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Lewis Creek Visitor Center 2019 Winter/Spring January-April NATURAL RESOURCE PROGRAMS Lake Hills Greenbelt Ranger Station Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center Natural Resource Division

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Lewis Creek Visitor Center

2019Winter/SpringJanuary-AprilNATURAL RESOURCE PROGRAMSLake Hills Greenbelt Ranger Station

Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center

Natural Resource Division

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Table of Contents

Special Events ..........................................................................1

Local Area Hikes ......................................................................2

Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center ...............5

Lake Hills Greenbelt Ranger Station .....................................8

Lewis Creek Visitor Center ...................................................11

Visitor Centers .......................................................................16

Visitor Center Locations .......................................................17

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Let us know how we’re doing!Bellevue Parks & Community Services wants to know how we can make our environmental education programs better. We invite you to give us feedback about programs you’ve attended and suggestions for future programs. You can do this two ways:

1. Ask for an evaluation card at a visitor’s center that you can fill out on the spot, OR

2. Simply send us an email at [email protected]

Any thoughts you have about our programs are welcome, but we’re specifically wondering;

• Did the program you attended increase your knowledge of the natural world?

• Did the program you attended increase your respect for natural areas?

• What would the ideal length be for a ranger program?

• Do you prefer programs on animals, plants, ecosystems, natural resources, or something else?

• Do you/your family prefer programs outdoors/in parks or indoors with photos and videos?

Thank you for your help in shaping the future of our educational programs!

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Special EventsBELLEVUE’S 2019 SPECIES OF THE YEAREach year, the Bellevue Master Naturalist corps features a native species that is local to our area. The Species of the Year for 2019 is the American Crow.

Look for this crow icon next to program titles in this guide. Join us at all three visitor centers to learn what makes crows so special, and how Bellevue residents can keep up a good relationship with these fascinating birds.

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Local Area HikesRANGER-LED HIKE AT LEWIS CREEK First Saturday of each month, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Sundays, January 5, February 2, March 2, April 6

Join a Bellevue Park Ranger to explore the natural and cultural history of Lewis Creek Park. Look for signs of local wildlife and learn what to do when encountering animals in the wild. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. No pre-registration or RSVP required.

Distance: 1 mile.

Level of Difficulty: Easy (50 feet elevation change)

Meeting Place: Lewis Creek Park Visitor Center, 5808 Lakemont Blvd SE

RANGER-LED HIKE AT LAKEMONT HIGHLANDS OPEN SPACESunday, January 27, 10 am-12 p.m.

Join a Bellevue Park Ranger at the Lewis Creek Visitor Center to explore the Lakemont Highlands Open Space trail system. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. No pre-registration or RSVP required.

Distance: 3.5 miles.

Level of Difficulty: Moderately Difficult (680 feet elevation change)

Meeting Place: Lewis Creek Park Visitor Center, 5808 Lakemont Blvd SE

Info: 425-452-7225 or [email protected]

RANGER-LED HIKE AT LAKEMONT COMMUNITY PARK Sunday, February 10, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m

This lovely trail winds alongside a creek as we ascend and descend throughout the park. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. No pre-registration or RSVP required.

Distance: 2 miles.

Level of Difficulty: Moderately Difficult (700 feet elevation change)

Meeting Place: Lakemont Community Park, 5170 Village Park Dr SE

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RANGER-LED HIKE AT COAL CREEK NATURAL AREASaturday, March 30, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

Explore Coal Creek at the Cinder Mine Trailhead to discover Bellevue’s largest park and get lost in the wilderness while still in the city! This area is rich in history and wildlife you’ll learn about while being guided by a Bellevue Park Ranger. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.

Distance: 2 miles.

Level of Difficulty: Moderately Difficult (240 feet elevation change)

Meeting Place: Cinder Mine Trailhead (Newcastle Golf Club Road, west of Redtown Trailhead)

MERCER SLOUGH RANGER HIKESFamily Ranger Hike

Sundays, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7, 2-3 p.m.

