Guided Nature Walk: Winter Walk

Shadow Lake Nature Preserve 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, United States

Explore the beauty of our trails with a guide at SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve and welcome the winter season as we discuss ways in which the ecosystem around us is changing and preparing for colder temperatures and shorter days.   Guided Nature Walks are outdoor explorations that take place rain or shine, designed for people of all ages. […]

Restoration Work Party

Shadow Lake Nature Preserve 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, United States

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 […]

Volunteer Appreciation Lunch

Shadow Lake Nature Preserve 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, United States

Did you volunteer for SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve in 2019? Come join us as we celebrate and thank our wonderful volunteers who helped make SHADOW's 2019 a success! *Lunch will be provided.

Restoration Work Party

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 […]

Art in Nature: Block Printing Workshop

Shadow Lake Nature Preserve 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, United States

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 […]

Restoration Work Party

Shadow Lake Nature Preserve 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, United States

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 […]

Restoration Work Party

Shadow Lake Nature Preserve 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, United States

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 […]

Neighborhood Open House

Shadow Lake Nature Preserve 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, United States

Join us for a chance to get to know SHADOW’s neighbors, volunteers, staff, and board. We will have a presentation on Living with Wildlife by Christopher Anderson, from the Washington Department Fish and Wildlife. There will be information on our upcoming projects, community classes, and other news from around the Nature Preserve. Snacks and refreshments […]

Owl Prowl

Shadow Lake Nature Preserve 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, United States

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 […]

Guided Nature Walk: The Importance of Water

Shadow Lake Nature Preserve 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, United States

Explore the beauty of the Nature Preserve with a guide and learn more about the habitats of SHADOW. During this guided nature walk we will discover the role water plays at the Nature Preserve. We will discuss how important water is to the bog and how it connects beyond SHADOW to other ecosystems.  Guided Nature Walks […]