Harbor WildWatch — Attraction in Gig Harbor

This may be the location of Harbor Wildwatch's headquarters, but the organization reach extends far beyond this small building. Harbor Wildwatch provides educational camps and programs for children of all ages, as well as providing volunteer opportunities for those interested in protecting the diverse tidal zones and creatures around the Gig Harbor Peninsula. The touch tanks that can often be found at Skansie Brothers park in the summertime, or at other local events are usually sponsored by Harbor Wildwatch, who carefully finds organisms from nearby beaches, staffs the touch tanks with volunteers, and then returns the organism to the...

Our favorite place in the Harbor. Great for young kids and really anybody of any age who loves and wants to continually learn about the Puget Sound and amazing marine life all around us. The staff and volunteers are incredibly knowledgeable and kind and are always changing up the tanks and exhibits slightly to keep things interesting for every visit. Beyond the Marine Life Center, Harbor Wild Watch inspires stewardship and love of the Puget Sound through education and learning. An incredibly important non-profit and...

Super great community marine center. Top tier of the six in the area I’ve visited. The people were the nicest I’ve encountered and they had plenty of tips to share. Quaint center but full of information, a touch tank, and a few aquariums with local ambassador species. Pacific Red Octopus, Roomba, was peacefully napping but their intern graciously shared a great video of them in action. Will be back with the fam, would recommend if already on that side of...