Missoula Lodge Visit

We had the opportunity last fall to stop by and get a guided tour of the fishing lodge we did for Ron and Kathy Clausen on the Blackfoot River near Missoula. What a spot on some of the finest fly fishing in the world! It was such a pleasure seeing how they brought together an interior design package that created the feeling we all had about what this could become in the design and construction phases.

  Kathy did an especially nice job of matching classic Montana furniture pieces like the wagon wheel bar stools, rustic dining table and chairs and beautiful wildlife and cowboy art in each of the spectacular rooms.  Of course none of this would have been possible without Bruce Hover, master-builder extraordinaire, who bought all of the visions to reality and surprise with his abilities to bring nature into his buildings. What started as a "Tree Room" idea in a sketch became what you see here largely through Bruces talent and knowing how things fit into the design as a whole.

   

Jason McLennan Influence?

Even though Jason McLennan brought his message of a Regenerative Future to us almost two weeks ago his influence is still present. Present in a number of community planning issues like the recently published vision of the Salish Village and  the Combined Sewer Overflow debate, his ideas have us thinking more deeply about a "living" future for our community.

We have recieved many favorable comments about Jasons presentation including those from community leaders, builders and concerned citizens.

Without exception all who attended this event agree Jason MUST make a return visit to Port Angeles. We are hoping he will bring his beautiful family back with him next time. 

Thank you Jason.                       

                                                    Stuart Bonney AIA LEED AP introduces Jason at the Little Theater.

Seen around...CPI BBQ, Jags and Killer Whale

Here are some shots from goings on during another beautiful week of weather here in Port of Angels.

Thank you CPI for your generous contribution of internet service to the Center for Community Design. Yes, that's Craig Johnson and CPI staff putting on their annual BBQ. Wonderful as always? Thanks Craig for inviting us and all the dignitaries. Yes, that's Kent Myers looking Hollywood and Glenn Cutler in disguise. Perfectly prepared plates in foreground are Carol's (left) and Mike's (right). Notice unconventional but creative use of hotdog bun for brisket sandwich.

From my view of the ferry dock I noticed Jaguars appear on their way to prowl in Victoria. Here's one of only 300 that were made to replace the E-Type...both with 12 growling cylinders.

Finally, a stop by at the carving shed at Jamestown S'KlallamTribe center found Dale Faulstich with the ready-to-install Killer Whale for the front of the Community Center/Clinic. We had planned this together 5 years ago. It's great to see another vision come to pass and adorn their Tribal Center. Great work Dale and crew.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

Paddle Journey Arrives in P.A.

Pullers on this leg of the Paddle Journey to Makah 2010 arrived in Port Angeles today and were greeted by host Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe at Hollywood Beach. A large crowd gathered throughout the afternoon to welcome these youthful, but tired and hungry canoe "families". Off they all went to the Tribal Center to be congratulated, encouraged, rested and fed in preparation for the final two more days before arriving at Neah Bay, "the Beginning of the World".

Elwha Klallam Heritage Center Opening

Amid the ceremonial drumming, songs, ribbon cutting and expressions of gratitude, the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe officially opened their Heritage Center yesterday.

The weather was perfect and the overall feeling of community and healing was experienced by all who attended. Thanks to the drumming circle for giving the Great Hall its first serious acoustical test. It passed with flying colors!