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WSG NEWS
The Washington Fishermen’s Conference is a month away — register now for only $25!
Thanks to the generous support of our sponsors, the next 25 conference tickets sold will be only $25!
First king tides of the season reach Washington shores this week
The first series of king tides, the highest high tides of the year, is set to reach Washington shores November 5-9.
Discover West Coast Seafood one bite at a time
The new Discover West Coast Seafood website, collaboratively created by California, Oregon and Washington Sea Grant programs, combines practical tools and regional knowledge to showcase the region’s marine bounty.
Economic convergence in coastal Washington: How COVID-19 changed regional unemployment
A new economic analysis from WSG Coastal Economist Kevin Decker explores the narrowing unemployment gaps in Washington’s rural coastal counties compared to the state average.
WSG Puget Sound Science Research Fellowship launches with two new fellows
The WSG Puget Sound Science Research Fellowship aims to support graduate students conducting research that advances Puget Sound recovery.
Kate Litle, WSG interim director, wins 2025 Washington Governor’s Outstanding Leadership Award
A big congratulations to Kate—thank you for all that you bring to WSG and to the Washington coastal communities that we serve.
Restorative aquaculture: the science behind increasing subsistence access to basket cockles for the Suquamish Tribe
WSG-funded researchers investigate how to grow cockle abundance while preserving the health of wild populations.
Photo story: Training future seafood farmers
This summer, NOAA and Washington Sea Grant introduced 50 Seattle-area middle schoolers to seafood farming career paths through an aquaculture-themed science workshop – the first-ever NOAA Aquaculture Science Camp.
WSG welcomes inaugural cohort of Coastal Resilience Fellows
We are pleased to announce that recent graduates Anabel Baker, Elyse Kelsey, Madeleine Lucas and Rich Desanto have been awarded the Washington Sea Grant Coastal Resilience Fellowship for 2025–2027.
EVENTS
Crabber/Towboat Lane Agreement Meeting | Astoria, OR, November 7
The second biannual meeting for the Crabber-Towboat Lane Agreement and West Coast Obstructions and Navigation Update (WCONU)
Pacific Marine Expo | Seattle, November 20-22
For anyone who makes their living on the water, Pacific Marine Expo features exhibitors showcasing the latest in products, technologies, and services. Learn best practices, catch up with old and new friends, and visit WSG’s booth at the expo!
Washington Fishermen’s Convention in Westport | December 4 – December 8
Thanks to the generous support from our sponsors, the next 25 conference tickets sold will be only $25! Register today!
The Washington Fishermen’s Convention is a learning and networking opportunity for new and experienced fishermen. Featuring hands-on training, networking opportunities and educational sessions, and a daylong on-water practicum for new deckhands to practice their skills, the Washington Fishermen’s Convention has something for everyone in the commercial fishing industry. Register by November 15!
COASTAL CAFÉ
Dig Deeper
50th Anniversary Story Map
Clean Marina
Coastal Connections
Coastal Hazards Resilience Network
Coast Nerd Gazette
Indigenous Aquaculture
Pumpout Washington
Seabird Bycatch
Self-Guided Field Trips
Shoreline & Coastal Planners Group
SoundToxins
Washington Coast Economist
Washington Coast Shellfish Aquaculture Study
Washington Seaweed Collaborative
Willapa–Grays Harbor Estuary Collaborative
WSG Crab Team
WSG News Blog
Where is Washington Sea Grant?
Explore the Washington Sea Grant Story Map by clicking any point on the map – and learn what we are up to around the State!