Topic: Environment
Walking for the Salish Sea
Written on June 1, 2017 at 8:16 am, by Tim Dustrude
Liza Michaelson writes to say thanks and to recap her recent walk… Thanks for your support! Glenn, John, Gretchen and I returned today from our epic Walk 4 The Salish Sea. I want to thank all of you for your Generous support. Our San Juan Island team of 4 has raised well past our goal Continue Reading
Burn Permit Extension
Written on June 1, 2017 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Due to fire risk remaining low here in San Juan County and the wet spring we have had, burning will remain open beyond the May 31 end date, unless posted otherwise, Burn Permit holders can expect burning to remain open for the duration of the month of June for residential permits and permits to be Continue Reading
Local Firefighters Help at Leavenworth
Written on May 25, 2017 at 2:51 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Three local agencies have sent response staff to support operations on the Spromberg Fire north of Leavenworth, WA. The blaze began in a massive pile of old logs and timber just off the Chumstick Highway mid-day on May 23rd. Given the intensity and the strong winds, the fire spread quickly. As part of the State Continue Reading
Just Transition: The Intersection of Jobs and the Environment
Written on May 25, 2017 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just Transition is the path as yet untaken at the intersection of labor and environment. It’s a way to help people working in industries that are environmentally unsustainable make the transition to new, good jobs in industries that are both environmentally and economically sustainable. Imagine how many jobs would be created if we started training Continue Reading
In Support of Pull Together
Written on May 24, 2017 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Liza Michaelson writes to ask for your support… Family and Friends, Do you LOVE the San Juan Islands? Do you LOVE our pristine beaches and fresh seafood? Do you LOVE the Orca whales who call this region home? Next week, with 3 other hearty folks from San Juan Island, I will be joining a group Continue Reading
Town Has Successful Spring Clean Up Week
Written on May 23, 2017 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Town of Friday Harbor had its first Spring Clean Up event during the week of May 15th through May 19th. The program was designed to help regular refuse customers get rid of larger items that would not fit in their garbage cans. This was a free program approved by the Mayor and Council to Continue Reading
Garden Club Hosted Excursion
Written on May 23, 2017 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Christianson’s Rosy Day out and LaConner The first stop on this excursion is LaConner. A beautiful destination with museums, unique shops and fine food for brunch or lunch. Then on to Christianson’s to hear Rebecca Reed, of David Austin Roses, describe characteristics and qualities of varieties. Her talk will instill confidence and inspire you to Continue Reading
Congratulations to San Juan Safaris
Written on May 22, 2017 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Safaris Whale Watch & Wildlife Tours Awarded Best-Eco Adventure Tour in the Pacific Northwest For the second year in a row, San Juan Safaris Whale Watch & Wildlife Tours is voted Best Eco-Adventure in the Pacific Northwest by Seattle King 5 and voters in their annual “Best of Pacific Northwest Escapes” viewer polls. Continue Reading
Work Party on Cady Mountain Preserve
Written on May 18, 2017 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Hello Oakies! Thom returns from back East this week and has his eye on invasives removal for this weekend’s work party as well as limbing/piling. There’s the possibility of burning the piles from our previous work parties, but that will depend on the weather. Oddly, a high of 65F is expected! When? Sunday, May 21 Continue Reading
Endangered Species Day
Written on May 16, 2017 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Southern Resident Killer Whales will be recognized in a display on the San Juan County Courthouse and Council Chamber lawns on Endangered Species Day, Friday, May 19th. There will be 86 orca whale dorsal fins displayed representing the 78 living free members of the Southern Resident Killer Whale J, K and L pods, plus the Continue Reading
Tim Seifert to Leave SJPT
Written on May 13, 2017 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
Long-Time Leader of San Juan Preservation Trust to Step Down Search for Successor is Underway The San Juan Preservation Trust today announced that Tim Seifert, who has served as the organization’s Executive Director for 15 years, has informed the Preservation Trust’s board of trustees that it is time to identify his successor. Accordingly, the board Continue Reading
Learn How to Make Biochar
Written on May 4, 2017 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Biochar, a charcoal made from woody biomass that stores carbon and improves soil, is an emerging option for forest owners to generate income and remove excess wood from densely stocked forests. Biochar can increase agricultural productivity, improve soil fertility, and help mitigate climate change. This workshop will take you through the steps to turn low-value Continue Reading
BLM Seeks Nominations to Monument Advisory Committee
Written on May 4, 2017 at 5:36 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking public nominations for four open positions on the San Juan Islands National Monument Advisory Committee (MAC). The nomination period is open until May 26, 2017. The BLM’s Resource Advisory Councils (RACs), of which the MAC is one, help the Bureau carry out its multiple-use mission and stewardship Continue Reading
The Great Islands Clean Up
Written on April 21, 2017 at 4:22 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Litter-Free by the Sea: The Great Islands Clean-Up on Saturday, April 22 Don’t forget – it is time for the 2017 Great Islands Clean-Up, the annual county-wide spring-cleaning event, during which volunteers collect litter from public beaches and roadways. This year, the clean-up will be held on Earth Day, Saturday, April 22, from 9 a.m. to Continue Reading
Sunrise over Mt. Baker
Written on April 21, 2017 at 9:02 am, by Tim Dustrude
Kevin Holmes captured this beautiful sunrise photo from the redeye ferry. A gorgeous beginning to your Friday. Thanks for sharing Kevin!
