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SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Community Nature Center at the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge
DESCRIPTION:(click to view larger or download)\nTo all of our refuge supporters\, we are thrilled to invite you to join us in celebrating a significant milestone—the completion of the Community Nature Center and the start of an exciting new chapter in connecting people to nature and outdoor recreation. Thanks to our dedicated community and partners\, this vision is becoming reality\, and we are eager to commemorate this achievement together. \nDate: Sunday\, May 3rd \nTime: 12:00 – 4:00 PM\nRibbon Cutting ceremony: 1:00 – 2:00 \nLocation: 28908 NW Main Avenue\, Ridgefield WA \nPurpose: This event is designed to bring together our community and partners\, marking the successful completion of the Community Nature Center. We aim to showcase the center as a vibrant asset for nature connection and accessible outdoor learning\, while educating attendees on current offerings and how they can contribute to future programs and facilities. The ribbon cutting will highlight a fully functional classroom and community room\, and the Friends of the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge will have launched a portion of the outdoor classroom components. \nWhat to Expect: \n– Ribbon-cutting ceremony \n– Partner showcases and engagement stations \n– Self-led exploration of temporary displays in the exhibit area \n– Information about upcoming additions to the outdoor classroom and interpretive displays \nYour involvement is vital to our ongoing journey. We invite you to share your ideas and enthusiasm for the future of the Community Nature Center\, helping us shape programs and ensure continued growth. Attendees will learn about planned summer enhancements and phased installations of indoor exhibits\, with partners ready to share their vision and demonstrate their contributions to our mission. \nThank you for being an important part of our community’s growth. We hope to see you there as we embark on this exciting new chapter together\, celebrating what we have accomplished and looking ahead to all that is possible.
URL:https://ridgefieldfriends.org/calendar/ribbon-cutting-ceremony-for-the-community-nature-center-at-the-ridgefield-national-wildlife-refuge/
LOCATION:Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge Carty Unit\, 28908 NW Main AVE\, Ridgefield\, WA\, 98642\, United States
CATEGORIES:Refuge Complex Event,Volunteer
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SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join the Friends of Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge Board for their monthly meeting. Meetings start at 5 PM  every second Monday of the month and will be either virtual\, or in-person with a virtual option. Please contact us to join in and get the details about the meeting location! \nThe Friends of RNWR Board is always looking for help\, from new board members to committee members and community connections\, learn more about our board\, here! \nPlease contact us if you would like to participate\, as sometimes things change last-minute: email us here to let us know. \n 
URL:https://ridgefieldfriends.org/calendar/board-meeting-2019-11-11-2022-02-14/2026-05-11/
LOCATION:Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge Carty Unit\, 28908 NW Main AVE\, Ridgefield\, WA\, 98642\, United States
CATEGORIES:Friends Event,Refuge Complex Event
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SUMMARY:Friends Annual Membership & Volunteer Appreciation Celebration
DESCRIPTION:(click to view larger)\nJoin the Friends for their Annual Membership & Volunteer Appreciation Celebration! \nDate: Saturday\, May 30 \nTime: 1:00 PM \nLocation: At the new Community Nature Center at Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge! 28908 NW Main AVE\, Ridgefield\, WA \nJoin us for time in the new building\, some snacks\, the Friends Annual Report\, the 2026 Spirit of the Wild Award\, and a special treat. \nMembers who attend will get a chance to vote on the 2026 Birdfest & Bluegrass Bird of the Year! \nAll are welcome\, but since we are celebrating members\, it would be great if you could join us! Become a member\, or renew your membership today! \nRSVP “YES” by May 22\, 2026
URL:https://ridgefieldfriends.org/calendar/friends-annual-membership-volunteer-appreciation-celebration/
LOCATION:Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge Carty Unit\, 28908 NW Main AVE\, Ridgefield\, WA\, 98642\, United States
CATEGORIES:Friends Event,Refuge Complex Event,Volunteer
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