A Report from Temple Cummins On Saturday the 16th Dana and Dudley Doss met up to partake in the coastal cleanup. Our beach had metal pieces and buoys that we removed with the help of the Dungeness refuge Ranger Gary and his buggy and trailer. It was very foggy that morning, entering the creek we … Continue reading Fire on the Ridge
Drought Declaration and Burn Ban
The following notice is from Clallam Conservation District On Monday, July 24, 2023, the Governor declared a drought for Clallam County. Record high temperatures during the month of May led to a rapidly depleted snowpack which contributes to extremely low streamflow conditions for returning ESA-listed fish such as Chinook salmon, steelhead trout, and bull trout. … Continue reading Drought Declaration and Burn Ban
MOVING SALE!
The Riggins are having a moving sale! Friday and Saturday (21-22 July)10 am to 3 pm213 Mariners Point Road
Photos Galore and a Mystery Solved
The Gallery is Growing We want to share the news about all the new photos that have just been added to MCROA.org. The new Gardens album is off to a great start with gorgeous photos from Char Reeves, Kathy Smith, Paula West and Karen Hancock. This album is a work in progress, so we'll be … Continue reading Photos Galore and a Mystery Solved
Help Solve this Mystery
Two photos for the website were recently submitted with an unsigned, cryptic message from a strange email address. A reply to said email with query about the source remains unanswered. Do you recognize this location? Who is the Mystery Photographer? If you have any clues, let us know! We love getting photos for the website … Continue reading Help Solve this Mystery
MCROA 4th of July Potluck Update
Gather around, everyone! We are excited to invite you to the MCROA 4th of July Potluck on July 4, 2023 at 12:00 pm! Come out to celebrate Independence Day with your friends and family, and enjoy a delicious meal. Hot dogs and hamburgers will be provided. Bring your favorite dish to share and please let … Continue reading MCROA 4th of July Potluck Update
Bridge Repair
We have a photo to follow up Temple Cummins' status report at the Annual Meeting. The middle section of the bridge was replaced April 22 after one of the logs rotted out. A new log was floated into place and four foot wide rough cut cedar laid on top. With the wider planks it's much … Continue reading Bridge Repair
Fire Protection for our Creek Access
The entire west boundary of our community, owned by our HOA and called Tract A, borders McDonnel Creek and is a wooded retreat for all of us. But being thick with trees and other foliage, it is vulnerable to fire. You may have noticed our budget includes an annual fee to the Department of Natural … Continue reading Fire Protection for our Creek Access
You Answered The Call
We sent out a request for volunteers and you came! Last Saturday's work party to trim the poplar trees along Cameron Road was an amazing success. A huge thank you goes out to the Commons Committee for planning and organizing this community work day! And a huge thank you to the seventeen volunteers who showed … Continue reading You Answered The Call
Are you coming?
Friendly reminder about the tree trimming work party tomorrow, Saturday February 11. Meet up at the poplars on Cameron Road at 10 am. Bring your tools and safety gear. We hope to see you there!
Celebrating Fall With Friends
MCROA members gathered for a social at the Olympic Universal Unitarian Fellowship on October 15. It was a beautiful, sunny day to reconnect with neighbors, share an amazing variety of delicious foods, and raise a glass of draft beer (or water) to toast Dorothy Richardson, who turns 90 this month. Ilse Osier was in the … Continue reading Celebrating Fall With Friends
A Fall Gathering
The start of a new season is upon us! To welcome in the autumn, several members have been planning a community potluck gathering on Saturday, October 15, from noon to 3 pm, at the Unitarian Church on Barr Road.An invitation will be mailed to everyone soon with all the details.The Association is providing Bratwurst and … Continue reading A Fall Gathering
Website Redesign News
We've been working to improve your web experience at MCROA.org. The Gallery has been redesigned for a more organized presentation of the delightful images taken around the neighborhood. As subscribers to the Blog, you are among the first to know. Your feedback is appreciated and, of course, we want to know if you experience any … Continue reading Website Redesign News
To Drive or Not to Drive, That is the Question
The newly repaired surface of Seaward Drive needs time to harden and cure. Until July 15, when driving on Seaward Drive:1. Please drive slowly. 15 MPH is the recommended speed limit.2. Avoid driving heavy vehicles on it as much as possible. Avoid driving in a manner that disturbs the road surface:1. Avoid quick stops and … Continue reading To Drive or Not to Drive, That is the Question