Nature Park Interpretive Center
| 15655 SW Millikan Way Beaverton, OR 97006 phone 503/629-6350 fax 503/629-6351 |
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Birthday Parties
Combine a one-hour nature program with a party room full of windows and you’ve got the makings of a great birthday party for a maximum of 12 children. We provide kid-sized tables and chairs, additional seating for adults, and memorable nature experiences during one-hour guided programs. You bring the cake, drinks and paper goods. The private room with sinks and countertops is yours for 2½ hours, including your decorating, clean-up and program time. At your request, we can provide you with 14 personalized birthday invitations to send to your guests. In addition to the fees listed below, a refundable security deposit of $100 is due at the time of reservation.
Birthday Packages
Stories in the Forest Walk
The forest has been a source of wonder to people for generations. Join us on a journey of discovery and hear some tales about the plants and animals that live in the forest.
Months available: Year-round
Ages: 4-5 years
Fee: $155
Wild Habitats
Explore the forests and wetlands of the park with a guide. Through fun activities and inquiry, we’ll discover which animals live in which habitat and what they need to survive.
Months available: Year-round
Ages: 6-10 years
Fee: $155
Out of Your Shell
An instructor will lead the birthday child and guests on an indoor learning exploration about frogs, turtles, and other reptiles and amphibians. After getting to see some of these amazing creatures up close, we’ll do a fun craft, and if there’s time, we'll play some games.
Months available: October through March
Ages: 4-6 years
Fee: $161
Amazing Mammals
We’ll stay inside to take a close-up look at what makes our native mammals unique. Our senses will come in handy as we use hands-on activities and games to discover all sorts of cool facts about these mammals, including the interactions between predators (such as coyotes) and their prey.
Months available: October through March
Ages: 6-8 years
Fee: $161
Bona Fide Birds
Birds are unique in many ways, but during your guest's time indoors with our instructor, explore bird bones, feathers, and what they eat. Cool taxidermied bird specimens and activities will get the kids excited, and a handmade birdfeeder to take home will get the youngsters looking for birds in their own backyards.
Months available: October through March
Ages: 5-7 years
Fee: $161
Bug Safari
We’ll head out on a trek for some of the smallest residents on the planet. Using magnifiers and nets, we’ll search along the trails for spiders, centipedes and other spineless creatures.
Months available: April through October
Ages: 5-10 years
Fee: $155
Nature Goody Boxes
For only $6 we will prepare a nature-themed goody box for your party. Your reusable 100 percent recycled brown box, with nesting material, includes a junior naturalist notebook and pen and sticker/tattoo book. We have many other fun nature-themed items that you can add to your box.
Reserve today!
You can reserve a time slot up to one year in advance, but please call at least two weeks prior to your preferred date. Our staff is happy to check availability, answer questions, and book your birthday party.
Available time slots 
Weekdays
1:30-4 p.m.
September through May
5:15-7:45 p.m.
May through September
Weekends (year-round)
9:15-11:45 a.m.
1:15-3:45 p.m.
Buy a nature gift!
Still looking for a great gift for your birthday child? Check the Nature Store located in the Nature Park Interpretive Center with lots of great toys for all ages! From books to stuffed animals, you can find the perfect nature gift for your child. Profits from the store go directly toward educational programs and park improvements.
