At Hoyt Arboretum, the vibrant tapestry of our community is woven by the hands of passionate volunteers, like Sarah Tsai. Sarah’s story is one of personal connection, environmental stewardship, and a deep-rooted commitment to sharing the joy of nature with others. Finding a Place to Grow For Sarah, plants are more than just a hobby—they’re … Read more
Just for a moment, close your eyes and think back. Do you remember your first walk in a forest? Can you hear soft footfalls on the trail as leaves rustle above? Smell the sweet scent of fir? Feel the rough bark against your fingertips? For many of us, these “firsts” were experienced before we could … Read more
On a quintessential Portland fall day (warm and with a torrential downpour), a group of 10 volunteers forwent their cozy cafe Saturday to pull English ivy at Hoyt Arboretum. This late October Crew marked Portland Parks & Recreation’s 21st annual No Ivy Day, and our final Saturday Crew of the season. English ivy is one … Read more
Rain in the forecast may seem like a bummer for fall visits to the Arboretum, but predictable rainfall in combination with the still-warm soil temperatures makes it a really good time to plant trees! And, that’s exactly what Hoyt’s nature educators did this month. Nature educators lead youth programs at Hoyt Arboretum, including school field … Read more
Hoyt Arboretum Friends hosted our 37th annual Arborists in the Arboretum event last month where 125 arborists from more than 35 companies in the Portland area volunteered to care for our global tree collection. Every year, Curator Martin Nicholson creates a work list with priority jobs that only professional arborists can complete, including removing deadwood, … Read more