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SEFS Faculty Meeting (11:30am - 12:30pm)

Contact: Mary Keyes: mkeyes2@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: Mary Keyes: mkeyes2@uw.edu. Tuesday, April 29, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Winkenwerder 105.

Dr. Caroline Daws' Teaching Demonstration | SEFS Candidate, Teaching Assistant Professor in Environmental and Forest Sciences

Dear SEFS community, SEFS is in the process of hiring a new Assistant Teaching Professor to support both our service and core undergraduate courses, and upper division and graduate courses in the broad area of forest management. We are at the stage of the process where we are inviting the final four candidates for on-campus interviews, which will include meetings with the SEFS community, a public teaching demonstration, and a public chalk talk on their teaching philosophy and pedagogy. On behalf of the search committee, I would like to encourage you to attend as many of the scheduled public presentations with the candidates as you can. We are particularly interested in student feedback given the nature of this position. Contact: pctobin@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: sefsevents@uw.edu. Wednesday, April 30, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. WFS 021.

Dr. Caroline Daws' Chalk Talk | SEFS Candidate, Teaching Assistant Professor in Environmental and Forest Sciences

Dear SEFS community, SEFS is in the process of hiring a new Assistant Teaching Professor to support both our service and core undergraduate courses, and upper division and graduate courses in the broad area of forest management. We are at the stage of the process where we are inviting the final four candidates for on-campus interviews, which will include meetings with the SEFS community, a public teaching demonstration, and a public chalk talk on their teaching philosophy and pedagogy. On behalf of the search committee, I would like to encourage you to attend as many of the scheduled public presentations with the candidates as you can. We are particularly interested in student feedback given the nature of this position. Contact: pctobin@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: sefsevents@uw.edu. Thursday, May 1, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. WFS 021.

Tikvah's Garden WORK PARTY - Society for Ecological Restoration (open to UW student body)

Do you like working outside and getting your hands dirty? Join us at our next work party! Our mission is to bring together students at the University of Washington with a common interest in the science and practice of ecological restoration, and a common goal to restore and sustain the biodiversity of our beautiful campus. Learn more about SER UW here  SER UW Site Map here Tikvah's Garden site (meet at the Fishery Science Building - FSB) Bring water and dress for the weather! Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Thursday, May 1, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. SER Site: Tikvah's Garden Meeting Location: Fishery Science Building (FSB). For more info visit sites.uw.edu.

Free 1st Thursday Public Tour

UW Botanic Gardens is committed to enriching the lives of all community members with free public tours.  Please note our tours are for individual participants not organized groups. If you wish to have a group tour, please explore your options at botanicgardens.uw.edu.   To ensure a positive tour experience and the safety of our visitors, our tours are now capped at 50 attendees on a first come first serve basis. Our tour for May continues our spring flowers theme; we will view Rhododendron cultivars and other blooming trees in our collection. Our 1st Thursday public tours are casual walks through various areas of the 230 acre Washington Park Arboretum.  Walks feature seasonal themes, collections plants, explorations of botany, and the history of our organization.    To join the walk, meet us at the Graham Visitors Center, docents will be there to greet and gather visitors. We make every effort to tailor our tours to our audience and most months we are able to offer visitors a choice of a longer or shorter… Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: cmn23@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Age Range: Teens. Adults. Presenter: UW Botanic Garden Tour Docents. Contact Information: Catherine Nelson at cmn23@uw.edu. Event sponsors: UW Botanic Gardens Adult Education Catherine Nelson cmn23@uw.edu. Thursday, May 1, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM. Washington Park Arboretum Graham Visitors Center 2300 Arboretum Dr E, Seattle. For more info visit botanicgardens.uw.edu.

SEFS Social

SEFS Socials are back! After a nine month hiatus, we’re excited to bring SEFS Socials back to give folks the chance to step out of the classroom, laboratory or office and enjoy some light refreshments. Come join us and connect with other faculty, students and staff across our School! Socials will take place on the first floor of Bloedel Hall, in the foyer, every other week throughout Spring Quarter 2025. Social Schedule Wednesday, April 16 | 10 – 11a.m. | Bloedel Hall (first floor hallway) Thursday, May 1 | 3 – 4p.m. | Bloedel Hall (first floor hallway) Wednesday May 14 | 10 – 11a.m. | Bloedel Hall (first floor hallway) In replacement of the last social join us at SEFS Year-End Celebration on Wednesday, May 28th! Details to be posted soon. Contact: sefsevents@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: sefsevents@uw.edu. Thursday, May 1, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Bloedel Hall (first floor foyer/hallway).

Yesler Swamp WORK PARTY - Society for Ecological Restoration (open to UW student body)

Do you like working outside and getting your hands dirty? Join us at our next work party! Our mission is to bring together students at the University of Washington with a common interest in the science and practice of ecological restoration, and a common goal to restore and sustain the biodiversity of our beautiful campus. Learn more about SER UW here  SER UW Site Map here, Yesler Swamp site (meet at the CUH toolshed) Bring water and dress for the weather! Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Saturday, May 3, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. SER site: Yesler Swamp Meeting Location: Center for Urban Horticulture (CUH) toolshed.

