Topic: Wildlife
CWR Video Campaign
Written on January 15, 2018 at 5:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Center For Whale Research is taking action to increase public awareness of the Southern Resident Killer Whales by taking the message onboard Washington State Ferries. Ken Balcomb, Founder and Principal Investigator of the Center For Whale Research launched a video ad campaign January 9th. This 15 second video will play in daily rotation on Continue Reading
Island Women’s March
Written on January 11, 2018 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Fired Up! Ready to go! Island Women’s March invites all islands to participate in a sidewalk march on January 20th, 2018 in Friday Harbor. We will meet at the Friday Harbor Courthouse on 1st Street, next to the American Legion. Staging time will be at Noon and the march will start at 12:30. The Saturday Continue Reading
A Night at the Whale Museum
Written on December 29, 2017 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s an invitation for you from the Whale Museum… Join us on January 11, 2018, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at The Whale Museum for a Reception to explore the Museum and enjoy excellent food, drinks, friends and the unveiling of our newest exhibits! Heavy hors d’oeuvres by Market Chef Wine by Northwest Totem Cellars Continue Reading
Beachwalkers Wanted!
Written on December 28, 2017 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
Help make a difference for the environment by collecting marine debris data for the Coastal Observation and Seabird Survey Team (COASST). COASST is a citizen science program involving participants in the collection of high quality data used in natural resource management and conservation decisions. Marine debris participants collect data on the characteristics and location of Continue Reading
FRIENDS Appeals SMP
Written on December 26, 2017 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
On Friday, December 22nd, the Friends of the San Juans (Friends) appealed San Juan County’s recently updated Shoreline Master Program (“SMP”) to the Washington Growth Management Hearings Board. The SMP is the primary tool for protecting the fragile marine ecosystem that depends on the health of that narrow band of shoreline where the water meets Continue Reading
Christmas Bird Count
Written on December 19, 2017 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Our count is set for Saturday, December 30th. Teams will be assigned areas within the 15-mile diameter circle to count all the birds in their area. I am still working on getting island leaders sorted out but I will be the coordinator for SJI and the overall coordinator. If you have questions or would like Continue Reading
Waterfowl Walk
Written on December 7, 2017 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island Family Nature Club Monthly Event – Waterfowl Walk! Saturday, December 16, 2017 from 1:00 to 2:00pm at Zylstra Lake, San Juan Island Shona Aitken of Wolf Hollow will lead a winter stroll around Zylstra Lake, a popular stop for overwintering water fowl, including Trumpeter Swans. Limited space available. Contact Tanja Williamson for Continue Reading
Owls Are Out!
Written on December 6, 2017 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
When you’re driving home from work, keep an eye out for owls. At this time of year its dark when most people are heading home from work so owls are already out hunting. They may be so focused on catching the mouse in the long grass at the side of the road that they don’t Continue Reading
Home for the Howl-idays
Written on December 4, 2017 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
A holiday celebration to benefit the animals in care at Wolf Hollow Wildlife Rehab Center and Friday Harbor Animal Protection Society! We’re teaming up to ring in the holiday season with this family-friendly event featuring festive food, drink, hourly raffles and general merry-making! Enjoy a cozy afternoon with family and friends, shop from our selection Continue Reading
Day of the Dead Remembrance
Written on November 1, 2017 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Please join us at the Whale Museum on Wednesday November 1st at 3:00 pm as we honor the lives and commemorate the deaths of passed Southern Resident orcas. Come and share your memories of departed whales who are gone but never forgotten. The Whale Museum helps keep the legacies of these whales alive through its Continue Reading
Park to Apply Herbicides in Habitat Restoration Efforts
Written on October 31, 2017 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island National Historical Park has announced that ten new test plots at American Camp will be treated with herbicide, weather permitting, in support of Island Marble Butterfly habitat restoration sometime between October 31 and November 3, 2017. This is the third year of a five year study that is attempting to increase the amount Continue Reading
Owen Goes on a Damcation
Written on October 22, 2017 at 11:33 am, by Tim Dustrude
