“It is important for people to realize that climate change isn’t just occurring in far off places like the Arctic. It’s happening right here right now, with potentially devastating impacts on our ecosystems, economy, and way of life.” said Evelyn Adams, president of Transition Fidalgo & Friends.
The following is a list of event activities:
- A waterfront rally and walk to highlight ocean acidification and sea level rise. Attendees are encouraged to bring costumes, signs, etc. relevant to climate change impacts on the ocean;
- Keynote speaker Nick Bond, Washington State Climatologist, will discuss climate change in the Pacific Northwest.
- A Discussion Panel with experts’ insights about current and future climate change impacts on the Salish Sea. Speakers include: Roger Fuller from the Skagit Climate Science Consortium and Nature Conservancy; Ed Knight, project manager for the Swinomish Climate Change Initiative; and Skagit County Commissioner Ron Wesen who is also a member of the Puget Sound Partnership Ecosystem Coordination Board.
- A “Call to Action” explaining what people can do to reduce climate change impacts in our region. Event co-sponsors, including the Skagit Marine Resources Group, Coal-Free Skagit, and others will staff information tables and offer specific actions that individuals can take to mitigate climate change.
To help minimize our carbon footprint, we encourage people to carpool, bike or walk to the park and to bring a personal water bottle. Snacks will be available. The event is free and open to the public.
For more information about Ocean on the Edge, please visit transitionfidalgo.org/specialevents.