Become a Beach Naturalist!
The sign-up for the South Sound Estuary Association’s Beach Naturalist Program have begun and spots are filling up fast! Over 60 volunteers will be trained to help people learn about and enjoy area beaches this summer. Beach Naturalist training sessions will be taught by experts in marine biology and interpretation. Subject matter will include the geological formation of Puget Sound, marine biology, near shore ecology, and identification and interpretation skills. Beach Naturalist volunteers are asked to commit 12 training hours followed by at least four days on the beach during the months of June, July, and August. The cost of the Beach Naturalist training is $40 and training begins April 7th. Two scholarships (made possible by the Griffin Neighborhood Association) are available for individuals from Steamboat Island Peninsula. Visit http://sseacenter.wordpress.com/volunteer/beach-naturalists or contact Leihla at 360-888-0565 or leihla@sseacenter.org for more information.
Become A Sound Steward: Share the Wonder of Puget Sound
Ever thought of becoming a volunteer naturalist? Sound Stewards lead downtown walking tours that weave together the story of this place and its peoples—including topics such as glaciers, estuaries, water, wildlife, history, land changes, stormwater, and sea level rise. The walks are semi-scripted with designated routes, stops and talking points (although presentations are personalized by each Sound Steward). Volunteers will be expected to attend at least 4 of 5 classroom trainings; attend one practice walk; and lead at least 3 hikes between Labor Day and Memorial Day. The classroom training schedule is as follows: March 14, South Sound Geology & Estuaries; March 21, Water Quality of Budd Inlet; March 28, Deschutes/Budd Inlet People & History; April 11, Common wildlife in and around Budd Inlet; April 25, Stormwater in downtown Olympia and History and current issues related to Capital Lake. All classroom trainings are in the Olympia Center from 7-8:30 pm. Practice walks will be in May. Contact: Patricia Pyle at ppyle@ci.olympia.wa.us or (360)570-5841.
Volunteers Needed for a Juvenile Salmon/Fish Community Study in Gray Harbor
The Wild Fish Conservancy is seeking volunteers to assist in an assessment of habitat use by fish (particularly juvenile salmon) in tidally-influenced areas of the Chehalis River estuary and tributaries. The sampling effort will use fyke trapping and beach seining to capture, identify, measure, and release juvenile salmon from March through the end of September, 2011. Habitat assessments will also be made to identify areas for future habitat restoration projects to aid in salmon recovery in the Chehalis Basin. Volunteers need to be in good physical condition (adequate for hauling seine nets and traveling across mud flats), be comfortable working from small boats, and be willing to work in adverse weather conditions. The effort will provide experience in field techniques, fish identification, data collection and habitat assessment. Group lodging will be available in the Grays Harbor area. If interested, please contact Todd Sandell at todd@wildfishconservancy.org, and provide a contact phone number.
Every Tuesday, 9am-3pm – South Sound Prairie Restoration Work Party
Contact: Ashley Smithers at 503.451.0824 or asmithers@tnc.org.
Every Wednesday, 8-10am – Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge Bird Walk
Meet at Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center Overlook at 8am, and join Phil Kelley from Black Hills Audubon Society for the entire walk or for as long as you wish.
Note to my current students: Because this list goes out to a wider community, some events on this list are not suitable for class assignments. Events that are suitable for the Volunteer Event Review assignment are marked in red and say VOLUNTEER EVENT at the end of the listing. Those events also are suitable for extra credit, as are the events marked in green that say EXTRA CREDIT at the end of the listing.
