Seal Sitters protect marine wildlife on West Seattle's shores
Seal Sitters protect marine wildlife on West Seattle's shores
It's pupping season! You may see more seal pups on beaches June through September.
Seal Sitters protect marine wildlife on West Seattle's shores
It's pupping season! You may see more seal pups on beaches June through September.
Photo: Volunteers at the Alki Art Fair | credit: Lynn Shimamoto
About Seal Sitters
Seal Sitters is a group of trained volunteers dedicated to protecting harbor seals and other marine wildlife that share our West Seattle shores.
Since 2007, our volunteers have created safe spaces for these animals to rest and thrive on our local beaches. Through education and community engagement, we help our community discover the wonder and joy of our shared marine environment.
Seal Sitters is part of NOAA’s West Coast Marine Mammal Stranding Network, providing valuable data about marine mammal health in the Puget Sound.
About Seal Sitters
Seal Sitters is a group of trained volunteers dedicated to protecting harbor seals and other marine wildlife that share our West Seattle shores.
Since 2007, our volunteers have created safe spaces for these animals to rest and thrive on our local beaches. Through education and community engagement, we help our community discover the wonder and joy of our shared marine environment.
Seal Sitters is part of NOAA’s West Coast Marine Mammal Stranding Network, providing valuable data about marine mammal health in the Puget Sound.
What to do if you see a seal on the beach:
Photo: Harbor seal Lucy at Colman Pool | credit: David Hutchinson
👀 Keep your distance:
Stay at least 100 yards away (the length of a football field). If they look at you, you're too close!
📞 Call our hotline: 206-905-SEAL (7325)
🐕 Leash your dogs:
All dogs must be leashed on public beaches
🗣️ Spread the word!
Let others know to keep their distance
Did You Know?
Harbor seals are the most common marine mammals in Puget Sound
Seal pups rest on beaches to conserve energy
Human disturbance can cause mothers to abandon pups
Your actions matter:
Only 50% of seal pups survive their first year, which is why it’s important to keep your distance – the pup’s best chance of survival is with its mother
⚠️ Keep your distance - it's the law!
Marine mammals including seals and sea lions are protected by federal laws. It's illegal to touch, feed, move, harass, or approach within 100 yards.
What to do if you see a seal on the beach:
Photo: David Hutchinson
👀 Keep your distance:
Stay at least 100 yards away (the length of a football field). If they look at you, you're too close!
📞 Call our hotline: 206-905-SEAL (7325)
🐕 Leash your dogs:
All dogs must be leashed on public beaches
🗣️ Spread the word!
Let others know to keep their distance
Did You Know?
Harbor seals are the most common marine mammals in Puget Sound
Seal pups rest on beaches to conserve energy
Human disturbance can cause mothers to abandon pups
Your actions matter:
Only 50% of seal pups survive their first year, which is why it’s important to keep your distance – the pup’s best chance of survival is with its mother
⚠️ Keep your distance - it's the law!
Marine mammals including seals and sea lions are protected by federal laws. It's illegal to touch, feed, move, harass, or approach within 100 yards.
What to do if you see a seal on the beach:
👀 Keep your distance:
Stay at least 100 yards away (the length of a football field). If the animal looks at you, you're too close!
📞 Call our hotline:
206-905-SEAL (7325)
🐕 Leash your dogs:
All dogs must be leashed on public beaches
🗣️ Spread the word!
Let others know to keep their distance
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Did You Know?
Harbor seals are the most common marine mammals in Puget Sound
Seal pups rest on beaches to conserve energy
Human disturbance can cause mothers to abandon pups
Your actions matter:
Only 50% of seal pups survive their first year, which is why it’s important to keep your distance – the pup’s best chance of survival is with its mother
⚠️ Keep your distance - it's the law!
Marine mammals including seals and sea lions are protected by federal laws. It's illegal to touch, feed, move, harass, or approach within 100 yards.
What to do if you see a seal on the beach:
👀 Keep your distance:
Stay at least 100 yards away (the length of a football field). If the animal looks at you, you're too close!
📞 Call our hotline:
206-905-SEAL (7325)
🐕 Leash your dogs:
All dogs must be leashed on public beaches
🗣️ Spread the word!
Let others know to keep their distance
Photo: David Hutchinson
Did You Know?
Harbor seals are the most common marine mammals in Puget Sound
Seal pups rest on beaches to conserve energy
Human disturbance can cause mothers to abandon pups
Your actions matter:
Only 50% of seal pups survive their first year, which is why it’s important to keep your distance – the pup’s best chance of survival is with its mother
⚠️ Keep your distance - it's the law!
Marine mammals including seals and sea lions are protected by federal laws. It's illegal to touch, feed, move, harass, or approach within 100 yards.
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