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SUMMARY:Coos History Museum First Friday Talk: Sea Otter Reintroduction Updates
DESCRIPTION:Join the Coos History Museum on Tuesday August 4th for our First Tuesday Talk featuring Kyle Motley of the Elakha Alliance. Doors open at 5:30pm\, and the talk will be from 6pm-7pm. \nRegister for Talk: https://cooshistory.org/event-registration/ \nThe Elakha Alliance’s mission is to restore sea otter populations to the Oregon Coast. In this talk\, Kyle will share about new developments related to this mission\, offering attendees an opportunity to learn more about the efforts of this central coast based organization to return a keystone species to our coast. Call\, visit us in-person\, or register online to reserve your spot. CHM members attend free. Walk-ins are welcome!
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/coos-history-museum-first-friday-talk-sea-otter-reintroduction-updates/
LOCATION:Coos History Museum\, 1210 N Front Street\, Coos Bay\, OR\, 97420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260605T120000
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SUMMARY:Otter Advocate: Virtual Lunch & Learn
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Otter Advocate Lunch and Learn on Friday June 5th from 12pm-12:30pm! This short virtual session will introduce supporters to Elakha Alliance’s annual We Otter Bring them Back campaign and walk through how to set up\, customize\, and use their own Givebutter fundraising page. We’ll also share fundraising tips\, social media resources\, and answer any questions before the campaign officially kicks off. Whether you’re a returning advocate\, joining for the first time\, or curious if this is right for you\, this orientation will help you get started and feel confident making a difference for sea otters. \nIf you’re not able to attend live\, please do register still so we can send you a link of the recording afterwards. \nREGISTER FOR LUNCH & LEARN\n 
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/otter-advocate-lunch-learn-webinar/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260602T190000
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SUMMARY:Science Pub Talk: Sea Otters
DESCRIPTION:Restoring A Missing Keystone Species\n\n\n\n\nWith Chanel Hason\, Marine Biologist\, Environmental Educator\, and Director of Outreach & Community Relations for the Elakha Alliance. \n\n\nSea otters once thrived along the Oregon coast\, playing a critical role in maintaining healthy kelp forests. Their removal during the maritime fur trade left a missing link in Oregon’s nearshore ecosystem – contributing to unchecked sea urchin populations and declining kelp habitat. \n\n\n\n\nIn this engaging and science-based presentation\, marine biologist Chanel Hason explores how sea otters function as keystone predators\, the cascading ecological benefits they bring to kelp forests and estuaries\, and what restoration could mean for Oregon’s biodiversity\, fisheries\, and coastal resilience. Attendees will gain insight into the collaborative\, tribal-led efforts underway to develop a responsible reintroduction plan by the Elakha Alliance – and how restoring this iconic species could help rebalance Oregon’s underwater forests for generations to come. \n\n\n\n\nScience Pubs are a casual lecture series located in fun venues across the region\, recommended for ages 10 and over. \n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n$8 suggested donation | Advance tickets recommended
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/science-pub-talk-sea-otters/
LOCATION:McMenamins Mission Theater\, 1624 NW Glisan St\, Portland\, OR\, 97209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260210T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260210T190000
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SUMMARY:Restoring a Keystone: Bringing Sea Otters Back to Oregon (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Join an engaging virtual presentation about the Elakha Alliance’s efforts to restore sea otters\, a keystone species\, to the Oregon coast. Hosted by the Deschutes Public Library\, discover how these charismatic marine mammals are vital to the health of our coastal ecosystems\, the history behind their disappearance\, and the collaborative work being done to bring them back. Learn how you can support this critical conservation mission and help make a lasting impact on Oregon’s marine environment. \nZOOM REGISTRATION LINK\nAbout the Presenter: \nChanel Hason is a marine biologist\, environmental educator\, and passionate ocean advocate serving as the Director of Outreach & Community Relations for the Elakha Alliance. With a background that includes working with sea otters at the Monterey Bay Aquarium\, conducting marine research on the Great Barrier Reef\, and educating communities about the wonders of the natural world\, Chanel brings science to life with energy and heart. At Elakha\, she leads public engagement efforts to support the restoration of sea otters to the Oregon coast – reviving an essential keystone species to help restore balance to nearshore ecosystems. Whether she’s giving a science pub talk\, running a fundraiser\, or tabling at community events\, Chanel loves inspiring people to fall in love with sea otters and the kelp forests they call home. \nThe Elakha Alliance is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Oregon\, founded by tribal leaders\, conservationists\, and nonprofit advocates united by a powerful vision. We imagine an Oregon coast where future generations thrive alongside a restored sea otter population and a resilient marine ecosystem.  Learn more at https://www.elakhaalliance.org/ \nQuestions? Contact laurelh@deschuteslibrary.org
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/restoring-a-keystone-bringing-sea-otters-back-to-oregon-virtual/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Free Event,Presentation,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260126T193000
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SUMMARY:NAME Virtual Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Northwest Aquatic & Marine Educators (NAME) group is hosting their Virtual Speaker Series and kicking it off with sea otters! \nREGISTER HERE TO VIRTUALLY ATTEND\nJoin Chanel Hason\, Director of Outreach and Community Relations for the Elakha Alliance\, for an engaging presentation about the organization’s efforts to restore sea otters to the Oregon coast. Discover how these charismatic marine mammals are vital to the health of our coastal ecosystems\, the history behind their disappearance\, and the collaborative work being done to bring them back. Learn how you can support this critical conservation mission and help make a lasting impact on Oregon’s marine environment. \n\nChanel Hason is a marine biologist\, environmental educator\, and passionate ocean advocate serving as the Director of Outreach & Community Relations for the Elakha Alliance. With a background that includes working with sea otters at the Monterey Bay Aquarium\, conducting marine research on the Great Barrier Reef\, and educating communities about the wonders of the natural world\, Chanel brings science to life with energy and heart. At Elakha\, she leads public engagement efforts to support the restoration of sea otters to the Oregon coast – reviving an essential keystone species to help restore balance to nearshore ecosystems. Whether she’s giving a science pub talk\, running a fundraiser\, or tabling at community events\, Chanel loves inspiring people to fall in love with sea otters and the kelp forests they call home.
