Wenatchee River Institute launches 100K campaign to save traveling naturalist program

The Wenatchee River Institute has launched a $100,000 fundraising campaign to save its Traveling Naturalist in the Classroom program, which faces financial challenges after losing key funding. The initiative aims to deliver educational experiences about local ecology to students, helping them connect with nature. As schools increasingly seek innovative educational resources, this program has become a crucial tool for teachers in the region. The campaign emphasizes the urgency of community involvement to sustain the program and its benefits. Local educators have voiced strong support for the Traveling Naturalist program, noting its impact on student engagement and environmental awareness.

With the campaign underway, the institute calls on the community to contribute and ensure the program's continuity. Historical funding patterns suggest that reliance on limited sources has left the program vulnerable. The success of this campaign could set a precedent for future educational initiatives in the area.