Marine Stewardship on Salt spring island
Marine Stewardship group
The Marine Stewardship Group works to protect and restore marine ecosystems around Salt Spring Island and the Salish Sea through education, community science, and collaborative action. Our goal is to foster a deeper connection to local waters while supporting long-term stewardship and marine biodiversity.
All residents of Salt Spring Island are welcome to join in our Marine Stewardship activities and events. Contact Anne Parkinson to get involved.
Programs & Priorities
Community Science & Monitoring
Volunteers support marine health through forage fish egg surveys, herring spawn tracking, and water quality sampling—laying the groundwork for clam harvesting and salmon restoration.
Outreach & Education
We host events like Wonders of the Salish Sea, share marine stories through articles and our Fulford Bay WENA’NEC Facebook group, and collaborate with local media.
Celebration & Connection
Outdoor walks, webinars, and ocean-themed events build appreciation for the coast and inspire care for marine life. We work with local partners to share knowledge and help shape marine goals in broader community action plans.
Advocacy & Action
We encourage citizen engagement—through awareness campaigns, civic participation, and calls for marine protection in local policy.
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Get Involved WITH MARINE STEWARDSHIP
Want to support marine conservation close to home?
- Join a citizen science program
- Attend a local marine walk or webinar
- Help advocate for marine protection
- Share your voice and knowledge with the community
Marine Stewardship Stories
Wonders of the Salish Sea 2025
This 4-part online speaker series on the Salish Sea will delight and enlighten you about the marvels of our local waters. Each evening will feature 2 one-hour presentations from local speakers. Register HERE 4 Mondays…
Wonders of the Salish Sea 2024
Wonders of the Salish Sea 2024 This popular 4-part speakers series on the Salish Sea is back again in 2024 to delight and enlighten you about the marvels of our local waters. 4 Mondays from…
Forage Fish Fun at Fulford
How do you find a tiny fish egg on a beach of sand? That’s what we learned on a sunny, warm September day on the shore of Drummond Park. Fifteen participants, including Gulf Islands National…