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Red Rock Crab (Cancer productus) photo credit: Hillary Rose
SEPTEMBER 2026 OCTOPRESS
Making the most of the last days of summer!
AUGUST HIGHLIGHTS
Summer Camps Wrap Up
PTMSC Coastal Explorers Summer Camp takes a trip to visit the Whale on the Wharf in Downtown Port Townsend.
The Port Townsend Marine Science Center has just wrapped up another season of camps! Over the past ten weeks, just over 150 campers have come from near and far to learn about the wonders of the Salish Sea and find their passion for conservation.
It takes a lot to pull off a season of non-stop learning. We are grateful for the help from community partnerships (Northwind Art, Sail Port Townsend, the Northwest Maritime Center, and Sno-Isle YMCA), dedicated staff, AmeriCorps, and camp counselors.
Member Appreciation Event
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Member Appreciation Event! It was a wonderful evening of connection, laughter, games, and celebration. We’re so grateful for our incredible members and the community that makes PTMSC possible. Your support helps us continue empowering conservation for a thriving Salish Sea!
If you would like to renew your membership or become a member, check out our website!
Linda and Tom checking out the sea star tank at the PTMSC Member Appreciation Event.
NEWS TO KNOW
Annual Stewardship Breakfast
We hope you’ll join us for the Annual Stewardship Breakfast on Wednesday, October 14, at 9:00 a.m. at The Commons at Fort Worden Historical State Park. Read more...
The Future of Oceans Lecture Series Returns
Our lecture series, The Future of Oceans, draws on the commitment of professional researchers and educators across all academic spectrums to help define and inspire the health of our oceans.
Ed Parnell will kick off the season with Marine heat waves and the ecology of southern California kelp forests on October 4, 2026, at 3:00 pm in the Wheeler Theater in Fort Worden.
To stay up to date with the Lecture Series, sign up for our newsletter!
COMING UP
Wooden Boat Festival at Point Hudson
Come see the Marine Science Stage at this year's Wooden Boat Festival, September 11 - 13, at Port Hudson Marina!
Enjoy a variety of presentations, fascinating specimens to study, and so much more to discover. We will see you there! Check out the presentation schedule below.
On International Coastal Cleanup Day, volunteers from around the world will work together to keep our oceans and the life in them as healthy and diverse as possible.
In partnership with WA CoastSavers, Port Townsend Marine Science Center is sponsoring beach cleanups in the Port Townsend area and beyond.
Join us on September 19, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at either of our cleanup locations: Fort Worden State Park or Port Ludlow Resort! Find more details on our website.
Exhibit Volunteer Training at Fort Worden State Park
September 15, 22, and 29
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Would you enjoy sharing the wonders of the Salish Sea with others? We are looking for Exhibit Volunteers to inspire curiosity, conservation, and connections with our local marine environment. Exhibit Volunteer Training is a 3-part series where you will learn about the Salish Sea, the kelp forest habitat, and how to talk with visitors about these topics. Training will be on Tuesdays, September 15, 22, and 29, 6:00 - 8:00 pm.
If you are interested, please get in touch with Hillary Kleeb.
Marine Science Trivia Night at Finnriver
One Thursday a month beginning September 24, 2026, 5:30 - 8:00 pm
Convene your team and come enjoy a fun night with marine facts, cider, and food!
All proceeds benefit the Port Townsend Marine Science Center. Find all the dates and more details on our website.
Bull Kelp, Our Remarkable Underwater Forests at Coupeville Library
September 26, 10:00 am - 5:30 pm
September 27, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Stop by Coupeville Library during this event to explore the exhibit and interact with knowledgeable volunteers from the Port Townsend Marine Science Center.
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