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July 2017
What is the State of Your Oyster?
State of the Oyster Study volunteers invite you to join them to look at bacterial contamination on privately owned beaches in Hood Canal and throughout Puget Sound. See flyer for more information.
Find out more »August 2017
Summer Beach Explorations: Kingston Ferry Beach
Join Kitsap Beach Naturalists to explore the wonders of the rich and colorful sea life exposed during low tide. Beach explorations are open to the public, and naturalists will be on hand to share resources and knowledge with you. Tell your family and friends, and we will see you at the beach! Beach Walks are supported by Washington Sea Grant and coordinated by WSG Marine Ecologist Jeff Adams and others.
Find out more »What is the State of Your Oyster?
State of the Oyster Study volunteers invite you to join them to look at bacterial contamination on privately owned beaches in Hood Canal and throughout Puget Sound. See flyer for more information.
Find out more »Well Education and Testing
WET invites you to take a look at the health of your well and learn about keeping your drinking water safe. Washington State Department of Health recommends annual testing of individual wells for fecal coliform bacteria; testing your water is the best solution to identify possible contamination. WET provides homeowners with a local, inexpensive way to test their well water. COST: coliform sample ($25.00); lead sample ($15.00) Samples and WET Collection Form should be dropped off at the following locations between noon…
Find out more »Summer Beach Explorations: Poulsbo
Join Kitsap Beach Naturalists to explore the wonders of the rich and colorful sea life exposed during low tide. Beach explorations are open to the public, and naturalists will be on hand to share resources and knowledge with you. Tell your family and friends, and we will see you at the beach! Beach Walks are supported by Washington Sea Grant and coordinated by WSG Marine Ecologist Jeff Adams and others. *State parks require Discover Pass or admission fee
Find out more »September 2017
Whatcom Water Week
Whatcom Water Week is a week-long event that celebrates our local water resources. Businesses, non-profit organizations and community groups celebrate the importance of water, share information about the state of the resource, offer stewardship opportunities, and expand awareness and appreciation of our marine and fresh water resources and the role water plays in our lives. This year's events include: Baker to Bay Symposium, Streams of Thought Film Festival, Run with the Chums 5k fun run/walk, salmon sighting and international coastla cleanup. See…
Find out more »Gardening Green sustainable landscaping class
Gardening Green provides practical information and simple yet powerful actions to protect the environment and human health. This is a relaxed, fun class that incorporates presentations, demonstrations, hands-on experiences, a native plant walk, and tours of sustainable landscapes. By the end of class you will have completed a master plan of the changes you want to make. Includes an on-site consultation at your property and a class manual. The course is held over six sessions from September 18 - October…
Find out more »Baker to Bay Symposium
The Whatcom Watersheds Information Network in association with multiple sponsors is hosting the 2017 Baker to Bay Symposium at the Ferndale Event Center. This two-day event will bring together stakeholders, managers, governments, businesses, community members, and scientists to share information about ecosystem recovery actions in Whatcom County in a manner that combines and coordinates data/research with community interests and needs. Day 1 will focus on "Community Perspectives, Challenges, and Solutions." The event is designed for a general audience and will feature…
Find out more »Gardening Green sustainable landscaping class
Gardening Green provides practical information and simple yet powerful actions to protect the environment and human health. This is a relaxed, fun class that incorporates presentations, demonstrations, hands-on experiences, a native plant walk, and tours of sustainable landscapes. By the end of class you will have completed a master plan of the changes you want to make. Includes an on-site consultation at your property and a class manual. The course is held over six sessions from September 18 - October…
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