From Kanaka Bay Trading Company This online auction will be highlighting one-of-a-kind items that will be offered by artists, collectors, artisans and individuals who support animal welfare organizations on San Juan Island and other communities. The auction is open through St. Patrick’s Day, March 17. View the auction here. The entire proceeds from these items  Continue Reading

From Center for Whale Research J58 is a girl! The Center for Whale Research is pleased to confirm that J41’s calf, J58, is female. This approximately 6-month-old calf was born in September 2020. Jeanne Hyde photographed J58 from shore on March 6. The calf was rolling, showing her underside, which revealed her gender. New females  Continue Reading

From the Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor The Animal Protection Society – Friday Harbor is happy to announce Jim O’Brian of San Juan Island as the volunteer of the month for March 2021. Since October 2015, Jim has volunteered his time doing basic building maintenance, acting as a parking attendant for many fundraisers, and  Continue Reading

From Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor Age: 10 months Sex: Female Breed: Domestic Shorthair, Dilute Orange Tabby Application: www.apsfh.com/adoption-program/feline-application/ Meet Biscuit! Originally from Texas, she is a southern girl with that sweet, southern charm…she just doesn’t know it! Biscuit is working on gaining her self-confidence; she will need to find a patient, friendly family  Continue Reading

From the Center for Whale Research The Center for Whale Research is thrilled to confirm that a new calf, L125, has been born into the Southern Resident killer whale community. Following word that J, K, and L pod were in Haro Strait, CWR dispatched two boats with field researchers to photo-identify the new calf and  Continue Reading

By the Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor On Feb. 23, coinciding with World Spay Day, The Animal Protection Society Friday Harbor announced the launch of the APS-FH Spay/Neuter Clinic. According to The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, “cost is the reason most often cited by owners for not having their  Continue Reading

From the Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor Age: Approximately 6 years Sex: Male Breed: Domestic Longhair Application: www.apsfh.com/adoption-program/feline-application Shadow is an awesome cat that is full of personality and has a real zest for life! He had a difficult start living on the streets of Yakima, but has made his way over to San  Continue Reading

From the Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor Name: Meeka Age: About 8/9 years old Sex: Female Breed: Siberian Husky Application: www.apsfh.com/adoption-program/canine-application Meet Meeka, a sweet husky with an easy going personality! Meeka is tried and true to her breed, she loves adventures including long walks, hikes, and having fun! She is a known “explorer”  Continue Reading

From the Center for Whale Research We asked Center for Whale Research members and supporters to share a short story about a special whale, encounter or friendship that developed from a shared passion for whales. We are very grateful to those who shared their stories. This is what they wrote (listing in the order that  Continue Reading

From the Center For Whale Research The team at the Center For Whale Research wants to hear your whale love stories. Is there a whale that holds a special place in your heart? Or a whale encounter that still makes your heart go pitter-patter? Or perhaps you developed a special friendship with someone because of  Continue Reading

  From Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor Bandit and Sassy are a powerful little feline duo! These two love to be affectionate and are extremely outgoing. Bandit and Sassy took a long journey to come all the way out to beautiful San Juan Island, and are looking for their forever home. If you’re looking  Continue Reading

From San Juan Preservation Trust Thank you for helping us carry the San Juan Island Western Bluebird Project into the future with an online Western Bluebird training refresher on Thursday, Feb. 25. As this project evolves from a Preservation Trust-led to a volunteer-run program, it’s critical that we have a number of solidly committed community  Continue Reading

From Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor’s volunteer for the month of February is Pam Monin. Pam has been volunteering at the APS-FH Treasure Hounds store since July 2017. She has worked as a retail sales clerk for the store as well as being our visual merchandising and display  Continue Reading

From San Juan County Lank Bank On Jan. 22, Tom Marschner and his faithful walking companion, Ellie the Golden Retriever, encountered a rare and sad occurrence near the summit of Mount Grant. Splayed out on a mossy outcrop, with broken-tipped beaks, were two dead Bald Eagles. Tom and Ellie promptly reported the incident to Land  Continue Reading

From San Juan Island Library At 7 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 17, meet a conservation canine during the San Juan Island Library’s virtual Know Your Islanders event. Originally, the event was scheduled for January. Eba, the whale dog, is a poop-sniffing rescue dog in the University of Washington’s Center for Conservation Biology Whale Scat program. Eba  Continue Reading

Age: Approx 5-6 years Sex: Female Breed: Chihuahua mix Application: www.apsfh.com/adoption-program/canine-application Ginny has traveled a long way to find her forever home, and she is now ready for her special family. Ginny is initially very reserved and will need a patient person willing to work with her to gain confidence. But don’t let that deter  Continue Reading