March 4 (Friday)
8:00 am – House Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee
(House Hearing Rm A, John L. O’Brien Building) Public hearing on HB 1109 (Concerning legislative review of gray wolf conservation and management). For details and to confirm date & time, go to www.leg.wa.gov/legislature/pages/calendar.aspx. EXTRA CREDIT
9:00 am – House Local Government Committee
(House Hearing Rm E, John L. O’Brien Building) Public hearing on SSB 5192 (Concerning provisions for notifications and appeals timelines under the shoreline management act). For details and to confirm date & time, go to www.leg.wa.gov/legislature/pages/calendar.aspx. EXTRA CREDIT
6-10 pm – South of the Sound Community Farm Land Trust Annual Meeting, Potluck & Square Dance
(South Bay Grange Hall, 3918 Sleater Kinney Rd. NE, Olympia 98502) Featuring keynote speaker Ron Shultz from the Washington Office of Farmland Preservation; a contra dance with the Grizzle Grazzle Tune Snugglers; a raffle with fantastic local items; and a potluck featuring food from many local farms! Bring a dish to share and help create the community support critical for sustaining vibrant local food systems. Families are welcome and kid activities will be provided during the meeting! Potluck starts at 6pm until food is gone! Meeting and presentations 6:30 – 8pm. Square Dance starts at 8pm: no experience required to have a great time! If you are interested in more details, volunteering, donating a raffle item or contributing otherwise visit http://communityfarmlandtrust.org/events or contact Halli Winstead at communityfarmlandtrust@gmail.com or (360) 292-9842 for details.
March 5 (Saturday)
9am – 1pm – Capitol Land Trust Stewardship Work Party
(West Olympia, near TESC) Planting and weed removal in the Green Cove Wetlands, on the Harper property. Working to add more species in the wetland buffer area. Contact Guy Maguire at guym@capitollandtrust.org or 943-3012 for information. VOLUNTEER EVENT
9:30am – Native Plant Salvage Project Plant Salvage
(Tumwater) Salvages begin at the site. Around noon, we serve a hot vegetarian lunch, and then move to our nursery/holding beds to pot the salvaged plants during the afternoon. Some volunteers choose to join us for the afternoon shift only, and we are always grateful for the extra help! To get details and directions, contact Tristan Woodsmith at nativeplantsalvage@gmail.com or at 360-867-2166. VOLUNTEER EVENT
9:30 am – 3:30 pm – People For Puget Sound’s South Sound Steward Training
(People For Puget Sound – South Sound Office, 120 E Union Ave, Suite 204, Olympia 98501) A free, one-day training course for restoration volunteers covering natural history of Puget Sound, principles of restoration ecology, current projects in the South Sound, an introduction to plant and waterbird identification/survey methods, and invasive vegetation management techniques. You need to register for the course by e-mailing cdonehower@pugetsound.org. If you have any questions, contact Christina Donehower at 360-754-9177 ext. 183 or at cdonehower@pugetsound.org. EXTRA CREDIT
10am-noon – Advanced Organic Gardening Class 2: Achieving Balanced Fertility; Indoor Seed Starting
(Black Lake Organic Learning Center, 4711 Black Lake Blvd. SW, 98512) Nutrient balance in the soil has a very specific ratio of ingredients to be attained on the basis of soil testing or educated guesswork. Arrive by 9:30am to register. Each class is $20; the last class is free for those who attended the first 4. For further information, go to www.blacklakeorganic.com, call (360)786-0537 or email info@bloorganic.net.
12-5pm – “Warm Home” Insulating Window Inserts
(Olympia Unitarian Church, 2300 West End Ct, Olympia) Are your windows putting a CHILL on your comfort and your budget? Save energy, cut costs and help the environment while you learn in a fun community setting how to build simple, low-cost interior insulating window inserts. These double layered windows fit snugly inside the window opening, are easily removable and can be made in custom sizes. They are built with local wood, shrink wrap and weatherstripping. The inserts are perfect for single-pane or aluminum windows. We provide the tools and materials, you bring measurements and friends – and together we’ll build a set of inserts for your house (and for others) to stay warm and save money this winter. Thanks to the City of Olympia Housing Program, this work-party is FREE to eligible low-income households (others pay cost of materials and a small workshop fee). For more information visit www.HomeEmPOWERment.org, call (360) 534 4717 or contact Joseph Becker at ionecobuilding@gmail.com. Register online @ http://www.HomeEmpowerment.org/low-income-application/register or contact us.
