"the mountain and the sea are excellent schoolmasters, and teach some of us more than we can ever learn from books." -john lubbock
Meet Our Team
The Salish Sea School is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, inclusion, and connectedness. We are able to grow and learn better together with a diverse team. We welcome the unique contributions that one can bring in terms of their education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.
We are stronger together with the collective sum of individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, and talent which ultimately brings about a healthier planet.
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Salmon Viewing
During open Discovery Center hours, drop by to learn about the amazing life cycle of salmon, their incredible role in our ecosystems, and why they are so important for Southern Resident Orcas. Additional activities will include Salmon and Orca coloring sheets, a Salmon Safe Ranger Activity, and fish feeding (when salmon are ready for feedings).
Time: During open Discovery Hours - click here
Location: The Salish Sea School Discovery Center
RSVPS not required - just show up!
Salish Sea Coffee Club
A Salish Sea School fan favorite! Open to anyone over 18 years old, come enjoy a morning of free coffee and donuts while diving into a monthly sea themed topic. Salish Sea School naturalists and guest local experts will guide you in an exploration of some nerdier sea topics that will leave you hungry to learn more!
Upcoming Themes:
December 20th - Solstice Science
January 17th - Salmon
February 21st - Beach Crows
RSVPS appreciated!
What to bring: Please bring your own mug
Location: The Salish Sea School Discovery Center
Adult Luminaria Workshop
Come enjoy a cozy evening learning how to create your very own Salish Sea themed luminaria to take home - just in time for The Salish Sea School's Luminaria Night! Event includes materials, and guided step-by-step instructions.
RSVP Required
Location: The Salish Sea School Discovery Center
Winter Solstice Rewilding
We will celebrate the solstice with a multi-sensory rewilding walk to connect to "the soft animal of our body" so beautifully described by Mary Oliver in her poem, Wild Geese. We will take time to explore our senses as we remember we are nature and part of the magnificent Salish Sea ecosystem during the turning of this season. Our ancestors anticipated the return of the light and we still find our bodies innately responding to the circadian rhythms that guide the natural world. During our walk we will slowly explore some quiet trails in Washington Park stopping along the way for some nature meditation practices. We will close our time together around a beach fire with a cup of Douglas Fir tea and some brief solstice readings and reflections
RSVP Appreciated
Location: Washington Park, Anacortes meet at Sunset Beach
What to bring: Warm layers and sturdy shoes
Winter Solstice Luminaria Walk
On the longest night of the year, The Salish Sea School invites the community to join us for a beautiful and symbolic Winter Solstice Walk in honor of the endangered Southern Resident Orcas. This unique event will take place on the winter solstice, offering participants of all ages the opportunity to contribute to a collective light display that reflects our shared commitment to the survival of these magnificent creatures. The Winter Solstice Walk serves as a beacon of hope for the Southern Resident Orcas and an enduring testament to the power of collective action in preserving the wonders of our natural world. This year’s Winter Solstice walk will be held on Sunday, December 21st, 2025. Meet @ 4:15PM, walk to Green Point together at 4:30PM.
No RSVP needed
Location: Washington Park, meet at Sunset Beach
** rain date Monday, December 22nd, 2025 **
New Year Rewilding Hike
Celebrate the New Year with The Salish Sea School on this restorative community walk that will connect to community, yourself, and the sea.
RSVP Appreciated!
What to bring: Warm layers and sturdy shoes
Location: Washington Park, Meet at Sunset Beach
2026 Upcoming Events
Evening Low Tide WalkThu, Jan 01Anacortes
Salish Sea Coffee ClubSat, Jan 17The Salish Sea School Discovery Center
Friends of the ACFL + The Salish Sea School Hike!Sat, Jan 24Anacortes
Winter Birding by the Sea with Skagit AudubonSat, Jan 31Anacortes
Orca Pod-ery Night - ClassFri, Feb 13Anacortes- Salish Sea Coffee ClubSat, Feb 21The Salish Sea School Discovery Center
- Winter Birding by the Sea with Skagit AudubonSat, Feb 28Anacortes
