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February 2020
Sound Waters University 2020
Sound Waters University, presented by Sound Water Stewards, brings together people passionate about life in Puget Sound for a whole day of classes to learn about the natural world and the fragile environment of the Salish Sea. Held for almost three decades, this valued educational event attracts 600+ people yearly. No prior knowledge is required to attend - just an interest in learning about and taking care of this amazing place that we call home. Learn more and register here: https://soundwaterstewards.org/sw/2020/…
Find out more »Mercer Slough Nature Park Bird Walk
Come explore the Eastside at Lake Washington's largest freshwater wetland with Seattle Audubon! We'll descend a short but steep hillside into the slough, and then walk around the Bellefields Loop Trail. As we search the woods, channel, and blueberry farm for birds, there will be an emphasis on listening for bird sounds. Binoculars will come in handy, but scopes are not needed. Birders of all levels and ages are welcome. Bathrooms at the Education Center are closed until 10:00 AM.…
Find out more »Washington Park Arboretum Bird Walk
Join Seattle Audubon for a beginner's Bird Walk among the trees of the Arboretum and along the shores of Union Bay. Larry enjoys pointing out the various species and often provides distinguishing photos for illustration. Occasionally, he is able to relate the history of individual Union Bay birds: • Eva and Albert - The 520 Eagles, • Chip and Goldie - our Pileated Woodpeckers and, • Monty and Marsha - our newest pair of Bald Eagles. During the winter, he…
Find out more »Pier Into the Night
Join Harbor WildWatch for an underwater journey of Gig Harbor Bay without getting wet (or needing special certification) through the Pier Into the Night experience. While you stay warm and dry on the dock, our divers use an underwater video camera to live stream exactly what they encounter below the surface. Staff biologists and trained volunteers identify the plants and animals that appear on the 10-ft screen. Saturday, February 1, 6:00 -- 7:00pm This program is FREE; donations are appreciated. …
Find out more »Seaweed Farming in WA: Intensive Training
This intensive training is for people seriously interested in seaweed in Washington State. This 3 to 4-day training will be held in the Seattle area, beginning on February 3rd, 2020. Participation is by application only. APPLICATIONS ARE DUE by 5PM on JANUARY 10, 2020. Click here to access the online application. All applicants for this Intensive Seaweed Farming Training MUST either have attended the November 2019 Introductory Workshop OR have reviewed the recorded workshop presentations (available HERE). If you are unable to…
Find out more »Boat Patrol
Volunteer patrols form a central part of Puget Soundkeeper’s effort to monitor pollution and prevent debris from reaching our waterways. While on patrol, we keep an eye out for abnormal discharges, oil slicks, and other emergent pollution. We also check for the application of best management practices by shoreline businesses. Along the way, volunteers will learn about the history of Seattle’s development and have the opportunity to view our waterways from a unique perspective. Volunteers will ride as passengers in the Soundkeeper…
Find out more »Coastal Inundation Mapping Training
The Washington Department of Ecology's 2-day hands-on training provides an introduction to coastal inundation and coastal inundation mapping methods using GIS. Topics include discussion about different types of coastal inundation (i.e., riverine flooding, shallow coastal flooding, sea level rise, storm surge, tsunami), selection of elevation datasets and datums, mapping fundamentals, spatial methodologies used to map flood areas in a coastal environment, and applications and limitations of various types of inundation products. Coastal Inundation Mapping is a technical class focused specifically…
Find out more »Vancouver International Boat Show
Learn about all things boating at the Vancouver International Boat Show! The event is brought to you by Boating BC Association, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting and highlighting the enjoyment of boating on Canada's West Coast, and to ensuring a positive atmosphere of growth for its members. At the show, look out for the... Washington Sea Grant Booth Floating Show at Granville Island Women's Day, a one-day educational opportunity for woman boaters And over 125 presentations from boating experts…
Find out more »Super Sea Stars: Mini Explorers
Learn about sea stars and their prickly relatives at the Padilla Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve. Come meet live sea stars from our aquariums and learn all about their wanderful ways during this free event. Mini Explorers are the 3-5 year old learners. We look at a new topic each month, with stories, games, hands-on observations, art projects, and plenty of action. Wednesday, February 5, 10:00 - 11:00am; Wednesday, February 5, 1:00 - 2:00pm; Thursday, February 6, 10:00 -…
Find out more »CANCELLED: Lake Union Kayak Patrol
Puget Soundkeeper needs your help each week as they paddle through Lake Union and remove trash from the water while keeping an eye out for other pollution violations. Volunteers will be in double kayaks outfitted with trash bags, grabbers, and nets for scooping debris from the water. The team will paddle to a designated area of the lake and collect any visible trash to properly dispose of back on land. Check out our video to gain a sense of what kayak patrol…
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