Topic: Nature
Mount Grant Preserved
Written on January 6, 2017 at 5:45 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Campaign for Mount Grant Preserve Reaches Finish Line We did it! After two years of fundraising, the $4.2 million Campaign for Mount Grant Preserve has come to a successful completion. The 141-acre ridgeline, which includes open grassy knolls and stately old-growth Douglas firs, is now permanently protected. The San Juan County Land Bank made an initial Continue Reading
Counting Birds
Written on January 2, 2017 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
We had a good time out on Saturday counting birds for the Audubon Society’s 117th Annual Christmas Bird Count. More information on counts around the county will be coming soon.
Project of the Year for NYC’s ASL Crew
Written on December 23, 2016 at 9:20 am, by Tim Dustrude
National Park Service and Northwest Youth Corps announce that their American Sign Language (ASL) Inclusion Conservation Crew has been honored with Corps Network Project of the Year Award. What: San Juan Island National Historical Park and Northwest Youth Corps (NYC) announce that the NYC American Sign Language (ASL) Inclusion Crew is chosen as one of Continue Reading
Work Party on Cady Mountain Preserve
Written on December 1, 2016 at 4:07 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Hello Oakies! It’s hard to believe we’re entering into our last work month of 2016 – thank you for all the pruning, limbing, hauling, and camaraderie this year. Your support is greatly appreciated! The next couple work parties will focus on protecting our little dears from those browsing big deers. When? Sundays, December 11 & Continue Reading
Morning on Mitchell Bay
Written on November 17, 2016 at 11:54 am, by Tim Dustrude
Theresa Simendinger shares a beautiful photo of this morning at Mitchell Bay with a rainbow reflection. Thanks for sharing Theresa!
3rd Annual Turkey Walk-not-Trot Trail Event
Written on November 9, 2016 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Opt outside for a leisurely morning stroll to the summit of Mount Grant Preserve, then savor some cider and 360-degree views before heading back down. Your friends, family, even your dog, will appreciate the opportunity to work off some of that Thanksgiving dinner before settling back into the couch for the afternoon bowl games. Friday, Continue Reading
Apply for the WSU SJC Master Gardener Program
Written on November 8, 2016 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Hard working Master Gardeners tend and harvest vegetables for the the Friday Harbor Food Bank from the San Juan Island Master Garden Demonstration Garden. If you are interested in being a Master Gardener yourself, applications are being accepted for the 2017 San Juan County WSU Master Gardener Training Program. Volunteer trainees will receive over 60 Continue Reading
Work Party on Cady Mountain Preserve
Written on October 25, 2016 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
Tanja from the Land Bank shares this invitation with you… Hello Oakies! I hope you all have been enjoying the work party respite and are ready for some Fall Planting Fun atop Cady Mountain! Under the guidance of Land Steward, Eliza Habegger, The Salish Seeds Project had a fruitful season and has many native species Continue Reading
Jim’s Calendar is Out Soon
Written on October 19, 2016 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Captain Jim Maya has this news to share… Dear Friends… I hope this note finds you all well. Our new calendar is out soon! San Juan Islands Wild, 2017… The Photography of James Mead Maya. Here is the cover image. You can order by return email, at www.mayasimages.com and through Facebook, at Maya’s Images. If Continue Reading
Become a Master Gardener
Written on October 14, 2016 at 5:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
Looking for a fun way to get involved? Love problem solving? Interested in gardening? Apply now to become a WSU Master Gardener! Applications are now being accepted for the 2017 San Juan County WSU Master Gardener Training Program. Volunteer trainees will receive over 60 hours of training, both in the classroom and on-line. The training Continue Reading
Still Time To Prepare For Stormy Weather Ahead
Written on October 13, 2016 at 3:29 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Dave Halloran with SJCDEM shares these thoughts before the storm… The National Weather Service has updated their forecast with the latest information available. They are forecasting with higher certainty that storm 1 of 2 this weekend will start early evening tonight the 13th with the strongest winds starting late in the evening and lasting into Continue Reading
First European Green Crab in Washington’s Salish Sea
Written on October 11, 2016 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
by Sylvia Yamada and Craig Staude “Sylvia, I think we caught one!” Craig Staude shouted excitedly as he and his team of volunteers opened a baited trap in a tidal channel near the sculpture park at Roche Harbor on August 30th. Sure enough, the 74-millimeter-wide male was the first live European green crab ever caught Continue Reading
