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Molt Search Training: Mill Creek

Learn how to keep an eye out for invasive European green crabs and collect data on Dungeness crabs through Molt Search, run by Washington Sea Grant's Crab Team & WSU Extension.  In this workshop you’ll learn how to: •    Identify common crabs of Washington by looking at their molts (their shed shells), •    Survey for invasive European Green crabs, •    Gather data on Dungeness crabs, and •    Submit your findings via the free MyCoast app. Register (drop-ins welcome): https://forms.gle/T6FoK7Jc3AHR6VYa9 When: Thursday June 4th, 10:00am to 11:30pm  Where: Willis Tucker Park - Gary Weikel Room What: Free, hands-on training and practice of Molt Search protocols, crab ID, and green crab basics Please dress for the weather, wear good walking shoes, and bring a bag or other container to collect molts in. Learn more at wsg.washington.edu/moltsearch Email: jonathan.w.robinson@wsu.edu. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: jonathan.w.robinson@wsu.edu. Event Types: Workshops. Special Events. Lectures/Seminars. Information Sessions. Thursday, June 11, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM. Willis Tucker Park. For more info visit forms.gle.

Molt Search Training: Vashon

This event is hosted by WSG Molt Search program partner Vashon Nature Center. More info and registration link: https://vashonnaturecenter.org/events/green-crab-molt-survey/ Join VNC for a Green Crab Molt training workshop and learn more about the invasive european green crab(EGC)! Participants will gather at KVI to learn identification techniques, and how to document/report any found EGC’s to WSU in order to monitor and prevent their spread.  The European green crab is considered one of the world’s worst invasive species according to WDFW.  Native to the has made its way over to the west coast and up our northern shorelines and into the Salish Sea. This workshop is focused on helping the community identify and document their spread. As of now, the European green crab has not been documented in the southern sound, but we want to make sure that our community is keeping an eye out while preventing their spread by notifying WSU, allowing us to take action against this prolific species. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: santiago@vashonnaturecenter.org. Event Types: Information Sessions. Lectures/Seminars. Special Events. Workshops. Saturday, June 13, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. KVI Beach. For more info visit vashonnaturecenter.org.

Molt Search Training: Lacey

This training is hosted by WSG Molt Search program partner, Puget Sound Estuarium. Learn how to keep an eye out for invasive European green crabs by participating in a community science project called Molt Search, hosted by the Puget Sound Estuarium in collaboration with Washington Sea Grant's Crab Team, WSU Extension, Nisqually Reach Nature Center, and Tolmie State Park. At this Molt Search training event you'll learn:About this invasive crab and what's being done about it. How to identify native crab species and European green crabs.  How to do a Molt Search and submit your findings through MyCoast.  When: Tuesday, June 16th from 5:00pm-7:00pm Where: Nisqually Reach Nature Center (4949 D Milluhr Rd NE, Olympia, WA 98516) What: Free, hands-on training and practice of Molt Search protocols, crab ID, and green crab basics Please dress for the weather, wear good walking shoes, and bring a bag or other container to collect molts in. Learn more at https://wsg.washington.edu/crabteam/moltsearch/, Thurston… Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: clarissa@pugetsoundestuarium.org. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Information Sessions. Workshops. Special Events. Tuesday, June 16, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Nisqually Reach Nature Center. For more info visit forms.gle.

Molt Search Training: Belfair

This training is hosted by WSG Molt Search program partner Hood Canal Salmon Enhancement Group European Green Crab Molt Survey Training – Citizen Science Opportunity! Join the Hood Canal Salmon Enhancement Group for a hands-on citizen science training focused on invasive European green crab monitoring in Hood Canal and all of Puget Sound! European green crabs are one of the world’s most invasive marine species and pose a serious threat to Washington’s shellfish beds, eelgrass habitat, and native ecosystems. Through this training, community members will learn how to identify European green crab molts and assist with shoreline monitoring efforts that support early detection and protection of local marine habitats. Event Details, Date: June 17, 2026 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Location: Salmon Center Following the classroom session, participants are invited to attend an optional field trip to Belfair State Park to practice conducting European green crab molt surveys in the field. What You’ll LearnHow to… Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: clayton@pnwsalmoncenter.org. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Information Sessions. Workshops. Wednesday, June 17, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. The Salmon Center.