Bring the whole family to join a Ranger on a guided hike through the Mercer Slough Nature Park. This kid-oriented program aims to educate kids and their parents about the Nature Park while discovering the birds and animals that call the Mercer Slough home. The hour-long nature walk ends at the channel bridge in the middle of the park. From there you can continue to further explore the rich diversity the park has to offer.

Distance: 1.5+ miles.

Level of Difficulty: Easy (30 feet elevation change)

Meeting Place: Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center. 1625 118th Ave SE

Registration: RSVP at 425-452-2565 or [email protected]

Mercer Slough Private Group Ranger Walks:Available some Sundays by appointment.

Contact: 425-452-2565 or [email protected]

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LAKE HILLS GREENBELT RANGER WALKSFamily-Friendly Ranger Walks

Saturdays, 2 p.m. January 5, 12, 19, 26 and February 5, 12, 19, 26 March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 and April 6, 13, 27,

Join us Saturdays for an interpretive tour of the Lake Hills Greenbelt. We will depart from the Lake Hills Ranger Station for a 1-hour trek. We will talk about some local history and see native plants and wildlife that calls Bellevue home. As our tour concludes, you may continue on your own as the trail loops Larson Lake park. Bring your friends and family along for this free, weekly hike led by one of your local Bellevue Park Rangers.

Distance: 1 mile.

Level of Difficulty: Very Easy.

Meeting Place: Lake Hills Greenbelt Ranger Station 15416 SE 16th St.

Info: 425-452-7225 or [email protected]

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Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center, 1625 118 Avenue SE

ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTER

Hours: Daily, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Phone: 425-452-2565Email: [email protected]

Overlooking the 320 acre Mercer Slough Nature Park, the Visitor Center offers remarkable view of the forest canopy and swampy wetlands below. Inside, enjoy an interactive library and interpretive displays for adults and

families. Park Rangers provide information and free weekly programs. Pick up trail maps, brochures, and program information today.

ProgramsRANGER PROGRAM: CREATURES BELOW THE SNOWSaturday, January 26, 2-3pm

The surface of the snow-covered ground looks peaceful and serene, what lies beneath is drastically different. Many animals struggle to survive the harsh winter months while others thrive below the snow. Listen to a story about these creatures’ survival strategies with a park Ranger and then enjoy a fun winter craft. Ages: Best for children 5-10 yrs old. Cost: FREE! Pre-registration required: RSVP at 425-452-2565 or [email protected]

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FAMILY MOVIES: A MURDER OF CROWSFriday, February 22, 5-6 p.m.

Although cultures around the world may regard the crow as a scavenger, bad omen, or simply a nuisance, this bad reputation might overshadow what could be regarded as the crow’s most striking characteristic – its intelligence. New research indicates that crows are among the brightest animals in the world. NATURE’s A Murder of Crows brings you these so-called feathered apes, as you have never seen them before. Ages: Best for children 5-10 yrs old. Cost: FREE! Pre-registration required: RSVP at 425-452-2565 or [email protected]

RANGER PROGRAM: BREAKFAST FOR BIRDSSaturday, February 23, 2-3 p.m.

The Mercer Slough provides critical habitat for both residential and migratory birds year-round. Limited resources for these birds during the winter months can make survival challenging. Join us to find out more about our winter birds and what you can do in your own backyard to help them survive tough times. Ages: Best for children 5-10 yrs old. Cost: FREE! Pre-registration required: RSVP at 425-452-2565 or [email protected]

MOVIE: BIG BLUEFriday, March 29, 5-6 p.m.

So much remains a mystery as to how many of the oceans creatures survive. This episode focuses on some of the toughest predators of the ocean. The researches and film crews go to great lengths to give us a rare glimpse into the lives of these survivors. Popcorn provided! Ages: All are welcome but best for 5 yrs and up. Cost: FREE! Registration requested: RSVP 425-452-2565 or [email protected]

RANGER PROGRAM: CAMOUFLAGE CRITTERSSaturday, March 30, 2-3 p.m.

