The sheer power of water was apparent in the North Cascades this last weekend after a recent Pineapple Express hit the Northwest. Warming temperatures combined with a …
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This week has brought the first significant snowfall to the North Cascades Environmental Learning Center. Sitting at a relatively low ~1,200 feet in the range, the Learning …
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When I awoke the other morning to see a forest of snow-covered trees, I felt just as excited when I made the same discovery as a child …
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Has it really been two months since the start of our fall Mountain School season? It seems like just yesterday I was welcoming my very first group …
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Last week, North Cascades Institute was the beneficiary of a major piece of artwork from Qwest Communications, thanks in large part to its creator, Northwest sculptor Tony …
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Large orange pumpkins, selected from a local farm, filled the kitchenette in the North Cascades Environmental Learning Center’s dining hall. Parents and children soon arrived and eagerly …
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Each season brings its own unique changes that are often welcomed when the time comes. Although I’m never ready for summer to end, and often in denial …
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By Katie Roloson For those of you who have worked in environmental education, at a summer camp, or with kids you may have played the game, “Bob …
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At the Environmental Learning Center, the weather this week hints almost of spring. It is tempting to get swept away from the season at hand into those …
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Every family has different holiday traditions. Most families gather for a big meal on Thanksgiving. Some watch or play football. My family likes to run in a …
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