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FOR THE SECOND YEAR IN A ROW, meteorologists are forecasting a long, hot, dry summer in the Pacific Northwest. The winding down of the El Niño and an early start to La Niña pretty much guarantees beautiful weather in our neck of the woods.

How beautiful? Imagine sipping a glass of wine while you lounge by a cliff overlooking the Mediterranean Sea somewhere in Italy, Greece, France or Spain. In fact, this area has the exact Mediterranean climate that you find half-way across the world in the afore-mentioned countries.

So now that you know the weather will be great, it’s time to come to what we call Waterside, a string of communities located on the water stretching from Steveston, B.C. down to Whidbey Island, Washington. And while you may not be plucking olives to go with your wine or martini, there’s lots to do in each of these towns and villages. From lying languorously on a hot, sunny beach to stalking the perfect gift in a wharf-side art gallery, it’s hard to go wrong.

Whether you’re from the other side of the continent or just down the road from one of the Waterside communities, there’s plenty for first-time or returning visitors to discover. There is no town or place that can’t be reached in well under a day from any other point on the Waterside map. No one would be able to see all of it, of course, but that is just another reason to return again and again.

As you flip through the pages of this magazine, ask yourself this question: where would you rather be, right now? We thought so. It’s time for you to experience Waterside for yourself; there are discoveries to be found and adventures to be had – get out and take a look.

What you’ll find are towns perched on the edge of rivers and sloughs, villages known for their arts and crafts, cities famous for their history and culture –and so on. However, one thing remains constant; a natural beauty that can be found nowhere else on earth is the reason all of these communities are so wonderful to live in and to visit.

Enjoy the summer and enjoy Waterside 2016.

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THE LONG, THIN STRIP OF LAND that comprises Whidbey Island is steeped in history and natural beauty.

The island is home to one of the most popular parks in Washington – Deception Pass State Park attracts more than 2 million visitors each year. The 4,000-acre park is a confluence of all the things that make Washington noteworthy: long rocky shorelines, vibrant green vegetation and beautiful ocean views. The park is also a fantastic stop for birdwatchers, with more than 150 species of birds. Take a hike along some of the park’s 38 miles of hiking trails and try to catch a glimpse of the area’s abundant wildlife.

The Deception Pass bridge, the only way to get to the island without taking a ferry, is a stunning 177-foot-tall steel bridge connecting Whidbey Island with Fidalgo Island to the north, and is worth a trip on its own. The bridge is noted for both its height and its elegant architecture. Park on the Whidbey Island side in Deception Pass State Park and hike down to the beach for fantastic views of the bridge from below.

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Fans of fine art can check out Langley and Clinton, two small towns near the southern tip of the island renowned for thriving art scenes. Take tours of the art galleries year-round, or catch one of the frequent parades, concerts and festivals that pass through the towns every summer.

Langley is also known as the place to go to see whales, either from shore or on a chartered whale-watching tour. Gray whales can be seen from the end of February through early summer, and orcas, though harder to predict, often come through in late summer and autumn.

A fun, classic small town event for everyone is the Whidbey Island Fair, held this year August 4–7 in Langley. The fair features farm exhibits, with both animals and handmade crafts, music, a parade,

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The waters off the coast of northwest Washington are popular sites for whale watching.

Gray whales are a common sight, but the large population of orca whales is the main attraction. Three resident orca whale pods make their home in the Salish Sea, and other pods frequent the waters off the coast of the San Juan and Gulf islands. The following guided tours give visitors the chance to see these beautiful creatures in their native habitat.

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Richmond, Steveston, Ladner and Tsawwassen are located on the Fraser River delta, meaning they’re flat, and therefore great for families and those looking for a leisurely outing. If you want a strenuous climb, you’re better off leaving Waterside and heading to Grouse Mountain in North Vancouver, where you’ll find a killer climb called the Grouse Grind.

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Garry Point Park Loop and West Dyke Trail: You can park in Steveston and take the 2.5 km (1.55 mi.) Garry Point Park loop and then head out along the West Dyke Trail. If you go all the way to Terra Nova Rural Park, you’ll cover 5.5 km (3.4 mi.) in all. Remember, you still have to return to your starting point.

Garry Point follows the south fork of the Fraser River, passing historic canneries and fishing boats and river views. The Point is a favorite spot for people flying kites in the shore breezes coming off the river and ocean.

The West Dyke Trail has views of Georgia Strait on the west side and marshes and fields on the east. Birdlife abounds and the beaches are covered with driftwood and logs that have escaped the log booms that have come down the Fraser.

Finish up at the historic Steveston village where you can buy fish fresh off the docks or sit in a wharfside restaurant and order fish & chips.

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Boundary Bay Dyke Trail: This trail winds along the shore of Boundary Bay, offering views of marshes, farms, driftwood, the bay and mountains. Again, the trail is totally flat and suitable for cyclists, runners, strollers and dog walkers.

When the breeze picks up, the air is filled with the smell of saltwater and the cries of shorebirds. Hawks, eagles, great blue heron and more prowl the foreshore on the lookout for dinner.

To access the trail, turn east off 56th Street onto 16th Avenue and turn left on Beach Grove Road. Follow the road until it turns left and drive a block west to park.

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The 10-Mile Loop: You can’t say you’ve seen the Point until you’ve done The Loop. Essentially, you will be traveling the outer perimeter of Point Roberts, usually walking the beach.

You can pretty much start anywhere but most people tend to park at Maple Beach at Bay View Drive and Roosevelt Way. Walk west along Roosevelt. The houses that you see on your right are in Canada – don’t succumb to the urge to step across the line – who knows where Border Patrol is hiding? At the top of the hill, you will cross between the U.S. and Canadian border stations.

At the end of Roosevelt is Monument Park, the site of the first monument marking the border between the two countries. Take the trail down to the beach. To the west, you’ll see Vancouver Island, the Gulf and San Juan Islands and, on a clear day, the Olympic Peninsula.

Turn south and follow the beach until you reach Lighthouse Marine Park with the majestic Mt. Baker in the distance. Keep your eyes peeled for orcas and great blue herons. You’ll leave the beach and walk east on Marine Drive for a few blocks.

Once you reach the marina, skip over to the walkway and continue until you come to the chandlery. The walkway ends and turns into a path that goes along the channel and then turns left to the beach. Continue along the beach to Lily Point Park where eagles and great blue herons abound.

Once you turn the corner to the north, you’re on the homestretch. Follow the shoreline until you reach your starting point.

Carry water, snacks and wear shoes with ankle support – you’ll be walking on beach rocks.

Check the tide tables in the All Point Bulletin, the local newspaper. The going is easier when the tide is halfway or more out; especially for the Lily Point to Maple Beach stretch.

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Fragrance Lake Trail: This is a moderately easy trail that climbs 1,000 feet through the forest to Fragrance Lake. Just over 5 miles in length, you’ll be rewarded with views of Samish Bay and islands in the distance.

The trail is accessed from Larrabee State Park on Chuckanut Drive and is ideal for those camping overnight at the park. Pick up a trail guide at the park office and have at it.

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Mt. Constitution: Located in Moran State Park on Orcas Island, at 2,409 feet Mt. Constitution is the highest point in the San Juan Islands. Pick up a trail map at the park and then drive to the trailhead at Mountain Lake campground.

The 7-mile-long trail winds around the lake on its way to Twin Lakes. Much of the way is through the woods until you reach the lakes.

From there the trail becomes steep with plenty of switchbacks. You will climb about 1,500 feet, but the view will be worth it. You’ll be able to view those who drove to the top with a certain amount of sweat-stained disdain.

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Ebey’s Landing: Near Coupeville, this trail takes you along the west coast of the island, where you will climb coastal bluffs high above the ocean and along beaches.

Start from the prairie overlook and head west.

The trail starts to climb along bluffs overlooking the Strait of Juan De Fuca and will eventually reach 270 feet. Keep going and eventually you’ll be looking down at Peregos Lake, a lagoon separated from the ocean by a narrow spit. In the distance, the Olympics’ snow-covered peaks will gleam in the sunshine.

