Topic: Animals
Bees Love Blue and Violet! Visit Master Gardeners at the Fair.
Written on August 9, 2017 at 5:35 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Learn about bees at the Master Gardeners booth at the San Juan County Fair August 16 – 19… Did you know that native bees and honey bees love blue and violet flowers? Why? Plants may have evolved blue and violet flowers to be attractive to their most efficient pollinators. A bee’s eye perceives blue, violet, and Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on August 7, 2017 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
What do you mean, your husband won’t let you have a cat? Did I miss something here? Is it 1954 all over again? Are women supposed to be happy with a new ironing board once in a while and an occasional trip to Connie’s Cut-n-Curl? I think not! Ladies, this is YOUR time! You are Continue Reading
FHL Tide Bites
Written on August 3, 2017 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
What Happens to San Juan Sea Urchins in the Absence of Predatory Sea Stars? – Investigating the Relationships Between Baby Green Urchins, Coralline Algae, and Crabs by Dara Yiu Dara is an undergraduate in UW’s School of Aquatic & Fishery Sciences. She first joined Friday Harbor Laboratories as a ZooBot student in Spring 2016, and Continue Reading
Workshop and FUNraiser for the Center for Whale Research
Written on July 31, 2017 at 5:57 am, by Tim Dustrude
Center for Whale Research Workshop and Raise A Glass For Research FUNraiser ~ A Whale of a Success The Center For Whale Research held it’s first workshop and auction on July 21st with a focus on Research-Action-Recovery of the local Southern Resident killer whales. The Celebrating Science Workshop filled every seat at Brickworks with 150 Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on July 31, 2017 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Personal Ad: I saw you recently at Wags to Riches. I was all in white with a few tasteful tan spots and you were dressed in pic-nic attire. You looked into my eyes, scratched my ears and told me you thought I was exceptionally handsome. I thought for sure we’d be leaving together. Where did Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on July 24, 2017 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Trevor here. You know, the great Nora Desmond once said, “All right, Mr. DeMille, I’m ready for my close-up.” I can identify! I’ve been here at the animal shelter for quite a while now, and so far, nobody has noticed me. I am ready for my close-up! Take a good look, because you don’t see Continue Reading
Springer Has a New Calf!
Written on July 18, 2017 at 5:53 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s the latest from the Whale Museum… On June 5th, CetaceaLab spotted Springer (A73) with her second calf off of British Columbia’s north central coast. The Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) later confirmed the new addition. Springer’s first calf, Spirit was born in 2013. This summer marks the 15th year since Springer was Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on July 17, 2017 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Oscar Wilde once said, “In matters of grave importance, Style, not sincerity is the vital thing.” My name is Andrew and I like to think I offer both style and sincerity. I’m only about 8 months old, but everyone here at the animal shelter says I’m an “old soul”. I don’t really know what that Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on July 10, 2017 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
Hello, Dahlinks. I am Indigo. Just because I am a Russian Blue cat does not necessarily mean I am a spy. However, I’ll admit, I do enjoy listening in on you, especially when I hear the sound of a can opening. That always gets my attention. And, to be honest, I also like watching you. Continue Reading
Treasure Hounds
Written on July 7, 2017 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
Looking for just the right furnishings for your home at a reasonable price? The Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor invites you to visit “Treasure Hounds”, a retail/resale store offering quality, pre-owned furniture, fine art, and home decor. We also have some beautiful china, glassware, antiques and collectibles. The store is located at 689 Continue Reading
Raise a Glass for Research
Written on July 5, 2017 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Center for Whale Research is hosting an all day workshop followed by an evening event at the Brickworks in Friday Harbor on July 21st. The workshop will highlight the research that has been conducted by the Center for Whale Research over the last 42 years, and how this research can be translated into conservation Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on July 3, 2017 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Hi! My name is Bobby. Yes, I actually do know where your blanket went. And… I believe you know where the dog treats are kept. Maybe we can make a deal? I’m just a pup, but I’ve already learned a lot in six short months. Do you know that if you say “Jesus” backwards it Continue Reading
Orca Protectors
Written on June 26, 2017 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
In this year’s Fourth of July parade in Friday Harbor on San Juan Island, sponsored by the San Juan Island Chamber of Commerce, 16 organizations — each dedicated to the protection of the endangered Southern Resident Killer Whale — will be marching together showing their shared support of the orcas. Our region’s resident orcas — Continue Reading
Swallow Nests
Written on June 21, 2017 at 3:53 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Its summer! Swallows are swooping around catching insects and making their nests in your barn, under the eaves of your house or on the light fixture above your back door. Swallows eat huge numbers of flying insects, including mosquitoes and other biting insects and some that are garden pests, so we all benefit from having Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on June 12, 2017 at 5:59 am, by Tim Dustrude
Diary of a Cat on the Inside by Mr. Higgins: Day 341 of my incarceration here at the animal shelter. My captors continue to spoil me with every luxury. Soft beds, cat treats, two meals a day. I have many volunteers at my disposal to brush and pamper me. The wardens are kind. I dare Continue Reading
Keeping them Wild
Written on June 6, 2017 at 5:53 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s an announcement for you from Wolf Hollow… As spring babies are born, you might be lucky enough to spot delicate deer fawns, furry fox and raccoon kits and little downy ducklings. Baby wild animals are so cute, and sometimes our natural instinct is to get close to them. However, it is much better for Continue Reading
Bees Love Blue and Violet! Visit Master Gardeners at the Fair.
