Get your feet wet in the fascinating world of marine science
Become a volunteer! Engage with visitors from around the world as they explore exhibits about the natural wonders of the Oregon coast and cutting-edge marine research.
Pictured left: Volunteer David Muerdter (wearing a blue cap) watches a person touch a sea anemone in the indoor tide pool at Oregon Sea Grant’s Visitor Center.
Nearly 100 volunteers donate their time to the Hatfield Visitor Center. Our volunteers help with a wide array of duties, including:
- Engage and educate the public in the Visitor Center
- Lead summer estuary tours
- Work with visiting field trip groups
- Behind-the-scenes projects, such as creating new public programming
- Help with exhibit development
As long as you are a lifelong learner over the age of 18, we welcome you to apply!
Pictured left: Volunteer Barbara leads a guided estuary walk.