Seattle Treasure Hunt?

So does this make sense to ANYONE from the Seattle area got any idea what this could mean. I had an idea or 2 from the first 2 clues but thats all down hill now. I will share my findings if anyone can help

Clue 1

End here to play Seattle’s annual quest,

Meet hidden red-legged frog in the west.

A stately species with more call than bark,

Naturally admired for its blushing heart.

Clue 2

The silent coast can oft be found,

Leaping in tune with rippling sound.

Coursing in cloister, this much evolved creature,

Hiding beneath when found in nature.

Clue 3
From City’s woodland "Year of the Frog" leaps,

To a temperate locale, via bustling streets.

Feel confident heading down the right track,

No second guessing when the Zoo’s got your back.

Clue 4

Changes from green with just one degree,

Contrary to name, lives not in a tree.

Kids know the Amphibian of Washington State,

Leads a chorus of voices looking for dates.

Clue 5

Settlers leapt in and trees fast fell,

Fragile landscape soon bid farewell.

Urban vigor was built to accommodate,

Once there were more, now two less than eight.

Clue 6

Crabs from the forest met three brothers,

Then pitched to the glow, one after the other.

Told from the totems of ancient descent,

Her tears of protection etch her torment.

Clue 7

The yearn to discover may soon be quenched,

Structure your goal with respect to the French.

The bottom line is your right to reserve,

A soothing place to relax and conserve.

I think clue number 7 is the statue of liberty in Alki Beach. – replica of the one in NY