Get ready for an unforgettable summer evening at LandFest, Jefferson Land Trust’s annual fundraising dinner — this year with a fresh twist at the stunning Quilcene Lantern! This lush 53-acre property, protected permanently by the Land Trust in late 2018, is not only a venue and local hub for performing arts, it’s also home to vital wildlife habitat and helps to protect the water quality of the north Hood Canal.
The beautiful Quilcene Lantern. Photo courtesy of the Quilcene Lantern.
We’ll enjoy a mouthwatering feast with all the fixings from Mo-Chilli BBQ, sip on Marrowstone Vineyards wine, Chimacum Valley Grainery beer, and Finnriver cider, and savor hors d’oeuvres and desserts crafted with fresh local ingredients by Chef Dan Ratigan and his team from the Fireside Restaurant at the Resort at Port Ludlow.
Our special guest speakers Loni Greninger (Director of Culture and Vice-Chair, Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe), Scott Freeman (author, educator, forest owner, and co-founder of the Jefferson Timber Collective), and Hazel Windstorm (local student) will inspire us with their reflections on the importance of the land in our lives, and for the future of our community.
Then, after dinner, we’ll kick up our heels at a lively barn dance! Regional favorite Sweater Weather String Band will keep your toes tapping, with veteran dance caller David Thielk leading the way. No experience needed — just bring your dancing shoes and a spirit of fun!
Come for the food, friends, and festivity, and stay to support community-driven conservation that keeps our landscapes, wildlife, and community thriving — both now and for generations to come.
Stay tuned for more details and be sure to save the evening of Thursday, July 24 on your calendar! We hope you’ll join us.
Volunteer Amanda Milholland passing appetizers at LandFest 2023.
Each summer, LandFest celebrates the land and the people who love it, and it takes many volunteers to make this festive event run smoothly! Roles include greeting guests, serving dinner, directing parking, and more. If you’re interested in volunteering, please email Ric Brewer at rbrewer[at]saveland.org or call him at 360.379.9501 x112.
Interested in becoming a sponsor for LandFest? Sign up early to be included in all event promotion activities, ensuring you get the maximum impact from your sponsorship. More than 300 community members join us annually for this event. Together, with your partnership, we can protect the places that matter most in Jefferson County. To inquire or become a sponsor, please email Ric Brewer at rbrewer[at]saveland.org or call him at 360.379.9501 x112.
