Explore Washington Park

Tree Time! Preschool Walk
2022-09-24 10:00 - 11:15, 2022-09-19 10:00 - 11:15, 2022-09-17 10:00 - 11:15, 2022-09-12 10:00 - 11:15, 2022-09-10 10:00 - 11:15, 2022-09-05 10:00 - 11:15, 2022-09-03 10:00 - 11:15 (America/Los_Angeles) | Hoyt Arboretum, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Tree Time! preschool walks are a safe and fun way to get outside with your little one. Come join us for a story and guided walk on the trails at Hoyt Arboretum.
We will use all of our senses to explore the natural surroundings and maybe even get our 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 for children ages 2-6 years old.
All children must be accompanied by a guardian (adults do not need to register).
The walks are held rain or shine so dress for the weather.
Non-Member Cost: $5.00, Member Cost: $3.00
If you qualify for an Oregon income assistance program, please email nina@hoytarboretum.org for details about further discounted program rates.

Saturday Crew – National Public Lands Day
2022-09-24 09:00 - 12:00 | Hoyt Arboretum, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Volunteer at Hoyt Arboretum for National Public Lands Day!
Care for Hoyt Arboretum’s trees and trails with a variety of hands-on stewardship projects. Projects vary for each crew depending on the needs of the season, but often include invasive species removal, weeding and mulching, trail maintenance, and more. With 189-acres and more than 6,000 trees along 12 miles of trails, volunteers are incredibly important to maintaining Hoyt Arboretum’s tree collection and trail system, and it’s a unique opportunity for volunteers to learn about and care for rare and unusual trees and plants from around the world.
Stewardship crews occur rain or shine; volunteers should come dressed for the weather including long pants and sturdy, closed-toed shoes.
Volunteers should plan to bring a water bottle, snacks, and sun protection.
No previous stewardship crew experience is required; training, tools, gloves, and volunteer parking passes are provided. Registration is required (crew size is limited).
Volunteers will meet at the worksite; exact meeting location details will be sent out prior to the crew date.
Volunteer Age Requirement
Volunteers must be at least 16-years-old. Volunteers between the ages of 16 and 17-years-old are welcome to volunteer without an adult, but an adult needs to sign their waiver form.
Questions? Please contact volunteer@hoytarboretum.org. Thank you for supporting Portland’s living museum of trees!

Fall Leaves Botanical Illustration
2022-09-24 09:00 - 11:00 | Hoyt Arboretum, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Whether you are a budding artist wanting to learn about botany or a plant lover eager to hone your botanical illustration skills, this class is for you! Instructor Ruth Williams will teach students the basics of botanical illustration as you observe the colors, shapes, and structures of delicate fall leaves.
Participants will walk to the Maple collection to make observations and gather fallen leaves. The walk is about 1 mile on sloping, paved and packed dirt trails. The second half of the class will be indoors at the Visitor Center library, where Ruth will guide students to draw, sketch, and paint what they have seen.
About the instructor: Ruth Williams is a consulting arborist and plant enthusiast with degrees in Horticulture and Landscape Architecture from UC Davis. She has been drawing and painting plants for 17 years. She teaches botanical illustration and plant identification classes at Hoyt.
Member Cost: $20.00, Non-Member Cost $25.00
If you qualify for an Oregon income assistance program, please email nina@hoytarboretum.org for details about further discounted program rates.

Tai Chi (outside)
2022-09-21 10:30 - 11:30, 2022-09-19 10:30 - 11:30, 2022-09-14 10:30 - 11:30, 2022-09-12 10:30 - 11:30, 2022-09-07 10:30 - 11:30, 2022-09-05 10:30 - 11:30 | Hoyt Arboretum, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Many tai chi moves use images from nature—stable as a pine, flowing like a river, hands moving as clouds. Enjoying tai chi in the Arboretum allows us to connect deeply to that imagery. Each week we will explore a few tai chi moves which are relaxing, help improve focus and balance, and nurture rooted in the moment. No experience is necessary, only an interest in exploring the many benefits of tai chi. Class size is limited to 10 participants; registration is required.
About the Instructor: Jim Dalton has been teaching Tai Chi for Better Balance for more than 15 years. He has worked in senior centers and recreational venues teaching QiGong and Mindful Movement workshops all over the city. During the last two years he sustained his practice with his students both outside and online. He continues to teach 2 or 3 classes per week, both beginning and intermediate level Tai Chi and QiGong.
Member Price: $5.00, Non-Member Price: $8.00 If you qualify for an Oregon income assistance program, please email nina@hoytarboretum.org for details about further discounted program rates.

