Scheduled Explorations:
- Sunday, May 17, 11:00am – 12:30pm, at Rockaway Beach, Bainbridge Island. This is a joint exploration with WSU Extension. Parking is very limited so please carpool and angle park. Street parking is also available farther uphill. The beach is very rocky, consider bringing a walking stick for balance.
- Saturday, June 13, 9:00 – 10:30am, at Point White Pier, Bainbridge Island. This is a joint exploration with WSU Extension and IslandWood. Parking is limited so please carpool if possible.
- Sunday, July 12, 9:00 – 10:30am, at Bainbridge Island Ferry Terminal. This is a joint exploration with WSU Extension and IslandWood. Park in Winslow or at the waterfront, and walk along the path towards the ferry. After crossing the footbridge, and after crossing Harborview Dr, straight ahead to the foot path to the water.
- Monday, August 10, 8:30am – 10:00am, at Rockaway Beach, Bainbridge Island. This is a joint exploration with WSU Extension. Parking is very limited, so please carpool and angle park. Some street parking is available farther uphill. The beach is very rocky, consider bringing a walking stick for balance.
What to expect when you join us on the beach:
- Fall and winter night explorations require a strong flashlight.
- Look for the naturalists wearing neon green vests.
- Wear shoes or boots that can get wet. You will be walking in the shallow water along the shore for much of the time. Tall rubber boots are the footwear of choice.
- The beach can be much colder than the rest of the island, so wear layers that you can add as necessary.
- Kids are great explorers; dogs should not be brought to these events.
- You might want the added stability of a hiking stick as the rocks can be very slippery when wet and covered with seaweed; one beach access involves a scramble over the rocks.
Train to Become a Beach Naturalist
Training for 2026 is completed. The next training session will be in early spring 2027, with registration opening in February. Information will be available on the WSU Extension web site.