by Staff Blogger | Feb 6, 2026 | Featured, News, Projects
From the perspective of the Leach Back 5 Project, partnership is not merely collaboration; it is shared stewardship, shared learning, and shared responsibility for the land, water, and future generations. The ongoing relationship between Wisdom of the Elders and the... 
by Staff Blogger | Apr 7, 2025 | Featured, Community, News
Details for mapping the back 5 In the age of Google Maps, it’s easy to believe in a singular, always-true map. We can easily pull up a map on our phones for anywhere in the world, so it’s easy to forget how many different photos, stories, and perspectives have gone... 
by Staff Blogger | May 4, 2024 | Community, Featured, News, Partners, Restoration
[Portland, OR 4/30/2024] – Leach Botanical Garden, Wisdom of the Elders, Inc, African Youth Community Organization, The Blueprint Foundation, David Douglas High School, Johnson Creek Watershed Council, along with experts from Portland Parks and Recreation, and... 
by Staff Blogger | Nov 20, 2023 | Education, Featured, Plants, Projects
In the heart of Leach Back 5, a transformative project is taking root, bringing forth a burst of life and biodiversity that promises to reshape the landscape. In October, a dedicated group of volunteers planted 120 native plants, a diverse mix that includes Black... 
by Staff Blogger | Oct 17, 2023 | Education, Featured, Projects
Leach Botanical Garden, nestled in the heart of Portland, Oregon, has been an oasis for many individuals and families, offering a unique blend of nature, tranquility, and opportunities to learn. We recently had the privilege of talking to a group of young nature... 