PROGRAM ARCHIVE 2023

AUG 2nd, 2023

Weaving the Web!
This we know: the earth does not belong to humans, humans belong to the Earth. Humans, are part of the web of life. We really stand in it. Whatever we do to the web we do to ourselves.

When we value all life and treat beings with respect, we naturally learn to treat our beautiful world in a way that nourishes us all.

Presenter: Jill Allison. 

Practicing Herbalist, plant pollinator specialist

MAY 13TH, 2023

The Secret Lives of Harbor Porpoises: The Most Numerous Cetaceans In Puget Sound

Join Dr. Hanson to learn about the research being done on harbor porpoises.  There are several

studies under way to understand their population, their communication and overall assessment of these

beautiful porpoises.

Presenter: Brad Hanson, Ph.D. 

Northwest Fisheries Science Center

MAY 4TH, 2023

Olympia oyster restoration in Kilisut Harbor

Kilisut Harbor was and continues to be home to an Olympia oyster population.  Although native oysters persist, local aggregations are now sparse. Puget Sound Restoration Fund, in partnership with Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife and the Jefferson County Marine Resources Committee, are exploring restoration possibilities in Kilisut Harbor for this native species. 

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MARCH 8TH, 2023

Mollusks That We Love

The Port Townsend Marine Science Center's Aquarium is home to pinto abalone and giant Pacific octopus. Both of these mollusk species are important to PTMSC's mission of

marine conservation, but in very different ways. What do these species and projects have in common? What sets them apart?

Presenter: PTMSC's Aquarium Curator, Ali Redman,

MARCH 1ST, 2023

Learn about Bioluminescence with Friends of Fort Flagler 

Have you seen the waves hit the shore and glisten? Ever wonder what it is and what causes it?

Where should you go to see it? Join Sam Kaviar from Olympic Kayak Tours to learn about this

amazing phenomenon.

Presenter: Sam Kaviar

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Cougars in Jefferson County

Presenters: Sara Penhallegon, Founder and Executi of Center Valley Rescue in Quilcene

Jefferson County is home to these beautiful, misunderstood and feared creatures. In 2020 a cougar showed up the Center Valley Animal Rescue. Join us to learn more about cougar behavior, what to avoid, what do to if you see one and how we call all help keep them and us safe. We’ll also have the pleasure of hearing Sara Penhallegon tell us about the visiting cougar.

JANUARY 25th, 2023

Northern Elephant Seals in the Pacific Northwest

Presenters: Casey Mclean and Michelle Rivard

Update:The Acrobats of Puget Sound!  

learn more about Northern elephant seal natural history and distribution. We will also discuss common causes of stranding in Northern elephant seals, field assessments and our recent hospital cases.