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Spring Into Nature Festival

Sahalee Park 1-99 SE 7th St, Madras, OR, United States

Join the Children's Forest of Central Oregon and our partners for the Spring Into Nature Festival in Madras this May!  The Spring Into Nature Festival celebrates the many ways that we all connect with nature. The event will provide something for everyone, including nature arts and crafts, STEM activities, outdoor recreation, music, food, and more. Bring your […]

Free

IN PERSON: Children’s Forest Teacher Focus Group

McMenamin's Old Saint Francis School Pub 700 NW Bond Street, Bend, OR, United States

The Children's Forest and our partners invite K-8th grade teachers to join us for an hour of connection and discussion about engaging students in outdoor learning. We invite teachers with all levels of experience with field trips and outdoor learning. Tuesday, May 16 4:30-5:30 PM McMenamin's Old Saint Francis School Pub Beverages and appetizers provided […]

Free

VIRTUAL: Children’s Forest Teacher Focus Group

Virtual via Zoom

The Children’s Forest and our partners invite K-8th grade teachers to join us for an hour of connection and discussion about engaging students in outdoor learning. We invite teachers with all levels of experience with field trips and outdoor learning. Tuesday, May 23 4:30-5:30 PM Zoom (link will be sent after registration) Teachers will receive […]

Free

VIRTUAL Workshop: Supporting Gender Expansive and Transgender Youth

Zoom

The TransActive Gender Project is based in Portland and provides a holistic range of services and expertise to empower transgender and gender expansive children, youth, and their families to live healthy lives that are free of discrimination. Workshop participants will gain a better understanding of gender identity development, cultural gender myths, and stereotypes and their impact on […]

Free – $15

IN-PERSON Workshop: Supporting Gender Expansive and Transgender Youth

TBD

The TransActive Gender Project is based in Portland and provides a holistic range of services and expertise to empower transgender and gender expansive children, youth, and their families to live healthy lives that are free of discrimination. Workshop participants will gain a better understanding of gender identity development, cultural gender myths, and stereotypes and their impact on […]

Free – $30

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Redmond: Kids On-the-Move

American Legion Park 850 SW Rimrock Way, Redmond, OR, United States

Join OSU-Extension Service and the Children’s Forest of Central Oregon for a family program focused on outdoor exploration, fun physical activity, and nutrition. Families will receive a Nature Kit, plus weekly healthy snack ingredients.  Advance registration is strongly encouraged here. Thursdays, June 22 - July 13 11:00 am-12:00 noon American Legion Park, Redmond Ages 0-5, with […]

Free
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Prineville: Storytime in the Park

Multiple locations OR, United States

Join Crook County Library and the Children’s Forest of Central Oregon for Storytime in the Park this summer.  We’ll share stories, games, arts and crafts, and hands-on activities for budding scientists.  Each week we’ll meet in a different park, exploring a new nature theme.  Geared for ages 4-7, but all ages are welcome. June 23-July […]

Free

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La Pine: Kids On-the-Move

La Pine Park and Recreation District 16405 1st Street, La Pine, OR, United States

Join OSU-Extension Service and the Children’s Forest of Central Oregon for a family program focused on outdoor exploration, fun physical activity, and nutrition. Families will receive a Nature Kit, plus weekly healthy snack ingredients.  Advance registration is strongly encouraged here. Tuesdays, June 20 - August 1 (no program July 4) 10:00-11:00 AM Heritage Park, La Pine […]

Free

Forest Classroom Teacher Workshop

Skyliners Lodge 16125 Skyliners Road, Bend, OR, United States

Interested in connecting your students with all of the benefits that time outdoors provides? Join us for a fun day in the forest that will help you build your own Forest Classroom program.   Thursday, February 8, 2024 9:00 am – 3:30 pm Skyliner Lodge, Bend Audience:  Kindergarten – 2nd grade teachers Cost:  Free, with […]

Free