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SUMMARY:Fall Strolls for Well-Being (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:Explore the trails as the leaves change…\nStrolls for Well-Being is a complimentary\, seasonal program at Bloedel Reserve that supports connection to nature through a series of 12 self-guided walks. \nWe invite anyone interested in finding new ways to nurture this connection to join the program. New participants receive a guidebook with instruction and inspiration for 12 distinct mindfulness-based walks through the Reserve. Each walk is built around themes such as awareness\, joy\, and gratitude\, and the walks are designed around the distinct garden spaces. \nParticipants become part of a small group that meets three times during the program\, for an orientation\, mid-point check-in\, and closing meeting. The meetings provide an opportunity to hear from others and share experiences. Everyone in the program receives a complimentary 6-month membership to Bloedel Reserve\, which provides timed ticket entrance when booked in advance. \nWHEN \nFall Strolls for Well-Being Program: September 9-November 18\, 2026 \nRegister for one of the two orientation sessions below to join the fall program. \nSept 9\, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM at the Japanese Guest House \nSOLD OUT\nSept 12\, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM at the Japanese Guest House \nSOLD OUT
URL:https://bloedelreserve.org/event/strolls-fall-2026/
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SUMMARY:Community Creatives in Bloom
DESCRIPTION:An Exhibition of the Reserve Through the Seasons\, Expressed by Community Creatives \nOn your next visit to the gardens\, stop into the Residence Living Room to view an exciting exhibit! Our Community Creatives have taken inspiration from the Reserve and put together this stunning exhibition to share what the Reserve means to them. They have spent this year immersed in the gardens\, taking the time to listen and observe and feel deeply what Bloedel Reserve offers. \nWorks by Community Creatives Virginia Hein\, Abbie Birmingham\, Stephanie Tanyengco\, Laura Olesen-Berge\, Katy Gilmore\, and Donna Letterese will be on display. \nJoin us for an Artist Reception on Saturday\, September 26\, 2-4 pm for a chance to meet the artists and mingle.  \nWHERE   \nThis exhibit & artist reception will be in the Residence Living Room  \nWHEN   \nExhibit runs September 15 – November 15. \nArtist Reception September 26\, 2-4 pm \nCOST \nIncluded with admission (free for Members) \nNot a member yet? Join here
URL:https://bloedelreserve.org/event/community-creatives-in-bloom/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261101T170000
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SUMMARY:Squash Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Experience the magic of autumn at Bloedel Reserve. Wander the trails surrounded by brilliant fall color as you join our Annual Squash Hunt. \nPick up a map and search for decorative squash tucked throughout the gardens. Young explorers can grab a Passport from the Arrival Garden. With it in hand\, kids can stop at our new destinations signs along the way and create rubbings of each destination to complete their fall adventure. \nDon’t miss the Sheep Sheds—climb into the hay bales\, pose for fun photos\, and challenge friends to pumpkin tic-tac-toe or checkers. Stop by the Residence to guess the weight of the giant pumpkin. \nJoin us for pumpkin painting during our Fall Harvest Celebration on October 3 (11–4 PM) or Welcome Wednesday October 7 (1–4 PM). \nYour masterpiece will be entered in our Pumpkin Contest—entries will be displayed all month long\, with voting beginning October 8. The winner receives their choice of six guest admission passes or a complimentary Friends & Family Membership. \nAll Squash Hunt activities are included with the price of admission. Timed tickets are recommended. \nWHERE\nPick up your map and passport in the Arrival Garden. \nWHEN\nSept. 29 – Nov. 1 \nTICKETS\nNot a member yet? Join here \n\nThanks to Fat Turnip Farms  @FatTurnipFarms for supplying additional squash for our displays this year! \n\nSponsored by: \n \n 
URL:https://bloedelreserve.org/event/squash-hunt-26/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261104T160000
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SUMMARY:November Welcome Wednesday
DESCRIPTION:Welcome Wednesday\nJoin us on Wednesday\, November 4\, 2026 for Welcome Wednesday\, a pay-what-you-wish community day at Bloedel Reserve. All are welcome to explore our trails and gardens and experience the transformative power of nature. No matter the season\, there’s always something new just around the corner. \nWelcome Wednesday Details: \n\nTimed tickets should be reserved online in advance of your visit to avoid entry delays on busy days\nDonations of any amount may be added to your ticket reservation to help support the mission and operations of Bloedel Reserve\n\nThank you to our monthly sponsor organizations!
URL:https://bloedelreserve.org/event/welcome-wednesday-nov2026/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261104T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261104T120000
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SUMMARY:For the Love of Compost
DESCRIPTION:For the Love of Compost: A Compost Facility Tour with Sean Peterson \nTake a tour of our state-of-the-art Compost Facility with Bloedel Reserve’s compost magician\, Sean Peterson\, to learn about how we manage compost to keep our plants thriving \nWHERE\nMeet at the Arrival Garden (people with accessibility needs may drive up to the facility) \nWHEN\nNov. 4\, 11-12 pm \nCOST\n$10 for Members\n$10 for Non-Members \nTICKETS\nNot a member yet? Join here \n 
URL:https://bloedelreserve.org/event/compost-sean-peterson/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Meditation 11/4
DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness Meditation with Alexa Rosenthal: Nature\, Meditation & Sound\nNature provides the perfect setting for us to connect; to ourselves\, to the earth\, and to each other. Meditation is an invitation to practice compassionate awareness and acceptance of who we are and what is.  Surrounded by the natural beauty of the Bloedel Reserve\, Alexa will lead a mindfulness meditation in the Japanese Guest House incorporating poetry that speaks to the wisdom inherent in nature and sound bowls whose melodic vibrations can contribute to healing and deep relaxation. \nPlease dress comfortably and plan to meditate for at least 30 minutes\, seated in a chair.  \nWHERE   \nThis event is held indoors at the Japanese Guest House   \nWHEN   \nNovember 4\, 11:15-12 PM \nCOST \n$20 Members\n$20 Non-members. On pay-what-you-wish Welcome Wednesdays\, event cost includes admission to the Reserve. Donations for admission are gratefully accepted on Welcome Wednesdays. \nTICKETS\nNot a member yet? Join here
URL:https://bloedelreserve.org/event/mindful-meditation-nov4/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Fungi Walk and Workshop with Joseph Zapotosky
DESCRIPTION:Fungi Walk and Workshop \nExplore the hidden world of fungi life with Joseph Zapotosky of the Puget Sound Mycological Society on a short journey through the Reserve. Uncover secrets and discover the essential roles fungi play in our ecosystem. Learn about cultivation and go home with your own starter pack to grow and harvest. \nWHERE\nMeet at the Arrival Garden \nWHEN\nNov. 11\, 1-3 PM \nCOST\n$35 for Members\n$57 for Non-Members (Includes admission) \nTICKETS\nNot a member yet? Join here
URL:https://bloedelreserve.org/event/nov-fungi-joseph-zapotosky/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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