our mission

To promote education and conservation through the documentation and participation of leading citizen-science projects. 

Our collection of sampling jars for shipping back to the lab in Colorado.
Theresa collecting our traps from Site 277.
Steve starts the process of documenting bird #302 for COASST. Photo Credit: Theresa Weileman

We continue to participate in a variety of science projects providing valuable data to organizations such as NOAA, COASST, and Sea Grant. We’ve trapped for the invasive European Green Grab, sampled for microplastics in both the marine and freshwater environments, conducted debris surveys, collected data on beached coastal birds, and collected data on our Wild and Scenic Rivers. 

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Wild and Scenic Rivers

A new season of fieldwork has commenced. We’re excited to be working with Adventure Scientist on this project for a third season. This wet, rainy weekend finds us back in Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest and the  Suiattle River to measure the health of this iconic river.

Be sure to watch our Twitter account for reports from the field.

Support

Our mission is a labor of love, but it does come with overhead. If you’d like to support our efforts we’d certainly appreciate it. Currently, we’re actively participating in the following field research:

  • COASST Beached Bird Surveys
  • Wild and Scenic River Project

Thank you.

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  • One of the best things about volunteering for citizen-science projects is the opportunity to spend time in some truly breathtaking places. And with fall just around the corner, it's an especially beautiful time to be outdoors. There's nothing quite like watching the leaves change colors and feeling that fresh autumn breeze on your face. It's a great way to connect with nature and make a difference at the same time.⁠

An advantage to our volunteering is that we’re often well off the beaten track presented with spectacular scenery. Here you can find our more dramatic photos taken in the field.

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Support

Our mission is a labor of love, but it does come with overhead. If you’d like to support our efforts we’d certainly appreciate it. Currently, we’re actively participating in the following field research:

  • COASST Beached Bird Surveys
  • Wild and Scenic River Project

Thank you.

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Exploring the Beauty and History of Skamokawa

The name Skamokawa is derived from the Chinook Jargon word “sk’mok-wa”, which means smoke or fog on the water. The area has a rich history and was once inhabited by the Chinook people, who used the Columbia River for trade and transportation. Later, European settlers arrived and established the town as a hub for logging and fishing.

Today, Skamokawa is known for its natural beauty and outdoor recreational opportunities, including camping, hiking, and fishing.

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