If you want to see art, then the First Friday event is where it's at. The event exposes the city's best galleries, exhibit openings, alternative art venues and more. Hosted by Portland's Eastside art galleries, this event takes place the first Friday of every month, and guarantees the best the city's art scene has to offer.
Explore the habitat of some of Portland's native wildlife at the Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge. The refuge is home to a variety of creatures, including about 200 species of birds, 50 species of mammals, and 25 species of reptiles and amphibians. Be sure to check out the exhibits at the Wildlife Center to learn a little more about the wildlife you'll see as you venture through the outdoor preserve.
Enjoy a soak in a nature-provided hot tub at Bagby Hot Springs. This cozy natural tub is created by two hot springs flowing together into a rush of cold springs, creating a 136-degree relaxing oasis. These hot springs have three bathhouses that include communal hot tubs, private stalls, and “canoe-style tubs” - take your pick and get ready to relax.