Events http://www.conservationnw.org daily 1 2009-05-07T21:09:00Z Mountaineers Outdoorsfest http://www.conservationnw.org/calendar/sep.-18-mountaineers-outdoorsfest Join the Mountaineers at their Outdoorfest! It's everything you need to enjoy the outdoors, all in one place! Everything you need to enjoy the outdoors, all in one place, presented by the Mountaineers! There's a Gear Park to check out the latest gear and equipment from outdoor manufacturers and retailers. Visit the Activity Center to explore opportunities within The Mountaineers, including classes, outings and special events. Attend workshops to learn from the experts, who will show you the best ways to get the most out of your outdoor adventures. There's also a beer garden, prizes, food and music.

While there, don't forget to stop by the Conservation Northwest table to say hello and learn more about our work for  wilderness!

Event includes:

  • Free outdoor workshops and family activities center
  • Mountaineers maps to Taps 5k Trivia Run
  • Backcountry cook-off
  • Beer and Wine Garden
  • Special guest, Conrad Anker, recounting his adventures and speaking on mountaineering and stewardship-challenges and opportunities facing the alpine world. 
  • Food • Raffles • Climbing Wall and Clinics • Gear PARK
]]> No publisher Mindee Shrull Outdoor event 2010-08-18T18:40:00Z Event Columbia Highlands Grassroots Kickoff Party in Seattle http://www.conservationnw.org/calendar/columbia-highlands-grassroots-kickoff-party-in-seattle Come learn about the Columbia Highlands Initiative, and how you can help with this historic effort to protect wilderness and working lands in the wildest part of Washington State! What:  Pizza party to launch the Columbia Highlands Grassroots Campaign

When: Tuesday, September 21st 6pm – 9pm

Where:  Piecora’s Pizza, 1401 East Madison Street (Piecora’s has offstreet parking!)

Cost: FREE  - Pizza and Beer for all!

  • Learn about the Columbia Highlands Initiative and why it’s important to Western WA conservation efforts!
  • Write letters for wilderness & sign up for other ways to get involved with Conservation Northwest
  • Pizza (meat and veggies), salad, beer and non-alcholic beverages!
  • Watch the new Columbia Highlands multo-media video tour

 Join our Western Washington grassroots push for Wilderness and bring your friends!  

 All are welcome! Please let us know if you’ll be there: email Kit McGurn at kit@conservationnw.org or call him at 206-675-9747 ext 201

When: Tuesday, September 21st 6pm – 9pm

Where:  Piecora’s Pizza, 1401 East Madison Street (Piecora’s has offstreet parking!)

Cost: FREE  - Pizza and Beer for all!

  • Learn about the Columbia Highlands Initiative and why it’s important to Western WA conservation efforts!
  • Write letters for wilderness & sign up for other ways to get involved with Conservation Northwest
  • Pizza (meat and veggies), salad, beer and non-alcholic beverages!
  • Watch the new Columbia Highlands multo-media video tour

 Join our Western Washington grassroots push for Wilderness and bring your friends!  

 All are welcome! Please let us know if you’ll be there: email Kit McGurn at kit@conservationnw.org or call him at 206-675-9747 ext 201

 

]]> No publisher Jasmine Minbashian Presentation/Social Event 2010-08-25T18:15:00Z Event Columbia Highlands Initiative Benefit Concert http://www.conservationnw.org/calendar/sep.-24-columbia-highlands-initiative-benefit-concert Join Dana Lyons at a benefit concert to support the Columbia Highlands Initiative. Dana Lyons is the singer of the hit song "Cows with Guns" which spent 10 months on Seattle's Top 40.  He combines comedy, ballads and love songs, sharp wit, and a beautiful voice while performing.  Join him as he plays a benefit concert to support the Columbia Highlands Initiative. 

The event is a potluck so bring your favorite dish to share!

Cost: $5 at the door

]]> No publisher Mindee Shrull Campaign Event Concert/Social Event 2010-08-23T23:30:00Z Event Jungle Hill day hike http://www.conservationnw.org/calendar/sep.-25-jungle-hill-day-hike This beautiful, five-mile hike is rated 4 out of 5 in difficulty because of a somewhat steep ascent that begins near a flowing stream. We’ll wind leisurely upward through the forest canopy and feast on panoramic views of the Kettle Crest, and reward ourselves with generously donated cold beer back at the trailhead. This beautiful, five-mile hike is rated 4 out of 5 in difficulty because of a somewhat steep ascent that begins near a flowing stream. We’ll wind leisurely upward through the forest canopy and feast on panoramic views of the Kettle Crest, and reward ourselves with generously donated cold beer back at the trailhead.

A carpool is available from Spokane at 8:00 AM. 

Cost: Free

To sign up and receive details about where to meet and what to bring, call or email Crystal today! Group sizes are limited.

Donations are optional (give a gift of $10 or more and receive a 1-year membership with Conservation Northwest, usually $35, to help keep the Northwest Wild).
]]> No publisher Mindee Shrull Hike/Campout 2010-08-11T21:20:00Z Event Columbia Mountain Lookout day hike http://www.conservationnw.org/calendar/oct.-9-columbia-mountain-lookout-day-hike The trail leads through high-country meadows with sweeping views of the Sherman Creek Valley and beyond, and up to the 6,780-foot summit with its recently restored fire lookout cabin. This eight-mile hike is rated a moderate 3 out of 5 in difficulty. The trail leads through high-country meadows with sweeping views of the Sherman Creek Valley and beyond, and up to the 6,780-foot summit with its recently restored fire lookout cabin. This eight-mile hike is rated a moderate 3 out of 5 in difficulty.

A carpool is available from Spokane at 8:00 AM.

Cost: Free

To sign up and receive details about where to meet and what to bring, call or email Crystal today! Group sizes are limited.

Donations are optional (give a gift of $10 or more and receive a 1-year membership with Conservation Northwest, usually $35, to help keep the Northwest Wild).
]]> No publisher Mindee Shrull Hike/Campout 2010-08-11T21:25:00Z Event National Wolf Awareness Week http://www.conservationnw.org/calendar/national-wolf-awareness-week A week dedicated just to wolves and learning about the importance they play in the ecosystem. National Wolf Week is a time set aside to set the facts straight about the importance of wolves in maintaining biological diversity.

Visit the  Defenders of Wildlife webpage to learn more about the events that will be happening this week and how you can get involved!

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