Walking gingerly, I trained my eye for the golden color that is so easily mistaken for leaves or bare sticks. It was early September, and there was a recent rain, so my mother and I were out on the mossy slopes of a fir forest in search of chanterelle mushrooms. I watched for moss pieces […]
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Posted inBlog, The Outdoors
5 Tips for Safe and Fun Exercising on the Trails
It’s no secret (or surprise) that more and more people are heading to the trails for their regular exercise, whether walking/hiking or running. Whether you are new to the trails or have countless trail hours under your belt, there are some basic tips that are worth reviewing. In this two-part series, we’ll talk first about […]
Posted inBlog, Gardeners Corner
Annual Event Brings a Celebration of Tomatoes
Mid-September brings a bounty of tomatoes to harvest and there is no better place to experience the many flavors than at Brothers Greenhouses Annual Tomato Tasting event in Port Orchard, not far from the Bremerton National Airport on South 3. Fifty tomato varieties were available for our tasting pleasure this past weekend and those included […]
Posted inAround West Sound, Blog
Gig Harbor’s Cider Swig Is Counting on Hard Cider’s Resurgence
Discriminating drinkers, get your taste buds ready and head to Gig Harbor on Sept. 27 for Cider Swig — a new event that will feature about a dozen hard cider producers from our region, bringing a total of more than 50 types of cider for festivalgoers to sample. A fundraiser for the Greater Gig Harbor […]
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Unsung Hero — Larry Davis
Larry Davis has been working with families since 1998 to provide consultation and advocacy. As an education consultant, he offers guidance, support and insight as parents navigate the educational system, especially with special needs or gifted children. Frequently, parents come to him for advice and support when addressing issues such as autism, ADHD, Down syndrome, […]
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Vegetables to Plant Now for Winter Harvest
In the West Sound growing climate, gardeners can often plant seeds and starts in July through September for late fall, winter and sometimes even early spring harvest. The most important thing to remember is soil temperatures and how much water is needed. Many gardeners extend the season even farther by using hoop houses and floating […]
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Celebrating a Rich History of Outreach Education
On many a sunny, misty or downright rainy day in Kitsap County, you can see a group of kindred spirits bent over a Master Gardener (MG) demonstration garden — planting, weeding, irrigating and harvesting. They are carrying on a rich tradition of outreach education and service that are hallmarks of the Extension Service in the […]
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Community Education Opportunities
Salmon Stewards Oct. 10, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Norm Dicks Government Center Cost: $10 Learn about salmon habitat, life cycle and species in the Puget Sound. Ecologically, traditionally and commercially important, salmon are iconic in our region and influence how we manage our waters and landscape. Salmon experts Paul Dorn and Kathy Peters share […]
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Gig Harbor Opens Brand New Visitor Center in Historic Waterfront Home
In 2002, following the death of Gig Harbor pioneers Antone and Vincent Skansie, the city of Gig Harbor acquired the historic waterfront Skansie Brothers home and property located in the heart of downtown. For 12 years, the park surrounding the house was improved but the house sat empty. Last month, following extensive renovation to bring […]