6:30 pm – film: Queen of the Sun with filmmakers Q & A plus local beekeeper demonstrations
(Capitol Theater, 206 5th Avenue SE, Olympia 98501) In recent years, colony collapse disorder, a phenomenon in which worker bees abruptly disappear, has affected more than 5 million hives worldwide. Given that bees pollinate 40% of the food humans eat, their vanishing signals huge repercussions for the planet. Traveling throughout the U.S., Europe, Australia and New Zealand, the director assembles a large cast of biodynamic beekeepers, scientists, and authors, who explore some of the reasons for colony collapse and suggest ways it might be remedied, including things the average person can do to improve the situation. EXTRA CREDIT
March 6 (Sunday)
5:00 pm – film: Queen of the Sun (See description on 3/5) EXTRA CREDIT
March 7 (Monday)
6:30 pm – film: Queen of the Sun (See description on 3/5) EXTRA CREDIT
March 8 (Tuesday)
9am – 3pm – South Sound prairie work party with The Nature Conservancy
Plan A: Oregon Spotted frog surveys will be done at Mima Creek. This event will only happen if we get some warmer weather the next couple of days. Plan B: If you want to participate in an indoor activity instead of OSF surveys, or the surveys are postponed, we will be meeting at Shotwell’s landing to clean seeds; sow Lomatium for plugs; and weed, mulch and fertilize raised beds. Bring gloves, raingear, waders or hip boots (if doing OSF survey), water and a lunch. Directions to Shotwell’s Landing Nursery: take I-5 to exit 95 (the Littlerock exit), ~10 miles south of Olympia; go west to the Stop sign in Littlerock by the Elementary School (it’s the only stop sign in Littlerock); continue straight for ~100 feet, and turn left onto Littlerock Road; go 1.7 miles south on Littlerock Road—Shotwell’s Nursery will be on your right. Directions to Mima Creek: take I-5 to exit 95 (the Littlerock exit), ~10 miles south of Olympia; go west through Littlerock to the T-intersection at the Mima Road/Waddell Creek; go south (left) on Mima Road ~4 miles (past Glacial Heritage); on your left are signs for Mima Creek, as well as a large barn—turn in at the barn to park. For more information—and to let them know you are coming—contact Ashley Smithers at 503.451.0824 or at asmithers@tnc.org. VOLUNTEER EVENT
7pm – Olympia Science Café: Tuberculosis in the 21st Century
(Batdorf & Bronson Coffee House, 516 Capitol Way S, Olympia) Everyone is surprised to hear that tuberculosis continues to be a deadly disease even in the 21st century. Dr. Diana Yu (Medical Officer for Thurston and Mason counties) will talk about the disease, its treatment and control challenges, and discuss ways to decrease your risk of acquiring TB.
9:00 pm – film: Queen of the Sun (See description on 3/5) EXTRA CREDIT
March 9 (Wednesday)
6:30– 9pm – Imagine Olympia Focus Meeting on Neighborhoods, Part 2
(Urban Onion Ballroom, 116 Legion Way SE in downtown Oly) We had over 60 people attend the January meeting to share their ideas and priorities for the future of Olympia’s neighborhoods, as part of the City of Olympia’s Comprehensive Plan update. Whether you attended the first meeting or not we urge you to join us for this follow-up. We will gather to talk about creating cohesive and connected neighborhoods, addressing concerns about development projects, neighborhood safety and much more! For more information, visit www.imagineolympia.com. EXTRA CREDIT
6:30 pm – film: Queen of the Sun (See description on 3/5) EXTRA CREDIT
7-9pm – (video) Good Food
(Traditions Café, 300 5th Ave SW, Olympia) Good Food offers an intimate look at the farmers, ranchers, and businesses that are creating a more sustainable food system in the Pacific Northwest. Video showing will be followed by discussion. Free (donations accepted). Co-sponsored by Earth Care Catholics of Olympia and Interfaith Works Earth Stewardship Committee. For more information, call 459-5825. EXTRA CREDIT
March 10 (Thursday)
4:00 pm – film: Queen of the Sun (See description on 3/5) EXTRA CREDIT
7pm – Marine Wildlife of Puget Sound
(LOTT WET Center, 500 Adams St. NE, Olympia 98501) Join Stream Team for a free slide show presentation of Puget Sound underwater wildlife given by diver, photographer and educator David Jennings. David is an avid birder, wildlife watcher, scuba diver and underwater photographer. He is also currently a member of an organization of recreational divers who conduct biodiversity and abundance surveys of fish and invertebrates during their dives. David helps conduct surveys from the Salish Sea down to Monterey Bay. In addition to some eye-popping slides David has taken locally in Puget Sound he also has some amazing images captured in the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the Olympic Coast National Marine Sanctuary. David will discuss some problems facing Puget Sound and other current marine conservation issues. EXTRA CREDIT
9:00 pm – film: Queen of the Sun (See description on 3/5) EXTRA CREDIT
March 11 (Friday)
Take-What-You-Dig work party with Pierce County’s Native Plant Salvage Alliance
(near Cheney Stadium in Tacoma) Registered participants can salvage a variety of native upland-forest plant species for use in their own yards. To register, visit: http://www.kwiksurveys.com/online-survey.php?surveyID=IINENI_a0163ba5.
