Writing haiku is for everyone! Haiku is a traditional, short form of Japanese poetry through which the poet conveys their experience of nature via a simple written formula. Using this simple formula, anyone can write haiku! This class introduces participants to classical haiku poetry, and guides them to write their own haiku poems while spending time in nature.
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Join FBC.PDX for a leisurely morning bird song walk around birding hotspot Whitaker Ponds. This outing is exclusively for for people who identify as BIPOC, queer, and or disabled. Beginner birders this event is also reserved for you, join in!
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Join FBC.PDX for a leisurely morning bird song walk around birding hotspot Whitaker Ponds. This outing is exclusively for for people who identify as BIPOC, queer, and or disabled. Beginner birders this event is also reserved for you, join in!
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Join Andrea Kreiner, a certified nature and forest therapy guide, for a slow and mindful sensory journey to connect with nature at the Bird Alliance of Oregon Wildlife Sanctuary.
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Join FBC.PDX for a leisurely morning bird song walk around birding hotspot Whitaker Ponds. This outing is exclusively for for people who identify as BIPOC, queer, and or disabled. Beginner birders this event is also reserved for you, join in!
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In this virtual class, we’ll focus on grassland and desert bird vocalizations, building upon skills and techniques covered in the Beginning Birding by Ear series.
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Join us on the Oregon Coast for a Big Sit to celebrate migratory birds!
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Join us for BIPOC only guided adventure into the outdoors – where we’ll explore the beauty and diversity of birdlife, and our cultural connections to the land and one another.
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Minnesota, the land of 10,000 lakes, is a premier birding location in June. We will enjoy many birds of the boreal forest in the north and also birds of the oak-hickory and oak-savannah forests of the St. Croix River floodplain. Join Stefan to experience the stunning beauty of this area and the unique birdlife of the north.
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Join us to explore the winged wonders that fly above our heads. From bugs to bats to birds, we will explore what’s unique about each of these animals’ wings and more!
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Learn how to find birds and observe their behavior in this action-packed camp that will take you all around the Portland area.
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Join us for a week of discovery with a team of budding scientists! With nets and buckets in hand, we will discover the mysterious critters that call Balch Creek their home!
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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!
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Embark on an unforgettable overnight adventure where you’ll find yourself at Marmot Cabin, a gem tucked into the Mount Hood Wilderness. For three nights and four days, this camp will take you on an immersive exploration into the unique ecology the Cascades. Sharpen your senses as we delve into the wonders of Mt. Hood National Forest and its surrounding ecosystems.
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This week is all about butterflies and their friends. We’ll head to the fields, forests and streams in Bird Alliance of Oregon’s Wildlife Sanctuary with nets, hand lenses, and our curious minds to see how many amazing butterflies, ladybugs, and other arthropods we can find. Make butterfly crafts, have ladybug races, and play bug games with your new friends.
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Discover the incredible world that lays beneath the waters edge as we uncover the secret world of Balch Creek with magnifying glasses and nets in hand.
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With it’s 5200 acres, Forest Park is a natural jewel waiting to be explored! As Forest Park Nature Detectives, we’ll scurry along the trails in search of the animals and plants that call Forest Park home! Learn how to read the signs that animals leave for us, which plants are useful to humans and animals and why Forest Park is such an important habitat to have right here in our city!
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Come join us on this conservation filled week as we visit local green spaces in search of wildlife in our city! Hear from our conservation team about what they do and how their work helps Portland’s wildlife and learn about all the ways you can help the animals in your own neighborhoods!
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Join in the practice of being inspired to create by the natural world! During this camp you will be able to nurture your creativity and connection with the natural world as we travel around to some inspiring Portland green spaces!
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Spend a week exploring our magical trails, listening and searching for fairies, gnomes and other hidden creatures!
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Engage all your senses as we discover the world of plants as we eat, feel and smell our way through the forest!
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Join us as we learn about all of the wonderful ways that animals interact with nature using their spectacular adaptations! Learn about what it takes to be a nature superhero by investigating pelts and skulls, searching the sanctuary for signs of animals and learning how they engineer and alter their ecosystem. We will take what we learned and create our very own comic book, bringing nature’s superheroes to life!
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Join us for a week of exploration and discovery as we delve into the world of one of Oregon’s most iconic keystone species: the salmon. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural significance of salmon and gain a deeper understanding of their pivotal role in our ecosystem and the challenges they face.
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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!
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Join us for a week of discovery with a team of budding scientists! With nets and buckets in hand, we will discover the mysterious critters that call Balch Creek their home!
See Details
Join us to explore the winged wonders that fly above our heads. From bugs to bats to birds, we will explore what’s unique about each of these animals’ wings and more!
See Details
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!
See Details
Learn how to find birds and observe their behavior in this action-packed camp that will take you all around the Portland area.
See Details
Embark on an unforgettable overnight adventure where you’ll find yourself at Marmot Cabin, a gem tucked into the Mount Hood Wilderness. For three nights and four days, this camp will take you on an immersive exploration into the unique ecology the Cascades. Sharpen your senses as we delve into the wonders of Mt. Hood National Forest and its surrounding ecosystems.
See Details
Join Andrea Kreiner, a certified nature and forest therapy guide, for a slow and mindful sensory journey to connect with nature at the Bird Alliance of Oregon Wildlife Sanctuary.
