Plan your visit

Traveling through, or lifelong resident, we’re excited to introduce you to more of this place we call home.

Outdoor

EVENTS WE DO

Our Education Director, Rachel, holding up two very crabby Kelp Crabs.

Guided Tours (Spring–Fall)
Visit a beach, wetland, forest, or dock, and let us introduce you to its many inhabitants.

Field Work (see below)
Even more hands-on, community science events. Help us gather data on our ecosystem.

Pier into the Night (Winter)
Get a live, underwater journey of Gig Harbor Bay—without getting wet!

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Indoor

EVENTS WE DO

Marine Life Center (every Wed–Sun)
Explore us year-round, and attend our in-house events for adults and young families alike!

Cocktails & Fishtales (Quarterly)
Grab a refreshment, and dive deep into learning about the fascinating world of marine life.

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Field Work

EVENTS YOU DO WITH US

Volunteers examining a square on a transect line at beach monitoring.

Monitoring (Winter & Summer)
It's low-tide science—no experience required! Help collect essential data from our many beaches.

Surveys
Help track the vital signs of key populations. Some training required.

Cleanups (Summer)
Let's clean up our (human) trash. In cooperation with South Sound Surfrider.

Learn more about our many science monitoring programs.

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Full Calendar

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Wonders of the Waterfront Walking Tour
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The Gig Harbor Waterfront Alliance, in partnership with Harbor WildWatch  and 7Seas Brewery, are proud to offer these beloved tours to residents and visitors once again!  Discover the incredible diversity of life that is present and explore the natural and cultural history of Gig Harbor! Tour the waterfront from sidewa , ...
Feeding Frenzy!
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Join Harbor WildWatch for a feeding experience! Watch hermit crabs scramble and Surf Perch race for food during our daily feed! Chat with one of our aquarists or naturalists who care for our resident Salish Sea critters. You may even get the chance to see our octopus grab a snack from their den! Feeding Frenzy is FREE , ...
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Dock Walk
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Have you ever wondered what wonderful creatures live underneath Jerisich Dock? Join a Harbor WildWatch Naturalist for a dock walk. We will gather at 1pm at the picnic tables near the bathrooms on Jerisich Dock before we head down the dock to make observations about the incredible adaptations the sea life has for thrivi , ...
Feeding Frenzy!
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Join Harbor WildWatch for a feeding experience! Watch hermit crabs scramble and Surf Perch race for food during our daily feed! Chat with one of our aquarists or naturalists who care for our resident Salish Sea critters. You may even get the chance to see our octopus grab a snack from their den! Feeding Frenzy is FREE , ...
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Feeding Frenzy!
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Join Harbor WildWatch for a feeding experience! Watch hermit crabs scramble and Surf Perch race for food during our daily feed! Chat with one of our aquarists or naturalists who care for our resident Salish Sea critters. You may even get the chance to see our octopus grab a snack from their den! Feeding Frenzy is FREE , ...
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Explore the Estuary: Public Workshop Series
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Join Harbor WildWatch for a monthly workshop on the wild side! These tours will be paired with a monthly lesson that can be adapted for all ages. We will gather at 1pm on the covered lookout deck near the restrooms at Billy Frank Jr Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge before embarking on a 60-90 minute tour. Parking is , ...
Feeding Frenzy!
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Join Harbor WildWatch for a feeding experience! Watch hermit crabs scramble and Surf Perch race for food during our daily feed! Chat with one of our aquarists or naturalists who care for our resident Salish Sea critters. You may even get the chance to see our octopus grab a snack from their den! Feeding Frenzy is FREE , ...
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Feeding Frenzy!
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Join Harbor WildWatch for a feeding experience! Watch hermit crabs scramble and Surf Perch race for food during our daily feed! Chat with one of our aquarists or naturalists who care for our resident Salish Sea critters. You may even get the chance to see our octopus grab a snack from their den! Feeding Frenzy is FREE , ...
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Wonders of the Waterfront Walking Tour
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The Gig Harbor Waterfront Alliance, in partnership with Harbor WildWatch  and 7Seas Brewery, are proud to offer these beloved tours to residents and visitors once again!  Discover the incredible diversity of life that is present and explore the natural and cultural history of Gig Harbor! Tour the waterfront from sidewa , ...
Feeding Frenzy!
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Join Harbor WildWatch for a feeding experience! Watch hermit crabs scramble and Surf Perch race for food during our daily feed! Chat with one of our aquarists or naturalists who care for our resident Salish Sea critters. You may even get the chance to see our octopus grab a snack from their den! Feeding Frenzy is FREE , ...
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Dock Walk
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Have you ever wondered what wonderful creatures live underneath Jerisich Dock? Join a Harbor WildWatch Naturalist for a dock walk. We will gather at 1pm at the picnic tables near the bathrooms on Jerisich Dock before we head down the dock to make observations about the incredible adaptations the sea life has for thrivi , ...
Feeding Frenzy!
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Join Harbor WildWatch for a feeding experience! Watch hermit crabs scramble and Surf Perch race for food during our daily feed! Chat with one of our aquarists or naturalists who care for our resident Salish Sea critters. You may even get the chance to see our octopus grab a snack from their den! Feeding Frenzy is FREE , ...
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Feeding Frenzy!
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Join Harbor WildWatch for a feeding experience! Watch hermit crabs scramble and Surf Perch race for food during our daily feed! Chat with one of our aquarists or naturalists who care for our resident Salish Sea critters. You may even get the chance to see our octopus grab a snack from their den! Feeding Frenzy is FREE , ...
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Feeding Frenzy!
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Join Harbor WildWatch for a feeding experience! Watch hermit crabs scramble and Surf Perch race for food during our daily feed! Chat with one of our aquarists or naturalists who care for our resident Salish Sea critters. You may even get the chance to see our octopus grab a snack from their den! Feeding Frenzy is FREE , ...
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Feeding Frenzy!
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Join Harbor WildWatch for a feeding experience! Watch hermit crabs scramble and Surf Perch race for food during our daily feed! Chat with one of our aquarists or naturalists who care for our resident Salish Sea critters. You may even get the chance to see our octopus grab a snack from their den! Feeding Frenzy is FREE , ...
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Wonders of the Waterfront Walking Tour
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The Gig Harbor Waterfront Alliance, in partnership with Harbor WildWatch  and 7Seas Brewery, are proud to offer these beloved tours to residents and visitors once again!  Discover the incredible diversity of life that is present and explore the natural and cultural history of Gig Harbor! Tour the waterfront from sidewa , ...
Feeding Frenzy!
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Join Harbor WildWatch for a feeding experience! Watch hermit crabs scramble and Surf Perch race for food during our daily feed! Chat with one of our aquarists or naturalists who care for our resident Salish Sea critters. You may even get the chance to see our octopus grab a snack from their den! Feeding Frenzy is FREE , ...
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Dock Walk
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Have you ever wondered what wonderful creatures live underneath Jerisich Dock? Join a Harbor WildWatch Naturalist for a dock walk. We will gather at 1pm at the picnic tables near the bathrooms on Jerisich Dock before we head down the dock to make observations about the incredible adaptations the sea life has for thrivi , ...
Feeding Frenzy!
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Join Harbor WildWatch for a feeding experience! Watch hermit crabs scramble and Surf Perch race for food during our daily feed! Chat with one of our aquarists or naturalists who care for our resident Salish Sea critters. You may even get the chance to see our octopus grab a snack from their den! Feeding Frenzy is FREE , ...
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