March 12 (Saturday)
9 am – noon – English Ivy Removal in DuPont
Work Parties are rain or shine, so dress for Washington weather. RSVPs are required for directions—this ensures that we bring enough tools for everyone. RSVP to staff@nisquallylandtrust.org with a Subject line that reads “RSVP: Bannister Ivy Pull – March 12th”. The NLT provides tools, gloves, & some snacks at its work parties, but you are welcome to bring your own. For more information, contact Candi Ziegert at the Nisqually Land Trust, at (360) 489-3400. VOLUNTEER EVENT
10-3pm –The Nature Conservancy work party at Tenolquat Prairie
(Rainier) We will be pulling scotch broom, piling brush and possibly burning brush piles. Directions: from I-5, take exit 99 and head east on 93rd Ave SW; when 93rd dead-ends onto Old Hwy 99, turn right and continue to head south; at Waldrick Road turn left and continue until it ends at Military Road; turn left and continue until Military meets Rainier Road at the blinking red light; turn left onto Rainier Road and continue for about half a mile; turn left by the “Prairie Work Day” sign, and follow the gravel road to the gate and park. VOLUNTEER EVENT
10 am – noon – McLane Creek Maintenance
Join volunteers from the Native Plant Salvage Project and Stream Team in maintaining the trails around McLane Creek. Snacks will be provided! For more information, contact Tristan Woodsmith at nativeplantsalvage@gmail.com or at 360-867-2166. VOLUNTEER EVENT
10am-noon – Advanced Organic Gardening Class 3: Worms and Castings; Container Media and Growing
(Black Lake Organic Learning Center, 4711 Black Lake Blvd. SW, 98512) The castings from properly fed earthworms are superior in many ways to regular compost. Learn what it takes to generate superior plant food. Arrive by 9:30am to register. Each class is $20; the last class is free for those who attended the first 4. For further information, go to www.blacklakeorganic.com, call (360)786-0537 or email info@bloorganic.net.
March 13 (Sunday)
10am – noon – Titlow Park Waterbird Survey
(Titlow Park, Tacoma) Help identify and count waterbirds at Titlow Lagoon and beach. No experience necessary. For more information, contact Christina Donehower with People for Puget Sound, at 360-754-9177 ext. 183 or at cdonehower@pugetsound.org.
1-3pm – Woodland Creek Tree Planting
For directions or to register, contact Ann Marie at 754-3355 ext. 6857 or e-mail finanam@co.thurston.wa.us. VOLUNTEER EVENT
2-4 pm – South Puget Environmental Education Clearinghouse (SPEECH) Annual Meeting/21st birthday party
(SPEECH office: Media Island, 816 Adams Street SE, Olympia) SPEECH is a local non-profit environmental information clearinghouse founded in 1990. It is best known for publishing the quarterly environmental news journal, the South Sound Green Pages. In addition, SPEECH sponsors an environmental list serv (EnviroTalk) and regular forums and events. Current and former SPEECH board members and volunteers will briefly discuss the organization’s 21 year history, current projects, future events and potential outreach efforts. Board nominations and elections will also take place. Several volunteer positions involving fundraising, membership, events, news journal publication production and advertising are available. Refreshments will be provided. EXTRA CREDIT
March 14 (Monday)
7-9pm – The Alliance for Community Transition of South Sound (ACT-SS) Open House
(MIXX 96 Meeting Room, on the corner of State and Washington in downtown Olympia) ACT-SS was formed as a response to three concerns which will affect us locally: a changing climate; an unstable economy; and shortages of fossil fuels. The group’s purpose is to assist our community’s transition toward a resilient and sustainable future dependent upon human resourcefulness, renewable energy and a healthy natural environment. Several working groups have been formed to organize community participation in developing and implementing an action plan. During the open house, the community is invited to stop by several “stations” featuring the intentions of these work groups, and to sign up to participate in future efforts and discussions. Refreshments and door prizes donated by local businesses will be offered. Participating organizations include Transition Olympia – Climate Action, Thurston Climate Action Team, South Puget Environmental Education Clearinghouse, and Sustainable South Sound. EXTRA CREDIT
March 15 (Tuesday)
7-9 pm – Backyard Beekeeping: Could beekeeping be in your future?
