A World Awakened to the Wonders of Nature

Creating transformative nature experiences through community science, research and education for the benefit of our island and the Salish Sea.

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Vashon Nature Center offers people the opportunity to connect with nature and one another while experiencing the wonders of being in the natural world. Our roots are deep and our wings are wide! Locally, our projects benefit our islands and help weave nature into the daily life of our community.

Our projects also plug into region-wide issues and partnerships to help create large-scale positive cultural and environmental change throughout the entire Salish Sea. Come outside with us!

Airport RAP

by Mary Bruno | June 22, 2023 | blog | 1 Comment

This guest blog article is part of a series that addresses local water quality topics written by Mary Bruno, Vashon Groundwater Protection Committee member. Did you know that the Vashon Municipal Airport is its own “Municipality”? Yeah, neither did I. This official...

The Water Tester

by Mary Bruno | May 4, 2023 | blog | 1 Comment

Kevin Wanamaker is filling the water-testing vacuum left behind after local well expert Bob Seibold retired. Credit: Mary Bruno Like most well owners, they hadn’t tested their drinking water in years. They’d been meaning to get one of those home-testing...

Local Shark Death Mystery

by Bianca Perla | March 31, 2023 | blog | 2 Comments

The mystery began on January 17 when Vashon Nature Center received an email about a large skeleton found on the beach at Maury Island Marine Park. The beachcombers reported it was picked clean and looked to be made of cartilage, not bone. It was several feet long and...

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Our work would not be possible without generous support from our partners. They help us build community around nature and we love being part of this amazing team. Thank you!