Community Events — North Cascades Institute

From the South Sound to the North Cascades, you can connect with the Institute in a neighborhood nearby

Each year, North Cascades Institute hosts and attends a variety of events including educational conferences, author readings, markets, fundraisers, family fairs and more! These community gatherings are an opportunity to say hello in person, learn about our diverse programs, and connect with nature and your neighbors.

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Nature of Writing Speaker Series

Discover your next great read in presentations by authors, artists, poets and naturalists sharing their latest works during our Nature of Writing Speaker Series. Hosted partnership with Village Books in Bellingham and Third Place Books in Seattle, this series explores a broad range of natural and cultural history topics, and nonfiction inspired by Cascadia. By bringing our community together in conversation at these events, we aim to amplify the creative voices promoting lifelong stewardship through better understanding of the natural world.

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Educational Outreach

We believe education is a powerful conservation tool! Our diverse Family and Adult programs help people of all ages explore and understand the natural world, so that they are inspired to protect it. As part of our mission to foster stewardship, we want help communities across western Washington access educational resources and learning opportunities. From educators to lifelong learners, these upcoming events offer everyone the chance to share skills, build connections and foster natural curiosity.

January 23, 2026 | Storming The Sound Conference
January 24-25, 2026 | La Conner Birding Festival
February 8, 2026 | Explore The Outdoors Family Fair

Community Engagement

Like a healthy ecosystem, we all thrive through interconnection. North Cascades Institute works with community members, businesses and local organizations to create spaces for friends and neighbors to come together for a common cause. By joining us for volunteer opportunities, fundraisers, meetups and more, you can help power transformative learning experiences in nature and inspire the generation of environmental stewards.

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If you have questions about upcoming events or want to tell us about a community event in your area, please reach out to outreach@ncascades.org.