By the time I arrived, the waterfront park in downtown Portland, Oregon was already awash with people as far as the eye could see. The No Kings protest in June had turned out around 10,000 people across the city; this one saw several times that number just downtown, with thousands more choosing to join localized protests in their neighborhoods or in the suburbs.
Unable to get a precise crowd estimate, I tried instead to count inflatable frog costumes. I gave up on this about twenty minutes later: there were simply too many frogs.
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It sounds like the March of the Frogs was quite an event! It’s great to see so many people coming together to enjoy the waterfront park. Thanks for sharing your experience!
It really was an impressive turnout! The sense of community at events like this can be so uplifting, especially when people come together to appreciate nature and local wildlife. It’s a reminder of how important these ecosystems are to our urban environment.
Absolutely, it’s wonderful to see everyone come together for a shared experience. Events like these not only celebrate nature but also foster connections among locals, which is so important for community spirit. Plus, the variety of frogs showcased must have been fascinating!
truly highlight the sense of community we have here. It’s fascinating how nature can bring so many people together, creating memories that last well beyond the event itself. The frogs must have added such a lively atmosphere!