Military Officer - March 2008 - (Page 60) Water, water, everywhere Projecting into the Puget Sound of Washington state is the scenic Kitsap Peninsula, named after a member of the Suquamish Tribe. With nine state parks and a shoreline of more than 250 miles, the region abounds with recreational opportunities — from hiking and biking to kayaking, fishing, mountain climbing, and golf. With a population of 250,000, the area has retained its rural flavor even while becoming more developed. Upscale condos, new transportation and conference centers, and shops are springing up. Communities include Bainbridge Island, Silverdale, Give us a call “Fore” your tee time! The retired military at Green Ridge Village invite you to play a complimentary round of golf at the Carlisle Barracks Golf Course. Stay for dinner, spend the night in our comfortable guest accommodations, hike our walking trails, check out our fitness center, visit our model railroad club, or take a dip in our 50 foot indoor pool. Your non-golfing spouse will have plenty to do while you are enjoying the links. Most importantly, experience retired military life at Green Ridge Village. For more information and to schedule your tee time, call Christine at 1-800-969-4450 or email at cchubb@phi-preshomes.org Washington Bremerton, Gig Harbor, and others — all offering spectacular views of mountains and water. The Kitsap Peninsula has a smalltown feel, with many local coffeehouses, playhouses, outdoor markets, and theaters. Whales — Washington’s official marine mammal — and killer whales can be spotted in the waters surrounding Kitsap. The peninsula has many walks and hikes of all levels, and antiquing is a popular hobby among residents. The USS Turner Joy, the last Sherman-class destroyer built, is on display in Bremerton as a public attraction and naval memorial. For big-city life, residents travel to nearby Seattle by ferry or car. Close proximity to Canada makes day trips to British Columbia a breeze as well. The Kitsap Peninsula has strong military ties. Bremerton is home PHOTO: JOEL W. ROGERS/CORBIS GREEN RIDGE VILLAGE 210 Big Spring Road ● Newville, PA 17241 ● 717-776-8200 ● www.greenridgevillage.org 60 MILITARY OFFICER MARCH 2008 http://www.greenridgevillage.org http://www.greenridgevillage.org
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