nature exploration,
fun activities,
arts and crafts,
stargazing,
and MORE!
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KEEN G.O. is an engaging, hands-on opportunity for families and folks of all ages to get outside throughout the year, explore our local natural spaces, and learn about the plants and animals that call them home!
KEEN G.O. (Get Outside) is an engaging, hands-on opportunity for families and individuals of all ages to explore the outdoors, discover local natural spaces, and learn about the diverse plants and animals that inhabit them. Offered throughout the year, KEEN G.O. provides fun, accessible nature exploration activities like arts and crafts, guided nature walks, stargazing nights, and more! Each event is designed to encourage a love for the outdoors, foster environmental stewardship, and create lasting memories in nature. Whether you’re new to outdoor adventures or a seasoned explorer, KEEN G.O. offers something for everyone. Join us and experience the beauty and wonders of our natural world!
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Participants get a KEEN backpack and a chance to win a pair of binoculars each G.O. event! RSVP to save your spots and join the KEEN get outside nature challenge!
Upcoming KEEN G.O. Events
a winter walk
JAN 12 | 10AM-12PM | @YCIC
Winter at the Yakima Canyon Interpretive Center still has some fun discoveries! Meet coniferous trees, find the paths that animals take in winter, enjoy some fresh air in brisk weather. Participation by donation.
FEB 9 | 10am-12pm | @YCIC
Depending on winter weather, February can start showing signs of spring popping through in our region. We'll walk the paths at YCIC (about 2 miles) and look for early signs of spring together.
MAR 9 | 10AM-12PM | @YCIC
Take a walk at YCIC and learn about the importance of riparian areas. We'll chat about the pond and Cherry/Wilson Creek that borders the property. We'll also get a glimpse into the groundwater influences at YCIC.
APR 13 | 10am-12pm | @YCIC
Spring wildflowers are a special treat for those of us who are challenged by the winter blues! We'll walk around YCIC (about 2 miles), and look for wildflowers popping up through the thawing soil. Color will abound!
