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!
Join us for an engaging Spring Break workshop at the Clinton Community Hall where families will explore the art of paper-making using recycled materials, plants, and flowers. Participants will have the opportunity […]
Sip your favorite brew while you learn a thing or two! The Sip & Science series is meant to offer an informal, welcoming environment to learning about the world around […]
Sip your favorite brew while you learn a thing or two! The Sip & Science series is meant to offer an informal, welcoming environment to learning about the world around you. No science background necessary—just a thirst for knowledge! Find out where you are now in terms of zero waste practices at home. Identify challenges […]
Fay Weller will briefly share success stories about creating Climate resilience of Gabriola. Then we will discuss together what we can learn, replicate and adapt here on Whidbey. Supporting organizations include the Organic Farm School, the Whidbey Institute and the Greening Congregations Collaborative. Donations appreciated.
Join staff from Deception Pass State Park once a month to learn about parks, wildlife, native plants, and more! Play games, be creative, and discover the natural world in our […]
Join a docent to learn something new about rhododendrons and the habitat that supports them in this peaceful woodland garden overlooking the Salish Sea. Tour is free with your admission. 3531 Meerkerk Lane, Greenbank https://www.meerkerkgardens.org/
Chamber music in celebration of Whidbey's Earth and Ocean Month with musicians of Whidbey's Saratoga Orchestra and special guests, Mary Elizabeth Himes "A Poet on Whidbey" and OKK Taiko Drums of Oak Harbor. For more information www.sowhidbey.com or 360-929-3045
We will draw on Spiritually-based pathways through grief, denial, anger, acceptance and more as we face life on a warming Earth. These will include multiple spiritual traditions from around the earth, including such practices as lament, mindfulness, resignation, hope, coming-to-terms, and balanced action. We invite Participants to add their own experiences with the spiritual tools […]
Join a docent to learn something new about rhododendrons and the habitat that supports them in this peaceful woodland garden overlooking the Salish Sea. Tour is free with your admission. 3531 Meerkerk Lane, Greenbank https://www.meerkerkgardens.org/
Help us remove weeds and trim these trails outside of Oak Harbor. Find more information and sign up here.
Come remove noxious weeds from this restoration planting in Clinton. Find more information and sign up here.
Sip your favorite brew while you learn a thing or two! The Sip & Science series is meant to offer an informal, welcoming environment to learning about the world around you. No science background necessary—just a thirst for knowledge! Discuss some of the issues and challenges around the question of producing food from cattle and […]
