To celebrate our WAESN community, we invite our members to join us on June 13th (8:45 AM orientation, 9:00 AM walk) for a morning of fresh air and coastal discovery at Golden Gardens Park in Seattle!

We are thrilled to be guided by Alma Ramiro Alonzo, a local artist, educator, and 20+ year PNW resident with a lifelong passion for nature journaling and coastal foraging.

Come and explore the intertidal zone, the area of the beach that plays “peek-a-boo” during the changes in the tides. The intertidal zone is a vital marine ecosystem populated by many fascinating organisms like sea stars, clams, crabs, sea cucumbers, the electric Thick-horned nudibranch, comical sea lemon, and awe-inspiring moon snail.

Our exploration will begin at the nearshore, with a brief orientation covering beach etiquette, safety, and, in broad terms, the beach’s ecological significance and cultural history.  The first hour is a guided exploration where we will take our time to discover, ponder, identify, and appreciate some nerdy facts about the organisms that interest us.  The second hour is an invitation to explore freely, while your guide remains available if you have questions.

Throughout, we will practice exploring with kindness, empathy, and wonder.

Check out her Instagram for more information: @alma_ramiro_alonzo_art

Space is limited, so please register today to save your spot and let us celebrate the amazing community you help build!

Where: 

Golden Gardens Park (near the bathhouse)

8498 Seaview Pl NW

Seattle, WA 98117

When:

June 13, 2026

Check-in time and orientation at 8:45am sharp or we miss the tide pools!

What:

Check the weather and dress appropriately with nonslip shoes. We will also send updates closer to the event.

Bring your camera, your watercolors, your chalk and pencils, whatever you need or want to record nature’s lessons.

Cost:

K–12 students (ages 0-18) & Sustaining Members (monthly donors to WAESN) are free!

College & University students register for $15.

General registration is $25.