WHEREAS, Puget Sound provides habitat for thousands of native species that the Beach Watchers work indefatigably to protect and study though education, citizen-science, and public awareness; and
     WHEREAS, Each member of the Beach Watchers has given over 100 volunteer hours for scientific surveys, exploring the beaches, and talking with students and the public about our wonderful beaches; and
     WHEREAS, The members of the Beach Watchers come from all across the Pacific Northwest including Clallam, Island, Jefferson, San Juan, Skagit, Snohomish, and Whatcom counties; and
     WHEREAS, The members of Beach Watchers have done extensive work educating children and the general public during Sound Waters, and annual event for marine, nearshore, and environmental education with over 50 different presentations; and
     WHEREAS, The members of Beach Watchers have educated over 24,500 people at workshops, presentations, fairs, festivals, aboard ferries, and at local beaches; and
     WHEREAS, The members of Beach Watchers have contributed over 30,000 hours including over 700 days of on-the-ground research to educate our community about Pacific Northwest beaches; and
     WHEREAS, The group has worked to monitor the biological health of Pacific Northwest beaches by collecting shoreline and coastal data, surveying shorelines, promoting beach etiquette, and assisting the National Marine Fisheries;
     NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Washington State Senate recognize the Beach Watchers for their dedication and service to our community; and
     BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be immediately transmitted by the Secretary of the Senate to the members of the Beach Watchers.