Outdoors

Hillsboro Public Library, Brookwood2850 NE Brookwood Pkwy

SUNNOV 1

3:30 PM – 4:30 PM

CraftsLearning & TechWorkshopsKids & FamilyOutdoorsParks & Nature

Science Sunday: Pinecone Bird Feeders

Make life a little easier on our Oregon winter birds with some crafty edible artistry for all ages.

SATNOV 7

3:00 PM – 9:00 PM

💰 $95+DiningLearning & TechToursOutdoorsParks & NatureHolidays & Seasonal

BigLeaf Maple Dinner

Camp ColtonMap

Welcome in the beginning of maple pulling season, for a one-of-a-kind culinary experience set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Pacific Northwest at Camp Colton. Collaborating with Stelo and the Oregon Maple Project for the Fourth Annual Big Leaf Maple Dinner, to present an intimate family-style dinner, where each course includes the maple syrup harvested from the maple trees at Camp Colton.

This thoughtfully curated evening is designed for those who value a deeper connection to nature, are curious about local food sources, and desire a connection to community. Begin your journey with a tour of the Sugar Shack, where you'll learn about the magic of maple sugaring and enjoy the rare treat of tasting fresh, homegrown Oregon maple syrup.

Use this as an opportunity to invite a friend, escape the ordinary and deepen your appreciation for Oregon's natural and culinary treasures, all while supporting the stewardship of this land and the mission of the Oregon Maple Project.

Welcome in the beginning of maple pulling season, for a one-of-a-kind culinary experience set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Pacific Northwest at Camp Colton. Collaborating with Stelo and the Oregon Maple Project for the Fourth Annual Big Leaf Maple Dinner, to present an intimate family-style dinner, where each course includes the maple syrup harvested from the maple trees at Camp Colton.

This thoughtfully curated evening is designed for those who value a deeper connection to nature, are curious about local food sources, and desire a connection to community. Begin your journey with a tour of the Sugar Shack, where you'll learn about the magic of maple sugaring and enjoy the rare treat of tasting fresh, homegrown Oregon maple syrup.

Use this as an opportunity to invite a friend, escape the ordinary and deepen your appreciation for Oregon's natural and culinary treasures, all while supporting the stewardship of this land and the mission of the Oregon Maple Project.

Portland Japanese Garden611 SW Kingston Ave

SATNOV 7

9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

+1 dates

Registration requiredLearning & TechTalks & LecturesWorkshopsToursOutdoorsParks & NatureHiking & WalkingCultural Heritage

Pine Pruning Demonstration

Pruning pines to achieve the look they have in spaces like Portland Japanese Garden requires meticulous care and years of learning. In this demonstration, Pete Putnicki, Japanese Pruning Specialist and former Senior Gardener at Seattle Japanese Garden, will discuss the maintenance of pine trees.

This program will start with a tour of the Garden focusing on pine trees, followed by a lecture and demonstration. The demonstration will focus on candling, needling, growth regulation, and pruning techniques. Participants will have a chance to experience pine needling themselves with an instructor guiding them along the way.

This one-day demonstration is limited to 15 participants.

Participants should bring their own lunch, a reusable drinking cup or water bottle.

Educational material will be provided.

Event fees are non-refundable and this event takes place rain or shine, so please dress appropriately for the weather.

Pruning pines to achieve the look they have in spaces like Portland Japanese Garden requires meticulous care and years of learning. In this demonstration, Pete Putnicki, Japanese Pruning Specialist and former Senior Gardener at Seattle Japanese Garden, will discuss the maintenance of pine trees.

This program will start with a tour of the Garden focusing on pine trees, followed by a lecture and demonstration. The demonstration will focus on candling, needling, growth regulation, and pruning techniques. Participants will have a chance to experience pine needling themselves with an instructor guiding them along the way.

This one-day demonstration is limited to 15 participants.

Participants should bring their own lunch, a reusable drinking cup or water bottle.

Educational material will be provided.

Event fees are non-refundable and this event takes place rain or shine, so please dress appropriately for the weather.

FRINOV 6

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Learning & TechOutdoorsParks & NatureHiking & Walking

Mushroom Identification Hike

Leif Erikson Germantown Trail HeadNW Leif Erikson Dr

Join the final class in the mushroom education series that began in June. This Mushroom Identification class is designed to help you build confidence in recognizing common fungi in their natural habitat while deepening your understanding of mushroom characteristics, seasonal patterns, and safe foraging practices.

Because collecting plants or fungi is not permitted in Forest Park, this class focuses on education and observation—learning how to identify mushrooms in a wild setting without harvesting. You’ll gain practical skills and tips you can apply when exploring and foraging outside of Forest Park on your own.

Come ready to learn, observe, and enjoy the fascinating world of fungi.

We will meet at Germantown and Leif Erikson Trailhead.

Join the final class in the mushroom education series that began in June. This Mushroom Identification class is designed to help you build confidence in recognizing common fungi in their natural habitat while deepening your understanding of mushroom characteristics, seasonal patterns, and safe foraging practices.

Because collecting plants or fungi is not permitted in Forest Park, this class focuses on education and observation—learning how to identify mushrooms in a wild setting without harvesting. You’ll gain practical skills and tips you can apply when exploring and foraging outside of Forest Park on your own.

Come ready to learn, observe, and enjoy the fascinating world of fungi.

We will meet at Germantown and Leif Erikson Trailhead.

THUNOV 5

10:00 AM – 4:30 PM

+17 dates

DanceHolidays & SeasonalCultural HeritageCraftsGalleriesOutdoorsParks & NatureLearning & TechWorkshopsWorld Music

Chrysanthemum Festival

Lan Su Chinese Garden239 Northwest Everett Street

Step into autumn’s splendor as the garden transforms with the colors and textures of chrysanthemums, a flower of nobility and longevity in Chinese culture. Stroll among 81 mum varieties, cascading displays along the waterfall, and sweeping floral sculptures that transform the garden into a living gallery.

From dazzling floral artistry to hands-on learning opportunities, Chrysanthemum Festival is one of the garden's most anticipated annual celebrations—and an unforgettable way to experience Lan Su in fall. Explore this beautiful flower and time of year.

Nov. 5-8 — Nights of the Golden Flower: Immerse yourself in the illuminated works of 18 talented local floral artists and featured designer Toni Tibbits as they interpret this year’s theme, Golden Blooms Upon Autumn Waters. Plus, enjoy gentle music by Lulu Guzheng Studio, dance performances by YZ Dance Academy, floral jewelry-making, and all-ages fun as you wander among glowing lanterns and vote for your favorite designs of the showcase. Sensory Night November 14.

Step into autumn’s splendor as the garden transforms with the colors and textures of chrysanthemums, a flower of nobility and longevity in Chinese culture. Stroll among 81 mum varieties, cascading displays along the waterfall, and sweeping floral sculptures that transform the garden into a living gallery.

From dazzling floral artistry to hands-on learning opportunities, Chrysanthemum Festival is one of the garden's most anticipated annual celebrations—and an unforgettable way to experience Lan Su in fall. Explore this beautiful flower and time of year.

Nov. 5-8 — Nights of the Golden Flower: Immerse yourself in the illuminated works of 18 talented local floral artists and featured designer Toni Tibbits as they interpret this year’s theme, Golden Blooms Upon Autumn Waters. Plus, enjoy gentle music by Lulu Guzheng Studio, dance performances by YZ Dance Academy, floral jewelry-making, and all-ages fun as you wander among glowing lanterns and vote for your favorite designs of the showcase. Sensory Night November 14.

SUNNOV 8

10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

💰 $1+Food & DrinkLearning & TechWorkshopsTalks & LecturesOutdoorsParks & Nature

The Portland Pollinator Harvest Party

133 Southeast Salmon Street133 SE Salmon St

Have you ever wondered what the difference is between a native bee and a honey bee? Or wondered what they do all day? Have you dreamed of becoming a beekeeper, wanted to plant more flowers for our winged friends, or wished you could taste honey fresh from the comb? Well, this is the event for you.

Join Bee The Change Landcare for a morning of bee-loving curiosity, hands-on learning, and community connection, alongside some wonderful local educators, makers, and pollinator enthusiasts. Bees are woven into so much of everyday life, from the fruit on the table to the flowers blooming along the sidewalks. Yet there is so much happening in their little worlds that people rarely get to see. Peek into those worlds, explore what it means to be in a reciprocal relationship with bees, and learn how we can cultivate more resilient gardens, ecosystems, and food systems for pollinators and people.

Discover the difference between native and honeybees and how planting flowers, food, and habitat can support healthy pollinator populations right in your own neighborhood
Get your hands into the world of native bees. Join Bee The Change and Portland Fruit Tree Project for a community Mason bee cocoon harvest. Learn how to safely harvest, clean, and store cocoons so the next generation is ready for spring.
Taste the sweetness of the season. Join Bee The Change and Bee Built for a freshly crushed honeycomb demonstration, honey tasting, and conversation about thoughtful honey bee stewardship.
Meet your local pollinator community. Explore beautiful bee houses and hives from Bee Built, preserves and opportunities to get involved with Portland Fruit Tree Project, garden signs from Sharotonin Signs, and local honey and stewardship opportunities from Bee The Change.