Written on August 9, 2017 at 5:35 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Learn about bees at the Master Gardeners booth at the San Juan County Fair August 16 – 19… Did you know that native bees and honey bees love blue and violet flowers? Why? Plants may have evolved blue and violet flowers to be attractive to their most efficient pollinators. A bee’s eye perceives blue, violet, and Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on August 7, 2017 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
What do you mean, your husband won’t let you have a cat? Did I miss something here? Is it 1954 all over again? Are women supposed to be happy with a new ironing board once in a while and an occasional trip to Connie’s Cut-n-Curl? I think not! Ladies, this is YOUR time! You are Continue Reading
FHL Tide Bites
Written on August 3, 2017 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
What Happens to San Juan Sea Urchins in the Absence of Predatory Sea Stars? – Investigating the Relationships Between Baby Green Urchins, Coralline Algae, and Crabs by Dara Yiu Dara is an undergraduate in UW’s School of Aquatic & Fishery Sciences. She first joined Friday Harbor Laboratories as a ZooBot student in Spring 2016, and Continue Reading
Workshop and FUNraiser for the Center for Whale Research
Written on July 31, 2017 at 5:57 am, by Tim Dustrude
Center for Whale Research Workshop and Raise A Glass For Research FUNraiser ~ A Whale of a Success The Center For Whale Research held it’s first workshop and auction on July 21st with a focus on Research-Action-Recovery of the local Southern Resident killer whales. The Celebrating Science Workshop filled every seat at Brickworks with 150 Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on July 31, 2017 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Personal Ad: I saw you recently at Wags to Riches. I was all in white with a few tasteful tan spots and you were dressed in pic-nic attire. You looked into my eyes, scratched my ears and told me you thought I was exceptionally handsome. I thought for sure we’d be leaving together. Where did Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on July 24, 2017 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Trevor here. You know, the great Nora Desmond once said, “All right, Mr. DeMille, I’m ready for my close-up.” I can identify! I’ve been here at the animal shelter for quite a while now, and so far, nobody has noticed me. I am ready for my close-up! Take a good look, because you don’t see Continue Reading
Springer Has a New Calf!
Written on July 18, 2017 at 5:53 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s the latest from the Whale Museum… On June 5th, CetaceaLab spotted Springer (A73) with her second calf off of British Columbia’s north central coast. The Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) later confirmed the new addition. Springer’s first calf, Spirit was born in 2013. This summer marks the 15th year since Springer was Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on July 17, 2017 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Oscar Wilde once said, “In matters of grave importance, Style, not sincerity is the vital thing.” My name is Andrew and I like to think I offer both style and sincerity. I’m only about 8 months old, but everyone here at the animal shelter says I’m an “old soul”. I don’t really know what that Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on July 10, 2017 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
Hello, Dahlinks. I am Indigo. Just because I am a Russian Blue cat does not necessarily mean I am a spy. However, I’ll admit, I do enjoy listening in on you, especially when I hear the sound of a can opening. That always gets my attention. And, to be honest, I also like watching you. Continue Reading
Treasure Hounds
Written on July 7, 2017 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
Looking for just the right furnishings for your home at a reasonable price? The Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor invites you to visit “Treasure Hounds”, a retail/resale store offering quality, pre-owned furniture, fine art, and home decor. We also have some beautiful china, glassware, antiques and collectibles. The store is located at 689 Continue Reading
Raise a Glass for Research
Written on July 5, 2017 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Center for Whale Research is hosting an all day workshop followed by an evening event at the Brickworks in Friday Harbor on July 21st. The workshop will highlight the research that has been conducted by the Center for Whale Research over the last 42 years, and how this research can be translated into conservation Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on July 3, 2017 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Hi! My name is Bobby. Yes, I actually do know where your blanket went. And… I believe you know where the dog treats are kept. Maybe we can make a deal? I’m just a pup, but I’ve already learned a lot in six short months. Do you know that if you say “Jesus” backwards it Continue Reading
Orca Protectors
Written on June 26, 2017 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
In this year’s Fourth of July parade in Friday Harbor on San Juan Island, sponsored by the San Juan Island Chamber of Commerce, 16 organizations — each dedicated to the protection of the endangered Southern Resident Killer Whale — will be marching together showing their shared support of the orcas. Our region’s resident orcas — Continue Reading
Swallow Nests
Written on June 21, 2017 at 3:53 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Its summer! Swallows are swooping around catching insects and making their nests in your barn, under the eaves of your house or on the light fixture above your back door. Swallows eat huge numbers of flying insects, including mosquitoes and other biting insects and some that are garden pests, so we all benefit from having Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on June 12, 2017 at 5:59 am, by Tim Dustrude
Diary of a Cat on the Inside by Mr. Higgins: Day 341 of my incarceration here at the animal shelter. My captors continue to spoil me with every luxury. Soft beds, cat treats, two meals a day. I have many volunteers at my disposal to brush and pamper me. The wardens are kind. I dare Continue Reading
Keeping them Wild
Written on June 6, 2017 at 5:53 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s an announcement for you from Wolf Hollow… As spring babies are born, you might be lucky enough to spot delicate deer fawns, furry fox and raccoon kits and little downy ducklings. Baby wild animals are so cute, and sometimes our natural instinct is to get close to them. However, it is much better for Continue Reading