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Join THPRD for a Bark Day Pawty at Garden Home Park on Sunday, October 8 from 9:00-11:30am with fun activities for people and pups of all ages, including free giveaways.
Read More »THPRD is seeking community input about a possible future dog run at Garden Home Park.
Read More »Join THPRD for a community presentation and meeting about the improvements coming to Willow Creek Greenway.
Read More »The Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District is encouraging community members to apply for openings on the district’s three Advisory Committees and Budget Committee. The deadline to submit applications is Monday, October 23.
Read More »THPRD is looking at options to stabilize funding for park and recreation services to maintain current service levels and to prepare for future needs and we need the public’s help.
Read More »Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici, Washington County Chair Kathryn Harrington, Beaverton Mayor Lacey Beaty, THPRD Board President Alfredo Moreno, and many other local officials toured THPRD facilities at the H.M.T. Complex today to shine a spotlight on THPRD’s application for federal grant funding to aid in infrastructure improvements to support sheltering people during emergencies.
Read More »THPRD is excited to announce that it was selected by Portland General Electric’s Drive Change Fund (DCF) to receive funding for two of the district’s latest Rec Mobiles. One of the new vehicles was on full display at this past weekend’s Big Truck Day event and will be back in action for the Tri Together Pedal Run and Dip on August 12 at the Tualatin Hills Athletic Center.
Read More »Registration for Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District’s fall programs, classes, and activities begins Saturday, August 12, at 8 am for in-district residents. Out-of-district registration starts on Monday, August 14.
Read More »Share your input on the future nature-based park at NW Heckman and 159th Ave in this community survey by Sunday, July 2.
Read More »Join THPRD for Nature Family Fun Night on Thursday, June 8 for activities for all ages, free giveaways, and an opportunity to share input on the future nature-based park coming to NW Heckman & 159th Ave.
Read More »THPRD has added new shelter locations and now offer 14 rentable shelters across the district.
Read More »THPRD beginning construction on La Raíz Park in June 2023.
Read More »THPRD is performing earthwork and habitat restoration along the Bronson Creek near the corner of NW Laidlaw & Saltzman.
Read More »Join THPRD for Nature Family Fun Night on Thursday, May 11 for activities for all ages, free giveaways, and an opportunity to learn about the improvements coming to the Willow Creek Greenway.
Read More »Join THPRD and the West Slope Neighborhood Association Committee to learn about the finalized concept plan for the Future Park at NW Pointer Rd.
Read More »Update on Multi-Purpose Sport Court Construction at Mountain View Champions Park
Read More »Update on Ridgewood Park dog run construction.
Read More »THPRD is launching the planning of a new park project in North Bethany at the southeast corner of NW Heckman Lane and 159th Ave.
Read More »THPRD has recently welcomed four long-serving staff into new roles at the district.
Read More »On May 16, 2023, an election will be held to elect board members for two positions on the THPRD Board of Directors. Positions are at-large, meaning they serve the entire district, and terms last for four years.
Read More »The Friends of the Tualatin Hills Nature Park and the Tualatin Hills Nature Center are hosting the Spring Native Plant Sale in partnership with Sparrowhawk Native Plants. Thousands of habitat friendly native plants are available as well as information about the benefits of native plants.
Read More »Registration for Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District’s spring programs, classes, and activities begins Saturday, February 25, at 8 am for in-district residents. Out-of-district registration starts on Monday, February 27.
Read More »On May 16, 2023, an election will be held to elect board members for two positions on the THPRD Board of Directors. Positions are at-large, meaning they serve the entire district, and terms last for four years.
Read More »THPRD is planning to replace the .85 mile stretch of boardwalk that meanders through the Willow Creek Greenway.
Read More »THPRD is now completing the design and permitting processfor the new dog run coming to Ridgewood Park. Construction of the dog run is anticipated in Spring 2023.
Read More »Metro approved $2,055,647 in funding for THPRD’s Beaverton Creek Trail project from Metro’s 2025-2027 Regional Flexible Funds Allocation for transportation projects.
Read More »THPRD is developing the details of the new toddler and teen areas and would like your input. Take a survey by Monday, December 26.