Botanical Print-Making Workshop

Total class cost: $45 Limited financial aid slots offered on a first-come, first-serve basis. REGISTER ONLINE, Come make your own unique Mother’s Day cards through an exploration of mixed media print-making! Explore the patterns and textures of plants through print-making processes. This class will invite you to use natural materials, like spring flowers & conifer needles, to create one-of-a-kind cards with/for a mother figure. Instructor Dillyn Adamo is a print-maker and arts educator in Skagit County, WA. Currently she works as the Learning & Engagement Coordinator at the Museum of Northwest Art, where she creates arts experiences for visitors of all ages. She has a passion for both biology and fine arts, and uses print-making as a way to explore both of these interests. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Douglas Research Conservatory (DRC). Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Presenter: Dillyn Adamo. Contact Information: urbhort@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_0ed12f1bd211. Saturday, May 3, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

Watercolors from Natural Pigments (in-person)

Price: $72, preregistration required Financial aid slots available on a first-come, first-served basis REGISTER ONLINE This workshop will introduce the process of lake pigmentation, the creation of pigments from organic materials. Students will learn about common plants used for pigments as well as the process of creating watercolor paint from dried pigments. Each student will leave with two watercolor paints created during class. Class fee covers all necessary supplies.  Anneke Wilder is an artist and illustrator based in Seattle, WA. Anneke received degrees in Biology and Studio Art, as well as a certificate in Natural Science Illustration from UW. She’s participated in numerous artist residencies at the nexus of art and science and is a contributor to Hyldyr, a publication company that combines art, ecology, and folklore. She draws on her background in the sciences to create detailed watercolors that deal with themes of growth and decay—of our bodies, our culture, and our landscapes. Her work often… Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Center for Urban Horticulture. Campus room: Douglas Classroom. Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Presenter: Anneke Wilder. Contact Information: urbhort@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_db6d2f1ace46. Sunday, May 4, 2025, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

Heron Haven WORK PARTY - Society for Ecological Restoration (open to UW student body)

Do you like working outside and getting your hands dirty? Join us at our next work party! Our mission is to bring together students at the University of Washington with a common interest in the science and practice of ecological restoration, and a common goal to restore and sustain the biodiversity of our beautiful campus. Learn more about SER UW here  SER UW Site Map here, Heron Haven site (meet in the grassy area) Bring water and dress for the weather! Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Sunday, May 4, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM. SER site: Heron Haven Meeting Location: grassy area.

Curator Tour: Rhododendron Glen (in-person)

Cost: $25, pre-registration required Financial aid slots available on a first-come, first-served basis, REGISTER ONLINE Ray Larson, Curator of Living Collections, will take us on a journey through the most interesting plant collections in the UW Botanic Gardens. Learn about rare and unusual plants, collections based on genetics and eco-geographic habitats, and the unusual ways how these plants have made their way to us. This talk in particular will highlight blooming flowers in the Rhododendron Glen of the Washington Park Arboretum. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Presenter: Raymond Larson, University of Washington Botanic Gardens Curator of Living Collections. Contact Information: urbhort@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_ec0ec4507b8d. Monday, May 5, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM. Washington Park Arboretum, 2300 Arboretum Dr. E, Seattle, Washington 98112. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

Dr. Amanda Donaldson's Teaching Demonstration | SEFS Candidate, Teaching Assistant Professor in Environmental and Forest Sciences

Dear SEFS community, SEFS is in the process of hiring a new Assistant Teaching Professor to support both our service and core undergraduate courses, and upper division and graduate courses in the broad area of forest management. We are at the stage of the process where we are inviting the final four candidates for on-campus interviews, which will include meetings with the SEFS community, a public teaching demonstration, and a public chalk talk on their teaching philosophy and pedagogy. On behalf of the search committee, I would like to encourage you to attend as many of the scheduled public presentations with the candidates as you can. We are particularly interested in student feedback given the nature of this position. Contact: pctobin@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: sefsevents@uw.edu. Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. WFS 021.

SEFS Faculty Meeting (11:30am - 12:30pm)

Contact: Mary Keyes: mkeyes2@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: Mary Keyes: mkeyes2@uw.edu. Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Winkenwerder 105.

2024 Fish & Wildlife Seminar - Katie Anderson, PhD Student, WSU

Speaker: Katie Anderson, PhD Student, WSU TOPIC: Influence of plant secondary metabolites on intake, microbial communities, and detoxification costs in deer. Contact: amcintur@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: sefsevents@uw.edu. Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. ZOOM - https://washington.zoom.us/j/4432362511. For more info visit washington.zoom.us.

Native Plants for Restoration: Responsibly Growing and Sourcing Native Plants (online)

Cost: $30 REGISTER ONLINE, Limited financial aid slots offered on a first-come, first-serve basis. Professional credits available: CERP - 2, Join us for an in-depth exploration of responsible cultivation of native plants for restoration. In this class, we’ll cover key principles of ecological horticulture, delve into the unique challenges faced by native plant nurseries, and discuss how to responsibly source native plants for your restoration site or garden. Gain valuable insights into what to ask when purchasing plants to make informed, eco-conscious choices and essential tips on how to care for native plants to ensure their long-term success. Whether you're an aspiring gardener or a seasoned restoration enthusiast, this class will equip you with the knowledge of how to source for a thriving, environmentally responsible native plant landscape.  This class will be taught by Lea Dyga, Oxbow Farm’s Native Plant Nursery Manager, formerly the SER-UW Native Plant Nursery Manager. Lea Dyga (they/them) is an… Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Presenter: Lea Dyga, Oxbow Farm’s Native Plant Nursery Manager. Contact Information: urbhort@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_0b1433f0a195. Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Online via Zoom. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

Guest Lecture - "The Great Storms of the Northwest Coast" with Dr. Cliff Mass

The Pacific Northwest coast experiences some of the strongest storms of the planet, associated with intense low pressure centers and winds exceeding 100 mph. This talk will describe such storms, review some of the major events of the past 150 years, examine what we have learned about Pacific storms, and describe the impressive capabilities of modern weather prediction technology. Cliff Mass completed his undergraduate education at Cornell University where he majored in physics and worked with Astronomer Carl Sagan on a model of the Martian atmosphere and with Stephen Schneider of NCAR on climate modeling. He received his Ph.D. from the University of Washington, doing his doctoral work on African wave disturbances, the forerunners of tropical storms and hurricanes in the Atlantic. Cliff has been involved in several initiatives, including the acquisition of coastal radar on the Washington coast and improving the infrastructure of the National Weather Service. He is the author of the 2008 book “The Weather of… Contact: cbobsin@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: sefsevents@uw.edu. Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Join us either in person in the Hemlock Forest Room at ONRC at 1455 S. Forks Ave, Forks, WA or via zoom: https://washington.zoom.us/j/3834334539. For more info visit washington.zoom.us.

