Get Involved...Become a Channel Islands Naturalist Corps Volunteer

Train to become a Channel Islands Naturalist Corps volunteer and represent the sanctuary and Park on board local whale watch vessels and educational cruises. Training includes information taught by regional experts in the field of resource management, marine mammals, oceanography, geology, island ecology, cultural history, seabirds, and more. After one year of service, additional training opportunities are available to become certified to lead island hikes. Get involved in your sanctuary and Park to help protect the ocean and islands through education and research.

Volunteer Requirements:

• Be at least 18 years of age
  
  
  
• Enjoy working with people and strong public speaking skills desired
  
  
  
• Knowledge of, or desire to learn about the natural and cultural history of the Santa Barbara Channel and Channel Islands
  
  
  
• Be able to attend the required training and professional development sessions
  
  
  
• Commit one year of volunteer service, minimum of 8 hours per month in the field and 3 hours per month at volunteer meetings
  
  
  
• Ability to handle up to 8 hours at sea on power and/ or sail vessels