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Free Community Workshop Series

For All People in the Community! Enjoy free snacks, dive back into learning, and celebrate this beautiful corner of the earth we live on.

Canoe Journeys: Traveling with our cousins & Ancestors

Click to view PDFSeptember 15, 2026, 6-7:30 PM

Sam Robinson, Mildred Robinson, and their Granddaughter Destany are looking forward to sharing the history of Tribal Canoe Journeys and their experiences while traveling by canoe. There will be songs and dance, along with pictures and videos shared!

alqi ntsayka nanich kʰanawi ɬaksta

(ɬater we will see you all)

 

Mason Bees Unwrapped: The Art & Science of Cocoon Harvesting

Click to view PDFNovember 14, 2026, 10-11:30 AM

Discover the fascinating world of native Mason bees with Master Gardener and Master Melittologist Anne Bulger. Learn why these gentle pollinators are so valuable, explore their unique life cycle, and find out what is hidden inside their nesting tubes. Anne will demonstrate how to harvest and clean Mason bee cocoons—an important step in helping reduce pests and diseases while supporting healthy bee populations through the fall and winter. Whether you’re just getting started or already hosting Mason bees, you’ll leave with practical tips and a greater appreciation for these remarkable native pollinators.

Location: Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge Community Nature Center | 28908 NW Main AVE, Ridgefield, WA

This event is provided by the US Fish & Wildlife Service in collaboration with our partners, the Friends of Ridgefield NWR and is committed to providing access to all. Please direct all requests for accommodations to Josie_Finley@fws.gov 360-887-4106 TTY 800-877-8339

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