
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

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

Pier into the Night (Winter)
Get a live, underwater journey of Gig Harbor Bay—without getting wet!
Explore the Estuary: Public Workshop Series
Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge
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.
Cocktails and Fishtales- Monitoring Water Quality with Mussels and Volunteers!
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Field Work
EVENTS YOU DO WITH US

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.
Full Calendar
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- 15Wonders of the Waterfront Walking Tour10:00 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 , ...
- 16Dock Walk1:00 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 , ... - 17
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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 , ... - 20Explore the Estuary: Public Workshop Series1:00 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 , ... - 21Feeding 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 , ... - 22Wonders of the Waterfront Walking Tour10:00 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 , ...
- 23Dock Walk1:00 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 , ... - 24
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- 26Feeding 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 , ... - 27Feeding 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 , ... - 28Feeding 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 , ... - 29Wonders of the Waterfront Walking Tour10:00 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 , ...
- 30Dock Walk1:00 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 , ... - 31
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