Native Plant Hike with WA Native Plant Society

Name: Native Plant Hike with WA Native Plant Society
Start: 2026-03-22T09:00:00-07:00
End: 2026-03-22T12:00:00-07:00
Location: Sky Country Trailhead Cougar Mountain

Schedule

Sun Mar 22 2026 at 09:00 am to 12:00 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

Sky Country Trailhead Cougar Mountain | Renton, WA

Join Mary Nakasone of the Washington Native Plant Society and Joel Gartengberg, trail runner and IATC board member, for a relaxed 4-mile hike through Cougar Mountain, featuring about 800 feet of elevation gain. We'll take our time on the trail, making plenty of stops to observe and talk about the local plant life—so it's perfect for curious hikers and nature enthusiasts alike. Expect forested paths, new spring growth emerging, and plenty of opportunities to learn about native species in a beautiful Pacific Northwest setting. All experience levels welcome!
Registration required. Pets allowed. You can check out our Event FAQs on our website.
NOTE: Registered participants are required to print and fill out a WNPS waiver to attend. The group will meet in the parking lot of Sky Country Trailhead.
If the event is full, please select a WAITLIST ticket. We will reach out to waitlisted individuals on a first-come, first-served basis as spots become available.
Trailhead: Sky Country Trailhead. Please meet Joel and Mary in the parking lot.
Distance: 4 miles
Duration: 3 hours
Elevation Gain: 800 ft.
What to Bring: Snacks, lots of water, shoes for the trail, weather appropriate clothing, and sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen)