Get Involved

 

Community involvement is key to the success of Vashon Nature Center.  As a community-driven organization with thriving partnerships, our strength and joy are in connection. All are welcome.

Volunteer

Community Science

Community science is at the heart of all we do at Vashon Nature Center.  We believe involving community members in scientific monitoring and data collection helps remove science from the ivory towers of institutions and universities and puts it right on the dinner tables of our friends and neighbors. Community science volunteers contribute to valuable data collection for the benefit of Vashon-Maury islands and the entire Salish Sea. Sign up to join us on our events page.

Educational Programs

Hands-on science education requires a lot of helping hands. Do you have a background that ties into our programs and an interest working with students? Contact maria@vashonnaturecenter.org to find out about upcoming opportunities.

Maury Island Aquatic Reserve Citizen Stewardship Committee

The Maury Island Aquatic Reserve is one of eight aquatic reserves in the state managed by the Dept. of Natural Resources. The management of each reserve is guided by a local citizen stewardship group (CSC) The Maury Island Aquatic Reserve CSC helps organize beach cleanups, community science projects, the Low Tide Festival, and helps address local concerns as they arise. Vashon Nature Center coordinates this committee and anyone is welcome to join. Contact us if you’d like to help shape how we care for and learn from the Maury Island Aquatic Reserve.

Student Internships

High school students ages 16 and above can apply for our summer marine science internships to develop field research skills, and build connections to career pathways during the next stages of their lives.  Internships are field-based on island shorelines with variable days and times centered around specific tidal heights required for research.  In addition to being part of a research team, time is dedicated to peer networking and other activities guided by group-interest.  

2025 Applications expected to open in January, 2025. 

More information and the links to apply below. 
Email inquiries to maria@vashonnaturecenter.org 

High School Internship Informational Flyer

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Student Application Form

Students, complete this form to apply for a summer internship with Vashon Nature Center.

Apply Here

Parent/Guardian Application Form

Parents/guardians of student applicants must complete this form to finalize your students application process. 

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Blue Darner Dragonfly counted during a BioBlitz.

Scientists in Schools students help process forage fish eggs.

 

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