Join conservation photographer Dave Showalter for a unique in person event—an epic visual journey through the vast Colorado River watershed. Dave Showalter's new book, Living River: The Promise of the Mighty Colorado (from Braided River) paints a galvanizing picture of the living Colorado River and the challenges it faces, and will inspire people of all walks of life to cherish and protect the life, beauty, and resilience of this dynamic life force.

Book Launch: In the Spirit of Right and Respectful Relations Conversations about Indigenous Ways of Knowing and Being in Nature

Event Speakers:

• Jay Julius Xw’tot lhem: Founder and President of Se'Si'Le, book contributor

• Lynda Mapes: Pacific Northwest Journalist, recently retired from the SeattleTimes of 27 years

• John Vechey: Cofounder of ground breaking technology companies, and a board member of Se’Si’Le

• Facilitated by Jeff Renner: Engaged public speaker and consulting Meteorologist in the Pacific Northwest

“Woodpeckers are one of the most remarkable bird species found in the avian world…they are, in many ways, the heartbeat of the forest.” - Paul Bannick

In his upcoming book Woodpecker: A Year in the Life of North American Woodpeckers, acclaimed author and wildlife photographer Paul Bannick shines a spotlight on the ecological importance of this avian keystone species.

Town Hall Seattle

Doors 6:30 | Event 7:30

Drawing from a chapter title in the We Are Puget Sound book: The Human Connection, the virtual event will focus on the integral role salmon play today in tribal religion, culture, and physical sustenance to the Coast Salish people--as well as how newcomers to the region forge a connection with, and learn to protect, salmon.

THE TIME IS NOW if we want to save the endangered southern resident orca whales. Join Seattle Times Journalist Lynda Mapes September 17th, at 6pm PST to learn about the southern resident orca whales and Chinook salmon that are a signature of our region. Lynda will discuss the status of the Southern residents, including updates on the recent birth of new calf by Tahlequah (J35), and share about what's its like covering these two interdependent special--whales and salmon--and their struggle for survival, which Lynda reported on in the award-winning Seattle Times “Hostile Waters” series. REGISTER AT: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ZnHkD0VcTP-whbESC8Nndw

Join award-winning Seattle Times Journalist Lynda Mapes August 13th, at 6pm PST to learn about the southern resident orca whales that are a signature of the Puget Sound and learn how you can get your name in her upcoming book.

On March 25, 7pm, Bainbridge Island Museum of Art’s Momentum Festival in welcoming Mindy Roberts of Washington Environmental Council, a contributing author of We Are Puget Sound: Discovering and Recovering the Salish Sea, a newly published book from Braided River, the conservation imprint of Mountaineers Books.

On March 11, 7pm, Bainbridge Island Museum of Art’s Momentum Festival in welcoming Amy Gulick, the author of The Salmon Way: An Alaska State of Mind, a newly published book from Braided River, the conservation imprint of Mountaineers Books.

What is your relationship with salmon? Author and photographer Amy Gulick posed this question to Alaskans throughout the state, and features the heartfelt stories of the respondents in her new book The Salmon Way: An Alaska State of Mind. Event is free and open to the public. Amy will provide a 45-minute presentation, plus be available for a Q&A and book signing after the event. Her book, The Salmon Way, will be available for purchase.

On March 4th at 7:00 PM, join Bainbridge Island Museum Art and Momentum Festival in welcoming Eric Scigliano, the author of The Big Thaw: Ancient Carbon, Modern Science and A Race to Save the World, a newly published book from Braided River, the conservation imprint of Mountaineers Books. In The Big Thaw, you'll meet scientists and students who have been studying the permafrost and what it contains: a vast store of ancient carbon, more than four times the quantity found in all of today's forests, a ticking carbon bomb releasing carbon dioxide and methane as the permafrost thaws.

On March 4, 5:30pm, join the Alaska State Library in welcoming Amy Gulick, the author of The Salmon Way: An Alaska State of Mind, a newly published book from Braided River in giving a presentation and book signing. Event is free. Amy will give a 45-minute presentation, followed by a Q&A and book signing.

Permafrost–permanently frozen ground that lies under tundra and boreal forests across the Arctic–covers more than 12 percent of the earth’s land.  In The Big Thaw, readers meet scientists and students who have been studying the permafrost and what it contains: a vast store of ancient carbon, more than four times the quantity found in all of today’s forests, a ticking “carbon bomb” releasing carbon dioxide and methane as the permafrost thaws. Braving hordes of mosquitoes, quicksand, and extreme temperatures, the researchers are racing against the clock to educate us about the changes we must make to preserve Earth’s carbon balance.  In this talk, photographer Chris Linder will share behind-the-scenes stories from his eight field seasons photographing scientists at work in Siberia and Alaska.

On February 4th, 7pm, Join Third Place Books in welcoming Eric Scigliano, the author of The Big Thaw: Ancient Carbon, Modern Science and A Race to Save the World, a newly published book from Braided River, the conservation imprint of Mountaineers Books. In The Big Thaw, you'll meet scientists and students who have been studying the permafrost and what it contains: a vast store of ancient carbon, more than four times the quantity found in all of today's forests, a ticking carbon bomb releasing carbon dioxide and methane as the permafrost thaws. 

Join We Are Puget Sound book contributor Mindy Roberts at the Skagit Fisheries Enhancement Group’s annual celebration and reflection as we look back on this last year of habitat surveys, restoration projects, field trips, and salmon monitoring!

Storming the Sound is a conference for environmental educators in the north Puget Sound region, including the counties of Whatcom, Skagit, Snohomish, Island, Jefferson and San Juan. Every January teachers, environmental organizations and students gather in La Conner to share their interest and expertise in environmental education. We Are Puget Sound panel will feature: Brian Walsh, the book’s lead photographer, Darcie Larson, from the Seattle Aquarium, and a special guest TBA.

