BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Communities for a Healthy Bay - ECPv6.15.15//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Communities for a Healthy Bay X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.healthybay.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Communities for a Healthy Bay REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260117T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260117T113000 DTSTAMP:20260603T190547 CREATED:20251125T222948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T231557Z UID:10000208-1768644000-1768649400@www.healthybay.org SUMMARY:Sharks of Washington DESCRIPTION:Washington’s coastal waters and the Salish Sea are home to an incredible diversity of shark species — from deep-dwelling sevengills to the graceful spiny dogfish that glide through our nearshore waters. These sharks are essential to healthy marine ecosystems\, and new research is revealing even more about their lives beneath the surface. \nJoin us this winter for Sharks of Washington\, the next session in CHB’s Voices for a Thriving Future lecture series. This community event brings local experts and residents together to explore the science\, species\, and environmental challenges shaping the health of Commencement Bay and South Sound waters. \nSaturday\, January 17 at 10:00 AMAsia Pacific Cultural Center4851 S Tacoma Way\, Tacoma\, WAFree and open to the public — no RSVP required \nCHB staff will kick off the program with a brief look at how water quality and pollution affect local shark species and why this work matters for their long-term survival. Then hear from our guest speaker\, Lisa Hillier\, about the shark populations inhabiting our waters and the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife’s efforts to monitor and manage these species. In addition\, she will present recent scientific findings on two species that have expanded their range into the deeper waters of South Puget Sound! \nCome learn more about the predators that help keep our marine ecosystems healthy and thriving. \nMeet Our Speaker\nLisa Hillier\, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW)\n\nLisa Hillier has served with the WDFW for more than 20 years\, where she has played a key role in the management of groundfish\, shellfish\, and forage fish species. She represents Washington on the Coastal Pelagic Species Management Team within the Pacific Fishery Management Council process and also serves on the North Pacific Fishery Management Council’s Bering Sea and Gulf of Alaska Plan Teams. In addition to her management work\, Lisa remains actively engaged in field research\, conducting surveys through SCUBA\, remotely operated vehicles\, trawl\, and hook-and-line methods. She is currently leading multiple shark research initiatives in collaboration with universities and management agencies across both the West and East coasts. \n  URL:https://www.healthybay.org/event/sharks/ LOCATION:Asia Pacific Cultural Center\, 4851 S Tacoma Way\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98409\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Educational Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.healthybay.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Untitled-design-24.png ORGANIZER;CN="Communities for a Healthy Bay":MAILTO:chb@healthybay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260427T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260427T190000 DTSTAMP:20260603T190547 CREATED:20260409T183021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T222644Z UID:10000214-1777312800-1777316400@www.healthybay.org SUMMARY:Whale Safe Boating Presentation DESCRIPTION:Boating season is just around the corner! As the weather warms up\, join CHB for a special Whale Safe Boating presentation before you head out on the water. Learn about orcas in Puget Sound and how to be a “whale wise” boater\, so we can all enjoy the Bay while helping protect this important species. \nCHB staff will share tips and best practices for safely and responsibly sharing our waters with these incredible animals. Whether you’re a seasoned boater or just getting started\, this presentation is for you. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Plus\, all attendees will be entered into a raffle for fun prizes! \nDon’t miss this opportunity to learn how you can help protect Puget Sound’s iconic orcas while enjoying your time on the water. \nWant to share the event details with friends? Show them this poster! URL:https://www.healthybay.org/event/whale-safe-boating-presentation/ LOCATION:Flagship Maritime Training Center\, 821 Dock Street\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98402\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Educational Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.healthybay.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Whale-Safe-Boating-Presentation-Poster-1-e1775772932819.