What’s Happening
Lo que está sucediendo
Help out, learn, build community and have fun!
¡Ayuda, aprende, construye una comunidad y diviértete!
Southwest Washington has so many opportunities to connect with nature. See the event calendar below for a wide range of opportunities with our regional partners.
Not seeing what you are looking for or want to schedule something special with a group? Contact the partner directly. Some information on this page may be out of date, so connect with the Partner for the most up to date information. Let’s get outside!
El suroeste de Washington ofrece muchísimas oportunidades para conectar con la naturaleza. Consulta el calendario de eventos para conocer la amplia gama de oportunidades con nuestros socios regionales.
¿No encuentra lo que busca o desea programar algo especial con un grupo? Ponte en contacto directamente con el socio. Es posible que parte de la información de esta página no esté actualizada; por ello, contacta con el socio para obtener la información más reciente. ¡Salgamos al aire libre!
Sort Event List by:
Accessible Supported | Adventure Sport | Agriculture | Art in Nature | Community Event | Elders | Healing | Hiking | Park Updates | Plants | Pollinators | Recreation | Road Trips | Sky Watch | Virtual Events | Volunteering | Water Fun | Wildlife | Workshops | Youth | FREE
LCNN is excited to share our Partner’s events, click each event for more detailed information - check with event host for most up to date information (LCNN does not lead these events).
NEW! For events that sound super fun but are just outside southwest Washington are listed as ROAD TRIPs.
Plas Newydd Farm Excursion & Canopy Time
Plas Newydd Farm Excursion & Canopy Time excursions are mostly monthly walks/rolls/rides on Plas Newydd Farm. Hosted by Abby Braithwaite and David Morgan (and some surprise guests), these adventures give us the chance to explore some of the most beautiful places on the farm, and provide a deeper opportunity to feel the rhythms of the land, observe the comings and goings of migratory birds, watch the bud and bloom of native and invasive plants, swat mosquitoes, and dodge raindrops!
“If you pay attention, you can tell time by the forest canopy—twigs and seeds, branches and leaves marking seasons with color, fullness, sway.” – Abby Braithwaite, A Portrait of the Artist as a Crone Tree
Part nature journaling, part phenological record-keeping, these explorations are a great way to spend more time out on the land than some of our workshops allow.
Bring your journal, your sketchbook, your camera and your senses.
Accessibility Note: This event takes place out on the land. We work to accommodate access however we can, and routinely customize the outing but please reach out if you have concerns so we can strategize together. You can email arts@pnfarm.com and we’ll take it from there.
Learn more about this and other upcoming events as well as register HERE
About our teacher: Regular Canopy Time hosts are Abby Braithwaite, PN Farm Arts Initiator, and her husband David Morgan, 3rd generation manager of Plas Newydd Farm. They both love little more than sharing stories of this place with visitors. Occasionally other farm arts volunteers and/or guest presenters join as well.
Naturescaping Perennial, Bulb and Seed Swap!
We are saving, dividing, and making room in our gardens!
NatureScaping & WSU Extension Clark County Master Gardeners present the 10th annual Perennial, Bulb and Seed Swap!
As colder weather approaches, do you have too many of something or a big plant that need to be divided? All great reasons to bring them to the swap!
This event will be held outdoors at the Wildlife Botanical Gardens
11000 NE 149th Street, Brush Prairie, WA. Join us and get some new ideas and plants for your home! You don't need to bring anything to join!
Most important: Please label items as well as possible (i.e. botanical or common name, size, sun/shade, wet/dry, bloom time, plant height).
We will also have a table with information regarding the WA Bee Atlas program.
Adopt-A-Park Event at St. Helens Park
Join members of the City of Vancouver’s volunteer Adopt-A-Park program for a morning of beautifying St Helens Park. We will be removing ivy and spreading mulch around trees and landscape beds.
Training, gloves, tools, water, and snacks will be provided.
This opportunity is family-friendly and great for teens. Youth under 18 must bring a signed minor consent form.
Volunteers should dress for the weather and wear long pants and closed-toe shoes.
There is no bathroom at this location.
Accessibility is important to us and we’ve taken it into account while planning this event. The park is wheelchair accessible, but some of the volunteer projects may not be. Work is primarily done in a quiet park with potential for some infrequent loud work sounds. For mulching projects, volunteers may be shoveling, twisting and turning, and pushing wheelbarrows. For invasive removal projects, volunteers may be kneeling, pulling, and twisting as well as possibly lifting plants overhead to load into a dumpster. There will be a space in the RSVP form for you to let us know if there are any accessibility needs you have so that we can do our best to find a volunteer role that will work for you.
Registration will close 24 hours prior to the event. If registration is closed and you are still interested in attending, please email cityvolunteer@cityofvancouver.us to let us know you will be a walk-up and you can sign in on-site.
Advance registration is required and space is limited. St. Helens Adopt-A-Park Volunteer RSVP.
Contact: Volunteer Programs at cityvolunteer@cityofvancouver.us or 360-487-8344
Wild Edibles: Native & Non with the Backyard Habitat Certification Program
Join the official Backyard Habitat Certification Program outreach staff at Good Year Farms to learn about edible native and introduced plants already abundant in our yards!
We will learn ethical harvest practices, preparation techniques, and how to help edible native plants thrive.
Attendees will sample a variety of plant inspired dishes, get recipes and resources, and learn more about how the Backyard Habitat Certification program can assist you in your gardening goals.
These classes are a time to get together and learn about stewarding habitat in our time and space. These sessions are designed to be informal and relaxed, so you can bring specific questions or just listen and learn.
Registration required HERE: $31/person - regardless of size or age - *catered breakfast included. It's always incredibly tasty and filling.
