Let’s take a look at using the plant Plantain! This little groundcover genus, Plantago, is also known as ‘White Man’s Foot’. While it is not as invasive as other species I have focused on, it is plentiful and easily harvested. During this workshop, we will also be making salve using mainly plantain, oil, and beeswax. […]
Dragonfly Day is here! We’re celebrating our favorite flying friends with a bunch of fun activities that kids and adults will enjoy! Join us on Saturday, June 14th from 1pm – 3pm at Tegart Ponds in SW Gresham. You can… Try your hand at catching dragonflies Learn about differences between dragonflies and damselflies Make dragonfly […]
Explore the Wetland, enhance your observation skills, and engage all your senses in the process of nature journaling. The ELC is hosting a series of activities to introduce participants to the benefits and practice of Nature Journaling with a certified instructor. Join us on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month for Wonder Wednesday […]
This hands-on art class introduces you to the creative process of making resin jewelry using UV resin, pigments, polymer clay, and pressed natural elements. The workshop will begin with a casual nature walk to gather inspiration and learn about some PNW native plants before moving into the studio portion. Back inside you will explore fundamental […]
Join Angela from The Nature Atelier for a ceramic workshop that celebrates the beauty of plants and the coming of Spring. In this workshop we will make a vase infused with nature. You will turn a slab of clay into a usable work of art with the imprints of your favorite flowers and leaves just […]
Join us once a month and explore your creative nature here at World Forestry Center’s Discovery Museum with our friend at RAD Creative. From Forests in a Bottle to paper snails, seed shares, and fairy houses – tap into your creative side and make something memorable. This event is family-friendly, and crafts are geared toward […]
In this series of very beginner-friendly classes, students will learn the basics of mixing and painting with watercolor paints in popular colors for nature drawings. Registration required.
In this series of very beginner-friendly classes, students will learn the basics of mixing and painting with watercolor paints in popular colors for nature drawings. Registration required.
This program is full. If you are interested in joining the waitlist, please email programs@hoytarboretum.org. In this series of very beginner-friendly classes, students will learn the basics of mixing and painting with watercolor paints in popular colors for nature drawings. Using just a few paints, we will focus on creating a range of nature-inspired colors […]
Join Angela from The Nature Atelier for a ceramic workshop that celebrates the beauty of plants. This workshop draws inspiration from cyanotype prints to create functional plates using a variety of plant clippings. Participants will learn how to handbuild plates using pottery forms. After the plates are shaped, we will explore creating unique plant prints […]
Come weave with us! Join Master Weaver Celeste Whitewolf in her new project, Núun ken' witnéewit (our way of weaving), a series of weaving classes in the Friends of Tryon Creeks' new Education Pavillion. Spend the day with Celeste and leave with a finished piece! This class will focus on English Ivy weaving. We will […]
Celebrate Mother’s Day by crowning your inner queen! In this hands-on botanical crown workshop, you’ll design an ethereal, wearable piece using Pacific Northwest native foliage, and locally sourced fresh or dried seasonal flowers, while learning why native plants matter for our connection to our Mother Earth, our pollinators, and our urban habitats. We’ll slow down, […]
Join Park Ranger, Rhett, for a morning of gentle hiking and bird identification. Walks start at 8:15am and last up to two hours. Some routes and trails will involve hiking on moderately steep and muddy terrain. Bring your hot coffee and binocular, and plan to dive into the quiet intricacies of birding in the forest. […]
Connect with nature in a new way through flower pressing! In this beginner workshop, artist, Bri Rossi, will guide you through her tips and tricks for creating beautiful pressed plants. Each workshop attendee will […]
Join local author and science illustrator Audrey Sauble to learn about nature journaling at Tryon Creek. Each class will introduce a variety of tools and techniques, and participants will learn […]