Here’s a thought…
“Deep breath. Deep breath. The air is free. You can take as many as you want.”
BUDDHIST MONK
How About a Free ‘Adventures in Boating’ Class?
Saturday, July 28, 8:0 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Orcas Ferry Landing -- from Chuck Dalldorf -- The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary San Juan Islands Detachment and the San Juan County Sheriff’s Marine Unit are offering a free Washington Basic Boater Education Course on Orcas Island. The class will be held on
Whale Force One: Utilizing Aerial Drone to Study the Foraging Behavior of Southern Resident Killer Whales
Wednesday, July 25, 7 p.m., The Whale Museum -- from Jenny L. Atkinson for The Whale Museum -- On July 25, Taylor Shedd, The Whale Museum’s Soundwatch Program Coordinator, will present “Whale Force One: Utilizing Aerial Drone to Study the Foraging Behavior of Southern Resident Killer Whales.” This lecture will be held
Meet State Attorney General at Orcas Farm
Sunday July 29, 4 - 5:30 pm, Orcas Farm -- from Molly Donovan -- Please join us to support Attorney General Bob Ferguson on Sunday July 29 4 to 5:30 p.m. at Orcas Farm 120 Byrle Hall Rd. in Olga. There is a $150 suggested donation but all are welcome. Come learn
Guest Opinion: What is Needed at the Port of Orcas
-- by Bea vonTobel, former ORS Port Manager-- First, a little history Since the first FAA grant was authorized in 1975, total federal dollars invested in the Orcas Island Airport have totaled $8,836,631.00. Between 2007 and 2017, WSDOT/Transportation funding has totaled $253,309.00. Total investments: $9,089,940.00. Current port-leased hangars total 37
Sheriff’s Report | July 11 – 17, 2018
-- from San Juan County Sheriff's Office -- Wednesday, July 11, 2018 18-004858 Attempted Suicide 21:29:47 07/11/18 San Juan Deputies responded to a suicidal person call. The individual was located and transported to the hospital for evaluation. Thursday, July 12, 2018 18-004864 Domestic Dispute or Assault 07:40:31 07/12/18 A Deputy
Letter to Editor | Ballots Are Out, And…
-- from Tony Ghazel -- I just talked to the Elections Department and they are getting several calls regarding the ballots that we just received. Here is the scoop: Vote for one US senator, one US Representative, one Legislative District Position 1 and one Court of Appeals Judge candidate and
Talk With Rick Hughes on Sunday
Sunday, July 22, 2 p.m., Enzo's -- by Margie Doyle -- Set aside some time on Sunday, July 22, at 2 p.m. to meet up with County Council Member Rick Hughes at Enzo's. Hughes is requesting to get together with Orcas Issues' readers for a sit-down, share a latte meeting.
NAS Whidbey SAR Rescues Two Climbers Near Cannon Mountain
-- from Thomas Mills for Whidbey Island Naval Air Station -- A Search and Rescue (SAR) team from Naval Air Station (NAS) Whidbey Island rescued two climbers stuck on a cliff near Cannon Mountain, southwest of Leavenworth, Wash., late Wednesday night, July 18, 2018. While neither climber was injured, they were
Anne Presson is New Orcas Island Health Care District Superintendent
-- from Pegi Groundwater for Orcas Island Health Care District -- The Orcas Island Health Care District Board of Commissioners is pleased to announce that Anne Presson has agreed to become the Superintendent for the Orcas Island Health Care District (OIHCD) effective July 16th. The Superintendent position is a half-time
Letter to Editor | Vote for Debra Lekanoff, Washington 40th Legislative District
-- from Sandy Strehlou and David Meiland -- Debra Lekanoff is running for the 40th Legislative District seat currently held by State Representative Kristine Lytton, who is stepping down. Lytton has been a solid voice for our district and the issues that matter since 2010. Kristine is supporting Debra as
New Stewardship Guide Available for Visitors
-- from Amy Nesler for San Juan Visitors Bureau -- Got Visitors? Pick up a copy of the new Stewardship Guide as a gentle orientation to guests about island living today. Do you care about how our visitors treat the San Juan Islands? Then you’ll love the brand new colorful
It’s Been a Busy Year at New Library Expansion
-- from Mary Pugh for Orcas Island Library -- The Orcas Public Library is celebrating the one-year anniversary of the completion of the expansion project. The community and generous donors contributed to the project that added almost 6,000 square feet to the original building. The additional space gives room for
Architectural Digest Picks Friday Harbor as Prettiest Town in Washington State
-- by Lin McNulty -- A beautiful, serene photo of Orcas Island's Deer Harbor Village shows up in a recent Architectural Digest issue showcasing the prettiest towns in each state. Recognized by travelers world-wide, our sun-coast village is truly a lovely sight. The accompanying story, however, tells of the Mediterranean
HomeShare Program Seeking Pilot Program Participants
-- from San Juan County Communications -- Housing advocates across San Juan County are moving forward with a proposed HomeShare Program. After receiving feedback from 113 community members through an online survey, the proposed HomeShare program has generated enough interest to formulate a pilot program. The survey identified two groups
Plant Problems? Bring Samples to Farmers Market
Saturday, July 21, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Farmers Market -- from Dianne Macondray for Master Gardeners -- Everyone is welcome to bring their plant problems to the Farmer’s Market in Eastsound this Saturday, July 21st. Place a large plant sample showing your problem in a ziplock bag with a moist
Take a Look at How Orcas Exchange Came To Be
-- from Pete Moe for Orcas Recycling Services/The Exchange -- Orcas Recycling Services/The Exchange has created and released a great new video about the history of the old, and the NEW Exchange on Orcas Island. With photos from the original organically-grown, non-regulated Exchange which began in 1981 as a "shack and a
