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Burn Ban for Key Peninsula to Begin June 1 From Now On
A Stage 1 burn ban will start in unincorporated Pierce County June 1 at 8 a.m. until further notice. more
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Orca Pods T99 and T123 visited Henderson Bay April 5.
Transient Orcas Make Extended Visit to Key Peninsula and South Sound
At least two orca pods visited the waters of the Key Peninsula periodically for a week or 10 days in mid-April. more
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Eelgrass (Zostera marina L.) observed growing nearshore during low tide at Joemma Beach State Park.
Pierce County Receives EPA Grant to Study Eelgrass
Collected data will help inform the 2029 Shoreline Master Program, which regulates how the shoreline is developed. more
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“The true meaning of life is to plant trees, under whose shade you do not expect to sit.” Nelson Henderson.
Forest Stewardship Gains Momentum on the Key Peninsula
A forestry course sparked the growth of a local Forest Stewards group for landowners. more
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A kayaker emerges from the newly opened Whiteman Cove.
Dam Breached at Whiteman Cove as Salmon Restoration Moves Ahead
Years of argument, planning, litigation and construction led to restoring an estuary for juvenile salmon. more
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The treatment plant has been operating since 1971.
Taylor Bay Beach Club to Replace Aging Sewer Treatment Plant
A combination of grants and a loan will complete funding for a new system totaling over $12 million. more
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Pacific oysters spotted during a low tide on Burley Lagoon.
Pierce County Approves Geoduck Harvest in Burley Lagoon
Taylor Shellfish Co. secures geoduck farming rights in Burley Lagoon, sparking local debate. more
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Solar Array to Be Built at Purdy Transfer Station in 2025
Pierce County won a $2.3 million grant to install a solar array atop the capped landfill in Purdy. more
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360 Trails Misses the Cut for Trust Land Transfer
Despite community support and a favorable application review, 360 Trails will not be transferred to local parks ownership. more
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Sample aquifers and wells.
Water Supply on the Key Peninsula Not at Risk For Now
With drought, climate change, and continued population growth on the Key Peninsula, will there be enough water to support the local population? more
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The Haley property beach and estuary from above Case Inlet.
State Parks to Develop Haley Property Near Jackson Lake
Washington State Parks secured a grant to fund improvements at the Haley property on the shores of Case Inlet. more
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Squaxin Island Tribal Council Chairman Kris Peters and Commissioner of Public Lands Hilary Franz.
Whiteman Cove Restoration Begins With Many Partnerships
The long-anticipated restoration of Whiteman Cove is set to begin after years-long negotiations between the DNR, YMCA and Squaxin Island Tribe. more
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Washington State Declares Drought Emergency
In April, the Washington State Department of Ecology declared a statewide drought emergency, warning that snowpack deficits and warm winter temperatures will lead to below-normal runoff and significant water shortages. more
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Towering trees shade a blanket of huckleberries and Oregon grape growing beneath.
KP Forest Once Inhabited by ‘Outsider Artists’ Protected Forever
Public trails will be built on the 60-acre property adjacent to the undeveloped Haley State Park land. “It’s what a Northwest forest should look like.” more
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Creative landscaping can help provide easy access for maintenance and inspections.
DIY Septic Certifications on the Way for KP Homeowners
Pierce County may someday teach you how to inspect your own septic system. The hope is to increase compliance by lowering costs. more
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There was time for sharing knowledge, history and wisdom during a tour with Great Peninsula Conservancy leadership and neighboring forest owners.
Great Peninsula Conservancy Expands Filucy Bay Preserve by 55 Acres
Four parcels donated to Great Peninsula Conservancy extend the preserve to the Pitt Passage shoreline. more
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Most forests in the area face similar issues as this scene from YMCA Camp Seymour where stewardship practices encourage healthy old growth forests of the future.
WSU Extension Brings Flagship Forest Management Course to KP
Forestry education is coming to the Key Peninsula. Washington State University’s extension forestry service will offer its flagship nine-week forest stewardship course to local landowners. more
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The population of the peaceful beachside community rises throughout summer.
The Taylor Bay Beach Club Plans a New Sewage Treatment Plant
Members of the Taylor Bay Beach Club have spent five years working with agencies and consultants to assess their sewage treatment system, evaluate alternatives, and find millions of dollars in funding. more
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The humpback whale known to local whale watchers as “Malachite,” passes the derelict barge in Henderson Bay.
An Eyesore from the Seashore: The Purdy Spit Barge
A converted oyster barge has become the unofficial, unintentional and unwanted welcome sign to those entering the Key Peninsula while crossing the Purdy Spit. more
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Whiteman Cove with YMCA camp canoers. The causeway on the right will be breached and bridged at its north end, lower part of photo.
Whiteman Cove Restoration to Begin in 2024
Restoration of salmon habitat at Whiteman Cove is set to begin in 2024, following a $6.9 million appropriation in the state capital budget. more
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