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The last month on the mountain has seen rapidly changing conditions, heavy snow, road closures & reopenings, and the occasional visit from our old friend, the sun. The good news is that indoors or outside, we've got programs for all occasions. Vacation planning tips for spring and summer, live virtual field trips, and more news about Views and Brews follow in the February edition of Rumblings.
Join our experienced guides on one of many adventures in the Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument. Get up close and personal with one of the fastest-growing glaciers in the United States on the Glacier Overlook Hike. Join a Summit Climb and head to the crater rim for spectacular views. Learn about the rich history of the area on an Eruption Hike. These adventures and more are open for registration, so what are you waiting for?
Views and Brews 2022 Kicks off March 28th with Julie Beeler
Views and Brews returns on March 28th at 6 PM PST. Join MSHI as we welcome Julie Beeler, a long-time friend of the Institute and creator of the Mushroom Color Atlas. Julie will take us on a colorful journey into the world of mycology. Sign up now, and check the Views & Brews page to learn more about our other speakers.
The Mount St. Helens Institute is hiring several seasonal positions, including guides and educators for the 2022 season. Come explore and learn with us in a supportive, fun, and exciting work environment. Detailed job descriptions and application instructions can be found on our website.
Live virtual field trips are underway at Mount St. Helens. These science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) courses take youth on an exciting and educational trip to our favorite volcano. These courses offer many options to suit the specific needs of your class. Busy teachers can run the course as is, but those looking to customize the experience can do so. These courses scale from a classroom environment to small teams, to individuals. How will your students explore Mount St. Helens this year? The choice is yours.
Recommended Lodging Near Mount St. Helens: MapleRidge House
The MapleRidge House is located in Woodland and is a relatively short drive from Climbers Bivouac. The house has a full kitchen, comfortable beds, a lounging area, and a sauna to ease muscle pain after a long day of climbing or hiking.
Did you know Mount St. Helens is one of the best places in Washington to catch a glimpse of our home galaxy, the Milky Way? There is little to no light pollution, so on a clear night, the sky opens up for lucky stargazers.
Check out this interactive light pollution map if you'd like to find the best stargazing spots near you. Just make sure you bundle up!
Mount St. Helens Institute operates under a special use permit from the US Forest Service and is honored to work on the Traditional Cultural Property, ancestral and present-day lands of the Cowlitz Indian Tribe and the Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation.
Mount St. Helens Institute is an equal opportunity provider.
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