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Living with Lakes
If you live on or near a lake, you are probably already aware of the unique joys and challenges of lakeside living. Whether you enjoy…
Clallam County
Clallam County WSU Extension: 360-417-2279 Clallam Conservation District: (360) 775-3747 Oil Spill Reporting Coast Guard; Best practice is to call both:
State:…
Native nation contacts
Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission: Main office: (360) 438-1180 The following contact information is for member of the Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission. For information on…
Skagit County
Skagit County WSU Extension: (360) 428-4270 Skagit Conservation District: (360) 428-4313 Skagit County Environmental Public Health Septic systems (on-site sewage): 360-336-9474 Drinking…
General Resources
WSU Washington’s Water: WSU publications, programs, training, research, and information. WSU Drought Alert Website: Up to date information about Washington’s drought. Oil Spill Reporting …
Discovering how waste affects human, shellfish and marine life
Shellfish, such as oysters, mussels, and clams are filter feeders that subsist by eating tiny particles floating in the water. Bacteria found in the feces…
Shoreline Permit Process
The Shoreline Management Act (SMA) was adopted by voters in 1972 and covers more than 20,000 miles of Washington State saltwater, river, and lake shorelines.…
Working with Your Contractor & Planning Department
Check with your city or county building department whenever you are planning any clearing or development near the shoreline, to see what their requirements are…
Growing Your Own Shellfish
Hundreds of shoreline landowners around Puget Sound grow their own clams, oysters, and geoducks on their beaches, or mussels from their docks. Seed and equipment…
Harvesting Fish & Shellfish – Protecting your beach from contamination:
Waste from humans, pets, livestock, and wildlife can make its way into the water and contaminate it with harmful bacteria and other pathogens. Shellfish such…