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April 2020
CANCELED: First Aid At Sea Course – Bellingham
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 the Port of Bellingham…
Find out more »Coastal Cafe Podcast
Washington Sea Grant, in partnership with KPTZ 91.9 FM in Port Townsend, WA, produces Coastal Cafe, a science-based radio program focusing on regional marine science news. Coastal Cafe brings the latest in marine science information directly to coastal communities in Washington State. Hosts Aaron Barnett and MaryAnn Wagner explore science with researchers, policy experts and people who live and work on the coast about issues impacting Washington State coastal communities and the natural environment. This week’s program is: Growing impacts of…
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. This week, hear from Ivan Arismendi, Assistant Professor in the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife at Oregon State University. See event details at the event webpage.
Find out more »POSTPONED: 16th Norm Blanchard W.O.O.D. Regatta
Join in the fun at The Center for Wooden Boats’ 16th Norm Blanchard W.O.O.D. (Wooden Open & One Design) Regatta, honoring the best-known name in wooden boatbuilding and yachting in the Pacific Northwest. Norman C. Blanchard’s Blanchard Boat Company turned out more than 2,000 boats in 60+ years during the past century. Quality, performance and longevity are the hallmarks of Norm Blanchard. The Norm Blanchard W.O.O.D. Regatta is open to ALL wooden boats - from El Toros to large racer…
Find out more »POSTPONED: NOAA Open House 2020
NOAA is turning 50! The federal science agency that provides daily weather forecasts, severe storm warnings, fisheries management, and coastal restoration, is celebrating by opening its doors to the south Florida community with a free open house on April 25th, 2020 from 10:00 a.m to 3:00 p.m. What better way to celebrate Earth Day than seeing science in action with friends and family! The open house will be a fully interactive experience, rotating throughout the two NOAA facilities on Virginia…
Find out more »CANCELLED: Spring Migration Cruise
Port Townsend Marine Science Center’s Bird Migration Cruises offer a unique opportunity for an idyllic natural science adventure, enabling people to gain a better understanding of the relationships between the marine and shoreline ecosystems. Just outside of Port Townsend is an amazing National Wildlife Refuge — Protection Island — home to breeding, nesting, and flyway populations of marine bird species at different times of the year. Nearly 70 percent of the nesting seabird population of Puget Sound and the Straits nest…
Find out more »POSTPONED: Water World
*NOTICE: This workshop is postponed and being rescheduled for September 2020. Registered participants and faculty will be contacted by Centrum for final determinations, further information and refund options. Water World (Grades 5-6), a dynamic collaboration between Centrum and the Port Townsend Marine Science Center, is filled with activities and projects that expand and enhance elementary students’ experience of the marine world through the lenses of both science and art. In collaboration with artists, scientists, and peers from across the state,…
Find out more »CANCELED: The Future of Conservation Policy
Environmental Conversations, a series hosted by EarthLab and the Center for Environmental Politics, features prominent environmental leaders and practitioners who share their perspective on real world environmental policymaking. This initiative is known as Doug and Maggie Walker Environmental Conversations to honor the tremendous impact both Doug and Maggie have had on practical aspects of environmental policy locally, regionally, and nationally. The Spring Environmental Conservation is "The Future of Conservation Policy," with Peter A. Seligmann. When: Tuesday, April 28, 2020, 4:00--6:00pm…
Find out more »POSTPONED: 8th Annual Rising Voices Workshop
*NOTICE: The Rising Voices Workshop will be rescheduled for Fall 2020, or Spring 2021 if necessary. The 8th annual Rising Voices: Climate Resilience through Indigenous and Earth Sciences workshop will build upon previous Rising Voices workshops to focus on exchanges between communities, generations, place-based knowledges, and different ways of knowing to learn from place-based climate resilience actions. The workshop will include: • Group conversations, site visits, panel and poster presentations, and facilitated discussions. • Working groups on health, water, food…
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.
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