BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Whatcom Land Trust - ECPv6.15.17//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Whatcom Land Trust X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://whatcomlandtrust.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Whatcom Land Trust REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251018T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251018T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132110 CREATED:20250819T195025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T233418Z UID:3055-1760778000-1760788800@whatcomlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Orca Recovery Day @ Lower Kenney Creek DESCRIPTION:Orca Recovery Day is a regional day of action that aims to improve conditions for the critically endangered Southern Resident Orca Whales. To support the recovery of our local orca pods\, we can all contribute to restoring habitat for their food source\, the Chinook Salmon. Join the Land Trust\, Whatcom Conservation District\, and Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association in supporting orca populations at Lower Kenney Creek—a tributary of the North Fork Nooksack River that supports runs of spring Chinook\, winter steelhead\, coho\, chum\, and pink salmon. Join us in making a lasting impact by planting native trees and shrubs that restore streamside habitat. Coffee and snacks will be provided\, along with all the tools you’ll need! \nWhat to Expect: Digging holes\, planting\, and walking on uneven ground. \nRSVP: Register Here! \nAddress: 5862 N Fork Rd\, Deming\, WA 98244 \nHow to get there: From Bellingham\, take 542 East for approximately 17 miles. Turn right on Mosquito Lake Road and continue for 1 mile\, then turn left onto North Fork Road. Continue for 1 mile and pull in on the right-hand side of the road. \nSign our waiver before arriving: Here!  URL:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/event/orca-recovery-day/ CATEGORIES:Work Party ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/2024_10_19_Orca_Recovery_Day-339-2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251025T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251025T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132110 CREATED:20250825T224716Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T194002Z UID:3061-1761382800-1761397200@whatcomlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Make a Difference Day @ Galbraith Mountain with Whatcom Mountain Bike Coalition DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Make a Difference Day with Whatcom Land Trust and the Whatcom Mountain Bike Coalition! This national day of service brings people together from across the globe to participate in community-oriented volunteer projects. This year\, we will be doing trail work and invasive species removal at one of our community’s most beloved recreation spots – Galbraith Mountain on the Land Trust-sponsored Up 2 Something trail. Whatcom Land Trust helped protect Galbraith in 2018 and holds a conservation easement on the land\, ensuring this treasured recreation area remains accessible for generations to come. Join us in giving back to the trails that give so much to our community. \nWhat to expect: Walking a longer distance on uneven ground\, digging using a shovel\, pulling roots\, and clipping plants. \nRegistration: Here. \nVolunteer Waiver: Here. \nHow to get there: We will meet at the South Side Parking Lot. From there\, carpool to our on-mountain meeting location. If you would like to bike in\, meet us near where Air Chair intersects RD 1200 and look for our tents! URL:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/event/make-a-difference-day/ LOCATION:Galbraith Mountain CATEGORIES:Work Party ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/2025_06_07_National_Trails_Day-102-scaled.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Whatcom Mountain Bike Coalition":MAILTO:info@wmbcmtb.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251107T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251107T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132110 CREATED:20250725T214616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T173743Z UID:3031-1762502400-1762531200@whatcomlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Field Friday Planting Day and Site Visit @ Saxon Riparian Corridor DESCRIPTION:This Field Friday\, we’ll focus on planting native trees and shrubs to improve habitat that benefits salmon\, birds\, and other native wildlife. This 8.266-acre site—roughly the size of eight soccer fields—protects approximately 600 feet of critical shoreline along the South Fork Nooksack River. Last year\, Whatcom Land Trust removed a structurally unsound building from the site and prepared the area for new plantings. Watch the episode of Stewardship Diaries that covers the Saxon demolition. Enjoy a day by the river while planting in the newly cleared areas and along the riverbanks to increase biodiversity and help build a more resilient ecosystem! \nWhat to Expect: Bending\, stooping\, using tools to dig and cut\, installing protective measures around the new plants (blue tubes)\, and walking on uneven ground. \nHow to Get There: We will meet at the Whatcom Land Trust Office at 8 am and carpool from there. \nRSVP: THIS EVENT IS FULL. Email Lauren (lauren.r@whatcomlandtrust.org) to get on the waitlist! \nAdditional details about the day will be shared the week before the Field Friday. URL:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/event/field-friday-planting-day-and-site-visit-saxon-5950/ CATEGORIES:Field Friday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Screenshot-2025-07-25-at-2.10.19-PM.