Champoeg State Park – Champoeg State Heritage Area features a rare combination of history, nature, and recreation. Situated south of Newberg along the scenic Willamette River, Champoeg’s forests, fields, and wetlands recreate the landscape of a bygone era. A diversity of activities await. Enjoy walking or biking on the paved trails that pass historical landmarks and hug the river. Play the 18-hole disc golf course under the oak trees, relax at the multitude of scenic picnic areas, or fish or kayak from dock on the Willamette River.

Minto-Brown Island Park – Minto-Brown Island Park spreads out over 1,200 acres of lush, open, and wooded areas. This makes Minto-Brown Island Park not only the biggest park in Salem, but also larger than Central Park in New York City. Walk, run, or bike any of the 29 miles of trail that make up nine loops. You can also access Riverfront Park via the Peter Courtney Minto Island Bicycle and Pedestrian Bridge. Riverfront park connects to Wallace Marine Park by the Union Street Railroad Bridge.

Riverfront Park in Stayton – Get to know this 1.3-mile loop trail near Stayton, Oregon. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 23 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking and running, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.

Baskett Slough National Wildlife Refuge – Generally considered an easy route. This is a popular trail for birding, hiking, and walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are March through October. Baskett Slough National Wildlife Refuge provides habitat for a wide variety of wildlife and plants. Populations of several endangered and threatened animal and plant species can be found on the refuge, and wildlife/wildlands observation, photography, hiking, and environmental education and interpretation are some of the visitor activities allowed on the Refuge.

Baskett Slough has two trail heads. The main one is on Coville Road and is a one mile loop trail past an observation platform on top of Baskett Butte (Mt. Baldy) through Oak groves and farmlands and back to the main trail head.

Dallas Trail Loop – Check out this 1.6-mile loop trail in Dallas City Park in Dallas, Oregon. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 30 min to complete. This trail is great for running and walking, and it’s unlikely you’ll encounter many other people while exploring.

Kilchis Point Reserve Interpretive Trails –  Consisting of 200 pristine acres located adjacent to Tillamook Bay, Kilchis Point is owned, protected and maintained by the Tillamook County Pioneer Museum. The trails are home to a wide variety of native plants and animals that create a precious ecosystem. Three separate interpretive trails highlight different aspects of the area: floral and fauna; Native American heritage; and early pioneer settlement. This rich cultural history is well documented with interpretive and educational trail signs along each trail. The paved trail loop makes for an easy stride during a warm summer evening.

Hoquarton Interpretive Trail – The Hoquarton Slough once served as a water route to the City of Tillamook, Oregon, for supply, passenger, and fishing boats entering Tillamook Bay from the Pacific Ocean. Before Pioneer settlement, the Tillamook Indian Tribe hunted and fished in and around the slough’s rich natural environment. The Hoquarton Interpretive Trail was built in a cooperative effort between the City, volunteers and a number of granting agencies. The park is located along the banks of the slough just one block north of the heart of the downtown area next to the new four-lane bridge at Front Street and Highway 101. 

Miller Woods – Located three miles west of McMinnville and available for public hiking and activities, Miller Woods is an educational venue that provides a wide array of outdoor experiences for people of all ages. The diverse property has ecosystems that include hayfield, oak savannah, timber stands, ponds, and streams which are home to a variety of native plants, birds, and other wildlife. Visitors enjoy hiking, running, exploring the many natural features, discovering critters, and so much more!

Chehalem Heritage Trails – When it’s complete, this trails system will connect Newberg and Dundee, plus this Chehalem Park and Recreation District to the greater Portland Metro area and the rest of the Willamette Valley, through a series of pedestrian, biking, equestrian, and river trails. 

Silverton Senior Center – Their mission is to be the resource hub for area residents aged 50 and over. They provide social, educational, health-related and recreational opportunities in a safe, courteous and inclusive environment.

View their calendar here

Mt. Angel Community & Senior Center – They provide a gathering center for residents as well as food boxes, craft store, and senior dining site.