*Dietary restrictions will be broadly considered, i.e., there will be GF and vegan options, but we are unable to cater to specific needs.
Class starts at 10:00AM.
WNPS Suksdorfia Chapter: Speaker Sebastion Busby from TNC
Join the Washington Native Plant Society Suksdorfia chapter for connection, education and board election night!
SPEAKER: We are privileged to have Sebastion Busby from The Nature Conservancy (TNC) join us.
Sebastian provides scientific and technical support to TNC's forest carbon-oriented Natural Climate Solutions (NCS) programs and efforts across North America and globally. This work involves developing and applying methodologies to quantify carbon sequestration, carbon storage, and conservation benefits (e.g., biodiversity and ecosystem services) of sustainable forest management practices, utilizing forest inventory, remote sensing, GIS data, and forest growth and yield simulation modeling. Sebastion will share how scientists here in the Portland/Vancouver metro areas are shaping approaches to climate change globally and what that can mean for our local flora and fauna.
The meeting will be at Clark College in Vancouver, Hanna Hall, room 117.
There is easy parking right out front; please refer to this map: https://www.clark.edu/about/visitors-guide/getting-to-clark/maps/campus_map.pdf
Photo: The Nature Conservancy - Oregon Chapter
Clark College Native Plant Center - Fall Sale!
Hello native plant friends!
The Clark College Native Plant Center is having another fall plant sale this October 15th, 16th, and 17th! 🍁🍂 We look forward to seeing you and sharing with you all the ways our students have been growing 🌿💚
Remember fall is the best time to plant outdoors!
Clark College Native Plant Center - Fall Sale!
Hello native plant friends!
The Clark College Native Plant Center is having another fall plant sale this October 15th, 16th, and 17th! 🍁🍂 We look forward to seeing you and sharing with you all the ways our students have been growing 🌿💚
Remember fall is the best time to plant outdoors!
Clark College Native Plant Center - Fall Sale!
Hello native plant friends!
The Clark College Native Plant Center is having another fall plant sale this October 15th, 16th, and 17th! 🍁🍂 We look forward to seeing you and sharing with you all the ways our students have been growing 🌿💚
Remember fall is the best time to plant outdoors!
Native plant seed saving with Vancouver Bee Project
Join Vancouver Bee Project for Pollinators & Pints on Thursday, October 22, at 5:30 p.m. at Grays Restaurant & Bar at the Hilton!
October’s topic is native seed saving. Bring your questions, share your gardening experiences, and connect with others interested in native plants and pollinators. Whether you’re just getting started or have been saving seeds for years, come join the conversation!
¡Acompaña a Vancouver Bee Project en Pollinators & Pints el jueves 22 de octubre a las 5:30 p. m. en Grays Restaurant & Bar, en el Hilton!
El tema de octubre es la recolección y conservación de semillas de plantas nativas. Trae tus preguntas, comparte tus experiencias de jardinería y conoce a otras personas interesadas en las plantas nativas y los polinizadores. Ya sea que estés empezando o lleves años guardando semillas, ¡ven a conversar!
Make a Difference Day: Wetland Restoration and Native Planting Project
Join the Water Center and Clark Public Utilities for Make a Difference Day as we work together to restore 3.6 acres of wetlands through a two-year, grant-funded restoration project.
Volunteers will plant native trees and shrubs to create healthy habitat for birds, mammals, pollinators, and macroinvertebrates, while supporting clean, healthy waterways. Wetlands help filter pollutants, reduce runoff, and protect water quality while supporting a thriving ecosystem.
Come get your hands in the soil and help make a lasting difference for our local watershed!
Planting event will happen rain or shine.
We invite you to bring your own gardening gloves if you have them. We will have gloves for participants to borrow as well.
Planting in a wetland area means the soil could be wet and muddy. Wear sturdy shoes or boots that you don’t mind getting muddy. Waterproof or water resistant shoes are ideal.
All tools will be provided for volunteers.
Expect to walk a short distance, about 1/8 of a mile, to the planting site. We will have coffee, snacks and water for volunteers on site.
Registration is required. Sign up today!
All ages welcome. Youth under 18 must provide a signed minor consent form. Youth under 13 must have an adult guardian present.
Contact: Water Center staff at vanwrec@cityofvancouver.us or 360-487-7111
Bat Class at Nature’s Haven nursery
Just in time for Halloween!
Join Nature’s Haven Nursery to learn about the fascinating—and often underappreciated—bats of the Pacific Northwest. We’ll talk about the species that live here, what they eat, where they spend their time, why they’re so important to our ecosystems, and how we can make our yards more bat-friendly. We'll also have new bat houses available for sale.
Learn more about this and other classes, as well as registration HERE.
The Resilient Yard: Battling Climate Change at Home
What can you do to combat climate change at home?
This presentation breaks down a typical suburban yard into its component parts and gives you actions you can take to reduce your carbon footprint.
In partnership with the Fort Vancouver Regional Library
Accommodations
Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.
Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.
Особые условия могут быть запрошены с помощью нашей формы запроса на предоставление условий для людей с инвалидностью не позднее чем за 15 дней до мероприятия.
Wednesday Wanders @ the WREC
Join us on a Wednesday morning guided nature walk where we will explore the rich ecosystems along the Columbia River and adjacent wetland.
As we wander, we’ll discover native plants, search for wildlife, and learn how these vibrant waterways support life all around us. Whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned nature lover, there’s always something new to see and learn on the trail.
This program is great for families with youth ages 6 and older as well as adults who want to get out and wander!
Be prepared to walk 2 miles on paved pathways, unpaved wetland trails, and along sandy beaches.