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/name-virtual-speaker-series/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Presentation,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260123T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260123T193000
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SUMMARY:Newport Winter Speaker Series - Restoring Sea Otters in Oregon
DESCRIPTION:Join Chanel Hason from the Elakha Alliance for a fascinating look at efforts to bring sea otters back to Oregon. Learn why these marine mammals are vital to coastal ecosystems\, the history of their disappearance\, and how you can support this important conservation work. This event is part of the Newport Winter Lecture Series. \nThis event is free an open to the public. Coffee\, tea\, and cookies will be provided. \nREGISTER HERE FOR FREE
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/newport-winter-speaker-series-restoring-sea-otters-in-oregon/
LOCATION:Newport Recreation Center\, 225 SE Avery St\, Newport\, OR\, 97365\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Free Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251027T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251027T150000
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SUMMARY:2025 Elakha Alliance Science Symposium (presented virtually)
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to join the 2025 Elakha Alliance Science Symposium presented virtually on Monday October 27th\, 9:00am-3:00pm PST. Registration is required to attend the live presentations and to ask the speakers questions. \nOur focus this year are the “Restoring Balance: Sea Otter Conservation Lessons & Updates.” We’ve chosen the theme to coincide with the release of the newly published Sea Otter Conservation II: Nearshore Ecosystem Restoration. \nDriven nearly to extinction by the maritime fur trade\, sea otters have made one of conservation’s most remarkable comebacks. This new volume brings together leading experts to share the latest insights into their recovery and the profound role they play in restoring and strengthening coastal ecosystems. \nFrom kelp forests and eelgrass meadows to salt marshes and sandy shorelines\, sea otters influence the health of nearshore habitats in ways that ripple across marine and even terrestrial systems. The book also explores the history and socio-ecological consequences of the fur trade\, the challenges and opportunities of future reintroductions\, and the latest research on climate change\, genetics\, and population dynamics. \nAt this year’s symposium\, you’ll hear directly from the scientists and researchers who contributed to this landmark publication. Scroll down for the full schedule. \nWe are asking participants to provide a $10 registration fee/donation\, which will help the Elakha Alliance continue our work towards ocean conservation in Oregon. If you’re a student looking to attend and the registration fee is a hinderance\, please email Info@ElakhaAlliance.org for sponsorship opportunities. \nVIEW RECORDED PRESENTATIONS FROM 2025 HERE\n____________\nSymposium Presenter Schedule:\nUpdated 10/26: Heather Coletti who was scheduled to present at 1:00pm is unable to because of the federal government shutdown. We will now conclude the event at 3pm. \n\n9:00am PST: KEYNOTE: How the history of harvest and recovery influenced our understanding of the ecological role of sea otters\, Jim Bodkin\n10:00am PST: Sea otters and rocky reef communities\, Dr. Matt Edwards\n11:00am PST: The role of sea otters in seagrass and salt marsh communities\, Dr. Erin Foster\n12:00pm PST: A catastrophic and unintended experiment: Revisiting our understanding of sea otters and their social and ecological importance based on a system in transition\, Dr. Shawn Larson\n1:00pm PST: Reintroductions and restoring nearshore ecosystems-the Elakha Alliance: A new approach to sea otter conservation\, Bob Bailey\n2:00pm PST: Envisioning sea otter recovery in the 21st century\, Dr. Shawn Larson\n\n____________\n2025 PRESENTER BIOS\nBob Bailey\n \nBob spent nearly 40 years in coastal and ocean planning and management for the State of Oregon. He also served as a City Commissioner for the City of Oregon City\, a member of the City of Salem Budget Committee\, and chair of the Oregon Wave Energy Trust. He is currently the Board President of the Elakha Alliance. \nJim (James) Bodkin\n \nJames Bodkin is Scientist Emeritus with the US Geological Survey. Jim received a MSc degree from California Polytechnic State University\, San Luis Obispo in 1986. He led the sea otter and nearshore ecosystem research program for the USGS\, Alaska Science Center until his retirement in 2013 and continues to consult with government\, private and academic organizations regarding sea otters and coastal marine ecosystems. Jim has 47 years of experience with sea otters and marine ecosystems and co-edited Volume I of Sea Otter Conservation. \nHeather Coletti (Unable to present because of the federal government shutdown)\n \nHeather is a Marine Ecologist for the National Park Service. She is monitoring resources that are explicitly linked to the marine nearshore along regions within the Gulf of Alaska through the NPS SWAN I&M program and Gulf Watch Alaska. \nDr. Matt Edwards\n \nDr. Matt Edwards is interested in the causes and consequences of variability in biological communities. His research focuses on patterns of variation in giant kelp (Macrocystis pyrifera) forests at multiple spatial and temporal scales throughout the species’ geographic range in the Northeast Pacific Ocean. As part of his research program\, he’s been examining the relative importance of numerous physical and biological factors in the structuring of kelp forest communities\, as well as how these factors modify interactions among co-occurring species\, with particular emphasis on large-scale phenomena (such as El Niño Southern Oscillations and global climate change). \nDr. Erin Foster\n \nDr. Erin Foster is a postdoctoral Research Scientist with the Cetacean Research Program at Fisheries and Oceans Canada’s Pacific Biological Station. Erin received a PhD from the University of Victoria\, examining the effects of sea otter range expansion\, their influence on eelgrass population genetics and community ecology\, and the ancient relationships between sea otters\, clams\, and Indigenous clam gardening. Erin has 17 years of experience with sea otters and nearshore ecology and is interested in restoring the ecological interactions that have been lost or modified where keystone species are reduced. \nDr. Shawn Larson\n \nDr. Shawn Larson received her Ph.D. from the University of Washington School of Aquatic and Fishery Science. Shawn is the Senior Conservation Research Manager at the Seattle Aquarium. She has been working with sea otters for 28 years focusing on sea otter reproduction\, population genetics\, diet characteristics\, nearshore ecology\, and most recently the sea otter’s role in mitigating climate change. Dr. Larson has organized and run the Sea Otter Conservation Workshop in Seattle since 1999\, serves as the Sea Otter Species Coordinator for the International Union for the Conservation of Nature’s Species Survival Commission’s Otter Specialist Group and co-edited Volume 1 of Sea Otter Conservation.
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/2025-elakha-alliance-virtual-science-symposium/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Presentation,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Eugene Environmental Film Festival: Ocean Conservation Day
DESCRIPTION:The Eugene Environmental Film Festival believes in creating space and a platform to address and bring light to critical issues facing our planet. We support the work being done at local and global levels and share a deep connection and responsibility to protect the environment and work in solidarity with others in the struggle for environmental justice. \nWe seek to raise awareness of all that is the environment globally and locally. We aim to provide a holistic perspective concerning the ways that we enjoy the environment; to understand the ways the environment feeds and nourishes us; to address the exploitation and harm to the environment; and to explore ways that we resist and protect the environment. Our vision is to raise awareness and inspire positive change. \n\n\nOCEAN CONSERVATION DAY\nGET YOUR TICKETS \nFrom the fight to restore California’s lost kelp forests to the historic protest boat Golden Rule sailing for a world free of nuclear devastation\, these films spotlight communities confronting ecological destruction and working toward healing and resilience. \nFilm Screenings: 6:00-7:30pm \n\nSequoias of the Sea (54:00)\nGolden Rule – The Journey for Peace (33:46)\nScreening will be followed by discussion.\n\nAction by Elakha Alliance: 8:00pm-9:00pm \nJoin us with Elakha Alliance\, a nonprofit organization based in Oregon\, founded by tribal leaders\, conservationists\, and nonprofit advocates united by a powerful vision. They imagine an Oregon coast where future generations thrive alongside a restored sea otter population and a resilient marine ecosystem. \nFor more information about EEFF\, please visit the EEFF website. \n 
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/eugene-environmental-film-festival-ocean-conservation-day/
LOCATION:Art House\, 492 E 13th Ave\, Eugene\, OR\, 97401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250918T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250918T203000
DTSTAMP:20250819T145631Z
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SUMMARY:Salem Talks Science Pub: Bringing Sea Otters Back to Oregon
DESCRIPTION:Chanel Hason is a marine biologist\, environmental educator\, and passionate ocean advocate serving as the Director of Outreach & Community Relations for the Elakha Alliance. With a background that includes working with sea otters at the Monterey Bay Aquarium\, conducting marine research on the Great Barrier Reef\, and educating communities about the wonders of the natural world\, Chanel brings science to life with energy and heart. At Elakha\, she leads public engagement efforts to support the restoration of sea otters to the Oregon coast – reviving an essential keystone species to help restore balance to nearshore ecosystems. Whether she’s giving a science pub talk\, running a fundraiser\, or tabling at community events\, Chanel loves inspiring people to fall in love with sea otters and the kelp forests they call home. \nCome hear Chanel’s engaging talk on sea otters at Venti’s Cafe on Thursday September 18th at 630pm in Salem\, OR! This event is free to attend and all ages are welcome.
