All events 10am-1pm

• February 25: Native Plant Potting Party, Sedro Woolley: Help prepare new plants for upcoming planting seasons.  From Sedro Woolley, take Hwy 20 east and turn left ontoFruitdale Rd.  About 1/4 mile up, turn right intoCascadesGatewayCenter.  Keep left at the fork, follow driveway around to security office.  Check in with security then continue to greenhouse.  Turn left and follow signs for parking.

• March 3: Planting at Fischer Creek, Concrete: Take Highway 20 east to Concrete; turn right (south) onto Concrete Sauk Valley Rd., cross over Skagit and turn right onto South Skagit Highway;  Drive 5.8 miles west; Site is on right (north) just west of Mill Creek.  You can also access from the west end of theSouth Skagit Highway and Hwy 9 in Sedro Woolley.   SFEG staff can help coordinate carpooling upon request.

• March 10: Planting at Alger Community Center: From I-5, take the Alger exit (#240) and go east; at the stoplight  turn right onto Hwy 99; follow signs to the Community Center on the right.  Site is just south of the flashing light at the Alger bar.  SFEG staff can help coordinate carpooling upon request.

• March 17: Planting at Skagit River, Concrete: Take Highway 20 east to Concrete; turn right (south) onto Concrete Sauk Valley Rd. and cross over Skagit River; bear left and proceed east on Concrete Sauk Valley Rd.; continue 11.5 miles to the site, which will be on the left (north).  It’s 2.5 miles past Upper Finney Creek Road.  SFEG staff can help coordinate carpooling upon request.

• March 24: Planting at Samish River, Bow: 17121 Sam Bell Road, Bow.   The property is located just off ofSR11/Chuckanut Drive.   Heading North onChuckanut Drive take a right ontoSam Bell Road (a left will take you ontoAllen   West Road) just before you cross theSamishRiver.  The property is the first driveway on the left.  A parking area will likely be designated at the junction ofSam Bell Road andChuckanut Dr.  SFEG staff can help coordinate carpooling upon request.

• March 31: Native Plant Potting Party, Sedro Woolley Help prepare new plants for upcoming planting seasons.  See directions from Feb 25 event

• April 21: Earth Day Ivy Pull at Howard Miller Steelhead Park, Rockport: Take Highway 20 to Rockport; Turn right onto Alfred Street, then go about 0.25 miles and turn right into Howard Miller Steelhead Park. Follow signs for parking at the west end of the park. SFEG staff can help coordinate carpooling upon request. **Registration strongly encouraged for this event!!**

Dress for the weather, bring KNEE BOOTS and GLOVES, or feel free to borrow ours!

•Snacks and porta potties provided      •Please arrive on site by 10:00 for orientation. Let us know you’re coming so we have enough snacks and tools!   Sign up at 360-336-0172 or ldegrace@skagitfisheries.org        

Please Consider Carpooling

The Vegetation Monitoring Intern assists SFEG staff in implementing the vegetation monitoring program on selected sites in the Skagit Watershed.  The intern performs data collection, entry, analysis, and reporting.  The program documents survival and ecological changes for sites undergoing riparian planting activities.  This information is useful in understanding the effectiveness of such efforts and for planning future projects.  The intern works frequently with SFEG field staff and volunteers to carry out this work.

Tasks:

• Work with SFEG staff and volunteers to establish monitoring plots and collect data using SFEG vegetation monitoring methodology
• Attend and assist with Saturday vegetation monitoring workshop (April 28th, 2012)
• Enter and analyze data
• Prepare summary reports on planting survival, health, and/or vegetative coverage for selected sites
• Report hours to Outreach Coordinator monthly
• Other tasks as assigned

Desired Qualifications: 

• Ability to work independently and with volunteers
• Ability to learn and scientifically implement vegetation monitoring protocol
• Ability to identify native Pacific Northwest plants
• Ability to identify noxious plants
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Word
• Ability to use ArcMap and GPS to create maps
• Provide own vehicle for transportation (mileage to and from Mount Vernon office reimbursed at State rate)

Timeline:

• April – September (commitment to full season is desirable; however quarterly commitments from April-June and June-Sept will be considered)
• 300 hours total; flexible schedule (M-TH); may require some weekends to work with volunteers

Point of Contact:

Contact:           Andy Beckman

Cell:                (360) 770-3177

Email:             abeckman@skagitfisheries.org

To Apply:

Please send a resume, cover letter, and 3 references to abeckman@skagitfisheries.org by Saturday, April 14th if interested.

