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SUMMARY:Bloom Newport Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the creativity\, culture\, cuisine\, community\, and commerce that make Newport vibrant at the annual Bloom Newport festival. This event offers fun for all ages with free admission. \nTime & Location\n\n\nMay 31\, 2025\, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM \nNewport Performing Arts Center\, 777 W Olive St\, Newport\, OR 97365\, USA \n\n\n\nAbout the event\n\n\n\nCelebrate the creativity\, culture\, cuisine\, community\, and commerce that make Newport vibrant at the annual Bloom Newport festival. This event offers fun for all ages with free admission. \n \nDate & Time: Saturday\, May 31\, 2025\, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM \nLocation: Newport Performing Arts Center\, 777 W. Olive Street\, Newport\, OR 97365 \nAdmission: Free \nDetails: https://www.facebook.com/bloomNewport/
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/bloom-newport-festival/
LOCATION:Newport Performing Arts Center\, 777 W Olive St.\, Newport\, OR\, 97365\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Free Event
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SUMMARY:Pints and Plates for Sea Otters at PLAY Eugene
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun evening in support of sea otter conservation! On Wednesday\, June 4th\, Elakha Alliance is partnering with PLAY Eugene & Cece’s Seafood for a special fundraising event as part of our “We Otter Bring Them Back” campaign. \nFrom 5–8 PM\, PLAY will generously donate $1 from every draft beverage sold\, and Cece’s Seafood will contribute 20% of all food sales\, including delicious new specials created just for the event! \nCome enjoy great food and drinks while learning more about Elakha Alliance’s mission to restore sea otters to the Oregon coast. We’ll have a table set up with information about why these incredible animals are vital to our coastal ecosystems—and how you can help bring them back. This event is open to guests of all ages. \nWhether you’re an ocean lover\, a conservation supporter\, or just in it for the tasty food and local brews\, we otter see you there!
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/pints-and-plates-for-sea-otters-at-play-eugene/
LOCATION:PLAY Eugene\, 232 W 5th Ave\, Eugene\, OR\, 97401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250608T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250608T170000
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UID:3839-1749376800-1749402000@www.elakhaalliance.org
SUMMARY:World Ocean Day at Oregon Coast Aquarium
DESCRIPTION:World Ocean Day is Sunday\, June 8!\n\n\n\nThe Oregon Coast Aquarium in Newport\, OR is hosting animal feeds and presentations throughout the day\, their Gleason Room will transform into a mock marine rehab center\, and their Discovery Zone will be open all day for ocean-themed fun. They’ve also invited local partners to join the celebration and share their work.\n\n\nLearn more here: https://aquarium.org/visit/calendar/world-ocean-day/
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/world-ocean-day-at-oregon-coast-aquarium/
LOCATION:Oregon Coast Aquarium\, 2820 SE Ferry Slip Rd.\, Newport\, Oregon\, 97365\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250612T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250612T140000
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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:20250711T110000
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SUMMARY:Sea Otters & Science at the Portland Aquarium
DESCRIPTION:The Elakha Alliance is excited to announce that we’ll be tabling at the Portland Aquarium on the first Friday of each month (except for July since the 1st Friday is a holiday)! Come meet our team and learn more about our mission to restore sea otters to the Oregon coast—and why these charismatic creatures are vital to the health of our marine ecosystems. The Portland Aquarium is a fully immersive educational walkthrough that takes you on a journey through five colorful biomes\, brought to life with over 100 cartoon species created by beloved Portland artist Mike Bennett. There are no live animals here—just vibrant\, larger-than-life cartoon illustrations\, interactive displays\, and playful storytelling that spark curiosity and joy for guests of all ages. It’s part art exhibit\, part educational adventure\, and totally unforgettable. \nVisitors will have the chance to:\n🔹 Talk with marine conservation experts\n🔹 Explore hands-on educational materials\n🔹 Discover how sea otters help kelp forests and estuaries thrive\n🔹 Learn how YOU can get involved in bringing them back \n📍 Where: Portland Aquarium\, 603 SW Broadway\, Portland\n📅 When: First Friday of each month\n🕒 Time: 11am-5pm \nWhether you’re a lifelong ocean lover or curious about Oregon’s coastal wildlife\, swing by our table and say hi!
