SHADOW

Guided Nature Walk: Moss Adventure
2019-08-23 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 trails with a guide and learn about the historical significance of different species of moss found at SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve and why it is worth protecting.
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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Restoration Work Party
2019-08-17 10:00 - 14:00, 2019-08-10 10:00 - 14:00, 2019-08-03 10:00 - 14:00, 2019-07-27 10:00 - 14:00, 2019-07-20 10:00 - 14:00, 2019-06-29 10:00 - 14:00, 2019-06-22 10:00 - 14:00, 2019-06-15 10:00 - 14:00 and 3 more dates | Shadow Lake Nature Preserve, 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, 98058, United States
Restoration Work Parties
Work hard, have fun, and practice skills like building trail, removing invasive species, planting native plants, and caring for the Nature Preserve by joining our weekly Volunteer Work Parties!
Work Party tasks change weekly and always include a walk through our 5,000-year-old bog.
These events are held rain or shine so make sure to come dressed for the weather. You may encounter muddy areas and plants with thorns so boots, long sleeves, and long pants are recommended.
No experience is necessary to participate. Tools and gloves are provided! Bringing a water bottle and lunch is encouraged!

Fiestas de Restauración
Fiestas de Restauración: Cada sábado, 10 am – 2 pm
Conoce de primera mano tu ecología local trabajando en uno de los diversos sitios alrededor de SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve!
Cada sábado tiene nuevo trababjo pero siempre pasamos por el turbera de 5,000 años de edad.
No experiencia es necesario. Todas las herramientas y instructiones será proporcionado.

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Campfire Night at the Bog
2019-08-16 18:30 - 20:30 | Shadow Lake Nature Preserve, 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, 98058, United States
Come spend a family friendly evening at SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve. The Nature Preserve will be open to visitors and SHADOW staff will be available to give Bog Tours and discuss preservation at SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve. As the sun sets, we’ll listen for nocturnal wildlife and huddle around a campfire to roast marshmallows.
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Guided Nature Walk: Enjoying the Outdoors
2019-08-09 18:00 - 19:00 | Shadow Lake Nature Preserve, 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, 98058, United States
Take this opportunity to stretch your legs and spend some time getting out into nature while hiking the trails of SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve with a guide.
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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Native Plant Gardening for Pollinators
2019-07-27 11:00 - 13:00 | Shadow Lake Nature Preserve, 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, 98058, United States
Come learn about what native plants are best for backyard pollinators at our family friendly Native Plant Gardening for Pollinators community class. You will learn about the different native plants to put in your garden that are pollinator friendly and how to care for the plants throughout the year. Each participant will pot their very own native plant seed to take home!
This is a fun, educational class for all ages, children under the age of 15 should be accompanied by an adult.
This Community Class has a suggested donation $10 per participant.

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Guided Nature Walk: Recognizing Invasive Plant Species
2019-07-19 10:00 - 11:00 | Shadow Lake Nature Preserve, 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, 98058, United States
Explore the Nature Preserve with a guide and learn about invasive plant species found in the Pacific Northwest, some of which might be growing in (and spreading from) your own backyard! Hike around the grounds of SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve with our Restoration and Outreach Specialist to identify these species and discuss the impacts they have on our environment.
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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Restoration Work Party
2019-07-13 09:00 - 13:00 | Shadow Lake Nature Preserve, 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, 98058, United States
Restoration Work Parties
Restoration Work Parties
Work hard, have fun, and practice skills like building trail, removing invasive species, planting native plants, and caring for the Nature Preserve by joining our weekly Volunteer Work Parties!
Work Party tasks change weekly and always include a walk through our 5,000-year-old bog.
These events are held rain or shine so make sure to come dressed for the weather. You may encounter muddy areas and plants with thorns so boots, long sleeves, and long pants are recommended.
No experience is necessary to participate. Tools and gloves are provided! Bringing a water bottle and lunch is encouraged!

This week is our summer fundraiser! This work party will be helping us set up for the outdoor event!

Fiestas de Restauración
Fiestas de Restauración: Cada sábado, 9 am – 1 pm
Conoce de primera mano tu ecología local trabajando en uno de los diversos sitios alrededor de SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve!
Cada sábado tiene nuevo trababjo pero siempre pasamos por el turbera de 5,000 años de edad.
No experiencia es necesario. Todas las herramientas y instructiones será proporcionado.

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Guided Nature Walk: Sustainable Hiking Practices
2019-07-12 18:00 - 19:00 | Shadow Lake Nature Preserve, 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, 98058, United States
Explore the beauty of our trails with a guide at SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve and learn about sustainable hiking practices. We’ll discuss leave no trace principles and how you can help protect our favorite native species while on the trail!
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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Guided Nature Walk: Nature Appreciation
2019-06-21 10:00 - 11:00 | Shadow Lake Nature Preserve, 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, 98058, United States
Explore the beauty of our trails with a guide and learn more about the history and habitats of SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve. Guided Nature Walks are outdoor explorations that take place rain or shine. Come with weather appropriate clothes and shoes for moderate levels of walking – inclines or uneven ground may be encountered on this walk.
Join us for our nature appreciation walk. Take a guided stroll through SHADOW Lake bog with us and appreciate just how beautiful nature is. Learn about what you can do to show your appreciation for our beautiful green spaces.

Seattle Audubon Bird Walk
2019-06-15 09:00 - 11:00 | Shadow Lake Nature Preserve, 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, 98058, United States
Join Seattle Audubon on a guided bird walk through SHADOW Lake Nature Preserves grounds.

