BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Maritime Washington - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Maritime Washington X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://maritimewa.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Maritime Washington REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260402T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260402T190000 DTSTAMP:20260425T030055 CREATED:20260220T211928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T230835Z UID:4222-1775124000-1775156400@maritimewa.org SUMMARY:2026 Annual Maritime Washington Partner Meeting DESCRIPTION:Staff\, board members\, and volunteers from official Maritime Washington Partner organizations are invited to join us for the third annual Maritime Washington Partner Meeting on Thursday\, April 2\, 2026 in Everett. \nThis is the one time each year when our full partner network comes together in person to connect\, share what we’re working on\, and strengthen relationships across the region. Whether you’re deeply involved in day-to-day maritime heritage work or newer to the network\, this gathering is designed to create space for conversation\, collaboration\, and practical learning. \nAttendance fulfills the annual participation requirement for your organization’s membership in the Maritime Washington Partner Network. \nClick here for the most up-to-date agenda and event details\n\n \nLocation\nPort of EverettBlue Heron Room1205 Craftsman Way\, Suite 200 Lvl 2Everett\, WA 98201 \nParking is available on site. Additional details will be provided to registrants prior to the event. \nScholarships\nTo support Maritime Washington Partners in celebrating\, preserving\, and sharing our state’s maritime heritage\, a limited number of scholarships are available to help offset costs associated with attending this meeting. \nPartners may request up to $750 to fund travel\, lodging\, and/or meals. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and funding is provided on a reimbursement basis. \nLearn more and apply for a scholarship here: https://maritimewa.org/partner-portal/apply-for-a-scholarship/ \nHow to Register\nPartners are invited to send as many staff\, leaders\, and volunteers as they would like for no charge\, but pre-registration is required before Thursday\, March 27. URL:https://maritimewa.org/event/annual-maritime-washington-partner-meeting-happy-hour/ LOCATION:The Port of Everett: Blue Heron Room\, 1205 Craftsman Way\, 2nd Floor\, Everett\, WA\, 98201\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://maritimewa.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/PartnerMeeting2025-52-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260220T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260220T143000 DTSTAMP:20260425T030055 CREATED:20260130T203931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T204326Z UID:4183-1771583400-1771597800@maritimewa.org SUMMARY:Partner Field Trip: Harbor History Museum DESCRIPTION:In 2025\, the Harbor History Museum opened a new Maritime Gallery\, featuring the beautifully restored and interpreted Shenandoah (a 100-year-old\, 65′ purse seiner fishing vessel)\, Thunderbird #1\, and numerous other small craft that represent Gig Harbor’s boat building heritage. This field trip will explore the new gallery and how Maritime Washington partners can use exhibits to share our state’s maritime stories. After our tour\, we’ll discuss what we’ve learned and how it applies to our own sites with the guidance of expert interpretive trainer Emily Jacobs over a BYO lunch. \n\n\n \n \n Register for Harbor History Museum Field Trip\n Use this form to register for the Maritime Washington Partner Field Trip to the Harbor History Museum in Gig Harbor on Friday\, February 20th from 10:30 am - 2:30 pm. Additional details will be provided to registrants via email. \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n \n PhonePreferred pronounsOrganization(Required)Please note that Maritime Washington Field Trips are open only to formal partners. Title / Role(Required)Have you previously attended an interpretation-focused workshop or field trip with Maritime Washington?(Required)\n \n Yes\, I attended or watched a recording of Basics of Interpretation virtual workshop in October 2023\n \n \n Yes\, I attended the Interpreting Maritime Heritage 101 workshop at the April 2024 Partner Meeting in Seattle\n \n \n Yes\, I have attended a field trip with Maritime Washington in the past\n \n \n No\, but I'm willing to review recap materials before my field trip!\n Anything you'd like to let us know in advance of this field trip?Please include any notes on what you hope to learn from this field trip!CAPTCHA URL:https://maritimewa.org/event/partner-field-trip-harbor-history-museum/ LOCATION:Harbor History Museum\, 4121 Harborview Dr\, Gig Harbor\, WA\, 98332\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://maritimewa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/shenandoah-edited.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251112T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251112T180000 DTSTAMP:20260425T030055 CREATED:20251015T235404Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T003125Z UID:4035-1762966800-1762970400@maritimewa.org SUMMARY:Maritime Washington New Partner Info Session DESCRIPTION:Meet the Maritime Washington National Heritage Area! This informal virtual session is recommended for staff\, leaders\, and volunteers who are new to the heritage area—whether you’re part of a brand-new partner organization or newly involved with an existing one. We’ll introduce Maritime Washington\, explore what it means to be a partner\, discuss how to make the most of your connection to this region-wide network\, and provide an overview of where to find key resources and support. We’ll also leave plenty of time for conversation—so bring your questions\, ideas\, updates\, or anything else you’d like to share with the Maritime Washington team! URL:https://maritimewa.org/event/maritime-washington-new-partner-info-session/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://maritimewa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2024-Photo-Contest-Ferry-location-unkown-Shaila-Childers.