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July 2024
Shoreline Living workshop and Beach Walk
Shore Friendly Kitsap recently held its annual Shoreline Landowner Workshop and Beach Walk on May 22nd, focusing on the theme of 'Shoreline Living.' Guest speakers Jessica Cote and Traci Sanderson from Blue Coast Engineering discussed essential topics for shoreline landowners, including nearshore habitats, various marine shoretypes, seasonal shoreline changes, human impacts on shorelines, and best management practices.
If you were unable to attend the workshop, you can find the presentation slides here, and the recording here.
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Focus Group Opportunity for Puget Sound Waterfront Property Owners
Join the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) and Washington State University’s (WSU) Social and Economic Sciences Research Center (SESRC), on behalf of Shore Friendly, in a study on residential owners’ management of their shoreline. We're organizing online Zoom discussions in early July with shoreline property owners across the Puget Sound region. Your insights are invaluable, and no prior knowledge of shoreline management practices is necessary. Each session will last about an hour, and participants will receive a $20 e-gift card. To sign up, visit https://opinion.wsu.edu/shoreline. For questions, contact lena.le@wsu.edu. We look forward to your participation!
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Noxious Weed Disposal Pilot Program Kicks Off
The Noxious Weed Disposal Pilot Program is now operational.
Participation instructions:
1. Take your noxious weeds to the Hansville, Olalla, Silverdale garbage and recycling centers, or Bainbridge Island disposal site.
2. Inform the facility attendant that you are there to dispose of noxious weeds.
3. Complete a form with details such as your name, contact number, type of weed, and the location from which the weeds were removed.
Ensure your load is secure to avoid a $10 fee for unsecured loads.
For additional information about noxious weeds and the program, click here.
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Oceanspray in bloom. A native plant used to help stabilize shoreline and riparian areas.
In Other News
A frequent question during site visits, concerns the stabilization of banks. The response can differ based on various factors, yet the recommendation to plant native vegetation is consistent.
Native species not only fortify the shoreline but also offer habitats and protection for fish and mammals, in addition to their aesthetic appeal.
About Shore Friendly Kitsap
Shore Friendly Kitsap is your waterfront partner. We connect waterfront landowners with technical support and resources for bulkhead removal. Whether you are thinking about restoring your shoreline or are actively pursuing a project, we are here to help. To learn more about who we are and how we can help, click here.
Contact Us
Phone:
360.307.4242
Email:
shorefriendly@kitsap.gov
Website: shorefriendlykitsap.com
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Kitsap County Department of Community Development
Your partner in building safe, resilient, and sustainable Kitsap County communities!
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Shore Friendly Kitsap, Your Waterfront Partner
Our mission is to empower Puget Sound waterfront landowners to create beautiful, environmentally friendly shorelines for themselves and generations to come.
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