A steep trail will head down to the shore for some beach time. You can then walk just over 4 miles back along the shore, where you will pick up the trail again at Ebey’s Landing. Climbing the steps up the bluff, you’ll head east about a mile to your car.

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CAMANO ISLAND IS THE PLACE to go for a quiet getaway. Enjoy nature, set out on a hike, take in local art and watch for birds.

Terry’s Corner is the commercial and social hub of the island, with Camano Island Marketplace, offering local artisan products, arts and crafts galore, restaurants, Camano Island Coffee Roasters, the library, the visitor’s center and more.

Visitors interested in nature have a wealth of opportunities to step away from city life and enjoy the natural world.

Iverson Spit Waterfront Preserve, a 120-acre area of protected coastline on the eastern edge of the island, offers something for everyone – hiking trails, excellent kite flying conditions and fantastic bird watching opportunities, with more than 125 resident and migratory bird species on record in the area.

This 40-square-mile island is remarkable in that it holds two state parks: 173-acre Camano Island State Park and 433-acre Cama Beach State Park.

Camano Island State Park features a campground, several cabins for rent, a picnic area. The waterfront is ideal for swimming and diving, fishing, clamming and crabbing, and there are 3 miles (4.8 km) of hiking trails plus a mile-long biking trail.

Cama Beach State Park offers visitors the chance to step back in time with a 1930s-era summer resort feel with beach bungalows and cabins, a park store, boat rentals and educational and entertainment programs for children at the Center for Wooden Boats. Every Saturday at 10 a.m. they offer a two-hour-long toy boat building class. The park also features 15 miles of hiking trails, horseshoe pits and fire circles.

For those looking for a little adventure and something out of the ordinary, Canopy Tours NW offers fun for the whole family with a ziplining tour through the forest.

Art lovers will find much to enjoy on Camano Island, with several artist studios and galleries. A highlight is the Mazke Fine Art Gallery and Sculpture Park, a 10-acre private park filled with sculptures, as well as a traditional indoor gallery. The sculpture park is open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekends and at other times by appointment. All the art is for sale, so the sculptures change over time.

For more information, visit www.camanoisland.org.

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FOR THOSE WHO DON’T KNOW BETTER, Anacortes is a quick stop on the way to the San Juan Islands. A walk through its thriving downtown or a trip to one of its many parks, however, reveals a destination in its own right.

Anacortes is on Fidalgo Island, which is separated from the mainland by the 11-mile-long Swinomish Channel, so it has plenty of seaside vistas and marine activities. It’s a home base for several whale-watching tour companies, who all but guarantee seeing at least one of several species of whales.

Downtown is bustling for a town of 16,000, and adorned with life-sized murals of colorful characters from Anacortes’ early days. You can stroll past paintings of turn-of-the-century luminaries such as Ann and Tommy Thompson, founders of the Anacortes Railway, on your way between numerous delis, pizzerias, fine restaurants and other dining options.

Wander through charming downtown Anacortes on Commercial Street. Avoid the urge to turn left on 12th Street toward the ferry terminal and you’ll soon be surrounded with red brick buildings, antique shops, restaurants and used book stores.

Beautiful surroundings and delicious restaurants are ubiquitous in towns along the Salish Sea, but Anacortes has something

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a little harder to find: a lively downtown art and music scene. A handful of regionally known bands and musicians reside in Anacortes, including Karl Blau, Mount Eerie, The Lonely Forest and Spoonshine. Catch them in popular venues downtown.

Try the Rock Fish Grill which, in addition to music, serves local seafood and other northwest cuisine, as well as pizza from a wood-fired oven. Of course, there’s always The Brown Lantern, a cozy tavern with live music throughout the week.

Anacortes also hosts more than its fair share of festivals. The Spring Wine Festival, Waterfront Festival and Oyster Run motorcycle rally are notable examples.

The Anacortes Arts Festival, held throughout downtown Anacortes on August 5-7 this year, has celebrated art in Anacortes since 1962. The festival features an organized run, nearly non-stop music performances on multiple stages, and of course, artists and craftspeople displaying sculptures, textile art, jewelry, photography, paintings and more.

The Skagit River Salmon Festival, on September 10 this year, is a fun-filled celebration of Skagit River Salmon. The annual festival features live music, local beer and food, a raptor show, native storytellers, cultural events and family activities.

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Community Forest Lands include 2,800 acres of woods, wetlands, lakes and meadows within city limits. Mount Erie and Heart Lake are some gems within the city-managed green space. Mount Erie’s summit offers one of the best vantages of the San Juan Islands around, and you can drive to the top if you don’t want to navigate the maze of trails up the 1,273-foot rock prow. Mount Erie is also a popular rock-climbing destination.

For more information, visit www.anacortes.org.

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a more in-depth experience, take a class or tour at the Bullock Brothers Permaculture Homestead, where you can explore one of the world’s more imaginative food forests.

The village of Eastsound, at midpoint between the island’s two lobes, is the heart of Orcas and home to the bulk of the island’s restaurants, inns and shops, many of which carry locally grown or produced goods. Eastbound also boasts some spectacular seaside views. The outposts of Olga, Deer Harbor and Doe Bay are worth visiting as well.

Other island entertainment ranges from the awesome – a drive to the summit of Mount Constitution, for example – to the offbeat. For the latter, check out The Exchange, a combination of recycling center and thrift store, where one can comb through treasures, trinkets and cast-off valuables.

An event unique to the island is the Eastsound Flyin and Antique Car Show, August 5–7. The fly-in attracts airplane enthusiasts from around the country.

Meet pilots and aviation lovers at a pancake breakfast at the island’s fire hall before checking out warbirds, seaplanes, old-fashioned airplanes and other aircrafts.

For more information, visit www.orcasislandchamber.com.

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THE GLACIERS THAT CARVED the San Juan Islands more than 10,000 years ago left more earth behind on Orcas Island than its neighboring islands. It’s the most mountainous of the San Juans and while it has fewer residents than nearby San Juan Island, it is a haven for those who crave natural beauty.

To explore Orcas Island’s shimmering lakes and lumpy green mountains, head straight for Moran State Park. At more than 5,000 acres, it’s the largest state park in the San Juan Islands and a wonderland of trails, lakes, campsites and vantages.

Moran State Park alone packs enough fun for a long weekend of exploring.

Most visitors flock to the trails and refreshing swimming holes in Moran State Park, but the island has several other preserves and parks. Explore less crowded hiking in the native prairies of Turtle Back Mountain Preserve, seaside trails at Obstruction Pass State Park, or try out the world-class skateboard park funded in part by legendary ski movie cinematographer Warren Miller, who has a home on the island.

The island has a thriving agriculture community that can be experienced at the Orcas Island Farmers Market every summer Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the heart of Eastsound. For

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SAN JUAN ISLAND IS SO DESIRABLE that the still-scrappy United States nearly went to war over it in the 1850s against the world’s foremost superpower, the British Empire, in the so-called Pig War. Back then the island was known for its natural beauty, fertile farmland and proximity to teeming salmon fisheries. San Juan Island still has those things, but its growing population has

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POSSESSING COVES, CAFES, NUMEROUS TRAILS through woods and along bluffs, slow traffic, art studios, beaches and bakeries, Lopez Island may be the most relaxing of the ferry-accessible San Juan Islands. The closest island to Anacortes, Lopez makes an easy day trip from the mainland.

The 30-square-mile island has less than half the population of Orcas and San Juan Island, but there’s plenty to see and do.

Lopez Village, the island’s only town, is the center of island life, with enough businesses to entertain a window shopper or supply an adventurer. Here you can check out restaurants, art galleries, studios, and a supermarket, all within a stone’s throw of a pebbly beach.

The Lopez Island Farmers Market is a fantastic place to be on summer Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Get a taste of the island by sampling goat cheese, albacore, sockeye salmon, chipotle sauce and other local delicacies. The market opens for the season on May 21.

Outside town, quiet roads crisscross farms and lead to eight county and one state park. These safe, relatively flat roads make Lopez the most popular of the San Juans for cyclists. Keep in mind: the San Juans are basically a chain of mountains, so don’t expect a truly horizontal experience. Didn’t bring a bike? Check out Lopez Bicycle Works, the oldest bike shop in the San Juans.

