Community Event
Oregon Youth Ocean Summit
University of Oregon 1585 E 13th Ave, Eugene, OregonWhether it’s the wonder of watching migrating whales or seeing newly hatched seabirds take their first-flight, life in Oregon’s oceans inspires and motivates us to protect our planet. We love our oceans and want to see decision makers take steps to protect them. With Oregon’s coastal waters heating up rapidly and plastic waste increasing exponentially, […]
Oregon Sea Otter History Lecture
OSU Extension, Lincoln County Office 1221 SE Bay Blvd, Newport, OR, United StatesJoin Elakha Alliance Board Member and historian, Cameron La Follette, as she presents to the Yaquina Birders and Naturalists group on Monday November 18th at 6:30pm. Location: OSU Extension Office, Lincoln County Office 1211 SE Bay Blvd Newport, OR
OSU State of the Coast Conference
Seaside Civic and Convention Center 415 First Avenue, Seaside, OR, United StatesState of the Coast is a chance to have fun and learn while listening to informative talks on current marine science and policy issues, participate in hands-on activities, and network with research, industry, and community leaders. This is Oregon’s coastal conference for everyone! The State of the Coast Conference is brought to you by Oregon Sea […]
Where Have All the Sea Otters Gone?
Pine Grove Community House 225 Laneda Ave, Manzanita, OR, United StatesOregon once had a flourishing population of sea otters. Since about 1910, we have had none. What happened? An overview of the history of the fur trade and local hunting in Oregon, tracing the disappearance of our sea otters, how it happened, and who some of the major players were. Where: Pine Grove Community House […]
Drink Sáke – Save The Sea Otters Fundraiser
SakéOne 820 Elm St, Forest Grove, OR, United StatesElakha Alliance and SákeOne have teamed up to support returning sea otters back to Oregon! Did you know that sea otters are native to Japan (the birthplace of sáke)? The species was absent from Japan for over a century before transient individuals began turning up in the late 1900s (Hattori et al., 2005) and a […]
Cape Perpetua Land-Sea Symposium
Yachats Commons 441 Hwy 101 N, Yachats, Oregon, United StatesAttend the Cape Perpetua Collaborative's annual Land-Sea Symposium, the capstone event of their organization's calendar. This dynamic gathering brings together partner organizations, artists, scientists, decision-makers, and community members to explore pressing issues facing our coastal environment. Through engaging presentations and vibrant discussions, attendees have the opportunity to delve into topics ranging from marine conservation to […]
The Care and Conservation of Sea Otters: Heroes of Our Nearshore Ecosystems
Pacific Maritime Heritage Center 333 SE Bay Blvd., Newport, OR, United StatesJoin MidCoast Watersheds Council for an inside look at the care and conservation of sea otters, with speaker Brittany Blades. Sea otters, often described as charismatic marine mammals, are more than just a cute face. Attend this free talk to discover why they are the heroes of our nearshore ecosystems! The plight of the sea […]
Oakshire Inspires Fundraiser for Elakha Alliance
Oakshire Beer Hall 5013 NE 42nd Ave, Portland, Oregon, United StatesJoin us on Tuesday, February 11th, at Oakshire Beer Hall in Portland (5013 NE 42nd Avenue) for an Oakshire Inspires Fundraiser supporting Elakha Alliance. Indulge in fantastic craft beers, mingle with like-minded individuals, and contribute directly to the conservation efforts of Elakha Alliance. Stop by our table at the event to learn more about our […]
Science on Tap: Sea Otter Trivia Night!
Pelican Brewing Company - Pacific City 33180 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City, OR, United StatesThe Nestucca, Neskowin & Sand Lake Watersheds Council partnered with Chanel Hason from the Elakha Alliance and Pelican Brewing Company to host Sea Otter Trivia Night on Wednesday February 19th, at Pelican Brewery in Pacific City at 6pm! This will be an exciting night, filled with delicious food and drink for purchase and a lot […]
Restoring Oregon’s Coastal Balance: Bringing Sea Otters Back (Lincoln City, OR)
Lincoln City Cultural Center 540 NE Hwy 101, Lincoln City, OR, United StatesThe OCCC Foundation is pleased to announce the return of the Williams Lecture Series. Briefly interrupted by the Pandemic, the annual series has brought thought-provoking speakers to Lincoln County for three decades. Join Chanel Hason, Director of Outreach and Community Relations for the Elakha Alliance, for an engaging presentation about the organization's efforts to restore […]
Saltwater Sportsmen’s Show
Venue Jackman-Long, Cascade Hall 2330 17th St NE, Salem, Oregon, United StatesCome visit the Elakha Alliance table at the 2025 Sportsmen Show at the Oregon State Fairgrounds (Salem, OR) on Saturday February 22nd. he Saltwater Sportsmen’s Show is the Northwest’s only saltwater fishing show. This two-day event features a variety of seminars focused on boating safety, offshore navigation, tuna, salmon and bottom fishing and a panel discussion. […]
SWOCC Biology Lecture: Sea Otters in Oregon: Road to Return
Southwestern Oregon Community College 1988 Newmark Ave., Coos Bay, OR, United StatesSouthwestern Oregon Community College invites the community to join us on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at 6:00 pm, for “Sea Otters in Oregon: Road to Return” with Kyle Motley, Coastal Community Coordinator, Elakha Alliance. This is a free event; all ages are welcome. Coos County residents can join us in-person in the Umpqua Hall lecture room […]
