"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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ECOTOURS
"We Do Not Inherit the Earth from Our Ancestors; We Borrow It from Our Children."
Photo by Terese Drummond
As a vital aspect of our mission, ecotour tickets help support our student programming. By embarking on this journey with us, you not only deepen your understanding of the Salish Sea but also contribute to fostering a more sustainable future for this precious ecosystem. Join us in our mission to protect and restore the Salish Sea, one experiential lesson at a time.
WILDLIFE AND BIRDING EXPERIENCES
Wildlife and Puffin Photography Tours
Join us for an exclusive small-group (4–6 guests), four-hour photography expedition on the Salish Sea—exploring Smith Island for Tufted Puffins or venturing more broadly in search of diverse marine wildlife in their natural habitat. —private charters also offered for a truly personalized experience.
Wildlife Discovery Ecotours
The Koinonia offers a comfortable, spacious platform for up to 32 passengers. Our Wildlife Discovery Tours provide meaningful, personalized time with our knowledgeable crew, who share captivating stories and science about the Salish Sea’s remarkable wildlife—and practical ways you can help protect them.
ISLAND EXPERIENCES
Eagle Cliff Hike on Cypress Island
Experience sweeping views of the San Juan Islands from the top of Cypress Island! Open for only half of the year, Eagle Cliff trail is teeming with life of all kinds. Salish Sea School Naturalists will lead you through this 2.6 mile hike. Taking our time, we'll explore the plant life, animal life, and natural history of this storied place!
Geology and Intertidal on Sucia
From fossils to sea urchins and fascinating history, this small-group tour of Sucia Island State Park has it all! Located just beyond the Canadian Gulf Islands, Sucia Island is home to a variety of intertidal creatures and tide pools containing 55-million-year-old fossils.
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VISIT US
The Salish Sea School Discovery Center
2201 Skyline Way, Unit 101
Anacortes, WA 98221
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