August 19, 2026Buxton, ORJoin this immersive workshop focused on the wide range of forest products — from timber to non-timber forest products — while exploring their role in small-scale forestry. This hands-on experience provides practical, place-based strategies and opportunities to learn directly from small woodland owners and university experts. Participants will engage in interactive activitiesContinue Reading

New!August 21, 2026Cannon Beach, ORSpend the day with us at Cannon Beach for a hands-on workshop where we’ll use Project WILD’s Flying WILD guide to explore coastal birds and ecosystems along Oregon’s coast. Experience engaging, standards-aligned activities that connect wildlife, habitats and human impact. Gain ready-to-use strategies and resources to support student-centered inquiry, outdoor learning and environmentalContinue Reading

August 25, 2026Newport, ORStep into the coastal rainforest and discover how close observation can lead to deeper scientific understanding. This hands-on workshop invites educators to explore ways of transforming nature journaling into a powerful tool for inquiry, sensemaking, and place-based learning — set within the rich landscapes of Yakona Nature Preserve.Audience: 7th-9th grade educators, formal andContinue Reading

September 25, 2026Oregon City, ORThis interactive workshop examines the link between food waste and climate change through hands-on activities, expert demonstrations and group discussions, highlighting how waste reduction can conserve resources, cut greenhouse gas emissions, save money and improve food security. Participants will explore Oregon-specific policies, school initiatives and best practices while gaining classroom-ready resourcesContinue Reading

September 26, 2026Portland, ORSpend a Saturday with us exploring how to support learners' connection with their local watersheds and wildlife. This workshop brings together educators to reimagine watershed education with accessibility, creativity, and inclusivity in mind. We'll explore strategies for engaging diverse learners and use the Aquatic WILD curriculum to try out adaptable activities, and more!Materials provided:ProjectContinue Reading

November 3 and November 10, 2026Online or Medford, ORJoin us online or in-person on two afternoons to discover how to sharpen your outdoor lesson focus and improve the delivery strategies you’ll apply in the field. Through visible, student-centered objectives, we’ll shift instructor-led lessons back toward the learners, as they engage in science in-action. Through thisContinue Reading