Skills and Drills course will teach commercial fishing skills in South Bend September 28-29
Washington Sea Grant is offering its Skills and Drills course for new or beginning fishermen on September 28-29 in South Bend, Washington. Held for the first time in March 2025, the course is meant for individuals interested in learning the necessary skills to enter the commercial fishing industry.
Read moreSummer 2026 Sea Star
A new issue of our biannual magazine is here!
Through our Sea Star magazine, Washington Sea Grant shares highlights from our research, outreach, and education programs.
Our summer 2026 issue features a deep dive into The Mysterious World of Bull Kelp, a webstory rich in art and imagery that shines a light on the West Coast’s underwater canopies; a review of the many successes of the Coastal Hazards Organizational Resilience Team’s first biennium; a look at the first cohort of WSG’s new Coastal Resilience Fellowship; a recap of the Washington Fishermen’s Convention, WSG’s new effort to celebrate Washington’s commercial fishing community; and an exploration of a new WSG and UW Climate Impacts Group collaboration, the Summer Learning Institute for emerging environmental professionals.
WSG staff receive 2026 College of the Environment awards
Washington Sea Grant is happy to share that five staff members have been selected for 2026 UW College of the Environment awards. Each year, the University of Washington’s College of the Environment recognizes outstanding individuals and teams who have made significant contributions to the college and the communities they serve.
Read moreWashington Sea Grant offering seafood HACCP training in South Bend this spring
Washington Sea Grant (WSG) is offering two basic Seafood Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) trainings at its Bendiksen Landing office in South Bend this spring. The trainings will be held in person March 26-27 and May 28-29.
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The first Washington Fishermen’s Convention makes a splash
From the Summer 2026 Sea Star
Last December, as king tides pushed waves over Westport’s seawall and nudged seawater onto nearby roads, Washington Sea Grant (WSG) hosted a successful first Washington Fishermen’s Convention.
The Washington Fishermen’s Conference is a month away — register now for only $25!
Updated November 17, 2025
Westport — The first-ever Washington Fishermen’s Convention is coming to Westport this winter, aimed at unifying and celebrating the state’s diverse fishing industry while bringing new and prospective fishermen into the fold.
Removing the barriers to salmon recovery
A new tool weighs the multifaceted factors involved in efforts to improve habitat
From the Summer 2025 Sea Star
By Brian McGreal, WSG Science Communications Fellow
In 2018, in a case brought forth by 21 Northwest Tribes, the Supreme Court ruled that Washington State has a duty to protect tribal treaty rights by preserving fish runs.
With Washington Sea Grant Skills and Drills training, aspiring commercial fishermen get their sea legs
From the Summer 2025 Sea Star
By Alison Lorenz, WSG Communications Project Coordinator
“Mayday! Mayday! Mayday!” The student called a distress signal, indicating their boat had an emergency. Fortunately, there was no real danger at Washington Sea Grant (WSG)’s South Bend office.
The Benefits of Frozen Seafood: Freshness, Sustainability, and Convenience
When purchasing seafood for dinner, frozen is fresh!
Many people are unsure about the quality of frozen fish or shellfish at the market. The good news is, freezing technology has vastly improved over the last few decades.
From boat to plate The newly revised Seafood Direct Marketing Manual helps seafood harvesters dive into direct-to-consumer sales
From the Summer 2025 Sea Star
By Alison Lorenz, WSG Communications Project Coordinator
Starting a business is no easy feat — especially when you throw in the unpredictable nature of boat maintenance, weather, catches and wholesale prices.