The next time you wind your way along the sunny switchbacks of the Overlook Trail, you may spy some conspicuously non-tree additions to our living plant collections. On one exposed patch of soil, knee-high starts of milkweed and coneflower sway bravely in the summer sun. These small plants, often valued for their pollinator impact, are … Read more
How many animals do you know that live in trees? The classics like squirrels, birds, and maybe even raccoons might come to mind. But have you ever given any thought to beetle galleries? These are the patterns created by bark beetles as they eat away at old, decaying trees and were one of many habitat … Read more
¿Cuántos animales sabes que viven en los árboles? Probablemente, piense en los clásicos como las ardillas, los pájaros o, posiblemente, los mapaches. ¿Pero, alguna vez has pensado sobre las galerías de escarabajos? Esas son los patrones creados por los escarabajos de la corteza mientras comiendo la madera vieja y en descomposición. También, son uno de … Read more
Happy summer! If you’re looking to get outside, get moving, and connect with nature and community, Hike with Hoyt is back! Join us at Hoyt Arboretum for twice-weekly guided hikes every Wednesday and Saturday from 10am–12pm, now through October! Whether you’re new to Portland or just new to hiking, this is a great way to … Read more
Two years ago, when I started out as Hoyt Arboretum’s Collections Intern, I had never imagined that I would work with kids. I had done a practicum on Natural Dyes in college, where I created and presented educational content to my peers, but I never thought that I would go beyond educating my fellow college … Read more