Seasonal

Simply Awesome! When: Tue Jun 23, 2015 8:30AM-3PM Where: Crystal Springs, Reed Canyon Meet at: Gresham City Hall 1333 NW Eastman Pwy Gresham, OR Get Map!

This 4.5-mile hike includes a variety of scenery and interests. We will start at the Eastmoreland Golf Course parking lot and walk up the Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden, where we will find a maze of short pathways with a spectacular variety of rhododendrons and azaleas, as well as the opportunity to view the many species of waterfowl that are attracted to the Crystal Springs Lake. From the garden, we will cross 28th Avenue and walk the loop trail in Reed Canyon. After exiting Reed Canyon, we will walk through neighborhoods around Reed College, viewing a variety of beautiful homes and manicured properties as we loop back to the golf course parking lot.

• Round-trip travel: 24 miles
• Difficulty: Easy/moderate
• Elevation gain: 145 feet
• Suggested donation per hiker: $3

The trails are mostly flat and easy to navigate, but there are some steps in the garden, and we will travel down into and out of Reed Canyon by a series of steps (we will go into and out of the canyon twice for a total of four sets of stairs. After the hike we will have lunch at the Eastmoreland Golf Course restaurant. Bring a snack and water. Good walking shoes or hiking boots are recommended.

Free Fresh Produce! When: Wed Jun 24, 2015 3PM-5:30PM Where: Highland Elementary 295 NE 24th St Gresham, OR Get Map!

Under Cover, Rain or Shine!
Through a partnership with the Oregon Food Bank, the SUN Program at Highland Elementary School provides free fruits and vegetables to the community on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month. Everyone in the community is invited to shop at the market and receive free produce -- there are no income verification or identification requirements. Bring reusable shopping bags if you have them!

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Beautiful Views! When: Wed MAy 06, 2015 8:30AM-5PM Where: Larch Mountain Loop Meet at: Gresham City Hall 1333 NW Eastman Pwy Gresham, OR Get Map!

This is a 6.2-mile hike in old-growth forest along Multnomah Creek, which is the headwaters of Multnomah Falls. We will hike around the crater in a forest of Western Hemlock and Douglas Fir. Some of the trees are as old as 400 years.

• Round-trip travel: 50 miles
• Difficulty: Moderate/difficult
• Elevation gain: 1,200 feet
• Suggested donation per hiker: $6

Hiking boots and poles are recommended, and footing may be slippery in places. Bring lunch as we'll stop to eat at the picnic tables at the top before we start our descent back to the cars.

Located in the NE corner of the Gresham KMart parking lot bordered by Eastman Pky and NW Burnside Rd

Historic Piedmont & Woodlawn When: Thu May 07, 2015 6PM-8PM Meet: Outside the south entry to Peninsula Park Community Center NE Albina St & Rosa Parks Way Get Map! Cost: Free

Let's Go Walking!
Join us on another great Ten Toe Express walk throughout inner-city Portland sponsored by the Portland Bureau of Transportation. The Ten Toe Express program is a series of guided walks held Thursdays @ 6PM and Saturdays @ 9AM from May 07th through September 19th 2015.

Each easy and informal Ten Toe Express walk explores the area neighborhood, architecture and unique history. Walk takes about 2 hours, cover 2-4 miles and are open to all ages and skill levels. Did we mention it's free!

Opening Day 2015! Saturdays May thru October! When: Every Saturday, 8:30AM-2PM Where: NW Miller & Third St Historic Downtown Gresham, OR Get Map!

Fresh & Local
Shoppers will find all-natural meats and cheeses, fresh-picked produce, nursery stock and fresh-cut flowers, hand-crafted jewelry, soaps, artwork, and much more. Live music and food are always part of the market.

Located on Northwest Miller Avenue between Second and Third Street 8:30AM to 2PM each Saturday now through Oct. 25.

Located in the NE corner of the Gresham KMart parking lot bordered by Eastman Pky and NW Burnside Rd

Free Fresh Produce! When: Wed May 13, 2015 3PM-5:30PM Where: Highland Elementary 295 NE 24th St Gresham, OR Get Map!

Under Cover, Rain or Shine!
Through a partnership with the Oregon Food Bank, the SUN Program at Highland Elementary School provides free fruits and vegetables to the community on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month. Everyone in the community is invited to shop at the market and receive free produce -- there are no income verification or identification requirements. Bring reusable shopping bags if you have them!

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Slabtown When: Sat May 16, 2015 9AM-11AM Meet: The Fields Park NW Overton St and 10th Ave Get Map! Cost: Free

Let's Go Walking!
Join us on another great Ten Toe Express walk throughout inner-city Portland sponsored by the Portland Bureau of Transportation. The Ten Toe Express program is a series of guided walks held Thursdays @ 6PM and Saturdays @ 9AM from May 07th through September 19th 2015.

Each easy and informal Ten Toe Express walk explores the area neighborhood, architecture and unique history. Walk takes about 2 hours, cover 2-4 miles and are open to all ages and skill levels. Did we mention it's free!

Tour Local Naturescapes When: Sat May 16, 2015 11AM-4PM Where: East Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation District 5211 N Williams Av Get Map!

Local Tour
Enjoy behind-the-scenes access to naturescaped yards and gardens that are bursting with color and creativity on this free, self-guided tour. The yard tour is a unique opportunity to meet the do-it-yourself gardeners who have created low-maintenance landscapes featuring native plants, wildlife attractors and water conservation, all without relying on synthetic fertilizers or pesticides.

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