Old Growth Forest Celebration & Exploration

Event Description

Celebrate and explore one of Priest Lake’s old-growth forests with the Old Growth Forest Network at Hanna Flats. This intimate outdoor experience invites nature lovers of all knowledge levels to walk among the trees, observe the forest, ask questions, share knowledge, and simply be present in this special North Idaho landscape.

Participants will explore the sights, sounds, scents, and textures of the old-growth forest while learning alongside fellow attendees. No previous knowledge or experience is required.

Date
September 22, 2026

Time
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Location
Hanna Flats, Priest Lake
North End of USFS Airstrip on Highway 57
32203 Highway 57
Priest Lake, ID 83856

Event Website
https://www.facebook.com/events/1031292276574357

Event Contact Phone
(208) 883-4998

Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/oldgrowthforestnetwork

Additional Information
This event welcomes anyone interested in nature, forests, conservation, and learning more about Priest Lake’s old-growth landscape.

Directions: Travel north on ID-57 and turn left onto NF-313 at the south end of the Hanna Flats Landing Strip, just after Kalispell Bay Road. Continue approximately one mile and look for event signs on the right.