educational course

Star Party at Glendoveer

Saturday, July 30, 2016 - 9:00pm to 10:30pm
Metro
Address: 
14015 NE Glisan Street
Portland, OR 97230
United States

The Rose City Astronomers bring their telescopes and expert knowledge to share on the greens of Glendoveer Golf and Tennis Center. Look deep into the sky for distant stellar objects and learn common summer constellations. Come prepared to let your eyes adjust to the darkness, and leave your flashlights at home.

Advanced Registration Required

Where: Glendoveer Golf and Tennis Center

When: 9 to 10:30p.m

Cost: free

Ages: all ages

Wheelchair accessible: No

No-dogs policy: To protect plants, wildlife and people, Metro does not allow pets at most 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 allowed. Please bring cleanup materials. http://www.oregonmetro.gov/parks/dogs-hunting-policies

Contact Name: 
Sandy Jamison
Contact Phone: 
503-972-8543
Contact Email: 
Sandra.Jamison@oregonmetro.gov
Venue: 
Glendoveer Golf and Tennis Center
Cost: 
Free

Twilight Thursday

Thursday, August 18, 2016 - 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Metro
Address: 
5300 N Marine Drive
Portland, OR 97203
United States

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 awaken and move across the landscape. Join a naturalist on a hike to explore the magical space between day and night. 

Advanced Registration Required

When:  August 18 Smith and Bybee Wetlands, 7 to 9p.m.

Cost: $6/person, $11/family

Ages: 6 and older

Wheelchair accessible: YES

No-dogs policy: To protect plants, wildlife and people, Metro does not allow pets at most 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 allowed. Please bring cleanup materials. http://www.oregonmetro.gov/parks/dogs-hunting-policies

Contact Name: 
Sandy Jamison
Contact Phone: 
503-972-8543
Contact Email: 
Sandra.Jamison@oregonmetro.gov
Venue: 
Smith and Bybee Wetlands Natural Area
Cost: 
$6/person, $11/family

Families in the Field: Pollinators of Graham Oaks Nature Park

Wednesday, July 13, 2016 - 9:00am to 11:00am
Metro
Address: 
11825 SW Wilsonville Road
Wilsonville, OR 97070
United States
Categories: 

Explore the wonders of a white oak woodland through the eyes of a pollinator and your child. Join a naturalist for a hands-on program for the whole family. Learn how butterflies, hummingbirds, beetles and bees play an important role in this habitat. Target age is 5 to 8, though all children are welcome with guardian.

Advanced Registration Required

Ages: all ages

Wheelchair accessible: Yes

No-dogs policy: To protect plants, wildlife and people, Metro does not allow pets at most 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 allowed. Please bring cleanup materials. http://www.oregonmetro.gov/parks/dogs-hunting-policies

Contact Name: 
Sandy Jamison
Contact Phone: 
503-972-8543
Contact Email: 
Sandra.Jamison@oregonmetro.gov
Venue: 
Graham Oaks Nature Park
Cost: 
$11/family

Twilight Thursday

Thursday, July 7, 2016 - 8:00pm to 9:30pm
Metro
Address: 
21224 NE Blue Lake Road
Fairview, OR 97024
United States
Categories: 

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 awaken and move across the landscape. Join a naturalist on a hike to explore the magical space between day and night.

Advanced Registration Required

Ages: 6 and older

Wheelchair accessible: No

No-dogs policy: To protect plants, wildlife and people, Metro does not allow pets at most 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 allowed. Please bring cleanup materials. http://www.oregonmetro.gov/parks/dogs-hunting-policies

Contact Name: 
Sandy Jamison
Contact Phone: 
503-972-8543
Contact Email: 
Sandra.Jamison@oregonmetro.gov
Venue: 
Blue Lake Regional Park
Cost: 
$6/person, $11/family

Stayin' Alive: Survival Fires

Saturday, July 9, 2016 - 11:00am to 2:30pm
Metro
Address: 
3010 SE Oxbow Parkway
Gresham, OR 97080
United States
Park/Trail: 
Categories: 

You are lost, and the storm clouds are gathering. Could you light a fire with just one match? Join naturalist Dan Daly in this family-oriented class to learn how to light a fire in the toughest conditions. Participants use knives during the class, and the safe conduct of children is the responsibility of their guardians. Fire safety will be emphasized.

Advanced Registration Required

Ages: All ages

Wheelchair accessible: No

No-dogs policy: To protect plants, wildlife and people, Metro does not allow pets at most 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

Contact Name: 
Sandy Jamison
Contact Phone: 
503-972-8543
Contact Email: 
Sandra.Jamison@oregonmetro.gov
Venue: 
Oxbow Regional Park
Cost: 
$6/person, $11/family

Guided Morning Paddle in the Gorge

Sunday, July 31, 2016 - 9:00am
Oregon State Parks
Address: 
I-84, Exit 25
Corbett, OR 97019
United States

Want to learn how to kayak?  Don't have the equipment?  Join a ranger for a 2 to 2.5 hour guided paddle on a protected part of the gorgeous Columbia River.

Park provides kayaks, paddles, and PFDs.  Learn paddling basics such as strokes, gear selection, and paddle safety.  Suitable for beginners.  Participants must be 8 years and older--youth must be accompanied by an adult; youth 8 to 12 must paddle tandem with an adult.

$15 per person + $5 Day Use Pass or Annual Pass where required (Rooster Rock).

 Call for reservations:  1-800-452-5687, Monday-Friday, 8 am to 5 pm.

