Join us at SHADOW for a fun and educational nature art class! We will draw inspiration from collected bits of nature including fallen leaves and wild mushrooms to create beautiful pieces of art. In this afternoon class, we will learn all about the natural materials that we are using and discuss ways to help the environment. You […]
Join us at this one of a kind, nature themed Block Printing Workshop. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to create a design on paper, transfer your image on to a soft carving block (not the linoleum or wood block that are tougher for beginners), carve your block using a lino-cut tool, and print your […]
EVENT IS FULL The Owl Prowl is back! Join local birding-enthusiast Joe Miles, to learn about all the owls that call Western Washington home, their biology, and how to make an owl call. Then set off on the grounds at SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve after hours to practice your owl calls and see if we […]
Join us at our Bat Biology & Box Building Class! You will start off by learning about bat biology, bat facts and conservation. Then, you will learn how YOU can help bat conservation in your own backyard by constructing your very own bat box to take home! Material & supplies provided. *Children under 16 years old must […]
Join SHADOW’s Naturalists on a beginners birding walk. You’ll learn the basics on how to identify common bird species and where to find birding resources. Naturalists will spend some time covering the basics followed by a guided walk through SHADOW’s upland trail system to practice your bird ID skills! *Binoculars are encouraged
Come learn about Washington’s most fabulous large carnivores, cougars and wolves! Enjoy an afternoon at the Nature Preserve and learn about carnivores from our guest educator, Sasha Hendricks! Sasha will discusses the background of these species, their position in the wild, interactions with humans, and more. Sasha will provide insight on time spent in the field assisting on carnivore related […]
Join us at SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve to learn sustainable hiking ethics through an open discussion and then practice by taking part in fun activities in our Upland Trail System. Learn to protect and enjoy your world responsibly starting on your local trails. Must be registered for this class to attend, limited spots available! This event will take place outdoors, rain or shine. Plan and prepare – come with weather appropriate clothes […]
YOU MUST BE REGISTERED TO ATTEND! Need to refresh or get some relaxation? Join Jules Hepp, a Certified Forest Therapy Guide, for a two-hour Forest Therapy session at SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve. This Forest Therapy session will teach & encourage you to walk in the forest at a slower pace and take in the atmosphere around you. These walks are slow-paced and generally cover less […]
Registration is Required Learn the basics of how to identify different types of mushrooms and other fungi found in Washington state. This webinar style virtual class will cover classifications of fungi, basic mushroom identification, and interesting facts about the weird world of fungi. Suggested participation fee $5.00 - Pay Here!
Join SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve and Sasha Hendricks from the Cougar Mountain Zoo on Thursday, February 11 6:30 to 8:30 pm for a virtual talk about Washington’s large carnivores. You'll learn about our wonderful, local carnivores and the state of co-existing with large carnivores like cougars, wolves, and bears. Registration for this class is CLOSED.
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.
