Topic: Animals
Pets of the Week
Written on July 16, 2019 at 7:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Brought to you by Kitten Poets of Friday Harbor. It’s wondrous what a kitten can do… A kitten can cheer you when you’re blue… A kitten can say I love you so… Or gee I hate to see you go… A kitten will purr you to sleep at night… And wake you come morning with Continue Reading
Fading Sound
Written on July 15, 2019 at 7:54 am, by Tim Dustrude
On July 15th at the Orca Survey Outreach & Education Center at 185 S. First Street, we will be showing a documentary film called “Fading Sound” that was produced by Friday Harbor High School students Blake Budwill and Luke Erikson. This film focuses on the threats facing Southern Resident killer whales. Blake Budwill will be Continue Reading
Orca Town Meeting
Written on July 11, 2019 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Whale Sanctuary Project invites your comments at a town meeting regarding providing a sanctuary for orca whales in the San Juans. The Whale Sanctuary Project is working to create a permanent sanctuary for rescue/rehab for the Southern Resident orcas and retirement for captive orcas from entertainment parks. We invite you to join us at Continue Reading
New Baby in J Pod is a Female
Written on July 7, 2019 at 9:56 am, by Tim Dustrude
On the morning of July 5th 2019, J and K pods of the Southern Resident Killer Whale (SRKW) population finally made an appearance in inland waters off San Juan Island for the first time in more than two months. A large crowd of people awaited their arrival at Lime Kiln State Park to get a Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on July 5, 2019 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Greetings good people, My name is Ally and I am running for “Pet of the Week”. If you vote for me I promise to deliver: joy filled days of unconditional love snuggles and hugs glorious walks in all kinds of weather and a faithful companion to lift you when you’re down These are not empty Continue Reading
Volunteer of the Month
Written on July 3, 2019 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor has announced that Nancy Heacox is the Volunteer of the Month for July. Nancy became a volunteer at the animal shelter in 2017 and has been a wonderful addition to the organization. She visits the shelter each week to add up the King’s receipts, plus she is also Continue Reading
DEEP DIVE: the documentaries
Written on June 28, 2019 at 5:54 am, by Tim Dustrude
One-Time Only- Voices of Our Salish Sea Don’t miss the opportunity to experience legendary speakers on our ocean life in one room on one day. Be the first to preview new films by marine experts on orcas, salmon and the Salish Sea sponsored by the San Juan Islands Museum of Art (SJIMA). On Saturday, July Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on June 27, 2019 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Hello. My name is Sue. I am not an egocentric feline like many of my species tend to be, I prefer wizened elder who has attained enlightenment. I do quite enjoy the company of humans. I am a petite senior with some “special needs”. It’s nothing burdensome, I simply require a human who similarly appreciates Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on June 19, 2019 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Hello! My name is Berry and I am two and a half years old. Don’t let the name mislead you. I’m actually a lady cat with the given name of ‘Strawberry.’ Who would name a classy cat like me after a fruit, you might ask? Well rumor has it, as I was born into quite Continue Reading
Orca Sing 2019
Written on June 13, 2019 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Orca Sing is an annual event where people gather for an evening of music at Lime Kiln Point State Park to honor the Southern Resident orcas and celebrate Orca Action Month. This year’s event is the 20th annual and will take place on Saturday, June 22, with the music beginning at 7 p.m. This year, Continue Reading
Volunteer of the Month
Written on June 11, 2019 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor has announced that Alexandra Adinolf is the Volunteer of the Month for June. Alex became a volunteer at the animal shelter at the beginning of the year and has been a wonderful addition to the organization. She visits the shelter each week to walk and socialize with the Continue Reading
Join in the Salish Splash to Celebrate Orca Recovery
Written on June 7, 2019 at 10:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Come jump in the water to celebrate the Southern Resident orcas at the “Salish Splash” at Jackson Beach on June 13 at 4 p.m. with Friends of the San Juans, the Port of Friday Harbor, State Senator Liz Lovelett, and other community members. This year, the Washington State Legislature passed a critical package of orca Continue Reading
New Calf in J-Pod
Written on June 1, 2019 at 7:38 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Center for Whale Research has received photographs taken by the Tofino Whale Centre of a calf accompanying J pod off of Tofino on May 30, 2019. Researchers at the CWR have confirmed that the calf is a new addition, and based on its coloration and body condition was likely born some time in the Continue Reading
Westside Naturalists this Weekend
Written on May 31, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just heard from Caroline Armon with the San Juan Island Naturalist Program. She wants to let you know that naturalists will be at the Land Bank’s Westside Preserve, south of Lime Kiln State Park, to answer your questions and share information about the whales and the Salish Sea. Friday, May 31 from 2pm-5pm Saturday, June Continue Reading
Treasure Hounds Needs You
Written on May 23, 2019 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
Treasure Hounds is looking for volunteers with retail and customer service experience. Shifts available are 3 hours and 6 hours. If you are interested, please contact Leslie Byron at (360) 317-4311 or (360) 298-9058
Morning Visitor
Written on May 21, 2019 at 3:57 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Margie Smith shares this photo of a visitor to their yard this morning. Here’s what she had to say: Here’s a photo of the bear, (not very good quality I’m afraid, as it was through the window). This was our morning guest at the bird feeder. The feeder didn’t stand a chance!