Dr. Amanda Donaldson's Chalk Talk | SEFS Candidate, Teaching Assistant Professor in Environmental and Forest Sciences

Dear SEFS community, SEFS is in the process of hiring a new Assistant Teaching Professor to support both our service and core undergraduate courses, and upper division and graduate courses in the broad area of forest management. We are at the stage of the process where we are inviting the final four candidates for on-campus interviews, which will include meetings with the SEFS community, a public teaching demonstration, and a public chalk talk on their teaching philosophy and pedagogy. On behalf of the search committee, I would like to encourage you to attend as many of the scheduled public presentations with the candidates as you can. We are particularly interested in student feedback given the nature of this position. Contact: pctobin@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: sefsevents@uw.edu. Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. WFS 021.

Tikvah's Garden WORK PARTY - Society for Ecological Restoration (open to UW student body)

Do you like working outside and getting your hands dirty? Join us at our next work party! Our mission is to bring together students at the University of Washington with a common interest in the science and practice of ecological restoration, and a common goal to restore and sustain the biodiversity of our beautiful campus. Learn more about SER UW here  SER UW Site Map here Tikvah's Garden site (meet at the Fishery Science Building - FSB) Bring water and dress for the weather! Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Thursday, May 8, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. SER Site: Tikvah's Garden Meeting Location: Fishery Science Building (FSB). For more info visit sites.uw.edu.

Burke Gilman WORK PARTY - Society for Ecological Restoration (open to UW student body)

Do you like working outside and getting your hands dirty? Join us at our next work party! Our mission is to bring together students at the University of Washington with a common interest in the science and practice of ecological restoration, and a common goal to restore and sustain the biodiversity of our beautiful campus. Learn more about SER UW here  SER UW Site Map here, Burke-Gilman site (meet at the path to Pacific Pl) Bring water and dress for the weather! Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Thursday, May 8, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM. SER Site: Burke Gilman Meeting Location: path to Pacific Place. For more info visit sites.uw.edu.

Yesler Swamp WORK PARTY - Society for Ecological Restoration (open to UW student body)

Do you like working outside and getting your hands dirty? Join us at our next work party! Our mission is to bring together students at the University of Washington with a common interest in the science and practice of ecological restoration, and a common goal to restore and sustain the biodiversity of our beautiful campus. Learn more about SER UW here  SER UW Site Map here, Yesler Swamp site (meet at the CUH toolshed) Bring water and dress for the weather! Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Saturday, May 10, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. SER site: Yesler Swamp Meeting Location: Center for Urban Horticulture (CUH) toolshed.

Washington Native Trees Tour

Join us for the last tour of the spring season as we take a close up look at the different trees of Washington! On this free guided walk, you'll be shown a variety of trees that grow wild in the Evergreen State. At each tree, participants will have the opportunity to use their senses to learn tricks for identifying these species in the wild, and will learn a wide array of fun facts about why the trees of Washington grow in the places that they do. We will also dive into our own human connections to these trees and they ways in which they are expected to respond in a changing climate. This tour will last about two hours, with around half a mile of walking. Participants who need to leave early are more than welcome to do so. For questions or for more information, please visit the UW Campus Tree Tours website at bit.ly/uwcampustreetours. Contact: tdhoss@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: sefsevents@uw.edu. Saturday, May 10, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. This tour will gather in front of the Husky Union Building (HUB) on the UW Seattle campus. For more info visit sefs.uw.edu.

Heron Haven WORK PARTY - Society for Ecological Restoration (open to UW student body)

Do you like working outside and getting your hands dirty? Join us at our next work party! Our mission is to bring together students at the University of Washington with a common interest in the science and practice of ecological restoration, and a common goal to restore and sustain the biodiversity of our beautiful campus. Learn more about SER UW here  SER UW Site Map here, Heron Haven site (meet in the grassy area) Bring water and dress for the weather! Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Sunday, May 11, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM. SER site: Heron Haven Meeting Location: grassy area.

Dr. Benjamin Dittbrenner Teaching Demonstration | SEFS Candidate, Teaching Assistant Professor in Environmental and Forest Sciences

Dear SEFS community, SEFS is in the process of hiring a new Assistant Teaching Professor to support both our service and core undergraduate courses, and upper division and graduate courses in the broad area of forest management. We are at the stage of the process where we are inviting the final four candidates for on-campus interviews, which will include meetings with the SEFS community, a public teaching demonstration, and a public chalk talk on their teaching philosophy and pedagogy. On behalf of the search committee, I would like to encourage you to attend as many of the scheduled public presentations with the candidates as you can. We are particularly interested in student feedback given the nature of this position. Contact: pctobin@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: sefsevents@uw.edu. Tuesday, May 13, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. WFS 021.

SEFS Faculty Meeting (11:30am - 12:30pm)

Contact: Mary Keyes: mkeyes2@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: Mary Keyes: mkeyes2@uw.edu. Tuesday, May 13, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Winkenwerder 105.

SEFS Social

SEFS Socials are back! After a nine month hiatus, we’re excited to bring SEFS Socials back to give folks the chance to step out of the classroom, laboratory or office and enjoy some light refreshments. Come join us and connect with other faculty, students and staff across our School! Socials will take place on the first floor of Bloedel Hall, in the foyer, every other week throughout Spring Quarter 2025. Social Schedule Wednesday, April 16 | 10 – 11a.m. | Bloedel Hall (first floor hallway) Thursday, May 1 | 3 – 4p.m. | Bloedel Hall (first floor hallway) Wednesday May 14 | 10 – 11a.m. | Bloedel Hall (first floor hallway) In replacement of the last social join us at SEFS Year-End Celebration on Wednesday, May 28th! Details to be posted soon. Contact: sefsevents@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: sefsevents@uw.edu. Wednesday, May 14, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Bloedel Hall (first floor foyer/hallway).

