Northwest Straits Chapter
Based in Bellingham, WA. We are a 501 (c)(3) non-profit environmental organization dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the worlds oceans, waves, and beaches for all people, through conservation, activism, research and education. We have several projects, events and campaigns, so come get involved!
Public Chapter Meeting, Monday, August 28th, 7pm
Our bi-monthly public chapter meeting is this upcoming Monday, August 28th, 7pm, upstairs at Brandywine Kitchen. Mingle with good people and learn about chapter programs and federal ocean policy action needs from WA Policy Manager Gus Gates. We will also be having elections for our executive committee!
My 25th Surf Themed Party at Aslan Brewing!
Our pals at Aslan Brewing are throwing us a party! Save the date for May 25th, 6pm–9pm, for a night of surf flicks, giveaways, and delicious beers. 1 dollar of every beer purchased goes to support our chapter’s work! More information to come but mark it down for a surf themed evening that will help assist our local programs and campaigns
Chapter Meeting and Guest Speaker 4/24
Our next public chapter meeting is this upcoming Monday, April 24th, 7pm, upstairs at Brandywine Kitchen. Catch an important presentation from Washington Surfrider Policy Manager Gus Gates about the recently released draft Marine Spatial Plan and learn how you can get involved with policy specific to our amazing coast. Also, updates on local water quality monitoring and more!
February 27th Meeting on Ocean Acidification and Citizen Science
Coastal DNR scientist Micah Horwith to present his research on ocean acidification and citizen science opportunities at next Surfrider meeting
Learn more about how ocean acidification is impacting us locally, how seagrasses may provide some refuge for shellfish, and how citizen science can help us fill data gaps from a DNR coastal scientist.
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December Chapter Meeting Monday!
Our bi-monthly public chapter meeting is Monday, 7pm, at Aslan Brewing! Make to plans to attend and learn about water quality improvements and monitoring efforts in the Bellingham area. And of course to raise a glass to a successful 2016 for our chapter!