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/salem-talks-science-pub-bringing-sea-otters-back-to-oregon/
LOCATION:Venti’s Cafe\, 325 Court St. NE\, Salem\, OR\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Free Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250828T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250828T200000
DTSTAMP:20250815T210105Z
CREATED:20250815T210105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T210105Z
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SUMMARY:Hodgepodge Educational Talk Series: Sea Otters
DESCRIPTION:Join Elakha Alliance’s Katie Russell in Eugene at Hodgepodge Books & Taps for an engaging\, educational evening all about Oregon’s beloved otters. 🦦 \nLearn fascinating facts about sea otters\, discover the vital role kelp forests play in coastal health\, and get tips on how to tell the difference between sea otters and river otters. Whether you’re an otter enthusiast or just curious about our coastal ecosystems\, this is a fun and informative event you won’t want to miss! This event is free and open to the public on August 28th from 7pm-8pm.
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/hodgepodge-educational-talk-series-sea-otters/
LOCATION:Hodgepodge Books and Taproom\, 158 E 14th Ave\, Eugene\, OR\, 97401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Free Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250724T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250724T130000
DTSTAMP:20250709T000303Z
CREATED:20250519T195607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T000303Z
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SUMMARY:Wildlife Wonders Summer Speaker Series: Sea Otters
DESCRIPTION:Join the Clackamas Community College Environmental Learning Center (ELC) for a series of presentations that explore wetlands\, wildlife\, and both current and historical human-wildlife interactions provided by professionals and experts in their fields. There is a $10 suggested donation to cover costs. \nOn Thursday July 24th\, from 12pm-1pm\, join Chanel Hason\, Director of Outreach and Community Relations for the Elakha Alliance\, for an engaging presentation about the organization’s efforts to restore sea otters to the Oregon coast. Discover how these charismatic marine mammals are vital to the health of our coastal ecosystems\, the history behind their disappearance\, and the collaborative work being done to bring them back. Learn how you can support this critical conservation mission and help make a lasting impact on Oregon’s marine environment. \nReservations:\nTo reserve your ticket\, select “Get tickets\,” then select the program(s) you would like to attend. \nDrop-ins: On the day of the program\, you can register with a staff member at the ELC. Please show up by 11:45 a.m. to secure your spot!
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/wildlife-wonders-summer-speaker-series-sea-otters/
LOCATION:Clackamas Community College Environmental Learning Center (ELC)\, 19600 Molalla Ave\, Oregon City\, OR\, 97045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Free Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250612T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250612T140000
DTSTAMP:20250612T172007Z
CREATED:20250529T154244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T172007Z
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SUMMARY:SWOCC Presentation: Sea Otters: Once More on Our Shores?
DESCRIPTION:Southwestern Oregon Community College Curry Campus invites the community to join us on Thursday\, June 12\, 2025\, 1:00 – 2:00 pm (New Time!) for:  Sea Otters: Once More on Our Shores? \nThis is a free program sponsored by the Friends of Curry Campus and will be held in the Community Room on Southwestern’s Curry Campus\, 96082 Lone Ranch Parkway (off Highway 101)\, Brookings. \nJoin Kyle Motley\, Coastal Community Coordinator with the Elakha Alliance\, for an in-depth exploration of sea otters\, their ecological role\, and their historical significance along the Oregon Coast. Kyle will share the fascinating history of these iconic marine mammals\, discuss the vital ecological functions they serve in coastal ecosystems\, and outline the considerations involved in their potential reintroduction to Oregon. This presentation highlights the intersection of science\, culture\, and community in restoring balance to our coastal waters. \nKyle has an extensive background working with endangered species\, threatened ecosystems\, stakeholder engagement\, and watershed restoration projects on private and public lands. He received his Master of Science degree in natural resources from the University of Vermont\, where he focused on forest ecology. He has worked on monitoring\, restoration\, and forestry projects with the United States Forest Service\, the National Park Service\, and several local government agencies around the country. Since moving to the south coast six years ago\, Kyle has worked with local non-profit groups to successfully implement habitat restoration projects focused on coho salmon and oak woodlands. He is excited to be able to use his stakeholder engagement and community outreach skills for the Elakha Alliance. \nExplore\, grow\, and create with the Friends of Curry Campus on the second Thursday of every month during the school year. Stay tuned for upcoming talks in our speaker series. For more information contact the Curry Campus at 541-813-1667.
