Understanding and Coexisting with Carnivores - Virtual Class
2022-02-26 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Join us again for another early morning virtual class featuring Katie Remine, Woodland Park Zoo’s Northwest Conservation Coordinator. Katie is back to share insights from research on our urban carnivores and discuss ways we can all support human-wildlife coexistence in our communities! Christine Anne, Lead Animal Keeper at Woodland Park Zoo and SHADOW Board Member, will then discuss how SHADOW has been involved with the Seattle Urban Carnivore Project and share photos of wildlife spotted on camera at the Nature Preserve.
Woodland Park Zoo and Seattle University launched the Seattle Urban Carnivore Project to explore how mammalian carnivores, such as coyotes, foxes, raccoons, bobcats, and even cougars and bears live and interact with people across urban and suburban areas in the Seattle region. Increasing contact between humans and carnivores potentially leads to more human-carnivore interactions and increased concerns about risks to humans, whether real or perceived. The continued survival of urban carnivore populations, as well as a sense of security for the public, requires an increased understanding of and coexistence with these species.
Registration is now closed.

Flying WILD Workshop for Educators! (Free)
2022-03-19 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Shadow Lake Nature Preserve, 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, 98058, United States
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
This is a FREE workshop for formal and informal educators and facilitated in partnership with Pilchuck Audubon Society! Flying WILD is an all-subject curriculum developed by the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies. It offers practical hands-on classroom and outdoor field investigations, connecting real-world experiences in bird biology, conservation, and natural history. Educators will immerse themselves in standards-based activities designed to engage people of all ages in understanding the importance of migratory birds and their conservation. Participants will receive the Flying WILD Curriculum Guide and Education Credits will be available for completing this course. For more information about Flying WILD visit www.fishwildlife.org/projectwild/flying-wild.
We are grateful to Pilchuck Audubon Society and West Seattle Garden Tour for allowing us to offer this workshop free of charge!
Registration is full! Please email us at education@shadowhabitat.org to get on the waitlist.

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Guided Nature Walk: Earth Day
2022-04-22 14:00 - 15:00 UTC | Shadow Lake Nature Preserve, 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, 98058, United States
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Celebrate Earth Day with a guided walk through our upland nature trails! Get to know some of our region’s native trees, plants, and critters as we explore the various habitats along the trails. If you are interested, download iNaturalist on your phone and we will help you learn how to use it. Visit iNaturalist.org to see how the app can help you learn about the nature around you while helping scientists at the same time. If you are hooked, participate in our region’s 2022 City Nature Challenge! (www.zoo.org/conservation/naturechallenge)
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 or uneven ground may be encountered on this walk.

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Annual Spring Benefit & Auction - Earth Day Celebration
2022-04-23 13:00 - 17:30 UTC | Shadow Lake Nature Preserve, 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, 98058, United States
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
The Earth Day celebration is a family-friendly event with a scavenger hunt along the Bog Boardwalk Trail as well as other fun educational activities, raffle prizes, a native plant sale, and free snacks and beverages! Only 150 spaces are available—so register soon!
To learn more and register, visit https://shadowhabitat.org/spring-benefit-celebration/.

CANCELED: Reptiles of Washington Class
2022-05-28 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Shadow Lake Nature Preserve, 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, 98058, United States
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Join us for a family-friendly workshop where we will learn about several reptiles that live in Washington state. We will talk about major groups of reptiles, introduce scientific terms, learn about unique reptile traits, and make an art print of scale types to take home! This workshop has been developed for kids ages 5-12 but is open to all ages.
Dr. Alison Webb is a biologist who has been researching and publishing on animal physiology for the last decade. She holds a Ph.D. in Biology and Ecology from Utah State University where she researched the physiological consequences of Ecotourism on endangered Bahamian Rock Iguanas. Dr. Webb has worked on other notable research projects with Takydromus Grass lizards in Taiwan, lizards of the Southwestern US deserts, lizards of the Southern US, and invasive Green Iguanas in Southern Florida.
Dr. Webb founded Pacific Northwest Biology as a way to bring integrated science and art classes to her local community. She is passionate about sharing her research experience while encouraging others to be curious problem solvers. You can learn more about upcoming Pacific Northwest Biology programs at www.pnwbiology.com https://www.facebook.com/pnwbiology www.instagram.com/pnw_biology/
UPDATE 5/26/22: Unfortunately, this class has been cancelled and will be rescheduled at a later date.

