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This Saturday, Ken Wilcox of the North Cascades Conservation Council speaks on "Wilderness Alps" at Newhalem Creek Campground Amphitheater. Admission is free.


Photo by Heidi Walker

Directions: The Newhalem Creek Campground is located along the North Cascades Highway (State Route 20) at milepost 120, just west of the town of Newhalem. Cross the one-lane bridge over the Skagit River, continue past the registration station, and turn right at the four-way stop. The amphitheater is located in Loop A, across from campsite 13.

Make it a Newhalem weekend! The Newhalem Creek Campground contains 114 campsites for $12 per night. Two of the campground's three loops are available on a first-come first-served basis. Reservations are available for the third loop and for group sites at www.recreation.gov.

Stop by the North Cascades Visitor Center and pick up a free Junior Ranger booklet or borrow a free Family Fun Pack. Hike the network of family-friendly trails along the Skagit River and through the forest to interesting sites like the Rockshelter - a natural shelter above Newhalem Creek that has been used by native people for over 1,400 years. Additional information on these trails is available at www.nps.gov.

Tour the historic company town of Newhalem (walking tour available at
www.seattle.gov), enjoy some fudge from the Skagit General Store, or take a narrated cruise on Diablo Lake for stunning views of glaciers and cascading waterfalls (more information and reservations for the Diablo Lake Adventure and Diablo Dam Good Dinner Tour are available at www.skagittours.com).

If you prefer to stay in a hotel and eat in a restaurant, rather than camp and prepare your own meals, then visit www.marblemount.com for lodging and dining options in the nearby community of Marblemount.

For more information, call (360) 854-7302. ]]> Sat, 11 Jul 2009 20:30:00 -0800 http://www.discovernw.org/events.php
This Sunday, join a volunteer leader and fellow participants on a journey via Redrock Pass Trailhead to Loowit Trail via Butte Camp Trail, then Sheep Canyon Trail to Blue Lake and back to the trailhead. With fields of lupine, this hike offers nice views of Mount St. Helens, Goat Mountain, and Blue Lake. This 9.8-mile hike is rated difficult with a 1300-foot elevation gain.

The suggested donation is $5.00 and families are welcome. All hikers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Please bring appropriate gear for hiking: boots, layered clothing, water bottle, lunch and the ten essentials.

Space is limited and reservations are required and available at www.mshinstitute.org. For more information, please email info@mshinstitute.org or call 360-449-7883. ]]> Sun, 12 Jul 2009 09:00:00 -0800 http://www.discovernw.org/events.php
This Saturday, learn about the amazing behaviors of crows and ravens with John Marzluff, Assistant Professor of Wildlife Science from the University of Washington.



Directions: The Newhalem Creek Campground is located along the North Cascades Highway (State Route 20) at milepost 120, just west of the town of Newhalem. Cross the one-lane bridge over the Skagit River, continue past the registration station, and turn right at the four-way stop. The amphitheater is located in Loop A, across from campsite 13.

Make it a Newhalem weekend! The Newhalem Creek Campground contains 114 campsites for $12 per night. Two of the campground's three loops are available on a first-come first-served basis. Reservations are available for the third loop and for group sites at www.recreation.gov.

Stop by the North Cascades Visitor Center and pick up a free Junior Ranger booklet or borrow a free Family Fun Pack. Hike the network of family-friendly trails along the Skagit River and through the forest to interesting sites like the Rockshelter - a natural shelter above Newhalem Creek that has been used by native people for over 1,400 years. Additional information on these trails is available at www.nps.gov.

Tour the historic company town of Newhalem (walking tour available at
www.seattle.gov), enjoy some fudge from the Skagit General Store, or take a narrated cruise on Diablo Lake for stunning views of glaciers and cascading waterfalls (more information and reservations for the Diablo Lake Adventure and Diablo Dam Good Dinner Tour are available at www.skagittours.com).

If you prefer to stay in a hotel and eat in a restaurant, rather than camp and prepare your own meals, then visit www.marblemount.com for lodging and dining options in the nearby community of Marblemount.

For more information, call (360) 854-7302. ]]> Sat, 18 Jul 2009 20:30:00 -0800 http://www.discovernw.org/events.php
This Saturday, join Geologist John Riedel of North Cascades National Park as he discusses "Glaciers: Evidence for Past and Future Climate Change." Admission is free.

Directions: The Newhalem Creek Campground is located along the North Cascades Highway (State Route 20) at milepost 120, just west of the town of Newhalem. Cross the one-lane bridge over the Skagit River, continue past the registration station, and turn right at the four-way stop. The amphitheater is located in Loop A, across from campsite 13.

Make it a Newhalem weekend! The Newhalem Creek Campground contains 114 campsites for $12 per night. Two of the campground's three loops are available on a first-come first-served basis. Reservations are available for the third loop and for group sites at www.recreation.gov.

Stop by the North Cascades Visitor Center and pick up a free Junior Ranger booklet or borrow a free Family Fun Pack. Hike the network of family-friendly trails along the Skagit River and through the forest to interesting sites like the Rockshelter - a natural shelter above Newhalem Creek that has been used by native people for over 1,400 years. Additional information on these trails is available at www.nps.gov.