In nature, every advantage increases an animal’s chances of survival. One of the most widespread and varied adaptations is natural camouflage, an animal’s ability to hide itself from predators. Join a park Ranger for some fun activities, crafts, and to discover some of the techniques that animals in the Mercer Slough use to survive. Ages: Best for children 5-10 yrs old. Cost: FREE! Pre-registration required: RSVP at 425-452-2565 or [email protected]

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MOVIE: OUR BLUE PLANETFriday, April 26, 5-6 p.m.

This episode examines the role of human anthropogenic activity on the oceans. Mircroplastics and pollution are an increasing problem for the world’s seas, threatening the lives of marine life and ultimately affecting the ecosystem. Can humans reverse their activity to protect these threatened ecosystems and the wildlife dependent on them? Popcorn provided! Ages: All are welcome but best for 5 yrs and up. Cost: FREE! Registration requested: RSVP 425-452-2565 or [email protected]

RANGER PROGRAM: SPRING INTO NATURESaturday, April 27, 2-3 p.m.

As the seasons change, so does nature. Many creatures big and small are emerging from their long winters nap in search of food and friends. Branches and shrubs are coming to life. Learn more about the plants and animals that indicate the first signs of Spring. Ages: Best for children 5-10 yrs old. Cost: FREE! Pre-registration required: RSVP at 425-452-2565 or [email protected]

Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center is a collaboration between the City of Bellevue and the Pacific Science Center. For information on programs provided by Pacific Science Center, please visit www.pacificsciencecenter.org.

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R A N G E R S T A T I O N

Lake Hills Greenbelt Ranger Station, 15416 SE 16 Street

Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 12-4p.m. Phone: 425-452-7225Email: [email protected]

Surrounded by community farms, gardens, and beautiful wetlands, you will find interpretive displays, trails, environmental program information,

and friendly Park Rangers to answer your questions.

ProgramsWHO’S IN YOUR BACKYARD: COUSIN COYOTE Friday, January 11, 10-11a.m

Have you heard them howling in the evening near your home? Coyotes can easily adapt to an urban setting like Bellevue. Come learn what to do if you come across one of these dog-like creatures in your backyard or in the parks! Ages: All. Registration: RSVP including number of people, children’s ages, and contact required at [email protected] or 425-452-6993 by 4 p.m. the day before.

MOVIE WITH A RANGER: WILD KRATTS: LITTLE HOWLERFriday, January 25, 10-11a.m.

In the episode, Martin finds a wolf pup in his backpack after him and Chris run back to the Tortuga exhausted yet gratified from their recent adventure with wolves. The Kratt brothers retrace their steps in order to find out how the wolf pup ended up in Martin’s backpack and to devise a way to return the wolf pup back to its pack. Enjoy this educational show with a Bellevue park ranger, then we will expand our learning with a wolf program. Ages: All. Registration: RSVP including number of people, children’s ages, and contact required at [email protected] or 425-452-6993 by 4 p.m. the day before.

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MOVIE WITH A RANGER: WILD KRATTS: FALCON CITY Friday, February 8, 10-11a.m.

In this episode, Aviva is working on Peregrine Falcon Discs, when Jimmy Z takes the Wild Kratts to a city, where there are pigeons – a potential prey for peregrine falcons. Enjoy this educational show with a Bellevue park ranger, then we will expand our learning with a program on raptors and other birds of prey. Ages: All.

Registration: RSVP including number of people, children’s ages, and contact required at [email protected] or 425-452-6993 by 4 p.m. the day before.

AN EVERGREEN EVENINGFriday, February 22, 7-8 p.m.

