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September 2017
Dungeness River Festival
Come celebrate the Dungeness River and all of its resources at our annual River Festival! September 29th. See you there!
Find out more »Uncle Peter Storytime
Uncle Peter captivates audiences with entertaining and educational stories and fables. Come join in for a series of unique stories, some about the Locks, with music and special audio effects, every Friday at 11:15 am. Location outside the Ballard Locks Visitor Center on the Band Plaza...look for the sign. To register for the event go to: http://evite.me/xvwCE8QmdS
Find out more »Salty Cinema – Whale Rider
The first film in our Salty Cinema series is Whale Rider. Head down to the Northwest Maritime Center for a free, maritime related movie! "Only males are allowed to ascend to chiefdom in a Maori tribe in New Zealand. This ancient custom is upset when the child selected to be the next chief dies at birth. However, his twin sister, Pai (Keisha Castle-Hughes), survives. At age 12, she enlists the help of her grandmother (Vicky Haughton) and the training of…
Find out more »Public Lands Day – Lake Whatcom Park Volunteer Work Party
Public Lands Day - Lake Whatcom Park Volunteer Work Party: Sponsored by REI Join with local REI staff and volunteers to complete overlook improvements at the end of our new trail. Activities include clearing brush, debris and logs, moving rock and installing wood structures as needed. Hiking Information: The project site is close to the road and only a short hike over moderate terrain is necessary. Schedule: 8:30 am - Meet at the trailhead, gather for a safety briefing and…
Find out more »Nisqually Watershed Festival
The Watershed Festival is an annual celebration featuring art, discovery, music and family fun. This year’s festival will include a number of displays from local organizations, walking tours, the Insect Extravaganza, a salmon barbecue and other great coffee and food options. For decades, WEC has been working with the local groups and the Nisqually Indian Tribe to protect the watershed from development and pollution. From preventing a port from being built along the shoreline to restoring the salmon habitat to protecting…
Find out more »October 2017
Gardening Green sustainable landscaping class
Gardening Green provides practical information and simple yet powerful actions to protect the environment and human health. This is a relaxed, fun class that incorporates presentations, demonstrations, hands-on experiences, a native plant walk, and tours of sustainable landscapes. By the end of class you will have completed a master plan of the changes you want to make. Includes an on-site consultation at your property and a class manual. The course is held over six sessions from September 18 - October…
Find out more »Seattle Mayoral Forum on Arts and the Environment
Do you care about arts and the environment? Do you love music and public spaces? Join us to hear Jenny Durkan and Cary Moon tell us how they will ensure Seattle is a healthy, culturally vibrant, and truly livable city for all residents. Moderators: Florangela Davila of Crosscut Brady Piñero Walkinshaw of Grist This is a free event. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. RSVPing to the Facebook event does not guarantee admission—capacity is limited and attendees should arrive early to…
Find out more »Gardening Green sustainable landscaping class
Gardening Green provides practical information and simple yet powerful actions to protect the environment and human health. This is a relaxed, fun class that incorporates presentations, demonstrations, hands-on experiences, a native plant walk, and tours of sustainable landscapes. By the end of class you will have completed a master plan of the changes you want to make. Includes an on-site consultation at your property and a class manual. The course is held over six sessions from September 18 - October…
Find out more »Shoreline and Coastal Planners Group 2017 Fall Meeting
Join us for the spring meeting of the Shoreline and Coastal Planners Group where we will discuss the following topic: Steep Slopes in the Marine Environment. More details to follow.
Find out more »Kids’ Day at OysterFest
WSG's Marine Water Quality Specialist, Teri King, organizes and leads a full day with area 4th grade-children, teaching the students tools for daily living to improve water quality, protect the environment and practice personal safety. This event is part of the annual Oysterfest event.
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