Explore Beavers Along the Clear Creek Trail in September

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Chum salmon swimming upstream

Kitsap Eco Kids: Beaver Believer StoryWalk®

Stroll through the pages of a book at Silverdale Rotary Gateway Park.

colorful animated picture of beavers building a dam

Kitsap County Public Works – Stormwater Division is partnering with the Kitsap Regional Library to bring the popular StoryWalk® to Kitsap County stormwater parks this fall.

Beginning September 1, enjoy an interactive story with your family as you stroll through the pages  of "The Lodge that Beaver Built" by Randi Sonenshine while exploring the ecosystem supported by our beaver buddies. Begin your walk at the Silverdale Rotary Gateway Park, open from dawn 'till dusk. (Parking is by the Dog Park/Skate Park, the StoryWalk is along the Clear Creek Trail heading south.) As you stroll down the park’s pathway, signs will guide you in various activities. 

Want to participate in an interactive storytime and craft? Join Kitsap Regional Library and Kitsap County Stormwater for a Beaver Believer Storytime at Clear Creek on Tuesday, September 19, 5:30 - 6:30 pm. Meet at the Silverdale Rotary Gateway Park, 11601 Silverdale Way NW, Silverdale. Learn about beavers and their role in local ecosystems. Stick around after dusk to possibly see beavers in action!

The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. Storywalk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson. 
Beaver Walk Event Announcement

Kitsap County Nature & Beaver Walks at Clear Creek

Join us at this evening walk to learn about the ecosystem and beavers

Kitsap County's Stormwater Division invites you to join us at the Clear Creek Trail to learn about the stream restoration, native plants, and beavers...their life cycle, habits, the benefits they provide and the challenges they create. Register online at kitsapbeaverwalk923.eventbrite.com.

Tuesday, September 12, 6:30 - 8 p.m.

OR

Thursday, September 14, 6:30 - 8 .pm.


We will meet at the Silverdale Rotary Gateway Park/Dog Park in the evening to maximize our chances of spotting a beaver. This event will be held rain or shine. Expect to walk approximately 1-2 miles. Remember to wear comfortable shoes and clothing appropriate to the weather. Bring binoculars (or night vision goggles if you have them!), a flashlight, and a portable chair if desired.

  • Please leave your four-legged friends at home so we don't scare the beavers.
  • Space is limited to 30 participants at each walk.

Questions about these events?

Contact Pat Kirschbaum, pkirschbaum@kitsap.gov or Kitsap1: 360.337.5777.