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ABOUT KCAA:
We’re a board of volunteers dedicated to connecting our community with the farmers who grow their food. We’re passionate about supporting these farmers—telling their stories, raising awareness of government policies that impact local agriculture, supporting local food hubs, providing resources and guidance for new and beginning farmers, and nurturing the next generation by investing in local FFA and 4-H programs.
I’m not a farmer, but my hands certainly get dirty. From weeding my mother’s garden (reluctantly), to tearing up lawn in the 1960s to plant basil and tomatoes, and now tending a large vegetable patch at my home outside Poulsbo—growing and learning have always been staples in my life. I arrived in Kitsap County about 35 years ago and joined the Kitsap Community & Agricultural Alliance (KCAA) about fifteen years later. It’s been a wonderful opportunity to grow, learn, and connect with the farmers and farm-friendly folks who make this community so special. I was elected President of the Board just before the disruption of COVID-19, and am now actively working to re-energize this incredible organization. Since retiring from teaching at Kingston High School, I’ve been able to dedicate more time—though never quite enough—to KCAA. I find the work endlessly fascinating, challenging, inspiring, and rewarding.
BOB GEBALLE, PRESIDENT
I come from a long line of farmers and homesteaders, though I grew up outside Sacramento, California. My husband’s military career took our family around the world before we settled in Kitsap in 2021. The following year, we bought a small piece of land and co-founded Happy Grounds Farm and Sanctuary in Poulsbo—now home to 40+ rescue farm animals (and our four kids!). I’ve spent much of my adult life rediscovering my grandparents’ ways—growing and canning food, caring for animals, and reconnecting with the land. Through my work with the Kitsap Community & Agricultural Alliance, I collaborate with local farmers and organizations to create educational opportunities for new and beginning farmers. I'm also the author and researcher behind KCAA’s Barns of Kitsap initiative, a project dedicated to telling the stories of historic barns in our community. With a background in education and history from San Diego State University, I’m passionate about keeping local heritage alive and sharing the stories that connect our community.
KARISSA HOLCOMBE, VICE PRESIDENT
INTERIM SECRETARY
GENO HOLCOMBE, TREASURER
I retired from the U.S. Navy in 2024 after 23 years of submarine service. The Navy took me all over the world, but my life started on a farm in Minnesota, where I grew up eating fresh food from the garden in the summer and Grandma canned vegetables for the winter. Living in large cities during my Navy career helped me appreciate just how vital farmland and agriculture are to a healthy community—and how important it is for our children to understand that food doesn’t just come from a grocery store shelf. After my final tour, my wife Karissa and I decided to make Washington our permanent home. We purchased a small piece of property to bring Karissa’s dream of creating an animal sanctuary to life. When I’m not working at NUWC Keyport, I’m usually tackling projects around the farm, improving fencing (a never-ending battle), or shuffling our four kids around Kitsap County for sports and other activities.
I grew up on a 20-acre diversified farm in South Kitsap, where our family raised cattle, hogs, chickens, and an abundance of produce. After seven years of active duty in the U.S. Army as a nuclear weapons specialist, I spent my civilian career with the Navy, developing and implementing new programs and initiatives. For more than 35 years, I’ve been deeply involved in farmland preservation and agricultural policy—helping shape county plans and offering direct, hands-on support to local farms. I work closely with farmers to provide mentorship and assist with time-sensitive projects that call for specialized skills and experience. As a founding and continuing member of the KCAA's Board of Directors, and a current Board Member of the Mason-Kitsap County Farm Bureau, I remain dedicated to strengthening and protecting local agriculture. You can often find me at public meetings advocating for agricultural land use and policy.
SCOTT HALL, FOUNDING MEMBER AND BOARD MEMBER
I’m a lifelong resident of North Kitsap. My family owns and operates Woodpecker Hill Farms in Poulsbo, where we raise beef and pork, produce honey, and host events that connect our community with local agriculture. In addition to running our farm, I’m actively involved in supporting agriculture across the region. I currently serve as President of the Mason-Kitsap Farm Bureau and am a member of the Kitsap Farmland Preservation Coalition, the Kitsap Agritourism Coalition, and the Kitsap Conservation District. Within KCAA, I focus on government relations—coordinating opportunities for farmers to engage with local leaders on agricultural issues. What I love most about our area is its natural beauty—the saltwater landscapes, thriving farms, forests, and, most of all, the people who make Kitsap such a special place to call home. I enjoy spending time with my wife and our four children, especially when we’re working together to plan community events or take on new projects around the farm.
JEREMY ANUNSON, BOARD MEMBER
I’m a lifelong resident of South Kitsap. My husband, Eric, and I co-own and operate EB Daniel Farm and Garden in Olalla, where we raise poultry, pork, and rabbits, along with seasonal fruits, vegetables, and eggs through our CSA program. I’m actively involved in several agricultural groups in Kitsap County, including the KCAA and the Kitsap Agritourism Coalition. At our farm, we love welcoming others to come and learn. We’ve partnered with organizations like WSU Kitsap Extension to host workshops and hands-on learning opportunities for new and beginning farmers. We’ve also been a featured stop on the Kitsap Farm Tour for several years, and our children proudly participate in the Kitsap Fair & Stampede each summer.
BROOX DANIEL, BOARD MEMBER
