Lost towns featured at watershed

One-hundred years ago, the town of Cedar Falls existed just a half-mile from the Cedar River Watershed Education Center. It’s one of the “twilight towns” in the center’s upcoming programs.

One-hundred years ago, the town of Cedar Falls existed just a half-mile from the Cedar River Watershed Education Center. It’s one of the “twilight towns” in the center’s upcoming programs.

Delve into the rich history of Taylor, a town that now lies beneath the forests of the Cedar River Municipal Watershed and was once famous for its clay products., 1 to 3 p.m. Saturdays, Sept. 19 and 26.

Next, Cedar Falls is featured. Immerse yourself in the proud heritage of bringing water and light to the people of Seattle. Founded in 1901, the city-owned town was a vibrant community for decades. See some of the original homes and streetlights that still remain and hear stories of those who lived and worked in Cedar Falls. A naturalist will guide the walking tour, 1 to 3 p.m., Sept. 27 and Oct. 11.

Also coming up:

Adventures in Forest Ecology, Sept. 19; and

Cedar River Salmon Journey, weekends in October.

Visit www.seattle.gov/util/EnvironmentConservation/OurWatersheds/CedarRiverWatershed.CedarRiverEducationCenter/index.htm.