(MIXX 96 Meeting Room, corner of State & Washington in downtown Olympia) Kellie Shincke, a local backyard beekeeper, will share from her experience with bees in her backyard. She will discuss both honeybees and mason bees as pollinators, different kinds of hives, and plants to attract bees to your yard and will bring samples of honey and hives.
March 17th (Thursday)
9am – noon – Capitol Land Trust Beach cleanup
(Twin Rivers Ranch Conservation Property, north of Shelton) Join in the Pacific Coast Shellfish Grower’s Association Annual beach cleanup. Contact Guy Maguire at guym@capitollandtrust.org or 943-3012 for information. VOLUNTEER EVENT
March 18 (Friday)
8:30 am –12:30 pm – English Ivy Removal in Yelm/Bald Hills
Work Parties are rain or shine, so dress for Washington weather. RSVPs are required for directions—this ensures that we bring enough tools for everyone. RSVP to staff@nisquallylandtrust.org with a Subject line that reads “RSVP: Friday, March 18th – English Ivy Removal in Yelm/Bald Hills”. The NLT provides tools, gloves, & some snacks at its work parties, but you are welcome to bring your own. For more information, contact Candi Ziegert at the Nisqually Land Trust, at (360) 489-3400.
Saturday March 19
10am-noon – Advanced Organic Gardening Class 4: Superior Soil Making; Garden Planting and Maintenance
(Black Lake Organic Learning Center, 4711 Black Lake Blvd. SW, 98512) Our objective is to create superior soil based on knowing all the factors and providing all the needed materials, and conditions of aeration, drainage, wetness and fertility. Arrive by 9:30am to register. Each class is $20; the last class is free for those who attended the first 4. For further information, go to www.blacklakeorganic.com, call (360)786-0537 or email info@bloorganic.net.
10am – 2pm – Straddleline ORV Park Tree Planting
Come plant riparian trees along Mox-Chehalis Creek at the Straddleline ORV Park, near McCleary. Bring sturdy shoes, gloves, and dress for the weather! The Grays Harbor Stream Team will provide tools, extra gloves, water, and light refreshments. For more information please contact Janel Spaulding, (360) 538-4212 or email jspauldi@ghc.edu.
March 20 (Sunday)
9:30am – Native Plant Salvage Project Plant Salvage
Salvages begin at the site. Around noon, we serve a hot vegetarian lunch, and then move to our nursery/holding beds to pot the salvaged plants during the afternoon. Some volunteers choose to join us for the afternoon shift only, and we are always grateful for the extra help! To get details and directions, contact Tristan Woodsmith at nativeplantsalvage@gmail.com or at 360-867-2166.
March 26 (Saturday)
9am- noon – Environmental Stewardship, Part 2
(The Olympia Center) The Olympia Planning Commission is seeking to engage citizens in deeper conversations that build on comments they have received from the website, various community meetings and interviews. This meeting has been convened to get community input on the topic of the environment. At the meeting, citizens will have an opportunity to learn more about the topic, discuss it with each other, and share their preferences and concerns with the City. Much of the time will be spent working together in small groups, with notetakers capturing the discussions at each table.
9am to 1pm – Capitol Land Trust Stewardship Work Party
(West Olympia, near TESC) Planting, weeding, touch up, mulching at the Kaiser property (part of the Green Cove Wetlands). Contact Guy Maguire at guym@capitollandtrust.org or 943-3012 for information.
