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Sea Science in Action: Coast Salish Management of Prairie Gardens
Fri, Apr 24
|Padilla Bay National Estuarine Research
Join the Salish Sea School in partnership with Coast Salish Youth Coalition for an evening of learning about the traditional Coast Salish management of nearshore Spalhxen (Prairie Gardens).
Time & Location
Apr 24, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Padilla Bay National Estuarine Research , 10441 Bayview Edison Rd, Mount Vernon, WA 98273, USA
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About the event
About the Event
Spalhxen (Prairie Gardens) have been managed by Coast Salish people for thousands of years. Traditional Ecological Knowledge points to the relationship between well managed spalhxen and nearshore environmental health. Come join us to hear about these relationships and learn more about the Coast Salish Youth Coalition's work.
Meet the Speakers:
Sam Barr- Executive Director, Coast Salish Youth Coalition.
As a Samish tribal citizen, Sam is a lifelong learner of Coast Salish culture and is particularly interested in studying traditional language, canoe seafaring, and traditional carving. Sam graduated from the University of Washington with a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science and Resource Management. He is passionate about combining his skills and experience to inspire others to take care of this beautiful territory in the Salish Sea.
Emma Kortuem- Executive Assistant, Coast Salish Youth Coalition
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Free Admission
This is a FREE event. If you would like to help cover the cost of this program and support marine education, action, and research for the Salish Sea any amount given is deeply appreciated!
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