conservation education

Title: Rock Creek Trail Walk

Description:  The Rock Creek Trail goes through a lush scenic greenway at the foot of the West Hills. Join naturalist Alice Froehlich for a guided walk to learn about the natural history along the trail. Walkers will enjoy the native trees and shrubs and views of the creek and meadows.

Register:  www.oregonmetro.gov/calendar.

Where: Rock Creek Regional Trail, exact meeting location TBA

When: 9:30a.m. to 12:30p.m.

Cost:  $6/person, $11/family

Ages: 12 and up

Difficulty:   2 boots our of 3 boots

Wheelchair accessible: No

No-dogs policy: To protect plants, wildlife and people, Metro does not allow pets at regional parks and natural areas. Pets can damage sensitive habitat and threaten wildlife the region has worked to protect. In natural areas where dogs are not allowed, people see more wildlife and get closer to it. Seeing-eye dogs or other service animals are permitted with proper identification and cleanup materials. http://www.oregonmetro.gov/parks/dogs-hunting-policies

Description:  Join naturalist Dan Daly and explore the rugged beauty of this unique lava dome as you wander through a white oak woodland in summer. Mount Talbert is part of a series of cinder cones and shield volcanoes that began bubbling up almost 3 million years ago. Participants gain a basic understanding of the incredible geology in this region.

Register:  Advance registration and payment is required by calling NCPRD at (503) 794-8092.

Where: Mount Talbert Nature Park

When:  10a.m. to 1p.m.

Cost: $5 person, children age 8-17 free.

Ages: 8 and up

Difficulty:   2 boots out of 3 boots

Wheelchair accessible: No

No-dogs policy: To protect plants, wildlife and people, Metro does not allow pets at regional parks and natural areas. Pets can damage sensitive habitat and threaten wildlife the region has worked to protect. In natural areas where dogs are not allowed, people see more wildlife and get closer to it. Seeing-eye dogs or other service animals are permitted with proper identification and cleanup materials. http://www.oregonmetro.gov/parks/dogs-hunting-policies

Description:  As the sun begins its descent in the sky, many animals go out to forage for one last meal. At the same time, nocturnal animals begin to wake and move across the landscape. Join a naturalist on a hike to explore the magical space between day and night.

Register:  oregonmetro.gov/calendar

Where:  Smith and Bybee Wetlands: 7/17 and 7/31, 2015

                Graham Oaks Nature Park: 8/7, 2015

When:  7 to 9p.m.

Cost: $6/adult, $11/family

Ages:  all ages

Wheelchair accessible

No-dogs policy: To protect plants, wildlife and people, Metro does not allow pets at regional parks and natural areas. Pets can damage sensitive habitat and threaten wildlife the region has worked to protect. In natural areas where dogs are not allowed, people see more wildlife and get closer to it. Seeing-eye dogs or other service animals are permitted with proper identification and cleanup materials. http://www.oregonmetro.gov/parks/dogs-hunting-policies

Description:  As the sun begins its descent in the sky, many animals go out to forage for one last meal. At the same time, nocturnal animals begin to wake and move across the landscape. Join a naturalist on a hike to explore the magical space between day and night.

Register:  oregonmetro.gov/calendar

Where:  Smith and Bybee Wetlands: 7/17th and 7/31, 2015

                Graham Oaks Nature Park: 8/7, 2015

When:  7 to 9p.m.

Cost: $6/adult, $11/family

Ages:  all ages

Wheelchair accessible

No-dogs policy: To protect plants, wildlife and people, Metro does not allow pets at regional parks and natural areas. Pets can damage sensitive habitat and threaten wildlife the region has worked to protect. In natural areas where dogs are not allowed, people see more wildlife and get closer to it. Seeing-eye dogs or other service animals are permitted with proper identification and cleanup materials. http://www.oregonmetro.gov/parks/dogs-hunting-policies

Description: Explore the wonders of an oak woodland through the eyes of a pollinator and your child. Join naturalist Jenna Kulluson for a hands-on program for the whole family. Have fun discovering the natural world while learning about the important roles that butterflies, hummingbirds, beetles and bees play in this habitat.

Register:  www.oregonmetro.gov/calendar

Where: Graham Oaks Nature Park

When:  10 to 11:30a.m.

Cost: $11 per family per day

Ages: Target audience is 3 to 5 years of age, must be accompanied by parent/guardian

Wheelchair accessible