Washington Sea Grant serves communities, industries and the people of Washington state, the Pacific Northwest and the nation through research, education and outreach by – identifying and addressing important marine issues. The focus on providing better tools and management of marine environment and use of its resources. While also initiating and supporting strategic partnerships within the marine community.
Washington Sea Grant (WSG) – was established in 1968 and began as a federal experiment in local investment, building on the University of Washington’s academic strengths in marine science, engineering and policy. In 1971, it became one of the first four programs designated nationally as a Sea Grant College. Today, WSG is part of a national network of 30 Sea Grant colleges administered by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce. This network provides a stable national infrastructure of programs in every coastal and Great Lakes state and in Puerto Rico, with an additional project in Guam
Be Prepared for Stormy Weather with Washington Sea Grant
Marine weather workshop will help you handle changing conditions at sea
When you’re out on the water, understanding the weather can be the difference between staying safe and being in trouble. Be prepared before you set sail with Washington Sea Grantand the Port of Seattle Fishermen’s Terminal.
WHAT:
Marine Weather Workshop: What should you do when a storm blows in? This workshop covers storm structure, and avoidance, wave development and growth, fog and other Northwest marine hazards. Learn where to find reliable weather data and develop your weather knowledge.
WHO:
Recreational boaters and anyone who enjoys spending time on the water
WHEN:
Tuesday, June 10, 6:30—9:30p.m.
Nordby Conference Room, Nordby Building
Fishermen’s Terminal – 3919 18th Ave. West, Seattle, WA, 98119
PRICE:
$30; pre-registration required. Space is limited.
SIGN UP:
For information and registration, contact Sarah Fisken: [email protected] or 206-543-1225.
Washington Sea Grant-sponsored research maximizes the productive use of marine resources while preserving and, if necessary, helping to restore the essential qualities of a healthy marine environment. Research is centered on five key program areas:
- Living Marine Resources
- Ecosystem Health
- New Technologies to Enhance Ocean Productivity
- Economic and Community Development
- Education, Training and Public Information
For more information, please see the Research Web page.
WSG educates the workforce and informs the public as a means of sustaining the vitality of marine resources and the enviable lifestyle in Washington and the Pacific Northwest. WSG works with institutions of higher learning throughout the state to maintain a high standard of teaching and research. It provides K-12 teacher training on marine topics and works closely with educational programs and information services to disseminate information on marine resources and the environment to the public.
Washington Sea Grant
Serving the people who manage, use and enjoy Washington’s ocean and coasts
