Molt Search Training: Seattle

Discover how a simple walk along the beach can help protect Puget Sound. This interactive shoreline program introduces participants to local crab species and the Molt Search monitoring program, supported by Washington Sea Grant. You’ll learn how to identify crab molts, conduct a short beach search, and contribute to community science efforts tracking invasive green crabs. All ages welcome.

This free training is hosted by the City of Seattle and provided in-person at Golden Gardens Park by Washington Sea Grant staff.

Sign up in advance via City of Seattle Parks & Rec: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/seattle/activity/search/detail/82978 (registration opens March 3rd)

What to bring:

• shoes comfortable for uneven, occasionally slick and rocky shoreline terrain
• clothing for extended time outdoors, rain or shine.
• snacks & water
• a container (e.g. tupperware or baggie) to collect molts

For questions, email crabteam@uw.edu

More info on Molt Search: wsg.washington.edu/moltsearch

Photo: Past Molt Search training in action (photo credit: Jess Newley)