Registration is required. Sign up today!
If the event becomes full, please contact the Water Center at vanwrec@cityofvancouver.us or 360-487-7111 to add your name to the waitlist.
Clearmeadows Park Naturespace Native Garden Planting
Join volunteers from the City of Vancouver’s Adopt-A-Park and Naturespaces programs to help install our newest Naturespace! We’ll plant 400 native plants to support pollinators and wildlife, and add beauty to the park. This is a great opportunity to learn more about native plant habitat. No prior planting experience necessary!
Training, gloves, tools, water, and snacks will be provided.
This opportunity is family-friendly and great for teens. Youth under 18 must bring a signed minor consent form.
Volunteers should dress for the weather and wear long pants and closed-toe shoes.
There is no bathroom at this location.
Accessibility is important to us and we’ve taken it into account while planning this event. Work is primarily done in a quiet neighborhood park with potential for some infrequent loud work sounds. Planting will involve digging, bending and kneeling. There will be a space in the RSVP form for you to let us know if there are any accessibility needs you have so that we can do our best to find a volunteer role that will work for you.
Advance registration is requested. Clearmeadows Naturespace Planting Volunteer RSVP. Registration will close 24 hours prior to the event. If registration is closed and you are still interested in attending, please email cityvolunteer@cityofvancouver.us to let us know you will be a walk-up and you can sign in on-site.
Contact: Volunteer Programs at cityvolunteer@cityofvancouver.us or 360-487-8344
Plas Newydd Farm Excursion & Canopy Time
Plas Newydd Farm Excursion & Canopy Time excursions are mostly monthly walks/rolls/rides on Plas Newydd Farm. Hosted by Abby Braithwaite and David Morgan (and some surprise guests), these adventures give us the chance to explore some of the most beautiful places on the farm, and provide a deeper opportunity to feel the rhythms of the land, observe the comings and goings of migratory birds, watch the bud and bloom of native and invasive plants, swat mosquitoes, and dodge raindrops!
“If you pay attention, you can tell time by the forest canopy—twigs and seeds, branches and leaves marking seasons with color, fullness, sway.” – Abby Braithwaite, A Portrait of the Artist as a Crone Tree
Part nature journaling, part phenological record-keeping, these explorations are a great way to spend more time out on the land than some of our workshops allow.
Bring your journal, your sketchbook, your camera and your senses.
Accessibility Note: This event takes place out on the land. We work to accommodate access however we can, and routinely customize the outing but please reach out if you have concerns so we can strategize together. You can email arts@pnfarm.com and we’ll take it from there.
Learn more about this and other upcoming events as well as register HERE
About our teacher: Regular Canopy Time hosts are Abby Braithwaite, PN Farm Arts Initiator, and her husband David Morgan, 3rd generation manager of Plas Newydd Farm. They both love little more than sharing stories of this place with visitors. Occasionally other farm arts volunteers and/or guest presenters join as well.
Second Saturday Work Party at Jane Weber Arboretum
Volunteering at the Jane Weber Arboretum
Monthly, we have our Second Saturday Work Party from 9am to noon. We often work on bigger projects and refreshments are always served.
Generally, our volunteers work on an area that is special to them or they just see a need to spruce things up.
We have three main volunteer areas. The Arboretum which encompasses the property grounds, The Stanger House restoration and the Caboose restoration.
Our volunteers show up rain or shine. Extreme weather can cancel plans.
For more information, email us at weberarboretum@gmail.com
Overview: The E. Jane Weber Arboretum is devoted to preserving this treasured natural resource and historic site in honor of Dr. Vinson and E. Jane Weber, who dedicated their homestead and lovely botanical garden to being a learning experience and inspiration – a legacy for others to cherish. To fulfill their dream, an entity was set up to oversee the arboretum and subsequently a non-profit to manage, protect and enhance this revered property along the Columbia River with outreach to the community, offering education and related activities that will be a shared commitment to the vision and purpose of the E. Jane Weber Arboretum. Watch this video for more information.
Accessibility note: the trails and grounds are natural surface and not always ADA compliant.
Mushroom Walk for Beginners
Join Vancouver Water Resources Education Center for a beginner-friendly program focused on discovering the amazing world of mushrooms.
We’ll explore what makes fungi unique, learn about their ecology, and practice using field guides to build identification skills. Please note, this is not an edible mushroom class.
This class is suitable for adults and youth ages 12 and older. All youth need to be accompanied by an adult.
Advanced registration required. Sign up today!
The class will be outdoors and take place rain or shine.
Expect to be stationary using field guides and learning about mushrooms for half the program and walking for the other half.
We will walk about 1 mile or less during the program. Walk will be on a variety of surfaces, including paved pathways and uneven, unpaved paths or sandy areas.
If the event becomes full, please contact the Water Center at vanwrec@cityofvancouver.us or 360-487-7111 to add your name to the waitlist.
Wednesday Wanders with WREC
Join Vancouver’s Water Resources Education Center on a Wednesday morning guided nature walk where we will explore the rich ecosystems along the Columbia River and adjacent wetland.
As we wander, we’ll discover native plants, search for wildlife, and learn how these vibrant waterways support life all around us. Whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned nature lover, there’s always something new to see and learn on the trail.
This program is great for families with youth ages 6 and older as well as adults who want to get out and wander!
Be prepared to walk 2 miles on paved pathways, unpaved wetland trails, and along sandy beaches.
Registration is required. Sign up today!
If the event becomes full, please contact the Water Center at vanwrec@cityofvancouver.us or 360-487-7111 to add your name to the waitlist.
Winter Open House - Plas Newydd Farm
Join staff and friends at Plas Newydd Farm for a day filled with workshops, wreath making, food, cider, walking tours, and live music!
