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Learn how we’re working for a healthy, sustainable Puget Sound environment
Sound Waters University 2023
1 day of online classes 2/4, from Sky to Sea.
Washington field trips filling fast | Island & Skagit County
The 2023 theme is Resilience – from Old Growth Trees to the Life of the Salish Sea.
Become a Member
Watch the video to learn about training to become a member. We are now accepting applications for SWS 2023 Volunteer Education and Training (VET) ie Member Training program. Find details here.
Be a champion for the marine environment. Donate to support stewardship, education, and science. We’re able to do what we do because of donors like you, thank you!
Be a Champion for Sound Water Stewards
Vision
A healthy marine environment as defined by diverse natural ecosystems and sustainable human communities.
Mission
Trained volunteers working in and around Island County for a healthy, sustainable marine environment through education, science, and stewardship.
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Events Calendar
A field guide to shoreline access and facilities, parks, marine life, stewardship, and natural history of Island County, Washington.
for SWS
When you buy this license plate, $28 of your fee benefits SWS and other environmental programs in Island County.
Use the EZ-ID Guide to identify marine species – including sponges, anemones, crustaceans and nudibranchs.
Our Work by the Numbers
198
Active Volunteers
23
Active Projects
