Our Events

Storytime in the Park: Feathered Friends

Harwood Park 755 NW Harwood Avenue, Prineville, OR, United States

Join Crook County Library and the Children’s Forest of Central Oregon for Storytime in the Park this summer.  We’ll share stories, games, arts and crafts, and hands-on activities for budding scientists.  Each week we’ll meet in a different park, exploring a new nature theme.  Geared for ages 4-7, but all ages are welcome. June 23-July […]

Free

Storytime in the Park: Treasure Hunt!

Ochoco Creek Park 430 NE Juniper St, Prineville, OR, United States

Join Crook County Library and the Children’s Forest of Central Oregon for Storytime in the Park this summer.  We’ll share stories, games, arts and crafts, and hands-on activities for budding scientists.  Each week we’ll meet in a different park, exploring a new nature theme.  Geared for ages 4-7, but all ages are welcome. June 23-July […]

Free

Vamonos Outside Family Camping/Campar para familias

La Pine State Park La Pine, OR, United States

Vamonos Outside is hosting two weekends for families to go camping at established campgrounds located in local state parks this summer. VO wants to provide the opportunities for families who do not have the equipment or the experience of camping to enjoy a weekend of being outdoors.   We will be providing campsites, camping equipment (like […]

Free

U.S. Forest Service Hiring Workshop #1

Zoom

  DO YOU LOVE THE OUTDOORS? Come work for the U.S. Forest Service.   Deschutes and Ochoco National Forests are teaming up with the Discover Your Forest and the Children's Forest to provide 2 virtual workshops about the applying to work for the U.S. Forest Service.   SESSION 1: SEPTEMBER 26 5-6 PM, VIRTUAL VIA […]

Free

U.S. Forest Service Hiring Workshop #2

Zoom

DO YOU LOVE THE OUTDOORS? Come work for the U.S. Forest Service.   Deschutes and Ochoco National Forests are teaming up with the Discover Your Forest and the Children's Forest to provide 2 virtual workshops about the applying to work for the U.S. Forest Service.   SESSION 1: SEPTEMBER 26 5-6 PM, VIRTUAL VIA ZOOM […]

Free

Spring Into Nature Festival

Sahalee Park 1-99 SE 7th St, Madras, OR, United States

Join the Children's Forest of Central Oregon and our partners for the Spring Into Nature Festival in Madras this May!  The Spring Into Nature Festival celebrates the many ways that we all connect with nature. The event will provide something for everyone, including nature arts and crafts, STEM activities, outdoor recreation, music, food, and more. Bring your […]

Free

IN PERSON: Children’s Forest Teacher Focus Group

McMenamin's Old Saint Francis School Pub 700 NW Bond Street, Bend, OR, United States

The Children's Forest and our partners invite K-8th grade teachers to join us for an hour of connection and discussion about engaging students in outdoor learning. We invite teachers with all levels of experience with field trips and outdoor learning. Tuesday, May 16 4:30-5:30 PM McMenamin's Old Saint Francis School Pub Beverages and appetizers provided […]

Free

VIRTUAL: Children’s Forest Teacher Focus Group

Virtual via Zoom

The Children’s Forest and our partners invite K-8th grade teachers to join us for an hour of connection and discussion about engaging students in outdoor learning. We invite teachers with all levels of experience with field trips and outdoor learning. Tuesday, May 23 4:30-5:30 PM Zoom (link will be sent after registration) Teachers will receive […]

Free

VIRTUAL Workshop: Supporting Gender Expansive and Transgender Youth

Zoom

The TransActive Gender Project is based in Portland and provides a holistic range of services and expertise to empower transgender and gender expansive children, youth, and their families to live healthy lives that are free of discrimination. Workshop participants will gain a better understanding of gender identity development, cultural gender myths, and stereotypes and their impact on […]

Free – $15