Leisure

Free! Guided Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Gresham: Sat Apr 12, 2014 11:00AM-12:45PM

04/12/2014 - 11:00am
04/12/2014 - 12:45pm
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Free! Guided Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Gresham: Sat Apr 12, 2014 11:00AM-12:45PM. Info here!
Gresham Historical Society. Click to view.

Let's Go Walking!

When: Sat Apr 12, 2014 11AM-12:45PM
Where: Meet at
Gresham History Museum
410 N Main Av
Downtown Gresham
Get Map!

Come tour Historic Downtown Gresham, and learn about its historic buildings and homes, historic graves and trees, some historic local figures, and about the shops that used to line Main Ave. Tours weave throughout Historic Downtown Gresham, are fast paced, and will cover around a mile of mostly flat level ground.

Tours leave at 11:00AM sharp, rain or shine, and are free. Donations are always accepted and much appreciated. Parking is available in the lot behind the museum.

Free! Historic Gresham Pioneer Cemetery Tour: Sun Apr 13, 2014 1-2PM

04/13/2014 - 1:00pm
04/13/2014 - 2:00pm
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Free! Historic Gresham Pioneer Cemetery Tour: Sun Apr 13, 2014 1-2PM. Info here!

When: Sun Apr 13, 2014 1-2PM
Where: Meet at Main City Park
Spring Water Corridor entrance
Gresham OR
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Tour Gresham's Pioneer Cemeteries
Join us for a walk through history as we wind our way through Gresham's Pioneer Cemeteries.

We'll visit some of Gresham's historically significant graves and learn a little about the lives of those within them.

The tour group will meet at the Spring Water Corridor entrance into Main City Park. From there the group will walk a short distance to the Pioneer Cemeteries.

The tour is absolutely free. Donations are always welcome and very much appreciated.

Free! Weed Watcher Workshop: Wed Apr 16, 2013 6PM-7:30PM

04/16/2014 - 6:00pm
04/16/2014 - 7:30pm
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Himalayan blackberry along the Springwater Trail in Gresham. Help us fight off Gresham’s weedy invaders by participating as a Weed Watcher. Free class: Wed Apr 16, 2014 6-7:30PM, Gresham City Hall, Barlow Trail Room. Info here!

Weed Watcher Workshop

When: Wed Apr 16, 2013 6-7:30PM
Where: Gresham City Hall
Barlow Trail Room
1333 NW Eastman Pky
Get Map!

Weed identification class
Invasive plants are a major problem for the environment and the economy. They damage property and crowd out native plants that local wildlife rely on for food and shelter. Join us for a free workshop focusing on Early Detection Rapid Response (EDRR) for invasive weeds. Learn to identify these invaders and where to report them before they become a problem.

Free workshop. No RSVP required

Help us fight off Gresham’s weedy invaders by participating as a Weed Watcher in our Early Detection, Rapid Response Program. By familiarizing yourself with problem weeds in our area, you can help us stop these plants in their tracks.

Free! Guided Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Gresham: Sat Apr 19, 2014 11:00AM-12:45PM

04/19/2014 - 11:00am
04/19/2014 - 12:45pm
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Free! Guided Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Gresham: Sat Apr 19, 2014 11:00AM-12:45PM. Info here!
Gresham Historical Society. Click to view.

Let's Go Walking!

When: Sat Apr 19, 2014 11AM-12:45PM
Where: Meet at
Gresham History Museum
410 N Main Av
Downtown Gresham
Get Map!

Come tour Historic Downtown Gresham, and learn about its historic buildings and homes, historic graves and trees, some historic local figures, and about the shops that used to line Main Ave. Tours weave throughout Historic Downtown Gresham, are fast paced, and will cover around a mile of mostly flat level ground.

Tours leave at 11:00AM sharp, rain or shine, and are free. Donations are always accepted and much appreciated. Parking is available in the lot behind the museum.

Zimmerman Heritage Farm Tours: Sat Apr 19, 2014 Noon-4PM

04/19/2014 - 12:00pm
04/19/2014 - 4:00pm
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Zimmerman Heritage Farm. A delightful Victorian era farmhouse built in 1874. A lasting vestige of East Multnomah County's agricultural roots. Gresham OR. Fairview-Rockwood-Wilkes Historical Society. Info here!
1874 Zimmerman House. Click to Enlarge

Smell The Flowers

When: Sat Apr 19 2014 Noon-4PM
Where: Zimmerman Park
17111 NE Sandy Blvd
Gresham, OR
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A delightful 1874 Victorian farmhouse
Take a step back into history at the Zimmerman House, a Victorian era farmhouse, built in 1874 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This beautiful farmhouse is a perfect reflection of typical Columbia River dairy farm life in the late 1800s. The Zimmerman Heritage Farm is a unique cultural education and recreational resource that is being created for the benefit of the public on a 5.98-acre historic site in Gresham, Oregon.

Join SOLVE at Nadaka Nature Park for Earth Day Cleanup: Sat Apr 26, 2014 10AM-1PM

04/26/2014 - 10:00am
04/26/2014 - 1:00pm
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Join SOLVE at Nadaka Nature Park for Earth Day Cleanup: Sat Apr 26 2014 10AM-1PM. Info here!
Nadaka Nature Park, Gresham OR

Earth Day, Every Day

When: Sat, Apr 26, 2014 10AM-1PM
Where: Nadaka Nature Park
176th & NE Pacific St
Gresham OR
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Friends of Nadaka have received grants for the development of the Nadaka Nature Park which requires matching volunteer hours so your support is needed and greatly appreciated. See you at the park!

