Nature + Outdoors

Wilsonville Pathfinder Program

This activity booklet will take you through the wonders of Memorial park. Follow the map to help fill in the clues and complete the journey through the park. Happy Exploring!

The park classroom

Welcome to The Park Classroom- created by Wilsonville Parks and Rec Staff. This is a weekly short video series that highlights some of the great learning opportunities nature provides us. 

nature journaling

This YouTube series will guide you through a several videos on how to create your very own nature journal!

national park tours

Perfect for the armchair adventurer- explore the national parks from your couch through these virtual tours

Wilsonville Library Daily Scavenger Hunts

Sharpen Observation and Conversation Skills with the Daily Library Scavenger Hunts (#WVLibraryScavengerHunt) Every weekday morning Wilsonville Library shares a scavenger hunt that can be done at home. Walking the dog? Working in the garden? Playing inside? Take or draw pictures, tell stories, and sharpen your family observation skills while playing the daily challenge. You can even share your finds on the library’s FB, Twitter, or Instagram.

Willamette Water Trail

Grab a paddle, and discover the remarkable Willamette River – on the Willamette River Water Trail! Flowing through forests, meadows, parks, farms, and cities large and small, our nationally recognized water trail connects communities and visitors to Oregon’s celebrated Willamette Valley, and provides an accessible adventure in the heart of the Pacific Northwest. Canoe, kayak, SUP, raft or drift boat- all of these craft can be used at Willamette Water Trail campsites. Take an hour, an afternoon, or multiple days to explore this wonderful river. Go ahead, soak it up!