Bat Biology & Box Building

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

Back by popular demand! Come join us at SHADOW to enjoy our Bat Biology & 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 home! This class […]

Guided Nature Walk: Fall Foliage Walk

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

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 moderate levels of […]

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 […]

Halloween in the Haunted Peat Bog

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

Come celebrate Halloween at SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve with a tour through the spooky haunted peat bog! As we walk along the boardwalk we will learn about bogs and creepy animals like bats and spiders.   Come and create an eco-friendly, Halloween themed craft at this is a family-friendly event for all ages!  REGISTRATION IS CLOSED! SORRY, THIS EVENT IS FULL.

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 […]

Guided Nature Walk: Mushroom Madness  

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 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 SHADOW.   Guided Nature […]

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 […]

Creating Art with Nature 

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

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 […]

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 […]

Guided Nature Walk: Thankful for Nature 

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

Explore the beauty of SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve with a guide. As we take a walk through the bog, we will consider and discuss why we are thankful for nature and conservation.  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 […]