Classes & Field Work

Northwest Trek is expanding learning opportunities for citizens to take on the roll of scientists with classes in NatureMapping and field work to support the Ohop Valley Creek restoration project.


NatureMapping: Data Collection and Monitoring

NatureMapping provides an opportunity for citizen scientists to observe, monitor and inventory their local habitats and use the information gathered to effect real change. Data collected can be used by scientists on state and local levels to help make decisions that determine a healthy future for fish and wildlife.

NatureMapping Workshops are $40 per person and require reservations at least one week in advance. For reservations, call (360) 832-7166 or e-mail reserve@nwtrek.org Participants will work both outside and inside over the course of the workshop. For questions about content of the workshop, please call Jessica Moore, 360-832-7160 or Jessica.Moore@nwtrek.org

Click here to download a sample workshop agenda. (Agenda subject to change)

Clock hours are available for this workshop.

Ohop Valley Creek Restoration Project Field Trips

The South Sound Salmon Enhancement Group, Nisqually Indian Tribe, Nisqually Land Trust and it's partners have joined together to restore the creek through the Ohop Valley back to its original meadnering pathway.  Northwest Trek is joining with the habitat restoration efforts by providing data collection and monitoring of the wildife in the project area.  Trek utilizes citizen scientists in the data collection efforts. 

Ohop Valley Creek Field Trips are free for participants. You do not have to have NatureMapping experience for this activity. Participants should come dressed for the weather and for walking in a wet environment on uneven surfaces. Please contact Jessica Moore at 360-832-7160 or at Jessica.Moore@nwtrek.org for more information or to sign up for a fieldtrip. 

Learn more at www.ohopcreek.org.

2010 Workshops and Field Trips

NatureMapping Workshops:

June 12th & 13th, 2010
October 9th & 10th, 2010

*NatureMapping workshops are held over two days, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m each day.

Ohop Valley Creek Field Trips:

February 20th, 2010
April 18th, 2010
July 25th, 2010
October 17th, 2010

*Ohop Restoration field trips are from 9 a.m. to noon.