Friends of the San Juans protects the land, water and sea for those of us here today and for future generations. Learn about Friends.| Friends of the San Juans
Are you looking for a meaningful, flexible way to support local environmental action this summer? Friends of the San Juans is seeking a Communications & Outreach Volunteer to join our team for a two-hour weekly shift, either in our Friday Harbor office or remotely. To help grow our community presence and impact, you’ll work directly ... read more| Friends of the San Juans
The European Green Crab is one of the most damaging marine invaders in the Pacific Northwest, and it’s knocking at the door of our island ecosystems. Once established, these aggressive predators threaten eelgrass beds, disrupt food webs, and damage critical habitat for salmon, Dungeness crab, and countless other species. We have a narrow window to ... read more| Friends of the San Juans
This summer and fall, Friends of the San Juans is leading a series of shoreline restoration projects across the islands, from Shaw Island to Eastsound on Orcas. These efforts do more than meet the eye—they help revive the ecological function of our shorelines and strengthen the health of our island communities. Thriving and balanced shoreline ... read more| Friends of the San Juans
Speak up by July 31st! Help shape Washington’s oil spill response planning requirements and improve protections for Salish Sea wildlife, waters, and communities. Issue Overview Oil tanker traffic through the Salish Sea has surged since the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion was completed in May 2024. Washington State’s oil spill contingency plans need to be updated, ... read more| Friends of the San Juans
Position Summary Friends of the San Juans (Friends), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to protecting the San Juan Islands and the surrounding Salish Sea, seeks a collaborative and dynamic staff member to lead Salish Sea strategy and engagement efforts that advance marine protection and policy objectives. Under the leadership of Friends’ Marine Protection and Policy Director, ... read more| Friends of the San Juans
Friends of the San Juans Unanimously Endorses Renewal of Our Land Bank for Clean Water, Healthy Forests, and a Better Quality of Life for All Friends of the San Juans’ Board of Directors is proud to officially and unanimously endorse the renewal of the 1.5% Real Estate Excise Tax (REET) paid by home buyers, which ... read more| Friends of the San Juans
Did you know the chemicals used to clean up oil spills can be just as harmful as the oil spills themselves? Take action today to ban the use of discontinued dispersants! The Current Threat Stockpiles of discontinued chemical dispersants that have known health risks are still approved for use during oil spills in Washington waters. ... read more| Friends of the San Juans
