fishermen – Washington Sea Grant

Sea Safety and Survival (Drill Instructor) and Fishermen First Aid and Safety Training (FFAST) | Cathlamet, May 27-28

Washington Sea Grant is holding a combined Sea Safety and Survival (Drill Instructor) and Fishermen First Aid and Safety Training (FFAST).

The Coast Guard-approved Sea Safety and Survival course meets the training requirements of the Commercial Fishing Safety Act to conduct drills. Coursework combines lectures and hands-on experience with the safety and survival equipment that is now required for commercial fishing vessels. Participants will learn about emergency procedures and will be trained to develop appropriate emergency drills for their own vessels.

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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 ...

Fishermen’s Fall Festival

From the website:

Join us for a day of remembrance, education, live performances, and fun hands-on activities! Activities include a salmon barbecue, Kraken bouncy house, wooden boat building, free boat tours courtesy of Seattle Sea Scouts, and more.

All proceeds from the festival go to Seattle Fishermen’s Memorial. Learn more at the Fishermen’s Fall Festival website.