Schedule
10am – 12pm Arrive / Mingle / Workshops
10am – 12pm Live Music
12pm Farm Tour / Walk
1pm Short Break
1:30pm – 3pm Lit Mag Launch
3pm – 4pm Workshop
Accessibility Note: This event takes place in an historic farmhouse that is not currently wheelchair accessible, as well as out on the landscape of a working farm. We will work to accommodate access however we can, but please email arts@pnfarm.com to confirm that the space will work for you!
More information can be found on their webpage HERE
MLK DAY Volunteer Planting at the East Fork Lewis River
Plant trees and shrubs to be a part of the largest habitat restoration project ever on the East Fork Lewis River! Clark County and The Estuary Partnership welcome all to join us.
The East Fork Lewis River Reconnection Project is a $23.5 million project that spans 3 river miles. The goal of the project is let the East Fork Lewis River to flow like it did historically — prior to gravel mining, the confinement of a multi-channel river system into a single channel, and other artificial alterations. Restoring the East Fork Lewis River benefits salmon, lamprey, and other wildlife. The project also reduces the flood risk and erosion that threatens homes, public infrastructure, and businesses while also expanding public access to the river. Estuary Partnership East Fork Lewis River
Pre-registration is required HERE.
All ages and abilities are welcome.
No prior experience is necessary.
Accessibility: Please let us know if you need accommodations to participate due to language, disability, or other additional needs. The project area is a 5-minute walk from the parking area. Planting will take place on uneven ground.
We'll provide: Planting gloves, tools, snacks, and warm beverages.
What to wear: Long sleeves, pants, sturdy sneakers or boots. Rubber boots may be helpful.
What you should bring: Water bottle, sun/raingear, and layers
Directions: A reminder email with directions and parking info will be sent 2-3 days before the event.
Questions? Please contact Samantha Dumont at 503-939-7381 or sdumont@estuarypartnership.org
Schedule:
9:30 AM - Check in and hike into site
9:45 AM - Introductions and project orientation
10:00 AM - Planting native trees and shrubs
12:30 PM - End of event
Thank you project funders and partners - this project wouldn't be possible without you: Clark County, NOAA, the Cowlitz Indian Tribe, Washington Department of Ecology, and Washington Recreation and Conservation Office.
Pollinator Festival 2027
From Green Thumbs to Curious Minds—Everyone’s Invited!
Join the Vancouver Bee Project and community partners for a Free, Family-Friendly Celebration…the 2027 Pollinator Festival!
Pollinators are essential to our ecosystems—and they need our help! This festival is your chance to learn, celebrate, and take action to protect these amazing creatures while having fun with your community.
Community Connection: Discover the fascinating lives of bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, and learn how to create habitats that help them thrive.
Fun for All Ages: Kids will love the crafts, games, and face painting, while adults can enjoy local vendor booths and expert-led talks.
Engaging Tours: Meet others who share your passion for nature and sustainability in a warm, welcoming atmosphere
The planning team is pulling together another great list of speakers, vendors and activities for all ages.
Stay tuned for more information but mark you calendar for this one of a kind event in the heart of Vancouver, WA!
Allies in Conservation: Making Your HOA a Haven for Pollinators
A growing number of our community members live in neighborhoods with Homeowners Associations, covenants, or deed restrictions.
With a little creativity and a lot of love for our insect neighbors, these spaces can be transformed into havens for pollinators! In this webinar, Xerces Society staff Aaron Anderson and Jacqueline Buenrostro will discuss the many ways we can support the amazing invertebrates within HOA communities, with tips, tricks, and new resources to share for creating and maintaining habitat that is “HOA-ready.”
Join this webinar to learn more: Allies in Conservation: Making Your HOA a Haven for Pollinators
Tuesday, Oct. 6 : 11 AM PT
This webinar will be recorded and available on the Xerces YouTube channel on the Bee City USA Playlist. Closed Captioning will be available during this webinar.
To request a reasonable accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact outreach@xerces.org.
Presenters:
Aaron Anderson: Pesticide Program Specialist, Towns and Cities Lead
Xerces Society
Aaron Anderson works with the public and Xerces staff to reduce pesticide use in residential landscapes, including promoting alternative pest control measures and pollinator-friendly gardening practices. Prior to joining Xerces in 2022, he researched pollinator conservation in urban landscapes, restored habitat for several endangered butterfly species, and worked in insect biocontrol. In 2021 he was an AAAS Mass Media Fellow at the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, where he reported science and business stories. Aaron has a PhD from Oregon State University, and outside of work you can probably find him riding his bike, science writing, or fiddling with old cameras.
Jacqueline Buenrostro: Pesticide Program Specialist, Urban Policy Lead Xerces Society
Jacqueline works with Xerces partners and community leaders to reduce pesticide use in towns, cities, and campuses through strategic outreach and policy action. Prior to joining the Xerces Society, Jacqueline worked with local governments in Colorado and Florida to enhance their integrated pest and pollinator management, promote biological control, and reduce reliance on pesticides. Her greatest passion is working directly with community members and decision makers to protect the invertebrate life that sustains us.
Jacqueline holds a Master of Science in entomology from Colorado State University. When she is not advocating for invertebrates, you can find her hiking through the forest or recreating nature's beauty in stained glass.
Autumn Nature Walk with a Master Naturalist
Autumn is a dynamic time of change in nature, with birds migrating across the land, plants preparing for dormancy, and fungi popping up everywhere. Learn more about local ecology and how seasonal shifts affect what we observe on this relaxed walk around Plas Newydd Farm.
Coffee, tea, water and light snacks will be provided.
Participants should plan on bringing a water bottle, lunch, and any specific snacks needed.
Accessibility Note: This workshop takes place in an historic farmhouse that is not currently wheelchair accessible, as well as out on the landscape of a working farm. We will work to accommodate access however we can, but please email arts@pnfarm.com to confirm that the space will work for you before you commit to the workshop!
Registration is required HERE.
Full and partial scholarships available. Please email Abby for more information.
About our teacher
Rebecca Lexa, MA, OMN, WFR is a naturalist in Portland, OR. She teaches a variety of classes on regional natural history, and leads guided nature tours in the Pacific Northwest. She is also the author of The Everyday Naturalist: How to Identify Animals, Plants, and Fungi Wherever You Go (Ten Speed Press, 2025).
Weed pulling event at Grandmother Camus pollinator garden
Join the Vancouver Bee Project as we care for a local pollinator garden!
In partnership with the City of Vancouver’s Naturespaces program, VBP is committed to caring for this unique pollinator garden.
With a mix of native and pollinator beneficial blooms, it is a great stop over site for pollinators in the local area. But we do grow weeds well here, so it is time to reclaim some space for the flower blooms. Bring some gloves and digging tools and be apart of this amazing community.
Light refreshments provided.
No registration necessary, just show up!
Native Plant Sale
The Ridgefield Garden Club holds bi-annual plant sale on the first Saturday in May during Ridgefield’s Springfest celebration. The sale features hanging baskets, planters, vegetables, herbs, perennials, annuals, and native plants that support local birds and pollinators. The second is in October during the BirdFest and Bluegrass Festival weekend featuring all native plants.
Funds raised from the sale support community projects such as school gardening programs, produce for local food banks, seasonal plantings in the downtown business district, and free holiday centerpiece crafts during Hometown Celebration in December.
The club also sponsors ivy removal work parties at Abrams Park, native plant installations in community parks, and grants for Ridgefield residents to add native plants to their own yards.
ROAD TRIP: Backyard Ecology Workshop Series: Planting for Pollinators
friendsoftrees & friendssharecommunityspace
Join us for a Backyard Ecology Workshop Series at @friendssharecommunityspace! Learn from our staff and connect with other plant lovers.
We have three workshops planned:
DIY Seed Ball Crafting: July 28
Seed balls are a fun way to spread native plants! Get your hands dirty and make some to bring home!Plant Nerd Q&A: Aug 25
Tree care and gardening got you stumped? Looking for advice on plant selection and design? Bring your questions and a panel of industry professionals and community partners will do our best to share some advice!Planting for Pollinators (+ Plant Giveaway): Sep 29
Looking to turn part of your landscape into a pollinator paradise? Come learn about pollinators and how to establish a pollinator garden. Participants will take home several native plants!
All events at 14814 SE Powell Blvd. Register here or link in bio: tinyurl.com/1foteco26
2026 Native Plant & Seed Library Opening Day w/VBP
Join the Vancouver Bee Project for the opening of our 2026 Native Plant & Seed Library
Stop by to pick up free native plants, seeds, and resources to help create habitat for native bees and other pollinators in your yard, patio, school, or community. Whether you're new to native plants or already growing a pollinator garden, everyone is welcome!
Help us put science into action and grow more native habitat throughout our community. Plants and seeds are available while supplies last.
Burnt Bridge Creek Native Plant Walk with WREC
Curious about using native plants in your yard?
Fall is the perfect time to plant as cooler temperatures and rains give new plantings a great start. Join the educators from the City’s Water Resources Education Center and take a guided walk along the Burnt Bridge Creek Greenway and see how native species thrive in restored landscapes.
We’ll highlight mature native plants installed by the City of Vancouver and talk about how you can bring the beauty and benefits of these plants to your own outdoor space — from supporting pollinators, attracting birds, and reducing water use.
Expect to walk about 2 miles on paved surfaces.
Walk is geared towards adults and youth ages 8 and older.
Advanced registration required. Sign up today!
If the event becomes full, please contact the Water Center at vanwrec@cityofvancouver.us or 360-487-7111 to add your name to the waitlist.
ROAD TRIP: Washington Outdoor Women - Fall Workshop Weekend
Washington Outdoor Women offers the right skills at the right pace.
Let us know which skills you’d like to learn, and we will schedule you for three, 4-hr hands-on classes over the weekend. We provide expert instructors, all the equipment you’ll need, and the WOW “can-do” attitude. We’ll also provide plenty of take-home resources and a wealth of networking opportunities. Join other Washington Outdoor Women in an empowering experience!
REGISTRANTS: 18yrs and older
REGISTRATION FEE: $395
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Sep 15th
FVRL: Mushroom Hunting for Beginners
Mushroom foraging is a popular pursuit in the Northwest! More than just a slideshow of edible mushrooms, this beginner-friendly class emphasizes skills and tools needed for accurate identification of mushrooms to determine edibility.
This is a FREE Fort Vancouver Regional Library workshop and open to all to attend. No registration is required.
Accommodations
Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.
Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.
Особые условия могут быть запрошены с помощью нашей формы запроса на предоставление условий для людей с инвалидностью не позднее чем за 15 дней до мероприятия.
FVRL: Mushroom Hunting for Beginners
Mushroom foraging is a popular pursuit in the Northwest! More than just a slideshow of edible mushrooms, this beginner-friendly class emphasizes skills and tools needed for accurate identification of mushrooms to determine edibility.
This is a FREE Fort Vancouver Regional Library workshop and open to all to attend. No registration is required.
Accommodations
Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.
Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.
Особые условия могут быть запрошены с помощью нашей формы запроса на предоставление условий для людей с инвалидностью не позднее чем за 15 дней до мероприятия.
Planting in Patches with the Pond Hags
Join the Pond Hags, local habitat builders, for a Planting in Patches class (and brunch) at Good Year Farms!
'Planting in Patches' is a class for those that may be overwhelmed by the idea of how (or even if) to convert their yard to habitat. We will cover some native plants 101 and dive into how to assess what you have to start. We will focus on one small part of your yard and come up with options for plants that will thrive there.
The Pond Hags are habitat landscapers and educators who specialize in water-wise gardening, backyard habitat certification, and native plant design; fellow constituents of the coven.
These classes are a time to get together and learn about stewarding habitat in our time and space. These sessions are designed to be informal and relaxed, so you can bring specific questions or just listen and learn.
Registration is required HERE. $31/person - regardless of size or age - *catered breakfast included. It's always incredibly tasty and filling.
*Dietary restrictions will be broadly considered, i.e., there will be GF and vegan options, but we are unable to cater to specific needs.
Class starts at 10:00AM.
2026 Native Plant & Seed Library Opening Day w/VBP
Join the Vancouver Bee Project for the opening of our 2026 Native Plant & Seed Library
Stop by to pick up free native plants, seeds, and resources to help create habitat for native bees and other pollinators in your yard, patio, school, or community. Whether you're new to native plants or already growing a pollinator garden, everyone is welcome!
Help us put science into action and grow more native habitat throughout our community. Plants and seeds are available while supplies last.
Perennial Propagation Workshop!
Perennial Propagation Workshop!🌿
Want to grow your garden for free? Learn to multiply your favorite perennials through stem cuttings and root division. Master Gardener Julie Carlsen will demonstrate the techniques and timing for success.
Cost: $15 (FREE for NatureScaping Members)
Membership: $25/yr ($15 for seniors)
📍 Space is limited—Registration Required!
Web: naturescaping.org; Email: info@naturescaping.org;Phone: 360-737-1160
Plas Newydd Farm Excursion & Canopy Time
Plas Newydd Farm Excursion & Canopy Time excursions are mostly monthly walks/rolls/rides on Plas Newydd Farm. Hosted by Abby Braithwaite and David Morgan (and some surprise guests), these adventures give us the chance to explore some of the most beautiful places on the farm, and provide a deeper opportunity to feel the rhythms of the land, observe the comings and goings of migratory birds, watch the bud and bloom of native and invasive plants, swat mosquitoes, and dodge raindrops!
“If you pay attention, you can tell time by the forest canopy—twigs and seeds, branches and leaves marking seasons with color, fullness, sway.” – Abby Braithwaite, A Portrait of the Artist as a Crone Tree
Part nature journaling, part phenological record-keeping, these explorations are a great way to spend more time out on the land than some of our workshops allow.
Bring your journal, your sketchbook, your camera and your senses.
Accessibility Note: This event takes place out on the land. We work to accommodate access however we can, and routinely customize the outing but please reach out if you have concerns so we can strategize together. You can email arts@pnfarm.com and we’ll take it from there.
Learn more about this and other upcoming events as well as register HERE
About our teacher: Regular Canopy Time hosts are Abby Braithwaite, PN Farm Arts Initiator, and her husband David Morgan, 3rd generation manager of Plas Newydd Farm. They both love little more than sharing stories of this place with visitors. Occasionally other farm arts volunteers and/or guest presenters join as well.
Native Habitat garden tour in Felida
Looking for some late-summer garden inspiration? Go see the Felida Native Habitat this weekend!
Steve, a Vancouver Bee Project volunteer, has planted more than 500 native plants in his yard over the past year. This is a wonderful opportunity to see a late-summer habitat filled with biodiversity and seasonal blooms—and discover how much life a native garden can support!
Saturday, September 5 | 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Sunday, September 6 | 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
10918 NW 27th Ct., Vancouver
https://linktr.ee/FelidaNativeHabitat
¿Buscas inspiración para tu jardín a finales del verano? ¡Visita Felida Native Habitat este fin de semana!
Steve, voluntario de Vancouver Bee Project, ha plantado más de 500 plantas nativas en su jardín durante el último año. Es una excelente oportunidad para conocer un hábitat lleno de biodiversidad y flores de temporada, y descubrir cuánta vida puede sustentar un jardín de plantas nativas.
Sábado 5 de septiembre | 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Domingo 6 de septiembre | 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
10918 NW 27th Ct., Vancouver
https://linktr.ee/FelidaNativeHabitat
FVRL: Mushroom Hunting for Beginners
Mushroom foraging is a popular pursuit in the Northwest! More than just a slideshow of edible mushrooms, this beginner-friendly class emphasizes skills and tools needed for accurate identification of mushrooms to determine edibility.
This is a FREE Fort Vancouver Regional Library workshop and open to all to attend. No registration is required.
Accommodations
Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.
Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.
Особые условия могут быть запрошены с помощью нашей формы запроса на предоставление условий для людей с инвалидностью не позднее чем за 15 дней до мероприятия.
WNPS Plant Hike in the Gorge
Join Steve Clark with the Washington Native Plant Society to look for rare native plants of Washington!
The walk is a gentle uphill of about 1.5 miles one way. An added bonus is a Fremont's silktassel bush (Garrya fremontii). Not on the Rare Care list but it is a pretty rare Washington plant. I've only seen it twice and this bush is huge.
Meet at the Wind River Arboretum at 11 AM. This is about 14 miles north of Carson, WA; an hour from Camas (see map here). We will hike a couple hours, have lunch at a nearby creek and head home. Let Ron Klump know at klumpron@gmail.com if you're interested.
