Foothills Branch
Branch News
Volunteer to Host PCT Hikers at Stevens Lodge this Summer!
Stevens Lodge needs a few volunteers to keep the lodge open for PCT hikers August 9-September 29. It's a fun and great way to serve the many PCT hikers finishing their long journey, hear trail stories, and enjoy a relaxing getaway at the lodge for free!
Action Alert! Defend the National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA)
NEPA allows us to have a voice in how our public lands are managed and provides foundational environmental protection. The U.S. Forest Service is proposing significant changes to its regulations. Take action to protect how NEPA is used in Forest Service decision making!
Action Alert! SOAR Act
The SOAR Act has been introduced in both the House and Senate. Now it's time to contact your legislators to talk about the importance of this bill!
No Man's Land Film Festival - Aug 30
No Man's Land Film Festival is the premier all-women adventure film festival based out of Carbondale, Colorado and on tour internationally. Join us at the Seattle Program Center on August 30 to experience these incredible stories.
2nd Annual Baker Lodge Summer Weekend - Aug 9-11
Join the Seattle Photography and Naturalists Committees for a weekend of fun activities, building connections with new people and places, and tons of delicious food.
Action Alert! Dedicated, Full Funding Needed for the Land & Water Conservation Fund
In March, the Land & Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) was permanently reauthorized as part of the passage of the John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act. Though authorized, the LWCF needs dedicated, full funding to operate!
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*upcoming* Events
- August 20, 2019 Wilderness Nav - Review Kirkland Library
- August 20, 2019 Trail Running Committee - AWE Planning Panera Bread
- August 20, 2019 Folkdance - Kirkland Peter Kirk Community Center
- August 27, 2019 CANCELED - Folkdance - Kirkland Peter Kirk Community Center
- August 30, 2019 No Man's Land Outdoor Film Festival Seattle Program Center
- September 3, 2019 FOOTHILLS BRANCH LEADERSHIP COUNCIL MEETING Issaquah Town Hall Eagle Room