From Our Backyard to Yours
September 2021 — Your “virtual visit” to Bloedel Reserve
Want to learn more about what is happening behind the scenes and around the grounds at Bloedel Reserve? Use the links below to explore Bloedel Reserve from wherever you happen to be. And be sure to check back regularly for new stories throughout the month.
Posted: 09/17/2021
ASICS Celebrates National Relaxation Day at Bloedel Reserve
ASICS visited Bloedel Reserve in August to capture images for their fall shoe campaign. They also featured photos taken at Bloedel Reserve in their social media posts celebrating National Relaxation Day (which was August 15), introducing the beauty of Bloedel Reserve to hundreds of new viewers.
Click the gray arrow in the gallery of images to the right to see all six of the posts.
Posted: 09/03/2021
OPEN LABOR DAY MONDAY
10 AM to 5 PM
Staying in town this Labor Day Weekend? Why not take a day trip to Bainbridge Island? The trails, gardens, forests and water views of Bloedel Reserve are waiting for you. We’re open rain or shine, 10 AM to 5 PM, including Labor Day Monday. There are tickets available every day this weekend. Book your visit here.
Posted: 09/03/2021
HORTICULTURE & DESIGN
What’s Blooming in September
September is the time when leaves are beginning to turn. But there are also plenty of plants blooming too. Here’s our latest guide to the gardens and grounds. Download and print a copy for your next visit.
Posted: 09/03/2021
HORTICULTURE & DESIGN
The Plant of the Month: Monk’s Hood
The September plant pick is a colorful shrub that is not as innocent as it may look. Horticulture team member Sean Petersen explains why you want to be extra careful when you encounter this beauty. To see all of the 2021 plant picks, click here.
Posted: 09/03/2021
PUZZLE ME THIS!
You might call this image a sneak peak of what’s to come when fall truly arrives at Bloedel Reserve. Every season offers something beautiful to behold.
Posted: 09/03/2021
NATURE & WELL-BEING
Register Now for Fall Strolls
Sessions Start, Friday, October 10
Experts agree that taking time for yourself is a vital to your ongoing physical and mental health. Our Strolls for Well-Being program is specifically designed to give you that time. This program of 12 self-guided, themed walks is especially designed to immerse you in nature, while giving you time for relaxation and personal reflection. Even better, the program is FREE!
Fall sessions start on October 10 and there is still time to register. To get all the details and to sign up, click here.
Posted: 09/03/21
THANK YOU FOR YOUR VOTES
Bloedel Reserve Wins
Best Tourist Attraction and Best Wedding Venue
in Best of Bainbridge 2021 Voting
We’re very pleased that the readers of the Bainbridge Island Review (part of the Sound Publishing group) have voted Bloedel Reserve Best Tourist Attraction and Best Wedding Venue 2021. We’re honored to serve the community and grateful for your enthusiasm and ongoing support.
Winners were announced in a special edition of the Bainbridge Island Review on Friday, August 27. You can see the entire list of winners here. (Voting for Best of Kitsap will begin in October. Watch this space for details.)
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