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www.keypennews.com THE VOICE OF THE KEY PENINSULA June 2017 Vol.44 No. 06 KP Community Council Receives Two Major Grants Lisa Bryan, KP News

There was cause for celebration at the May 10 meeting of the Key Peninsula Commu- nity Council when it was announced the council had received two substantial grants to continue its work on behalf of the KP. Council President Chuck West announced the award of $153,000 from The Whisper Foundation to fund the next stage of the Key Peninsula Partnership for a Healthy Community, to be administered by a KPCC committee, including partner- ship co-directors Ben and Susan Paganelli. “We had begun to think we wouldn’t KP resident Jillian Reese suffers from bone receive funding,” said council Secretary marrow failure; cause unknown. She will be 16 Danna Webster. She also expressed her grat- in June. Photo: Trina Flaherty itude for the Paganellis: “They stuck with A young orca breaches in Case Inlet. Photo: Kathy Bauer us throughout this whole funding drought KP Cares Supports and remained dedicated to this program.” Orcas Pay Extended Visit to KP Mary Williams, a professional grant writer a Family in Need on the steering committee, worked pro Sara Thompson, KP News Ted Olinger, KP News whales called Alaska Unknowns off Admi- bono with Webster and the Paganellis on ralty Inlet at the northern end of Puget the successful grant application. The Key Peninsula community has a A pod of eight or more orcas visited Sound. The AK Unknowns were first “It’s very exciting and new, this idea of way of wrapping itself around those in the waters surrounding the Key Penin- spotted near Victoria, B.C., April 15, and building community assets to enhance need of help. Trina Flaherty has been a sula at the end of April for more than had been seen only a few times before near the community with these programs,” part of that support network and now, as 10 days, according to local residents and Alaska, according to the BC Killer Whale Webster said. her family faces its own crisis, KP Cares whale researchers. Research Report group in Sydney, B.C. The Whisper Foundation, created in has pledged to support her. Ingrid Shumway, who lives on Henderson T68A was the large male seen entering 2016, is one of four from a legacy gift of Flaherty’s daughter, Jillian Reese, who Bay just south of the Purdy Spit, first Burley Lagoon. Orcas live in matrilineal the Gary E. Milgard Family Foundation. will be 16 in June, was a healthy 3-year-old spotted orcas outside her window early groups, with all offspring usually remaining Each of the newly formed foundations when she was hospitalized in Omaha with in the morning of April 29. They had been with their mother until death, even after reflects the philanthropic passions of the a life-threatening viral lung infection. She heading south, she said, but then “I noticed reproducing. The T68 family was the only Milgard children. recovered, but a year later she was bruising them coming back in along the shore.” one in KP waters positively identified at With the ground work for the partner- easily and blood tests showed a very low The whales stuck close to the shoreline press time, though other transients were ship in place, this new grant is intended platelet count. and then entered Burley Lagoon. “They seen with them. for more direct funding of projects within Platelets are an essential part of the spent hours around here,” Shumway said. Orcas are identified primarily by the the scope of the three primary target areas body’s clotting system and if they are too “It was quite a sight.” She said she had condition of their dorsal fins and the of the partnership: transportation, hunger, low, the risk of serious bleeding is very never seen orcas so close to shore or in distinct white saddle patches behind them, and health and wellness. high. For the next decade, Jillian’s condi- the lagoon in the 25 years she and her a technique pioneered by Michael A. Bigg, Council member and Transportation tion prevented her from activities where husband have lived on the bay. the late Canadian marine biologist whose Committee Chair Marcia Harris announced she might incur injuries that could cause At least part of the group was identified research identified them as a distinct KPCC was also awarded a new $150,000 bleeding. She could swim but not play as the T68 family, a pod of transient orcas population. grant from the Washington State Depart- baseball or run track. (also known as Bigg’s orcas), according to Phil and Kathy Bauer, who live on Case ment of Transportation to provide funding When they moved back to the Key Penin- the Orca Network, a group of scientists Inlet south of Vaughn Bay, spotted half a for KP School Bus Connects, an innovative sula in 2009 to be closer to family, Jillian and volunteers who track whales in the dozen or more orcas, including calves, just free transportation program that represents was followed by doctors at Mary Bridge Salish Sea. off shore May 4. “They were breaching and a working partnership with KPCC, Penin- Children’s Hospital for her blood disorder. On April 20, the matriarch of the family, tail slapping and just playing around,” Phil sula School District, Red Barn Youth Center, Last winter, Jillian had problems with her T68, was spotted traveling with her son, Bauer said. “We’ve seen them every once Communities In Schools of Peninsula and CONTINUED PAGE 2 T68A, daughters T68Bs and unidentified CONTINUED PAGE 2 Puget Sound Educational Service District. 2 www.keypennews.com June 2017

KP CARES FROM PAGE 1 Gibbons joined to guide us through the red blood cells (which carry oxygen) and 501(c)(3) process. In late 2016, Marcia her white cells (which fight infection). Her stepped down and Janet Acevedo joined bone marrow was no longer producing as our treasurer.” these essential blood cells. As moderator of the Facebook page, Jillian began to wear a mask to protect Mendenhall hears about people who need her from infections but, in December help. “This is a tight-knit community and 2016, her doctor said that her risk was we are pretty connected to one another,” so severe, she should no longer attend she said. classes at Peninsula High School. They offer monetary assistance in the She is now a part of the PHS Home range of $1,000 to $5,000. T68A, a male with the tall dorsal fin, heads south with family members in Henderson Bay. Below: to Hospital program, with a tutor coming KP Cares plans to establish a fund so One of the T68 family approaches the Purdy Spit. Photos: Ingrid Shumway once a week. Her outings are limited to a that resources will be readily accessible weekly trip to the library. Her best friends when needed. “Most of our fundraising fornia. The clan is made can visit, but they must wear masks. She activities are dependent on good weather,” up of three families: J, has needed weekly transfusions of plate- Mendenhall said. “And when a crisis occurs K and L pods. Another lets to prevent life-threatening bleeding for a family, it could happen at any time. resident population of for the last four months. We’d like to have money available when about 200 whales in “Jillian is full of life,” Flaherty said. “She it is needed.” three clans—A, G and loves to read, loves anime and is a normal When she is able to return to work, R—lives farther north teenager—rambunctious, lively. I want her Flaherty said that 10 percent of her earn- in the waters around to be able to run and not worry about ings will go back to KP Cares. “If everyone Vancouver Island. The falling and bleeding out.” on the Key Peninsula could donate just $5, two groups are not The ultimate treatment is a bone marrow it would make an incredible difference in ORCAS FROM PAGE 1 known to mix, inter- transplant. Jillian will be evaluated for one people’s lives,” she said. in a while over the years, but this was just breed or vocalize in the same dialect, through the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance this Donations to support the Flaherty family incredible.” according to the Center for Whale Research summer. The procedure will involve a long or to the KP Cares fund can be mailed to: Transient orcas do not have specific terri- at Friday Harbor on San Juan Island. hospital stay and she must be in Seattle during KP Cares, P.O. Box 1, Vaughn, WA 98394. tories, but travel long distances in coastal Orcas can travel up to 100 miles a day recovery to be close to her medical team. For more information, Mendenhall can be waters to hunt marine mammals and birds and in short bursts of speed of 30 miles Flaherty, who has a degree in horti- reached via Facebook at KPCaresWA or close to shore. Their diet, hunting tech- per hour. They live between 40 and 80 culture and started her own landscaping text message at 253-549-6766. niques and vocalizations set them apart years, though one local matriarch, J2, also business, stopped working in December from open ocean orcas and the local resi- known as Granny, was thought to be 105 so that she could care for her daughter. dent populations of the Salish Sea. years old due to the number and age of She is grateful to have good insurance The large number of orcas and the length her known descendants when she was last that will cover all the medical costs. But of their stay may be related to the unusual seen in October 2016. keeping up with rent on her place has number of sea lions lingering in Home Necropsies performed on residents and been a challenge. Her landlords and her and the Rocky Creek areas. Orca Network orcas around the world have revealed loyal customers have been supportive confirmed a sea lion kill by transient orcas high levels of industrial toxins accumu- and, although housing will be provided in close to shore near Richmond Beach in lating in these apex predators, according Seattle, living expenses will add up. north Puget Sound May 8. to the Center for Whale Research. J Clan That is where KP Cares comes in. About 80 orcas known as J Clan spend has lost about 20 percent of its members “Mindy Baxter, Sylvia Wilson, Marilyn most of their lives feeding on salmon over the last two decades and is the only Hartley and I began publicly organizing around the San Juan Islands and Strait orca population in the world considered fundraisers on the Key Peninsula Facebook of Georgia, though they occasionally an endangered species. group in 2014 for people with financial enter Puget Sound proper and have been For more information or to report any whale needs due to personal crisis,” said Susan observed as far south as Monterey, Cali- sighting, go to www.orcanetwork.org. Freiler Mendenhall. “A year later, Marcia

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Office (253) 884-1920 Ham radio operators (left to right) Lynn Neece, Thomas Smith and Mark Yordy will train for emergency-preparedness communication later in June. Photo: Don Tjossem, KP News Cell (253) 432-3316 Ham Radio Operators Train for Emergencies Tom Rolfzen L AKEBCL861N5 Carolyn Wiley, KP News said. They provide communication support Advertising in the On the fourth weekend of every June for the Red Cross and fire districts. On the KP News for over since 1933, amateur (ham) radio opera- Key Peninsula, regular EOC training takes 30 years. tors across the nation have participated in place at fire station 47 in Home. “field day,” the largest ham radio event of Mark Yordy, a Wauna resident and ham the year. Lynn Neece, a member of RF radio operator, works in the Pierce County Wireless Amateur Radio Club of Burley, Department of Emergency Management said that while field day is an opportunity and helps coordinate Amateur Radio Emer- for the public to learn about the hobby gency Service (ARES) drills in the Western and how to get started, for members it Washington Section, District 5. District LONGBRANCH IMPROVEMENT CLUB is also a training exercise for responding 5 serves all Pierce County communities. to a natural disaster or other emergency. The Burley group is part of the ARES Members will experience what it is network. Yordy said that during an emer- July 1 Saturday 8-11pm like to operate away from their normal gency, the local EOCs send their informa- home stations by being part of a simulated tion to District 5 ARES and the messages emergency that requires setting up under are sorted and prioritized before distribu- adverse conditions, including the use of tion to the appropriate departments. Chris Friel Orchestra emergency power and portable antennas. Although much of the focus is upon The exercise will provide a chance to test emergency preparedness, other services systems and practice emergency protocols are fulfilled by ham radio operators, such that are necessary when regular commu- as on-site coordination of marathon races Tacos by Purdy Favorite nications are disrupted. like the Sea-to-Narrows, long-distance TAQUERIA Neece said he enjoys the technical side bike races like Seattle-to-Portland and of the hobby and derives satisfaction from recreational boating activities such as EL GUERO knowing that he would be able to help out the Vic-Maui International Yacht Race. neighbors in the event of emergency and Thomas Smith, president of the Burley reach his family in Pennsylvania. Radio Club, takes pride in having been a The RF Wireless Amateur Radio Club crew member who handled communica- has been affiliated with the national orga- tions for his team on the Vic-Maui race nization, Amateur Radio Relay League, for in both 2004 and 2006. a little over 30 years, Neece said. The local Neece is coordinating the local field day Rock&Soul club has been active in providing intro- at YMCA Camp Seymour this year. He ductory training and classes for members has assembled a team of people who will who want to earn entry-level licenses as be on duty throughout the 24-hour period Dance Party well as advanced training. beginning 11 a.m. Saturday, June 24, until “Some, but not all, of the members are 11 a.m. Sunday. The community is invited $12.50/advance Sunnycrest | Blend | Marina $15/door All ages welcome emergency-certified operators and are called to visit and learn about the technical side 4312 Key Pen Hwy S www.licweb.org up to provide services through the District 5 of wireless radio communication. Emergency Operations Center (EOC),” he For more information, go to www.w7jq.com. 4 www.keypennews.com June 2017

Students take a break during their clinic with former PHS band teacher Rickey Badua, Ph.D., far right with Justin Ehli. Photo: April Agnew PHS Band Wins Big in Hollywood

Ted Olinger, KP News PHS senior and Minter area resident well as more traditional methods such as nice for me to be able to bring a bunch Kara Haggard also won an award for her car washes and local restaurant takeovers. of kids down there and show him how Members of the Peninsula High School flute solo at the beginning of “African The remaining cost per student for this the program is doing. He said it was band took top honors at a contest in Dreams.” trip was $800, Burbridge said. stronger than when he left, which was Hollywood during a music festival April “The awards ceremony at Universal The band also participated in a clinic a nice compliment.” 27 to 30. Studios was a huge shocker for all of with an old friend: Rickey Badua, Ph.D., This was the second band trip for PHS Seventy-eight of the 110 PHS band us,” Haggard said. “Usually we’ll go to director of band music at California State junior Sean Doud, of Gig Harbor, who members went on the trip, according to marching competitions after having prac- University at Pomona. Badua spent four has been playing tuba for six years. “Most band teacher Justin Ehli, to compete in ticed really hard for months, stand around years revitalizing the PHS band program, of the time we just go to get rid of the a WorldStrides Onstage music festival. in the rain all day and get a participation Ehli said. seriousness of school and be with the Ehli, who has been at PHS for six of award for our efforts. So you can imagine it “Rickey laid the foundation for the rest of our family, our band family,” he his seven years teaching, composed was really crazy for us to get three awards program, which is why we go on trips said. “But we took home gold trophies arrangements of “Greensleeves” and in one night, plus my solo award.” and we go to festivals and we do a lot of and it was really exciting. the contemporary “African Dreams” by Haggard took up the flute in Key Penin- things, because that’s what a successful “The hardest part was coming back to American composer Brant Karrick for sula Middle School band and has been band program does,” Ehli said. “So it was AP testing the next week,” he said. the competition, combining his two band playing for seven years. classes and percussion class into a single Tina Burbridge, of Home, was the trip performance group. coordinator and a parent chaperone. She That group took home first-place has been in the band booster club for six trophies for best band in the AAA or seven years. “I’m on my third student category and highest-scoring band, in going through the band program with addition to a special adjudicator’s gold- another one coming up,” she said. Her Be part of a supportive group Increase your self-confidence rating award for best overall group. The daughter, junior Haley Burbridge, plays Develop leadership and interview skills PHS students were up against two other French horn, trumpet and mellophone. Learn to communicate more effectively while having fun AAA bands and groups from 10 schools “They did really well,” Tina Burbridge ranging from middle school to college. said. In all, some 900 students participated. The booster club helps raise funds to Get it all at Toastmasters “Before the trip, I was thinking to myself finance band trips, among other things. Every Thursday 8-9 am at Key Center Library that this is probably the best-prepared This year’s efforts included an online fund- group musically that I’ve brought on a raiser through Snap-Raise.com, a site most Every 2nd & 4th Thursday 7-8 pm at Key Center Fire Station trip,” Ehli said. often used by high school sports teams, as Call Steve at 253 514-1803 for complete information