Dr. Benjamin Dittbrenner Chalk Talk | SEFS Candidate, Teaching Assistant Professor in Environmental and Forest Sciences

Dear SEFS community, SEFS is in the process of hiring a new Assistant Teaching Professor to support both our service and core undergraduate courses, and upper division and graduate courses in the broad area of forest management. We are at the stage of the process where we are inviting the final four candidates for on-campus interviews, which will include meetings with the SEFS community, a public teaching demonstration, and a public chalk talk on their teaching philosophy and pedagogy. On behalf of the search committee, I would like to encourage you to attend as many of the scheduled public presentations with the candidates as you can. We are particularly interested in student feedback given the nature of this position. Contact: pctobin@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: sefsevents@uw.edu. Wednesday, May 14, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. WFS 021.

Tikvah's Garden WORK PARTY - Society for Ecological Restoration (open to UW student body)

Do you like working outside and getting your hands dirty? Join us at our next work party! Our mission is to bring together students at the University of Washington with a common interest in the science and practice of ecological restoration, and a common goal to restore and sustain the biodiversity of our beautiful campus. Learn more about SER UW here  SER UW Site Map here Tikvah's Garden site (meet at the Fishery Science Building - FSB) Bring water and dress for the weather! Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Thursday, May 15, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. SER Site: Tikvah's Garden Meeting Location: Fishery Science Building (FSB). For more info visit sites.uw.edu.

Forest Bathing (in-person)

Cost: $25 Advance registration required. Join UW Botanic Gardens and Cascadia Forest Therapy for a unique forest bathing opportunity in the Washington Park Arboretum. Forest bathing (or shinrin-yoku) has been popular in Japan for decades and is gaining momentum in the US. The practice encourages you to move in nature at a slower pace and take in the atmosphere around you. Multiple scientific studies have shown that the practice lowers stress and blood pressure levels, while increasing immune system functioning, making you more resilient to diseases and illness. During this class the guide, in partnership with the forest, will offer an evolving series of invitations crafted to help participants slow down and open their senses. The opening of one’s senses encourages mindfulness, which readies the heart and mind to be fully present in the natural world. Come discover the medicine of being in the forest. Accessibility: These sessions are slow-paced and generally cover less than a mile of trail. Trails are not… Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Washington Park Arboretum (LNDMK-8). Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_fe1b8f2810db. Saturday, May 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

Yesler Swamp WORK PARTY - Society for Ecological Restoration (open to UW student body)

Do you like working outside and getting your hands dirty? Join us at our next work party! Our mission is to bring together students at the University of Washington with a common interest in the science and practice of ecological restoration, and a common goal to restore and sustain the biodiversity of our beautiful campus. Learn more about SER UW here  SER UW Site Map here, Yesler Swamp site (meet at the CUH toolshed) Bring water and dress for the weather! Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Saturday, May 17, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. SER site: Yesler Swamp Meeting Location: Center for Urban Horticulture (CUH) toolshed.

Heron Haven WORK PARTY - Society for Ecological Restoration (open to UW student body)

Do you like working outside and getting your hands dirty? Join us at our next work party! Our mission is to bring together students at the University of Washington with a common interest in the science and practice of ecological restoration, and a common goal to restore and sustain the biodiversity of our beautiful campus. Learn more about SER UW here  SER UW Site Map here, Heron Haven site (meet in the grassy area) Bring water and dress for the weather! Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Sunday, May 18, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM. SER site: Heron Haven Meeting Location: grassy area.

Urban Foraging: Weeds & Wild Foods (in-person)

Cost: $45 Financial aid slots available on a first-come, first-serve basis, REGISTER ONLINE Participate in this 'weed walk' and learn how to identify and gather some of the most common edible weeds and wild foods available in your garden and in other disturbed areas. Many gardeners are already recognizing many of the benefits of these 'interlopers.' However, when it comes to serving them up in the kitchen, few of us have learned to take full advantage of these labor-free gifts. This hands-on workshop at Discovery Park includes discussion on gathering ethics, local rules and regulations, safety, and general information about how to cook with weeds. Attendees receive a handy take-home flier with field identification information and cooking tips. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Presenter: Melany Vorass Herrera. Contact Information: urbhort@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_3bd517d35489. Sunday, May 18, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Discovery Park, North Parking Lot. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

SEFS Faculty Meeting (11:30am - 12:30pm)

Contact: Mary Keyes: mkeyes2@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: Mary Keyes: mkeyes2@uw.edu. Tuesday, May 20, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Winkenwerder 105.

Tikvah's Garden WORK PARTY - Society for Ecological Restoration (open to UW student body)

Do you like working outside and getting your hands dirty? Join us at our next work party! Our mission is to bring together students at the University of Washington with a common interest in the science and practice of ecological restoration, and a common goal to restore and sustain the biodiversity of our beautiful campus. Learn more about SER UW here  SER UW Site Map here Tikvah's Garden site (meet at the Fishery Science Building - FSB) Bring water and dress for the weather! Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Thursday, May 22, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. SER Site: Tikvah's Garden Meeting Location: Fishery Science Building (FSB). For more info visit sites.uw.edu.

Burke Gilman WORK PARTY - Society for Ecological Restoration (open to UW student body)

Do you like working outside and getting your hands dirty? Join us at our next work party! Our mission is to bring together students at the University of Washington with a common interest in the science and practice of ecological restoration, and a common goal to restore and sustain the biodiversity of our beautiful campus. Learn more about SER UW here  SER UW Site Map here, Burke-Gilman site (meet at the path to Pacific Pl) Bring water and dress for the weather! Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Thursday, May 22, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM. SER Site: Burke Gilman Meeting Location: path to Pacific Place. For more info visit sites.uw.edu.