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/swocc-presentation-sea-otters-once-more-on-our-shores/
LOCATION:SWOCC – Curry Campus\, 96082 Lone Rnch Pkwy\, Brookings\, OR\, 97415\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Free Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250424T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250424T193000
DTSTAMP:20250304T163119Z
CREATED:20250304T162915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T163119Z
UID:3692-1745517600-1745523000@www.elakhaalliance.org
SUMMARY:Care & Stewardship: Art & Ecology Stewarding Oregon's Coastline
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the first lecture in our 2025 Lecture Series Care & Stewardship: Art & Ecology Stewarding Oregon’s Coastline with invited speakers Jane Bacchieri \, Chanel Hason and Josie Iselin! \nRSVP HERE\nDate: April 24th \nTime: 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. \nLocation: Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Arts & Agriculture \nWe are excited to host Jane Bacchieri and Chanel Hason of the Elakha Alliance in conversation with Josie Iselin\, co-director of Above/Below. \nLecture Highlights: \n– Discover the Elakha Alliance’s mission to restore sea otters to Oregon’s coast and how art is central to fostering community-driven conservation efforts. Learn about innovative outreach projects such as the Sea Otter Art Silent Auction and interactive workshops merging art and science. \n– Journey into the underwater world with Josie Iselin as she unveils The Mysterious World of Bull Kelp\, a web-based book celebrating kelp forests and their vital role in marine ecosystems. Josie will also highlight the intersection between kelp forest health and sea otter restoration. \nExpect a lively dialogue among the speakers\, captivating visuals\, and an opportunity for robust Q&A. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Space is limited so registration is required. \nFor ages 16 and older. Those under age 16 may attend accompanied by an adult. \nAbout the Speakers: \nJane Bacchieri (she/her)is the Executive Director of the Elakha Alliance\, a nonprofit working to restore sea otters to Oregon’s coast. With over 25 years of experience in natural resources management\, Jane previously led watershed planning and management teams for the City of Portland and served as a natural resources policy advisor for Oregon Governor Ted Kulongoski. She has also worked with the National Policy Consensus Center at Portland State University and managed coastal and watershed programs for organizations like the National Park Service and South Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve. Jane holds a Master of Environmental Management degree from Duke University and a Bachelor of Arts in Biology from the University of Vermont. \nChanel Hason serves as the Director of Outreach and Community Relations for the Elakha Alliance\, where she leads efforts to engage communities in restoring sea otters and enhancing marine ecosystems. Chanel’s diverse background includes marine biology\, animal husbandry\, environmental education\, and nonprofit management. She has conducted research on the Great Barrier Reef\, worked with sea and river otters at the Monterey Bay Aquarium\, and developed environmental programs for Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Ambassadors of the Environment. Chanel earned her MS in Sustainability Education from Portland State University and volunteers with the Surfrider Foundation. Fun fact: Chanel was crowned 2013 Miss Scuba USA and represented the U.S. at the Miss Scuba International Pageant in Malaysia. \nJosie Iselin is a photographer\, author\, and designer specializing in the world of seaweeds and kelp. Her most recent work\, The Mysterious World of Bull Kelp\, is a web-based book celebrating kelp forests’ intricate ecosystems. As co-director of Above/Below\, Josie brings attention to the underwater forests that mirror terrestrial ones. She holds a BA in Visual and Environmental Studies from Harvard and an MFA from San Francisco State University\, where she now teaches. Josie’s passion lies in synthesizing scientific stories through art\, encouraging thoughtfulness and stewardship of coastal ecosystems.
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/care-stewardship-art-ecology-stewarding-oregons-coastline/
LOCATION:Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Arts & Agriculture\, 68467 Three Creek Road\, Sisters\, OR\, 97759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Free Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250401T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250401T190000
DTSTAMP:20250228T175833Z
CREATED:20250228T164052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T175833Z
UID:3667-1743530400-1743534000@www.elakhaalliance.org
SUMMARY:1970's Oregon Sea Otter Translocation - What Happened?
DESCRIPTION:What happened to the 93 sea otters who were flown from Amchitka Island\, Alaska\, to Port Orford and Coos Bay for release into the ocean? Why were they brought to southern Oregon in the first place? And how did they\, by 1981\, all disappear? \nBob Bailey\, Board President of the Elakha Alliance\, will tell the tale\, discuss what we can learn from the past\, and answer your questions at Coos History Museum’s First Tuesday Talk on April 1st\, 2025 from 6:00pm-7:00pm.
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/1970s-oregon-sea-otter-translocation-what-happened/
LOCATION:Coos History Museum\, 1210 N Front Street\, Coos Bay\, OR\, 97420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250313T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250313T200000
DTSTAMP:20250304T011414Z
CREATED:20250228T170459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T011414Z
UID:3669-1741892400-1741896000@www.elakhaalliance.org
SUMMARY:Nerd Nite Eugene
DESCRIPTION:Nerd Nite is a monthly presentation series held in nearly 100 cities globally during which several folks give fun-yet-informative presentations across all disciplines – while the audience drinks along! Katie Russell of the Elakha Alliance will be presenting on our efforts on March 13th in at Drop Bear Brewery in Eugene – we hope to see you there!
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/nerd-nite-eugene/
LOCATION:Drop Bear Brewery\, 2690 Willamette St.\, Eugene\, OR\, 97405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250311T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250311T200000
DTSTAMP:20250222T222215Z
CREATED:20250222T222215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250222T222215Z
UID:3655-1741716000-1741723200@www.elakhaalliance.org
SUMMARY:SWOCC Biology Lecture: Sea Otters in Oregon: Road to Return
DESCRIPTION:Southwestern Oregon Community College invites the community to join us on Tuesday\, March 11\, 2025\, at 6:00 pm\, for “Sea Otters in Oregon: Road to Return” with Kyle Motley\, Coastal Community Coordinator\, Elakha Alliance. This is a free event; all ages are welcome. \nCoos County residents can join us in-person in the Umpqua Hall lecture room (room 184) on the Coos Campus\, 1988 Newmark Ave.\, Coos Bay. \nCurry County residents can join us for a watch party in the Community Room on the Curry Campus\, 96082 Lone Ranch Parkway\, Brookings. \nFor those not able to attend in person the lecture will be streamed live on the College’s YouTube channel at: www.youtube.com/@southwesternOR/streams. \nAbout the Lecture: \nJoin us for an in-depth exploration of sea otters\, their ecological role\, and their historical significance along the Oregon Coast. As the Coastal Community Coordinator for the Elakha Alliance\, Kyle Motley will share the fascinating history of these iconic marine mammals\, discuss the vital ecological functions they serve in coastal ecosystems\, and outline the considerations involved in their potential reintroduction to Oregon. This presentation highlights the intersection of science\, culture\, and community in restoring balance to our coastal waters. \nAbout the Presenter: \nKyle has an extensive background working with endangered species\, threatened ecosystems\, stakeholder engagement\, and watershed restoration projects on private and public lands. He received his Master of Science (MS) degree in natural resources from the University of Vermont\, where he focused on forest ecology. He has worked on monitoring\, restoration\, and forestry projects with the United States Forest Service\, the National Park Service\, and several local government agencies around the country. Since moving to the south coast six years ago\, Kyle has worked with local non-profit groups to successfully implement habitat restoration projects focused on coho salmon and oak woodlands. He is extremely excited to be able to use his stakeholder engagement and community outreach skills for the Elakha Alliance. \nFor more information about the lecture series contact Amy Burgess\, Assistant Professor of Biology at amy.burgess@socc.edu or 541-888-7496.