Nature Journaling – 4 week series (in-person, outside)
2022-09-20 10:00 - 11:30, 2022-09-13 10:00 - 11:30 | Hoyt Arboretum, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Nature connection and creative expression meet in these weekly Nature Journaling experiences led by artist Elizabeth Higgins. With prompts and gentle guidance, students will explore a different area of the Arboretum each week, recording their observations and inspirations through writing and drawing exercises centered on themes of appreciation and curiosity. No experience is necessary.
Participants will meet in front of the Visitor Center and from there, hike out to various parts of the park with their materials. Most of the tour route will travel on well-graded packed dirt or gravel trails. The route is approximately 1 mile and will include some ups and downs along the way.
Bring a sketchbook, writing tools and any other painting or drawing supplies you enjoy using. Dress for the weather, and wear comfortable shoes for walking on trails. If you wish, please bring something small and lightweight to sit on the ground with, such as a towel or small blanket.
Pre-registration is required and includes all four dates: September 6, 13, 20, & 27
Non-Member cost: $65.00, Member Cost: $60.00
If you qualify for an Oregon income assistance program, please email nina@hoytarboretum.org for details about further discounted program rates.

Bird Discovery Walk
2022-09-18 09:00 - 11:00 | Hoyt Arboretum, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Discover the feathered friends who make their home at Hoyt Arboretum. You will search high and low with experienced birder Laura Whittemore as you learn how to identify common birds of Hoyt Arboretum by sight and sound. Learn where to look for certain species as well as what clues can be helpful when attempting to identify quick moving birds. No previous birding experience is required. Binoculars will be available to borrow.
About the instructor: Longtime birder and teacher Laura Whittemore loves to show beginners the tricks of the trade. She has taught classes for Portland Audubon and previously worked for Backyard Bird Shop. Laura holds a BA in Biology from Lewis and Clark College and has traveled in the US, Australia, South Africa, and Antarctica in search of birds.
Member Cost: $20.00, Non-Member Cost $25.00
If you qualify for an Oregon income assistance program, please email nina@hoytarboretum.org for details about further discounted program rates.

Forest Bathing
2022-09-17 13:00 - 15:00 | Hoyt Arboretum, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Experience a two-hour guided forest bathing walk through Hoyt Arboretum’s unique tree collection and forested areas. Forest Bathing (also known as Forest Therapy) offers many health benefits from stress relief to immune system and mood support.
Forest therapy is a research-based framework for supporting healing and wellness through immersion in forests and other natural environments. Forest therapy is inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku, which translates to “forest bathing.” Studies have demonstrated a wide array of health benefits, especially in the cardiovascular and immune systems, and for stabilizing and improving mood and cognition. We build on those benefits and look beyond, to what happens when people remember that we are a part of nature, not separate from it, and are related to all other beings in fundamental ways.
About the Instructor: Shawna Hartung is a certified guide through the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy. She has over 20 years of experience leading nature-based programs for youth and adults in the Pacific Northwest.
Member Cost: $20.00, Non-Member Cost $25.00
If you qualify for an Oregon income assistance program, please email nina@hoytarboretum.org for details about further discounted program rates.

Smithsonian Magizane Museum Day: World Forestry Center Discovery Museum
2022-09-17 11:00 - 16:00 | World Forestry Center, 4033 SW Canyon Rd., Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Museum Day is an annual celebration of boundless curiosity hosted by Smithsonian magazine. Participating museums and cultural institutions across the country provide free entry to anyone presenting a Museum Day ticket. Please register online ahead of time for your Museum Day ticket.
Where will your curiosity lead you this Museum Day?
Located in Portland’s forested Washington Park just steps from the MAX Light Rail, World Forestry Center’s Discovery Museum invites visitors to examine forests and consider all the ways they impact our lives.
The dramatic 20,000-square-foot wooden building has been a Portland icon since 1971. Visitors get a bird’s-eye view of a northwest forest, explore society’s connection to the woods, and learn about the challenges and opportunities facing this critical natural resource.
Exhibits
(Art Exhibit) Rethinking Fire: Explore wildfire through the intersection of science and art. Arizona-based Bryan David Griffith’s powerful artwork engages the complex issue of wildfire using evocative forms and simple materials. A must see.
(Community Engagement Exhibit) The Future of Forests: How are you connected to forests? Possibly in ways you didn’t realize. This new exhibit explores society’s connection to forests and asks for your feedback on World Forestry Center’s vision for the future. Check it out!