Molt Search Drop-in: Port Townsend

This event is hosted by WSG Molt Search partner, Port Townsend Marine Science Center. The emerging invasion by European green crab (Carcinus maenas) threatens shellfish and juvenile Dungeness crab, eelgrass beds which provide critical habitat for juvenile salmon, the food supply for shorebirds, and the overall health of Washington’s marine waters.  Washington State University Extension and Washington Sea Grant have teamed up to launch a growing volunteer-based early detection program called Molt Search. Trained community members contribute to early detection of invasive European green crab while also tracking native Dungeness crab across Washington’s shorelines. Join our MoltBlitz! When: Saturday, June 20, 10 am – 12 PM (drop-by anytime) Meet at the PTMSC Exhibit 502 Harbor Defense Way No RSVP needed. To participate: Attend a training in advance. For a list of all upcoming trainings around the Salish Sea go to wsg.washington.edu/crabteam/moltsearch/, Download the MyCoast app and make an account. The… Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: hsanders@ptmsc.org. Event Types: Information Sessions. Lectures/Seminars. Meetings. Special Events. Workshops. Saturday, June 20, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Fort Worden State Park. For more info visit ptmsc.org.

Molt Search Training: Des Moines

This training is hosted by WSG Molt Search program partner Friends of Saltwater State Park Join the Friends of Saltwater State Park for this free, hands-on citizen science training focused on monitoring the spread of invasive European green crabs in Puget Sound! European green crabs are one of the world’s most invasive marine species and pose a serious threat to Washington’s eelgrass habitat and native animals, including salmon and Dungeness crab. This training is open to anyone interested in marine conservation who wants to learn how to identify European green crab molts and help assist with shoreline monitoring efforts - no experience is necessary!  We will spend about an hour in the classroom, and the rest of the time we will practice conducting molt surveys on the beach. These Molt Searches are vital to supporting early detection and protection of the local marine environment, and they rely on community members like you. Please dress appropriately for outdoor beach conditions and weather. More details… Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: outreach@friendssaltwater.org. Event Types: Information Sessions. Lectures/Seminars. Workshops. Saturday, June 20, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Saltwater State Park.

Molt Search Training: Tacoma

This event is hosted by WSG Molt Search program partner Harbor Wildwatch. More details and to register (drop-ins welcome) here. Pierce County Green Crab Molt Search Training & Pierce County Molt Search Practice Event with Harbor WildWatch Harbor WildWatch invites the public to assist in WSU Extension and Washington Sea Grant’s “Molt Search” program, a participatory science initiative to combat the growing concerns about the invasive European green crab. The European green crab is considered to be one of the world’s worst invasive species and it threatens the overall health of Washington’s marine waters. Only a small fraction of the suitable nearshore habitat for this animal can be monitored by Washington Sea Grant’s Crab Team and the WDFW-led coalition of tribal co-managers and partners. The Molt Search program enables the public to help protect local marine waters by monitoring shorelines throughout the Salish Sea. Interested community members are invited to learn how to conduct a timed survey for crab… Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: stena@harborwildwatch.org. Event Types: Information Sessions. Lectures/Seminars. Workshops. Tuesday, June 23, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Jack Hyde Park. For more info visit harborwildwatch.org.

Molt Search Virtual Training

This online Molt Search training will leave you ready to participate in monitoring for invasive European green crabs and native Dungeness crabs on your local shorelines. You’ll learn how to identify crab molts, conduct a timed beach search, and understand the threat that invasive European green crabs bring to Washington shorelines. Register to receive the Zoom link: https://wsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/gLc-h5cFQVW51VeHvncoUQ This event is in preparation for the Salish Sea Wide Molt Blitz occurring across the region on Friday 6/26. Stop by any local shoreline on June 26th to complete a Molt Search independently, contributing to Washington’s largest single-day dataset on molt distribution across the Salish Sea. Or come to one of the many locations staffed by trainers to get your questions answered and guide you in your first Molt Search on the beach. For questions, email crabteam@uw.edu. Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://wsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/gLc-h5cFQVW51VeHvncoUQ. Accessibility Contact: jonathan.w.robinson@wsu.edu. Event Types: Workshops. Special Events. Lectures/Seminars. Meetings. Information Sessions. Wednesday, June 24, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM. Zoom.