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251021T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251021T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T030055 CREATED:20250829T201624Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T221520Z UID:3923-1761062400-1761066000@maritimewa.org SUMMARY:Local Governments Info Session DESCRIPTION:This info session—meant for elected officials and government employees—will provide an overview of the Maritime Washington National Heritage Area and discuss what the designation means for our state’s cities\, counties\, ports\, and other local government bodies. We encourage Maritime Washington partners to invite their local elected officials to this session to learn more about the importance of our water-based resources and how they can support the work of maritime heritage organizations. URL:https://maritimewa.org/event/local-governments-info-session-9-25/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://maritimewa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Bellingham-aerial-courtesy-of-State-of-Washington-Tourism-scaled-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251008 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251011 DTSTAMP:20260425T030055 CREATED:20250325T143342Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T211341Z UID:3583-1759881600-1760140799@maritimewa.org SUMMARY:PLACES 2025 DESCRIPTION:PLACES is Washington’s annual statewide conference focused on the continued care of place through historic preservation\, placemaking\, and economic vitality\, brought to you by the Washington Trust for Historic Preservation and the Department of Archaeology & Historic Preservation. PLACES 2025 will be held on October 8-10\, 2025. In collaboration with the Gig Harbor Downtown Waterfront Alliance\, the Maritime Washington National Heritage Area will be featured throughout the conference. \nWe’re particularly excited to share that the 2025 PLACES conference will feature special content curated specifically for Maritime Washington Partners throughout the week\, including sessions on interpretation and storytelling\, maritime and trades education\, historic waterfront building and vessel preservation\, and so much more. \nPlus\, staff and volunteers from Maritime Washington Partners get a 50% discount on tickets! When you register using the link below\, simply select “Official Maritime Washington Partner” as your attendee type and submit the name of your organization. \nDon’t miss this fantastic opportunity to learn\, grow your network\, and explore the fascinating maritime community of Gig Harbor! \n  URL:https://maritimewa.org/event/places-2025/ LOCATION:Gig Harbor\, Gig Harbor\, Washington\, 98335 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://maritimewa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250909T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250909T133000 DTSTAMP:20260425T030055 CREATED:20250811T191729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T191748Z UID:3858-1757419200-1757424600@maritimewa.org SUMMARY:Historic Preservation & Coastal Flooding Webinar Series: Assembling your Team and Doing the Work DESCRIPTION:Many of Washington’s most treasured historic resources are found along the shores of our coastal communities. From Main Streets to wharves to private homes\, these waterfront buildings are icons of Washington’s maritime landscape. Many of these properties\, however\, are at risk from coastal flooding—and some are already feeling the impacts. \nThis free webinar series is designed for property owners\, stewards\, and community leaders who are navigating the complex challenges of preserving historic buildings in the face of rising waters. These sessions will walk you through the process of protecting your historic waterfront buildings\, including assessing your flood risks\, interpreting and applying National Park Service adaptation guidelines\, navigating permits\, assembling the right team\, and getting renovations completed. With expert speakers\, practical tips\, and real-world case studies\, this series will help you make informed decisions to protect your property and community heritage. \nThis session will be with a panel of trades and industry experts. URL:https://maritimewa.org/event/historic-preservation-coastal-flooding-webinar-series-assembling-your-team-and-doing-the-work/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://maritimewa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Willapa-Bay-Shoreline-cr-Chelsey-Martin-WSDOT-edited.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250902T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250902T133000 DTSTAMP:20260425T030055 CREATED:20250811T191316Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T191357Z UID:3857-1756814400-1756819800@maritimewa.org SUMMARY:Historic Preservation & Coastal Flooding Webinar Series: Getting the Right Permit DESCRIPTION:Many of Washington’s most treasured historic resources are found along the shores of our coastal communities. From Main Streets to wharves to private homes\, these waterfront buildings are icons of Washington’s maritime landscape. Many of these properties\, however\, are at risk from coastal flooding—and some are already feeling the impacts. \nThis free webinar series is designed for property owners\, stewards\, and community leaders who are navigating the complex challenges of preserving historic buildings in the face of rising waters. These sessions will walk you through the process of protecting your historic waterfront buildings\, including assessing your flood risks\, interpreting and applying National Park Service adaptation guidelines\, navigating permits\, assembling the right team\, and getting renovations completed. With expert speakers\, practical tips\, and real-world case studies\, this series will help you make informed decisions to protect your property and community heritage. \nThis session will be with Jim Thornton\, Environmental Permit Coordinator\, Governor’s Office of Regulatory Innovation and Assistance. URL:https://maritimewa.org/event/historic-preservation-coastal-flooding-webinar-series-getting-the-right-permit/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://maritimewa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Coupeville-Wharf-King-Tide-Season-cr_Port-of-Coupeville-edited-e1752539012725.