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SUMMARY:Olympia Lecture: Water We Up To? The New Science of Washington's Aquatic Reserves
DESCRIPTION:Austin Greene\, Ph.D.\, Lead scientist for Washington Department of Natural Resources\, Aquatic Reserves Program \nApril 30\, 2026 7:00 pm\, Lacey Community Center \n\n\n\n\nAustin Greene leads a team of scientists and technicians working to better understand the unique habitats on eight Aquatic Reserves in Washington and the impacts challenging the future of these ecosystems. In this presentation Austin will highlight some of the new methods being used to study aquatic lands on Reserves including a robotic surface vessel for mapping marine plants\, underwater camera systems\, autonomous reef monitoring structures (ARMS) and more. Preliminary results from select projects will be presented alongside an overview of upcoming research on Aquatic Reserves and the program’s value as a professional development experience for young scientists.
URL:https://friendsofsalishsea.org/event/olympia-lecture-water-we-up-to-the-new-science-of-washingtons-aquatic-reserves/
LOCATION:Lacey Community Center\, 6929 Pacific Ave SE\, Lacey\, WA\, 98503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture Series,Olympia Lectures
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SUMMARY:Prairie Appreciation Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:With no admission charge\, explore Glacial Heritage Preserve\, one of the largest remaining remnants of Western Washington’s endangered prairie ecosystem.  Thanks to on-going restoration for over 30 years\, the prairie now looks much the way it may have looked 200 years ago. For up-to-date information about the event: https://www.prairieappreciationday.org/ \nHere are some fun ways you can experience the 1\,020-acre Glacial Heritage Preserve: \nThe Activity Trail\, ~ 1 mile: contains a number of informative stations covering various aspects of our South Sound prairies. The stations have experts to discuss each topic as well as activities for children and the young at heart. Activities may include:  making seed balls and trying your hand at writing with ink made from oak galls.  Talk to experts about birds\, butterflies\, bees\, gardening with native prairie plants\, how fire is used to restore prairies\, and much more.. \nThe Self-Guided Trail\, ~ 4 miles: A good choice for those who just want to absorb the ambiance and peace of the prairies\, this route also includes a cut-off trail for those wishing a shorter walk. The walk takes you past an osprey nest down to an oak savanna bordering the Black River. \nSouth Sound Bird Alliance (formerly Black Hills Audubon Society) is again hosting an early morning bird walk.  With several highly experienced guides\, weather permitting\, over 70 bird species might be identified.  The year-round list is over 90 species!  For more information:  https://southsoundbirds.org/ and            https://www.prairieappreciationday.org/activities/ \nHay Ride.  Take an opportunity to ride around the prairie and associated habitats sitting on a hay bale. \nFood Truck.  As in previous years\, we plan to have an on-site food vendor. Check back later for confirmation and to see who it will be. As Wi-Fi can be iffy\, BRING CASH. \nGIFT TENT.  Here you can find great thank you gifts for your donation such as: T shirts\, caps\, cards and assorted other items. Donations go to Friends of Puget Prairies\, a 501(c)3 to support Prairie Appreciation Day or education and preservation of local native prairies. \nThurston County Food Band. Visitors are encouraged to bring a donation for the Thurston County Food Bank.  A barrel for donations is located at the Welcome Tent. Please\, no glass. \n*The gate closes at 2pm for entry and is locked at 4pm. \nFor your visit\, a few things to remember: \n\nTemperature changes from morning to afternoon can be extensive; be prepared for cold\, windy\, rainy and hot weather all on the same day.\nBring water\, drinks\, snacks\, or a picnic.\nBring a sun hat and sunscreen.\nPlease leave pets at home; pets are not allowed at this event. Parked vehicle temperatures can quickly elevate\, putting your pet’s life in danger.\nThe terrain at Glacial Heritage Preserve is uneven and hilly. It is not suitable for strollers\, and it is not considered handicapped accessible. An alternative to Glacial Heritage Preserve is Mima Mounds Natural Area Preserve.\n\nMima Mounds Natural Area Preserve \nThere is a paved trail ideal for families with toddlers and those who want a less strenuous experience while walking and witnessing the mounds in full flower. This location is fully accessible and includes wheelchair-accessible restrooms at the trailhead. Discover Pass is required. \nDIRECTIONS \nFor Glacial Heritage Preserve and Mima Mounds Natural Area Preserve\, Take I-5 to Exit 95. Go west through Littlerock on 128th Ave SW straight through Littlerock (note that the other two directions of traffic at the intersection with Littlerock Rd. do not stop) until you reach a stop sign at the T in the road. \n\nFor Glacial Heritage Preserve turn LEFT at the T onto Mima Rd. Drive south 2.7 miles and turn left at the event sign onto a gravel road. Drive to the gate of Glacial Heritage and follow parking directions.  Please respect the local residents and observe a speed limit of 10 mph on the access road.\nFor Mima Mounds Natural Area Preserve\, turn RIGHT at the T onto Waddell Creek Rd. Drive north approximately 0.7 of a mile until you see the event sign. Turn left into Mima Mounds Natural Area Preserve. This road does not have a center stripe\, so drive carefully. Please park with care as tour buses will be using the access road.\n\nA Discover Pass is required. \nSigns will be posted on the roadside to both Glacial Heritage Preserve and Mima Mounds Natural Area Preserve.