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/swocc-biology-lecture-sea-otters-in-oregon-road-to-return/
LOCATION:Southwestern Oregon Community College\, 1988 Newmark Ave.\, Coos Bay\, OR\, 97420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Free Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250220T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250220T193000
DTSTAMP:20241126T170930Z
CREATED:20241126T170929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T170930Z
UID:3485-1740074400-1740079800@www.elakhaalliance.org
SUMMARY:Restoring Oregon’s Coastal Balance: Bringing Sea Otters Back (Lincoln City\, OR)
DESCRIPTION:The OCCC Foundation is pleased to announce the return of the Williams Lecture Series. Briefly interrupted by the Pandemic\, the annual series has brought thought-provoking speakers to Lincoln County for three decades. \nJoin Chanel Hason\, Director of Outreach and Community Relations for the Elakha Alliance\, for an engaging presentation about the organization’s efforts to restore sea otters to the Oregon coast. Discover how these charismatic marine mammals are vital to the health of our coastal ecosystems\, the history behind their disappearance\, and the collaborative work being done to bring them back. Learn how you can support this critical conservation mission and help make a lasting impact on Oregon’s marine environment. \nSPEAKER: CHANEL HASON\nSPONSORS: OCCC FOUNDATION & LINCOLN CITY CULTURAL CENTER\nTHURSDAY\, FEBRUARY 20 • 6-7:30PM – FREE\n540 NE HWY. 101 • LINCOLN CITY
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/restoring-oregons-coastal-balance-bringing-sea-otters-back-lincoln-city-or/
LOCATION:Lincoln City Cultural Center\, 540 NE Hwy 101\, Lincoln City\, OR\, 97367\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Free Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250206T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250206T200000
DTSTAMP:20250203T224630Z
CREATED:20250128T155510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T224630Z
UID:3583-1738866600-1738872000@www.elakhaalliance.org
SUMMARY:The Care and Conservation of Sea Otters: Heroes of Our Nearshore Ecosystems
DESCRIPTION:Join MidCoast Watersheds Council for an inside look at the care and conservation of sea otters\,\nwith speaker Brittany Blades. Sea otters\, often described as charismatic marine mammals\, are\nmore than just a cute face. Attend this free talk to discover why they are the heroes of our\nnearshore ecosystems! The plight of the sea otter is an encouraging story about the recovery of a\nnear extinct species\, a journey that continues to this day. In Oregon\, sea otters have long been\nabsent from our shores as a result of centuries of intense hunting. The only places in Oregon\nwhere you are guaranteed to find one are the Oregon Coast Aquarium and Oregon Zoo. Learn\nhow Brittany Blades found herself immersed in a career caring for sea otters as well as getting\ninvolved with sea otter conservation efforts. Hear personal stories of hilarious sea otter antics and\ndiscover actions you can take to help sea otters in Oregon! \n\nTitle: The Care and Conservation of Sea Otters: Heroes of Our Nearshore Ecosystems\nTime: Thursday\, February 6\, 2025 | 6:30 PM- 8:00 PM\nLocation: Pacific Maritime Heritage Center\n333 SE Bay Blvd.\, Newport\, OR 97365\n\nZoom Registration: Click Here \nSpeaker: Brittany Blades\, Curator of Marine Mammals at Oregon Coast Aquarium\nBrittany is the Curator of Marine Mammals at Oregon Coast Aquarium. She has worked with sea\notters since 2008\, getting her start with an internship at Oregon Zoo where she was inspired to\nfocus on the care and conservation of sea otters and has now cared for sea otters at Oregon Coast\nAquarium since 2011. Brittany manages the care for sea otters as well as collecting Washington\nsea otter foraging data\, participating in the Washington Sea Otter Annual Census\, and collecting\ndata on sea otters in California. She has always called the Pacific Northwest home growing up in Washington and Oregon as a child and graduating from Oregon State University with a bachelor’s of science in biology. Brittany has now called the Oregon Coast home for 14 years and has recently taken the next the next step in sea otter conservation by becoming a board member for Elakha Alliance.
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/the-care-and-conservation-of-sea-otters-heroes-of-our-nearshore-ecosystems/
LOCATION:Pacific Maritime Heritage Center\, 333 SE Bay Blvd.\, Newport\, OR\, 97365\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Free Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250131T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250131T200000
DTSTAMP:20241211T170038Z
CREATED:20241211T170038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T170038Z
UID:3496-1738342800-1738353600@www.elakhaalliance.org
SUMMARY:Cape Perpetua Land-Sea Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Attend the Cape Perpetua Collaborative’s annual Land-Sea Symposium\, the capstone event of their organization’s calendar. This dynamic gathering brings together partner organizations\, artists\, scientists\, decision-makers\, and community members to explore pressing issues facing our coastal environment. Through engaging presentations and vibrant discussions\, attendees have the opportunity to delve into topics ranging from marine conservation to climate resilience and beyond. This event is free to attend but requires reservations via Eventbrite\, so be sure to secure your spot and join us for an inspiring day of learning and collaboration!\n\nSECURE FREE TICKETS HERE
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/cape-perpetua-land-sea-symposium/
LOCATION:Yachats Commons\, 441 Hwy 101 N\, Yachats\, Oregon\, 97498\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250129T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250129T193000
DTSTAMP:20250114T211454Z
CREATED:20250114T211100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T211454Z
UID:3552-1738171800-1738179000@www.elakhaalliance.org
SUMMARY:Where Have All the Sea Otters Gone?
DESCRIPTION:Oregon once had a flourishing population of sea otters. Since about 1910\, we have had none. What happened? An overview of the history of the fur trade and local hunting in Oregon\, tracing the disappearance of our sea otters\, how it happened\, and who some of the major players were. \n\nWhere: Pine Grove Community House\n225 Laneda Ave\, Manzanita\, OR\nWhen: January 29th\, 2025\n5:30pm Doors\n6:00pm Presentation\nIn Partnership With: Nehalem Bay Watershed Council\, Nehalem Valley Historical Society\, North Coast Land Conservancy\, Elakha Alliance\, Oregon Shores\n\nPRESENTER: CAMERON LA FOLLETTE \nCameron is a coastal historian\, and the Executive Director ofOregon Coast Alliance\, a land use advocacy organization and the coastal affiliate of 1000Friends of Oregon. She is on the board of the Elakha Alliance\, whose mission is to return sea otters to Oregon.