Owen loved a film seen at the FHFF- He is now a Dam Enthusiast…at 5 years old. Beloved Friday Harbor Film Festival just got better. A story of success! by Theresa Simendinger John Hamilton, manager is too busy with two full restaurants during the FHFF to go to see the 2 films that Cask N Continue Reading
L54s and Members of J Pod in Haro Strait
Written on October 20, 2017 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
From the Whale Museum… For the first time this year, on October 15, the L54 blended family, consisting of Ino (L-54), Coho (L-108), Keta (L-117), and two adult males, Nyssa (L-84) and Wave Walker (L-88), came into the inland waters with J Pod. They spent several hours in Haro Strait, foraging on Chum salmon. The Continue Reading
Elwha: A River Reborn
Written on October 18, 2017 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Griffin Bay Bookstore & The San Juan Island Library Present: Elwha: A River Reborn Those of you who have followed the removal of the dam on the Elwha River or who have volunteered your time planting trees and helping to restore the surrounding ecosystem will surely want to attend a book talk by Seattle Times Continue Reading
Another ‘Baby Boom’ Southern Resident Killer Whale has Died
Written on September 27, 2017 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
Sad news from the Center for Whale Research… As of 19 September, another Southern Resident Killer Whale, J52 – a two and a half year old male born during the so-called Baby Boom of 2015/2016 is deceased, presumably from malnutrition. His obligatory nursing ended more than a year ago, and his life was dependent upon Continue Reading
Partners Restore Fisherman Bay Coastal Wetland
Written on September 20, 2017 at 5:53 am, by Tim Dustrude
Outdated and unnecessary dikes, berms, and ditches that once clogged a marine wetland along Lopez’s Fisherman Bay were removed last week through a collaborative effort led by Friends of the San Juans, in partnership with the San Juan County Land Bank and two private waterfront property owners. “The flow of tidal water, habitat for juvenile Continue Reading
CWR Video Campaign
Written on January 15, 2018 at 5:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Center For Whale Research is taking action to increase public awareness of the Southern Resident Killer Whales by taking the message onboard Washington State Ferries. Ken Balcomb, Founder and Principal Investigator of the Center For Whale Research launched a video ad campaign January 9th. This 15 second video will play in daily rotation on Continue Reading
Island Women’s March
Written on January 11, 2018 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Fired Up! Ready to go! Island Women’s March invites all islands to participate in a sidewalk march on January 20th, 2018 in Friday Harbor. We will meet at the Friday Harbor Courthouse on 1st Street, next to the American Legion. Staging time will be at Noon and the march will start at 12:30. The Saturday Continue Reading
A Night at the Whale Museum
Written on December 29, 2017 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s an invitation for you from the Whale Museum… Join us on January 11, 2018, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at The Whale Museum for a Reception to explore the Museum and enjoy excellent food, drinks, friends and the unveiling of our newest exhibits! Heavy hors d’oeuvres by Market Chef Wine by Northwest Totem Cellars Continue Reading
Beachwalkers Wanted!
Written on December 28, 2017 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
Help make a difference for the environment by collecting marine debris data for the Coastal Observation and Seabird Survey Team (COASST). COASST is a citizen science program involving participants in the collection of high quality data used in natural resource management and conservation decisions. Marine debris participants collect data on the characteristics and location of Continue Reading
FRIENDS Appeals SMP
Written on December 26, 2017 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
On Friday, December 22nd, the Friends of the San Juans (Friends) appealed San Juan County’s recently updated Shoreline Master Program (“SMP”) to the Washington Growth Management Hearings Board. The SMP is the primary tool for protecting the fragile marine ecosystem that depends on the health of that narrow band of shoreline where the water meets Continue Reading
Christmas Bird Count
Written on December 19, 2017 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Our count is set for Saturday, December 30th. Teams will be assigned areas within the 15-mile diameter circle to count all the birds in their area. I am still working on getting island leaders sorted out but I will be the coordinator for SJI and the overall coordinator. If you have questions or would like Continue Reading
Waterfowl Walk
Written on December 7, 2017 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island Family Nature Club Monthly Event – Waterfowl Walk! Saturday, December 16, 2017 from 1:00 to 2:00pm at Zylstra Lake, San Juan Island Shona Aitken of Wolf Hollow will lead a winter stroll around Zylstra Lake, a popular stop for overwintering water fowl, including Trumpeter Swans. Limited space available. Contact Tanja Williamson for Continue Reading
Owls Are Out!