Flora of Battle Ground Lake hike with WA State Parks
Enjoy a 1-mile informative plant hike through Battle Ground Lake’s Upper Trail.
Join Easton Lane, a Battle Ground Lake Park Aide, on a 1.5 to 2-hour hike.
Meet at the first covered picnic shelter near the day-use parking lot. Some picnic tables are available, but we do suggest BYOC (bring your own chair).
If the scheduled presenter is unable to attend, the program may be substituted with an alternative program.
Hike is limited to 20 people. Secure your spot by registering in advance by emailing battle.ground@parks.wa.gov.
Native Habitat garden tour in Felida
Looking for some late-summer garden inspiration? Go see the Felida Native Habitat this weekend!
Steve, a Vancouver Bee Project volunteer, has planted more than 500 native plants in his yard over the past year. This is a wonderful opportunity to see a late-summer habitat filled with biodiversity and seasonal blooms—and discover how much life a native garden can support!
Saturday, September 5 | 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Sunday, September 6 | 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
10918 NW 27th Ct., Vancouver
https://linktr.ee/FelidaNativeHabitat
¿Buscas inspiración para tu jardín a finales del verano? ¡Visita Felida Native Habitat este fin de semana!
Steve, voluntario de Vancouver Bee Project, ha plantado más de 500 plantas nativas en su jardín durante el último año. Es una excelente oportunidad para conocer un hábitat lleno de biodiversidad y flores de temporada, y descubrir cuánta vida puede sustentar un jardín de plantas nativas.
Sábado 5 de septiembre | 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Domingo 6 de septiembre | 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
10918 NW 27th Ct., Vancouver
https://linktr.ee/FelidaNativeHabitat
Native Plant Tending and Traditional Cultural and Ecological Knowledge
confluencenw & estuarypartnership
Join the Confluence Project NW and the Lower Columbia Estuary Partnership, local Indigenous partners, and the US Forest Service as we work together on the repatriation and rematriation of the Sandy River Delta.
This work is being done through land tending and traditional cultural and ecological knowledge focused on enhancement and rehabilitation of traditional harvesting areas, Indigenous foods gathering area within the conservation area. Collaborate with us while we work in community, spend time learning, and tend to native plants for cultural use to help them thrive!
Pre-registration is required HERE.
All ages and abilities are welcome. No prior experience is necessary. Please let us know if you need accommodations to participate due to language, disability, or other additional needs.
Youth aged 15+ may volunteer without an adult present.
Accessibility: A 1.25-mile gravel ADA trail (one -way). The project will be off this trail on uneven ground.
We'll provide: Tools, gloves, and snacks.
Please bring: Drinking water, sun protection, snacks or a sack lunch, and footwear you don’t mind getting a little damp and muddy.
Questions? Please contact Samantha Dumont at 503-939-7381 or sdumont@estuarypartnership.org
Thank you, project funders and partners - this project wouldn't be possible without you: US Forest Service, Metro Nature in Neighborhood, and the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board.
ROAD TRIP: Backyard Ecology Workshop Series: Plant Nerd Q & A
friendsoftrees & friendssharecommunityspace
Join us for a Backyard Ecology Workshop Series at @friendssharecommunityspace! Learn from our staff and connect with other plant lovers.
We have three workshops planned:
DIY Seed Ball Crafting: July 28
Seed balls are a fun way to spread native plants! Get your hands dirty and make some to bring home!Plant Nerd Q&A: Aug 25
Tree care and gardening got you stumped? Looking for advice on plant selection and design? Bring your questions and a panel of industry professionals and community partners will do our best to share some advice!Planting for Pollinators (+ Plant Giveaway): Sep 29
Looking to turn part of your landscape into a pollinator paradise? Come learn about pollinators and how to establish a pollinator garden. Participants will take home several native plants!
All events at 14814 SE Powell Blvd. Register here or link in bio: tinyurl.com/1foteco26
Forest Walk at Columbia Springs
You're invited! Join us for a Forest Walk at Columbia Springs.
Have you ever wondered what wildlife call Columbia Springs or what types of native plants you can find along the trails? Find the answers to these questions and more on a guided forest walk!
Come along with knowledgeable Columbia Springs staff, or expert volunteer, as they lead you on a walk on one of our trails to discover the magic of our site.
Forest walks are great for all ages!
Please note that our trails are not stroller friendly.
Let us know you’re coming in advance by registering at https://www.columbiasprings.org/events/guided-tours/
We will meet at 3:30pm.
Wear good walking shoes and dress for the weather!
“Voices of the River” Indigenous research submissions
The Confluence Project NW “Voices of the River” is now accepting submissions for its 5th annual journal—Sacred Waters.
This special edition, created in partnership with Oregon State University, centers the meaning of water to Indigenous peoples across the region. From hot springs and rapids to riffles and waterfalls, these places hold deep cultural, spiritual, and ecological significance—and carry histories of protection, use, and ongoing struggle.
We’re inviting Indigenous researchers to share work that reflects these relationships. We’re seeking:
Indigenous-authored research on Columbia River systems and regional watersheds
Indigenous-authored research on water/river ecology in the Pacific Northwest
Deadline: September 11, 2026 at 11:50 PM PST
Selected contributors will be published and compensated.
This is an opportunity to uplift Indigenous knowledge, creativity, and connection to water.
Learn more at www.confluenceproject.org
#voicesoftheriver #indigenousresearch #indigenousjournalism
Plas Newydd Farm Excursion & Canopy Time
Plas Newydd Farm Excursion & Canopy Time excursions are mostly monthly walks/rolls/rides on Plas Newydd Farm. Hosted by Abby Braithwaite and David Morgan (and some surprise guests), these adventures give us the chance to explore some of the most beautiful places on the farm, and provide a deeper opportunity to feel the rhythms of the land, observe the comings and goings of migratory birds, watch the bud and bloom of native and invasive plants, swat mosquitoes, and dodge raindrops!