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Whatcom Land Trust":MAILTO:officemanager@whatcomlandtrust.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251108T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251108T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132110 CREATED:20250904T223746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T223746Z UID:3086-1762592400-1762603200@whatcomlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Work Party Planting Trees and Removing Invasive Blackberry @ Rutsatz Salmon Reserve DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun day preparing the Rutsatz Salmon Reserve to thrive through the wet winter. We’ll be planting native trees and shrubs to restore habitat and removing invasive blackberry that has started to overtake earlier plantings. This stunning protected land lies between the North Fork Nooksack River and the Rutsatz Road and has an awe-inspiring floodplain\, young forest\, and active hay field. It is home to annual salmon runs\, bald eagles\, and the occasional elk herd. Come lend a hand and help us give these young plants their best chance at survival! \nRSVP: Here! \nWhat to Expect: Walking a short distance on uneven ground\, bending\, stooping\, and digging. \nHow to Get There: Drive east on Mt. Baker Highway past Deming. Turn right and travel south on SR9 towards Sedro Woolley for½ mile. Cross the North Fork Bridge and turn left on Rutsatz Road. Travel east for¼ mile. The property is on the north side of the road. Access through the gate in the field. Coordinates. URL:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/event/work-party-planting-trees-and-removing-invasive-blackberry-rutsatz-salmon-reserve/ CATEGORIES:Work Party ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/20240824_113153-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251122T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251122T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132110 CREATED:20250926T221838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T212210Z UID:3116-1763802000-1763812800@whatcomlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Planting Work Party @ California Creek Estuary with Whatcom Conservation District and Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association DESCRIPTION:Join the Land Trust\, Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association\, and Whatcom Conservation District to make a lasting impact by planting new trees and caring for last year’s plantings at California Creek Estuary. \nAt the south end of Drayton Harbor near Blaine\, the California Creek Estuary provides critical refuge for salmon\, forage fish\, and migrating shorebirds. For more than five years\, Whatcom Land Trust has worked to protect and restore the sensitive coastal wetlands and forests surrounding the area\, helping deliver clean\, clear water to Drayton Harbor. Over time\, hundreds of Land Trust volunteers have removed acres of invasive species and planted native trees. Last year’s Orca Recovery Day was also held here to improve habitat for Chinook Salmon\, the primary food source for Washington’s Resident Orcas. Most recently\, the Land Trust removed a structurally unsound building that threatened to pollute the area and degrade the estuary’s habitat. \nSee you on the land! \nRSVP: Here \nWhat to Expect: Bending\, stooping\, using tools to dig and cut\, installing protective measures around the new plants (blue tubes)\, and walking on uneven ground. \nDriving Directions: Parking will be at Blaine Middle School\, with a shuttle to the work party site. \nFor questions\, email: lauren.r@whatcomlandtrust.org URL:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/event/planting-work-party-california-creek-estuary/ LOCATION:California Creek East CATEGORIES:Work Party ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Copy-of-2024_10_19_Orca_Recovery_Day-171-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251202T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251202T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132110 CREATED:20251111T164952Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T230613Z UID:3128-1764700200-1764709200@whatcomlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Huckleberry's Holiday Hoedown DESCRIPTION:You could stay home on Giving Tuesday\, but as Huckleberry\, the monthly giving G.O.A.T. would say na-a-a-a-a-a-h—it’s much more fun to meet us at the Hoedown!\nJoin Whatcom Land Trust for a boot-scootin’ good time as we celebrate GivingTuesday\, a day dedicated to inspiring generosity\, collaboration\, and community spirit at Beach Cat’s new space in Bellingham: the Oasis. We’re taking it live so we can come together\, kick up our heels with some line dancing (or tap our toes and watch from the sidelines)\, and enjoy live music from the talented Lynne Givler and Keith Carpenter. Not a dancer? No problem! We’ll have goat-themed puzzles for you to solve. Plus\, Beach Cat will be serving up beverages and having a delicious food truck (Simmering Tava) on site to keep you fueled for fun. \nFor this special occasion\, Lynne and Keith have created an original song all about our Monthly Giving mascot\, Huckleberry the G.O.A.T. (Giver for Our Abundant Tomorrow). You won’t want to miss it! \nThe rundown: \nLocation: Beach Cat South Paw Oasis: 1010 C St\, Bellingham\, WA 98225 \n\n6:30–7:15 PM: Line dancing lessons with instructor Tierney O’Keefe (all skill levels (including no skill) welcome!)