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HomeMy WebLinkAbout112322 FW_ Thank you! ________________________________ From: Jefferson Land Trust Sent: Wednesday, November 23, 2022 8:00:11 AM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Heidi Eisenhour Subject: Thank you! ________________________________ ALERT: BE CAUTIOUS This email originated outside the organization. Do not open attachments or click on links if you are not expecting them. ________________________________ Your support went a long way in 2022! <https://saveland.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=25cbb92181e6db1730fe5fb21&id=d73e571efd&e=49e2085cc8> <https://saveland.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=25cbb92181e6db1730fe5fb21&id=c825cc7748&e=49e2085cc8> THANK YOU for supporting Jefferson Land Trust in 2022! <https://saveland.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=25cbb92181e6db1730fe5fb21&id=452300df03&e=49e2085cc8> The barn at Middlepoint Farm in the Quimper Wildlife Corridor, one of the first private properties protected by Jefferson Land Trust with a conservation easement. <https://saveland.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=25cbb92181e6db1730fe5fb21&id=f1986499f5&e=49e2085cc8> …And thank you for making this year one to celebrate! Together, we’ve made incredible progress in protecting the places that matter most in Jefferson County. Since launching the Quimper Wildlife Corridor Challenge, we’ve been thrilled by the outpouring of community support. Thanks to generous gifts, grants, and land donations, we surpassed our original fundraising goal, and made significant progress in protecting this place that means so much to so many and is so important to our local wildlife. Getting out on the land with you again was such a joy. In our new Monthly Meanders program, we toured protected places with local naturalists. At LandFest, we gathered to support community conservation. During Farm Tour, we celebrated local farms and farmers at Kodama Farm & Food Forest. And at work parties across the seasons, community members cared for the land that supports our vibrant native wildlife. As you read about more of the exciting projects and milestones you’ve helped us accomplish, I hope you’ll take as much pride as I do in being part of the extraordinary community that makes this work possible. With gratitude, <https://mcusercontent.com/25cbb92181e6db1730fe5fb21/images/526df7ba-0099-44a7-a2db-01612caef2e8.jpeg> Richard Tucker Executive Director Impact of Your Support With your help, in 2022 we: * Protected 19 new properties in the Quimper Wildlife Corridor, and continued fundraising for the transfer of 107 acres of state-owned forestland in the corridor to Jefferson County ownership and permanent protection * Improved the visitor experience at Valley View Forest with the help of volunteers and partners who built an accessible trail and new covered pavilion * Celebrated the successful transfer of ownership of the Kawamoto Farm in Quilcene to the Galvis, Walker, Pinzón Collective, which will help the farm stay in production for the benefit of our community Your support also helped the Land Trust: * Work alongside many dedicated volunteers to care for 831 acres of habitat on our preserves and monitor each of our 67 conservation-easement properties * Engage hundreds of local students in hands-on learning projects on our preserves * Conduct, with the help of volunteers, important forest health and wetland health assessments on our preserves to support the vibrant native species who rely on this land as much as we do * Work with a number of local farming families to move forward with exciting agricultural protection projects across Jefferson County Thank You! <https://saveland.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=25cbb92181e6db1730fe5fb21&id=c5c669f48f&e=49e2085cc8> Forestland Forever: Arlandia At Jefferson Land Trust, we’re grateful to partner with willing landowners who care about their land so much they want to protect it forever through voluntary conservation easements. Land Trust supporters Dave Rugh and his late wife Ruthe decided to protect their property, Arlandia, in this way. Arlandia is a beautiful, 28-acre forested property in the Tarboo Valley that contains a tributary to Tarboo Creek, which flows out into Tarboo Bay and Dabob Bay — renowned for their pristine waters and stunning views. After actively caring for the land for more than 40 years, the couple approached the Land Trust with the idea of placing a conservation easement on Arlandia to ensure that its breathtaking, mature forest stayed intact — forever. A grant from the County Conservation Futures Fund covered most of the cost of purchasing the easement, and Dave and Ruthe made a generous stewardship contribution to help the Land Trust monitor and ensure the parameters of the easement are followed for all time. Arlandia is a very special place. It was inspiring to work with Dave and Ruthe to honor their decades of care, and to ensure that their property will remain forestland forever. Upcoming Land Trust Events Work Party: Removing Invasive Holly at Snow Creek Uncas Preserve Tuesday, December 13, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm, Snow Creek Uncas Preserve Snow Creek Uncas Preserve is home to forest, streams... and invasive holly! Please join us in the mature forest above Snow Creek to remove holly in order to open up the area for native forest plants and processes. Directions: From Port Townsend, travel south on Highway 20 for approximately 10 miles, then turn left onto Highway 101 South. Follow Highway 101 South approximately 1.3 miles and turn right onto West Uncas Road. Parking is available on West Uncas Road near the corner of Wycoff Road. Please do not park on Wycoff Road. ________________________________ You're Invited: Land Trust Holiday Open House, December 30 Friday, December 30, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, Jefferson Land Trust Office (1033 Lawrence Street in Uptown Port Townsend) Stop by the Land Trust office in Uptown Port Townsend anytime during business hours on Friday, December 30 for a warm cup of cheer (hot cider, hot chocolate) and a sweet treat (including gluten-free options) to ring in the New Year. We're so grateful for all the volunteers, supporters, and partners who do so much to help us preserve and care for local farms, forests, and fish and wildlife habitat forever. Whether you're a longtime supporter or curious to learn more about who we are and what we do, we hope you'll join us as we celebrate the year’s progress together, and chat about what’s ahead for 2023. There will be a tent set up in the courtyard for those more comfortable in the open air and indoor space in the office. Masking is optional. Hope to see you then! Upcoming Community Events Friends of Fort Flagler Presents: Birding in the Park with Beverly McNeil Friday, November 25, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm, Fort Flagler State Park Every fourth Saturday of the month (with the exception of November, when the walk is planned for a Friday) Admiralty Audubon trip leader and bird photographer Beverly McNeil will lead bird and nature walks at Fort Flagler State Park on Marrowstone Island. Bring your own water, binoculars, and sturdy footwear. Contact Beverly via email to get more details and sign up. Email Beverly McNeil >> <mailto:Bevybirds53@gmail.com?subject=Birdwatching%20Walk> ________________________________ Jefferson County Commissioners Public Meeting on Carbon Sequestration Wednesday, November 30, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Jefferson County Library (620 Cedar Avenue in Port Hadlock) Jefferson County commissioners have questions about how inclusion in a proposed state carbon sequestration program would affect beneficiaries of state trust lands, among other concerns. This public meeting has been planned to help county commissioners gather more information about the potential impacts of the program. They'll focus on forest management options and their implications in Jefferson County, including carbon offsets, and invite input. To this end, they've invited a diverse set of stakeholders to that session including representatives from the Department of Natural Resources; other relevant elected officials and senior staff; Tribal citizens; junior taxing districts; and subject matter experts from the conservation, forest products, and recreation industries. ________________________________ Jefferson County Historical Society Presents: First Friday Speaker Series - Traditional Ecological Knowledge in Fire Ecology and Management with Dr. Ernesto Alvarado Friday, December 2, 7:00 - 8:30 pm, Northwest Maritime Center (also livestreamed) Join Dr. Ernesto Alvarado as he presents an exploration of some of the causes linked to large and severe wildfires. Wildfires are part of most ecosystems in the American West, and large wildfires have occurred for millennia. However, current wildfires seem different from those occurring historically. Some of the concepts that will be covered are fire behavior and fire regime that help to understand ecological and environmental effects of fire; current fire issues including restoration and national fire policies; relation of wildfires to climate; and Native American traditional burning. Ernesto Alvarado is a Professor at the School of Environmental and Forest Sciences at the University of Washington. Suggested donation: $10 To learn more and register, click here >> <https://saveland.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=25cbb92181e6db1730fe5fb21&id=a3bf39ecf7&e=49e2085cc8> ________________________________ Port Townsend Marine Science Center Presents: The Future of Oceans Series - 2022 Update on the Status of the Invasive European Green Crab in Washington State Sunday, December 4, 3:00 pm, Fort Worden Chapel Join Neil Harrington, environmental biologist with the Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe's Natural Resources Department, for this update on the invasive European green crab. Neil will discuss the proliferation of European green crab in Washington, which was declared an emergency by Governor Inslee, as well as the biological and ecological implications of this invasive species, and the fight to prevent their establishment, with a focus on the North Olympic Peninsula. This lecture series, "The Future of Oceans," draws on the commitment of professional researchers and educators across all academic spectrums to help define and inspire the health of our oceans. Cost: Free, with donations encouraged. Assisted listening devices will be available. To learn more, click here >> <https://saveland.