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260502T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260502T120000 DTSTAMP:20260603T190547 CREATED:20260409T183853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T222211Z UID:10000217-1777717800-1777723200@www.healthybay.org SUMMARY:Microplastics in the Salish Sea DESCRIPTION:Our Voices for a Thriving Future series brings community members together to explore the issues\, species\, and science shaping the health of Commencement Bay and the South Sound. Each lecture highlights local experts\, elevates community knowledge\, and connects people directly with the work happening to protect our waters and wildlife. \nWe’re excited to continue the series this spring with our next session\, Microplastics in the Salish Sea! Our featured speaker is Julie Masura\, Teaching Professor and Research Scientist at University of Washington Tacoma. Julie is a lecturer of Geoscience in Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences. Her field work has expanded to determining the concentrations of microplastics in the waters and she involves several students in her research work as well as partners with many environmental education groups throughout the region. \nHer talk will highlight her research on microplastics in the waters of the Pacific Northwest and will provide guidance on actions to limit release of plastics into our waters. We hope you’ll join us and help spread the word as we continue learning together and uplifting the science that supports a thriving future for our region! \nThis is event is free and open to the public! No RSVP required. \nWant to help spread the word? Share this poster with friends! URL:https://www.healthybay.org/event/microplastics-in-the-salish-sea/ LOCATION:Tacoma Mountaineers Program Center\, 2302 North 30th Street\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98403\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.healthybay.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Microplastics-in-the-Salish-Sea-Poster-1-e1775773086687.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260515T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260515T210000 DTSTAMP:20260603T190547 CREATED:20260113T230505Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T230505Z UID:10000211-1778866200-1778878800@www.healthybay.org SUMMARY:Cheers to a Healthy Bay DESCRIPTION:Cheers to a Healthy Bay\, our Annual Auction and Fundraiser\, returns on Friday\, May 15\, 2026\, at the Foss Waterway Seaport. Join us for an inspiring evening dedicated to supporting the South Sound’s waterways and celebrating a vibrant\, healthy bay. Ticket sales begin mid-March. \nIf you’re interested in sponsoring this event and making an even greater impact\, please reach out to us at kstone@healthybay.org. We’d love to partner with you! URL:https://www.healthybay.org/event/cheers-to-a-healthy-bay-2026/ LOCATION:Foss Waterway Seaport\, 705 Dock Street\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98402\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.healthybay.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Cheers-to-a-Healthy-Bay-2025_Save-the-Date_Email-1600-x-616-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Communities for a Healthy Bay":MAILTO:chb@healthybay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260530T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260530T140000 DTSTAMP:20260603T190547 CREATED:20260519T201621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T201621Z UID:10000220-1780135200-1780149600@www.healthybay.org SUMMARY:Youth Kayak Tour DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun and educational paddle on the water! During this half-day guided tour\, youth will learn the basics of kayaking\, practice water safety\, and build confidence on the water—all while exploring the natural beauty of our local shoreline. Along the way\, we’ll spot marine wildlife\, learn about the unique ecosystems of the South Sound\, and enjoy some summertime adventure from the best seat in the house: a kayak! \nNo prior experience needed. All gear and instruction provided along with lunch and drinks. Open to youth ages 12-17. \nSpace is limited to 12 participants—register below to save your spot! \n\n\n \n X/TwitterThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Contact DetailsParent Name(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Contact Information(Required)\n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n \n Phone(Required)Address \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State / Province / Region\n \n \n ZIP / Postal Code\n \n \n Country\n AfghanistanAlbaniaAlgeriaAmerican SamoaAndorraAngolaAnguillaAntarcticaAntigua and BarbudaArgentinaArmeniaArubaAustraliaAustriaAzerbaijanBahamasBahrainBangladeshBarbadosBelarusBelgiumBelizeBeninBermudaBhutanBoliviaBonaire\, Sint Eustatius and SabaBosnia and HerzegovinaBotswanaBouvet IslandBrazilBritish Indian Ocean TerritoryBrunei DarussalamBulgariaBurkina FasoBurundiCabo VerdeCambodiaCameroonCanadaCayman IslandsCentral African RepublicChadChileChinaChristmas IslandCocos IslandsColombiaComorosCongoCongo\, Democratic Republic of theCook IslandsCosta RicaCroatiaCubaCuraçaoCyprusCzechiaCôte d'IvoireDenmarkDjiboutiDominicaDominican RepublicEcuadorEgyptEl SalvadorEquatorial GuineaEritreaEstoniaEswatiniEthiopiaFalkland IslandsFaroe IslandsFijiFinlandFranceFrench GuianaFrench PolynesiaFrench Southern TerritoriesGabonGambiaGeorgiaGermanyGhanaGibraltarGreeceGreenlandGrenadaGuadeloupeGuamGuatemalaGuernseyGuineaGuinea-BissauGuyanaHaitiHeard Island and McDonald IslandsHoly SeeHondurasHong KongHungaryIcelandIndiaIndonesiaIranIraqIrelandIsle of ManIsraelItalyJamaicaJapanJerseyJordanKazakhstanKenyaKiribatiKorea\, Democratic People's Republic ofKorea\, Republic ofKuwaitKyrgyzstanLao People's Democratic RepublicLatviaLebanonLesothoLiberiaLibyaLiechtensteinLithuaniaLuxembourgMacaoMadagascarMalawiMalaysiaMaldivesMaliMaltaMarshall IslandsMartiniqueMauritaniaMauritiusMayotteMexicoMicronesiaMoldovaMonacoMongoliaMontenegroMontserratMoroccoMozambiqueMyanmarNamibiaNauruNepalNetherlandsNew