Join guided group outings to Spokane-area natural areas where you’ll learn about and engage with local history, native plant and wildlife identification, outdoor survival, art and more. Some events are adults only and may require pre-registration. Sign up at scld.org/events
Learn about Nature at Bear Lake June 7: Learn the names of the plants and animals at Bear Lake Regional Park near Chattaroy with guidebooks and specialized apps.
Medical Lake Geology Walk & Water Sampling Aug. 6: Walk along the trail around Medical Lake with Chad Pritchard, professor of geology at EWU, to learn about the lake’s history and natural science.
Introduction to Wilderness Survival (Aug. 5, 13, Sept. 18): Gain insight on ways to bolster your outdoor skills and survivability in our local wilds with an experienced U.S. Air Force survival instructor.
Introduction to Urban Survival (Aug. 26, Sept. 24): Learn about some of the basic urban survival techniques such as procuring food and water, ensuring personal safety and security, and dealing with inherently unsanitary conditions.
Tree Identification Walks (June 6, July 11, Aug. 8, Sept. 5): Educators from The Lands Council will introduce the fundamentals of tree identification during these interactive walks. Locations will include Waterfront Park in Medical Lake, Indian Painted Rocks, Dishman Hills and the Appleway Trail.
Outdoor Painting (June 21, July 12 & 19, Aug. 2, Sept. 27): Bring your own art supplies to paint or draw en plein air at multiple local outdoor settings. Learn from experienced artists how to better replicate your surroundings in your art.
