Below you’ll find a combination of programs offered by Oregon State Parks and Friends of Tryon Creek.
Find events that require registration all in one place here!
Guided Hikes happen most Saturday mornings at 10am, find details here.
Featured Events
“Phenology Friday” Plant Walks
Join this monthly community science monitoring program to observe seasonal changes in key culturally and ecologically important plants. You will learn to identify these plants in all life stages and contribute to critical local data! This surveying follows the same plants year-round to monitor climate change impacts and help inform our restoration efforts—directly contributing to supporting adapative restoration to keep the forest happy and healthy. This project is supported by iNaturalist and Seeding Action!
Walks start May 8th and continue all summer.
See the full schedule and sign up through our volunteer system here.
All ages and experience levels are welcome. Volunteer activity includes hiking up to 2 miles down to the creek and back up to the Nature Center.
Nature Walk for Autism Community
Join the Autism Society of Oregon for a guided nature walk at Tryon Creek State Natural Area led by a Master Naturalist. These walks are for Autistic adults (18+), their families, friends, and supporters to enjoy and experience nature together without any agenda or judgment.
These hikes are free, but group size is limited so registration is required.
“Phenology Friday” Plant Walks
Join this monthly community science monitoring program to observe seasonal changes in key culturally and ecologically important plants. You will learn to identify these plants in all life stages and contribute to critical local data! This surveying follows the same plants year-round to monitor climate change impacts and help inform our restoration efforts—directly contributing to supporting adapative restoration to keep the forest happy and healthy. This project is supported by iNaturalist and Seeding Action!
Walks start May 8th and continue all summer.
See the full schedule and sign up through our volunteer system here.
All ages and experience levels are welcome. Volunteer activity includes hiking up to 2 miles down to the creek and back up to the Nature Center.
Full Moon BIPOC Hike
Join Friends of Tryon Creek staff for an early evening full moon hike
Stewardship Day - Boones Ferry
Join Oregon State Park Rangers to improve forest health by managing noxious weeds and maintaining trails. Volunteer activities include hiking and the use of hand tools. Instructions, gloves, and tools are provided (feel free to bring your own gloves if preferred). Best suited for adults and youth ages 13 and older. All youth need to be accompanied by an adult.
This event meets at the Boones Ferry trailhead along Boones Ferry Rd. There are two parking lots on SW Boones Ferry; the northern one near Arnold St. that holds only two vehicles and the southern one near Tryon Life Community Farm that holds 10 or more vehicles. We will meet at the larger, southernmost lot.
Tree ivy clearing during United Way Community Impact Week (2024)
Nature Walk for Autism Community
Join the Autism Society of Oregon for a guided nature walk at Tryon Creek State Natural Area led by a Master Naturalist. These walks are for Autistic adults (18+), their families, friends, and supporters to enjoy and experience nature together without any agenda or judgment.
These hikes are free, but group size is limited so registration is required.
Stewardship Day - Boones Ferry
Join Oregon State Park Rangers to improve forest health by managing noxious weeds and maintaining trails. Volunteer activities include hiking and the use of hand tools. Instructions, gloves, and tools are provided (feel free to bring your own gloves if preferred). Best suited for adults and youth ages 13 and older. All youth need to be accompanied by an adult.
This event meets at the Boones Ferry trailhead along Boones Ferry Rd. There are two parking lots on SW Boones Ferry; the northern one near Arnold St. that holds only two vehicles and the southern one near Tryon Life Community Farm that holds 10 or more vehicles. We will meet at the larger, southernmost lot.
Tree ivy clearing during United Way Community Impact Week (2024)
“Phenology Friday” Plant Walks
Join this monthly community science monitoring program to observe seasonal changes in key culturally and ecologically important plants. You will learn to identify these plants in all life stages and contribute to critical local data! This surveying follows the same plants year-round to monitor climate change impacts and help inform our restoration efforts—directly contributing to supporting adapative restoration to keep the forest happy and healthy. This project is supported by iNaturalist and Seeding Action!
Walks start May 8th and continue all summer.
See the full schedule and sign up through our volunteer system here.
All ages and experience levels are welcome. Volunteer activity includes hiking up to 2 miles down to the creek and back up to the Nature Center.
Indigenous Culture Day 2026
A free, all-ages event offers a chance to listen and learn from Indigenous educators…
Stewardship Day - Boones Ferry
Join Oregon State Park Rangers to improve forest health by managing noxious weeds and maintaining trails. Volunteer activities include hiking and the use of hand tools. Instructions, gloves, and tools are provided (feel free to bring your own gloves if preferred). Best suited for adults and youth ages 13 and older. All youth need to be accompanied by an adult.
This event meets at the Boones Ferry trailhead along Boones Ferry Rd. There are two parking lots on SW Boones Ferry; the northern one near Arnold St. that holds only two vehicles and the southern one near Tryon Life Community Farm that holds 10 or more vehicles. We will meet at the larger, southernmost lot.
Tree ivy clearing during United Way Community Impact Week (2024)
Volunteer Trail Work Days
Join Ranger Hugh for hands-on trail maintenance workdays at Tryon Creek State Natural Area.
Help improve trail surfaces, install and maintain drainage features, widen tread where appropriate, and restore trail corridors to support safe and sustainable use.
Volunteers should be prepared to work outdoors on uneven terrain, use hand tools, and hike to and from work sites. All tools and gloves will be provided. Please wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes, long pants, and long sleeves. Dress for the weather and bring rain gear if conditions call for it. Best suited for adults and youth ages 16 and older. All youth need to be accompanied by an adult.
Volunteer helping with stair maintenance project on Lewis & Clark trail.