News & Events from the Intertwine
Join a naturalist for free guided hikes at three of Metro's destinations. Explore vibrant inner city wetlands at Smith and Bybee, majestic Douglas fir forests at Scouters Mountain, and beautiful white oak woodlands at Mount Talbert.
Register: Registration not required
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.
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.
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
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
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
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.
Killin Wetlands is one of the best examples of a peat wetland in the Willamette Valley. This tour will focus on the natural history of the site, bird watching and plans for opening the site to the public. Note there are no restrooms available.
Advanced Registration Required
Get Outdoors and Make a Difference
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.