| This Week European Green Crab Molt Search Training – Sun, June 11 The emerging invasion by European green crabs (Carcinus maenas) threatens marine resources in Washington. Early detection of small populations gives us the best chance to reduce the spread and impact of this globally damaging invasive species. Washington Sea Grant and Washington State University Extension have teamed up to launch a new volunteer-based early detection program to complement the existing WSG Crab Team trapping and monitoring network. Molt Search aims to support broader participation in early detection by teaching volunteers what to look for and how to report the presence of European green crab molts along inland shorelines, using the MyCoast app. Contact Emilee Carpenter for more information. Registration link, More info link .Time: 2-4 p.m. | Location: Dungeness River Center, 1943 W Hendrickson Rd, Sequim |
| Upcoming Events Crabbing 101 Workshop – Thurs, June 15th *New* Want to learn more about recreational crabbing in Washington State? Need advice on how to set up your gear to prevent the loss of your crab pots and catch more crab? Join the Jefferson County MRC and their partners in Port Hadlock on Thursday, June 15th for a FREE Crabbing 101 workshop! You’ll hear from state, tribal, and recreational crabbing experts about local management strategies, regulations, and general tips and tricks to help you catch more crab. The workshop will also include a live demonstration of proper crab pot rigging, and ample opportunities to ask all your crabbing-related questions! Tickets are free, but space is limited. Register at https://bit.ly/crabbing2023 Time: 6:00 – 8:00pm | Location: WSU Extension Classroom, 97 Oak Bay Road, Port Hadlock Clamming at Fort Flagler – Sun, June 18th Join the Friends of Fort Flagler to explore and harvest our local clams at the lower campground of Fort Flagler next to the Beachcomber Café. We will identify local shellfish, discuss the common harvest tools and how to use them, how to read a tide table book and why! How to care for your catch after harvest and finally a few suggested ways to prepare them. What should folks bring? (shovel, rake, gloves) #2 shovel-long handle, tined garden scratcher, separate small or medium size bucket (each digger must have their own container), gloves–rubber garden gloves are best but not required, shellfish license if over 16 years old. For Fishing License in Washington State, the age limit for residents is 16 to 69 years. For Youth, they must be 15 years of age. And For senior citizens, the age limit is 70 and above. There are special reduced-fee licenses for disabled residents and non-resident disabled veterans. A one or three day license might suffice for some folks if they don’t plan to shellfish again. PS–ALL nonresidents must have a license regardless of age. Registration Time: 10:00 am | Location: Lower Campground – Fort Flagler State Park Local 20/20 Council Meeting – Wed, June 21st *New* The monthly Local 20/20 Steering Council meeting is open to all and welcomes those interested in active involvement in Local 20/20 leadership. Newcomers are always welcome. This month we will be meeting in person. If you’d like more information and/or a virtual orientation, or for meeting location, contact us at info@l2020.org. Time: 4-6:00 PM | Location: Contact us for details PRIDE CAMP hosted by The Benji Project – June 26th-29th *New* Join The Benji Project at Pride Camp, open to middle and high school students, held June 26-29 at the Jefferson Teen Center in Chimacum. Explore ways to navigate the ups and downs of life through fun activities in a supportive community. Camp tuition is $150 with full and partial scholarships available and no one turned away for lack of funds. * Free transportation available for south Jefferson County residents–please indicate this need when you register. To register: thebenjiproject.org/camp Questions: info@thebenjiproject.org Local 20/20 Climate Working Group Meeting – Thurs June 29th *New* After a little break, we are reconvening the Local 20/20 Climate working group, with an in person meeting! We’ll discuss various options for future actions and activities – bring your ideas! And we’ll discuss some ongoing projects as well. Newcomers are most welcome! Contact cag@l2020.org for more information.Time: 5 – 6:30 pm | Location: Port Townsend Library “Pink” house (250 Madison Street Port Townsend, separate small building next to the main library, which is not pink! ) Weaving the Web: Soil, Pollinators and Human Health – Wed, Aug 2nd Join Jill Allison to learn about techniques to create a healthier home garden which include pollinators! Jill will review the effects of pesticides on pollinators, soil and human microbiome and how we as a community can affect change. Presenter: Jill Allison – Jill has a background in science and medicine which adds to her understanding of the interactions (and the biology and chemistry) relating to the interactions between soil health, pollinator health and human health. Jill has a B.S. in biology, graduate studies in bacteriology and public health and a Master’s Degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Registration. Time: 5pm | Location: Online Creatures of the Sea & Shore: Youth Summer Art Camp with NorthWind Art and PTMSC – Aug 21st – 25th *New* Get immersed in the magic of sea and shore in this nature art camp! In the mornings, students experience the outdoors, museum and aquarium exhibits guided by Port Townsend Marine Science Center educators. And in the afternoon, artist Mikal Robinson leads crafts, stories and games to play as we learn more about the ocean and all it’s delightful creatures. Crafts may include sewn starfishes, woven turtles, needle felted orca whales, and crochet jellyfish Ages 7-9. time:10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Venue address: In Person at Building 306, Fort Worden, Port Townsend Contact information: NorthWind Arts phone: (360) 379-1086 Web links: https://northwindart.org/collections/youth/products/creatures-of-the-sea-shore-art-camp For the full set of announcements, including Recurring Events, Community Notices, Community Resources, and Resilience Readings, see here. |
