A place for contemplation, recreation, research, and nature gazing, the 28-acre watershed on the Reed College campus is teeming with life.
Picture yourself under a rich canopy of Douglas fir, bigleaf maple, and a host of other trees. Maybe you spot a northwestern salamander slither under a sword fern, or see a cluster of Pholiota mushrooms on a fallen alder branch, or witness a great blue heron stealthily hunting for carp. You never know what a stroll through the canyon has in store for you.
Learn about the animals, plants, and fungi who play a vital role in this beautiful ecosystem.
The wildest Reedies aren't necessarily the ones you see at a Dustbin party.
Can you tell duckweed from a deer fern? Check out our plant guide.
The canyon's ecosystem makes a perfect home for the growth of fungi.
Removal of non-native plants is the focus of canyon restoration efforts.
Learn about the work being done to improve the canyon's habitat.