walking

Family Stroll at Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge

Sunday, February 8, 2015 - 2:00pm to 3:30pm
Friends of Tualatin River Refuge
Address: 
19255 SW Pacific Highway
Sherwood, OR 97140
United States

Venture out with a refuge naturalist for a free nature walk to explore the oak savanna, riparian forest and wetland ecosystems and natural history of Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge.

Topics will vary from walk to walk but will be appropriate for all ages. Parents must accompany kids on all hikes.

February Theme: Winter Twigs on the Refuge

March Theme: Signs of Spring

Contact Name: 
Jenna Mendenhall
Contact Phone: 
503-625-5944
Contact Email: 
jmendenhall@friendsoftualatinrefuge.org
Cost: 
free

Volunteer Trail Work Party - Beacon Rock State Park

Saturday, December 13, 2014 - 8:30am to 3:30pm
Washington Trails Association
Address: 
34841 Route 14
North Bonneville, WA 98648
United States

Volunteer For Trails!

Washington Trails Association (WTA) is hosting a day work party out on the Bridge Trail at Beacon Rock State Park. The Bridge Trail is at the north end of the park, or the Backcountry side. It links the Hardy Ridge area to the Hamilton Mt. side of the park and has a really cool bridge across Hardy Creek. WTA volunteers completed the tread construction back in 2012.

We'll be headed in to do routine annual maintenance to make sure the drainages and culverts are clear to handle winter storms and spring melt. If the weather is too cold and wet to get up there (1,800 ft.) we've got an alternate project lined up on the Lacamas Heritage Trail in Camas.

No experience in trail work necessary, just a willingness to pitch in and help trails. Volunteers park for free and earn credit towards a complimentary Discover Pass.

Saturday Dec. 13th
8:30 am to 3:30 pm
Beacon Rock State Park - Equestrian Camp
RSVP at: http://vols.wta.org/web/web.pl?sm+21966+WP

- Thank You!, Ryan

Contact Name: 
Ryan Ojerio
Contact Phone: 
(360) 722-2657
Contact Email: 
ryan@wta.org
Venue: 
Beacon Rock State Park
Cost: 
Free

Spring Flora and Fauna of Clear Creek

Saturday, March 28, 2015 - 10:00am to 1:00pm
Metro
Address: 
United States

Celebrate the end of the first official week of spring by exploring the rich beauty of this 580-acre hidden jewel in Metro's portfolio of properties. Join naturalist Ashley Conley in a search for songbirds, tracks, signs of resident wildlife and emergent spring foliage on the landscape. Age: 8 and older. Preregistration required.

Contact Name: 
Ashley Conley
Contact Phone: 
503-663-0238
Venue: 
Clear Creek Natural Area
Cost: 
$6/person, $11/family

Winter Twigs of Graham Oaks Nature Parks

Sunday, March 1, 2015 - 1:00pm to 3:30pm
Metro
Address: 
United States

Differentiate between evergreens, and identify a tree in winter by looking at the bark and buds. Join naturalist Alice Froelich for a walk at Graham Oaks to unravel these mysteries and more. The forest at this natural area is a living laboratory of Northwest trees.  Ages: 11 and older. Preregistration required. $6/person, $11/family.

Contact Name: 
Alice Froehlich
Contact Phone: 
503-972-8545
Contact Email: 
alice.froehlich@oregonmetro.gov
Venue: 
Graham Oaks Nature Parks
Cost: 
$6/person, $11/family

Introduction to Lichens

Saturday, January 24, 2015 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Metro
Address: 
OR
United States

Lichens are all around, living on trees, rocks, houses and sidewalks. On this walk, learn natural history of lichens and techniques to identify them. Common lichens and sensitive species of the area will be identified in this hands-on walk. Put on your rain gear, and let's take a look at lichens!  1-3pm, $6/person, $11/family.  Age: 11 and older.

