Join us in celebrating Portland Parks & Rec’s 21st Annual No Ivy Day with Johnson Creek Watershed Council. Volunteers will spend the morning in the Back 5 Community Habitat Enhancement Project area removing ivy from the riparian zones and off trees to make room for native species.  

Leach Garden, together with Wisdom of the Elders, the Blueprint Foundation, David Douglas High School, the African Youth & Community Organization, Johnson Creek Watershed Council, and experts from Portland Parks & Recreation, Portland Bureau of Environmental Services and many dedicated volunteers are restoring several acres to healthy habitat - all without the use of herbicides. The project provides hands-on educational and community science opportunities, with an emphasis on historically disenfranchised youth and adults. In addition to restoration steps, we assess and analyze change through surveys of plants, amphibians and macroinvertebrates.

The Back 5 is a habitat restoration project in progress and not currently open to the public. Volunteers will be hiking and working off-trail on uneven ground. Please dress for the weather, wear sturdy, closed-toed shoes, and bring a water bottle.  Instruction, tools, gloves, water and snacks will be provided. The Back 5 is not currently ADA accessible. Recommended for kids 8 years and up.

Questions? Contact Program Director Jami LeBaron.

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Take an autumn stroll around the aerial tree walk while enjoying the unique and eclectic sounds of Amber Russell, a Portland-based fingerstyle guitarist. With over 25 years of musical experience, Amber has become a prominent figure in the fingerstyle community. This performance is presented by Curbside Serenade, a Non-Profit that brings public performances to non-traditional spaces. Free with Garden admission.

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The Botanical Boo! Bash is sold out. We are sorry that we cannot accept walk-ups as the garden will be at capacity.

Join us for an enchanting afternoon as the Garden transforms into a magical realm filled with tricks and treats! Costumes are highly encouraged for all ages. Don’t miss out on this magical Halloween celebration!

Enjoy trick or treating, a scavenger hunt, live music from Jessa & the Saplings, the Belmont Goats in their Halloween best, crafts, snacks and a Book Giveaway courtesy of SMART (Start Making A Reader Today).

Join arborists Nicholas Tompulis and William Tanguay from Bartlett Tree Experts for a hands-on workshop on proper tree planting techniques following ISA standards. Held in the Far Meadow of the garden, this informative session will guide participants through the best practices for selecting, planting,  and caring for trees to ensure long-term health and growth. Whether you’re a novice or experienced gardener, this workshop will provide valuable insights on sustainable tree care.

This event occurs rain or shine, come prepared to get your hands dirty and learn from experts in the field. This walk is included with $5 admission, and pre-registration is required to save your space.

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