THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED

 

Help us Make a Difference on the banks of the Skagit River on Saturday, October 21, at Mount Vernon’s Edgewater Park.  We’ll be removing invasive English ivy from the restored riparian zone.

Park in the main parking lot at Edgewater Park, 600 Behrens Millett Rd, Mount Vernon
Accessibility: The walk from the parking area to the work site is ~400 yards over relatively smooth, even terrain.
Please bring a water bottle, weather-appropriate clothing, and closed-toe shoes.
We will provide tools, gloves, coffee and light snacks

Join us Saturday, September 16th, 10am-1pm to remove invasive English ivy from the restoration areas along the Skagit River at Cottonwood Island.

Directions: From McLean Rd in West Mount Vernon, take Penn Rd south to the boat launch, just past the intersection with Calhoun Rd.
Google Map:https://goo.gl/maps/14ApHB5MJHovEuas6
Accessibility: The walk from the parking area to the work site is ~500 yards over relatively smooth, even terrain. There is the possibility of a few fallen trees to scramble over.
Please bring a water bottle, weather-appropriate clothing, and closed-toe shoes.
We will provide tools, gloves, instruction, coffee and light snacks.

Please register HERE

Would you like to teach kids about salmon and watersheds?  Join our volunteer training September 21, 9am-12:30pm to help with classroom lessons and field trips this this fall. You’ll learn about our Salmon in Schools and Kids in Creeks programs, and how to lead activities in and out of the classroom. This is a great opportunity for those looking for teaching experience, or just get outside and have fun!

We’ll start with an overview of our school-based education programs and then head to the creek to learn about field trip lessons and coordination.

Sign up to help with one or more classroom lessons or field trips through December 15.

Requirements:

  • Must have weekday availability between 8am and 3pm
  • Willing to be outside in inclement weather
  • Physically able to walk on uneven ground, possibly in streams
  • Able to carry up to 30 pounds
  • Pass a background check done by SFEG and with school districts

Register HERE

*A second training will be held in early 2024 to train on spring field trips