Natural Artists: Tree Prints (ages 5-8)
2022-09-17 10:00 - 11:00 | Hoyt Arboretum, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Explore the wonders of trees with an outdoor nature-inspired art class! This class will explore the texture of trees through various printmaking techniques using leaves, bark, and other eco-friendly art materials. We will look closely at trees in the Arboretum for inspiration and create unique works of art to bring home. This class is for children ages 5-8 (optional drop-off).
Registration is required
Fee includes supply costs
About the instructor: Angela Ruggles is a nature and art educator and certified yoga instructor (RYT 500 & RCYT). She is the founder of The Nature Atelier, where she explores art, movement, and the environment to inspire a passion for protecting the planet. Angela has a background in museum education and paleoethnobotany and is a self-taught artist. She received an MS in International Museum Studies and a MA in Anthropological Archaeology.
Member Cost: $18.00, Non-Member Cost $22.00
If you qualify for an Oregon income assistance program, please email nina@hoytarboretum.org for details about further discounted program rates.

Nature Educator Volunteer Training
2022-09-16 09:00 - 12:00, 2022-09-14 09:00 - 12:00 | Hoyt Arboretum, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Do you have a love of the outdoors and an interest in youth environmental education? Become a Nature Educator at Hoyt Arboretum! Nature Educators volunteer to lead ninety-minute field trips for elementary school-age students to introduce them to the wonders of nature and the science of trees through fun, hands-on activities.
Volunteer as a Nature Educator to learn:
* Best practices for leading field trips, including teaching tips, group management, and engagement activities;
* Basic ecology and botany along with techniques for engaging children outdoors;
* Good communication and public speaking skills.
Gain valuable experience working with children and teaching environmental education in an outdoor setting (all volunteers must pass a background check).
If you have questions, please contact volunteer@hoytarboretum.org or (503) 823-1649.

O-Tsukimi, the Moonviewing Festival
2022-09-11 19:30 - 21:30, 2022-09-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Portland Japanese Garden, 611 SW Kingston Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Moonviewing, or O-Tsukimi in Japanese, is the custom of gazing at the full moon and enjoying its sacred beauty. Portland Japanese Garden schedules this beloved annual tradition to coincide with the harvest moon, which occurs anytime from September to early October.
Start the evening with an intimate and peaceful stroll through the lantern-lit Garden. Take in authentic Japanese music. Catch up with friends, old and new. Enjoy a cup of tea as you watch the harvest moon rise above the city. There is no better place in Portland to share the romance and mystery of the full moon than from the eastern overlook of the Portland Japanese Garden Pavilion.
Due to the varying times of the moonrise, please note that the event start time is as follows:
Saturday, September 10th: 7:00-9:00pm (moonrise is at 8:06pm)
Sunday, September 11th: 7:30-9:30pm (moonrise at 8:26pm)
Tickets onsale to the General Public: August 10th. Member Cost: $50.00, Non-Member Cost: $65.00

Ceremony
2022-09-09 15:00 - 21:00 | Washington Park, 4033 SW Canyon Rd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Private Event

Portland Outdoor Forest School
2022-09-09 09:00 - 13:00 | Washington Park, 4033 SW Canyon Rd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Outdoor school

Tomodachi Kai
2022-09-09 08:00 - 21:00 | Washington Park, 4033 SW Canyon Rd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States

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2022-09-06 10:00 - 11:30 | Hoyt Arboretum, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States

Pacific Northwest Plants
2022-09-04 11:00 - 12:30 | Hoyt Arboretum, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Join environmental educator Roland Begin for a 90-minute easy-going walk among the native trees and shrubs of the Pacific Northwest. This tour will focus on basic plant identification, their seasonal cycles, as well as their many uses.
Public tours are held rain or shine. Dress for the weather, and wear comfortable shoes for walking on trails. The route is approximately 1 mile and will include some ups and downs along the way. Most of the tour route will travel on well-graded packed dirt or gravel trails.
Masks are not required for outdoor programs in Portland parks but are encouraged indoors. If you are feeling any COVID-19 symptoms, please stay safe and stay home.
Pacific Northwest Plants is a free guided tour, but registration is required (group size is limited). Meet at the Hoyt Arboretum Visitor Center.
