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February 2020
Marine Weather Workshop in Poulsbo
Learn to read the weather before you head out on the water. Washington Sea Grant and the Port of Poulsbo are cosponsoring a Marine Weather Workshop. Topics to be covered include: The relationships of atmospheric pressure and wind Determining the path and speed of squalls The strong wind systems found in the Northwest and how to avoid them The key features of low pressure systems How 500mb wind patterns can help you find “weather windows” for safe passages How pressure…
Find out more »Wild Seafood Exchange
Wild Seafood Exchange is a one day conference aimed at the independent commercial fisherperson who wants to learn about marketing and direct marketing to restaurants, retailers, brokers and seafood buyers. Hear from restaurants and retailers, brokers and seafood buyers about what they need from you. Hear from your colleagues about their business through small business case studies. Learn about funding sources for business operations, new equipment, vessel reposers and new construction. State and federal sources, as well as private lending will…
Find out more »March 2020
Teaching Climate Change and O.A.
Padilla Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve hosts Carbonated Water: Teaching Climate Change and Ocean Acidification, a professional development workshop for middle and high school teachers. Participants in this workshop will: • Gain knowledge of climate change and ocean acidification in the Pacific Northwest • Explore sources of local environmental data and work towards incorporating data into inquiry-based science learning experiences; • Receive materials and activities included in the Ocean Sciences Sequence (OSS) curriculum on Climate Change developed by UC Berkeley Lawrence…
Find out more »April 2020
CANCELED: Coast Guard-Approved First Aid at Sea Workshop in Port Townsend
It is with an abundance of caution that the director of Washington Sea Grant has decided to cancel this event. Washington Sea Grant does not want to risk anyone’s health and wellness given the outbreak of the COVID-19 virus in our state. Current information regarding the University’s communications and protocols can be found at uw.edu/coronavirus. Rescheduling information will be posted soon. Thank you for your support of Washington Sea Grant programs. ** Washington Sea Grant, WSU Jefferson County Extension and the…
Find out more »CANCELED: Coast Guard-Approved First Aid at Sea Workshop in Seattle
It is with an abundance of caution that the director of Washington Sea Grant has decided to cancel this event. Washington Sea Grant does not want to risk anyone’s health and wellness given the outbreak of the COVID-19 virus in our state. Current information regarding the University’s communications and protocols can be found at uw.edu/coronavirus. Rescheduling information will be posted soon. Thank you for your support of Washington Sea Grant programs. ** Washington Sea Grant and Port of Seattle Fishermen’s Terminal are…
Find out more »September 2020
OneNOAA Science Seminar
OneNOAA Science Seminars are a joint effort by several NOAA seminar partners to help share science and climate seminars and information across NOAA and our constituents. This week's seminar is Empowered to Lead: Inspiring the Next Generation of Leaders, presented by Albert (Benjie) Spencer, Chief Engineer, Director, Engineering Standards, NOAA's National Weather Service. Learn more and register at the event webpage!
Find out more »National Tribal and Indigenous Climate Conference
The Institute for Tribal Environmental Professionals (ITEP) is honored to host the United States’ First Biennial National Tribal and Indigenous Climate Conference (NTICC) along with support from the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) Tribal Resilience Program. The NTICC is open to all US tribal nations and Indigenous Peoples from throughout the world, with an emphasis on including our Elders and Youth. The NTICC will convene experts on climate change and will include a balance of Traditional Indigenous Knowledges and Western…
Find out more »October 2020
Shellfish Conference and Tradeshow
The Pacific Coast Shellfish Growers Association and National Shellfisheries Association - Pacific Coast Section Shellfish Conference and Tradeshow is an opportunity for growers, researchers, agency staff, industry partners and students to explore new research findings, consider public policy issues facing the shellfish industry, and to share stories and learn from each others’ experiences. While we will miss seeing you in person, we are excited that this virtual meeting will offer new opportunities to expand participation and remove geographical barriers. Check…
Find out more »Environmental Justice Training Webinar
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s next State EJ Training Webinar session will focus on “Incorporating Equity in Disaster Mitigation and Climate Adaptation Programs.” In light of current severe weather events both proliferating and intensifying, this webinar is extremely relevant and timely. It will feature presentations from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection on social vulnerability assessment, the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs on the state’s equity investments in its climate adaptation programs, and the North Carolina Department…
Find out more »Online Training: Oil Spill Awareness and Response Support
Join Seattle Audubon for an online training: Oil Spill Awareness and Response Support. Each year, over 20 billion gallons of oil and other hazardous chemicals are transported in Puget sound. Trained volunteers can support spill response and assessment. Volunteers from diverse organizations will help build a network to respond to an oil spill emergency. For more information contact Patricia Townsend, patricia.townsend@wsu.edu. Learn more and register here.
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