Natural Resources Education Program

Natural Resource Education Program

The Oregon Garden Natural Resources Education Program is a partnership between the Oregon Forest Resources Institute and Oregon Garden Foundation, which aims to provide Oregon 4th through 6th grade students with an appreciation for our natural resources and the impact they have on our daily lives.

Students explore our wetland habitat and Rediscovery Forest, encountering living examples of the lessons being taught — a one-of-a-kind, experiential environment for learning about Oregon’s forests, wetlands and wildlife.

Scheduling

The program is open to all Oregon 4th through 6th grade students. We can accommodate up to three classrooms per day; space is reserved on a first come, first served basis. Most groups arrange their field trip several months in advance.

Spring is our busiest season. Winter trips are discouraged.
The program typically takes four hours, including a half hour for lunch.
Start and end times are flexible based on travel schedules.
Lessons are tailored to each school and cover two or three hands-on, science-based topics lasting 60–90 minutes each.