JULY 2ND E-NEWSLETTER

Programs

Summer Camps Continue

Last week marked the beginning of the summer camp season at WRI. Campers created art masterpieces, explored nature with binoculars and hands lenses, and stayed cool in the river. AND it will continue through mid-August. We hope to see you here!

We recognize that during this pandemic many families are experiencing financial burdens they did not expect. Our scholarships are available to anyone interested! We believe every child should have the opportunity to participate in quality outdoor education.

Scholarship Application (English)

Scholarship Application (Español)

Creating videos for distance learning this spring was fun, but it doesn't always come out pretty. Enjoy a laugh with these bloopers.

The Plant ID Mini-Series

The next two episodes feature plants in bloom right now!

Blue Elderberry and Ocean-spray.

Our Place

The New Sign

As you drive into the parking lot check out the new entrance sign! Paid for by a City of Leavenworth grant, installed by Gibbs Graphics.

Photo Credit: Katie Churchwell

We're Hiring!

Join the team as a Summer Camp Educator.

32-40 hours per week through mid-August.

Apply Here

New Waterfall Garden

Ann and Gary Colley designed, installed and paid for the new beautiful Waterfall garden. Enjoy the new bench while listening to the water trickle and watching birds bathe.

Other News

Neat Nature Notes: Young are Arriving

Mule Deer Fawn

Deer fawns are called "hiders". The first week of their lives is spent hiding and laying still. This allows them to grow strong enough to run away from predators. Their white spots perfect their ability to camouflage while hiding.

Quail Chicks

California Quail nests can contain as many as 28 eggs. This may be the result of females laying eggs in other nests, a behavior known as "egg-dumping". The downy young leave the nest within a day of hatching!

Clouds come in all shapes and sizes. They are made up of very tiny droplets of water or ice crystals. These droplets are so tiny they can float in the air. Clouds influence the climate, weather, and balance of energy on Earth. Learn more with the links below!

Art

The STEM team at North Central Regional Libraries make a cloud in a bottle.

Create Here

Science

What causes a calm day to suddenly turn violent? How do our severe thunderstorms form? PBS NOVA explains.

Discover Here

Connect

Meet the first woman and person of color to become an on-camera meteorologist. A passion for weather can lead to anyone studying our atmosphere.

Watch Here

Team Naturaleza engages Latinx/Hispanic bilingual communities in informal natural science education and builds a healthier community by getting people safely outdoors. Check their website for future events and volunteer opportunities in the valley!