It’s National Forests Week! Join us in celebrating the importance of our forests and wooded areas.
Intersectional Environmentalism
What is intersectional environmentalism?
An inclusive version of environmentalism that advocates for both the protection of people and the planet. It identifies the ways in which injustices happening to marginalized communities and the earth are interconnected. It brings injustices done to the most vulnerable communities, and the earth, to the forefront and does not minimize or silence social inequality. Intersectional environmentalism advocates for justice for people + the planet.
#RecreateResponsibly to Protect Yourself, Others, and the Outdoors
It's Membership Renewal Time!
Our members are the backbone of our organization. Your support is critical to our mission of protecting and revitalizing our Inland Northwest forests, water, and wildlife – and we need your support now more than ever.
Our annual membership expires July 31st. Please continue your commitment to our mission by renewing your membership for another year.
This year we are taking membership to a new level and offering our members expanded benefits.
Having a Food Garden Feeds You and Pollinators
TLC's Fungi Project Report
By Mike Petersen
The work to reduce the amount of PCB’s (polychlorinated biphenyls) that enter the Spokane River takes many forms. Our innovative Fungi Project has made good progress this year. We are partnering with North Central High School and bioremediation expert, Les Stephens, to use fungi and soil bacteria to break down PCB’s and hydrocarbons found in stormwater sludge (known as vactor waste).
TLC Biochar Program
Washington Wolves Update
Wolves in Northeast Washington are getting in trouble early this year. The Togo Pack injured a calf on June 5, 2020, bringing their total predations to 7 in the last 10 months. Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) can authorize lethal removal when a pack reaches 4 predations in 10 months or 3 in 30 days.
TLC Summer Interns
By Kat Hall
It’s finally summer! Bring on the season of long sunny days, time spent on the lake, and…TLC interns! Truthfully, a few short months ago, in light of the COVID-19 situation, I wasn’t sure we would have the ability to hire interns; and had little insight into how these internships would ultimately be carried out. Fortunately, we’re finding our way and things are looking more promising than expected. We are thrilled to welcome ten amazing individuals to our team!
Weed Pulling Party!
At Reforest Spokane Day in October 2019, hundreds of hard working volunteers planted thousands of native plants, flowers, and trees in downtown Spokane. The corner of 1st & Washington was completely transformed! This site needs our on-going help to thrive. Please join us on July 7th from 6:00 - 8:00 pm to pick weeds and to ensure the plants survive.