King tides this week could mean flooding, but also opens up an underwater world at local tide pools

King tides are a natural, predictable phenomenon that lets scientists and everyday marine enthusiasts marvel at the changing ...

Opinion: King tides reveal a priceless coast — and our duty to protect it

Documenting king tides and acting as responsible stewards during low tides is vital for safeguarding the future of our coast.
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Low tides this week are great for exploring tide pools, some ferry routes affected

SEATTLE — If you enjoy exploring tide pools or beachcombing, you'll have a great chance this week during some of the lowest tides this year on Puget Sound waterways. Specifically, "hot weather ...
The Salinas Californian

Let's go tide pooling: King Tides happening this weekend on California’s Central Coast

Observe a unique coastal phenomena that only happens during the winter this weekend. King Tides, extremely high and low tides occur when a full or new moon is closest to Earth in its elliptical orbit, ...

Stunning sea slug makes appearance during low tide in La Jolla

Beachgoers in La Jolla, California were surprised to see a Spanish shawl nudibranch, a vibrant sea slug with purple and ...