Let’s use our senses to learn more about the forest! Each day of camp will promise a new adventure as we use taste, touch, smell, hearing, and sight to explore our Sanctuary. From foraging for berries to feeling the textures of leaves and bark, every moment will be filled with hands-on discovery and interactive learning.
Have you ever stopped to smell the flowers, or have been eating a berry and wondered how they got here? Come and learn all about the different pollinators that live right here in our Sanctuary and are vital to our ecosystem! With magnifying glasses in hand, we will search the Sanctuary for these important creatures, learn about some of the not so known pollinators, and learn about how pollination works!
Join us for an adventure at our magical Nature Sanctuary in Forest Park, where we will focus on the majestic world of trees and other plants (did you know our Sanctuary has the second tallest tree in Portland?)! Through hands-on activities, nature walks, and interactive activities, you will delve into the fascinating realm of arboreal wonders, learning about different tree species, their lifecycle, and the vital roles they play in our ecosystem
Get ready to spread your wings on an epic 4-day birding trip! We’re hitting up the coolest spots, from the beach to the peaks, tagging along with our expert educators who are self-proclaimed bird nerds.
Join us for an exciting week of exploration as we journey to local green spaces and delve into the diverse range of conservation initiatives in our city!
Join us for an exciting week of exploration as we journey to local green spaces and delve into the diverse range of conservation initiatives in our city!
Join us for an exciting week of exploration as we journey to local green spaces and delve into the diverse range of conservation initiatives in our city!
Rock out at our geology camp! Join us for a thrilling journey into the world of geology with hands-on activities, engaging lessons, and outdoor explorations. From rock identification, the process of erosion to learning about the rich geological history of how our local landscapes were shaped, our adventures will delve into the fascinating world of geology. Get ready to become a geologist and uncover the secrets of the earth beneath your feet!
Let’s learn how to protect the planet together with your campmates in Earth Protectors! Together we will learn from expert naturalists about how to help the animals and habitats in our own backyard and then put that learning into practice!