Urban Adventure & Urban Walking
Narbeck Wetland Sanctuary
Cross-country Skiing, Day Hiking & Snowshoeing
A strenuous, 14 mile round trip day hike, cross country ski, or snowshoe trip with 1,500 feet of elevation gain. The trail climbs steadily with views of the Lake Wenatchee, the Chiwaukum Mountains, and Stuart Range at the ridge crest.
Snowshoeing
A strenuous snowshoe trip at Stevens Pass, climbing 2,400 feet to a ridgeline and Peak 5576 (aka Nason Ridge Peak #1). This route is partly road walk, partly steep climb up a wooded ridge. Good opportunities for routefinding.
Scrambling & Snowshoeing
A moderate scramble near Coles Corner with 2,200 feet of elecation gain and 6.3 miles round trip. The route follows a forest service road so it is good for when avalanche danger is high on other routes in this area.
Day Hiking, Urban Walking & Urban Adventure
Enjoy an easy walk that is great for beginners and nature lovers with a lot to see in a short distance on the South Hill of Puyallup. The trail winds through the forest and wetlands and makes a wonderful destination for hot days with its ample shade and fall colors when the seasons change. This trail can be connected with Heritage Recreation Center to the north and South Hill Community Park to the south to add some distance.
Day Hiking
NatureBridge Olympic is a conference and retreat center on Lake Crescent near Port Angeles that facilitates school and group environmental science, family and youth programs, professional development retreats, and weddings. It's a great base camp for day hikes, stewardship trip on the coast and course lectures and field trips.
Backpacking, Day Hiking & Scrambling
Hike the Stafford Creek Trail to Navaho Pass or scramble Navaho Peak, Little Navaho (aka Freedom Peak), and/or Three Brothers in the Teanaway Area.
Backpacking, Day Hiking & Scrambling
A very strenuous, 18-mile round trip day hike with 3,200 feet of elevation gain up the East Fork of the Foss River. The trail follows the East Fork Foss River through second growth forest. Extend your hike by heading right after campgrounds up a steep side stream to Jade Lake and beyond, or consider a scramble like Otter Point.
Day Hiking
Steep 7 miles round trip, 3000' elevation gain fall line trail. Views to the Stillaguamish Valley, peaks of the North Cascades, and Whitehorse.
Climbing
Two rock spires in British Columbia, Canada that offer several alpine climbing options. Near the Chiliwack River, etwo spires are located between Illusion Peaks and Mount Rexford.
Climbing
The New Life Church in Everett has a climbing wall that we use for our Mountain Workshops.
Day Hiking, Naturalist, Trail Running & Urban Walking
Enjoy an easy hike of 3.5 to 4.2 miles with minimal elevation gain through second growth and wetlands in Silverdale on the Kitsap Penninsula.
Backpacking, Cross-country Skiing, Day Hiking, Snowshoeing, Trail Running & Backcountry Skiing
Newberry National Volcanic National Monument encompasses more than 54,000 acres of lakes, lava flows, and scenic geologic features in central Oregon as well as the 7,985 ft. Paulina Peak, Newberry Caldera, Big Obsidian Flow, and the mile-long Lava River Cave.
The Newcastle Library in the Coal Creek area of Bellevue has a meeting room for 44 and a smaller conference room for meetings and seminars.
This conveniently located library near the Factoria area of Bellevue has a very nice meeting room suited for meetings and lectures on the eastside.
Day Hiking
A moderately strenuous loop hike through old growth to flower studded hillside and great views. It's nearly 9 miles and 2,900 feet of elevation gain. It's not a good hike if you have a fear of heights.
Packrafting & Sea Kayaking
Sea kayak or packraft the Nisqually River Delta, the Nisqually Reach in South Puget Sound, and Medicine Creek, (aka McAllister Creek). Explore the Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge, a 762 acre protected estuary and home to many bird and aquatic species.
Stewardship
Join our partner in a variety of stewardship and educational opportunities to restore, maintain, and learn about essential habitats along rivers, wetlands and forests.
Day Hiking
The Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge provides numerous recreation opportunities including boating, hiking, and participating in educational programs among the refuge's unique ecosystems and diverse wildlife. It has a Visitor Center, an Environmental Learning Center, and ~5 miles of walking trails.
Sea Kayaking
A South Sound paddle from Luhr Beach to Anderson Island and back via Tolmie State Park and the Billy Frank National Wildlife Refuge.