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=25cbb92181e6db1730fe5fb21&id=5026323d28&e=49e2085cc8> ________________________________ Port Townsend Farmers Market: Final Month! Saturdays: November 26 and December 3, 10, and 17, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, 650 Tyler Street (Uptown Port Townsend) We're heading into the final month of the beloved Port Townsend Farmers Market! Open nine months a year, the final market of the season will be on Saturday, December 17, so don't miss out on your chance to support your local farmers and artisans by buying local this month. The market offers a wide variety of seasonal produce, pasture-raised meat, hard cider, honey, artisan cheese, bread and pastries, prepared food, as well as fine arts and crafts from Jefferson and neighboring counties. From locally grown food to pottery, the items sold travel no more than 50 miles to reach the market. ________________________________ <https://saveland.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=25cbb92181e6db1730fe5fb21&id=b4cf08c238&e=49e2085cc8> Facebook <https://saveland.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=25cbb92181e6db1730fe5fb21&id=fa9a6dc42f&e=49e2085cc8> <https://saveland.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=25cbb92181e6db1730fe5fb21&id=a6e7659995&e=49e2085cc8> Instagram <https://saveland.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=25cbb92181e6db1730fe5fb21&id=0163912c02&e=49e2085cc8> <https://saveland.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=25cbb92181e6db1730fe5fb21&id=9c0b653887&e=49e2085cc8> YouTube <https://saveland.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=25cbb92181e6db1730fe5fb21&id=823ce19566&e=49e2085cc8> <https://saveland.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=25cbb92181e6db1730fe5fb21&id=5b2c09fa6b&e=49e2085cc8> Website <https://saveland.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=25cbb92181e6db1730fe5fb21&id=3b106ed5e5&e=49e2085cc8> <mailto:info@saveland.org> Email <mailto:info@saveland.org> Copyright © 2022 Jefferson Land Trust, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website. Our mailing address is: Jefferson Land Trust 1033 Lawrence St Port Townsend, WA 98368-6523 Add us to your address book <https://saveland.us4.list-manage.com/vcard?u=25cbb92181e6db1730fe5fb21&id=03b8b3c16a> Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences <https://saveland.us4.list-manage.com/profile?u=25cbb92181e6db1730fe5fb21&id=03b8b3c16a&e=49e2085cc8&c=00da01180f> or unsubscribe from this list <https://saveland.us4 .list-manage.com/unsubscribe?u=25cbb92181e6db1730fe5fb21&id=03b8b3c16a&e=49e2085cc8&c=00da01180f> . <https://saveland.us4.list-manage.com/track/open.php?u=25cbb92181e6db1730fe5fb21&id=00da01180f&e=49e2085cc8> ibutary to Tarboo Creek, which flows out into Tarboo Bay and Dabob Bay — renowned for their pristine waters and stunning views. After actively caring for the land for more than 40 years, the couple approached the Land Trust with the idea of placing a conservation easement on Arlandia to ensure that its breathtaking, mature forest stayed intact — forever. A grant from the County Conservation Futures Fund covered most of the cost of purchasing the easement, and Dave and Ruthe made a generous stewardship contribution to help the Land Trust monitor and ensure the parameters of the easement are followed for all time. Arlandia is a very special place. It was inspiring to work with Dave and Ruthe to honor their decades of care, and to ensure that their property will remain forestland forever. Upcoming Land Trust Events Work Party: Removing Invasive Holly at Snow Creek Uncas Preserve Tuesday, December 13, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm, Snow Creek Uncas Preserve Snow Creek Uncas Preserve is home to forest, streams... and invasive holly! Please join us in the mature forest above Snow Creek to remove holly in order to open up the area for native forest plants and processes. Directions: From Port Townsend, travel south on Highway 20 for approximately 10 miles, then turn left onto Highway 101 South. Follow Highway 101 South approximately 1.3 miles and turn right onto West Uncas Road. Parking is available on West Uncas Road near the corner of Wycoff Road. Please do not park on Wycoff Road. ________________________________ You're Invited: Land Trust Holiday Open House, December 30 Friday, December 30, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, Jefferson Land Trust Office (1033 Lawrence Street in Uptown Port Townsend) Stop by the Land Trust office in Uptown Port Townsend anytime during business hours on Friday, December 30 for a warm cup of cheer (hot cider, hot chocolate) and a sweet treat (including gluten-free options) to ring in the New Year. We're so grateful for all the volunteers, supporters, and partners who do so much to help us preserve and