Two years ago, FRL sponsored an otter as part of the North Coast Otters Public Arts Initiative. “Our” otter was delivered June 16th and is now visible through the front door of the Eureka branch of the Humboldt County Library where it will be readily available for selfies, etc. once the library opens—in the near future. The otter will be displayed though September as part of a fundraising initiative for otter preservation.

108 otters have been painted by various artists in a wide array of themes. Visit the North Coast Otters Public Arts Initiative site to download the guidebook, find more information about the “treasure hunt” and the Junior Otter Spotters, or to participate in the online auction to take an otter home after the display period. Proceeds support river otters, student opportunities, and clean water habitats!

Click here to learn more about artist Rosalie Thomson’s otter, Alice.