June 2017 www.keypennews.com 5 Art and Science Work Together at KPMS

Lisa Bryan, KP News “The kids really like doing portraits, working in teams, adjusting the lighting for differing Chris Bronstad and Richard Miller both teach science and effects, all working to achieve the kind of art at Key Peninsula Middle School. Both believe the two photo the subject feels best expresses them,” fields are essential and intertwined, even as state and national Miller said. “These students are really doing standards push students closer to tech-based education. college-level portrait photography.” Miller’s academic pursuits began with a photography Seventh-grader Shannon Bundrick took scholarship. He did a year of photography in a fine arts Miller’s photography class in the first program and, while he loved the medium, he doubted his trimester and loved it. “At the time, my chances of earning a good living at it. He changed course hair was purple and that day it wasn’t and earned a medical degree, went on to work in scien- behaving very well, but Mr. Miller let me tific research and later founded a successful technology mess with the photo color and I noticed consulting business with his wife. In their very brief retire- it really looked like one of those old ment, both decided to go back to school to pursue a second photos,” she said. career. He earned a When asked if she thought the photo master’s degree in captured her personality, Shannon said, education and has been “I really like helping out here at school teaching at KPMS for and I’m often the moral support for many the last five years. of my friends so, yeah, I think it turned Miller teaches out pretty well.” science, robotics, 3-D Chris Bronstad has been teaching for 28 and CAD drawing in years. The longtime science and award-win- addition to providing ning art teacher believes the two subjects enrichment classes for are deeply connected, since both disci- advanced students plines require natural curiosity, observation at KPMS. Last year and experimentation to achieve results. was his first teaching “Science is analytical, involving numbers photography and the and data, but it’s also big-picture stuff, students responded seeing patterns, which is very right brain,” well. Bobbie Worden, he said. “To say that one is exclusive of then a seventh-grader, the other just isn’t the case.” Self-portrait by eighth-grader Shannon Bundrick. won first place in a One of his students, seventh-grader Frankie Kelley shows off her sunset. Pierce County Library Francesca “Frankie” Kelley, was working on a portrait at a district program called Career and Pathway Expo Photo: Lisa Bryan, KP News contest out of more based on “Star Wars: Rogue One” characters, using (CAPE), a STEM-focused workshop targeting middle than 1,000 entries (KP News, June 2016). double-ended markers on canvas in a recent class. Bron- school girls to generate more interest and exposure to “A huge movement for STEM-focused instruction stad gave feedback on elements of her work, praising careers in science and technology. began about 15 years ago, but now we’re hearing more her compositional strengths and use of color while “I’ve taught a workshop the last three years on scien- calls for integration of the arts, thus ‘STEAM’—bringing suggesting some highlighting techniques to give greater tific illustration at CAPE, which is held at Harbor in more arts to balance science,” Miller said. (STEAM depth to the facial features. Frankie quickly went to Ridge Middle School in April,” he said. “We work on stands for science, technology, engineering, art and math.) the internet to find the exact image she used as her drawing shells, feathers and stuff. The class is always “We start with the principles of composition, to the inspiration to better “see” what Bronstad knew from packed and they love it. technicalities of the camera and then we go on to shooting years of experience was there. “Whether girls or boys, at this age, they love drawing,” images, which includes lots of assignments,” Miller said. “The kids who impress me the most are the ones who Bronstad said. “We definitely have KPMS kids bound “In the portraits, students are aiming to see their souls.” are willing to take instruction, but they’re also willing to for SOTA (School of the Arts in Tacoma), and KPMS Peninsula School District Superintendent Rob Manahan take risks to try something else,” he said. students headed for careers in science and technology had his official portrait taken by KPMS students this year. 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When we stay quiet, we contribute INSIGHTS OF AN ISLANDER to and from school by water every day. those who cannot? Sadly, all too often we do to a culture that demands that victims stay Captain John also enjoyed the year-round, not hear about those who were victimized. silent too. We need to teach our kids how serene beauty of the Olympic Moun- Many who have experienced sexual to correct these misconceptions and stand Farewell Captain Farris tains, whether from his living room or assault are reluctant to disclose the inci- up for victims and themselves before a Seventeen years ago, Herron Island the pilothouse. He began photographing dent out of fear. Negative reactions from crime occurs. needed a dedicated captain for our ferry, and blogging about the amazing sunrises professionals have led survivors to ques- The best way to do so is to model coura- the M/V Charlie Wells. We got that, and sunsets. He managed to capture tion whether future disclosures would be geous communication ourselves. We have thankfully, plus a resilient and effective some great photos and videos of eagles, effective; negative reactions from family and many opportunities when simply watching commander and crew leader. ospreys and porpoises, to name a few. friends reinforce feelings of self-blame. A TV or listening to the car radio with our Already seasoned by experience, John negative reaction from either source rein- kids to model this behavior. The trick is Farris arrived in his green Mazda with his forces the uncertainty of whether their to refute what’s been said without directly wife, Terrill, and dog, Willie, just in time experience was even rape at all. confronting the person who has said it. to meet the new millennium in November Assault survivors are all too often exposed “It’s never OK to blame a victim who has 1999. His previous 25 years were spent in to victim-blaming behaviors or attitudes been attacked sexually,” is a great invita- marine construction and dredging and from others. This experience can seem like a tion for important dialog. Talking about transportation of varied equipment as a second assault or second rape. Speaking out assault—how it happens and why and how captain of all sorts of vessels. His travels may even have detrimental consequences to prevent it—is the most powerful weapon stretched from Southern California to for survivors subjected to further trauma we have to fight it. north of the Arctic Circle. by the very people they turn to for help. Anne Nesbit is a volunteer battalion chief for My husband Deckhand Donnie Surratt Knowledge is power and we must Key Peninsula Fire Dept. She lives in Lakebay. and Captain John Farris became the first- embrace this as an ideal. We must vigilantly string team loading, transporting and Captain John Farris on his last ferry run, teach our children how to protect them- unloading weekday commuters. They pointing to orcas in the distance. Photo: Ted selves by being able to analyze situations enjoyed or insulted each other with their Olinger, KP News and safeguard against potential wrongful Cathy Warner infamous sarcasm and smirks. Now the time has come for Captain John acts. We must support those who come KEY PEN & INK One of their unforgettable shared memo- to sail away into his sunset of choice for forward while encouraging everyone to ries was a water rescue of a fellow islander. retirement on the mainland. Neighbors take a stand against harm toward others. They were plugging along at several knots come and go, but here is a man who left At Stanford University in January 2015, Whale Wishing and came across a comical sight. Their his mark making some 40,000 trips toward two young men intervened and stopped the It’s Sunday morning just after 10 and friend, Ed, was in the water clinging to the retirement as he crossed Case Inlet as rape of a 22-year-old unconscious woman. I’m standing in my bathtub fully clothed, back of his skiff while a fish he had caught skipper of the Charlie Wells. With Captain They were rightfully regarded as heroes. Yet scanning the horizon between towering was literally swimming inside the boat. On John gone, some of Herron Island’s allure even in this case, the assailant was given a neighborhood firs, binoculars trained on the their second pass, they pulled up alongside has diminished. Time has a way of dissi- light sentence, once again favoring the priv- furthest patch of Henderson Bay I can see. him, extended a ladder and retrieved him, pating like a thick fog and it has done ileged and reinforcing the powerlessness of I just received a text message from the Orca all while on a scheduled run. Turns out just that here, revealing change and an the victim. Do we not have an obligation Network: Orcas were spotted 20 minutes Ed decided to fish from his lawn chair in unpredictable horizon. to speak out against any situation in which ago in Carr Inlet headed toward Purdy. his skiff, which inevitably lost balance and After his final run April 29, Captain an assault on another is marginalized? By No sign of them from my tub. In two flung him overboard once he had a fish on. John walked up the ferry ramp for the not doing so, we become bystanders in a minutes I’m parked alongside the spit, Throughout his 17 years as senior last time and nailed his captain’s hat to the culture that reinforces the silence of victims. just half a mile from home. The beach is captain, John was always loyal and stead- passenger shed on Herron Island, formally As parents, we need to empower our deserted except for a man with a big-lensed fast on behalf of his crew. His contribu- ending his career. children and create a culture that protects camera and a woman with binoculars, their tions brought cost-effective ferry main- He will be missed. sexual assault victims. It’s important to gazes sweeping the water. I’ve missed the tenance and management decisions that Sue Kingsbury-Surratt lives on Herron Island. figure out how our children can confront whales. Again. saved Herron Management Co. members comments that seem harmless but subtly Just the day before, Orca Network alerted hundreds of thousands of dollars. He reinforce a lack of respect and credibility for me that orcas had been spotted at 6:30 a.m. fought for better benefits for his crew Anne Nesbit rape victims. What may seem an off-handed traveling south from Minter Creek toward and was willing to swim against the polit- SIREN’S SONG remark about sexuality says, “If you’re raped Lakebay. I figured they were long gone ical tide to do so. One such triumph was one day, no one will believe you, either.” when I headed out for a day of errands obtaining beeper pay for the ferry crew There are over 293,000 victims (age 12 or four hours later. But State Route 302 was on call. He sacrificed for the island as older) of rape and sexual assault each year backed up well past my road and it took a whole, as did his wife, Terrill, as the Silence is Not Golden in the United States. Most of the time, the several minutes to ease into the traffic top-tier contacts around the clock for As prom, graduation and summer break victim knows the attacker. It could be your and another 10 to inch along down to the emergencies or other random nuisances draw near, we must remind ourselves how daughter or your son, since men are also spit. The shoulder was crowded with cars that came up. As a deckhand’s wife, I am quickly these times of celebration can turn routinely victims of assault and harassment. parked on both sides, with dozens of people thankful for all his efforts. to tragedy. All too often, these benchmarks Bystanders play an essential role in piling back into those cars with cameras Some pleasures Captain John enjoyed in life are tinged with the use of drugs, shifting our culture toward one that and binoculars in hand. were watching the children come and go, alcohol and, more often than many would condemns rather than condones sexual I learned that those early morning south- year after year. like to think, sexual assault. When things harassment. It is uncomfortable, even bound transient orcas had flipped direction “It is amazing how much they grow go sideways, people are often too afraid to for adults, to confront someone who is and swam not only back up Henderson Bay

