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May 2020
CANCELLED: Lightning Talks
Join the Seattle Aquarium for a fun, all ages evening featuring fascinating, five-minute glimpses into the latest marine and ocean science from local scientists and science enthusiasts. General admission: $25 Member admission: $20 When: Thursday, May 28, 2020 at 6:30--10:00pm Where: Seattle Aquarium 1483 Alaskan Way Seattle, WA 98101
Find out more »Webinar: MAFAC Seafood Task Group
How Do We Increase Consumption in the U.S.– Is It Time to Revisit the Idea of a National Seafood Council? Price: Free- Sponsored by Seafood Expo North America/Seafood Processing North America Panelists: MAFAC Members Megan Davis, Roger Berkowitz, Stefanie Moreland, Sebastian Belle Moderator: Cliff White, SeafoodSourceonOn Per capita consumption of seafood in the United States has been held back by perception problems and lack of seafood literacy, which has only been exacerbated by the COVID-19 crisis, resulting in an amplification…
Find out more »June 2020
2020 UN Ocean Conference
The Ocean Conference, co-hosted by the Governments of Kenya and Portugal, comes at a critical time as the world is strengthening its efforts to mobilize, create and drive solutions to realize the 17 Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. As one of the first milestones of UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres’ newly launched Decade of Action for the Sustainable Development Goals, the Conference will propel much needed science-based innovative solutions aimed at starting a new chapter of global ocean action. Solutions for…
Find out more »Virtual Spring Seminar Series
Zoom into the School of Aquatic and Fisheries Science’s Virtual Spring Seminar series every Thursday at 4pm. Stick around after the presentation for a virtual TGIT with the SAFS community. See event details at the event webpage.
Find out more »Youth Fishing Derby
Join The Center for Wooden Boats for their annual FREE Youth Fishing Derby at Cama Beach State Park! Open to the public, this event is a fun family fishing derby for kids 15 and younger. On this Free Fishing Weekend, fishing licenses are not required of anyone to fish in Washington. Saturday is also a free day at all Washington State Parks so a Discover Pass will not be required on Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife or Washington State Park lands, but will be…
Find out more »World Oceans Day
On World Oceans Day, people around our blue planet celebrate and honor our ocean, which connects us all. Get together with your family, friends, community, and millions of others around our blue planet to start creating a better future. By working together, we can -- and will -- protect and restore our shared ocean. Join this growing global celebration on 8 June with continuing engagement year-round! Learn more about how you can take action on the ocean's behalf here!
Find out more »World Oceans Day Paddle Plog
Honor World Oceans Day with a community cleanup event for Green Lake! We will paddle the perimeter of the lake and pick up trash. Gloves and bags will be provided. Plogging started in Sweden as a combination of jogging and picking up trash - a way to have a positive environmental impact while getting some exercise. Bring your own equipment, or rent ours for the reduced rate of $12. This event is organized by SUP Yoga Seattle. When: Monday, June…
Find out more »PTMSC New Volunteer Info Session
Volunteering with the Port Townsend Marine Science Center is a great way to get involved in your community, meet new people, and take action to help the Salish Sea. Whether you’re a retired professor or a novice to marine biology, there’s room for everyone! You don’t need a science background, just enthusiasm, passion, and a willingness to try new things. To sign up or find out more, contact Gabriele at 360.385.5582 x120 or volunteer@ptmsc.org. When: Tuesday, June 9, 2020…
Find out more »World Ocean Weekend
Celebrate the world’s one big ocean with the Seattle Aquarium and learn to be an ocean hero! Everyone, no matter where they live, can help keep the ocean clean and healthy. Learn how with a variety of hands-on activities and special demonstrations. When: Saturday, June 13 -- Sunday, June 14, 2020 Where: Seattle Aquarium 1483 Alaskan Way Seattle, WA 98101
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