10am-noon – Advanced Organic Gardening Class 5: Soil Making Workshop
(Black Lake Organic Learning Center, 4711 Black Lake Blvd. SW, 98512) This is where we put all the information to practical use by observing and participating in the preparation of soil-based, mineralized potting and gardening mixes and worm castings. Gardening goes easier with great soil. Arrive by 9:30am to register. Free if you attended the first 4 classes; $20 otherwise. For further information, go to www.blacklakeorganic.com, call (360)786-0537 or email info@bloorganic.net.
1:30-2:30 pm – Mushroom Hunting
(Tumwater Timberland Library) Tom Keller of the South Sound Mushroom Club will discuss mushroom hunting in the Pacific Northwest and help you identify the best edibles and the ones to stay away from.
Join SSEA at Washington Center for the Performing Arts for their National Geographic LIVE! Series featuring.
Tuesday, March 29
7:30 pm – David Doubilet: Undersea Images
(The Washington Center for the Performing Arts, Stage 1; 512 Washington St SE; Olympia 98501) Photographer David Doubilet estimates he has spent nearly half of his life in the sea since he took his first underwater photograph at the age of 12 with a Brownie Hawkeye camera sealed in a bag. Considered the world’s leading underwater photographer, Doubilet has introduced a generation to the mystery and wonder of the deep. He has photographed more than 70 stories for National Geographic reporting on coral reefs, historic shipwrecks, ocean predators, and exotic marine creatures. Doubilet is a part of the National Geographic LIVE! Series at the Washington Center for the Performing Arts and will present his story of underwater discovery and adventure. The event is not free—for more information, go to http://wcpa.squarespace.com/upcoming-events/2011/3/29/david-doubilet-undersea-images.html.
March 31 (Thursday)
6-9 pm – Naturescaping Workshops with Native Plant Salvage Project
(Lacey Community Center) Are you interested in sustainable landscaping practices that can result in reduced maintenance chores, including watering and mowing? Join us to learn design ideas for creating landscapes that are beautiful year round and feature native and waterwise plants; attract birds, butterflies, amphibians, and beneficial insects; and help protect and conserve our local waterways and groundwater. Learn how to transform your landscape into your home sanctuary, while also saving you time, money and resources. Participants will receive many free handouts to help create more attractive and sustainable landscapes. Free—but space is limited and registration is required. Sponsored by Stream Team.
April 2 (Saturday)
4 – 9 pm – 19th Annual Nisqually Land Trust Auction & Dinner Gala
(Saint Martin’s University, Lacey) Volunteers are needed to help throughout the day, from 9am to 10 pm. If you are interested in volunteering, please send an e-mail to staff@nisquallylandtrust.org with the Subject line “Auction Volunteer”.
April 9 (Saturday)
10am-noon – Discover the Wonders of Nature at the Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge
(Nisqually Wildlife Refuge) Aimed especially at families and educators, this program includes a tour of the Education Center, Nature Explore Area, and information about the Refuge’s environmental education programs. Free (donations accepted). Co-sponsored by Earth Care Catholics of Olympia and Interfaith Works Earth Stewardship Committee. For more information, call 459-5825.
Sun. April 10
1 pm – 3 pm – McLane Creek Maintenance
Join volunteers from the Native Plant Salvage Project and Stream Team in maintaining the trails around McLane Creek. Snacks will be provided! For more information, contact Tristan Woodsmith at nativeplantsalvage@gmail.com or at 360-867-2166.
April 12 (Tuesday)
7pm – Olympia Science Café: The Hubble Telescope
(Batdorf & Bronson Coffee House, 516 Capitol Way S, Olympia) Dr. Bruce Balick, Chair, Dept. of Astronomy, UW.
April 13th (Wednesday)
1-4pm – Capitol Land Trust Stewardship Work Party
(West Olympia, near TESC) Invasive removal at Harper Property. Pulling scotch broom and blackberry, cleaning up plantings and re-applying mulch. Contact Guy Maguire at guym@capitollandtrust.org or 943-3012 for information.