The opinions expressed by columnists are not necessarily those of the KP News. We neither endorse nor oppose issues or proposals discussed and present these views for public information only. June 2017 www.keypennews.com 7 but into Burley Lagoon, under the Purdy for whales, hoping, one day, to hear one Bridge and out again. Such a rare event more orca breathe. CIVIC CENTER and I’d been stuck in my car. Cathy Warner lives in Wauna. CORNER Twenty years ago on a summer morning, my daughters and I boarded a bus for a whale-watching excursion in the San Juan Islands while my husband attended Brook Hurst Stephens a conference. It was our first trip to the LIVING FARAWAY A Column of Thanks Pacific Northwest. This month there is so much for which to be thankful— A few minutes outside Friday Harbor, our captain turned off the engine and the An Ode to Rhubarb Livable Community Fair was a huge success thanks boat bobbed as dozens of orcas swam in Fewer things conjure up stronger in part to many volunteers including: 4-H Cat Tales Club the near distance. They were huge, sleek, emotions than the word rhubarb. Love members Joseph, Marianne, William, Joey, Caitlin, Alexa and Tom- black-and-white bodies slicing through the it or hate it, it’s here for a few weeks and my provided exhibitor support and ran food orders. Boy Scout water with silent grace, dorsal fins disap- chances are you’re going to encounter it Troup 220 Scouts Adrian, Mark, Don, Gabe and Daniel assisted pearing underwater in perfect symmetry. before the season is over—if you’re lucky. with set-up and tear-down. Friends of the Civic Center Steve & Then one surfaced so close that I heard I’m a fan of this mysterious-looking plant its breath before I saw it. That exhale, that that pops up in the springtime, seemingly Rodger Kaffer, Dave, Shane, Caleb, Mark, Luke & Kenna Plum- vibration, struck a resonant chord in my overnight. mer, Bill Jones and Christian Koehnke. KPCCA Board chaired by body and something ancient in my soul Tim Kezele supported by Keith Axelsen, Kris Barton, Ed Brown, leaped in response. Then I saw its eye Scott Dervaes, Peggy Gablehouse, Tracy Geiss, Jena Henak, Clau- and my own eyes overflowed. It felt like dia Jones, Bruce Macdonald, Pat Medveckus, and Ted Ralston. meeting God. Touch a truck exhibitors KP Firefighters, WA State Patrol, and Most people, I think, would view meeting Archon Tree Service. Music provided by Bluegrass Minstrels and God or an intimate orca moment as a once- KPMS Middle School. in-a-lifetime event and live content with the memory. I would’ve been one of those Grateful thanks to Platinum Sponsors Peninsula Light, Silver Spon- people, if I hadn’t moved to the shores sors: Food Market in Key Center & Lake Kathryn, KP School Bus of Puget Sound five years ago. Connects courtesy of Marcia & Jeff Harris, and IAFF KP Firefight- Since then, I’ve come to realize I’ve ers for the Trout Pond, Bronze Sponsors: Key Peninsula Communi- moved to the home of the endangered ty Center, Fresh Food Revolution, and Costco. In-kind Silver Spon- southern resident orcas (the pods I saw in the San Juans). I’ve immersed myself sors: Key Pen Parks, KGHP Radio aka the Walrus, KP News and in orca education; joined the Center for balloons supplied by Sunnycrest Nursery & Floral. Recipe next page Photo: Adobe Stock Whale Research; read “Death at Seaworld;” Thanks to the sponsors, volunteers and hundreds of community watched “Blackfish;” and learned the Rhubarb comes from the French word members who enjoyed this year’s fair. differences between the transient (or Rubarbe, which came from the medieval Bigg’s) mammal-eating orcas and the Latin word Rheubarbarum. Rha was a name Spring Appeal Donations Thank you to those of you who southern residents and the perils of water the Scythians used for what is now the Volga generously responded to our giving campaign last month. We pollution, lack of salmon and falling birth- River. Barbarum is a term for “foreign” and were thrilled to see stacks of golden envelopes in the mail. There’s rates they face. Last year, I attended Orca the Greeks and Romans noted it was only still time to help us meet the spring goal – look for the results in July. Network volunteer training. the foreigners who lived around the Rha I’ve dropped everything on a dozen occa- River who grew the strange plant. When Parks Appreciation Day Over 50 volunteers spent the sions and, prompted by Facebook posts, you put the two words together, you end up morning sprucing up Civic Center grounds. Shovels, rakes and headed to the nearest viewpoint looking with the word rhubarb. It grew wild along hoes driven by 100 hours of dedication made a big difference. for orcas. (There is always someone else the banks of the Rha, because it loves cold, at the lookout as well, so I know I’m not damp climates. Sound familiar? Tennis Courts Norm Brones, with help from Ted Ralston, pres- alone in my obsession.) On half of those Rhubarb goes all the way back to sure-washed the winter patina from the tennis courts. After many occasions, I’ve spotted them—tiny forms 2700 B.C.E., where it was an ingredient in my binoculars, miles from shore, never in Chinese herbal medicines. In the hours of tedious dedication in rain or shine (mostly rain), we here- visible with the naked eye. Never close first century, the Greeks and Romans by dub him Mr. Tennis Court. Thanks, Norm. enough to photograph. Never close enough imported the dried roots, again, for medic- to hear. But more than some people will inal purposes. Around the 16th century, Coming Events ever experience. someone in England finally wised up and Waiting at the water’s edge, the demands started using it for culinary purposes, most Jun 28 –Jul 4 Fireworks Stand in Key Center of daily life evaporate, the outside world likely because it bears a resemblance to Thanks to Buck’s Steakhouse for our spot in your parking lot shrinks to my field of vision and I absorb its smaller cousin. sorrel, another tart and Live music & microbrews the beauty of my surroundings. Emptied of sometimes maligned delicacy. October 7 Blues & Brews life’s usual clatter, I’m filled with peace and Is it a fruit or is it a vegetable? Botan- Novenber 11 Winter Warm-up & Chili Competition thankful for the experience, whether or not ically, rhubarb is a vegetable, but the U.S. Featuring the finest crafts from Key Peninsula artisans, Chili the whales appear. So it is with immense Customs Court in Buffalo, New York, ruled Competition, music and more gratitude that I will continue this discipline in 1947 that it is a fruit, since that is how of devotion, scanning our region’s shores it is normally treated. Rhubarb is mainly Key Peninsula Civic Center, 17010 S. Vaughn Road 253/884-3456 www.kpciviccenter.org The Key Peninsula Civic Center Association, a as I stand alongside kindred spirits, wishing CONTINUED PAGE 8 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, fosters and promotes the civic, social, cultural and general well-being of the Key Peninsula community. 8 www.keypennews.com June 2017

RHUBARB FROM PAGE 7 eaten in pies and is often referred to as the Letters to the Editor “pie plant” in this country. I happen to love rhubarb not just Insights on Lyme Disease More on Lyme Disease GLEN because it’s delicious, but it’s even fun to There is one simple reason for Lyme The information that was in your article say. I remember my high school drama disease (and other vector-borne infections) is accurate according to the Center for coach, Mrs. Little, telling us to talk among case numbers remaining low in Washington. Disease Control but is not accurate as COVE ourselves in a crowd scene. When we We have an amazing number of Lyme-lit- far as what the Lyme disease community asked her what we should say, she said, erate physicians here—but they do not is reporting. “Everyone just repeat the word ‘rhubarb’ report cases, fearing insurance companies The CDC’s standard of a positive test R E PA I R over and over again and it will sound like will bring charges to medical boards due to only catches about 20 percent of Lyme a conversation.” It worked. the infamous Infectious Diseases Society cases. There are no false positives in the Several years ago, I organized a small of America Guidelines that deny chronic test, but there are plenty of false negatives. COMPLETE AUTO & TRUCK rhubarb festival in Seattle.I asked attendees Lyme. Patients pay in cash and do what The most accurate test these days is not REPAIR & MAINTENANCE to bring their favorite rhubarb dishes and they can to protect treating physicians who approved by the CDC: It uses a technique we had an eye-opening assortment of take chronic Lyme very seriously. called the polymerase chain reaction (PCR) ALL MAKES AND MODELS both sweet and savory creations, from Does this lead to some doctors taking used in molecular biology to amplify a FOREIGN & DOMESTIC rhubarb upside-down cake to rhubarb advantage of the situation to make money? single copy or a few copies of a segment curry. One person even brought some- Yes, unfortunately it does. But the Lyme of DNA. It detects the DNA of Lyme COMPLETE DIAGNOSTIC thing as simple as cut-up raw rhubarb community is close and its many members disease if present in tissue, blood or urine, 30-60-90K SERVICES stalks, like you would serve celery sticks carefully share information on doctors while the CDC test just looks for anti- TIMING BELTS on a crudité platter, but instead of a dip worldwide. Research and education is also bodies to the bacteria (some people don’t CV AXLES they provided a dish of sugar and a dish shared. As most chronic patients know, develop antibodies and therefore are even COMPLETE BRAKE SERVICE of salt, because that’s how they grew up community is what gets us through the more sick and test negative). There are no STARTERS/ALTERNATORS eating it in their grandmother’s kitchen. roughest times. false positives with the PCR-DNA test. FRONT END REPAIR If you have rhubarb, enjoy it before the We try very hard to educate the public Some statistics say as many as 50 percent ENGINE REPLACEMENT end of June. A good rule of thumb is to about Lyme prevention in May, Lyme of ticks carry Lyme disease and it’s not CLUTCH/TRANSMISSION never harvest it after the Fourth of July. disease awareness month. We work in isolated to the East Coast by any means. RADIATOR & HEATER CORES It allows the plant to grow for the rest of our communities to prevent others from Everyone should be concerned about tick SHOCKS & STRUTS the summer and it will begin to store the having to take the difficult journey our bites. Ticks carry more than 100 different PERFORMANCE EXHAUST sugars and nutrients needed to get through family is on. infectious diseases and unfortunately they the following winter and produce well the Your Lyme article (May 2017) left out are in the Pacific Northwest. next year. Harvest rhubarb when stalks one very important tip we would like to For more information, go to www.lyme- AIR CONDITIONER SPECIAL are about a foot long. Grab the base of share with readers. After hiking, gardening disease.org. the stalk and pull it away from the plant or whatever way you choose to enjoy the Jennifer Guyler, Home GET READY FOR A with a gentle twist. Always leave at least outdoors, toss your clothes into the dryer HOT SUMMER two stalks per plant to ensure continued on high for 10 to 15 minutes. Ticks cannot Save on car production and you’ll have a bountiful survive the dry heat. Please, do not use Letters to the Editor Opinions expressed are or truck AC harvest for up to 20 years without having any old wives’ tales to remove ticks—they those of the writers and do not necessarily reflect service from to replace your plants. do not work. Google “tick tool” and carry the views of the publishers or staff. Letters to the the friendly I’ll leave you with a recipe for another this device on your key chain. editor must be signed and include a daytime delicious way to enjoy rhubarb in a very Enjoy the changing seasons and be safe experts at Glen phone number for verification. No anonymous pretty pink concoction: out there. We care. Cove Repair Lorraine Hart, Rocky Creek letters will be published. Letters are used on a space-available basis and will be edited for length Rhubarb Lemonade Makes 8 cups Lorraine Hart welcomes anyone with ques- 3 cups sliced rhubarb stalks (about 1 lb.) tions about Lyme disease to contact her and content. Mail letters to: P.O. Box 3, Vaughn, AC SERVICE $45 1¼ cup sugar at [email protected] or consult her WA 98394, or email to [email protected]. 1¼ cup lemon juice, preferably fresh- Facebook page, Harts of Lyme. FREON RECHARGE $24.99/LB squeezed NOW THROUGH END OF JUNE 1. Place 4 cups water in medium saucepan, add rhubarb and simmer for 30 minutes. Remove from heat. 2. Place a fine sieve In March, Angel Guild awarded $8,000 in grants to over a large bowl and strain pulp, gently pressing down on pulp. Discard pulp. 3. YMCA Before-and-After-School Programs ...... $2,500 Stir sugar into warm rhubarb liquid until YMCA Camp Colman Scout Reach Program ..... $3,500 dissolved. 4. Add lemon juice and two Henderson Bay High School Scholarships ...... $1,000 more cups water or to taste. Transfer 5. KP Cat Tales 4-H ...... $500 15312 92ND ST KPN to pitcher, chill and serve. UP THE HILL IN KEY CENTER KP Parks and Recreation ...... $500 253 I have vowed to host another rhubarb 884-1838 festival someday. Perhaps Key Peninsula is ready for one? OWNERS: ERIC, MANUELA Brook Hurst Stephens lives at Historic & MATHEW MORELAND Tues–Saturday 10 to 4 Key Center Corral 253 884-9333 Faraway in Longbranch. June 2017 www.keypennews.com 9

