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Oct. 13, 2025
Explore Accessible Parks: New Commissioner's Corner Video & Upcoming Field Trip
 In this episode of Commissioner's Corner, District #3 Commissioner Katie Walters takes a stroll through Illahee Preserve Heritage Park, where she learns more about how our County Parks are making strides to help everyone enjoy the natural beauty and scenery of Kitsap County.
We're thrilled to announce a new episode of Commissioner's Corner focused on accessible parks in Kitsap County! The video, featuring District #3 Commissioner Katie Walters, Ranae Beeker from the Kitsap County Accessible Communities Advisory Committee (ACAC), and Kitsap Parks Director Alex Wisniewski showcases the wonderful accessible outdoor spaces available throughout our County.
Watch the video on BKAT's YouTube Channel or tune in to BKAT (Comcast Channel 12/Astound Channel 3 or 70) on Mondays at 8:30 p.m. Those without cable can livestream from www.bkat.org.
Join Us for an Accessible-for-All Birding Field Trip!
Put accessible parks into action by joining us for a field trip at Clear Creek Trail in Silverdale on Saturday, Oct. 25 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. This accessible-for-all birding experience is sponsored by Kitsap Audubon in support of Birdability Week (Oct. 20-26) and welcomes birders of all abilities.
Trip leader Lynn Willmott will guide participants on this beautiful accessible trail. Meet at the parking lot next to the Silverdale Dog Park at 11601 Silverdale Way NW. Rain will cancel this event.
To register for this event, visit: https://mobilize.us/s/RPedc8
This event aims to promote community connection and appreciation of our local natural spaces while supporting accessibility for diverse mobility needs.
For questions about the ACAC, contact Ranae Beeker at [email protected] or learn more at https://kcowa.us/acac.
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