Join Columbia Slough Watershed Council for our monthly speaker event - Slough Science! This month, we’ll be joined by local biologist and educator, Anna Le, for an on water conversation about salmon in the Slough. Participants will get to paddle, learn more about this critical habitat, salmon life cycle, and more. This free event is open to all ages, minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Getting There: We will meet at the boat launch at Kelley Point Park - look out for the Columbia Slough Watershed Council sign. Parking is free, however, limited. Carpooling is recommended! Taking public transportation? Bus #11 drops riders at N Columbia Blvd & N Kelley Point Park Rd, a short walk to the launch area. Please note that service is limited in the evening.
What to bring: Pack along water, and shoes you don't mind getting dirty or wet! If you are bringing your own boat, don't forget your life jacket and paddle. If you are borrowing a seat in one of our boats, make sure to register in advance - space is limited. We will have light snacks and cold drinks to share!
Accessibility: There is no restroom available at the boat launch area, however there is one available further in the park/near the last parking lot for before or after the event. Previous paddling experience is not required. Participants must be able to sit for 1 - 2 hours. There is a low grade incline dirt/gravel hill that leads to the waters edge and our launching area.
Questions or want to join the waiting list if the event fills up? Reach out to Amanda, at amanda.gallegos@columbiaslough.org.
About the Speaker: Anna Le (who uses she/her pronouns) is a Fisheries Biologist, Environmental Educator, and Science Communicator. She is the Founder of Grayling Education, an environmental education consulting company dedicated to engaging people and inspiring the next generation of stewards by learning about conservation and science through intentional place-based learning, storytelling, and education.
She serves as Vice Chair for the Environmental Justice Section for the Ecological Society of America, the Oregon Hatchery Research Center Board, and the Oregon Shores Conservation Coalition Board. Anna obtained her B.S. in Fisheries and Wildlife Sciences from Oregon State University and a M.Sc. in Science Education from Montana State University. In her free time, she loves gardening, fly fishing, hiking, taking photos of nature, and spends time learning to knit and crochet!