URL:https://friendsofsalishsea.org/event/prairie-appreciation-day-2026/
LOCATION:Glacial Heritage Preserve\, 15044 Mima Rd SW\, Olympia\, WA\, 98512
CATEGORIES:Biodiversity
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SUMMARY:Olympia Lecture: Washington Natural Areas Program
DESCRIPTION:David Wilderman\, Lead Scientist for WA Department of Natural Resources\, Natural Areas Program \nMay 14\, 2026 at 7:00 pm.\, Lacey Community Center \n\n\n\n\nTake a tour of beautiful Natural Areas that showcase the extraordinary features these sites protect\, then delve into some of the work being done to manage and restore these very special protected areas. David Wilderman will also share how natural areas have been designed to capture Washington’s plant diversity and ecosystems that also support a wide range of sensitive animals and birds as well.
URL:https://friendsofsalishsea.org/event/olympia-lecture-washington-natural-areas-program/
LOCATION:Lacey Community Center\, 6929 Pacific Ave SE\, Lacey\, WA\, 98503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture Series,Olympia Lectures
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SUMMARY:Mima Mounds Work Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hands-on restoration work party at Mima Mounds Natural Area Preserve in support of our Biodiversity Program. Volunteers will help restore this unique prairie ecosystem by moving branches and creating debris piles to clear and protect the iconic mounds. \nThis is a great opportunity to support local conservation efforts while spending time outdoors with a community of volunteers. No experience is necessary -just come prepared with gloves\, sturdy boots\, weather-appropriate clothing\, and water. Snacks will be provided. \nPlease note: exact location details will be shared upon registration\, and we ask that dogs stay home for this event.
URL:https://friendsofsalishsea.org/event/mima-mounds-work-party/
CATEGORIES:Biodiversity
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SUMMARY:Edmonds Lecture Series: The Giant Pacific Octopus
DESCRIPTION:Tim Carpenter is currently the Director of Animal Operations at the Seattle Aquarium\, and has been studying and caring for fish and invertebrates for over 35 years.  He is a senior diver at the Aquarium\, and a collection and research diver\, both locally and in the tropics.  During the last five years one of Tim’s main responsibilities has been representing the Animal Care team in the design process and construction of the Aquarium’s offsite quarantine facility\, and the newly-opened Ocean Pavilion\, a brand-new expansion to the aquarium showcasing the Coral triangle\, its cultures\, and animals. \nIn his current and past role as Curator of Fish and Invertebrates\, Tim focuses energy on the development\, implementation\, and adaptive management of the Aquarium’s population management plan and conservation breeding efforts\, balancing the demands of the Aquarium’s animal population with species recovery efforts.  In this role\, he works with the Aquarium’s Animal Care professionals to design realistic and healthy habitats for the animals in their care\, and strives to showcase and increase the benefits that aquariums can have on the world’s wild populations of marine animals.
URL:https://friendsofsalishsea.org/event/edmonds-lecture-series-1/
LOCATION:Edmonds College – Black Box Theater\, 20310 68th Ave. West\, Lynnwood\, WA\, 98036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture Series
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