They offer good quality rentals as well as repair services.

Odlin County Park is an ideal spot to comb the beach or hike through seaside forests. The park also offers picnicking and camping, though you’ll want to reserve a campsite far in advance. Don’t miss Spencer Spit State Park, a popular spot for crabbing and clamming, and one of the few state parks in the San Juan Islands that’s accessible by car.

For more information, visit www.lopezisland.com.

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added cultural treasures to the 55-square-mile island and given it a small-town bustle that the other islands don’t have.

San Juan is the most populated of the San Juan Islands and its biggest town, Friday Harbor, is a cultural, economic and artistic hub for San Juan County. The hillside town at the ferry landing sits above a protected harbor packed with fishing and leisure boats. Art galleries, museums, historic inns, bookstores and restaurants headed by talented chefs line the town’s walkable streets. The charming town is also a starting point for island exploration thanks to the availability of whale watching tours and kayak and moped rentals.

Parks, pastures and scenic open spaces are scattered throughout the rest of the island. Don’t miss Roche Harbor, the island’s other population center, at its north end. It’s a manicured resort with rose gardens and ocean vistas. The roads between Friday Harbor and Roche Harbor drift between sparkling lakes and are

Where SIP Happens! lined with red-barked madrona trees above seaside cliffs.

Head to Lime Kiln Point State Park for a chance to see orcas from the three resident pods breaching, spy hopping, and slapping their tails into the salty blue water on the west side of San Juan Island. Humpback and Minke whales along with porpoises can also be seen making their way through Haro Strait. The seaside park also features a historic lighthouse and awe-inspiring views of the Olympic Mountains and Vancouver Island.

Learn about the U.S.’s brush with the Brits in the 1850s – called The Pig War because of a hungry hog that added tension to a territory dispute – at English Camp and American Camp.

The two parks are at opposite ends of the island, but are both part of San Juan Island National Historical Park. South Beach, in American Camp, is the longest public beach in the San Juan Islands with 2 miles of pebbles, sand and driftwood.

The island offers a variety of fun summer events perfect for

family outings and date night alike.

Shakespeare Under the Stars is a summer theatre series put on by the nonprofit Island Stage Left theater company every July and August on stages at Roche Harbor and Wold Road. The performances are free and this year’s production is Romeo and Juliet.

Music on the Lawn starts at 6:30 on Wednesdays in July and early August at the San Juan Historical Museum, at 405 Park Street in Friday Harbor. Bring a picnic, blankets or lawn chairs and enjoy free music on the grass.

San Juan County Fair features everything you’d expect from a rural county fair: rides, music, fair food and dozens of agriculture contests. The 2016 dates are August 1720 at the fairgrounds, 0.6 miles south of Friday Harbor on Argyle Avenue.

For more information, visit www.sanjuanisland.org.

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SETTLED IN THE 1860S, LA CONNER IS THE OLDEST TOWN in Skagit County and one of the most picturesque. The town on the banks of the Swinomish Channel began as a trading post and post office, and quickly became important to the area due in part to its excellent farm yields and seaside location.

Today, La Conner is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, but you’ll find a lot more than interesting history here: a thriving artist community, scenic vistas and year-round events attest to the timeless appeal of this riverside beauty.

Home to fishers, farmers and artists of all kinds, La Conner is routinely recognized as a “must-visit” destination and one of Washington’s favorite communities for art lovers and artists alike. The setting sun seen over the rainbow bridge, a National Landmark due to its singular orange color, is reason enough to visit the town, and the variety of shops and restaurants along 1st Street are a close second.

History buffs have plenty to do here, starting with a self-guided tour of La Conner’s landmarks, featuring many examples of historic architecture. The Museum of Northwest Art is also a must-see, as well as the La Conner Quilt and Textile Museum.

The Northwest style of art was born here, when artists Morris

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Graves, Charles Krafft, Kenneth Callahan, Mark Tobey and Guy Anderson decided to get back to a simpler way of living and started an artist colony in abandoned fishing shacks on the banks of the Skagit River during the 1940s and ’50s.

They called it Fishtown, and it became a haven for artists, writers and poets.

Continuing the artistic tradition of the town, historic 1st Street has a number of artisan boutiques and art galleries, some housed in buildings dating from the town’s early days.

Restaurants on the waterfront side of 1st Street feature diverse food options, and many offer patio seating overlooking the water.

When summer hits and the days get longer, the town bustles with visitors and events. Art gallery tours the last Friday of each month draw vacationers into the heart of the community, and shows and exhibits abound.

In June, the town comes alive with events, from the Festival of Music and Art and the Cascade Classic Rally and Tour to the annual Father’s Day Boat Show. Fireworks over the channel for the Fourth of July offer watchers an unparalleled view, while August features the annual Classic Boat and Auto Show and the 110th Pioneer Picnic.

For more information, visit www.laconnerchamber.com.

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Mount Vernon’s central district is supremely walkable, perfect for a relaxing day of shopping the town’s boutiques, viewing art and eating at one of Mount Vernon’s many restaurants.

Theater lovers can’t pass up the opportunity to enjoy Shakespeare the way it was meant to be – outdoors and under the stars. The Skagit River Shakespeare Festival offers performances of “Cymbeline” as well as two Shakespeare-inspired shows, “The Merchant of Vegas” and “Shakespeare’s Wonderland: An Elizabethan View Through the Looking Glass” at the Rexville-Blackrock Amphitheatre. Visit www.shakesnw.org for details and tickets.

If you’d rather enjoy the landscape, Mount Vernon offers up many opportunities. Just south of the city is Little Mountain Park, with 9 miles of family friendly hiking trails and the Little Mountain Lookout at the top, offering spectacular views of the

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AT ITS OUTSET, MOUNT VERNON was positioned as an important transportation and trading center on the Skagit River for the logging industry.

Since then, the city has grown out from the Skagit’s riverbanks, transforming into a powerhouse agricultural town and the commercial heart of the Skagit Valley.

Tulip fields are the valley’s contemporary claim to fame and primary attraction; as millions of tulips spring to life each spring, a million visitors are drawn to the visual spectacle each year. But Mount Vernon and the surrounding Skagit Valley offer much more. The Skagit Valley produces more than 100 crops, including blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, apples and many of town’s restaurants focus their menus on the fresh and local produce.

Part of the National Trust Main Street Program, downtown Mount Vernon has many lovely old buildings that house everything from antique shops and boutiques to restaurants, galleries and entertainment venues. One such historic building is The Lincoln Theatre, a restored 1926 historic vaudeville and silent movie house in downtown Mount Vernon, which presents concerts, films and community events.

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Games and Celtic Festival, held this year July 9–10 at Edgewater Park in Mount Vernon. Watch performers compete in solo bagpiping and drumming, fiddling, traditional Scottish athletics and Scottish highland dancing. It’s a chance to taste great food and visit crafts vendors, music, beer garden, whiskey tent and more.

For more information, visit www. mountvernonwa.gov.

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Stop by the Children’s Museum of Skagit County located in the Cascade Mall for an educational experience for the whole family. The museum offers free admission on the second Tuesday of every month, and only $5.25 admission for everyone over a year old the rest of the time.

Visit Heritage Flight Museum founded by Apollo 8 astronaut Major General William Anders to get an up close look at memorabilia, artifacts and selection of World War II and Vietnam era aircraft. Flying displays of museum and visiting aircraft are held on the third Saturday of each month. Heritage Flight Museum is located at the Skagit Regional Airport and admission is free.

Enjoy a farmers market and evening of live local music every Friday night in July and August as part of Burlington Summer Nights at the visitor information center. The market runs from 5 to 9 p.m., with live music starting at 7 p.m.

For more information, visit www.burlington-chamber.com.

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ice cream from June through September. Try the best selling, mouth-watering strawberry shortcake made fresh daily in the bakery and purchase a pack to take home to freeze for later.

If shopping isn’t your idea of a fun time, there are plenty of other things to do.

For more than 75 years Burlington has held Berry Dairy Days in June, celebrating the agriculture and dairy industries that helped shape Burlington. Festivities span over three days and include a parade, car show, fireworks and a festival in Maiben Park with live music, pony rides, food vendors and a beer garden.