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/sea-otters-science-at-the-portland-aquarium/
LOCATION:Portland Aquarium\, 603 SW Broadway\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Free Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250717T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250717T220000
DTSTAMP:20250620T230522Z
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SUMMARY:Pattie Gonia Presents: SAVE HER! - An Environmental Drag Show
DESCRIPTION:Critically acclaimed drag artist Pattie Gonia stars in SAVE HER!\, a drag show all about climate change and solutions. The show also features a cast of drag kings and queens including VERA!\, Sequoia + local surprise drag performers that will leave you saying “it’s getting hot in here”.\n\n\nPattie partners with local non-profits for each show\, and Elakha Alliance is honored to be one of them for the Portland performance. Stay tuned to our social media in the upcoming weeks before July 17th – we’ve got 4 tickets and meet/greet opportunities to giveaway to our supporters!\n\nPurchase Tickets\n\n\nPattie Gonia is an environmentalist\, drag queen\, and community organizer. They’ve been named Outside Magazine’s Person of the Year\, National Geographic Traveler of the Year and a TIME Magazine Next Gen Leader 2023.\n\n\n\nPattie Gonia Meet and Greet VIP Experience \nIncludes: \n\nMeet and greet with Pattie Gonia\nPhoto opportunity with Pattie Gonia\nSigned Pattie Gonia sticker sheet\nFirst access to room for show\nGA Ticket
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/pattie-gonia-presents-save-her-an-environmental-drag-show/
LOCATION:Revolution Hall\, 1300 SE Stark St #203\, Portland\, OR\, 97214\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250724T120000
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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:20250730T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250730T230000
DTSTAMP:20250626T200243Z
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SUMMARY:Eugene Oakshire Inspires Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Join us in Eugene at Oakshire Public House on Wednesday July 30th! \n$1 from every Oakshire Pint Purchase from 10am-11pm will be donated to the efforts of the Elakha Alliance to restore sea otters back to the Oregon coast. \nKatie\, Elakha’s Development & Admin Assistant\, will be there from 5pm-8pm tabling\, so come keep her company and learn more about our organization.
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/eugene-oakshire-inspires-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Oakshire Public House\, 207 Madison St\, Eugene\, OR\, 97402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Free Event,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250801T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250801T170000
DTSTAMP:20250612T162310Z
CREATED:20250612T162310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T162310Z
UID:3880-1754046000-1754067600@www.elakhaalliance.org
SUMMARY:Sea Otters & Science at the Portland Aquarium
DESCRIPTION:The Elakha Alliance is excited to announce that we’ll be tabling at the Portland Aquarium on the first Friday of each month! Come meet our team and learn more about our mission to restore sea otters to the Oregon coast—and why these charismatic creatures are vital to the health of our marine ecosystems. \nVisitors will have the chance to:\n🔹 Talk with marine conservation experts\n🔹 Explore hands-on educational materials\n🔹 Discover how sea otters help kelp forests and estuaries thrive\n🔹 Learn how YOU can get involved in bringing them back \n📍 Where: Portland Aquarium\, 603 SW Broadway\, Portland\n📅 When: First Friday of each month\n🕒 Time: 11am-5pm \nWhether you’re a lifelong ocean lover or curious about Oregon’s coastal wildlife\, swing by our table and say hi!
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/sea-otters-science-at-the-portland-aquarium-2/
LOCATION:Portland Aquarium\, 603 SW Broadway\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Free Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250812T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250812T200000
DTSTAMP:20250729T223843Z
CREATED:20250729T223842Z
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UID:3985-1755018000-1755028800@www.elakhaalliance.org
SUMMARY:Falling Sky Brewing Pint Night for Elakha Alliance
DESCRIPTION:Join us from 5-8pm at Falling Sky Brewing in Eugene on August 12th where $1 from every pint sold will be donated to the Elakha Alliance.