Autumnal Animal Adventure
Written on October 6, 2016 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
Bring your family out to relish autumn with naturalist Shona Aitken. Shona will lead an exploration into the woods in search of wild creatures. Your child will use their senses to find clues about which animals live there and where they would go to stay dry and warm when the weather becomes cold and wet. Continue Reading
Dyeing with Nature
Written on September 30, 2016 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan Island Garden Club will meet at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, October 4, at the Mullis Community Center located at 589 Nash Street, Friday Harbor. The guest speaker will be Krispi Staude, who will explain/demonstrate how she uses photo dyes and natural plant material for “dye printing” fabrics. Come join us for coffee, Continue Reading
Our Own SJI CC Thistle Slayers
Written on September 28, 2016 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
by Theresa Simendinger On two very hot days of July, Friday the 22nd and Tuesday the 26th, the San Juan Island Conservation Corps (SJICC) climbed up Young Hill to take down the thistle. The first crew of four kids with the CC of Middle School looked like the proverbial David against Goliath but as you Continue Reading
Skyline Garden Club Hosted Excursion
Written on September 25, 2016 at 5:31 am, by Tim Dustrude
John Christianson, of Christianson’s Nursery in Mount Vernon, often shares his in depth knowledge of all things garden nursery related. This time he will share his knowledge of alternatives to overused plants/dwarf shrubs and trees. His presentations are always filled with common sense and good humor. This is an opportunity one will not want to Continue Reading
Know Your Island Walk
Written on September 20, 2016 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
On this leisurely 2-3 hour interpretive walk up Young Hill, discover how to beneficially relate to Nature in and around you through your senses. Nature’s maverick genius Mike Cohen will teach us as we walk. Meet at the English Camp parking lot at 1:00 PM, Saturday, September 24th.
Praying Mantis
Written on September 13, 2016 at 5:53 am, by Tim Dustrude
Local photographer John Miller shares this image he captured this weekend… Tim – My wife, Victoria, called excitedly to me to come the garden and bring my camera. What a surprise to to see the following insect. John PS – for those who are interested: Nikon Df, 105mm manual focus macro, spot meter, f5.6, handheld Continue Reading
Shoreline Workshop
Written on September 10, 2016 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Free Workshop for Shoreline Property Owners and Managers September 24th Interested in learning more about your shoreline property and how it can help feed salmon, seabirds and orca? Join engineering geologist and shoreline erosion management expert Jim Johannessen of Coastal Geologic Services and nearshore habitat biologist Tina Whitman of Friends of the San Juans for Continue Reading
Secrets of Gardening
Written on September 10, 2016 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
All gardeners are invited to this year’s 2016 Annual Gardening Workshop: Secrets of Gardening, presented by the San Juan County Master Gardeners at Friday Harbor Middle School on Saturday, October 1st, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This year’s keynote speaker will be author and biologist Thor Hanson (thorhanson.net), speaking about seeds, based on his Continue Reading
Island Rec – Star Party
Written on September 8, 2016 at 1:17 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Join the National Park Service and Island Rec to honor the 50th Anniversary of San Juan Island National Historical Park. 7:00pm Bat Talk ‘n Walk 8:00pm Cake 8:30pm Owl Prowl ‘n Star Walk. Large telescopes will be available for viewing. Rochelle Kelly, (a PhD candidate at the University of Washington studying our local bats), will Continue Reading
Leave No Trace
Written on September 7, 2016 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Leave No Trace Traveling Trainers will visit September 8-10 The traveling trainers are back and they’re bringing Big Foot along to share their message of sustainable minimum impact practices to enjoy the outdoors responsibly. Click here for more information about Leave No Trace and be sure to check out the flyer at right to see what’s Continue Reading
Mount Grant Preserved
Written on January 6, 2017 at 5:45 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Campaign for Mount Grant Preserve Reaches Finish Line We did it! After two years of fundraising, the $4.2 million Campaign for Mount Grant Preserve has come to a successful completion. The 141-acre ridgeline, which includes open grassy knolls and stately old-growth Douglas firs, is now permanently protected. The San Juan County Land Bank made an initial Continue Reading
Counting Birds
Written on January 2, 2017 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
We had a good time out on Saturday counting birds for the Audubon Society’s 117th Annual Christmas Bird Count. More information on counts around the county will be coming soon.
