REGISTERATION REQUIRED Join us for an evening stroll and learn about the history of wildfire in the Pacific Northwest, and what you can do to prevent wildfires. Guided Nature Walks are outdoor explorations that take place rain or shine, designed for people of all ages. Come with weather appropriate clothes and shoes for moderate levels of walking – inclines […]
The Frog Frolic is back this year! SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve’s annual community festival and longest running tradition will feature music, crafts & activities, games, a bog scavenger hunt and more. We hope that you can join us! This event is free and open to the public; no registration is required. CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE
REGISTRATION REQUIRED Do you love birds? Join us for an action-packed afternoon with raptor specialist, Craig Moran. You’ll learn about how raptors survive in the wild, the importance of raptors to our environment, and the status of ferruginous hawks in Washington State. *This is an event for all ages, children under 16 should be accompanied […]
REGISTRATION REQUIRED As the seasons begin to change, birds are prepping for their winter migration! Take a walk along our Uplands Trails with a Naturalist to discuss the science behind migration. Guided Nature Walks are outdoor explorations that take place rain or shine, designed for people of all ages. Come with weather appropriate clothes and shoes for […]
REGISTRATION REQUIRED Come and learn about sustainable hiking practices with SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve! We will discuss environmental ethics, Leave No Trace principles, tips on how to make your time spent outdoors more sustainable, and resources on how to learn more. *This is an event for all ages, children under 16 should be accompanied by […]
REGISTRATION REQUIRED Explore the Nature Preserve with a guide and learn about some of the edible plants that nature has to offer and how these plants are used by humans. Guided Nature Walks are outdoor explorations that take place rain or shine, designed for people of all ages. Come with weather appropriate clothes and shoes […]
REGISTRATION REQUIRED Fall is a great time to explore SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve with a guide! Come enjoy this peaceful walk and experience native Pacific Northwest foliage at its best! Guided Nature Walks are outdoor explorations that take place rain or shine, designed for people of all ages. Come with weather-appropriate clothes and shoes for […]
REGISTRATION REQUIRED Back by popular demand! Come join us at SHADOW to enjoy our Bat Conservation & Box Building Class. You will start off by learning about bat biology, identification, 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 […]
REGISTRATION REQUIRED It's getting spooky here at SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve! Please join us for a fun-filled family event on October 30th as we celebrate and demystify some of the creepy, crawly, and mysterious—yet ecologically important—creatures we coexist with. Enjoy kids' crafts and activities, exciting games and raffles, pre-packaged snacks and beverages, and a thrilling […]
REGISTRATION REQUIRED Explore the beauty of our trails with a guide at SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve and join us in a search for mushrooms of all shapes, sizes, and colors! We will attempt to find and identify as many mushroom species as we can and discuss the role fungus plays in the ecosystem here at […]