Outdoor Activities
HP-K9 Club
Don’t just know the dog’s name – know the owner’s name! Get to know your dog-loving neighbors at The High Point. Members of The HPK9 Club go for walks together (around the neighborhood, hike at Camp Long, walk at one of the many beaches), enjoy some off-leash playtime at Westcrest Park or Murphy’s Paw, even take a field trip to a local outdoor destination of interest (sometimes by shuttle and water taxi!). During neighborhood walks get to know elder residents and give them some “pet therapy”, and teach the younger residents the right way to approach and pet a dog. And join together with other dog owners and lovers in an effort to bring an off-leash area to High Point.
You don’t have to be a dog owner to be a member of this club. Get some exercise and some dog pets in at the same time and socialize with your neighbors. Dog Owners and Lovers living in the surrounding areas are also welcome to join their neighbors at The High Point. For more information see the club’s website at: http://activedogs.meetup.com/165/
Posted October 19th, 2009 by hpadmin Tags: Commons Park, Neighborhood Association
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| October 31, 2009 |
| 5:00 pm | to | 8:00 pm |
Commons Park Amphitheater
7pm Costume Contest
Join us for Games, Food, Music, Fun and Prizes
Sponsored by the High Point Neighborhood Association. Volunteers still needed for this event for set up, clean up, games, and food. Contact chrissmithco@yahoo.com or gaguilar@seattlehousing.org for more information.
Posted December 19th, 2008 by Anna Tags: snow
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Andrew Mead, our High Point Neighborhood Association President, sent in the following pictures of High Point enjoying the snow:
Posted June 29th, 2008 by Anna / Filed under: Events, Outdoor / 1 Comment »
| July 20, 2008 |
| 11:00 am | to | 1:00 pm |
Announcing a new Meetup for The High Point K9 Club (West Seattle)!
What: Barking Buddha Doga
When: July 20, 2008 11:00 AM
Class fee: $10.00 per person to instructor
Where: Click the link below to find out!
Meetup Description: Brenda Bryan will be leading 2 “Bark in the Park” Doga events this summer.
1/2 hour Doga (yoga with your dog), and 1/2 hour group walk.
Latest Update: MEET ON THE LAWN AREA ADJACENT TO THE SOUTH PARKING LOT, WHICH IS NEAR THE PLAYGROUND. This is the parking lot closest to the ferry dock.
Please remember to bring $10 to pay the instructor for her time.
If you would like to carpool, please let me know and maybe we can arrange to pair up.
Exact meeting spot will be announced.
We are still trying to coordinate a regular class in High Point at some time in the future, perhaps at Bridge Park.
Learn more here:
http://activedogs.meetup.com/165/calendar/8226336/
Posted June 29th, 2008 by Anna / Filed under: Events, Outdoor / 0 Comments »
| July 27, 2008 |
| 12:00 pm | to | 2:00 pm |
Announcing a new Meetup for The High Point K9 Club (West Seattle)!
What: Off-leash playtime at Murphy’s Paw
When: July 27, 2008 12:00 PM
Where: Click the link below to find out!
Who should come: Any pooches aching to get to know their 4-legged neighbors WITHOUT a darn leash on?
Why: Not only will your dog get some playtime with his neighbors, you’ll also get to give him (or her) a bath and NOT have to clean up the mess!
Meetup Description: PLAY TIME: Meetup at Murphy’s Paw for some playtime, treats, and a wonderful bath. This dog-centric business is located in a cute house just south of Roxbury on 17th. The back yard is fully fenced, allowing for off-leash play. Playtime is free, if you want to just come and socialize and sample the treats.
BATH TIME: They have very nice tubs at standing height so you won’t break your back! The water temperature is always nice and doesn’t fluctuate. They let you use fabulous shampoos, waterproof aprons to wear, and use all the towels you want – and then walk away! Patty took over and renamed this business in December and she is very nice. She named the shop after her dog Murphy.
Costs for bathing -
Small dogs: $15
Large dogs: $20
Treats – vary in pricing, are generally all organic and hand-made on site. Sophia is a picky girl and she has loved everything she has sampled so far.
Learn more here:
http://activedogs.meetup.com/165/calendar/8222678/
Posted June 29th, 2008 by Anna / Filed under: Events, Outdoor / 0 Comments »
| July 19, 2008 |
| 10:00 am | to | 12:00 pm |
Announcing a new Meetup for The High Point K9 Club (West Seattle)!
What: Sniff-and-Greet —> meet at Commons Park
When: July 19, 2008 10:00 AM
Where: Click the link below to find out!
Who should come: Everyone!! Your dog wants to go for a walk with the pack!
Why: Because we are your neighbors!
Meetup Description: Our neighborhood outdoor meetup! Meet at the new COMMONS PARK! Gather at the coorner of 31st and Graham near the P-Patch.
There are always new members and a lot to talk about! And a few laughs in the process!
