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One Person Can Make a Difference: Richard
Richard Track Orcas Center, Board Member Odd Fellows, Member Can you share a little bit about yourself? I grew up on Long Island, NY. After college, I traveled alone to India, Turkey, Iran, Afghanistan, and Nepal. I continued to visit India over five times,...
Summer!
I got to play tour guide this week as my brother and his child came to visit. We kayaked, played mini golf, jumped into Cascade and Mountain Lake, climbed the tower at Mt Constitution, picked blackberries and sampled ice cream. Ah, summer! It is fun to see the...
One Person Can Make a Difference: Sandi
Sandi Friel San Juan County Conservation Land Bank, Chair Can you share a little bit about yourself? Looking to escape the Florida heat and crowds, my husband Bob and I vacationed on Orcas, and it was love at first sight. The slower pace, dramatic scenery and...
Looking Ahead
Bit by Bit. Prune Alley is getting done. Great news from the County: San Juan County is honoring the opening of Prune Alley with a "Celebration of Access" event on Thursday, September 1 at 6pm. The public is invited to join County officials and community...
One Person Can Make a Difference: Steve
Steve Jung Orcas Community Resource Center, Trustee Can you share a little bit about yourself? In 2000, my wife, Susan McBain, and I had a vacation home built at Eagle Lake, out beyond Olga. At that time, we met Hilary Canty and her husband Hank Date, who were...
Home Again, Home Again!
Early morning ferry with fog I am back from my annual camping trip to Flathead Lake. Rested, rejuvenated and not too sunburned. The morning fog and slightly cooler temps feel just right after a week of 90+ and nearby wildfires. I return to an island in full...
One Person Can Make a Difference: Laura
Laura Kussman Orcas Island Lit Fest, Trustee Orcas Pride, Co-Founder Can you share a little bit about yourself? Hi! I'm Laura. I'm a pro-celebration, spa-forward, highly curious writer and mover, rogue event producer, breath worker, entrepreneur and...
The Dog Days of Summer
Hello all. Ed Andrews here. I’m filling in for Hilary while she takes a much deserved break to spend time with family. The last time I did this, I didn’t explain who I was or even give my last name. Well, as a result of that, I caught heat from some of you. I get it....
One Person Can Make a Difference: Thomas
Thomas Bridge, Volunteer Islands' Oil Spill Association Can you share a little bit about yourself? I grew up in a river kayaking and canoeing family. I consider myself lucky in that all manner of outdoor pursuits were a part of my early and continuing fabric....
Summer Sings On!
Here comes August! The Chamber Music Fest returns in person to celebrate their 25th anniversary. This year's series will also offer two free concerts on The Village Green. See their full schedule here. OICF played a small role, giving Aloysia, Jackie and team...