The 2018 Salish Sea Stewards Training is Now Underway!

The Skagit County Marine Resources Committee proudly welcomes 30 new volunteers participating in the Salish Sea Stewards training this year! 

 

The Skagit County Marine Resources Committee (MRC) in partnership with the Friends of Skagit Beaches, is offering free training for citizens interested in learning about issues impacting our marine waters and shorelines, and getting involved in volunteer activities that make a difference.

Training consists of approximately 40 hours of dynamic lecture-style classes taught by local experts plus 10 hours of customizable hands-on trainings. Participants are expected to contribute at least 50 volunteer hours towards local marine projects. 

Classes are held every Tuesday, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Padilla Bay Reserve, 10441 Bayview-Edison Road, Mount Vernon. Training began March 20 and will continue through May 22, 2018. 

Click here for the 2018 Salish Sea Stewards Volunteer Training Speaker Schedule.

Questions about the program can be directed to Joan Drinkwin, jdrinkwin@nrccorp.com,  360-820-3323.

Check out the Salish Sea Stewards Facebook page here.

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