Spreading oyster shells

Clallam MRC and the Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe's Aquaculture and Natural Resources department gathered earlier this month to spread clean Pacific oyster shells in their designated Olympia oyster restoration areas in Sequim Bay. The shell will serve as a place for the native Olympia oyster seed to settle and grow.

47 tons of bagged shells were dropped in predetermined spots suitable for oyster habitat.

In May they will continue spreading these shells, with support from the Washington Conservation Corps, Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe Aquaculture, and Clallam MRC members.

For more information, visit: Clallam MRC's website

Spring 2024 Great Islands Clean Up

San Juan MRC and community volunteers will take part in The Spring Great Islands Clean-up on Saturday, April 20th.  

This year they are aligning with the 2024 Earth Day theme of "Plastics vs. Planet" the event will involve activities across the San Juan Islands.

The MRC is anticipating another productive day dedicated to preventing litter and debris from harming beaches and roadways. Over the years, participation has increased, resulting in the removal of more pounds of debris thanks to the growing number of volunteers. Learn more about the Spring Great Islands Clean-up

Preserve eelgrass social marketing campaign

Whatcom MRC has launched their social marketing campaign to protect eelgrass habitat at Wildcat Cove, a popular boat launch in Larrabee State Park. The campaign focuses on boater awareness and aims to mitigate damage to the eelgrass and the marine ecosystem.

Drawing from assessments of boat launching impacts, the campaign identifies and encourages key actions by boaters and is supported by materials that will be strategically positioned at the boat launch area and promoted on social media.   

Learn more Eelgrass protection