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Announcing our New Executive Director
Sound Water Stewards is pleased to announce the appointment of Florian Graner, Ph.D., as its new Executive Director, effective immediately. Dr. Graner’s leadership marks an exciting new chapter in the organization’s 35-year history of community engagement and environmental stewardship on Whidbey and Camano Islands.
We did it! We heard you!
The SWS Store is now OPEN! It’s filled with curated products that are worthy for all kinds of Washington weather and eco-friendly, too! From cozy Carhartt beanies to stylish Eddie Bauer wind jackets and zip-up hoodies, it’s a testament to our commitment to a healthier Salish Sea. Every purchase will help support our SWS mission, and every time you wear it, you’ll help spread the word about all that we do!
Come to the annual SWS Picnic on July 20th to be among the first to see and snag the swag!
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