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Salmon homecoming at Oxbow

Oct. 10, 11, 17 and 18

Spicy scents of autumn trees, giant golden leaves on maples, silvery chatter of water ouzels in the river and kinglets in the conifers. These are the smells, sights and sounds of Oxbow Regional Park in the autumn. Come witness the return of wild salmon to one of the Pacific Northwest’s premier rivers – the glacier-fed Sandy – just 45 minutes from downtown Portland.

On the second and third weekends in October, enjoy guided salmon walks and a salmon viewing station on both Saturdays and Sundays. On Saturdays only, go on a guided mushroom walk in the ancient forest.

Salmon viewing station
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Guided salmon walk with Metro naturalist
1 to 2:30 p.m.
Naturalists are on hand at the river’s edge to help spot spawning salmon and interpret their behavior and life cycle. Special salmon-viewing glasses are available on loan. Walks proceed rain or shine; dress for the weather. The trail is unpaved and fairly level; wear good walking shoes. Inquire at the entry booth for starting location of the walks and location of the salmon-viewing station then follow the signs to the salmon! Suitable for all ages.

Mushroom walk
2:30 to 4 p.m.
Join naturalist James Davis for an exploration of the abundant fungi in Oxbow’s ancient forest. On this beginner’s mushroom walk, learn the basics of mush-rooms and other fungi and how to go about identifying this complicated group of strange and fascinating life forms. While not all specimens are identified, this introduction will deepen your appreciation of the amazing variety of shapes, colors, textures and smells that make these life forms so intriguing. Suitable for adults and children 12 and older. Meet at group picnic area A (Alder) at 2:15 p.m.

Programs are free with a $5 per vehicle entry fee to the park. Registration not required. Leave pets at home. For more information, call 503-797-1650. Hosted by Metro

Learn about the history of salmon and the Sandy River

Saturday, Oct 10

All day event

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