Skagit County Climate Stewards
Climate Steward Class of 2026
Spring Session is Open for Applications: April 2 – June 6, 2026
The WSU Climate Steward certificate course offers classroom, online, and field experiences, with 10 sessions addressing:
- Social-emotional resilience and environmental justice
- Trauma-aware communication and community building
- WA Climate systems, modeling, and ecosystems
- Climate solutions in Ag, Forestry, Energy, and Water
- Climate policy and mitigation programs
This course equips you with practical tools to take climate action today in your community-building climate literacy, strengthening community engagement, and supporting a more resilient future across Washington through:
- Expert guest speakers
- Guided place-based tours
- Curriculum curated by Washington-based scientists
Course Fee – $225
Become a Climate Steward Application
Early Brid Discount (before March 5, 2026) – $175.00
Classes meet virtually on Thursday evenings from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, and in person on Saturday, June 6, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM for stewardship project presentations.
Guided Field Learning to Deception Pass to investigate Sea Level Rise
Guided Field Learning to the Mount Vernon Public Library to investigate Green Building
Guided Field Learning to Monroe to investigate hydroelectric power
Become a Climate Steward
Join Washington’s Movement for Climate Education & Action
The WA Climate Education and Extension Team
—a dynamic, cross-disciplinary partnership among Washington’s leading institutions—is proud to launch Climate Stewards, a program designed to elevate climate literacy, expand community engagement, and build a resilient future across the state.
Together, we’re advancing education and outreach efforts that empower individuals, communities, and organizations to address climate challenges head-on.
Why Climate Stewards?
Collaborative – Join a growing network of educators, scientists, and community leaders across Washington.
Impactful – Learn practical strategies for addressing climate issues at local and regional levels.
Educational – Gain access to workshops, resources, and training grounded in the latest climate science.
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Apply to participate in the Climate Stewards training and start making a difference in your community today.
WSU Climate Steward Certificate Program – Key Logistics
Exclusive Online Learning:
- Online presentations with guest speakers via Zoom
- Self-paced study via Canvas learning platform
Additional in Person Learning:
Field trips (Skagit and Island Counties)
Schedule
Weekly Class Sessions
- Time: Thursday Evenings 6-8:00PM Online, self-paced study via Canvas learning platform
- Dates: Spring 2026 Class Series April 2-June 4
- Final session: June 6th 2026 with Project presentations + potluck
| Date | Topic |
| Week 1 | Introduction: Climate and Emotional Resilience |
| Week 2 | Climate Change: An Overview |
| Week 3 | Climate Communication |
| Week 4 | WA Climate & Earth Science: WA Ecosystems |
| Week 5- | WA Agriculture: Climate Change Impacts on Washington State |
| Week 6 | WA Climate: Ag, Water and Food Nexus |
| Week 7 | WA Energy: Battery, Solar, Wind, Hydro and More |
| Week 8 | WA Forestry: Risks, Resilience, and Responses |
| Week 9 | WA Climate Action: Climate Commitment Act, Legislation and Policy |
| Week 10 | Community Resilience: Adaptation & Mitigation |
| Final Presentations | Stewardship Project Presentations + Graduation Potluck |
Field Trips
(Attendance at 2 or more is required for certificate)
| Date | Locations |
| TBA | Smart Solar Projects (Mount Vernon Library) |
| TBA | Regenerative Farming (Child’s Farm, Hamilton) |
| TBA | Skagit Gleaners (Mount Vernon |
| TBA | Sea Level Rise (Island County) |
| TBA | Arlington Micro Grid (Snohomish County) |
| TBA | Transit & Alternative Fuels (Island County) |
Time Commitment
Approx. 60 hours total, including:
- 25 hours online class sessions
- 10 hours field trips
- 25 hours online presentations, self-paced learning, reading, and Stewardship Project work
Certificate Requirements
- Attend minimum 6 of 8 Thursday sessions
- Attend at least 2 field trips
- Complete Canvas-based online modules and assignments
- Complete and present a Stewardship Project (individual or group, ~5-minute presentation)
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