If you’d rather be outdoors, head to the Skagit River to go fishing, take a float trip or spend a day in a boat or kayak. Stop by Maiben Park and have a picnic beneath the trees or take advantage of the basketball court, playground, tennis court and kids’ water park. Golfers can spend a day out on the greens at Burlington’s public golf course, Avalon Golf Links, which is considered one of the most beautiful public golf clubs in Washington.

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CONSIDERED THE CROSSROADS OF SKAGIT VALLEY, Burlington is located on the Skagit River at the junction of I-5 and Highway 20 and is home to prominent agriculture and retail industries.

Nicknamed the Hub City, Burlington is known as a one-stop retail, dining and lodging location, attracting around 60,000 shoppers a day. More than 250 retail locations are located at the Cascade Mall, Burlington Crossings and the Outlet Shoppes at Burlington – there is sure to be a store selling anything you want. Burlington’s shopping district is located within a short drive down Burlington Boulevard off I-5 at exits 229 and 230.

Stroll down Burlington’s historic Fairhaven Avenue and visit local stores, restaurants and businesses. For those 21 and older, stop by local favorite Trainwreck Bar and Grill to grab a bite to eat and a craft beer and experience rattling walls as trains pass by. Pop in for sushi Wednesday, or choose from their large selection of burgers, seafood, salads and other bar classics.

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Anacortes Saturdays, May through October, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. www.anacortesfarmersmarket.org

Mount Vernon Wednesdays, June through September, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Bayview – Whidbey Island Saturdays through October, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. www.bayviewfarmersmarket.com

Oak Harbor – Whidbey Island Thursdays through September 29, 4 to 7 p.m. www.oakharborchamber.com

Bellingham Saturdays through December 17, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. www.bellinghamfarmers.org

Orcas Island Saturdays, May through September, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. www.orcasislandfarmersmarket.org

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Point Roberts Saturdays, May through September 5, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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Birch Bay Friday through Sunday, May through September, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

360/371-2070 www.birchbaychamber.com Bow Thursdays, June 9 through September 1, 1 to 6 p.m. www.bowlittlemarket.wordpress.com Camano Island Mondays, July through September, 3–7 p.m. www.camanofarmersmarket.com Coupeville – Whidbey Island Saturdays through October, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. www.coupevillemarket.com Fairhaven Wednesdays, June 3 through September 30, noon to 5 p.m. www.bellinghamfarmers.org Ferndale Fridays, June 10 through October 28, 1 to 6 p.m. www.ferndalepublicmarket.org Lopez Island Saturdays through mid-September, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. www.lopezfarmersmarket.com

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Lummi Island Saturdays through September, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. www.lummi-island.com

FARMERS MARKETS

Point Roberts Homegrown Coop Farm Stand Friday 1 to 6 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. www.prhomegrowncoop.com San Juan Island Saturdays through third week of October, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. www.sjifarmersmarket.com Sedro-Woolley Wednesdays, May 18 through October 12, 3 to 7 p.m. www.sedrowoolleyfarmersmarket.com South Whidbey Tilth Sundays through October 25, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. www.southwhidbeytilth.org

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Ladner Second and fourth Sundays June 12 though September 11, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. www.ladnervillagemarket.com Steveston First and third Sundays, May through October, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. www.sfam.ca White Rock Farmers Market Sundays through October 11, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. www.whiterockfarmersmarket.ca

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HEAD NORTHWEST FROM MOUNT VERNON AND BURLINGTON through picturesque farmland and you’ll find the tiny towns of Bow and Edison.

Perched on the banks of a slough, Edison is all about escaping the city to embrace one’s passions. A one-intersection town with a population of 133 at the last census, the town is home to artisans and artists of all sorts. Journalist Edward R. Murrow graduated from Edison High School, and the community continues to foster and nurture creative minds. Edison’s Smith & Vallee Gallery, housed in a restored turn-of-the-century schoolhouse, showcases artwork from emerging artists. New works go up in the gallery on the first Saturday of every month.

Bow and Edison draw in food lovers from all around, with a variety of food producers and restaurants. Both BreadFarm Bakery, which creates handcrafted, small-batch breads, and Farm to Market Bakery, which puts out a variety of delicious pastries, are masters of their craft. Bow has no less than three artisan cheese makers, and Edison has several cafés and restaurants each of which has an intensely local focus.

Chuckanut Drive is an experience visitors should not miss.

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takes travelers high above the shore into the Chuckanut mountains with dramatic cliffs on one side and rock faces on the other. The trip is popular with both motorcyclists and road bikers but be forewarned: the road is narrow with no passing room.

Keep your eyes on the road, and wait until you reach one of the many scenic overlooks before you lift your camera to your face.

The Chuckanuts offer some fine hiking – Larrabee State Park on Chuckanut Drive alone has seven trails, ranging from the easy trek down to Clayton Beach to the 6.5-mile grind to the top of Oyster Dome – a 2,000-foot gain in elevation. Worth the climb, you’ll find a spectacular vista of Bellingham Bay and the San Juan Islands once you reach the top. The trails at Larrabee State Park all require a day-use Discover Pass to park.

You’ll find the freshest oysters available anywhere on Chuckanut Drive, growing right in the mudflats of Samish Bay below you. Stop in at the The Oyster Bar to try oysters from the bay or take the driveway down to the renowned Taylor Shellfish Farms to see the oyster farm and buy fresh oysters, clams, geoduck, mussels and crab right from the source.

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launching a kayak or stand-up paddleboard and exploring Bellingham Bay. Fairhaven is the ideal place to spend a sunny afternoon, shopping for everything from gourmet cheese to cycling gear at local shops in the compact and very walkable town center; sipping coffee at a sidewalk cafe or grabbing a meal at one of many restaurants.

The town is also home to the Bellingham Cruise Terminal, a hub for ships heading out to Alaska and sightseeing tours to local destinations like the San Juan Islands.

One not-to-be-missed, essentially Fairhaven experience is taking in an outdoor movie at the Fairhaven Outdoor Cinema in the village green. The cinema shows movies on Saturday nights from the end of June through August. Bring a blanket and a sweater and cuddle. up to take in a movie.

For more information, visit www.fairhaven.com.

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WHILE TECHNICALLY A PART OF BELLINGHAM, Fairhaven has such a distinctive personality that it deserves to be mentioned on its own.

According to local legend, “Dirty” Dan Harris, an entrepreneur and convicted felon seized on the opportunities provided by the seaside location and founded Fairhaven in the 1800s (Harris’ statue can still be found lounging in the Fairhaven Village Green). The town thrived during the fishing booms of the early 20th century but by the late 1970s, Fairhaven was in decline, as deteriorating buildings and a struggling economy threatened to undermine the area’s natural beauty.

Thanks to some forward-thinking developers, though, Fairhaven today is one of the area’s premier tourist destinations.

Dozens of shops, restaurants and high-end residences cover the hillside town, which is conveniently located near several choice outdoor destinations.

The Interurban Trail connects Fairhaven with the huge and beautiful Larabee State Park, home to camping, relaxing walking trails and grueling uphill hikes. Taylor Dock, a long strip of over-the-water boardwalk linking Fairhaven with the bustling Boulevard Park, is a popular outdoor recreation spot for walkers, runners and bikers. Fairhaven is also a great spot for

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Planes

Bellingham International Airport (BLI) Full-service, commercial airport with international flights.

I-5, Exit 258 in Bellingham. www.portofbellingham.com/ airport Vancouver International Airport (YVR) Full-service commercial airport with international flights.

Hwy 99, Exit 39 in Richmond, B.C. www.yvr.ca

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San Juan Airlines Daily scheduled flights from Anacortes, Bellingham and Seattle to the San Juan Islands, Point Roberts and B.C. 4167 Mitchell Way, Bellingham International Airport www.sanjuanairlines.com

Trains

Amtrak Amtrak is a great way to get where you need to go and still enjoy the scenery along the way.

