(first airdate: August 3, 2016) Cris Wilson interviews Daniel Winkler, an ecologist author who travels the world helping others discover the delight of mushroom hunting. From truffles to cordyceps and everything in between!
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Compass for the Week of August 1, 2016
This week, in a special, two-part extended edition of KPTZ Compass, we attend a story-telling session at the 10th Anniversary Picnic Potluck for Local 20/20, a grassroots organization that over the past decade has worked on building sustainability and economic resilience for Port Townsend and beyond from every angle they could think of.
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#68 Kim Hunt
(first airdate: August 2, 2016) A NEW PARK FOR SPARKY THE WONDER HORSE (& FRIENDS) Our Town Host Maryanne McNellis interviews Kim Hunt, board member of the Jefferson Equestrian Association. The group just received approval for Jefferson County’s first horse park. Like many others, Hunt currently rides her horse Spartacus (aka Sparky) along the Larry Scott Trail. The talented and considerate Sparky has been trained to step off the trail and into the bush when he needs to relieve himself. Hikers rejoice! The new park will be open to all – no horse required.
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Nature Now #270 Fort Townsend Shore Changes
(first aired July 27, 2016). Host Mary Robson interviews Cheryl Lowe of WSU and discusses Fort Townsend shoreline changes. Closing music is “Changing,” performed by Harry Pane.
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Compass for the Week of July 25, 2016
It was almost exactly a year ago that the Compass paid a visit to the last living legitimate resident of the forbidden paradise of Protection Island. This week on the Compass we revisit that adventure.
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Nature Now #269 – Celebrating the Diversity of the Olympic Peninsula
(first aired July 20, 2016). Host Debaran Kelso welcomes regular contributor and remarkable naturalist Dr. Fred Sharpe to discuss the amazing diversity of the Olympic Peninsula. Closing music is “Loose in Belarus,” performed by Prairie Fire.
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League of Women Voters Forum #2 – PUD Commissioner
(first airdate: July 21, 2016) During this League of Women Voters Forum, Fred Obee hosts a public forum featuring Barney Burke (incumbent) and Jeff Randall, candidates for Public Utility District commissioner.
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League of Women Voters Forum #1 – 24th Dist. Senate Race
(first airdate: July 19, 2016) During this League of Women Voters Forum, Fred Obee hosts a public forum featuring Kevin Van de Wege and Danille Turissini, candidates for the Washington State Senate 24th District race.
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#67 Andy Okinczyc
(first airdate: July 19, 2016) WAVING THE FLAG DOWN AT THE LEGION HALL. Our Town Host Maryanne McNellis interviews Andy Okinczyc, the new Commander of Port Townsend’s American Legion Post. It’s much more than a social club. The legion plays a vital role in assisting Vets with the VA. Other activities include the Winter Shelter for the homeless; a vibrant scholarship program and support for Boys State and the Scout Park.
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#107 Habitat for Humanity
(first airdate: July 19, 2016) A look into how Habitat has helped our community. Host Emily Henry.
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