SEFS Lecture | Amir Sheikh "The Waterlines Project"

The Waterlines Project aims to contextualize our relationship between history and place to better inform contemporary environmental decision making, urban planning, and our collective sense of stewardship of our landscapes. These exercises integrate several streams of research, disciplinary methods, and community-based approaches bringing together environmental science, cultural understandings, and archival sources with spatial methodologies, artistic design practices, and informed imaginings. This conversation will help contextualize our collective Seattle-based work, while examining the past to inform strategies forward into our shared future. This conversation will cover: Methods & Grounding, Methods around landscape history & historical ecology: how do we know what we know, and an overview of Seattle’s environmental history from deep time to present and how this history influences how our landscape functions today. , Environmental & social justice considerations: how certain ways of knowing,… Contact: shs89@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: sefsevents@uw.edu. Thursday, May 22, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:20 PM. Winkenwerder 201.

Painting Spring Florals and Pollinators in Mixed Media

Cost: $66, advance registration required Financial aid slots available on a first-come, first-served basis, REGISTER ONLINE Come and paint colorful Spring season florals and sweet garden pollinators in this fun and immersive painting workshop, taking inspiration from the lovely views of the UW Botanic Gardens. Learn how to simplify shapes, use color theory concepts, and create a mixed media painting that looks fresh and joyful. We will be exploring art mediums such as watercolors, acrylic inks along with techniques in mark making, mixed media layering and paper collage. Various art techniques in underpainting and composition basics will be shared. No prior painting experience is needed as this workshop is suitable for all levels. All supplies will be provided.Rohini Mathur is an award-winning floral painter who loves to create vivid florals and botanical paintings full of joy, energy and life. She is also a Public artist with art installations at City of Bellevue, SeaTac and Issaquah. Rohini works as an… Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Presenter: Rohini Mathur. Contact Information: urbhort@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_7ca41297d279. Thursday, May 22, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Douglas Classroom, Center for Urban Horticulture. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

Yesler Swamp WORK PARTY - Society for Ecological Restoration (open to UW student body)

Do you like working outside and getting your hands dirty? Join us at our next work party! Our mission is to bring together students at the University of Washington with a common interest in the science and practice of ecological restoration, and a common goal to restore and sustain the biodiversity of our beautiful campus. Learn more about SER UW here  SER UW Site Map here, Yesler Swamp site (meet at the CUH toolshed) Bring water and dress for the weather! Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Saturday, May 24, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. SER site: Yesler Swamp Meeting Location: Center for Urban Horticulture (CUH) toolshed.

Heron Haven WORK PARTY - Society for Ecological Restoration (open to UW student body)

Do you like working outside and getting your hands dirty? Join us at our next work party! Our mission is to bring together students at the University of Washington with a common interest in the science and practice of ecological restoration, and a common goal to restore and sustain the biodiversity of our beautiful campus. Learn more about SER UW here  SER UW Site Map here, Heron Haven site (meet in the grassy area) Bring water and dress for the weather! Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Sunday, May 25, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM. SER site: Heron Haven Meeting Location: grassy area.

SEFS Faculty Meeting (11:30am - 12:30pm)

Contact: Mary Keyes: mkeyes2@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: Mary Keyes: mkeyes2@uw.edu. Tuesday, May 27, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Winkenwerder 105.

SEFS Year-End Awards Ceremony + Pizza Party

, RSVP + Nomination form here This event is being held for the SEFS community including students, faculty, staff, emeritus, adjunct and affiliates. Contact: sefsevents@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: sefsevents@uw.edu. Wednesday, May 28, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. SEFS / Anderson Hall Courtyard.

Tikvah's Garden WORK PARTY - Society for Ecological Restoration (open to UW student body)

Do you like working outside and getting your hands dirty? Join us at our next work party! Our mission is to bring together students at the University of Washington with a common interest in the science and practice of ecological restoration, and a common goal to restore and sustain the biodiversity of our beautiful campus. Learn more about SER UW here  SER UW Site Map here Tikvah's Garden site (meet at the Fishery Science Building - FSB) Bring water and dress for the weather! Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Thursday, May 29, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. SER Site: Tikvah's Garden Meeting Location: Fishery Science Building (FSB). For more info visit sites.uw.edu.

Yesler Swamp WORK PARTY - Society for Ecological Restoration (open to UW student body)

Do you like working outside and getting your hands dirty? Join us at our next work party! Our mission is to bring together students at the University of Washington with a common interest in the science and practice of ecological restoration, and a common goal to restore and sustain the biodiversity of our beautiful campus. Learn more about SER UW here  SER UW Site Map here, Yesler Swamp site (meet at the CUH toolshed) Bring water and dress for the weather! Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Saturday, May 31, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. SER site: Yesler Swamp Meeting Location: Center for Urban Horticulture (CUH) toolshed.

Heron Haven WORK PARTY - Society for Ecological Restoration (open to UW student body)

Do you like working outside and getting your hands dirty? Join us at our next work party! Our mission is to bring together students at the University of Washington with a common interest in the science and practice of ecological restoration, and a common goal to restore and sustain the biodiversity of our beautiful campus. Learn more about SER UW here  SER UW Site Map here, Heron Haven site (meet in the grassy area) Bring water and dress for the weather! Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Sunday, June 1, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM. SER site: Heron Haven Meeting Location: grassy area.

SEFS Faculty Meeting (11:30am - 12:30pm)

Contact: Mary Keyes: mkeyes2@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: Mary Keyes: mkeyes2@uw.edu. Tuesday, June 3, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Winkenwerder 105.

2024-25 Fish & Wildlife Seminar - Reflections on timelapse cameras for snow monitoring: When machine learning is helpful (and not helpful) for ecology

This seminar will be presented by Katie Breen, PhD Student, University of Washington TOPIC: Reflections on timelapse cameras for snow monitoring: When machine learning is helpful (and not helpful) for ecology. Contact: amcintur@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: sefsevents@uw.edu. Tuesday, June 3, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. ZOOM - https://washington.zoom.us/j/4432362511. For more info visit washington.zoom.us.

