SHADOW

Restoration Work Party
2018-05-26 10:00 - 14:00, 2018-05-12 10:00 - 14:00, 2018-05-05 10:00 - 14:00, 2018-04-21 10:00 - 14:00, 2018-04-14 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
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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Backyard Birds
2018-05-26 07:00 - 09:00 | Shadow Lake Nature Preserve, 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, 98058, United States
Join the Audubon Society, Audubon Washington for a Backyard Bird Identification class the last Saturday in May. We will be listening and looking for birds around the Preserve with the help of an expert birder. Come with weather appropriate clothes and shoes for moderate levels of walking – inclines or uneven ground may be encountered on this walk. Bringing binoculars and coffee is encouraged!

Art in the Open Air
2018-05-19 12:00 - 16:00 | Shadow Lake Nature Preserve, 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, 98058, United States
Artist (left) pictured with her work (right): Brenda Chrystie
This Spring, SHADOW will once again host an 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.
Selected works will be displayed, for sale, in SHADOW’s Richter Education Center from June 23rd– September 18th. There are a limited number of display spaces in the Education Center, selected works will be family appropriate in nature and celebrate the artistry of SHADOW’s grounds.
Submissions are due no later than June 19th.
The Exhibition will open on June 23rd from 4 – 6 pm at SHADOW’s Summer Fundraiser. 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 and are encouraged to attend this event.
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.
Art in the Open Air was born of a collaboration between SHADOW and last year’s artists and participants. Thank you to everyone who has graciously offered us guidance on how we could improve. Here is how we have incorporated your comments and advice into this year’s event.

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Guided Nature Walk
2018-05-11 10:00 - 11:00, 2018-04-13 10:00 - 11:00
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.

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SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve Bio Blitz
2018-04-28 10:00 - 14:00
SHADOW’s 1st BioBlitz
Explore the Nature Preserve, spot wildlife, and record your sightings at SHADOW’s first Bioblitz.
A bioblitz is a count of 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!
This event also helps SHADOW’s Wildlife Monitoring Volunteer Program and will replace our normally scheduled Restoration Work Party.
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The Art of Nature Journaling
2018-04-19 18:00 - 19:30
Are you… curious about plants? Always want to make art and never find the time? Find yourself forgetting what that pretty flower in the park is called?
Join us for a fun evening all about connecting with nature through art and journaling. We will learn the science of why art integration helps us become better scientists, practice our identification and drawing skills, and create some art.
We recommend bringing a journal and pencil but NO drawing skills are needed. Materials will be provided but feel free to bring any art supplies you would like.
Register Here
To register with suggested donation

To register without suggested donation

Cancelled: Restoration Work Party
2018-04-07 10:00 - 14:00
Due to high wind advisory, this work party has been cancelled.
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.
Register Here
To register with suggested donation

To register without suggested donation

Restoration Work Party
2018-03-31 10:00 - 14:00, 2018-03-24 10:00 - 14:00, 2018-03-17 10:00 - 14:00, 2018-03-10 10:00 - 14:00, 2018-03-03 10:00 - 14:00, 2018-02-17 10:00 - 14:00, 2018-02-10 10:00 - 14:00, 2018-01-27 10:00 - 14:00
Restoration Work Parties
Get to know your local ecology first-hand by working at one of the various sites around SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve!
Restoration Work Parties take place Saturdays from 10am to 2pm at SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve. 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!
We suggest thick pants, long sleeved shirts, and boots that can trek through mud.

Fiestas de Restauración
Conoce de primera mano tu ecología local trabajando en uno de los diversos sitios alrededor de SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve!
Register Here
To register with suggested donation

To register without suggested donation

Make A Splash: World Water Day
2018-03-24 14:00 - 16:00
Make a SPLASH with us in celebration of World Water Day! This family friendly event will feature games and activities on water, tours of our impressive wetland bog, and water crafts appropriate for the young and young at heart!
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Puget Soundkeepers Alliance Partner Class
2018-03-22 18:00 - 19:00
Although no salmon live at SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve, our bog helps protect wild Pacific North West salmon! Come learn more about the importance of wetlands in protecting wildlife with Connie Sullivan, Science and Education Coordinator at Puget Soundkeepers Alliance.
For Web Events ONLY:
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Guided Nature Walk: Water Works
2018-03-16 10:00 - 11:00
Explore the beauty of our trails with a guide to lead you through the diverse ecology represented at 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.
This week we will discover more about the vital role water plays at the Preserve. We will even discover how native fish, like Salmon, are helped by the work we do to protect and preserve wetland habitat.

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Canceled: Restoration Work Party
2018-02-24 10:00 - 14:00

CANCELED: Connecting with Nature through Drawing and Journaling
2018-02-22 18:00 - 19:30
Due to Inclement Weather, this event is been canceled and will be postponed until a later date!

Have you ever wanted to learn a plant’s name but had a hard time remembering what exactly it looks like when you returned home? Join our new Education and Restoration Manager, Ali Yeates, for a workshop on sketching and naturalist note-taking to help you identify the flora and fauna surrounding you. You are encouraged to bring a small journal and pencil but materials will be provided.

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Guided Nature Walk: Pollination Station
2018-02-16 10:00 - 11:00
Explore the beauty of our trails with a guide to lead you through the diverse ecology represented at 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.
This week, we will be exploring the importance of pollinators! We will be talking about how the Preserve serves as a sanctuary for native pollinators and how your home can too!
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Seasonal Event: Bee My Valentine
2018-02-10 14:00 - 16:00
This Valentine’s week, come to SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve for a fun day celebrating the importance of pollinators in our region and beyond. We will have fun games, crafts, and other activities for the young and young at heart. The event will also include a walking tour of our famous, beautiful bog and information about how to protect pollinators in your own backyard.

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Neighborhood Open House
2018-02-03 14:00 - 17:00
Join us for a chance to get to know SHADOW’s neighbors, volunteers, staff, and board. We will have information on our upcoming projects, community classes, and other news from around the Preserve. We will be offering bog tours, a question and answer session, and information on using Firewise practices around your property. Refreshments will be provided. We look forward to having you!

Flyer for Event

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Restoration Work Party
2018-02-03 10:00 - 14:00 | Shadow Lake Nature Preserve, 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA, 98058, United States
Restoration Work Parties
Get to know your local ecology first-hand by working at one of the various sites around SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve!
Restoration Work Parties take place Saturdays from 10am to 2pm at SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve. 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!
We suggest thick pants, long sleeved shirts, and boots that can trek through mud.

Fiestas de Restauración
Conoce de primera mano tu ecología local trabajando en uno de los diversos sitios alrededor de SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve!

To register without suggested donation

To register with suggested donation

Uplands Trail Closure
2018-01-22 - 2018-01-26
From Monday, January 22nd – Friday, January 26th, SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve’s Uplands Forest will be closed to the public. This includes the Native Plant Garden and all Upland Trails. Signs will be posted on closed entrances.
The Boardwalk Trail through the famous Shadow Lake Bog remains open from dawn until dusk daily.
