Become a Salish Sea Steward

Do you love our Skagit County bays and beaches?  Do you love science and learning about the Salish Sea and all the critters and plants that live here? Do you want to make a difference protecting and restoring these wonders?

 Then We Are The Program for YOU!

The Salish Sea Stewards Program offers 40 hours of FREE citizen science training taught by local experts. No experience necessary! In return, participants pledge to commit 40 hours of volunteer service in 1 year. 

Learn from many local experts on a variety of topics impacting the Salish Sea including intertidal habitats, forage fish, climate change, marine mammals, coastal processes, and more!  The training includes lectures and hands-on fieldwork. Meet new friends and learn about the different volunteer opportunities to help make a difference in Skagit County.

Although training started March 10th, its not too late to sign up! We had to postpone the other classes through March 31 due to COVID-19 health concerns.  Starting April 7, the lectures will be offered online with Zoom video conferencing.  The field training will be offered in the late spring or summer after it is determined it is safe to do so.   

Click here for an application

Questions? Contact:  salishseastewards@gmail.com

 The original 2020 training schedule is available here.  The revised schedule will be available soon, so stay tuned!

 

For more information about the program and past training curriculum click here. 

  

SALISH SEA STEWARDS SUPPORT TEAM HELP WANTED!

We are currently seeking volunteers to provide oversight, advice, and help with the ongoing coordination of the Salish Sea Stewards program. Join existing group of experienced team members.

Please e-mail Salishseastewards@gmail.com if you would like to help.