Join the Friends of Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge virtually, Sunday, June 13th, at 11 AM, for a deeper look into climate change with Dr. Samantha Chisholm Hatfield. Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) has always and continues to inform Indigenous Lifeways, specifically regarding interruptions in seasonal patterns. Honoring TEK practices can enrich and invigorate contemporary western climate change response and land management practice. Start the day with trail tips and family activities, at 10 AM. Activity bags will be available to pick up ahead of time, First Saturdays of the month, at Seasons Coffee Shop in the Old Liberty Theater (while supplies last). Family activity kits for June will include the items you need for a cordage making activity, all inside a Color-it-Yourself canvas tote bag. This month’s color-your-own canvas bag features the Lamprey. Lamprey or ‘eel’ is an important First Food for many Pacific Northwest Indigenous Peoples. Our special guest, Dr. Chisholm Hatfield comes from the Siletz Nation where eel is still valued today. Find out more…