Program Offerings

The Southwest Watershed Resource Center offers a variety of free watershed education programs on topics including water quality, salmon, watershed restoration, and more!


Indoor programs can accommodate small groups of up to 10 youth.

Scouts, youth groups, neighbors, and afterschool groups are welcome at the WRC. Larger (school) classes interested in watershed education programs should contact Lynn Vanderkamp at 503-823-5281.

Download PDF brochure of WRC youth programs: programs.pdf (486 kB)

Outdoor & offsite opportunities available for community organizations, congregations, or neighborhoods:

  • bike or driving tours of the Vermont Creek or Tryon Creek watershed

  • guided walks in Gabriel Park
  • restoration & stewardship activities in your area
  • presentations & outreach displays, with or without kids' activities at your site (great for summer block parties or fairs!)


For more information about these opportunities, contact Jen, WRC Education Coordinator at watershedcenter@spiritone.com or 503-823-2862.