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250826T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250826T143000 DTSTAMP:20260425T030055 CREATED:20250811T191050Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T191503Z UID:3856-1756213200-1756218600@maritimewa.org SUMMARY:Historic Preservation & Coastal Flooding Webinar Series: Picking an Adaptation Plan: Navigating the NPS Guidelines DESCRIPTION:Many of Washington’s most treasured historic resources are found along the shores of our coastal communities. From Main Streets to wharves to private homes\, these waterfront buildings are icons of Washington’s maritime landscape. Many of these properties\, however\, are at risk from coastal flooding—and some are already feeling the impacts. \nThis free webinar series is designed for property owners\, stewards\, and community leaders who are navigating the complex challenges of preserving historic buildings in the face of rising waters. These sessions will walk you through the process of protecting your historic waterfront buildings\, including assessing your flood risks\, interpreting and applying National Park Service adaptation guidelines\, navigating permits\, assembling the right team\, and getting renovations completed. With expert speakers\, practical tips\, and real-world case studies\, this series will help you make informed decisions to protect your property and community heritage. \nThis session will be with Jenny Parker\, Program Manager\, Heritage Adaptation and Resilience Program & Chief Appeals Officer\, Historic Tax Credit Program\, National Park Service. URL:https://maritimewa.org/event/historic-preservation-coastal-flooding-webinar-series-picking-an-adaptation-plan-navigating-the-nps-guidelines/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://maritimewa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Mount-Vernon-WA-flood-wall-cr_KING5-edited.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250820T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250820T133000 DTSTAMP:20260425T030055 CREATED:20250811T190757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T190826Z UID:3855-1755691200-1755696600@maritimewa.org SUMMARY:Historic Preservation & Coastal Flooding Webinar Series: Assessing the Risks and Impacts DESCRIPTION:Many of Washington’s most treasured historic resources are found along the shores of our coastal communities. From Main Streets to wharves to private homes\, these waterfront buildings are icons of Washington’s maritime landscape. Many of these properties\, however\, are at risk from coastal flooding—and some are already feeling the impacts. \nThis free webinar series is designed for property owners\, stewards\, and community leaders who are navigating the complex challenges of preserving historic buildings in the face of rising waters. These sessions will walk you through the process of protecting your historic waterfront buildings\, including assessing your flood risks\, interpreting and applying National Park Service adaptation guidelines\, navigating permits\, assembling the right team\, and getting renovations completed. With expert speakers\, practical tips\, and real-world case studies\, this series will help you make informed decisions to protect your property and community heritage. \nThis session will be with Dr. Ian Miller\, Coastal Hazard Specialist\, Olympic Peninsula\, Washington Sea Grant. URL:https://maritimewa.org/event/historic-preservation-coastal-flooding-webinar-series-assessing-the-risks-and-impacts/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://maritimewa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Day-Island-Tacoma-2022-King-Tides-cr_WA-Dept-of-Ecology.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250808T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250808T140000 DTSTAMP:20260425T030055 CREATED:20250325T144037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T211526Z UID:3586-1754647200-1754661600@maritimewa.org SUMMARY:Partner Field Trip: Seattle Waterfront DESCRIPTION:Please note that this event has been rescheduled and will now be held on August 8\, 2025. Thank you for your understanding! \nThe removal of Seattle’s Viaduct opened up a wealth of new waterfront space for residents to connect with Puget Sound. Since 2019\, the City of Seattle\, in partnership with the community and the nonprofit Friends of Waterfront Park\, has been transforming this area into a vibrant new public park. As part of this revitalization\, a wealth of new interpretive materials will bring the waterfront’s history\, culture\, and environment to life. Join City of Seattle staff for a guided tour to discover how storytelling and interpretation have been thoughtfully woven into its design and signage. After our tour\, we’ll discuss what we’ve learned and how it applies to our own sites with the guidance of expert interpretive trainer Emily Jacobs. \n \n\n \n \n Register for Seattle Waterfront Field Trip\n Use this form to register for the Maritime Washington Partner Field Trip to the Seattle Waterfront. Additional details (including exact timing\, parking instructions\, and an agenda) will be provided to registrants via email. \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n \n PhonePreferred pronounsOrganization(Required)Please note that the Maritime Washington Field Trips open only to formal partners. Title / Role(Required)Have you previously attended either of the following workshops with Maritime Washington?