NAS WHIDBEY ISLAND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Due to a lapse in appropriations, the federal government has shut down and most civilian employees have been furloughed. Due to that funding lapse, this weekly notification will be suspended starting next week until such time that funding is restored.
This Week
Pheasant Release Program
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
Oak Harbor School District
Central Whidbey Soccer Club
Growing Veterans Volunteer Day
Habitat for Humanity
NMCRS Thrift Shop
Whidbey Camano Land Trust
Island Senior Resources
Organic Farm School at Keystone Farm & Forest Preserve
Pheasant Release Program
Volunteers are needed for the pheasant hunting and bird release program on the Seaplane Base and OLF Coupeville. Volunteers needed to crate and release birds for the Youth and Senior hunts on Sep 12
th-19
th. Also, volunteers needed to crate and release birds during the regular season for Sep 15
th - Nov 30
th on Tuesdays , Wednesdays, Fridays. Saturdays and Sundays. Interested participants can contact Gordon Nowak, the Island County pheasant release coordinator, at 360-969-0184 for addition information and to express interest in volunteering.
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife (WDFW) needs volunteers for stormwater action monitoring of mussels.
WDFW needs people willing to commit to the following tasks:
- Deploying mussels in anti-predator cages to a selected site or sites, including sites on NASWI, during a nighttime low tide: November 3 - 7, 2025, and later retrieving the same mussel cage(s) during a nighttime low tide: January 27 - February 2, 2026 (1-3 hrs. field work per deployment or retrieval event). 4 volunteers needed for NASWI sites, with option to assist with additional sites off-base.
- Processing mussels (create tissue samples) in the Olympia, WA laboratory: March/April 2026 (exact dates TBD)
WDFW will assign volunteers to monitoring locations for mussel cage deployment and retrieval, provide training on how to deploy/retrieve cages, and provide all the necessary equipment. For safety we require at least two people for each site so you may be partnered up with other volunteers. Volunteers are required to comply with partner volunteer organization or WDFW policies and safety procedures.
Interested? Please contact Danielle Nordstrom (
Danielle.Nordstrom@dfw.wa.gov) and note any preference in site or general area assignment. Based on your site assignment location, you will be referred to one of our partner volunteer organizations to register or be asked to register as a direct WDFW volunteer.
Oak Harbor School District
What: Sports Concessions Volunteers
When: Ongoing dates/varying times (see sign-up link)
Where: OHHS
The OHHS Wildcats need your help! Looking for volunteers to sell refreshments at the concession stand during upcoming athletic events. It's a fun way to support our athletes and be part of the Wildcat spirit! Interested? Sign up here:
Concession Volunteers
District Wide
Event: Truck or Treat
Date/Time: Saturday, 10/25/25 from 4-6p
Location: OHHS Parking Lot
Description: Candy distribution, guide traffic & trick-or-treaters, set up & tear down
Contact: Sarah Foy,
sfoy@ohsd.net
Oak Harbor High School
Event: Mock Interviews
Date/Time: 10/09/25, 1:20pm – 2:25pm
Location: OHHS
Description: Mock interviews for students that range from freshman to seniors. Some of the students are currently looking for employment and/or are applying to colleges. The idea is to give these students the experience of an actual Job Interview in order to help prepare them for the real thing.
Contact: Sabrina Underwood,
SUNDERWOOD@ohsd.net or 360-279-5762
Event: Partnership Meeting
Date/Time: 10/30/25, 4:00pm
Location: OHHS, Principal Salisbury’s office
Description: PIE Coordinators partnered with OHHS & Community Partners are encouraged to attend to discuss upcoming needs
Contact: Samantha Philp,
sphilp@ohsd.net
Broadview Elementary
Event: Partnership Meeting
Date/Time: 10/09/25, 2:00pm
Location: BVE
Description: PIE Coordinators partnered with BVE & Community Partners are encouraged to attend to discuss upcoming needs
Contact: Michelle Maxwell,
mmaxwell@ohsd.net
Hillcrest Elementary
Event: Popcorn Friday Date/Time: 10/10/25, 9:00am – 12:35pm Location: Hillcrest Elementary
Description: Help pop, bag, and distribute Popcorn
Contact: Alana Brown/HCE PTA,
hillcrestpta7@gmail.com
Wildcats
The OHHS Wildcats are seeking volunteers to sell refreshments at the concession stand during upcoming athletic events. Interested? Sign up here:
Concession Volunteers
Central Whidbey Soccer Club
The Central Whidbey Soccer Club, a nonprofit youth soccer organization serving civilian and military families in the Coupeville and lower Oak Harbor areas, is looking for volunteer coaches for the following teams.
·
U15 COED Team - an
assistant coach to help with practices and games.
·
Girls U6 Team – Head Coach
Practice Location
All practices are held locally in Coupeville at Fort Casey fields.
The Soccer Club will provide the following:
- A coaching gear binder with drills, strategies, and resources
- An official coach hoodie
- Full support from our board members and experienced coaches
- Flexible responsibilities — especially for assistant coaches
No prior coaching experience is required — just enthusiasm and a willingness to support the players!
Please contact Monica Grant, Registrar for Central Whidbey Soccer Club, if you are interested at
www.centralwhidbeysoccer.com
Growing Veterans Volunteer Day
Contact Info:
Michael@growingveterans.org (360) 553-3577x2
Time: Every Saturday 10am-2pm (Through - October)
Place: 765 Wonn Road, Greenbank (Behind all the buildings up on the hill to the left)
About Us: (Growingveterans.org) We are a non-profit organization based in mental health wellness through farming and gardening. We help build community through shared purpose and belonging using dirt therapy as a way to connect with the land and each other.
