Northwest Natura in Collaboration with Robby Holmes of Mountainside Nature School.
Saturday December 19th, 2026
11:00am to 3:30pm
Whatcom County (location will likely be ~40 minutes outside of Bellingham)
Exact details TBD. Robby & Jazmen will scout for the best area to take this class in the week prior to the event and notify all registered participants.
Please join naturalists Jazmen Yoder and Robby Holmes for an immersive day of exploration focused on wildlife track and sign and ecological connections between animals, plants, and landscape systems.
This course is designed for nature enthusiasts, aspiring naturalists, and anyone curious about our local ecosystems and seeking to improve their skills in identifying plants and wildlife track and sign.
This will be a fun course with tons of educational content!
Space is limited!
Course highlights:
Introduction to Tracking Techniques:
Learn the fundamentals of tracking including how to read animal signs, tracks, and behaviors. We'll cover essentials for successful tracking in various terrains.
This course is designed as a beginner through advanced tracking course and will be tailored to the individuals present.
Identifying local species:
Gain ecological insight and tracking skills with respect to diverse wildlife of the PNW through field observations and discussions.
Connecting with the ecosystem:
Observe plant-wildlife and fungi-wildlife relationships and see the ecosystem at work. From minute details we can learn what is happening in the bigger picture. Discussions will include points on habitat preservation and native plant conservation.
Identifying Edible and Toxic Species
On this field trip you are welcome to forage edible and medicinal plants and mushrooms if we find them. In midwinter we can expect to find medicinal plants, and maybe a mushroom species or two. You’ll have to come check out the class and see!
What to bring:
Dress for the weather
Snack, lunch, and plenty of water
Extra layers (gloves, hat, etc.)
Water resistant footwear (be prepared to cross shallow streams and puddles)
Foraging basket or canvas/mesh bag.
You may also want to bring:
Notebook and pen (NWN has weatherproof pocket notebooks for sale)
Bear spray
DSLR camera
Your favorite field guide (mushrooms, plants, wildlife)
After signing up:
You will receive a receipt of payment. Registered individuals will receive location details, driving directions, weather forecast details and other info in an event-reminder email 3-4 days prior to the event. Please check your spam folder if you do not receive this email. Reach out if you do not find an email. There have been frequent issues with Gmail not delivering to Hotmail, Live, and MSN email addresses. Email Jazmen with concerns or to get on a waitlist: nwnatura@gmail.com
Have a look at the Refund Policies before you order.
Northwest Natura in Collaboration with Robby Holmes of Mountainside Nature School.
Saturday December 19th, 2026
11:00am to 3:30pm
Whatcom County (location will likely be ~40 minutes outside of Bellingham)
Exact details TBD. Robby & Jazmen will scout for the best area to take this class in the week prior to the event and notify all registered participants.
Please join naturalists Jazmen Yoder and Robby Holmes for an immersive day of exploration focused on wildlife track and sign and ecological connections between animals, plants, and landscape systems.
This course is designed for nature enthusiasts, aspiring naturalists, and anyone curious about our local ecosystems and seeking to improve their skills in identifying plants and wildlife track and sign.
This will be a fun course with tons of educational content!
Space is limited!
Course highlights:
Introduction to Tracking Techniques:
Learn the fundamentals of tracking including how to read animal signs, tracks, and behaviors. We'll cover essentials for successful tracking in various terrains.
This course is designed as a beginner through advanced tracking course and will be tailored to the individuals present.
Identifying local species:
Gain ecological insight and tracking skills with respect to diverse wildlife of the PNW through field observations and discussions.
Connecting with the ecosystem:
Observe plant-wildlife and fungi-wildlife relationships and see the ecosystem at work. From minute details we can learn what is happening in the bigger picture. Discussions will include points on habitat preservation and native plant conservation.
Identifying Edible and Toxic Species
On this field trip you are welcome to forage edible and medicinal plants and mushrooms if we find them. In midwinter we can expect to find medicinal plants, and maybe a mushroom species or two. You’ll have to come check out the class and see!
What to bring:
Dress for the weather
Snack, lunch, and plenty of water
Extra layers (gloves, hat, etc.)
Water resistant footwear (be prepared to cross shallow streams and puddles)
Foraging basket or canvas/mesh bag.
You may also want to bring:
Notebook and pen (NWN has weatherproof pocket notebooks for sale)
Bear spray
DSLR camera
Your favorite field guide (mushrooms, plants, wildlife)
After signing up:
You will receive a receipt of payment. Registered individuals will receive location details, driving directions, weather forecast details and other info in an event-reminder email 3-4 days prior to the event. Please check your spam folder if you do not receive this email. Reach out if you do not find an email. There have been frequent issues with Gmail not delivering to Hotmail, Live, and MSN email addresses. Email Jazmen with concerns or to get on a waitlist: nwnatura@gmail.com
Have a look at the Refund Policies before you order.
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