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CTV News
22-05-2025
- Politics
- CTV News
Vancouver Island land returned to Lyackson First Nation and Cowichan Tribes
The Knowledge Totem pole carved by Coast Salish artist Cicero August and his sons Darrell and Doug August of the Cowichan Tribes stands tall on the front lawn of the legislature at Victoria, B.C., on May 8, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chad Hipolito
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Yahoo
The Pacific Northwest county primed for adventure lovers
Between the skyscrapers of Seattle and the wilds of the Olympic National Park you'll find Washington's Kitsap Peninsula, a waterfront spot that stretches across 375 miles of coastline. Aside from its tranquil natural beauty, this area offers a long list of adventures — from bioluminescent kayaking and forest hikes to art galleries and beer festivals, there's more than enough variety to keep you entertained. If you're passing though Seattle for the 2026 FIFA events — or simply to experience one of the US's greatest cities — consider tagging on a visit to this beguiling region in the Puget Sound. Here's how to make the most of it. Think national park adventures, Indigenous sites, museums, art galleries and more. By day, fill your itinerary with experiences in Kitsap's great outdoors. Watch for orcas and collect sea glass at Point No Point County Park, catching reflections of Mount Rainier in the water. Also at the northern end of Kitsap, Port Gamble Forest Heritage Park — where locals are restoring former timber-company land — offers an idyllic spot for mountain biking. Follow the coastline southwest to go for a hike in the Guillemot Cove Nature Reserve, where you should keep an eye out for the iconic 'stump house', a large hollowed out Western Red Cedar stump that was fitted with a door, windows and a roof some time in the late 19th or early 20th century. Alternatively, stay busy with cultural attractions. It takes around an hour to drive south from Port Gamble (home to colourful Maine-inspired architecture) to Bremerton, and en route there is much to discover. You can visit Chief Seattle's grave at the Suquamish Tribal Cemetery and learn about Coast Salish heritage at the Suquamish Museum or, for a slice of small town life, explore the many shops, cafes, bakeries and galleries in Norway-inspired Poulsbo. For military history, tour Keyport's US Naval Undersea Museum to discover the area's role in the evolution of submarine technology. Bremerton itself offers a more artsy vibe — catch a show at the Bremerton Roxy or the Admiral Theatre and explore the Kitsap History Museum. If time allows, venture over to the incomparable Olympic National Park. There, you'll find ancient forests, rocky beaches and the wild, verdant slopes of Mount Olympus, all about an hour's drive from Port Gamble. Once night falls, be sure to get back on the peninsula. Head to the Olympic Outdoor Center, where you can paddle through bioluminescent algae on the Kitsap Peninsula Water Trail — the etheral glow puts the lights of Seattle to shame. Stick to the local classics — that is, fresh seafood and a pint — or try something completely new. Kitsap is loaded with fabulous dining options morning, noon and night. For breakfast, take your pick of bakeries and cafes, like Poulsbo's famous Sluys Bakery — if nothing else, be sure to step in for a whiff and to eye the towering pastry displays in the window. Bremerton's creative Cafe Corvo, Manette's Saboteur Bakery and Silverdale's Oak Table will also keep you both cosy and caffeinated. For lunch, nowhere beats Butcher & Baker in Port Gamble, famous for its pimento cheese fried-chicken sandwiches, housemade cheesecakes and the views across the water. For dinner, pick your passion: American South-inspired, elevated fare at Restaurant Lola, a Black-owned local fave; Poulsbo's Molly Ward Gardens, where you can dine amid antiques and wildflowers; Kingston's Sourdough Willy's, where the sourdough starter has been bubbling for 127 years; Port Orchard's Holy Water, where cafe grub gets served up in an old-school church; or Bremerton's hip, eclectic Hound + Bottle, a spot that feels every bit a neighbourhood restaurant. After dark, head on over to Grumble & Wine, Tracyton Public House or The Kingston Ale House for some of the Pacific Northwest's best signature brews. Choose between cosy farmstays, Nordic-inspired digs, waterfront accommodations and everything in between. At approximately 600sq miles, the Kitsap Peninsula is roughly the same size as London. Which is to say there are plenty of accommodation options. In downtown Poulsbo — known as 'Little Norway', thanks to the fjord-like Liberty Bay — boutique hotels and charming B&Bs like Hotel Scandi place you