Annual Study Weekend, Goldendale, Washington

2026 WBA Annual Study Weekend, Goldendale, Washington June 12-14

This year’s conference will be in the Goldendale area where we expect to see butterflies not common in the rest of the state, including the large, black Indra Swallowtail, as well as the Propertius Duskywing and the Gold Hunter’s Hairstreak. Weekend field trips can visit varied habitats, from the steep slopes of the southern Cascades down to the dramatic Columbia Gorge. Forests of the area are a mix of fir, pine, and oak. Grassland covers south-facing slopes and low plateaus. Riparian corridors crisscross throughout, and springs and ponds dot the area. The area also has a variety of other species, including black- tailed deer, western gray squirrels, western pond turtles, and Vaux’s swifts.

To register:
https://reg.planetreg.com/E41621426186383

Monday June 8: Preview of Species with David James on Zoom. You do not need to register for the Study Weekend to attend the Zoom presentation.

Friday evening June 12: 6:30 Meet at The Lodge in Goldendale (210 South Columbus Ave) for camaraderie and light refreshments.

A Study Weekend Favorite - A moth night event with David Droppers will be held at Brooks Memorial State Park, less than a 20 minute drive from Goldendale.
Approximate time 9:00 PM to 11:00 PM.

Saturday June 13: AM Gather for all-day field trip.
Evening: Dinner at The Lodge, and Program TBD

Sunday June 14: AM Gather for half-day field trip.

Note: Lodging and breakfasts/lunches will not be included in registration.

WBA has blocked 15 rooms at a discount at the Quality Inn and Suites in Goldendale. Call them by June 11 at (509) 773-5881 and tell them you’re part of “the butterfly group” to get the discount.

See also the 2026 Conference Edition of the G'Num
https://wabutterflyassoc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-Study-Weekend-Issue.pdf