(Required)\n \n Basics of Interpretation virtual workshop in October 2023\n \n \n Interpreting Maritime Heritage 101 workshop at the April 2024 Partner Meeting in Seattle\n \n \n None\, but I'm willing to review recap materials before my field trip!\n CAPTCHA URL:https://maritimewa.org/event/partner-field-trip-seattle-waterfront/ LOCATION:Seattle\, Seattle\, WA\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://maritimewa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Overlook-Walk-Opening_Jo-Cosme-009-2160x1440-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250603T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250603T130000 DTSTAMP:20260425T030055 CREATED:20240807T051131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T220658Z UID:2623-1748952000-1748955600@maritimewa.org SUMMARY:Partner Info Session DESCRIPTION:Staff\, leaders\, and volunteers from all partner organizations are invited to join us for a virtual conversation about the Maritime Washington National Heritage Area\, what it means to be a partner\, and how you can get the most out of your collaboration with this region-wide network. Recommended for new staff—and anyone who needs a refresher on Maritime Washington! During this informational session\, we’ll also ask participants how their organizations have been impacted by recent federal changes and funding cuts to get a better sense of the impacts to the maritime heritage sector. URL:https://maritimewa.org/event/partner-info-session/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://maritimewa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/San-Juan-on-the-ferry-1-WTA-photo-bank-Jason-Hummel-Photography.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250418T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250418T143000 DTSTAMP:20260425T030055 CREATED:20250222T002124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T184338Z UID:3518-1744972200-1744986600@maritimewa.org SUMMARY:Partner Field Trip: Deception Pass State Park DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand\, we’re continuing our series of field trips focused on the interpretation of maritime heritage! Join your fellow Maritime Washington Partners for an exploration of Deception Pass State Park. Led by expert interpretive trainer Emily Jacobs\, we’ll examine how this state park shares stories of Washington’s water highways\, canoe cultures\, and marine ecology. After our visit\, we’ll discuss what we’ve learned and how it applies to our own sites over lunch. This event is open to all staff and volunteers from Maritime Washington Partner organizations at no cost.  \n \n\n \n \n Register for Deception Pass State Park Field Trip\n Use this form to register for the Maritime Washington Partner Field Trip to Deception Pass State Park on April 18\, 2025 from 10:30am - 2:30pm. Additional details (including parking instructions and an agenda) will be provided to registrants via email. \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n \n PhonePreferred pronounsOrganization(Required)Please note that the Maritime Washington Field Trips open only to formal partners. Title / Role(Required)Have you previously attended either of the following workshops with Maritime Washington?(Required)\n \n Basics of Interpretation virtual workshop in October 2023\n \n \n Interpreting Maritime Heritage 101 workshop at the April 2024 Partner Meeting in Seattle\n \n \n None\, but I'm willing to review recap materials before my field trip!\n CAPTCHA URL:https://maritimewa.org/event/partner-field-trip-deception-pass-state-park/ LOCATION:Deception Pass State Park\, 41229 State Rte 20\, Oak Harbor\, WA\, 98277\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://maritimewa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Untitled-design.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250121T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250121T133000 DTSTAMP:20260425T030055 CREATED:20250104T013153Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250104T013153Z UID:3381-1737460800-1737466200@maritimewa.org SUMMARY:Maritime Washington 2024 Learning Circle Refection DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Zoom meeting reflecting on the 2024 Maritime Washington Learning Circle\, which focused on the interpretation of maritime heritage. Together\, we’ll revisit key lessons from our workshops and field trips\, share ideas for applying them to our own sites\, and discuss opportunities for future learning. Whether you attended one session or participated throughout the year\, we invite you to join this collaborative conversation! URL:https://maritimewa.org/event/maritime-washington-2024-learning-circle-refection/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://maritimewa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Lady-WA-MWNHA-2024-065-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241115T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241115T140000 DTSTAMP:20260425T030055 CREATED:20240807T051423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T051423Z UID:2625-1731664800-1731679200@maritimewa.org SUMMARY:Learning Circle Field Trip: Northwest Maritime Center DESCRIPTION:Join your fellow Maritime Washington Partners for the fourth and final field trip in our year-long learning circle for those who share the stories of our saltwater shores.