This is an on-leash, rain-or-shine event, as (most of) the dogs don’t care about a little precipitation. If the rain is blowing sideways, however, we will reschedule for another day.
Learn more here:
http://activedogs.meetup.com/165/calendar/8222668/
Posted June 29th, 2008 by Anna / Filed under: Outdoor, Uncategorized / 0 Comments »
Join other dog walkers for an evening walk around the neighborhood!
Wendy Hughes-Jelen from the High Point K9 Club is inviting everyone to join her and other members of the HPK9 Club on evening dog walks around High Point. They will be meeting every night at 10pm, somewhere between 29th and 30th on SW Raymond Street (in front of the Redwood condos and townhomes).
Posted June 29th, 2008 by Anna / Filed under: Events, Outdoor / 0 Comments »
| July 4, 2008 |
| 9:00 am | to | 11:00 am |
Announcing a new Meetup for The High Point K9 Club (West Seattle)!
What: Sunrise Cemetery Exploration
When: FRIDAY July 4, 2008 9:00 AM
Where: Meet at the new Commons Park at the corner of 31st and Graham at 9 AM.
Meetup Description: Penny and Sophie will be leading a “civilized sunrise” 9 AM morning walk to and through our neighboring Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Considered one of the premier view points in Seattle, Forest Lawn has been in existence in West Seattle for over 100 years.
Forest Lawn Cemetery is located on the corner of S.W. Holly St. and Sylvan Way S.W. in West Seattle. West Seattle is the original home of Chief Sealth who had an Indian camp on Alki Point and whose name the city of Seattle is derived.
The history of Forest Lawn dates back to 1902 when the West Seattle Congregational Church founded the Montrepose Cemetery just east of where Mt. St. Vincent DePaul sets today. The Cemetery was moved to a larger parcel of land in 1906 (its current location) and in 1915 was renamed Forest Lawn. Robey G. Banta, a pioneer of several community newspapers, bought interest in the cemetery in 1915 and later acquired the property In 1937. Banta, daughter Helen and her husband Elmer Sears, took over management of Forest Lawn and are owners to this day.
This cemetery is not only laid out rows East and West, North and South, but / and \. Therefore, for the most part, to find a name within the cemetery you better stop by the office to get directions.
Learn more here:
http://activedogs.meetup.com/165/calendar/8222555/
Posted June 26th, 2008 by Anna / Filed under: Open Space Association, Outdoor, Uncategorized / 0 Comments »
Celebrate with your friends & neighbors at the Commons!
Join your community for a barbecue celebrating the opening of the Commons park! The main course will be provided, and those who come should bring their favorite side dishes and desserts for everyone to share and enjoy.
Come out not only for food and friends, but to enjoy games, a talent show for kids age six to 18. To volunteer, or for more event information, contact Julie Shaffer at 206-615-3560 or jshaffer@seattlehousing.org.
Posted June 25th, 2008 by Anna / Filed under: Outdoor / 0 Comments »
The playground pasttime is back! The Blazin’ Kicks League is hosting an adult co-ed kickball league at High Point Park!
Who: Adults 18 and up – Teams of 9 to 12 players
What: Adult Co-ed Kickball League
Where: High Point Park
When: Register May 27th through July 14th. Games from July 14th through August 28th.
Prizes will be awarded for 1st and 2nd place! Register in-person at the Community Center or online here! For more information download the flyer!
Posted June 5th, 2008 by Anna / Filed under: Events, Open Space Association, Outdoor, Uncategorized / 0 Comments »
| July 4, 2008 |
| 5:00 pm | to | 8:00 pm |
Jeanette Fournier, High Point Community Association Manager, has provided us with the tenative description of events for the July 4th celebration in Commons Park. For more info on the event you can download the flyer!
What will be there: information booths/tables/tents (bring your own table, tent and chairs), music, lawn games (volley ball, badminton, bocce and croquet), talent show, story telling, face painting, and a picnic.
Commons Park is set to open later this summer.
Other activities: A brief presentations by Tom Tierney (Seattle Housing Authority) and Tom Phillips (Seattle Housing Authority / Open Space Association President) to welcome you all to the opening of the Commons Park. This will include an “unveiling” of the community and artist created art at the amphitheater by Pomegranate Center.
Volunteers needed: Assistance with set up, clean up, running activities, serving food, and litter pick up. If you are interested in any of these volunteer activities please contact Julie Shaffer at 206-615-3560 or via email jshaffer@seattlehousing.org.
Donations needed: Prizes for youth and adults, paper plates, napkins and utensils. If you are interested in providing any of these items please contact me directly or drop them off at the High Point Open Space Association Office at the Holly Church location @ 6558 35th Ave SW in the basement.
Other Notes: Please plan on bringing your camera to take candid photos that can be shareed with the community. We kindly ask that all involved be mindful that this is a fun, loud, family and kid friendly event so please have your dogs tucked in safely and quietly at home.
Thank you and we hope to see you there!