Catch the train in Vancouver, Bellingham, Mount Vernon, Stanwood, Everett or Seattle. www.amtrak.com

Buses

Airporter Shuttle This shuttle takes passengers from up the I-5 corridor to and from Sea-Tac Airport and downtown Seattle. The shuttle is also great for intercity travel and transfers to the San Juan Islands ferry in Anacortes. www.airporter.com

Ferries

Anacortes Ferry Terminal Multiple sailings to the San Juan Islands and Victoria, B.C. 2100 Ferry Terminal Road,

Anacortes 800/843-3779 www.wsdot.com/ferries Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal Multiple sailings to the Gulf Islands, Victoria and Nanaimo.

West end of Hwy 17 Tsawwassen 888/223-3779 www.bcferries.com

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BELLINGHAM IS THE COUNTY SEAT of Whatcom County, the largest population center and a shopping and recreation destination countywide. It’s also an increasingly appealing alternative to Seattle, and a popular choice for those who are seeking big-city amenities without the traffic, crowds and crime.

Like most coastal cities in Washington, Bellingham was built on the fishing industry, and maritime commerce still plays an important part in supporting the town’s economy. Bellingham has also supplemented its income with a thriving retail center that draws millions of Canadians every year.

Bellingham is also the site of Western Washington University, a beautiful campus with more than 14,000 students. The campus is worth a visit to see its outdoor sculptures, the arboretum, or walks on several hiking trails. Climb up the observation tower which provides an expansive view of the city and Bellingham Bay. For those who want to take advantage of the temperate summer weather, Bellingham has more than 40 miles of curated trails spread throughout 10 lush trail systems. Whatcom Falls Park is a must-see, with family friendly trails, lush forest and beautiful waterfalls. South Bay Trail, an easy walk at just over

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2 miles long, follows the curve of the bay as it connects downtown Bellingham with Fairhaven, with Boulevard Park and the Taylor Dock – both favorites with locals and tourists alike – as welcome stops between the two. Larrabee State Park, where hikers can find challenging and scenic hikes to the Oyster Dome or Fragrance Lake, is within easy driving or biking distance. Tucked away just south of Bellingham on the water, Teddy Bear Cove is a favorite spot for locals to bask on the beach.

Bellingham’s downtown scene is bustling with life and activity. The town’s center offers top-quality restaurants featuring the cuisines of everything from classic American to French to Vietnamese as well as fantastic bars and music venues, and continues to grow and evolve each year.

Catch an independent film at the Pickford Film Center or visit the Spark Museum for an interactive history of electricity. Check out what’s on the schedule at the Mount Baker Theatre. This beautifully restored venue offers ballet, plays, concerts for all musical tastes and other compelling entertainment. All of this and more can be found in the ironically nicknamed City of Subdued Excitement.

For more information, visit www.bellingham.org.

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RESET GAMES: ARCADE EDITION

1255 Barkley Boulevard Chocolate and peanut butter. Rhythm and blues. Beer and Pac-Man. Some things just work better together, and if you like mixing your classic video games with delicious local beer, then the new arcade bar Reset Games Arcade Edition will scratch that itch. Recently added to the Reset Games retail store, the Arcade Edition features more than a dozen vintage and modern arcade games and a large selection of locally-brewed craft beers.

THE RACKET

1220 N. State Street Pinball aficionados will love this little bar, an offshoot of the popular Shakedown Bar on State Street. The Racket features a full bar and selection of delicious menu items downstairs, a fantastic selection of pinball cabinets upstairs. The selection of games rotates regularly, so there’s always something new and exciting to discover.

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1208 Bay Street Ryan Stiles is renowned as one of the best improvisational comics in the world. After starring in both the British and American versions of “Whose Line Is It Anyway,” and 11 seasons on the smash hit “The Drew Carey Show,” Stiles returned to Bellingham, where he opened the Upfront. One of the best improv comedy venues in the northwest, the Upfront features regular shows from a strong cast of featured performers. Special events include improvised musicals, off-the-cuff interpretations of “Star Trek” episodes, and the regular floor show, in which Stiles frequently appears.

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People in the Northwest take music to heart. After all, consider the musicians who come from here: Bing Crosby, Jimi Hendrix, Nirvana, Death Cab For Cutie, Michael Bublé, Nelly Furtado, Dianna Krall, Sarah McLachlan, Bryan Adams. We have a proud musical legacy to uphold, and our summer music festivals take that responsibility seriously.

BELLINGHAM FESTIVAL OF MUSIC

Bellingham July 1–17. $224–$302 full season, $35–$45 individual tickets. www.bellinghamfestival.org The Bellingham Festival of Music is a nonprofit organization dedicated to sharing classical music with the community. Over 20 international artists come to town for the festival, led by acclaimed conductor Michael Palmer.

DOE BAY FESTIVAL

Olga, Orcas Island August 4–8. $150 per ticket, $100 for campsites. www.doebayfest.com The Doe Bay Festival is one of the best under-the-radar festivals in the country. The four-day festival features local, national and international artists in an idyllic island setting. One of the hallmarks of the festival is its laid-back attitude. While stages and shows are scheduled in advance, it’s common to see artists just jamming around the campfire with attendees.

DRAYTON HARBOR MUSIC FESTIVAL Blaine July 10–16. Many concerts free. Big Band Benefit $50. www.draytonharbormusic.org

The former Blaine Jazz Festival has evolved into a favorite regional festival and summer music school. Pre-college-age students learn music from some of the country’s top musicians and show off their chops at concerts held throughout the week.

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Blaine August. Free. Discover Pass required to park. www.peacearchpark.org Peace Arch State Park bridges two nations, so it’s only fitting that the concert series celebrates international music. The free concert series, held each Saturday in August, features a wide array of different musical and dance styles from around the world.

SUMMER MELTDOWN

Darrington August 11–14. $195 for a weekend pass, $130 for car camping, $155 for RV camping. www.summermeltdownfest.com About 40 miles inland from Camano Island is the tiny town of Darrington. The city made the news in 2014 as the site of the Oso landslide.

Despite the tragedy, Summer Meltdown, the “biggest little festival in the northwest,” refuses to stay down.

BIRCH BAY MUSIC FESTIVAL

OAK HARBOR MUSIC FESTIVAL

Oak Harbor, Whidbey Island September 2–4. Free. www.oakharborfestival.com Oak Harbor Music Festival raises money for important local causes, including scholarships for graduating seniors. The festival started small but has grown to include 30 bands playing on two main stages over three days.

DJANGOFEST

Langley, Whidbey Island September 21–25 www.djangofestnw.com Billed as the premiere concert for gypsy jazz in North America, DjangoFest brings together talented jazz musicians for a four-day concert series.

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SURREY FUSION FESTIVAL

Surrey, B.C. July 23–24, Free. www.surrey.ca/fusionfestival One of the most distinctive and diverse music festivals of the year happens in the city of Surrey. The Fusion Festival is a two-day celebration of music, food and world culture. More than 50 groups come from throughout the world to play the festival.

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Birch Bay July 29–31. Free. www.birchbaymusicfestival.com Each summer, the Birch Bay Music Festival features one of the most eclectic blends of artists and genres of any festival in the area. 2015’s festival featured traditional folk music, indie acoustic, classic rock, singer-songwriters and more. All proceeds from the festival go towards local animal rescue foundations.

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Lopez Island Historical Society and Museum 28 Washburn Place Lopez Island 360/468-2049 lopezmuseum.org The Lopez Museum features sev-

Orcas Island Historical Museum 181 N Beach Road Eastsound Village 360/376-4849 orcasmuseum.org Six original homestead cabins built during the 1870s and the 1890s were taken apart, moved, reconstructed and sited together to create the museum’s main facility. The cabins not only house the collections but are considered important historical artifacts in themselves. Each cabin serves as a space for interpreting specific aspects of island history as told through the life stories and material culture of the Native American and early European-American settlers of this area.

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San Juan Islands Museum of Art 285 Spring Street Friday Harbor 360/370-5050 sjima.org A visual arts museum in showcasing artist exhibitions and workshops. The museum offers Family Art Days on Saturdays during July and August.

San Juan Museum 405 Price Street Friday Harbor 360/378-3949 sjmuseum.org Honoring heritage and history, the museum gives visitors the opportunity to explore the grounds of the restored King farm house, original county and Scribner’s log cabin, where the exhibits share and interpret the story of the peoples of San Juan Island.