Salish Sea-wide Molt Blitz!

Friday June 26 - any shore - any time - the most Molt Searches possible! What’s a Molt Blitz? The goal is to create the largest single-day dataset on molts across inland Washington. Can we find new areas of green crabspread? What patterns can we uncover in where juvenile Dungeness crabs are living and growing? To contribute to this effort, Molt Search on as many local shorelines as you’re able to reach on June 26th. Remember to crush your collection after submitting it to avoid any doublecounts by Searchers coming behind you. Already trained? Stop by any local shoreline on June 26th to complete a Molt Search independently, contributing to Washington’s largest single-day dataset on molt distribution across the Salish Sea. Or you’re welcome at any of the locations below to get your questions answered by trainers and meet fellow Molt Searchers. Need to get trained or want to participate with others? Trainings are offered throughout the month of June, including a Virtual Training on Zoom (Weds. 6/24,… Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: watkinsl@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Information Sessions. Workshops. Friday, June 26, 2026. Your local shoreline and hosted sites across the region.

Molt Blitz: Saltwater State Park training

This training event is hosted by WSG Molt Search Program Partner Friends of Saltwater State Park. Join the Friends of Saltwater State Park for the annual Green Crab Molt Blitz at Saltwater State Park! The Green Crab Molt Blitz is a Salish Sea-wide event organized by Washington Sea Grant. It is a free, hands-on citizen science training focused on monitoring the spread of invasive European green crabs in Puget Sound. European green crabs are one of the world’s most invasive marine species and pose a serious threat to Washington’s eelgrass habitat and native animals, including salmon and Dungeness crab. This training is open to anyone interested in marine conservation who wants to learn how to identify European green crab molts and help assist with shoreline monitoring efforts - no experience is necessary!  We will spend about an hour in the classroom, and the rest of the time we will practice conducting molt surveys on the beach. These molt searches are vital to supporting early detection and protection of… Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: outreach@friendssaltwater.org. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Information Sessions. Special Events. Workshops. Friday, June 26, 2026, 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM. Salt Water State Park.

Molt Blitz: Tolmie State Park training

This training and practice is provided by WSG Molt Search program partner, Puget Sound Estuarium. Learn how to keep an eye out for invasive European green crabs by participating in a community science project called Molt Search, hosted by the Puget Sound Estuarium in collaboration with Washington Sea Grant's Crab Team, WSU Extension, Nisqually Reach Nature Center, and Tolmie State Park. At this Molt Search training event you'll learn:About this invasive crab and what's being done about it. How to identify native crab species and European green crabs.  How to do a Molt Search and submit your findings through MyCoast.  When: Friday, June 26th from 9:00am-11:00am Where: Tolmie State Park (7730 61st Ave NE, Olympia, WA 98506) Lower Shelter What: Free, hands-on training and practice of Molt Search protocols, crab ID, and green crab basics Please dress for the weather, wear good walking shoes, and bring a bag or other container to collect molts in. Learn more at https://wsg.washington.edu/crabteam/moltsearch/, … Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: clarissa@pugetsoundestuarium.org. Event Types: Information Sessions. Lectures/Seminars. Meetings. Special Events. Workshops. Friday, June 26, 2026, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Tolmie State Park. For more info visit forms.gle.

Molt Blitz: Belfair State Park activiation

This event is hosted by WSG Molt Search Partner Hood Canal Salmon Enhancement group. Drop by Belfair State Park anytime between 9:30-noon to find Hood Canal Salmon Enhancement group staff ready to answer your crabbiest questions and support you through the Molt Search protocols. Consider attending a training in advance to prepare for the Molt Blitz (the annual effort to great the largest single-day snapshop of molts across the region): June 17 noon-1pm at the Salmon Center or June 24th on Zoom (registration link here) or others across the region. Questions? Contact clayton@pnwsalmoncenter.org. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: clayton@pnwsalmoncenter.org. Event Types: Meetings. Special Events. Workshops. Friday, June 26, 2026, 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Belfair State Park.

