Summer is a busy season at PWSSC, and we launch into it with one of our most exciting events of the year: our annual fundraiser, Copper River Nouveau. This year's celebratory weekend was notable for a number of reasons: it's PWSSC's 25th anniversary year; it was our 15th annual Copper River Nouveau, and our 10th annual Fisheries Achievement Award reception. 

The Fisheries Achievement Award started our special evening with heart as we lauded the accomplishments of Bill and Irene Webber, two very respected community members who have been leaders in our local fisheries for decades. Folks who attended the dinner that night received a gorgeous commemorative cookbook entitled The Chefs of Copper River Nouveau. You can claim one of these keepsakes for yourself by contacting us at pwssc@pwssc.org. 

This year was also special because it was the third year in a row that our gala has grossed over $100,000 for PWSSC. That said, the night is not about the numbers--it's about enabling us to carry out our mission, improving understanding of the incredible ecosystems in our bioregion, home to the world's richest waters. The community of people who show their support for the Science Center stretches far beyond the guests we welcome to the dinner table each June. If you're reading this Breakwater, you're one of them. Thanks for your continued interest in all we do.