Project of the Year for NYC’s ASL Crew
Written on December 23, 2016 at 9:20 am, by Tim Dustrude
National Park Service and Northwest Youth Corps announce that their American Sign Language (ASL) Inclusion Conservation Crew has been honored with Corps Network Project of the Year Award. What: San Juan Island National Historical Park and Northwest Youth Corps (NYC) announce that the NYC American Sign Language (ASL) Inclusion Crew is chosen as one of Continue Reading
Work Party on Cady Mountain Preserve
Written on December 1, 2016 at 4:07 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Hello Oakies! It’s hard to believe we’re entering into our last work month of 2016 – thank you for all the pruning, limbing, hauling, and camaraderie this year. Your support is greatly appreciated! The next couple work parties will focus on protecting our little dears from those browsing big deers. When? Sundays, December 11 & Continue Reading
Morning on Mitchell Bay
Written on November 17, 2016 at 11:54 am, by Tim Dustrude
Theresa Simendinger shares a beautiful photo of this morning at Mitchell Bay with a rainbow reflection. Thanks for sharing Theresa!
3rd Annual Turkey Walk-not-Trot Trail Event
Written on November 9, 2016 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Opt outside for a leisurely morning stroll to the summit of Mount Grant Preserve, then savor some cider and 360-degree views before heading back down. Your friends, family, even your dog, will appreciate the opportunity to work off some of that Thanksgiving dinner before settling back into the couch for the afternoon bowl games. Friday, Continue Reading
Apply for the WSU SJC Master Gardener Program
Written on November 8, 2016 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Hard working Master Gardeners tend and harvest vegetables for the the Friday Harbor Food Bank from the San Juan Island Master Garden Demonstration Garden. If you are interested in being a Master Gardener yourself, applications are being accepted for the 2017 San Juan County WSU Master Gardener Training Program. Volunteer trainees will receive over 60 Continue Reading
Work Party on Cady Mountain Preserve
Written on October 25, 2016 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
Tanja from the Land Bank shares this invitation with you… Hello Oakies! I hope you all have been enjoying the work party respite and are ready for some Fall Planting Fun atop Cady Mountain! Under the guidance of Land Steward, Eliza Habegger, The Salish Seeds Project had a fruitful season and has many native species Continue Reading
Jim’s Calendar is Out Soon
Written on October 19, 2016 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Captain Jim Maya has this news to share… Dear Friends… I hope this note finds you all well. Our new calendar is out soon! San Juan Islands Wild, 2017… The Photography of James Mead Maya. Here is the cover image. You can order by return email, at www.mayasimages.com and through Facebook, at Maya’s Images. If Continue Reading
Become a Master Gardener
Written on October 14, 2016 at 5:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
Looking for a fun way to get involved? Love problem solving? Interested in gardening? Apply now to become a WSU Master Gardener! Applications are now being accepted for the 2017 San Juan County WSU Master Gardener Training Program. Volunteer trainees will receive over 60 hours of training, both in the classroom and on-line. The training Continue Reading
Still Time To Prepare For Stormy Weather Ahead
Written on October 13, 2016 at 3:29 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Dave Halloran with SJCDEM shares these thoughts before the storm… The National Weather Service has updated their forecast with the latest information available. They are forecasting with higher certainty that storm 1 of 2 this weekend will start early evening tonight the 13th with the strongest winds starting late in the evening and lasting into Continue Reading
First European Green Crab in Washington’s Salish Sea
Written on October 11, 2016 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
by Sylvia Yamada and Craig Staude “Sylvia, I think we caught one!” Craig Staude shouted excitedly as he and his team of volunteers opened a baited trap in a tidal channel near the sculpture park at Roche Harbor on August 30th. Sure enough, the 74-millimeter-wide male was the first live European green crab ever caught Continue Reading
Autumnal Animal Adventure
