Friends of the Issaquah Salmon Hatchery
Cause Area
- Children & Youth
- Community
- Education & Literacy
- Environment
Location
125 W. Sunset WayIssaquah, WA 98027 United StatesWebsite:
http://www.issaquahfish.org
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Organization Information
Mission Statement
Friends of the Issaquah Salmon Hatchery (FISH) protects salmon and ensures their survival for future generations through education and outreach.
Description
Founded in 1993, the Friends of the Issaquah Salmon Hatchery (FISH) has been facilitating salmon conservation education and outreach at the Issaquah Salmon Hatchery for 30 years, in addition to providing operational support. Volunteer activities include leading hatchery tours, conducting outreach at the hatchery and local community events, operating the FISHop Gift Shop, providing educational experiences such as fish dissections, and more.
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(June 21, 2015)
This is a wonderful place to volunteer, with many different types of volunteer opportunities. In addition to conducting tours of elementary-age children throughout salmon season, volunteers can assist in salmon spawning, assist with summer camp, work in the FISHop on weekends, help out in the egg room, and many other activities. It is a wonderful place to meet like-minded volunteers, whether you are interested in salmon, our watershed, or environmental concerns.
(June 19, 2015)
This is a great organization and my sixth year volunteering here. I learn something every year. It's a bit like Disneyland in the fall and helping others to understand salmon, their lifecycle and watershed is a true pleasure. I enjoy working with other volunteers and helping a true community asset.
(June 19, 2015)
It is very satisfying to participate in the miracle of the salmon returning to their natal stream. This participation can take the form of helping with hatchery operations (everything from cleaning equipment to spawning the returning salmon) or in educating the public in what they can do to preserve this fabulous legacy. Working together with like-minded people is terrific as well.