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/where-have-all-the-sea-otters-gone/
LOCATION:Pine Grove Community House\, 225 Laneda Ave\, Manzanita\, OR\, 97130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Free Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241118T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241118T193000
DTSTAMP:20241101T202002Z
CREATED:20241029T230749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T202002Z
UID:3460-1731954600-1731958200@www.elakhaalliance.org
SUMMARY:Oregon Sea Otter History Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Join Elakha Alliance Board Member and historian\, Cameron La Follette\, as she presents to the Yaquina Birders and Naturalists group on Monday November 18th at 6:30pm. \nLocation:\nOSU Extension Office\, Lincoln County Office\n1211 SE Bay Blvd\nNewport\, OR
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/oregon-sea-otter-history-lecture/
LOCATION:OSU Extension\, Lincoln County Office\, 1221 SE Bay Blvd\, Newport\, OR\, 97365\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Free Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241021T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241021T160000
DTSTAMP:20241015T174822Z
CREATED:20240918T163438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T174822Z
UID:3424-1729501200-1729526400@www.elakhaalliance.org
SUMMARY:2024 Elakha Alliance Virtual Science Symposium
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to join the virtual 2024 Elakha Alliance Science Symposium on Monday October 21st\, 9:00am-4:00pm PST. The Symposium speakers hail from across the United States\, which will make for some unique conversations and perspectives. Registration is required to attend the live presentations. \nOur focus this year are the “ESA at 50: Successful Species Reintroductions.” The 50th anniversary of the Endangered Species Act is a major milestone in conservation history. Attending the symposium allows participants to be part of this historic moment\, celebrating progress while recognizing the work still needed to protect endangered species. Presenters will showcase successful reintroduction efforts\, offering valuable insights into the strategies\, challenges\, and innovations that have helped bring endangered species back from the brink of extinction. \nWe are asking participants to provide a $10 registration fee/donation\, which will help the Elakha Alliance continue our work towards ocean conservation in Oregon. If you’re a student looking to attend and the registration fee is a hinderance\, please email Info@ElakhaAlliance.org for sponsorship opportunities. \n9:00am: KEYNOTE: Lifting Baselines: Marine Mammal Recovery\, Ecological Function\, and the Consequences of Conservation Success | Joe Roman (Conservation Biologist and Author)\nThe Endangered Species Act and Marine Mammal Protection Act helped stop the decline of many species\, including humpback whales\, sea otters\, and gray seals. For the first time in generations\, biologists and policymakers are encountering recovering populations of ocean predators\, yet some people perceive these species as invaders and conflicts are increasing. Joe will discuss these hard-earned successes and recent research on the ecological function of whales in the ocean\, including enhancing primary productivity\, providing deep-sea habitats\, and playing a role in the carbon cycle. \n10:00am: A Snail’s Pace to Recovery: How Washington State reintroduced endangered pinto abalone to the southern Salish Sea | Katie Sowul (Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife)\nPinto abalone (Haliotis kamtschatkana)\, a key species in Washington State’s kelp forest ecosystems\, experienced a drastic\, 97% population decline even after the recreational fishery closure in 1994. Restoration efforts were critical to reversing this decline and reestablishing healthy populations in the region. To bolster the population\, the collaborative team collects abalone from the wild\, spawns them in the hatchery\, raises their young in captivity\, then outplants those offspring to the wild. To date\, the restoration program has outplanted over 55\,000 abalone to 37 sites – and new sites are being established every year. A majority of these sites now boast healthy\, genetically diverse aggregations of pinto abalone that are potentially creating offspring of their own. Though there is more work to be done\, the accomplishments made so far prove that restoring endangered species is not just a dream\, it is a reality. \n11:00am: How Sea Otters Helped Decreased Coastal Erosion in the Elkhorn Slough | Dr. M. Tim Tinker (Research Wildlife Biologist)\nResearch on sea otters and their role in protecting a California salt marsh made the cover article of Nature journal’s February 1\, 2024 issue\, called “Significant Otters.” This presentation will highlight how sea otters\, as apex predators\, positively impact coastal ecosystems by controlling populations of herbivores like sea urchins\, which feed on kelp. With healthier kelp forests\, the roots help stabilize the seabed\, reducing coastal erosion. This study provides significant evidence of the ecological role sea otters play in mitigating erosion and emphasizes the broader implications for conservation efforts\, which focus on restoring predator populations to promote ecosystem resilience. \n12:00pm-1:00pm: BREAK \n1:00pm: Northern California Condor Restoration Program: Cultural and Ecological Revitalization in the Pacific Northwest | Chris West (Northern California Condor Program Manager\, Yurok Tribe)\nChris will will talk about the history of condor conservation\, and he will also discuss continuing concerns about the place of condors in our modern world. Finally\, he will discuss modern methods of protection and management including a discussion of how lessons learned from condors might be applied to other conservation efforts. \n2:00pm: Emerging Lessons Learned from Colorado’s Wolf Reintroduction | Kaitie Schneider (Defenders of Wildlife)\nGray wolves were one of the first species to be listed on the Endangered Species Act in 1974\, and nearly 50 years later\, Colorado officially began a historic operation to restore them to the southern Rockies. Together\, we will explore the early outcomes and critical lessons of the ongoing Colorado wolf reintroduction. Highlighting both the achievements and challenges faced\, we will re-trace the steps that led to the voter-mandated reintroduction\, what has made this effort so unique\, and where the program is headed. Attendees will gain insights into the practical considerations and strategies that have shaped the project’s progress\, as well as the broader implications that are already influencing future restoration efforts\, such as the recently approved State-led wolverine reintroduction. \n3:00pm: Onsite Advocacy for Grizzly Bear Reintroduction in the North Cascades | Bryan Vasquez (Woodland Park Zoo)\nIn the fall of 2023\, the public comment period for the draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for grizzly bear reintroduction in the North Cascades was opened. This gave 45 days for the public to submit statements for their opinions and concerns for the reintroduction of grizzly bears.  As a part of our communication plan and support\, Woodland Park Zoo\, surveyed visiting guests about their questions\, concerns\, and overall support of reintroduction.  We learned what terminology worked best and reached most people\, and then incorporated that information into our campaign tactics like both onsite and virtually. With the Guest Engagement team focusing onsite\, we created materials and developed programming to initiate conversations around grizzly bears. A highlight of this efforts was the creation of a board game called Grizzly Quest that takes guests through a discussion about the benefits of grizzlies in the North Cascades. The game explores how humans can recreate safely around them\, specifics about the logistics of a reintroduction process for wildlife animals\, and the potential support given to surrounding communities and the growing bear population. The process used for the grizzly bear reintroduction has allowed us to plan advocacy and programming through our understanding of our guests concerns and questions. By creating a groundswell of educated members of the public\, Woodland Park Zoo was able to generate positive comments in support of grizzly bear recovery. \n \n\nPresenter Bios:\nJoe Roman (Vermont)\n \nJoe Roman is a conservation biologist\, marine ecologist\, and author most recently of Eat\, Poop\, Die: How Animals Make Our World. Winner of the 2012 Rachel Carson Environment Book Award for Listed: Dispatches from America’s Endangered Species Act\, Roman has written for the New York Times\, Science\, Audubon\, New Scientist\, and other publications. He has worked at Harvard University\, Duke University Marine Lab\, University of Iceland\, University of Havana\, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency\, and the University of Vermont\, where he is a fellow at the Gund Institute for Environment. www.joeroman.com \nKatie Sowul (Washington)\n \nKatie Sowul is the lead abalone biologist and diving safety officer for the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW). Her collaborative team aims to restore Washington’s beautiful and endangered pinto abalone populations. Originally from Southern California\, Katie now resides in Seattle. When she’s not diving to restore snails\, she enjoys playing water polo\, underwater hockey\, and exploring the outdoors on her e-bike. \nDr. M. Tim Tinker (Alaska)\n \n“Through my research\, student mentoring and professional activities\, I aim to contribute to our understanding of ecosystem function\, species interactions\, and scientifically sound approaches to wildlife conservation and management. I develop novel quantitative and analytical tools to help in solving thorny ecological problems. I am dedicated to fostering greater diversity within the ecological sciences\, both by mentoring students representing a broad range of backgrounds and experiences\, and through research collaborations that prioritize inclusive and equitable approaches to natural resource management. I firmly believe that the most effective approaches to marine wildlife conservation are those that recognize\, incorporate and learn from a diverse array of skills\, values and governance principals\, including those exemplified by coastal indigenous communities.” \nDr. Tim Tinker is the principal author of the Elakha Alliance’s Feasibility Study. He is a Research Wildlife Biologist\, U.S. Geological Survey (retired); Adjunct Professor\, UC Santa Cruz\, Nhydra Ecological Research. Visit his website. \nChris West (California)\n \nChris began working with California condors as an intern in 1999. His love for the species and the work led to his Master’s research at Humboldt State University investigating influences on condor post-release behavior. He began working for the Yurok Tribe in 2008\, assessing the potential for condor reintroduction in the Pacific Northwest. He has managed all aspects of the Northern California Condor Restoration Program\, from design of facilities to the release of the current free-flying flock. \nKaitie Schneider (Colorado)\n \nKaitie Schneider is a human-wildlife conflict specialist with a Bachelor of Science degree in Conservation Biology from Colorado State University. Kaitie leads the Colorado Wolf Restoration and Coexistence Program for Defenders of Wildlife\, which is aimed at ensuring that wolves\, livestock\, and people in Colorado can thrive on shared landscapes. Kaitie is also leading statewide\, inter-organizational education and outreach efforts to gain support for the reintroduction of wolverines to Colorado. \nBryan Vasquez (Washington)\n \nBryan Vasquez is currently the Guest Engagement Manager at the Woodland Park Zoo and has over 15 years of experience in community engagement and environmental education. Bryan holds an MA in Zoology through Miami University’s Project Dragonfly along with certifications as an Interpretive Trainer and Interpretive Guide. He has worked in various zoological and horticultural settings where he engages a wide variety of audiences from early childhood to corporate staff. Bryan is also currently serving as the Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion Chair for the Northwest region of the National Association for Interpretation as well as the Vice President of Bats Northwest.
