Here’s a thought…
“Deep breath. Deep breath. The air is free. You can take as many as you want.”
BUDDHIST MONK
Constant threat of humans is turning fawns into heedless burnouts
||| FROM SCIENCE ALERT ||| Even when we mean them no harm, deer tend to be wary of humans. When we approach, they usually raise their heads, prick their ears and stand very still. It's how these creatures stay vigilant against predators. But what happens when humans are always around?
Most recent COVID numbers from State Health Dept.
||| FROM STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH ||| Newest numbers. The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) reported a total of 423,626 confirmed cases as of 11:59 p.m. on July 19. There have been 6,056 COVID-19 deaths in Washington. For the most recent tally of cases by county, demographics, and more,
New pumpout boat services expand this summer in South Puget Sound and San Juans
Good news for water quality ||| FROM WASHINGTON SEA GRANT ||| It will now be easier for recreational boaters to safely pump out vessel sewage and keep Washington’s waters clean with an expansion of mobile pumpout services in South Puget Sound and the San Juan Islands. The State Parks Clean
State calls on providers to continue work to boost COVID-19 vaccinations
||| FROM STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH ||| OLYMPIA – Last Friday, Gov. Jay Inslee and Secretary of Health Umair A. Shah, MD, MPH announced the Power of Providers (POP) Initiative to continue to encourage all health care providers in the state to reach out and talk to their patients about COVID-19
Governor terminates some COVID-19 proclamations
||| FROM THE OFFICE OF GOVERNOR JAY INSLEE ||| Gov. Jay Inslee today terminated two proclamations and gave advance notice of the termination of one additional proclamation related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Proclamation 20-45 This proclamation suspended/waived deadlines and service of process requirements relating to protection orders. With the passage
OPALCO to host Electrical Vehicle Jamboree
August 5, 4:30 p.m., OPALCO Eastsound ||| FROM ORCAS POWER & LIGHT COOPERATIVE ||| On August 5, at 4:30 pm, OPALCO will be hosting an EV Jamboree at the OPALCO Eastsound parking lot. It’s a LIVE and in person Island Way workshop! This event will introduce members to a variety
Port of Orcas alerts pilots to an anticipated fuel shortage
Pilots be advised ||| FROM JEANNIE SHARPE for PORT OF ORCAS ||| Today I ordered 100LL fuel for the airport. We currently have 3000 gallons in the tank. I have been hearing about a shortage of aviation fuel, and the busy shipping season for the barge company so I ordered
Port of Orcas to convene regular meeting on July 26
||| FROM JEANNIE SHARPE for PORT OF ORCAS ||| REGULAR MEETING AGENDA JULY 26, 2021 5 p.m. Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 868 1067 0368 Passcode: 343841 One tap mobile +12532158782,,86810670368#,,,,*343841# US (Tacoma) CALL TO ORDER – 5 p.m. AGENDA AMENDMENTS PUBLIC ACCESS MONTHLY BUSINESS Approval of Previous Minutes –
Overdose rates in State on pace to break another record in 2021
To help save lives, health officials urge people to carry naloxone and know overdose signs ||| FROM STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH ||| OLYMPIA -- Fentanyl-related overdoses are increasing across the state. Now, state health officials are asking that people carry naloxone if they plan on consuming any drug not purchased at
SJC logs three breakthrough COVID cases, one on each major island
||| FROM KYRA KINNAMAN for SJC HEALTH & COMMUNITY SERVICES ||| After more than a month of no new cases locally, San Juan County has three new cases of COVID-19. All three cases are breakthrough cases. This means that each person is fully vaccinated and it has been more than
Fair staff says “Lettuce Entertain Ewe” in upcoming virtual Fair
“Lettuce Entertain Ewe” Virtual Fair August 18-21 ||| FROM CARLENE BALCOMB-BARTOK for SAN JUAN COUNTY FAIR The countdown to 2021 “Lettuce Entertain Ewe” the Virtual Fair begins. While staff has worked hard at having some smaller in person activities, the format for 2021 will remain virtual. What does this mean?
Friends of the San Juans presenting Green Boating Program at Library
||| FROM CAROL DAPOGNY for ORCAS ISLAND LIBRARY ||| Ever wondered what eelgrass is and why it's important? Join us to learn about Friends of the San Juans' "Anchor Out" program and what boaters can do to help protect this critical habitat for salmon and orca. They will also be
Orca echolocation ability is upcoming topic at Library
||| FROM CAROL DAPOGNY for ORCAS LIBRARY ||| Imagine that you are a young orca living with your family in the sea. Beneath the surface of the water, it’s very hard to see in the darkness. How do you find your way? How do you stay close to your family
Islanders to share their Camino de Santiago experiences as pilgrim, hospitalero
Sunday, July 25, 7 p.m. in Emmanuel Parish Hall. No RSVP is required. ||| FROM KATHI ANDERSON ||| The Camino de Santiago is a network of walking trails through western Europe that all lead to Santiago de Compostela, an ancient city in northwest Spain where St. James is believed by
Reminder: Funhouse Commons Virtual Fundraiser just over the horizon
||| FROM NICOLE SPINOGATTI for FUNHOUSE COMMONS ||| The Funhouse Commons Virtual Fundraiser is set to begin on July 22 through 25! While this past year has been full of ups and downs and new adjustments, The Funhouse has been so thankful to be able to count on our community's generosity.
Talbott Brothers and Brograss to perform live on The Village Green
||| FROM BETHANY MARIE for ORCAS CENTER ||| Summer Concerts on The Village Green, a joint venture between Orcas Center and Doe Bay, continue July 24 with The Talbott Brothers and Brograss. Showtime starts at 6pm, and is free to the public – although donations are appreciated. The Talbott Brothers
