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SUMMARY:Wonder Keepers Preschool Spring 2026 Session Begins
DESCRIPTION:In this all outdoor preschool program\, children enjoy sensory adventures\, cooperative activities\, nature storytelling\, garden exploration\, Earth art\, and free time in our outdoor play spaces. Our Wonder Keepers develop a personal connection to the natural world\, make new friends\, and develop confidence through independent exploring. \nPrograms happen Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday from 8:30 am-12:30 pm at our Learnscape in Alton Baker Park\, rain or shine\, for kids 3-5 years old. You may request to register your child for one\, two\, or three days a week (as space is available). Flexible drop off is between 8:30-9 am and flexible pick up is between 12-12:30 pm. Note that enrollment is ongoing and we will prorate your final fees due according to when you join the group. As of January 2026\, space is limited for our Spring program but please get on our wait list in case things change! \nSee complete details at Wonder Keepers. \nOur Spring 2026 season begins March 30th. Online application for enrollment is ongoing. Once you apply\, we will contact you promptly to discuss whether or not our all outdoor\, all weather program is a good match for your child. Once we have confirmed your enrollment\, a minimum $50 non-refundable deposit per day of the week ($25 for scholarship applicants) is due to hold your spot. If you are applying for a scholarship\, use the coupon code ECO at online checkout and no fee will be charged until we have confirmed your financial aid. \n 
URL:https://www.nearbynature.org/events/wonder-keepers-spring-2026
LOCATION:Nearby Nature\, 622 Day Island Rd\, Eugene\, OR\, 97401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Preschool Event
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SUMMARY:Natural Neighbors After School Spring 2026 Session Begins -- Space Available!
DESCRIPTION:Participants in this program enjoy after school adventures in Alton Baker Park and our Learnscape. Park exploration\, natural science activities\, Earth art\, and free time in our outdoor play spaces help students get to know their nearby animal and plant neighbors and deepen their personal connections to the amazing natural community we all call home. \nPrograms happen Tuesdays and Fridays from 2:30-5:30 pm and Wednesdays from 2-5:30 pm at our Learnscape in Alton Baker Park\, rain or shine\, kids ages 5-11 (K-5th grade). Flexible drop off from 2:30-3:30 pm on Tuesday and Friday and from 2-3 pm on Wednesdays. Pick up between 5-5:30 pm. Note that online enrollment is ongoing and we will prorate your final fees due according to when you join the group. As of January 2026\, space is still available for all days in our Spring 2026 session! For our Friday session\, we are currently gathering names on a wait list. Once we have enough kids to run a session\, we will open that day! \nSee details at Natural Neighbors After School. \nSimply pay the $50 deposit and we will prorate your final fees due according to when you join the group. If you are applying for a scholarship\, use the coupon code ECO at online checkout and no fee will be charged until we have confirmed your financial aid. \nPlease note this program has sessions on Tuesday\, Wednesday\, and Friday. Children are welcome to register for one\, two\, or three days a week. Activities will be different on each day.
URL:https://www.nearbynature.org/events/natural-neighbors-spring-2026/
LOCATION:Nearby Nature\, 622 Day Island Rd\, Eugene\, OR\, 97401\, United States
CATEGORIES:After School
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SUMMARY:Salamander Outing in the Coast Range
DESCRIPTION:Join the Eugene Natural History Society and Nearby Nature for a salamander outing in the Coast Range! Salamander experts Tom Titus and Stan Sessions will lead a search for these secretive amphibians. Optional easy walking. Rain or shine. Families welcome. Bring water\, lunch\, and walking shoes. We’ll return to Eugene by mid-late afternoon. Meet at 9 am in northeast corner of the South Eugene High School parking lot (corner of 19th and Patterson) to carpool and caravan to our site near the Whittaker Creek Recreation Site. This event is FREE. Questions? Contact Tom Titus at tomtitus@tomtitus.com.
URL:https://www.nearbynature.org/events/salamander-outing-in-the-coast-range/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Community Science Programs,Family Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260410T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260410T163000
DTSTAMP:20260519T021340
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SUMMARY:Soil Scientists No School Day Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Dig deep and discover the amazing life of soil. Marvel at the connections between geology\, the creation of compost\, and the tending of garden beds! Unearth microbe mysteries and create soil concoctions in our mud kitchen while we learn about the world beneath our feet. \n$70 members/$80 non-members. Ages 5-11 (K-5th grade)\, groups of 12 kids. Outdoors at Alton Baker Park and in our Learnscape. \nScholarship aid available. If you are applying for aid\, enter the coupon code ECO at online checkout and you will not be charged until we arrange your aid. We will contact you regarding available financial support.