Join us for an evening hike in the Lake Hills Greenbelt. Bring your flashlight and a warm coat as we learn about native Washington trees and listen for creatures that get active in the dark hours! Ages: All. Registration: RSVP including number of people, children’s ages, and contact required at [email protected] or 425-452-6993 by 4 p.m. the day before.

THE MARCH OF THE DOGSFriday, March 8, 10-11 a.m.

Where did dogs come from? What makes them different from coyotes and wolves who live in the wilds? Join us for a short educational walk learning about the origin of dogs. Leashed dogs may absolutely join us for this walk. Ages: All. Registration: RSVP including number of people, children’s ages, and contact required at [email protected] or 425-452-6993 by 4 p.m. the day before.

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WHO’S IN YOUR BACK YARD: A BEARY BIG VISITORFriday, March 22, 10-11a.m.

Bears live in Bellevue?! You bet they do, so come join us for a special bear class with a Bellevue park ranger! We will also discuss how to be safe in bear country, and what to do if you come across of one these big guys! Ages: All. Registration: RSVP including number of people, children’s ages, and contact required at [email protected] or 425-452-6993 by 4pm the day before.

WHAT IS WEATHER?Friday, April 12, 10-11a.m.

The coming of spring brings many changes to Pacific Northwest weather! Come learn from a local Park Ranger what causes changes in weather and come see a demonstration of how to make your very own cloud in a jar! Ages: All. Registration: RSVP including number of people, children’s ages, and contact required at [email protected] or 425-452-6993 by 4 p.m. the day before.

IT’S BLACK AND WHITE WITH CROWS AND SEAGULLS!Friday, April 26, 10-11a.m

These birds can be seen almost every day in the pacific northwest, but how much do you really know about them? Come learn some uncommon facts about two very common birds with a Bellevue park ranger and enjoy a bird craft back at the Ranger Station! Ages: All. Registration: RSVP including number of people, children’s ages, and contact required at [email protected] or 425-452-6993 by 4 p.m. the day before.

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Lewis Creek Visitor Center, 5808 Lakemont Blvd SE

V I S I T O R C E N T E R

Hours: Wednesday - Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m Phone: 425-452-4195Email: [email protected]

This beautiful park offers ample opportunity to wander through forests, meadows, and wetlands. Come inside the Visitor Center to

pick up trail and park maps for the area, attend a Natural Resource program, or simply enjoy the relaxing atmosphere.

ProgramsNIGHT HIKE AT LEWIS CREEK PARKFriday, January 11, 5-6:30 p.m.Friday, February 15, 6-7:30 p.m.Friday, March 15, 7:30-9 p.m.

When the sun sets and the dark of night creeps in, Lewis Creek Park comes alive! Learn about the different nocturnal and crepuscular species that call the park home, and join a park ranger on a hike through the woods after dark! Bring a flashlight or headlamp, as well as good shoes and warm clothes for the journey! Preregistration is required for youth and adult participants at register.bellevuewa.gov. Age: Best for children ages 5+ with accompanying adult(s). Indoor/outdoor program.

LEWIS CREEK STORY TIME: STANGER IN THE WOODS January 4, choose one of two sessions: 11 a.m.-noon OR 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Look, listen, and create during an hour of stories and crafts! Have you ever wondered what a deer is thinking when it spots you in the woods? This month we’ll be reading along from the animal’s point of view as they gather their courage to find out about the mysterious visitor in their midst. Age: Best for ages 3-7 with accompanying adult(s). RSVP required for children and adults by 4 p.m. the day before the program at 425-452-4195 or [email protected]. Indoor program.

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LIVING WITH WILDLIFE: IT’S A MOLE…IT’S A MUSKRAT…NO IT’S MOUNTAIN BEAVERS!Sunday, January 6, 2-3 p.m.

An elusive creature most people don’t even realize exists is wandering around Bellevue, the mountain beaver! Join us as we learn more about our shy neighbors, how they help the environment and how we can keep their homes and teeth out of our gardens. Age: This program is best for adults, but participants ages 13+ are welcome with accompanying adult(s). No pre-registration or RSVP required. Indoor program.

