The Forest Stewardship and Restoration Program works to ensure the long-term health of the forests on Kitsap County parks by moving forest habitats, compositions, and structures toward desired conditions that include large trees and high-quality habitats.
Thank You for Participating in the Forest Stewardship & Restoration Program Events
Kitsap County Parks extends our sincere thanks to everyone who attended the Forest Stewardship & Restoration Open Houses and Site Visits held across each Commissioner District. Your interest and participation help support the long-term health and sustainability of our park forests.
The Forest Stewardship and Restoration Program is designed to move forest habitats toward more resilient and diverse conditions, including the development of large trees and high-quality wildlife habitat. Community engagement plays a vital role in shaping these efforts.
The public feedback period was open from June 23 through August 4, 2025, and is now closed. If you were unable to attend or would like to revisit the materials, the presentation remains available for viewing:
To review the presentation, please visit this page.
We look forward to continuing the conversation with our community and sharing more about the program’s planning efforts and implementation strategies.
Board Review of County Forest Stewardship and Restoration Practices Aug. 20
The Kitsap County Board of Commissioners reviewed extensive community feedback about the county's Forest Stewardship and Restoration Practices during their August 20th meeting. Following six public meetings across all districts and a formal survey period, commissioners will consider community input before providing direction on forest management practices county-wide.
The practices provide guidance for science-based forest stewardship across multiple county parks over the next 10 years. While most communities expressed support for the practices, one park location generated detailed discussion about implementation approaches.
No final decisions have been made regarding forest stewardship activities at any parks. The current plan provides high-level guidance, with extensive additional planning and community engagement required before any implementation.
To learn more about your Commissioner District, visit the Commissioner District Map.
For more information about the Forest Stewardship and Restoration Program, please contact us at parks@kitsap.gov.
Thank you for your continued interest and support as we work to restore and steward Kitsap County’s forested parks for generations to come.
