educational course

Introduce your little one to nature! Join a naturalist on a stroller safari through the Nature Park. Take time to listen to nature, sing a song, share a story or explore as you enjoy a stroll through the park. Only one registration per family is necessary. Make sure to dress for the weather. Recommended for children 3 to 24 months.

As the seasons change, so does life in the Nature Park. Learn about wildlife in this series of classes. Hear stories, meet other parents and kids and see natural treasures up close. Each class includes a simple craft or coloring project. Weather permitting, we'll take a short hike into the
forest. Spring is in the air and the beautiful songs of birds fi ll the forest. Brighten your day with a little birdwatching, and learn a few calls so we can sing along with our feathered friends. Parent participation required. For ages 3-5.

As the seasons change, so does life in the Nature Park. Learn about wildlife in this series of classes. Hear stories, meet other parents and kids and see natural treasures up close. Each class includes a simple craft or coloring project. Weather permitting, we'll take a short hike into the
forest. Spring is baby time in the animal world. Discover the many ways that animal parents take care of their young. For ages 3-5.

Want to learn by doing? If you like to get your hands dirty, join the Watershed Stewards and Clark County to build a rain garden at a new "green built" Habitat for Humanity home. Rain gardens collect rainwater from your roofs in a shallow depression in a yard.  Rain gardens help filter runoff and recharge groundwater. Rain gardens provide beauty and an easy way for all of us to take care of our streams and rivers and the plants and animals that rely on them. Participants will learn about designing, building, and maintaining rain gardens.

The workshop is presented by the Watershed Stewards, a partnership of Washington State University Clark County Extension and Clark County Environmental Services Clean Water Program.

Class size is limited and registration is required.   For more information and to register, go to http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/347745  or call 360-397-6060 ext. 5705.

WSU Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Persons requiring special accommodations should call WSU Clark County Extension at (360) 397-6060 ext. 0 at least two weeks prior to the event.                                         

Learn about Portland's Green Streets, gain tips on caring for a green street and identifying weeds.