When a group of Snoqualmie Ridge residents started the weekend of May 20th, they had no idea they would be involved in the rescue of an injured Bald Eagle. In a heartwarming display of community effort … [Read more...]
“Go Fish” at the Kids’ Trout Derby in Snoqualmie
May 2, 2023 by
The Annual Kids’ Trout Derby will be on May 6 from daylight to 10 am at the ponds behind the Snoqualmie Police Department, 34825 SE Douglas Street. This rain-or-shine event for kids ages 5 to … [Read more...]
April Showers Bring May Flowers — and Young Wildlife
April 19, 2023 by
The days are getting longer, the temperatures are getting warmer, and flowers are starting to bloom—spring ushers in many new beginnings — including new life for baby animals. This time of year, it’s common … [Read more...]
Celebrate Earth Day & Arbor Day with Events in Snoqualmie and North Bend
April 17, 2023 by
Earth Day and Arbor Day are both environmental observances, but they focus on different aspects of nature and environmental conservation. Earth Day, celebrated annually on April 22, is a global event to … [Read more...]
Counting Wolves in Washington: 2022 Annual Report Shows Growth in Packs and Breeding Pairs
April 12, 2023 by
People generally fall into two groups when it comes to wolves. Those who love them and are happy they’re on the landscape, and those whose livelihood depends on livestock production may not want them … [Read more...]
Spring is Coming Bringing Increased Bear Encounters in the Snoqualmie Valley
March 19, 2023 by
It’s that time of year again when our local black bears emerge from their slumber in search of food after months of not eating. Snoqualmie Ridge resident Jake managed to catch one of the first bears … [Read more...]
Baker a Canine Lost and Found Christmas Miracle? (Part Two)
February 19, 2023 by
On Wednesday the 21st, temperatures were in the low 20s; the Hoefs-Poores got a phone call that Baker had been seen along I-90 and rushed to get out the door. A WSP dispatcher called, asked if the dog was still … [Read more...]
Baker, a Canine Lost and Found Christmas Miracle? (Part One)
February 17, 2023 by
The week before Christmas 2022 was one of the toughest weeks of Becka and Ken Hoefs-Poore's lives. Friday afternoon, December 16th, Becka was doing a training run with their dog Baker from Tollgate … [Read more...]
Save-the-Date: Wildlife Awareness Forum in Snoqualmie
February 9, 2023 by
Join this in-person forum to learn about local wildlife from experts in wildlife biology, waste management, law enforcement, and urban forestry. Children are welcome to attend, and light snacks will … [Read more...]
Snoqualmie Valley Winter Wildlife Survival
January 20, 2023 by
Have you ever noticed less wildlife in the area from October through April? While we can choose to stay inside bundled up by the fire when the weather turns bad, our wild valley animals must find different ways … [Read more...]
Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission Votes to Permanently Eliminate Recreational Spring Bear Hunting
November 23, 2022 by
Earlier this year, Living Snoqualmie published an Op-Ed piece urging the public to comment on a new proposed rule for spring bear hunting which would make the season permanent. On March 19th, the … [Read more...]
Snoqualmie Valley Controversy: Is it Ok to Put Your Dog’s Poop in Someone Else’s Garbage Can?
November 15, 2022 by
‘Poopgate,’ a frequent social media skirmish, is not on the same level as Deflategate, using personal email servers or even a questionable celebrity's 72-hour marriage. However, the ethics of … [Read more...]
Loch Katrine Fire: Daily Update, October 19, 2022
October 19, 2022 by
The Loch Katrine Fire is estimated at 1,777 acres. Yesterday, crews were working in the areas of Sunday Creek and Big Creek to construct control lines along the fire's edge. Tactical firing … [Read more...]
Updated: Snoqualmie Fire Department on the Scene of a Slow-Moving Brush Fire, No Structures Threatened
October 19, 2022 by
UPDATE 11:17 am: Fire is under control and contained. Crews will be working throughout the day to extinguish hidden and spot fires. Please avoid the … [Read more...]
Snoqualmie Valley Wildlife: We Can’t Stop Here, Its Bat Country!
October 15, 2022 by
It’s true, the valley is bat country, but there is little reason to fear, according to a bat expert who spoke at an event for the Snoqualmie Valley Garden Club Tuesday night. If you love … [Read more...]
Footprints Wildlife Rehab Center: A Voice for Animals in The Snoqualmie Valley
September 23, 2022 by
When anyone has a critter need in the Snoqualmie Valley, one woman is inevitably mentioned as the local expert in all things small, wild and furry. Being a massive fan of those three things, I decided I had to … [Read more...]
The Story of Snoqualmie’s Stewie and his Dedicated Local Rescuers
September 15, 2022 by
Labor Day weekend and the days following have been tough for Kate and Chris of Sharkey Farm. On September 5th, three riders from the farm were riding on the Snoqualmie Ridge mixed-use trails when the … [Read more...]
Update: The Death of North Bend’s Princess Ursus Americanus
August 4, 2022 by
Alas, North Bend’s bear with the golden earring and her cubs have been killed. I was going to continue with my fairy tale theme seen in the original story below, but I can’t; this just … [Read more...]
Snoqualmie Valley Wildlife: Nuts about Squirrels in Carnation
July 17, 2022 by
Over the years, I’ve written about almost every mammal that resides in the Snoqualmie Valley, but there is one critter that has long been on my list to write about but until now didn’t make the cut for one … [Read more...]
Help the Upper Snoqualmie Valley Elk Management Group Help Us
June 14, 2022 by
Did you know that in addition to protecting and studying the elk in our area, the Upper Snoqualmie Valley Elk Management Group (USVEMG) also protects and keeps all of us safe? Wildlife fencing was installed … [Read more...]