Molt Blitz: Twanoh State Park activiation

This event is hosted by WSG Molt Search Partner Hood Canal Salmon Enhancement group. Drop by Twanoh State Park anytime between 9:30-noon to find Hood Canal Salmon Enhancement group staff ready to answer your crabbiest questions and support you through the Molt Search protocols. Consider attending a training in advance to prepare for the Molt Blitz (the annual effort to great the largest single-day snapshop of molts across the region): June 17 noon-1pm at the Salmon Center or June 24th on Zoom (registration link here) or others across the region. Questions? Contact clayton@pnwsalmoncenter.org. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: clayton@pnwsalmoncenter.org. Event Types: Information Sessions. Workshops. Special Events. Friday, June 26, 2026, 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Twanoh Park Picnic area.

Molt Blitz: Seahurst Park activation

This event is hosted by WSG Molt Search program partner, Environmental Science Center. Time & Location, Jun 26, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, Seahurst Park, 1600 SW Seahurst Park Rd, Burien, WA 98166, USA About the event Join ESC for the annual Green Crab Molt Blitz at Seahurst Park! The Green Crab Molt Blitz is a Salish Sea wide event organized by Washington Sea Grant. ESC will be there to provide training and green crab molt search protocol – so no experience necessary! But we encourage you to attend a training beforehand (like the virtual training hosted 12-1:30 on Wednesday 6/24). Invasive Green Crabs pose a threat to our native crab populations, soft shell clams, and eelgrass beds – which is essential habitat for our salmon! Green Crabs have been spotted as south as Whidbey Island, and this will be the first large-scale monitoring effort at this location to collect baseline data. By collecting this essential monitoring data, you are helping prevent the spread of Green Crabs in Salish Sea! This event is… Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: robin@environmentalsciencecenter.org. Event Types: Information Sessions. Lectures/Seminars. Special Events. Workshops. Friday, June 26, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Environmental Science Center. For more info visit www.envsciencecenter.org.

Molt Blitz: Semiahmoo Park training

This event is hosted by WSG Molt Search program partner, WSU Extension. New to Molt Search? Learn protocols, invasive and native crab ID and the basics of European green crabs in Washington with WSU Extension Whatcom County trainer. This training will involve a blend of hands-on practice and exploration with molts at tables and on the shore, as well as seated presentation. Bring: layers and shoes suitable for exploration outdoors on uneven sandy terrain + a camera (or phone) + a container for collecting molts (tupperware, baggie, box, pockets, etc) Let us know you're coming: https://allevents.in/blaine/2026-molt-blitz-tickets/80001055718441 Questions? Contact clniles@wsu.edu. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: clniles@wsu.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Lectures/Seminars. Special Events. Workshops. Friday, June 26, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Semiahmoo Park. For more info visit go.allevents.in.

Molt Blitz: Coupeville activation

This event is hosted by WSG Molt Search program partner, Central Whidbey State Parks. More info (drop ins welcome, no registration required!): https://signup.com/go/MzfkAAv During the Blitz, Molt Searchers are encouraged to help us build the largest single day data-set for the year by searching anywhere that they have safe and legal access Online training, Wed. June 24, 12 pm -1:30 pm Details here: https://wsgcrabteam.uw.edu/programs/molt-search/, Beach search with Ranger, Fri. June 2611 am - 12 pm, Adress: 1390 SR20 Coupeville, Washington 98239, Please meet at the Coupeville Keystone Jetty Boat Launch, Location: 1390 SR20 Coupeville, Washington 98239  Dress for the weather in layers as it can be windy, sunny, and breezy. Wear closed toe shoes from walking over loose and slippery rocks and or driftwood.  Bring walking sticks for extra stability.  Questions? Contact Tabitha.jacobsmangiafico@parks.wa.gov. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: Tabitha.jacobsmangiafico@parks.wa.gov. Event Types: Information Sessions. Lectures/Seminars. Workshops. Special Events. Friday, June 26, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Fort Casey Beach. For more info visit signup.com.

