Nearby Nature

Nearby Nature Nearby Nature is a non-profit education group dedicated to fostering appreciation of nature nearby. Why? Because these folks knew something important.

Nearby Nature was established in 1992 by a group of inspired local naturalists and educators. People of all ages, from the tiniest tots to the wisest elders, thrive when they connect with nature nearby. Since 1992, Nearby Nature's staff and volunteers have served tens of thousands of local children, adults, families, and teachers. We have also worked with thousands of volunteers and numerous community organizations. Every year, kids in our programs spend 28,000+ hours outside!

08/20/2026

It was a busy day for our Dragonfly group in the Squirrel Kitchen! Here is a glimpse into their time as "professional" Nearby Nature chefs.🌱

WE HAVE A FEW SPACES IN ANIMAL ADVENTURES! (Ages 4-5): Beavers and squirrels and moles, oh my! Learn about park mammals ...
08/07/2026

WE HAVE A FEW SPACES IN ANIMAL ADVENTURES! (Ages 4-5): Beavers and squirrels and moles, oh my! Learn about park mammals as you hunt for hidden homes, search for tracks and traces, and check out real animal pelt and bone specimens. Tell critter tales, do a Hopsticle Course, and create creature art! August 10-14th, 1-4pm, Alton Baker Park
Register Here: https://buff.ly/SyVmGeY

Register online for Summer Daycamps, No School Days, Wonder Keepers Preschool, Natural Neighbors After School, Green Start Play Days, Nature Quests, Haunted Hike, and Community Science Saturdays. If you’re a teacher, request a school program.

Staff Spotlight! 🌟 We would like to highlight Lead Instructor Esmé and Teacher Intern Kate! These two bring such a speci...
08/07/2026

Staff Spotlight! 🌟

We would like to highlight Lead Instructor Esmé and Teacher Intern Kate! These two bring such a special spirit to our Nearby Nature team, and have both been pivotal in making our day camps educational, creative, and fun for campers and staff alike. Here is a note about Teacher Intern Kate's experience with Nearby Nature!

“Working here at Nearby Nature has been an incredible experience. Each different camp group varies greatly in personalities and expertise, and it has been so lovely to witness all of the kids grow and flourish here!”

A huge thank you to Esmé and Kate. You both are truly amazing!☀️

Food Forest Foragers! The plum trees are full of fruit and certainly delicious!💫
08/07/2026

Food Forest Foragers! The plum trees are full of fruit and certainly delicious!💫

08/04/2026

A tour of our beautiful home base for Nearby Nature🌱

We are so lucky to host all Nearby Nature participants in the green heart of Eugene - Alton Baker Park. By conserving and protecting this land, we are able to continue to live out our mission in fostering appreciation of nature nearby, and provide necessary tools for ecological living. 🌲

While learning about the water cycle, our Blue Heron group got crafty this week with these beautiful beaded fish keychai...
08/01/2026

While learning about the water cycle, our Blue Heron group got crafty this week with these beautiful beaded fish keychains!🐠 🐟️

This craft was full of colors, creativity, and was something special for our campers to take home from this beautiful summer day!

You'll find us in the trees.🌲🌳The classic summer hang-out spot has been a favorite of the summer day campers this year.
07/15/2026

You'll find us in the trees.🌲🌳

The classic summer hang-out spot has been a favorite of the summer day campers this year.

What we've been up to the past couple weeks at summer daycamps!💫 🦋 From playing in the canoe canal, diving into new book...
07/07/2026

What we've been up to the past couple weeks at summer daycamps!💫 🦋

From playing in the canoe canal, diving into new books, and making lots of clever crafts, we have been having so much fun laughing, learning, and spending time in nearby nature.

A glimpse into our Edible Schoolyard here at Nearby Nature!🌱 🪴 This food garden is at the heart of Nearby Nature, and is...
07/02/2026

A glimpse into our Edible Schoolyard here at Nearby Nature!🌱 🪴

This food garden is at the heart of Nearby Nature, and is enjoyed by various members of our community. We could not thank our amazing land stewards enough for their time and dedication so our gardens can thrive and flourish! ☀️

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622 Day Island Road
Eugene, OR
97401

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+15416879699

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