Outings & Events
What’s going on!
There are many ways to experience Shrub-Steppe.
Cowiche Canyon Conservancy holds a variety of events and activities to increase opportunities for kids and adults to learn about the unique natural environment of the shrub-steppe and connect people to these lands. We work with a variety of partners including other non-profit organizations, schools, and local, state, and federal agencies to engage the community with our work and build support for our conservation work.
WINTER TALK SERIES
Our Winter Talk Series explores scientific concepts and phenomena related to the shrub-steppe. All talks are open to the public and free of charge. Stay tuned as we work to adapt to current conditions and offer education virtually!
‘MOUNTAIN LIONS: PHYSIOLOGY, ECOLOGY, & SAFETY’ WITH MICHELLE BLAKE
When: Tuesday, February 9, 7:00 to 8:30 pm
Where: This talk will be held online, via zoom. To attend you need to register. Register here.
What: “Mountain Lions: Physiology, Ecology, Safety” with Michelle Blake
Michelle will describe the amazing physiology of one of the most awe-inspiring big mammals left on our continent, the mountain lion (aka puma or cougar). What makes this big cat an apex predator and what role does it play in Northwestern ecosystems? Michelle will also discuss what can humans do to appreciate this animal while keeping themselves, pets, and livestock safe.
About Michelle Blake
Michelle Blake is Western Region Coordinator with the Mountain Lion Foundation, which has a mission to ensure that America’s lion survives and flourishes in the wild. A former Yakima resident, Michelle previously worked in the news department at KIMA-TV.
A TALK ON LICHENS! (TITLE TBD)
When: Tuesday, March 9, 7:00 to 8:30 pm
Where: Online Zoom Meeting (details to come)
What: A talk on lichens! (Title TBD) with Jessica Allen
About Jessica Allen
An Assistant Professor at Eastern Washington University, Jessica Allen is a lichenologist who studies lichen genomics, biodiversity, and conservation. She documents lichen biodiversity, with a specific focus on the Inland Northwest. As a member of the International Union for the Conservation of Nature Species Survival Committee on lichens, Jessica applies research to IUCN red-list assessments for lichens, one way of translating knowledge of a species to conservation applications.
A TALK ON RE-WILDING RIVERS (TITLE TBD) WITH JOHN MARVIN
When: Tuesday, April 6, 7:00 to 8:30 pm
Where: Online Zoom Meeting (details to come)
What: A talk on Re-wilding Rivers with John Marvin
About John Marvin
Info to come …