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/falling-sky-brewing-pint-night-for-elakha-alliance/
LOCATION:Falling Sky Brewing\, 1334 Oak Alley\, Eugene\, OR\, 97401\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250813T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250813T170000
DTSTAMP:20250703T230916Z
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SUMMARY:Eat Like An Otter
DESCRIPTION:Join Shifting Tides NW for an immersive food experience that will bring you closer to our oceans bounty as well as the species that depend on and impact our healthy coastal ecosystems! This event will be a unique mix of coastal foraging\, seeing a sustainable aquaculture operation\, as well as enjoying a bites of local shellfish and seaweeds\, all while learning about the charismatic sea otter.allia \nPURCHASE TICKETS\nOnce abundant across the North Pacific\, sea otters were aggressively hunted during the maritime fur trade for their rich fur pelts\, resulting in a loss of 99% of the global population. While the species has recovered along much of its range\, there has not been a population of this important keystone species in Oregon for over 100 years. The Elakha Alliance is an Oregon nonprofit working to build the science\, policy\, and community engagement to reintroduce a population of sea otters to the Oregon Coast and 10% of sales from this event will go to their ongoing efforts to bring sea otters back to Oregon! \nLiving along coastal kelp forests and rocky reefs\, sea otters primarily feed on a variety of hard-shelled prey\, including sea urchins\, mussels\, clams\, crabs\, and snails. Their diet plays a crucial ecological role: by keeping sea urchin populations in check\, sea otters help maintain healthy kelp forests\, which are vital marine habitats. Sea otters are skilled foragers\, known for their use of tools to crack open hard shellfish and for wrapping themselves in kelp to anchor in place while eating. \nWe will be channeling our inner sea otter as we embark on a guided coastal foraging adventure to collect wild mussels. Learn about the intertidal ecology of Oregon’s rocky shores\, and the sustainability and seasonality of mussel harvesting along our coast. If mussel harvesting is open (marine bio-toxin dependent) at this time\, students will get their hand at actively foraging for mussels. If harvesting is closed we will use this as an in depth demonstration and discussion so you feel confident when they re-open! \nAfter foraging for mussels\, we will head to the Port of Bandon to explore the fascinating world of sustainable aquaculture with an exclusive visit to a sea urchin and seaweed farm. With the loss of sea otters on our coast\, came the spike in purple urchin populations\, which caused a rapid decline in bull kelp forests. This has influenced the farm-fed production of Oregon urchins for the culinary market. Urchins are typically fed Pacific Dulse\, which is also currently being farmed at The Port of Bandon by Oregon Seaweed for use in the culinary market and for urchin feed. \nWe’ll wrap up the day with a thoughtfully prepared shoreline cooking and shucking demo of mussels and urchins\, and some tasty bites featuring freshly harvested shellfish and seaweed\, highlighting the delicious diversity of foods that otters and coastal communities love. Whether you’re a curious foodie or a nature lover\, this is a celebration of ocean stewardship\, sustainability\, and unforgettable coastal cuisine.
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/eat-like-an-otter/
LOCATION:Port of Bandon\, 390 1st St SW\, Bandon\, OR\, 97411
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250828T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250828T200000
DTSTAMP:20250815T210105Z
CREATED: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:20250905T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250905T170000
DTSTAMP:20250612T162700Z
CREATED:20250612T162520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T162700Z
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SUMMARY:Sea Otters & Science at the Portland Aquarium
DESCRIPTION:The Elakha Alliance is excited to announce that we’ll be tabling at the Portland Aquarium on the first Friday of each month! Come meet our team and learn more about our mission to restore sea otters to the Oregon coast—and why these charismatic creatures are vital to the health of our marine ecosystems. \nVisitors will have the chance to:\n🔹 Talk with marine conservation experts\n🔹 Explore hands-on educational materials\n🔹 Discover how sea otters help kelp forests and estuaries thrive\n🔹 Learn how YOU can get involved in bringing them back \n📍 Where: Portland Aquarium\, 603 SW Broadway\, Portland\n📅 When: First Friday of each month\n🕒 Time: 11am-5pm \nWhether you’re a lifelong ocean lover or curious about Oregon’s coastal wildlife\, swing by our table and say hi!