The Restoration Technician intern will assist SFEG staff and volunteers with fish sampling, maintenance of SFEG’s native plant nursery, and riparian planting projects.  Fish sampling will be conducted twice monthly at two to four sites and will involve seining, electro-shocking, and possibly operation of a fyke net.  This position requires that the candidate have a vehicle to get to and from worksites.  Mileage from the SFEG office/Mount Vernon area will be reimbursed at the State rate (currently $0.51 per mile).

Tasks:

• Attend and assist with each fish sampling event at assigned site
• Collect, identify, and record various fish species captured
• Pot bare root plants in SFEG’s native plant nursery in Sedro Woolley
• Conduct site preparation and planting party set-up
• Complete planting and install plant protectors following planting
• Report hours to Outreach Coordinator monthly
• Assist SFEG staff with other restoration tasks as needed

Learning Objectives: 

• Become proficient at safe and proper techniques for seining and other fish sampling techniques
• Identification of estuarine and freshwater fish species, especially salmonids
• Learn to identify and care for native plants
• Understanding of salmon habitat restoration and monitoring techniques

Time Line and Product:

The intern will assist in the above tasks between February 1, 2011 and June 30, 2011.  The intern will work 10-20 hours (1-2 days) per week or up to 300 hours total in this time period.  SFEG staff works M-TH from 7-5 pm.  Internship hours are generally flexible although fish sampling dates are dependant on flow/tides and will be set by a contractor. The position may require occasion Friday or Saturday shifts.

Supervision:

The intern will primarily be supervised by Kyle Koch, SFEG’s Restoration Technician.

To Apply:

Please send a resume, cover letter, and 3 references to smadsen@skagitfisheries.org by Sunday January 22 if interested.  We anticipate interviewing candidates on 1/30. Work will start in early February.

Contact us for more info!

As a Hatchery Tour Guide, you’ll teach the public about fascinating facts of the Marblemount Hatchery and Skagit salmon during the 2011-12 eagle watching season. 

After attending a workshop held on Saturday, December 3, 10am-3pm, volunteers sign up to lead hatchery tours on at least 2 weekend days throughout the season.  Tours will be offered every Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 4-Jan 29.  Over 1,000 visitors come each year to see eagles and learn about salmon and hatchery practices. 

 To sign up or for more information, contact Katie at (360) 336-0172 extension 304, or email: education (at) skagitfisheries.org

Space is limited, so registration is required.

 All events 10am-1pm

• November 5: Marblemount Boat Launch; Take Highway 20 east to Marblemount; Instead of following Hwy 20 around sharp corner to the left, go straight across Skagit River onto Cascade River Road.  Follow signs for parking at the boat launch on the right just over the bridge. 
• November 12:  Thunder Creek, Alger; 3166 State Route 9; From Sedro Woolley, take Highway 9 North for 5.2 miles.   3166 is on the left just before crossing Thunder Creek.
• November 19: Larsen Memorial, Concrete; Go west on Highway 20 to Concrete.  Turn right onto Concrete-Sauk Valley Road across the Skagit River. Continue for 6 miles to the Larsen site on left (north) side of road.

 Dress for the weather, bring KNEE BOOTS and GLOVES, or feel free to borrow ours!

•Snacks and porta potties provided    •Please consider carpooling    •Please arrive by 10:00 for  orientation.  Let us know you’re coming so we bring enough tools and refreshments!  