Molt Blitz: Vashon training/activation

This event is hosted by WSG Molt Search partner Vashon Nature Center. (Event page here) Partake in a Salish Sea-wide effort to monitor crabs on Friday, June 26th for a Molt Blitz! Experienced/previously trained volunteers are welcome to do as many surveys on any shorelines across the puget sound as they are able. Want to join in and can’t make our June 13th (11-1pm) Crab Molt Survey Training? Join our Education Coordinator, Santiago Ramos Torrescano, at KVI on that same time Friday from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm to learn how to identify European green crabs and to report findings. Participants will have plenty of time after the training to help in the molt blitz. Besides this training, no previous experience is required. Thanks to Washington State University Extension and Washington Sea Grant for making this training possible. Questions? Contact santiago@vashonnaturecenter.org. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: santiago@vashonnaturecenter.org. Event Types: Information Sessions. Lectures/Seminars. Workshops. Meetings. Special Events. Friday, June 26, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. KVI Beach. For more info visit vashonnaturecenter.org.

Molt Blitz: Gig Harbor activation

This drop-in meetup is hosted by WSG Molt Search program partner Harbor Wildwatch. Click here to visit their official event page. We will be putting our Molt Search Training to the test on June 26th, 12pm at the Mouth of Gig Harbor Old Ferry Landing. This is a great opportunity to do a survey with a biologist who is ready to answer all of your Molt Search and Crab ID questions. Harbor WildWatch invites the public to assist in WSU Extension and Washington Sea Grant’s “Molt Search” program, a participatory science initiative to combat the growing concerns about the invasive European green crab. The European green crab is considered to be one of the world’s worst invasive species and it threatens the overall health of Washington’s marine waters. Only a small fraction of the suitable nearshore habitat for this animal can be monitored by Washington Sea Grant’s Crab Team and the WDFW-led coalition of tribal co-managers and partners. The Molt Search program enables the public to help protect local marine waters… Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: stena@harborwildwatch.org. Event Types: Special Events. Workshops. Information Sessions. Friday, June 26, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. Gig Harbor Old Ferry Landing. For more info visit harborwildwatch.org.

Molt Blitz: Bellingham activation

This event is hosted by WSG Molt Search program partner, WSU Extension Whatcom County. Coming to join us? Drop ins welcome, but Please let us know if you can: https://go.allevents.in/SemiahmooMoltSearchTraining New to Molt Search?  Learn to identify common crabs  and participate at Semiahmoo Park, Blaine from 10am to 12pm   Want a refresher? Staff will be present at 2pm at Cove Road in Larrabee State Park, Bellingham to answer questions and support you in crab ID and Molt Search protocols. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: clniles@wsu.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Lectures/Seminars. Workshops. Special Events. Friday, June 26, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Larrabee State Park. For more info visit go.allevents.in.

Molt Search Training: Seabeck

This event is hosted by WSG Molt Search program partner Great Peninsula Conservancy. More details and to register (drop ins welcome): https://greatpeninsula.org/events/green-crab-molt-search-at-misery-point/ Join Great Peninsula Conservancy for a shoreline molt survey at Misery Point on the Kitsap Peninsula. As a small group, you’ll walk the intertidal zone searching for shed crab shells and collecting any molts found. As a large group, we will sort and report our findings in the MyCoast app for real research data.  Anyone can participate and learn how to successfully run your own independent molt search. Please note that terrain will likely be uneven and tasks may include bending and grabbing.  European green crab are an aggressive invasive species threatening Puget Sound’s native crabs, eelgrass, and shellfish. Early detection is one of our best tools and every molt volunteers find and report adds to a real dataset used by scientists and resource managers. Wrap up the morning by staying for a bring-your… Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: corryn@greatpeninsula.org. Event Types: Information Sessions. Lectures/Seminars. Special Events. Workshops. Friday, July 3, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM. Misery Point, Seabeck. For more info visit greatpeninsula.org.