UPCOMING EVENTS
NOAA Coastal Adaptation Planning Essentials
Take this two day/five hour introductory training for NOAA's five-step climate adaptation planning with a coastal hazard focus. Learn more and register HERE.
Location: Virtual, register for link
Rat Island Docent Program: Training for New and Returning Docents
Join us for the 2026 Rat Island Docent Program Training, open to both new volunteers interested in becoming Rat Island Docents and returning docents looking for a refresher and updates. Rat Island and the adjoining spit are ecologically rich and culturally significant areas within Fort Flagler State Park. This training will prepare docents to engage the public with accurate, science-based information about wildlife, habitat protection, and responsible recreation—while serving as friendly, informed ambassadors on the beach.
Who should attend:
Prospective Rat Island Docents
Returning docents
Volunteers interested in wildlife education, stewardship, and public outreach
Space may be limited. Registration is encouraged.
Location: Fort Flagler State Park, WWII Rec Center
Native Bee Habitat Walk
Timing is everything for native bees. Observing them during the period in which they construct nests, mate, and provision natal cells can be the most illuminating time to observe them. Kris Ethington, a native bee enthusiast with the Washington Native Bee Society, will lead a tour of some of Fort Flagler’s most active bee habitats. With a little luck, she hopes to share them while they exhibit some of these fascinating behaviors, helping to inspire your future observations, in the wild or your backyard.
Learn more and register HERE.
Location: Fort Flagler State Park, Beachcomber Cafe
Monthly Native Bee Walks
This three-part series will explore the diverse native bee populations of our region. Each walk will explore a different field location. Learn more and register HERE.
Location: All events start at the Dungeness River Nature Center
Developing a Microplastic Pollution Strategy
The Stormwater Strategic Initiative Lead (SIL) is hosting a workshop series to update the Toxics in Aquatic Life Implementation Strategy. Volunteer your knowledge and experience to build these new strategies! Register and join a mailing list for the full series HERE.
Topic: Community Engagement and Understanding Regional Needs
Ask a Master Gardener
Jefferson County Master Gardeners are pleased to work with you on your garden-related questions! For plant problem diagnosis bring a sample that clearly shows the difference between unhealthy and healthy tissue. Pick a fresh plant specimen, put the cut end of the stem in a moist paper towel, and then come to the Ask a Master Gardener workshop. For plant identification bring a sample or picture that includes leaves, branches, stems, a portion of the fruiting or flowering structure (if available), and a picture of the stem or bark. For insect identification bring the insect intact in a small container soon after capture.
Note: Master Gardeners need a fresh specimen to make an accurate identification or assessment of the issue. Learn more or submit a question online here.
Location: Port Townsend Public Library, 1220 Lawrence St, Port Townsend
Sustaining and Rebuilding Resilient Communities Webinar Series
This new webinar series will focus on topics for building resilient communities, including funding, resilience hubs, and more. Learn more and register HERE.
Location: Virtual, register for link
Education Field Trip Volunteers Needed
The North Olympic Salmon Coalition is seeking volunteers for their middle-school field trips. There are multiple roles to fill on these restoration planting experiences. Learn more and register HERE.
Location: Places and times vary
Explore the Layers of Time: Geology Beach Walk at Fort Flagler
Join us for a fascinating geology talk followed by a beach walk of 2 miles round trip at Fort Flagler State Park, timed perfectly with a minus tide to reveal hidden natural features and ancient stories embedded in the land.
Led by Professor Ralph Dawes and assisted by Carol Serdar and Scott Minor from the Quimper Geological Society (QGS). This walk begins at the lower campground and proceeds to Marrowstone Point and follows the beach trail westward along the base of the bluff. This walk is a unique opportunity to witness Fort Flagler’s geologic wonders up close and to learn how tides, glaciers, and time have sculpted the landscape we see today.
Be sure to wear sturdy shoes suitable for uneven, rocky beach terrain, and bring your curiosity for this one-of-a-kind coastal adventure! Learn more and register HERE.
Location: Fort Flagler State Park, WWII Rec Center
Federal Grant-Writing Workshop
The WA Dept. of Commerce is offering two full-day federal grant workshops for grants focused on clean energy, emissions reduction, equity, innovation, and job creation. Free! Register HERE.
