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June 2020
Tides & Currents – Virtual Class
Tides and currents are a huge part of boating in the Salish Sea. Knowing the forces at work, the resources available and the boat skills needed to safely operate is paramount to a successful on-the-water adventure. Kayak, inflatable, sailboat, or powerboat—all are affected by the rise and fall of the tide. Whether a day trip on Port Townsend Bay or a trip up the Inside Passage, this class will help you with safe boat-trip planning. This class is offered via…
Find out more »Online STEM Workshop
Join Harbor WildWatch's Science Specialist Stena for an interactive, Facebook LIVE lesson about the rock cycle. Gather up the supplies below beforehand, and tune in at 2 p.m. on Harbor WildWatch's main Facebook page. Interaction highly encouraged! Supplies: Starbursts (or other taffy like candy). Cutting board Knife Microwave/stove top and pan In this lesson we will be learning about the three categories of rocks using candy to demonstrate.
Find out more »July 2020
Online 2020 Summer Beach Walk
Join the Port Townsend Marine Science Center (remotely) for a series of online streaming Low Tide Walk events! Instead of the usual public programs, they're going to be hosting a social-distancing friendly version. You can participate from home via social media during the scheduled event time, or visit a local tide pooling spot near you (while following current social distancing and recreation safety guidelines) for a self-guided experience. Staying home? Tune in to Stories on their Instagram page @ptmarinescictr during the scheduled…
Find out more »Electronic Navigation & VHF – Virtual Class
This is an introduction to the many electronic tools and instruments that can help us navigate safely: Depth Sounders, GPS, Chart Plotters, AIS, Radar and VHF radios. The class features a discussion of the common errors associated with each system and what they can and can not tell you. Includes video from our Simulator, and a chance to practice mayday calls. This class is offered via Zoom by the Northwest Maritime Center. Click the event website link below to register…
Find out more »Nature & Health Speaks – Online Lecture
In 2019, GirlTrek, Washington Trails Association, and the USDA Forest Service’s PNW Research Station came together to learn about mutual interests in trails, health, and inclusive outdoor spaces, with an interest in getting more people outside enjoying the benefits of time in nature. They'll share what they’ve learned through meetings, walking together, and focus groups. Presenters: Trina Baker, Puget Sound Organizer, GirlTrek Lee Cerveny, PhD, Research Social Scientist, USDA Forest Service Monika Derrien, PhD, Research Social Scientist, USDA Forest Service…
Find out more »Virtual MRC Symposium: Session #6
This is the sixth of a multi-part series called the Virtual Marine Resource Committee (MRC) Symposium, hosted by the Northwest Straits Commission. Representatives from Island MRC will highlight projects, successes and lessons learned during this session. Register here.
Find out more »The River That Made Seattle
TownHall Livestream of "The River That Made Seattle": BJ Cummings with James Rasmussen & Paulina Lopez For centuries, the Duwamish River has drawn people to its shores for trading, transport, and sustenance. Unfortunately, the very utility of the river has been its undoing, as decades of dumping led to the river being declared a Superfund cleanup site. Using previously unpublished accounts by Indigenous people and settlers, author BJ Cummings shares the river’s story in pursuit of restoring the Duwamish River…
Find out more »Killer Whale Tales in Olympic Coast National Marine Sanctuary
Join Jeff Hogan, founder of Killer Whale Tales, and national marine sanctuary staff for an interactive virtual experience learning all about Southern Resident killer whales and Olympic Coast National Marine Sanctuary. During this live interaction game, students will play the role of scientist who collects and analyzes fish scales left over from predation events from Southern Resident killer whales. Using data collected by the researchers at Northwest Fisheries Science Center, participants will be able to chart and record not only the types…
Find out more »No Impact Docking – Virtual Class
How to dock without fear (or damages)! No yelling! No leaping! We’ll see slides, handouts, and tips for successful docking strategies for keelboats and trawlers, and how to practice them. We’ll learn how to use prop walk, winds, and spring lines to your advantage…the finer points of docking without bow thrusters or twin screws. This class is offered via Zoom by the Northwest Maritime Center. Click the event website link below to register and learn more!
Find out more »Demystifying Science through Video
NOAA Live! Webinar: Demystifying Science through Video with filmmaker Paul Hillman Science can be a tough nut to crack for a lot of people, and sometimes getting the information straight from a scientist can be full of technical jargon and difficult to understand. But science is the backbone for many of the decisions and policies made at NOAA, and we want to effectively communicate this science to you. To do this, we have a team of filmmakers that create videos…
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