Standing in Snow
A little over four months ago, I set out on a hike with two of my closest friends on the Devils Doom loop in the North Cascades. …
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Blog Archive
Exploring "The Tangled Bank" with Robert Michael Pyle
North Cascades Institute welcomes Robert Michael Pyle to Village Books in Bellingham, 1200 11th St., Friday, December 7, 7 pm. Free! Robert Michael Pyle has been interpreting …
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Extended value gift certificates: $100 value for only $80!
In the spirit of giving back to all of you who have supported us over the years, as well as to encourage new friends, North Cascades Institute …
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Kitchen Gratitude: Another Year in the Foodshed
Above two photos: (top) Sous Chef Mike Cuseo gets some help trying out a crazy ides: Oyster (mushrooms) on the Half-shell. (bottom) After the oven… Photos by Kacey …
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Youth Leaders Come Together at North Cascades Institute
Over Veteran’s Day weekend 63 students participated in the third annual Youth Leadership Conference, held at the North Cascades Environmental Learning Center. This year, the …
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David Douglas: A Naturalist at Work
Spokane-based author, naturalist and teacher Jack Nisbet is fascinated with the natural and cultural history of the Pacific Northwest. He is one the most gifted interpreters of …
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On Rain
Leading photo: Puddles building up on a trail at the Learning Center. Photo by Rick Allen.
Be an Eagle Watcher!
What is the Eagle Watcher Volunteer Stewardship Program? Thanks to abundant runs of wild salmon, the Skagit River Watershed boasts one of the largest wintering populations of bald eagles in …
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As Fall Comes to A Close
On September 17th, the first Mountain School group of the fall season arrived at the North Cascades Environmental Learning Center. It was a bright, warm, cloudless, sunny …
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Congratulations Jon Riedel!
North Cascades Institute heartily congratulates our friend Dr. Jon Riedel of North Cascades National Park. Last week, National Park Service Pacific West Regional Director Chris Lehnertz announced the …
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