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WSG NEWS
WSG Director update: Our federal funding status
On Friday, April 11, news outlets began reporting on the Trump Administration’s proposal to make deep cuts to NOAA funding, including completely eliminating NOAA’s Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research (OAR). Uncertainties around the continuation of federal funding have now grown significantly, causing concern for the future of our program.
Washington Sea Grant Tide’s Out trainings help to skill up the shellfish industry
WSG’s new training series meets a shellfish industry desire for more professional development for its workers.
New research reveals genetic insights key to eelgrass restoration efforts
A WSG-funded study shows that nature, not just nurture, explains whether eelgrass flowers.
Who brings your seafood to you? An interview with Jesse Holden, fisherman, shellfish farmer and geoduck diver
WSG spoke to Jesse Holden about his seafood business, diving for geoduck, and more.
Researchers to map the genome of invasive European green crab
With state funding, WSG will work with Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife and the Woods Hole Oceanographic institution to shed light on a highly invasive species.
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!
EVENTS
From Sea to Soil: Building Resilience for a Healthy Island | Vashon, May 9
Join WSU Extension, VashonBePrepared, and Vashon Nature Center for an event sponsored by the Coastal Hazards Organizational Resilience Team (COHORT). This series of workshops is designed to help Island residents build climate resilience at home and contribute to a more self-sufficient, sustainable Island community. The theme for May 9 is Gardening in a Changing Climate.
Cancelled: Sea Safety and Survival (Drill Instructor) Workshop | Westport, May 10
These Coast Guard-approved workshops meet the training requirements of the Commercial Fishing Safety Act to conduct drills.
Drill Instructor and Fisherman First Aid and Safety Training | Westport, May 15-16
These Coast Guard-approved workshops meet the training requirements of the Commercial Fishing Safety Act to conduct drills and for onboard first aid training.
Heaven on the Half Shell Talk | Cathlamet, May 17
Join author David George Gordon as he discusses three oyster species— the Olympia, Eastern, and Pacific oysters— along with the people who have cultivated these delicacies for many generations.
COASTAL CAFÉ
Funding and Fellowships
Washington Sea Grant Hershman Fellowship
A unique educational opportunity for soon-to-finish graduate students engaged in studies pertaining to ocean and coastal policy issues, this one-year, paid marine policy fellowship matches highly motivated, qualified individuals with host agencies, nonprofits or tribes throughout Washington state.
Applications due: May 2, 2025