Speakers

Camp Fire Samish owns and operates Camp Kirby, a youth-serving camp located on Samish Island. Camp Kirby has served young people in Whatcom and Skagit counties for over 100 years. Executive Director Marcus Roskamp will share about the programs at Camp Kirby, why Camp Kirby is technology-free, the challenges they see young people facing today, and how outdoor-based programs can be part of the solution.

 

Geothermal power and broadband infrastructure

Geothermal power and broadband infrastructure

Heart of Play’s Mobile Museum rolls into communities with hands-on activities that invite kids (and grown-ups!) to explore, create, and play together — right where they live and learn. Designed by educators and parents, our programs invite children and families to explore, take risks, build confidence, and strengthen connections through joyful, screen-free play experiences.

Rachel Vasak serves as the Executive Director of the Whatcom Land Trust (WLT), bringing experience in geology, non-profit leadership, and environmental conservation to the organization. She is a passionate advocate for salmon recovery as well as preserving critical areas, natural landscapes and agricultural lands of Whatcom County. Rachel will be presenting a talk summarizing the Whatcom Land Trust's history and efforts to conserve and steward vital lands, protecting everything from productive farms to critical wildlife habitats and public access areas. The presentation will detail WLT's recent successes and ongoing projects, and will conclude with actionable ways community members can get involved to help ensure the long-term health of Whatcom County’s natural resources.

We are a group of concerned citizens who seek a collaborative & open-minded approach to water resource issues in our county. With the legal process of water rights adjudication now underway, we share deep concern for the limited attention and action in our county in the face of critical water resource management issues beyond that scope