Thursday, April 14
5:30-8:00 pm – Climate Solutions 12th Annual Olympia Fundraiser
(Wine Cellar Room, Waterstreet Café; 610 Water St. SW, Olympia) Featured speakers: Rich Feldman, PNW Regional Manager, ECOtality North America; Gregg Small, Climate Solutions, Executive Director; and Lisa Smith, Enterprise for Equity. Come support Climate Solutions and hear Rich Feldman from ECOtality who’ll share the very latest news on their ambitious rollout of Electric Vehicle charging station infrastructure in our region. RSVP by April 4th to http://csolympiafundraiser2011.eventbrite.com.
April 16 (Saturday)
9 am – noon – Ohop Ivy Pull
For more information, call the Nisqually Land Trust at 360-489-3400.
April 22 (Friday)
8:30 am – 12:30 pm – Powell Uplands Scotch Broom Pull Earth Day!
For more information, call the Nisqually Land Trust at 360-489-3400.
April 28 (Thursday)
6:30 pm – What’s New at LOTT
(LOTT Headquarters, 500 Adams Street NE in Olympia) Join the Thurston County League of Women Voters to see LOTT’s new office and learn the latest on what LOTT does to reclaim wastewater, including how demand for this reclaimed water is growing. Social period at 6:30 p.m. followed by presentation and discussion at 7:00 p.m.
6:30– 8:45 pm – Rain Garden Workshop
(Tumwater) Learn to manage your stormwater onsite! Learn the details for creating a beautiful landscape feature that protects local waterways while managing drainage on-site. We’ll also have how-to information about other low-impact development techniques. Many free handouts and guidebooks for participants! Plus, we’ll be offering participants a chance to join us for some local rain garden installations this spring and summer for more hands-on learning! Registration is required. (Stay tuned for more details). Sponsored by Stream Team.
Sat. April, 30
10 am – noon – McLane Creek Maintenance
Join volunteers from the Native Plant Salvage Project and Stream Team in maintaining the trails around McLane Creek. Snacks will be provided! For more information, contact Tristan Woodsmith at nativeplantsalvage@gmail.com or at 360-867-2166.
May 10 (Tuesday)
7pm – Olympia Science Café: The magnitude 6.5 Puget Sound earthquake of Fall 2011 (that no one will feel)
(Batdorf & Bronson Coffee House, 516 Capitol Way S, Olympia) Prof. Emeritus Steve Malone and Past Director of the Pacific Northwest Seismic Network, UW
Sun. May 22
1 pm – 3 pm – McLane Creek Maintenance
Join volunteers from the Native Plant Salvage Project and Stream Team in maintaining the trails around McLane Creek. Snacks will be provided! For more information, contact Tristan Woodsmith at nativeplantsalvage@gmail.com or at 360-867-2166.
Wed. June 8
10 am – noon – McLane Creek Maintenance
Join volunteers from the Native Plant Salvage Project and Stream Team in maintaining the trails around McLane Creek. Snacks will be provided! For more information, contact Tristan Woodsmith at nativeplantsalvage@gmail.com or at 360-867-2166.
June 14 (Tuesday)
7pm – Olympia Science Café: Hair and the detection of breast cancer.
(Batdorf & Bronson Coffee House, 516 Capitol Way S, Olympia) Prof. Emeritus D. Lyman, Univ. of Utah.
June 23 (Thursday)
6:30 pm – Community Supported Agriculture
(Thurston County Courthouse, Bldg. 1, Room 280—2000 Lakeridge Dr. SW, Olympia 98502) Presentation by and discussion with several local CSA farmers regarding the social, economic and environmental benefits of the increasingly popular Community-Supported Agriculture. Speakers will discuss the benefits and how it works. Social period at 6:30 p.m. followed by presentation and disucssion beginning at 7:00 p.m.
Thurs. June 30
4:30 – 7:30 pm – McLane Creek Maintenance
Join volunteers from the Native Plant Salvage Project and Stream Team in maintaining the trails around McLane Creek. Snacks will be provided! For more information, contact Tristan Woodsmith at nativeplantsalvage@gmail.com or at 360-867-2166.
Wed. July 13
10 am – noon – McLane Creek Maintenance
Join volunteers from the Native Plant Salvage Project and Stream Team in maintaining the trails around McLane Creek. Snacks will be provided! For more information, contact Tristan Woodsmith at nativeplantsalvage@gmail.com or at 360-867-2166.