About IslandWood
Located on Bainbridge Island near Seattle in Washington State, IslandWood is a unique 255-acre outdoor learning center designed to provide exceptional learning experiences and inspire life-long environmental and community stewardship. Through its flagship School Overnight Program, IslandWood's educators combine scientific inquiry, technology and the arts to help Puget Sound-area students discover natural connections with the outdoors. IslandWood also offers a wide range of programs and community events for adults, families and professionals.
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Mission Statement
To provide exceptional learning experiences and to inspire lifelong environmental and community stewardship.
Guiding Principles
At IslandWood, learning comes alive for children and adults through:
- delivering experiential "hands-on" education
- using the environment as a classroom
- engaging diverse learning styles
- integrating science, technology and the arts
- showcasing sustainable practices
Vision Statement
We envision a future in which all people view themselves as lifelong learners, and share an extraordinary bond of stewardship for the environment, for their communities and for each other.
Community Involvement
A wide range of community programs is available for children, adults and families that enhance individual exploration and understanding of the natural world. IslandWood offers hands-on learning opportunities using the unique ecology and natural history of the Puget Sound. Lifelong learning is encouraged to inspire environmental and community stewardship.
Volunteers at IslandWood share their time, meet people with similar interests, and assist guests in appreciating the unique qualities and valuable education that IslandWood has to offer. Volunteers play an integral role in the everyday functioning of IslandWood and are an active example of community stewardship.