Read More »The Metro Council approved THPRD’s Westside Trail Pedestrian and Bicycle Bridge project for a Metro 2019 Parks and Nature Bond Trails Grant for more than $1.9 million.
Read More »THPRD is partnering with housing developers in exchange for THPRD system development credits to bring parks and trails to the South Cooper Mountain area.
Read More »Community input is helping THPRD and the City of Beaverton understand the community’s hopes for parks and open spaces in downtown Beaverton.
Read More »Holiday Gift Card Drive for Beaverton School District Families Underway
Read More »Share input on the new concept plan and name for the future park at SW Pointer Rd.
Read More »In-district registration opens Saturday, December 3, at 8:00 am.
Out-of-district registration begins on Monday, December 5, at 8:00 am.
The concept plan for Abbey Creek Park phase 2 is now in review at THRPD.
Read More »Housing developer The New Home Company is donating a natural area and a section of future park land to THPRD in exchange for developing a water quality facility on THPRD property.
Read More »Take a new survey to share your input on the layout and amenities of the future park at SW Pointer Road.
Read More »Share your input on the new concept plan for Abbey Creek Park phase 2.
Read More »Share your input on the new dog run coming to Ridgewood Park.
Read More »The Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District is encouraging community members to apply for openings on the district’s three Advisory Committees and Budget Committee.
Read More »The Tualatin Hills Nature Center is hosting the Fall Native Plant Sale in partnership with Sparrowhawk Native Plants. Thousands of habitat friendly native plants are available as well as information about the benefits of native plants.
Read More »The Washington Country Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan is being updated.
Read More »Registration for Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District’s fall programs, classes, and activities begins Saturday, August 13, at 8 am for in-district residents. Out-of-district registration starts on Monday, August 15.
Read More »Join THPRD for a Virtual Community Meeting to learn more about the permanent restrooms coming to Schiffler, Hazeldale, and Greenway Parks.
Read More »Julie Rocha and Sabrina Taylor Schmitt, two long-serving park and recreation professionals, have been recently appointed as directors at THPRD. They have been serving as interim directors since September 2021, as the district was in the midst of an organizational realignment due to the pandemic.
Read More »Share your input on the future play area at La Raíz Park by taking a community survey by Sunday, July 24.
Read More »Share your ideas about the future of Downtown Parks in a community survey by July 11.
Read More »Share your input in a community survey about funding for the Beaverton Creek Trail by Tuesday, June 21.
Read More »Share your input in a community survey about Westside Trail Bridge funding by Tuesday, June 21.
Read More »Share your input by Sunday, June 12 on play features for a new park in the Heights area development at South Cooper Mountain.
Read More »Share your ideas about the amenities you would like added to the park by taking a short survey.
Read More »The Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District is encouraging community members to apply for an opening on the district’s Audit Committee. There is one position available. The deadline to submit applications is Tuesday, May 31, 2022.
Read More »Walk, bike, or roll to join THPRD for FREE coffee, treats, and giveaways for all ages and share your input on the future park coming to SW Pointer Rd.
Read More »Join us for a Virtual Community Presentation for Phase 2 of the Abbey Creek Park design. This meeting is an opportunity for community members to learn more about the park, learn ways to share input, and ask questions.
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THPRD is beginning the second phase of planning and design of Abbey Creek Park and engaging local community members to help decide which additional amenities will be added to the undeveloped areas of the park.
Read More »THPRD is holding a Virtual Community Presentation for the future park on SW Pointer Rd. This meeting is an opportunity for community members to learn more about the new park, learn ways to share input, and ask questions.
Read More »Jared Isaksen has been selected as THPRD’s Finance Services Director/ Chief Financial Officer. As CFO, Jared will lead the district’s Finance Services team, overseeing a staff of 10.5 staff, responsible for directing the district’s fiscal operations as well as budget and accounting functions.
Read More »THPRD will begin the planning and design of a future neighborhood park along SW Pointer Rd. THPRD is excited to engage local community members to help guide the design process.
Read More »The Tualatin Hills Nature Center is hosting the Spring Native Plant Sale in partnership with Sparrowhawk Native Plants. Thousands of habitat friendly native plants are available as well as information about the benefits of native plants.