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/sea-otters-science-at-the-portland-aquarium-3/
LOCATION:Portland Aquarium\, 603 SW Broadway\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Free Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250913T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250913T190000
DTSTAMP:20250821T165153Z
CREATED:20250821T165153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T165153Z
UID:4015-1757764800-1757790000@www.elakhaalliance.org
SUMMARY:Beach\, Bike & Blues Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join folks from throughout Oregon and the Pacific Northwest to feast on great local food\, taste Oregon wine and beer\, listen to 6 hours of live blues music\, enjoy vendors and kid’s activities\, and celebrate Summer in Waldport. The Elakha Alliance will have a booth\, so come visit us! \nBEACH\, BIKE & BLUES FESTIVAL returns to The Alsea Bay Bridge Visitor Center & Museum overlooking the Alsea Bay with fun new bike activities from our friends at Green Bike Co-Op. \nWe invite you join more than 2\,000 visitors and residents to showcase your business in a fun\, lively and one-of-a-kind community event. Last year\, our survey of attendees revealed they came from 18 states and Canada. With the move to late summer\, we anticipate warmer weather and even more visitors! \nYour participation not only supports the Festival\, but also earns your business access to the extensive event marketing and promotions. Last year\, the media campaign reached more than 750\,000 people and the estimated economic impact was $900\,000.
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/beach-bike-blues-festival/
LOCATION:Alsea Bay Bridge Visitor Center & Museum\, 320 NW Hwy 101\, Waldport\, OR\, 97394\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Free Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250918T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250918T203000
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CREATED: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:20250921T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250921T150000
DTSTAMP:20250915T235156Z
CREATED:20250818T205737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T235156Z
UID:4009-1758448800-1758466800@www.elakhaalliance.org
SUMMARY:SOAW: Sea Otter Viewing Station & Information at Oregon Zoo
DESCRIPTION:For Sea Otter Awareness Week\, the Elakha Alliance will have designated Sea Otter Viewing Stations on the coast in Newport\, and inland in Portland. \nCome stop by the Elakha Alliance table and learn more about sea otter reintroduction efforts in Oregon. \n\n\nOregon Sea Otter Viewing Stations:– Sunday September 21st\, 10am-3pm: Oregon Zoo\, Portland– Saturday September 27th\, 10am-3pm: Oregon Coast Aquarium\, Newport
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/soaw-sea-otter-viewing-station-information-at-oregon-zoo/
LOCATION:Oregon Zoo\, 4001 SW Canyon Rd.\, Portland\, OR\, 97221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250922T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250922T190000
DTSTAMP:20250923T215827Z
CREATED:20250820T170948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T215827Z
UID:4014-1758564000-1758567600@www.elakhaalliance.org
SUMMARY:SOAW Webinar - Sea Otters on the Horizon: How Biologists Are Getting Oregon Ready
DESCRIPTION:VIEW WEBINAR RECORDING\nAs part of Sea Otter Awareness Week\, we’re bringing together leading voices in Oregon to discuss how our state is preparing for the possible return of sea otters to our coastal waters. \nSea otters once thrived along the Oregon coast\, playing a vital role in the health of kelp forests and nearshore ecosystems. While these charismatic marine mammals have been absent for over a century\, exciting work is underway to prepare for their potential comeback. \nJoin us for this special conversation featuring: \n\n\nChanel Hason\, Elakha Alliance 🦦 – sharing the vision for sea otter restoration and community engagement efforts. \n\n\nAmy Hash\, Oregon Zoo 🐾 – highlighting research\, partnerships\, and conservation planning in support of sea otter recovery. \n\n\nBrittany Blades & Margot Langan\, Oregon Coast Aquarium 🌊 – discussing education\, animal care expertise\, and their brand new rehabilitation facility. \n\n\nTogether\, these organizations are taking proactive steps to ensure that when sea otters return\, Oregon’s coastal communities\, ecosystems\, and institutions are ready to welcome them home. \n📅 Monday September 22nd\, 6pm-8pm📍 Virtual Event (Zoom) \nCelebrate Sea Otter Awareness Week with us and learn how science\, education\, and collaboration are shaping the future for sea otters in Oregon. \nREGISTER FOR WEBINAR
