The Call for Presentations is now open for the 2026 Conference hosted by NAME at the Dumas Bay Centre in Federal Way, Washington! This year’s theme is SOUND SCIENCE, SHARED LEARNING, and we will be celebrating 50 Years of Aquatic & Marine Education. We invite educators, researchers, students, and resource professionals from the Pacific Northwest […]
By Jennifer Magnusson Every two years, the Ocean Sciences Meeting (OSM) brings together the global ocean science community for what is, in my experience, one of the most energizing weeks in our field. This February, about 6,000 scientists, educators, and communicators gathered in Glasgow, Scotland — the first time OSM has been held outside North […]
Purpose: To honour the legacy of Dr. Bill Austin by promoting educational efforts aimed at understanding and respecting the inhabitants and ecosystems of coastal waters of the Pacific Northwest. The Award: This unique award is available to any Indigenous or Canadian resident of BC who proposes a project that will significantly enhance education about preserving, […]
Please join us for this opportunity to learn from marine and aquatic educators, scientists, traditional knowledge practitioners, and other industry professionals. Speakers will share experiences, educational tips and stories from the field. Registration is required; after registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Please contact us at info@pacname.org if […]
Each year, NAME Mini-Grants help our members turn creative ideas into real-world learning experiences. These small but mighty grants—typically ranging from $50 to $350—are awarded twice a year to current NAME members for educational projects, workshops, and activities that promote the value and care of our water resources while enhancing the visibility of NAME. Over […]
Join Us for the NAME-BC Annual General Meeting Our Annual General Meeting is your chance to help guide our chapter’s work in 2026, connect with fellow educators, and celebrate the impact of marine and freshwater education across BC. The AGM Agenda, in-person location, and Zoom meeting link will be sent via email before the meeting. […]
Job Title: NW Compass Editor Reports to: NAME Board of Directors Position Type: Contract (Part-Time) Compensation: $2,500 USD/year, payable in two installments ($1,250 in January and $1,250 in June) Estimated Workload: Approximately 8 hours per month Application Deadline: November 21, 2025 Position Overview The Northwest Aquatic and Marine Educators (NAME) is seeking an organized and […]
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