Central Oregon Bitterbrush Broads • Entered by Rynda Clark on May 12, 2022
Metolius Hike with Botanist
May 12, 2022 – May 12, 2022
Participants and Hours
| Pre Planning hours | 3 |
| Post Admin hours | 2 |
| Activity Hours | 7 |
| Participants | 7 |
| Total Hours | 54 |
Key Issue: Public Lands Health & Protection
Activity Type: Education & Outreach (tabling, films & lectures, regional B-walks/works)
Landscape/area: Deschutes National Forest (1612218 acres)
Measurable Outcomes
Outcome 1: Event Attendees (7 )
Short Description of Activity
Botanist Scott Bowler led the 7 mile hike along the restored Metolius river. He identified plants, plant edibles, and genus, as well as identifying trees, their fire protection or hazards. Scott also pointed out wild flowers and invasive species.
Reflection/Evaluation
The goal was to learn about healthy (and unhealthy) riparian areas, the botany, the restoration that has occurred along the Metolius, spring fed rivers. Also, the role of fisheries and salmon recovery.
Photos/Uploads
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Photo Captions
Scott Bowler, botanist, teaching broads hikers about plants.