Topic: Animals
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
Pet of the Week
Written on April 15, 2019 at 5:14 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Ladies, are you tired of one-night stands and awkward blind dates? Look no further. . . I’m Arlo, your knight in shining armor waiting for you at the APS-FH. I’m a true gentleman that doesn’t kiss and tell and promise I always put the toilet seat down. To make it a date, visit me at Continue Reading
Ocean Outbreak
Written on April 12, 2019 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Book Talk: Drew Harvell will discuss her book, Ocean Outbreak: Confronting the Rising Tide of Marine Disease. This presentation will include updates on Sea Star Wasting Disease and salmon health in our Puget Sound waters. Drew is a local author and resident scientist at Friday Harbor Laboratories. A book signing and reception will follow the Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on April 8, 2019 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Swimsuit season is right around the corner and I am ready to hit the beach! If you would like to hang out with me in the sun, maybe share a glass of lemonade, come on over to the animal shelter! My name is Sister, I will be the one wearing a yellow tankini. Animal Protection Continue Reading
Owls in Flight
Written on April 7, 2019 at 11:34 am, by Tim Dustrude
John Miller shares another great wildlife photo. This one, entitled “Territorial Combat” shows two owls duking it out in flight. Click on the photo to enlarge it. Taken over Fir Island in early January. Thanks for sharing John!
Volunteer of the Month
Written on April 6, 2019 at 11:10 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor has announced that Storrie Arnold is the Volunteer of the Month for April. Storrie 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
More than 750 to Gather for Salmon Recovery Conference in Tacoma
Written on April 4, 2019 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
OLYMPIA–More than 750 scientists, salmon recovery experts and interested citizens from Washington and Oregon will meet in Tacoma next week for the seventh biennial Salmon Recovery Conference, marking the 20th anniversary of the Salmon Recovery Act. “By bringing together our state’s field biologists, engineers and policymakers, we’re providing a forum for information sharing and networking Continue Reading
Student Presentation on Southern Resident Killer Whale Recovery
Written on March 29, 2019 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Come join the Reardan FFA Agricultural Issues team as they perform their presentation titled “Is Washington Doing Enough to Save Puget Sound’s Southern Resident Killer Whales?” The Agricultural Issues Forum is an FFA Leadership Development Event that requires students to research an agricultural or natural resources issue and equitably present both sides of the issue. Continue Reading
BUZZ: The Nature and Necessity of Bees
Written on March 22, 2019 at 1:47 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Griffin Bay Bookstore is proud to announce that San Juan Island author, Thor Hanson, author of The Triumph of Seeds and Feathers, has won his third Pacific Northwest Booksellers Association award, receiving the 2019 PNBA award for BUZZ: The Nature and Necessity of Bees. Please join us at the San Juan Island Library when Griffin Continue Reading
Wolf Hollow Open House
Written on March 22, 2019 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Have you ever wondered where we keep seal pups or what enclosures are needed to rehabilitate eagles? This is your chance to find out. The animals we care for can’t be on display, but this is our quiet time of year, so we can show people round without disturbing any patients. Come for a guided Continue Reading
Longtime Fishery Science and Policy Manager Hired to Lead Governor’s Salmon Recovery Office
Written on March 19, 2019 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
The following press release is from the Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office… OLYMPIA – Erik Neatherlin, a scientist and longtime manager in the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife has been selected to lead the Governor’s Salmon Recovery Office, which coordinates statewide and regional efforts to return salmon from the brink of extinction. The Continue Reading
Cattle Point Eagle
Written on March 14, 2019 at 5:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
John Miller shares this photo he shot Wednesday of an eagle perched on top of Cattle Point Lighthouse. Pretty cool – Thanks for sharing John!
Pet of the Week
Written on March 11, 2019 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Hi there. I’m Wellington. If you’re like me, you were born to be wild, but only moderately wild and only for a few minutes a day or when the red dot is in the room. For the most part, I prefer napping and having someone to watch television and cuddle with. I’m here at the Continue Reading
Volunteer of the Month
Written on March 6, 2019 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor has announced that Tim Revercomb is the Volunteer of the Month for March. Tim became a volunteer at the animal shelter at the beginning of the year and has been a wonderful addition to the organization. He visits the shelter three times a week to walk dogs and Continue Reading
A River’s Last Chance
Written on March 4, 2019 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Friday Harbor Film Festival Winter Series – Best of the Fest – Tuesday, March 5th at the Grange at 7:00 pm A River’s Last Chance: A Story of Salmon, Timber, Weed and Wine along the Mighty Eel River – the award winning film about saving our Salmon and rivers. The Eel River in Northern California Continue Reading
Killer Ale IPA Launch Party
Written on March 4, 2019 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Ghostfish Brewing Partners with Orca Protection & Rescue to Release Limited Killer Ale IPA – Launch Party March 9th Seattle, WA – Ghostfish Brewing is set to launch Killer Ale IPA on March 9, 2019, a bold and distinctly Northwest influenced India Pale Ale brewed to benefit Washington-based Orca Protection & Rescue. Founded in 2018 Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on March 4, 2019 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Well. Since you asked, those pants actually do make your butt look big. I’m just being honest. My name is Berry and I believe there are two types of people in the world: Those who like cats, and morons. If you fall into the first category, we should meet. I’m here at the animal shelter… Continue Reading
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
Pet of the Week
Written on April 15, 2019 at 5:14 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Ladies, are you tired of one-night stands and awkward blind dates? Look no further. . . I’m Arlo, your knight in shining armor waiting for you at the APS-FH. I’m a true gentleman that doesn’t kiss and tell and promise I always put the toilet seat down. To make it a date, visit me at Continue Reading
Ocean Outbreak
Written on April 12, 2019 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Book Talk: Drew Harvell will discuss her book, Ocean Outbreak: Confronting the Rising Tide of Marine Disease. This presentation will include updates on Sea Star Wasting Disease and salmon health in our Puget Sound waters. Drew is a local author and resident scientist at Friday Harbor Laboratories. A book signing and reception will follow the Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on April 8, 2019 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Swimsuit season is right around the corner and I am ready to hit the beach! If you would like to hang out with me in the sun, maybe share a glass of lemonade, come on over to the animal shelter! My name is Sister, I will be the one wearing a yellow tankini. Animal Protection Continue Reading
Owls in Flight
Written on April 7, 2019 at 11:34 am, by Tim Dustrude
John Miller shares another great wildlife photo. This one, entitled “Territorial Combat” shows two owls duking it out in flight. Click on the photo to enlarge it. Taken over Fir Island in early January. Thanks for sharing John!