Tour the historic company town of Newhalem (walking tour available at
www.seattle.gov), enjoy some fudge from the Skagit General Store, or take a narrated cruise on Diablo Lake for stunning views of glaciers and cascading waterfalls (more information and reservations for the Diablo Lake Adventure and Diablo Dam Good Dinner Tour are available at www.skagittours.com).

If you prefer to stay in a hotel and eat in a restaurant, rather than camp and prepare your own meals, then visit www.marblemount.com for lodging and dining options in the nearby community of Marblemount.

For more information, call (360) 854-7302. ]]> Sat, 25 Jul 2009 20:30:00 -0800 http://www.discovernw.org/events.php
This Sunday, join a volunteer leader and fellow participants on a hike via Independence Pass to Norway Pass. Explore the northeast side of Spirit Lake with views across the lake to Mount St Helens. This 7.2-mile hike is rated moderate with a 340-foot elevation gain.

The suggested donation is $5.00 and families are welcome. All hikers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Please bring appropriate gear for hiking: boots, layered clothing, water bottle, lunch and the ten essentials.

Space is limited and reservations are required and available at www.mshinstitute.org. For more information, please email info@mshinstitute.org or call 360-449-7883. ]]> Sun, 26 Jul 2009 09:00:00 -0800 http://www.discovernw.org/events.php
This Saturday, learn about "The National Park Service and the New Deal" with David Louter, the History Program Manager of the Park Service's Pacific West Region.

Directions: The Newhalem Creek Campground is located along the North Cascades Highway (State Route 20) at milepost 120, just west of the town of Newhalem. Cross the one-lane bridge over the Skagit River, continue past the registration station, and turn right at the four-way stop. The amphitheater is located in Loop A, across from campsite 13.

Make it a Newhalem weekend! The Newhalem Creek Campground contains 114 campsites for $12 per night. Two of the campground's three loops are available on a first-come first-served basis. Reservations are available for the third loop and for group sites at www.recreation.gov.

Stop by the North Cascades Visitor Center and pick up a free Junior Ranger booklet or borrow a free Family Fun Pack. Hike the network of family-friendly trails along the Skagit River and through the forest to interesting sites like the Rockshelter - a natural shelter above Newhalem Creek that has been used by native people for over 1,400 years. Additional information on these trails is available at www.nps.gov.

Tour the historic company town of Newhalem (walking tour available at
www.seattle.gov), enjoy some fudge from the Skagit General Store, or take a narrated cruise on Diablo Lake for stunning views of glaciers and cascading waterfalls (more information and reservations for the Diablo Lake Adventure and Diablo Dam Good Dinner Tour are available at www.skagittours.com).

If you prefer to stay in a hotel and eat in a restaurant, rather than camp and prepare your own meals, then visit www.marblemount.com for lodging and dining options in the nearby community of Marblemount.

For more information, call (360) 854-7302. ]]> Sat, 1 Aug 2009 20:30:00 -0800 http://www.discovernw.org/events.php
This Saturday, join Professor of Environmental Studies John Miles of Huxley College and Western Washington University as he presents "Wilderness in National Parks: Playground or Preserve."



Directions: The Newhalem Creek Campground is located along the North Cascades Highway (State Route 20) at milepost 120, just west of the town of Newhalem. Cross the one-lane bridge over the Skagit River, continue past the registration station, and turn right at the four-way stop. The amphitheater is located in Loop A, across from campsite 13.

Make it a Newhalem weekend! The Newhalem Creek Campground contains 114 campsites for $12 per night. Two of the campground's three loops are available on a first-come first-served basis. Reservations are available for the third loop and for group sites at www.recreation.gov.

Stop by the North Cascades Visitor Center and pick up a free Junior Ranger booklet or borrow a free Family Fun Pack. Hike the network of family-friendly trails along the Skagit River and through the forest to interesting sites like the Rockshelter - a natural shelter above Newhalem Creek that has been used by native people for over 1,400 years. Additional information on these trails is available at www.nps.gov.

Tour the historic company town of Newhalem (walking tour available at
www.seattle.gov), enjoy some fudge from the Skagit General Store, or take a narrated cruise on Diablo Lake for stunning views of glaciers and cascading waterfalls (more information and reservations for the Diablo Lake Adventure and Diablo Dam Good Dinner Tour are available at www.skagittours.com).

If you prefer to stay in a hotel and eat in a restaurant, rather than camp and prepare your own meals, then visit www.marblemount.com for lodging and dining options in the nearby community of Marblemount.

For more information, call (360) 854-7302. ]]> Sat, 8 Aug 2009 20:30:00 -0800 http://www.discovernw.org/events.php
This Sunday, join a volunteer leader and fellow participants on a hike via South Coldwater Trail. Hike along Coldwater Lake and enjoy views of Mount St Helens. This 6.4-mile hike is rated moderate with a 1330-foot elevation gain.



The suggested donation is $5.00 and families are welcome. All hikers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Please bring appropriate gear for hiking: boots, layered clothing, water bottle, lunch and the ten essentials.