ADULT ENRICHMENT SERIES: HISTORY OF EASTSIDE LOGGING (Presented by the Eastside Heritage Center)

Saturday, January 19, 2-4 p.m.

Did you know that most of the east side of Lake Washington was clear-cut by 1920 or that nearly all of the big trees that we see today are less than 100 years old? (It will take another 400 years for our evergreens to reach ‘maturity’)! Come and see the equipment that evolved from two men working one tree all day with a hand-saw, to sky-line cable operations that could clear a whole Cougar Mountain valley in a single day. Presented in partnership by the Eastside Heritage Center and Bellevue Parks & Community Services. Age: This program is best for adults, but participants ages 13+ are welcome with accompanying adult(s). No pre-registration or RSVP required. Indoor program.

CASCADE CANINES Sunday, January 13, 2:30-3:30 p.m. Sunday, January 20, 2:30-3:30 p.m.Saturday, January 26, 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Did you know that foxes are the only canids to climb trees, or that coyotes tiptoe to be extra sneaky? Discover more about Washington’s furry canines and practice your howl with a park ranger this month. Age: Best for children ages 5-10 with accompanying adult(s). No pre-registration or RSVP required. Indoor/outdoor program.

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LEWIS CREEK STORY TIME: THE GREAT KAPOK TREE February 1, choose one of two sessions: 11 a.m.-noon OR 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Look, listen, and create during an hour of stories and crafts! Learn about the different animals of the Amazon Rainforest as they come together to tell the story of the kapok tree and hopefully save their home. Best for ages 3-7 with accompanying adult(s). RSVP required for children and adults by 4 p.m. the day before the program at 425-452-4195 or [email protected]. Indoor program.

ADULT ENRICHMENT SERIES: WONDEROUS WETLANDS Sunday, February 24, 2-3 p.m.

Have you ever wondered about the different wetlands around Bellevue? Join a park ranger for a presentation about what makes wetlands special before heading outside to visit Lewis Creek’s own marsh. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. This hike’s difficulty is rated as easy (.5 miles). Age: This program is for adults. Preregistration is required for participants at register.bellevuewa.gov. Indoor/outdoor program.

TRACKS, SCRATCH, & SCAT Saturday, February 9, 2:30-3:30 p.m. Sunday, February 17, 2:30-3:30 p.m.Saturday, February 23, 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Animals leave all kinds of clues that tell us which critter has been visiting and what they were up to. Join us as to learn some of Bellevue’s animal signs before we head out to search for prints, feathers and even scat to see what has happening in Lewis Creek Park. Age: Best for children ages 5-10 with accompanying adult(s). RSVP required for children and adults by 4 p.m. the Friday before the program at 425-452-4195 or [email protected]. Indoor/outdoor program.

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LEWIS CREEK STORY TIME: CRAFTY CROWS March 1, choose one of two sessions: 11 a.m.-noon OR 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Join Bellevue Master Naturalists for an hour of stories and crafts featuring the crafty crow. Best for ages 3-7 with accompanying adult(s). RSVP required for children and adults by 4 p.m. the day before the program at 425-452-4195 or [email protected]. Indoor program.

ADULT ENRICHMENT SERIES: COAL MINING AT COUGAR MOUNTAIN (Presented by the Eastside Heritage Center)Saturday, March 23, 2-4 p.m.

This program focuses on 100 years of local coal mining. In 1888, there were 20 mules and 200 men employed here! Exporting coal to San Francisco turned Seattle into a dominant seaport. Learn what is underneath a mountain that is older than Rainier. Presented in partnership by the Eastside Heritage Center and Bellevue Parks & Community Services. Age: This program is best for adults, but participants ages 13+ are welcome with accompanying adult(s). No pre-registration or RSVP required. Indoor program.