Have a Mason bee house at home? Bring your filled nesting reeds or trays for harvest. No bee house? No problem. Come learn, get your hands a little sticky, and make some new bee-loving friends

Have you ever wondered what the difference is between a native bee and a honey bee? Or wondered what they do all day? Have you dreamed of becoming a beekeeper, wanted to plant more flowers for our winged friends, or wished you could taste honey fresh from the comb? Well, this is the event for you.

Join Bee The Change Landcare for a morning of bee-loving curiosity, hands-on learning, and community connection, alongside some wonderful local educators, makers, and pollinator enthusiasts. Bees are woven into so much of everyday life, from the fruit on the table to the flowers blooming along the sidewalks. Yet there is so much happening in their little worlds that people rarely get to see. Peek into those worlds, explore what it means to be in a reciprocal relationship with bees, and learn how we can cultivate more resilient gardens, ecosystems, and food systems for pollinators and people.

Discover the difference between native and honeybees and how planting flowers, food, and habitat can support healthy pollinator populations right in your own neighborhood
Get your hands into the world of native bees. Join Bee The Change and Portland Fruit Tree Project for a community Mason bee cocoon harvest. Learn how to safely harvest, clean, and store cocoons so the next generation is ready for spring.
Taste the sweetness of the season. Join Bee The Change and Bee Built for a freshly crushed honeycomb demonstration, honey tasting, and conversation about thoughtful honey bee stewardship.
Meet your local pollinator community. Explore beautiful bee houses and hives from Bee Built, preserves and opportunities to get involved with Portland Fruit Tree Project, garden signs from Sharotonin Signs, and local honey and stewardship opportunities from Bee The Change.

Have a Mason bee house at home? Bring your filled nesting reeds or trays for harvest. No bee house? No problem. Come learn, get your hands a little sticky, and make some new bee-loving friends

SUNNOV 1

9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

+1 dates

All agesRegistration requiredVolunteeringOutdoorsParks & NatureLearning & TechWorkshops

Volunteer Planting at Multnomah Channel Marsh Natural Area

21899 Northwest Saint Helens RoadMap

Learn how to make willow cuttings and install them into the floodplain habitat of Crabapple Creek and the Multnomah Channel. This will enhance native habitat for conservation strategy species including Northern red-legged frogs, coastal cutthroat trout, trumpeter swans, acorn woodpeckers and more! Sunday, November 1st, 9:30 AM -12:30 PM Pre-registration is required. All ages and abilities are welcome. No prior experience is necessary. Please let us know if you need accommodations to participate due to language, disability, or other additional needs. Youth age 15 may volunteer without an adult present. Accessibility: The planting site is about 1/2 mile from the parking area on a flat gravel path. Planting will be on uneven ground. We'll provide: Planting gloves, tools, snacks and warm beverages. What to wear: Long sleeves, pants, sturdy sneakers or boots. Dress for the weather: extra layers are helpful. What you should bring: Water bottle, sun/raingear. Thanks to our project partners and funders! Metro Regional Government, Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board, and ODFW Oregon Conservation Recreation Fund. Address: 21899 Northwest Saint Helens Road Portland, OR 97231 | Map Link Click Here to Register Important Registration Notice This event is promoted by SOLVE but is not managed through SOLVE’s volunteer system. Registration, waivers, and event oversight are the responsibility of the event's host. Volunteers should review and complete all host-provided materials prior to partici

Columbia Springs12208 SE Evergreen Hwy

SATNOV 21

10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

All agesDrop-inOutdoorsParks & NatureLearning & TechUnder 5

Fish Nature Day at Columbia Springs

You’re invited!Join us for a Nature Day exploring all things about fish at Columbia Springs.

When: Saturday, November 21, 2026, from 10:00am-1:00pm 
Where: Columbia Springs (12208 SE Evergreen Hwy, Vancouver, WA 98683) 
What: A day of hands-on science and nature experiences exploring fish! 
How: Drop by when it works for you. No RSVP required!  

This event is designed to be engaging for people of all ages – from preschool age kids to elementary, middle, and high school students, and adults. All ages and backgrounds are welcome. Just bring your curiosity and be prepared for some nature fun! 

Questions? Email [email protected]

Photo by Paul Peloquin 

You’re invited!Join us for a Nature Day exploring all things about fish at Columbia Springs.

When: Saturday, November 21, 2026, from 10:00am-1:00pm 
Where: Columbia Springs (12208 SE Evergreen Hwy, Vancouver, WA 98683) 
What: A day of hands-on science and nature experiences exploring fish! 
How: Drop by when it works for you. No RSVP required!  

This event is designed to be engaging for people of all ages – from preschool age kids to elementary, middle, and high school students, and adults. All ages and backgrounds are welcome. Just bring your curiosity and be prepared for some nature fun! 

Questions? Email [email protected]

Photo by Paul Peloquin 

Belmont Library1038 SE Cesar E Chavez Blvd

WEDNOV 4

6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

OutdoorsParks & NatureLearning & TechWorkshopsMeditation

Exploring Trees Through Your Senses with Urban Forestry

Don't let the rainy season stop you from connecting with nature! Join Urban Forestry at the Belmont Library to explore for an evening of mindfulness and nature education. Trees are good for our health, especially if we take time to pay close attention to them. At this event we will use all five senses to study tree samples to practice feeling grounded in natural spaces! You'll also learn about the many ways that connecting with nature and trees can improve mental and physical health.

This event will be entirely indoors. Tea and snacks will be provided for participants.

Join us at the new Multnomah County Belmont Library!

1038 SE César E. Chávez Boulevard
Portland, OR 97214

Don't let the rainy season stop you from connecting with nature! Join Urban Forestry at the Belmont Library to explore for an evening of mindfulness and nature education. Trees are good for our health, especially if we take time to pay close attention to them. At this event we will use all five senses to study tree samples to practice feeling grounded in natural spaces! You'll also learn about the many ways that connecting with nature and trees can improve mental and physical health.

This event will be entirely indoors. Tea and snacks will be provided for participants.

Join us at the new Multnomah County Belmont Library!

1038 SE César E. Chávez Boulevard
Portland, OR 97214

SUNNOV 1

Hours not provided

Learning & TechOutdoorsHiking & WalkingFilmGalleries

Wildwood: Follow the Crows Art Trail

PortlandMap

Get to know Forest Park, Pittock Mansion, the St. Johns Bridge and other real-life Portland attractions featured in LAIKA's stop-motion animated feature film "Wildwood."

Hecate's Key Estate Vineyard12271 Cook-Underwood Rd, Underwood, WA 98651

SUNNOV 8

3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

WineLearning & TechWorkshopsTalks & LecturesToursCraftsPartiesOutdoors

Hecate's Key Harvest Party

Join us for a lovely afternoon of fresh fermented wine, soup, vineyard talks, vine weaving, & storytelling at Hecate's Key Estate Vineyard — AniChe's vineyard down the hill!

Free for Hecate's Key Club members, all others $35 (Family club members can use their points for half off!). Tickets are available at https://anichecellars.com/product/vineyard-tour-august-30th-duplicate and all are welcome.

TUENOV 3

4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

OutdoorsCyclingLearning & TechWorkshopsTalks & Lectures

All Season Cycling Workshop

Portland, ORMap

Organizer: Portland By Cycle Rides and Classes
Location Details: Conference room is around the corner from the elevator lobby
Audience: General (all ages)

Join PBOT's Portland By Cycle team to learn how to prepare to bike in all weather conditions!

We will cover the following topics:

Dressing for comfort: how to manage staying dry and comfortable in wet and cold conditions
Visibility: the best ways to see & be seen while riding in dark and wet weather
Road conditions: bike handling tips for slippery, gritty, and other hazardous conditions
Traffic: avoiding traffic by using lower-traffic streets - get familiar with Portlandbikemap.com and various route-planning apps
Winter Bike Maintenance: Try this 5 minute tune-up to keep your bike riding smoothly throughout the winter
Hosted by Go Lloyd and Portland Bureau of Transportation. Free and open to everyone!

Made possible with support the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund.
Thank you to our sponsors, Showers Pass, PDW, and Cleverhood!

Contact: portland.gov/bike

Organizer: Portland By Cycle Rides and Classes
Location Details: Conference room is around the corner from the elevator lobby
Audience: General (all ages)

Join PBOT's Portland By Cycle team to learn how to prepare to bike in all weather conditions!

We will cover the following topics:

Dressing for comfort: how to manage staying dry and comfortable in wet and cold conditions
Visibility: the best ways to see & be seen while riding in dark and wet weather
Road conditions: bike handling tips for slippery, gritty, and other hazardous conditions
Traffic: avoiding traffic by using lower-traffic streets - get familiar with Portlandbikemap.com and various route-planning apps
Winter Bike Maintenance: Try this 5 minute tune-up to keep your bike riding smoothly throughout the winter
Hosted by Go Lloyd and Portland Bureau of Transportation. Free and open to everyone!

Made possible with support the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund.
Thank you to our sponsors, Showers Pass, PDW, and Cleverhood!