South Salem Senior Center – A center offering recreational activities for anyone over the age of 50. Their motto is: Seniors serving Seniors!

View their event calendar here

Center 50+ – Connects individuals age 50+  and their families to local programs and services. The senior center provides daily activities to provide social interaction and personal growth. The senior center has received accreditation by the National Institute of Senior Centers.

Classes include lapidary, woodworking, silversmithing, jewelry beading, painting, health and fitness and personal enrichment classes such as Spanish, music, gardening, and Safe Driver. Over 200 different classes are offered and are ever changing to meet the newest trends and patron/community interests.

 

Monmouth Senior Center – The Monmouth Senior Community Center was established to serve the older adults and people needing a place to gather, in Monmouth and the surrounding areas. Classes, activities, trips, and services are all offered. For more information please call the MSCC at 503-838-5678.

Dallas Area Seniors – a nonprofit organization whose mission is “to improve the quality of life for all senior citizens in the greater Dallas area.” For information on senior activities, contact the Senior Center at 503.623.8554. Click here to view their latest newsletters, which includes a calendar of events.

Tillamook: Beginner’s Tai Chi/Moving for better balanceWhen: Monday, Wednesday, Friday at Tillamook YMCA in Gymnasium 8:30- 9 and 9-10

Support Groups

• Caregiver Support Group
  • Where: NorthWest Senior & Disability Service – NWSDS 5010 E 3rd Street . Tillamook, OR 97141
  • When: 3rd Tuesday of each month, 1:30-3:00 p.m.
  • Contact: Nicole Mosley 503-815-2062; nicole.mosley@nwsds.org
• Grief Support Groups
  • Where: In person at Adventist Health Tillamook – 1000 3rd Street Conference room D, 3rd floor Tillamook, OR 97141
  • When: Every other Thursdays from 4-5pm – call to register
  • Contact: Pam Strachan  strchea@ah.org 503-815-2411
• Cancer Support Group
  • Where: In person at  Adventist Health Tillamook – 1000 3rd Street Conference room D, 3rd floor Tillamook, OR 97141
  • When: Once a month on Tuesdays from 1-2:30pm – call to register
  • Contact: Karen Layzell   layzelk@ah.org   503-815- 7564

McMinnville Senior Center – The McMinnville Senior Center offers a variety of art and special interest classes, social activities, card games, educational presentations, book discussions, support groups, and health related clinics. The Wortman Park Art Gallery, featuring masterpieces created by local artists, is located on-site.

Chehalem Senior Center – open for coffee and visitors, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. Lunch is served on Mondays and Wednesdays at 11:15 a.m. (reservation required in advance).   

The center is humming along with the return of established groups and clubs including billiards (Pool Cues), Hand and Foot, Pinochle, Mahjong, Dominos, and China painters, and even some services including foot clinic. The coffee is always on, the library is stocked, and a jigsaw puzzle awaits.

Chemeketa Community College 65+ Waiver – If you’re over 65, a disabled veteran or a dependent of a fallen or disabled service member, you may receive a waiver.

There is a form that must be filled out and an approved tuition waiver will cover the cost of 8 credits each term. Course fees must still be paid, however. Here is a link for course eligibility.

Chemeketa Community College 65+ Waiver – If you’re over 65, a disabled veteran or a dependent of a fallen or disabled service member, you may receive a waiver.

There is a form that must be filled out and an approved tuition waiver will cover the cost of 8 credits each term. Course fees must still be paid, however. Here is a link for course eligibility.

Enjoy the Golden Age Discount at Tillamook Bay Community College – Individuals 62 years of age and older are eligible for a Golden Age Discount. The Golden Age Discount applies to tuition only for credit courses. Individuals must complete an application and obtain a Golden Age Card.  Students must meet all the admission and course requirements in order to enroll in the course 

Chemeketa Community College 65+ Waiver – If you’re over 65, a disabled veteran or a dependent of a fallen or disabled service member, you may receive a waiver.

There is a form that must be filled out and an approved tuition waiver will cover the cost of 8 credits each term. Course fees must still be paid, however. Here is a link for course eligibility.