Water Resources Education Center

Join us for a free tour of the City of Vancouver’s Marine Park Wastewater Treatment Facility. This 90-minute walking tour will take you behind the scenes of what happens to all the water that goes down the drains in your home, school, or business. From a flush, to laundry, to washing dishes, all the water we use goes into underground pipes and to a treatment plant to be cleaned. Learn how to care for our water and our utilities in this unique tour.

Tour is suitable for ages 8 and older. Closed-toed shoes required for all tour participants. Expect to walk 0.75 on paved surfaces. Participants will encounter several stairways during the tour of this facility and will need to be able to traverse multiple staircases. Tour is 20% indoors and 80% outdoors. All safety gear will be provided to participants.

Meet at the Water Resources Education Center. Detailed logistics will be sent to registered participants.

Registration is required and space is limited. Sign up today!

If the event becomes full, please contact the Water Center at [email protected] or 360-487-7111 to add your name to the waitlist.

Join us on a Wednesday morning guided nature walk where we will explore the rich ecosystems along the Columbia River and adjacent wetland. As we wander, we’ll discover native plants, search for wildlife, and learn how these vibrant waterways support life all around us. Whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned nature lover, there’s always something new to see and learn on the trail.

This program is great for families with youth ages 6 and older as well as adults who want to get out and wander! Be prepared to walk 2 miles on paved pathways, unpaved wetland trails, and along sandy beaches.

Registration is required. Sign up today!

If the event becomes full, please contact the Water Center at [email protected] or 360-487-7111 to add your name to the waitlist.

Wednesday, October 28, 2026
10:00 am – 12:00 pm Wednesday, November 25, 2026
10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Join us on a Wednesday morning guided nature walk where we will explore the rich ecosystems along the Columbia River and adjacent wetland. As we wander, we’ll discover native plants, search for wildlife, and learn how these vibrant waterways support life all around us. Whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned nature lover, there’s always something new to see and learn on the trail.

This program is great for families with youth ages 6 and older as well as adults who want to get out and wander! Be prepared to walk 2 miles on paved pathways, unpaved wetland trails, and along sandy beaches.

Registration is required. Sign up today!

If the event becomes full, please contact the Water Center at [email protected] or 360-487-7111 to add your name to the waitlist.

Wednesday, October 28, 2026
10:00 am – 12:00 pm Wednesday, November 25, 2026
10:00 am – 12:00 pm