Restoration Work Party
2022-06-17 10:00 - 14:00, 2022-07-15 09:00 - 13:00, 2022-09-10 10:00 - 14:00, 2022-09-15 09:00 - 13:00, 2022-09-17 10:00 - 14:00, 2022-09-24 10:00 - 14:00, 2022-10-07 13:00 - 17:00, 2022-10-15 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Shadow Lake Nature Preserve, 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, 98058, United States
Registration Required
Help SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve beautify our grounds and maintain our trails by removing invasive weeds and pruning native species. No previous experience or tools are required, simply arrive with weather-proof clothing for working outside, a water bottle, and a smile. Please be aware that you may encounter muddy areas and plants with thorns. These events are held rain or shine!

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Guided Nature Walk: Fruits and Seed Dispersal
2022-07-01 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Shadow Lake Nature Preserve, 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, 98058, United States
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Venture on a forest walk through SHADOW’s trails and discover the fantastic adaptations of plants, animals, and fungi for dispersal. 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 or uneven ground may be encountered on this walk.
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King County Library Tree Tour '22 (Kids Day)
2022-07-09 10:00 - 12:15 (America/Los_Angeles) | Shadow Lake Nature Preserve, 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, 98058, United States
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Join Children’s Librarian, Ms. Monica, to celebrate the rare trees found in Shadow Lake Bog! Listen to stories, do a fun activity, and go on a guided walk through the beautiful bog. Choose either the 10:00 am or 11:15 am session. This event is most suitable for ages 5 and older. Kids must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required and free!
Register for the 10:00 AM time slot
Register for the 11:15 AM time slot

Reservation Work Party
2022-07-21 13:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Shadow Lake Nature Preserve, 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, 98058, United States

King County Library Tree Tour '22
2022-07-23 14:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Celebrate rare trees in the SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve bog. Go on a short, guided walk and then return to the learning center for an activity.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Covington Library.
Registration here for the event!

Climate Science - A Free Interactive Presentation
2022-08-12 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Due to a family emergency, we are unable to host this event.
Do you have questions and want to learn more about how climate change is affecting our region? Join us at SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve for a special interactive presentation about climate science with retired polar scientist and high school science educator Esther Muñoz. She will explore aspects of climate science, what the trees can tell us about historical climate, and impacts of climate change on our local environment. Registration for this event is FREE and REQUIRED. Please fill out the form below to join!

Woodland Park Zoo - Bat Activity Trends sunset meetup
2022-09-17 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Shadow Lake Nature Preserve, 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, 98058, United States
Before the days get too much shorter please join us here at SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve to observe some of our marvelous and mysterious native bat species. We are partnering with the Woodland Park Zoo to host their ongoing summer Bat Activity Trends citizen science program. Zoo representatives will give an informational presentation about the importance of bats to our ecosystem, and then we will head to the observation sites to monitor bat activity for an ongoing study. This may be the last event of the season, so be sure to sign up! For more information about Bat Activity Trends visit https://www.zoo.org/batactivity We will ideally be split into two groups, one near the water and one in the uplands. Preliminary reports show several active species out foraging at sunset! This is a FREE event, just follow the link below to get signed up.
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Frog Frolic 2022 Cancelled!!!
2022-09-24 | Shadow Lake Nature Preserve, 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, 98058, United States
Sad news! We have had to cancel this year’s Frog Frolic, our beloved end-of-summer celebration. For those who had been planning to attend, we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and disappointment. We hope to see everyone at next year’s Frolic, and don’t forget to check our our events calendar for other great opportunities to visit SHADOW!

Guided Nature Walk: Uplands Wildlife Walk
2022-10-01 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Shadow Lake Nature Preserve, 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, 98058, United States
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Venture on a forest walk through SHADOW’s trails with SHADOW board member Christine Anne! Discover the many types of wildlife that call SHADOW home and why habitat preservation is so important. Learn how to make plaster casts of animal tracks and how biologists track wildlife using trail cameras. 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 or uneven ground may be encountered on this walk.
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Washington Reptiles Class - Waitlisted
2022-10-08 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Shadow Lake Nature Preserve, 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, 98058, United States
FREE EVENT – REGISTRATION REQUIRED
This class is currently full. Use the registration link below if you would like to be added to the waitlist.
Join us for a family-friendly workshop where we will learn about several reptiles that live in Washington state. We will talk about major groups of reptiles, introduce scientific terms, learn about unique reptile traits, and make an art print of scale types to take home! This workshop has been developed for kids ages 5-12 but is open to all ages.
Dr. Alison Webb is a biologist who has been researching and publishing on animal physiology for the last decade. She holds a Ph.D. in Biology and Ecology from Utah State University where she researched the physiological consequences of Ecotourism on endangered Bahamian Rock Iguanas. Dr. Webb has worked on other notable research projects with Takydromus Grass lizards in Taiwan, lizards of the Southwestern US deserts, lizards of the Southern US, and invasive Green Iguanas in Southern Florida.
Dr. Webb founded Pacific Northwest Biology as a way to bring integrated science and art classes to her local community. She is passionate about sharing her research experience while encouraging others to be curious problem solvers. You can learn more about upcoming Pacific Northwest Biology programs at:
www.pnwbiology.com
https://www.facebook.com/pnwbiology
www.instagram.com/pnw_biology/
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Bat Box Workshop
2022-10-22 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Shadow Lake Nature Preserve, 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, 98058, United States
FRE EVENT – REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Back by popular demand! Come join us at SHADOW to enjoy our Bat Conservation & Box Building Class.
This year we will be partnering with Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. The event will start off with information 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 home!

