WALKING TOURS

Walking Tours

Led by local experts and outdoor enthusiasts, these tours introduce new and different ways to appreciate the richness of Hendricks Park. Topics covered by the tours include: forest ecology, rhododendron varieties in bloom, edible and medicinal plants, mushrooms, birding, habitat restoration, among others.

To participate in a tour, please sign up on the link provided below. This is optional, but helps us plan for the day.

Fall Walking Tours, 2024

Sunday

October 13, 2024
1:00 pm
Wilkins Shelter

Kalapuya Ways

Karen Rainsong, founder of Singing Creek Educational Center, has a passion for learning from and sharing the knowledge of the indigenous people of the Willamette Valley. Food, medicine, clothing, land stewardship, story-telling.

Sign-Up Here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4DAEAE2AA3FF2-51468404-kalapuya

Sunday

November 3,
1:00 pm
Wilkins Shelter

Mushrooms

Explore the diverse world of mushrooms with mycologist Joe Spivack. Mushroom enthusiasts will enjoy Joe’s wealth of knowledge while hiking along the park’s beautiful trails.

Sign-Up Here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4DAEAE2AA3FF2-51468792-mushrooms

Sunday

November 10, 2024
8:00 am
Wilkins Shelter

Birding!

Join birders and avian educators Donna Albino and Mieko Aoki for this early morning park stroll. Learn bird identification through observation of field markings, behaviors, songs and calls. Hear stories and lore about local birds.

Sign-Up Here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4DAEAE2AA3FF2-51468994-birding