KP Toastmasters Train “I took an F in college just to avoid an oral report,” said current club president for Public Speaking, Steve Packer. “I was one of the slower Participation and guys to get through my manual. But there Bayside are things I want to do with my life and Leadership public speaking is one of them. I want to pet care be able to get in front of people and talk Ted Olinger, KP News about things that I’m passionate about.” June “I’ve been blessed to do about 30 movies, “It’s not about giving toasts; that keeps so I didn’t think I needed this but they specials people away,” said Rozina Vertz, the Key asked me to give a speech about myself,” Center-Pierce County library branch super- Paul said. “I grabbed the podium and I 10% OFF visor and a KP Toastmaster club member. started shaking. I couldn’t look anybody all small “It kept me away because I thought I would in the eye because in movies, it’s just you, animal feel so inadequate among people there and on stage, there’s the fourth wall and products giving rousing toasts and rousing speeches. you don’t ever have to look at anybody. But there’s more to it.” And they welcomed me and it took off.” BOARDING: Large, individual dog kennels, double-decker cat condos, special “The hardest thing was the first speech,” The KP Toastmasters have been training care for other small pets. Bayside is the safe, clean home away from home their members in speech craft and lead- Vertz said. “It was supposed to be four to for day boarding or long-term stays. PET SUPPLIES: Cat and dog toys to bird ership since Frank Shirley expanded the five minutes. I would time it and it would feeders and horse wormers (with most everything in between). GROOMING: club to the KP from Gig Harbor eight turn out to be 21 minutes. 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That gives people 16518 46th St KPS, Longbranch 10 Medium BEAUTY BARK confidence to come back; we don’t want 884-9339 253 318-8166 Fresh bright orange 10 cubic yards A delivery charge may be added for areas not listed above to scare anyone away.” God’s Blessing to You - Pastor John Day 10 www.keypennews.com June 2017 New County Ordinance Cracks Down on Nuisance Properties KP Groups Receive ‘Community Spirit’ Lisa Bryan, KP News to interest collected on liens from 2007 instead felt they had no choice but to to 2015, Pierce County Responds was call upon family members to help clean Grants from GGHF On May 16, the Pierce County Council able to recoup 101 percent of the cost up the property. Staff Report passed Ordinance 2017-22 to combat to clean up public-nuisance properties It took nine months. There were 25 public nuisance properties in unincorpo- throughout the county.” truckloads hauled to the Purdy Transfer The Greater Gig Harbor Foundation rated Pierce County. The new ordinance, The county executive and council Station and seven truckloads of wood awarded grants of $500 to four organi- effective immediately, declared nuisance responded to increased citizen complaints waste taken to North Mason Fiber in zations on the Key Peninsula and one properties the highest code enforcement by departmental restructuring and issuing Belfair, according to Chris Honse. for $250 at its annual celebration May 5. priority for the Department of Planning the new ordinance, and authorized Plan- Pierce County code enforcement offi- Now in its 11th year, GGHF is a 501(c)(3) and Public Works, requiring violations to ning and Public Works to hire two addi- cers helped by inventorying and issuing the nonprofit organization that has provided be resolved within 90 days of the issuance tional enforcement employees. junk vehicle affidavits necessary to dispose over $4.8 million in funds, land and of county notice of complaint, or else After Chris and Sally Honse of Glide, of the vehicles, but the cost of abatement services to the greater Gig Harbor and be referred to the Pierce County Prose- Oregon, foreclosed on Key Center prop- was borne entirely by the Honses. Key Peninsula, according to Jud Morris, cutor’s Office. erty they tried to sell in a real estate deal “We thought we were setting ourselves GGHF board member and vice presi- Yvonne Reed, code enforcement super- gone bad in 2013, they found the 7-acre up for future retirement income,” Chris dent-elect. visor for Planning and Public Works, property contained 180 junk vehicles, Honse said. Rather than add to it, they The 2017 Community Spirit Grant made a presentation to the Key Penin- 550 used tires, car batteries, old paint, depleted their savings to protect their recipient organizations are: sula Community Council at its meeting propane cylinders and other hazardous most important asset. • Lakebay Community Church, for May 10, before the ordinance passed, to waste. The Honses could have chosen to “Pierce County is able to recoup all construction of a community garden explain the county’s cleanup process. have Pierce County perform the abate- their expenditures, which is not the same farm stand in collaboration with Seeds “If the new ordinance passes, we’re going ment, but after spending so much money for blameless private property owners,” of Change and Food Backpacks 4 Kids. to give solid waste violations, junk vehicle in legal fees to get their property back, Honse said. “The laws need to change.” The farm stand will serve as a collection or any property maintenance code viola- they did not want to incur a lien and and distribution site for produce from tions top priority,” Reed said. Other community gardens to area residents in complaints such as illegal businesses need at no cost. or animal complaints “will be lower • Key Pen Parks, to support the third priority for us,” she said. NUISANCE PROPERTY annual Fourth of July community hot Earlier this year, the council dog social. The community event brings transferred solid waste enforce- CODE ENFORCEMENT PROCESS together hundreds of people, nonprofit ment from the Tacoma Pierce organizations and businesses. County Health Department to the • Peninsula Hands On Art, to support the Planning and Public Works code NUISANCE PROPERTY IDENTIFIED nearly 16,000 art projects provided free A derelict structure, trash and other public enforcement arm, Pierce County nuisances are reported to Planning and to over 4,000 students in the Peninsula Public Works. Violations are reported via Responds. Pierce County Responds website or phone call School District during the 2017-18 school is a nationally recognized program year. The program’s focus is to educate created in 2002 as a clearing-house and engage children in art history, mixed for public-nuisance complaints and media and the creative process. coordinates multiple agency efforts COUNCIL NUISANCE VERIFIED • Longbranch Improvement Club, in Quarterly reports to The Planning and Public Works to resolve those complaints. Council on violations Department has 90 days from date the partnership with Evergreen Elementary being pursued and violation is vered to achieve code Property cleanup, referred to process improvements compliance with the property owner School PTA, to support the 2017 “Trunk as “abatement,” can be coopera- or Treat” event and provide nutritious tive or uncooperative. With coop- take-home snacks. (The LIC received $250, eration from the property owner, the amount applied for.) the county can assist by issuing a RESOLUTION NOT ACHIEVED RESOLUTION ACHIEVED • Two Waters Art Alliance, in collabora- Unable to achieve resolution Resolution has been achieved in one-time voucher to help defray with the property owner one of the following ways: tion with The Mustard Seed Project, to •Removal of the nuisance proper disposal costs. structure(s) support the “So You’ve Always Wanted •Development of a resolution plan Whether cooperative or not, if between property owner and To Try…” art program for the Key Penin- Pierce County(trash or other the county does the cleanup, it uses public nusiance) sula senior community. The program will professional abatement estimators •A property maintenance engage area seniors interested in activ- PROSECUTING ATTORNEY agreement with the property owner for derlict structures for up and contractors and keeps disposal Assigned to Prosecuting ities that develop new skills of percep- to 12 months costs down through recycling. The Attorney’s O€ce for legal action tion and expression and provide healthy county recoups the entire cost of emotional outlets, and connect them with the cleanup by filing a lien on the other seniors in their community through subject property. Like all property the shared experience of learning and tax liens, it must be paid in full with RESOLUTION ACHIEVED making art together. interest within three years or the “Community Spirit Grants are intended •When referred to Prosecuting Attorney property goes up for auction to the property owner resolves the as catalysts to help ignite positive commu- violations avoiding the legal process satisfy the debt. •Property owner signs a Right of Entry nity projects and bring people together,” Agreement for Cooperative Abatement “When we first started this program, giving the County permission to enter Morris said. “This is one of the foun- their property and abate the nuisances we thought it would work and it’s •The county obtains a court order for a Graphic: Pierce County dation’s smaller grant programs and just Warrant of Abatement and abates the turned out even better than we had nuisances one of the many things GGHF does to hoped,” Reed said. “Thanks in part support our community.” June 2017 www.keypennews.com 11 Food Co-op Serves Local Customers with Local Food Matthew Dean, KP News go beyond time and efficiency. “It’s not a large market for me, but it’s real local,” After a winter hiatus, the Fresh Food said Rolf Torgerson, a Longbranch salmon Revolution Cooperative (FFR) has resumed fisherman who offers part of his catch its operation on the Key Peninsula, distrib- to the co-op. uting fresh produce to 100 local members. “We want to know where the produce “I don’t think there’s a co-op like us, and I is coming from and we want to know don’t think you can get better, fresher food,” what the farmers actually look like,” said said FFR board member Ann-Marie Ugles. Jacobsen, who also praised the high quality FFR operates like a combination farmers of the local, fresh food. market and membership grocery store. A typical day’s offering includes milk, eggs, Co-op members contribute $60 and 12 beef, lamb, carrots, rhubarb and mush- hours of volunteer help per year and in rooms, as well as more vegetables and meats. return can order from a wide selection of Other local products make their way to the locally sourced vegetables, fruit, meat and co-op, too, such as sauerkraut, ice cream other food. Farmers from the Key Penin- and homemade soap. “We have all these sula, Gig Harbor and Shelton fill the orders, artisans that take all these products and with produce coming from as far away as make something else with them,” Ugles said. Orting during slow local months. Customers Availability does change seasonally: Local and producers then meet Wednesday after- small-scale food production is highest noons at the Key Peninsula Civic Center in the summer. “The local producers to trade cash and goods. start to have more produce around the The co-op was formed about seven end of May or June and lasts till about years ago by former members of a farmers September,” Jacobsen said. Some of the market that was meeting in Key Center. larger distributors like Terra Organics in “Some of the local producers and farmers Tacoma supplement the food supply in still wanted to sell things, so they started the the winter and spring. co-op,” said Junko Jacobsen, FFR’s distribu- FFR is looking toward the future. “We tion manager. The co-op founders wanted want to grow producers, we want to find to create a model that would be more effi- the small farmer out there that has a bunch cient for both producers and consumers. of apples they want to make sure don’t rot,” FFR’s website allows members to order Ugles said. Potential producers require a online, so producers know exactly how business license and a review from the much food to bring before distribution FFR team before they can sell at the co-op day. “With the farmers market, they have marketplace. to harvest whatever they have and expect Many members of the co-op consider it to sell out at the market, which sometimes not just a way to buy local food, but also a they don’t. We have an online system, so way to celebrate and support the farming they don’t have to harvest what they don’t community. “It’s very important that we sell,” Jacobsen said. Meanwhile, customers all know that once a farm is gone, it’s gone can ensure that they get exactly what they for good,” Ugles said. “The more we can want instead of browsing tables and booths. support our farmers, the more that’s going For some, the perks of the co-op system to benefit our community in the long run.”

Rolf Torgerson and co-op board president Maxine Halley discuss an order for smoked salmon. Photo: Matthew Dean, KP News 12 www.keypennews.com June 2017 COMMUNITY CALENDAR TECH HELP Book a librarian to receive one-on-one JUNE 8 JUNE 17 OFF THE KEY help. Register for an appointment online. CONTAINER GARDENING COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE Getsmart.pcls.us or 548-3309 Join author Lisa Taylor in a free, family- Lake Holiday holds the annual community JUNE 1 friendly, hands-on container gardening garage sale 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Check office DEMOCRATS MEET JUNE 1 & 15 workshop 7 p.m. at the KC Library. for map of garage sale locations. Call 884- 26th Legislative District Democrats meet CAT TALES Participants will plant a small container 2292 for information. 7 to 9 p.m. at Givens Community Center, Cat Tales holds regular club meetings 6:30 to take home. Dress to get dirty. 548-3309 1026 Sidney Road, Port Orchard. to 8:30 p.m. in the VFW Room at the Key JUNE 18 JUNE 10 JUNE 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Peninsula Civic Center. 884-4182 SUNDAY JAM FUCHSIA SOCIETY CLINIC Bluegrass Gospel Jam session at THURSDAY FARMERS MARKET JUNE 2, 9 & 16 Bring your fuchsia to a clinic at the KP Longbranch Church, 16518 46th Street The Waterfront Farmers Market celebrates SKATE NIGHT Civic Center on the front lawn or, if KPS, 6 to 8:30 p.m. for all acoustic opening day 3 p.m. at Skansie Brothers Skate Night is at the KP Civic Center 7 to raining, in the picnic shelter between 9 a.m. instruments, ages and skill levels. Everyone Park. It will be open every Thursday 9 p.m. during the school year. Admission and 1 p.m. Help with pinching, pruning, is welcome to play, sing or simply listen. through August. is $5 and includes skate rental. Parents shaping, transplanting, fertilizing and any Bring music stand and finger food to free. Snacks available. 884-3456 other questions. Fuchsias and other plants share; music and beverages provided. JUNE 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 will be for sale. Peggy, 686-7904 GIG HARBOR FARMERS MARKET JUNE 3 & 17 JUNE 22 The Peninsula Gardens, 5503 Wollochet JUNE 10 & 11 SUPPORT GROUP KPCC EMERGENCY SHELTER MEETING Drive NW, hosts Gig Harbor Farmers The Lakebay Depression and Bi-Polar BUILD A PLAYGROUND FOR KP PARKS Be a part of the planning for the KP Civic Market 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Saturday. Support Group meets 11:15 a.m. to 12:30 Help install playground equipment for Center to become a local warming shelter. Fresh flowers, produce, plants, baked p.m. at Key Peninsula Lutheran Church, Gateway Park at 10415 State Route 302. Volunteers, ideas and grant writers needed. goods, food, handmade crafts, children’s 4213 Lackey Road KPN. Kimberly, 753- Volunteers over the age of 18 are needed Come and enjoy the guest speakers. Please tent, entertainment and advice 4270 or [email protected]. for 8 a.m. to noon or 12:30 to 4:30 p.m make a list of all the items you would pack from master gardeners and more. shifts. Twenty-five volunteers per shift for one day in an emergency bag and bring gigharborfarmersmarket.com JUNE 4 plus community members who can assist that list with you. Whitmore Room, 7 p.m. making lunches. Contact Scott Gallacher JUNE 3 FREE CONCERT JUNE 24 The Peninsula Youth Orchestra’s five at [email protected] or 253-884- BURLEY FLEA MARKET orchestra levels will be performing at the 9240. SUMMER READING KICKOFF The Burley June Bug Flea Market is 9 Peninsula High School auditorium at 3 p.m. Children and adults learn about the a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Burley Community Come enjoy the talent of these musicians JUNE 13 & 27 summer read-a-thon 1 to 3 p.m. at the Hall and Grounds. The fundraiser and learn about how you can become a CROCHET OR KNIT Key Center Library. Win prizes and earn features vintage repurposed, recycled and part of supporting arts in our community. The Loving Hearts group meets 1 coupons by reading. 548-3309 handmade items and benefits Chew Dog to 3 p.m. at WayPoint Church. Yarn Rescue, Harbor Hope Cat Rescue, Rabbit JUNE 5 & 12 donations welcomed and appreciated. JUNE 26 Haven and Sunrise Equine Rescue. Live QUILTERS MEET [email protected] or Virginia, LEGO MINDSTORMS music, delicious food, face painting and Key Peninsula Quilters meet 9:30 884-9619 Children ages 8 to 18 build with Legos a raffle. Free parking at the Purdy Park a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the meeting 2 to 3:30 at the KC Library. Register & Ride and a free shuttle leaves every 15 room at the Key Center Library. JUNE 14 at Piercecountylibrary.org/calendar or minutes. Burleyjunebug.com This is an open group with one’s own ASHES MEET 548-3309. projects, by hand or machine, which The Ashes support group for FD 16 meets FIRST SATURDAY ART WALK include quilting, embroidery, general 10:30 a.m. at the fire station in Key Center. JUNE 28 TO JULY 4 This free event 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. allows sewing, knitting and crochet. Come for 884-3771 FIREWORKS art enthusiasts to stroll through nine local the whole time or drop in. GARDEN CLUB MEETS The KP Civic Center sells fireworks in the galleries featuring artist demonstrations, The Bayshore Garden Club meets 11 a.m. parking lot of Buck’s Steak House and displays and refreshments. Pick up a JUNE 5, 12, 19, 26 at the fire station in Longbranch. Wendy, Sports Bar in Key Center. 884-3456 passport at the first gallery and drop off BLOODMOBILE 332-4883 at your last stop. 514-0071 The bloodmobile is at Albertsons 11:30 JUNE 28 TO AUGUST 23 KP COUNCIL JUNE 6 & 21 a.m. to 6 p.m. The KP Council meets 7 p.m. at the KC FREE SUMMER LUNCH fire station. Christine Anderson, from the All children and their parents are invited to 3D PRINTING JUNE 6 KPHS Museum, will share a brief history free summer lunch Mondays, Wednesdays Adults are introduced to 3D printing: what FUCHSIA SOCIETY of the Key Peninsula. and Fridays 11:30 a.m. at Key Peninsula it is and how it works. See a demo of the The Fuchsia Society meets 7 p.m. at the Civic Center. For more information, call library’s 3D printers 2 to 4 p.m. June 6 KP Civic Center in the Whitmore Room. JUNE 15 Food Backpacks 4 Kids, 857-7401. or 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Gig Harbor Next program will be on orchids. Peggy, PET NEUTER PROGRAM Library. This event requires registration. 686-7904 The Northwest Spay and Neuter Center JUNE 30 Piercecountylibrary.org/calendar animal shuttle is at the KP Civic Center BEEHIVE JIVE JUNE 6 & 20 7 to 7:30 a.m. to pick up dogs and cats. All ages are welcome to dance like bees JUNE 6, 13, 20, 27 SENIOR SHOPPING Animals will be returned to the civic center with urban farmer Lisa Taylor and her SUPPORT GROUP Seniors grocery shop at various stores at 9 a.m. the next day. Appointments are Garden Critter Academypuppets with The Freedom From Tobacco Support with a “Dutch” lunch. Transportation is required. Call 253-627-7729 ext. 217, music and movement-filled adventure Group meets Tuesdays 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. provided. 884-4440 or email [email protected] for in a beehive 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the KC at St. Anthony Hospital. The meetings are questions or to schedule an appointment. Library. 548-3309 free. 223-7538 June 2017 www.keypennews.com 13