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/soaw-webinar-sea-otters-on-the-horizon-how-biologists-are-getting-oregon-ready/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250923T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250923T130000
DTSTAMP:20250924T182026Z
CREATED:20250818T205452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T182026Z
UID:4008-1758628800-1758632400@www.elakhaalliance.org
SUMMARY:SOAW: Float Down the Coast Live Stream at Oregon Zoo
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this Sea Otter Awareness Week event in Oregon. \nWhere do sea otters live? How do we protect them? In this special event with Defenders of Wildlife and Sea Otter Savvy and the Elakha Alliance\, you’ll hear from experts along the coast from Alaska to Southern California and learn about the science\, stories\, and conservation of sea otters. \nLIVE STREAM YOUTUBE LINK \nThe Elakha Alliance will be tuning in LIVE at 12pm to be second in the line up for the Float Down the Coast Live Stream event on September 23rd at the Oregon Zoo. The Marine Life Team at the Oregon Zoo will do a feeding/training session with the sea otters\, while representatives from the Oregon Zoo Conservation Department and the Elakha Alliance talk about our partnership to restore Oregon’s sea otter population.
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/soaw-float-down-the-coast-live-stream-at-oregon-zoo/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Free Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250924T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250924T200000
DTSTAMP:20250916T155753Z
CREATED:20250816T003629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T155753Z
UID:4001-1758736800-1758744000@www.elakhaalliance.org
SUMMARY:SOAW: Sea Otter Sip & Paint Night - Fullerton Wines Portland
DESCRIPTION:BUY TICKET HERE\nJoin the Elakha Alliance at Fullerton Wines Tasting Room in Portland for a Sea Otter Sip & Paint Night Fundraiser! Your ticket serves as a direct donation to the Elakha Alliance\, a nonprofit dedicated to restoring Oregon’s sea otter population. Reservations are required\, and participants of all ages are welcome. \nNo painting experience? No problem! Artist and Oregon Zoo Marine Life Keeper Megan Tate Hagedorn will guide you step-by-step through creating a beautiful scene of a sea otter floating in bull kelp while holding a sea urchin (pictured above). All skill levels can join in the fun – just bring your creativity and enthusiasm! \nThe ticket price includes: \n\nAll paint supplies\nInstruction\nAprons\nAn 11×14 take-home canvas\nOne complimentary glass of single vineyard wine (for those 21+)\n\nCancellations 72 hours before event will be offered a refund. Cancellations after 72 hours will have their ticket payment remain as a donation to the Elakha Alliance. \nIMPORTANT INFORMATION: Beverages will be available for purchase. Alcohol consumption is permitted only for adults over 21.
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/sea-otter-sip-paint-night-fullerton-wines-portland/
LOCATION:Fullerton Wines\, 1966 NW Pettygrove St.\, Portland\, Oregon\, 97209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250925T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250925T200000
DTSTAMP:20250819T233252Z
CREATED:20250816T003955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T233252Z
UID:4004-1758823200-1758830400@www.elakhaalliance.org
SUMMARY:SOAW: Sea Otter Sip & Paint Night - Fullerton Winery Corvallis
DESCRIPTION:RESERVE YOUR SEAT\nJoin the Elakha Alliance at Fullerton Winery in Corvallis for a Sea Otter Sip & Paint Night Fundraiser! Your ticket serves as a direct donation to the Elakha Alliance\, a nonprofit dedicated to restoring Oregon’s sea otter population. Reservations are required\, and participants of all ages are welcome. \nNo painting experience? No problem! Artist and Oregon Zoo Marine Life Keeper Megan Tate Hagedorn will guide you step-by-step through creating a beautiful scene of a sea otter floating in bull kelp while holding a sea urchin (pictured above). All skill levels can join in the fun – just bring your creativity and enthusiasm! \nThe ticket price includes: \n\nAll paint supplies\nInstruction\nAprons\nAn 11×14 take-home canvas\nOne complimentary glass of single vineyard wine (for those 21+)\n\nCancellations 72 hours before event will be offered a refund. Cancellations after 72 hours will have their ticket payment remain as a donation to the Elakha Alliance. \nIMPORTANT INFORMATION: Beverages will be available for purchase. Alcohol consumption is permitted only for adults over 21.
