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SUMMARY:Forest Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Event Overview: \nWith Ajahn Kovilo and Ajahn Nisabho\, from Clear Mountain Monastery. \nThis will be our 3rd year collaborating with Clear Mountain and it is met with huge excitement over the newly acquired home site for Clear Mountain Monastery\, which is located in North Bend. To all of you who had to reschedule the time and place from July at Hazel Wolf Wetlands Preserve to this new time on September 6th\, 12:30 – 2:00\, thank you for making the change. \nForterra NW had been working closely with Ajahn Kovilo and Ajahn Nisabho to find a new home that will provide a landscape of forest and trails ideally suited for gathering and meditation practice.  This new 90-acre North Bend location is a perfect fit and we will be celebrating our first Forterra Nature Discovery there in September. This landscape holds a variety of habitats including wetlands and dense forest that is home to fish bearing streams\, elk and all sorts of other wildlife. Join us for this meditative\,  deep nature experience and celebration of a new home. \nWhy Forest Meditation? The Buddha was born under a tree\, attained Enlightenment under a tree\, lived and practiced under trees\, and passed away under a tree. From those earliest days through the entire course of Buddhist history native forests and wilderness preserves played a vital part in nurturing the spiritual lives of sincere and ardent practitioners intent on understanding the truth of “the way things are.”  Let’s see what we can learn from sitting together.
URL:https://forterra.org/event/forest-meditation/
LOCATION:Clear Mountain Monastery\, 15901 Cedar Falls Rd. SE\, North Bend\, Wash\, 98045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Forterra Nature Discovery
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SUMMARY:Forterra Fridays: September 2026
DESCRIPTION:  \nForterra Fridays: September 2026 \nFriday\, September 18\, 2026\, 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM \nWe’re excited to invite you to volunteer with the Healthy Forest Program at McCollum Park\, a beautiful 78-acre space in Everett\, Washington. The park offers a diverse landscape\, including forested areas\, walking trails\, and open fields. It’s also home to the Northwest Stream Center\, which provides educational programming that focuses on local waterways and stream restoration. \nJoin us on Friday\, September 18\, 2026\, 1:00 – 3:30 PM as we work together to restore essential habitat at McCollum Park. We’ll begin with an educational walk-through of the park. Restoration professionals will be on-site to answer questions about plants\, restoration practices\, and conservation efforts. Volunteers will focus on removing introduced blackberry and ivy which compete with native plants for resources and cause environmental harm. \nThis is a great opportunity to connect with nature\, create community\, and make a positive impact on our local environment. We look forward to seeing you there! \nWhat we are doing: We will focus on removing ivy\, blackberry\, and other weeds. \nWhat to bring: Please wear long sleeves\, long pants and sturdy\, closed-toe shoes that you don’t mind getting dirty or snagged on prickly plants. Bring a full water bottle and a snack. Hand tools and gloves will be provided\, but you can bring your own if you wish. Remember to bring rain gear if rain is in the forecast. \nWhere to park: Park in the lot north of the old swimming pool at McCollum Park (600 128th St SE Everett\, WA 98208). \nWhere to meet: We will meet at the northwest end of the park\, in the parking lot north of the swimming pool. Follow the signs and look for the people wearing yellow vests. \nMeeting Location: We will meet at the northwest end of the park\, in the parking lot north of the swimming pool. Follow the signs and look for the people wearing yellow vests. \nDate and Time: Friday\, September 18\, 2026\, 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM \nRegister and learn more here. \n  \n 
URL:https://forterra.org/event/forterra-fridays-september-2026/
LOCATION:McCollum Park\, 600 128th St SE\, Everett\, WA\, 98208\, United States
CATEGORIES:Forterra Fridays
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SUMMARY:Forest Thinning
DESCRIPTION:Event Overview: \nThe Swamp Lake area is just east of Snoqualmie Pass. It was home to unnaturally dense forests with low biodiversity and low resistance to fire\, but today it is a place where wise tree thinning and replanting are restoring wildlife populations and boosting fire resilience. With a more natural landscape\, animals such as elk\, bear and deer are returning. Join naturalist Gary Mozel for a moderate hike and see for yourself what ecological forest management looks like. You’ll meet a great diversity of plants\, see what we’ve learned about returning animals\, and discover how this site helps larger efforts to restore forests east of the Cascade Crest. \nAbout Swamp Lake.  \nSwamp Lake is a marshy area surrounded by forest at about 2\,400 feet elevation. It lies in an area where eastside and westside forests mingle freely\, where cedars and pines are neighbors. Forterra\, working with various partners\, acquired the site in 2006 and then embarked on a restoration effort that is seeing good results while still being a work in progress. This is your chance to see an example of how Forterra works with partners to find and enhance landscapes that can thrive and endure under our stewardship. \n  \n 
URL:https://forterra.org/event/forest-thinning/
LOCATION:Swamp Lake\, Swamp Lake\, WA\, 98925\, United States
CATEGORIES:Forterra Nature Discovery
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SUMMARY:Nature Through the Eyes of the Yakama
DESCRIPTION:Event Overview: \nForterra is joining leaders from the Yakama Nation to invite you\, our supporters\, for a day of appreciating nature through the eyes of the people that have been a part of this landscape since time immemorial. We’ll learn about the waters\, mountains and wildlife habitat that is being cared for and stewarded for future generations. Spend part of you day connecting with the people\, the land and learn about what the future holds for the area; such as the clean-up of the Roslyn coal mine and Forterra’s ongoing property management in the region. Stay tuned for more details. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://forterra.org/event/nature-through-the-eyes-of-the-yakama/
