At Wild Whatcom, we are building a future when all people have access to, and feel comfortable in, the outdoors. Read more about how you can help us bring more families outside in 2022.
Child Tax Credit - Non-filer Deadline November 15
Winter Neighborhood Nature Registration Open
Join us for the winter session of our Neighborhood Nature after school program! Registration is now open and spaces are available. Learn more here.
Fundraiser: Join Us at The Filling Station - Tuesday, October 19
We’re partnering with The Filling Station to raise funds to bring youth outside, particularly those who may face barriers to getting outside on a regular basis.
On Tuesday, October 19th, 5% of food sales from both the Fairhaven and Sunnyland locations (both in-house and takeout) will support Wild Whatcom. So, work up your appetite and join us for great local burgers and more!
Wild Connections October 2021: Nature Notes and Mushroom ID Outing
Learn about how to ID mushrooms, a new grant we received from WECU, and a fundraiser with The Filling Station in our October Wild Connections newsletter.
Volunteer with Wild Whatcom - Help Us Get More Kids Outside!
Join Our Team as a Volunteer!
Wild Whatcom's efforts to bring more volunteers into our work has largely been on hold due to COVID-19.
But, we are excited to announce that we will be slowly integrating volunteers back into our organization, prioritizing roles that can be completed virtually first. Learn more and join us!
Wild Connections September 2021: Join an Outing and Welcome to New Team Members
Learn about seasonal shifts, join us on an outing, and meet some new staff in our September Wild Connections newsletter.
We're Hiring! Outdoor and Environmental Educator
Wild Whatcom is hiring!
Please see full job descriptions and other application instructions on our Employment page.
Wild Whatcom is actively committed to social equity and justice and encourages candidates of all racial and gender identities, cultural and economic backgrounds, and of any sexual orientation to apply. Wild Whatcom is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or marital status in employment or the provision of services.
Join our team today!
Wild Connections August 2021: Community Programs Return this Fall and Flatstick Pub Fundraiser
Learn about eclipse plumage, a fundraiser with Flatstick Pub, and community programs returning this fall in our August Wild Connections newsletter.
Wild Connections July 2021: Fall Registration and Summer Campers
Learn about nature’s bounty, fall registration opening, summer campers in our local parks, and a new position we’re hiring for in our July Wild Connections newsletter.
You've helped us thrive!
We’re so excited to share our 2020-2021 Impact Report. This past year has been tumultuous to say the least, but our Wild Whatcom community has brought us so much inspiration, resilience, and hope.
Learn more about all that we’ve been able to accomplish this last year in our latest Impact Report
Wild Connections - June 2021: Fall Registration & Hiring New Position
Learn about low tide etiquette, fall registration opening, and a new position we’re hiring for in our June Wild Connections newsletter.
Job Opening! Development and Outreach Manager
Wild Whatcom is hiring!
Please see full job descriptions and other application instructions on our Employment page.
Wild Whatcom is actively committed to social equity and justice and encourages candidates of all racial and gender identities, cultural and economic backgrounds, and of any sexual orientation to apply. Wild Whatcom is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or marital status in employment or the provision of services.
Join our team today!
Explorers Club Interest List Sign Up - Deadline June 7, 2021
Learn more about Explorers Club and sign up for our Interest List to be considered for an open spot in the 2021-22 season. Deadline is June 7, 2021.
Wild Connections - May 2021
Look what we’ve got going on in May.
Wild Things Nature Notes - Squirrel Season
Read about squirrel season and more in this edition of Wild Things Nature Notes.
Wild Things Nature Notes - Slug Days
Read about slugs and more in this edition of Wild Things Nature Notes.
Wild Things Nature Notes - Lichen Love
Read about why we love lichen and more in this edition of Wild Things Nature Notes.
Wild Things Nature Notes - Super Salmon
Read about the salmon and more in this edition of Wild Things Nature Notes.
Wild Things Nature Notes - Birding Fun for Families
Read about our feathered friends and more in this edition of Wild Things Nature Notes.