\n7:15 PM: Put your new moves to the test as Lynne and Keith kick off more dancing with their original Huckleberry song\, followed by more of their incredible music.\n\nWarm up a winter night with friends\, music\, and dancing as we celebrate community and raise funds for local land conservation. And while you’re there\, meet the real G.O.A.T.s—our Givers for Our Abundant Tomorrow! Become a monthly donor and join the herd protecting the lands we all love. URL:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/event/huckleberrys-holiday-hoedown/ LOCATION:Beach Cat Oasis\, 1010 C St\, Bellingham\, WA\, 98225\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Website-banner-for-HHH-3-x-1-in-v2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251205T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251205T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132110 CREATED:20250828T175654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T192635Z UID:3076-1764921600-1764950400@whatcomlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Field Friday Removing Invasive Species and Annual Site Visit @ Stimpson Family Nature Reserve DESCRIPTION:Join us for International Volunteer Day at Stimpson Family Nature Reserve! Together\, we’ll focus on removing invasive English holly\, creeping buttercup\, and herb Robert along the trail. We’ll also complete our annual site visit—a fun opportunity to explore parts of this beloved park you may not have seen before. Unlike our usual Field Fridays\, which are capped at six volunteers\, this event is open to twenty\, so bring your friends! Come make a lasting impact and experience this incredible protected forest. \nRSVP: This event is FULL. Please email lauren.r@whatcomlandtrust.org to get on the waitlist. \nWhat to Expect: Bending\, stooping\, using tools to dig and cut\, walking miles on uneven ground. \nHow to get there:  \nTo join a carpool\, register to ride with Land Trust Staff\, or offer your vehicle to help others\, sign up here. \nFor public transportation: From Bellingham Station\, take the 8:40 a.m. Route 512 bus toward Sudden Valley. To return to town\, take the 512 further into Sudden Valley before it loops back toward Bellingham. \nMeet at the Stimpson Family Nature Reserve parking lot\, 2076 Lake Louise Rd\, Bellingham\, WA 98229. URL:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/event/field-friday-stimpson-family-nature-reserve/ LOCATION:Stimpson Family Nature Reserve\, 2076 Lake Louise Rd\, Bellingham\, WA\, 98229\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Friday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Screenshot-2025-08-28-at-10.22.54-AM.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260107T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260107T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132110 CREATED:20251205T172531Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T172432Z UID:3192-1767805200-1767812400@whatcomlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Cloud Mountain Community Meeting DESCRIPTION:Join Whatcom Land Trust for a community meeting at 5 pm on Wednesday\, January 7th\, at Cloud Mountain Farm Center. Learn more about the transition\, including the Land Trust’s plans for interim ownership and management. \nSpace is limited\, so click here to RSVP and secure your spot. URL:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/event/cloudmountain_communitymeeting/ LOCATION:Cloud Mountain Farm Center\, 6906 Goodwin Rd\, Everson\, WA\, 98247\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/farmpan4.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260123T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260123T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132110 CREATED:20251230T234902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T231434Z UID:3217-1769162400-1769176800@whatcomlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Office Field Friday @ Whatcom Land Trust Office DESCRIPTION:Join Whatcom Land Trust for a special Field Friday on a different kind of land trust land\, our downtown Bellingham office. This space is our home base\, where much of our behind-the-scenes work happens\, and one we are excited to steward together\, just like the lands we protect. \nWe will take on a variety of meaningful maintenance and organizational projects both indoors and outdoors. We can’t wait to see you there! \nWhat to Expect: Bending\, stooping\, and potentially using tools. We suggest wearing attire that you don’t mind getting dirty. \nRSVP: This event is FULL. Email Lauren to get on the waitlist: lauren.r@whatcomlandtrust.org URL:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/event/office-field-friday-whatcom-land-trust-office/ LOCATION:Whatcom Land Trust Office\, 412 N Commercial St.