HOME IS WHERE YOU LAY YOUR FUZZY HEAD Saturday, March 9, 2:30-3:30 p.m. Sunday, March 17, 2:30-3:30 p.m.Sunday, March 31, 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Animals all over Bellevue come up with creative solutions when it’s time to find a home. Would you like to sleep at night in a spiderweb and moss nest? How about in a house built under a hill of logs, a gravel tunnel home or one made of saliva and chewed plants? We’ll head outside for some inspiration before tapping into some of that creativity ourselves. Age: Best for children ages 5-10 with accompanying adult(s). No pre-registration or RSVP required. Indoor/outdoor program.

LEWIS CREEK STORY TIME: THE LORAXApril 5, choose one of two sessions: 11 a.m.-noon OR 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Look, listen, and create during an hour of stories and crafts! Learn how you too can “speak for the trees” as we read this classic story and learn the basics of environmental stewardship. Age: Best for ages 3-7 with accompanying adult(s). RSVP required for children and adults by 4 p.m. the day before the program at 425-452-4195 or [email protected]. Indoor program.

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ARBOR DAY-EARTH DAY FAMILY FESTIVAL Saturday, April 20, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Bellevue’s annual Arbor Day-Earth Day event, scheduled for Saturday April 20, will be held at Lewis Creek Park. This year’s celebration will also mark the city’s 28th year of being recognized as a Tree City USA community by the Arbor Day Foundation. Local environmental stewardship organizations will host free activities and eco-demonstrations. Plant a tree with your family! Kids can grab an Arbor Day-Earth Day activity passport from a ranger and journey through various eco-stations: Completed passports will be entered into a prize-drawing. At 11:30 am, Bellevue park rangers and elected officials will plant a ceremonial tree and recognize environmental volunteers. Age: All ages. Cost: Free. Pre-registration is not required for the family festival. Info: 425-452-4195.

LIVING WITH WILDLIFE: THERE’S A BEAR IN THE YARD! Saturday, April 27, 2-3 p.m.

Springtime in south Bellevue means roaming bears. Learn all about black bears in our area… including how to prevent conflicts in your neighborhood, and what to do if you see one. Age: This program is best for adults, but participants ages 13+ are welcome with accompanying adult(s). No pre-registration or RSVP required. Indoor program.

BEST BUDS Sunday, April 7, 2:30-3:30 p.m. Sunday, April 28, 2:30-3:30 p.m.

All winter long the trees have been holding onto their buds, but now that spring is here leaves will be opening everywhere! Join a park ranger to discover what’s hiding inside the protected buds, see some that have already opened, and dig deeper into a closed bud. Age: Best for children ages 5-10 with accompanying adult(s).

No pre-registration or RSVP required. Indoor/outdoor program.

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Visitor Centers

Lewis Creek Visitor Center425-452-41955808 Lakemont Blvd SE

Lake Hills Greenbelt Ranger Station425-452-722515416 SE 16 Street (15500 SE 16 Street: Parking Location)

Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center425-452-25651625 118 Avenue SE

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Coordinate System: State Plane, Washington North Zone,NAD83 NSRS2007 (Bellevue)

File Name: V:\pkrm\arcgis\NaturalResourceVisitorLocations.mxd IT DepartmentDate: 1/11/2013

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Mercer SloughEnvironmentalEducation Center

Lake HillsRanger Station

Lewis CreekVisitor Center

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Lewis Creek Visitor Center425-452-41955808 Lakemont Blvd SE

Lake Hills Greenbelt Ranger Station425-452-722515416 SE 16 Street 15500 SE 16 Street: Parking Location

Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center425-452-25651625 118 Avenue SE

Wheelchair accessible. Captioning, American Sign Language (ASL), or language interpreters are available upon request. Please phone at least 48 hours in advance 425-452-6168 (Voice). If you are deaf or hard of hearing, dial 711 (TR). Assisted listening device is available upon request.