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Silverdale roadway with bike lane and pedestrian path
By Community News January 8, 2026
Op-Ed in The Urbanist explores the history of Kitsap's development plans over recent decades, highlighting failures to prevent suburban sprawl, and offering solutions.
Co-founder Brian Footen prepares for coastal survey
By KEC December 29, 2025
Brian Footen, co-founder of EarthViews Conservation Society discusses their work to survey over 2,700 miles of Puget Sound coastline by kayak and skiff.
State of our Forests & Public Lands
By Community News December 19, 2025
State of Our Forests & Public Lands report by WA Conservation Action, evaluates progress of WA Dept of Natural Resources & Com. of Public Lands Dave Upthegrove.
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Co-founder Brian Footen prepares for coastal survey
By KEC December 29, 2025
Brian Footen, co-founder of EarthViews Conservation Society discusses their work to survey over 2,700 miles of Puget Sound coastline by kayak and skiff.
Winter Solstice scene
By KEC December 6, 2025
Celebrate Winter Solstice with KEC – for reflection, renewal, & returning light, marking a turning point in the year, connecting us to nature and the cycles of time.
Joshua Wright in Green Mountain forest
By KEC November 8, 2025
Join the Green Mountain Summit discussion on protecting DNR trust lands at Green Mountain. Joshua Wright of LFDC will explain what’s at stake & how citizens can help.
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