Cascadia Marine Trail Site Stewardship
Site Stewards serve as the eyes and ears for WWTA on the growing Cascadia Marine Trail. Stewards visit their site at least two times a year and file a report electronically with WWTA. Reports update WWTA on the condition of facilities and trails, the presence of invasive plants, missing signage, any work the steward performed and user information. The arrangement of work parties at sites are often a result of important information received from these reports. Stewards also serve as an information resource for WWTA, land management agencies, and the greater public and often connect with the land manager or ranger at their site and help arrange and conduct site work parties.
You are welcome to take a look at the Site Report Form for current Stewards.
Cascadia Marine Trail Sites IN NEED OF A Steward
Lighthouse Park - North Sound
Frequently Asked Questions about Stewardship
Do I have to be a member of WWTA to be a Site Steward?
Membership is encouraged, but not required.
Can my club or business serve as Site Steward?
Yes, but one person will need to be the designated contact.
How long will I need to commit to be a Site Steward?
As long as you are able to visit the site at least twice a year and send WWTA a report. Several stewards have been with the program since its conception over 10 years ago, others have held the post for as little as a year.
How much of a time commitment are the site visits?
Expect to spend no more than an hour at the actual site. Transportation to and from more remote sites can extend the time commitment. We encourage making a boating trip out of it!
Will I be the only Steward at a site?
Most likely, although some sites have more than one steward. Stewards can share responsibility for a site or conduct their visits independently.
Are there additional benefits to being a Site Steward?
Yes! Stewards receive generous discounts on trainings, such as Leave No Trace Trainer courses. Stewards are also individually recognized in the WWTA newsletter.
How do I become a Site Steward?
To inquire about stewardship, email WWTA or call 206.545.9161 with the following information:
- Your name
- City
- Phone number
- Site(s) you would like to steward