What we’re about
Portland’s museum of living trees, Hoyt Arboretum is home to 6,000 trees and 12 miles of trails, and is free and open to the public year-round. A beautiful destination for recreation, it’s also an important resource for education, research, and conservation. We host nature classes, nature art classes, movement classes, public tours, and hikes.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Saturday Crew (volunteer)Hoyt Arboretum, Portland, OR
NOTE: If you plan to join this Saturday Crew you must sign up at hoytarboretum.org/volunteer
Volunteer to care for Hoyt Arboretum’s trees and trails with the Saturday Crew! With 189-acres and more than 6,000 trees along 12 miles of trails, volunteers are incredibly important to maintaining Hoyt Arboretum’s tree collection and trail system, and it’s a unique opportunity for volunteers to learn about and care for rare and unusual trees and plants from around the world.
Stewardship crews occur rain or shine; volunteers should come dressed for the weather including long pants and sturdy, closed-toe shoes.
Volunteers should plan to bring water, snacks, and any other personal items they need onsite.No previous stewardship crew experience is required; training, tools, gloves, and volunteer parking passes are provided. Registration is required.
- Pop-Up Nature! at Hoyt ArboretumHoyt Arboretum, Portland, OR
When PPS and many Portland-area schools are out for spring break, it also happens to be a wonderful time to explore nature at Hoyt Arboretum!
Each day there will be an Pop-Up Nature! station with an educator ready to share a new nature topic with you. Each day will be different- so come as much as you want!
Hands-on activities and fun facts will help youth connect with the trees, flowers, and animals found throughout the Arboretum. Activities are designed for ages 3-8, but all are welcome!
Stop by any time!
March 24 – 28
10am – 12pm
in the Visitor Center
4000 SW Fairview Blvd
These events are free and do not require registration. - Pop-Up Nature! at Hoyt ArboretumHoyt Arboretum, Portland, OR
When PPS and many Portland-area schools are out for spring break, it also happens to be a wonderful time to explore nature at Hoyt Arboretum!
Each day there will be an Pop-Up Nature! station with an educator ready to share a new nature topic with you. Each day will be different- so come as much as you want!
Hands-on activities and fun facts will help youth connect with the trees, flowers, and animals found throughout the Arboretum. Activities are designed for ages 3-8, but all are welcome!
Stop by any time!
March 24 – 28
10am – 12pm
in the Visitor Center
4000 SW Fairview Blvd
These events are free and do not require registration. - Pop-Up Nature! at Hoyt ArboretumHoyt Arboretum, Portland, OR
When PPS and many Portland-area schools are out for spring break, it also happens to be a wonderful time to explore nature at Hoyt Arboretum!
Each day there will be an Pop-Up Nature! station with an educator ready to share a new nature topic with you. Each day will be different- so come as much as you want!
Hands-on activities and fun facts will help youth connect with the trees, flowers, and animals found throughout the Arboretum. Activities are designed for ages 3-8, but all are welcome!
Stop by any time!
March 24 – 28
10am – 12pm
in the Visitor Center
4000 SW Fairview Blvd
These events are free and do not require registration.
