Winter 2021-2022 Sea Star
Catch up on Washington Sea Grant’s recent research and programs through Sea Star, our print newsletter, by following the links below to read the individual stories online. Read a PDF of the Sea Star in full here.
Read moreLooking back on 50 years: Longtime WSG staff reflect on their work
In honor of the program’s golden anniversary, we asked four current and former staff to reflect on what they have accomplished here
From the Winter 2021-2022 Sea Star
By Grace Freeman, WSG Science Communications Fellow
Based in Seattle and housed within the University of Washington’s College of the Environment, Washington Sea Grant (WSG) celebrated 50 years in 2021.
Logging change in Puget Sound
Researchers use UW vessel logbooks to reconstruct historical groundfish populations
From the Winter 2021-2022 Sea Star
To understand how Puget Sound has changed, we first must understand how it used to be.
Sowing (clam) seed for the Indigenous Aquaculture Leaders of Tomorrow
How the Cross-Pacific Regional Collaborative Hub for Indigenous Aquaculture fosters student participation, research and communications
From the Winter 2021-2022 Sea Star
By MaryAnn Wagner, WSG Assistant Director for Communications
On an early morning at Kapapapuhi Point Park, one of the few public access points to Puʻuloa (Pearl Harbor)in Oʻahu, Amanda Millin stands knee deep in mud with chainsaw in hand, preparing to remove an invasive mangrove tree with her crew.
Looking underwater to uncover the marine environment of shellfish aquaculture
Researchers use Go-Pro cameras to document life beneath the surface on shellfish farms
From the Winter 2021-2022 Sea Star
By Hannah Jeffries, WSG Science Communications Fellow
Shellfish growers spend countless hours on the tideflats each year to produce sustainable seafood for everyone to enjoy.
A mariner’s life for me
The Seafarer Collective provides accessible educational programs for aspiring mariners to sustain and diversify the maritime workforce
From the Winter 2021-2022 Sea Star
By Kathleen McKeegan, WSG Science Communications Fellow
For Captain Halee Grimes, all it took was one look at an old wooden boat while she was in college.
Watch: 50th Anniversary Commemorative Video
Washington Sea Grant celebrates 50 years of service in Washington State in 2021. Take a look back over 50 years in this commemorative video celebrating Washington Sea Grant’s contributions to our state and look forward to another 50 years ahead.
Read moreLooking back on 50 years: Former Director Louis Echols championed Washington Sea Grant through partnerships and mentorship
In honor of the 50th anniversary of Washington Sea Grant, we’re sharing reflections from current and former longtime staff about their work.
Serving as director for over 22 years, Louis Echols’ influence on Washington Sea Grant’s (WSG) mission can be seen throughout our community.
Looking back on 50 years: Jeff Adams, a naturalist at heart who brings marine science to the community
In honor of the 50th anniversary of Washington Sea Grant, we’re sharing reflections from current and former longtime staff about their work.
By Grace Freeman, WSG Science Communications Fellow
In the 15 years that marine ecologist Jeff Adams has worked at Washington Sea Grant (WSG), the success of his work has largely relied on community involvement.
Watch: WSG 50th Anniversary Celebration
In case you missed the live event, you can now stream the recording of Washington Sea Grant’s 50th Anniversary Celebration. Enjoy!
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Washington Sea Grant, based at the University of Washington, helps people and marine life thrive through research, technical expertise and education supporting the responsible use and conservation of coastal ecosystems.