educational course

Build your child's sense of wonder about nature and invite them to explore wildlife and the world around them. Games, songs, new friends, crafts, and adventure make this a good camp for young children.  Campers need to bring a snack and bottle of water daily.  Suitable for ages 4 -6 years.  Advanced registration required; call 503/629-6350. An assessment fee will be charged for out-of-district patrons. $86 for one week of half-day camp.

Become a nature superhero for a week as you create your own secret identity. Explore your superhero powers as you learn about the power of spider webs, the secrets of flight and the wonders of camouflage.

Would your child like to get a sneak peek of nature preschool?   Join together with friends for an introduction to preschool with crafts, walks, stories, games and songs in the classroom and along the trail.  Take all of the classes or whichever ones fit your schedule.  Suitable for ages 3-5 years. Advanced registration required; call 503/629-6350.  $14 per session, in-district. An assessment fee will be charged for out-of-district patrons.

Hunt for hidden friends and look for the many colors of green in the forest.  Make jingle anklets and learn a jig. Come dance as we look for leprechauns in the forest.

Would your child like to get a sneak peek of nature preschool?   Join together with friends for an introduction to preschool with crafts, walks, stories, games and songs in the classroom and along the trail.  Take all of the classes or whichever ones fit your schedule.  Suitable for ages 3-5 years. Advanced registration required; call 503/629-6350.  $14 per session, in-district. An assessment fee will be charged for out-of-district patrons.

Squirrels are scampering about with their bushy tails. Sing the Douglas Squirrel Song, hear their legend and practice walking like a squirrel.

Would your child like to get a sneak peek of nature preschool?   Join together with friends for an introduction to preschool with crafts, walks, stories, games and songs in the classroom and along the trail.  Take all of the classes or whichever ones fit your schedule.  Suitable for ages 3-5 years. Advanced registration required; call 503/629-6350.  $14 per session, in-district. An assessment fee will be charged for out-of-district patrons.

Walk with brown bear as he sees, hears and smells his way around the Nature Park. Get cozy in the Robin's Nest Bear Cave for a story about bears.

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. Advanced registration required; call 503/629-6350.  $8 per session, in-district.  An assessment fee will be charged for out-of-district patrons.