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Vashon Island Events: Introducing the Vashon Green Map~ Vashon Island Real Estate
Vashon’s Social Ecology Education and Demonstration School (SEEDS) has completed its work on the online Vashon Green Map, identifying community natural resources, cultural resources and green living resources. The Green Map System uses a set of universally recognized icons that have been developed collaboratively since 1995 and are active in 475 cities and 54 countries. SEEDS begain its first phase of the program at the Vashon Farmers Market on the Village Green on August 23, 2008.
The online maps are interactive and open to an array of uses. Bob Spivey, a member of the developing committee, notes that one idea has been to create a sub-map of land available for farming / gardening on Vashon for residents who may otherwise not have access to land. A key feature of the map is that site visitors may nominate sites that do not yet appear on the map, as well as sites they may wish to see on Vashon in the future.
Developers will be at the Farmers Market in early May to collect suggestions for the future development of the map. Donations to off set printing costs are appreciated.
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Add comment April 23, 2009
Interactive Vashon Map
This interactive map is a useful tool for visually locating destinations by their location on Vashon Island. You’ll find lots of helpful information on everything from Art to Yoga. A great way to plan your next visit to Vashon or find a resource if you’re a Vashon neighbor.
You’ll be surprised by just how much is happening on our little island with just 11,000 residents. Vashon boasts an eclectic offering of talented individuals which makes life on our Island truly distinct from the urban pace of Seattle just a few minutes away.
Add comment October 29, 2008
Vashon Vacation Rentals
For an unforgettable vacation, retreat or family reunion, why not try the Point Robinson Light House Keeper’s Quarters or Assistant Keeper’s Quarters? Both homes are waterfront with an incredible view of Puget Sound, the shipping lanes, the historic operating lighthouse and access to one of the nicest sandy beaches in the region. Contact the Vashon Park District for rates and availability.
Add comment October 9, 2008
Vashon Island Lodgings
Vashon Island hosts more than 40 lodgings. From vacation rentals and guest houses to inns and B&Bs, some are entire houses to rent, parts of a house or rooms in a house. For more information click here.
Add comment October 9, 2008
Vashon-Maury Island Heritage Museum
Vintage photo of the old Vashon Island ferry dock
The Vashon-Maury Island Heritage Museum is located at 10105 Bank Road in the town of Vashon. The building was originally a Lutheran Church built in 1907 and subsequently used as the home for Vashon Allied Arts and the Vashon Children’s Centre. The Museum houses a permanent exhibit, periodic special exhibits, a History Resource Room, and an extensive archive of island photographs and other materials.
The Heritage Museum is open on Wednesday’s from 1:00-3:00 pm and on Saturdays from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm.
Add comment September 10, 2008
Vashon-Maury Island Park Guide & Map
Vashon Island Recreation Map
King County has created a wonderful map and guide to the abundant natural lands of our Island. You can download a full-sized map as a PDF by clicking here.
This recreation map was created to promote outdoor opportunities available on Vashon-Maury Island. The map includes topographic detail to help users see the bluffs and stream systems in the area, while the guide includes a recreation chart for parks and facilities, photographs for a number of sites and descriptive text for things to see and do.
Hot Tip: You can buy a copy of Walks, Trails and Parks on Vashon Island by John H.Gerstle and Susan G. Sullivan at the Vashon Island Pharmacy for an insider’s guide to great walks on Vashon and Maury Islands.
Add comment August 28, 2008
Vashon Public Library
Vashon Library
17210 Vashon Hwy. S.W., Vashon Island, 98070
206-463-2069
Browse the catalog and reserve books
Hours & Directions
Programs, Classes & Events
Children’s Resources
The Vashon Library is located on Vashon Island in Puget Sound, Washington state. It offers a wide range of educational and recreational resources for all ages. The collection includes a selection of books, large print titles, books on tape, magazines, compact discs, cassettes and videos. The library also offers free public programming which includes programs for school age children.
Add comment October 29, 2007