Sign up at 360-336-0172  or sfeg at skagitfisheries.org      

Learn more about salmon while helping to restore their habitat! Skagit Fisheries Enhancement Group is seeking volunteers to help conduct spawner surveys at restoration sites in the Skagit and Samish watersheds.
At this workshop, volunteers will learn to identify different species of salmon and their redds (nests), and document populations at stream restoration sites. Data collected will be used to measure the effectiveness of restoration projects, and to help WDFW determine escapement goals for future fishing seasons. In order to ensure accurate data collection volunteers must be able to do weekly monitoring, October through January.

This workshop will consist of a 2-hour classroom session in the morning. We will then carpool to a stream where salmon are spawning to practice procedures and get hands-on experience. Be prepared to carpool. Bring a lunch, raingear, and waders if you have them.
Advance Registration Required; Contact Lucy DeGrace at (360) 336-0172

Join us for an exciting and enlightening morning of fish viewing with habitat biologists and SFEG staff to learn about the humpies (pink salmon) of Day Creek.  Also learn about ongoing restoration efforts, including the recent helicopter logjam placement, in this major Skagit River tributary, and how we can all help Day Creek and its fish for decades to come.  Creek access from private property; Parking on site is limited, so we will meet at South Skagit Highway Park ‘n Ride at the corner of Highway 9, and carpool. 

Please dress for the weather and be prepared for walking through wet, muddy, uneven ground for up to 2 hours. 

Please sign up in advance: 360-336-0172

The spawner survey intern assists SFEG staff in implementing the spawner survey program for selected restoration sites.  The intern will participate in SFEG spawner survey workshop, receive training in how to identify adult salmon species and redds, conduct weekly surveys on one or more streams, and assist with data entry, analysis, and reporting.  This program documents salmon spawning in proposed and completed restoration sites. This information is useful in understanding the effectiveness of restoration efforts and is used by WDFW for escapement forecasting.  The intern works with SFEG field staff and other volunteers to carry out this work. Applicants will need to provide their own transportation to designated survey sites; mileage will be reimbursed at the state rate (currently $0.51/mi) to and from Mount Vernon to the work site. and provide for their own living arrangements.

 Position Title:  Spawner Survey Intern – volunteer

 Scope of Work:  The spawner survey intern assists SFEG staff in implementing the spawner survey program program for selected restoration sites.  The intern will participate in SFEG spawner survey workshop, receive training in how to identify adult salmon species and redds, conduct weekly surveys on one or more streams, and assist with data entry, analysis, and reporting.  This program documents salmon spawning in proposed and completed restoration sites. This information is useful in understanding the effectiveness of restoration efforts and is used by WDFW for escapement forecasting.  The intern works with SFEG field staff and other volunteers to carry out this work.

 Tasks:

• Assist SFEG with spawner survey workshop volunteer training session
• Work with SFEG staff and volunteers to complete weekly spawner surveys on selected streams.
• Enter data into Excel database and assist with data analysis
• Help prepare charts and tables for annual summary report.
• Report hours to Outreach Coordinator monthly
• Complete final project related to the work (e.g. poster or report summarizing results, GIS maps for survey sites, presentation to SFEG board of directors)
• Other tasks as assigned

 Desired Qualifications: 

• Able to work independently and with volunteers
• Able to learn to identify adult salmonids by species
• Able to undertake physically demanding tasks outdoors in potentially inclement weather for up10-hours per day
• Able to provide your own transportation (mileage from shop/office to survey sites will be reimbursed at State rate).
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Word

 Timeline and Product:  The position will be concluded January 31, 2012.  Internship time commitment may range from 100 – 300 hours total depending on interest and availability.  The intern will submit monthly volunteer time sheets provided by SFEG indicating hours and work performed.  A final project relating to the work is to be completed by January 31, 2012.    

 Supervision:  The intern will primarily be supervised by Joe George, SFEG Restoration Technician.  Contact Joe joe@skagitfisheries.org or Sue Madsen smadsen@skagitfisheries.org  360-419-9016

 To Apply: Send resume, cover letter, and 3 references to Sue Madsen, PO Box 2497, Mount Vernon, WA 98273 or smadsen@skagitfisheries.org