Read More »Registration for Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District’s spring programs, classes, and activities begins Saturday, February 26, at 8 am for in-district residents. Out-of-district registration starts on Monday, February 28.
Read More »The concept plan for this new trail has officially been approved by the THPRD Board of Directors.
Read More »THPRD is now finalizing the concept plan for the new multi-purpose sport court at Mountain View Champions Park.
Read More »THPRD Board of Directors supports proceeding with phase II of the Beaverton Creek Regional Trail project.
Read More »THPRD is planning a new multi-use sport court at Mountain View Champions Park.
Read More »THPRD would like your input on play features for two new parks coming to the South Cooper Mountain area. Learn more and take a short survey.
Read More »Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District is partnering with the Beaverton School District for the THPRD’s annual Holiday Giving Drive. Our goal is to help create a warmer, brighter holiday season for Beaverton School District families and students in need. Community members can bring gift cards to any open THPRD facility until Wednesday, December 15.
Read More »Registration for Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District’s winter programs, classes, and activities begins Saturday, December 4, at 8 am for in-district residents. Out-of-district registration starts on Monday, December 6.
Read More »Positions available on THPRD Budget Committee
Read More »THPRD is finalizing a concept plan and name for the New Park at SW Baker & Lombard. Please share your input by joining our upcoming virtual meeting or take a short survey.
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encouraging community members to apply for openings on the district’s three Advisory Committees and Budget Committee.
Community input is helping THPRD understand the community’s preferred features for the bridge design.
Read More »THPRD is honored to announce that the district’s visioning process was selected for two national awards: the Public Involvement Project of the Year in the United States and as the winner of the Core Values Award for Respect for Diversity, Inclusion, and Culture.
Read More »THPRD continues planning the future off-street trail connecting SW Sexton Mountain Dr to the Westside Trail near Sexton Mountain Elementary School. Please join us for our upcoming Virtual Community Review Meeting to learn about the trail alignment plan, ask questions, and share your input.
Read More »The Tualatin Hills Nature Center is hosting the Fall Native Plant Sale in partnership with Sparrowhawk Native Plants. Thousands of habitat friendly native plants are available as well as information about the benefits of native plants.
Read More »Registration for Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District’s fall programs, classes and activities begins Saturday, August 28, at 8 am for in-district residents. Out-of-district registration begins on Monday, August 30.
Read More »The for-profit affordable housing developer Wishcamper Development Partners is proposing to develop a series of parks and trails in the South Cooper Mountain area.
Take a survey to share your input on a new park in the South Cooper Mountain area.
Read More »To share your input in a future survey for the new park at SW Baker & Lombard.
Read More »Join THPRD for a free event with fun activities, music, free giveaways, and an opportunity to give input on the new park features coming to SW Baker & Lombard. Plus, meet your favorite Disney Frozen characters!
Read More »THPRD is planning a new off-street trail connecting SW Sexton Mountain Dr to the Westside Trail near Sexton Mountain Elementary School. Please join us for a Virtual Community Meeting to learn more and share input.
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Please join us for a virtual community meeting on May 20 at 6 pm. THPRD is designing a new 1.5-mile segment of the Beaverton Creek Regional Trail.
Read More »Join THPRD and Vose Elementary School for fun activities for all ages, free giveaways, and an opportunity to give input on a new park coming to SW Baker & Lombard.
Read More »THPRD Job Fair - May 19th from 3 - 6 pm
Read More »From spring to fall of 2021, THPRD will be planning a new .15-mile off-street trail connecting from the Westside Trail to SW Sexton Mountain Dr near Sexton Mountain Elementary School.
Read More »THPRD is holding a Virtual Community Meeting for the upcoming park at SW Baker and Lombard. This meeting is an opportunity for community members to learn more about the new park and provide your input through an online survey.
Read More »THPRD has many openings for part-time and seasonal summer positions.
Read More »Summer Schedule Available Online April 12
Read More »Volunteers Needed to Review THPRD Affilate Process
Read More »THPRD announces the planning and design of a future neighborhood park at the northwest corner of SW Baker St and SW Lombard Ave.
