THE DALLES — Come be inspired by the landscape, the people protecting it, and the season that brings it all to life!
The weekend offers something for every nature lover, from marquee evening speakers on conservation and soil science to family-friendly outdoor activities, guided walks, and educational games, while adults dive deeper into outdoor painting, seed saving, and wildflower hikes. Come Discover With Us!
Friday, June 6, 6:30 p.m. Keynote Speaker: James Cassidy — Free | No registration required
Soil Guru, chart-topping rockstar and award winning educator from OSU. Free and Family Friendly.
Saturday June 7, 11-3 p.m. Museum Open House — Kids Under 18 are Free!
Activities & Education Stations with Oregon State Parks, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and more
A Wildflower Children’s Book Author and get your book signed
Hands-On Games & Crafts for kids of all ages
Biologist Talks
Bug Hunts with an entomologist
Solar Scopes
Nature Documentaries in our theater
Saturday, June 7, 6:30 p.m. Keynote Speaker: Kevin Gorman — Free | No Registration Required
Executive Director of Friends of the Columbia Gorge will speak about the National Scenic Area and the conservation legacy that protects this extraordinary landscape.
Sunday June 8: Festival Workshops: Explore, Create & Cultivate — Pre-registration Required | gorgediscovery.org | Fees and times vary by course
Native Plant Seed Saving Workshop hosted by Humble Roots Nursery
Plein Air Painting Class in partnership with The Dalles Art Center (Register at: thedallesartcenter.org)
Naturalist Hike led by Friends of the Columbia Gorge
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