JUNE 6 TO 30 TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS speaking ability The Toastmasters also June 13 & 27, KP Fire Dept., 5 p.m., KC fire PLAY PRESENTED PRESCHOOL PLAY TIME meet at 7 p.m. on the second and fourth station; keypeninsulafire.org Paradise Theatre presents “Thoroughly The Children’s Home Society KP Family Thursdays at the Key Center fire station. Modern Millie” on weekends at 3114 Resource Center offers a preschool and 858-5761 or 548-3511 June 14, KP Community Council, 7 p.m., Judson Street in Gig Harbor. Times toddler indoor park program 9:30 to KC fire station are 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. on Fridays and 11:30 a.m. in the KP Civic Center gym. SENIORS LUNCH Saturdays and 2 to 4 p.m. on Sundays. Caregivers must stay with child. Drop-ins The KP Senior Society meets at 11 a.m. June 15, KP Citizens against Crime, 7 p.m., Paradisetheatre.org or 851-7529 are welcome; stay as long as you wish. for a potluck, games and fellowship in the KC fire station A $1/child donation is suggested. Tami, Whitmore Room at the KP Civic Center. JUNE 24 884-5433 All are welcome. 884-4981 June 19, KP Democrats, 7 p.m., Home fire station; [email protected] CONCERT & POTLUCK FRIDAYS The Olalla Community Club presents SENIOR COMPUTER CLASS a concert featuring northwest rooted Computer class for ages 55+ 10 a.m. at KNITTING GROUP June 21, Longbranch Improvement Club, singer-songwriter Allison Preisinger. A the KP Community Services. This is an The “Not Your Mother’s Fiber Station” 6:30 p.m. social, 7 p.m. meeting, LIC; 884-6022 potluck starts at 6 p.m. and the concert is open forum directed by your questions knitting group meets 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. at at 7 p.m. Potluck host is Nolan, 857-5650. and needs, which is great for beginners the Key Center fire station. All knitters June 21, KP Advisory Commission, 6:30 Donation is $20. Olallahouse.org or moderate users. 884-4440 are welcome. p.m., VFW Room, KP Civic Center; co.pierce. wa.us for agenda; Toni Fairbanks, 253-798-7156 JUNE 27 TUESDAYS & SATURDAYS SATURDAYS SUMMER SOUNDS KP MUSEUM OPEN WRITERS GUILD June 26, KP Farm Council, 6:30 p.m., in Summer Sounds at Skansie kicks off the The Key Peninsula Historic Society The Writers Guild meets the first and the community offices, Suite D at the KC Corral: free outdoor concert season with The museum features a new exhibit titled third Saturday 10 a.m. to noon in the [email protected] Dusty 45’s. All concerts begin at 6:30 “Then and Now” with special focus on community offices, Suite D at the KC p.m. and are held rain or shine at the the Vaughn Library Hall. The museum, Corral. 884-6455 newly remodeled Skansie Brothers Park located at the KP Civic Center, contains The Community Calendar is brought to which has expanded restroom facilities artifacts, pictures and stories from the you as a public service by the Angels. and a second floor viewing plaza. Bring whole Key Peninsula for free admission. PUBLICMEETINGS lawn chairs and blankets. It is suggested 888-3246 June 5, McNeil Island meeting, 6 p.m., folks ride the Gig Harbor Trolley to Lakebay Marina. [email protected] the concert. All Gig Harbor parks are WEDNESDAYS nonsmoking and alcohol free. READY, SET, GO FOR PRESCHOOLERS June 5 & 19, KP Veterans, 7 p.m., KP The Children’s Home Society of Lutheran Church; for veterans and military Washington sponsors a free cooperative service members and families with children WEEKLY EVENTS preschool class for 3- and 4-year-olds at over 16 yrs. 225-5130 or keypenveterans@ KP Civic Center. Parents or caretakers outlook.com MONDAYS & FRIDAYS participate, playing learning games, 10:30 PLAY TO LEARN to 11:30 a.m. 884-5433 June 6, KP Historical Society board, 11 a.m. Play to Learn, provided by Children’s in museum; 888-3246 Museum of Tacoma, is 10 to 11:30 a.m. LAKEBAY WRITERS at the KP Civic Center. This is a free, Lakebay Writers is a workshop for people June 6, Artists Blend, 4 to 6 p.m., Blend Wine drop-in program for preschoolers under who love stories. Share yours, hear others. Shop, for all artists; [email protected] 6 and their adult caregivers. 1 to 4 p.m. at the KC Library. Loren Aikins, 884-2785 June 7, 14, 21, 28, KP Youth Council, meets MON, WED & FRIDAYS 3 to 5:15 p.m., KC fire station; keypencouncil@ SENIOR EXERCISE WATERMARK WRITERS WORKSHOP gmail.com The S.A.I.L. senior exercise class meets A free writers workshop 5 to 8 p.m. in 10 to 11 a.m. at KP Community Services Vaughn. 778-6559 June 7 & 21, KP Lions, 7 p.m., KC fire station; in Lakebay. Participants must register 853-2721 with Marilyn Perks, 884-4440. WEDNESDAYS & FRIDAYS June 8, TWAA Board, 7 p.m., VFW Room, KP TUESDAYS SENIOR MEALS Nutritious meals for ages 60+ are served Civic Center; [email protected] SENIOR TAI CHI at noon at KP Community Services; a $2 Senior tai chi meets 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. donation is requested. Guests (ages 50- June 8, KP Civic Center Assn. Board, 7 p.m., at KP Community Services in Lakebay. 59) of senior attendees are requested to Whitmore Room, KP Civic Center; 884-3456 884-4440 donate $2.50. 884-4440 June 8 & 22, Peninsula School District THURSDAYS Open 10-4 STORY TIMES Board, 6 p.m., District Office Tuesday to Saturday in the Discover books, learn nursery rhymes, sing TOASTMASTERS Key Center Corral 253 884-9333 songs, play with blocks and do arts and The Toastmasters meet 8 to 9 a.m. at the June 12, KP Parks, 7:30 p.m. at Volunteer Park Donations: Mon-Sat, 9:30 to 3:30 crafts at the KC Library. Music/motion KC Library. Have fun improving your office; public is encouraged to attend. 884-9240 story time (0-2 years old with an adult) is P.O. Box 703, Vaughn WA 98394 10 a.m. and preschool science story time (3-6 years old) is 11 a.m. 548-3309 Send calendar items to [email protected] before 15th of the month 14 SUMMER FUN ON THE KEY PENINSULA June 2017

TNT Safe & Sane Fireworks Stand June 28 - July 4 10am to 9pm in Key Center

Celebrate the 4th

Purchases support community programs at the Key Peninsula Civic Center

Key Peninsula Civic Center, 17010 S. Vaughn Road 253/884-3456 www.kpciviccenter.org The Key Peninsula Civic Center Association, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, fosters and promotes the civic, social, cultural and general well-being of the Key Peninsula community.

JULY 10TH-14TH 9AM-NOON

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June 2017 www.keypenparks.com KeyPen Parks 253 884-9240 The key to your next adventure!

THANKS TO 3rd annual Presidential Sponsors 11 am to 2pm Tuesday, July 4 IN CONCERT 7PM JULY 1 Volunteer Park ROY BOOK BINDER COMMUNITY TICKETS $20 HOT DOG SOCIAL FREE Food & fun with your Key Peninsula friends Patriotic Sponsor and neighbors. There will be lawn games, Purdy Cost Less Pharmacy group games, carnival games, bounce OTHER SPONSORS INCLUDE: houses and plenty of hot dogs, cake and KP Bus Connects, Key to Learning goodies. Bring a picnic blanket and have Childcare & Preschool, KP Veterans, and KP Parks & Rec Foundation. some old-fashioned fun for the whole family. For schedule, click Stuff to Do at www.keypenparks.com

Wednesday Walks with Walter Popsicles in the Park FREE walk and talks with retired Wednesday afternoon family forester Walter Briggs. Learn playground fun with a FREE chilly about the amazing plants, trees treat courtesy of Key Pen Parks from 5 to and creatures in our area. 6 pm, or while supplies last. Family-friendly walks start at Home Park June 14 and July 12 6:30 pm in the park’s parking area. KP Civic Center June 28 and July 26 June 21 – Rocky Creek |Conservation Area Thursdays June 29, July 26 – Maple Hollow Park FREE July 27 & August 17 August 9 – 360 Trails 4:30 to 5:30 Bring your family and your bikes and explore the CAMP REGISTRATION NOW OPEN riding features at 360 Trails. Then enjoy a chilly Excellent selection of wines for every taste Fairy Camp at Volunteer Park. treat. New pump track opens June 29, see www. Play games, hunt for fairies, treasure keypenparks.com for details. We can Special Order wines hunt in the enchanted forest and much by the bottle or by the case Free family fun Quick delivery. No shipping charge more. Wonderful fun for girls…and boys starts at 7:30 pm, too, age 4 to 12. Register now at www. Large selection of Northwest wines plus movies at dusk Hundreds of wines in stock keypenparks.com ✰ from all over the world! July 19-21 9 am to 1 pm, Wed-Friday, $75 Aug. 4 Secret Life of Pets (2016) Visit us online for info about upcoming events, concerts & ✰ Aug. 11 Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971) activities. blendwineshop.com Gateway Park ✰ Aug. 18 Finding Dory (2016) ICE COLD Playground Installation ✰ Aug. 25 The Jungle Book (2016) DRAUGHT Bring a blanket or chair. Sponsored in part BEER WINE TASTING Help us install the new playground at ON TAP Fridays 5 to 7pm Gateway Park. Four-hour shifts on June 10 & 11, by Peninsula Light Co. with pre-movie crafts 8-12 or 12:30-4:30 with noon lunch provided. sponsored by Shawn & Claudia (Sami) Jensen Tue-Thu & Sat open 12 to 6pm We need 25 volunteers, 18 or older, plus Parks Appreciation Day Thank You! Friday 12 to 9pm Closed Sun & Mon volunteers to make lunch. Please RSVP To all the wonderful volunteers who braved the 253 884-9688 to Scott Gallacher at 253 884-9240 or rain to help beautify, repair and clean up our 8914 Key Peninsula Hwy N, Lakebay [email protected] parks this past Earth Day. We THANK YOU! across from Key Center Fire Station 16 SUMMER FUN ON THE KEY PENINSULA June 2017

Beatniks SPORTS CAMP June 10 7pm SPORTSJuly 24-28, CAMP 2017 July8:45am 24-28, – 12:15pm 2017

KeyKey Peninsula8:45am Peninsula – Civic12:15pm Civic Center Center Sponsored by Key Peninsula Baptist Fellowship SponsoredKey by PeninsulaKey Peninsula Civic Baptist Center Fellowship Thank you to Key Peninsula Civic Center for their support. ThankSponsored you to Key by Peninsula Key Peninsula Civic Center Baptist for Fellowshiptheir support

Thank you to Key Peninsula Civic Center for their support. Swimming 15 Lorenz Road, Lakebay WA 98349 Ages 5 -12 Mon-Fri 11:30-9, Sat 8-10, Sun 8-9 Basketball Live music every Saturday night AgesQuality 5 -12 Sports Instruction Lessons 253-884-3350 Experienced Coaches Basketball Quality Sports Instruction Soccer ExperiencedSkits and Fun Coaches Bay View Swim School FAMOUS VICTOR $35 Registration Fee Soccer Skits and Fun Cheer FLEA MART Children or Adults $35 Registration Fee Cheer Small Groups Ability Grouped June 17 For more information call: 253-353-2745 Private Pool 9am-4pm For moreEmail: information [email protected] call: 253-353-2745 Registration material available on our website at: Red Cross Certified Watch for signs on SR302 Email: [email protected] Water Safety Instructor Bake Sale • Plants Registration www.materialkpbfellowship available on our.org website at: Dee Adams Bargains Galore! www.kpbfellowship.org 253 884 9167 360-271-9824

KP SCHOOL BUS CONNECTS FREE Community Transportation for All Ages KP Bus Connects Key Center, Lake Kathryn, Volunteer Park, KPCS/Food Bank, local stops, Peninsula High School and Purdy Park & Ride

