Author: Mackenzie Bakewell

Denny Creek Preservation Reports

In 2008, members of DCNA completed an exhaustive survey of the watershed topography and an analysis of the natural areas’ capability to sustain a healthy habitat for native species, including salmon and trout in Denny Creek. The 2007 Denny Creek Watershed Survey provided the community and government agencies with an invaluable assessment of the impact of development and drainage engineering on Denny Creek and its 860-acre watershed. Learn more about Denny Creek Preservation. AMTEST Reports AMTEST Report October 2006 (PDF) AMTEST Report September 2006 (PDF) EARC Wetland Inventory EARC Wetland Inventory Proj 06031 (PDF) Maps View Denny Creek Maps (PDF) Watershed Report Watershed Report (PDF) Watershed Report...

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The National Night Out Party is Today, Aug. 2nd!

Join us on August 2nd for the National Night Out Party! The party goes from 6pm – 9pm, and people will be gathering in front of 8210 NE 142nd Street. Details from Event Coordinator Hotdogs (meatless too), buns, and condiments will be provided. Please RSVP so she can buy accordingly. Cost is to offset the price of food provided. Shared Food: please label ingredients so those with food allergies or dietary concerns can know if they’re able to eat the homemade...

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Volunteer Event Information – Big Finn Hill Park on Aug. 27th

King County Parks King County’s award-winning Parks and Recreation system consists of 200 parks, 175 miles of trails and 28,000 acres of open space. In our 200 parks, you’ll find ballfields, playgrounds and pools, as well as lush forests, quiet meadows, and many other Northwest ecosystems. Volunteer Event Information Location: Big Finn Hill Park Date: August 27th 9am-1pm Day of Event Contact: Lina Rose, 206.491.5014. Please contact Lina directly to RSVP prior to the event lina.rose@kingcounty.gov Why your Volunteer Service is Important Forests need to have diversity in order to be healthy and thrive. When forests are thriving, they can they...

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Workshop on Coexisting with Urban Wildlife, plus other news and events

Kirkland News Bites: Upcoming Events Learning to live with urban wildlife Residents are invited to attend and participate in an educational  workshop focused on coexistence with urban wildlife and simple actions people can take to reduce conflict and live peacefully with creatures such as coyotes, cougars, deer, raccoons and black bear. The workshop will be held on Wednesday, June 29 at 6:30 p.m., at Kirkland City Hall, 123 5th Ave, in the City Council Chambers. The event is sponsored by the City of Kirkland in conjunction with Washington State Department of Fish & Wildlife and the U.S. Department of Agriculture –...

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