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SUMMARY:SB Partner KEC-Living with Finite Water
DESCRIPTION:KEC Presents\nLiving with Finite Water \nDespite living on the wet side of the Cascades\, we are not immune from another year of drought in Washington state. Join us tomorrow\, May 17\, when we’ll explore Kitsap water sources\, regulatory protections\, the impact of increased development\, and what you can do to Keep Kitsap Green. \nDetails: \nDate:  Sunday\, May 17\, 2026 \nTime:  3:00 – 5:00 p.m. \nWhere: The Village Green – 26159 Dulay Rd NE | Kingston \nFor Kitsap Peninsula residents groundwater drawn from wells is the primary—often the only—source of drinking water. As our population grows\, demand on this limited resource increases. Because the peninsula is surrounded by seawater\, it is particularly vulnerable to declining groundwater levels and seawater intrusion—risks that intensify as withdrawals rise. \nJoe Lubischer will give the lowdown on how the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) and the County’s Critical Areas Ordinance (CAO) are applied in Kitsap County. Ben Harrison\, Environmental Scientist for the Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe\, will discuss watersheds\, and Don Fenton\, Island Lake resident\, will share the history of dropping lake water levels and the aquifer below\, considered a local “canary in a coal mine” for water health in Kitsap. Local artist and marine naturalist\, John Wililams\, will also present. \nEarly bird bonus: The first 20 attendees can take their pick of either a native plant or a special sticker designed by artist Laurel Mundy. \nThis is intended to be a family-friendly event – kids’ crafts and refreshments will be available. Please feel free to bring something to share!
URL:https://www.sustainablebainbridge.org/event/sb-partner-kec-living-with-finite-water/
LOCATION:Village Green Community Center\, 26159 Dulay Rd NE\, Kingston\, 98346
CATEGORIES:Watershed Council
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SUMMARY:SB Partner: KEC Presents Stewardship Begins at Home
DESCRIPTION:On March 15\, a full agenda features a variety of speakers with a focus on sustainability\, including the following topics: \n\nJessee Adams and Grace Personeus from the Kitsap Conservation District  will share how they work with private landowners to empower them to conserve natural resources by providing technical assistance\, grants\, and educational opportunities. Find out about program offerings with a special focus on native plants\, and the Backyard Habitat and Rain Garden Programs.\nCaitlin Newman\, from the Kitsap Public Works Solid Waste Department will explore what happens to your waste after it leaves your home\, how Kitsap County and Washington State are working to reduce waste\, and practical tips to reduce waste in your daily life.\nLori Cloutier from Poulsbo Rotary will share about the Rotary’s efforts to reduce reliance on disposable cups as part of their Trash Talk Taskforce efforts.\nArtist Steve Portteus will speak to his multi-media creations that depict the landscapes\, seascapes\, and details of the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest.
URL:https://www.sustainablebainbridge.org/event/sb-partner-kec-presents-stewardship-begins-at-home/
LOCATION:Village Green Community Center\, 26159 Dulay Rd NE\, Kingston\, 98346
CATEGORIES:Zero Waste
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SUMMARY:SB Partner: KEC presents "Native Plants and Backyard Ponds"
DESCRIPTION:Native plants and backyard ponds \nThis month\, Kitsap Environmental Coalition will focus on “Stewardship begins at home\,” offering actionable ways to support a healthy ecosystem in your own backyard. Join us on Sunday\, February 15 as speakers Dana Bressette\, Plant Production Manager at Woodbrook Native Plant Nursery\, and Jo Stormer\, owner of Nobody Nursery\, share their extensive knowledge about native plants\, benefits of native plants to local ecosystems\, and how to incorporate them into your home landscape. The presentation will also feature information about backyard ponds\, presented by KEC’s resident frogman\, Tom Doty. \nDetails: \nDate:  Sunday\, February 15 2026 \nTime:  3:00 – 5:00 p.m. \nWhere: The Village Green – 26159 Dulay Rd Ne | Kingston \nFlyer: Download\, print\, and share \nThis is intended to be a family-friendly event – kids crafts and refreshments will be available. We will also continue to gather food donations for Fishline and ShareNet  (most needed items).
URL:https://www.sustainablebainbridge.org/event/sb-partner-kec-presents-native-plants-and-backyard-ponds/
LOCATION:Village Green Community Center\, 26159 Dulay Rd NE\, Kingston\, 98346
CATEGORIES:Watershed Council,Weed Warriors
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SUMMARY:SB Partner: KEC Program-Forest Policy
DESCRIPTION:From the National to the Neighborhood:\nFederal Forest Policy & Ecological Forestry in Kitsap\nDATE:\nSunday\, November\, 3-5p \nLOCATION:\nVillage Green Community Center\, 26159 Dulay Rd NE\, Kingston \nSNACKS: Share your favorites (cookies\, desserts)\nFOOD DONATION: For Fishline and ShareNet \nSPEAKERS:\nAlex Budd\, Pacific Northwest Forest Climate Alliance Organizer\, with regional and federal focus\nSeth Zuckerman\, co-Author of  A Forest of Your Own: The PNW Handbook of Ecological Forestry \nAlex will speak on the changing landscape of federal forest policy:\nAn overview of federal forest management and the forest defense movement–from the creation of the National Forest Management Act to the timber wars\, the NW Forest Plan\, the Salvage Rider–as well as covering many of the current proposed policy changes by the Trump Administration–from the Roadless Rule rescission to the NWFP revision and Trump’s timber focused Executive Orders. \nSeth Zuckerman will bring us down to earth as an ecological forestry practitioner and writer with a focus on Pacific Northwest forests\, including within the local Kitsap/West Sound context. He will speak about how to manage trees for sustainable wood harvest as well as recreation\, inspiration\, and a range of cultural connections. \nQ&A to follow. \nGo here for more details.