Pet of the Week
Written on May 15, 2019 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
Hello there! My name is Chef Chutney and I just found a lovely recipe for an Indian dish. Maybe you could join me for an early dinner, I like to eat at 3:00. I picked up some fresh naan at the bakery, maybe you could bring a mango or two? I will be hungry and Continue Reading
New K-9 Capability in San Juan County
Written on May 10, 2019 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan County Sheriff Ron Krebs recently swore in the newest member of his team. Guss, an 18-month-old sable German shepherd, was welcomed to the Sheriff’s staff this week. Guss’s handler, Jay Holt, has been a Deputy in the islands for the past year. Holt worked previously with the Burlington Police Department. Sheriff Krebs indicated Continue Reading
A Photographic Journey: Climate and Antarctica
Written on May 6, 2019 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
On Thursday, May 9, 2019, 5:30 pm, at Brickworks (150 Nichols St., Friday Harbor), photographer, filmmaker, former NASA researcher, bird expert, and Lopezian Peter Cavanagh will present a photographic journey of a voyage along the Scotia Arc to Antarctica. Come learn more about the vast polar desert, its amazing wildlife, and how changes in climate Continue Reading
Volunteer Of The Month
Written on May 3, 2019 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
The animal protection society of Friday Harbor is happy to announce that Kim Grotle is the volunteer for the month of May. Kim has been a loyal volunteer and spends her time at the animal shelter cuddling cats and assisting where needed. Thanks so much, Kim, for making a difference in the lives of homeless Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on April 25, 2019 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Bon Jour…..Est-ce que tu parles francais? I didn’t know I could speak French either, until just now. Who wouldn’t be interested in a bilingual dog who is a mignonne as me? I have so much to offer that you really should just come in and meet me at the animal shelter. We can go for Continue Reading
All Four Orca Recovery Priority Bills Pass Washington State Legislature
Written on April 17, 2019 at 5:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
Salmon habitat recovery, oil spill prevention, vessel noise and disturbance, reducing toxic pollution are all now expected to reach Governor Inslee’s desk. Bills passed: Protecting habitat (HB 1579) Lead sponsor Representative Joe Fitzgibbon (D-West Seattle) Supports chinook salmon and forage fish populations by protecting habitat and reducing invasive predatory species Preventing oil spills (HB 1578) Continue Reading
Pets of the Week
Written on July 16, 2019 at 7:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Brought to you by Kitten Poets of Friday Harbor. It’s wondrous what a kitten can do… A kitten can cheer you when you’re blue… A kitten can say I love you so… Or gee I hate to see you go… A kitten will purr you to sleep at night… And wake you come morning with Continue Reading
Fading Sound
Written on July 15, 2019 at 7:54 am, by Tim Dustrude
On July 15th at the Orca Survey Outreach & Education Center at 185 S. First Street, we will be showing a documentary film called “Fading Sound” that was produced by Friday Harbor High School students Blake Budwill and Luke Erikson. This film focuses on the threats facing Southern Resident killer whales. Blake Budwill will be Continue Reading
Orca Town Meeting
Written on July 11, 2019 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Whale Sanctuary Project invites your comments at a town meeting regarding providing a sanctuary for orca whales in the San Juans. The Whale Sanctuary Project is working to create a permanent sanctuary for rescue/rehab for the Southern Resident orcas and retirement for captive orcas from entertainment parks. We invite you to join us at Continue Reading
New Baby in J Pod is a Female
Written on July 7, 2019 at 9:56 am, by Tim Dustrude
On the morning of July 5th 2019, J and K pods of the Southern Resident Killer Whale (SRKW) population finally made an appearance in inland waters off San Juan Island for the first time in more than two months. A large crowd of people awaited their arrival at Lime Kiln State Park to get a Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on July 5, 2019 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Greetings good people, My name is Ally and I am running for “Pet of the Week”. If you vote for me I promise to deliver: joy filled days of unconditional love snuggles and hugs glorious walks in all kinds of weather and a faithful companion to lift you when you’re down These are not empty Continue Reading
Volunteer of the Month
Written on July 3, 2019 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor has announced that Nancy Heacox is the Volunteer of the Month for July. Nancy became a volunteer at the animal shelter in 2017 and has been a wonderful addition to the organization. She visits the shelter each week to add up the King’s receipts, plus she is also Continue Reading
DEEP DIVE: the documentaries
Written on June 28, 2019 at 5:54 am, by Tim Dustrude
One-Time Only- Voices of Our Salish Sea Don’t miss the opportunity to experience legendary speakers on our ocean life in one room on one day. Be the first to preview new films by marine experts on orcas, salmon and the Salish Sea sponsored by the San Juan Islands Museum of Art (SJIMA). On Saturday, July Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on June 27, 2019 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Hello. My name is Sue. I am not an egocentric feline like many of my species tend to be, I prefer wizened elder who has attained enlightenment. I do quite enjoy the company of humans. I am a petite senior with some “special needs”. It’s nothing burdensome, I simply require a human who similarly appreciates Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on June 19, 2019 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Hello! My name is Berry and I am two and a half years old. Don’t let the name mislead you. I’m actually a lady cat with the given name of ‘Strawberry.’ Who would name a classy cat like me after a fruit, you might ask? Well rumor has it, as I was born into quite Continue Reading
