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!

The Last Days of Natural Wonder

by Bianca Perla | December 12, 2023 | blog | 4 Comments

Reflecting on our Natural Wonder museum exhibit, closing Jan. 5. Way back in 2018 BC (Before Covid), Kathryn True and I took a field trip to Puget Sound Natural History museum to connect with director Peter Wimberger and curator and VNC Science Advisor, Gary Shugart....

Does Vashon have enough water?

by Mary Bruno | December 5, 2023 | blog | 2 Comments

This guest blog article is part of a series that addresses local water quality topics written by Mary Bruno, Vashon Groundwater Protection Committee Member. That question is bound to hijack any Island conversation about growth, be it building more affordable housing...

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...

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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!