"the mountain and the sea are excellent schoolmasters, and teach some of us more than we can ever learn from books." -john lubbock
Meet Our Team
The Salish Sea School is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, inclusion, and connectedness. We are able to grow and learn better together with a diverse team. We welcome the unique contributions that one can bring in terms of their education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.
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We are stronger together with the collective sum of individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, and talent which ultimately brings about a healthier planet.
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Description: Perfect for students interested in diving deeper into marine research and conservation topics in the Salish Sea!
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Summer STaRS (Student Training as Research Scientists) is a five day boat-based research adventure through the San Juan Islands, with an overnight camping experience on Thursday night. Each day students will explore different organisms and practice field skills to conduct research and surveys. Thursday night students will be invited to camp at Washington Park and explore the forest and sea at night.
Topics will include intertidal species abundance and distribution, orca acoustic and visual observation, bull kelp monitoring, marine bird observations, forage fish egg collection, and more.
This program is an excellent introduction to field research practices, utilizing the scientific method, data collection and analysis, and honing observation skills. This is a perfect program for students interested in marine science careers.
Healthy snacks and lunches are included each day, as well as dinner on Thursday evening and breakfast on Friday morning. Students also receive an awesome STaRS T-shirt.
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Student outcomes:
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Practice with the scientific method
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Obtain experience and exposure to field research tools and techniques
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Understand how science and research can influence policy and action steps for conservation​
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Exposure to field work
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Stimulate interest in a future career in the fields of marine science and conservation
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Explore the field of science​
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Recruit and train the next generation of marine conservation scientists​ and ocean advocates
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Develop student comfort in a field research setting and provide resources that can ensure success in higher education
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Provide the opportunity for field research and data collection in marine science​
Qualifications to enroll:
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Ability to stay focused and attentive while observing in the field for 2-4 hours
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An excitement for learning about local marine life
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The ability to work well with others
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Students should come with basic knowledge about the local marine life and ecosystem
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This is a great opportunity for past Guardians of the Sea students or young science enthusiasts
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Please note: weather conditions will dictate if/when we go out on the water. If conditions do not permit boat travel, we will be exploring all that Fidalgo has to offer or ferry to another island for new adventures. ​
Cost details: $1,799 per student
Sample schedule here.
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Age group: 14-18 years old, camp will meet from 10:30AM-4PM Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday; and 10:30AM Thursday to 3PM on Friday (overnight at Washington Park).
All camping gear will be provided by the Salish Sea School on Thursday, however, students are welcome to use their own sleeping pads and sleeping bags if preferred.
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