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Wetland Wander:
Walk Leader: John Winquist (he/him)
John and his family have been, and continue to be high-level consumers of parks and open spaces. In collaboration with his wife, Pem, they are honored to support the “Rivers to Ridges” vision. The Eugene Parks Foundation is part of Pem and John’s commitment to “pay it forward” for parks.
About the Walk:
“The Forest Ranch Property is a 73 acre property located near Lorane Highway and McBeth roads, across from the Spencer Creek Grange. The property has approximately 1/2 mile of frontage on two branches of Spencer Creek. This tranquil wilderness, with its mature woodlands and the meandering Spencer Creek, offers a rare intact natural sanctuary in close proximity to Eugene and other conservation properties Comprising approximately 70% mixed woodlands and 30% open meadow, this parcel has remained untouched by logging for over 75 years, boasting a rich tapestry of mature trees including douglas fir, cedar, oak, and pine (Eugene Parks Foundation, 2024).” Depending on the level of Spencer Creek, the walk will be about an hour and a half, mostly level walk with some planks over mud.
Wander Location:
Forest Ranch (86013 Lorane Hwy, Eugene, OR 97405*)
*noting that this address is actually for Spencer Creek Grange, but will get you to our meeting location
Directions:
Red arrow indicates where to meet.
Upcoming Events!
Stewardship Workshop #2: Backyard Restoration
When: Saturday, June 28 from 10 – 11:30 am
Location: Red House, 751 S Danebo Ave, Eugene, OR 97402
Join WREN and Lawn Be Gone for a workshop on backyard restoration! Learn how to transform your outdoor space with rain gardens—a beautiful and eco-friendly solution for your yard. Marisa and Cady will cover everything you need to know, including what rain gardens are, how to build them, and the many benefits they offer for both your landscape and local wildlife.
This workshop will be held in person at the WREN office. Although this is a free event, we’d appreciate it if you RSVP using this link or via email (info@wewetlands.org) by June 20th.
We will see you there!!
For questions, please contact:
Rachel Schneiderman, Programs Coordinator at the Willamette Resources and Educational Network (WREN) at info@wewetlands.org or call 541-338-7047.