steps from waterfront dining and Scandinavian-inspired shops. Kingston and Bremerton offer waterfront holiday rentals, perfect for families or extended stays, many with small private beaches and boat docks. For example, the Marina Square Suites are situated between the ferry terminal and marina in downtown Bremerton — from here, you can catch a 30-minute ferry ride to Seattle or go on a paddleboarding, kayaking or sailing adventure. For nature enthusiasts, campsites at Illahee State Park and Scenic Beach State Park allow you to sleep amid enormous Douglas firs and near the water. Or, for those who prefer to bed down in luxury, there's the Black Crane Treehouse and Raspberry Ridge Farm, both of which provide the seclusion and flexibility of a self-catered space. Mark your calendar for the region's best events — or visit whenever the mood strikes. With mild winters and less rain than Seattle, there's no bad time to explore the Kitsap Peninsula. May through October offers especially excellent weather, perfect for morning hikes or late-night paddles. Spring and fall are milder, but with smaller crowds in the big-ticket attractions like the Olympic National Park. Keep in mind, though, that the Olympics hit elevations of around 7,900ft, so be prepared for changing weather and snow at higher elevations. As for events, time your visit during the annual Chief Seattle Days to celebrate the region's Indigenous community (August), taste the glories of the Bremerton Blackberry Festival (September), experience Viking Fest in Poulsbo (May), or catch FIFA World Cup and World Club Cup events in nearby Seattle (summer 2026). This paid content article was created for the Greater Kitsap Chamber & Visitor Center. It does not necessarily reflect the views of National Geographic, National Geographic Traveller (UK) or their editorial staffs. To subscribe to National Geographic Traveller (UK) magazine click here. (Available in select countries only).
Vancouver Sun
16-05-2025
- Science
- Vancouver Sun
5 things to know about B.C.'s long-extinct Coast Salish Woolly Dog
Long gone from existence, the Coast Salish Woolly Dog is brought back to life in the pages of a new book: The Teachings of Mutton: A Coast Salish Woolly Dog. Rich with stories from Musqueam, Squamish, Stó:lō, Suquamish, Cowichan , Katzie, Snuneymuxw, and Skokomish cultures, the book highlights the story of the animal whose coat was used by Indigenous weavers to craft blankets and other woven items. Co-authored by Liz Hammond-Kaarremaa with weavers, knowledge keepers and elders, the book comes out May 25. Hammond-Kaarremaa, along with a number of Coast Salish contributors to the tome, will be doing readings at the VPL Central Branch on June 4 at 7 p.m. and the Museum of Anthropology on June 5 at 7 p.m. Get top headlines and gossip from the world of celebrity and entertainment. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Sun Spots will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. What is a Coast Salish Woolly Dog? The Coast Salish Woolly Dog, or sqʷəmey̓ in the Hul'q'umi'num (a traditional Coast Salish language), was a small-to-medium-sized dog that was bred for its woolly fibres, which Indigenous weavers wove into traditional blankets, robes and regalia. The dogs lived throughout B.C. but mostly on Vancouver Island and the Puget Sound area of Washington state. How far back does the Coast Salish Woolly Dog go? Word in the scientific world is the dogs were developed as a breed before European contact in this part of the world. The oldest remains of the Coast Salish Woolly Dog were found in Puget Sound and the Strait of Georgia, and date from 4,000 years ago. Who is Mutton? In 2000, the pelt of a dog was discovered in a drawer at the Smithsonian in Washington, D.C. The pelt, it turns out, was from a Coast Salish Woolly Dog named Mutton and it had been donated to the institution in 1859 by ethnographer George Gibbs who worked on the Northwest Boundary Survey expedition (1857-61) that mapped the land between B.C. and the U.S. What is a modern breed that resembles the Coast Salish Woolly Dog? The Coast Salish Woolly Dog would have most resembled the modern-day Spitz breed. The two share a small-to-medium build, with thick ivory-white hair, pointed ears and a curly tail. What happened to the breed? Colonization happened and the dog population declined in the 19th century, and then pretty much disappeared by the early 1900s. A simplified answer to the decline was that during colonization sheep wool blankets were introduced and basically put the woolly dogs out of work. But scholars also say contributing to their extinction was the welfare of the caretakers of the dogs as things like disease, cultural disruption and displacement wreaked havoc on Indigenous communities.
