Biotoxins Affecting Shellfish in Jefferson County

Posted by FredaWatson

Wednesday, July 5th @ 5:00PM
Program: Biotoxins Affecting Shellfish in Jefferson County

Location: Fort Flagler State Park Hospital
Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/637821951627

Join us to learn about the biotoxins that affect our Bivalve molluscan shellfish such as clams, mussels, oysters, geoduck, and scallops. We’ll discuss the what, why, where and how on biotoxins. We’ll also review what we as local residents can do to reduce biotoxins.

Presenter: Michael Dawson is the Water Quality Manager with the Department of Jefferson County Public Health. His principal responsibility is to protect surface water in eastern Jefferson County, Washington, from non-point source pollution. My goal is to keep shellfish beds open for harvest and ensure that outdoor water recreation is safe. Mr. Dawson also assists the state with monitoring marine harmful algae blooms along 200 miles of shoreline.

Friends of Fort Flagler is a non-profit organization dedicated to the restoring, preserving, and protecting the natural and historic resources of Fort Flagler State Park. Please support our state park by becoming a member, volunteering, or donating to our organization. To learn more, visit https://friendsoffortflagler.org/.

Event Date
Wednesday, July 5, 2023
Event time
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Cost / donation
free
Contact
Freda Watson,
fredaw56@hotmail.com
, 918-289-8795