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"In September, the U.S. Geological Survey Cascades Volcano Observatory (CVO) and Pacific Northwest Seismic Network (PNSN) located six earthquakes at Mount Adams, ranging from magnitudes 0.9 to 2.0. Typically, earthquakes at this volcano are located at a rate of about 1 earthquake every 2-3 years. With just one seismic station near the volcano, monitoring capabilities are currently limited. CVO and PNSN plan to install temporary seismic stations in the Mount Adams area, which will allow detection of smaller earthquakes and better estimates of size, location, and depth, information necessary to assess the significance of the activity. Currently, there is no indication that the level of earthquake activity is cause for concern, and the alert level and color code for Mount Adams remain at GREEN / NORMAL. CVO and the PNSN will continue to monitor earthquake activity and release further updates as the situation warrants". More

There are only two moments each year when the Sun lies directly above Earth’s equator. These moments are the equinoxes, when, at any location, the lengths of day and night are roughly equal. The March equinox happens sometime between March 19 and 21. The September equinox occurs sometime between September 21 and 24.
In the Northern Hemisphere, the March equinox marks the beginning of Spring and the September equinox the beginning of Fall. The reverse takes place in the Southern Hemisphere.

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...The risk of hitting deer on rural roads and highways is rising, especially around dusk and during a full moon. Deer cause over 1 million motor vehicle accidents in the U.S. each year, resulting in more than US$1 billion in property damage. Read full article

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Sunset is starting earlier - Autumn will be upon us soon

Come enjoy this wonderful fall event that includes Kelley’s BBQ, Tulip Winery, silent and live auctions, raffles and lots of talk about one your favorite outdoor pastimes. The banquet supports chapter conservation activities and events. Come enjoy a great meal with your family and walk away with some prizes!

Address: 1717 S 13th St, Mount Vernon, Washington 98274

Phone: 360-631-4456 

Email: warden156@hotmail.com

Come join the monthly work party at Walker Valley ORV park! The community is in need of volunteers to perform maintenance in the ORV area.This is a great opportunity to give back to the park that so freely gives to our community! 

When: Saturday, October 12th, 2019 at 8:00 am
Address: 18652 Peter Burns Rd, Mount Vernon, Washington 98274

Sign up for a night time excursion into the magical, underwater world of bioluminescence! In the summer months, when the bay begins to heat up from the suns energy, these plankton give us a spectacular light show!
 Explore the nooks and crannies of South Bellingham Bay, and watch plankton at work right under your boat! The bio paddles often sellout quick, so if you are interested, make sure to reserve a spot early! 18+ only, please!
 When: Friday & Saturday, August 30th and 31st, 2019 -  9:00 pm - 12:00 am.
 Address: 555 Harris Ave, Bellingham, WA - Phone: 360-714-8891

Join your host, Larry Korn, for a week long natural farming immersion at Ananda Farm on Camano Island. Vegetarian meals and camping space is provided for the week. Attune to the spirit of Masanobu Fukuoka and natural living as an integrated approach to life and agriculture. Participate in classes, discussion, philosophy, and the hands-on practice of natural farming. The farm currently has around 10 resident-stewards at the farm, alpacas, goats, dogs, cats, chickens, and a few acres of garden-orchards filled with thousands of plants, crawlers, and fliers. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet new friends and learn a TON! Don't miss out on the fun! Cost is $375 – $675 (sliding scale).

RESERVE YOUR SPOT HERE!

When: Saturday, August 31st (2:00-5:00 pm arrival), through Saturday, September 7th, 2019 at 1:00 pm.
Address: 732 Haven Pl, Camano Island - Phone: 360-387-0575

Fall is the time for foliage and the perfect time to give your containers a fresh face! Join Rachel Zeutenhorst, knowledgeable plant expert from T & L, to learn all about how to revamp your containers with festive fall foliage. She'll teach you all about the best plants to combine together for dramatic color and texture to liven up your pots for the fall season. 
This is a wonderful class you won't want to miss that will help you create your very own one-of-a-kind, unique fall containers. This is a FREE class, so be sure to spread the word!

When: Saturday, September 21st, 2019 at 10:00 am
Address: 3915 Sunnyside Boulevard, Marysville, WA - Phone: 425-334-2002