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THPRD's annual homage to the newt set for Nov. 8
October 27, 2014
Rain or shine, Newt Day returns to the Tualatin Hills Nature Park on Saturday, Nov. 8, noon to 4 p.m. at the Nature Park Interpretive Center, 15655 SW Millikan Way, Beaverton.
Guests can explore, learn and observe during the district’s annual tribute to these fascinating creatures, who enjoy the seasonally wet weather more than most.
“This might be the only event in Portland where we hope it rains,” said Elisa Joy Payne, environmental education program coordinator. “Newts are happy when it rains, and this event provides an opportunity to see what makes newts so special and why they love our winter weather.”
Visitors will learn about the amazing adaptations of newts and other forest inhabitants at indoor exhibits and interactive activities hosted by THPRD nature experts. A self-guided adventure yields nearly five miles of trail and is bound to include encounters with newts and other creatures.
This family-friendly event is designed to inspire exploration of nature during the season when it is tempting to stay inside. How do newts evade predators? Why can they survive both in and out of water? Guests will leave with a better understanding of newts, their environment, and their predators.
Admission is $2 per person; children 2 and under are free.
The Tualatin Hills Nature Park is a 222-acre wildlife preserve in the heart of Beaverton that features evergreen and deciduous forests, creeks, wetlands, ponds, and meadows. The park is home to a variety of birds, mammals, and smaller creatures. Its trails network includes 1.5 miles of paved pathways plus 3.5 miles of well maintained, soft-surface trails.
For more Newt Day information, call the Tualatin Hills Nature Park Interpretive Center at 503-629-6350.
About THPRD
Formed in 1955, THPRD is the largest special park district in Oregon, spanning about 50 square miles and serving 230,000 residents in the greater Beaverton area. The district provides year-round recreational opportunities for people of all ages and abilities. Offerings include thousands of widely diverse classes and more than 90 park sites with active recreational amenities, 60 miles of trails, eight swim centers, six recreation centers and 1,400 acres of natural areas. For more information, visit www.thprd.org or call 503-645-6433.
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Contact:
Bob Wayt
Director – Communications
503/614-1218 (direct)
503/686-5134 (cell)
Date: October 27, 2014
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