Location: Lacey, WA
NOLT Third Thursday Work Party
Join the North Olympic Land Trust for beginner-friendly volunteer work parties every third Thursday. Learn more and register your interest HERE.
Location: TBD
Decode Your Plants: A Hands-On Guide to Visual Plant Diagnosis
Learn how to use a dichotomous key to visually diagnose plant health issues by observing leaf color, growth patterns, and other tell-tale signs. This practical, easy-to-follow approach empowers growers to identify nutrient deficiencies and plant stress with confidence.
The session will also cover trusted sources for organic nutrients and soil amendments, giving you tools to correct problems naturally and keep your plants thriving. Learn more and register HERE.
Location: Fort Flagler State Park, WWII Rec Center
Ask a Master Gardener
Jefferson County Master Gardeners are pleased to work with you on your garden-related questions! For plant problem diagnosis bring a sample that clearly shows the difference between unhealthy and healthy tissue. Pick a fresh plant specimen, put the cut end of the stem in a moist paper towel, and then come to the Ask a Master Gardener workshop. For plant identification bring a sample or picture that includes leaves, branches, stems, a portion of the fruiting or flowering structure (if available), and a picture of the stem or bark. For insect identification bring the insect intact in a small container soon after capture.
Note: Master Gardeners need a fresh specimen to make an accurate identification or assessment of the issue. Learn more or submit a question online here.
Location: Port Townsend Public Library, 1220 Lawrence St, Port Townsend
Monthly Native Bee Walks
This three-part series will explore the diverse native bee populations of our region. Each walk will explore a different field location. Learn more and register HERE.
Location: All events start at the Dungeness River Nature Center
Sustaining and Rebuilding Resilient Communities Webinar Series
This new webinar series will focus on topics for building resilient communities, including funding, resilience hubs, and more. Learn more and register HERE.
Location: Virtual, register for link
Cumulative Threats, Collaborative Solutions: Shaping Salmon and Watershed Futures
Join the June Knowledge Exchange Workshop for interdisciplinary research on threats to salmon watersheds and more. Learn more and register HERE.
Location: Virtual, register for link
NW Land Camp
NW Land Camp brings together land trust leaders and conservation partners for networking and training. In 2026, Land Camp will be in beautiful Florence, OR. Mark your calendars and watch this space for more information!
Sustaining and Rebuilding Resilient Communities Webinar Series
This new webinar series will focus on topics for building resilient communities, including funding, resilience hubs, and more. Learn more and register HERE.
Location: Virtual, register for link
Sustaining and Rebuilding Resilient Communities Webinar Series
This new webinar series will focus on topics for building resilient communities, including funding, resilience hubs, and more. Learn more and register HERE.
Location: Virtual, register for link
Sustaining and Rebuilding Resilient Communities Webinar Series
This new webinar series will focus on topics for building resilient communities, including funding, resilience hubs, and more. Learn more and register HERE.
Location: Virtual, register for link
Flow and Flourish, A Floodplains by Design Convening
Join FbD for a two-day convening around durable solutions and partnerships for long-term floodplain health. Learn more HERE. Registration is coming soon, but for now, save the date!
Location: Olympia
Work Party on Duckabush "Balds"
This Jefferson Land Trust party requires some walking to get to these unique rocky openings. Volunteers will be cutting back trees and creating habitat piles. Email Carrie with questions or to organize carpooling.
Location: Meet at the public parking area south of the Duckabush on 101 at 10 am
Land-Based Learning Excursions for Families
Join the Jefferson Land Trust for monthly family outings on stewarded properties. Designed for families, each session highlights a key aspect of our region’s natural history, engaging participants in hands-on activities that build knowledge, curiosity, and a lasting relationship with the land. Learn more and register HERE.
Location: Varies, register for details
Bioblitz at Discovery Bay!
Join volunteers, scientists, and others to locate and identify as many species as possible in Discovery Bay. Hosted by the North Olympic Salmon Coalition, this is a great way to learn about the biodiversity in our area. Learn more and RSVP HERE.