Orca Sing 2019
Written on June 13, 2019 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Orca Sing is an annual event where people gather for an evening of music at Lime Kiln Point State Park to honor the Southern Resident orcas and celebrate Orca Action Month. This year’s event is the 20th annual and will take place on Saturday, June 22, with the music beginning at 7 p.m. This year, Continue Reading
Volunteer of the Month
Written on June 11, 2019 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor has announced that Alexandra Adinolf is the Volunteer of the Month for June. Alex became a volunteer at the animal shelter at the beginning of the year and has been a wonderful addition to the organization. She visits the shelter each week to walk and socialize with the Continue Reading
Join in the Salish Splash to Celebrate Orca Recovery
Written on June 7, 2019 at 10:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Come jump in the water to celebrate the Southern Resident orcas at the “Salish Splash” at Jackson Beach on June 13 at 4 p.m. with Friends of the San Juans, the Port of Friday Harbor, State Senator Liz Lovelett, and other community members. This year, the Washington State Legislature passed a critical package of orca Continue Reading
New Calf in J-Pod
Written on June 1, 2019 at 7:38 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Center for Whale Research has received photographs taken by the Tofino Whale Centre of a calf accompanying J pod off of Tofino on May 30, 2019. Researchers at the CWR have confirmed that the calf is a new addition, and based on its coloration and body condition was likely born some time in the Continue Reading
Westside Naturalists this Weekend
Written on May 31, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just heard from Caroline Armon with the San Juan Island Naturalist Program. She wants to let you know that naturalists will be at the Land Bank’s Westside Preserve, south of Lime Kiln State Park, to answer your questions and share information about the whales and the Salish Sea. Friday, May 31 from 2pm-5pm Saturday, June Continue Reading
Treasure Hounds Needs You
Written on May 23, 2019 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
Treasure Hounds is looking for volunteers with retail and customer service experience. Shifts available are 3 hours and 6 hours. If you are interested, please contact Leslie Byron at (360) 317-4311 or (360) 298-9058
Morning Visitor
Written on May 21, 2019 at 3:57 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Margie Smith shares this photo of a visitor to their yard this morning. Here’s what she had to say: Here’s a photo of the bear, (not very good quality I’m afraid, as it was through the window). This was our morning guest at the bird feeder. The feeder didn’t stand a chance!
Pet of the Week
Written on May 15, 2019 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
Hello there! My name is Chef Chutney and I just found a lovely recipe for an Indian dish. Maybe you could join me for an early dinner, I like to eat at 3:00. I picked up some fresh naan at the bakery, maybe you could bring a mango or two? I will be hungry and Continue Reading
New K-9 Capability in San Juan County
Written on May 10, 2019 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan County Sheriff Ron Krebs recently swore in the newest member of his team. Guss, an 18-month-old sable German shepherd, was welcomed to the Sheriff’s staff this week. Guss’s handler, Jay Holt, has been a Deputy in the islands for the past year. Holt worked previously with the Burlington Police Department. Sheriff Krebs indicated Continue Reading
A Photographic Journey: Climate and Antarctica
Written on May 6, 2019 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
On Thursday, May 9, 2019, 5:30 pm, at Brickworks (150 Nichols St., Friday Harbor), photographer, filmmaker, former NASA researcher, bird expert, and Lopezian Peter Cavanagh will present a photographic journey of a voyage along the Scotia Arc to Antarctica. Come learn more about the vast polar desert, its amazing wildlife, and how changes in climate Continue Reading
Volunteer Of The Month
Written on May 3, 2019 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
The animal protection society of Friday Harbor is happy to announce that Kim Grotle is the volunteer for the month of May. Kim has been a loyal volunteer and spends her time at the animal shelter cuddling cats and assisting where needed. Thanks so much, Kim, for making a difference in the lives of homeless Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on April 25, 2019 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Bon Jour…..Est-ce que tu parles francais? I didn’t know I could speak French either, until just now. Who wouldn’t be interested in a bilingual dog who is a mignonne as me? I have so much to offer that you really should just come in and meet me at the animal shelter. We can go for Continue Reading
All Four Orca Recovery Priority Bills Pass Washington State Legislature
Written on April 17, 2019 at 5:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
Salmon habitat recovery, oil spill prevention, vessel noise and disturbance, reducing toxic pollution are all now expected to reach Governor Inslee’s desk. Bills passed: Protecting habitat (HB 1579) Lead sponsor Representative Joe Fitzgibbon (D-West Seattle) Supports chinook salmon and forage fish populations by protecting habitat and reducing invasive predatory species Preventing oil spills (HB 1578) Continue Reading