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😍 What’s your favorite tide pool to explore on the #OregonCoast? The diversity of the intertidal zone offers an array of wildlife to discover! Remember to always be respectful of your surroundings. #Oregon #Ocean #Tidepool #Coast #PNW #OptOutside #Animals

🌍🦦 Don’t Miss the 2024 Elakha Alliance Science Symposium! 🦦🌍 Join us on Monday, October 21st, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM PDT for an inspiring day of scientific presentations and discussions on species reintroduction, celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Endangered Species Act. Learn from experts about successful reintroduction efforts, including sea otters, wolves, abalone, and more, while gaining insight into the challenges and innovations in conservation. 🎤 Featured Sessions: 🐳 Marine mammal recovery with Joe Roman 🐌 Washington’s pinto abalone restoration with Katie Sowul 🦦 How sea otters reduce coastal erosion with Dr. M. Tim Tinker ...And more! 📅 Date: October 21st 💻 Location: Virtual Event - Zoom 💸 Cost: $10 Registration Fee/Donation: https://lnkd.in/g6R89ayg (Email info@ElakhaAlliance.org for student sponsorship opportunities.) 🌱 Register today to be part of this important conversation and help us continue our mission to protect Oregon’s coastal ecosystems! #endangeredspecies #endangeredspeciesact #animals #science #elakhaalliance #seaotters #greywolves #whales #grizzlybears #pintoabalone #abalone

🌿 Indigenous Peoples' Day 🌿 Today, and every day, we honor and celebrate the rich histories, cultures, and contributions of Indigenous peoples. This land, these waters, and the creatures who call them home have been cared for by Native peoples for millennia. Their knowledge and stewardship are essential to the future of our shared environment. In this photo, Peter Hatch stands proudly in front of a powerful reminder: "You Are On Native Land." Peter, a member of the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians and a valued member of our Elakha Alliance board, reminds us of the deep connection between Indigenous peoples and the ecosystems we strive to protect and restore. As we work to bring sea otters back to Oregon's coast, we recognize that true conservation includes honoring Indigenous sovereignty, wisdom, and collaboration. We are grateful to work alongside Indigenous communities in these efforts. Let us continue to learn from and uplift Indigenous voices as we protect the biodiversity of this remarkable place. #IndigenousPeoplesDay #ElakhaAlliance #SeaOtterRestoration #NativeLand #HonorNativeStewardship

🌊✨ New Elakha Alliance Merch Alert! ✨🌊  We are thrilled to announce our latest collaboration with the talented Marina Alcoser Illustration! 🎨🦦 Dive into a magical world with our whimsical kelp forest scene featuring playful sea otters and enchanting mermaids ($20) 🧜♀️🌿. PLUS, don't miss our exclusive Otterly Vital to Coastal Ecosystems wooden pin and sticker combo set ($15) 🌊💙, showcasing the importance of sea otters in maintaining healthy oceans. Support sea otter restoration in Oregon with these gorgeous new items—your purchase makes a difference! Shop now and bring a piece of the ocean home - https://lnkd.in/gCFMEUCE . 🌟 #seaotters #seaotter #otters #nonprofit #mermaids #kelp #kelpforest #oregon #oregoncoast #elakhaalliance #pnw

🌊 A Historic Moment for Marine Conservation! 🌊 We are thrilled to celebrate the official designation of the Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary, now the 3rd largest National Marine Sanctuary in the U.S.! 🎉 This landmark decision by the Biden-Harris Administration and NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration honors the rich cultural heritage of the Chumash people while protecting 5,600 square miles of vital marine ecosystems off the California coast. 🐋🐬🦭 This sanctuary will safeguard marine life, promote biodiversity, and ensure a sustainable future for generations to come. Huge congratulations to the Chumash community and all the advocates who made this vision a reality! Let's continue working together to preserve our ocean's treasures. #BreakingNews #California #Chumash #NationalMarineSanctuary #Ocean #OceanConservation (Photo: NOAA)

What a great visual representation of these vital keystone species 🩵

🦦 Join Tribal researcher Peter Hatch (Siletz) of the Elakha Alliance and archaeologist Hannah Wellman as they discuss their work to surface the archaeology and ethnohistory of Oregon’s lost sea otters, a cultural keystone species missing from Oregon’s shoreline for 110 years. Hannah Wellman will provide an overview of our understanding of sea otters in the Oregon archaeological record to date, and Peter Hatch will discuss the many ways that the many strands of Indigenous traditional knowledge of sea otters that outlived the animals' extinction can inform their potential future in Oregon. The presentation will take place in Eugene at the Museum of Natural and Cultural History (MNCH) on the University of Oregon campus at 6pm. The presentation is included with your regular admission to the museum; or it's free for MNCH members and UO ID card holders. Show your Oregon Trail or other EBT card for an admission discount. #seaotters #otters #eugene #pnw #universityoforegon #seaotter #archaeology #history #oregon

Happy World Octopus Day 🐙! Did you know that octopuses play a unique role in the diets of some of the ocean’s most furry predators? While we often think of sea otters munching on sea urchins or crabs, they’re also known to snack on octopuses from time to time! 🦦 Sea otters are clever foragers, using their agile paws and even tools like rocks to catch and crack open their prey. Octopuses, being highly intelligent and crafty themselves, aren’t easy to catch—but sea otters’ determination pays off! This occasional meal is a great source of nutrients for otters, contributing to their health and the balance of marine ecosystems. Both sea otters and octopuses are key species in their respective habitats, helping maintain the delicate balance of marine life. By eating creatures like octopuses, otters help control populations, promoting biodiversity in coastal ecosystems. 📸: @a_guy_named_eric | #seaotters #seaotter #otters #octopus #octopuses #marinemammals #worldoctopusday #oregon #pnw

🥂 Toast to the Coast: Sea Otter Special! Exclusive discount for Elakha Alliance followers! We’re excited to sponsor and offer a limited number of discounted tickets to Oregon Shores Conservation Coalition Toast to the Coast Willamette River Cruise, available only to Elakha Alliance followers! Join us in Portland on October 19 for an unforgettable evening of food, an open bar, and a silent auction, all while supporting Oregon’s coastal conservation efforts. 🌊 🎟️ Don’t miss out on this special opportunity—secure your discounted tickets now before they’re gone! Snag yours here: https://lnkd.in/gyfy5USR #Portland #nonprofit #ocean #oregoncoast #oregon #oceanconservation #conservation #oregonshores #elakhaalliance #sponsor

Whew, it's time to unwind now that #SeaOtterAwarenessWeek has come to a close! 🫶 A big thank you to everyone who joined us for the events, both in-person and online. We hope you gained some valuable insights into the vital role sea otters play in marine ecosystems and why their return to Oregon is so important! 📸: Gretchen Kay Stuart | #TogetherWeThrive #SOAW2024 #Oregon #Oregoncoast #PNW #seaotters #seaotter #otters #kelpforest #kelp #ElakhaAlliance