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Welcome to the 2026 Coastal & Estuarine Summit

Restore America’s Estuaries (RAE) is proud to present the 2026 Coastal & Estuarine Summit – taking place at the centrally located San Francisco Marriott Marquis from September 22 – 25, 2026 – with support from our member organization, Save the Bay.

The 2026 RAE Summit promises to be an unparalleled gathering of the coastal restoration community, dedicated to exploring pressing issues, innovative solutions, and invaluable lessons learned in the pursuit of robust strategies to restore and revitalize our coastal resources and communities effectively. Together, we’ll explore practical solutions, bold ideas, and lessons learned at the intersection of climate resilience, restoration, equity, and the blue economy – set against the backdrop of one of the nation’s most iconic coastal regions.

Event Pricing

We are extending our Early Bird rates to July 22 to give you more time to save!

Don't miss your opportunity to be part of the biggest Summit ever!

Volunteer Opportunities

Looking for a way to attend while supporting the event? Volunteer applications are open June 12 - August 28. Volunteers receive valuable behind-the-scenes experience and complimentary access to all four days of the Summit in exchange for completing one eight hour volunteer shift.  

Responsibilities can include sitting in on sessions, assisting with check in, or helping direct attendees.

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Meet the Leaders Taking the Stage at the 2026 Coastal & Estuarine Summit

Opening Plenary - Tuesday, September 22

Daniel Hayden – President & CEO of Restore America’s Estuaries

David Lewis – Executive Director, Save the Bay and Chair of the Board, Restore America’s Estuaries

Mayor Daniel Lurie - Mayor of San Francisco

Eddie Hahn – Executive Director, Brightline Defense 

Corrina Gould - Tribal Chair for the Confederated Villages of Lisjan Nation

Our Connected Coasts - Friday Send Off

Coasts: John Gioia - Board Chair for the San Francisco Bay Restoration Authority and a Contra Costa County Supervisor

Rivers: Amy Bowers Cordalis is a Native American attorney and citizen of the Yurok Tribe who a key figure in the Un-Dam the Klamath movement, which resulted in the successful removal of the Klamath River Hydroelectric Project dams.

Sea:  Joel Johnson – President & CEO National Marine Sanctuary Foundation