Just in from Camp Long‘s Sheila Brown – the list!

Sunset Owl, Bats and Moths
Ages 1 and older

We’ll look and listen for owls, bats, and moths on a sunset hike. A bat detector will make the bats’ echolocation calls audible. Will juvenile Barred Owls be hissing their “feed me” calls? Please register by July 9 by calling 206-684-7434.

July 10 Sat 8: 30 – 10 p.m.

Course #57657 Activity Fee: $7

Dragonfly, Butterfly and Bumblebee Chase
Ages 1 and older

We will provide nets and bug boxes. The bugs will donate their time. Learn the art of catching bugs from bumblebees (even a three year old can), to butterflies (intermediate) and dragonflies (the most challenging). Participants of all ages can share in the excitement while learning the story of each bug. With some luck we might find a garter snake too? Please register by July 9 by calling 206-684-7434.

July 10 Sat 3 – 5 p.m.
Course #57652 Activity Fee: $7

Pond Exploration
Ages 1 and older

Dipping in Pollywog Pond for all ages! Many Northwest salamanders, backswimmers and dragonfly nymphs live in our pond. Use nets to see what you can catch. We’ll share the excitement and stories of the critters we catch! Please register by July 9 by calling 206-684-7434.

July 10 Sat Noon – 2 p.m.
Course #57647 Activity Fee: $7

Beach Days!
Ages 5 and older

Beach life will be revealed during a low tide. Give yourself a chance to ‘sea’ the diversity of life forms created over millions of years. Bring a healthy lunch to munch after exploring! Please register by July 9 by calling 206-684-7434.

Location: Me-Kwa-Mooks Park (-3.3 tide)

July 11 Sun 10 – 11:30 a.m.
Course #56776 Activity Fee: $7

Beach Scrambles at Low Tide!
Ages 10 and older

Traverse the sandy, gravelly, slippery, rocky terrain between Constellation Park and Lincoln Park’s Lowman Beach, total of three miles one way. This will be a moderately paced hike on a variety of exposed tidal terrain. Bring plenty of water, food, waterproof sturdy shoes, sunscreen and binoculars. A shuttle will take participants back to Charles Richey, Sr. Viewpoint. Meet at Charles Richie Sr. Viewpoint, 63rd Ave. SW and Beach Dr. SW. This park is also known as Constellation Park. Please register by July 10 by calling 206-684-7434.

Location: Richie Viewpoint
July 11 Sun 9 a.m. – Noon
Course #56775 Activity Fee: $5

Third Saturday Free Walks
Ages 1 and older FREE

Deadhorse Canyon – Meet at Lakeridge Park. Why would anyone name a park after a dead horse? When you learn the history of this incredible place you will understand. Wear shoes that can get muddy and bring your binoculars! Find out

how you can help keep this place and advocate for our finned friends, the Coho. Please register by July 16 by calling 206-684-7434.

Location: Lakeridge Park
July 17 Sat 10 a.m. – Noon

Course #56778 FREE

Kayak the Duwamish
Ages 8 and older

Join a bi-monthly community kayak tour with the Duwamish River Clean-up Coalition. Kayaking experience is not necessary. Explore the river to learn about Superfund sites, river history, and community activism. You’ll also see amazing habitat restoration sites and wildlife, including summer nesting ospreys, seals and sea lions, and shore birds. Tours will also provide basic information about how to make a water quality violation report, and how to take simple water quality tests. All gear is included. Youth 18 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Meet at Duwamish Waterway Park, 7900 10th Ave. S. Please register by July 13 by calling 206-684-7434.

Location: Duwamish Waterway Park
July 14 Wed 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Course #56777 Activity Fee: $50

Bike and Bird at the Beach
Ages 8 and older

Meet at Jack Block Park, 2130 Harbor Ave SW. We’ll explore West Seattle’s scenic beach front to identify a variety birds with master birder, Woody Wheeler. This bike-based tour will include short side trips into Jack Block, Alki and Me-Kwa-Mooks parks and a bakery/hot drink stop along the way. We could see up to 30 species of birds while exploring these diverse and scenic parks that feature ecological restorations, and marine and forest ecosystems. Come prepared with bikes, sunglasses, water, sunscreen and binoculars. Families and beginning birders are welcome and we encourage to come along! If you need a bicycle, you can rent one for $July hour at Alki Kayak Tours, 206-953-0237. Please register by July 23 by calling 206-684-7434.

July 24 Sat 7:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Course #56763 Activity Fee: $15

Full Moon Watch
Ages 1 and older

Join a naturalist to watch the full moon rise over the Cascade Mountains. We will perch ourselves at Rotary Viewpoint and use a telescope to view the details on the moon’s surface. Location: Rotary Viewpoint (35th Ave SW & SW Alaska St). Please register by July 24 by calling 206-684-7434.

July 25 Sun 8 – 10 p.m.
Course #57290 Activity Fee: $7

Kayak the Duwamish
Ages 8 and older

Join a bi-monthly community kayak tour with the Duwamish River Clean-up Coalition. Kayaking experience is not necessary. Explore the river to learn about Superfund sites, river history, and community activism. You’ll also see amazing habitat restoration sites and wildlife, including summer nesting ospreys, seals and sea lions, and shore birds. Tours will also provide basic information about how to make a water quality violation report, and how to take simple water quality tests. All gear is included. Youth 18 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Meet at Duwamish Waterway Park, 7900 10th Ave. S. Please register by July 27 by calling 206-684-7434.

Location: Duwamish Waterway Park
July 28 Wed 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Course #56779 Activity Fee: $50

Tot Treks
Ages 2-3

Explore the wonders of nature with your tots. Discover life in the pond, forest, and field and meet new friends. Please arrive 10 minutes early and wear weatherproof clothing. Up to two children can be registered with one adult. No strollers please.

$7 for one adult with one child. $3.50 for each additional person. Please register in advance by calling 206-684-7434.

Tide Pool Treasures
Course #56767 July 13 Tue Noon – 1 p.m.
Location: Me-Kwa-Mooks

Slitherin’ Snakes
Course #56768 July 20 Tue 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Campfire with S’mores
Course #56769 July 27 Tue 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Volunteer!

Third Saturday Work Parties
All Ages FREE

Begin a family legacy at Camp Long by restoring native habitat in the park. It’s a perfect time for restoration and cleanup. Make new friends while you preserve the future for yourselves, your children, and the animals and native plants.

For more information or to reserve your place call 206-684-7434 or 206-423-0762. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Care for a new Native Plantings!
Water, weed and mulch in preparation for a hot summer.
July 17 Sat 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.