Did you know that one chickadee family brings between 390-570 caterpillars to their hatchlings per day? While most of us don’t get as excited to see a caterpillar as we […]
Unfortunately this event has been cancelled, check back in for more events soon! Join Alison Webb PhD, Program Director of Pacific Northwest Biology to learn about incorporating herpetology in youth […]
Join us for a guided nature walk in Shadow's wetlands. Learn about the tips and tricks to find and identify some of the awesome amphibians at Shadow Lake Nature preserve […]
Got bats? We do, and we couldn't be happier! Did you know that Washington State has 15 of the 47 species of bats found in the US? Here at […]
Join us on June 22 for a rare evening event to experience the tranquility of our beautiful preserve on one of the longest days of the year. This special session includes guided meditation, gentle reflective walks, and group discussion led by seasoned mindfulness practitioners.
Are you captivated by the hidden world of fungi? Do you yearn to explore bog habitats and create whimsical mushroom masterpieces? Look no further than this mushrooms of the bog felting workshop!
National Moth Week celebrates the beauty, life cycles, and habitats of moths. “Moth-ers” of all ages and abilities are encouraged to learn about, observe, and document moths in their backyards, parks, and neighborhoods.
Everyone, everywhere can share this unique opportunity to become a Citizen Scientist and contribute scientific data about moths. Join us at 7:00 to identify and count our native moths!
Join us at our Bat Biology & Box Building Class! You will start off by learning about bat biology, bat facts 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! Material & supplies provided.
Forest Bathing is a nature-based mindfulness practice that helps to reduce stress and stay in the moment. You may leave with less urgency to look at your phone and a greater connection to nature.
Explore the fascinating Bog Trail this fall on a free guided nature walk, perfect for the whole family! Immerse yourself in the unique beauty of bog ecosystems as you explore this living landscape. You will learn about the special plants that thrive in these wetlands, how bogs maintain environmental health, and more.
Happy Independence Day! We hope your celebrations are joyous and nature filled! SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve's trails, the Richter Education Center, and office will be closed in observance of the holiday. We will reopen on Friday.
