North Portland was once home to the city of Vanport, where thousands of shipyard workers, African-Americans and World War II veterans lived before a devastating flood in 1948. On this nature walk on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, participants will learn about the culture and history of Vanport while learning about the birds and wetlands of Smith and Bybee Natural Area.
Cost: free
Ages: all ages
Difficulty: easy
Pets policy: To protect plants, wildlife and people, Metro does not allow pets at most regional parks and natural areas. Pets can damage sensitive habitat and threaten wildlife the region has worked to protect. In natural areas where dogs are not allowed, people see more wildlife and get closer to it. Seeing-eye dogs or other service animals are allowed. Please bring cleanup materials.
This event is wheelchair accessible.