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Mountain School at Home “ACHOTUS” Ep3: Lucinda Davis

Mountain School at Home “ACHOTUS” Ep3: Lucinda Davis

Dec 2, 2020North Cascades Institute

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Are you interested in leading a passionate team, d

Are you interested in leading a passionate team, dedicated to supporting stewardship and outdoor education opportunities in the North Cascades?

We are seeking candidates for Youth Leadership Program Manager, Kitchen Manager, and Human Resources Manager, and would love to hear from YOU!

🌲 Learn more and apply today at ncascades.org/jobs

Join North Cascades Institute and Third Place Book

Join North Cascades Institute and Third Place Books on Thursday, April 23 as we welcome Eric Wagner to the Lake Forest Park store for a closer look at what rhinoceros auklets, puffins and other seabirds have to teach us about the effects of climate change in the North Pacific. Weaving together natural history, marine science, and the myriad stories that humans tell about their environments, Wagner's new book "Seabirds as Sentinels" helps us better understand our local marine ecosystems and keep a close watch on the uncertain future of the oceans that sustain us all.

📚 RSVP for this free event at https://www.thirdplacebooks.com/event/eric-wagner

WE'RE HIRING for a wide variety of full time and s

WE'RE HIRING for a wide variety of full time and seasonal positions at our Environmental Learning Center in the heart of the North Cascades!

If you love working outdoors and inspiring stewardship through place-based environmental education, outdoor recreation, health and wellness, conservation, environmental justice and community engagement, we want to hear from YOU!

Learn more and apply today at ncascades.org/jobs

Many people have heard of golden hour in photograp

Many people have heard of golden hour in photography, occurring during the first hour after sunrise and the last hour before sunset, when the sun is low, creating soft, warm, and diffused light, but have you also heard of blue hour?

🔵 Blue hour in photography is a brief, magical period during twilight, roughly 20–30 minutes before sunrise or after sunset, when the sun is below the horizon.

🔵 During blue hour the landscape is covered in cool, deep blue and violet tones.

🔵 It is ideal for moody, calm, and atmospheric shots, which is always what the North Cascades are giving.

🔵 Check out these amazing blue hour photos of the North Cascades.

Are you team Blue hour 🔵 or golden hour 🟡? With a little planning and commitment to waking up earlier or going to bed later you can experience both magical times.

📸: @dallaspoulson

Backpacking in the North Cascades is usually never

Backpacking in the North Cascades is usually never easy and you have to earn those miles, throw snow and winter conditions in the mix and you have a classic challenge.

❄️☃️ While spring has arrived, snow and cold are very much still present in the higher elevations. Camping in snow and cold temps can be a magical experience, but one you need to be more prepared for.

❄️☃️Remember to come prepared for winter weather with extra gear (snowshoes, ice ax, extra clothing water, food etc.)

❄️☃️ Check weather, road and avalanche conditions before heading out.

❄️☃️ Practice Leave No Trace Principles

❄️☃️ Have fun and enjoy the unique experience that snow camping brings.

📸: @thenomadicartist

Today, we’re officially launching our Give BIG for

Today, we’re officially launching our Give BIG for Youth spring campaign! Your gift supports Mountain School and Youth Leadership Adventures, ensuring more young people have access to transformative experiences in nature.

And right now, your impact can go even further: Every gift made through May 26 will be matched dollar-for-dollar, up to $40,000!

Thank you for helping youth grow deep roots and create a brighter future!

⭐ MAKE YOUR GIFT TODAY AT ncascades.org/givebig

This June 24–28, join Hiking My Feelings and North

This June 24–28, join Hiking My Feelings and North Cascades Institute for a 5-day, 4-night immersive retreat in the heart of the North Cascades.

Set within one of the most ecologically rich and awe-inspiring landscapes in the country, this experience explores how time in nature supports physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Research continues to show that even small amounts of time outdoors can reduce stress, improve mood, and support overall health — and this retreat is designed to help you experience those benefits firsthand.
Together, we’ll move through mountains, forests, water, and dark sky using the Reciprocity Rx™ 4Rs framework: Receive, Reflect, Return, and Reconnect.

Participants will:
🌲 Hike through iconic landscapes, including the Maple Pass Trail (conditions permitting)
🌲 Engage in a hands-on stewardship project supporting the park
Explore reflective and creative practices to connect deeper to place, including landscape-based listening, nature journaling, and somatic work
🌲 Spend time on the water and under some of the darkest skies in the region
🌲 Gather in community to deepen connection to place, self, and each other

This experience is open to anyone curious about the intersection of nature, well-being, and stewardship — whether you're a care provider, a public lands supporter, or simply someone who feels called to spend more intentional time outside.

🌲 Learn more and apply: reciprocityrx.com/cascades

What an incredible evening yesterday with the one

What an incredible evening yesterday with the one and only Terry Tempest Williams, as part of our Spring Nature of Writing Speaker Series.

In her latest work, "The Glorians", Williams invites us to find grace in the unexpected and hope in our connection to the natural world and one another. Pick up your copy today at @village_books

SKAGIT TOURS ARE BACK! Beginning July 3, the Alice

SKAGIT TOURS ARE BACK! Beginning July 3, the Alice Ross IV sets sail on the azure waters of Diablo Lake in the North Cascades!

North Cascades Institute, in partnership with Seattle City Light, offers visitors fun, educational tours of Diablo Lake all summer. Experience jaw-dropping views of glacier-clad peaks, learn about the quirky history of the Upper Skagit Hydroelectric Project and enjoy lunch at the Environmental Learning Center!

Visit http://ncascades.org/skagit-tours to book your tour today!

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