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May 2022
Online Forest Stewardship Coached Planning – SW Washington
Natural beauty, wildlife, ecosystem health, harvest income, family ties, privacy, and peace and quiet are some of the many reasons people value their forestland. Whatever your values are, this comprehensive university-based forestry class will help you get the most out of the land you love. Whether you have just a few wooded acres or a larger forest tract, if you have trees on your property, this class is for you. Topics covered include: How do you know if your trees… Continue Reading Online Forest Stewardship Coached Planning – SW Washington
Find out more »Pier Peer at Boston Harbor Marina
Come discover the mysterious creatures that live below the pier at Boston Harbor Marina! Our trained biologists provide underwater lights that attract spectacular estuary creatures for you to safely scoop up and observe, while our volunteers help you discover, identify and learn more about what you’ve found. From octopus to anemones, from sea stars to sea slugs, you never know what you’ll encounter! Pier Peer is one of our most popular events, so register early to ensure your spot. Program… Continue Reading Pier Peer at Boston Harbor Marina
Find out more »Pier Peer at Boston Harbor Marina
Come discover the mysterious creatures that live below the pier at Boston Harbor Marina! Our trained biologists provide underwater lights that attract spectacular estuary creatures for you to safely scoop up and observe, while our volunteers help you discover, identify and learn more about what you’ve found. From octopus to anemones, from sea stars to sea slugs, you never know what you’ll encounter! Pier Peer is one of our most popular events, so register early to ensure your spot. Program… Continue Reading Pier Peer at Boston Harbor Marina
Find out more »Introduction to Ornithology Class
Are you interested in birds? Would like to learn about the science behind them? Ever wanted the opportunity to set up a mist net? Join WRI and Suzanne Tomassi, Visiting Researcher at University of Sheffield, for a two half-day program. The first day of the class (May 28th 8:30am-12:30pm) will be all about the basics of bird biology: evolutionary history, anatomy and physiology, social value of birds, behavioral ecology (breeding, migration, molt), and field methods for studying birds. While Suzanne… Continue Reading Introduction to Ornithology Class
Find out more »June 2022
Introduction to Native Plants Walk
Have you ever wondered how to tell one plant from another? Members of the Wenatchee Valley Chapter of the Washington Native Plant Society will provide you with some tools to help you sort out the complexities of the green world. We will assemble indoors for a general introduction and then go for a leisurely stroll from WRI along the Wenatchee River. We will look for pretty flowers, and begin to recognize differences in leaves and other clues helpful in identification.… Continue Reading Introduction to Native Plants Walk
Find out more »Bird Walk from the Estuarium
Join the Estuarium for a walk around downtown as we eye the sky for the various birds that call the Puget Sound home! During spring and early summer, we will walk the Olympia Port Peninsula starting at the LOTT wetlands to hear the songs of Red-winged blackbirds and watch Mallards take a sunny afternoon nap. Don't forget your binoculars as we head along East Bay to spot Purple Martins flying in and out of nest boxes foraging for their chicks.… Continue Reading Bird Walk from the Estuarium
Find out more »Estuary Explorers Summer Camp (K-2nd)
Explore the natural wonders of South Sound and discover the wild world of estuaries! This summer you can investigate the plants and animals living in Puget Sound, while learning how to become a steward of the environment through the Puget Sound Estuarium’s Summer Camps! Sea Stars - K-2nd Grade: June 27th - July 1st, 9:00 - 3:30 PM During the Estuarium’s Estuary Explorers Summer Camp - Sea Stars, K – 2nd grade students will get to engage in hands-on estuary… Continue Reading Estuary Explorers Summer Camp (K-2nd)
Find out more »July 2022
Scouting for Butterflies
Everyone loves butterflies, but how much do you really know about them? Are they all migratory? Aren't they in decline? How are they different than moths? Join David Droppers as we trek through the trails of Mountain Home Road in search of summer butterflies. Learn what makes each species unique, and how Lepidopterists study them. We will be using catch-and-release methods to observe them up close. Bring your camera! We will be walking on uneven ground and on single track… Continue Reading Scouting for Butterflies
Find out more »Traditional Basket Weaving Workshop
Basket weaving was and still is an important cultural tradition of the p'squosa people and other Native American tribes. Join Julie Edwards, Bernadine Phillips, and Brandon Finley for a Traditional Indigenous Basket Weaving Workshop. Bernadine is a p'squosa (Wenatchi) band member. Julie Edwards is p'squosa (Wenatchi, Nez Perce and Yakama. Brandon is from the Sinixt band. They all have been practicing basket weaving for many years. They are excited to share this traditional practice with you! Each day will be… Continue Reading Traditional Basket Weaving Workshop
Find out more »Downtown Sea Stroll with the Estuarium
Learn how the cultural and ecological history of Olympia’s historic shoreline intertwine during our Sea Stroll walking tours! Starting from the Estuarium we will loop around the downtown core to track the historic changes to Olympia's shoreline. Participants will walk the path our Education Team uses during our Estuary Life & Landforms field trips. Starting from the Estuarium, we will loop around the downtown core to track the historic changes to Olympia’s shoreline. Sea Stroll is approximately 1.5 miles long… Continue Reading Downtown Sea Stroll with the Estuarium
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