MORNING ROUTE AFTERNOON ROUTE ae athry

agh 10:35 Evergreen Elementary School 3:30 Peninsula High School 10:38 Longbranch Improvement Club 3:32 Purdy Park & Ride, pick up Pierce Transit Route 100 ter SUMMER 10:40 Rouse Road @174th Ave 3:38 Lake Kathryn Center @ Costless ey 10:42 Whiteman Road @ Whiteman Cove Road 3:41 11615 SR302 @ Windermere Realty eter ROUTES 10:47 Palmer Lake Public Access 24th St, sunny side 3:46 Food Market, Key Center BEGIN JUNE 27 10:48 Palmer Lake 21st St & 193rd Ave, park shelter 3:47 Key Pen Hwy @84th St, Red Barn TUESDAYS 10:53 KPCS Senior Center & Food Bank 3:49 Volunteer Park ome 10:53 Home Gas Station KP Hwy N 3:54 Home Gas Station KP Hwy N WEDNESDAYS 10:58 Volunteer Park 3:55 KPCS Senior Center & Food Bank THURSDAYS 11:00 Food Market/Key Pen Hwy and Red Barn 3:59 Palmer Lake Public Access 24th St, sunny side aeay 11:03 Wright Bliss and Olson Dr 4:01 Palmer Lake 21st St & 193rd Ave, park shelter 11:06 4 Corners, Drive Thru Feed, 76 Station 4:05 Whiteman Road @ Whiteman Cove Road 11:09 SR302 & 150th Ave, Lake Holiday 4:08 Rouse Road @174th Ave ograch 11:11 SR302 & 140th, Lake of the Woods 4:09 Longbranch Improvement Club 11:16 Food Market, Key Center 4:13 Evergreen Elementary School 11:17 Key Pen Hwy @84th St, Red Barn 4:21 Volunteer Park 11:22 Charboneau’s 11612 SR 302 4:23 Key Pen Hwy @84th St, Red Barn 11:25 Lake Kathryn Center @Costless 4:26 Wright Bliss and Olson Dr Call 253-884-BUSS 11:29 Purdy Park & Ride, 4:29 4 Corners, 76 Station School buses aren’t just for kids anymore connect with Pierce Transit Route 100 at 11:44 4:32 SR302 & 150th Ave, Lake Holiday Under age 12 accompanied by an adult 11:30 Peninsula High School 4:34 SR302 & 140th, Lake of the Woods

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Top: Leslie Englund; Left: Zoe Ewald and friend; Right: Patricia Ghiossi

Key Pen Highway Roadwork Goes Into Summer

Staff Report “Tree wire is an insulated coating that helps to prevent outages when smaller Peninsula Light Co. has been busy along branches contact our lines,” said Jacqueline the KP Highway, reducing traffic to a single Goodwill, communications and public rela- lane on weekdays in three different loca- tions manager for PenLight. “It has been tions and stopping cars for a few minutes installed in areas where undergrounding each way. was more expensive and wouldn’t prove Power lines are being buried from Key to be more effective.” The Key Peninsula News put a bright face on its front page during the Livable Center north to Lake Minterwood and The undergrounding work started about Community Fair—160 times. Fairgoers at the popular May event at the civic center underground lines are being replaced from two months ago and, along with the over- stopped by the KP News booth to talk shop with staff and went home with a front- Lake Minterwood up to 134th Avenue head tree wire installation, will extend into page reminder that their local paper wants to tell their stories. You are the voice of the KPN. “Tree wire” is being installed north the summer, she said. Key Peninsula. Thank you for your support. Photos: Lisa Bryan, KP News from Cromwell Road to Key Center and “On the plus side, over the past 10 years, will continue for at least two months or PenLight has moved our community into Check out www.facebook.com/KPCC.SkateNight more. After that section is complete, the the first quartile for reliability, due mainly crew will continue installing tree wire to projects like these,” Goodwill said. “So, Have a fun family night with elementary and middle school kids from Cromwell south to the end of the be patient with us and know that we’re line around 80th KPS. working to keep the lights on.”

June 2, 9 and 16 Friday night 6 to 9 pm at the Civic Center (Dodgeball June 2 & 16 )

Kids $5 / Parents free

“Cali-Co-Ho” arrived at Longbranch Marina just in time for Opening Day, May 6. The 18 × 5 foot artwork was created by Maggie Barry and Carolyn Wiley based on a design series by Patty Kid-friendly burgers, pizza, snacks Barry using donated scraps from Donna Daily’s tote bag business (Tote-It-Around), with the assis- and drinks served by the Kitchen. tance of Donna Daily, Judy Riggs, Nancy Carr and friends of the Lawless Ladies of Longbranch. Muscle provided by Lynn Carr and Robert Theisen. “It is just about the only thing I ever worked Key Peninsula Civic Center, 17010 S. Vaughn Road 253/884-3456 www.kpciviccenter.org The Key Peninsula Civic Center Association, on for nine months that wasn’t a human,” Wiley said. Photo: Don Tjossem, KP News a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, fosters and promotes the civic, social, cultural and general well-being of the Key Peninsula community. 18 www.keypennews.com June 2017

Mr. Donehower teaches Minter Creek Elementary third-graders about traditional Polynesian culture May 12. Photo: Robyn Enders.

A white-crested Polish hen strikes a pose in Wauna. Photo: Don Tjossem, KP News Elementary Students Learn About World Cultures A Labor of Egg Love: Keeping Rare Breeds Alive Alice Kinerk, KP News orange dyes. He pointed out grooves in a traditional ironwood tool that were carved Don Tjossem, KP News Ernie Donehower enjoyed teaching to channel liquid away from the user. cultural enrichment to students at Vaughn Knowing that many in his audience were Becky and Steve Lodholm have owned Elementary so much for so many years familiar with Hawaiian culture primarily and operated the Raregg Ranch near that even after his retirement in 2015, he through the recent Disney animated film Wauna on the Key Peninsula for five kept on doing it. “Moana,” which features the god Maui, years. Raregg Ranch is a nonprofit poultry- These days, Donehower brings his fun Donehower selected a traditional tale that preservation center dedicated to saving and informative lessons to all three Key also included Maui, telling the students particular species of poultry. The focus is Peninsula elementary schools, as well as the legend of how the ‘alea ‘ula bird, a on breeds that are nearing extinction due schools and community organizations Hawaiian species, got its red beak. to commercialization and strict regulations across Gig Harbor and the state. Students After a break for recess, the students for keeping poultry. enjoy a mix of geographical information, reconvened and Donehower gave instruc- Becky Lodholm established Raregg in cultural artifacts and traditional stories. But tions for the bark cloth-rubbing project. February 2012 following a trip to Florida, what really helps each lesson hit home is Lacking the traditional leaves with strong where she saw some interesting chickens a hands-on project based on a traditional stiff veins, students used paperboard criss- and the colorful eggs they produced. She It is “Easter year ‘round” at the Raregg craft from the region. crossed with dried glue. Using the flat now takes care of approximately 350 Ranch. Photo: Don Tjossem, KP News “The best way to have them retain what side of peeled orange and brown crayons, breeder chickens, 1,000 chicks and 500 future generations to enjoy. I teach is to combine different learning students rubbed patterns onto the paper. egg layers on a daily basis. There is no time Each species has its own pen and is styles,” Donehower said. “I like to tell Stencils and freehand drawing made the for vacations or extended absences from released separately to be “range fed,” to stories. But if I can bring the project students’ tapas complete. this operation. She called it “Easter year prevent crossbreeding. Pens are moved they’re going to do into the story, as well Both students and teachers found Done- ‘round,” as she and her sister do most of when necessary to provide new dirt and as the artifacts, it just sort of sticks.” hower’s visit memorable. “I think it was the day-to-day management of this bios- fresh grass for the chickens to enjoy. Donehower spent a recent Friday after- pretty cool when Mr. Donehower told that ecure facility. Her husband helps when he Raregg is not a mass egg or chicken-pro- noon teaching third-graders at Minter story about when the birds were keeping returns from Bristol Bay in Alaska between ducing facility. With the daily care these Creek Elementary about Polynesian the secret of fire from the Hawaiian fishing trips. chickens receive, many of them take on culture. Having lived in Hawaii in the people,” said third-grader Mikiyas Arnold. The ranch is required to be biosecure so personalities and in some cases are named. 1970s and ‘80s, Donehower considers the “It was fun,” said third-grade teacher that strange diseases are not introduced into When eggs are taken from the pens and region among his favorites. Laura Stafki. “The artifacts that he brought any of the 30 different breeds of chickens brought to the incubator, it is not unusual In front of an audience of 75 8- and to share helped make the experience real.” from all over the world that are being reared for the caretaker to be pecked in protest 9-year-olds and their teachers, Donehower Learning about the cultures of the world in this facility. To prevent the spread of new by the laying hen. The eggs that are not opened with a brief geography lesson. He is especially important for children living diseases, new species must be quarantined used to raise chicks are marketed locally then impressed his crowd with trivia: “Did in rural areas, Donehower said, since they before being introduced into the main area at Local Boys in Purdy and Drive-Thru you know Hawaii’s Mauna Kea mountain may not get the opportunity to experience with the rest of the chickens. Feed in Vaughn. peak, when measured from the ocean the cultural diversity of urban areas. The Norwegian Jaerhons raised at Plans for the future include different floor, is taller than Mount Everest? Did “I feel deeply the importance of teaching Raregg are the only examples that can be and new pens that will depict a Key Center you know that due to an active underwater kids about culture, especially in this day seen anywhere in the world outside of a theme. The ranch is 27 acres, so there is volcano, a new Hawaiian island is currently and age,” he said. “In our shrinking and Norwegian zoo. A number of other species plenty of room for expansion. Income is forming 3,000 feet below the surface?” interconnected world, understanding at the ranch are critically endangered, with generated through egg sales and donations Donehower displayed and discussed others and respecting their culture means less than 1,000 birds left worldwide. That to maintain the viability of the operation. cultural artifacts such as an ipu, a Hawaiian less problems among people, as well as is one of the main purposes of Raregg: Visits to the facility are by appointment only. percussion instrument made from a gourd, more opportunities for all our students. to maintain specific species and ensure For more information, go to www.Rareg- as well as tapa, a traditional Polynesian bark We can learn a lot from each other.” the best of their traits are carried on for granch.com or Raregg Ranch on Facebook. cloth stamped and decorated with red and June 2017 www.keypennews.com 19

of the Puget Sound Sumi Association. Moriarity is survived by her loving OBITUARIES husband, Mark; son Jesse; daughter-in-law The Mustard Seed Project Jeanne; stepfather Dick; sisters Sharon Building an Elder-Friendly Key Peninsula and Coleen; and her dog, Cass. A celebration of her life will be take WE’VE MOVED to The Crandall Center place at the Longbranch Improvement 9016 - 154th Ave. Ct. KPN in UPTOWN Key Center Club June 10 at 3 p.m. A retrospective show of Moriarity’s Our Core Services:

art will be on display at Blend in Key Key Senior Information Center Center in June. Free information & referral for seniors, their families, and others who seek resources for healthy aging

Key Peninsula Senior Ride Program Transportation to medical appointments, senior meals and other essential destinations

Community Volunteer Network Neighbors helping elder neighbors with basic household chores, yard work, friendly visiting

Third Thursday Community Forums Interactive education on a wide variety of topics related to aging well Maureen “Reni” Moriarity, 1945 to 2017, dedicated her life to art and creating & we partner with the Alzheimer’s Association Washington beauty in everyday life. Chapter to host the Key Peninsula Caregiver Support Group rd Her paintings and home are full of 3 Saturday of each month beautifully arranged shells, flowers, books Visit our website: www.themustardseedproject.org and objets d’art. She loved dogs, people, cooking, travel and swimming in Puget Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 253 - 884 - 9814 Sound. She was proud of her Irish-French heritage and her New Jersey roots. She could fill any room with her presence Ananiah Jacob McCarrell died April and loved making people laugh. Her vast 5, 2017. Born Sept. 18, 1981, on the Dog circle of friends will remember her gener- Bar of the Bear River in Colfax, Cali- osity, her lively wit, her stories laced with fornia, McCarrell grew up on Lake Tapps humor and irreverence, and above all, and in Home on the Key Peninsula. He her charm and style. She leaves behind was a gifted musician and composer, and a wealth of work, with her paintings a master classical guitarist and lyricist. His and pottery decorating the homes of five albums and impressive discography her many friends. are a testimony to his gift. His credits Moriarity was born in Trenton, New include playing with Mason Williams, Jersey, to John and Elizabeth “Betty” Lindsey Buckingham, Stevie Nicks, Tom Moriarity. After her father’s death, she Moncrieff and Gary “Hoppy” Hodges. moved to Seattle with her mother, who McCarrell graduated from the State later married Glen “Dick” Winders. Reni University of New York with a Bachelor Moriarity married Richard Stern; her only of Science in Biomedical Engineering son Jesse, was born in 1973. degree and West Texas A & M with In 1979, Moriarity married Mark a Master of Business Administration Runions, a longtime Key Peninsula resi- degree. He became a certified public dent. He built their house in Longbranch, accountant in September 2016. where she enjoyed the rest of her life. McCarrell made his career as controller/ Moriarity graduated from Sealth High CFO of a Fortune 500 company. School and attended the University of He leaves behind his beloved chil- Washington, where she devoured art dren, Ellysha Beth, Kieran Elijah and classes, studying drawing, painting and Liam Bennett. He is also survived pottery. A professional potter for 20 by his mother, Aubryn (Craig), sister years, she then began working full time Galilee, brothers Saverio and Stashu and studied sumi brush technique with (Kyra), nephew William and many other her mentor and friend, Fumiko Kimura. friends and loved ones. Her award-winning art can be found The family appreciates your prayers. in homes and galleries around the world. She was a member of Women Painters of Washington and a founding member 20 www.keypennews.com June 2017 Peninsula Hawks Scholarship Fund Awards Record $322,000 to Graduating Seniors Grace Church, EPC Sara Thompson, KP News books. A five-member committee eval- uates all of the portfolios and tries to 10:30 am Worship on Sunday The Peninsula Hawks Scholarship Fund ensure that every student who participates gave $322,000 in grants ranging from $100 gets an award. Ed Longabaugh, Pastor [email protected] to $5,000 to nearly 200 graduating seniors Brendan Greetham graduated from PHS 2406 McEwan Rd, Lakebay 253-857-7284 www.epcgrace.org May 17 to help pay for their continuing in 2014 after attending Evergreen and education. Minter elementary schools and is now “It’s a new record-high for our organiza- in the mechanical engineering depart- Mondays tion,” said Fund Treasurer Deanna Russell. ment at the University of Washington. & Wednesdays The fund was started in 1985 by PHS “I received two scholarships through the NOW HIRINGCOME SWIMparent Evon WITH Gay to provide US! a structure Hawks Scholarship Fund,” he said. “One 8:30 to 9:30 am Easterseals Washington Campfor Stand individuals By Me andNEW organizations Community toSwim make Program was through the Longbranch Improve- Fall aquatics staff: We have re-openedcontributions our doors tothat the directly community! impact students. ment Club and one through Allovus Inc. at the Civic Center Lifeguards,Join swim us for instructor, Open Swim weekdays Fundfrom 9:30am-10:30am. President Mary Registration O’Boyle, is required. who These scholarships reminded me of how Call 253.884.2722 or visit www.easterseals.com/washington/communityswimworks as a paraeducator with high needs supportive our community is.” Bring your mat, blanket or towel water fitness instructor for more informationstudents on the program at Vaughn and theElementary, schedules said,for “The Kevin Pszcszolaf, now at UW, also gradu- Drop-in $12.50 Call 253.884.2722 Aerobics Classes,PHS Lap scholarship Swim and Family program Swim. is much more ated in 2014 and attended Evergreen, Minter Four classes for $40 than giving PHS seniors money to continue and Vaughn elementary schools and Key Camp Stand By Me • 17809 South Vaughn Road KPN Peninsula Middle School. “The Hawks Cash or check, please their www.easterseals.com/washingtoneducation, the seniors get experience in following specific requirements, meeting Scholarship gave me the freedom to pursue Key Peninsula Civic Center, 17010 S. Vaughn Road 253/884-3456 Camp Stand By Me deadlines and interacting with various my academic future how I wanted to,” he www.kpciviccenter.org The Key Peninsula Civic Center Association, a 17809 South Vaughn Road KPN adults. My favorite part of the program said. “I have some breathing room—room 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, fosters and promotes the civic, social, www.easterseals.com/washington cultural and general well-being of the Key Peninsula community. is reading their thank-you notes to the to make my own choices without fear of donors and the pride on their faces when immediately needing to pay for college.” they are acknowledged by our community.” O’Boyle is especially proud of the Hayley Nichols, fund donor chair, gradu- Promise Scholarship, she said. Three ograms at All Servi ’s Pr ces ated from PHS in 1991 and was a recipient students from KPMS and Harbor Ridge ren herself. “The scholarship was wonderful Middle School, the two middle schools ld hi C and I think that what meant the most to me feeding into PHS, are selected by middle

