Great Blue Heron looking over a Pacific Northwest bay in the Salish Sea

The Salish Sea & Bellingham Bay

Working to protect and enjoy the amazing coastal places in Bellinham and Beyond!

Our Mission

Where the land meets the sea

What We Fight For

Plastic Reduction

Reducing the impact of plastics in the marine environments that surround us.

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Ocean Protection

Defending our ocean from challenges threatening the vitality of the ecosystem.

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Beach Access

Working with decision-makers to ensure full and fair beach access for all to enjoy.

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Coasts & Climate

Taking on issues that threaten our beaches and natural shorelines.

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Clean Water

Protecting the health and sustainability of our planet's most precious resource.

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The Surfrider Foundation is dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the world’s ocean, waves and beaches, for all people, through a powerful activist network.

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Our Campaigns

Clean Water for all

Blue Water Task Force expands

The Northwest Straits Chapter secured a Rose Foundation grant that we're using to strengthen our Blue Water Task Force, ensure that people know when it's safe to recreate, and work to identify where pollution is coming from so we can stop it at its source!

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Our Programs

Volunteers hanging out on the beach next to a pickup with a foam dock they've removed

Featured Program

Beach Cleanups

We partner with REsources to host monthly cleanups around the Bellingham area. These are free, family-friendly events that all are welcome to come to! We provide the gear - you just need to show up and help clean the beach!

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Our Campaigns

Campaign Victory

Gulf Rd Beach Access Saved!

After the short closure of Gulf Rd in Ferndale, a group of dedicated volunteers worked to restore public access to this beautiful beach

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Our Network

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We're always looking for volunteers to help affect change locally. Join us.

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The Surfrider Foundation is committed to fostering a just, equitable, diverse and inclusive organization for all people who protect and enjoy the world’s ocean, waves and beaches.

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