"A mother is not a person to lean on, but a person to make leaning unnecessary." - Dorothy C. Fisher There is nothing like a mother’s love and wild animal mothers are no exception. From the deepest oceans to the leafy treetops – mothers of all species are caring for their babies with dedication and courage. […]
Summer is on its way, and so are the leaves, fruits, and roots of some of the Pacific Northwest’s tastiest plants. Join IslandWood and King County at the Brightwater Education Center in Woodinville as we serve up some knowledge about common local edible plants and some simple, kid-friendly ways to enjoy them. We will learn […]
Join us for an afternoon of Native American Storytelling in our Great Hall. Gain insight into the art and culture of Coast Salish communities as you enjoy the stories of Western Washington tribes as told by Native American artist, storyteller, and educator, Roger Fernandes. About the Artist: Roger Fernandes, or Kawasa, is a member […]
Join IslandWood educators and certified Bainbridge Beach Naturalists for a beach exploration as we hunt for sea stars, sea cucumbers, urchins, and marine worms. At this great low -3.4 tide (wow!), we'll get a close-up look at critters and hidey holes rarely visible on this stretch of shoreline. Beach naturalists will be on hand to […]
Channel your inner beaver and get ready to build! Join IslandWood and King County as we explore how humans and animals engineer structures and landforms to control the way water flows across our land.
Welcome to the neighborhood! Your new home is a diverse, ecological treasure just waiting to be discovered. Let's take a hike to learn the "Fab Five" native trees, common bird species, and discover all the new sounds, textures and smells of your new home. Ages 4+ $5/person, 3 and under FREE Enjoy a […]
Spend your Sunday afternoon with us. No matter how hot or dry it's been, our ravine keeps its cool.
Hike our trails under towering cedars and climb our Canopy Tower to get a view of Mt. Rainier. Pack a picnic and lunch in one of our cozy treehouses, or spread a blanket alongside Mac’s pond and turn your eyes to the skies for violet-green swallows in their aerial pursuits of insect prey! IslandWood's trail […]