LOCATION:Roslyn\, Roslyn\, WA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Forterra Nature Discovery
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SUMMARY:Forterra Fridays: October 2026
DESCRIPTION:  \nForterra Fridays: October 2026 \nFriday\, Oct. 16\, 2026\, 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm \nFall into restoration with us! We’re excited to invite you to volunteer at Duwamish Hill Preserve\, a vibrant Tukwila park that provides critical wildlife habitat and walking trails in the heart of an industrial corridor.  \nJoin us on Friday\, October 16\, from 1:00 to 3:30 PM\, as we restore essential habitat by removing Himalayan blackberry—an aggressive invasive species that threatens the health of our native trees\, shrubs\, and groundcover.  \nNative plants don’t just look good\, they do good. They support wildlife\, improve air and water quality\, and help create more resilient ecosystems in our urban environments.  \nWe’ll kick things off with a walk through the preserve and have restoration professionals on hand to share their knowledge and answer your questions about native plants\, the Green Tukwila Partnership\, and Forterra’s long-term stewardship of this special place.  \nWhat we are doing: We’ll be clearing blackberries to protect the native trees and groundcovers that have already been planted by volunteers like you. The Preserve now features a Cultural Garden\, an outdoor classroom\, an enhanced trail system\, and ongoing restoration areas—your efforts will help ensure this space thrives for generations to come. \nWhat to bring: Dress for the weather—layers are your friend! Please bring a reusable water bottle. Forterra will provide snacks\, drinks\, tools\, and gloves. Together\, we’ll have fun!  \nWhere to park: Park in the lot at Duwamish Hill Preserve. View in Google Maps\n \nWhere to meet: Signs will guide you from the parking area to our meeting spot. \nDate and Time: Friday\, October 16\, 2026\, 1:00 –3:30 PM  \nRegister and learn more here.
URL:https://forterra.org/event/forterra-fridays-october-2026/
LOCATION:Duwamish Hill Preserve\, 3800 S 115th St\, Tukwila\, WA\, 98168\, United States
CATEGORIES:Forterra Fridays
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SUMMARY:Identify that Fungi
DESCRIPTION:Event Overview: \nDuring this slow meander through the woods\, participants will learn the key tree species in the PNW and why those are important for identifying and finding fungi. We’ll learn the roles fungi play in the ecosystem and how to distinguish different mushrooms with field guides and spore prints. This class is great for beginners hoping to dive into the world of fungi and foraging along with plant identification. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://forterra.org/event/identify-that-fungi/
LOCATION:Maxine G. Morse Nature Conservancy\, 6723 304th St E\,\, Graham\, 98338\, United States
CATEGORIES:Forterra Nature Discovery
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SUMMARY:Forterra Fridays: November 2026
DESCRIPTION:  \nForterra Fridays: November 2026 \nFriday\, Nov. 20\, 2026\, 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm \nBundle up and dig in! We’re closing out the season with a special volunteer day at Patterson Creek Preserve\, a stunning forested property teeming with biodiversity and brimming with potential.  \nOn Friday\, November 20\, from 1:00 to 3:30 PM\, you’re invited to help us remove invasive blackberries at Patterson Creek Preserve.  \nWe’ll begin with a short walk through the preserve and hear from restoration professionals about how thoughtful land stewardship creates real impact. Come ready to learn about ecological restoration\, the role of social trails\, and how Forterra is redefining land conservation in the Pacific Northwest.  \nWhat we are doing: We’ll be removing invasive blackberries from social trail areas to expand habitat\, improve soil stability\, and increase the overall health of the preserve. Patterson Creek Preserve holds a special place in Forterra’s mission—this is your chance to be part of its story.  \nWhat to bring: Dress in warm\, weather-appropriate layers and bring a reusable water bottle. Forterra will supply tools\, gloves\, drinks\, and snacks. \nWhere to park: Please park at the end of the road at Patterson Creek Preserve\, following the Forterra signs. Get directions here (Google Maps link). \nDate and Time: Friday\, Nov. 20\, 2026\, 1:00 –3:30 PM  \nRegister and learn more here.
URL:https://forterra.org/event/forterra-fridays-november-2026/
LOCATION:Patterson Creek Preserve\, Treemont Way SE\, Fall City\, WA\, 98024\, United States
CATEGORIES:Forterra Fridays
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SUMMARY:Wild Women Walk
DESCRIPTION:Event Overview: \nThis women-only event celebrates the season with a walk through a wintery Northwest landscape. Bundle up and get out there to discover that the forest and all its inhabitants are still there. The frost moon or long night moon\, is remarkable and historically marks a time of reflection and renewal. If we find an appropriate location\, we may gather around a fire. Bring warm drinks and some stories to share. \nAbout Morse Wildlife Preserve\nMorse is over 90 acres of forest\, prairie and wetland landscape that provides habitat for all sorts of plants and animals\, including: black tailed deer\, Roosevelt elk\, bobcat\, thatcher ants and countless migratory birds in the spring. This land-story begins with the owners and private partners recognizing the value of conservation and ultimately working with Forterra to hold and steward the property. Over time\, Forterra developed partnerships with the Bird Alliance and the Morse Force. These community and regional organizations provide the weekly stewardship\, restoration and study particular to this landscape. A gem of a landscape\, Morse Wildlife Preserve is a perfect example of donors\, community and vision of nature and people thriving together. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://forterra.org/event/wild-women-walk/
LOCATION:Morse Wildlife Preserve\, 25415 70th Ave \, Graham\, WA\, 98338\, United States
CATEGORIES:Forterra Nature Discovery
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