Welcome to
Harbor WildWatch
We are an environmental education organization dedicated to inspiring stewardship for Puget Sound and the greater Salish Sea.
Our team offers a variety of unique activities for kids, adults, and families to learn about the Salish Sea. From guided beach walks to classroom STEM workshops – we educate over 30,000 people each year about the local marine environment and how they can help protect it.
We deliver both in-person and digital environmental education programs. Visit our calendar for the most up-to-date information on all our activities. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for access to all past and future digital programs.
Youth Programs
Harbor WildWatch offers a variety of opportunities for K-12 students to explore STEM subjects through a marine science lens.
- Classroom Workshops
- Field Courses
- Jr. Naturalist Training
- and More
Member Programs
Membership has its rewards! We offer Steward Club members access to unique opportunities along the shores of the Salish Sea.
- Cocktails and Fishtails
- Private Walking Tours
- Birthday Adventures
- and More
Public Programs
Take advantage of the numerous public programs available to anyone interested in learning more about our near shore areas.
- Walking Tours
- Live SCUBA Dives
- Community Science
- and More
If you can’t make it to one of our scheduled programs, we encourage you to stop by our headquarters in downtown Gig Harbor. The Skansie Visitor & Interpretive Center gives residents and visitors a chance to learn about the Salish Sea’s natural history by exploring a variety of unique exhibits, including:
100-Gallon Touch Tank
Augmented Reality Sandbox
Marine Mammal Skull Display
Live Underwater Video Stream
Microscope Station
These exhibits are open year-round, appropriate for all ages, and free to residents and visitors. Visit us at the Skansie Visitor & Interpretive Center today!
Skansie Visitor & Interpretive Center:
- 3207 Harborview Dr, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
Summer Hours (May - September)
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Wednesday to Sunday, 10 AM to 4 PM
*Due to a volunteer shortage, operating hours may vary.
Winter Hours (October - April)
- Wednesday to Saturday, 10 AM to 4 PM
“We truly believe that exposing people to the unique creatures in the Salish Sea will inspire them to care about those animals”
Harbor WildWatch believes that STEM-learning should be fun and, equally, that providing free education about the local environment inspires the community to protect it.