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/2024-elakha-alliance-virtual-science-symposium/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Presentation,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241010T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241010T190000
DTSTAMP:20240904T181439Z
CREATED:20240904T181310Z
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SUMMARY:The Archaeology and Ethnohistory of Oregon’s Lost Sea Otters
DESCRIPTION:Thursday October 10th – 6pm\nMuseum of Natural and Cultural History\n(1680 E 15th Avenue\, Eugene\, OR) \nJoin Tribal researcher Peter Hatch (Siletz) of the Elakha Alliance and archaeologist Hannah Wellman as they discuss their work to surface the archaeology and ethnohistory of Oregon’s lost sea otters\, a cultural keystone species missing from Oregon’s shoreline for 110 years. Hannah Wellman will provide an overview of our understanding of sea otters in the Oregon archaeological record to date\, and Peter Hatch will discuss the many ways that the many strands of Indigenous traditional knowledge of sea otters that outlived the animals’ extinction can inform their potential future in Oregon. \nIncluded with regular admission; free for MNCH members and UO ID card holders. Show your Oregon Trail or other EBT card for an admission discount.
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/the-archaeology-and-ethnohistory-of-oregons-lost-sea-otters/
LOCATION:Museum of Natural and Cultural History\, 1680 East 15th Avenue\, Eugene\, OR\, 97403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240926T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240926T200000
DTSTAMP:20240826T210745Z
CREATED:20240826T210616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T210745Z
UID:3380-1727377200-1727380800@www.elakhaalliance.org
SUMMARY:SOAW: Sea Otters in Oregon - Road to Return Presentation (Coos Bay\, OR)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an in-person presentation that’s free and open to the public at the Coos Bay Library on Thursday Sept 26th\, from 7pm-8pm. Kyle Motley\, Coastal Community Coordinator of the Elakha Alliance\, will tell us about efforts to return an iconic and once abundant native species to the Oregon coast – the sea otter. \nFur traders of the 18th and 19th centuries wiped out the sea otter along most of the entire Pacific West Coast\, including Oregon. Russian trappers valued their pelts so much they referred to them as “soft gold.” The Elakha Alliance\, which derives its name from the Chinook trade-jargon-word for sea otter\, is working to undo that damage and make for a more healthy marine environment. The alliance is a consortium of tribal\, conservation and nonprofit leaders founded in 1999.  Kyle will tell us how their work to reintroduce the sea otter is so much more than just taking a group of sea otters from one place and moving them to Oregon.
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/soaw-sea-otters-in-oregon-road-to-return-coos-bay-or/
LOCATION:Coos Bay Public Library\, 525 Anderson Avenue\, Coos Bay\, OR\, 97420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Free Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240917T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240917T210000
DTSTAMP:20240821T181747Z
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UID:3366-1726599600-1726606800@www.elakhaalliance.org
SUMMARY:OMSI's Science Pub Portland: Oregon's Sea Otter Translocation - What Happened?
DESCRIPTION:Sept 17\, 7-9PM | Doors @ 6PM | Advance tickets recommended; $5 suggested donation \n\n\n\n\nIn summers of 1970 and 1971\, a total of 93 sea otters were flown from Amchitka Island\, Alaska\, to Port Orford and Coos Bay for release into the ocean\, 25 sea otters survived. For nearly ten years they made themselves at home on Blanco Reef\, Simpson Reef and other sites. They even had pups. But gradually their numbers dwindled and by 1981\, all were gone. \n\n\n\n\nWhat happened? Why were they brought to southern Oregon in the first place? What can we learn from this episode as we think about returning sea otters to the Oregon coast? \n\n\n\n\nBob Bailey\, Board President of the Elakha Alliance\, will tell the tale and answer your questions. Come learn about this fascinating piece of history on the southern Oregon coast and join the discussion afterward. \nBob Bailey is the President of the Elakha Alliance’s Board of Directors. Bob spent nearly 40 years in coastal and ocean planning and management for the State of Oregon. He also served as a City Commissioner for the City of Oregon City\, a member of the City of Salem Budget Committee\, and chair of the Oregon Wave Energy Trust. \n\n\n\n\nZoom Option\nIf you are unable to join us in person\, you can watch on zoom. You must register in advance using this link. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nClick here to sign up for the Science Pub Newsletter.\nQuestions? Email sciencepub@omsi.edu\nTicketing questions call 503.797.4000 x0
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/omsis-science-pub-portland-oregons-sea-otter-translocation-what-happened/
LOCATION:McMenamins Kennedy School\, 5736 NE 33rd Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240914T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240914T170000
DTSTAMP:20240903T164854Z
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UID:3409-1726329600-1726333200@www.elakhaalliance.org
SUMMARY:You Otter Know: Sea Otter Trivia at OMSI's Science Festival
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to test your knowledge about one of the ocean’s most adorable and important creatures? Join us for “You Otter Know” Sea Otter Trivia\, where fun facts meet a great cause during OMSI’s Science Festival weekend! The trivia contest will be facilitated by Chanel Hason\, Dir of Outreach & Community Relations for the Elakha Alliance. \nDive into an afternoon of exciting trivia\, awesome prizes\, and fascinating insights about sea otters. Whether you’re a marine life enthusiast or just looking for a fun night out\, this event is perfect for everyone! \n📅 Date: Saturday September 14th\n🕖 Time: 4:00pm\n📍 Location: Oregon Museum of Science & Industry – Empirical Theater\n🎁 Prizes: Sea otter-themed goodies and more!\n🎟️: Get Your Tickets for Sept 14th Here \nDon’t miss out—bring your friends\, and let’s make waves together for sea otter conservation!
