Outdoor classes and activities in and around Snohomish County
Published 1:30 am Sunday, March 25, 2018
Free park-ing: The next day to visit national parks without an entrance fee is April 14, designated as Spring Day. Other free days are April 22 (Earth Day), June 2 (National Trails Day), June 9 (National Get Outdoors Day), June 10 (Fishing Day), Aug. 25 (the National Park Service’s 102nd birthday), Sept. 22 (National Public Lands Day), Nov. 11 (Veterans Day), and Nov. 23 (Autumn day). More at www.discoverpass.wa.gov.
Trail maintenance: Learn about how to be safe while on a trail work party, the types of tools used, what maintenance is needed and the techniques used at The Mountaineer’s Basic Trail Maintenance Class from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 31 at Lord Hill Regional Park, 12921 150th St. SE, Snohomish. More at www.mountaineers.org.
Historic tour: The second annual Camano Island Historic Sites Tour is April 6-8. Learn about the first settlers of Camano Island and the history of Camano Island State Park. The free self-guided tour includes interactive exhibits, history talks, a big band dance, spelling bee and pancake breakfast. New this year, free charter bus tours also available. More at camanohistoricsites.com.
STAY IN
The dates for the showing of Our Coast Community Film Series’ “Chasing Coral” have been corrected (below) to: 6:30-8:30 p.m. on April 25 at Everett Community College; and 7-9 p.m. on April 22 at UW-Bothell.
Outdoor Adventure Speaker Series: Author, adventurer and professional photographer Dan Clements will share his experiences from The Great Bear Rainforest located on the north/central coast of British Columbia and one of its most rare and unusual animals, the white spirit bear, from 6 to 8 p.m. March 27, Marysville Opera House, 1225 Third St., Marysville. A Q&A session follows the presentation. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Cost is $5. Call 360-363-8400 or visit marysvillewa.gov.
Hiking essentials: Learn about the basics of hiking, from what to put in your pack to how to dress for comfort and safety, at the Hike Essentials Seminar from 7 to 9 p.m. April 4 at the Snohomish County Public Utility District, 2320 California St., Everett. Space is limited and you must RSVP. Email sneega@gmail.com or visit www.mountaineers.org for more information.
Sustainable fisheries: Nicole Baker, a research scientist at the University of Washington School of Aquatic and Fisheries Science, will discuss sustainable fisheries and how to identify fish caught in them in the grocery store at a free talk 2 p.m. April 7 at the Everett Public Library Auditorium, 2702 Hoyt Avenue, Everett. For more information, call 425-257-7640.
The Mountaineers Gala: 6 to 10 p.m. April 14, Fremont Studios, 155 N. 35th St., Seattle. Dinner, reception, auctions benefiting Mountaineer programs. Special guest is Lynn Hill, a living legend in the national climbing community, who completed a free ascent of the The Nose in Yosemite — a feat that has been repeated only once in 19 years. More at www.mountaineers.org.
Marine movies: Learn more about Puget Sound and global marine environment through Our Coast Community Film Series. Features discussions led by film directors and marine experts from around the Northwest. See “Chasing Coral,” 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. April 25, Everett Community College, and 7 to 9 p.m. April 22 at UW-Bothell. More at www.snocomrc.org.
SNOWSHOE WITH A RANGER
Stevens Pass Mountain Resort: Learn about the winter environment, plants, wildlife, local history and snow safety on this 90-120 minute guided nature discovery tour along the Pacific Crest Trail. Meet at the Forest Service Guard Station by Parking Lot A. An optional Stevens Pass history presentation will be given at 10:30 a.m. Sessions are 11 a.m. Saturdays through March 24, and 11 a.m. Sundays through March 25. Suggested donation is $15 for adults and $10 for youth 16 and under. Call 360-677-2414.
Snoqualmie Pass, short hike: A 1-mile loop that winds through old-growth forest. See normally hidden lichens, fungus, winter birds and mammals. Discover what critters made those mysterious tracks and what exactly all those tiny black insects flipping around on the snow are. Hikes are 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays through March 25. Suggested donation of $15 for adults, $10 for youth 16 and under for short hike. Call 425-434-6111.
Snoqualmie Pass, extended hike: About 5 miles. Trek into the heart of Commonwealth Basin, a landscape rich with snowshoe routes and interesting winter life. Marten, ground squirrel, bobcat and wolverine all travel through the area, sometimes leaving evidence on the fresh snow. Hikes are 9 a.m. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays through March 25. Suggested donation of $25 per person for the half-day hikes. Call 425-434-6111.
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