Celebrating over 50 years of service in research, outreach and education.
WSG NEWS
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.
New Washington Fishermen’s Convention to spotlight state’s fishing industry
The first-ever Washington Fishermen’s Convention is coming to Westport this winter, aimed at unifying and celebrating the state’s diverse fishing industry.
Meet Danielle Brady, 2025-2026 WSG Keystone Fellow
WSG is excited to announce that Danielle Brady, a current Virginia Tech graduate student, will be working with host Puget Sound Partnership.
Supporting community-led coastal resilience on the Lower Willapa River
Workshops facilitated by WSG and partners help communities identify priorities, scope out solutions, and boost their resilience to coastal hazards.
Three recent graduates selected for the 2025-2025 WSG Hershman Fellowship
We are pleased to announce that recent graduates Delaney Cyphers, Cirque Gammelin, and Courtney Skalley have been awarded the WSG Hershman Fellowship for 2025–2026.
Summer 2025 Sea Star
The newest issue of our biannual magazine is now available.
EVENTS
WSG Seaweed Office Hours | Virtual, October 30
Drop-in office hours for all your seaweed information needs! Zoom link available in event link.
Washington Fishermen’s Convention in Westport | December 4 – December 8
The Washington Fishermen’s Convention is a multi-day 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!
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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?
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