ENVIRONMENT, NEWS

Sea Breeze Lake: A Living Refuge for Wildlife in Surfside, Washington

Michael Chevalier

Nestled along the coast of Surfside, Washington, Sea Breeze Lake is far more than a quiet neighborhood water feature—it is a thriving ecological refuge, supporting a rich web of wildlife that depends on its waters, shorelines, and surrounding tree canopy. A Sanctuary for Migratory Birds Sea Breeze Lake and its interconnected canal system serve as a vital stopover and seasonal home for migratory birds traveling along the Pacific Flyway. These waters provide food, shelter, and safe resting areas for species that rely on coastal ecosystems during long migrations. Throughout the year, the lake hosts a wide variety of waterfowl and … Continue reading Sea Breeze Lake: A Living Refuge for Wildlife in Surfside, Washington

ENVIRONMENT, NEWS, TREES

How Tree Canopy Protects Communities from Flooding in an Era of Intensifying Atmospheric Rivers

Michael Chevalier

Across the Pacific Northwest, communities are facing a future shaped by stronger and more frequent atmospheric river (AR) events—long, narrow bands of moisture that deliver intense rainfall over short periods. These storms, increasingly amplified by climate change, are now recognized … Continue reading How Tree Canopy Protects Communities from Flooding in an Era of Intensifying Atmospheric Rivers

ENVIRONMENT, NEWS, TREES

The Price of a Tree: How the Board Measures Value in terms of removing tre es, Not the environmental benefits

Michael Chevalier

In Annette’s blog post she claims I asserted. Tree covenants enforcement Does not promote removing trees that the boards preservation members argue are cheap to cut down (would like to know where this quote comes from). Mean that those that … Continue reading The Price of a Tree: How the Board Measures Value in terms of removing tre es, Not the environmental benefits

NEWS

Microplastics in Oceans and the Ocean’s Carbon Balance: A Hidden Climate Threat

Michael Chevalier

Microplastics—tiny plastic fragments less than five millimeters in size—have become one of the most pervasive pollutants on Earth. Once considered primarily a marine debris issue, they are now understood to be a far more complex environmental threat, with implications that … Continue reading Microplastics in Oceans and the Ocean’s Carbon Balance: A Hidden Climate Threat