One of the biggest threats facing our Southern Resident orcas is toxic pollution. Living in Puget Sound, next to major metropolitan areas, orcas are exposed to pollution and contaminants from our cities and communities. They are considered to be one of the most polluted marine mammals in the world, and all of the toxics building up in their bodies cause a host of health problems.

Join us for Our Toxic Orcas as we explore the impacts toxics have on orcas, where these toxics are coming from, and how you can be part of the solution.

5:30 pm - Doors open with pre-program mingling, kid-friendly
6:00-7:00 pm - Program, kid-friendly
7:00-8:00 pm - Reception at Blue Water Distilling, 21+

SPEAKERS: 
Dr. Debrah Giles, University of Washington's Friday Harbor Labs
Students from ORCA Research College Academy
Nancy Uding, Toxic Free Future
Apryl Hynes, City of Everett
And community members working to keep toxics out of orcas.