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chose me, believed in me,” she said. who have academic or behavioral issues THREE SUNDAY SERVICES High School & Middle School Youth Group Nichols attended Central Washington to overcome. Each of them is guaranteed Every other Monday State University, returned to the Gig a $1,000 scholarship if they complete 9:00am, 10:45am & 6pm in the summer Harbor area and now runs her own busi- a portfolio and graduate. O’Boyle said 6:00-9:00pm the program has been successful with Location varies ness. Her son is a student at PHS and See our ad for VBS she was reminded of the fund when she about 80 percent receiving the awards, July 10th-14th Go to five17.com heard about students completing their comparable to the overall graduation for more info 9-Noon portfolios to apply. She became a donor rate at PHS. 12719 134th Ave KPN . 853-7878 . www.waypoint-church.org and now, three years later, she leads the Nichols said the funding sources donor committee. include Save Thrift Store, located in a All PHS graduating students are invited building below the high school campus. It to participate in the program, which is is open six days a week and raises about separate from but coordinated with other $60,000 a year. They welcome donations Lakebay’s Roofing Specialists scholarships managed by the school coun- and shoppers. All profits go directly to seling office. To qualify, students must the general scholarship fund. Full service roofing, building and maintenance complete a portfolio, attend the assembly Donors may specify the criteria for and write a thank-you note to the donor. their scholarship and can select the recip- ROOFING • REPAIRS • ADDITIONS • REMODELS • DECKS • FENCING Each portfolio includes a personal state- ients or have the fund members choose COMPLETE YARD CARE • PRESSURE WASHING • HOUSE CLEANING ment; a fact sheet with a summary of such for them. information as schools attended; sports Many individuals and almost 50 local Rolfzen's and community activities; two recom- organizations from the Key Peninsula HOME SERVICES, LLC mendations; and three pages to help add donate to the fund, including local PTAs, a fuller picture of the student. These may the KP Business Association, KP Lions 253 884-2186 be photos of sports activities or awards, Club, Angel Guild, Longbranch Improve- ROLFZHS889KQ Formerly Lakebay Roofing, Inc or examples of creative writing or artwork. ment Club and the KP Historical Society. Scholarships can be used for tuition or For more information, go to www.phsfund.org. June 2017 www.keypennews.com 21 2017 PHS Key Peninsula Scholarship Recipients Tacoda Anker Reece Baker Alexsis Bennett Emily Benoit Sky Bressette Stephanie Brown Trent Bruemmer Elizabeth Brunkow Cassandra Bundrick Sabrina Butorac Hailey Carr Kimberley Chapman Alicia Cornejo Garrett Cranford Kassidy Crown Dorian Cuevas Natasha Dinniman Destiny Donaldson Kenneth Easton Emily Benoit crosses the stage to receive her share of the $322,000 distributed at this year’s Peninsula Hawks Scholarship assembly May 17. Kaila Edwards Photo: Ed Johnson, KP News Sofia Esteve 2017 PENINSULA HAWKS SCHOLARSHIP FUND DONORS Carly Evanson Emilie Everett Active Construction, Inc. Harbor Animal Hospital Peninsula Hands on Art Kara Haggard Allen & Julie Gillett Harbor Pediatrics Peninsula High School Class of ‘59 Lilli Harrison Allovus Design Inc. Harbor Ridge Middle School VPO Peninsula High School Wrestling Team Madeline Hebert Allovus Family Scholarship Harbor Soccer Club Peninsula Lacrosse Association Shawna Hettick Mikayla Hoover American Assoc. of University Women Hayley Nichols Peninsula Light Co. Jacob Huffer Angel Guild of Key Peninsula Holmes Chiropractic Peninsula Principals Association Madeleine Johnson Asia Wright Scholarship Hugh & Janice McMillan Peninsula PSE Clerical Unit Dale Jones Baker Foundation Inn at Gig Harbor Peninsula Recreation Ski School Megan Judt Ben B. Cheney Foundation Jeffrey A. Robinson Peninsula School District Bus Drivers Roger Kaffer Beta Sigma Phi John W. Robinson Memorial Peninsula Schools Education Foundation Kody Kimball Bob & Beth Lane Judson H. Morris, Jr. PHS Alumni Jaeden Koyen Canterwood Ladies 18 Golf Club Kelly & Michael Perrow PHS Boys Baseball Aiden Krug-Norem Carlson Family Ken Kieffer PHS Boys Soccer Boosters Thomas Lancaster Class of 1961 Key Peninsula Business Association PHS Class of 1975 Shelby Lepur-Lawrence Class of 1984 Key Peninsula Cooperative Preschool PHS Classes of 1990, 1991, 1992 Zachary Lester Class of 1995 Key Peninsula Historical Society PHS Girls Soccer Kyra-Ann Lindsey Key Peninsula Lions PHS Speech and Debate Jake Lingo Class of 2005 Kara Madlinger Coach Joel Wingard Scholarship Key Peninsula Middle School PTA PHS Track Boosters Mitchell Maniatopoulos Community Donations Key Singers PHS Volunteer Parent Organization Anna Marshall Discovery Elementary VPO Kitsap Bank Purdy Elementary PTA Debore’ae McClain Dr. Russell Brooks Butler Barber Memorial Kiwanis of Peninsula - Gig Harbor Ritchie Family Brandon Miller Ed Johnson Longbranch Improvement Club Robb Haydon Sunny Moberg Elizabeth Litsch Scholarship Fund Mark & Evelyn Gehrs Roy & Kathy Spadoni Scholarship Hally O’Neill Evergreen Elementary PTA Mike Paul Construction Inc. & Mike & Cindy SAVE Thrift Store Natalie Poundstone Gig Harbor Cruisers Automotive Club Paul SSG Orion Sparks Memorial Scholarship Trevor Price Gig Harbor Eagles #2809 Auxiliary Minter Creek Elementary PTA Stanley A. 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A rare lonely spot on the Great Wall near Beijing. Photo: Ashley Farrington Students Visit China; Learn About Themselves Ted Olinger, KP News Smith said, “It made me A group of local high school students appreciate what we have here.” spent their spring break in China from The group also traveled to April 15 to 23, and came home with a see the excavated terra cotta greater appreciation for another culture army of Xi’an, one of China’s and their own. ancient capitals and the burial “I wanted to travel the world before I get place of the Emperor Qin settled down after college, so this was a (pronounced “Chin”), who good opportunity to experience traveling,” gave his name to the country. said Peninsula High School junior Olivia “Our tour guide described Whitmarsh of Lakebay. Xi’an as small and it’s a modern PHS senior Tiernyn Smith of Gig bustling city with 8 million Harbor said, “The entire, crazy, ancient people,” Kendall said. “Then history was a huge culture shock and the he took us to ride bikes on the people were surprisingly nice.” ancient city wall.” Three PHS teachers and one parent “The views from the wall chaperone accompanied 15 PHS students were something I will never and one from Tacoma. Kyle Kendall, who forget,” said PHS junior Ashley teaches AP U.S. history, world history, Farrington of Wauna. “The speech and debate (and is also the speech bike ride was the point in the Part of the tour group visited the site of the Beijing Olympics. Photo: Kyle Kendall and debate team coach) organized and trip where it really hit me how led the trip through Education First, a amazing the experience has been overall areas of China and they had never seen lenge for me and something that, at first, private travel company whose tours stress and that I really was in China.” a white person. was something I was really apprehensive learning. Teachers Katharine Hutcheson They ended their trip with a few days “We also asked our tour guides some about. The trip turned out to be the best and Justin Ehli accompanied him. in Shanghai visiting a silk factory, street pretty straightforward questions,” he said. decision and experience I have ever had.” “I have traveled pretty extensively, both markets and the second tallest building “‘How do you feel about Mao? Do you want “The exciting part for me was that these as a backpacker and as a tour guide in in the world in its financial center. It was more freedom of expression? How do the 16 kids all got along really great, which Alaska,” Kendall said. there especially the group attracted a lot people feel about Facebook being blocked?’ says a great deal about their character,” The tour started in Beijing, where the of attention. “The answers were pretty vague, but the Kendall said. “They were literally in tears group visited Tiananmen Square and the “In Shanghai, we were celebrities,” Smith local tour guides talked about the poverty saying goodbye to Xin, who was our guide Forbidden City, and traveled into the coun- said. “We had a couple of blonde girls with the nation has despite how big they are, the whole time.” tryside to visit a portion of the Great Wall. us and people would yell ‘Taylor Swift! that they are a developing country, and Kendall is already organizing a tour to “Another cool thing was visiting a school Taylor Swift!’ and take pictures of us.” would make the point that most Chinese Italy and Greece for summer 2018 through and seeing how their education system “We would ask why there were so many wished to be more Western,” Kendall said. Education First. For more information, worked,” Whitmarsh said. “They were pictures being taken of us,” Kendall said. “The China trip was a turning point for contact him at: [email protected]. very rigid and the students seemed intim- “In some of the urban centers we visited, me, as I am not at all an outgoing person,” To see a short video of the China trip, go idated by their teachers.” most of the other tourists were from rural Farrington said. “This made the trip a chal- to: youtu.be/w-8pl3cBI3M June 2017 www.keypennews.com 23

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Frank Slater and Ted Olinger, KP News learning area adjacent to the school. The illustrated master plan of Wildwoods envisions a collection of native ecosystems A teacher tells her students to put on Peninsula School District has owned for childrenEVERGREEN to explore. Map:ELEMENTARY’S Heidi Watters, landscape WILDWOODS architect and environmental horticulturist * STEAM = science, technology, engineering, arts, math their science socks. The first-graders the property abutting the north side of 1” ~ 30’-0” (@ 11x17) N (2.5 acres) V.4 170306 dutifully obey, slipping into oversized the school for some time. Evergreen staff The students are also helping out, she said. Books that can be shared on Google Docs,” fuzzy socks, and follow her outside for a convinced the district last year to clear “One of the key things we want them she said. “They want to start with signs for walk through the field next to Evergreen and fence the overgrown lot and allow to learn is stewardship of the land, which the larger trees and plants. Each year, each Elementary School. the staff and students to create a native means somebody has to be responsible for class can revise and improve upon the On their return, they pick out seeds that plant nursery, garden and study area. taking care of it,” Souers said. “They’re identification tags and placards.” have stuck to the socks and compare them The work began in earnest in March learning to identify noxious weeds and put Fifth-grader Dylon Alena said, “I think to drawings and written descriptions. Once 2016 with teachers, parents, students them into ‘plant jail,’ for example, to keep the Wildwoods helps us with science and they match a seed to its parent plant or tree, and other volunteers pulling out invasive them from escaping. nature. It makes us want to take care of they discuss how the seed might have trav- blackberry roots, spreading new mulch “It’s also teaching them observation and the KP.” eled from its source to where it was found. and planting more than 20 different the importance of basic research,” she said. Grants and donations from nurseries, “Children are more interested in things species of native trees and plants. According to fifth-grader Samantha a student candy drive and lots of volun- than in ideas,” said Evergreen Principal “In our state standards, grades K through Chisa, “Kids need to learn more about teering have gotten the project off the Hugh Maxwell. “Something they have five are very life-science focused,” said nature. Everyone wants to pitch in to help ground, Souers said. found in the wild, brought in and examined third-grade teacher Therese Souers. “Every the younger kids learn more about fresh “This can’t be done without community makes ideas interesting.” Students who grade level revolves around life science and air, plants dying and decomposing, and support in a big way, so we’re looking for work together to identify things that need this gives us the opportunity to actually do protecting the area.” groups to come help,” she said. “Donated to be described and measured get moti- it in the field instead of just read about it. Fifth-grade teacher Denise Ohlson was services, even tree stumps and logs and vated to learn other things, like language “We decided that outdoor learning expe- surprised by how eager her students were some way to get them here.” and math, he said. riences are important for students; having to explore the new area. “The kids are truly excited and engaged This was the inspiration behind Wild- to sit in classrooms all day long is not “They would like to start developing a when they are out there,” Maxwell said. woods, Evergreen’s new 2-1/2 acre outdoor what they want to be doing.” plant identification format on their Chrome- “I see great things happening here.” 24 www.keypennews.com June 2017

