Camano Action for a Rural Environment is a group of Camano Island residents who care deeply about the future of the island and are working to preserve the rural character. CARE projects over the past 10-15 years have included protection of our sole-source aquifer, promotion of responsible land use, encouraging good stewardship, and preservation of the integrity of our natural habitat.

This is not easy, and recent battles have drained the coffers.  CARE needs financial support from the community to continue its efforts to keep this the paradise that we have come to love.  We have recently switched from being reactive to developments that may damage the island's rural character to being proactive in influencing County regulations that affect our quality of life.

In the past year, this has involved considerable legal fees and other expenses, and we are looking to our fellow islanders for help.  CARE is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.  Please send your tax-deductible contribution to:

 
Donations of any amount are welcome, or you can choose from these levels:

• $50 - Island Steward
• $100 - Island Champion
• $250 - Island Defender
• $500 - Island Advocate
• $1000 - Island Crusader
• $         - Island Guardian

If you would like to be on the allhands mailing list, please let us know along with your contribution.  We hold monthly meetings, need help with letter-writing and hearing attendance, and can always use more hands at fund-raising events.  If you have time and energy to contribute, please include a note or email the This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .   

A Taste of Camano - February 28!

C.A.R.E. is pleased to announce our first annual fundraiser, A Taste of Camano, which will be held on February 28, 2009 between 6:00 PM-9:00 PM at Brindles Bistro, 848 N Sunrise Blvd. (Terry's Corner), Camano Island, WA.

Featured are various tastings, including wine, artisan cheeses and other local delicacies. Several Chefs, including Brindles' chef Greg McCammond, will show their culinary skills. Meet the winemakers, cheese makers, and chefs.  The event will be highlighted by live music, a silent auction and raffle.

The guest list is limited for this rare opportunity. Tickets are $50.00 per person and may be purchased by calling Tammy Finn, 360 387-3356, Joan Schrammeck at 360 387-9589 or at Brindles (360) 722-7480.

Proceeds will benefit the continuation of C.A.R.E.'s efforts.

Major Sponsor for the Fundraiser is Brindles Bistro.

Having been in business since 2004, Brindles currently features Creative Cuisine with an international flair. Chef Greg McCammond includes local quality products in preparing his menus.  Brindles also provides the local community a place to gather with a venue for a positive wine experience and purchasing of hard-to-find and small-case-lot wines from Washington and around the world.

Music is also available on most Fridays and Saturday nights. Brindles also has take out menus and specializes in Catering events, cooking classes, and wine and food pairing events.