Welcome to the Mount St. Helens Institute
The Mount St. Helens Institute connects people with the mountain through hands-on activities.
The Mount St. Helens Institute's mission is to awaken in people of all ages an appreciation of the natural processes and cultural heritage of the Pacific Northwest's volcanic landscapes.
NOW HIRING!
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Science and Environmental Education Coordinator
WE'VE CREATED SOME GREAT PROGRAMS FOR 2009! CLICK ON ANY OF THE LINKS BELOW FOR MORE INFORMATION!
- Volcano Views and Brews--a once per month speakers series at the Lucky Labrador in Portland. Next event is January 20. Doors open at 5:00 pm and our speaker begins at 7:00. Our guest is Klindt Vielbig, Author, Skier and Adventurer! Join us! $5.00 admission.
- Sunday Snow Shoeing Adventures and Sunday Hiking Program -- join us for one or all of our free snow shoe hikes. Sundays through the winter. Check out the 2009 schedule by clicking on the link above.
- Climbing Permits Climb Mount St. Helens! Permits will be available online beginning on Monday, February 2 at 9:00 am Pacific time.
- Field Seminars - hands-on experiences at the mountain and in the forest designed to help you understand Northwest Volcanic Landscapes. Take a peak at the list of 2009 classes.
- Guided Climbs to the Crater Rim-- Guides will provide your permits and geologic and ecologic interpretation along the way to the rim. 2009 Schedule coming soon!
- Conservation Corps - one and two day or week-long trails and other maintenance volunteer projects. Bring your family, friends, co-workers or service club! 2009 schedule coming soon.
- 2008 work party events
- Volcano Volunteers - Program/Interpreters - volunteers lead talks and walks at Mount St. Helens.
- Mountain Stewards - Program- volunteers provide safety and interpretive information to climbers, and help to maintain the sensitive climbing route and Mount Margaret Backcountry.
- Key Sponsors and Partners-- the Mount St. Helens Institute is supported by a wide variety of private and public organizations. Please patronize their businesses.
Help us build a community of people who are passionate about the preservation and utilization of Mount St. Helens.