BRING YOUR CURIOSITY! OysterFest exhibits intrigue & inspire

A hallmark of OysterFest are exhibits that showcase the beauty and delicacy of the Puget Sound ecosystem. Attendees enjoy opportunities to learn about the tidal zones and protect and enjoy our local waters.

Puget Sound Estuarium’s marine touch tanks are a perennial favorite with creatures gathered in local waters exclusively for these exhibits. Observe how the animals interact in the habitat and ask questions from volunteer marine educators.

In addition to the marine touch tanks, explore exhibits on aquaculture, water quality, natural resources, and public safety.

The Pacific Coast Shellfish Growers Association works on behalf of its member to illustrate a spectrum of issues in their booth including environmental protection, shellfish safety, regulations, and provide public information materials and answer questions.

The Mason County Noxious Weed plant exhibit educates the public on the impact of noxious weeds and offers advice on which native plants can help home owners protect their waterways. The Mason Conservation District also provides information to assist residents by providing a link between landowners, industry, and government agencies and presenting technical and financial assistance to residents willing to implement conservation best practices.

Also on-site with information is Washington State Department of Health’s Shellfish Program. Their mission is to educate and prevent illness in people who eat Washington-grown molluscan shellfish. If you have any questions about when and where oysters, mussels, or clams are safe to eat; how you should handle them; or what seafood eaters with special health conditions should be aware of – stop by the DOH booth to get all your questions answered!

The Mason County PUD 3 also provides an educational display at OysterFest. Stop by their booth in the Souvenir Tent for hints to reduce energy use and information on electricity safety. In addition there are multiple booths displaying the local programs supported by funds generated at OysterFest as well as important work and humanitarian efforts of the Skookum Rotary Club and Rotary International. Take the time to see what your OysterFest dollars and donations go. Check out all the exhibitors and their locations in the map and schedule available at the ticket and information booths or view the list online at oysterfest.org.

Exhibits At Oysterfest

Mason Conservation District

Mason County Noxious Weed Control Board

WSU Extension

Evergreen Elementary PTSO

Mason County Public Health

Washington State Department of Health

Shellfish Programs

Washington Sea Grant

Special Services PTSO Developmental

Preschool

Scouting America Troop 9110B

Sportsman Association

Turning Pointe

PUD 3

Mason Transit

Mason County Chapter of People First of Washington

Kitten Rescue of Mason County Habitat for Humanity

Mason Health - Practice Greenhealth

Mason County Search and Rescue

Sound Learning

Camp Victory

Explore Hood Canal - Mason County Tourism

Hama Hama Fire District 17

Hood Canal Salmon Enhancement Group

Puget Sound Estuarium