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.
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.
Beach Monitoring – DeMolay Sand Spit Monitoring
Help us scienceFox Island Sand Spit
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