Urban Nature Series
What: A series of outdoor activities emphasizing the natural beauty of Mt. Tabor Park and the importance of large urban forests in our everyday lives. Activities will include guided walks, nature presentations, and hands-on projects.
Activities take place outdoors in the park, so please dress for the weather.
Where: All activities will take place at Mt. Tabor Park and we meet at the bench in front of the Visitor's Center.
When: Most activities take place Sundays from 2–4 p.m. (see schedule below).
Registration: Please register here! Got questions? Email UrbanNatureSeries@gmail.com
Want to lead an event?: Submit your event or talk idea here and we'll be in touch!
Schedule
November 2024
4th Sunday of the month, 11/24, 2-4 pm
Northwest Geology - Paul Edison-Lahm
Have you ever wondered why there are RIVER ROCKS at the top of Mt. Tabor, a volcano? Portland is one of only three cities in the United States that has a volcano within its city limits. Do you worry that it might come back to life? Find out the answers to these and other questions you and others may have when we talk about the geological features of Mt. Tabor Park.
December 2024
1st Sunday of the month, 12/1, 2-4 pm
Winter Crafts - Lise Gervais
Winter crafting season is here! Come try your hand at making baskets, wreaths, etc. with invasive ivy, native Ponderosa pine, and other plants. Holiday sweaters, ugly or otherwise, are welcome.
2nd Sunday of the month, 12/8, 2-4 pm
Native Plants Walk
Get to know some of the plants you see along the trails at Mt. Tabor Park.
3rd Sunday of the month, 12/15, 2-3 pm
Natural History of Trees Walk - Rick Sany
Walk to several areas in the park and talk about the general biological characteristics of park trees and their cultural history.
4th Sunday of the month, 12/22, 2-4 pm
Northwest Geology - Paul Edison-Lahm
Have you ever wondered why there are RIVER ROCKS at the top of Mt. Tabor, a volcano? Portland is one of only three cities in the United States that has a volcano within its city limits. Do you worry that it might come back to life? Find out the answers to these and other questions you and others may have when we talk about the geological features of Mt. Tabor Park.