Environmental Education

Program

We offer outdoor programs that focus on stewardship and nature connection. All programs meet in our parks and natural areas. For children and families, we have field trips, summer camps, and guided walks. For teens and young adults, we have stewardship, nature education, and jobs in natural areas.

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Environmental Education Employment

Environmental Education Employment and Volunteering

Youth Conservation Crew kayaking on the Willamette River

Youth Conservation Crew (ages 14-18)

Crafts at Nature Day Camp

Nature Day Camp (ages 5–12)

Young children on a ladybug walk explore an old log.

Ladybug Nature Walks | Public Walks (ages 0-6 with adult)

Ladybug Nature Walks

Ladybug Nature Walks | Custom Group Walks (ages 2-6)

Teen Nature Team at Wilkes Creek

Teen Nature Team (TNT) - (grades 6-8)

Educator leading game at field trip at Powell Butte

School Field Trips | Guided Walks | Custom Nature Programs

Bee on a blossom

Nature Activities (At-Home Resources)

A raven sitting in a Portland park.

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Image of 2019 Hula for Keiki class

Register for a class or activity

Equity and Civil Rights

Contact

Gina Dake

Environmental Education Supervisor

Gina.Dake@portlandoregon.gov

503-823-2525TTY

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Karen Chao

Coordinator for Environmental Education - Teen Nature Team

karen.chao@portlandoregon.gov

Kevin Pozzi

Interim Coordinator - Youth & Family Programs

kevin.pozzi@portlandoregon.gov

Rose Ramirez

Coordinator for Environmental Education - Camps and Classes

Rose.Ramirez@portlandoregon.gov

Mailing address

PP&R Environmental Education

2909 SW 2nd Avenue
Portland, OR 97201

Events

No Ivy Day 2023

SAVE THE DATE for our 20th annual No Ivy Day event on October 28, 2022.

October 28, 2023 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Volunteer Event

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