Written on December 6, 2017 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
When you’re driving home from work, keep an eye out for owls. At this time of year its dark when most people are heading home from work so owls are already out hunting. They may be so focused on catching the mouse in the long grass at the side of the road that they don’t Continue Reading
Home for the Howl-idays
Written on December 4, 2017 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
A holiday celebration to benefit the animals in care at Wolf Hollow Wildlife Rehab Center and Friday Harbor Animal Protection Society! We’re teaming up to ring in the holiday season with this family-friendly event featuring festive food, drink, hourly raffles and general merry-making! Enjoy a cozy afternoon with family and friends, shop from our selection Continue Reading
Day of the Dead Remembrance
Written on November 1, 2017 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Please join us at the Whale Museum on Wednesday November 1st at 3:00 pm as we honor the lives and commemorate the deaths of passed Southern Resident orcas. Come and share your memories of departed whales who are gone but never forgotten. The Whale Museum helps keep the legacies of these whales alive through its Continue Reading
Park to Apply Herbicides in Habitat Restoration Efforts
Written on October 31, 2017 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island National Historical Park has announced that ten new test plots at American Camp will be treated with herbicide, weather permitting, in support of Island Marble Butterfly habitat restoration sometime between October 31 and November 3, 2017. This is the third year of a five year study that is attempting to increase the amount Continue Reading
Owen Goes on a Damcation
Written on October 22, 2017 at 11:33 am, by Tim Dustrude
Owen loved a film seen at the FHFF- He is now a Dam Enthusiast…at 5 years old. Beloved Friday Harbor Film Festival just got better. A story of success! by Theresa Simendinger John Hamilton, manager is too busy with two full restaurants during the FHFF to go to see the 2 films that Cask N Continue Reading
L54s and Members of J Pod in Haro Strait
Written on October 20, 2017 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
From the Whale Museum… For the first time this year, on October 15, the L54 blended family, consisting of Ino (L-54), Coho (L-108), Keta (L-117), and two adult males, Nyssa (L-84) and Wave Walker (L-88), came into the inland waters with J Pod. They spent several hours in Haro Strait, foraging on Chum salmon. The Continue Reading
Elwha: A River Reborn
Written on October 18, 2017 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Griffin Bay Bookstore & The San Juan Island Library Present: Elwha: A River Reborn Those of you who have followed the removal of the dam on the Elwha River or who have volunteered your time planting trees and helping to restore the surrounding ecosystem will surely want to attend a book talk by Seattle Times Continue Reading
Another ‘Baby Boom’ Southern Resident Killer Whale has Died
Written on September 27, 2017 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
Sad news from the Center for Whale Research… As of 19 September, another Southern Resident Killer Whale, J52 – a two and a half year old male born during the so-called Baby Boom of 2015/2016 is deceased, presumably from malnutrition. His obligatory nursing ended more than a year ago, and his life was dependent upon Continue Reading
Partners Restore Fisherman Bay Coastal Wetland
Written on September 20, 2017 at 5:53 am, by Tim Dustrude
Outdated and unnecessary dikes, berms, and ditches that once clogged a marine wetland along Lopez’s Fisherman Bay were removed last week through a collaborative effort led by Friends of the San Juans, in partnership with the San Juan County Land Bank and two private waterfront property owners. “The flow of tidal water, habitat for juvenile Continue Reading