hiking

Let's Go is a series of fun, organized, ranger-let activities at major Oregon State Parks this summer.

Let's Go Hiking with Horses is designed for those who are interested in horses but don't have the experience or skills.  Let's Go Hiking with Horses is a great way to explore the relationship and etiquette of hiking with or around horses.  Note: hikers will interact with horses but will not be riding.

Open to hikers 8 years and older; however, children 8-14 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.  No registration fee.  First-come, first-served.  No pets.

For more information, check out: www.oregonstateparks.org and find Let's Go under "Things To Do".

Let's Go is a series of fun, organized, ranger-let activities at major Oregon State Parks this summer.

Let's Go Birding is designed for those who are interested in birding but don't have the experience, skills, or equipment.

On our introductory walks, we'll help you understand binoculars - from choosing sizes and magnifications to proper use. We'll also give you some birding tips and techniques to help you become better acquainted with our feathered friends. Birding is also a great opportunity to get outdoors and enjoy nature's beauty.

Birding activities are free and birders 8 years old and older are welcome (children 8-14 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian). Loaner binoculars are available for up to 10 birders. Please bring your own binoculars if available.

For more information, check out: www.oregonstateparks.org and find Let's Go under "Things To Do".

Let's Go is a series of fun, organized, ranger-let activities at major Oregon State Parks this summer.

Let's Go Disc Golfing is designed for those who are interested in disc golf but don't have the experience, skills, or equipment.

Registration is required and a per person registration fee is $10.  Open to disc golfers 8 years old and older, although 8-14 year olds must be accompanied by an adult.  Children under 18 must register with an accompanying parent/guardian.

For more information, check out: www.oregonstateparks.org and find Let's Go under "Things To Do".

Basketry of the Columbia Basin: Weaving demonstrations and hands on activities at the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge!

July 14th, 2013:  
12pm- 4pm

Experience Chinookan Native American Culture, traditional basketry techniques of our Region, and enjoy the many hiking and wildlife watching opportunities of the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge!

The Columbia Basin Basketry Guild (www.basketryguild.org) will be in the Plankhouse demonstrating materials and techniques traditionally used in basketry of this region. Included will be cedar bark preparation and weaving of Pacific NW Coast sweetgrass, tule and cattail. There will also be special activities for children all day. Try your hand making rope from native plants or mini cattail mats. Learn about local Native American culture first hand in the Plankhouse, and take a walk down the adjacent nature trail and see if you can find the many kinds of wildlife that call the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge Home.

The Cathlapotle Plankhouse is a modern Chinookan Plankhouse built to interpret the Chinookan village of Cathlapotle that once existed on what is today Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge property.  At the time Lewis and Clark visited Cathlapotle, it had 14 large plankhouses and a population of over 900 people.  The modern Cathlapotle Plankhouse is used to provide educational programs to youth and the general public through our Lifeways, Landscapes, and Wildlife Interpretive Program.  To learn more about the plankhouse visit www.ridgefieldfriends.org or contact Sarah Hill at Sarah_Hill@fws.gov or (360) 887-4106.  

Cost: Refuge admission is $3 per vehicle

The Cathlapotle Plankhouse is located on the Carty Unit of the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge:  28908 NW Main Ave, Ridgefield, WA 98642

Forest Park Conservancy's Discovery Hike Series is a great opportunity to get outside and learn more about the natural and cultural history of Forest Park. Advance reservation is required.

Hike: Sunshine Takes Shape

The long sunny days of summer are one of the best times to enjoy Forest Park. Witness the forest enjoying its prime growing season as it soaks up the sweet sunshine. Learn how plants harness the sun's energy to produce tremendous trees and tasty berries.

When: Saturday, July 6th, 1 pm to 4 pm

Click the website link below to learn more and sign up!