Fin to Feather: Naturalist Training Session 7 – Kelp Forests & Shoreline Ecology

Sign up for our newest naturalist course, Fin to Feather, and discover Vashon Island’s diverse habitats from subtidal zones to the treetop canopy! Each session will focus on a unique ecosystem and highlight our role as responsible stewards of the natural world. The course combines in-person experiential field trips with independent readings and activities. It will be led by Vashon Nature Center staff and expert naturalists and scientists from our community and the surrounding region. Teachers can also earn STEM clock hours by participating.

CLASS SEVEN: PUGET SOUND BULL KELP & SHORELINE ECOLOGY

Date: Saturday, July 26th
Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Tuition: $70
Instructors: Bianca Perla & Taylor Umetsu
Location: North end Vashon ferry dock beach

Join Vashon Nature Center staff for a day on the beach. Study kelp beds by kayak, and conduct a beach seine to learn about nearshore fish diversity. Make kelp pickles!