Outdoors
Birds, Bees & Blooms of the Willamette Confluence
Willamette Confluence Conservation Area 34000 Seavey Loop Rd, Eugene, OregonEmbrace the spirit of May Day with local ecologist Bruce Newhouse on an immersive exploration of the Willamette Confluence Conservation Area—a 1,305-acre natural area where the Coast Fork and Middle Fork of the Willamette River meet. Thursday, May 1st 10:00am-1:00pm This site encompasses a mosaic of endangered habitats, including six miles of river corridors, floodplain […]
Friday Night Lights at Hoodoo
Hoodoo Ski and Recreation 27400 Big Lake Road, Sisters, OR, United StatesHoodoo is Central Oregon’s only night riding destination! Join us each week for Friday Night Lights, presented by Ablis, with live music and more until 9 pm! More Info HERE
Weed Walk
GrassRoots Garden 1465 Coburg Rd, Eugene, ORThe Weed Identification Walks have been taking place at GrassRoots Garden over seven years. These hands-on walks cover anywhere from 10-20 common weeds, characteristics for identification, seasonal changes (life cycles), growth habit, wildlife habitat, nutrients (soil/edibility) and toxic and edible weeds. Cameras and notebooks are encouraged to help retain some of the information that is […]
Eugene International Worker’s Day Celebration
Eugene Park Blocks E 8th Ave and Oak St., Eugene, ORJoin us for the May Day 2025 International Workers’ Day Celebration! To honor the ongoing struggle for workers rights worldwide, we come together to share fun, education, and opportunities to connect for all of our working-class neighbors in Eugene and surrounding areas. There will be music, art, food, workshops, a May Pole, games, activities for […]
Blue River Community Park Day of Caring
Blue River Park 91241 Rose St, Blue River, OR, United StatesJoin friends and neighbors at Blue River Park on Saturday, May 10th, from 9:30am-12:00pm to help care for young trees and shrubs planted after the Holiday Farm Fire. During the project, we will work together to tend young plantings and remove invasive species in this beautiful park on the banks of Blue River in the […]
Community Restoration Tour – Finn Rock Reach
Finn Rock Reach Blue River, ORJoin us for a tour on the land on Wednesday, May 14th, for McKenzie area residents to learn more about restoration work at Quartz Creek and Finn Rock Reach.You can find information about both events and register for the tour (limited space available) at https://give.mckenzieriver.org/.../quartz-creek.../e670293
Cascade Volunteers Skills College
McKenzie River TBDSave the Date: May 16, 17 and 18 Location: Blue River Oregon Learn the fundamentals of trail maintenance and stewardship. Courses led by experienced volunteers and Forest Service recreation staff. Let us know what classes you’d like to see offered: click here to take survey Be the first to know when registration opens by applying NOW […]
Live Music at McKenzie General Store
McKenzie General Store 91837 Taylor Rd., McKenzie Bridge, OR, United StatesWeekly Live Music on Saturdays from 6-9pm! Here's the 2025 Lineup: *The schedule is subject to change. Check HERE for more updates and event postings! * Please click on artists names to learn more May ​Saturday May 17th: Matt Mitchell Saturday May 24h: Use'ta Do Saturday May 31st:  Eric Leadbetter ​​​June ​​Saturday June 7th: Skillethead Thursday June 12th: […]
2025 Wildflower Festival
Mt. Pisgah Arboretum 34901 Frank Parrish Rd, Eugene, OR, United StatesIn partnership with the Emerald Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Oregon and Lane Community College, Mount Pisgah Arboretum is excited to present the 2025 Wildflower Festival on Sunday, May 18th! Come down and enjoy:An Expansive Wildflower Display in the White Oak Pavilion featuring over 200 local speciesLive Music featuring local bandsThe Art in […]
“Art in Birds” Tour at Green Island
Green Island 31799 Green Island Rd., Eugene, Oregon, United StatesJoin us for a unique opportunity to explore the intersection of art, conservation, and avian life on Green Island. Monday, May 19th | 9:00-11:00am This special tour, led by dedicated volunteer Kit Larsen and local artist Dennis Arendt, offers participants an intimate look into the Tree Swallow nesting initiatives that have flourished over the past […]
Outdoor/ River Gear Swap Meet
Oregon Paddle Sports 520 Commercial St, Ste K, Eugene, OR, United StatesThe gear swap is going to work a little differently this year! The big event will be the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend, May 24th. Thursday and Friday: Gear intake! You don’t have to hang around and sell everything yourself; just drop it off at the shop on Thursday or Friday, and we’ll get it […]
Live Music at McKenzie General Store
McKenzie General Store 91837 Taylor Rd., McKenzie Bridge, OR, United StatesWeekly Live Music on Saturdays from 6-9pm! Here's the 2025 Lineup: *The schedule is subject to change. Check HERE for more updates and event postings! * Please click on artists names to learn more May ​Saturday May 17th: Matt Mitchell Saturday May 24h: Use'ta Do Saturday May 31st:  Eric Leadbetter ​​​June ​​Saturday June 7th: Skillethead Thursday June 12th: […]
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