In July, the Humboldt Bay Harbor District unveiled visual simulations of the heavy lift terminal it is proposing to assemble offshore wind turbines to be installed 20-30 miles offshore. Drone image by Oren Nardi.UPDATE: Lost Coast Outpost uploaded this compilation of views from various vantage points, and the Harbor District posted this video of the presentation.
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Butcher Slough meanders through the Arcata Marsh & Wildlife Sanctuary, a popular natural area adjacent to Humboldt Bay. Shorebirds, ducks, herons, and egrets forage along the channel, making it a great place for bird-watching. What we can’t see is the toxic legacy of the timber industry, which left dioxins, metals, and other contaminants here and at many other mill sites around Humboldt Bay. Drone image by Oren Nardi, Jan. 2024.
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The federal government recently awarded $426,000,000 to the Humboldt Bay Harbor, Recreation, and Conservation District for the design, permitting, and construction of an offshore wind Heavy Lift Terminal on the Samoa Peninsula. Left: The site was once part of the former Hammond Lumber Mill. The site will need to be remediated, dock and buildings demolished, and ground elevation raised to accommodate sea level rise. Drone image by Oren Nardi.
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The lumber industry in Humboldt is on a decline. It has been for decades, and the era of luxurious Victorian mansions and railroads has been dead longer than most people living here have been alive.Even as it struggles along, the shock wave from its heyday is still causing ripples.
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Humboldt's proposed offshore wind project would significantly reduce carbon emissions throughout California. But to ensure the success of offshore wind and to meet the promise of climate action, decision-makers must commit to a green port facility capable of building and servicing the turbines while not further contributing to greenhouse gas emissions or polluting Humboldt Bay.UPDATE: The Harbor District adopted a resolution to develop a "Green Terminal Strategy" by March 2025.
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In July, the Humboldt Bay Harbor District unveiled visual simulations of the heavy lift terminal it is proposing to assemble offshore wind turbines to be installed 20-30 miles offshore. Drone image by Oren Nardi.UPDATE: Lost Coast Outpost uploaded this compilation of views from various vantage points, and the Harbor District posted this video of the presentation. 
Butcher Slough meanders through the Arcata Marsh & Wildlife Sanctuary, a popular natural area adjacent to Humboldt Bay. Shorebirds, ducks, herons, and egrets forage along the channel, making it a great place for bird-watching. What we can’t see is the toxic legacy of the timber industry, which left dioxins, metals, and other contaminants here and at many other mill sites around Humboldt Bay. Drone image by Oren Nardi, Jan. 2024. 
The federal government recently awarded $426,000,000 to the Humboldt Bay Harbor, Recreation, and Conservation District for the design, permitting, and construction of an offshore wind Heavy Lift Terminal on the Samoa Peninsula. Left: The site was once part of the former Hammond Lumber Mill. The site will need to be remediated, dock and buildings demolished, and ground elevation raised to accommodate sea level rise. Drone image by Oren Nardi. 
The lumber industry in Humboldt is on a decline. It has been for decades, and the era of luxurious Victorian mansions and railroads has been dead longer than most people living here have been alive.Even as it struggles along, the shock wave from its heyday is still causing ripples. 
Humboldt's proposed offshore wind project would significantly reduce carbon emissions throughout California. But to ensure the success of offshore wind and to meet the promise of climate action, decision-makers must commit to a green port facility capable of building and servicing the turbines while not further contributing to greenhouse gas emissions or polluting Humboldt Bay.UPDATE: The Harbor District adopted a resolution to develop a "Green Terminal Strategy" by March 2025. 
Our second study of mercury in local fish focused on nine species from nearshore coastal waters, including Pacific Halibut and several species of rockfish. We also sampled more Lingcod and California Halibut to add to the findings from our 2018 study. We found that most local fish are safe to eat in moderation—with a few exceptions.Download our mercury fliers in English, Spanish, or Hmong:Recommendations for Eating Local Fish SafelyComiendo Pescado Con Seguridad Pautas