Space is limited and reservations are required and available at www.mshinstitute.org. For more information, please email info@mshinstitute.org or call 360-449-7883. ]]> Sun, 9 Aug 2009 09:00:00 -0800 http://www.discovernw.org/events.php
This Tuesday, join Jesse Kennedy, Chief of Cultural Resources at North Cascades National Park as he discusses "Four Dams, One Man" at the Colonial Creek Campground Amphitheater.

Stop by the North Cascades Visitor Center and pick up a free Junior Ranger booklet or borrow a free Family Fun Pack. Hike the network of family-friendly trails along the Skagit River and through the forest to interesting sites like the Rockshelter - a natural shelter above Newhalem Creek that has been used by native people for over 1,400 years. Additional information on these trails is available at www.nps.gov.

If you prefer to stay in a hotel and eat in a restaurant, rather than camp and prepare your own meals, then visit www.marblemount.com for lodging and dining options in the nearby community of Marblemount.

For more information, call (360) 854-7302. ]]> Tue, 11 Aug 2009 20:30:00 -0800 http://www.discovernw.org/events.php
This Saturday, join writer and conservation activist Peter Jackson as he discusses "When Politics and Parks Collide: How the North Cascades Came About."

Directions: The Newhalem Creek Campground is located along the North Cascades Highway (State Route 20) at milepost 120, just west of the town of Newhalem. Cross the one-lane bridge over the Skagit River, continue past the registration station, and turn right at the four-way stop. The amphitheater is located in Loop A, across from campsite 13.

Make it a Newhalem weekend! The Newhalem Creek Campground contains 114 campsites for $12 per night. Two of the campground's three loops are available on a first-come first-served basis. Reservations are available for the third loop and for group sites at www.recreation.gov.

Stop by the North Cascades Visitor Center and pick up a free Junior Ranger booklet or borrow a free Family Fun Pack. Hike the network of family-friendly trails along the Skagit River and through the forest to interesting sites like the Rockshelter - a natural shelter above Newhalem Creek that has been used by native people for over 1,400 years. Additional information on these trails is available at www.nps.gov.

Tour the historic company town of Newhalem (walking tour available at
www.seattle.gov), enjoy some fudge from the Skagit General Store, or take a narrated cruise on Diablo Lake for stunning views of glaciers and cascading waterfalls (more information and reservations for the Diablo Lake Adventure and Diablo Dam Good Dinner Tour are available at www.skagittours.com).

If you prefer to stay in a hotel and eat in a restaurant, rather than camp and prepare your own meals, then visit www.marblemount.com for lodging and dining options in the nearby community of Marblemount.

For more information, call (360) 854-7302. ]]> Sat, 22 Aug 2009 20:30:00 -0800 http://www.discovernw.org/events.php
This Sunday, join a volunteer leader and fellow participants on a hike via Siouxon Creek. Hike to Chinook Creek Falls through old-growth forest and enjoy the lush green scenery. This 7.8-mile hike is rated moderate with a 700-foot elevation gain.



The suggested donation is $5.00 and families are welcome. All hikers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Please bring appropriate gear for hiking: boots, layered clothing, water bottle, lunch and the ten essentials.

Space is limited and reservations are required and available at www.mshinstitute.org. For more information, please email info@mshinstitute.org or call 360-449-7883. ]]> Sun, 23 Aug 2009 09:00:00 -0800 http://www.discovernw.org/events.php
This Saturday, enjoy stunning aerial photography from Northern California to Southeast Alaska by pilot, climber, and photographer John Scurlock.



Directions: The Newhalem Creek Campground is located along the North Cascades Highway (State Route 20) at milepost 120, just west of the town of Newhalem. Cross the one-lane bridge over the Skagit River, continue past the registration station, and turn right at the four-way stop. The amphitheater is located in Loop A, across from campsite 13.

Make it a Newhalem weekend! The Newhalem Creek Campground contains 114 campsites for $12 per night. Two of the campground's three loops are available on a first-come first-served basis. Reservations are available for the third loop and for group sites at www.recreation.gov.

Stop by the North Cascades Visitor Center and pick up a free Junior Ranger booklet or borrow a free Family Fun Pack. Hike the network of family-friendly trails along the Skagit River and through the forest to interesting sites like the Rockshelter - a natural shelter above Newhalem Creek that has been used by native people for over 1,400 years. Additional information on these trails is available at www.nps.gov.

Tour the historic company town of Newhalem (walking tour available at
www.seattle.gov), enjoy some fudge from the Skagit General Store, or take a narrated cruise on Diablo Lake for stunning views of glaciers and cascading waterfalls (more information and reservations for the Diablo Lake Adventure and Diablo Dam Good Dinner Tour are available at www.skagittours.com).

If you prefer to stay in a hotel and eat in a restaurant, rather than camp and prepare your own meals, then visit www.marblemount.com for lodging and dining options in the nearby community of Marblemount.

For more information, call (360) 854-7302. ]]> Sat, 29 Aug 2009 20:30:00 -0800