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American Legion Park of Poulsbo WA

 Kitsap, Poulsbo  No Responses »
Aug 312011
 

American Legion Park Poulsbo, WA

The American Legion Park of Poulsbo Wa is located just off Front Street.  It can also be accessed at the north end of the Boardwalk at the Liberty Bay Park  on the waterfront.

This is a shot of the boardwalk connecting the two parks.  It is a very safe boardwalk and perfectly maintained for accommodating baby strollers, toddlers, walkers of all ages, and even bicycles (except for the overcrowding factor).

This great boardwalk offers an enjoyable view of Liberty Bay.

This photo was taken exiting off the boardwalk into the park.

The biking trails are  especially good for younger riders practicing their skills.

There are several little private beach areas which are wonderful for children or intimate conversations.

Plus there are larger open areas, picnic tables, restroom  and a playground. Birds are abundant here so bird watching would be favorable.

Check out this great little park next time you are looking for something to do in Poulsbo or take a shopping break from the downtown, relax for awhile and have a picnic!

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A Great Wilderness Trail in the Heart of Poulsbo, Wa.

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Feb 202011
 

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Access to the Wilderness Park Trail  is across the street from North Kitsap High School on Caldart, or behind Viking Bank on Hwy. 305.  This incredibly lovely 11.56 acre park is right in the heart of Poulsbo,  but leaves behind concrete sidewalks and honking cars. It is a rugged dirt trail, a regular hiking trail, that makes good walking shoes or boots important.  At this time of year please keep in mind the “mud” factor, because it definitely is a little sloggy.

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I personally like to park at St. Olaf’s Church and walk across the little bridge toward the east to access the trail head.  I believe I am just enchanted by this little bridge plus I enjoy the grassy walk before heading into the woods.

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Immediately one is transported into a wonderful woods with the city left behind.

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Dog Fish Creek flows alongside a lot of the trail and birds abound.

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At several places small bridges have been placed over the creek.DSCN2372.

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This large tree was uprooted this winter in one of our wind storms.  It does not impede upon the trail however, just adding more texture to this rich environment.  Spring will be arriving soon and this park will burst forth with wild flowers and more birds, all for us to enjoy!

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Clear Creek Trail in Silverdale WA

 Kitsap, Silverdale  No Responses »
Sep 232009
 

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The Clear Creek Trail, which is almost 5 miles long, winds through the heart of Silverdale.  My favorite part of the trail begins at the Silverdale Rotary Gateway Park on Silverdale Way.  Just in case you are not familiar with the park it is easily recognized by being the “skateboard park”.  Just park and follow the signs shown above.  Most likely there will be other walkers leading the way.  It is truly an enjoyable outing for all ages and dogs are welcome if leashed, but you must carry and use your doggie bags (which are provided).  It is also quite a popular bike trail.

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The Clear Creek Bike/Pedestrian Trail is a 1.4 mile long, approximately 10 foot wide paved trail winding through open space next to Hwy SR3.  This will be your goal after leaving the parking lot shown in the first photo.

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At this point we took one of the side trails which heads for the wetlands and the boardwalk.  This walk is enjoyable year around. I have walked there in all the seasons and am impressed every single time.  Even in the winter it is exquisite with snow on the grasses, birds everywhere, more solitary peacefulness, and an occasional coyote.  It is truly a wonderful contribution provided by the Clear Creek Task Force.

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Kingston Middle School, a good place to exercise

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Aug 082009
 

Their track is a good place to walk and 4 times around makes a mile.

The newly groomed track at the school is one of the best places to walk. Four times around makes a mile, plus all the bunnies are fun to watch. The side trail off the track goes through the woods to the new high school. Soon the quiet will be gone and it will be buzzing with activity.

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Poulsbo Fish Park a great place to walk

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Jul 182009
 

Rabbit on the trail at Poulsbo Fish Park
Rabbit on the Trail

Last week we went for a walk in Poulsbo Fish park for the first time and it was a pleasant surprise.  Not even five minutes into our walk we ran into a Rabbit on the trail.  He did not seem to mind us and continued to eat and scratch his ears while we took photos.

After watching the rabbit, we walked down to the end of Liberty bay and watched Canadian Geese swiwm single file underneath the over pass.

Canadian Geese, Poulsbo Fish Park

Canadian Geese

Besides the Rabbit and the Canadian Geese, the trails are wide and give you a number of different routes through the park allowing for a multitude of scenic views.  We also enjoyed the board walk through the woods and the spiral trail up a large man made mound that has a bench with different ceramic tiles  that have positive words written on them.  I highly recommend  that if you have not checked out the park, take a break and go for a walk and let me know what you think of Poulsbo’s Fish Park.

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