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/sea-otter-sip-paint-night-fullerton-winery-corvallis/
LOCATION:Fullerton Winery\, 804 NW Buchanan Ave.\, Corvallis\, OR\, 97330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250925T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250925T210000
DTSTAMP:20250917T163428Z
CREATED:20250818T204935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T163428Z
UID:4006-1758826800-1758834000@www.elakhaalliance.org
SUMMARY:SOAW: Sea Otter Pint & Paint Night - 7 Devils Brewery Coos Bay
DESCRIPTION:BUY TICKET HERE\nJoin the Elakha Alliance at 7 Devils Brewery & Public House in Coos Bay for a Sea Otter Sip & Paint Night Fundraiser in honor of Sea Otter Awareness Week! Your ticket serves as a direct donation to the Elakha Alliance\, a nonprofit dedicated to restoring Oregon’s sea otter population. Reservations are required\, and participants of all ages are welcome. \nNo painting experience? No problem! Local coastal artist Megan Gray will guide you step-by-step through creating a beautiful scene of a sea otter diving down for a sea urchin amongst the kelp (pictured above). All skill levels can join in the fun – just bring your creativity and enthusiasm! \nAbout the artist: Megan’s adoration for nature is rooted deep in her home stomping grounds of Coos Bay\, OR. Residing on the rugged Southern Oregon Coast\, provides a steady source of adventure and inspiration. As an enthusiast of outdoor escapes\, she is an attentive meanderer. Observing the interconnectedness of the natural world is at the core of her creative spirit\, and her artwork is a reflection of her time spent immersed in nature’s narrative. You can learn more about Megan Gray and her art at megangrayartistry.com. \nThe ticket price includes: \n\nAll paint supplies\nInstruction\nAprons\nAn 9×12 take-home canvas\nOne complimentary beverage ticket for beer/wine (for those 21+)\, or soda\n\nCancellations 72 hours before event will be offered a refund. Cancellations after 72 hours will have their ticket payment remain as a donation to the Elakha Alliance. \nIMPORTANT INFORMATION: Beverages and food will be available for purchase. Alcohol consumption is permitted only for adults over 21.
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/sea-otter-sip-paint-night-7-devils-brewery-coos-bay/
LOCATION:7 Devils Brewing Co.\, 247 S 2nd St.\, Coos Bay\, OR\, 97420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250926T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250926T210000
DTSTAMP:20250819T233242Z
CREATED:20250807T164557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T233242Z
UID:3992-1758909600-1758920400@www.elakhaalliance.org
SUMMARY:SOAW: Artsea Craftsea: Sea Otter Paint Night (Newport)
DESCRIPTION:PURCHASE TICKETS\nLet Artsea Craftsea walk you through painting this wonderful sea otter on your choice of wood or canvas while supporting the Elakha Alliance. \nYour ticket includes all supplies and step-by-step instructions. Each attendee must purchase a ticket. \nIf your group buys tickets individually\, please message us so we can seat you together. \nGuests 21+ welcome to BYOB \nAges 16+ \nSorry\, we cannot offer refunds. Cancellations made more than 72 hours before the event will be issued a store credit of $25.