As you walk, you will learn about local bird identification and get to know SHADOW’s ground as you go.

Come with weather appropriate clothes and shoes for moderate levels of walking – inclines or uneven ground may be encountered on this walk. Bringing binoculars is encouraged!

Guided Nature Walk: The Beauty of Nature
2019-06-07 10:00 - 11:00 | Shadow Lake Nature Preserve, 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, 98058, United States
Explore the beauty of our trails with a guide and learn more about the history and habitats of SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve. Guided Nature Walks are outdoor explorations that take place rain or shine. Come with weather appropriate clothes and shoes for moderate levels of walking – inclines or uneven ground may be encountered on this walk.
Sometimes nature is so beautiful that you cannot help but take a photo, so bring your phone or camera so you can take your own nature shots along the way!

Art in the Open Air
2019-06-01 12:00 - 16:00 | Shadow Lake Nature Preserve, 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, 98058, United States
SHADOW will once again host our annual event aimed at showcasing the talents of local artists and inspiring creativity through the wild spaces of SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve. This artist-in-action event invites artists and art enthusiasts alike to tour the grounds and create art in the open air. All are welcome to attend, catch a Bog Tour, and enjoy a beautiful day at SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve.
Selected works from artists will be displayed, for sale, in SHADOW’s Richter Education Center from July 13th – September 17th. Submissions are due no later than July 6th.
The Exhibition will open on July 13th and 50% of proceeds from the sale go directly to the artists, with the remainder acting as a tax-deductible donation to SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve. Artists should be prepared to provide a small biographical display alongside their work.
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity! Contact us, if you are interested in reserving an Artist Space during Art in the Open Air.

Guided Nature Walk: Animal Appreciation
2019-05-17 10:00 - 11:00 | Shadow Lake Nature Preserve, 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, 98058, United States
Explore the beauty of our trails with a guide and learn more about the history and habitats of SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve. Guided Nature Walks are outdoor explorations that take place rain or shine. Come with weather appropriate clothes and shoes for moderate levels of walking – inclines or uneven ground may be encountered on this walk.
SHADOW is home to many species of animals, come explore how these animals interact with our landscape. See if you can spot animal tracks and try to identify them!

Exploring Malheur National Wildlife Refuge With Dan Streiffert
2019-05-11 14:30 - 16:00 | WA
Travel through time and space with us as Dan Streiffert presents about his experiences over the past 12 years at Malheur National Wildlife Refuge. Located in Southeast Oregon, Malheur is an important resting place for many avian species during migration. This will be an afternoon focused on photography and videography by Dan, a discussion about The Reserve and how to do the trip right.

Dan is a retired Software Engineer who now spends much of his time photographing wildlife. He is currently the Conservation Chair of Rainier Audubon Society, and the editor of the Heron Herald newsletter.

Restoration Work Party
2019-05-11 10:00 - 14:00, 2019-05-04 10:00 - 14:00, 2019-04-20 10:00 - 14:00 | WA

CANCELED - Ethnobotany Workshop with Diana Law
2019-05-04 14:30 - 16:30 | WA
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED
Join us for an afternoon of edible plant exploration at SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve. This class is hosted by Diana Law, a local herbalist. Diana will guide you through the forest and teach about the uses of many native plant species in the Pacific Northwest. This program is limited to 20 people, ages 16 and older.
Diana Lynn Law is an herbalist and artist who loves learning about nature and teaching it to others. Her classes are a combination of Folk Herbalism, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Ayurveda and science-based studies. Empowering people to build their own relationships with plants and create their own well-being are integral parts of her classes. Diana was a gardener at Bastyr University’s Medicinal Garden and a steward of the Beacon Food Forest, where she taught classes, did class administration and served on the Board. She’s currently completing her Master Pruner certificate through Plant Amnesty.
SHADOW does not permit the harvest and take of materials from the Nature Preserve’s grounds. Special permission has been given for this workshop.
Registration fee of $25 is required per participant.
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Guided Nature Walk: Observing Birds
2019-05-03 10:00 - 11:00 | WA
Explore the beauty of our trails with a guide and learn more about the history and habitats of SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve. Guided Nature Walks are outdoor explorations that take place rain or shine. Come with weather appropriate clothes and shoes for moderate levels of walking – inclines or uneven ground may be encountered on this walk.
Join our Executive Director on a guided walk to talk about birds at SHADOW. Learn how to spot evidence of birds nesting and what you can do to protect birds in our community.

Second Annual Bioblitz Competition
2019-04-27 10:00 - 14:00 | WA
Explore the Nature Preserve, spot wildlife, and record your sightings at SHADOW’s second Bioblitz! A bioblitz is a competition to count all the plants and animals seen in one day.
We will be recording observations via Smartphone or Tablet in a program called iNaturalist. Check out the iNaturalist app here. Bring a device with the app downloaded with you or use one of ours. This family-friendly event will include opportunities for walking while recording sightings- hiking shoes and weather-proof clothing are recommended. We are hosting this bioblitz as part of a larger initiative, The City Nature Challenge. Help King County and the Seattle Metro Area WIN for the most observations! Come join SHADOW to collect information about the flora and fauna present on SHADOW’s grounds! This is a national competition to see what area can find the most species of plants and animals. No experience necessary!
This event also helps SHADOW’s Wildlife Monitoring Volunteer Program and will replace our normally scheduled Restoration Work Party.
