Category: Green Boating
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Restoring Eelgrass to Protect Herring and Salmon
Follow along as Friends of the San Juans improves conditions for eelgrass! Eelgrass meadows are a cornerstone of the San Juan Islands’ marine ecosystem. But in many local herring spawning areas, eelgrass meadows have declined along with the herring populations that depend on it. Since Chinook salmon rely on herring as a critical food source,…
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Green Boating and Inslee at Kirkland Cannery Event
Friends of the San Juans hosted a Green Boating event at the historic Kirkland Cannery, featuring former Governor Jay Inslee and his wife Trudi in an inspiring afternoon focused on protecting underwater ecosystems like kelp and eelgrass. The gathering brought together partners, funders, and community members to celebrate eco‑friendly boating practices and highlight the importance…
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New Boating Rules Now in Effect Protecting Southern Resident Killer Whales
New boating rules are now in effect to protect endangered Southern Resident killer whales in Washington waters. Effective January 1, 2025, boaters must stay at least 1,000 yards away from Southern Residents, slow or stop within 400 yards, and reduce vessel noise to lessen disturbance. Friends of the San Juans helped champion these protections to reduce stress and improve…
