Ring of Fire

On Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, there will be an annular solar eclipse almost fully visible from right here in Ashland! During an annular solar eclipse, the apparent size of the Moon’s disk is slightly smaller than the apparent size of the Sun’s disk. Therefore, only the outer edge … Read More

A world-class birder’s paradise, Malheur National Wildlife Refuge is located in remote and beautiful southeastern Oregon. While Malheur is the main draw in the area, there are many birding hotspots nearby including Steens Mountain and the lush floodplain around the city of Burns.  Harry Fuller, birding guide and author has written a … Read More

Join our local mushroom expert Mike Potts for a slow-paced, off-trail walk through the woods and learn your way around the world of wild fungi. The emphasis will be on finding fungi and learning about identification and the diversity of mushroom species and how to sustainably harvest wild mushrooms. Edible … Read More

Join us for food and live music First Friday May 1st.
5-7 pm Trebled Souls. Local favorites!! Trebled Souls features six super talented musicians who sing, play bass, guitar, percussion, keyboard, trumpet, and harmonica. They play an eclectic mix of jazzy, soulful, and have fun putting their own twist … Read More

We are open until 8 pm on Friday evenings through the summer. Tacos Libertad, serves incredible tacos every Friday evening from 5-8 pm. Cornhole and pickleball will be set up for some outdoor fun.

Join us this Friday Evening July 14th for a night of community featuring a live musical proformance … Read More

We are open until 8 pm on Friday evenings through the summer. Join us for food and live music this First Friday. The Nature Shop will be closing at 8, but music will continue after closing hours.

Food and Activities:

Tacos Libertad, serves incredible tacos every Friday evening from 5-8 pm. Cornhole … Read More

We are open until 8 pm on Friday evenings through the summer. Tacos Libertad, serves incredible tacos every Friday evening from 5-8 pm. Cornhole and pickleball will be set up for some outdoor fun.

Live Music
Friday June 16th 5:30 – 7:30  pm Traditional Irish music

Friday June 23rd 5:30 – 7:30  pm … Read More

Harry Fuller, author, birding guide and former resident of Ashland, will discuss the habits and habitat of the elusive great Gray Owl. Jackson County is a hotspot for this species. This county may have more resident Great Gray Owls than all of California, where it is endangered. Thankfully, … Read More

FIRST FRIDAY IS CANCELED TODAY MAY 5TH BECAUSE OF PREDICTED RAINS. THE MUSICIANS CANT PLAY IN THE RAIN SO WE WILL POSTPONE OUR FIRST FRIDAY CELEBRATION TO JUNE!

Join us in our alley on First Friday, Friday May 5th  5:30-8 pm for community celebration of good food, music and … Read More