Event info
Come out and meet your neighbors and make new friends. Join SOLVE® and Friends of Nadaka to help improve the park this Earth Day by working in the forest removing invasives and mulching trails. We will also be removing weeds from the future community garden. Be prepared to get a little dirty and to have fun by supporting and volunteering with Friends of Nadaka and Wilkes East Neighborhood Association. Refreshments will be provided for volunteers.

Click here to register yourself, your group or to learn more about this event.

Rain or Shine!
Come dressed for weather and help improve Nadaka Nature Park. Bring working gloves & a water bottle if you have them. Volunteer as long as you can. Drinks and snacks will be provided for volunteers.

Free Naturescaping Basics, Learn to Garden With Natives: Sat, Mar 15, 2014 9:30AM-1:30PM

03/15/2014 - 9:30am
03/15/2014 - 1:30pm
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Free Naturescaping Basics, Learn to Garden With Natives: Sat, Mar 15, 2014 9:30AM-1:30PM. Info here!

Help Reduce Water Use

When: Sat Mar 15, 2014 9:30AM-1:30PM
Where: Greater Gresham Baptist Church
3848 NE Division St
Gresham, OR
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Learn to Naturescape!
Naturescaping is the practice of designing (or redesigning) your landscape so that it reduces water use and decreases stormwater runoff while saving you time, money and energy. This introductory workshop introduces the core concepts of naturescaping, and also explores:

  • pollution prevention through the reduction/elimination of chemical use
  • how native plants naturally resist pests & tolerate drought conditions while attracting native birds, butterflies and other beneficial pollinators to your garden
  • basic site planning principals, and many other great natural gardening & design tips

Even if you decide to enlist the help of a contractor, you’ll have the framework to make decisions and effectively communicate the vision you have for your yard. Class will visit a nearby naturescaped project to see design principles in action. You’ll receive a comprehensive workbook and even a free native plant to help you get started.

Zimmerman Heritage Farm Tours: Sat Mar 15, 2014 Noon-4PM

03/15/2014 - 12:00pm
03/15/2014 - 4:00pm
Etc/GMT-8
Zimmerman Heritage Farm. A delightful Victorian era farmhouse built in 1874. A lasting vestige of East Multnomah County's agricultural roots. Gresham OR. Fairview-Rockwood-Wilkes Historical Society. Info here!
1874 Zimmerman House. Click to Enlarge

Hello Spring!

When: Sat Mar 15, 2014 Noon-4PM
Where: Zimmerman Park
17111 NE Sandy Blvd
Gresham, OR
Get Map!

A delightful 1874 Victorian farmhouse
Take a step back into history at the Zimmerman House, a Victorian era farmhouse, built in 1874 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This beautiful farmhouse is a perfect reflection of typical Columbia River dairy farm life in the late 1800s. The Zimmerman Heritage Farm is a unique cultural education and recreational resource that is being created for the benefit of the public on a 5.98-acre historic site in Gresham, Oregon.

Senior Healthy Hikers: Springwater Trail, Boring Hike: Wed Mar 19, 2014 8:30AM-5PM

03/19/2014 - 8:30am
03/19/2014 - 5:00pm
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Senior Healthy Hikers: Springwater Trail, Boring Hike: Wed Mar 19, 2014 8:30AM-5PM. Info here!

Let's Go Walking!

When: Wed Mar 19, 2014 8:30AM-5PM
Where: Springwater Trail
Meet at: Gresham City Hall
1333 NW Eastman Pwy
Gresham, OR
Get Map!

This hike is just under 4.5 miles. We will travel newly paved portion of the Springwater Trail that goes from the city of Boring to Palmblad Road, and then up the hill to the leaders' house, where we will have a car shuttle back to the trailhead for the drivers. The trail winds through small farms. Hiking boots are recommended. In addition, bring rain gear and warm clothing. We will stop at Biscuits Cafe in Gresham for lunch.

  • Round-trip travel: 8 miles
  • Suggested donation per rider: $1
  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Elevation gain: 100 feet

Dress appropriately for the weather and bring water and a snack to eat along the way.

Volunteers, Join Us For A Spring Morning Cleanup at Nadaka Nature Park: Sat Mar 22, 2014 10AM-1PM

03/22/2014 - 9:30am
03/22/2014 - 1:00pm
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Join Us For A Spring Morning Cleanup Event, Nadaka Nature Park: Sat Mar 22, 2014 10AM-1PM. Info here!
Nadaka Nature Park, Gresham OR

Enjoy The Morning Outdoors!

When: Sat, Mar 22, 2014 10AM-1PM
Where: Nadaka Nature Park
176th & NE Glisan St
Gresham OR
Get Map!

Friends of Nadaka have received grants for the development of the Nadaka Nature Park which requires matching volunteer hours so your support is needed and greatly appreciated. See you at the park!

Event info
Come out and meet your neighbors and make new friends while working in the forest removing invasives and mulching trails. We will also be removing weeds from the future community garden. Any and all volunteers welcome. Signup begins at 9:30AM. Refreshments will be provided for volunteers. Be prepared to get a little dirty and to have fun by supporting and volunteering with Friends of Nadaka and Wilkes East Neighborhood Association.

Rain or Shine! Come dressed for weather and help improve Nadaka Nature Park. Bring working gloves & a water bottle if you have them. Volunteer as long as you can. Drinks and snacks will be provided for volunteers.

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