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Wetland Wander:
Walk Leader: Hugh Prichard (he/him)
Hugh Prichard is a retired businessman and civic leader. He has worked with over 20 nonprofit and government organizations throughout a 40+ year career in Eugene. He is a Master Gardener through OSU Extension and has lived on the property adjacent to the Laurelwood Bog for over 50 years.He began to design and build the bog 14 years ago and works on it with his grandsons almost every day.
About the Walk:
The Laurelwood Bog is on both private land and Laurelwood Golf Course land, and it participates in the Eugene Adopt-a-Park program. The growth of the native flora has been surprising and gratifying, with mature shrubs 10 to 15 feet tall and willows over 40 feet tall. Over 113 native species have been planted and most, but not all, have survived. The Laurelwood Bog is accessible during all daylight hours. Hugh will lead us through the bog for the first half of the wander, then attendees will get the opportunity to do some self-guided exploration at the site. For more info, contact hugh@prichardpartners.com or info@wewetlands.org.
Wander Location:
Laurelwood Bog (2671 Emerald St, Eugene, OR 97403)
Directions:
From Downtown Eugene turn right on Pearl St., then turn left onto E 19th Ave. Turn right onto Patterson St., then left onto E 24th Ave. Finally, turn right onto Emerald St. and the destination will be on your left.
Upcoming Events!
Reptile and Amphibian Day!
When: Saturday, May 10 from 9 – 11 am
Location: East Kirk Park (27183 Orchard Rd, Junction City, OR 97448)
Explore Fern Ridge with US Army Corp of Engineers guides Christopher Pearl and Kathleen Smith as they lead a scenic walk with stops at key lookout points to observe local turtles, frogs, and more. After the tour, enjoy family-friendly activities—including the chance for some up-close critter encounters! The walk is easy and mostly flat, covering about half a mile.
**Park along Orchard Rd if the lot is full.
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.