Wild Seafood Connection

Washington Sea Grant is proud to sponsor the 2026 Wild Seafood Connection, presented by the Port of Bellingham.

Wild Seafood Connection is a one-day conference aimed at the independent commercial fisherman who wants to learn about direct marketing to restaurants, retailers, brokers, and seafood buyers. Join us for a daylong exchange of ideas and innovations!

Registration is required; please see event page for additional details: https://www.wildseafoodconnect.com/registration/

The first Washington Fishermen’s Convention makes a splash

February 11, 2026

Sign for the WA Fishermen's Convention

Last December, as king tides pushed waves over Westport’s seawall and nudged seawater onto nearby roads, Washington Sea Grant (WSG) hosted a successful first Washington Fishermen’s Convention.

The Washington Fishermen’s Convention aimed to celebrate and unify the state’s diverse fishing industry, gathering longtime, new and aspiring fishermen to ...

Pacific Marine Expo

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If you make your living on the water, you just can’t afford to miss it!

Catch Up with Old and New Friends at Pacific Marine Expo!
Pacific Marine Expo has been held in Seattle for more than 50 years. It’s the one place to check out the latest products, technologies, and services, learn best practices, and catch up with old and new friends.

Pacific Marine Expo has something for everyone within the industry: whether you’re a deckhand seeking to expand ...