Healthy watersheds for a thriving community.

That’s why we exist

Our dedication to the health and quality of local estuaries is built on the idea that communities rely on our waterways to thrive in commerce, recreation, and overall well-being — now and into the future.

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Celebrating 25 Years of Children's Clean Water Festival

25 years of saying yes.

Deputy Director Claudine Rehn has seen it firsthand — community shows up when you invite them. The Children's Clean Water Festival has been connecting kids to Tillamook County's waterways for 25 years because of people just like you.

Our Programs

From the slopes of the Coast Range through forested rivers and out to the bays, we’re restoring and enhancing wetlands, improving the health of our county’s watersheds, and raising awareness about invasive aquatic and plant species.

Habitat Restoration Water Quality Community Education & Engagement

Tillamook County: Our work is all around you

Look around Tillamook County, and you’ll understand instantly that healthy estuaries mean a healthy local economy. We’re all connected to these waters. That’s why we work to restore our rivers, streams, and bays — for us, and generations to come.

Creating bridges for people and wildlife.

The Latest

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BYPP By the Numbers: Sea Grant Project

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landscape of a winding river, with grassy borders and new plantings, with rolling hills and overcast skies.

22 Years of Backyard Planting Program: Mini Documentary

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A photo taken from a drone of Sitka Sedge with the tidal cannels of the estuary highlighted by the low tide.

CLOSED Now Hiring: Executive Director

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September 10 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Estuary Science Center Site Tour and Walk

Explore the project site, learn about the vision for the ESC,...

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October 8 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Estuary Science Center Site Tour and Walk

Explore the project site, learn about the vision for the ESC,...

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Have a great time doing a lot of good

Volunteer for a variety of hands-on opportunities

We’re proud of the work we do, but as a local grassroots organization mostly made up of volunteers, we need your help to do it! Send us an email to find out how you can join us to experience the power of a community working together to get big things done (and make some friends in the process).

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Tillamook water trails

Explore the region’s scenic waterways (all 200 miles!) with our handy water trail guidebooks.

Stay healthy and safe while enjoying outdoor recreation with the latest data from our water quality map.