Volunteer at the CBC!

It takes a village!

Volunteering is a great way to promote safe access to Bellingham Bay by creating opportunities to learn, socialize, and recreate. Build skills, meet your community, and be part of a shared effort to make water sports more accessible and inclusive. We are always excited to welcome new volunteers. Take a look at the opportunities below, and know that there is room for growth within our volunteer program. We are delighted to discover what YOU can bring to our waterfront!

Sign Up today, and check out our Volunteer Appreciation Program here.

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Apply to Volunteer!
Apply to Volunteer!

Where Volunteers Are Most Needed:

3-Hour Waterfront Shifts

Waterfront volunteers help greet visitors, facilitate rentals, and tackle a variety of projects. Volunteers are oriented to our organization and mission on the ground, and if you plan to volunteer in our other programs, a waterfront shift is the jumping-off point to get started!

Examples of volunteer opportunities:

Events

  • Salty socials

  • Beats on the Bay

  • Event photography

Paddling

  • Silver splash

  • Beach sweep

  • Paddle classes

High Priority Needs

  • Tabling & outreach

  • Assist instructor with on-the-water programs

  • Boat and facility maintenance

Sailing

  • Evening Sail on Bellingham Bay

  • Sailing classes

  • Dinghy Race Night

Fleet & Facilities Maintenance

  • Fiberglass repair

  • Wood stitch-and-glue repair

  • Sewing & sail repair