Animals in Spring: Gartner Snake

Walking on a sunny day in the spring you might catch a glimpse of a small, slender snake sunning itself on a rocky outcrop. Garter snakes are common reptiles of Western Washington forests and are known as a friend to farmers and gardeners. They are active March-...
Native Animal of the Month: Bobcat

Native Animal of the Month: Bobcat

Bobcat: Lynx rufus There are more Bobcats living in King County than you might think! If you ever find yourself at SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve at night, you may be lucky enough to see one.  Generally, Bobcats are nocturnal and hide during the daylight in rock crevices...
Native Plant of the Month: Oregon Grape

Native Plant of the Month: Oregon Grape

Oregon Grape: Mahonia Nervosa Oregon Grape is a species of flowering shrub, native to western North America and commonly found throughout the Puget Sound Region.  It is an evergreen with holly-like leaves often found growing in the understory of Douglas fir forests....