Contact: portland.gov/bike

SUNNOV 1

12:00 PM – 3:00 PM

+4 dates

ChessJazzChoralLearning & TechOutdoors

Checkmates and Chill

Director Park815 Southwest Park Avenue

Join a lively game of chess and put your skills to the test. Whether you’re brand new or a seasoned player, there’s a spot for you. Instructor Victor will be on hand to guide beginners, while experienced players can jump right in and enjoy the challenge. Amplified holiday jazz from KMHD will play in the background to enhance the experience.

Special Dickens Carolers performances on Dec. 6th and 13th at 2 p.m.

Join a lively game of chess and put your skills to the test. Whether you’re brand new or a seasoned player, there’s a spot for you. Instructor Victor will be on hand to guide beginners, while experienced players can jump right in and enjoy the challenge. Amplified holiday jazz from KMHD will play in the background to enhance the experience.

Special Dickens Carolers performances on Dec. 6th and 13th at 2 p.m.

Columbia Springs12208 SE Evergreen Hwy

WEDNOV 18

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

All agesRSVP requiredLearning & TechToursOutdoorsParks & NatureHiking & Walking

Hatchery Tour at Columbia Springs

You're invited! Join us for a Hatchery Tour at Columbia Springs.

Have you ever wondered how old the fish are out in our round ponds, or how the hatchery works? What temperature do you think the springwater is as it comes out of the ground? Find the answers to these questions and more on a tour of our unique historic hatchery!

Come along with knowledgeable Columbia Springs staff, or expert volunteer, as they trace the path of spring water through our unique site, and learn about the trout and salmon that grow up here along the way.

While all ages are welcome, tour content may be most engaging for older kids and adults.

Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden5801 Southeast 28th Avenue

SUNNOV 8

1:30 PM – 3:30 PM

OutdoorsHiking & WalkingParks & NaturePhotographyTeaMeditationLearning & Tech

Transformation in Nature with Clara-Julia Peru

We invite you to join our transformation in nature retreat to slow down from your daily life, capture moments in nature, reflect and resonate with the seasonal changes that surround us.

Participants will begin with self-reflective prompts before embarking on a slow, guided walk, where they will be invited to observe and capture with a camera (or cell phone) how the late autumn garden mirrors the landscapes of transformation, grief and transition.

The seasonal landscape itself becomes a teacher: the architectural presence of conifers standing among bare deciduous trees, the rich layers of fallen leaves returning to the soil, beavers preparing for winter, eagles tending their nests, seed pods, mosses, textures, changing light, and the quiet beauty that emerges when life appears stripped down to its essence.

Through mindful photographs, participants will gather visual "fragments" before coming together in a circle for creative reflection, gentle conversation, and complementary herbal teas. The intention is to cultivate presence, symbolism, and a compassionate way of witnessing both nature and ourselves.

Bring comfortable walking shoes, weather-appropriate layers, drinking water, optional snack, camera or cell phone. If using a cell phone camera, be sure that the sound is off.

About the Guest Facilitator

Clara-Julia Peru is an artist, poet and nature advocate. She is a grief informed art and nature guide with an abundance of specialized training in grief support and expression. Learn more about Clara-Julia’s work here.

Sliding Scale Equity Pricing

In an effort to create an inviting and inclusive community for all we have sliding scale equity pricing based on personal financial experience and financial privilege.

We invite you to join our transformation in nature retreat to slow down from your daily life, capture moments in nature, reflect and resonate with the seasonal changes that surround us.

Participants will begin with self-reflective prompts before embarking on a slow, guided walk, where they will be invited to observe and capture with a camera (or cell phone) how the late autumn garden mirrors the landscapes of transformation, grief and transition.

The seasonal landscape itself becomes a teacher: the architectural presence of conifers standing among bare deciduous trees, the rich layers of fallen leaves returning to the soil, beavers preparing for winter, eagles tending their nests, seed pods, mosses, textures, changing light, and the quiet beauty that emerges when life appears stripped down to its essence.

Through mindful photographs, participants will gather visual "fragments" before coming together in a circle for creative reflection, gentle conversation, and complementary herbal teas. The intention is to cultivate presence, symbolism, and a compassionate way of witnessing both nature and ourselves.

Bring comfortable walking shoes, weather-appropriate layers, drinking water, optional snack, camera or cell phone. If using a cell phone camera, be sure that the sound is off.

About the Guest Facilitator

Clara-Julia Peru is an artist, poet and nature advocate. She is a grief informed art and nature guide with an abundance of specialized training in grief support and expression. Learn more about Clara-Julia’s work here.

Sliding Scale Equity Pricing

In an effort to create an inviting and inclusive community for all we have sliding scale equity pricing based on personal financial experience and financial privilege.

SUNNOV 8

7:00 PM

Free ticket requiredFilmMuseumsLearning & TechTalks & Lectures

A Proclamation for Peace

Portland Art Museum1219 Southwest Park Avenue

A Proclamation for Peace joins poetry, global languages, and music to produce a short film advancing cultural exchange, education and global peace. The project draws on a poem by Oregon Poet Laureate 2018-2020, Kim Stafford, adapted into a vocal score by Theresa Koon and realized in a lyrical film by Ron Bourke.

The film is a gift from Oregon to the world that will inspire individual commitment to peacefulness everywhere. On this special evening we’ll present the first public preview of the film. Please join us in a toast to the many musicians, crew members, and supporters who’ve helped to turn our passion for poetry, music, film and peace into a reality. Poet Kim Stafford, composer Theresa Koon and filmmaker Ron Bourke will join a post-film conversation. Many of the principal artists and performers will be in attendance. Tickets are free but very limited and must be procured in advance.

A Proclamation for Peace joins poetry, global languages, and music to produce a short film advancing cultural exchange, education and global peace. The project draws on a poem by Oregon Poet Laureate 2018-2020, Kim Stafford, adapted into a vocal score by Theresa Koon and realized in a lyrical film by Ron Bourke.

The film is a gift from Oregon to the world that will inspire individual commitment to peacefulness everywhere. On this special evening we’ll present the first public preview of the film. Please join us in a toast to the many musicians, crew members, and supporters who’ve helped to turn our passion for poetry, music, film and peace into a reality. Poet Kim Stafford, composer Theresa Koon and filmmaker Ron Bourke will join a post-film conversation. Many of the principal artists and performers will be in attendance. Tickets are free but very limited and must be procured in advance.

Zigzag Saw Training Center70303 US-26

FRINOV 20

NOV 20–NOV 22 · Hours not provided

Learning & TechCoursesWorkshopsTalks & LecturesOutdoorsParks & NatureHiking & WalkingVolunteering

TKU Saw School: Crosscut Saw Training Course (3 Days) – Mt Hood

Join us for this 3-day USFS-sanctioned Crosscut Saw (bucking only) Certification Course! Saw Instructors: Vito P. – Josh D. – Hope M. – Pat K. Max Size of Crew: 12 Hike Distance: < 3 miles Elevation Gain: (in ft) < 500 ft. Hike Intensity: Low to Moderate Work Intensity: Low to Moderate Work Type: Sawyer Certification First Day: 6-8 hrs of classroom and 1-2 hrs hands-on instruction Second Day: 1 hr review and 6-7 hrs field evaluation Third Day: 6-8 hrs field evaluations and review of results Land Manager: Mt Hood National Forest District: Zigzag and Clackamas

This TKO Saw School training event is for volunteers, professionals, and agency staff who are looking to receive an initial crosscut saw certification, recertification, or advancement in certification to the B level. We will be utilizing the new USFS Saw Training curriculum, “Developing Thinking Sawyers”.

* **The ticket price for volunteers is optional. For those with the means to pay the volunteer ticket price, you’ll be paying forward other volunteers’ access to training sessions such as these. ***

Initial Crosscut Saw Bucking Certification (3 days): You must be at least 16 years old to attend. Every saw operator must be certified to ensure safe and quality work. This session is for those who do not have a USFS saw certification card or those who are pursuing advancement in their current certification. The course will cover key safety procedures and best practices for clearing trails effectively in challenging and potentially hazardous situations. Day one is a 7-8 hr classroom (PowerPoint and video instruction) with possible field instruction depending on the weather conditions. Day two is a 1-2 hr review followed by 4-6 hrs of field practice. Day three will be 6-8 hrs of field evaluations. Candidates typically receive an “A” level certification. Candidates who demonstrate extensive skill and leadership with considerable hands-on saw experience may receive “B” level certification.

**A current First Aid and CPR certification is required to attend the field portions of this event, and for saw certifications to be valid. Per Forest Service policy, this certification must involve an in-person component and is not valid if performed entirely online.**TKO staff, volunteers, professionals, and USFS staff cannot use crosscut saws or chainsaws unless they hold a recognized and valid sawyer certification, First Aid, and CPR card. You can enter your current or expired First Aid/CPR certification by clicking on this link. First Aid/CPR Certification Record.

American Red Cross CPR/First Aid – find a class

First Aid CPR Training | Oregon Trails

Note: Please bring work gloves, safety glasses, and hard hats. Some of these PPE items can be provided by TKO staff if needed. Please contact [email protected] if you have any questions.

Potential cancellation: We will not work in the field if the weather is not safe for our team.

