This Week
Leopold Land Ethic Discussion – Tues, Sep 10th *New*
In 1924, conservationist Aldo Leopold led the effort to create the first designated wilderness area in the world. Join the WA State Parks Commanding Officers Quarters Museum for an interactive reading from Aldo Leopold’s seminal work, A Sand County Almanac with WA State Parks Host and environmental educator Elena Kayak-von Ancken. (Re)discover the land ethic which influences our thinking about nature, wilderness, and open space today.
Time: 5:30-6:45pm | Location: The Charles Pink House, 1256 Lawrence Street, PT
Peninsula Trails Coalition: Meet the Board & see what’s happening on the Olympic Discovery Trail – Wed, Sep 11th *New*
Non-motorized trails are a huge benefit to our community! Come and enjoy an update on the Larry Scott Trail/Olympic Discovery Trail. John Fleming, Engineer, Jefferson County Public Works will have an informal presentation on the planned new trail construction starting in 2025. Steve King, Director of Public Works, City of PT will present on trail updates from Anderson Lake to Eaglemount and in the City of PT. Jeff Bohman, President, Peninsula Trails Coalition will update us on the Olympic Discovery Trail. Find the full agenda & meeting information here.
Time: 5:30-7:30pm | Location: Tri-Area Community Center, 10 West Valley Road, Chimacum
“The Port of Port Townsend’s Plan for Short’s Family Farm” – Thurs, Sept 12th
Food For Thought is a free series offered by the Quimper Grange #720 and will examine ”all things food” in our area. At this meeting, Port Director Eron Berg and Deputy Director Eric Toews will share the current status of the Short’s Family Farm, the intention behind the acquisition of the farm, details of the recently approved Farm Plan, and will address questions from the audience. All are welcome. The Grange has ADA access and an outstanding Merv-13 air filtration system. (Future presentations will occur on the 2nd Tues of each month at 6:30.)
Time: 6:15pm | Location: Quimper Grange, 1219 Corona St., Port Townsend
“Herbs for the Pacific Northwest” – Thurs, Sep 12th
The Jefferson County Master Gardener Foundation presents Bruce Bennett, garden designer, lecturer, and contributing garden columnist to many community publications, who will talk about herbs that grow and thrive in the Pacific Northwest. Which ones prefer fertile soil and water? And which ones want nothing except eroded rock? Sun or shade? We can grow herbs for both, as well as ones to use in a variety of cuisines. A 20-year veteran of the WSU Master Gardener Program in King County, Bruce will share his knowledge — including which new herbs we should be growing in our maritime gardens. For more information go to jcmgf.org.
Time: 3 – 4 pm | Location: WSU Extension Classroom, Kively Center, 97 Oak Bay Rd, Port Hadlock
Native Plant Gardening Speaker Series – Sat, Sep 14th
Come learn about planting native plants in your home garden! The Kul Kah Han Native Plant Demonstration Garden hosts a free bi-monthly speaker series focusing on the importance of planting native plants in your garden and the how- to’s of doing it. The September presentation will be given by Kathy Darrow, a member of the Washington Native Plant Society-Olympic Chapter and the Jefferson County Master Garden Foundation. The topic will be “Gardening With Native Plants.” Come rain or shine. There is limited seating so please bring a lawn chair just in case. More information here. Email questions here.
Time: 1 – 2 pm | Location: The Salmon Shelter next to the garden within H.J. Carroll Park, 9884 Rhody Dr, Chimacum
22nd Annual Jefferson County Farm Tour – Sat, Sept 14th and Sun, Sep 15th *New*
The Jefferson County Farm Tour aims to celebrate locally grown food, fiber, and farm-made products, invite community members to learn from and engage with their local farmers, and stimulate economic opportunity for farms in Jefferson County. Start your self-guided tour at any one of the 15 featured properties or at Farm Tour Central at 9122 Rhody Drive in Chimacum. Volunteers onsite will provide brochures and maps, collect donations, direct tour-goers to each location and make route recommendations. Suggested donation of $10 per carload. Carpooling is recommended! Donations are accepted at any farm on the tour. For the map and more information visit the Production Alliance’s website.
Time: 10am – 4pm | Location: Farm Tour Central, 9122 Rhody Drive, Chimacum
History Hike – Sun, Sep 15th
Immerse yourself in ecological history with a guided tour along the Dungeness River Levee Trail. With his extensive background in history, preservation, and botany, North Olympic History Center (NOHC) Executive Director David Brownell will provide participants with deep insights into the historical and ecological aspects of the trail. Discover the successful Lower Dungeness Floodplain Restoration project, led by Clallam County and supported by the Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe, and learn about the rich natural history of the region. The hike offers morning and afternoon start times, at 10 am and 12:30 pm, limited to 12 hikers per tour. General admission is $60, with Jefferson County Historical Society and NOHC members enjoying a $15 discount. Participants are responsible for transportation to the hike location. Get more information and reserve your spot here. Email questions here, or call (360) 385-1003 x 104.
Photo: Langloisia Setosissima by Beverly McNeil
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