Native Plant Identification Workshop
May 21, 2026 @ 3:30PM — 5:00PM Pacific Time (US & Canada) Add to Calendar
NSEA Campus: 3057 E Bakerview Rd Bellingham, WA 98226 Get Directions
Know your home: Come meet the Native Plants of Whatcom County!
In this workshop, you will learn about native plants and why they are important for salmon. You will then go on a scavenger hunt to identify your own plant and share what you’ve learned.
Meet us at NSEA’s campus (3057 E Bakerview Rd, Bellingham) on Thursday, May 21st from 3:30 – 4:30 PM to discover local plant species and how healthy riparian zones support healthy salmon populations. Afterwards, staff will be available from 4:30 – 5 PM for open activity time, Q&A, and further discussion.
Free event! This workshop is geared towards kids & families, but all ages are invited to join us. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to attend.
This event will be hosted outside and includes walking around NSEA's campus in areas such as our native plant nursery, gardens, and forest. Please dress for the weather and wear appropriate walking shoes.