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
Orcatrazz Swing Band to Perform at “Music in the Park”
Orcatrazz, founded and led by Ken Speck, will be the featured band in what will be the 100th concert of the “Music in the Park” series on Sunday, July 10. “Music in the
New Algal-bloom Hotline for Orcas Island
By Russel Barsh Have you ever wondered what causes that bluish green, orange, brown, or white slime on the water? Or whether it is potentially toxic? The Indian Island Marine Health Observatory and Kwiáht
Celebrate Independence Day with Safety in Mind
By Steve Marler, San Juan County Fire Marshal The Fourth of July is a time when we all celebrate our nation’s heritage. Many of us choose to include fireworks as a part of that celebration.
CAO Public Hearing for Geologically Hazardous & Flooded Areas July 15
Notice of Public Hearing on an Ordinance Regarding Critical Area Regulations for Geologically Hazardous Areas and Frequently Flooded Areas Comment deadline July 12 Notice is hereby given that the San Juan County Planning Commission
Farm to Classroom on YouTube!
Mandy Randolph's Farm to Classroom kids will teach you how to make a Garden Burrito aka Veggie Taco on YouTube. You'll also learn how to safely pick and eat nettles - just one of the
Misidentification of Poison Hemlock Can Be Deadly
By Alison Halpern, Executive Secretary, Washington State Noxious Weed Control Board Poison hemlock (Conium maculatum), a poisonous weed to people and animals, can currently be found blooming all over Washington State. Last
Schedule Your Time in the Garden and Take Home the Bounty
By Madie Murray We have three weeks already filled by volunteers who will be visiting the School Garden an hour each morning for a week during the summer when school is out. We
Hance’s Home Inspection Company Wins WSU Grant
All Islands Home Inspections, owned by Tim Hance, was one of only forty companies statewide to be awarded a grant to test for energy loss from homes due to air leakage. The Washington State University
Bring Down the Morning Glory!
What do garden gloves, hors-d'oevres, and live music have in common? They are the makings of a festive Garden Party for the Orcas Island Elementary School grounds and garden. Everyone is invited to
Solid Waste Solution: Still in the Sausage-Making Stage
Updated June 25 at 12 p.m. An interview with San Juan County Council Member Patty Miller, Chair of the Solid Waste Sub-committee Another ingredient was added to the county’s solid waste discussion this week
Life Stories and Blue Oceans inform “Legacy Chats” Workshop
Last week the state of Washington released 233 pages (repeat, pages) of an Excel spreadsheet listing the registered non-profits in the state that are no longer viable. But on Orcas Island, some two dozen
Vendors of All Kinds Welcome at Historical Day Fair July 2
The Orcas Island Historical Museum still has some booth space available for the July 2 Historical Day Fair, which takes place on the same day as the Parade in Eastsound. The Fair will be on
New Self-Haul Garbage, Recycling Fees Effective July 1
By Stan Matthews County Website and Communications Manager Effective July 1st, garbage drop off fees at County solid waste facilities will increase fifty cents per can to $9.50, and by $20 per ton to $355,
Funhouse Plans Eco-Fest & Solar Science Fair
New event to take place on Saturday, August 6th The Funhouse is inviting participation from a wide variety of individuals, groups and businesses with table displays, outdoor booths and hands-on demonstrations of stuff like: Renewable
Thor Hansen to Speak on “Feathers”
Did you know? The Aztec emperor Montezuma demanded feathers as tithes from vassal kingdoms and built a palatial aviary with thousands of live birds cared for by three hundred full-time servants? A mountain climber would