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Halloween in the Haunted Peat Bog '22
2022-10-30 12:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Shadow Lake Nature Preserve, 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, 98058, United States
EVENT WAITLISTED
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 tour through the haunted peat bog! While all activities are Halloween-themed, this event is geared towards families and is intended to not be scary for children.

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Guided Nature Walk - Winter Wonder Land
2023-01-21 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Explore the beauty of our trails with staff member Stephanie Miller at SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve’s uplands and welcome the winter season as we discuss ways in which the ecosystem around us has prepared for colder temperatures and shorter days. 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 or uneven ground may be encountered on this walk.

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Family Campfire Night - Update! Keep an eye on the weather
2023-01-28 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Shadow Lake Nature Preserve, 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, 98058, United States
Registration Required
Come down to SHADOW and warm yourself next to the fire on a cold dark winter evening! We’ll supply the hot cocoa and you bring the s’mores stuff that has been waiting for just such an occasion! This is a FREE family friendly event (maybe with a few ghost stories).
The weather forecast for tomorrow evening includes the possibility of freezing precipitation. An email will be sent out to registrants tomorrow afternoon IF we cancel this event due to weather.

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Guided Nature Walk - A Hidden Forest
2023-02-11 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Shadow Lake Nature Preserve, 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, 98058, United States
Explore the beauty of our Preserve with volunteer Ryan Balkcom as he delves into the marvelous minutia of lichens and mosses! Much of the biodiversity in our bog belongs to these secretive organisms, both members of the group called cryptogams (meaning hidden reproduction due to their lack of seeds). Maybe you know a bit already about some of the native species such as the colorfully named bloody-heart lichen, crabseye lichen, or fairy barf. Maybe you’ve never stopped to get down on your hands and knees to get to know our rough goose-necked or red-stemmed feather mosses. Either way, join us, rain or shine, as we learn from an enthusiastic expert. We think you’ll take a lichen to the subject!

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Guided Nature Walk - Backyard Bird Count 2023
2023-02-18 09:30 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Shadow Lake Nature Preserve, 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, 98058, United States
Registration Required
SHADOW will be participating in this years Great Backyard Bird Count put on by Cornell Lab, National Audubon Society, and Birds Canada. If you want to participate in an international citizen science event to help identify birds for the count register for this FREE EVENT using the link below. Bring binoculars if you have them, but they are not required. 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 or uneven ground may be encountered on this walk.
Attendees should meet at the main entrance to the Nature Preserve, but if you arrive late the walk will be happening at our uplands entrance.

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All About Beavers: helping nature's wetland engineers
2023-02-18 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Shadow Lake Nature Preserve, 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, 98058, United States
Come learn about the key role that beavers play in promoting wetlands from Abby Vogelsang as we start our 2023 community lecture series!
Hot cocoa and water will be provided!
Abby is a passionate environmentalist and an advocate for wildlife. She previously served as a beaver restoration technician in Leavenworth, Washington for Trout Unlimited. Abby has also worked on projects involving salmon, frogs, and lizards! She is excited to share her experience and knowledge with everyone.
Registration is required for this event, and a $5.00 donation is suggested for adults ages 18 and up.
Fill out the form below to register for this talk, and use this link to make your donation ahead of time.

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Restoration Work Party!
2023-03-17 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Shadow Lake Nature Preserve, 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, 98058, United States
Registration Required

Help SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve beautify our grounds and maintain our trails by removing invasive weeds and planting and pruning native species. No previous experience or tools are required, simply arrive with weather-proof clothing for working outside, a water bottle, and a smile. Please be aware that you may encounter muddy areas and plants with thorns. These events are held rain or shine!

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