Salmon Experience at Bayshore Preserve
Join Capitol Land Trust (CLT) and Puget Sound Estuarium at Bayshore Preserve Nov. 9, 10, and 11 to witness one of nature’s most extraordinary displays of migration and resilience!
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Join us on the Docks for Pier Peer!
Our most popular program is offered twice a month during the summer and into fall! Explore the wonders of marine life up close! Floodlights under the dock allow for optimal visibility, and guests can view marine life up close and on a screen via our underwater remote-operated vehicle (ROV).
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Discovery Speaker Series
Join Puget Sound Estuarium at the Olympia Timberland Library for our Discovery Speaker Series. Every 1st Thursday of the month we invite you to learn and stay informed about current environmental research or sustainability projects. You’ll hear from Scientists, Educators, Artists, and Earth Advocates about their current work, research, or organization. Plus get your questions answered live after the talk!
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Give Local! Early Giving
Early giving available is now available! Donate early from today, November 4th to 11th. Participate in our official Give Local fundraiser running November 11th to 22nd.
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Salmon Experience at Bayshore Preserve

Join Puget Sound Estuarium and Capitol Land Trust (CLT) to witness one of nature’s most extraordinary displays of migration and resilience. Every fall thousands of chum salmon return from the

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October 1, 2024 No Comments
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Extended Cruise Benefit!

The Estuarium Benefit Cruise is back! Join us for a memorable day on the water and support the Estuarium! The Estuarium is excited to announce a second Benefit Cruise for

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August 1, 2024 No Comments
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Sharks of Washington Summer Exhibit

Discover the curious and unique aspects of Washington sharks by slowing down with us. Take time to consider how sharks’ physiology helps them fulfill their ecological roles at our summer

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July 15, 2024 No Comments

Upcoming Events

November 2024

Pier Peer at Zittel’s Marina

Come discover the mysterious creatures that live below the pier! Our trained biologists provide underwater lights that attract spectacular estuary creatures for you to safely scoop up and observe, while…
15 Nov
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Zittel's Marina
9144 Gallea St NE Olympia, WA 98516
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December 2024

Pier Peer at Zittel’s Marina

Come discover the mysterious creatures that live below the pier! Our trained biologists provide underwater lights that attract spectacular estuary creatures for you to safely scoop up and observe, while…
13 Dec
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Zittel's Marina
9144 Gallea St NE Olympia, WA 98516
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