What to expect: We typically do a quick check-in then we get started with a variety of activities ranging from weeding garden beds to pruning tomatoes and cucumbers depending on the time of year it is.
What to bring: Gloves, water and wear whatever you don't mind getting dirty
NMCRS Thrift Shop
Location: Seaplane Base, Bldg 13, NMCRS Thrift Shop
Contact Info:
whidbeyisland@nmcrs.org (360) 257-2728
Times: Monday-Friday 0800-1600, Thursdays 0800-1800,
Select Saturdays (Sept 27, Oct 18, Nov 15) 0930-1330
Time commitment: ½ hour to full day, you choose!
About Us: We are a non-profit organization supporting military families with essential needs and UNIFORMS.
What to wear: Comfortable clothing.
Benefits: We will track your volunteer hours and provide this info as needed! Helping military members and their families. And we have great snacks!
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Habitat for Humanity - Whidbey Island
Help Build Homes and Hope!
Habitat for Humanity of Island County needs volunteers to support affordable housing on Whidbey Island. No construction experience? No problem—we provide training, tools, and safety gear. Join us to make a difference!
Opportunities:
Construction: Help build homes (ages 18+). Tasks vary; no skills required.
Other Roles: Assist at Habitat Stores or events (details upon sign-up).
Prerequisites:
Must be 18+ for construction.
Submit a 2023 Volunteer Waiver and Background Check Release (sent after registration).
Complete a Volunteer Orientation (Wednesdays at 2:00 PM or by arrangement).
How to Join:
Register at islandcountyhabitat.org/volunteer/volunteer-shifts/.
Await clearance email with shift sign-up instructions.
Pick a shift via the “Choose a Shift” page.
What to Bring:
Weather-appropriate, durable clothing.
Closed-toe shoes.
Water and snacks (lunch not provided).
Schedule:
Shifts vary—check the website for current options, typically daytime, full or half-day.
Contact:
Email volunteer@islandcountyhabitat.com or call 360-679-9444 with questions. Let’s build a brighter future together!
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Whidbey Camano Land Trust
Dugualla Blackberry Removal
Friday, October 10, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Say goodbye to invasive blackberries! Come rescue plantings at this conservation easement in Oak Harbor.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Celebrate Orca Recovery Day at Keystone Preserve
Saturday, October 18, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Bring your pod to help with beach clean-up and invasive species removal for the orcas! In addition to the work party, join us and the Whidbey Island Conservation District for other orca-related activities offered that day.
Learn more here.
Difficulty Level: Easy to Moderate
Saratoga Woods Work Party
Tuesday, October 21, 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Help keep Island Country trails outside of Langley walkable and rideable by trimming back vegetation and removing weeds.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Keystone Preserve Work Party
Wednesday, October 29, 9:00am - 12:00 pm
Weed removal, trail building and farm assistance – oh my! Help out at this preserve in Coupeville, not yet open to the public.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Please register at:
www.wclt.org/get-involved/volunteer/volunteer-calendar
Work parties are affected by inclement weather and vegetation growth. Project descriptions are broad because we don’t know the exact work needed until closer to the date. If you have questions about a specific work party, or want to learn more about volunteer opportunities, please reach out to Taylor Schmuki at
taylor@wclt.org.
Additional Volunteer Opportunities
Organic Farm School at Keystone Farm & Forest Preserve
Fridays from 9:00 am -11:00 am
Join our partners, Whidbey Island Organic Farm School, at Keystone Preserve on Fridays to clean the barn and prepare a future cover crop demonstration site. Tasks will include wheelbarrowing, power washing, mowing, trimming and planting!
Questions and registration to Judy at
judy@organicfarmschool.org
Island Senior Resources
Volunteers needed! Island Senior Resources (ISR) is a Non-Profit 501(3)c organization, serving Island County since 1972, that provides essential resources for older/disabled adults, their families, and caregivers. We are seeking volunteers in a couple different programs to assist a few times a month.
Our Meals on Wheels program provides food delivery assistance to homebound seniors three days a week. We are always looking for more drivers who can work on a consistent schedule or as a backup driver. Drivers will be trained with an experienced volunteer to learn a delivery route. ISR delivers meals Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Our Medical Transportation program drives clients to medical appointments across five different counties. While some drivers prefer to drive close to home, some drivers prefer going to Bellingham or Seattle. We drive clients Monday – Friday. Our Meals on Wheels and Medical Transportation drivers are eligible for gas reimbursement.
Volunteers must be 18 years or older, but youth are encouraged to volunteer with their guardian. These programs are seeking help from active-duty military, reserves, contractors, civilians, and dependents. So, pass along this info to anyone seeking to enrich their lives with human connection. Our goal is for our volunteers to commit to a few shifts per month, even a once-a-month commitment would help our program’s ability to provide assistance to our disabled and aging community members.
For more information or to sign up, contact Volunteer Coordinator, Bailey Todd, at
bailey@islandseniorservices.org or go to senior-resources.org/volunteering/ to learn more.
Volunteer Chore Program
The Volunteer Chore Program is a new program at Whidbey Island that assists with day-to-day chores such as yard care, grocery shopping, dog walking, medical transportation and housekeeping for elderly residents over 60 who are financially qualified. This program is administered by The Volunteer Center with the Opportunity Council. If you are interested in participating, please contact Ross Labrenz at (360) 679-6577 ext. 2133.
If you have volunteer opportunities, please send all submission requests to:
naswipao@us.navy.mil