Local Resources
New to North Kitsap? Here are some helpful resources.
Bainbridge Island and North Kitsap Resources
Just a short ferry ride away from Seattle or Edmonds, Bainbridge Island and North Kitsap offer beautiful beaches and hiking trails, award-winning restaurants, a vibrant art scene, and tight-knit communities.
Bainbridge's COVID-19 Response
If you're a Bainbridge Island resident, you can request assistance through this site or sign up to donate or volunteer.
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Bainbridge Island Chamber of Commerce
Looking for a particular business or do you own a business on Bainbridge Island? Get connected!
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Bainbridge Island School District
Bainbridge Island is known for its excellent schools. Our public and private schools offer students a top-notch education.
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Island Volunteer Caregivers
Since 1996, IVC has created connections between caring people, seniors, and people with long-term or temporary needs.
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Bainbridge Island Trails
There are over 65 miles of hiking trails on Bainbridge Island and so many beautiful areas to explore.
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Health Care Facilities
Bainbridge offers great clinics and hospitals with emergency care are located in Silverdale and Bremerton.
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Bainbridge Island Museum of Art (BIMA)
Our wonderful art museum is located in downtown Winslow and it's free to the public.
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Faith Communities
The Bainbridge Island/North Kitsap Interfaith Council is a non-profit organization and welcomes dialogue with people of all faiths.
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Kids Discovery Museum (KiDiMu)
This is a fun place to take kids. Their activities spark curiosity and provide experiential learning.
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Newcomer's Guide
Learn more about Bainbridge Island by exploring our guide. From our unique neighborhoods to our local real estate market, this guide will help you get better acquainted with our wonderful island community.
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Resources for Neighboring Communities
There are wonderful communities in North Kitsap, including Kingston, Poulsbo, and Hansville.
Kingston Chamber of Commerce
Kingston offers a small-town life with a friendly community, lovely restaurants, and the ability to hop on a ferry to Edmonds or Seattle.
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North Kitsap Trails
There are many lovely trails throughout North Kitsap and the county offers helpful maps to get you where you'd like to go.
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City of Poulsbo
Often called "Little Norway", this quaint little city has great restaurants and a variety of shops, some of which have a Norwegian influence.
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North Kitsap School District
NKSD serves Poulsbo, Kingston, Suquamish, Hansville, Keyport, Indianola and Port Gamble. They offer many great K-12 programs.
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Hansville
On the northern end of the Kitsap Peninsula lies Hansville. It has beautiful beaches, a quiet community, and the oldest lighthouse on Puget Sound.
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Private Schools in Kitsap
If you're looking for a private school, there are many highly regarded options including Montessori, Waldorf, and religious schools.
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Local Ferries
Many people commute to Seattle by ferry or enjoy hopping on the ferry to visit Seattle or Edmonds. If you take one of the Washington State Ferries, you can drive on, walk on, or bike on. Kitsap Transit's Fast Ferries get you there much quicker but these are smaller, passenger-only ferries.
Looking for other resources or have a question? Feel free to contact me. I'd be happy to help you.
