3.15.26 KECP: Stewardship begins at home - Sustainability
KEC • February 28, 2026
KEC continues the "Stewardship begins at home" series, offering actionable ways to support a healthy ecosystem in your own backyard. On March 15, a full agenda features a variety of speakers with a focus on sustainability, including the following topics:
- Jessee Adams and Grace Personeus from the Kitsap Conservation District will share how they work with private landowners to empower them to conserve natural resources by providing technical assistance, grants, and educational opportunities. Find out about program offerings with a special focus on native plants, and the Backyard Habitat and Rain Garden Programs.
- Caitlyn Newman, from the Kitsap Public Works Solid Waste Department will explore what happens to your waste after it leaves your home, how Kitsap County and Washington State are working to reduce waste, and practical tips to reduce waste in your daily life.
- Artist Steve Portteus will speak to his multi-media creations that depict the landscapes, seascapes, and details of the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest.
Details:
Date: Sunday, March 15 2026
Time: 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Where: The Village Green - 26159 Dulay Rd Ne | Kingston
Flyer: Download, print and share
Refreshments and kids crafts will be available. Bring a favorite treat to share, and consider bringing a food donation for Fishline and ShareNet (List of most needed items)
The 4-day Kitsap Bioblitz is part of the worldwide City Nature Challenge using iNaturalist to document plants, animals, & fungi living in our parks & natural areas.
Nature & Environment Book Club - Love learning about the natural world? Want to read some great books & connect with your community? KEC & GPC are starting a book club!
Stories from the trail and why we like to walk. Escaping the noise of modern life and finding yourself in the quiet sounds of nature.