\, Bellingham\, WA\, 98225\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Friday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/IMG_2639-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132110 CREATED:20260107T191958Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T203637Z UID:3239-1770364800-1770393600@whatcomlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Site Visit\, Boundary Marking\, Trail Clearing\, and Invasive Removal Field Friday @ Craver DESCRIPTION:Join Whatcom Land Trust staff for a Field Friday adventure at Craver. This truly unique site features Hutchinson Creek\, a thriving forest\, and an abundance of native wildlife. As part of our annual property monitoring visit\, we’ll explore Craver’s winding game trails\, taking in its natural beauty while tackling essential restoration work. Our tasks for the day include trail clearing and removing invasive vinca and blackberry. We can’t wait to see you out on the land for a day of exploration and impact! \n  \nRegistration is REQUIRED for this event: Click here to register! \nOnce you register\, additional details will be sent by our Volunteer Coordinator\, Lauren Ralbovsky\, a week to 4 days before the event. If you have questions in the meantime\, email lauren.r@whatcomlandtrust.org. \nWhat to Expect: Walking on uneven ground\, cutting blackberry\, pruning back plants from the trail\, and pulling roots. Be prepared for muddy\, potentially chilly conditions – boots are highly recommended! \nHow to get there: Field Fridays start at the Whatcom Land Trust office. 412 N Commercial St\, Bellingham\, WA 98225 \n  \nSite Info: The Craver site was donated to Whatcom Land Trust by Ernie Craver in 1999. In 2000\, the Land Trust planted around 20\,000 trees to reforest the land following timber harvest in the mid-1990s. A major cleanup also took place in 2003\, removing more than 65 vehicles\, hundreds of yards of debris\, and old mobile homes. Today\, the forest continues to grow thanks to years of restoration work and volunteer commitment. URL:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/event/field-friday-craver/ LOCATION:Craver CATEGORIES:Field Friday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IMG_0088-scaled-e1767810011542.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260217T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260217T194500 DTSTAMP:20260403T132110 CREATED:20260123T185316Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T212916Z UID:3287-1771353000-1771357500@whatcomlandtrust.org SUMMARY:SOLD OUT! Photographer Paul Bannick on a Year in the Life of Woodpeckers DESCRIPTION:Award-winning photographer Paul Bannick reveals the lives of North American woodpeckers through dramatic images and wildly rich stories. \nJoin Whatcom Land Trust\, North Cascades Institute\, and the North Cascades Audubon Society at the Whatcom Museum Old City Hall Rotunda Room for an engaging presentation by award-winning Photographer Paul Bannick based on his new book\, Woodpecker: A Year in the Life of North American Woodpeckers. Through dramatic images and rich stories\, Paul reveals the lives of woodpeckers over four seasons. His exploration of these impactful birds from the Arctic through southern Mexico details their shared behaviors as well as some surprising exceptions and adaptations. After the presentation\, there will be a brief Q&A session\, along with an opportunity to purchase his books and have them signed. \nMore information about Paul Bannick is available on his website. \nTickets: $17 \nPurchase tickets: We are sold out! \nCheck-in starts at: 6:00 PM \nLocation: Whatcom Museum Old City Hall Rotunda Room 121 Prospect Street Bellingham\, WA 98225 \nNorth Cascades Audubon Society is offering a limited number of scholarships for tickets. To inquire\, please email kendra.s@whatcomlandtrust.org. \nA limited amount of free parking is available in the lot behind the Whatcom Museum. Street parking is available as well\, and free after 6 p.m. The venue has a wheelchair accessible entrance via the rear (west side) basement entrance. URL:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/event/photographer-paul-bannick-on-a-year-in-the-life-of-woodpeckers/ LOCATION:Whatcom Museum\, 121 Prospect Street\, Bellingham\, WA\, 98225\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Paul-Bannick-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260228T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260228T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132110 CREATED:20260105T230109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T000148Z UID:3221-1772269200-1772280000@whatcomlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Restore Habitat @ Hundred Acre Wood with City of Bellingham DESCRIPTION:Join Whatcom Land Trust and the City of Bellingham to kick off our Spring Work Party season by improving habitat at Hundred Acre Wood during National Invasive Species Awareness Week. This special site right outside of Fairhaven hosts beautiful trails that wind through Douglas firs\, tall cedars\, and cottonwoods. We will spend the day restoring wildlife habitat to protect wetlands and create a healthier\, more resilient forest for wildlife and the community. We will have tea\, coffee\, and snacks\, and all tools are provided. \nWe can’t wait to see you out on the land! \n  \nTo register\, please visit: https://www.volunteerbellingham.org/need/detail/?need_id=1172804 \nOnce you register\, additional details will be sent by our Volunteer Coordinator\, Lauren Ralbovsky\, 3–4 days before the event\, including where to meet. If you have questions in the meantime\, email