Read More »Join THPRD for the Love Your Trails celebration on Saturday, February 13 at Pioneer Park. Celebrate your local trails and Valentines’ weekend at at this walk-through celebration to enjoy family activities, free raffle and giveaways. Plus, learn about the upcoming Westside Trail bridge and share your input!
Read More »Summer Registration Opens May 1st & Summer Camps and Classes will be Posted on the website by April 12th
Read More »THPRD Announces Facility Openings in February
Read More »Opening available on THPRD Budget Committee
Read More »THPRD invites community members to view our next Property & Agency Stakeholders Virtual Meeting for the Westside Trail Bridge over Highway 26 study on Tuesday, January 26 at 2:00-3:30pm. This is an opportunity to hear project updates, learn what we heard from community members, and share your input on bridge alignment options.
Read More »THPRD Board of Directors Elections Announced
Read More »In response to Governor Brown’s announcement last week regarding the new matrix for COVID-19 risk assessment within counties, THPRD will continue its closure of facilities to the public, with the exception of registered participants in child care and preschool programs.
Read More »THPRD's Visioning Task Force honored by with community involvement award from Washington County Committee for Community Involvement
Read More »THPRD buildings will close November 18 for the statewide Two-Week Freeze.
Read More »THPRD Holiday GIFT CARD Drive - Please help us help Beaverton area Families this Season!
Read More »The Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District is encouraging community members to apply for openings on the district’s Budget Committee. There are two positions available. The deadline to submit applications is Monday, November 9, 2020.
Read More »The THPRD Planning team is holding a Virtual Community Meeting for the new Westside Trail Bridge over Highway 26 study. The virtual meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 20 at 6:00pm. This meeting is an opportunity for community members across the district to learn more about the study project, ask questions, and provide your input.
Read More »The THPRD Planning team is offering a virtual presentation and discussion about the upcoming Westside Trail Bridge over Highway 26 study. While this Property & Agency Stakeholders Virtual Meeting will be a discussion among local property owners and agency stakeholders, we are also inviting the public to share their input and ask questions.
Read More »THPRD outdoor spaces: parks, trails, and natural areas are closed through Monday, September 14th, at 8 am
Read More »Playgrounds, Outdoor Play Equipment, and Basketball Courts Open Immediately; Babette Horenstein Tennis Center to Open Sept. 14th; Some Pools to Open by the End of the Month
Read More »THPRD Announces Out of School Care options for families during the virtual school year. Online help and enrichment activities available.
Read More »THPRD Announces opening of Conestoga Recreation & Aquatic Center and Tualatin Hills Athletic Center on Monday, August 31. Updated hours of operation and new processes for accessing services. Learn more and register at www.thprd.org/portal.
Read More »Tennis Courts, Dog Parks, & Skate Parks to Open on May 23
Small Number of Outdoor Summer Camps Will Begin in July
Read More »Please join THPRD for a Virtual Town Hall on Tuesday, May 19 at 6pm to listen to revised plans for summer programming and share your input. Join the meeting at bit.ly/THPRDTownHall
Read More »Spring Term 2020 has been cancelled. Patrons will receive a refund for program or class fees. Refunds will be processed by mid-May and credits will be returned through the method of payment received.
Read More »THPRD is launching a project to explore options for the development of a pedestrian and bicycle bridge crossing over Highway 26 to connect the Westside Trail from SW Greenbrier Parkway to the NW Cornell Road.
Read More »Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District has partnered with Community Action and Project Homeless Connect to open an emergency shelter for single adults at the Elsie Stuhr Center. The emergency shelter will be in operation during the time the facility is closed to the public due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read More »Due to the unprecedented global pandemic and the accompanying closure of programs and facilities, THPRD initially placed 762 part-time and seasonal workers in unscheduled status.
Read More »The safety of THPRD guests, staff and community is our top priority and the district is taking appropriate action to limit the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). Due to this, the registration for Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District’s summer camps, programs, classes and activities has been delayed.
Read More »The Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District is launching a survey as part of the district’s ongoing community visioning effort. The survey is open to the public from Feb 20 through April 24.
