Partnerships
It takes a community to grow a forest, and our partners help keep the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest growing in the right direction for generations to enjoy. We work with local natural resources groups to provide education though application. Visit the Youth Engagement page to learn more about our work.
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Kulshan Creek
The Kulshan Creek Neighborhood Kids program exposes Hispanic kids to the outdoors and careers in natural sciences while providing positive role models. The Mt. Vernon Police Department initially started the program in 2007 to reduce high-risk behavior and gang-related activity in that neighborhood. They, along with North Cascades Institute, National Park Service, Catholic Housing Services of Western Washington, and the U.S. Forest Service conduct monthly after-school and weekend outings throughout the summer. Crime has gone down in the neighborhood, the police department has gained trust in the community and kids are enjoying the outdoors.
North Cascades Institute
Education and inspiration come together as North Cascades Institute helps create a better understanding, connection and relationship with the natural world. Partnering with the Forest Service they help people view bald eagles with the Eagle Watchers, explore Mt. Baker with the Mountain Stewards and show youth how to mitigate climate change.
Mountains to Sound Greenway
Mountains to Sound Greenway stretches more than 100 miles from the shores of the Puget Sound along Interstate 90 into central Washington, protecting working forests, historic sites, lakes, campgrounds and trails for wildlife habitat and public benefit. For 20 years this organization has united outdoor enthusiasts, environmentalists, corporations and governments to encourage stewardship and preserve public lands.