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MAY 7TH E-NEWSLETTER

You Help Make This Happen!

 
 

Thank you for choosing to support Wenatchee River Institute now. Your contributions are connecting more North Central Washington students to the natural world. They are learning an environmental science concept and practicing their new skill outside. Plus, the videos are aligned with Next Generation Science Standards! You make this happen.

Events Coming Up

 
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Virtual Bird Fest!

Thursday, May 14th - Sunday, May 17th

Bird Fest goes on - virtually! Look below for events coming soon. Thank you to all the 2020 sponsors.

Bird Fest Page Here
Bird Fest 2020 Sponsors
 
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The Stay-At-Home Bird Watching Challenge

Thursday, May 14th 8AM - Sunday, May 17th 5PM

Take part in this fun event from the safety of your own home. Open to everyone, wherever you are. Look at the birds around you, brush up on your bird identification skills, and maybe learn to identify new ones. You might even win a prize!

More Info Here
 
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Birder Happy Hour

Friday, May 15th 6:30PM

Grab a drink and click the link. The social aspect of Bird Fest is still here. Test your bird knowledge with some trivia and see your birder friends virtually.

More Info Here
 
 

The Plant ID Mini-Series

Two new episodes are up on YouTube. Learn with guest naturalist Marjie Lodwick from the Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery and enjoy an exciting twist in episode 3!

WRI YouTube Channel Here
 
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Summer Camp Survey

We want to hear what you need. Take a few moments to fill out our survey on 2020 summer camps. There are many possibilities and your feedback will help us move forward.

Fill Out Survey Here
 
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Community Garden

Another plot just became available!

Along with ample sun you get consistent, automatic watering, access to compost, and shared herbs and berries. Email Katie at americorps@wenatcheeriverinstitute.org to snag that spot!

More Info Here
 
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Nature Photography Workshop - Virtual

Thursday, June 4th and Monday, June 8th

Are you stuck at home looking for ways to keep connecting with the natural world? Join Wenatchee River Institute and local nature photographer Reed Carlson from Icicle Valley Photography for a multi-session workshop on capturing better photographs wherever you are.

Register Here

Other News

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The last two weeks we had two virtual events, an Earth Day happy hour and our first virtual Red Barn Event. Thank you to those who tuned in! It's social time, a learning opportunity, and a great way to add something new to your day. Hope to see you at the next event!

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Story Walk #2

We have another story walk! StoryWalk® was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT. It is a delightful way for children — and adults! — to enjoy reading and the outdoors at the same time. 

Thank you to North Central Regional Library, the co-sponsor of this project.

 
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Nature Scavenger Hunt

There is a new scavenger hunt at WRI waiting for you to wander and search with. Head to campus and grab a copy at our kiosk. Available in English and Spanish. 

 
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Rocks! The natural world is full of rocks of every color and shape you can think of. Head to the river to find smooth, flat rocks great for skipping. Climb Saddle Rock and find rocks that crumble in your hands. Pick up a handful of sand and see some of the tiniest rocks on Earth. Click the links below to learn more about rocks and the geology of this place. Enjoy!

Art

Grab your crayons, heat up the oven, and melt an array of colors. Adults, you will like this, too!

Melt Here

Science 

Rocks and sand naturally filter water entering our ponds and rivers. Conduct this experiment with NCRL to see for yourself.

Learn Here

Connect

Join Nick on the Rocks to dive deeper into the geology of the Wenatchee River Valley.

Click to Watch

Neat Nature Notes: The Wonder of 'Weeds'

 
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Dandelion

Thought to have arrived in North America on the Mayflower, this flower is native to parts of Europe. Dandelions are one of the most important early spring nectar sources for a wide number of pollinators. Fun fact: every part of this plant is edible!

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Clover

There are many species of Clover in Washington State. Some have white petals, some have red/pink petals. Pollinators, like bees and butterflies, love its nectar. Enjoy the plant with the bees as you look for that lucky four-leafed clover!

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Highlight from the Online Resources Page

Have a free evening? Check out Plastic Wars, a film created by NPR and PBS. With the plastic industry expanding like never before, they investigate the fight over the future of plastics. It's free!

Watch Film Here
How You Can Help!

Did you receive our urgent request? Thank you in advance for your help to provide educational resources for teachers and students who need our help.

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Read The Letter Here
Above the Line Charitable Giving

Under the CARES act, individuals who do not itemize deductions can deduct up to $300 for charitable gifts in cash or card. If you donate up to $300 in cash to a qualified organization in 2020, your adjusted gross income (AGI) will be reduced by up to $300.

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