care for local farms, forests, and fish and wildlife habitat forever. Whether you're a longtime supporter or curious to learn more about who we are and what we do, we hope you'll join us as we celebrate the year’s progress together, and chat about what’s ahead for 2023. There will be a tent set up in the courtyard for those more comfortable in the open air and indoor space in the office. Masking is optional. Hope to see you then! Upcoming Community Events Friends of Fort Flagler Presents: Birding in the Park with Beverly McNeil Friday, November 25, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm, Fort Flagler State Park Every fourth Saturday of the month (with the exception of November, when the walk is planned for a Friday) Admiralty Audubon trip leader and bird photographer Beverly McNeil will lead bird and nature walks at Fort Flagler State Park on Marrowstone Island. Bring your own water, binoculars, and sturdy footwear. Contact Beverly via email to get more details and sign up. Email Beverly McNeil >> <mailto:Bevybirds53@gmail.com?subject=Birdwatching%20Walk> ________________________________ Jefferson County Commissioners Public Meeting on Carbon Sequestration Wednesday, November 30, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Jefferson County Library (620 Cedar Avenue in Port Hadlock) Jefferson County commissioners have questions about how inclusion in a proposed state carbon sequestration program would affect beneficiaries of state trust lands, among other concerns. This public meeting has been planned to help county commissioners gather more information about the potential impacts of the program. They'll focus on forest management options and their implications in Jefferson County, including carbon offsets, and invite input. To this end, they've invited a diverse set of stakeholders to that session including representatives from the Department of Natural Resources; other relevant elected officials and senior staff; Tribal citizens; junior taxing districts; and subject matter experts from the conservation, forest products, and recreation industries. ________________________________ Jefferson County Historical Society Presents: First Friday Speaker Series - Traditional Ecological Knowledge in Fire Ecology and Management with Dr. Ernesto Alvarado Friday, December 2, 7:00 - 8:30 pm, Northwest Maritime Center (also livestreamed) Join Dr. Ernesto Alvarado as he presents an exploration of some of the causes linked to large and severe wildfires. Wildfires are part of most ecosystems in the American West, and large wildfires have occurred for millennia. However, current wildfires seem different from those occurring historically. Some of the concepts that will be covered are fire behavior and fire regime that help to understand ecological and environmental effects of fire; current fire issues including restoration and national fire policies; relation of wildfires to climate; and Native American traditional burning. Ernesto Alvarado is a Professor at the School of Environmental and Forest Sciences at the University of Washington. Suggested donation: $10 To learn more and register, click here >> <https://saveland.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=25cbb92181e6db1730fe5fb21&id=a3bf39ecf7&e=49e2085cc8> ________________________________ Port Townsend Marine Science Center Presents: The Future of Oceans Series - 2022 Update on the Status of the Invasive European Green Crab in Washington State Sunday, December 4, 3:00 pm, Fort Worden Chapel Join Neil Harrington, environmental biologist with the Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe's Natural Resources Department, for this update on the invasive European green crab. Neil will discuss the proliferation of European green crab in Washington, which was declared an emergency by Governor Inslee, as well as the biological and ecological implications of this invasive species, and the fight to prevent their establishment, with a focus on the North Olympic Peninsula. This lecture series, "The Future of Oceans," draws on the commitment of professional researchers and educators across all academic spectrums to help define and inspire the health of our oceans. Cost: Free, with donations encouraged. Assisted listening devices will be available. To learn more, click here >> <https://saveland.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=25cbb92181e6db1730fe5fb21&id=5026323d28&e=49e2085cc8> ________________________________ Port Townsend Farmers Market: Final Month! Saturdays: November 26 and December 3, 10, and 17, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, 650 Tyler Street (Uptown Port Townsend) We're heading into the final month of the beloved Port Townsend Farmers Market! Open nine months a year, the final market of the season will be on Saturday, December 17, so don't miss out on your chance to support your local farmers and artisans by buying local this month. The market offers a wide variety of seasonal produce, pasture-raised meat, hard cider, honey, artisan cheese, bread and pastries, prepared food, as well as fine arts and crafts from Jefferson and neighboring counties. 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