The Crest

Open House at The Crest at Willow-Witt
2025-10-11 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Willow-Witt Ranch, Willow-Witt Ranch, 658 Shale City Road, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
Join us on Saturday, October 11th, from 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM for an afternoon at the Ranch.
Explore our beautiful 445 acres, meet the animals, and learn more about The Crest’s work connecting people of all ages with nature through camps, field trips, and community programs.
Learn more here

Winter Footprints
2026-03-15 14:00 - 16:00 | Willow-Witt Ranch, Willow-Witt Ranch, 658 Shale City Road, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
Join us for a fun and educational hike at Willow-Witt Ranch on March 15th from 2-4 PM!

This family-friendly event is open to all ages and will focus on winter tracking, which involves discovering the hidden stories of wildlife through the tracks they leave behind in the snow and mud.

Whether you’re a seasoned tracker or a first-time explorer, you’ll leave with a deeper appreciation for winter. Dress warmly and bring your curiosity as we explore and search for the wild footprints left behind by our local critters!
This is a free event sponsored by The Crest. Please sign up here.
If you would like to support The Crest with a donation, please feel free to donate here.

2026 Spring Equinox Tour and Celebration
2026-03-22 14:00 - 16:00 | The Forest Conservation Burial Ground, Willow-Witt Ranch, Ashland, Oregon, 97520
Join us at The Forest Conservation Burial Ground to celebrate the Spring Equinox on Sunday, March 22nd from 2:00-4:00pm.
2:00pm: Guided tour through the burial ground exploring the land’s story, conservation projects, and connected cycles of earth, life, and death. This is an opportunity to learn, walk gently, and experience the peace held by the land. Please RSVP for this portion of the event here.
3:00pm: Gather around the fire for a community celebration and reflection circle; a time to share words, presence, and gratitude for the changing seasons.
Bring layers, a blanket, and a warm drink to stay cozy. Please check weather and driving conditions ahead of time. All are welcome!
This is a Forest Conservation Burial Ground event supported by The CREST.

Reflections of Poetry Inspired by the Natural World: An Expressive Writing Workshop
2026-05-17 13:30 - 16:00 | The CREST, 658 Shale City Road, Ashland, 97520
Join The CREST at Willow-Witt Ranch on Sunday, May 17, from 1:30 to 4:00 PM at Willow-Witt Ranch for a peaceful afternoon of nature journaling in collaboration with Elisa Friedlander, LMFT, founder of Ink To Insight, LLC. www.inktoinsight.com

Memorial Day Open House
2026-05-25 11:00 - 14:00 | The Forest Conservation Burial Ground, Willow-Witt Ranch, Ashland, Oregon, 97520
This Memorial Day you’re invited to The Forest to remember and celebrate your ancestors, loved ones, or dearly departed, whether they’re buried here or not.
Bring a lunch, walk the trails, and spend some time remembering those who have gone before.
Water and picnic tables available. Staff will be on site to visit and provide any guidance required from 11am – 2pm.
This is a Forest Conservation Burial Ground event supported by The CREST.

Turtle Trot 10k, 5k and Fun Run!
2026-06-06 09:00 - 12:00 | The CREST, 658 Shale City Road, Ashland, 97520
Turtle Trot 10k, 5K and Fun Run! The first run starts at 9:00 AM!
Join us at Willow-Witt Ranch for The Crest’s 7th Annual Turtle Trot—a true trail race with heart (and breakfast)! Choose the 5K or 10K on rolling singletrack through meadows, wetlands, oak woodlands, and native conifer forest, or bring the whole family for a joyful Fun Run for all ages.
Learn more and register here!

2026 CREST Fest
2026-07-12 14:00 - 18:00 | The CREST, 658 Shale City Road, Ashland, 97520
Hold the date! Join us on Sunday, July 12 for an afternoon filled with fun for the whole family!
Come and support the Crest. It will be an afternoon of good music, dancing, great food and wonderful people. More information to follow.
CREST Fest
