The board of directors of North Cascades Institute plays a pivotal role in our success by providing governance, oversight and strategic direction. Our board is composed of exceptional individuals with diverse experience and expertise. Their collective leadership, accountability and commitment to the organization add immense value. We are so grateful for the leadership and support each member provides to help us achieve our mission of inspiring environmental stewardship through transformative learning experiences in nature! We’d like to introduce three new board members who joined us in 2024…
When I sit down to eat a meal, I want to know that the food on my plate hasn’t been grown at the expense of the planet. Read More of Food Planet Future
What a summer it’s been, jam-packed and overflowing with fun as Institute programs got folks outside exploring and learning in our wild backyard! A sampling of the … Read More of Summer 2024 Photo Round-up!
Guest post by Kaylin Lilly, 2024 YLA Instructor After having an extremely impactful season last year, I was eager to come back to Youth Leadership Adventures as … Read More of Creating Community Beyond Language
The North Cascades are a hiker’s paradise. The trail system that we enjoy in these northern mountains provides access to spectacular places and ranks among the world’s … Read More of Trail Guide to Ptarmigan Ridge
Visiting a national park in Washington while enjoying a modicum of solitude has become a logistical feat: This summer, Mount Rainier National Park requires timed-entry reservations for Sunrise and … Read More of North Cascades in the Seattle Times