Upcoming Events
First Friday at Minthorn Mercantile
Kick off the flower season at First Friday!
My first event of the year will be at Minthorn Mercantile in Newberg. Come say hi, treat yourself to some fancy tulips, and visit all the local shops as everyone gets ready for spring.
Newberg: A Taste of Truffle Market
A Taste of Truffle Market
From Taste Newberg: On Saturday, March 7, our third annual Taste of Truffle Market will be held at the Chehalem Cultural Center. Expect a full day of tastings, vendors, and demonstrations dedicated to all things truffle. Then, wander into Downtown Newberg to experience more truffle offerings.
Big Oak will be a vendor at the market sharing all the early spring blooms like fancy tulips and daffodils. Come out and say hi, and sample some delicious food and wine! More event details here.
Queer Wildflower Walk
Hey local queers - let’s get outside and enjoy the spring blooms together!
RSVP for Free Below
Join us for a free Wildflower Walk on May 2nd at 5 PM at Champoeg State Park. The camas and fritillary will be in bloom and there’s no better time to wander the trails and fields together in search of spring beauty.
This will be a casual, low-key walk - perfect for taking in the sights, chatting with new friends, and reconnecting with nature. We’ll stroll for an hour or two on a mix of paved trails and muddy fields. Weather permitting, we’ll stick around after for a relaxed picnic lunch.
What to bring:
Waterproof shoes or boots (it might be muddy!)
Layers for changing weather: sunscreen, sweaters, raincoats, hats
Binoculars or a camera
Wildflower or bird ID books
Snacks, water, and snacks if you want to hang out after
Meetup Info:
Date: Saturday, May 2nd
Time: 5 PM
Location: Champoeg State Park - Please RSVP so I can email you the exact meetup location!
Cost: Free to attend, but note that the state park charges $10 for parking (or it’s free with an Annual Parking Permit)
Let’s go hunt for some flowers and meet new friends!
We’re Hayden & Madeline - a queer couple who live just across the road on our flower farm. The Champoeg area has been my Hayden’s home for six generations and we’re excited to share some of my favorite wildflower spots with you. Living in a rural area can be isolating, so we wanted to create a space for small-town queers (and our allies!) to connect, explore, and enjoy the beauty of spring together.
Mother's Day Pop-Up at Pulp & Circumstance
Get your bouquets and other goodies at the Big Oak pop-up at the cutest shop in Newberg, Pulp & Circumstance!
Spring Edible Garden Festival
Visit us Mother’s Day Weekend in McMinnville!
This year we’ll be a vendor at the Edible Garden Festival. We’ll have special Mother’s Day bouquets, or you can pre-order to pick up at the market. Contact me here to arrange a pre-order or request a special bouquet for the mother in your life.
About the Event
From the Edible Landscapes website: A vibrant street festival the day before Mother's Day, at which we distribute 4,000+ free seedlings to community members. At retail, these plants would cost over $15k. Giving these seedlings away encourages individuals to start their own gardens and improves access to fresh food. Community partners aligned with our mission join us at this festival to offer information, products, and fun activities for all ages that further enhance the sense of hope and community.
Queer Nature Walk at Champoeg State Park
Join us for our final Free Queer Nature Walk of 2025!
Come take in the beauty of the prairie at sunset - wide open meadows, so many birds, forest trails along the river, and a welcoming queer community. After our walk, bring a picnic and stick around to relax and connect with new friends.
RSVP below
This will be a casual, low-key walk, perfect for chatting, nature-spotting, and just enjoying each other’s company. We’ll stroll for an hour or two along a mix of paved paths and uneven grassy fields, so wear comfy shoes.
A little about me: I’m Hayden - a queer woman who lives just across the road on my flower farm. My family has called Champoeg home for six generations, and I’m excited to share some of my favorite outdoor spots with you. Living rural can feel isolating, so I started these meetups as a way for small-town queers (and our allies!) to connect, explore, and find each other.
Meetup Details:
Date: Saturday, October 4th
Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Oak Grove Parking Lot at Champoeg State Park
Cost: Free! (Note: State park parking is $10 or free with an Annual Permit)
Bring a friend and come hang out!
Morning U-Pick Hours
Visit the Flower Farm!
This is a casual U-Pick experience. Show up any time between 9am and Noon and pick your own flowers in the field. $30 per person, sign up below!
Queer Flower Hour U-Pick
This U-Pick is for the queers & allies! 🌈
Let’s gather in in the flower field for a chill evening of flower-picking and community-building. This is an alcohol-free event intended to be a safe, welcoming opportunity for queers to experience the outdoors.
Hosted by Hayden & Madeline, your favorite queer farm girls.
Farm Store Grand Opening
Come say hi & Visit the Flower Farm!
I’ve been hard at work cleaning up our little farm store on the property and getting it ready for visitors. It’s the perfect little studio space to make bouquets and meet with customers.
Come visit us Saturday morning to say hi and walk around the garden!
7778 Champoeg Rd NE
St. Paul, OR 97137
Queer Meetup: Sunset Nature Walk at Champoeg
Join us for a Queer Nature Walk at Sunset on July 18th at Champoeg State Park! Free to join, just RSVP to get the details.
Build your Own Bouquet Bar - Something Sweet Pop-Up
Come hang out at Mac Market on Thursday evening and Build your Own Bouquet at the Big Oak Bouquet Bar!
Along with Honey Pie Pizza, Sweet & Surly Baking Co will be there with their delicious treats. I’ll have pre-made bouquets along with a ton of flowers for you to build your own bouquet!
Join me 4-7pm
Queer Wildflower Walk
This event was more popular than I thought and I’ve reached max RSVPs!! I will definitely be hosting more in the future, join my email list for updates
Hey local queers - let’s get outside and enjoy the spring blooms together!
RSVP for Free Below
Join us for a free Wildflower Walk on May 10th at 10am at Champoeg State Park. The camas and fritillary will be wrapping up their bloom season, and there’s no better time to wander the trails and fields together in search of spring beauty.
This will be a casual, low-key walk - perfect for taking in the sights, chatting with new friends, and reconnecting with nature. We’ll stroll for an hour or two on a mix of paved trails and muddy fields. Weather permitting, we’ll stick around after for a relaxed picnic lunch.
I’m Hayden - a queer woman who lives just across the road on my new flower farm. The Champoeg area has been my family’s home for six generations and I’m excited to share some of my favorite wildflower spots with you. Living in a rural area can be isolating, so I wanted to create a space for small-town queers (and our allies!) to connect, explore, and enjoy the beauty of spring together.
What to bring:
Waterproof shoes or boots (it might be muddy!)
Layers for changing weather: sunscreen, sweaters, raincoats, hats
Binoculars or a camera
Wildflower or bird ID books
Snacks, water, and a picnic lunch if you want to hang out after
Meetup Info:
Date: Saturday, May 10th
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Riverside Day Use Area/parking lot at Champoeg State Park
Cost: Free to attend, but note that the state park charges $10 for parking (or it’s free with an Annual Parking Permit)
RSVP below to get an email reminder and any updates before the event.
Let’s go hunt for some flowers and meet some queer friends!
