Pledge to vote NO on I-2117 this November. We can’t afford it.

Are you a Coast Salish artist with a passion for creating captivating designs? We're seeking a talented individual to design a logo for the Coast Salish Youth Coalition. SUBMISSIONS DUE MON. MARCH 25TH

The Madrona Institute Published 2023 Annual Report - check it out now!

This summer, Alchemy Art Center celebrated the successful conclusion of its second annual "Young Environmentalists" program made possible by The Madrona Institute’s Special License Plate Stewardship Grant Program.

Friends of the San Juans works with the Friday Harbor High School Eco-Club, fostering the next generation of environmental and climate leaders.

The San Juan Island Naturalist Program piloted "Fireside Naturalist Chats” on West Side of San Juan Island in 2023

Coast Salish Youth Coalition, nominated by the Nature Conservancy, receives a 2023 Forward Award from the Washington Wildlife & Recreation Coalition

Children of the Setting Sun Productions (CSSP) wraps up filming of Episode 1 of 'The Sound', and Indigenous-created and cast narrative production centering the voices of native youth and their journeys of self-discovery and reconnecting with their culture and place.

San Juan Agricultural Guild reflects on 2023 Regenerative Farm Tours held at Sweet Earth Farm on San Juan Island and Warm Valley Farm on Orcas Island.

Join us for an evening of inspiration, collaboration, and networking as we wrap up The Madrona Institute's 2023 Climate Action Speaker series! This networking series is a chance to connect with like-minded individuals and organizations passionate about making a real difference in the local area.

Join us this Thursday, October 12th to hear from Jay Kimball, San Juan County Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee, and Vince Dauciunas, OPALCO, to discuss the County’s plan, electric vehicles, resilient energy systems, "Switch it up" program, experimental projects, and more. Also, hear from Sen. Liz Lovelett for an introduction!

Join us this Thursday, Sept 28th to hear from Chuck Greene with Friday Harbor Labs as he discusses climate adaptation through marine carbon sequestration & seaweed/agal solutions. Also hear from Paul Cereghino with NOAA Restoration Center, about federal programs that are supporting local resiliency.

Join us this Thursday, Sept 14th to hear about “Climate Solutions at the State Level” with Joel Creswell from the Department of Ecology. During September and October 2023, The Madrona Institute is partnering with the University of Washington Friday Harbor Labs to host our Climate Action Speaker Series.

Upcoming Event: Building Community Through Decolonization with Dr. Gerry Ebalaroza-Tunnell

During September and October 2023, The Madrona Institute is partnering with the University of Washington Friday Harbor Labs to host our Climate Action Speaker Series! Each free event will host engaging and knowledgeable speakers highlighting various topics.