Maple Falls
Designed for adult individuals at any skill level who are interested in having fun outdoors this winter learning about plants, wildlife, wilderness skills, sustainable foraging, PNW winter ecology, and a bit of herbalism.
Each class will focus on both wilderness and naturalist skills to deepen your awareness of the natural world.
Lessons in this series:
Medicinal and Edible Plants and Fungi
Beginner Wildlife Track ID
Ecological Awareness
Fire building
PNW Ethnobotany
Winter Preparedness
Useful equipment and gear for outdoor adventures
Knife and ax skills
Each class will build on the previous one. For more details, keep reading!
The series will take place outdoors on Northwest Natura Land next to Nooksack River (North Fork) and Boulder Creek near Maple Falls, WA.
Day 3: Deciduous Woodlands
Saturday March 15th, 2025
12pm to 5pm
Maple Falls
Plant ID
Deciduous Tree ID
Medicinal Uses and First Aid of deciduous trees
Learn the names of native spring harbinger species.
Wilderness Skills
Emergency Shelter Basics (discussion and practice)
Wildlife Tracking
Make new observations and compare to January’s outing
Tracking Scavenger Hunt
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A word on PNW inclement winter weather:
Please note that if the forecasted weather is severe, the location could change to keep the class enjoyable and us safe (i.e. in case of gale force winds or “atmospheric river”, class may even be postponed if a venue is unavailable with short notice).
Registered individuals will receive details in an event-reminder emails a few days prior to each event.
Please register via the event website.
*** All three days are included in the course fee.
