Thursday, April 11th 1 pm – 2:30 pm at Pomona Grange (Touch/Texture)
This is a short walk to incorporate the sense of touch into our experience with nature. Kids are always exploring the world through touch and texture so we thought it would be fun to dedicate some time to really honor that way of coming to know a place.
Monday, April 15th 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm at Padilla Bay Trail (Scent)
Breathe in. Can you smell the new growth of Spring? Give your kiddos the chance to smell the fresh air coming off the bay water. Take a moment to do some breathing exercises as we wander the water’s edge for a walk that is 1-4 miles.
Monday, April 22nd 12:30 pm -2:00 pm at Stimpson’s Family Nature Preserve (Sound)
Who is making that noise? Is it a bird sitting in the tree? Or is it the wind gently blowing through the leaves? Walk with us as we explore all the quiet noises of nature. What noise does the rock make when it’s dropped on the path? We will have the chance to explore what sounds we make as we move through nature.
We will meet at the trailhead of the walk for the community to gather to eat lunch together from 12:15 pm -12:45 pm. Please bring your own lunch as food will not be provided.
Friday, May 3rd 1 pm -3 pm at Little Mountain Park (Air)
What better place to have the little ones then at Little Mountain Park? Come to this family trek where we will be focusing on the air by doing some friendly breathing activities and walking as far as you want. All levels are welcome.
Tuesday, May 14th 1 pm -2:30 pm at Lions Park Trail (Earth)
Bring the kids to let out some spring energy at Heart Lake Trail. This walk will be dedicated to the earth. Come play with us as we go for a 1–2 mile walk.
Wednesday, May 22nd 5 pm – 6 pm at Northern State Recreation Area (Fire)
See a tree hollowed out from fire and explore the natural role of fire within our ecosystems as we learn and talk about the ways fire impacts landscapes. No actual fire will be present during the walk.
Friday, May 31st 1 pm -2:30 pm at Deception Pass (Water)
Come join us for our grand finale of walks for the spring season. Splash in the water, toss some rocks. We will walk along the inlet to the bay side, look at the dunes and play with what comes our fluid way. This walk will be between 1-3 miles. For this walk you need a Discover Pass to park at the trailhead. If you need one you can go to your local library to check out a pass, the pass is limited to usage for one week so time your checkout accordingly if you want to join us for our hike on the 31st.
We will meet at the trailhead of the walk for the community to gather to eat lunch together from 12:15 pm -12:45 pm. Please bring your own lunch as food will not be provided.