When I have limited time for a nature walk and want to search out an interesting place to explore that’s close to home, I often end up at an urban wetland tucked away just off the beaten asphalt path. Here are some photos from two I’ve visited recently: Koll Center Wetlands in Beaverton, and Smith and Bybee Lakes in Portland.
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I have a few favorite spots like this too. My favorite is behind Blue Origin (Bezos space compsny) near where I live. Some pretty cool finds you have there!
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