About Us

Our Passion for the Salish Sea

Our Vision

Achieve a more resilient marine and nearshore environment across the Salish Sea.

Our Mission

Our mission is to restore and preserve the long-term health of the Salish Sea by fostering collaboration, encouraging stewardship and conservation, and implementing science-based restoration.

Our Goals

Restoring & Protecting Salish Sea Ecosystems

Strengthen and grow our programs to increase our contribution to a healthy and resilient marine and nearshore environment in the Salish Sea.

Implement projects that restore nearshore ecosystems.

Reduce impacts to marine species and habitat from derelict fishing gear.

Inform decision-making for shoreline land management through data sharing and scientific monitoring and research.

Building a Strong Foundation for Lasting Impact

Ensure organizational capacity to sustain and grow our work.

Secure reliable public and private funding sources.

Sustain a diverse funding portfolio.

Maintain an engaged and diverse Board of Directors and staff.

Collaborating for Conservation & Community Impact

Operate through strong collaborative conservation partnerships.

Network effectively with other organizations.

Engage respectfully and reciprocally with Tribes in marine and nearshore conservation.

Provide scholarships, internships, and training opportunities in marine and nearshore conservation.

Engaging Communities to Protect Our Shores

Inspire public participation and support for marine and nearshore conservation.

Increase public participation in our conservation programs.

Establish active and meaningful relationships with stakeholders.

Tap into media channels to increase awareness of the organization.

Our Staff

Our Board

Emeritus Board Members