A Remembrance

As this issue is going to press, the South King County Group is gearing up for another strenuous battle wth invasive ivy and Scotch broom along the Soos Creek Trail in Kent. One of our most faithful members will be missing this time. Dian Alyea died in February after a long, hard fight against multiple myeloma cancer.

Dian was an active member of our group, attending meetings despite her late work hours. After becoming sick, she was still eager to participate to her fullest, grubbing our ivy, when she felt strong enough, staffing the sign-in/snack table, and cheering on the rest of us when the disease and its treatment did their dirtiest work. Always an outdoor person, Dian spent as much time as she could with family, friends, Maggie (her dog), or alone, enjoying the peace and calm that only nature provides. As we continue our efforts to bring beauty and harmony to our local trail, we will miss Dian and remember her loving kindness, friendly support, and ready smile.

Thank you, Dian, for caring so much about our natural environment and for adding so much to all our lives.

Upcoming Activites and Actions

On Wednesday, July 1, the South King County Group will hold its annual Summer Solstice Potluck at Soos Creek Park. Following the potluck, we will take advantage of the long, warm evening and take a leisurely stroll along the trail. Two of our bird enthusiasts, Mark Johnston and Dan Streiffert, will serve as guides to the wondrous array of birds that often frequent the trail.