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Run for the Woods
Thursday, 04 June 2020
Join KLT for our First Annual “Run for the Woods” ! While we’d originally planned a 5K race at Pine Street Woods, we’ve instead chosen to host a virtual race challenge during the month of July – get outside and move for as many miles as you can during the month, wherever you can! At
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SOLO GoVo
Wednesday, 22 April 2020
Are you looking for ways to serve your community? KLT is excited to introduce “SOLO GoVo” a new initiative to provide individual volunteering opportunities for our community. For each project, we’ll create a video showing you exactly what equipment you’ll need and how to complete the project. You can view all of our projects on
- Published in News, Pine Street Woods, Things To Do, Volunteering, What's Going On
Birch Bark Weaving
Tuesday, 07 April 2020
By Dave Kretzschmar, KLT Education Director This week we will be exploring just one way you can use one of nature’s most wonderful materials, birch bark. The bark of the birch tree has been used for centuries to create variety of items. To further your learning and open your eyes to what is possible try searching for
- Published in Blog, Education, Remote Learning Resources, Things To Do, What's Going On
Kaniksu Adventure Race
Monday, 30 March 2020
By Dave Kretzschmar, KLT Education Director The Kaniksu Adventure Race is a new outdoor experience at Pine Street Woods, with the goal of getting more adults and kids outside. We ask that this activity be done solo or with your family unit, please adhere to the social distancing guidelines in effect. Those wishing to participate
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A message from KLT about COVID-19
Wednesday, 25 March 2020
During this difficult time, KLT has implemented policies to slow the spread of COVID-19, while also ensuring that we can continue to provide vital resources for our community. The KLT office is closed per the statewide stay-at-home order issued March 25, 2020. If you would like to speak with a member of our staff, please
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Coal Burned Bowls
Tuesday, 24 March 2020
By Dave Kretzschmar, KLT Education Director Ever made your own bowl before? It is so easy to reach in the cupboard and take down a store bought bowl for your soup or cereal. Making your own coal burned bowl and eating from it reconnects us to our roots and ancient crafts. Using fire to shape
- Published in Blog, Education, Remote Learning Resources, Things To Do, What's Going On
Spring Awakening: Tapping a Maple and Listening to Birds
Wednesday, 18 March 2020
By Dave Kretzschmar, KLT Education Director There is still snow on the ground, but all around me the signs of spring are slowly making themselves felt. Water is changing from its solid state of ice and snow to drips off the eaves and little streams and rivulets are running everywhere. Across the road, a grassy
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Otters with Dr. Wayne Melquist
Tuesday, 11 February 2020
This event has been postponed – When we have set a new date, it will be posted here, as well as on Facebook. If you do have tickets, they will be held for this later date. Thank you for your understanding! Join KLT, Idaho Conservation League and American Heritage Wildlife Foundation for an educational presentation
- Published in Events, News, Things To Do, What's Going On
Thorell Conservation Project
Friday, 10 January 2020
As January snows quietly blanket the tall pines and alder thickets of their Pack River home, Lenny and Carole Thorell take comfort in the knowledge that their special corner of the world will remain as it is for a very long time. The Thorells recently entered into a voluntary conservation partnership with Kaniksu Land Trust
- Published in Completed Projects, Conservation News, What's Going On
Ermine (or Stoat)
Monday, 02 December 2019
The ermine, which is also known as a stoat or a short-tailed weasel (Mustela erminea) is a member of the family which also includes badgers, otters, ferrets, wolverines and other carnivorous mammals. This animal is referred to as an ermine during the winter when its fur is pure white with a black tipped tail, during
- Published in Critter Corner
Winter Fun Days
Wednesday, 20 November 2019
Looking to get your kids outside over winter break? KLT will be hosting three Winter Fun Days January 2, 3, and 4, from 9:00 -3:00 pm. This is a program for children ages 8-13 We’ll be playing outside in the snow at Pine Street Woods, learning about winter animal activity, how to have fun in
- Published in Education, Events, Program News & Stories, Things To Do, What's Going On
Ruffed Grouse
Friday, 01 November 2019
Ruffed Grouse (Bonasa umbellus) are one of several native species of grouse in Idaho. This medium sized bird generally weighs between 1- 1.5 pounds, with very little size difference between the male and female birds. Ruffed grouse are either grey or brown morph – which describes their general coloring – although both morphs are well
- Published in Critter Corner
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