lauren.r@whatcomlandtrust.org. \nWhat to expect: Walking on uneven ground\, digging using a shovel\, clipping plants\, and working outdoors. \n  \nSite Info: In 2023\, Whatcom Land Trust created a new conservation easement protecting Hundred Acre Wood forever. URL:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/event/restore-habitat-hundred-acre-wood-with-city-of-bellingham/ LOCATION:Hundred Acre Woods\, 2520 24th St\, Bellingham\, WA\, 98225\, United States CATEGORIES:Work Party ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2025-03-29-SWP-at-Hundred-Acre-Wood-by-Ryan-Robie-3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260306T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260306T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132110 CREATED:20260107T203804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T180242Z UID:3241-1772784000-1772812800@whatcomlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Invasive Plant Removal Field Friday @ Bell Creek DESCRIPTION:Join us at Bell Creek for a Field Friday removing invasive species to protect vital habitat for Spring Chinook\, Bull Trout\, and other native wildlife. Make a lasting impact at beautiful Bell Creek! \n  \nRegistration is REQUIRED for this event: This event is FULL. Email lauren.r@whatcomlandtrust.org to get on the waitlist. \nOnce you register\, additional details will be sent by our Volunteer Coordinator\, Lauren Ralbovsky\, a week to 4 days before the event. If you have questions in the meantime\, email lauren.r@whatcomlandtrust.org. \nWhat to Expect: Walking on uneven ground\, cutting blackberry\, pruning trees\, and pulling roots. \nHow to get there: Field Fridays start at the Whatcom Land Trust office. 412 N Commercial St\, Bellingham\, WA 98225 \n  \nSite Info: Bell Creek is 25 acres of protected functioning salmon habitat that is frequented by a portion of the Nooksack herd of Roosevelt elk\, bald eagles\, and other native wildlife. It includes 1\,800 feet nNearly one-third of a mile) of forest along the creek and North Fork Nooksack side channels. It was protected in 2006 with grant money from the Salmon Recovery Funding Board. URL:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/event/invasive-plant-removal-field-friday-bell-creek/ LOCATION:Bell Creek CATEGORIES:Field Friday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IMG_9322-scaled-e1767817356480.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260307T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260307T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132110 CREATED:20260106T194319Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T172533Z UID:3225-1772874000-1772884800@whatcomlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Planting Day @ Kelsey Nature Reserve DESCRIPTION:Join us to plant native trees and shrubs at Kelsey Nature Reserve in Ferndale. With your help\, we can continue building a resilient ecosystem for wildlife and future generations to enjoy. We will have tea\, coffee\, and snacks\, and all tools are provided. \nWe hope to see you out on the land! \n  \nRegistration is REQUIRED for this event: Click here to register! There will be a limit of 25 spots. \nOnce you register\, additional details will be sent by our Volunteer Coordinator\, Lauren Ralbovsky\, 3–4 days before the event\, including where to meet. If you have questions in the meantime\, email lauren.r@whatcomlandtrust.org. \nWhat to expect: Walking a longer distance on uneven ground\, digging using a shovel\, bending\, stooping\, pulling roots\, and clipping plants. \nHow to get there: Directions will be sent out once you register. Kelsey is about 25 minutes from Bellingham. There will be limited parking\, so please carpool if possible. Follow this link to join one! https://www.groupcarpool.com/t/ze6jav \n  \nSite Info: This special place was Whatcom Land Trust’s second protected property\, donated by Ruth Kelsey in 1992. Since then\, the Land Trust has expanded the reserve by adding a 51-acre parcel in 2024\, which completes protection of the Lake Terrell shoreline through its connection with Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife lands. Today\, this protected land provides habitat for beaver\, songbirds\, coho\, and many other native wildlife species. While important stewardship work has already taken place\, there are still many opportunities for restoration. URL:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/event/planting-day-kelsey-nature-reserve/ CATEGORIES:Work Party ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/20240423_150329-2-scaled-e1767728443723.