​The Great Northwest Glass Quest, February 17 - 26, is the greatest treasure hunt in the Pacific Northwest! For 10 days in February businesses and local parks throughout Camano and Stanwood hide plastic clue balls. Eager Questors (YOU!) search for the clue balls with the hope of winning a hand blown glass ball unique just for this event! Check out the Questor page for more information. See their web site for more info: https://thegreatnwglassquest.com/

Saturday, August 20, 2016 | 12 PM - 2 PM
Cama Beach State Park

Be creative! Have fun at this annual celebration hosted by Cama Beach Foundation.

This isn’t your typical sand castle contest. There’s no sand and no contest.

We'll use only inanimate objects found on the beach (shells, rocks, driftwood) to draw or sculpt a temporary work of art ... then at 12:49 PM when the tide turns, watch the waves slowly begin to creep back up the beach.

At 2 PM all participants will be awarded ice cream certificates and each group will be eligible for a door prize.

While you wait for the door prizes, stop by the face painter's station. 

The Cama BEACH ART Festival is FREE but a Discover Pass is required for parking (purchase a 1-day pass-$10 or an annual Discover Pass-$30 at the Cama Welcome Center). For more info, contact the park at (360) 387-1550 or www.discoverpass.wa.gov.

Duties
The summer interpretive naturalist volunteer will work with the education staff and volunteers at Cama Beach and Camano Island State Parks on the shore of Saratoga Passage. The summer volunteer will lead outdoor discovery experiences and experiential education. The summer volunteer will also have the opportunity to develop a capstone project. The majority of programming will be for children ages 4-12. The volunteer will assist staff in developing and maintaining education materials, and presenting evening programs. The volunteer will work to create a sense of stewardship and to provide youth and adults with opportunities to enjoy the rich legacy of Washington State Parks.

Reports to
State Parks’ Interpretive Specialist, under the general supervision of the State Parks Area Manager.

Responsibilities

• Lead or assist with seven or more programs per work week including interpretive tours, nature and science programs, Junior Ranger programs, craft (a significant portion of programs) and historic skills programs.
• Lead naturalist hikes over uneven terrain in a variety of weather conditions.
• Educate and inspire people of all ages and walks of life about temperate rainforest habitats and marine ecosystems.
• Ensure that all “Calendar of Events” are accurate for the week ahead.
• Performs routine maintenance of interpretive facilities and displays to include cleaning functions and janitorial.
• Every two weeks, submit a timesheet and written feedback about the programs and volunteer experience.

Qualifications

• Energetic, creative individual with high level of self-motivation. Good organizational skills. Excellent communication skills.
• 2 years of college or equivalent practical experience.
• Some experience with teaching, interacting with the public or interpretation.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs. Ability to hike over uneven terrain in all weather conditions.
• The normal work schedule is Thursday through Monday (including Monday, July 4th) and 40 hours per week. The successful candidate will be required to work some evenings and during the Independence Day weekend.
• Must be able to begin work by Saturday, June 25. Must work through Friday, September 2. (The first day can be as early as Saturday, June 11; the last day can be as late as Sunday, September 11)
• Knowledge of the flora and fauna of the Puget Sound region desired.
• Ability to work cohesively as a member of the Cama Beach State Park team.
• Ability to maintain composure if exposed to negative comments from the public.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Compensation
This summer volunteer position provides the successful candidate with up to 400 hours of experience. A stipend of $2.50 per hour will be provided by Cama Beach Foundation. Housing will be provided at Cama Beach State Park.

This position is funded by
Cama Beach Foundation, www.camabeachfoundation.org

TO APPLY
Please send a one-page cover letter indicating interest in this position and a one-page resume including three references. Submittals accepted beginning January 28, 2016; Closing Date: open until filled.

