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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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Beautiful Views! When: Thu Apr 02, 2015 8:30AM-5PM Where: Columbia River Gorge Meet at: Gresham City Hall 1333 NW Eastman Pwy Gresham, OR Get Map!

This will be a five-mile hike in the Columbia River Gorge east of White Salmon, Wash. We should see wildflowers and beautiful views of the river and mountains. Please bring lunch to eat on the trail. There is a new trailhead here, with ample parking and restrooms. You will need hiking boots and long pants, as there are ticks and poison oak along the trail. Walking poles are also recommended.

• Round-trip travel: 120 miles
• Difficulty: Strenuous
• Elevation gain: 1,200 feet
• Suggested donation per hiker: $12

Rain or Shine! When: Sat Apr 04, 2015 11AM-1:30PM Where: Greater Gresham Baptist Church 3848 NE Division St Gresham, OR Get Map!

Family Friendly Event!
Join us for an Easter Eggstravaganza, a free, family-friendly event with baskets, Peter Cottontail, games, prizes and treats galore. Lunch will also be available for purchase.

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Free Fresh Produce! When: Wed Apr 08, 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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Enjoy The Spring Colors When: Wed Apr 15, 2015 9AM-5PM Where: East Fork Lewis River Meet at: Gresham City Hall 1333 NW Eastman Pwy Gresham, OR Get Map!

This 3.5-mile hike begins at Holland America Bulb Farms in Woodland, Wash. We'll follow a dike trail above the farmland and the East Fork of the Lewis River. We will stop for a break at a boat launch before walking through the colorful tulip display garden. On our way to lunch at a local restaurant, we'll stop to tour the Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens (there is a $2 admission fee). Dress for the weather and bring water and a snack

• Round-trip travel: 76 miles
• Difficulty: Easy
• Elevation gain: Nominal
• Suggested donation per hiker: $8

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

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

Like to garden, but no place to grow? Reserve Your Spot Nadaka Nature Park community gardens will be open in time for the 2015 gardening season!

Hurry before they're gone!
The City of Gresham's community garden program is pleased to announce that the new Nadaka Nature Park & Garden will be open in time for the 2015 gardening season! Located at NE 175th & Glisan (Next to St Aidans Church), there will be a Grand Opening Celebration on April 4th. People who live or work within Gresham city limits (even if the mailing address says Portland) may register for a 200 sq ft plot for only $25/ season (limit 1 per household). Six ADA-Accessible raised beds are also available to gardeners with disabilities.

Details are available at: http://greshamoregon.gov/gardens. To register, go online to: https://apm.activecommunities.com/greshamoregon/Home or go in person to Gresham City Hall, 1333 NW Eastman Pky (Get Map!), first floor utilities desk.

Enjoy The Willamette River When: Thu Feb 05, 2015 9AM-5PM Where: Downtown Portland Meet at: Gresham City Hall 1333 NW Eastman Pwy Gresham, OR Get Map!

This approximately 3.5-mile hike covers both sides of the Willamette River between the Hawthorne and Burnside bridges. A short detour from the Hawthorne Bridge will take us to OMSI and the New Oregon Rail Heritage Center, where we will see four immense railroad locomotives and the railroad history of Portland and the Northwest. Admission to the Rail Museum is free; however, donations are appreciated.

• Round-trip travel: By TriMet MAX ($2 for those 65 and older)
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Elevation gain: 250 feet

After the walk we will stop at a local restaurant for lunch. Bring rain gear, warm clothing, water and a snack to eat on the hike. Sturdy walking shoes are recommended.