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260329T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260329T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132110 CREATED:20260107T174226Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T191318Z UID:3237-1774785600-1774796400@whatcomlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Work Party Planting Trees @ Jensen Family Forest with Whatcom Million Trees DESCRIPTION:Join the Land Trust and Whatcom Million Trees for a beautiful day at Jensen Family Forest near Custer\, Washington\, as we plant native trees and shrubs to enhance habitat. Every plant in the ground brings us one step closer to a more resilient future for Whatcom County. We can’t wait to see you there! \n  \nRegister: Here \nWhat to expect: Walking a short distance on uneven ground\, bending\, stooping\, and digging. \nHow to get there: Address: 8051 Stein Road\, Custer\, WA 98240. From Bellingham\, drive north on Interstate 5. Exit Interstate 5 and travel east on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. Travel 1 ½ miles east to Stein Road and turn right. Travel south on Stein Road for approximately 500 feet. The Jensen Family Forest Park trailhead is on the right. \n  \nSite info: Jensen Family Forest Park is a 23-acre treasure of towering Douglas-fir trees\, some over a century old\, generously donated to the community by Don and Judith Jensen through a conservation easement. After raising their three daughters among these magnificent trees\, Don and Judith wanted to share this special place with the wider community. Today\, through a partnership between Whatcom Land Trust and Whatcom County Parks\, this forest remains protected forever for all to enjoy\, honoring both the Jensen family’s generations of stewardship and their hope that others will find the same joy among these trees that they have cherished for so many years. URL:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/event/work-party-jensen-family-forest/ CATEGORIES:Work Party ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2025_06_14_JensenFamilyForest-20-scaled-e1767807673211.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260403T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260403T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132110 CREATED:20260113T000434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T002907Z UID:3264-1775203200-1775232000@whatcomlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Blackberry Removal and Plant Maintenance Field Friday @ Spooner Creek DESCRIPTION:Join us at the scenic Spooner Creek! Help us steward this 11.3-acre protected area by removing invasive Himalayan blackberry and other invasive species to support young growing native plants. We will also work on clearing the trails that wind through the forested area. We look forward to seeing you there! \n  \nRegistration is REQUIRED for this event: Click here to register! \nOnce you register\, additional details will be sent by our Volunteer Coordinator\, Lauren Ralbovsky\, a week to 4 days before the event\, including where to meet. If you have questions in the meantime\, email lauren.r@whatcomlandtrust.org. \nWhat to expect: Walking on uneven ground\, cutting blackberry\, pruning trees\, and pulling roots. \nHow to get there: Field Fridays start at the Whatcom Land Trust office. 412 N Commercial St\, Bellingham\, WA 98225 \n  \nLearn more about Field Fridays: Here URL:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/event/blackberry-removal-and-plant-maintenance-field-friday-spooner-creek/ CATEGORIES:Field Friday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/group-photo-at-Spooner-Creek.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260411T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260411T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132110 CREATED:20260106T204109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T191233Z UID:3227-1775898000-1775908800@whatcomlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Invasive Species Removal @ Catalyst Reserve with Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association DESCRIPTION:After years of restoration work\, the Catalyst Reserve is beginning to develop into a healthy and resilient ecosystem\, and we need your help to keep it headed in that direction! Join the Land Trust and Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association to help protect this vital habitat by removing invasive blackberry\, which is overtaking previous plantings of native trees and shrubs. We will have tea\, coffee\, and snacks\, and all tools are provided. \nWe can’t wait to see you out on the land! \n  \nRegister: Here (Please register for this event so that we can bring enough shovels and snacks!) \nOnce you register\, additional details will be sent by our Volunteer Coordinator\, Lauren Ralbovsky\, 3–4 days before the event\, including where to meet. If you have questions in the meantime\, email lauren.r@whatcomlandtrust.org. \nWhat to expect: Digging using a shovel\, clipping plants\, including blackberry\, working outdoors\, and walking on uneven ground for up to a mile. \nHow to get there: Parking is at Acme Elementary School\, 5200 Turkington Rd\, Acme\, WA 98220. A 2-minute shuttle ride will bring you to the restoration site. The shuttle will be available throughout the event. \n  \nSite Info: Catalyst Reserve lies between Landingstrip Creek and the South Fork of the Nooksack River and is home to salmon\, elk\, birds\, and other wildlife. The land used to be a poplar farm with hardly any riparian buffer (the forested area around a stream or river)\, and had a culvert blocking salmon passage\, along with large amounts of highly invasive reed canary grass. Since its protection\, years of stewardship work have helped restore the site\, and we can’t wait to build on that progress with you! URL:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/event/work-party-at-catalyst-reserve/ LOCATION:Acme Elementary School\, 5200 Turkington Rd\, Acme\, 98220\, United States CATEGORIES:Work Party ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/NSEA_WP_Landingstrip-Creek_WLT_06.21-3-scaled-e1767730756257.