WSU Clark County Extension

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Watershed Stewards

Training

Make a Difference!

Become a Watershed Steward

Be a part of a dedicated group of volunteers working to improve their communities.

Contact us for more information: watershed.stewards@clark.wa.gov

Learn About:

  • Importance of healthy watersheds and impact of stormwater
  • Role of native plants and weedsWatershed Stewards work together on the water cycle exercise
  • Macroinvertebrates & stream health
  • Water quality monitoring
  • Local environmental efforts, policies, and regulations
  • Soils
  • Stream and habitat restoration
  • And much more!

 

After training, Stewards commit to volunteer at least 40 hours of service during the first year after training. Volunteer opportunities include among others:

  • Education and hands-on activities to enhance understanding of watersheds
  • Wildlife and stream habitat restoration
  • Water quality monitoring and storm drain stenciling
  • Community outreach at events like the Home & Garden Show & Clark County Fair
  • Other projects you create

In addition to class nights, two Saturday field trips are required. Classes are held at the Center for Agriculture, Science and Environmental Education, 11104 NE 149th St.

Contact Jenifer Naas, Program Coordinator

360-397-6060 x 7703 or jenifer.naas@clark.wa.gov

or download an application: Watershed Stewards training application

Sponsored by WSU Clark County Extension and the Clark County Clean Water Program

To learn more about either of these programs, fill out our training request form. The Watershed Stewards program depends on the help of our volunteers.

WSU Clark County Extension, 11104 NE 149th St, Brush Prairie, WA 98606, 360-397-6060, Contact Us