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Ecology of the Dungeness a six-week class presented by the Dungeness River Audubon Center on Thursday mornings, July 10 to August 14. The Dungeness is an amazing river, cascading over 7000 feet in only 35 miles, one of the steepest rivers in North America. This class will focus on different sections of the river, looking at the geology, plant and animal communities, aquatic invertebrates, and how humans have changed the river. Each session will begin at 9 a.m. and last 2 to 4 hours, depending on location. Field trips will range from the river's mouth to the upper sections of the river. To register, contact the Dungeness River Audubon at 360-681-4076, or email rivercenter@olympus.net. Summer Nature Camps Dates: 1st Session - Jul. 7 to 9; 2nd Session – Jul. 21 to 23; 3rd Session — Aug. 4 to 6; 4th Session Aug.18th -20th Times: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily Incredible fun for children entering 3rd through 5th grades, or ages 8 to 11! River Center staff leads children through adventures, games, and craft projects, using the river, bridge, and our wonderful RR Bridge Park. Sign up early – space limited to 20 children per camp. Dungeness River Festival Date: Fri., Sep. 26 & Sat., Sep. 27, 2008 Help us celebrate the watershed that keeps the Sequim-Dungeness Valley alive. There will be activities for kids and adults, music, art, food, and much more. We need help with this big event, so please contact the River Center if you’re available. |
Dungeness River Audubon Center at Railroad Bridge Park
An Educational and Interpretive Center for the north Olympic Peninsula
The Dungeness River Audubon Center's mission is to interpret the natural history of the north Olympic Peninsula, focusing on the Dungeness River watershed, to enable residents, students and visitors to explore, understand, preserve, and enjoy our unique natural environment.
Center Hours:
Winter hours -- November 2007 thru April 2008: Tuesday thru Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday Noon to 4 p.m. Closed Sundays and Mondays.
2008 Lavender Festival Puffin Sunset Dinner Cruises
Dates: July 18 & 19, 2008 Time: 7 to 9:00 pm Cost: $65/personCall to Register 360-681-4076
On this early evening 2-hour cruise we expect to see Tufted Puffins, Rhinoceros Auklets, Common Murres, and other seabirds, as well as seals, sea lions and other marine mammals. The trip will be aboard the 65 foot Glacier Spirit 9 (see photos below). Dress warmly as the weather can get quite chilly at night.
Once near Protection Island, we drop anchor and enjoy the evening; with wonderful food and the breath taking scenery. On the way home guests enjoy desert while dusk settles over the Olympic Mountains.
Dinner consists of shrimp cocktail, party potatoes, baked salmon, Caesar salad, fresh baked bread, and brownies. Beer and wine is available.
For more Lavender Festival Information Please visit: www.lavenderfestival.com
