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2026 classes thru August now posted. Click here for more details.
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Self-guided courses available. Click here for more details.
Guided Independent Study courses. Click here for more details.
Celebrating Over 30 Years of Teaching Classes
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!"
Peter Chausse, Instructor of Continuing Education Courses
Upcoming Classes with Peter Chausse
Sat., July 25, Hillsboro's Parks & Natural Areas (Melissa Juska)
Sun., July 26, Exploring Tigard and Tualatin
Mon., July 27, Bonneville Dam & Eagle Creek
Weds., July 29, Upper Columbia River Gorge & Parkdale
Sat., Aug. 1, Larch Mountain Trail
Sun., Aug. 2, OMSI and More
Mon., Aug. 3, Bicycling the Banks-Vernonia Trail
Weds., Aug. 5, Natural & Historic Sites in E. Multnomah County
Fri., Aug. 7, Foothills of Mt. Hood