Columbia Springs Employee Directory
EducationWashington, United States11-50 Employees
Columbia Springs is a nonprofit education organization based in Vancouver, Washington, operating on a 100-acre urban green space shared with the historic Vancouver Trout Hatchery. As a 501(c)3 entity, it provides environmental education in an urban setting through structured programs such as field trips, summer camps, and classroom and outdoor learning experiences, along with community initiatives like repair and stewardship activities. The center serves visitors and students seeking hands-on engagement with nature, wildlife observation, and habitat interpretation, aiming to foster awareness of the natural world and responsible stewardship. Positioned within the education sector, Columbia Springs emphasizes experiential learning in a community-focused environment, offering access to trails, a laboratory classroom, and a working hatchery for daily public viewing. Recent developments include enhancements to outdoor facilities and partnerships that support its mission, while continuing to host educational programs and public events on site.