Winter is an underrated time of year to begin or improve your plant identification skills because many plants are dormant: making them easier to differentiate. Join Shadow Naturalist Cecilia to […]
Forest bathing is a beginner-friendly meditation practice based in the psychological benefits of spending time in nature. It has been proven to reduces stress by dropping cortisol levels in the […]
Learning the names of plants gives you a completely different lens while walking in the woods. It is almost a mindfulness practice in how it can take your mind off […]
Forest bathing is a beginner-friendly meditation practice based in the psychological benefits of spending time in nature. It has been proven to reduces stress by dropping cortisol levels in the […]
Birds are one wildlife sighting we often take for granted, but birders have long known the excitement of discovery and the beauty of common species we don't often stop to […]
The much anticipated Owl Prowl is back! Join local birder Joe Miles to learn about the owls that call Western Washington home, their biology, and how to make an owl […]
Have you been thinking about getting in touch with your artistic side? Learn to design your own prints which can be used to decorate clothing, posters, cards and more!
Let’s explore the fascinating world of bog plants during a guided nature walk through the only sphagnum-hemlock peat bog under protection in our region. Peat bogs are a rare and […]
Connect with yourself and nature in this science-backed practice that encourages you to slow down, unplug, and reconnect with the natural world. Highly trained forest bathing guide will lead you […]
Help Shadow Lake Nature Preserve clean up litter from Peter Grubb Road this Earth Day. Event Details: Date: April 20, 2024 Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Location: Shadow Lake […]
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.
