Join the MidCoast Watersheds Council for a conversation with Talaina King, Executive Director of the Cape Perpetua Collaborative. Learn how the Collaborative connects people to the land, sea, and one another through education, science, storytelling, and shared stewardship. This talk will highlight real stories from the field, the partnerships behind the work, and how you can get involved in protecting and celebrating Cape Perpetua.

Speaker: Talaina King

Talaina King joined the Cape Perpetua Collaborative in 2024 as a board member and soon became its first Executive Director. Raised in the Pacific Northwest, she brings a deep-rooted appreciation for the region and a passion for community building. Talaina thrives on connecting people with resources that foster growth, support, and environmental stewardship and is dedicated to protecting Oregon’s natural beauty while inspiring others to care for the planet along the way. Talaina lives in Newport Oregon with her hound dog Watson.