Directions and how to receive important information about this event: Event details, including directions and meeting information, will be emailed to you 48 hours before the event. If you’ve previously unsubscribed from Eventbrite emails, your inbox might block this message. To ensure you receive our event details, login to Eventbrite, visit Account Settings, and check the box for “Important reminders for my next event.”

What to bring:

Food for all three days of the event
Plenty of water for all three days of the event
Snacks
Gloves, safety glasses, hard hat
Hand sanitizer
Pack to carry all your gear on the trail

What to wear:

Boots (Please wear something sturdy that will protect your toes from sharp tools. Boots must cover your ankles. No tennis shoes allowed.)
Work gloves
A long-sleeved shirt is a requirement
Long pants are required
Face Mask (optional for indoor class, optional for outdoors)
Rain gear as appropriate for the weather

Questions?

Please contact Vito Perrone at [email protected]

Send me an email if you want to join our waitlist for this workshop.

Additional Information:

Check out the TK-U Saw School page for more info.

Saws That Sing. A guide to using crosscut saw.

One moving part: The Forest Service Ax Manual

Event details:

Detailed event information, including directions to the meeting location, will be provided to registrants via email 48 hours prior to the event. If you’re volunteering for the first time, read this blog by a volunteer to know what to expect at your first trail party.

LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: TKO recognizes that the trails we work on travel through the traditional lands of many Indigenous tribes and communities. We are the most recent in a long line of stewards to this land, and it is our responsibility to do so with humility and respect. We are grateful to these tribes and their descendants for being the original and continuing stewards of these spaces, and encourage everyone to go beyond a land acknowledgment by supporting Indigenous communities and organizations in your area.

EQUITY & INCLUSION: TKO seeks to make Oregon’s trails a place where people can go to connect with nature and one another. Not everyone feels safe or welcome in the outdoors, and we commit to being part of the solution to this problem and to enact change. Conduct, speech, or expressions that target any individual or group will not be tolerated by TKO.

PERSONAL SAFETY: Your physical and emotional safety is our number one priority. If a person’s actions or comments make you feel uncomfortable or unsafe, you may: interrupt directly, talk with a TKO leader, and/or inform TKO staff via the anonymous post-event survey.

While TKO no longer requires masking/vaccination for our events, we do support those who choose to mask for their own safety. We ask participants to respect the health of folks who wear masks by distancing or wearing a mask while in close proximity.

Join us for this 3-day USFS-sanctioned Crosscut Saw (bucking only) Certification Course! Saw Instructors: Vito P. – Josh D. – Hope M. – Pat K. Max Size of Crew: 12 Hike Distance: < 3 miles Elevation Gain: (in ft) < 500 ft. Hike Intensity: Low to Moderate Work Intensity: Low to Moderate Work Type: Sawyer Certification First Day: 6-8 hrs of classroom and 1-2 hrs hands-on instruction Second Day: 1 hr review and 6-7 hrs field evaluation Third Day: 6-8 hrs field evaluations and review of results Land Manager: Mt Hood National Forest District: Zigzag and Clackamas

This TKO Saw School training event is for volunteers, professionals, and agency staff who are looking to receive an initial crosscut saw certification, recertification, or advancement in certification to the B level. We will be utilizing the new USFS Saw Training curriculum, “Developing Thinking Sawyers”.

* **The ticket price for volunteers is optional. For those with the means to pay the volunteer ticket price, you’ll be paying forward other volunteers’ access to training sessions such as these. ***

Initial Crosscut Saw Bucking Certification (3 days): You must be at least 16 years old to attend. Every saw operator must be certified to ensure safe and quality work. This session is for those who do not have a USFS saw certification card or those who are pursuing advancement in their current certification. The course will cover key safety procedures and best practices for clearing trails effectively in challenging and potentially hazardous situations. Day one is a 7-8 hr classroom (PowerPoint and video instruction) with possible field instruction depending on the weather conditions. Day two is a 1-2 hr review followed by 4-6 hrs of field practice. Day three will be 6-8 hrs of field evaluations. Candidates typically receive an “A” level certification. Candidates who demonstrate extensive skill and leadership with considerable hands-on saw experience may receive “B” level certification.

**A current First Aid and CPR certification is required to attend the field portions of this event, and for saw certifications to be valid. Per Forest Service policy, this certification must involve an in-person component and is not valid if performed entirely online.**TKO staff, volunteers, professionals, and USFS staff cannot use crosscut saws or chainsaws unless they hold a recognized and valid sawyer certification, First Aid, and CPR card. You can enter your current or expired First Aid/CPR certification by clicking on this link. First Aid/CPR Certification Record.

American Red Cross CPR/First Aid – find a class

First Aid CPR Training | Oregon Trails

Note: Please bring work gloves, safety glasses, and hard hats. Some of these PPE items can be provided by TKO staff if needed. Please contact [email protected] if you have any questions.

Potential cancellation: We will not work in the field if the weather is not safe for our team.

Directions and how to receive important information about this event: Event details, including directions and meeting information, will be emailed to you 48 hours before the event. If you’ve previously unsubscribed from Eventbrite emails, your inbox might block this message. To ensure you receive our event details, login to Eventbrite, visit Account Settings, and check the box for “Important reminders for my next event.”

What to bring:

Food for all three days of the event
Plenty of water for all three days of the event
Snacks
Gloves, safety glasses, hard hat
Hand sanitizer
Pack to carry all your gear on the trail

What to wear:

Boots (Please wear something sturdy that will protect your toes from sharp tools. Boots must cover your ankles. No tennis shoes allowed.)
Work gloves
A long-sleeved shirt is a requirement
Long pants are required
Face Mask (optional for indoor class, optional for outdoors)
Rain gear as appropriate for the weather

Questions?

Please contact Vito Perrone at [email protected]

Send me an email if you want to join our waitlist for this workshop.

Additional Information:

Check out the TK-U Saw School page for more info.

Saws That Sing. A guide to using crosscut saw.

One moving part: The Forest Service Ax Manual

Event details:

Detailed event information, including directions to the meeting location, will be provided to registrants via email 48 hours prior to the event. If you’re volunteering for the first time, read this blog by a volunteer to know what to expect at your first trail party.

LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: TKO recognizes that the trails we work on travel through the traditional lands of many Indigenous tribes and communities. We are the most recent in a long line of stewards to this land, and it is our responsibility to do so with humility and respect. We are grateful to these tribes and their descendants for being the original and continuing stewards of these spaces, and encourage everyone to go beyond a land acknowledgment by supporting Indigenous communities and organizations in your area.

EQUITY & INCLUSION: TKO seeks to make Oregon’s trails a place where people can go to connect with nature and one another. Not everyone feels safe or welcome in the outdoors, and we commit to being part of the solution to this problem and to enact change. Conduct, speech, or expressions that target any individual or group will not be tolerated by TKO.

PERSONAL SAFETY: Your physical and emotional safety is our number one priority. If a person’s actions or comments make you feel uncomfortable or unsafe, you may: interrupt directly, talk with a TKO leader, and/or inform TKO staff via the anonymous post-event survey.

While TKO no longer requires masking/vaccination for our events, we do support those who choose to mask for their own safety. We ask participants to respect the health of folks who wear masks by distancing or wearing a mask while in close proximity.

SUNNOV 8

9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

All agesOutdoorsBirdingHiking & WalkingLearning & TechWorkshops

Bird Walk at Blue Lake

Blue Lake Regional Park (map)Map

Join Columbia Slough Watershed Council and Bird Guide Ryan Gilpin, from Nidus Consulting for a morning of Birding at Blue Lake Regional Park. Explore the beautiful Blue Lake and discover what birds may be flying, as we walk and practice identifying birds! This is a rain or shine event. All ages are welcome. Participants under the age of 18, will need to be accompanied by a parent, adult, or legal guardian.

What to bring: Dress for the weather and bring water. Snacks and drinks will be available. We will have extra binoculars. Bring yours, if you have them! Dogs are not allowed in this park because they can damage sensitive habitat and threaten wildlife.

Getting there:

See map below for meeting point and ideal parking location, circled in red. We will meet at Celilo Shelter. Metro kindly reserved this shelter for us from 9am-11am.

Metro has also granted us with 15 parking passes, free of charge. These passes are reserved on a first come, first serve basis. If you reserved a parking pass ticket - once you have arrived, drive past the kiosk, and check in with Liz at the welcome table to claim your pass. All passes need to be displayed in your windshield of your vehicle. Please attempt to carpool.

Parking passes are $5 per car, and can be purchased at Blue Lake. If you would like to attend and seeking no barrier to entry, please reach out.

By Bus: Take Bus line 21 to NE Sandy & 223rd, then walk about 1 mile up 223rd to Blue Lake Park.

By bike: Use bike lanes east on Marine Drive to Blue Lake Road or east on Halsey to 223rd Avenue and follow the signs north to the park. Bicycles are welcome inside the park on paved paths.

Accessibility:

There are a couple of restrooms and water fountains located inside the park. The route will have mostly paved, flat trails with little gravel.

