Columbia Springs, 12208 S.E. Evergreen Hwy., Vancouver, is hosting a Nature Day. Families can drop by any time from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 18 to enjoy hands-on science […]
Columbia Springs will host Stewardship Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon Sept. 20. Volunteers will remove invasive species, do trail maintenance and improve the site's accessibility and safety. Columbia Springs will provide tools and gloves. Volunteers should dress for hard outdoor work and bring water and gloves. Children under age 14 can volunteer with parents. […]
Columbia Springs will offer free Hatchery Tours in July, September and November. Learn how the Vancouver Trout Hatchery operates, including how old the fish are in the round ponds. Tours are 3-4 p.m. on July 16, Sept. 17 and Nov. 19. Register at columbiasprings.org/events/guided-tours/. Tourtakers should wear walking shoes and dress for the weather. Photo […]
Columbia Springs, 12208 S.E. Evergreen Hwy., Vancouver, is hosting a Nature Day. Families can drop by any time from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 13 to enjoy hands-on science and nature experiences exploring the importance of fire, fungi and keystone species in ecosystems. This event is designed to be engaging for people of all […]
Columbia Springs will host a Hooked on Nature event on Aug. 16 from 5 to 8 p.m. This event will include an auction, dinner, drinks, dessert, and heartwarming stories from our community. Local chefs will compete in a cook-off featuring locally invasive species, all while attendees enjoy the beauty of the great outdoors. Tickets are […]
Columbia Springs will host a Hooked on Nature event on Aug. 16 from 5 to 8 p.m. This event will include an auction, dinner, drinks, dessert, and heartwarming stories from our community. Local chefs will compete in a cook-off featuring locally invasive species, all while attendees enjoy the beauty of the great outdoors. Tickets are […]
Columbia Springs will host Wild Neighbors Nature Day from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. July 26 at 12208 S.E. Evergreen Highway, Vancouver. Enjoy a day of hands-on science and nature experiences for people of all ages. Drop in any time, no RSVP necessary. Questions? Email events@columbiasprings.org. Photo by Paul Peloquin
Columbia Springs will offer free Hatchery Tours in July, September and November. Learn how the Vancouver Trout Hatchery operates, including how old the fish are in the round ponds. Tours are 3-4 p.m. on July 16, Sept. 17 and Nov. 19. Register at columbiasprings.org/events/guided-tours/. Tourtakers should wear walking shoes and dress for the weather. Photo […]
Columbia Springs will host Cultural Ecosystems Nature Day from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. June 28 at 12208 S.E. Evergreen Highway, Vancouver. Enjoy a day of hands-on science and nature experiences for people of all ages. Drop in any time, no RSVP necessary. Questions? Email events@columbiasprings.org. Photo by Paul Peloquin
Columbia Springs will host Stewardship Saturday from 10 a.m.-noon June 14 at 12208 S.E. Evergreen Highway, Vancouver. This event is perfect for volunteers who want to spend a couple of hours working outside in Columbia Springs' natural area. Projects include removing invasive species, trail maintenance and improving the accessibility and safety of the site. Columbia […]
Columbia Springs will host a free Hatchery Tour from 3 to 4 p.m. May 21 at 12208 S.E. Evergreen Highway, Vancouver. Attendees will learn all about the Vancouver Trout Hatchery with a knowledgeable guide. Register at columbiasprings.org/guided-tours-2025. Photo by Paul Peloquin
Columbia Springs' annual Kids Fishing Fest from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 17 features fishing for kids ages 5-14 with expert fishing mentors; a free fishing pole for each registered fishers, as well as up to two fish to take home; science and nature activities; and a barbecue lunch for all attendees (vegetarian options […]
Columbia Springs will host a free Forest Walk from 3:30 to 5 p.m. April 16 at 12208 S.E. Evergreen Highway, Vancouver. Learn about wildlife and plants with a knowledgeable guide. Register at columbiasprings.org/guided-tours-2025. Photo by Paul Peloquin
Columbia Springs will host March Nature Day exploring deciduous tree communities from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 8 at 12208 S.E. Evergreen Highway, Vancouver. Drop in for hands-on science and nature experiences learning more about deciduous trees. This event is designed to be engaging for people of all ages. Questions? Email events@columbiasprings.org. Photo by […]
Columbia Springs will host Winter Wildlife Nature Day from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 8 at 12208 S.E. Evergreen Highway, Vancouver, featuring hands-on science and nature experiences exploring winter wildlife. No registration is required; attendees are invited to drop in when it suits them. This event is designed to be engaging for people of […]
Evergreen Tree Communities Nature Day features hands-on science and nature experiences exploring evergreen tree communities. Activities are designed for all ages. Drop in to Columbia Springs, 12208 S.E. Evergreen Highway, Vancouver, any time from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jan. 11. Learn more at columbiasprings.org/events/nature-days/. Questions? Email events@columbiasprings.org. Above photo: Paul Peloquin
Columbia Springs' December Nature Day: Nature Connected is 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 14 at 12208 S.E. Evergreen Highway, Vancouver. Attendees will enjoy hands-on science and nature experiences exploring connections in nature. The event is designed for all ages. Admission is free. Drop-ins welcome. No registration is necessary. Questions? Email events@columbiasprings.org. Above photo by […]
Columbia Springs is hosting Super Plants Nature Day from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 23 at 12208 S.E. Evergreen Highway, Vancouver. Attendees will enjoy a day of hands-on science and nature experiences exploring "super plants." The event is designed for all ages. Admission is free. Drop-ins are welcome. No registration is necessary. Questions? Email […]
Columbia Springs will host a Fall Fest Nature Day from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 26 at 12208 S.E. Evergreen Highway, Vancouver. Attendees of all ages will enjoy a day of hands-on science and nature experiences exploring fall. No registration is necessary for this drop-in event. Questions? Email events@columbiasprings.org. Above photo by Paul Peloquin
Columbia Springs hosts free guided tours of its trout hatchery and natural areas from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on the third Wednesday of every month from April through September. RSVP by registering at https://www.columbiasprings.org/2024-guidedtours. Meet at 12208 S.E. Evergreen Highway, Vancouver. Wear good walking shoes and dress for the weather.