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/artsea-craftsea-sea-otter-paint-night-newport/
LOCATION:Artsea Craftsea\, 4909 S Coast Hwy\, Suite 1\, South Beach\, Oregon\, 97366\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250927T150000
DTSTAMP:20250818T205924Z
CREATED:20250818T205853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T205924Z
UID:4010-1758967200-1758985200@www.elakhaalliance.org
SUMMARY:SOAW: Sea Otter Viewing Station & Information at Oregon Coast Aquarium
DESCRIPTION:For Sea Otter Awareness Week\, the Elakha Alliance will have designated Sea Otter Viewing Stations on the coast in Newport\, and inland in Portland. \nCome stop by the Elakha Alliance table and learn more about sea otter reintroduction efforts in Oregon. \n\nOregon Sea Otter Viewing Stations:– Sunday September 21st\, 10am-3pm: Oregon Zoo\, Portland– Saturday September 27th\, 10am-3pm: Oregon Coast Aquarium\, Newport
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/soaw-sea-otter-viewing-station-information-at-oregon-coast-aquarium/
LOCATION:Oregon Coast Aquarium\, 2820 SE Ferry Slip Rd.\, Newport\, Oregon\, 97365\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251003
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251007
DTSTAMP:20250929T183919Z
CREATED:20250929T183910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T183919Z
UID:4049-1759449600-1759795199@www.elakhaalliance.org
SUMMARY:North Coast KelpFest! (California)
DESCRIPTION:The first North Coast KelpFest! was held from mid-May to mid-June 2024\, bringing art\, science\, food and film together to tell the story of kelp forests on California’s north coast. Through a month long series of events\, communities from across Northern California were invited to the Mendocino coast to learn about and celebrate the ocean’s forests\, and connect with coastal ecosystems and culture in a meaningful way. The combination of innovative art + science\, ocean-oriented and kelp-inspired events hosted through KelpFest! engaged the hearts and minds of people of all ages and ethnicities. These events were designed to contribute to the success of kelp restoration efforts and ultimately create sustained appreciation and stewardship for this ocean ecosystem. \nThe Elakha Alliance is happy to be involved this year – come meet Kyle who will be tabling for us! \nThe second North Coast KelpFest! is happening in Mendocino and Fort Bragg October 3-6\, 2025. View the full schedule of events here. \nNorth Coast KelpFest! is a volunteer-powered collaboration.
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/north-coast-kelp-fest-california/
LOCATION:Mendocino\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251009T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251009T200000
DTSTAMP:20250929T210924Z
CREATED:20250929T183142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T210924Z
UID:4047-1760029200-1760040000@www.elakhaalliance.org
SUMMARY:Kate's Ice Cream Launch Party at Portland Aquarium
DESCRIPTION:Kate’s Ice Cream (Portland-based\, plant-based and gluten-free ice cream brand) and Portland-based artist Mike Bennett have teamed up to launch Ottie’s Oreo\, a limited-edition Salty Caramel Oreo flavor inspired by Bennett’s sea otter character Ottie. Kate’s took our suggestion of incorporating sea salt from the Oregon coast from our friends at Jacobsen Salt Co. for this collab! The flavor will be available throughout October at all Kate’s Ice Cream locations. \nTo celebrate the release\, Bennett will unveil a custom art installation at Kate’s NW 23rd shop\, alongside exclusive merchandise featuring Ottie. All merch proceeds will benefit Elakha Alliance\, a nonprofit working to restore sea otters to the Oregon coast. \nLaunch Party\nDate: Thursday\, October 9\nTime: 5-8 PM\nLocation: The Portland Aquarium: Presented by Mike Bennett Studios: 603 SW Broadway\,\nPortland\, OR 97205\nDetails: Public event featuring Bennett’s Aquarium Art Exhibit\, merch launch\, Kate’s Ice Cream\, and community celebration. Tickets are $14 for adults\, $10 for kids 12 & under\, and free for 3 years old & under. The event will have free ice cream for all who attend. \nThis collaboration brings together art\, ice cream\, and restoration\, aiming to raise awareness and funds for Elakha Alliance’s goal of reintroducing sea otters to Oregon within the next five years.
