The Methow Conservancy, in Washington State's Methow Valley
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Events

First Tuesday Lectures
The Methow Conservancy sponsors a monthly “First Tuesday Lecture Series”. The lectures provide a forum to learn about the Methow Valley’s natural characteristics and natural resource issues. Generally "First Tuesday" Lectures are held on the first Tuesday of the month. The place varies so please check each event for the location. All First Tuesday Lectures are free and open to everyone. For more information contact Mary at 996-2870 or info@methowconservancy.org


First Tuesday Lectures Coming Up:

Mount Saint Helens

September 7th: Predicting Earthquakes and Volcanic Eruptions: What Can and Can't Now Be Done?, 7:00-8:30pm at the Merc Playhouse in Twisp.  Dr. Stephen Malone of the University of Washington Department of Earth and Space Science will share the nuances of predicting disastrous earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.  What is the current state-of-the-art in making such predictions?  An apparent paradox is that, while volcanic eruptions can often be predicted using earthquake data, there is currently no scientifically valid method of predicting earthquakes, despite claims often made in the popular press.  This talk will cover some successful predictions of volcanic eruptions and compare these to some previous attempts at earthquake prediction.  What is fundamentally different about earthquakes that make them so hard to predict?  What are some promising avenues of research that may lead to success in the future?  Finally, while not true prediction, how could earthquake early warning technology be used today to mitigate some earthquake hazards? Will accurate earthquake forecasting be possible in the near future or will we forever wonder when the next big earthquake will occur? 

October 5th:  The Western Gray Squirrel Project 7:00-8:30pm, location TBA.

November 2nd:  How Rivers Work, 7:00-8:30pm at the Twisp River Pub.

December 7th: Emperor Penguins: Elite Divers of the Bird World, 7:00-8:30pm at the Twisp River Pub.

Other Events

"Protected" by Sue MarracciNow – September 18th:  Weathering Change show at the Confluence Gallery in Twisp, featuring work from Methow Conservancy conservation easements.

September 4th:  “Inspired by the Methow,” reception for the Weathering Change exhibit, 5:00 – 7:00pm at the Confluence Gallery.  The Confluence Gallery and the Methow Conservancy invite you to enjoy a special evening of food, drink and conversation as we celebrate art and our valley’s unique approach to weathering change.  Artists and conservators will speak about their art and the land that inspired it.

September 4th:  Introduction to Wildlife Tracking Class, 9am – 3pm, hosted by the Methow Wilderness School.  $80

Sept 3 - 5th:  Wild & Scenic Film Festival at the North Cascades Institute Learning Center in Diablo. Go for dinner and one evening of films for just $20.  Or, indulge in the whole weekend, with all meals, accommodations and naturalists outings included.  To register or get more information contact the North Cascades Institute. 

September 16th:  Raptor Migration Fieldtrip from 9am-3:30pm Click here for details. Our annual Cider Squeeze is September 25th.

September 25th:  Annual Cider Squeeze and Social, 2:00 – 4:00pm at Dave and Marilyn Sabold's house in Winthrop.  Join us for another entertaining celebration of conservation and the harvest season with an apple cider pressing, great food and conversation. It's free and all are welcome.  Please bring your own jugs for cider, and apples or food if you wish. RSVPs appreciated but not required. Click here for details.

September 25th:  Chelan Ridge Hawk Migration Festival, 8:00am – 4:00pm at Memorial Park in Pateros.  Shop vendors, see live birds, and take a field trip to the Chelan Ridge Raptor Migration Site.  Get more details here.

September 26th: Hawk Migration Festival continues… On Sunday, the North Cascades Basecamp will be hosting a pancake breakfast with an expert speaker, then providing a guide for a field trip to Harts Pass, another excellent place to view migrating raptors. Call 509-996-2334 or see their website www.NorthCascadesBasecamp.com

October 2nd:  Wild Plant Walk, 9am – Noon, hosted by the Methow Wilderness School.  $40.

October 6th:  Annual Methow Mixer, 7:30 - 8:30pm at the Flagship REI store in downtown Seattle (doors open at 6:30!).  Join us at this unique event where we bring the Methow to the Westside for an evening of food, fun and prizes.  Click here for more details.

October 10th: The Story Behind the Pipestone Formation Fieldtrip with Eric Bard. 10:00am – 2:00pm. Learn the story behind the unique Pipestone formations.  Click here for details.

* Our Cancellation and Refund Policy
If you cancel or leave a fee-based course for any reason:
Full refunds will be given if the request is received two weeks or more before the day of the program (class, workshop, fieldtrip, etc.).  If the cancellation is made less than two weeks before the start of the program, the Methow Conservancy will give a full refund only if we are able to fill your spot.  If you cancel 24 hours or less before the start time of the program or after the class has started there will be no refund of the program fee.  Although we rarely need to do so, we reserve the right to cancel a program.  In this case you will receive a full refund.


 
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