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Celebrating Over 30 Years of Teaching Classes

Peter Chausse,  Instructor of Continuing Education Courses

Looking for More Classes?

Try Peter's co-teacher Jake Gordon. He offers a few of Peter's former Salem classes and will have some new classes in the fall. Check out Oregon Field Classfor more information.​​

Upcoming Classes with Peter Chausse​​​​​​​

Sat., April 20, E. Columbia River Gorge & Catherine Creek

Sun., April 28, Western Columbia Gorge and Troutdale

Sat., May 4, Silverton and the Oregon Garden

​Sun., May 5, Exploring East Clark County

Sat., May 11, Silver Falls State Park

​Sat., May 18, Exploring Beaverton's Natural Areas*

Sat., June 1, Exploring Washington County's Hidden Parks*

Sat., June 8, Columbia River Greenspace (Bicycling Class)

Sat., June 15, North Portland, Naturally
*This class will be taught by Melissa Juska​

About Peter

Peter Chausse is a part time instructor with The Heritage Institute/Antioch University, where he conducts over 50 different courses for School teachers throughout the year that focus on local art, architecture, Natural science and history. A former elementary and middle school teacher, Peter has a degree in Forestry, and worked for the U.S. Forest Service before entering the teaching profession.


Testimonials:

"Peter Chausse’s classes have made my understanding of Portland and Oregon history, as well as nature, much deeper and something I roll into my lessons effortlessly. I am very appreciative of his 30 years of experience at our disposal. I intend to take more of his classes for fun because I learn so much!" 


​"Peter Chausse's classes are interesting and educational. He made it fun to learn".


"Peter Chausse is amazing! My students and I benefit from his knowledge and insights!"