Up to 40 volunteers from the Naval Air Station Whidbey Island will help the Pacific Rim Institute with tasks supporting our Native Plant Center, habitat restoration, building repairs and more.
United Student Leaders is a youth-led organization that advocates for environmental justice and social equity. Our newest campaign, Project Vocalize Our Future, is beginning to take shape. Over the next few months, we are going to be holding a series of protests all around Island County to demand that a Climate Emergency Declaration be declared, […]
Join Greening Congregations Collaborative, Sound Water Stewards, and Universalist Unitarian Congregation of Whidbey Island for an uplifting Earth Day Celebration Concert with Celia Farran. Tickets are $20 in advance / $25 Day of Show. For Tickets:https://CeliaEarth.eventbrite.com Who among us would not benefit from grounding our feet on Mother Earth, Soaking in her healing waters, Breathing […]
Come out to Deception Pass State Park on Earth Day and participate in a restoration event. We are finalizing the details of the project so be sure to follow the Deception Pass Park Foundation’s social media to be the first to know when we have more information. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DeceptionPassParkFoundation Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deceptionpass_park_foundation/
Snakes, alligators, and lizards? Come and interact with reptiles from all over the world in this educational and fun event with the Reptile Lady, April Jackson. For families with children […]
Visit a special Earth Day opening market as they celebrate 45 years of continuous farmers markets in Coupeville! Located on the Community Green behind the library, every Saturday starting April 22 and ending October 14, 2023. (No market 8/12/23)
Meet the richly-varied, beautiful and useful seaweeds of Whidbey's western shores. Sound Water Stewards Beach Guides, Jeanie and PaulBen McElwain, will introduce the most populous, frequently-found, and spectacular of Whidbey's many seaweeds. At Libbey Beach Park, at the end of Libbey Road off Hwy 20 north of Coupeville. Dress for weather, including sturdy water resistant […]
Hügelkulture is a slow composting process that mimics natural decomposition of the forest floor. Woody debris is piled into a mounded pit, covered with soil and planted. This is a […]
Join us on an exceptional Land Trust protected property in North Whidbey. This is a guided walk through a lush forest filled with abundant plants and wildlife. Level of Difficulty: Moderate to difficult hike, with uneven terrain, rocks and roots along trail. Because this walk is rated moderate in difficulty, no dogs, strollers, bikes or […]
Pluck and cut weeds from this trail through Beach View Farm up in Oak Harbor Difficulty Level: Light
We invite you and your children to come explore the wonders of Deception Pass through Family in Nature! Our goal for Family in Nature is to provide an opportunity to […]
Come celebrate spring by planting something new and exciting. This year’s sale features dahlias, peonies, tomato plants, basket stuffers and so much more. All proceeds go back into the community to help keep Coupeville beautiful.
We invite you and your children to come explore the wonders of Deception Pass through Family in Nature! Our goal for Family in Nature is to provide an opportunity to nurture relationships between adults and children and enhance their connections to Washington State Parks. We have created this nature-based program to be fun and highly […]
If you live on Whidbey, especially if you just moved here, this free event will help you settle in. Find out about the best trails, how to live with a septic system, and what programs are available for seniors. Learn about the free bus system, how to manage yard waste and recyclables, prepare for emergencies, […]
The popular Bayview Farmers Market is centrally located to all of South Whidbey at SR 525 and Bayview Road. The easy-to-spot giant letters and colorful flags let drivers know that something tasty is going on. The market featured more than a dozen farms, a dozen food vendors, and nearly a score of artisans. The market […]
A rare guided tour of the Sculpture Forest by the park’s founder. No reservation needed and free to participate. Come dressed for the weather and prepared to walk the art-filled forest trails. Bring your curiosity and questions.
Join Orca Network's Cindy Hansen as we learn about the biology and status of Gray Whales, and about a small local group known as the Sounders, who have found a food source in North Puget Sound that may be saving their lives. Cindy Hansen is the Education and Advocacy Coordinator for Orca Network, and was a naturalist/guide at […]
Opening day includes music by Kevin Fristad, Talia Marcus & Bruce plus winding the maypole. The market is a family-friendly place on a lush meadow with picnic tables, live music, educational and children's activities. Located just off Highway 525 at 2812 Thompson Road, Langley 98260 on South Whidbey Island. We encourage regenerative, organic and GMO-free […]
Join us for tours and talks on what the Pacific Rim Institute does to help care for our land and water! We'll have tours on Friday and Saturday of our prairie and forests as well as our Native Plant Center. Get up close to the WHY, WHAT and HOW of growing native plants! Free and Family […]
Learn more about Kicking Gas and how we're helping to make climate action affordable so you can be part of the transition from fossil fuels to electric!