The Whale Museum 62 1st Street N Friday Harbor 360/378-4710 whalemuseum.org The Whale Museum, opened in 1979, was the first museum in the country devoted to a species living in the wild. Today, the museum continues to promote stewardship of whales and the Salish Sea ecosystem through education and research.

WHIDBEY/CAMANO Island County Historical Society 908 NW Alexander Street Coupeville 360/678-3310 wp.islandhistory.org

A museum that features local and regional history including ice age relics, mammoth remains, a fine Native American collection (with cedar dugout canoes), maritime, early settlers, and the first automobile on Whidbey Island (1902 Holsman auto buggy).

South Whidbey Historical Society Museum 312 Second Street Langley 360/221-2101 southwhidbeyhistory.org Focusing on the history of the south end of Whidbey Island, the museum also maintains the McLeod Cabin, an original log building and the Brooks Hill Log House with its photographs of early log structures.

The Stanwood Area Historical Society 27112 102nd Ave NW Stanwood 360/629-6110 sahs-fncc.org The 1890 D. O. Pearson House, home to the general store owner and first mayor of Stanwood, serves as a museum operated by the Stanwood Area Historical Society. Changing exhibits feature settlers from the eastern U.S. and Europe and their interactions with local Skagit and Stillaguamish tribes. Other locations include Floyd Norgaard Cultural Center, Little White Church on the Hill, Camano Pioneer Cemetery, Hevly Cash Store, and Cama Beach Resort.

La Conner Quilt and Textile Museum 703 S. Second Street La Conner 360/466-4288 laconnerquilts.org Located in the historic Gaches mansion, this museum is a space dedicated to the display of textile work from local, national, and international quilters.

Museum of Northwest Art (MoNA) 121 S First Street La Conner 360/466-4446 museumofnwart.org Located in the heart of La Conner this museum offers an exploration of art, diverse cultures and environment in the Northwest, with a series of rotating and permanent collections.

Skagit County Historical Museum 501 S Fourth Street La Conner 360/466-3365 skagitcounty.net/museum From parlors to plows, Native American baskets to Shirley Temple dolls, the museum galleries are overflowing with interesting and often unusual treasures of Skagit County’s vibrant past.

BURLINGTON Children’s Museum of Skagit County 550 Cascade Mall Boulevard Burlington 360/757-8888 skagitchildrensmuseum.net Educational exhibits and events provide kids ages 0–12 with hands-on learning experiences, geared toward promoting an un-

Heritage Flight Museum 15053 Crosswind Drive Burlington 360/424-5151 heritageflight.org A private museum displaying military aircraft, models and memorabilia.

The Marine Life Center 1801 Roeder Avenue Bellingham 360/671-2431 marinelifecenter.org Part of the Northwest Discovery Project, the Marine Life Center introduces visitors to the marine flora and fauna of the Salish Sea.

BELLINGHAM Fairhaven Pharmacy Museum 1115 Harris Avenue Bellingham 360/734-3340 A private museum with collections featuring early pharmaceuticals and medical equipment, photographs and memorabilia of the Fairhaven district and its residents, Pacific American Fisheries salmon canning labels and memorabilia, and high school yearbooks.

Bellingham Railway Museum 1320 Commercial Street Bellingham 360/393-7540 bellinghamrailwaymuseum.org Featuring railroad heritage, history and operations.

Mindport Exhibits 210 W. Holly Street Bellingham, WA 360/647-5614 mindport.org A collection of exhibits focusing on exploration, observation, creativity, play and fun.

SPARK Museum of Electrical Invention 1312 Bay Street Bellingham 360/738-3886 sparkmuseum.org Spark features interactive exhibits displaying the inventions and innovations that changed the course of human history.

Whatcom Museum 121 Prospect Street Lightcatcher Space at 250 Flora Street Bellingham 360/778-8930 whatcommuseum.org Located in downtown Bellingham, this museum displays more than 200,000 artifacts and artworks of regional importance.

Bellingham Maritime Museum 800 Cornwall Avenue Bellingham 360/592-4112 bellinghammaritimemuseum.org Featuring the history of Coast

BLAINE Alaska Packers Association Cannery and Fishing Museum 9261 Semiahmoo Parkway Blaine 360-733-2900 draytonharbormaritime.org Housed in an old cannery building, the museum focuses on the history of fishing and canning in Blaine.

BRITISH COLUMBIA White Rock Museum and Archives 14970 Marine Drive White Rock 604/541-2221 whiterock.museum.bc.ca Located in the historic White Rock Train Station building on the beach this museum caters to residents and visitors who want to learn about White Rock history.

Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society Moncton Street Steveston 604/664-9009 gulfofgeorgiacannery.com Located in the fishing village of Steveston, the largest commercial fishing port in Canada, this museum preserves, presents and promotes the history of Canada’s west coast fishing industry.

Richmond Cultural Centre 7700 Minoru Gate Richmond 604/247-8300 richmond.ca Rotating exhibits dedicated to British Columbia history and culture.

Britannia Heritage Shipyard 5180 Westminster Drive Steveston 604/718-8050 britannia-hss.ca A rare example of the type of village which once served the thriving fishing industry with its canneries, boatyards, stores, homes and its mix of cultures. A national historic site.

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Salish Nations, Pacific Northwest explorers and boat craftsmen.

UBC Museum of Anthropology 6393 NW Marine Drive Vancouver 604/822-5087 moa.ubc.ca The Museum of Anthropology at the University of British Columbia is world-renowned for its collections, research and teaching Vancouver Maritime Museum 1905 Ogden Street Vancouver 604/257-8300 vancouvermaritimemuseum.com Since 1959, the Vancouver Maritime Museum Society has worked to preserve and tell the maritime history of the Pacific Northwest and Arctic. Features the St. Roch, a historic arctic exploration vessel used by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. The museum also has extensive galleries of model ships.

Vancouver Police Museum 240 E. Cordova Street, Vancouver 604/665-3346 vancouverpolicemuseum.ca Housing more than 20,000 artifacts, photos and archival documents, this museum features the history of crime and law enforcement in Vancouver.

Museum of Vancouver 1100 Chestnut Street, Vancouver 604/736-4431 museumofvancouver.ca Vancouver-focused exhibitions and programs that encourage dynamic conversations about Vancouver. Permanent collections detailing life in Vancouver from 1910 to 1970, alongside contemporary exhibits.

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The Lambiel Museum Orcas Island 360/376-4544 lambielmuseum.org The Lambiel Museum features a private collection of original artwork by San Juan Islands artists dating back to 1915. The paintings, drawings, etchings, sculptures, murals, glasswork, photography, and ceramics are exhibited in two buildings and throughout the grounds on 234 feet of waterfront property. The museum features two architectural follies: a round Greek Doric Temple, built in an historically accurate ruined state; and a grotto, three underground rooms dedicated to fantasy.

eral exhibits each year that focus on island history. Alongside permanent First Islanders and Natural History displays, there are rotating exhibits on farming, fishing, place name origins and island communities. The museum also maintains a photo and document archive.

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Anacortes Museum and Maritime Heritage Center 1305 8th Street Anacortes 360/293-1915 museum.cityofanacortes.org The museum houses a collection of hundreds of charts and maps, including railroad maps, town plat maps, nautical charts as well as fish trap maps, exhibits on local fishing and shipbuilding industries.

Artifacts also showcase the lifestyles of early Anacortes residents, and include Native American baskets, hats, arrowheads and other items used in everyday life. The Anacortes Museum’s Maritime Heritage Center includes artifacts, models, graphic displays and historical text all related to the three snagboats that maintained the area’s navigable rivers.

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While there’s not much in the way of entertainment on Lummi compared to the more populated San Juan destinations, you’d be hard-pressed to find a better day trip or relaxing weekend getaway. In between walks on the beach or bike trips along quiet country roads, you can eat at an internationally known restaurant, or at a couple others that are pretty good too.

Chances are, if you’ve heard of Lummi Island it’s because of The Willows Inn, considered by some to be one of the best restaurants on the planet. A meal at Willows Inn is a snapshot of what’s in season at Lummi Island, with multiple courses of locally grown, caught and gathered delicacies prepared by James Beard Award-winning chef Blaine Wetzel. You’ll likely eat some things you’ve never had before and some things prepared in ways you’ve never imagined.

The creativity isn't limited to the culinary arts on this small island; The Lummi Island Artists’ Studio Tour, during which Lummi island artists open their studios to the public for self-guided tours, is held on Memorial Day, Labor Day and the second weekend in November.

On your way home from the island, try your luck at Silver Reef Hotel Casino Spa on the corner of Slater and Haxton roads. The complex offers several restaurants, including the award-winning Steak House and Wine Room. Overnight accommodations make it a great base to travel from. The Lummi Te’Ti’Sen Center is just off I-5 and features a tribal gallery and bead store.

For more information, visit www.lummi-island.com.

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LUMMI ISLAND’S PERSONALITY is split straight down the middle. The north side offers travelers relatively flat country roads winding along the shore, past homes, restaurants, farms and a public beach or two. The rugged south end of the island bursts forth from the Salish Sea and isn’t developed aside from some logging roads.

If you’re looking to stretch your legs, visit one of three nature preserves on the hilled southern end of the island. The Otto and Curry preserves both offer easy walks, but the real hidden gem is the Baker Preserve, with a short but vigorous hike up a steep and winding trail with a great payoff – an overlook with breathtaking views of the San Juan Islands.

To get a feel for the peopled side of the island, bicycle or drive around the north side of the island, stopping to take in the pastoral sights (baby cows!) or to lounge in the sand and rocks at Sunset Beach on West Shore Drive, where you may be able to watch reef netters catching salmon.

Lummi has many of the charms of the other San Juans, but it lacks the crowds. A small Whatcom County ferry shuttles back and forth between Gooseberry Point and Lummi Island a short 10-minute ride - almost constantly. Don’t worry about a reservation or getting to the dock hours early.

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The Coast Salish tribes have a long and storied history in the Pacific Northwest.

The Coast Salish peoples are a linguistically and ethnically related group of individual tribes living on the Pacific Northwest coast, ranging from Tillamook, Oregon north to Bella Coola in British Columbia. In 2013, it was estimated that the Coast Salish numbered close to 60,000 individuals.

The Coast Salish tribes all speak dialects of the Salishan language. Lummi Nation, Nooksack Tribe, Samish Nation, Sauk-Suiattle Tribe, Swinomish Tribe, Tulalip Tribes and Upper Skagit Tribe are found on the U.S. side while the Semiahmoo First Nation, Musqueam First Nation, Tsleil-Waututh First Nation and Tsawwassen First Nation are found north of the border.

Due to the dense forest of the northwest coast, Coast Salish peoples traveled mostly by water in canoes made from western red cedar. Canoes ranged in style from a simple dugout all the way to the impressive war canoe, which could be more than 60 feet long, 8 feet wide and 7 feet high at the bow.

Historically, while the tribes were often connected through marriage or trade, they retained distinct cultures. Coast Salish cultures had important differences from other indigenous North American societies. Theirs was a complex patrilineal society that placed great importance on wealth and class, which was largely hereditary.

You can experience some of the indigenous culture during Coast Salish Days, which will be held June 25–26 in Birch Bay. A parade, sand sculpture competition, tug-of-war competitions and volleyball tournament start Saturday’s festivities culminating with the arrival of the canoe families of the Coast Salish tribes in the evening, followed by a dinner which is open to all.

Cherokee comedian Mitch Factor and Gerald Charlie & The Black Owl Blues Band are slated to perform after the meal. A film festival will feature the work of some of the finest tribal filmmakers working today. The evening will close with a fireworks display over Birch Bay. Sunday’s events will put a greater emphasis on cultural education. Singers will perform traditional tribal songs and dances, and storytellers will share ancient folklore about the tribes and the region.

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MAY 29: Ski to Sea, Bellingham.

JUNE 18: Whidbey Island Garden

Steveston, B.C. Tour boats, enjoy dockside programs and entertainment and more. www.shipstoshore. squarespace.com

JUNE 18: Three Lakes Triathlon,

JULY

This 93.5-mile relay race runs from Mount Baker to downtown Fairhaven. www.skitosea.com

JUNE JUNE 3–5: San Juan Island Artists’

Tour. Explore gardening on Whidbey Island. www.wigt.org Marathon and Half Marathon, Friday Harbor. Run through some of the San Juan Islands’ most beautiful terrain. www.lakedale.com

Studio Tour. Free self-guided tour featuring 13 artists’ studios, along with 39 guest artists. www.sanjuanislandartists.com

JUNE 18–19: Birch Bay Kite Fes-

JUNE 3–5: Blast from the Past,

JUNE 24–26: International Art

Sedro-Woolley. Craft and food vendors, a quilt show, an art show, old-time contests, and a car show. www.sedro-woolley.com

JUNE 4: National Trails Day Free

tival, Birch Bay. Kids skimboarding demo and more. www.birchbaychamber.com and Music Festival at Peace Arch Park, Blaine. A juried art festival featuring artists from both sides of the U.S./Canada border. www. peacearchart.com

JUNE 30–JULY 2: Ships to Shore,

JULY 1–17: Bellingham Festival of

Music. One of America’s premier virtuoso orchestra festivals. www. bellinghamfestival.org

JULY 1–JULY 29: Downtown

Sounds, Bellingham. Wednesday evening live music series in downtown Bellingham. www. downtownbellingham.com/downtown-sounds/

the Lawn, Friday Harbor, San Juan Island. Wednesday evenings at 6:30 p.m. Bring blankets or lawn chairs and a picnic, and enjoy an evening of great music.

JULY 6–AUGUST 31: Sounds of Summer Music Series, Surrey. Free live music series in Surrey’s garden parks. www.surrey.ca

JULY 9–10: Skagit County Highland Games, Mount Vernon. Bagpiping and drumming competitions, bagpipe bands, and more. www. celticarts.org

JULY 10–12: Tour de Delta, Delta, B.C. A weekend of cycling races. www.tourdedelta.ehosting.ca

JULY 10–15: Whidbey Island Race Week, Oak Harbor. Watch boats race at the annual regatta and take a ride on the Island Whaler boat. www.whidbeyislandraceweek.com

Day, Washington state. Entry into Washington State Parks is free. No Discover Pass is required. www.discoverpass.wa.gov

JULY 10–16: Drayton Harbor Music Festival, Blaine. Six days of jazz music and classes, with a huge concert on July 11. www.draytonharbormusic.org

JUNE 4–5: Anacortes Waterfront

Festival. Arts and crafts, family events, great food and more. www. anacortes.org/waterfront-festival

JULY 14–AUGUST 21: Shake-

JUNE 4–5: Doors Open Richmond, Richmond, B.C. A free weekend-long, city-wide public celebration of heritage, culture and arts. www.richmond.ca

speare under the Stars: Romeo and Juliet, Friday Harbor, San Juan Island. Shakespeare performance

by Island Stage Left. www.visitsanjuans.com

JUNE 5: Subaru World Record

JULY 16: Art-2-Jazz, Blaine. Street

Event, Birch Bay. Help make the longest line of Subarus. www.birchbaychamber.com

JUNE 11: National Get Outdoors

Day, Washington state. Entry into Washington State Parks is free. No Discover Pass is required. www.discoverpass.wa.gov

JUNE 11: Crab dash, Camano Island. Five or 10K on Camano Island. www.camanocenter.org

JUNE 17–19: Berry Dairy Days,

Burlington. Festival with strawberry shortcake, salmon barbecue, parade, car show and more. www. burlington-chamber.com

JUNE 17: Summer Solstice Art

Walk, Fairhaven. Walk the Fairhaven historic district and take in local art exhibits and demonstrations. www.fairhaven.com

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JULY 6–AUGUST 10: Music on

JUNE 18: Summer Solstice Parade,

Eastsound, Orcas Island. A whimsical and delightful foot parade cel-

JULY 1–SEPTEMBER 4: Music in JUNE 25: Steveston Wine Fest,

Steveston, B.C. B.C. and international wine samples as well as food samples. www.stevestoninsider. com

