Outdoors · Portland, OR

Conifer Identification: Science and Stroll

Sun, December 6, 2026 · 1:00 PM Pacific

Hoyt Arboretum, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd., Portland, OR 97221 — see original event for meeting point
Portland, OR

About this event

Evergreen doesn't mean identical! Hoyt Arbroetum's renowned conifer collection makes it the perfect classroom for learning to tell our Northwest conifers apart - by needle, cone, bark, and habit - with stories of the redwoods, cedars, and true firs along the way. This program will be outdoors rain or shine. Plan for a moderate walk on maintained, dirt trails. Class size is limited and pre-registration is required Registration closes Saturday, December 5th at 4:00pm Additional details will be emailed one week prior to the program About the Instructor: Ruth Williams is a consulting arborist and plant enthusiast with degrees in Horticulture and Landscape Architecture from UC Davis. Working as a local consulting arborist, she helps preserve trees for future generations. She teaches and guides interpretive hikes on a wide variety of ecological subjects. Additional Program and Accessibility Information: Please review our adult education policies. Learn more about Visitor Center accessibility and paved trail options. We offer discounted program rates if you participate in an Oregon income assistance program. Please email programs@hoytarboretum.org for more information. Members of Hoyt Arboretum Friends can sign up for classes at discounted rates.

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