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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.​​

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!"

Upcoming Classes with Peter Chausse​​​​​

Sat., June 10, Exploring Tigard & Tualatin

Sat., June 17, East Portland...Naturally

Tues., June 20 Exploring SW Portland & Dunthorpe

​Weds., June 21, Foothills of Mt. Hood

Thurs.-Fri., June 22-23, Studying Portland's Trees

​Sun., June 24, Wildwood Trail & Pittock Mansion

​Mon., June 26, Hidden Clackamas County & Happy Valley

Weds.-Fri., June 28-30, Exploring Portland's Parks

​Sun., July 2, Portland's Bridges Via Bicycle

Fri., July 7, Central Columbia River Gorge & Hood River

​Sat., July 8, Columbia River Greenspace