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Oaks Ecology Through the Seasons
Looking to deepen your connection with the ecology of the Arboretum? Want to support the continuation of accessible adult nature education in our community? Join our immersive fundraiser series, "Oak Ecology Through The Seasons", where you'll witness the fascinating life of oak tree habitat across all four seasons. Through intimate 2-hour sessions in Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter, you'll develop an appreciation and understanding for our endangered oak habitats.
Your participation helps keep our community education programs financially accessible to all. By investing $500 in this unique series, you're not only gaining valuable ecological knowledge but also supporting inclusive nature education in our community.
Perfect for nature enthusiasts, lifelong learners, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of our natural world. Reserve your spot today and be part of sustaining environmental education for everyone.
April 25th 10am - 1pm
Wildflowers and their pollinators in oak habitat, led by August Jackson
July 25th 10am - 1pm
Oak galls and their inhabitants, led by Kevin House
Nov 7th 10am - 12pm
Fantastic Fungi of oak habitats, led by August Jackson
January 9th 10am - 12pm
Lichens of Oregon white oaks, led by August Jackson
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Join our Board of Directors!
Do you believe everyone in our community deserves access to the outdoors? Are you committed to ensuring native plant habitats continue to thrive?
Mount Pisgah Arboretum is actively recruiting new members for our Board of Directors to help fulfill our mission of engaging people with nature through interactive learning and stewardship.
Board members are dedicated volunteers who:
- Attend monthly board meetings
- Serve on committees
- Support fundraising efforts
- Provide financial oversight and strategic guidance
Prospective board members are required to observe a board meeting before applying. Upcoming opportunities are March 16 and April 20 from 6:00–7:30 pm. The application deadline is May 4.
To learn more, please email president@mountpisgaharboretum.org
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Earth Day
Work Party!
Wednesday, April 22nd
3:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Show up for the land! Celebrate Earth Day by removing invasive plants at Mount Pisgah Arboretum. Help heal and restore our native habitats!
Drop in anytime between 3:30 and 6:30. No experience required. We will provide all tools and materials. Open to groups and individuals of all ages. Snacks provided.
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TransWild Forest Frolic
Saturday, April 25th
12 PM - 5 PM
Join TransPonder, Cascadia Wildlands, and Mount Pisgah Arboretum for an afternoon of nature, fun, and community!
Enjoy performances, activities, workshops, learn from community organizations, and more!
This is a free, all ages event. Anyone comfortable in a trans and queer-centered space is welcome to attend!
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Upcoming Nature Tours
All guided tours start at the Mount Pisgah Arboretum Education Building. Pre-registration is required. Members and kids under 4 are FREE, Non-Members $5 per person.
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April Bird Tour
Sunday, April 12th 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Join Mieko Aoki and Julia Siporin for another monthly bird tour intended for people with all levels of birding experience. We’ll use vocalizations, habitat, and behavior clues for identification of our year-round residents and spring migrants. Come discover the Arboretum’s avian diversity!
Birds, Bees, Butterflies, and Blooms Tour
Sunday, April 26th 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Join Bruce Newhouse for the annual 4 Bs tour - an exploration of the Birds, Bees, Butterflies, and Blooms of the Arboretum. Don't miss this opportunity to learn about the organisms that make springtime at Mount Pisgah special.
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Introducing Weekly Office Volunteering!
Every Wednesday, Starting April 15th 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Come by the Arboretum on Wednesday afternoons to help with office tasks like mailing and rolling festival posters.
No experience is required to volunteer. We will provide you with a parking pass. Volunteers should be comfortable with repetitive tasks and writing.
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Upcoming Work Parties
Become a steward of the Arboretum by helping us improve and maintain our facilities and habitat during our Work Parties!
During Work Parties, volunteers help us keep our trails, facilities, and park clean, accessible, and beautiful! No experience is required to volunteer on these days, and we will provide tools, gloves, and a parking pass.
All work parties meet at the bottom of the parking lot near the shop (just past the bright orange trailer).
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Wildflower Garden Work Party
Saturday, March 28th 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Help us maintain our Wildflower Garden and enhance visitor experience by clearing out undesirable species throughout the area, resurfacing trails, and prepping beds for future plantings.
Tuesday Tenders Weekly Work Party
Every Tuesday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Starting April 7th
Help us care for the Arboretum and keep trail conditions good! At these weekly work parties, volunteers will tackle tasks like light weeding, vegetation management along trails, mulching and watering plantings, etc.
Jette Trail Work Party
Saturday, April 11th 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Come by the Arboretum this Saturday, April 11th between 9-12 for our monthly Trail Work Party! During Trail Work Parties, volunteers to help us keep our trails, facilities, and park clean, accessible, and beautiful!
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Get Involved
Want to make a difference in other ways? We are always looking for nature guides, trail stewards, park ambassador volunteers, and many other roles. Let's talk about how you can get involved with the Arboretum.
Learn more about some of the opportunities here.
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Adopt the Patricia Baker Wildflower Garden
Get outside and volunteer! Can your group or workplace adopt maintenance of the Arboretum's Wildflower Garden?
The adopting group will be supported by staff to maintain the garden through 2-4 work parties each year. Tasks will include removing undesirable species, planting native plants, mulching beds, and maintaining the adjacent Riverbank Trail.
This is a great opportunity to care for the land, tune into seasonal change, build strong relationships, and feel satisfaction in your work, all while supporting the Arboretum!
If you're interested, email volunteer@mountpisgaharboretum.org
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Enchoria Lacteata
"One sure sign of spring at Mount Pisgah is also sure to frustrate anyone trying to get a close look at it: the flitting figure of an Enchoria lacteata moth. These daytime fliers are all over some of the wooded areas lately, but they rarely rest. "
Read more about Enchoria lacteata in our latest blog post by Karen Richards.
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White Oak Pavilion, Dates Available in July 2026!
Getting married, hosting a party, or looking for a retreat space in 2026 or 2027? Dates are filling up fast to book our White Oak Pavilion, so reach out now to reserve your spot in this unforgettable venue.
To book or learn more, please email
events@mountpisgaharboretum.org
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Become a Site Intern!
Spend your fall outdoors and build experience with habitat restoration, trail and park maintenance, plant identification, land stewardship, and all sorts of facilities projects. Our interns have fun and are eligible for credit.
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In-Kind Wishlist
Straw Bales
We reuse straw bales year after year for our festival seating and many of our trusty bales have worn out. Contact us if you have spare straw bales and we can let you know where to drop them off. If you anticipate having extra straw bales in the future, please let us know.
Thank you for making our espresso machine dreams come true!
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Explore the Arboretum on a Track Chair
We are proud to host two all-terrain track chairs through the organization David's Chair. They are free to use and can be reserved in advance through our website or by calling our office.
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