See Details
This week is all about butterflies and their friends. We’ll head to the fields, forests and streams in Bird Alliance of Oregon’s Wildlife Sanctuary with nets, hand lenses, and our curious minds to see how many amazing butterflies, ladybugs, and other arthropods we can find. Make butterfly crafts, have ladybug races, and play bug games with your new friends.
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Discover the incredible world that lays beneath the waters edge as we uncover the secret world of Balch Creek with magnifying glasses and nets in hand.
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With it’s 5200 acres, Forest Park is a natural jewel waiting to be explored! As Forest Park Nature Detectives, we’ll scurry along the trails in search of the animals and plants that call Forest Park home! Learn how to read the signs that animals leave for us, which plants are useful to humans and animals and why Forest Park is such an important habitat to have right here in our city!
See Details
Come join us on this conservation filled week as we visit local green spaces in search of wildlife in our city! Hear from our conservation team about what they do and how their work helps Portland’s wildlife and learn about all the ways you can help the animals in your own neighborhoods!
See Details
Join in the practice of being inspired to create by the natural world! During this camp you will be able to nurture your creativity and connection with the natural world as we travel around to some inspiring Portland green spaces!
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Spend a week exploring our magical trails, listening and searching for fairies, gnomes and other hidden creatures!
See Details
Join us as we learn about all of the wonderful ways that animals interact with nature using their spectacular adaptations! Learn about what it takes to be a nature superhero by investigating pelts and skulls, searching the sanctuary for signs of animals and learning how they engineer and alter their ecosystem. We will take what we learned and create our very own comic book, bringing nature’s superheroes to life!
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Engage all your senses as we discover the world of plants as we eat, feel and smell our way through the forest!
See Details
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!
See Details
Join us for a week of exploration and discovery as we delve into the world of one of Oregon’s most iconic keystone species: the salmon. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural significance of salmon and gain a deeper understanding of their pivotal role in our ecosystem and the challenges they face.
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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!
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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
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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!
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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.
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Spend the week backpacking on the Olympic Coast Peninsula!
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Join us for a week of discovery with a team of budding scientists! With nets and buckets in hand, we will discover the mysterious critters that call Balch Creek their home!
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Join us to explore the winged wonders that fly above our heads. From bugs to bats to birds, we will explore what’s unique about each of these animals’ wings and more!
See Details
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!
See Details
Learn how to find birds and observe their behavior in this action-packed camp that will take you all around the Portland area.
See Details
Embark on an unforgettable overnight adventure where you’ll find yourself at Marmot Cabin, a gem tucked into the Mount Hood Wilderness. For three nights and four days, this camp will take you on an immersive exploration into the unique ecology the Cascades. Sharpen your senses as we delve into the wonders of Mt. Hood National Forest and its surrounding ecosystems.
See Details
Join Andrea Kreiner, a certified nature and forest therapy guide, for a slow and mindful sensory journey to connect with nature at the Bird Alliance of Oregon Wildlife Sanctuary.
See Details
This week is all about butterflies and their friends. We’ll head to the fields, forests and streams in Bird Alliance of Oregon’s Wildlife Sanctuary with nets, hand lenses, and our curious minds to see how many amazing butterflies, ladybugs, and other arthropods we can find. Make butterfly crafts, have ladybug races, and play bug games with your new friends.
See Details
Discover the incredible world that lays beneath the waters edge as we uncover the secret world of Balch Creek with magnifying glasses and nets in hand.
See Details
With it’s 5200 acres, Forest Park is a natural jewel waiting to be explored! As Forest Park Nature Detectives, we’ll scurry along the trails in search of the animals and plants that call Forest Park home! Learn how to read the signs that animals leave for us, which plants are useful to humans and animals and why Forest Park is such an important habitat to have right here in our city!
See Details
Come join us on this conservation filled week as we visit local green spaces in search of wildlife in our city! Hear from our conservation team about what they do and how their work helps Portland’s wildlife and learn about all the ways you can help the animals in your own neighborhoods!
See Details
Join in the practice of being inspired to create by the natural world! During this camp you will be able to nurture your creativity and connection with the natural world as we travel around to some inspiring Portland green spaces!
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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.
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Spend a week exploring our magical trails, listening and searching for fairies, gnomes and other hidden creatures!
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Join us as we learn about all of the wonderful ways that animals interact with nature using their spectacular adaptations! Learn about what it takes to be a nature superhero by investigating pelts and skulls, searching the sanctuary for signs of animals and learning how they engineer and alter their ecosystem. We will take what we learned and create our very own comic book, bringing nature’s superheroes to life!
See Details
Engage all your senses as we discover the world of plants as we eat, feel and smell our way through the forest!
See Details
Join us for a week of exploration and discovery as we delve into the world of one of Oregon’s most iconic keystone species: the salmon. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural significance of salmon and gain a deeper understanding of their pivotal role in our ecosystem and the challenges they face.
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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!
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The Rio Grande Valley in December offers Whooping Crane encounters and a unique combination of wintering shorebirds and warblers and year-round highlights like the Green Jay and Plain Chachalaca. We’ll be on the look out for a few possible rarities like Roadside Hawk, Golden-crowned Warbler, and Crimson-collared Grosbeak, that stop over in this season, and we’ll get to know the abundance of butterflies that visit the Valley as well. If you haven’t done any butterflying, it’s time to start! This trip will be a lovely escape from the start of Oregon’s rainy season. 170+ birds species are possible!
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