Youth Education Committee

Seated (left to right):  Shirlee and Jim Hall, Mary Britton-Simons (chair), Jill Keeney, Margaret Lie

Standing: Margaret Snell, Jeani Goodrich, Sharon Pagel, Gregg Wilson, Tora Rogstad
Not pictured: Mary Holt, Diane Whitman, David Walker

Kids and Nature

We believe that children who learn about birds and the environment at an early age are more likely to become adult stewards of the environment. Committee members are dedicated to fostering an appreciation of fauna and flora in all students.

The Challenge

How Do We Meet This Challenge?

Throughout the year, volunteers give presentations and classes at schools, camps, science fairs, parks and nature centers.  During the summer, we partner with the Kirkland Parks Department and sponsor workshops and field trips for their campers. 

We present workshops on a variety of bird-related subjects, for a range of ages.  Read more in our Letter to Educators. All presentations are interactive, hands-on and can be adapted to the needs of students.  A walk to look for and identify birds can be added to any of the presentations.

In addition, the committee provides grants and scholarships for teachers, for high school seniors, and for low-income students to attend camps with an environmental focus.

Meetings

Our Youth Education Committee meets from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month.

For more information about our activities or our meetings, email education@eastsideaudubon.com.