Western Hemlock – Tsuga heterophyllaIn 1947 the western hemlock, or Tsuga heterophylla, was selected as the official state tree of Washington because of the significant role it played in Washington’s forest industry. The western hemlock is one the many...
Townsend’s Big-eared Bat – Corynorhinus townsendiiThis aptly named bat has long and flexible ears (usually around 1.5 inches). The Corynorhinus townsendii is a very small mammal; usually only about 4 inches in length and 2 inches tall. Its wingspan,...
Site restoration efforts have been in full force this summer season! Between Saturday Restoration Work Parties, Scout groups, and ongoing projects there has been a lot of work getting done at the Nature Preserve. Recently, Eagle Scout Kelly Keil completed a project to...
Habitat loss is one of the world’s greatest threats to species diversity and to the natural world. Habitat loss occurs when natural habitat is destroyed, fragmented, or degraded. Most of the time, habitat loss is a...
Happy Independence Day! We hope your celebrations are joyous and nature filled! SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve's trails, the Richter Education Center, and office will be closed in observance of the holiday. We will reopen on Friday.
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