\nHow do institutions develop permanent exhibits that interpret maritime heritage—past\, present\, and future? Explore the Northwest Maritime Center’s new exhibits\, covering maritime history\, Tribal heritage\, modern day industry\, and their own mission and activities. We’ll decamp for lunch to discuss how this type of interpretation applies to our own sites\, stories\, and programs. URL:https://maritimewa.org/event/learning-circle-field-trip-northwest-maritime-center/ LOCATION:Port Townsend ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://maritimewa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/NWMC-11-29_1-Main-Entrance.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241028T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241028T130000 DTSTAMP:20260425T030055 CREATED:20241004T165420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T165420Z UID:3220-1730116800-1730120400@maritimewa.org SUMMARY:Workshop: Advocating for Maritime Heritage DESCRIPTION:Join us for an insightful workshop designed to empower Maritime Washington partners to advocate for their maritime heritage work. You’ll learn why advocacy is crucial for preserving local resources and securing funding to support your organization’s mission. Gain confidence in engaging with legislators through practical examples and tips on building relationships and making strategic asks. Plus\, get a preview of the upcoming state legislative session\, along with strategies for navigating Washington’s current political climate around maritime issues. URL:https://maritimewa.org/event/workshop-advocating-for-maritime-heritage/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://maritimewa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Olympia-capitol-courtesy-of-State-of-Washington-Tourism-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240920T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240920T150000 DTSTAMP:20260425T030055 CREATED:20240807T050718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240808T214416Z UID:2621-1726828200-1726844400@maritimewa.org SUMMARY:Learning Circle Field Trip: Squaxin Island Tribal Museum + Mason County Historical Museum DESCRIPTION:Details coming soon! URL:https://maritimewa.org/event/learning-circle-field-trip-sept/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://maritimewa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/IMG_8850-scaled-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240917T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240917T190000 DTSTAMP:20260425T030055 CREATED:20240807T045935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240808T215422Z UID:2619-1726596000-1726599600@maritimewa.org SUMMARY:Local Governments Info Session DESCRIPTION:This info session—meant for elected officials and government employees—will provide an overview of the Maritime Washington National Heritage Area and discuss what the designation means for our state’s cities\, counties\, ports\, and other local government bodies. We encourage Maritime Washington partners to invite their local elected officials to this session to learn more about the importance of our water-based resources and how they can support the work of maritime heritage organizations. URL:https://maritimewa.org/event/local-governments-info-session/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://maritimewa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Bellingham-aerial-courtesy-of-State-of-Washington-Tourism-scaled-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240726T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240726T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T030055 CREATED:20240807T045657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T045657Z UID:2616-1721998800-1722013200@maritimewa.org SUMMARY:Learning Circle Field Trip: Lady Washington DESCRIPTION:Join your fellow Maritime Washington Partners for the second field trip in our year-long learning circle for those who share the stories of our saltwater shores.\nHow do active vessels interpret Washington’s maritime history and the art of sailing? Hop aboard the Lady Washington for a history sail\, followed by a group debrief over happy hour to discuss how this type of interpretation can apply to your own site. All field trips will be facilitated by Emily Jacobs\, former Certification and Training Program Manager for the National Association for Interpretation. Admission costs for the Lady Washington will be covered for all registered partners. URL:https://maritimewa.org/event/learning-circle-field-trip-lady-washington/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://maritimewa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Lady-Washington-at-Family-Day-on-the-Foss-Aug-27-2023-2-19-41-PM-scaled-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240717T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240717T133000 DTSTAMP:20260425T030055 CREATED:20240807T044928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T045322Z UID:2612-1721217600-1721223000@maritimewa.org SUMMARY:Partner Workshop: Responsible Tourism DESCRIPTION:How can your sites\, programs\, and partnerships help encourage more responsible visitation along Washington’s saltwater shores? Join the Maritime Washington Partner Network for a virtual workshop dedicated to fostering more sustainable visitation in our region\, with real-world examples of how organizations like yours are taking action. We’ll hear from four entities about their work to promote responsible tourism\, including: \n\nJaime Martin and Sarah Ballew\, Snoqualmie Indian Tribe\nAmy Nesler\, San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau\nMarie Shimada\, community organizer on Whidbey Island\nCaroline Villanova\, Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust and Washington’s Recreate Responsibly Coalition\n\nThis workshop is open to staff and volunteers from all Maritime Washington Partners. URL:https://maritimewa.org/event/partner-workshop-responsible-tourism/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://maritimewa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Olympic-Cape-Flattery-cr-Jesse-Collins.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR