Preserving PNW was founded by a group of ten high school students in Washington who felt a deep connection and drive to care for the natural world. Much of our work is inspired by the Southern Resident Orcas, a unique family of orcas in the Salish Sea. Their deep family bonds, traditions, and strength inspire us daily. Although the Southern Residents need our help! They are threatened by a lack of food, pollutants, and boat vessel noise. After learning about the issues that orcas and salmon face in the Pacific Northwest, we felt empowered to take action. We devised a plan to help our environment through projects focused on outreach, restoration, conservation, and action. Tackling these issues head-on by leading several R&S groups with weekly or bi-weekly meetings, hosting events, and long-term projects to make lasting change.