Odyssey World International Education Services

11/09/2026

Who needs New Year's resolutions when you can get a head start on that winter glow up? 🎉 Check out these 37 winter squash recipes to squash (heh) your health goals:

List includes: Bolani, Kürbis Suppe, Tikvenik, Locro de zapallo, Domoda.

11/06/2026

Think you know yams? Think again! 🤣 They're not what you think they are. In fact, true yams are distant cousins of sweet potatoes. So, what's the difference? 🤔 Read on to find out! 😉

Learn all about the foodprint of yams, including their impact on the environment, as well as how to shop for them and eat them.

11/03/2026

Squash goals: don't be a gourd, know your winter squash! 🎃 From sweet to nutty, they're not all the same! 🤯 Check out this guide and impress friends with your encyclopedic knowledge of winter gourds!

In the fall and winter months, there is no shortage of hard squash to pique your fancy and delight your tastebuds. Available in all shapes and sizes, hard squash is versatile, delicious and very nutritious.

10/30/2026

What sparks the transformation of a humble pumpkin into a vibrant party icon? 🎃 Is it the power of self-expression, the courage to break free from the ordinary, or the unwavering confidence to say you're actually a fruit and proud? 🍊 Find out what our harvest Queen P has to teach us.

Learn more:

Learn all about the foodprint of pumpkins, including their impact on the environment, as well as how to shop for them and eat them.

10/27/2026

Get ready to unlock the full flavor of the season! 🍁 Clark County Food Bank's Eating Seasonally (Fall) Workshop sparked a wealth of inspiration, and we're excited to share empowering tips and insights to help you make the most of seasonal eating for the rest of the season! 💚

To start, we're starting with Winter Squash. Don’t let the word “winter” fool you: Winter squash is harvested in autumn before a hard frost and stored for later. When most people had root cellars, they would harvest the squash in the fall and store it through the cold season, hence the name.

09/24/2026

Today is Give More 24!

At O.W.I. Education Services, our work comes to life across five focus areas.

Each area looks different, but together they reflect our commitment to creating opportunities, building connection, and growing community.

Your support helps make this work possible!

If you believe in this work, consider making a Give More 24 donation today. Every contribution helps us continue to do this work!

DONATE TODAY: https://mtyc.co/49nzkf

09/11/2026

Young voices deserve to be heard — and heard in their own words.

Join OWIES at the Vancouver Peace & Justice Fair and visit our booth for our Young Voters' Gathering.

Youth are invited to sit down with YTC’s KXRW-trained field reporters and share what matters most to them — on the record, in their own words.

Our YTC media interns will be putting their training into practice as they capture conversations and community stories for Youth Truth Channel radio show.

Date: Saturday, September 12
Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: Esther Short Park

Come share your perspective, connect with other young people, and make your voice part of the conversation.

08/11/2026

OWIES is excited to partner with Live Love Outreach to support local students and families with a free Back-to-School Shopping Event on Saturday, August 15!

Families can choose from school supplies and other back-to-school essentials at no cost.

Event Details:
Saturday, August 15
11:00 AM–3:00 PM
Living Hope Church
2711 NE Andresen Rd
Vancouver, WA 98661

Know a family who could benefit? Please share this post with them!

07/11/2026

Looking for an exciting summer adventure?

OWIES is partnering with Skatedays to provide a FREE skateboarding experience for youth ages 13–18 at Seek Skate Camp in Sandy, Oregon.

Participants will receive:
• Round-trip transportation from Vancouver
• Professional coaching for all skill levels
• Lunch and snacks
• Skateboard and safety gear rentals

Whether you're stepping on a skateboard for the first time or already love to ride, everyone is welcome.

Date: Saturday, July 18, 2026
Spots are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Register today: https://skatewithowies.paperform.co/

Please help us spread the word by sharing this opportunity with youth and families in our community.

07/11/2026

🎙️ Final call to join the Youth Truth Channel!

Do you have a story to tell? Want to learn how to create podcasts, produce radio segments, interview community members, and use media to make a difference?

The Youth Truth Channelis OWIES' new youth-run media initiative, where young people build real-world skills in storytelling, journalism, audio production, and civic engagement while creating content that matters to our community.

Youth participants can explore different reporting pathways, including:

🗳️ Youth Voices in Politics
Report on local issues, elections, civic engagement, and advocacy while helping other young people better understand the world around them.

🌱 Youth Food Justice Alliance
Join a stipend-supported youth leadership internship documenting community-led food justice initiatives through storytelling, interviews, field reporting, and audio production.

Participants in the Youth Food Justice Alliance internship will:
• Receive a stipend based on completed Youth Truth Channel segments
• Participate from July 2026–April 2027
• Commit approximately 5–10 hours per month
• Work through a combination of in-person and hybrid activities

📅 Virtual Information Sessions are this Tuesday!
Meet the team, ask questions, and learn more before workshops begin next week.

👉 Register today: https://linktr.ee/owies

Know a young person who loves storytelling, media, community leadership, or creating change? Tag them below or share this opportunity!