Volunteer of the Month
Written on April 6, 2019 at 11:10 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor has announced that Storrie Arnold is the Volunteer of the Month for April. Storrie 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
More than 750 to Gather for Salmon Recovery Conference in Tacoma
Written on April 4, 2019 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
OLYMPIA–More than 750 scientists, salmon recovery experts and interested citizens from Washington and Oregon will meet in Tacoma next week for the seventh biennial Salmon Recovery Conference, marking the 20th anniversary of the Salmon Recovery Act. “By bringing together our state’s field biologists, engineers and policymakers, we’re providing a forum for information sharing and networking Continue Reading
Student Presentation on Southern Resident Killer Whale Recovery
Written on March 29, 2019 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Come join the Reardan FFA Agricultural Issues team as they perform their presentation titled “Is Washington Doing Enough to Save Puget Sound’s Southern Resident Killer Whales?” The Agricultural Issues Forum is an FFA Leadership Development Event that requires students to research an agricultural or natural resources issue and equitably present both sides of the issue. Continue Reading
BUZZ: The Nature and Necessity of Bees
Written on March 22, 2019 at 1:47 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Griffin Bay Bookstore is proud to announce that San Juan Island author, Thor Hanson, author of The Triumph of Seeds and Feathers, has won his third Pacific Northwest Booksellers Association award, receiving the 2019 PNBA award for BUZZ: The Nature and Necessity of Bees. Please join us at the San Juan Island Library when Griffin Continue Reading
Wolf Hollow Open House
Written on March 22, 2019 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Have you ever wondered where we keep seal pups or what enclosures are needed to rehabilitate eagles? This is your chance to find out. The animals we care for can’t be on display, but this is our quiet time of year, so we can show people round without disturbing any patients. Come for a guided Continue Reading
Longtime Fishery Science and Policy Manager Hired to Lead Governor’s Salmon Recovery Office
Written on March 19, 2019 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
The following press release is from the Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office… OLYMPIA – Erik Neatherlin, a scientist and longtime manager in the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife has been selected to lead the Governor’s Salmon Recovery Office, which coordinates statewide and regional efforts to return salmon from the brink of extinction. The Continue Reading
Cattle Point Eagle
Written on March 14, 2019 at 5:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
John Miller shares this photo he shot Wednesday of an eagle perched on top of Cattle Point Lighthouse. Pretty cool – Thanks for sharing John!
Pet of the Week
Written on March 11, 2019 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Hi there. I’m Wellington. If you’re like me, you were born to be wild, but only moderately wild and only for a few minutes a day or when the red dot is in the room. For the most part, I prefer napping and having someone to watch television and cuddle with. I’m here at the Continue Reading
Volunteer of the Month
Written on March 6, 2019 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor has announced that Tim Revercomb is the Volunteer of the Month for March. Tim became a volunteer at the animal shelter at the beginning of the year and has been a wonderful addition to the organization. He visits the shelter three times a week to walk dogs and Continue Reading
A River’s Last Chance
Written on March 4, 2019 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Friday Harbor Film Festival Winter Series – Best of the Fest – Tuesday, March 5th at the Grange at 7:00 pm A River’s Last Chance: A Story of Salmon, Timber, Weed and Wine along the Mighty Eel River – the award winning film about saving our Salmon and rivers. The Eel River in Northern California Continue Reading
Killer Ale IPA Launch Party
Written on March 4, 2019 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Ghostfish Brewing Partners with Orca Protection & Rescue to Release Limited Killer Ale IPA – Launch Party March 9th Seattle, WA – Ghostfish Brewing is set to launch Killer Ale IPA on March 9, 2019, a bold and distinctly Northwest influenced India Pale Ale brewed to benefit Washington-based Orca Protection & Rescue. Founded in 2018 Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on March 4, 2019 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Well. Since you asked, those pants actually do make your butt look big. I’m just being honest. My name is Berry and I believe there are two types of people in the world: Those who like cats, and morons. If you fall into the first category, we should meet. I’m here at the animal shelter… Continue Reading