Tikvah's Garden WORK PARTY - Society for Ecological Restoration (open to UW student body)

Do you like working outside and getting your hands dirty? Join us at our next work party! Our mission is to bring together students at the University of Washington with a common interest in the science and practice of ecological restoration, and a common goal to restore and sustain the biodiversity of our beautiful campus. Learn more about SER UW here  SER UW Site Map here Tikvah's Garden site (meet at the Fishery Science Building - FSB) Bring water and dress for the weather! Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Thursday, June 5, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. SER Site: Tikvah's Garden Meeting Location: Fishery Science Building (FSB). For more info visit sites.uw.edu.

Free 1st Thursday Public Tour

UW Botanic Gardens is committed to enriching the lives of all community members with free public tours.  Please note our tours are for individual participants not organized groups. If you wish to have a group tour, please explore your options at botanicgardens.uw.edu.   To ensure a positive tour experience and the safety of our visitors, our tours are now capped at 50 attendees on a first come first serve basis. Our June tour will focus on our Pacific Connections Garden which features cultivars and native plants from our region as well as Chile, China, New Zealand and Australia.  Because this garden is at the south end of the Arboretum - please note: we will be meeting at the Japanese Garden Parking lot for this tour. Our 1st Thursday public tours are casual walks through various areas of the 230 acre Washington Park Arboretum.  Walks feature seasonal themes, collections plants, explorations of botany, and the history of our organization.    To join the walk, meet us at south end of the Japanese Garden par… Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: cmn23@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Age Range: Teens. Adults. Presenter: UW Botanic Garden Tour Docents. Contact Information: Catherine Nelson at cmn23@uw.edu. Event sponsors: UW Botanic Gardens Adult Education Catherine Nelson cmn23@uw.edu. Thursday, June 5, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM. Washington Park Arboretum Graham Visitors Center 2300 Arboretum Dr E, Seattle. For more info visit botanicgardens.uw.edu.

Burke Gilman WORK PARTY - Society for Ecological Restoration (open to UW student body)

Do you like working outside and getting your hands dirty? Join us at our next work party! Our mission is to bring together students at the University of Washington with a common interest in the science and practice of ecological restoration, and a common goal to restore and sustain the biodiversity of our beautiful campus. Learn more about SER UW here  SER UW Site Map here, Burke-Gilman site (meet at the path to Pacific Pl) Bring water and dress for the weather! Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Thursday, June 5, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM. SER Site: Burke Gilman Meeting Location: path to Pacific Place. For more info visit sites.uw.edu.

25th Anniversary Capstone in Ecological Restoration Symposium - you're invited!

We are pleased to invite you to celebrate the accomplishments of the students in the Ecological Restoration Capstone. The multidisciplinary teams of students from the Seattle campus have been working for 9 months to restore damaged ecosystems for community-based partners in the Puget Sound area. Join us to celebrate the completion of their projects and examine the innovative, science-based approaches developed and used by our students. The projects are part of an award-winning capstone program that has involved 1009 students, more than 51 community partners and 184 restoration projects over the past 25 years. RSVP is not required. If you have any questions, please contact the symposium coordinator at sdada2@uw.edu For driving directions and transportation options see: https://botanicgardens.uw.edu/center-for-urban-horticulture/visit/getting-here. Contact: sdada2@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: sefsevents@uw.edu. Thursday, June 5, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Douglas Conservatory, Center for Urban Horticulture 3501 NE 41st Street Seattle, WA 98105. For more info visit botanicgardens.uw.edu.

Yesler Swamp WORK PARTY - Society for Ecological Restoration (open to UW student body)

Do you like working outside and getting your hands dirty? Join us at our next work party! Our mission is to bring together students at the University of Washington with a common interest in the science and practice of ecological restoration, and a common goal to restore and sustain the biodiversity of our beautiful campus. Learn more about SER UW here  SER UW Site Map here, Yesler Swamp site (meet at the CUH toolshed) Bring water and dress for the weather! Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Saturday, June 7, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. SER site: Yesler Swamp Meeting Location: Center for Urban Horticulture (CUH) toolshed.

Heron Haven WORK PARTY - Society for Ecological Restoration (open to UW student body)

Do you like working outside and getting your hands dirty? Join us at our next work party! Our mission is to bring together students at the University of Washington with a common interest in the science and practice of ecological restoration, and a common goal to restore and sustain the biodiversity of our beautiful campus. Learn more about SER UW here  SER UW Site Map here, Heron Haven site (meet in the grassy area) Bring water and dress for the weather! Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Sunday, June 8, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM. SER site: Heron Haven Meeting Location: grassy area.

SEFS Faculty Meeting (11:30am - 12:30pm)

Contact: Mary Keyes: mkeyes2@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: Mary Keyes: mkeyes2@uw.edu. Tuesday, June 10, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Winkenwerder 105.

Botanical Relief Block Printing (in-person)

Class Cost: $80, advanced registration required Financial aid slots available on a first-come, first-served basis REGISTER ONLINE In this class, students will be introduced to the process of relief printing using a technique known as linocut. Using botanical motifs, students will learn the basics of relief design, block cutting and inking, and hand printing techniques. Each student will leave with a series of their own hand printed cards and a block printing supply starter kit to continue printing at home! Location: Douglas Headhouse, Center for Urban Horticulture, Anneke Wilder is an artist and illustrator based in Seattle, WA. Anneke received degrees in Biology and Studio Art, as well as a certificate in Natural Science Illustration from UW. She’s participated in numerous artist residencies at the nexus of art and science and is a contributor to Hyldyr, a publication company that combines art, ecology, and folklore. She draws on her background in the sciences to create detailed watercolors that deal with… Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Center for Urban Horticulture. Campus room: Douglas Headhouse. Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Presenter: Anneke Wilder. Contact Information: annekewilder@gmail.com. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_431cfa3ea96d. Wednesday, June 11, 2025, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

Tikvah's Garden WORK PARTY - Society for Ecological Restoration (open to UW student body)

Do you like working outside and getting your hands dirty? Join us at our next work party! Our mission is to bring together students at the University of Washington with a common interest in the science and practice of ecological restoration, and a common goal to restore and sustain the biodiversity of our beautiful campus. Learn more about SER UW here  SER UW Site Map here Tikvah's Garden site (meet at the Fishery Science Building - FSB) Bring water and dress for the weather! Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Thursday, June 12, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. SER Site: Tikvah's Garden Meeting Location: Fishery Science Building (FSB). For more info visit sites.uw.edu.