Vancouver Sun
16-05-2025
- Science
- Vancouver Sun
5 things to know about the Coast Salish Woolly Dog
Long gone from existence, the Coast Salish Woolly Dog is brought back to life in the pages of a new book: The Teachings of Mutton: A Coast Salish Woolly Dog. Rich with stories from Musqueam, Squamish, Stó:lō, Suquamish, Cowichan , Katzie, Snuneymuxw, and Skokomish cultures, the book highlights the story of the animal whose coat was used by Indigenous weavers to craft blankets and other woven items. Co-authored by Liz Hammond-Kaarremaa with weavers, knowledge keepers and elders, the book comes out May 25. Hammond-Kaarremaa, along with a number of Coast Salish contributors to the tome, will be doing readings at the VPL Central Branch on June 4 at 7 p.m. and the Museum of Anthropology on June 5 at 7 p.m. Get top headlines and gossip from the world of celebrity and entertainment. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Sun Spots will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. What is a Coast Salish Woolly Dog? The Coast Salish Woolly Dog, or sqʷəmey̓ in the Hul'q'umi'num (a traditional Coast Salish language), was a small-to-medium-sized dog that was bred for its woolly fibres, which Indigenous weavers wove into traditional blankets, robes and regalia. The dogs lived throughout B.C. but mostly on Vancouver Island and the Puget Sound area of Washington state. How far back does the Coast Salish Woolly Dog go? Word in the scientific world is the dogs were developed as a breed before European contact in this part of the world. The oldest remains of the Coast Salish Woolly Dog were found in Puget Sound and the Strait of Georgia, and date from 4,000 years ago. Who is Mutton? In 2000, the pelt of a dog was discovered in a drawer at the Smithsonian in Washington, D.C. The pelt, it turns out, was from a Coast Salish Woolly Dog named Mutton and it had been donated to the institution in 1859 by ethnographer George Gibbs who worked on the Northwest Boundary Survey expedition (1857-61) that mapped the land between B.C. and the U.S. What is a modern breed that resembles the Coast Salish Woolly Dog? The Coast Salish Woolly Dog would have most resembled the modern-day Spitz breed. The two share a small-to-medium build, with thick ivory-white hair, pointed ears and a curly tail. What happened to the breed? Colonization happened and the dog population declined in the 19th century, and then pretty much disappeared by the early 1900s. A simplified answer to the decline was that during colonization sheep wool blankets were introduced and basically put the woolly dogs out of work. But scholars also say contributing to their extinction was the welfare of the caretakers of the dogs as things like disease, cultural disruption and displacement wreaked havoc on Indigenous communities.
Calgary Herald
16-05-2025
- Science
- Calgary Herald
5 things to know about the Coast Salish Woolly Dog
Article content Long gone from existence, the Coast Salish Woolly Dog is brought back to life in the pages of a new book: The Teachings of Mutton: A Coast Salish Woolly Dog. Article content Rich with stories from Musqueam, Squamish, Stó:lō, Suquamish, Cowichan, Katzie, Snuneymuxw, and Skokomish cultures, the book highlights the story of the animal whose coat was used by Indigenous weavers to craft blankets and other woven items. Article content Article content Co-authored by Liz Hammond-Kaarremaa with weavers, knowledge keepers and elders, the book comes out May 25. Hammond-Kaarremaa, along with a number of Coast Salish contributors to the tome, will be doing readings at the VPL Central Branch on June 4 at 7 p.m. and the Museum of Anthropology on June 5 at 7 p.m. Article content Article content Article content The Coast Salish Woolly Dog, or sqʷəmey̓ in the Hul'q'umi'num (a traditional Coast Salish language), was a small-to-medium-sized dog that was bred for its woolly fibres, which Indigenous weavers wove into traditional blankets, robes and regalia. The dogs lived throughout B.C. but mostly on Vancouver Island and the Puget Sound area of Washington state. Article content Word in the scientific world is the dogs were developed as a breed before European contact in this part of the world. The oldest remains of the Coast Salish Woolly Dog were found in Puget Sound and the Strait of Georgia, and date from 4,000 years ago. Article content Article content In 2000, the pelt of a dog was discovered in a drawer at the Smithsonian in Washington, D.C. The pelt, it turns out, was from a Coast Salish Woolly Dog named Mutton and it had been donated to the institution in 1859 by ethnographer George Gibbs who worked on the Northwest Boundary Survey expedition (1857-61) that mapped the land between B.C. and the U.S. Article content The Coast Salish Woolly Dog would have most resembled the modern-day Spitz breed. The two share a small-to-medium build, with thick ivory-white hair, pointed ears and a curly tail. Article content Article content What happened to the breed? Colonization happened and the dog population declined in the 19th century, and then pretty much disappeared by the early 1900s. A simplified answer to the decline was that during colonization sheep wool blankets were introduced and basically put the woolly dogs out of work. But scholars also say contributing to their extinction was the welfare of the caretakers of the dogs as things like disease, cultural disruption and displacement wreaked havoc on Indigenous communities. Article content Article content
