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Sneak Peak of Newell Creek Canyon

Saturday, August 27, 2016 - 9:00am to 11:00am
Metro
Address: 
Location provided to registered participants
Oregon City, OR 97045
United States

Newell Creek Canyon in Oregon City has layers of stories written into the landscape. Dive deep into the shaded canyon for a sneak peek tour of this future nature park.

Advanced Registration Required

Where: Newell Creek Canyon

When: 9 to 11a.m.

Cost: $6/person, $11/family

Ages: 8 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
Cost: 
$6/person, $11/family

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

Twilight Thursday

Thursday, August 11, 2016 - 7:30pm to 9:00pm
Metro
Address: 
14015 NE Glisan
Portland, OR 97230
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 

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: 
Glendoveer Golf Course and Fitness Trail
Cost: 
Free

Twilight Thursday at Cooper Mountain

Thursday, July 21, 2016 - 7:30pm to 9:30pm
Metro/Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District
Address: 
18892 SW Kemmer Road
Beaverton, OR 97007
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

Register: Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District, 503-629-6350

Cost: $10

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 Phone: 
503-629-6350
Contact Email: 
Sandra.Jamison@oregonmetro.gov
Venue: 
Cooper Mountain Nature Park
Cost: 
$10

Famillies in the Field: Scouters Mountain Forest Adventure

Wednesday, August 3, 2016 - 9:00am to 11:00am
Metro
Address: 
SE Boy Scout Lodge Road and SE 147th Avenue
Happy Valley, OR 97086
United States
Categories: 

The shaded slopes of Scouters Mountain offer refuge from the summer heat for people and animals alike. Bring your family to explore the Douglas fir forest on this ancient volcano, and then play nature games to hone your awareness skills. Target age is 5 to 8 year olds, though all children are welcome with guardian.

Advanced Registration Required

Cost: $11/family

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: 
Scouters Mountain Nature Park
Cost: 
$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

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