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132110 CREATED:20260106T215237Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T201655Z UID:3230-1776502800-1776513600@whatcomlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Earth Day @ Lower Kenney Creek with Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association DESCRIPTION:Happy Earth Day! Join Whatcom Land Trust\, Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association (NSEA)\, and Whatcom Conservation District to protect and enhance critical salmon habitat along Kenney Creek\, where the creek meets the North Fork of the Nooksack River\, and get a free t-shirt designed by NSEA (first come first serve)! Last fall\, over 100 volunteers joined us in planting hundreds of native species at the site. Volunteers will continue that effort by digging and cutting out invasive species like English Ivy\, Himalayan Balsam (Policeman’s Helmet)\, and Himalayan Blackberry\, to help ensure a diverse and healthy environment for returning fish\, birds\, and more. Come help us restore this vital ecosystem and contribute to the long-term health of Kenney Creek and the wildlife it supports! first come first serve. We will have tea\, coffee\, and snacks\, and all tools are provided. \nWe can’t wait to see you out on the land! \n  \nRegister: Here (Please register for this event so that we can bring enough shovels and snacks!) \nOnce you register\, additional details will be sent by our Volunteer Coordinator\, Lauren Ralbovsky\, 3–4 days before the event\, including where to meet. If you have questions in the meantime\, email lauren.r@whatcomlandtrust.org. \nWhat to expect: Walking on uneven ground\, digging using a shovel\, cutting vines with pruners\, and using a saw. \nHow to get there: Address: 5862 N Fork Rd Deming\, WA 98244. From Bellingham\, take 542 East for approximately 17 miles. Turn right on Mosquito Lake Road and continue for 1 mile\, then turn left onto North Fork Road. Continue for 1 mile and pull in on the right-hand side of the road. \n  \nSite Info: In 2025\, a collaborative restoration project between the Land Trust\, Whatcom County\, Whatcom Conservation District\, and NSEA was completed at Lower Kenney Creek to improve fish passage and habitat. Watch the video to learn more! URL:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/event/earth-day-at-lower-kenney-creek/ CATEGORIES:Work Party ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/STRING.03_00_38_11.Still001-scaled-e1767735923808.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260501T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260501T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132110 CREATED:20260113T002755Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T212100Z UID:3268-1777622400-1777651200@whatcomlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Invasive Species Removal Field Friday @ Elk Flats DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special day at the beautiful Elk Flats! This 80-acre conservation site is difficult to access\, making this Field Friday a rare chance to explore and care for this unique landscape. Together\, we’ll hike through the forest to complete our annual site visit while removing invasive species to support native habitat. Whether you’re a seasoned volunteer or new to stewardship work\, this is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact while experiencing a place few people ever get to see. We look forward to having you join us! \nRegistration is REQUIRED for this event: This event is FULL. Email lauren.r@whatcomlandtrust.org to get on the waitlist. \nOnce you register\, additional details will be sent by our Volunteer Coordinator\, Lauren Ralbovsky\, a week to 4 days before the event. If you have questions in the meantime\, email lauren.r@whatcomlandtrust.org. \nWhat to expect: Walking a long distance through unmaintained trails on steep\, uneven ground\, cutting and digging blackberry and other invasive plants\, pruning plants back from the trail\, and pulling roots. \nHow to get there: Field Fridays start at the Whatcom Land Trust office. 412 N Commercial St\, Bellingham\, WA 98225 \n  \nSite Info: Elk Flats is approximately 80 acres of forestland along the South Fork of the Nooksack River in Skagit County. Whatcom Land Trust protected the land in the early 2010s. Before its protection\, the land experienced logging and other uses that left it in need of restoration. Today\, ongoing stewardship focuses on improving habitat for fish and wildlife and supporting the health of the river system. \nLearn more about Field Fridays: Here URL:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/event/invasive-species-removal-field-friday-elk-flats/ CATEGORIES:Field Friday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2025_10_28_Elk_Flats_Bryce_and_Alex-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260502T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260502T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132110 CREATED:20260106T225852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T172303Z UID:3232-1777712400-1777723200@whatcomlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Invasive Removal @ Maple Creek Reach with Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association DESCRIPTION:Join Whatcom Land Trust and Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association for a day of stewardship at Maple Creek Reach. This stunning