Contact Name: 
Alice
Contact Phone: 
503-972-8545
Venue: 
Scouters Mountain
Venue Details: 
Scouter's Mountain, at Southeast Boyscout Lodge Road and Southeast 147th Avenue
Cost: 
$6/person, $11/family

Digging Deep: Exploring the Region's Geologic History

Thursday, January 15, 2015 - 6:00pm to Saturday, January 17, 2015 - 9:00am
Metro
Address: 
United States

Join Metro naturalists Sheilagh Diez and Ashley Conley on a trip through the geologic history of the Metro region. This two-part class begins with an evening filled with maps and stories to illustrate basic regional geology (Thurs. 1/15, 6-8:30pm at Lucky Labrador Hawthorne Pub, 915 SE Hawthorne).  Then take a day-long journey to Metro natural areas and parks for a hands-on investigation of local geologic features (Saturday 1/17, 9am-4pm, begin at Canemah Bluffs, other sites include Mount Talbert and Newell Creek Canyon). Transportation provided from Canemah Bluff Natural Area. Age 15 and older.

Contact Name: 
Sheilagh Diez
Contact Phone: 
503-972-8544
Contact Email: 
sheilagh.diez@oregonmetro.gov
Venue: 
Lucky Labrador Hawthorne Pub and Canemah Bluff Natural Area
Cost: 
$50

Winter Solstice at the Landfill

Sunday, December 21, 2014 - 10:30am
Metro
Address: 
United States
Park/Trail: 

Winter solstice marks the shortest day of the year and is followed by the gradual return of the light.  Come celebrate the end and the beginning of this cycle by walking the prairie and ash forest at the St. John's Landfill. This landscape hosts a spectacular array of song birds, waterfowl, raptors, and mammals that live along the Columbia Slough. All ages. Preregistration required. $6/person, $11/family.

Venue: 
St. John's Landfill
Cost: 
$6/person, $11/family

Thanksgiving Walk at Oxbow Park

Sunday, November 23, 2014 - 10:15am
Metro
Address: 
3010 SE Oxbow Parkway
Gresham, OR
United States

Enjoy and celebrate the gifts of nature at Oxbow Regional Park with Metro naturalist Dan Daly, Deerdance School's Terry Kem and others. Walk along the Sandy River while opening the senses, and noticing how wildlife respond to the changing seasons. Afterwards, gather around the campfire to hear the "Thanksgiving Address" passed down by the Iroquois Nation. Hot drinks provided. Bring a sack lunch. 10:30-12:30.

Contact Name: 
Dan Daly
Contact Phone: 
503-663-0238
Venue: 
Oxbow Regional Park
Venue Details: 
Meet at Group Picnic Area A at 10:15
Cost: 
$5/car, $7/bus

Preschool Story and Stroll

Sunday, October 5, 2014 - 10:00am to 11:15am
Oregon State Parks and Recreation
Address: 
Tryon Creek State Natural Area
11321 SW Terwilliger Blvd.
Portland, OR 97219
United States
Categories: 

This program integrates nature exploration, art, literature, movement, and outdoor play.  It is geared toward families with young children (preferably ages 2-6) but all are welcome.  Topics vary from week to week.  Pre-register online at www.tryonfriends.org.

Contact Name: 
Deb Hill
Contact Phone: 
503-636-9886 ext. 225
Contact Email: 
deborah.hill@oregon.gov
Venue: 
Tryon Creek State Natural Area
Cost: 
FREE
CI Initiatives: 

Guided Nature Hike

Saturday, October 4, 2014 - 10:00am to 11:30am
Oregon State Parks and Recreation
Address: 
Tryon Creek State Natural Area
11321 SW Terwilliger Blvd.
Portland, OR 97219
United States
Categories: 

Venture out with a park guide for a free, nature hike to explore the forest and stream ecosystems and natural history at Tryon Creek State Natural Area.  Topics will vary from week to week but will be appropriate for all ages.  Parents must accompany kids on all hikes.  No groups please- if you are interested in bringing a group please call the ranger at least two weeks in advance to make arrangements for alternate time.   For more specific information, call (503) 636-9886 ext. 225. 

Contact Name: 
Ranger Deb Hill
Contact Phone: 
503-636-9886 ext. 225
Contact Email: 
deborah.hill@oregon.gov
Venue: 
Tryon Creek State Natural Area
Cost: 
FREE

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