Youth Programs
Programs For Youth
We provide nature experiences for children visiting the Garden with programs geared towards preschool through high school ages. Our children’s educational program provides hands-on learning opportunities through participatory activities, summer day camp or individual art classes. Currently we offer the following educational opportunities:
- Honeybee Hike
- Art Classes
- Summer Day Camp – canceled for 2020
- Children’s Nature Fair will begin again in 2021
Please see our calendar for all current children’s education classes being offered or sign-up for email updates.
Honeybee Hike
Honeybee Hike is currently on pause through June due to covid-19. Please check back for updates.
Every Wednesday, 10:00—11:00am (March through November) for children ages 2-5 years, $3.00 per child. Leaders take small groups along garden trails encouraging children to smell flowers, touch leaves, look for insects, and to investigate nature through their senses. They also make a craft project and listen to a story. We can do special Honeybee Hikes by request, subject to availability.
Reservations required for groups of 10+ children and adults. Please submit a completed Reservation Form – located below.
Nature Fair
*CHILDREN’S NATURE FAIR WILL RETURN IN 2021 AFTER COMPLETION OF THE UPPER GARDEN DEVELOPMENT PROJECT
Leach Garden Friends and partners such as Portland Audubon, Johnson Creek Watershed Council, Friends of Outdoor School, and Portland Parks & Recreation provide a variety of family friendly informational booths, arts/crafts activities, music, games, and other hands-on activities during this fun and free, annual nature-themed event. Great for families and children ages preschool through 5th grade.
Nature Fair is held in mid-May. Please check our calendar or sign-up for e-mail updates for more information about this event.
Children’s Discovery Garden
*CHILDREN’S DISCOVERY GARDEN WILL RE-OPEN IN 2021 AFTER COMPLETION OF THE UPPER GARDEN DEVELOPMENT PROJECT
This garden is currently closed due to the Upper Garden Development Project. Please check back for updates on the new development of our new Children’s Garden.
In the meantime, the playhouse had been moved to the Far Meadow, which can be accessed by walking up along the eastern fence behind the Manor House.
Remember garden safety rules:
The playhouse is fun to climb in and climb out of but no climbing on the roof and be respectful of other children visiting.
Educational Program Guidelines
Reservation Request Form
Event Calendar
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Leach Botanical Garden
General Rules of Use
GARDEN HOURS
Monday Closed
Tuesday-Saturday 9am-4pm
Sunday 1pm-4pm
The Garden is closed for the month of January for routine maintenance. The Administrative office remains open.
HOLIDAY SCHEDULE
Open 9am-12:30pm on Thanksgiving Eve & Christmas Eve.
Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year's Day.
ADMISSION
Admission during regular Garden hours is free. Contributions are encouraged. Contributions support the operation of the Garden and our ability to offer programs and education.
Please dress for the weather, wear sturdy shoes, and feel free to bring a water bottle.
Registration
Advance registration is required for all workshops, classes and events here at the gardens. Many activities have limited seating/attendance and are first come, first serve.
GARDEN ETIQUETTE
The Garden is a smoke-free and vape-free facility under PP&R rules.
Pets are not allowed. Service animals are allowed.
Stay on the main trails. Walking in the planted areas can damage plant collection specimens.
No bicycles or similar vehicles on trails or paths.
Do not pick flowers or seeds-they are part of our collection.
Children under 12 must accompany an adult.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Visitors are welcome to take pictures of the garden for personal use. However, garden etiquette requires respect for the ability of other visitors to enjoy the garden as well as respect for the grounds themselves.
All portrait, professional, commercial photography or any photography that comprises a 'photo shoot' or has the appearance of a 'photo shoot' requires advance arrangement with our rental staff and may require a fee. Contact us by email at or by calling 971-832-9081. For more information, go to RENT.