Fire with a Scientist

About this event

Want to connect with real-life scientists studying orcas and other marine mammals?

Want to connect with other students who care about the environment?

Want to eat s'mores while doing it?

You're in luck. We're gathering around the fire in Washington Park (Anacortes) with local scientists, Cindy Elliser and Zackery Woods.

Cindy Elliser is a marine mammal scientist who founded Pacific Mammal Research, and is the Associate Director of the Salish Sea Institute. Not only is she the harbor porpoise whisperer, she has a ton of experience with other marine mammals. It also doesn't hurt that she's exceedingly pleasant!

Zackery Woods is a student researcher at Western Washington University. He's also a drone pilot that gets permission to record videos of whales. Think that's cool? Come talk to him about it.

This will be a casual, lighthearted gathering with great people. It's a kickoff event for SEA Hub, where we'll be connecting local students with each other, nearby organizations, and so many opportunities.

To summarize:

Is it free? Yes.

Are there s'mores included? Yes.

Do you need any other information? Not really. Just come!

AGES: GRADES 7th-12th

WHAT TO BRING: Warm layers, closed toed shoes

REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS: Parent/Guardians of participants under 18 MUST sign waiver prior to event. Waiver will be emailed to participants prior to event.

This event is FREE for all to attend! We want everyone to have the ability to experience the wonder of the sea. If you would like to help support this event and other marine education programs, please include a donation amount of your choosing in the section below. All gifts are deeply appreciated!