Watershed Masters Volunteer Program

Are you interested in meeting new friends, learning from local experts about the wonders of the Skagit River watershed, and participating in meaningful community projects?  The Skagit Conservation District is now accepting applications for the Fall 2019 Watershed Masters Volunteer Training Program.  The Watershed Masters Program is intended for community residents, age 17 and up, who are aspiring to increase their knowledge about local watersheds, water quality, and beach and stream ecology.  Participants attend 8 evening sessions, held weekly beginning Wednesday, September 25th from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and continuing every Wednesday evening through November 13th.  Participants will also attend 3 Saturday field excursions, scheduled for Sept. 28th, Oct. 12th, and Oct. 19th.  In return for 40 hours of FREE training, participants provide 40 hours of volunteer service by participating in local water quality related projects of their choice.  The program is hosted by the Skagit Conservation District, in partnership with Skagit County and the Cities of Anacortes, Burlington, Mount Vernon, and Sedro-Woolley.  Evening sessions will be held at the Padilla Bay Research Reserve meeting facility, located at 10441 Bayview Edison Road.  Class limit is 25 (first come basis).  Pre-register by September 20th  by contacting Kristi Carpenter, Skagit Conservation District, (360) 428-4313 or email:  kristi@skagitcd.org.