NOAA Fisheries West Coast Region

I think that finding other small ways to reduce water use is helpful. I probably still have some ways to improve on this one.

I spent some time learning about boat noise impacts. It would be very tough to have to rely on sound to find food and for communication and then be interrupted or muffled. 

As someone who loves to eat, food deserts make me really sad. 

It's been nice to see the trees changing colors. The birds were very chirpy today too. 

Today I went on a lovely walk to drop off my ballot. Got to appreciate nature, enjoy nice weather, get a little exercise, and exercise my right to vote!

We planted our first batch of sprouted acorns in preparation for the first rain. It takes 8+ weeks for the acorns to sprout and you have to hibernate them in your fridge if you collect them early. We have learned a lot through this process and are working towards getting certified by Sacramento Tree Foundation for future greening of our...

It was always cool to see dolphins when I was out on the boat with my family. One of my coolest memories was watching an alligator and an egret stalk each other - the egret obviously had no idea how big the alligator truly was. The egret eventually realized something was amiss and flew off. 

Planted an avocado that I sprouted from a pit. It was super cool to take something that had been "waste" and have it become a plant. 

Enjoyed giving a virtual presentation on Orcas to a classroom of middle school students today.  They had great questions and inspired me!

I am fortunate that I do not have many barriers to using a reusable bottle - I will do most anything to avoid purchasing a drink in a plastic bottle! The only barrier is my forgetfulness - or if refilling my water bottle isn't possible due to the pandemic/public health restrictions.