Join Mindy Roberts for an evening about stories of hope from We Are Puget Sound.

Grit City Think & Drink brings scholars and experts from various disciplines face-to-face with the general public in the comfortable, lively atmosphere at The Swiss Restaurant and Pub. The evening begins with a presentation or lecture which leads to an moderated discussion with the audience. Grit City Think & Drink is free to the public and open to all ages.

On December 11 at 7:00 PM, join Browsers in welcoming Eric Scigliano, the author of The Big Thaw: Ancient Carbon, Modern Science and A Race to Save the World, a newly published book from Braided River, the conservation imprint of Mountaineers Books. In The Big Thaw, you'll meet scientists and students who have been studying the permafrost and what it contains: a vast store of ancient carbon, more than four times the quantity found in all of today's forests, a ticking carbon bomb releasing carbon dioxide and methane as the permafrost thaws.

Join us for a multimedia event on Saturday, December 7 at 4:00 PM, to discover and recover our shared home in the Salish Sea, featuring lead author and Olympia resident David Workman and nature photographer and Olympia resident, Brian Walsh.

Puget Sound is a magnificent and intricate estuary, supporting an abundance of resident and migrating life, notably two iconic, interdependent endangered species: Southern Resident orcas and chinook salmon. Join Patagonia Seattle (downtown) and Braided River for an evening celebrating a new multimedia book and campaign We Are Puget Sound: Discovering and Recovering the Salish Sea to protect and restore Puget Sound. Experience a stunning visual journey through the complex web of marine and terrestrial wildlife, regional economies of fishing and agriculture—and learn how each of us can join in protecting our common home in the Salish Sea.

The release of carbon under the Arctic permafrost would alter Earth’s climate forever. Braving endless hordes of mosquitoes, quicksand, and extreme temperatures, researchers are racing against the clock to educate us all about the changes we must make in order to preserve Earth’s carbon balance. Join us 7pm, November 21st (7pm start time), for a event in partnership with Woods Hole Research Center featuring a dynamic multimedia presentation followed by a panel discussion. 

Join Seattle Public Library for an evening celebrating a new multimedia book and campaign We Are Puget Sound: Discovering and Recovering the Salish Sea to protect and restore Puget Sound. Join book contributors Mindy Roberts from Washington Environmental Council, writer David Workman and photographer Brian Walsh for a stunning visual journey through the complex web of marine and terrestrial wildlife, regional economies of fishing and agriculture, and through the lives of the people who call this place home. Also joining the event will be Sally Brownfield, educational advocate with the Squaxin tribe, and Darcie Larson from the Seattle Aquarium for a panel discussion and Q&A.

In The Big Thaw, readers meet scientists and students who have been studying the permafrost and what it contains: a vast store of ancient carbon, more than four times the quantity found in all of today’s forests, a ticking “carbon bomb” releasing carbon dioxide and methane as the permafrost thaws. Braving hordes of mosquitoes, quicksand, and extreme temperatures, the researchers are racing against the clock to educate us about the changes we must make to preserve Earth’s carbon balance. In this talk, photographer Chris Linder, photographer of The Big Thaw: Ancient Carbon, Modern Science and a Race to Save the World will share behind-the-scenes stories from his eight field seasons photographing scientists at work in Siberia and Alaska.

Join Seattle Public Library for an evening celebrating a new multimedia book and campaign We Are Puget Sound: Discovering and Recovering the Salish Sea to protect and restore Puget Sound. Join book contributors Mindy Roberts from Washington Environmental Council, writer David Workman and photographer Brian Walsh for a stunning visual journey through the complex web of marine and terrestrial wildlife, regional economies of fishing and agriculture, and through the lives of the people who call this place home. Also joining the event will be Sally Brownfield, educational advocate with the Squaxin tribe, and Darcie Larson from the Seattle Aquarium for a panel discussion and Q&A.

Come hear a story that we must listen to, understand, and learn from if we wish to protect the future of this rare rainforest ecosystem and the many species that depend on it as their home. Portland-based conservation organizations Bark, Cascadia Wild, and Portland Audubon proudly unite to co-present the opening event to the 2019-20 Nature Night Speaker Series: Caribou Rainforest with by David Moskowitz.

Amy Gulick is an award-winning nature photographer and writer. She will present a slideshow of images from her new book and share her experiences exploring, documenting, and celebrating the relationships between Alaskans and salmon.

Writer and photographer Amy Gulick, author of The Salmon Way: An Alaska State of Mind (Mountaineers), is a celebration of salmon culture in Alaska, salmon preservation and all the different ways that Alaskan--and by extension Seattle and Pacific Northwestern-- identity, economy and culture is tied to salmon. She has received numerous honors including a Lowell Thomas Award from the Society of American Travel Writers Foundation, the Daniel Housberg Wilderness Image Award from the Alaska Conservation Foundation, and the Voice of the Wild Award from the Alaska Wilderness League. She is also the author of Salmon in the Trees.

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Through breathtaking imagery, Braided River author and National Geographic photographer Florian Schulz takes audiences on a legendary journey into the Arctic kingdom— with a special focus on the Arctic Refuge, one of the world's last great wilderness.

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Through breathtaking imagery, Braided River author and National Geographic photographer Florian Schulz takes audiences on a legendary journey into the Arctic kingdom— with a special focus on the Arctic Refuge, one of the world's last great wilderness.

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Through breathtaking imagery, Braided River author and National Geographic photographer Florian Schulz takes audiences on a legendary journey into the Arctic kingdom— with a special focus on the Arctic Refuge, one of the world's last great wilderness.