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The Vashon Wilderness Program is a 501 (3) c nonprofit nature immersion program.We cultivate relationships between self, community and the natural world.

08/20/2026

What if one of the most important parts of your child’s week happened outside?

A morning in the woods. A circle of friends. Sandy hands, new skills, big questions, quiet observation and the growing confidence that comes from knowing how to belong in the natural world.

At Vashon Wilderness Program, kids don’t just learn about nature. They build a relationship with it and with a community that sees and supports them.

🌿 Fall programs are enrolling now. If you’ve been thinking about VWP for your child, this is a great time to join us.

www.vashonwildernessprogram.org

08/15/2026

What a week at Fly Fishing Camp! 🎣🌲💙

Ten lucky kids spent an unforgettable week exploring the incredible waters of the Pacific Northwest, from rivers to a lake to the ocean, and discovering just how much there is to love, learn, and protect.

A huge thank you to the amazing Emerald Water Anglers team, and for bringing this experience to life with us. From casting and tying flies and learning about wild fish and their habitats to grabbing snorkels and getting an underwater view of the ecosystems we care so much about, every day brought a new adventure.

These kids didn’t just learn how to fly fish. They came away with a deeper connection to our watersheds, the creatures that call them home, and new ways to appreciate and care for the beautiful places of the PNW.

Ten kids. One outstanding week. Big smiles, new skills, endless curiosity, and a whole new appreciation for the waters and wild creatures of the Pacific Northwest.

Here’s to the next generation of anglers, explorers, and watershed stewards! 🐟🌊🎣

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08/11/2026

🎣 Fly Fishing Camp Day 1!

We kicked off the week at the seashore, learning the art of fly fishing with our friends at Dave & Joseph From gear, casting and knots to types of rivers & insect life cycles, our young anglers jumped right in.

And this is just the beginning, new waters and new adventures await each day!

🌲 Want your young person to join us for outdoor adventures, hands-on learning, and plenty of time exploring the wild? Registration is open for our upcoming programs!

Come learn, explore, and grow with VWP. https://vashonwilderness.org/ 💚
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08/05/2026

One of the unexpected gifts of last week's summer camp

The sound of paddles.
Canoes gliding across the water.
Songs carried on the breeze.

Children paused.
The day paused.

A reminder that some of the most meaningful moments aren't planned, they're simply received.

We're grateful to the Indigenous canoe families for sharing this living tradition and for the opportunity to witness it with respect, gratitude, and wonder during our beach day at summer camp.

07/31/2026

Stories are at the heart of the Vashon Wilderness Program experience.

Throughout the year, our mentors share stories that spark imagination, pass along timeless wisdom, inspire curiosity, and help children deepen their relationship with the natural world. Gathered beneath the trees, around a campfire, or sitting together on the beach, stories become a way to slow down, listen, and connect.

This photo features Mentor Jacqui, one of our incredible storytellers. With warmth, humor, and a gift for bringing characters and landscapes to life, Jacqui has a wonderful way of captivating children and inviting them into the adventure. Her stories encourage wonder, courage, kindness, and a deeper sense of belonging in nature.

✨ Storytelling is one of the oldest ways humans have learned from one another. We're grateful to keep this tradition alive with the next generation.

🌲 Do you have a favorite story you still remember from your childhood? Share it with us in the comments!

photo by Dawn Stief

07/28/2026

🎣 Last-Minute Opening! One Spot Left! 🎣

A cancellation means ONE lucky camper can join our Fly Fishing Camp this August!

If you have a young angler ages 12–15 who's ready for an unforgettable week outdoors, now's your chance. Campers will learn the fundamentals of fly fishing from the expert guides at Emerald Water Anglers including casting techniques, reading the water, fish habitat, stream etiquette, and conservation.

Whether they're brand new to fly fishing or excited to build their skills, this is an incredible opportunity to connect with nature, build confidence, and make lasting memories.

🎣 One spot only!
📅 August 10–14
👧🧒 Ages 12-15

Register before it's gone!
🔗 https://vashonwilderness.org

07/24/2026

What are VWP kids saying this summer?

What are you grateful for today?
"I'm grateful to be here at camp."
"I'm grateful for the wind."
"I'm grateful for the beach."
"I'm grateful for water."
"I'm grateful for the sun and shade."

What are your favorite games at camp?
"Run Rabbit Run, Krackabout, Poison Dart Frog, Where's my Water Bottle"

Where shall I rinse my paint brush?
"Hold it up to the sky or find a puddle!"

Can we sing that heart song again?
"Yes! I invite you to tap your right hand on your heart. This is a repeat after me song."

Freedom Song
I can feel my heart beat
Beating to the rhythm of the freedom song
I can feel my heart beat
Beating to the rhythm of the freedom song
When I say yes to the beat in me
I can send my spirit free
When I say yes to the beat in you
I can see your light shine through

Original Artist: Joe Crookston (also known as "Banjo Joe")

We invite you to learn this song and sing it together too! Here's a great version to sing along with Freedom Song from Earth Songs // a Free Herbalist Album by Beautiful Chorus. https://beautifulchorus.bandcamp.com/track/freedom-song

Camp openings available for next week and register for our year long programs via our website.

07/11/2026

🐸🦋Our first week of Nature Adventures & Nature Crafting Camp was a wonderful start to the summer!

The kids explored ponds, wandered the seashore, picked berries for dye making, worked with wild clay, created nature art, played games, and made new friends along the way. It was a week full of curiosity, creativity, and time spent outdoors.

Next week's camp is full, but we still have openings in the weeks that follow.

If you're looking for a place where your child can spend their summer exploring outside, building friendships, trying new things, and coming home happily tired each day, we'd love to have them join us.

Visit http://vashonwilderness.org to see our remaining summer camp openings and year long programs.

07/07/2026

Summer Camp is off to a wonderful start at Vashon Wilderness Program! 🌿☀️

Day 1 was filled with curious wandering, discovering berries, flowers, bugs, and slugs, collecting colorful bits of nature for making nature crafts, playing games, and creating new friendships along the way. We can't wait for more adventures this summer!

We still have a few camp spots available. Visit our website to register before they're gone!

http://vashonwilderness.org

Address

P. O. BOX 712
Vashon, WA
98070

Telephone

+12066515715

Website

http://www.vashonwilderness.org/

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