Location: North Olympic Wildlife Area, Discovery Bay
Earth Day at Finnriver
Join Finnriver and Local 20/20 to gather in celebration of the Earth: learn from local organizations, listen to inspiring speakers, play games, make art, enjoy live music, and savor local food and farmcrafted cider inspired by the land. Learn more HERE.
Location: Finnriver Cidery, Chimacum
Bats of Washington State and Marrowstone Island
Are you curious about the bats of Washington and the species that live at Fort Flagler and on Marrowstone Island? This introductory talk will explore Washington’s native bat species, with a special focus on those most likely to be found in and around Fort Flagler State Park.
Learn where local bats roost and forage, how the park’s forests, open fields, and shoreline support bat habitat, and why bats are such an important part of the island’s ecosystem. We’ll also discuss current conservation challenges facing bats in Washington and what Friends of Fort Flagler members and park visitors can do to help protect these often-misunderstood nocturnal neighbors.
Nick Moore (He/Him) is the Assistant Species Lead in the Wildlife Division at the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, where he supports science-based species conservation and recovery efforts across the state. He works closely with agency staff, partners, and stakeholders to advance effective wildlife management and habitat protection. Nick has an educational background in wildlife biology and natural resource management, which informs his collaborative, data-driven approach to conserving Washington’s native wildlife for current and future generations.
Location: Virtual, register HERE.
Searching for Seaweed Workshop
Join the Jefferson County Marine Resources Committee (MRC) and WA State Department of Fish and Wildlife to learn about edible seaweeds and how to harvest them safely and sustainably. You'll need a license! Learn more and register HERE.
Location: Point Hudson, Port Townsend
Washington Sea Grant's marine Carbon Dioxide Removal (mCDR) Workshop
The first in a series of three workshops will help Sea Grant researchers understand information needs for mCDR research and development. Open to all. Lunch provided. Learn more and RSVP HERE.
Location: Peninsula College, Port Angeles
Install Fence Weirs for Salmon Monitoring
Volunteer with Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe's Natural Resources team to install monitoring weirs on Salt Creek, Deep Creek, and East Twin. Register HERE.
Location: Varies – meet at Natural Resource office or Laird's Corner to carpool
Beachwalkers Needed for Beached Bird Training
Join the Coastal Observation and Seabird Survey Team (COASST) for this training to become part of the marine bird survey team. No prior experience needed! See the attached flyer for more information or COASST's website for all their trainings and events HERE.
Location: Sekiu Community and Conference Center
Olympic BirdFest
Register now to reserve your spot in one (or more!) of the events at the BirdFest. Learn more, see the schedule, and register HERE.
Location: Varies by event
Spring Birding and Illustration
Join the Port Townsend Marine Science Center for a morning of birding and art. Birders of all levels are welcome. Learn more and RSVP HERE.
Location: Fort Worden
Volunteer Work Party at Lyre River
This is a beginner-friendly trail work party with the North Olympic Land Trust. Learn more and RSVP HERE. (Work parties happen every Third Thursday, so watch for more opportunities!)
Location: Lyre River Conservation Area
Beyond the Burrow: Secret Lives of Puffins
Join PhD candidate Katie Stoner for a virtual presentation of her puffin research on the Kodiak Archipelago of Alaska. Learn more HERE.
Location: Dungeness River Nature Center
Volunteer Potting Party for NOSC
Join the North Olympic Salmon Coalition for their last potting party of the spring. Pot up plants for future restoration projects. Learn more and RSVP HERE.
Location: NOSC Nursery at Finnriver, Chimacum
NOLT's Conservation Connection
Join the North Olympic Land Trust for an afternoon of Art in Conservation, in partnership with the Port Angeles Fine Arts Center. Learn more and register HERE.
Location: Field Arts and Events Hall, Port Angeles
Conservation Connections Volunteers
Help the North Olympic Land Trust set up for their Conservation Connections event at Field Hall. Learn more and RSVP HERE.
Location: Field Arts and Events Hall, Port Angeles
Seabirds as Sentinels: Author Event with Port Book and News
Join Eric Wagner for a reading and discussion of his new book about auklets of Destruction Island as a vital indicator of Pacific Ocean health. Learn more and register HERE.
