Poetry in the Woods has been CANCELED for this weekend. More details here. Our annual Poetry in the Woods is an inspirational weekend with renowned poet, author, and speaker, David Whyte, on our Bainbridge Island campus. David guides participants in an exploration of how imagination and creative expression can awaken the courage to simplify, to […]
“A great introduction to what the NGSS mean & look like in actual practice, taught in a very active, interesting way that feels attainable.” – Elizabeth Smith-Gordon, Bryn Mawr Elementary Learn how starting from student's own experiences and centering the student's community can increase engagement and make the science more meaningful. Venture outside the […]
In response to Governor Inslee’s call for increased social distancing related to COVID-19, IslandWood has made the decision to cancel this In-Person Information Session at the University of Washington. While it saddens us to cancel this event, it is the right choice to ensure your safety and the safety of our staff and community at large. […]
In response to Governor Inslee’s call today for increased social distancing related to COVID-19, IslandWood has made the decision to cancel Amorous Amphibians. This was not a decision we made lightly, but the health and safety of our community and staff is our utmost priority. Participants will learn about native frogs, their calls, and habits […]
This event is currently canceled. If you would be interested in a possible virtual alternative, please reach out to Brad Street at [email protected]. "You will learn tangible ways to take your students outside, engage your students with engineering concepts, and learn how other teachers have succeeded or altered a lesson for success." – […]
The March Dine & Discover dinner has been canceled. Learn more here. We’re so excited to celebrate Earth Month that we’re kicking it off a few days early with our our March dinner! Join us for an optional docent-led hike through our trails, followed by live music, a scrumptious three-course meal, and wine & […]
IslandWood's foundational graduate program in Education for Environment & Community, offered in partnership with the University of Washington's top-ranked College of Education is a 10-month teaching residency preparing culturally-responisve educators capable of catalyzing community and environmental stewardship. Join alumni, staff, and other prospective students during this online information session to get an overview of the program, review admissions requirements, […]
![[Image description: a child holds a caterpillar on their finger in the forest The logos for IslandWood, Bainbridge Island Land Trust, and the City Nature Challenge 2020 are overlaid over the image.]](https://islandwood.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Untitled-design-2020-04-14T113927.623.png "Untitled design – 2020-04-14T113927.623")
Islandwood and the Bainbridge Island Land Trust are leading Kitsap County in participating in the 2020 City Nature Challenge – a nature observation event using the iNaturalist app. The City Nature Challenge will take place in two parts: April 24 - 27: Observe! Take and upload pictures of wild plants and animals April […]
![[Image description: a close up photo of two people's hands. They are filling out worksheets on clipboards.]](https://islandwood.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Copy-of-Poem-Instagram-Post-1.png "Virtual Teacher Conference")
We are thrilled to be presenting two workshops at this free statewide virtual conference, hosted by the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI)! The virtual conference is open to all PreK-12 teachers in Washington State who want to learn more about the Climate Science Proviso, the ClimeTime project, or tools and resources […]
Dinner in the Woods is unfortunately cancelled. But we still need your support to keep us strong! Please visit our campaign page here!