Yesler Swamp WORK PARTY - Society for Ecological Restoration (open to UW student body)

Do you like working outside and getting your hands dirty? Join us at our next work party! Our mission is to bring together students at the University of Washington with a common interest in the science and practice of ecological restoration, and a common goal to restore and sustain the biodiversity of our beautiful campus. Learn more about SER UW here  SER UW Site Map here, Yesler Swamp site (meet at the CUH toolshed) Bring water and dress for the weather! Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Saturday, June 14, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. SER site: Yesler Swamp Meeting Location: Center for Urban Horticulture (CUH) toolshed.

Heron Haven WORK PARTY - Society for Ecological Restoration (open to UW student body)

Do you like working outside and getting your hands dirty? Join us at our next work party! Our mission is to bring together students at the University of Washington with a common interest in the science and practice of ecological restoration, and a common goal to restore and sustain the biodiversity of our beautiful campus. Learn more about SER UW here  SER UW Site Map here, Heron Haven site (meet in the grassy area) Bring water and dress for the weather! Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Sunday, June 15, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM. SER site: Heron Haven Meeting Location: grassy area.

Tikvah's Garden WORK PARTY - Society for Ecological Restoration (open to UW student body)

Do you like working outside and getting your hands dirty? Join us at our next work party! Our mission is to bring together students at the University of Washington with a common interest in the science and practice of ecological restoration, and a common goal to restore and sustain the biodiversity of our beautiful campus. Learn more about SER UW here  SER UW Site Map here Tikvah's Garden site (meet at the Fishery Science Building - FSB) Bring water and dress for the weather! Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Thursday, June 19, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. SER Site: Tikvah's Garden Meeting Location: Fishery Science Building (FSB). For more info visit sites.uw.edu.

Burke Gilman WORK PARTY - Society for Ecological Restoration (open to UW student body)

Do you like working outside and getting your hands dirty? Join us at our next work party! Our mission is to bring together students at the University of Washington with a common interest in the science and practice of ecological restoration, and a common goal to restore and sustain the biodiversity of our beautiful campus. Learn more about SER UW here  SER UW Site Map here, Burke-Gilman site (meet at the path to Pacific Pl) Bring water and dress for the weather! Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Thursday, June 19, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM. SER Site: Burke Gilman Meeting Location: path to Pacific Place. For more info visit sites.uw.edu.

Yesler Swamp WORK PARTY - Society for Ecological Restoration (open to UW student body)

Do you like working outside and getting your hands dirty? Join us at our next work party! Our mission is to bring together students at the University of Washington with a common interest in the science and practice of ecological restoration, and a common goal to restore and sustain the biodiversity of our beautiful campus. Learn more about SER UW here  SER UW Site Map here, Yesler Swamp site (meet at the CUH toolshed) Bring water and dress for the weather! Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Saturday, June 21, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. SER site: Yesler Swamp Meeting Location: Center for Urban Horticulture (CUH) toolshed.

Urban Foraging: Weeds & Wild Foods (in-person)

Cost: $45 Financial aid slots available on a first-come, first-serve basis, REGISTER ONLINE Participate in this 'weed walk' and learn how to identify and gather some of the most common edible weeds and wild foods available in your garden and in other disturbed areas. Many gardeners are already recognizing many of the benefits of these 'interlopers.' However, when it comes to serving them up in the kitchen, few of us have learned to take full advantage of these labor-free gifts. This hands-on workshop at Discovery Park includes discussion on gathering ethics, local rules and regulations, safety, and general information about how to cook with weeds. Attendees receive a handy take-home flier with field identification information and cooking tips. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Presenter: Melany Vorass Herrera. Contact Information: urbhort@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_604dea2b90b4. Saturday, June 21, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Discovery Park, North Parking Lot. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

Heron Haven WORK PARTY - Society for Ecological Restoration (open to UW student body)

Do you like working outside and getting your hands dirty? Join us at our next work party! Our mission is to bring together students at the University of Washington with a common interest in the science and practice of ecological restoration, and a common goal to restore and sustain the biodiversity of our beautiful campus. Learn more about SER UW here  SER UW Site Map here, Heron Haven site (meet in the grassy area) Bring water and dress for the weather! Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Sunday, June 22, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM. SER site: Heron Haven Meeting Location: grassy area.

Tikvah's Garden WORK PARTY - Society for Ecological Restoration (open to UW student body)

Do you like working outside and getting your hands dirty? Join us at our next work party! Our mission is to bring together students at the University of Washington with a common interest in the science and practice of ecological restoration, and a common goal to restore and sustain the biodiversity of our beautiful campus. Learn more about SER UW here  SER UW Site Map here Tikvah's Garden site (meet at the Fishery Science Building - FSB) Bring water and dress for the weather! Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Thursday, June 26, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. SER Site: Tikvah's Garden Meeting Location: Fishery Science Building (FSB). For more info visit sites.uw.edu.