Read More »On-line registration is encouraged! The fastest, easiest, and best way to register is at www.thprd.org.
Read More »Looking for a way to spend time with your sweetheart? We’ve got you covered!
Read More »The Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District (THPRD) will host an open house for families with children between the ages of 3 and 5 years old that will be starting preschool in September 2020.
Read More »The Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District (THPRD) is happy to announce the acquisition of 25-acres along Bronson Creek for wildlife habitat conservation and future public access. The site represents the largest single natural area purchase of the district’s 2008 bond measure.
Read More »Registration for Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District’s winter programs, classes and activities begins Saturday, Dec. 7 at 8 am for in-district residents.
Read More »The Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District Board of Directors announced today FREE Drop-in Activities on Veterans Day Weekend for all active-duty military members, all veterans, and their families.
Read More »Looking for something to keep you busy this Halloween season? Look no further than THPRD. We’ve got great activities for all ages!
Read More »Please join THPRD for the Cedar Hills Park Grand Re-Opening on Saturday, October 26, from 11 am to 2 pm. The park is located at 2300 SW Cedar Hills Blvd.
Read More »The Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District is encouraging community members to apply for openings on the district’s three Advisory Committees and Budget Committee. Applications are available at www.thprd.org. The deadline to submit applications is Friday, October 25.
Read More »September 9, 2019: The Tualatin Hills Nature Center is hosting the Fall Native Plant Sale on Saturday, October 5, from 10 am to 2 pm.
Read More »THPRD and Unite Oregon are partnering on a new event this year, a Welcoming Walk on Saturday, September 14 from 10 am to 12 pm at Greenway Park.
Read More »Registration for Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District’s fall programs, classes and activities begins Saturday, Aug. 17 at 8 am for in-district residents.
Read More »The newest members of the Tualatin Hills Park and Recreation District Board of Directors were sworn in at the July 23 board meeting.
Read More »Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District is announcing expanded child care and drop-in activities to offer parents options for the No School day planned for May 8.
Read More »There will be a large variety of native shrubs, ground covers, perennials and trees available for purchase. Volunteers, plant experts, a Park Ranger, and Nature Center staff, will be on-hand to help with selections to make sure you get the right plant.
Read More »After a significant community outreach process, staff are nearing completion of the plan and are seeking final feedback from community members through April 30, 2019.
Read More »Felicita is being honored for her advocacy work on behalf of Latina women and girls in Oregon. She created a community event program called Latinx Social Hour focusing on social justice issues including transgender justice and building relationships with diverse neighborhoods and communities.
Read More »The Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District (THPRD) is recruiting for a Visioning Task Force. Applications are being accepted now through April 21. THPRD needs a community-supported vision for the future of the District to influence programming, funding, and strategic planning. We are looking for diverse, multicultural, and energetic community liaisons to help get us there.
The Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District (THPRD) was honored today by the Washington County Department of Health and Human Services with the Partner in Public Health Award.
Read More »Board members have called upon district staff to participate in county-wide coordinated discussions that are expected to begin this year. In the meantime, the Board directed staff to develop the next fiscal year budget with funding that benefits affordable housing development.
Read More »THPRD hopes to make it easier for parents and guardians to attend district board meetings and participate in civic discussions.
Read More »In-district registration for 2019 winter programs, classes and activities begins Saturday, Dec. at 8 am.
Read More »ISing Choir will perform three concerts to benefit the Tualatin Hills Park Foundation. Collected donations will help fund inclusive and accessible recreation programming.
Read More »THPRD's annual Giving Drive kicks off on Nov. 19. Look for a holiday display at a district location near you. Pick a gift tag labeled with a request and bring back an unwrapped gift or gift card by Dec. 14
Read More »Mountain View Champions Park wins Oregon Recreation & Park Association's 2018 Design Award.
Read More »Welcome back the rain at this family-friendly event. Learn about the healthy habitats that newts, and their fellow forest inhabitants, need to survive.
Read More »Calling all park lovers, community enthusiasts and big idea generators: Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District needs your voice.Join one of the three Advisory Committees and help create lasting change in your parks and programs
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