by Shadow Habitat | Aug 24, 2020 | Native plants
Dear fern – Blechnum spicantThe deer fern or Blechnum spicant (Greek for “spiked fern”) can be found in Europe, Japan, Northern Asia, and in the western part of the United States. In the U.S., it is commonly found from southern Alaska to California...
by Shadow Habitat | Aug 19, 2020 | Local environmentalism
Outdoor ethics constantly evolves with emerging research, but many basic principles for trail use remain the same. We ask that you follow these simple guidelines to the best of your abilities when visiting SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve and other outdoor spaces. One less...
by Shadow Habitat | Jul 11, 2020 | Science Communications
While looking up into a tree, it’s nice to imagine that squirrels or birds call it their home, but where do animals truly nest? Individuals from Washington, Oregon, and even northern California have reported northern spotted owl (NSO) nest sightings in...
by Shadow Habitat | Jul 11, 2020 | Native animals
Western Tiger Swallowtail – Papilio rutulusThe western tiger swallowtail, a common butterfly, gets its name from its vibrant black and yellow wings that resemble tiger stripes. This species is found all the way from...
by Shadow Habitat | Jul 11, 2020 | Feature Articles
Pollinators play an important role in the success of our native plants around the world. It has been estimated that on average 85% of all flowering plants on the earth need help with pollination. Pollinators contribute their services to over 180,000 different plant...
by Shadow Habitat | Jun 11, 2020 | News
After much consideration and thoughtful discussions, we are so delighted to announce that SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve has a new mission! Our Mission: SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve acquires and restores critical lands to permanently protect and steward dwindling...
by Shadow Habitat | Jun 11, 2020 | Local environmentalism
SHADOW (Save Habitat And Diversity of Wetlands) started out with just two individuals, Max and Erin Prinsen, determined to make a difference in their community. In 1995, Max and Erin purchased a 18.5-acre forested lot next to their home that was being used as an...
by Shadow Habitat | May 12, 2020 | Native plants
Pacific madrone – Arbutus menziesiiAlthough the madrone looks foreign to Washington, it is actually endemic to the Pacific Northwest. Its twisting branches, vibrant red bark, glossy leaves, and fragrant flower clusters are hard to miss. People along the west...
by Shadow Habitat | May 12, 2020 | Feature Articles
During the month of May, SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve celebrates Washington’s native birds. Bird populations, like many other wildlife species, have been greatly influenced by human-related disturbance including habitat loss and pesticide use. From 50 years of...
by Shadow Habitat | Apr 12, 2020 | Feature Articles
It is no secret that here at SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve we love wildlife, including our amphibian friends. As both predators and prey, amphibians are critical to their habits which is one of the many reasons why we love seeing them around the Nature Preserve....
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