Why We March for Climate
Written on April 21, 2017 at 5:53 am, by Tim Dustrude
In the San Juan Update mailbag this morning we find this letter from Katie Fleming of FRIENDS of the San Juans… On April 29, millions of people will march for climate action in 250 cities across the world. San Juan County is no exception. Join us at 12 noon at the Courthouse in Friday Harbor. Continue Reading
Walking for the Salish Sea
Written on June 1, 2017 at 8:16 am, by Tim Dustrude
Liza Michaelson writes to say thanks and to recap her recent walk… Thanks for your support! Glenn, John, Gretchen and I returned today from our epic Walk 4 The Salish Sea. I want to thank all of you for your Generous support. Our San Juan Island team of 4 has raised well past our goal Continue Reading
Burn Permit Extension
Written on June 1, 2017 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Due to fire risk remaining low here in San Juan County and the wet spring we have had, burning will remain open beyond the May 31 end date, unless posted otherwise, Burn Permit holders can expect burning to remain open for the duration of the month of June for residential permits and permits to be Continue Reading
Local Firefighters Help at Leavenworth
Written on May 25, 2017 at 2:51 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Three local agencies have sent response staff to support operations on the Spromberg Fire north of Leavenworth, WA. The blaze began in a massive pile of old logs and timber just off the Chumstick Highway mid-day on May 23rd. Given the intensity and the strong winds, the fire spread quickly. As part of the State Continue Reading
Just Transition: The Intersection of Jobs and the Environment
Written on May 25, 2017 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just Transition is the path as yet untaken at the intersection of labor and environment. It’s a way to help people working in industries that are environmentally unsustainable make the transition to new, good jobs in industries that are both environmentally and economically sustainable. Imagine how many jobs would be created if we started training Continue Reading
In Support of Pull Together
Written on May 24, 2017 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Liza Michaelson writes to ask for your support… Family and Friends, Do you LOVE the San Juan Islands? Do you LOVE our pristine beaches and fresh seafood? Do you LOVE the Orca whales who call this region home? Next week, with 3 other hearty folks from San Juan Island, I will be joining a group Continue Reading
Town Has Successful Spring Clean Up Week
Written on May 23, 2017 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Town of Friday Harbor had its first Spring Clean Up event during the week of May 15th through May 19th. The program was designed to help regular refuse customers get rid of larger items that would not fit in their garbage cans. This was a free program approved by the Mayor and Council to Continue Reading
Garden Club Hosted Excursion
Written on May 23, 2017 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Christianson’s Rosy Day out and LaConner The first stop on this excursion is LaConner. A beautiful destination with museums, unique shops and fine food for brunch or lunch. Then on to Christianson’s to hear Rebecca Reed, of David Austin Roses, describe characteristics and qualities of varieties. Her talk will instill confidence and inspire you to Continue Reading
Congratulations to San Juan Safaris
Written on May 22, 2017 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Safaris Whale Watch & Wildlife Tours Awarded Best-Eco Adventure Tour in the Pacific Northwest For the second year in a row, San Juan Safaris Whale Watch & Wildlife Tours is voted Best Eco-Adventure in the Pacific Northwest by Seattle King 5 and voters in their annual “Best of Pacific Northwest Escapes” viewer polls. Continue Reading
Work Party on Cady Mountain Preserve
Written on May 18, 2017 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Hello Oakies! Thom returns from back East this week and has his eye on invasives removal for this weekend’s work party as well as limbing/piling. There’s the possibility of burning the piles from our previous work parties, but that will depend on the weather. Oddly, a high of 65F is expected! When? Sunday, May 21 Continue Reading
Endangered Species Day
Written on May 16, 2017 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Southern Resident Killer Whales will be recognized in a display on the San Juan County Courthouse and Council Chamber lawns on Endangered Species Day, Friday, May 19th. There will be 86 orca whale dorsal fins displayed representing the 78 living free members of the Southern Resident Killer Whale J, K and L pods, plus the Continue Reading
Tim Seifert to Leave SJPT
Written on May 13, 2017 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
Long-Time Leader of San Juan Preservation Trust to Step Down Search for Successor is Underway The San Juan Preservation Trust today announced that Tim Seifert, who has served as the organization’s Executive Director for 15 years, has informed the Preservation Trust’s board of trustees that it is time to identify his successor. Accordingly, the board Continue Reading
Learn How to Make Biochar
Written on May 4, 2017 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Biochar, a charcoal made from woody biomass that stores carbon and improves soil, is an emerging option for forest owners to generate income and remove excess wood from densely stocked forests. Biochar can increase agricultural productivity, improve soil fertility, and help mitigate climate change. This workshop will take you through the steps to turn low-value Continue Reading
BLM Seeks Nominations to Monument Advisory Committee
Written on May 4, 2017 at 5:36 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking public nominations for four open positions on the San Juan Islands National Monument Advisory Committee (MAC). The nomination period is open until May 26, 2017. The BLM’s Resource Advisory Councils (RACs), of which the MAC is one, help the Bureau carry out its multiple-use mission and stewardship Continue Reading
The Great Islands Clean Up
Written on April 21, 2017 at 4:22 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Litter-Free by the Sea: The Great Islands Clean-Up on Saturday, April 22 Don’t forget – it is time for the 2017 Great Islands Clean-Up, the annual county-wide spring-cleaning event, during which volunteers collect litter from public beaches and roadways. This year, the clean-up will be held on Earth Day, Saturday, April 22, from 9 a.m. to Continue Reading
Sunrise over Mt. Baker
Written on April 21, 2017 at 9:02 am, by Tim Dustrude
Kevin Holmes captured this beautiful sunrise photo from the redeye ferry. A gorgeous beginning to your Friday. Thanks for sharing Kevin!
Why We March for Climate
Written on April 21, 2017 at 5:53 am, by Tim Dustrude
In the San Juan Update mailbag this morning we find this letter from Katie Fleming of FRIENDS of the San Juans… On April 29, millions of people will march for climate action in 250 cities across the world. San Juan County is no exception. Join us at 12 noon at the Courthouse in Friday Harbor. Continue Reading