South Sound Estuary Association (SSEA) was founded in 2007 as a result of community interest in establishing an interactive interpretive center, creating opportunities for the public to learn about estuaries, geology, natural and cultural history, marine life, and human impact on the Puget Sound (2nd largest estuary in the U.S.). The new SSEA center is visioned to be located somewhere along Budd Inlet in downtown Olympia, Washington.
Mission Statement:
Establish and maintain a center that expands environmental knowledge; and fosters public awareness, enjoyment and health of south Puget Sound estuaries through classroom, field and on the water interactive educational opportunities.
Vision Statement:
An educated community that is engaged and inspired to promote the ongoing health, conservation, and restoration of south Puget Sound.
Core Values:
- Provide high quality educational opportunities.
- Provide an exceptional interpretive center in Olympia, WA.
- Respect, protect and help conserve the environment.
- Provide educational content that focuses on the challenges and successes in the restoration and protection of the South Puget Sound region.
- Enhance access and knowledge of partnering organizations and the programs and services they provide.
- Engage and inspire community through interactive education.
- Facilitate opportunities for direct involvement.
Over Arching Goal:
To connect people and nature through hands-on education, stewardship and recreational opportunities.
Our Motto
Explore•Connect•Inspire
Download our 2011 SSEA Brochure.
