This field trip travels to the Yakima area to walk and hike through the blooms found at Snow Mountain and in the Cowiche Canyon Conservancy areas. Plan for about 6 hours with 1.5 travel time from the Tri-Cities. Bring water, snacks and lunch. Please register as the total number of participants may be limited depending on the number of field trip leaders available.

Meeting Point: To caravan to the trailhead, we’ll meet at the South end of the Richland Fred Meyer Parking Lot (101 Wellsian Way, Richland, WA 99352)

You will receive a confirmation email with any additional instructions for that trip.

Things to Note:

Dates and times for field trips/activities are subject to change depending on weather and access issues. We will always make an effort to contact registered participants regarding any changes.

All participants will need to fill out a WNPS Liability Release form. Folks under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent of legal guardian.

Long pants and closed toed shoes are recommended. Bring water and snacks.

All our activities are volunteer led. As part of the Washington Native Plant Society mission, the chapter hosts field trips and programs about native flora that are open to the membership and to the public. Anyone interested in learning about the plants of the local shrub steppe and the Blue Mountains are welcome to register for field trips and join in on our activities. No special experience or knowledge required!

Interested in becoming a member of our chapter? Learn more about our mission and how to join.