Communities, nongovernmental organizations and coastal businesses in Western Washington need information to help them prepare for future coastal issues. WSG meets this need by providing training, outreach, networking opportunities and technical assistance to shoreline and coastal planners.
Working with the Washington Department of Ecology (Ecology), WSG established and continues to support the Shoreline & Coastal Planners Group (SCPG), providing regular opportunities for coastal professionals to discuss policy concerns, new technologies, emerging issues and other relevant topics. In addition, WSG coordinates and presents a broad range of full-day training sessions for professionals working with Ecology’s Coastal Training Program. WSG also serves on the Executive Committee of the National Working Waterfronts Network, dedicated to supporting, preserving, and enhancing our nation’s working waterfronts and waterways.