Questions or need a parking pass? Reach out to Liz Coll, [email protected]

Join Columbia Slough Watershed Council and Bird Guide Ryan Gilpin, from Nidus Consulting for a morning of Birding at Blue Lake Regional Park. Explore the beautiful Blue Lake and discover what birds may be flying, as we walk and practice identifying birds! This is a rain or shine event. All ages are welcome. Participants under the age of 18, will need to be accompanied by a parent, adult, or legal guardian.

What to bring: Dress for the weather and bring water. Snacks and drinks will be available. We will have extra binoculars. Bring yours, if you have them! Dogs are not allowed in this park because they can damage sensitive habitat and threaten wildlife.

Getting there:

See map below for meeting point and ideal parking location, circled in red. We will meet at Celilo Shelter. Metro kindly reserved this shelter for us from 9am-11am.

Metro has also granted us with 15 parking passes, free of charge. These passes are reserved on a first come, first serve basis. If you reserved a parking pass ticket - once you have arrived, drive past the kiosk, and check in with Liz at the welcome table to claim your pass. All passes need to be displayed in your windshield of your vehicle. Please attempt to carpool.

Parking passes are $5 per car, and can be purchased at Blue Lake. If you would like to attend and seeking no barrier to entry, please reach out.

By Bus: Take Bus line 21 to NE Sandy & 223rd, then walk about 1 mile up 223rd to Blue Lake Park.

By bike: Use bike lanes east on Marine Drive to Blue Lake Road or east on Halsey to 223rd Avenue and follow the signs north to the park. Bicycles are welcome inside the park on paved paths.

Accessibility:

There are a couple of restrooms and water fountains located inside the park. The route will have mostly paved, flat trails with little gravel.

Questions or need a parking pass? Reach out to Liz Coll, [email protected]

SUNNOV 1

9:30 AM – 12:00 PM

+29 dates

Food & DrinkLearning & TechToursOutdoorsHiking & Walking

Chocolate, Coffee, and Donuts: A Tasty Tour of Downtown Portland

South Park Blocks1436 Southwest Park Avenue

Take a journey through the heart of downtown Portland, Oregon, with our tastiest tour. This guided adventure will lead you through historic streets and vibrant public squares, including the cultural district, the South Park blocks, Director Park, and Pioneer Courthouse Square. We will traverse approximately 1.5 miles of Portland’s lively downtown. Visit two coffee shops, four donut shops, and a chocolate shop, and your knowledgeable guide will provide commentary about Portland along the way.

Visit iconic local shops and emerging gems, each offering its own specialty. Sample delicious treats along the way, from the rich, aromatic flavors of expertly brewed, locally roasted coffee, fresh, artisan-made doughnuts and gourmet chocolates. Experience some classic flavors, as well as inventive twists.

All treats are included in the price. Come hungry, come curious, and leave full of appreciation for Portland’s sweet side. Peak Tours is licensed and insured, local and family-owned, reliable and knowledgeable and would love to show you around.

Cost: $64

Take a journey through the heart of downtown Portland, Oregon, with our tastiest tour. This guided adventure will lead you through historic streets and vibrant public squares, including the cultural district, the South Park blocks, Director Park, and Pioneer Courthouse Square. We will traverse approximately 1.5 miles of Portland’s lively downtown. Visit two coffee shops, four donut shops, and a chocolate shop, and your knowledgeable guide will provide commentary about Portland along the way.

Visit iconic local shops and emerging gems, each offering its own specialty. Sample delicious treats along the way, from the rich, aromatic flavors of expertly brewed, locally roasted coffee, fresh, artisan-made doughnuts and gourmet chocolates. Experience some classic flavors, as well as inventive twists.

All treats are included in the price. Come hungry, come curious, and leave full of appreciation for Portland’s sweet side. Peak Tours is licensed and insured, local and family-owned, reliable and knowledgeable and would love to show you around.

Cost: $64

WEDNOV 4

3:00 PM – 7:00 PM

All agesDrop-inLGBTQ+Fairs & MarketsLearning & Tech

LGBTQIA+ Resource Fair

Clark College - Gaiser Hall 150 - Student Center, Penguin Union Building 161 - Student Lounge1933 Fort Vancouver Way

Dandelion Teahouse and Apothecary and Clark College will host the LGBTQIA+ Resource Fair from 3-7 p.m. Nov. 4 in Gaiser Hall, 1933 Fort Vancouver Way. This event brings together local nonprofits, organizations, community groups and service providers from the local area. Learn about resources and services available to LGBTQIA+ residents, students, families and allies. Connect with organizations providing community support, advocacy, education and other services. The all-ages fair is free and open to everyone. Park in the green lot.

SATNOV 7

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Registration requiredVolunteeringOutdoorsParks & NatureLearning & Tech

April Hill Park Stewardship Event

Project details

Join PP&R and the Friends of April Hill Park to remove invasively growing species and support other stewardship in April Hill Park! Come when you can and stay as long as you can. We'll meet by the Giant Sequoia near the playground and then head into the park's natural area to remove invasively growing species such as English ivy.

Tools and gloves are provided for you, but remember to wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes and dress for the weather, as the ground can be uneven. Bring a water bottle to stay hydrated; we'll have snacks, coffee, and water for your convenience. We will instruct on the best practice and techniques for ivy removal without harming native plants. For the safety of staff and other volunteers, please stay home if you are feeling sick.

Registration is required

April Hill Pak meeting location

LocationParking and public transit

We will meet by the park entrance closest to SW Miles and SW 58th. There is plenty of on-street parking.

Unfortunately, this site is not easily accessible by public transportation

Meeting location

5737 SW Miles & SW 58th, Portland, OR 97219

Children are welcome

Any child under 14 years of age needs to be accompanied by an attentive adult.

Accessibility

This event will require bending over and walking on uneven surfaces. A portable restroom will be available at this site.

Helpful information for participants

Thank you for helping to keep Portland parks healthy and beautiful! Here are a few tips to get you ready for your stewardship event.

In order to ensure your comfort and safety, please remember to dress for the weather, wear close-toed shoes, bring a water bottle, and be ready to get dirty!
Registration is required for all stewardship events, unless otherwise noted.
Stay home if you are experiencing symptoms of any contagious illness.
All tools, gloves and training to do the task is provided.
While groups are welcome to join many of our regularly scheduled stewardship events, please contact the event coordinator listed in the description before arriving with a large group. This will ensure that there are enough gloves and tools for everyone to work. We are also available to schedule special service events at your group's convenience during the week or on weekends. Learn more about programs for groups.

Service HoursCourt-ordered community service

If you are looking for community service to fulfill court requirements, please call 503-823-5121. You must be registered with our program before undertaking any community service.

Other Community Service Hours

To verify participation for school or other service hour requirements, please bring your own method of tracking and check in with the Stewardship Coordinator or event leader during the event to get a signature or other verification. Please follow registration guidelines for the event you would like to participate in for service.

Questions?

Contact Monica Walker at [email protected] or 503-823-8367.

Project details

Join PP&R and the Friends of April Hill Park to remove invasively growing species and support other stewardship in April Hill Park! Come when you can and stay as long as you can. We'll meet by the Giant Sequoia near the playground and then head into the park's natural area to remove invasively growing species such as English ivy.

Tools and gloves are provided for you, but remember to wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes and dress for the weather, as the ground can be uneven. Bring a water bottle to stay hydrated; we'll have snacks, coffee, and water for your convenience. We will instruct on the best practice and techniques for ivy removal without harming native plants. For the safety of staff and other volunteers, please stay home if you are feeling sick.

Registration is required

April Hill Pak meeting location

LocationParking and public transit

We will meet by the park entrance closest to SW Miles and SW 58th. There is plenty of on-street parking.

Unfortunately, this site is not easily accessible by public transportation

Meeting location

5737 SW Miles & SW 58th, Portland, OR 97219

Children are welcome

Any child under 14 years of age needs to be accompanied by an attentive adult.

Accessibility

This event will require bending over and walking on uneven surfaces. A portable restroom will be available at this site.

Helpful information for participants

Thank you for helping to keep Portland parks healthy and beautiful! Here are a few tips to get you ready for your stewardship event.

In order to ensure your comfort and safety, please remember to dress for the weather, wear close-toed shoes, bring a water bottle, and be ready to get dirty!
Registration is required for all stewardship events, unless otherwise noted.
Stay home if you are experiencing symptoms of any contagious illness.
All tools, gloves and training to do the task is provided.
While groups are welcome to join many of our regularly scheduled stewardship events, please contact the event coordinator listed in the description before arriving with a large group. This will ensure that there are enough gloves and tools for everyone to work. We are also available to schedule special service events at your group's convenience during the week or on weekends. Learn more about programs for groups.

Service HoursCourt-ordered community service

If you are looking for community service to fulfill court requirements, please call 503-823-5121. You must be registered with our program before undertaking any community service.

Other Community Service Hours

To verify participation for school or other service hour requirements, please bring your own method of tracking and check in with the Stewardship Coordinator or event leader during the event to get a signature or other verification. Please follow registration guidelines for the event you would like to participate in for service.

Questions?

Contact Monica Walker at [email protected] or 503-823-8367.

MONNOV 2

Hours not provided

OutdoorsHiking & WalkingLearning & Tech

Portland (Along the Waterfront) Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour (Portland) Tickets

1111 NW 21st AveMap

Explore Portland’s waterfront with a scavenger hunt and self-guided tour.

Friends of Tryon Creek11321 South Terwilliger Boulevard

FRINOV 6

10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

StorytimesBooksCraftsOutdoorsParks & NatureHiking & WalkingLearning & TechUnder 5

Storytime - Mushrooms

Join Friends of Tryon Creek and local author, illustrator, and naturalist Audrey Sauble for a special storytime series. Featuring a variety of nature themes and books, some of which are available to purchase in the Nature Center Store. We will gather near the Nature Center for a story, activity, and walk introducing children (and adults) to forest plants and animals. It is best suited for children 3-5 years old, but all are welcome.

Spring Storytimes - Register Here

This event is free for current Friends of Tryon Creek members (use this express membership link and join today) or $10 for each family for non-members. Use the links above to register. If you are not a current member, you can use the link above to join and then you will be asked to create an account before registering. If space is available, registration is also available the day-of at the Nature Center Store.

Join Friends of Tryon Creek and local author, illustrator, and naturalist Audrey Sauble for a special storytime series. Featuring a variety of nature themes and books, some of which are available to purchase in the Nature Center Store. We will gather near the Nature Center for a story, activity, and walk introducing children (and adults) to forest plants and animals. It is best suited for children 3-5 years old, but all are welcome.

Spring Storytimes - Register Here

This event is free for current Friends of Tryon Creek members (use this express membership link and join today) or $10 for each family for non-members. Use the links above to register. If you are not a current member, you can use the link above to join and then you will be asked to create an account before registering. If space is available, registration is also available the day-of at the Nature Center Store.

Cookshop2625 Southeast 26th Avenue

SATNOV 7

9:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Registration requiredVolunteeringOutdoorsParks & NatureLearning & TechWorkshops

Downtown Pollinator Garden Planting

SE 21st & SE Washington StMap

Please join the city in planting a downtown pollinator garden! We will install native plants from a Xerces Society Habitat Kit at the corner of SE 21st Avenue and Washington Street. Volunteers will chip in alongside city staff, who will demonstrate proper technique and safety before planting begins.

No gardening experience necessary. The city will supply all equipment including gloves, tools, and water. Please consider using alternative transportation and bring a reusable water bottle.

Space is limited. Families are encouraged to attend. The city asks volunteers to register by Wednesday, Nov. 4, using this link: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/jNwmySB85f

Please join the city in planting a downtown pollinator garden! We will install native plants from a Xerces Society Habitat Kit at the corner of SE 21st Avenue and Washington Street. Volunteers will chip in alongside city staff, who will demonstrate proper technique and safety before planting begins.

No gardening experience necessary. The city will supply all equipment including gloves, tools, and water. Please consider using alternative transportation and bring a reusable water bottle.

Space is limited. Families are encouraged to attend. The city asks volunteers to register by Wednesday, Nov. 4, using this link: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/jNwmySB85f

MONNOV 23

9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Registration requiredKids & FamilyCooking ClassesBooksCraftsOutdoorsLearning & TechWorkshops

No School Camp Day

School’s out, come join us! Since we have so much fun partnering with Make Do Art Studio and Chef Fabi every summer, we decided to keep the party rolling! No School Day campers spend half of the day in the kitchen with Chef Fabi, and the other half of the day is spent making art with Make Do. We also have free play every day at nearby Piccolo Park. Camp is from 9 am- 3 pm and is for children in grades 1-7.

In the kitchen with Chef Fabi, we’ll be working on a cooking or baking project! Please note you will need to bring a lunch and any additional snacks your kiddo may need for the day. And a water bottle is always a good idea!

During art time, we explore the world of process art while gaining new skills and familiarity with a variety of mediums. We always read excellent books, play art games, work on collaborative pieces together, have downtime to sketch and peruse art books, and create a finished piece each day.

Our 2026-2027 No School Day camp dates are: 10/9, 10/30, 11/23, 1/18, 1/25, 2/15, and 4/9. You can sign up for just one day or all of them!

Please email us before registering if your child has any food allergies/intolerances.

Cancellation policy: Full refunds are granted up until 14 days prior to camp. No refunds will be considered after that date.

School’s out, come join us! Since we have so much fun partnering with Make Do Art Studio and Chef Fabi every summer, we decided to keep the party rolling! No School Day campers spend half of the day in the kitchen with Chef Fabi, and the other half of the day is spent making art with Make Do. We also have free play every day at nearby Piccolo Park. Camp is from 9 am- 3 pm and is for children in grades 1-7.

In the kitchen with Chef Fabi, we’ll be working on a cooking or baking project! Please note you will need to bring a lunch and any additional snacks your kiddo may need for the day. And a water bottle is always a good idea!

During art time, we explore the world of process art while gaining new skills and familiarity with a variety of mediums. We always read excellent books, play art games, work on collaborative pieces together, have downtime to sketch and peruse art books, and create a finished piece each day.

Our 2026-2027 No School Day camp dates are: 10/9, 10/30, 11/23, 1/18, 1/25, 2/15, and 4/9. You can sign up for just one day or all of them!

Please email us before registering if your child has any food allergies/intolerances.

Cancellation policy: Full refunds are granted up until 14 days prior to camp. No refunds will be considered after that date.

MONNOV 2

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

+8 dates

💰 $8+Registration requiredOutdoorsHiking & WalkingParks & NatureStorytimesLearning & TechUnder 5

Tree Time Preschool Walks

Hoyt Arboretum4000 Southwest Fairview Boulevard

Come for a story and guided walk on the trails at Hoyt Arboretum. Use your senses to explore the natural surroundings and maybe even get your hands dirty. Staff and trained Arboretum volunteers will introduce you and your family to the plants, trees, insects, mushrooms, and more found at Hoyt Arboretum. Tree Time walks are held on Mondays and Saturdays at 10 am year-round. Tree Time walks are geared to children ages 2 to 6 and their guardians.

Registration is required.

Come for a story and guided walk on the trails at Hoyt Arboretum. Use your senses to explore the natural surroundings and maybe even get your hands dirty. Staff and trained Arboretum volunteers will introduce you and your family to the plants, trees, insects, mushrooms, and more found at Hoyt Arboretum. Tree Time walks are held on Mondays and Saturdays at 10 am year-round. Tree Time walks are geared to children ages 2 to 6 and their guardians.

Registration is required.

Hoyt Arboretum4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR 97221

SUNNOV 8

2:00 PM – 3:30 PM

Registration requiredOutdoorsHiking & WalkingParks & NatureLearning & TechTalks & Lectures

Healing Herbs of the Arboretum

The plants that surround us are full of healing and nourishing properties, if we know where to look! Join community herbalist Missy Rohs for a stroll around the Arboretum to explore the medicinal trees, weeds, and native plants we encounter. You will talk about which parts to use and which plants to avoid. You may even discover a new use for a plant you thought you knew well! This event is coordinated by Hoyt Arboretum and registration is required through their website. — 30

Hoyt Arboretum4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR 97221

SATNOV 7

10:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Learning & TechWorkshopsCraftsOutdoorsHiking & Walking

Resin Jewelry

This hands-on art class introduces you to the creative process of making resin jewelry using UV resin, pigments, polymer clay, and pressed natural elements. The workshop will begin with a casual nature walk to gather inspiration and learn about some PNW native plants before moving into the studio portion. — 65

Metro Parks and NatureMap

FRINOV 6

2:30 AM – 5:30 AM

All agesRSVP requiredOutdoorsParks & NatureVolunteeringLearning & Tech

Stewardship Day at Glendoveer (all ages) Referral

Volunteer Opportunity Help restore our habitat. About the Program Metro manages 20,000 acres of parks and natural areas, including 17 parks, 14 historic cemeteries and three boat ramps. By volunteering, you are helping steward these sites for generations to come. Volunteers will learn about native plants, non native plant management, managing for nature in urban spaces, while building community. About the Project Join Metro Parks and Nature at the Glendoveer Nature Trail (use entrance at NE 148th and Halsey) as we tend to a nature patch along the trail, adjacent to the parking lot entrance. Participants will plant native plants and tend to the nature patch near the entrance of the parking lot on 148th and Halsey. All tools and supplies provided, in addition to some light refreshments. For more information, visit: https://www.oregonmetro.gov/events/stewardship-day-glendoveer-2026-11-06 Requirements Age: All ages are welcome; those under 18 must attend with a parent or adult chaperone. Notices Referral Opportunity: This opportunity is run directly by one of our nonprofit partners. Sign-up using the link above or use the "express interest" button below for our partner to contact you with next steps and confirmation details. Hands On Greater Portland Hours: Your hours may not appear in your Hands On account because this is a partner‑managed opportunity.

SATNOV 7

10:30 AM – 1:00 PM

OutdoorsGroup RidesParks & NatureArts & MediaWellnessLearning & TechTours

Waterways, Real and Metaphoric Ride

Portland, ORMap

Organizer: Portland By Cycle Rides and Classes
Schedule: Meet at 10:30 a.m., we'll roll out at 11:00.
Ride Length: 8-15 miles
Route: Loop ride (returns to start)
Location Details: between Ankeny and Burnside
Audience: General (all ages)

This ride will tour public art and Public Works sites that mimic natural waterways, including the Oregon Convention Center rain garden and the downtown Open Space Sequence. It will be a relaxed paced ride (8-10 mph) along low-stress bikeways, with frequent stops to show off gems of Portland art, architecture and inspiration that represent our connection to the natural world, specifically rivers and streams.

