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Siskiyou Field Institute

Siskiyou Field Institute

Introduction: 

The Siskiyou Field Institute, based at the Deer Creek Center, began in 1997 as a non-profit organization in one of the most diverse and sensitve bioregions in the world. Institute instructors, staff and volunteers work hard and have fun introducing the wonders of the outdoors to adults and youth through hands-on experiences. Mushrooms to meadowlarks, cedars to serpentine, the marvels of the Klamath-Siskiyous are many. Home to carnivorous cobra lilies, harsh geology, marble halls and mythical creatures, the region evokes a deep appreciation for the natural world. The Institute invites learners of all ages to come on their own, with a friend or with the entire family to join scientists and naturalists in educational adventures throughout Southern Oregon and Northern California.

Mission Statement: 

To deepen people's scientific understanding and intimate connection to the Klamath-Siskiyou bioregion by providing educational programs and dynamic outdoor experiences to a broad spectrum of the public.

Address: 
1241 Illinois River Rd. POB 207
Selma, OR, 97538
United States
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Phone: 
(541) 597-8530
Website: 
http://www.thesfi.org
Primary Contact
Karen Phillips
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Deer Creek Center
Address: 
1241 Illinois River Rd. POB 207
Selma, OR, 97526
United States
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Description: 

The Deer Creek Center (DCC), now used for field research, education and retreats, was originally the Deer Creek Ranch, and was well known locally as one of John Wayne's favorite getaways. The ranch's original one room cabin, builit in 1928, has evolved into a spacious center of operations. Spanning more than 850 acres, DCC is an excellent place to relax, reinvigorate and learn. The property is situated at the gateway to the Illinois River Canyon. Here you can camp under the clear night sky, stay in a cozy yurt, bunk in the dormitory, or treat yourself to one of the center's private rooms. Nestled in the Klamath-Siskiyou Mountains where hiking trails, rivers and streams are abundant, the Deer Creek Center is a short drive away from the Oregon Caves National Monumnent, Kalmiopsis Wilderness, majestic redwoods and ocean beaches.

Programs offered and features: 

The Siskiyou Field Institute and Deer Creek Center invite you to participate in one or more of the following: field courses and community programs; youth education and teacher resources; naturalist certificate courses; free evening programs; friends of SFI membership program; retreat and conference facilities; and field research.

Days & Hours of Operation: 

Office hours: Monday- Friday 9am to 4pm
Caretaker on site 24 hours/day, 7 days a week
Classes held most weekends during the spring, summer and fall and a few during the winter months.
Closed from Christmas to the day after New Years

Service Area for Center: 
Statewide (all)
Wheelchair Accessible: 
Yes

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