Here’s a thought…
“The competition between Nature and the economy is deep and broad.
In the short term, the economy usually wins. In the long term …?”
BILL APPEL
Free “Leave No Trace” Training this Sunday
The Leave No Trace™ Center for Outdoor Ethics has chosen Washington State’s San Juan Islands as only one of eight ‘Hot Spots’ in the entire United States. The organization considers these public lands to be
Countywide Bat Study Reports First Results
-- from Russel Barsh -- The best available scientific evidence is in, and it’s a fact: San Juan County is very batty, and Orcas is the battiest island! Kwiaht director Russel Barsh has announced results
Ask Orcas Set to Launch!
-- from Hilary Canty -- Have you ever wondered where you or a friend can go for help with medical or mental health concerns? Or where to go to sign up for Food Stamps? Or
Community Solar for Our Schools – Join In!
-- from Linda Lyshall, PhD, San Juan Islands Conservation District -- “By investing in solar energy, we are lowing utility costs for our schools,” said Janet Brownell, President of the Orcas Island Education Foundation. “That
County Council Drafting “Leave No Trace” Resolution
-- from Barbara Marrett/San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau -- The San Juan County Council is working on a draft resolution supporting a Leave No Trace (LNT) ethic in San Juan County. The resolution is a
October is Time to Savor Living in the Islands
The 7th Annual Savor the San Juans: A month-long medley of food, farms & art promises farm tours, a new Bite of the San Juan Islands, wine dinners, and more -- from Barbara Marrett/San Juan
Ocean Degradation is Fact, Not Theory
Shellfish Growers and Marine Scientists Agree that Ocean Degradation is Fact, Not Theory; Collaboration and Adaptation Key Next Steps -- from Julia Vouri -- Ocean acidification is fact, not theory, and collaboration and adaptation are
At-Large Entangled Humpback In Need of Rescue
-- from Kim Rose, Marine Mammal Stranding Network -- Entangled humpback whale seen near Tofino, BC A badly entangled humpback whale was recently sighted (just a little over 24 hours ago) off of
Leave No Trace Comes to San Juan Islands Sept 23-28
-- from Barbara Marrett for San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau -- Special Education Events September 25-29 in the San Juan Islands with the Subaru/Leave No Trace Traveling Trainers to Help Preserve and Protect Natural Resources
Nawt-sa-maat Makes Ferry-Naming Cut
-- from Gretchen Krampf -- I just received word from Seattle that our nomination of Nawt-sa-maat for the next ferry's name made the first round cut. I am the initiator of this grassroots effort to
Feast on Your Local Heritage!
Saturday, October 4 at 5:30 p.m. at Red Rabbit Farm, West Sound Tis' the season of great food, wine and the celebration of the harvest! The Orcas Island Historical Museum on North Beach Road,
Orcas Fur and Feathers 4-H Club Dinner
Wednesday, Sept. 17 at the Orcas Senior Center from 5:30-7 p.m. Dinner Menu: Cauliflower soup, Local green salad with balsamic vinaigrette, Roasted Chicken, creamy mashed potatoes with gravy, veggies and Apple Rhubarb crisp for dessert
Stormwater Meetings to begin Week of September 15
Two Open Houses on Orcas Island, Tuesday, Sept. 16 from 11:30 to 1 p.m. and from 4 to 6 p.m. -- from San Juan County -- Public Works and the Citizen Stormwater Advisory Committee will
State Superintendent Randy Dorn on the Supreme Court’s McCleary Order
-- from the Office of Washington State Superintendent of Public Instruction -- [On] September 11, the Supreme Court released its most recent order pertaining to McCleary v. Washington, the 2012 decision which held that the
The Exchange/ORS Launches New Website
-- from Pete Moe -- The Exchange/ORS is excited to announce the launch of an all-new, totally revamped Website at www.exchangeorcas.org. The new site, designed by Darin Leong at Blooming Mind Media and Erika Ekram