protected land has undergone incredible restoration efforts over the past 20 years\, and now it needs your help! With breathtaking views along the North Fork of the Nooksack River and frequent eagle sightings\, this site is a volunteer favorite. Come make a lasting impact by helping us remove invasive Scotch broom that is taking over previous years’ plantings. We will have tea\, coffee\, and snacks\, and all tools are provided. \nWe can’t wait to see you out on the land! \n  \nRegister: Here (Please register for this event so that we can bring enough shovels and snacks!) \nOnce you register\, additional details will be sent by our Volunteer Coordinator\, Lauren Ralbovsky\, 3–4 days before the event\, including where to meet. If you have questions in the meantime\, email lauren.r@whatcomlandtrust.org. \nWhat to expect: Walking on uneven ground\, digging using a shovel\, carrying\, and using heavy tools. \nHow to get there: Parking is at Kendall Elementary School at 7547 Kendall Rd\, Maple Falls\, WA 98266. A shuttle will run throughout the event to get volunteers to and from the restoration site\, roughly 5 minutes from the parking. \n  \nSite Info: After years of agricultural and dairy use\, restoration efforts at Maple Creek Reach began in 1998\, led by the current landowners to support the critical streamside habitat. Building on that work\, Whatcom Land Trust started protecting the land in 2003\, and by 2010\, 111 acres were permanently conserved. Since then\, ongoing stewardship and restoration efforts have continued to return Maple Creek Reach to a forested wetland that supports salmon\, bald eagles\, and other native wildlife. Watch the video to learn more. URL:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/event/invasive-removal-work-party-at-maple-creek-reach/ LOCATION:Maple Creek Reach CATEGORIES:Work Party ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/20240420_115708-2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132110 CREATED:20260228T004951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T204337Z UID:3340-1778344200-1778360400@whatcomlandtrust.org SUMMARY:2026 Whatcom Land Trust Spring Benefit DESCRIPTION:Spring Benefit 2026\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Buy Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What takes root in spring sustains the seasons ahead. Please join us for our Resilient Future Spring Benefit on May 9th in support of protecting and stewarding the lands and waters that connect us in Whatcom County. We’re excited to gather with new and old friends at the Hotel Bellwether ballroom for scrumptious appetizers\, a choice of 3 dinner entrees\, wine and nonalcoholic beverages\, silent & live auctions\, and a dessert dash with auctioneer Manca Valum\, and an inspiring program about how connection leads to a resilient future. We are grateful to be part of a community that continues to show up for the rivers\, forests\, farms\, and wildlife that make Whatcom County so special. We hope to see you soon! \n  \nBuy Tickets: Here \n  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nThank you to our wonderful event sponsors!\nTitle Sponsor\n \n  \nPresenting Sponsors\n \n \n \nSupporting Sponsors\nChuckanut Builders\, Julie Carpenter Re/MAX Realtor\, Puget Sound Energy\, Wilson Engineering \n \nHonorary Sponsors\nEthos West Construction\, Inc.\, Industrial Credit Union\, Carmichael Clark\, P.S.\, Samson Rope\,  Waycross Investment Management\, Superfeet\, and John Okan\, Edward Jones \n  \nWelcome to our newest sponsors: Metcalf\, Hodges\, Whatcom Land Title\, Peoples Bank\, Hoagland Pharmacy\, Chuckanut Ridge Assisted Living and Graham Baba Architects. \n  \nIf you’d like to be a table captain\, become a sponsor\, or donate an auction item contact jodi.b@whatcomlandtrust.org\, 360-746-3168 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Buy Tickets URL:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/event/2026-spring-benefit/ LOCATION:Hotel Bellwether\, 1 Bellwether Way\, Bellingham\, WA\, 98225\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2025_05_11_LakeWhatcomPark-24-2-scaled-e1772238478176.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260614T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260614T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132110 CREATED:20260318T201240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T175519Z UID:3385-1781431200-1781442000@whatcomlandtrust.org SUMMARY:What's the Point? @ Point Whitehorn DESCRIPTION:What’s the Point? is an annual\, family-friendly event at Point Whitehorn Marine Reserve that brings the community together to explore the shoreline during one of the lowest tides of the year. For almost seven years\, local organizations have hosted this event to connect people with the unique coastal plants\, wildlife\, and geology of this special place through guided walks\, talks\, and hands-on learning. \n  \nMore details\, including the event schedule\, speakers\, and logistics\, will be shared soon. Save the date and check back for updates! \n \n  URL:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/event/whats-the-point-2026/ LOCATION:Point Whitehorn Park\, 6899 Koehn Rd #6601\, Blaine\, WA\, 98230\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whatcomlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026-Whats-the-Point-Facebook-Cover-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR