Northeast (NE)

Join Metro at Scouters Mountain Nature Park to plant native plants along the hiking trails. All tools and supplies provided.

To protect plants, wildlife and people, Metro does not allow pets at most regional parks and natural areas. For a list of locations where dogs are allowed on leash, review the pets policy page.

Metro is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Oregon’s disability laws. Service animals are welcome at all Metro properties per Oregon Revised Statute, Chapter 659A.143 and federal law. The term “service animal” does not include pets, emotional support or therapy animals.

This event is full, but you can still join the waitlist.

This workshop is intended for participants who have taken the introductory course, Fly fishing: Learn the basics with fisheries biologist and educator Anna Le. In this course, we’ll learn about reading water to find fish, examining macroinvertebrates up close, knot tying, and instruction in land-based and water-based casting and retrieving. Personalized instructions will focus on using fly fishing as a tool and conversation starter to better understand freshwater aquatic ecosystems by connecting with streams, lakes, rivers, fish, and insects, and on how to better conserve these places as anglers and stewards. Materials provided.

Note: no fishing or in-water activities will occur during this workshop.

Cost: free; parking fee $5/car, $7/van or bus
Ages: 7 years and older. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Difficulty: easy

To protect plants, wildlife and people, Metro does not allow pets at most regional parks and natural areas. For a list of locations where dogs are allowed on leash, review the pets policy page.

Metro is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Oregon’s disability laws. Service animals are welcome at all Metro properties per Oregon Revised Statute, Chapter 659A.143 and federal law. The term “service animal” does not include pets, emotional support or therapy animals.

This event is full, but you can still join the waitlist.

Bilingual! In this class, we will explore the colors of corn and Mexican marigold, both native Mexican plants cultivated in Portland, which adorn and honor our transcended ancestors. We will learn about their use in art and how to create beautiful, eco-friendly artworks rooted in the worldview of ancient Mexico regarding death and its relationship with the earth.

Cost: free
Ages: 7 years and older. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Difficulty: easy
Advanced registration is required. Space is limited.

To protect plants, wildlife and people, Metro does not allow pets at most regional parks and natural areas. For a list of locations where dogs are allowed on leash, review the pets policy page.

Metro is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Oregon’s disability laws. Service animals are welcome at all Metro properties per Oregon Revised Statute, Chapter 659A.143 and federal law. The term “service animal” does not include pets, emotional support or therapy animals.

This event is full, but you can still join the waitlist.

Join local nature educator Gladys Ruiz on a journey to explore the ways we have forged relationships with birds. We will utilize our natural abilities as we challenge conventional notions of birding and share stories of birds, migration and community.

Cost: free
Ages: all ages. Minors must be accompanied by adults.
Difficulty: easy

To protect plants, wildlife and people, Metro does not allow pets at most regional parks and natural areas. For a list of locations where dogs are allowed on leash, review the pets policy page.

Metro is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Oregon’s disability laws. Service animals are welcome at all Metro properties per Oregon Revised Statute, Chapter 659A.143 and federal law. The term “service animal” does not include pets, emotional support or therapy animals.

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.

Cost: Free
Ages: All ages. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Difficulty: Moderate

This is a drop-in event; no registration required.

To protect plants, wildlife and people, Metro does not allow pets at most regional parks and natural areas. For a list of locations where dogs are allowed on leash, review the pets policy page.

Metro is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Oregon’s disability laws. Service animals are welcome at all Metro properties per Oregon Revised Statute, Chapter 659A.143 and federal law. The term “service animal” does not include pets, emotional support or therapy animals.