This is a no-drop loop ride perfect for folks new to Portland, new to the bike or just getting back on their wheels. About 8 miles long round trip. Coffee and restroom available at the start location, we'll provide the donuts!.

Bring a friend because no one is left behind! Bring appropriate clothing - you know Portland weather, always interesting, and we'll ride rain or shine.
Free and open to everyone. Made possible with support from the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund.

Free BIKETOWN rides!
We have some free BIKETOWN codes (we pay the cost) available specifically for this ride! To receive a BIKETOWN code, email Timo Forsberg at [email protected].

Contact: portland.gov/bike

Organizer: Portland By Cycle Rides and Classes
Schedule: Meet at 10:30 a.m., we'll roll out at 11:00.
Ride Length: 8-15 miles
Route: Loop ride (returns to start)
Location Details: between Ankeny and Burnside
Audience: General (all ages)

This ride will tour public art and Public Works sites that mimic natural waterways, including the Oregon Convention Center rain garden and the downtown Open Space Sequence. It will be a relaxed paced ride (8-10 mph) along low-stress bikeways, with frequent stops to show off gems of Portland art, architecture and inspiration that represent our connection to the natural world, specifically rivers and streams.

This is a no-drop loop ride perfect for folks new to Portland, new to the bike or just getting back on their wheels. About 8 miles long round trip. Coffee and restroom available at the start location, we'll provide the donuts!.

Bring a friend because no one is left behind! Bring appropriate clothing - you know Portland weather, always interesting, and we'll ride rain or shine.
Free and open to everyone. Made possible with support from the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund.

Free BIKETOWN rides!
We have some free BIKETOWN codes (we pay the cost) available specifically for this ride! To receive a BIKETOWN code, email Timo Forsberg at [email protected].

Contact: portland.gov/bike

Clark County Historical Museum1511 Main Street

FRINOV 6

7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

+7 dates

💰 $15 - $20Learning & TechToursOutdoorsHiking & WalkingMuseumsHolidays & Seasonal

Haunted Walking Tours

The Clark County Historical Museum will offer Haunted Walking Tours at 7 p.m. every Friday and Saturday in September and October. Guides will lead groups of 25 people through downtown Vancouver and beyond, stopping to share tales of lingering spirits, mysterious happenings, forgotten tragedies and moments when history and the supernatural cross paths. Drawing from historical research, memories, anecdotes and stories from Pat Jollota’s “Darkness Next Door,” tours offer approximately one mile of history, mystery and the occasional spine-tingle. Rain-or-shine tours are best suited for ages 10 and older. Tickets are $15 for museum members and $20 for non-members. Sign up at cchmuseum.org.

Battle Ground Community Library1207 SE 8th Way

SATNOV 7

2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Learning & TechWorkshopsTalks & LecturesOutdoorsForaging

Mushroom Hunting For Beginners

Mushroom foraging is a popular pursuit in the Northwest! More than just a slideshow of edible mushrooms, this beginner-friendly class emphasizes skills and tools needed for accurate identification of mushrooms to determine edibility.

SUNNOV 8

7:00 AM – 8:00 AM

OutdoorsHiking & WalkingLearning & TechToursCultural Heritage

Tour of Lone Fir Cemetery

Off campus (location not specified)Map

A 60-minute walking tour of Lone Fir Cemetery. Public parking is available; walking shoes are a good idea. We will stick to paved paths though you can venture across the grass if you want; in that case, be prepared for uneven ground and mud.

Hosted by Eira May '08, who shares information and stories at @QuietNeighbors on Instagram.

SATNOV 14

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Learning & TechToursHistory TalksOutdoorsHiking & Walking

Lone Fir Cemetery Historical Tour

Lone Fir Pioneer Cemetery649 Southeast 26th Avenue

Want to get to know the cemetery better? Take one of the monthly tours. Tours highlight Portland’s founders and regionally-known pioneers.

Reservations or donations are not required for the tour but are greatly appreciated. All proceeds go to fund the workshops and cemetery preservation work.

Two different guided tours are available each month — the Historical Tour and the Stories in Stone Tour. Both give you an opportunity to learn about the community while enjoying the beauty of the cemetery. After each tour, you will have the chance to purchase FLFC merchandise and learn how you can become a member.

Want to get to know the cemetery better? Take one of the monthly tours. Tours highlight Portland’s founders and regionally-known pioneers.

Reservations or donations are not required for the tour but are greatly appreciated. All proceeds go to fund the workshops and cemetery preservation work.

Two different guided tours are available each month — the Historical Tour and the Stories in Stone Tour. Both give you an opportunity to learn about the community while enjoying the beauty of the cemetery. After each tour, you will have the chance to purchase FLFC merchandise and learn how you can become a member.

First Congregational United Church of Christ1126 SW Park Ave

SATNOV 7

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

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Restaurants and Relationships: Chai Pani and Nixta Taqueria

Authors and acclaimed chefs Molly Irani(Service Ready: A Story of Love, Restaurants, and the Power of Hospitality) and Meherwan Irani(No. 1 Best Indian Cookbook in the World) sit down with renowned chefs and coauthors Sara Mardanbigi and Edgar Rico (Nixta Taqueria Presents: From Tacos to Tahdig) to discuss their recent publications and experiences building community through food. Joined by moderator and fellow chef, Farideh Sadeghin (The Hot Dog Cookbook and Cheesy), both pairs move beyond their recipes to share the cultures, upbringings, and people that inspired their successful businesses.

About Service Ready:

Molly Irani, the visionary cofounder of the James Beard Award–winning restaurant Chai Pani, shares her passion for hospitality and story of building a thriving business that puts people first.

Growing up with parents who owned a restaurant, Molly understood the power of service but also had a keen understanding of the industry’s challenges. When her husband Meherwan wanted to open a restaurant that would serve the Indian street food of his childhood, Molly thought he was nuts. And yet, the couple turned this unlikely dream into a vibrant reality. Chai Pani would eventually win the James Beard Award for Most Outstanding Restaurant in America, and be named one of 50 Favorite Restaurants in America by The New York Times, and one of Southern Living’s 20 Friendliest Places in the South.

In Service Ready, Molly takes readers on their inspiring journey to the heights of culinary and professional success. While she and her husband learned their way into running a restaurant, Molly created a groundbreaking work culture with industry-leading retention rates. They have fostered a loyal team and legions of fans, and have since launched multiple Chai Pani locations, the fast-growing spin-off, Botiwalla, and the popular spice business, Spicewalla.

Molly shares the ten core principles that have shaped their path, offering essential lessons for any industry. She opens up about the challenges and rewards of being business partners with your life partner and shares how she and Meherwan learned to merge their strengths in order to thrive. Her story celebrates the power of female leadership in a traditionally male-dominated field and is a testament to the essential impact these strengths bring to businesses. As she reflects on navigating a recession, a global pandemic, and the devastating floods in Asheville, she explores resilience, innovation, and how to create a strong culture in any workplace.

About No. 1 Best Indian Cookbook in the World:

People of the earth! James Beard Award–winning chef Meherwan Irani is here to tell you that Indian street food is the best food on the planet—and that with more than 100 of his recipes you can have it at home any time you want.

“If you love Indian food, Irani decodes the entire canon for the home cook without oversimplifying or diluting the most delicious of global cuisines.”—Andrew Zimmern

Entering Meherwan Irani’s restaurants feels like walking into a party—and opening his cookbook is no different. With warmth, affection, and a bit of swagger, Irani makes a compelling, delicious case for adding Indian food to your weekly rotation, providing you with clear instruction on how to build layers of flavor and texture, putting beloved favorites like bhel puri, vada pav, kathi rolls, and more within your grasp.

In the No. 1 Best Indian Cookbook in the World, Irani takes you through the depths of this (liberally defined) subgenre of Indian cuisine that’s filled with delicious snacks, flavorful sandwiches, and curries and chutneys galore. He covers classics like pakoras and chaats as well as stews from roadside cantinas and Chinese-Indian stir fries. Through more than 100 recipes, Irani shares his tips for making street food with minimal time and effort, like sweet, bright, and crunchy Corn Bhel and a Mumbai Toastie, which provides one of the best uses you’ll get out of white sandwich bread. From Dhansak, the triple lentil stew his mom used to make, to the golden-crisp Dosa that’s now found itself in the lexicon of street food, these recipes are rooted in childhood memories, travels through India, and deeply conducted research on the cultures that have contributed to Indian cuisine. Essays throughout dig into areas of Indian cuisine that Irani loves to talk about, like why naan isn’t eaten with every single Indian dish and why chai should be made with substandard tea leaves.

With more than 100 recipes for sandwiches, chaats, fried goodies, and more, you’ll quickly see why this is the No. 1 Best Indian Cookbook in the World.

