Painting the Shadows: Meet Community Creative Laura Olesen-Berge
Painting the Shadows: Meet Community Creative Laura Olesen-Berge
For watercolor artist Laura Olesen-Berge, inspiration […]
A Landscape Jewel: The Story Behind Bloedel’s Reflection Pool
A Landscape Jewel: The Story Behind Bloedel’s Reflection Pool
–Written by Jane Carlin, Volunteer
Reflection pools have been in the national news recently, […]
August Plant of the Month
August 2026
LATIN NAME: Hydrangea aspera ‘Kawakamii’
COMMON NAME: Rough-leaved hydrangea Kawakami Group
FAMILY: Hydrangeaceae
TYPE: Deciduous shrub
ORIGIN: Taiwan
Follow the Sun: Forest Bathing
Follow the Sun Solstice Walk
Inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin Yoku, a forest therapy or “forest bathing” walk is designed to help you […]
Fall Strolls for Well-Being
Explore the trails as the leaves change…
Strolls for Well-Being is a complimentary, seasonal program at Bloedel Reserve that supports connection to […]
Learn from an Expert: Plein Air Painting
Darrell Anderson, assisted by Gigi Godfrey, will be leading this Plein Air in the Gardens workshop. Darrell is known for his masterful landscapes and […]
Bard at Bloedel: Twelfth Night
Join us for a perfect pairing on a summer's eve: Macbeth at the Sheep Sheds at Bloedel Reserve.
Fungi Walk and Workshop with Joseph Zapotosky
Covert Living: Fungi on Parade Walk
Explore the hidden world of fungi life with Joseph Zapotosky of the Puget […]
Gourdaments with Philip Bloomquist
Up your seasonal decor game with Gourdaments! Join our […]
September Welcome Wednesday
Welcome Wednesday
Join us on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 for Welcome Wednesday, a pay-what-you-wish community day at Bloedel Reserve. All are welcome […]