Family and Adult Programs
Our suite of Family Getaways, Base Camp Learning and Lodging, art, writing and photography retreats, Skagit Tours, natural history seminars and community events bring new audiences to the public lands of the North Cascades to learn, recreate and be inspired.
Please review our Coronavirus Safety Precautions to learn how we are are working to keep Institute participants and staff safe.
Know your trip dates?
Find a class by date using our Classes and Events Calendar
Base Camp
Stay at the Environmental Learning Center on your own schedule and enjoy guided outdoor learning adventures, comfortable accommodations and delicious, organic meals.
Family Getaways
We are looking ahead to brighter days and hope you'll make plans to join us with your family in Summer 2021 for multi-generational learning fun and great accommodations at our campus on Diablo Lake.
Learning Center, Online and Field Classes
Featuring one-day natural history excursions and watch-when-you-want Zoom presentations on geology, owls, watercolors and other topics.
Online Classes
First offered in response to the pandemic and temporary closure of our Environmental Learning Center and in-person programs, our online classes offer engaging educational experiences you can enjoy from anywhere!
Wilderness Medical Courses
Medical skills for individuals working or playing in a remote or wilderness settings.
Diablo Lake Boat Tours
Hop aboard the Alice Ross IV and enjoy views of snow-clad mountain peaks, islands and waterfalls while hearing stories about the people who have lived and worked in these mountains.
Special Events
Join us for an author reading, art exhibit, natural history presentation or our annual Harvest Dinner to deepen your connection to our special place.