About Nixta Taqueria Presents: From Tacos to Tahdig:

“The future of American food is found at Nixta, where Edgar Rico and Sara Mardanbigi combine Mexican, Persian, and American flavors to create one of the country’s most essential restaurants.”—Brian McGinn, director and executive producer of Chef’s Table

Sara Mardanbigi and Edgar Rico are proud hyphenated Americans: Iranian and Mexican, respectively. It’s their superpower and what they’ve built their award-winning restaurant Nixta Taqueria on. Pulling from their rich culinary heritages, they’ve done what first-genners do best—created delightful twists on Mexican, Iranian, and American classics. In Nixta Taqueria Presents: From Tacos to Tahdig, they sling tacos and tostadas, alongside platters of golden, fluffy rice; rich stewed meats; and so, so, so many herbs.

Nixta Taqueria Presents: From Tacos to Tahdig takes you through recipes from Edgar’s childhood in Visalia, California, with family dishes like Tortas de Milanesa de Pollo and Chicharrones en Salsa Verde. Then it’s Sara’s turn, sharing recipes from the Ozarks in Arkansas and family trips to Iran for Maman’s Fish with Kuku Sabzi and Ash Reshteh. Lastly, they bring it all together, showing the full-force beauty and surprising connection between the two cuisines with recipes like Smashburgers Al Pastor and Saffron Tres Leches.

More recipes include:

Nixta Taqueria’s legendary Duck Carnitas Tacos
Barbacoa Empanadas
Fesenjoon
Beet “Tartare” Tostada
And their famous cross-cultural recipe for rice pudding, Sholeh Zard

With over 100 recipes and stunning photography, Nixta Taqueria Presents: From Tacos to Tahdig is a celebration of where Edgar and Sara have come from and where they are now. Come along for the ride!

Authors and acclaimed chefs Molly Irani(Service Ready: A Story of Love, Restaurants, and the Power of Hospitality) and Meherwan Irani(No. 1 Best Indian Cookbook in the World) sit down with renowned chefs and coauthors Sara Mardanbigi and Edgar Rico (Nixta Taqueria Presents: From Tacos to Tahdig) to discuss their recent publications and experiences building community through food. Joined by moderator and fellow chef, Farideh Sadeghin (The Hot Dog Cookbook and Cheesy), both pairs move beyond their recipes to share the cultures, upbringings, and people that inspired their successful businesses.

About Service Ready:

Molly Irani, the visionary cofounder of the James Beard Award–winning restaurant Chai Pani, shares her passion for hospitality and story of building a thriving business that puts people first.

Growing up with parents who owned a restaurant, Molly understood the power of service but also had a keen understanding of the industry’s challenges. When her husband Meherwan wanted to open a restaurant that would serve the Indian street food of his childhood, Molly thought he was nuts. And yet, the couple turned this unlikely dream into a vibrant reality. Chai Pani would eventually win the James Beard Award for Most Outstanding Restaurant in America, and be named one of 50 Favorite Restaurants in America by The New York Times, and one of Southern Living’s 20 Friendliest Places in the South.

In Service Ready, Molly takes readers on their inspiring journey to the heights of culinary and professional success. While she and her husband learned their way into running a restaurant, Molly created a groundbreaking work culture with industry-leading retention rates. They have fostered a loyal team and legions of fans, and have since launched multiple Chai Pani locations, the fast-growing spin-off, Botiwalla, and the popular spice business, Spicewalla.

Molly shares the ten core principles that have shaped their path, offering essential lessons for any industry. She opens up about the challenges and rewards of being business partners with your life partner and shares how she and Meherwan learned to merge their strengths in order to thrive. Her story celebrates the power of female leadership in a traditionally male-dominated field and is a testament to the essential impact these strengths bring to businesses. As she reflects on navigating a recession, a global pandemic, and the devastating floods in Asheville, she explores resilience, innovation, and how to create a strong culture in any workplace.

About No. 1 Best Indian Cookbook in the World:

People of the earth! James Beard Award–winning chef Meherwan Irani is here to tell you that Indian street food is the best food on the planet—and that with more than 100 of his recipes you can have it at home any time you want.

“If you love Indian food, Irani decodes the entire canon for the home cook without oversimplifying or diluting the most delicious of global cuisines.”—Andrew Zimmern

Entering Meherwan Irani’s restaurants feels like walking into a party—and opening his cookbook is no different. With warmth, affection, and a bit of swagger, Irani makes a compelling, delicious case for adding Indian food to your weekly rotation, providing you with clear instruction on how to build layers of flavor and texture, putting beloved favorites like bhel puri, vada pav, kathi rolls, and more within your grasp.

In the No. 1 Best Indian Cookbook in the World, Irani takes you through the depths of this (liberally defined) subgenre of Indian cuisine that’s filled with delicious snacks, flavorful sandwiches, and curries and chutneys galore. He covers classics like pakoras and chaats as well as stews from roadside cantinas and Chinese-Indian stir fries. Through more than 100 recipes, Irani shares his tips for making street food with minimal time and effort, like sweet, bright, and crunchy Corn Bhel and a Mumbai Toastie, which provides one of the best uses you’ll get out of white sandwich bread. From Dhansak, the triple lentil stew his mom used to make, to the golden-crisp Dosa that’s now found itself in the lexicon of street food, these recipes are rooted in childhood memories, travels through India, and deeply conducted research on the cultures that have contributed to Indian cuisine. Essays throughout dig into areas of Indian cuisine that Irani loves to talk about, like why naan isn’t eaten with every single Indian dish and why chai should be made with substandard tea leaves.

With more than 100 recipes for sandwiches, chaats, fried goodies, and more, you’ll quickly see why this is the No. 1 Best Indian Cookbook in the World.

About Nixta Taqueria Presents: From Tacos to Tahdig:

“The future of American food is found at Nixta, where Edgar Rico and Sara Mardanbigi combine Mexican, Persian, and American flavors to create one of the country’s most essential restaurants.”—Brian McGinn, director and executive producer of Chef’s Table

Sara Mardanbigi and Edgar Rico are proud hyphenated Americans: Iranian and Mexican, respectively. It’s their superpower and what they’ve built their award-winning restaurant Nixta Taqueria on. Pulling from their rich culinary heritages, they’ve done what first-genners do best—created delightful twists on Mexican, Iranian, and American classics. In Nixta Taqueria Presents: From Tacos to Tahdig, they sling tacos and tostadas, alongside platters of golden, fluffy rice; rich stewed meats; and so, so, so many herbs.

Nixta Taqueria Presents: From Tacos to Tahdig takes you through recipes from Edgar’s childhood in Visalia, California, with family dishes like Tortas de Milanesa de Pollo and Chicharrones en Salsa Verde. Then it’s Sara’s turn, sharing recipes from the Ozarks in Arkansas and family trips to Iran for Maman’s Fish with Kuku Sabzi and Ash Reshteh. Lastly, they bring it all together, showing the full-force beauty and surprising connection between the two cuisines with recipes like Smashburgers Al Pastor and Saffron Tres Leches.

More recipes include:

Nixta Taqueria’s legendary Duck Carnitas Tacos
Barbacoa Empanadas
Fesenjoon
Beet “Tartare” Tostada
And their famous cross-cultural recipe for rice pudding, Sholeh Zard

With over 100 recipes and stunning photography, Nixta Taqueria Presents: From Tacos to Tahdig is a celebration of where Edgar and Sara have come from and where they are now. Come along for the ride!

Pittock Mansion main entrance3229 NW Pittock Drive

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Pittock Garden Tuesday Volunteer Day

Join Portland Parks & Recreation in the garden every Tuesday, rain or shine, to tend to the plants on the grounds at Pittock Mansion. Spend a couple of hours with us, weeding, mulching, and planting throughout the garden. This is an exciting opportunity to help care for and learn about a unique collection of plants. Volunteers work alongside talented horticulturists and master gardeners.

New and experienced gardeners are welcome to join. We provide instruction and educational opportunities to help grow your gardening skills.

Please register before joining the volunteer day.

Site Accessibility
There are two restrooms in the garden and a water fountain. The garden is accessed by paved paths, which are flat and free of holes. Shade is limited in the garden and there are two to three benches in the area for sitting.

Parking and Transportation
Parking is located in the lot at Pittock Mansion, there are plenty of spots available during the volunteer work party. Parking passes will be provided, please have the Parking Kitty app downloaded on your phone.

Join Portland Parks & Recreation in the garden every Tuesday, rain or shine, to tend to the plants on the grounds at Pittock Mansion. Spend a couple of hours with us, weeding, mulching, and planting throughout the garden. This is an exciting opportunity to help care for and learn about a unique collection of plants. Volunteers work alongside talented horticulturists and master gardeners.

New and experienced gardeners are welcome to join. We provide instruction and educational opportunities to help grow your gardening skills.

Please register before joining the volunteer day.

Site Accessibility
There are two restrooms in the garden and a water fountain. The garden is accessed by paved paths, which are flat and free of holes. Shade is limited in the garden and there are two to three benches in the area for sitting.

Parking and Transportation
Parking is located in the lot at Pittock Mansion, there are plenty of spots available during the volunteer work party. Parking passes will be provided, please have the Parking Kitty app downloaded on your phone.