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/you-otter-know-sea-otter-trivia-at-omsis-science-festival/
LOCATION:Oregon Museum of Science & Industry\, 1945 SE Water Ave.\, Portland\, Oregon\, 97214\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240313T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240313T130000
DTSTAMP:20240304T201819Z
CREATED:20240304T201716Z
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UID:2957-1710329400-1710334800@www.elakhaalliance.org
SUMMARY:Bay Area Chamber of Commerce Presentation: Sea Otter Reintroduction to the Southern Oregon Coast: Projected Regional Travel Impacts
DESCRIPTION:The Bay Area Chamber of Commerce Wednesday Business Connection (WBC) is your place to network with the community and is free and open to the public! WBC is held every Wednesday 11:30 AM -1 PM\, (September through May) in the Salmon Room (west) at the Mill Casino Hotel & RV Park in North Bend\, OR. \nOn March 13th\, Kyle Motley (Elakha Alliance Coastal Community Coordinator) and Jordan Bohlander (Dean Runyan Associates) will be the guest presenters. \nThe Elakha Alliance contracted with Dean Runyon & Associates to complete a study focused on how reintroducing sea otters to the Southern Oregon Coast could impact the travel and tourism industries in the region. Wildlife tourism is a sector of the travel industry that offers visitors the\nopportunity to view\, appreciate\, or learn about wildlife. Like all other sectors of the travel industry\, wildlife tourism injects “outside money” into the local economy. The study estimates that there would be a positive economic impact due to increased travel-related spending in the region once a sea otter population is established. This presentation will provide information about the Elakha Alliance’s work to reintroduce sea otters to the Oregon Coast and how reintroduction might impact local tourism economies.The mission of the WBC forum committee is to provide an opportunity for businesses to network with each other\, market products\, and expand their knowledge of the Bay Area business climate. The forums focus on the positive aspects of doing business in Oregon’s Bay Area. Speakers and subject matter include new businesses moving to the area\, business expansions\, and issues or items that can impact your operations.
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/bay-area-chamber-of-commerce-presentation-sea-otter-reintroduction-to-the-southern-oregon-coast-projected-regional-travel-impacts/
LOCATION:The Mill Casino Hotel & RV Park\, 3201 Tremont Avenue\, North Bend\, OR\, 97459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Free Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240311T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240311T203000
DTSTAMP:20240228T204249Z
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UID:2950-1710183600-1710189000@www.elakhaalliance.org
SUMMARY:History Pub: Sea Otters of the Oregon Coast
DESCRIPTION:Oregon’s nearshore waters were once the homeland to thousands of sea otters\, an iconic species in the history of what is now known as Oregon. Sea otters have held a special role in the cultural\, spiritual\, and economic life of coastal Native American communities\, with oral traditions documenting the species’ significance. Their lustrous pelts brought great wealth in late-eighteenth- and nineteenth-century China\, motivating Euro-Americans to broker some of the earliest contact and trade between themselves and Native American people along the Oregon coast. Over a century of zealous hunting and trading of sea otters\, by Native people and Euro-Americans\, eliminated the species from Oregon’s coastal waters over 100 years ago. Presenter Cameron La Follette will offer an illustrated lecture on this ecological keystone species. La Follette is the co-author of articles in a special section of the Fall 2023 issue of the Oregon Historical Quarterly on “Sea Otters in Oregon.” \nCameron La Follette earned her master’s in psychology from New York University and her law degree from Columbia University. She is Executive Director of Oregon Coast Alliance\, a coastal conservation organization. Her book Sustainability and the Rights of Nature was published in 2017\, and the companion volume\, Sustainability and the Rights of Nature in Practice\, was published in 2019. La Follette was the lead researcher and author for the Summer 2018 special issue of OHQ\, “Oregon’s Manila Galleon.” She is also a traditional poet whose work is archived at the University of Oregon Special Collections and University Archives. Her research interests include land-use history\, early Pacific Northwest coastal exploration and shipwrecks\, and the environmental effects of early commercial resource extraction along the coast.
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/history-pub-sea-otters-of-the-oregon-coast-2/
LOCATION:McMenamins Edgefield\, 2126 SW Halsey St.\, Troutdale\, OR\, 97060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240128T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240128T163000
DTSTAMP:20240104T213046Z
CREATED:20240102T212044Z
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UID:2829-1706454000-1706459400@www.elakhaalliance.org
SUMMARY:7 Devils Brewery Pub Science: Sea otters and their biology\, population\, tribal connections\, and reintroduction
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about sea otters and their biology\, population\, tribal connections! Afterword\, participate in discussion about reintroduction of sea otters to Oregon’s coastlines. The presentation will be free and open to the public at 7 Devils Brewing Co. in Coos Bay\, OR on Sunday January 28th. \nThis presentation will be presented by Kyle Motley\, Elakha Alliance’s Coastal Community Coordinator.
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/7-devils-brewery-pub-science-sea-otters-and-their-biology-population-tribal-connections-and-reintroduction/
LOCATION:7 Devils Brewing Co.\, 247 S 2nd St.\, Coos Bay\, OR\, 97420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Free Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231120T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231120T200000
DTSTAMP:20231025T160723Z
CREATED:20231025T160722Z
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UID:2702-1700503200-1700510400@www.elakhaalliance.org
SUMMARY:History Pub: Sea Otters of the Oregon Coast
DESCRIPTION:Oregon’s nearshore waters were once the homeland to thousands of sea otters\, an iconic species in the history of what is now known as Oregon. Sea otters have held a special role in the cultural\, spiritual\, and economic life of coastal Native American communities\, with oral traditions documenting the species’ significance. Their lustrous pelts brought great wealth in late-eighteenth- and nineteenth-century China\, motivating Euro-Americans to broker some of the earliest contact and trade between themselves and Native American people along the Oregon coast. Over a century of zealous hunting and trading of sea otters\, by Native people and Euro-Americans\, eliminated the species from Oregon’s coastal waters over 100 years ago. Presenter Cameron La Follette will offer an illustrated lecture on this ecological keystone species. La Follette is the co-author of articles in a special section of the Fall 2023 issue of the Oregon Historical Quarterly on “Sea Otters in Oregon.” Copies of the issue will be available for sale.   \nCameron La Follette earned her master’s in psychology from New York University and her law degree from Columbia University. She is Executive Director of Oregon Coast Alliance\, a coastal conservation organization. Her book Sustainability and the Rights of Nature was published in 2017\, and the companion volume\, Sustainability and the Rights of Nature in Practice\, was published in 2019. La Follette was the lead researcher and author for the Summer 2018 special issue of OHQ\, “Oregon’s Manila Galleon.” She is also a traditional poet whose work is archived at the University of Oregon Special Collections and University Archives. Her research interests include land-use history\, early Pacific Northwest coastal exploration and shipwrecks\, and the environmental effects of early commercial resource extraction along the coast. 
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/history-pub-sea-otters-of-the-oregon-coast/
LOCATION:McMenamins Kennedy School\, 5736 NE 33rd Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Presentation
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