A professional gathering for shellfish growers, researchers, and industry partners discussing water quality, aquaculture practices, policy, and education
Hosted by Washington Sea Grant (WSG) of the University of Washington.
First convened by WSG in 1991, the Conference for Shellfish Growers brings together shellfish producers, researchers, students and managers from the Pacific Northwest to discuss pressing issues and relevant research on aquaculture. We look forward to another engaging and insightful conference this year.
Select topics include:
Water quality
Policy and legislation
Production best practices
Ecosystem interactions
Education and workforce development
Shellfish mortality
Dates: Monday–Tuesday, February 9-10, 2026
Location: Alderbrook Resort & Spa
10 E Alderbrook Dr, Union, WA 98592
Registration Fee: $200
Registration Deadline: January 26, 2026 or until filled.
Walk-ins will not be accepted.
Financial assistance is available through generous support from Puget Sound Partnership. To inquire, please contact Melissa Petrich, mpetrich@uw.edu.
Registration Includes
Access to all conference sessions
Lunch and breaks on Day 1
Reception on Day 1
Breakfast on Day 2
Note: Cancellations accepted until January 26, 2026. A refund, minus a $50 USD handling fee will be made. You may transfer your registration to another individual. No-shows will forfeit their registration fee.
If you would like to register to secure your spot and pay later, please reach out to Melissa Petrich at mpetrich@uw.edu.
Hotel Accommodations
Special conference rate: $110/night + fees and taxes (single occupancy)
Dates available: Sunday, February 8 and Monday, February 9
Booking notes: The new cutoff date for reserving hotel room rates at the per diem rate is Wednesday, January 14. You can book online
through alderbrookresort.com and must input 40Y22F under Group Code. Phone reservations are unavailable until Sunday, January 11. Rooms and rates reserved after January 14 are subject to availability.
Reservation instructions (phone):
Call the hotel at 360.898.2145 and mention “University of Washington Sea Grant Shellfish Growers Conference” to receive the discounted rate.
Contact Melissa Petrich, mpetrich@uw.edu.