“If you pay attention, you can tell time by the forest canopy—twigs and seeds, branches and leaves marking seasons with color, fullness, sway.” – Abby Braithwaite, A Portrait of the Artist as a Crone Tree
Part nature journaling, part phenological record-keeping, these explorations are a great way to spend more time out on the land than some of our workshops allow.
Bring your journal, your sketchbook, your camera and your senses.
Accessibility Note: This event takes place out on the land. We work to accommodate access however we can, and routinely customize the outing but please reach out if you have concerns so we can strategize together. You can email arts@pnfarm.com and we’ll take it from there.
Learn more about this and other upcoming events as well as register HERE
About our teacher: Regular Canopy Time hosts are Abby Braithwaite, PN Farm Arts Initiator, and her husband David Morgan, 3rd generation manager of Plas Newydd Farm. They both love little more than sharing stories of this place with visitors. Occasionally other farm arts volunteers and/or guest presenters join as well.
Building Soil & Style in Your Space : Lawn Be Gone!
Join Good Year Farms and Lydia Cox from Radish Gardens teaches how to create lush planting beds from souless lawn.
We will talk through a variety of options for converting lawn into planting beds, including: when to use different methods and materials, tips for creating clean lines along hardscaping or lawn that is being kept, where to source materials locally, tool recommendations, and more.
There will be a hands on demo and step-by-step planning guide to help you leave ready to reclaim precious space in your landscape!
Brunch in included and is catered by our favorite brother, Johan. It is always fresh and fun. Dietary options are considered (GF, veg).
Registration is required HERE.
Wednesday Wanders with WREC
Join Vancouver’s WREC staff on a Wednesday morning guided nature walk where we will explore the rich ecosystems along the Columbia River and adjacent wetland.
As we wander, we’ll discover native plants, search for wildlife, and learn how these vibrant waterways support life all around us. Whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned nature lover, there’s always something new to see and learn on the trail.
This program is great for families with youth ages 6 and older as well as adults who want to get out and wander!
Be prepared to walk 2 miles on paved pathways, unpaved wetland trails, and along sandy beaches.
Registration is required. Sign up today!
If the event becomes full, please contact the Water Center at vanwrec@cityofvancouver.us or 360-487-7111 to add your name to the waitlist.
ROAD TRIP: Backyard Ecology Workshop Series
friendsoftrees & friendssharecommunityspace
Join us for a Backyard Ecology Workshop Series at @friendssharecommunityspace! Learn from our staff and connect with other plant lovers.
We have three workshops planned:
DIY Seed Ball Crafting: July 28
Seed balls are a fun way to spread native plants! Get your hands dirty and make some to bring home!Plant Nerd Q&A: Aug 25
Tree care and gardening got you stumped? Looking for advice on plant selection and design? Bring your questions and a panel of industry professionals and community partners will do our best to share some advice!Planting for Pollinators (+ Plant Giveaway): Sep 29
Looking to turn part of your landscape into a pollinator paradise? Come learn about pollinators and how to establish a pollinator garden. Participants will take home several native plants!
All events at 14814 SE Powell Blvd. Register here or link in bio: tinyurl.com/1foteco26
Edible Plant Walks @ Nature’s Haven Natives
Nature’s Haven Nursery invites you to learn about edible native plants: Wildlife aren’t the only ones who can eat native plants - you can, too!
In this class, you’ll join Nature’s Haven’s Allie as they lead a tour of the property to explore our edible native plants. See examples of established plants in their native habitat and learn how to incorporate them into your diet. Afterward, shop the nursery to take home your favorites!
Class is free but registration is required HERE.
Join these other classes, too
All are free but require registration
Image credit Ann Froschauer/USFWS
ROAD TRIP: Wildcrafting at Mt. Hood Meadows
Join Mt. Hood Meadows team member and local wildflower expert Jesse Eaton on a hike through our permit area to learn about wildcrafting: the practice of gathering plant materials in their natural, wild settings, primarily for culinary and/or medicinal purposes.
Please note that these are solely educational hikes, as picking of wildflowers is prohibited in the Mt. Hood Meadows permit area. The purpose of this experience is to learn how to identify specific plants and gain knowledge about their medicinal and everyday uses, as well as to learn about foraging, growing these plants in your own garden, and how to be a good steward of the land.
The cost will include your guide and a scenic chair ride lift ticket.
Saturday, July 11, 18 & 25, 1-3 PM
Make a weekend of it! We offer camping spots in the main lot on the weekends during summer operations for those with self-contained RVs. Reserve your spot online in advance. Learn More & Reserve Your RV Spot
Help restore bird habitat with VAS
Birds rely on healthy habitats to survive so, Cameraderie is stepping out from behind the lens to get our hands dirty and help native birds and pollinators. Youth ages 10-18 with an interest in nature and wildlife photography and their parents are invited to join us this Saturday at Sam Walker Day Use and Picnic Area in Skamania County
Volunteers should come prepared for the elements with water, sunscreen, snacks, and lunch.
Wear sturdy shoes and protective clothing such as gloves, a hat, sunscreen, long sleeves, and pants.
Carpool info: Meet at the Steigerwald Lake NWR parking lot by 7:30am
Register HERE OR visit the VAS webpage and tap "Cameraderie Summer Registration."
Photos: Vesper Sparrow, Columbia Gorge Scenic Area, Rufous Hummingbird, Yellow-breasted Chat by Ken Pitts/Vancouver Audubon