URL:https://www.sustainablebainbridge.org/event/sb-partner-kec-program-forest-policy/
LOCATION:Village Green Community Center\, 26159 Dulay Rd NE\, Kingston\, 98346
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Bainbridge,Watershed Council,Weed Warriors
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SUMMARY:SB Partner: KEC presents "The Future of Kitsap's Forests"
DESCRIPTION:The Kitsap Environmental Coalition presents “The Future of Kitsap’s Forests” on Sunday\, October 19\, 3-4:30pm\, at the Village Green Community Center\, 26159 Dulay Rd NE\, Kingston. \nEveryone is welcome! Bring your favorites (cookies\, desserts) to share. \nSpeakers are Frank Stricklin\, founder and past president of Friends of Newberry Hill Heritage Park;  Sue DeArman\, KEC member and naturalist photographer; and Connie Reckord\, program director of preservation\, Friends of Miller Bay. \nThe main presenter\, Frank Stricklin\, is a WSU Stream Steward\, native plant advisor\, forest steward\, and lifelong learner. He begins our series on ecological forest restoration. But first\, a little background on the history of our wooded landscape… \nIn the 1850s\, the forests of the Kitsap Peninsula\, and indeed the whole Pacific Northwest\, began a dramatic transformation. In just 150 years\, the original old-growth forests\, integral to the indigenous tribes of the region for centuries\, had been replaced by managed monoculture plantations of densely planted Douglas Fir\, grown as a commercial crop on a tight rotation. In the face of current environmental challenges\, we are now embarking on a new transformation aimed at restoring healthier\, more natural forest conditions\, with increased diversification to promote sustainability and enhance wildlife habitats. Learn more as we explore the future of Kitsap’s forests.
URL:https://www.sustainablebainbridge.org/event/sb-partner-kec-presents-the-future-of-kitsaps-forests/
LOCATION:Village Green Community Center\, 26159 Dulay Rd NE\, Kingston\, 98346
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SUMMARY:SB Partner: Kitsap Environmental Coalition Water Series
DESCRIPTION:In Part 3 of our 3-part series on Water\, our forum panel discusses local water and how it functions as a healthy habitat for flora and fauna. We take a closer look at four types of water habitat: Stormwater; Ponds & Wetlands; Rivers; Seawater – and\, \n\nRiparian zones for each of these\nWater quality testing when funds and resources aren’t available\nImpact of toxins and pollutants\nHow does nature counteract the toxins and maintain life in this water ?\nDamming of water\n\nWhat’s the interplay among the types of water that connect with your area of attention? \n\n\nFORUM PANEL:  \nCharlie Kratzer\nHydrologist\, Suquamish Tribe \nTom Coleman\nWa Dept Fish and Wildlife Certified Beaver Relocator \nBen Harrison\nWater Resources Scientist\, Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe \nTom Doty\nAmphibian Biologist
URL:https://www.sustainablebainbridge.org/event/sb-partner-kitsap-environmental-coalition-water-series/
LOCATION:Village Green Community Center\, 26159 Dulay Rd NE\, Kingston\, 98346
CATEGORIES:Watershed Council
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SUMMARY:SB Partner: KEC Presents "Water in Nature-Working with Its Connectivity"
DESCRIPTION:SPEAKER:  \nJohn Williams\, Publisher of Salish Magazine \nAn exploration of the many facets of our local marine and freshwater – as habitat\, a transportation medium\, a food delivery system\, and an important\npart of the chemical processes of living things. We identify relationships in the ecosystem and see the ecosystem itself as a complex system. This has implications for how we approach managing nature and our impact on it—how do we avoid unintended consequences when we finite humans are making decisions about something that is infinitely complex? \nFOOD DONATION: Bring a food donation for Fishline & ShareNet (canned or boxed – see food list) \nSNACKS: Share your favorites (cookies\, desserts)
URL:https://www.sustainablebainbridge.org/event/sb-partner-kec-presents-water-in-nature-working-with-its-connectivity/
LOCATION:Village Green Community Center\, 26159 Dulay Rd NE\, Kingston\, 98346
CATEGORIES:Watershed Council
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SUMMARY:SB Partner: KEC Presents “Biodiversity: What is it and Why is it Important?”
DESCRIPTION:The Kitsap Environmental Coalition presents “Biodiversity: What It Is and Why It Is Important?” at the Kingston Village Green Community Center\, 26159 Dulay Rd NE\, Kingston\, WA 98346\, on Sunday\, February 16\, 3-5pm. Guest speaker Dylan Mendenhall\, principal ecologist at Haven Ecology & Research\, will give a talk entitled\, “Preserving Biodiversity on a Swiftly Tilting Planet.”  He asks us to “reimagine ecological restoration\, not as a futile effort to reclaim the past\, but as a creative process of navigating our way to the flourishing future that we all know is possible.” \nThere will also be a discussion about our Heritage Parks as possible biodiverse wildlife preserves. \nThis is a free event. Snacks and refreshments are served. (Feel free to share your favorite snack.) \nKEC Presents is one of the activities of the Kitsap Environmental Coalition\, an all-volunteer organization. It presents an environmentally focused topic the third Sunday of each month.
URL:https://www.sustainablebainbridge.org/event/sb-partner-kec-presents-biodiversity-what-is-it-and-why-is-it-important/
LOCATION:Village Green Community Center\, 26159 Dulay Rd NE\, Kingston\, 98346
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