Large Dungeness crab molt sitting on a seaweed holdfast being held up by a hand. The rocky beach of Fort Casey State Park and Whidbey Island's bluffs in the background.

Discovering the Tidal Zone

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Space is limited! Please register by emailing us.

Come explore the low tide with a ranger and a naturalist from Sound Water Stewards.

Anemones, sea gooseberries, and crabs, oh my!

Have you ever wondered what that weird looking thing you found on the beach at low tide actually is? Join a ranger and Sound Water Stewards’ naturalist to discover the wonders of the tidal zone at Joseph Whidbey State Park.

What to bring

Sturdy close-toed shoes, a water bottle, and reef-safe sunscreen are recommended.

Directions

48.31116486, -122.7106476

We'll meet at the kiosk of the main parking lot.

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