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/kates-ice-cream-launch-party-at-portland-aquarium/
LOCATION:Portland Aquarium\, 603 SW Broadway\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Free Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251010T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251010T170000
DTSTAMP:20250909T180853Z
CREATED:20250612T163622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T180853Z
UID:3882-1760094000-1760115600@www.elakhaalliance.org
SUMMARY:Sea Otters & Science at the Portland Aquarium
DESCRIPTION:The Elakha Alliance is excited to announce that we’ll be tabling at the Portland Aquarium on the first Friday of each month (but this month we’re doing it the 2nd week in October)! Come meet our team and learn more about our mission to restore sea otters to the Oregon coast—and why these charismatic creatures are vital to the health of our marine ecosystems. \nVisitors will have the chance to:\n🔹 Talk with marine conservation experts\n🔹 Explore hands-on educational materials\n🔹 Discover how sea otters help kelp forests and estuaries thrive\n🔹 Learn how YOU can get involved in bringing them back \n📍 Where: Portland Aquarium\, 603 SW Broadway\, Portland\n📅 When: First Friday of each month\n🕒 Time: 11am-5pm \nWhether you’re a lifelong ocean lover or curious about Oregon’s coastal wildlife\, swing by our table and say hi!
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/sea-otters-science-at-the-portland-aquarium-4/
LOCATION:Portland Aquarium\, 603 SW Broadway\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Free Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251011T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251011T220000
DTSTAMP:20250929T184714Z
CREATED:20250929T184714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T184714Z
UID:4051-1760209200-1760220000@www.elakhaalliance.org
SUMMARY:Sharktoberfest
DESCRIPTION:It’s back! The Big Fish Lab are hosting their 3rd Annual Sharktoberfest\, which will take place in Portland at OMSI on Saturday\, Oct 11th from 7-10 pm. This year\, it’s going to be bigger and better than ever! We will have a silent auction\, raffle\, local artists\, food\, and beverages donated from local breweries and vendors. Plus\, you’ll get to hang out with your favorite shark scientists. Shark costumes are encouraged – consider it adult Halloween (note that this is a 21+ event). \nElakha Alliance will be present – so you otter stop by and say hi! We are proud partners with the Big Fish Lab. \nTickets are *limited *\, so purchase yours directly today. All proceeds from this event go directly to shark research and supporting students. \n\n\nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE\nSharktoberfest General Admission | $60\nAdmission will include: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBeer/Wine Samples\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSouvenir Glass\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSharktoberfest General Admission + T-shirt| $80\nInclude all of the above\, plus a t-shirt! \n\n\n\n\nSharktoberfest Non Drinking Admission | $45\nOne NON DRINKING ticket for admission to Sharktoberfest event.
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/sharktoberfest-2/
LOCATION:Oregon Museum of Science & Industry\, 1945 SE Water Ave.\, Portland\, Oregon\, 97214\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251014T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251014T210000
DTSTAMP:20250929T192011Z
CREATED:20250929T191833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T192011Z
UID:4054-1760464800-1760475600@www.elakhaalliance.org
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:20251027T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251027T150000
DTSTAMP:20251028T185243Z
CREATED:20250929T201927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T185243Z
UID:4058-1761555600-1761577200@www.elakhaalliance.org
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:Oakshire Inspires Benefit for Elakha (Springfield)
DESCRIPTION:Visit Oakshire Commons in Springfield (416 Main Street\, Springfield\, OR) for an Oakshire Inspires Fundraiser supporting Elakha Alliance on Monday October 27th from 11am-10pm\,\n\nIndulge in fantastic craft beers\, mingle with like-minded individuals\, and contribute directly to the conservation efforts of Elakha Alliance. Stop by our table at the event to learn more about our work on the coast. Every dollar raised will make a significant impact. $1.00 per core pint of Oakshire Beer & 10% of food sales from the whole day will be donated to Elakha’s efforts to restore sea otters back to Oregon.\n\nElakha Alliance representatives will be on site tabling from 5pm-8pm. Come say hello and grab dinner or a drink and learn all about sea otters!
URL:https://www.elakhaalliance.org/event/oakshire-inspires-benefit-for-elakha-springfield/
LOCATION:Oakshire Commons\, 416 Main St\, Springfield\, OR\, 97477\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Free Event,Fundraiser
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