On-Site Sewer Operations and Maintenance Program &
Bellingham Bay Seismic Hazards
Thursday April 2, 6:15 & 7:15 pm
Whatcom Marine Resources Committee Meeting, 322 N. Commercial Street, Bellingham
Two guest speakers will be presenting at the Marine Resource Committee meeting. As always, the public is welcome and encouraged to attend.
At 6:15 pm, John Wolpers from the Whatcom County Health Department will talk about on-site sewer operations and maintenance programs administered by the County – this topic has tremendous implications for water quality.
At 7:15 pm, Bob Mitchell from WWU will present on Bellingham Bay waterfront seismic hazards
Marine Invasive Species Monitoring (MISM)
Monday April 13, 6 to 9 pm
322 N. Commercial Street on the second floor
Ann Eissenger wildlife biologist with Nahkeeta Northwest will explain the threat of marine invasive species, train us in monitoring techniques and introduce the MISM program.
The Puget Sound Marine Invasive Species Volunteer Monitoring Program (MISM) is a new citizen-science shoreline monitoring effort – targeting 32 non-native marine and estuarine organisms. The purpose of the program is to identify the distribution of selected non-native species and provide early detection for high-risk invaders.
You are all welcome to join us for this Beach Watchers training session or any others you wish to brush up on. I sent out a course agenda earlier this month to everyone. Please just let me know when you would like to come.
Lily Point - A Guided Exploration
Saturday April 18, 10:00 am
Meet at the Point Roberts Cemetery at the east end of APA Rd.
Point Roberts, Washington
Join experts from Whatcom Land Trust and Whatcom County Parks as they take us through a guided exploration of the landscape, marine life, flora and fauna of the diverse and unique Lily Point. Guides will provide insight into the past and highlights for the future.
If you haven't been yet - Lily Point includes high-bank waterfront which encompasses a 200-foot sandy cliff and stunning views of Boundary Bay, Mount Baker and the Strait of Georgia. The mature forest is home to big-leaf maple, Douglas fir and red alder trees. Residents include sea stars, seaweed, Pacific herring, Chinook salmon, orcas, bald eagles, great blue heron and marbled murrelet.
Attendees should please remember to bring proper identification to pass through the Canadian-US Border crossing.
For more information or to volunteer, call:
Samantha 604.838.7956
Linda 360.945.0812
HAZWOPER Training
Saturday April 18, 8am - 5pm
Marine Spill Response Corporation Office, 1330 Industry Street, #110, Everett WA
This class is intended primarily for those individuals who are interested in assisting with oiled wildlife rescue efforts in the event of an oil spill. This one day training is primarily designed to provide you with the skills needed to recognize and react in protecting yourself to the hazards that are associated with an oil spill event.
Registration - Please contact Andy Carlson at andy.carlson@dfw.wa.gov or 360-902-8125 at the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife by April 10, 2009.
There is no charge for this class, but pre-registration is required. Lunch is not included.
Gooseberry Point Beach Clean-Up and Explorations
Sunday April 19, 10am Beach Clean-up, 11am Guided Beach Walk
The beach across from 2562 Lummi View Drive, next to the fish dock - Gooseberry Point
Join fellow Beach Watchers for a guided beach exploration for the Gooseberry Point neighborhood. If you want to lend a hand cleaning up the beach, gloves and bags will be provided. Coffee and muffins provided by Starbucks.
Ecology of the Salish Sea Nearshore
Tuesday April 21, 7:30 - 9:00pm, Downtown Bellingham Library (downstairs)
For questions contact Norm Neilsen:norm@wakekayak.org
Chris Fairbanks will explain the physical and biological characteristics of our region’s rich marine nearshore environment and the natural processes that maintain the nearshore habitat. Chris Fairbanks is a consultant in fisheries, marine, and estuarine sciences. He is a very knowledgeable and personable guy - this should be good!
Shoreline Management and Stabilization Using Vegetation
Thursday, April 23, 9am-4pm
Seattle, WA $60 lunch included
This one-day intensive workshop is geared toward local shoreline planners, permitters, consultants, and state agency staff. The workshop focuses on the vegetation component in shoreline mitigation plans, and provides you with the tools and information to effectively review and evaluate shoreline impact mitigation proposals using native vegetation.
For more information and to register, please visit: http://www.coastaltraining-wa.org.
Marine Mammal Stranding Network Training
Saturday May 16, 10am-1pm
WSU Extension Office 1000 N. Forest Street
To respond to marine mammal strandings, volunteer stranding networks were established in all coastal states and are authorized through Letters of Authority from the NMFS regional offices. Through a National Coordinator and five regional coordinators, NMFS oversees, coordinates, and authorizes these activities and provides training to personnel.
Learn more about the network and how to get involved. 306-1568 or flowol8@aol.com to register.
Blue Thumb Workshop
Saturday May 16, 10am - 2:30pm
Blaine Boating Center, 235 Marine Drive, Blaine
Carol Williams, Port of Bellingham
Award winning landscape architect presents beautiful choices for coastal gardens
David Dopps - Landscaper
Invite wildlife into your world by creating backyard habitat
Colleen Burrows – WSU Extension
Control common pests with non-toxic methods
James Mayfield - Master Composter/Recycler Volunteer
Learn how to make a rain barrel
$10 per person, $7 for Shore Stewards
Includes Lunch
Free to Beach Watchers if you help out!
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
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