Winter solstice is near, marking the shortest day of the year. Take an afternoon walk through the majestic oak woodlands atop Cooper Mountain and learn how the winter solstice ushers in the return of the light and longer days.
Register: www.oregonmetro.gov/calendar
Where: Cooper Mountain Nature Park
When: 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Cost: $6/person, $11/family
Ages: All ages
Difficulty: moderate
Wheelchair accessible: No
Pets 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/pets-policy