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.
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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
Gather your family on Diablo Lake this summer for multi-generational fun & learning in the North Cascades. Named a "Top Adventurous Family Vacation You Can Afford" by Outside Magazine!
Learning Center Classes & Field Excursions
From one-day natural history excursions to weekend writing & art retreats, our classes connect people of all ages to the Wild Nearby
Wilderness Medical Courses
Medical skills for individuals working or playing in a remote or wilderness settings
Skagit Tours
Take an interpretive boat or walking tour and learn about the fascinating cultural history of the Upper Skagit Valley with the Institute and Seattle City Light
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