Cedar River Watershed Education Center
Treasure Tour: Railroad History in the Watershed
Cedar River Watershed Education Center 17905 Cedar Falls Rd SE, North Bend, WA, United StatesTake a trip back in time with Clay Antieu, watershed rail historian. This tour seeks out some of the remaining structures, grades, and legacies created when railroads were king. Participants must be able to handle about 1 mile of hiking over uneven terrain.
Conducting the Rain Drum Symphony
Cedar River Watershed Education Center 17905 Cedar Falls Rd SE, North Bend, WA, United StatesThis class allows musicians, composers, and electronics enthusiasts an opportunity to compose songs for Dan Corson’s “Rain Drum Courtyard” at the Education Center. Day one will familiarize students with the art installation’s method of programming in MIDI. Day two will focus on playing students’ compositions while comparing and contrasting styles and methods. DATES: Saturday and…
NW Timber Community Songs and Stories
Cedar River Watershed Education Center 17905 Cedar Falls Rd SE, North Bend, WA, United StatesThis Father’s Day, enjoy local music traditions performed by Snoqualmie Valley artist, Bob Antone, and guests. Connect to the past through songs about Pacific Northwest history and industry: old-time logging, railroad folklore, and maybe even tales of Bigfoot and other strange creatures of the Northwest woods. All ages welcome
Spring Comes to the Watershed
Cedar River Watershed Education Center 17905 Cedar Falls Rd SE, North Bend, WA, United StatesAs the snow melts and weather warms, experience spring unfold with Seattle Public Utilities ecologist Rolf Gersonde, PhD. Explore the seasonal life cycle of plants and animals, learn what triggers plants to leaf out, identify iconic species of the Western Cascade Mountains, and discover how climate affects the arrival of spring. Ages: Adults
Railroad History Treasure Tour
Cedar River Watershed Education Center 17905 Cedar Falls Rd SE, North Bend, WA, United StatesTake a trip back in time with Clay Antieau, Seattle Public Utilities scientist and watershed rail historian. This tour seeks out some of the remaining structures, grades, and legacies created when railroads were king. Participants must be able to hike about 1 mile over uneven terrain. AGES: Adults, youth ages 10+
Quiet Water: Wetlands of the Watershed
Cedar River Watershed Education Center 17905 Cedar Falls Rd SE, North Bend, WA, United StatesJourney into the watershed with Clay Antieau, Seattle Public Utilities scientist and local authority on Northwest native plants. Highlights of the day include Eagle Ridge Meadow, a 40-acre fen; 14 Lakes, a strange “kettle” wetland; and a forested bog. Participants must be able to hike 2 - 3 miles of moderate to strenuous intensity over…
Mother’s Day
Cedar River Watershed Education Center 17905 Cedar Falls Rd SE, North Bend, WA, United StatesThis relaxing day celebrates all the mothers in our lives, as well as in the watershed. Bring the entire family to enjoy tea, coffee, and snacks while strolling the grounds of the Education Center and savoring the spectacular views of Rattlesnake Ledge. Discover fun tidbits about moms – both human and wild – who have…
Lichens: Mysterious Fungi of the Forest
Cedar River Watershed Education Center 17905 Cedar Falls Rd SE, North Bend, WA, United StatesJoin Professor Katherine Glew, PhD, to learn about the fascinating lichens of the forest. After a short overview of lichens in the classroom, venture into the watershed to find them. The last part of the day will be spent identifying and studying specimens collected in the field. TIME: 10:00 to 3:00 AGES: Adults COST: $20
Adventure Hike
Cedar River Watershed Education Center 17905 Cedar Falls Rd SE, North Bend, WA, United StatesJoin a Watershed Naturalist for a 2.5-mile fast-paced adventure hike along the trails of Rattlesnake and Christmas Lakes. We will experience the natural wonders of winter and look for early signs of spring around every corner. This hike is for ages 7 and up with an adult. Please, no strollers or dogs. We recommend you dress in warm layers, wear…