Tina Dinzl-Pederson
1880 S West Camano Drive
Camano Island, WA 98282
Christina.Dinzl-Pederson@parks.wa.gov

2015
Sat, Nov 7 - Cama Beach State Park
Sat, Dec 5 - Elger Bay Preserve

2016
Sat, Jan 2 - Camano Island State Park
Sat, Feb 6 - Camano Ridge Forest Preserve
Sat, Mar 5 - Cama to CISP
Sat, Apr 2 - Four Springs Lake Preserve
Sat, May 7 - Iverson Spit Preserve, Kristoferson Creek Habitat, English Boom Historical Park

Sat, Nov 5, 2016 - Camano Island State Park
Sat, Dec 3, 2016 - Elger Bay Preserve

Friends of Camano Island Parks (FOCIP) has been hosting these Winter Walks for the public on the first Saturday of the month since 1995. Walks take place on Island County and State park trails constructed, maintained and enhanced by FOCIP.

All walks start at 9:50 am and are completed by noon. The pace is moderate and walks take place rain or shine (they are only canceled if there is snow or extremely high wind). Walkers should wear sturdy shoes or boots and dress for the weather. No pass requirement for State Park walks. No dogs please for the safety of the walkers.

​For more info: www.friendsofcamanoislandparks.org.

If you love maps, here's a FREE resource that'll give you hours of enjoyment.
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Go to the "Map Locator & Downloader" and zoom in on the area you want to see. You can download the most current maps for your area and the major cities on the NW have maps going back to the late 1800s.

Proudly present by the WSU Beach Watchers of Snohomish County
Saturday, October 31 from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Mukilteo Presbyterian Church, Mukilteo, WA
Registration is $15 (closes Oct 24th at 11 pm)
Optional lunch available for $8
Teachers: earn 5 clock hrs for an additional fee.
 
ONLINE REGISTRATION: www.wsusoundliving.org/2015/?q=regis
 
SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE: www.wsusoundliving.org/2015/?q=htm.schedule

KEYNOTE: “Puget Sound's Vital Signs” by Scott Redman, Science and Evaluation Program Director for the Puget Sound Partnership www.wsusoundliving.org/2015/?q=htm.keynote
 
3 CONCURRENT SESSIONS: www.wsusoundliving.org/2015/?q=classes
Session A

• “Salish Sea Orcas - Smart and Resilient in Tough Times” by Howard Garrett, Orca Network
• “Rivers and Streams - Lifeblood of Puget Sound” by Leska Fore, Statistical Design

 
Session B

• “Vital Signs from Beached Birds” by Dr Julia Parrish, UW School of Aquatic and Fishery Sciences & COASST founder
• “Protecting and Restoring Habitat in a Growing Region” by Erika Harris, Senior Planner, Puget Sound Regional Council

 
Session C

• “Swimming at Puget Sound Beaches - Is it Getting More Safe?” by Debby Sargeant, Indicator lead, Washington State Department of Ecology
• “Snohomish Delta Restoration - A Tale of Struggle and Success” by Morgan Ruff, Snohomish Basin Capital Program Coordinator, Tulalip Tribes

Sunday, Sept 27 features an unusual LUNAR TRIPLE PLAY: the Moon and Earth come closest together for all of 2015, there’ll be a lunar eclipse, and it’ll be a full moon.

• The eclipse begins at 6:07 pm.
• The exact "supermoon" moment in 2015 when the Moon will be closest to Earth (a mere 221,753 miles apart) will be 6:46 pm.
  ​... but we won’t actually see that because Moonrise isn’t until 6:54 pm.
• The total eclipse begins at 7:11 pm.
• The Moon will be perfectly full at 7:50 pm.
• The total eclipse ends at 8:23 pm.
• The eclipse ends at 9:27 pm.

Saturday, September 26th is a FREE day at our State Parks. Come visit! There's no need for a Discover Pass.

Next Free day is ​Wed Nov 11 - Veterans Day.

The Cama Beach Foundation Dessert Social & Annual Meeting is Thur Sept 10th at 6PM. 

The very special guest speaker will be Jacinto Caamaño! He's the reason the parks aren't on MacDonough Island. Caamaño died in about 1825 but Ranger Tom Riggs will bring him back to life for the evening. A not to be missed performance! Exciting, entertaining, educational.

If you can join us, please RSVP to jec@wavecable.com