Category: Volunteer
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A Super Volunteer Story: Meet Tony Imkamp
Meet “Terrific Tony,” a standout Friends of the San Juans volunteer whose energy, dedication, and community spirit have made a lasting impact on local conservation efforts. From helping lead restoration projects to supporting events and education, Tony’s generosity and enthusiasm exemplify the vital role volunteers play in protecting the Salish Sea and strengthening community connections.
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Volunteer Spotlight: Elyse Woodruff
Meet Elyse Woodruff, a dedicated Friends of the San Juans volunteer whose passion for environmental education has helped amplify community understanding of eelgrass, forage fish, and shoreline ecology. From leading field programs to engaging neighbors in science and stewardship, Elyse’s commitment highlights the power of volunteer leadership in protecting island ecosystems and inspiring others to…
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Summer Volunteer Opportunity in Communications & Outreach
Looking for a meaningful summer volunteer role? Friends of the San Juans is seeking a Communications & Outreach Volunteer to support environmental action with flexible, weekly 2‑hour shifts—either in Friday Harbor or remotely. Help organize outreach materials, distribute flyers, assist with digital engagement tools like Canva and Mailchimp, and connect with local leaders while gaining…
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Summer Volunteering with Friends
Friends of the San Juans invites you to join a vibrant volunteer community dedicated to protecting and restoring the San Juan Islands and the Salish Sea. Whether you’re new to the cause or a longtime supporter, there are meaningful ways to get involved, from helping with events and data tasks to supporting outreach and shoreline…
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Thank you Bruce Rylander
Friends of the San Juans honors longtime Treasurer Bruce Rylander for his dedicated service and financial leadership. Over multiple years on the Board, Bruce helped guide the organization through challenges — from pandemic uncertainties to strategic transitions — strengthening Friends’ financial resilience and enabling continued work to protect the San Juan Islands and the Salish…
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Volunteer Spotlight: Raven Preston
Raven Preston is recognized in this volunteer spotlight for her leadership, dedication, and commitment to protecting the San Juan Islands and Salish Sea. Through her service with Friends of the San Juans, she brings passion, collaboration, and a strong voice for conservation, helping advance community-driven environmental stewardship and long-term protection of island ecosystems.
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Current Volunteer Opportunities
From beach cleanups and community science to office support and event help, there are many ways to get involved with Friends of the San Juans. Whether you have a few hours or ongoing availability, volunteers play a key role in protecting and restoring the Salish Sea.
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Thank You, Science Advisors!
Friends of the San Juans extends gratitude to its Council of Scientific Advisors for their expertise and guidance, strengthening the organization’s science-based work to protect the Salish Sea. The team brings deep knowledge in marine science, ecology, and environmental research.
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Fall into Great Islands Clean Up
Join the Fall Great Islands Clean-Up, a community-wide effort to keep San Juan County’s beaches and roads litter-free. Volunteers across the islands come together to remove debris, collect data, and protect the health of the Salish Sea.
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Molt Search—Defend Marine Waters Against a Sneaky Invader!
Molt Search invites community members to help defend the Salish Sea by identifying and reporting invasive European green crab molts on local beaches. Through simple surveys and community science, volunteers play a key role in early detection and protecting marine ecosystems.