Forest Bathing (in-person)

Cost: $25 Advance registration required. Join UW Botanic Gardens and Cascadia Forest Therapy for a unique forest bathing opportunity in the Washington Park Arboretum. Forest bathing (or shinrin-yoku) has been popular in Japan for decades and is gaining momentum in the US. The practice encourages you to move in nature at a slower pace and take in the atmosphere around you. Multiple scientific studies have shown that the practice lowers stress and blood pressure levels, while increasing immune system functioning, making you more resilient to diseases and illness. During this class the guide, in partnership with the forest, will offer an evolving series of invitations crafted to help participants slow down and open their senses. The opening of one’s senses encourages mindfulness, which readies the heart and mind to be fully present in the natural world. Come discover the medicine of being in the forest. Accessibility: These sessions are slow-paced and generally cover less than a mile of trail. Trails are not… Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Washington Park Arboretum (LNDMK-8). Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_4f6de53cfef1. Saturday, June 28, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

Yesler Swamp WORK PARTY - Society for Ecological Restoration (open to UW student body)

Do you like working outside and getting your hands dirty? Join us at our next work party! Our mission is to bring together students at the University of Washington with a common interest in the science and practice of ecological restoration, and a common goal to restore and sustain the biodiversity of our beautiful campus. Learn more about SER UW here  SER UW Site Map here, Yesler Swamp site (meet at the CUH toolshed) Bring water and dress for the weather! Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Saturday, June 28, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. SER site: Yesler Swamp Meeting Location: Center for Urban Horticulture (CUH) toolshed.

Heron Haven WORK PARTY - Society for Ecological Restoration (open to UW student body)

Do you like working outside and getting your hands dirty? Join us at our next work party! Our mission is to bring together students at the University of Washington with a common interest in the science and practice of ecological restoration, and a common goal to restore and sustain the biodiversity of our beautiful campus. Learn more about SER UW here  SER UW Site Map here, Heron Haven site (meet in the grassy area) Bring water and dress for the weather! Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Accessibility Contact: seruw@uw.edu. Sunday, June 29, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM. SER site: Heron Haven Meeting Location: grassy area.

Free 1st Thursday Public Tour

UW Botanic Gardens is committed to enriching the lives of all community members with free public tours.  Please note our tours are for individual participants not organized groups. If you wish to have a group tour, please explore your options at botanicgardens.uw.edu.   To ensure a positive tour experience and the safety of our visitors, our tours are now capped at 50 attendees on a first come first serve basis. Our 1st Thursday public tours are casual walks through various areas of the 230 acre Washington Park Arboretum.  Walks feature seasonal themes, collections plants, explorations of botany, and the history of our organization.    To join the walk, meet us at the Graham Visitors Center, docents will be there to greet and gather visitors. We make every effort to tailor our tours to our audience and most months we are able to offer visitors a choice of a longer or shorter walk depending on their capabilities.  If you have any specific requirements or mobility limitations we will do our best to accommoda… Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: cmn23@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Age Range: Teens. Adults. Presenter: UW Botanic Garden Tour Docents. Contact Information: Catherine Nelson at cmn23@uw.edu. Event sponsors: UW Botanic Gardens Adult Education Catherine Nelson cmn23@uw.edu. Thursday, July 3, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM. Washington Park Arboretum Graham Visitors Center 2300 Arboretum Dr E, Seattle. For more info visit botanicgardens.uw.edu.

Urban Foraging: Weeds & Wild Foods (in-person)

Cost: $45 Financial aid slots available on a first-come, first-serve basis, REGISTER ONLINE Participate in this 'weed walk' and learn how to identify and gather some of the most common edible weeds and wild foods available in your garden and in other disturbed areas. Many gardeners are already recognizing many of the benefits of these 'interlopers.' However, when it comes to serving them up in the kitchen, few of us have learned to take full advantage of these labor-free gifts. This hands-on workshop at Discovery Park includes discussion on gathering ethics, local rules and regulations, safety, and general information about how to cook with weeds. Attendees receive a handy take-home flier with field identification information and cooking tips. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Presenter: Melany Vorass Herrera. Contact Information: urbhort@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_46e8fa0d9fb0. Saturday, July 19, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Discovery Park, North Parking Lot. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

Plein Air Plants (in-person)

Cost: $60 Advance registration required Financial aid rates available on a first-come, first-served basis. REGISTER ONLINE Do you love botanical art? Do you like to spend time outside? Combine the two in this nature journaling class that focuses on plants. In this class you’ll learn techniques to document the experiences you’re seeing in nature, how to improve your observational skills, how to combine pen and watercolor to create your pieces, how to create a pleasing composition, and color relationships. You’ll also learn how to use creative prompts to connect further and deeper with nature. Come create a memory of a place! During inclement weather class will be held under shelter. A simple supply list will be provided with your confirmation email. Robin Bundi is a teacher, artist, and designer living in Seattle, Washington. She loves to explore the natural world and primarily creates work to celebrate the natural world and our connection to it. Robin’s studio practice includes watercolor painting, drawing,… Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Washington Park Arboretum (LNDMK-8). Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Presenter: Robin Bundi. Contact Information: urbhort@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_f22a51169917. Saturday, July 26, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

Forest Bathing (in-person)

Cost: $25 Advance registration required. Join UW Botanic Gardens and Cascadia Forest Therapy for a unique forest bathing opportunity in the Washington Park Arboretum. Forest bathing (or shinrin-yoku) has been popular in Japan for decades and is gaining momentum in the US. The practice encourages you to move in nature at a slower pace and take in the atmosphere around you. Multiple scientific studies have shown that the practice lowers stress and blood pressure levels, while increasing immune system functioning, making you more resilient to diseases and illness. During this class the guide, in partnership with the forest, will offer an evolving series of invitations crafted to help participants slow down and open their senses. The opening of one’s senses encourages mindfulness, which readies the heart and mind to be fully present in the natural world. Come discover the medicine of being in the forest. Accessibility: These sessions are slow-paced and generally cover less than a mile of trail. Trails are not… Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Washington Park Arboretum (LNDMK-8). Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_5644a52d3767. Saturday, July 26, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.