In 2002, seven salmon There are seven indigenous salmon species recovery regional organi- in the Pacific Northwest: pink, Chinook, coho, zations made up of local, chum and sockeye salmon, and steelhead state and federal agen- and cutthroat trout. All follow a life cycle of cies, tribes and citizens birth in a stream, migration to a large body were created to develop of water to mature and then migration back recovery plans and coordi- to the stream of their birth to spawn and die. nate implementation. The Steelhead spend several years maturing largest is the Puget Sound in rivers before migrating briefly to saltwater. Regional Organization and Cutthroat mature in saltwater but tend not it, in turn, is divided into to travel far from the streams of their birth. 19 Water Resource Inven- The other five species hatch in rivers or tory Areas (WRIAs). The streams, guarded briefly by their mothers, Key Peninsula is part of who die within a few days or a month of the West Sound Water- laying the eggs. Fry hatch weeks to months shed, which encompasses later and depend on the bodies of dead approximately 250,000 salmon (or insects that also depend on acres and includes the those bodies) for nutrition. islands of Anderson, While chum fry almost immediately head Fox, McNeil, Bainbridge, for estuaries to grow, the others spend three Ketron, Herron, Blake to 18 months in fresh water before migrating and Raft; the cities of to estuaries and then the ocean. Chinook Gig Harbor, Port Orchard, return to spawn two to six years later, chum Bremerton, Poulsbo; and and coho in three to five, and pinks have parts of Kitsap, Pierce and a strict two-year cycle from hatching to Mason counties. spawning. Sockeye mature in lakes and Each WRIA works to may remain there or migrate to the ocean establish recovery plans before returning to spawn. 2017 projected returns for chum salmon. Courtesy Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife appropriate to its region, Pink or humpback salmon is the most covering all or some of common. It is also the smallest and leanest the first three “Hs.” Pacific salmon. Its flesh is described as soft Salmon and the Key Peninsula The last “H,” harvest, is and bland and is most commonly used for addressed each year when canned salmon. Sara Thompson, KP News and changes in the food chain,” he said. state, federal and tribal fishery managers Chum is the second most common and is “The salmon have really been impacted.” gather to plan the Northwest’s recreational leaner than sockeye with firm, pale flesh. It The survival of salmon is threatened. For nearly 1,500 years, the balance and commercial salmon fisheries. This is not farmed and is caught in Puget Sound For more than a thousand years, salmon between harvest by indigenous people includes the North of Falcon process, a in the fall and sold fresh. have been a life-sustaining centerpiece of who depended on salmon and the natural series of public meetings involving federal, Coho is fished in the coastal waters of Native culture. The miracle of their annual ebb and flow of salmon populations state, tribal and industry representatives Alaska. It is less fatty than sockeye, with migration is a reminder that rivers and were sustainable. But the arrival of and citizens examining fisheries between flavorful, medium-red flesh. watersheds, estuaries and oceans are healthy. pioneers in the mid-1800s led to new Cape Falcon on the north Oregon coast Sockeye is second to the Chinook in fat From orcas and bears catching live fish to fishing techniques and the emergence and the Canadian border, including the content and has dark red flesh. It is caught in eagles and stoneflies feeding on carcasses, of a market-driven economy, causing Columbia River, Puget Sound and inland the Northern Pacific, sold fresh and canned. more than 130 different species depend a decline in salmon populations. In Washington coastal waters. Chinook (also known as king) is caught on salmon for survival. addition to the effects of overfishing, This year, forecasts for returns in the in the North Pacific. It is the largest, fattiest Pacific salmon fuel a $3 billion annual habitat was degraded by logging, mining South Puget Sound for chum, coho, salmon variety and may be deep red or industry, according to the Wild Salmon and irrigation. By the 1930s, large-scale Chinook and pink salmon are all poor. white. It is sold fresh, frozen and smoked. Center. They support tens of thousands dam projects posed additional barriers Treaty Indian tribes in Western Wash- of jobs and local economies and communi- for migrating fish. According to the ington will restrict fisheries again this ties around the Pacific Rim. A report from WDFW, the first salmon in the Pacific year—including culturally important cere- the Washington State Department of Fish Northwest, the Snake River sockeye, was monial fisheries—to protect weak salmon and Wildlife (WDFW) from 2012 stated declared endangered in 1991. By the early runs. Commercial and recreational fishing that commercial and recreational fishing in 2000s, salmon were listed as threatened regulations are not yet complete but will Washington fisheries directly and indirectly or endangered in nearly three-quarters likely also reflect the need to protect weak supported an estimated 16,374 jobs and of Washington state. These include the returns. $540 million in personal income. Salmon Puget Sound Chinook and steelhead and Key Peninsula residents may not have a accounted for a significant proportion of the Hood Canal summer chum. great deal of power to impact the changing those numbers. The federal Endangered Species Act and climate or ocean acidification, but there is Randall Babich, who lives in Long- Washington state law require development work being done at the local level to restore branch and has fished in Alaska and of recovery plans for diminishing salmon and preserve habitat. This will be covered Puget Sound, has seen the decline first- populations. Margen Carlson, director of in part two of this series. hand. “Over my 48 years of fishing, there Puget Sound Policy for WDFW, called this For more information, go to: wdfw.wa.gov/ have been tremendous changes from the “four Hs” of salmon recovery: habitat, fishing/northfalcon. degradation of habitat to global warming hatcheries, hydropower systems and harvest. June 2017 www.keypennews.com 25

Hugh Maxwell, principal of Evergreen Elementary School, performs his signature rendition of “Let It Go” as Elsa from the Disney movie “Frozen.” Maxwell had promised to sing it in character before the entire student body if they could raise $1,600 selling candy bars to help pay for the school’s new Wildwoods outdoor learning center. The students raised $6,200, yet there was no encore. Penny Gazabat, left, was recognized for her work as a founding member of the Key Free Photo: Beth Porter Clinic with an award from the clinic’s board of directors, presented during a ceremony by board president Chuck West at the Livable Community Fair at the KP Civic Center May 6. Gazabat is the executive director of Key Peninsula Community Services in Home. “We just started talking with Dr. Roes and Dr. Patterson, and then it (the clinic) started out at my place five or six years ago,” she said. “After the first year, we decided to move it to Key Center.” The clinic now offers dental and vision services. Gazabat recently resigned as clinic treasurer. Photo: Lisa Bryan, KP News

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School buses aren’t just for kids anymore. aeay KP Bus Connects Key Center, Lake Pierce County Executive Bruce Dammeier cuts the ribbon to officially open the first office Kathryn, Volunteer Park, KPCS/ ograch of the Key Peninsula Community Council May 9. “We’re here to serve the community, Food Bank, local stops, Peninsula bring services to the community and to unite the community by bringing all the different High School and Purdy Park & Ride organizations together,” said Chuck West, council chair. The office will be shared by the council, the Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department and Safe Streets. Visitors can also get Call 253-884-BUSS information or referrals to Crossroads alcohol and drug treatment and assessment center, based in Lakewood. The office is located in the KC Corral, in the suite that previously housed A partnership with the KP Community Council, Puget Sound Educational School District and the The Mustard Seed Project. Photo: Hugh McMillan Peninsula School District. See complete school year schedule at kp.council.org 26 www.keypennews.com June 2017

uninterested in mili- tary science. Her vivid descriptions of scientists and researchers suggest figures you might meet in a comic book or action movie, like a grizzled veteran vehicle mechanic or a fashion-designer-turned military-tailor. “Grunt” also spends a fair amount of time in unusual locations as Roach tours submarines, scent libraries and climate simulators, which provide even more fuel for her descriptive narrative style. Her curiosity also seems to bring out the best in her interview subjects, who describe their professions with passion and fervor. Despite its interesting content and engaging style, however, this book is not for the faint of heart— “Grunt: or stomach. “Grunt” is a book The Curious Science about the inner workings of the military and is unsurprisingly loaded with profanity, of Humans at War” extensive descriptions of cadavers and by Mary Roach gore, and disgusting bodily functions. W.W. Norton & Co. 2016 Roach’s quest for “curious science” goes a step further in its effort to shed light on Reviewed by Matthew Dean, KP News little-known aspects of war. Entire chap- ters are devoted to the medicinal poten- Ninamae McCord of Lakebay celebrated her 90th birthday at a skate party for her many Humor writer Mary Roach has made a tial of maggots, efforts to limit diarrhea descendants in May at the KP Civic Center. McCord was born in Wyoming, grew up in Shelton, career out of offbeat portraits of science caused by Army meals and possible trans- and worked as a nurse in Tacoma for decades before retiring to the KP. “She was one of nine and society, and her latest work is no plant options for soldiers with genital inju- in her family and I know she had five children, because I’m one of them,” said daughter Bette exception. “Grunt: The Curious Science ries. Roach’s narrative cheerfully marches McCord. “She’s got eight grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.” Photo: Ted Olinger, KP News of Humans at War” is a look at military on through the more disgusting topics research and development on subjects of the book, treating them as serious from the mundane (temperature-regulating concerns that are often ignored due to uniforms) to the bizarre (stink bombs and their inherent unpleasantness. shark repellent). In addition, “Grunt” is not intended Roach’s passion and curiosity are evident to be a comprehensive look at any part throughout the book, which is presented of military science or at military science as her personal journey through a variety itself. Those expecting a more detailed, of military facilities, learning about the evenhanded or technical narrative will be strangest parts of the U.S. war machine. disappointed. Roach is primarily a humor Along the way, she seeks answers to ques- writer, not a historian, and those who Wayne and Laura tions that very few people outside the find her style grating or distracting will be Ashby visiting military have asked, such as how medics- disappointed by the relatively brief looks Stonehenge during in-training simulate the stress of combat. at most of the book’s subjects. their April trip to The answer involves several amputees, “Grunt” is certainly not for everyone; the U.K. movie sets and copious amounts of fake hardcore military buffs probably won’t blood and tubing. find much value in a newcomer’s perspec- The book holds true to its subtitle’s tive on obscure science and the occasion- promise of “curious science,” giving a ally crude or taboo subject matter could fascinating window into obscure scien- push some readers away. As a cleverly tific fields and the larger-than-life figures written, dedicated look at those serving who inhabit them. While “Grunt” is our country in the most unusual ways, certainly written as entertainment, it’s also however, “Grunt” is a success and Roach a respectful and exhaustively researched is an unparalleled tour guide. look at the offbeat side of military science. “Grunt: The Curious Science of Humans at Roach’s witty, earnest writing is a War” was this year’s Pierce County READS reason to read the book even for those selection. Animal Care and Friendly Customer Service Are Our Specialties June 2017 www.keypennews.com 27

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ON THE KEY Blend Wine Shop 884-9688 with wine tasting Friday at 5, Open M-S noon for beer on tap, wine by the glass in Key Center Gnosh food truck 778-9549 for grilled and deli style samm’iches, Wed-Sat 11 to 4 in front of Capital Lumber in Key Center Lakebay Marina 884-3350, historic view, full menu & bar, live music, 15 Lorenz Road. M-F 11:30-9; Sat & Sun open at 8 Snack Shack for burgers, garlic fries and hot dogs. M-F 4 to 8, Sat 10 to 7 in Volunteer Park AT PURDY Taqueria El Guero 306-6951 Home-style Mexican food from a classic taco truck. North end of Bridgeway parking lot KEY PENINSULA Local Boys Tap Room 649-4455 Forty local beers & ciders on BAPTIST FELLOWSHIP tap, wine by the glass. Open noon weekdays, 11am weekends. come fill your cup here Massimo’s Italian Bar & Grill 514-6237 COLOSSIANS 1:9 Family-friendy ambience in waterfront view favorite. thor williams PASTOR GIG HARBOR (253) 353-2745 Join us Sundays at Key Brix 25 Restaurant 858-6626 at 7707 Pioneer Way [email protected] Peninsula Civic Center NetShed No. 9 858-7175 at 3313 Harborview Drive Kimball Espresso Café 858-2625 at 6950 Kimball Drive for Equine, Livestock & Residential Fencing Since 1989 casual dining and beverages from friendly baristas. , LLC Ultralight Warick & Janice Bryant Glen Pszczola / Drone Pilot For a free eating and drinking directory listing, send details to [email protected] 8903 Key Pen Hwy N, Lakebay 253 278-2233 [email protected] Custom Farm & Fence Solutions www.ultralightllc.com 13108 125th St KPN 800-598-3374 Gig Harbor WA 98329 253-851-5494 HOUSE PORTRAITS, MAPPING, www.kiwifencing.com fax 253-851-5550 INTRIGUING PROJECTS #KIWIFCI055DA [email protected] Tell us what you think

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Top left: Boy Scouts (left to right) Elder Meik, James McGraw and Elder Cloward work on restoring the wooded trails behind the Longbranch Improvement Club April 22 as part of McGraw’s Eagle Scout candidacy project. Photo: Don Tjossem, KP News

Top right: Eighth-grade wailers Haley Barnesson (left) and Caly Albery on alto and tenor sax, respectively, joined the rest of the KPMS jazz band, lending their star power to the already illuminating Livable Community Fair at the KP Civic Center May 6. Photo: Lisa Bryan, KP News

Left: KP Little Leaguer Sean Campbell gives it his all to stop an errant throw from the catcher. Photo: Ed Johnson, KP News

The Adventuress pays a visit to Filucy Bay in May. The 133-foot gaff-rigged schooner, launched in 1913 in East Boothbay, Maine, is one of two surviving San Francisco bar pilots and a National Historic Landmark. She is operated by Sound Experience, a nonprofit based in Port Townsend. Photo: Richard Hildahl