5:00-5:45 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
TENDER DESERTRAT

Hailing from the Southwest, musician and Indy Songsmith, Tender Desertrat, writes songs that leave us searching for shapes in the clouds, bones in the sand, and stories in our blood. Their lyrics, both pensive and playful, collude with their melodic cadence to create an irresistible sonic spellscape. Accompanied by Temple on drums and Berkley on violin (The Mischief), their sound is a deep, anchoring presence that brings out all the colors, textures and nuances of the human heart!

7:00-8:00 PM
CLOUD OUT LOUD

Cloud is a singer-songwriter, electric guitarist who uses music as a way to process their wide-range of emotions and invites others to join. Their lyrics usually revolve around faith and violence, love and identity, frustrations and hopefulness. Their music can be found on most streaming platforms…click HERE for a full list.

5:00-8:00 PM
FACE PAINTING

Enjoy FREE face painting for all ages courtesy of Cascadia Wildlands!

5:15-5:45 PM
NATURE WALK

Join the nature educators of Mt. Pisgah Arboretum for a Guided Nature Walk and learn about the amazing biodiversity of Oregon’s forests.

5:00-8:00 PM
RIVER TABLE

Learn about rivers and watersheds at the interactive River Table!

5:30-7:30 PM
SCAVENGER HUNT

Pick up a TransWild Scavenger Hunt sheet from the TransPonder booth on the south side of the White Oak Pavilion, collect knowledge and items, and you could win a prize!

6:00-7:30 PM
GEAR SWAP

Come find gender-affirming clothes, outdoor gear, and more at the Gear Swap, sponsored by Queer Eugene!

Items may be donated at TransWild or in advance of the event. Click HERE to contact us about arranging a donation of items.

6:15-6:45 PM
NATURE WALK

Join the nature educators of Mt. Pisgah Arboretum for a Guided Nature Walk and learn about the amazing biodiversity of Oregon’s forests.

5:30-6:30 PM
CAMP COOKING 101

We’ll go over camp cooking basics – tools, food prep, camp stove options, and dish washing best practices. Best of all, we’ll be actually cooking dinner from scratch with organic vegetables from local farms (vegan, gluten free) to share with all workshop participants. Bring your appetite! No experience necessary!

LED BY CASCADIA WILDLANDS AND WINTER GREEN FARM

6:30-7:00 PM
CAMPING 101: GEAR AND SETUP

Learn how to pick a good camping spot, setup your site, what gear you need and what you don’t, all in a fun and no pressure environment. No experience necessary!

LED BY CASCADIA WILDLANDS

7:15-7:45 PM
NATURE JOURNALING

This workshop guides participants through making nature-based observations, learning ways to creatively capture observations,  and include resources to expand upon their findings. Join us to spark a deeper awareness of nature and ignite curiosity through fun hands-on activities.

LED BY CASCADES RAPTOR CENTER

WHAT (AND WHAT NOT) TO BRING

• Please feel free to bring your own food and non-alcoholic drinks to enjoy a picnic! 
• Dogs are welcome as long as they are ALWAYS on a leash. (Click HERE to learn more about this.)
• There is no smoking allowed anywhere with the Arboretum (as with all Lane County Parks grounds.)
• No drone usage is allowed due to the negative impact on the birds that called the Arboretum home.
• You are welcome to bring blankets or lawn chairs to place on the grass.

PARKING & TRANSPORTATION

While the Arboretum does have a parking lot, there is limited parking, so we HIGHLY encourage folks to carpool if possible. Parking is FREE for this event, so there are no parking passes needed.

The Arboretum is located at 34901 Frank Parrish Rd, Eugene, OR 97405, tucked into the larger Lane County Park called the Howard Buford Recreation Area. Click HERE for detailed information on how to get there.

ACCESSIBILITY

Making nature accessible is a priority for Mt. Pisgah Arboretum, and they have been working diligently to add more options for folks with mobility concerns, including a trail that is physically accessible for most folks. However, many of the paths around the Arboretum are unpaved and may present challenges for those using walkers or other assistance devices that need smooth surfaces.

Accessible parking is limited due to the lot’s location at the base of the path up to the Pavilion. There is an accessible drop-off area by the Pavilion to allow folks to arrive closer to the event and on solid, accessible pathways and there are two accessible parking spots by the Pavilion. We ask that people carpool or arrange to be dropped off, if possible, to allow those spots to remain open for those who need them the most.

The Pavilion will be open and will offer indoor tables and chairs. There will also be tables and chairs placed around the grass area that will be open for anyone.

Click HERE to learn more about accessibility at Mt. Pisgah Arboretum. If you have specific accessibility questions or concerns, please click HERE to reach out to our team.

ABOUT THE ARBORETUM

Whether you’re looking for vigorous exercise, quiet contemplation, or a pleasant picnic, the Arboretum offers a beautiful natural retreat that is conveniently close to downtown Eugene and Springfield. Visitors come here to enjoy the natural world along our extensive network of trails, learn about local ecology in our nature walks and workshops, celebrate mushrooms and wildflowers at our annual festivals, and introduce children to the wonders of nature.

The location of Mount Pisgah Arboretum was chosen for its diversity of habitats, which are broadly representative of the ecology of the Willamette Valley. The Arboretum features four outdoor interpretive exhibits that invite visitors to develop a deeper understanding of local ecology and foster a lasting connection with the natural world.

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