URL:https://www.nearbynature.org/events/soil-scientists-no-school-day-adventure/
LOCATION:Nearby Nature\, 622 Day Island Rd\, Eugene\, OR\, 97401\, United States
CATEGORIES:No School Day Adventure
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260411T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260411T120000
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SUMMARY:Family Bird Outing
DESCRIPTION:Join us for family-paced birding adventure in Alton Baker Park in partnership with the Coast to Cascades Bird Alliance! We’ll have both kid and adult binoculars to share! Meet on the Water Wise Garden patio outside the Nearby Nature Park Host Residence — directions here. Nearby Nature and CCBA members FREE\, non-members $10/family suggested donation. Pre-register online!
URL:https://www.nearbynature.org/events/family-bird-outing
LOCATION:Alton Baker Park\, 100 Day Island Rd\, Eugene\, OR\, 97401
CATEGORIES:Family Event,Nature Quest
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SUMMARY:Green Start Play Day: Flower Power
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy outdoor nature play in our Learnscape plus toddler and pre-school activities and stories — this month we’ll be this month we’ll be celebrating the rainbow of flowers that bloom in spring! Rain or shine! Kids 5 and under only\, with an adult. Members FREE\, non-members $10/family. Register online. (If our registration fee is a hardship for your family\, please email info@nearbynature.org to receive a 50% off discount coupon code.)
URL:https://www.nearbynature.org/events/green-start-play-day-flower-power-2026/
LOCATION:Nearby Nature\, 622 Day Island Rd\, Eugene\, OR\, 97401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Green Start Play Day,Preschool Event
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SUMMARY:EVDP Volunteer Fair
DESCRIPTION:Come visit with us at our table at the EVDP (Emerald Valley Development Professionals) Community Volunteer Fair on April 14th from 4-6 pm at the Farmer’s Market Pavilion! Find out how YOU can get involved in our work\, as well as the worthy projects of many other community organizations.
URL:https://www.nearbynature.org/events/evdp-volunteer-fair/
LOCATION:Farmers Market Pavilion\, 85 E 8th Ave\, Eugene\, OR 97401
CATEGORIES:Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260422T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260422T120000
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SUMMARY:Earth Day Park Clean Up with SOLVE
DESCRIPTION:In honor of Earth Day\, Nearby Nature is partnering with SOLVE for an annual cleanup of Alton Baker Park. Join neighbors\, community organizations\, and local businesses as we pick up litter to help ensure the park is clean and safe for everyone – all while enjoying a stroll in the park. Maybe you’ll see a great blue heron\, an osprey\, or a dragonfly! \nMeet on the Water Wise Garden lawn at Nearby Nature’s site in Alton Baker Park. Nearby Nature will provide disposable gloves and tools. Please wear closed-toed shoes and weather-appropriate clothing\, and bring a backpack for hands-free convenience. Feel free to bring your personal tools if available and a reusable water bottle to support our sustainability efforts. Volunteers should register in advance with SOLVE here. Due to potential safety concerns related to kids and picking up trash\, we ask that all participants are 10 years of age or older and accompanied by an adult.
URL:https://www.nearbynature.org/events/earth-day-park-clean-up-with-solve-2026
LOCATION:Nearby Nature\, 622 Day Island Rd\, Eugene\, OR\, 97401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Restoration Celebration,Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T130000
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SUMMARY:Bioblitz 2026: Whilamut Natural Area
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Community Science Investigation! This month we will use iNaturalist to collect observations of the web of life in the Whilamut Natural Area and our Learnscape at our Bioblitz (part of the City Nature Challenge 2026)! Work with a small group and a knowledgeable leader who can help get you set up to contribute to this fun community science project. Volunteers will take photos of different plants\, animals\, insects\, and fungi and upload them to iNaturalist for identification and a final species count. \nDesigned for adult (and mature youth) participants. If you have a smartphone or a camera\, bring one to take pictures. Smartphone users please load the iNaturalist app onto your phone if possible. We will have some devices to use during the session or good old paper and pencil if that is more comfortable. Meet outside Nearby Nature’s Yurt in Alton Baker Park. Pre-register online. Free!
URL:https://www.nearbynature.org/events/bioblitz-2026-whilamut-natural-area
LOCATION:Nearby Nature\, 622 Day Island Rd\, Eugene\, OR\, 97401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Science Programs,Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T120000
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SUMMARY:11th Annual Wow Newts Nature Quest!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our 11th annual newt count! Learn all about newts from naturalist Tom Titus as we count these cool critters in Tugman Park’s creek. Meet outside the Tugman Park picnic shelter. Nearby Nature members FREE\, non-members $10/family. Pre-register online!
URL:https://www.nearbynature.org/events/11th-wow-newts-nature-quest
LOCATION:Tugman Park\, 3666 Hilyard St\, Eugene\, OR\, 97405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Event,Nature Quest
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