Location: Dungeness River Nature Center
BYOB Birding
Bring Your Own Binoculars (BYOB) to this guided birding event with Iris Winslow and the North Olympic Land Trust. Learn more and register HERE.
Location: Lyre River Conservation Area
Native Plant Maintenance Workshop
Have you recently planted some native plants? Join the Clallam County Conservation District for a field workshop on how to maintain your new friends. Learn more and register HERE.
Location: Near Salt Creek (address given after registration)
Discover How Your Backyard Composting Helps Our Parks
Join us for a special virtual presentation with Laura Tucker from Jefferson County Environmental Health, a knowledgeable educator who has led composting classes across the county. Laura will share simple, effective ways that individual composting can make a big difference—not only in your own garden, but throughout our state parks and surrounding natural areas.
Learn how composting reduces landfill waste, cuts harmful greenhouse gases, and builds healthy soil that supports native plants. Healthy soil, in turn, creates stronger habitat for pollinators, birds, insects, and the wildlife that depend on them. Laura will also explain how home composting helps limit invasive species, protects water quality, and reduces the pressure on fragile park ecosystems.
Whether you’re a seasoned composter or just curious about getting started, this session will show how small actions at home contribute to a healthier environment for everyone—including the beaches, forests, and wildlife we all enjoy in our Washington State Parks.
Location: Virtual, register HERE.
Sustaining and Rebuilding Resilient Communities Webinar Series
This new webinar series will focus on topics for building resilient communities, including funding, resilience hubs, and more. Learn more and register HERE.
Location: Virtual, register for link
Jefferson Marine Resources Committee (MRC) Meeting
Join the Jefferson MRC for their monthly meeting and speaker, Dave Nakagawara from the Port of Port Townsend. Learn more HERE.
Location: Pavilion Room, Port Townsend
Ask a Master Gardener
Jefferson County Master Gardeners are pleased to work with you on your garden-related questions! For plant problem diagnosis bring a sample that clearly shows the difference between unhealthy and healthy tissue. Pick a fresh plant specimen, put the cut end of the stem in a moist paper towel, and then come to the Ask a Master Gardener workshop. For plant identification bring a sample or picture that includes leaves, branches, stems, a portion of the fruiting or flowering structure (if available), and a picture of the stem or bark. For insect identification bring the insect intact in a small container soon after capture.
Note: Master Gardeners need a fresh specimen to make an accurate identification or assessment of the issue. Learn more or submit a question online here.
Location: Port Townsend Public Library, 1220 Lawrence St, Port Townsend
Forest Health Field Day
Join the Jefferson County Conservation District, Mason Conservation District, Jefferson Land Trust, and the Department of Natural Resources for a Forest Healthy Field Day including hands-on experience. Learn more and register HERE.
Location: Chimacum; register for details
Earth Day - Beach Clean-up and Invasive Grass Pull
Join the Friends of Fort Flagler to help remove debris and invasive sea grass from our beach. This will help protect our marine life and native species grasses and enhance the health of our park. Your contribution makes a tangible difference! Register HERE.
Location: Fort Flagler State Park, Lower Camp Area
Monthly Native Bee Walks
This three-part series will explore the diverse native bee populations of our region. Each walk will explore a different field location. Learn more and register HERE.
Location: All events start at the Dungeness River Nature Center
Easter Egg Hunt at Fort Flagler Lower Campground
Join the fun and bring your children aged 2 to 14 to Friends of Fort Flagler’s Easter egg hunt. We’ll meet at the Lower Campground by the bathroom. Children will be grouped into three age groups so the young ones have better odds (no child will come away empty-handed). Please feel free to bring baskets for the egg hunt.
Register HERE.
Location: Fort Flagler State Park, Lower Campground by playground
OPAS Backyard Birding
Learn to recognize calls of local and migrating birds with this "Sounds of Spring" presentation, including how to use the free Merlin Sound ID. Learn more HERE.
Location: Dungeness River Nature Center
OPAS Field Trip: Dungeness Landing and 3 Crabs
Join the Olympic Peninsula Audubon Society for birding along Dungeness Bay. Bring binoculars if you have them. Learn more and register HERE.
Location: Dungeness Landing/3 Crabs beach