Written on October 6, 2016 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
Bring your family out to relish autumn with naturalist Shona Aitken. Shona will lead an exploration into the woods in search of wild creatures. Your child will use their senses to find clues about which animals live there and where they would go to stay dry and warm when the weather becomes cold and wet. Continue Reading
Dyeing with Nature
Written on September 30, 2016 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan Island Garden Club will meet at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, October 4, at the Mullis Community Center located at 589 Nash Street, Friday Harbor. The guest speaker will be Krispi Staude, who will explain/demonstrate how she uses photo dyes and natural plant material for “dye printing” fabrics. Come join us for coffee, Continue Reading
Our Own SJI CC Thistle Slayers
Written on September 28, 2016 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
by Theresa Simendinger On two very hot days of July, Friday the 22nd and Tuesday the 26th, the San Juan Island Conservation Corps (SJICC) climbed up Young Hill to take down the thistle. The first crew of four kids with the CC of Middle School looked like the proverbial David against Goliath but as you Continue Reading
Skyline Garden Club Hosted Excursion
Written on September 25, 2016 at 5:31 am, by Tim Dustrude
John Christianson, of Christianson’s Nursery in Mount Vernon, often shares his in depth knowledge of all things garden nursery related. This time he will share his knowledge of alternatives to overused plants/dwarf shrubs and trees. His presentations are always filled with common sense and good humor. This is an opportunity one will not want to Continue Reading
Know Your Island Walk
Written on September 20, 2016 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
On this leisurely 2-3 hour interpretive walk up Young Hill, discover how to beneficially relate to Nature in and around you through your senses. Nature’s maverick genius Mike Cohen will teach us as we walk. Meet at the English Camp parking lot at 1:00 PM, Saturday, September 24th.
Praying Mantis
Written on September 13, 2016 at 5:53 am, by Tim Dustrude
Local photographer John Miller shares this image he captured this weekend… Tim – My wife, Victoria, called excitedly to me to come the garden and bring my camera. What a surprise to to see the following insect. John PS – for those who are interested: Nikon Df, 105mm manual focus macro, spot meter, f5.6, handheld Continue Reading
Shoreline Workshop
Written on September 10, 2016 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Free Workshop for Shoreline Property Owners and Managers September 24th Interested in learning more about your shoreline property and how it can help feed salmon, seabirds and orca? Join engineering geologist and shoreline erosion management expert Jim Johannessen of Coastal Geologic Services and nearshore habitat biologist Tina Whitman of Friends of the San Juans for Continue Reading
Secrets of Gardening
Written on September 10, 2016 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
All gardeners are invited to this year’s 2016 Annual Gardening Workshop: Secrets of Gardening, presented by the San Juan County Master Gardeners at Friday Harbor Middle School on Saturday, October 1st, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This year’s keynote speaker will be author and biologist Thor Hanson (thorhanson.net), speaking about seeds, based on his Continue Reading
Island Rec – Star Party
Written on September 8, 2016 at 1:17 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Join the National Park Service and Island Rec to honor the 50th Anniversary of San Juan Island National Historical Park. 7:00pm Bat Talk ‘n Walk 8:00pm Cake 8:30pm Owl Prowl ‘n Star Walk. Large telescopes will be available for viewing. Rochelle Kelly, (a PhD candidate at the University of Washington studying our local bats), will Continue Reading
Leave No Trace
Written on September 7, 2016 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Leave No Trace Traveling Trainers will visit September 8-10 The traveling trainers are back and they’re bringing Big Foot along to share their message of sustainable minimum impact practices to enjoy the outdoors responsibly. Click here for more information about Leave No Trace and be sure to check out the flyer at right to see what’s Continue Reading