Community Talk: Land Conservation in the San Juans (Friday Harbor)

Why and how do we conserve land in the San Juans?

Join us for a public lecture that explores the why and how of land conservation in the islands. Together we’ll look at the reasons conservation matters for our communities, how the San Juan Preservation Trust decides which properties to protect, and how this work happens through partnerships, land acquisitions, and community support.

The lecture will also provide a closer look at our newest project — the 30-acre Mt. Ben West Preserve on San Juan Island. This acquisition will connect existing protected lands and create the opportunity for a future public trail system stretching from the shores of the Salish Sea to the summit of Mt. Ben.

Light snacks, beverages, and hors d’oeuvres will be provided!

About Our Presenter

We are delighted to have this talk led by one of our conservation experts, Kathleen Lewis.

Kathleen Lewis has been with the San Juan Preservation Trust since 2005. As Director of Special Projects, she leads species recovery efforts for the Western Bluebird and Island Marble Butterfly, and played a key role in securing several conservation easements that now protect properties and public preserves throughout the San Juan Islands. 

Event Details

Date: Friday, November 14, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: San Juan Island Grange, 152 First St N, Friday Harbor WA 

RSVP: Please register early to secure your spot!

Questions? Please reach out to us at info@sjpt.org.

Please Note:

All participants are required to sign an SJPT liability waiver. Please ensure that everyone you register, including yourself, has filled out our online waiver in English or en Español (this is a required part of the registration process).
(Todos los participantes deben firmar una exención de responsabilidad del SJPT. Asegúrese de que todas las personas que registre, incluido usted mismo, hayan completado nuestra exención en línea en inglés o en español requerido como parte del proceso de registro).