Community activism and advocacy are fundamental aspects to our mission. We strive to provide a voice for birds in our communities by engaging in stakeholder and advisory committees. Below are some of our current and past involvements.
Current
Lord Hill Regional Park Stakeholder Group (2017-present)
PAS’ involvement with Lord Hill Regional Park extends back to 1988 when the original Master Plan was adopted, at which time we had a representative on the Advisory Committee for the development of the plan.
Since 2017, we have been actively involved in advocating for the protection of Lord Hill Regional Park. In particular, we are advocating to ensure the original intent of the park is managed as stated in that original Master Plan: preserve the natural, undeveloped character of Lord Hill and protect wildlife and their associated habitats; and discourage development in the interior of the site.
Pilchuck Audubon representative: Kristin Kelly
email: edpas2016@gmail.com
Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife's Snoqualmie Wildlife Area Advisory Committee
The wildlife area is 2,800 acres in King and Snohomish Counties bordering the Snoqualmie and Snohomish river and estuary. The wildlife area contains wetlands, agricultural habitat, and natural areas managed for the protection of sensitive species.
Actively participate in 2-4 meetings per year (about two hours each)
Serve as spokespeople for stakeholders and communicate WDFW’s plans regarding their various units within the SWA to the interest group they represent and others in that community
Identify issues of concern
Pilchuck Audubon representative: Martha Jordan
email: mj.cygnus@gmail.com, cell phone: 206-713-3684
Past Involvement
Mountain Loop Highway Feasibility Study Stakeholder Committee (2018-2019)
The purpose of these meetings was to gather input and hear stakeholder concerns on the planning study process and associated deliverables.
Participated in 4 meetings
Reviewed existing and projected conditions and options
Reviewed feasibility study draft
Pilchuck Audubon representative: Kathy Johnson
email: forest@pilchuckaudubon.org
Washington Department of Natural Resources Morning Star Natural Resources Conservation Area Trail Planning Committee (2017-2018)
The purpose of the Committee was to engage community members with the creation of a sustainable recreation trails plan for low-impact recreational opportunities and facilities in the Morning Star NRCA. This area encompasses DNR land in the Spada Lake watershed (Everett’s drinking water) and some areas south of the Mountain Loop Highway in the South Fork Stillaguamish watershed, including the slopes of Mt. Pilchuck, our Chapter’s namesake.
Pilchuck Audubon representative: Kathy Johnson
email: forest@pilchuckaudubon.org
Lord Hill Regional Park (LHRP) Bird Survey (2017)
On June 25, 2017, in response to proposed use changes at LHRP, we conducted a single-day bird census to identify the diversity and general abundance of species using the park for breeding, foraging, and refuge in June 2017. The purpose of this survey was to provide relevant data to be used in informing the current LHRP Master Planning process underway at the time by the Snohomish County Parks and Recreation Department.