Lane County Parks officials are celebrating National Public Works Week in May with a series of short, guided park tours. Each tour runs noon-1 p.m. and offers a look at projects, planned improvements, and how park levy money are being used.

Public Works Week recognizes the essential role public works staff play in keeping parks safe, functional, and accessible. Public Works staff maintain infrastructure and protect natural areas.

During the week, Lane County Parks staff will lead tours at four locations:

Tour schedule:

• Monday, May 18 – Harbor Vista Park in Florence
  Explore camping areas, cabins, and day-use spaces while learning about recent and upcoming improvements, including a completed restroom remodel, new hiker/biker campsites, and planned parking lot paving at the North Jetty.
• Tuesday, May 19 – Armitage Park & Campground in Eugene
  Walk through some of the park’s most-used areas, including the boat launch, trails, and dog park. Hear about recent upgrades and ongoing work to improve the dog park and traffic flow.
• Thursday, May 21 – Howard Buford Recreation Area (HBRA), East Trailhead near Pleasant Hill
  Take a guided walk through areas shaped by prescribed fire. Learn how fire supports healthy ecosystems and see firsthand how the landscape responds to these management practices.
• Friday, May 22 – Blue Mountain Park outside Cottage Grove
  Visit this lesser-known park outside Cottage Grove along Mosby Creek. The tour will highlight day-use areas, recent improvements to picnic amenities and parking, and ongoing fuels-reduction work that support long-term park health.

More info: [email protected] or 541-682-3492.