Rooster Rock Kayak Tour Dates

3rd  FRIDAYS    (Sunset Paddle)

  • July 15  |  7:30 PM
  • August 19  |  7:00 PM
  • September 16  |  6 PM

Last  SUNDAYS     (Morning Paddle)

  • June 26  |  9 AM
  •  July 31  |  9 AM
  • August 28  |  9 AM
Contact Name: 
Dorothy Brown-Kwaiser
Contact Phone: 
503-695-2261 x228
Contact Email: 
dorothy.brown-kwaiser@oregon.gov
Venue: 
Rooster Rock State Park
Cost: 
$15 plus $5 Day Use or Annual Pass

Guided Morning Paddle in the Gorge

Sunday, June 26, 2016 - 9:00am
Oregon State Parks
Address: 
I-84, Exit 25
Corbett, OR 97019
United States

Want to learn how to kayak?  Don't have the equipment?  Join a ranger for a 2 to 2.5 hour guided paddle on a protected part of the gorgeous Columbia River.

Park provides kayaks, paddles, and PFDs.  Learn paddling basics such as strokes, gear selection, and paddle safety.  Suitable for beginners.  Participants must be 8 years and older--youth must be accompanied by an adult; youth 8 to 12 must paddle tandem with an adult.

$15 per person + $5 Day Use Pass or Annual Pass where required (Rooster Rock).

Call for reservations:  1-800-452-5687, Monday-Friday, 8 am to 5 pm.

Rooster Rock Kayak Tour Dates

3rd  FRIDAYS    (Sunset Paddle)

  • July 15  |  7:30 PM
  • August 19  |  7:00 PM
  • September 16  |  6 PM

Last  SUNDAYS     (Morning Paddle)

  • June 26  |  9 AM
  •  July 31  |  9 AM
  • August 28  |  9 AM
Contact Name: 
Dorothy Brown-Kwaiser
Contact Phone: 
503-695-2261 x228
Contact Email: 
dorothy.brown-kwaiser@oregon.gov
Venue: 
Rooster Rock State Park
Cost: 
$15 plus $5 Day Use or Annual Pass

Guided Sunset Paddle in the Gorge

Friday, September 16, 2016 - 6:00pm
Oregon State Parks
Address: 
I-84, Exit 25
Corbett, OR 97019
United States

Want to learn how to kayak?  Don't have the equipment?  Join a ranger for a 2 to 2.5 hour guided paddle on a protected part of the gorgeous Columbia River.

Park provides kayaks, paddles, and PFDs.  Learn paddling basics such as strokes, gear selection, and paddle safety.  Suitable for beginners.  Participants must be 8 years and older--youth must be accompanied by an adult; youth 8 to 12 must paddle tandem with an adult.

$15 per person + $5 Day Use Pass or Annual Pass where required (Rooster Rock).

Call for reservations:  1-800-452-5687, Monday-Friday, 8 am to 5 pm.

Rooster Rock Kayak Tour Dates

3rd  FRIDAYS    (Sunset Paddle)

  • July 15  |  7:30 PM
  • August 19  |  7:00 PM
  • September 16  |  6 PM

Last  SUNDAYS     (Morning Paddle)

  • June 26  |  9 AM
  •  July 31  |  9 AM
  • August 28  |  9 AM
Contact Name: 
Dorothy Brown-Kwaiser
Contact Phone: 
503-695-2261 x228
Contact Email: 
dorothy.brown-kwaiser@oregon.gov
Venue: 
Rooster Rock State Park
Cost: 
$15 plus $5 Day Use or Annual Pass

Guided Sunset Paddle in the Gorge

Friday, August 19, 2016 - 7:00pm
Oregon State Parks
Address: 
I-84, Exit 25
c, OR 97019
United States

Want to learn how to kayak?  Don't have the equipment?  Join a ranger for a 2 to 2.5 hour guided paddle on a protected part of the gorgeous Columbia River.

Park provides kayaks, paddles, and PFDs.  Learn paddling basics such as strokes, gear selection, and paddle safety.  Suitable for beginners.  Participants must be 8 years and older--youth must be accompanied by an adult; youth 8 to 12 must paddle tandem with an adult.

$15 per person + $5 Day Use Pass or Annual Pass where required (Rooster Rock).

Call for reservations:  1-800-452-5687, Monday-Friday, 8 am to 5 pm.

Rooster Rock Kayak Tour Dates

3rd  FRIDAYS    (Sunset Paddle)

  • July 15  |  7:30 PM
  • August 19  |  7:00 PM
  • September 16  |  6 PM

Last  SUNDAYS     (Morning Paddle)

  • June 26  |  9 AM
  •  July 31  |  9 AM
  • August 28  |  9 AM
Contact Name: 
Dorothy Brown-Kwaiser
Contact Phone: 
503-695-2261 x228
Contact Email: 
dorothy.brown-kwaiser@oregon.gov
Venue: 
Rooster Rock State Park
Cost: 
$15 plus $5 Day Use or Annual Pass

Backyard Birding Workshop

Saturday, July 9, 2016 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
Columbia Springs
Address: 
12208 SE Evergreen Hwy
Vancouver, WA 98683
United States

Looking for a great spot to bird watch? Wondering how to attract them to your backyard? Learn all about both at a Columbia Springs Backyard Birding Workshop! Join us for a presentation from local experts, and a guided walk around Columbia Springs to spot a wide variety of exciting local birds. You'll also get your own chickadee birdhouse to take home (limit 1 birdhouse per household). Space is limited, register today!

 

Pre-registration is required. To learn more and register, visit: http://www.columbiasprings.org. For questions, please call 360-882-0936 x224 or email workshops@columbiasprings.org.

Contact Name: 
Erik Horngren
Contact Phone: 
360-882-0936 x224
Contact Email: 
workshops@columbiasprings.org
Venue: 
Columbia Springs
Cost: 
$5 suggested donation

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