CaledoniaNew ZealandNicaraguaNigerNigeriaNiueNorfolk IslandNorth MacedoniaNorthern Mariana IslandsNorwayOmanPakistanPalauPalestine\, State ofPanamaPapua New GuineaParaguayPeruPhilippinesPitcairnPolandPortugalPuerto RicoQatarRomaniaRussian FederationRwandaRéunionSaint BarthélemySaint Helena\, Ascension and Tristan da CunhaSaint Kitts and NevisSaint LuciaSaint MartinSaint Pierre and MiquelonSaint Vincent and the GrenadinesSamoaSan MarinoSao Tome and PrincipeSaudi ArabiaSenegalSerbiaSeychellesSierra LeoneSingaporeSint MaartenSlovakiaSloveniaSolomon IslandsSomaliaSouth AfricaSouth Georgia and the South Sandwich IslandsSouth SudanSpainSri LankaSudanSurinameSvalbard and Jan MayenSwedenSwitzerlandSyria Arab RepublicTaiwanTajikistanTanzania\, the United Republic ofThailandTimor-LesteTogoTokelauTongaTrinidad and TobagoTunisiaTurkmenistanTurks and Caicos IslandsTuvaluTürkiyeUS Minor Outlying IslandsUgandaUkraineUnited Arab EmiratesUnited KingdomUnited StatesUruguayUzbekistanVanuatuVenezuelaViet NamVirgin Islands\, BritishVirgin Islands\, U.S.Wallis and FutunaWestern SaharaYemenZambiaZimbabweÅland Islands \n \n \n Participant DetailsName(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Age(Required)121314151617This education session is designed for ages 12-17.GenderMaleFemaleNon-binaryAgenderMy gender isn't listedPrefer Not to AnswerAllergies/Dietary RestrictionsKayaking experienceNoneSomeAdvancedHow did you hear about this event?Social MediaCHB WebsiteCHB NewsletterWord of MouthRefer a FriendPast ParticipantPeachjar PostingOtherKayaking Waiver(Required) I agree to complete the waiver.A parent or guardian will need to sign a waiver for Foss Harbor Marina on behalf of participants under 18 years of age. This will be provided via email and must be returned prior to the session. Photo Consent I understand CHB staff may be taking photographs during this program and give permission for my child to be photographed as part of this program for use by CHB in printed materials\, through the internet or through other media outlets.CAPTCHA URL:https://www.healthybay.org/event/youth-kayak-tour-may-30/ LOCATION:Communities for a Healthy Bay\, 535 Dock Street\, Tacoma\, Washington\, 98402\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.healthybay.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/EJC_Kayacking.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Communities for a Healthy Bay":MAILTO:chb@healthybay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260531T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260531T150000 DTSTAMP:20260603T190547 CREATED:20260519T201704Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T201704Z UID:10000223-1780225200-1780239600@www.healthybay.org SUMMARY:Youth Kayak Tour DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun and educational paddle on the water! During this half-day guided tour\, youth will learn the basics of kayaking\, practice water safety\, and build confidence on the water—all while exploring the natural beauty of our local shoreline. Along the way\, we’ll spot marine wildlife\, learn about the unique ecosystems of the South Sound\, and enjoy some summertime adventure from the best seat in the house: a kayak! \nNo prior experience needed. All gear and instruction provided along with lunch and drinks. Open to youth ages 12-17. \nSpace is limited to 12 participants—register below to save your spot! \nUnfortunately our program has reached capacity. If you'd like to join the waitlist\, please let us know by emailing education@healthybay.org. URL:https://www.healthybay.org/event/youth-kayak-tour-may-31/ LOCATION:Communities for a Healthy Bay\, 535 Dock Street\, Tacoma\, Washington\, 98402\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.healthybay.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/EJC_Kayacking.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Communities for a Healthy Bay":MAILTO:chb@healthybay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260613T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260613T140000 DTSTAMP:20260603T190547 CREATED:20260519T201732Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T201732Z UID:10000226-1781344800-1781359200@www.healthybay.org SUMMARY:Youth Kayak Tour DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun and educational paddle on the water! During this half-day guided tour\, youth will learn the basics of kayaking\, practice water safety\, and build confidence on the water—all while exploring the natural beauty of our local shoreline. Along the way\, we’ll spot marine wildlife\, learn about the unique ecosystems of the South Sound\, and enjoy some summertime adventure from the best seat in the house: a kayak! \nNo prior experience needed. All gear and instruction provided along with lunch and drinks. Open to youth ages 12-17. \nSpace is limited to 12 participants—register below to save your spot! \nUnfortunately our program has reached capacity. If you'd like to join the waitlist\, please let us know by emailing education@healthybay.org. URL:https://www.healthybay.org/event/youth-kayak-tour-june-13/ LOCATION:Communities for a Healthy Bay\, 535 Dock Street\, Tacoma\, Washington\, 98402\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.healthybay.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/EJC_Kayacking.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Communities for a Healthy Bay":MAILTO:chb@healthybay.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR