San Juan Island National Historical Park is offering “Connecting on Climate,” a workshop for San Juan educators, on Monday and Tuesday, August 3-4, 2015.  This workshop aims to engage educators in communicating with the public on climate change, as well as understanding both the regional impacts of climate change and the public psychology surrounding it.

Participants can expect to learn about regional challenges caused by these changes, and how to help the public bring about solutions on a local level.  The workshop will be an open dialogue between participants and presenters, so active participation will be encouraged.

There is no cost for this two-day program, which includes National Park Service speakers and a group kayak tour of the west side of San Juan Island.  Land sessions will be held on the NPS Westcott Bay property, and the paddle will be guided by Outdoor Odysseys.  No previous paddling experience is required, and all equipment will be provided.

There is no lodging for the workshop, but lunch will be provided both days.

Participants should expect to complete a community action project of their own design after the conclusion of the workshop.  A stipend of $200 will be available. For more information or to register, contact Raena Parsons by email at Raena_Parsons@nps.gov and by phone at 378-2240 ext. 2222.