Links to Relevant Data
Map: Oak Harbor Proposed UGA Expansion.
Map: Swan Lake Watershed (from IC).
Learn about common misconceptions relating to effects of urban sprawl.
Read this book review to understand the economic issues in urban sprawl.
National Geographic article: Wildlife Corridors
Whidbey Land Trust Site
Whidbey Conservation District Site
Water Resource Management Plan
Salmon Recover Plan(PDF)
Growth Management Act and Annexation
Current Island County Zoning Maps
Island County's plan for ground water
Guidance on Critical Aquifer Recharge Area Ordinances
Aerial Views of The Swan Lake Area (The proposed Urban area)
More Aquifer Data
More Whidbey Island Aquifer Information
Slides for the previous link
SEPA Rules
More Information on Watersheds
Near-shore Habitat (PDF)
Lots of stories of people like us! (PDF)
Sources of funding
What you can do