JUNE 25–AUGUST 27: Films on

the Village Green, Fairhaven Outdoor Cinema. Enjoy live music at sunset and a popular movie. www. fairhavenoutdoorcinema.com

JUNE 25–26: Coast Salish Days, Birch Bay. Coast Salish celebration and canoe journey welcome. www. birchbaychamber.com

JUNE 25–JULY 4: Loggerodeo

Fourth of July Celebration, Sedro-Woolley. Washington’s oldest Independence Day celebration with chain saw competition, logging show, bluegrass, carnival and more. www.sedro-woolley.com

fair, arts and crafts and live music. www.blainechamber.com

JULY 23–24: Surrey Fusion Festival. A celebration of music, food and culture. Info: www.surrey.ca

JULY 23–24: Birch Bay Sandcastle

Contest. Watch the beach at Birch Bay transform into a series of sandcastles and sculptures. www.birchbaychamber.com

JULY 23: Orcas Island Cider and

Mead Festival, Eastsound. Featuring a variety of hard cider and mead producers from California to Canada. www.orcasislandciderfest.org

JULY 23: Boundary Bay Airshow, Delta, B.C. Flight demonstrations, interesting aircraft, kids activities and more. Free. www.czbb.com

JULY 30–AUGUST 1: Tsawwassen Sun Festival. Parade, music, antiques, slow pitch tournament, fireworks, food vendors, etc. www. sunfestival.ca

AUGUST AUGUST 1–2: Point Roberts Arts

and Music Festival. Music, arts and crafts and great food. www.pointrobertsartsandmusicfestival.org

AUGUST 4–7: Whidbey Island Area Fair, Langley. 4-H exhibits, auctions and shows; live music on the Eva Mae Gabelein stage; log show; fair university and carnival. www.whidbeyislandfair.com

AUGUST 4–20: Orcas

Anacortes – www.anacortes.org Bellingham – www.bellingham.com Blaine – www.blainechamber.com Friday Harbor – www.visitsanjuans. com Oak Harbor – www.oakharbor.org Surrey – www.surrey.ca

Watch the premier cycling event in Canada. www.tourdewhiterock.ca

JULY 16–17: Skagit Artists Together Studio Tour, Anacortes and Skagit Valley. Tour the studios of artists exhibiting a wide range of work. www. skagitartistsstogether.com

Yacht and Car Show. Celebrating La Conner’s maritime history and industry. www.lovelaconner.com

Boat Festival, Steveston, B.C. Boat races, entertainment and more. www.stevestondragonboatfestival. ca

AUGUST 6: Shaw Island Classic

AUGUST 21: Quilt Walk and Car

AUGUST 6–7: Drayton Harbor

AUGUST 23: 6th Annual Garlic

Sailboat Race, Friday Harbor. Yacht race around Shaw Island. www.visitsanjuans.com Days, Blaine. A weekend of Tall Ships, kids activities, the “Prestigious George Raft Race,” arts, crafts and food vendors. www. blainechamber.com

AUGUST 6–7: Richmond Maritime

Show, Ladner, B.C. Walk around to see handmade quilts and vintage cars. www.ladnerbusiness.com

Festival, Richmond, B.C. Entertainment, cooking demos, garlic, garlic goods and garlic ice cream. www. garlicfestival.sharingfarm.ca

AUGUST 25: National Park Ser-

AUGUST 27: Wondermud, Fern-

JULY 16–17: San Juan Island Lav-

JULY 16–17: Tour de White Rock.

AUGUST 20: Steveston Dragon

AUGUST 7–28: Peace Arch In-

tival. Live music and more. www. birchbaymusicfestival.com

Juan Island. Art, music, library book sale and more. www.sanjuanisland. org

Almost every waterside community has an Independence (July 4) or Canada (July 1) day celebration. Visit their individual websites for more info: The largest celebrations follow:

AUGUST 6: La Conner Classic

Whidbey Island. Ride one of six routes through lovely Whidbey Island. www.whidbeygen.org

JULY 29–31: Birch Bay Music Fes-

JULY 1: Steveston Salmon Festival.

ender Festival. Lavender farm tours, harvest, demonstrations, crafts and food. www.visitsanjuans.com

AUGUST 20: Tour de Whidbey,

tival. Featuring 250 diverse booth artisans and more than 30 Northwest artists. www.anacortesartsfestival.com

ingham, WA. Whatcom County road bike race. www.tourdewhatcom.com

cas Island. Doe Bay Resort and Retreat’s festival features musicians, local cuisine, camping and more. www.doebayfest.com

Parade, craft fair, trade show, children’s festival, Youth Rock Fest and more. www.stevestonsalmonfest.ca

AUGUST 5–7: Anacortes Arts Fes-

vice 99th Birthday Free Day, Washington state. Entry into Washington State Parks is free. No Discover Pass is required. www.discoverpass. wa.gov

the Park, Friday Harbor, San Juan Island. Enjoy free music concerts on Friday evenings at 5 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. www.visitsanjuans. com

JULY 16: Summer Art Fair, San

Orcas Island artists. www.orcasartistsstudiotour.com

Festival, Richmond, B.C. Celebrate all things waterfront from wooden boats to sea creatures. www.richmondmaritimefestival.ca

JULY 23: Tour de Whatcom, Bell-

JULY 16: Shipwreck Fest, Anacortes. Community garage sale, flea market and antique sale with food vendors. www.shipwreckfest.com

show and pancake breakfast. www. visitsanjuans.com

AUGUST 4–8: Doe Bay Fest, Or-

Island Chamber Music Festival, Eastsound, Orcas Island. Concerts from renowned artists, seminars, rehearsals and more. www.oicmf.org

AUGUST 5–7: Stanwood-Camano Community Fair, Stanwood. The largest community fair in Washington state. www.stanwoodcamanofair.org

AUGUST 5–7: Eastsound Fly-in

and Antique Car Show, Orcas Island. See interesting aircraft and flying demonstrations, with car

ternational Concert Series, Blaine.

Music and dance from around the world on August Sundays. www. peacearchpark.org

AUGUST 8: Whidbey Island Highland Games. Scottish music, culture, and enjoy the variety of Celtic performances. www.wihg.org

AUGUST 10–13: Skagit County Fair, Mount Vernon. Carnival and rides, live music, car show, and kids’ zone. www.skagitcounty.net/fair

AUGUST 13: Concours d’Elegance, Lopez Island. Annual car party showcasing antique, unique and unusual cars. www.visitsanjuans. com

AUGUST 13–14: Roll Back Weekend, Birch Bay. Mega car show, live music, food booths and ’50s retro weekend.

AUGUST 13–14: Coupeville Arts

& Crafts Festival. Juried arts and crafts festival featuring nearly 200 artisans in 16 different categories. www.coupevillefestival.com

AUGUST

15–20:

Northwest Washington Fair, Lynden. Entertainment, live music, carnival rides, fair food, animal exhibits and more. www.nwwafair.com

AUGUST 17–20: San Juan Coun-

ty Fair, San Juan Island. Sweet old-fashioned small-town county fair. www.visitsanjuans.com

AUGUST 19–21: Orcas Island Art-

ists’ Studio Tour, Orcas Island. Visit the working studios of 35 premier

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ebrating the summer solstice. Info: visitsanjuans.com

er Shakespeare Festival, Mount Vernon. Performing Two Noble Kinsmen and Romeo and Juliet. www. shakesnw.org

dale. A fun mud race on 2.5 miles with 22 dirty obstacles. www.mudstosuds.com

AUGUST 27–28: Discover Birch

Bay Days. Family fun with a parade, arts and crafts fair, crab feed, fireworks and more. www.birchbaychamber.com

SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER 2–4: Oak Harbor Music Festival, Whidbey Island.

Music festival with food, arts and crafts. www.oakharborfestival.com

SEPTEMBER 3–4: Lopez Island

SEPTEMBER 21–25: DjangoFest

Northwest, Whidbey Island. The premier showcase of gypsy jazz in North America. www.djangofestnw. com

SEPTEMBER 24: Island Quest,

San Juan Islands. Pick your own route to the finish line in this fun adventure race. www.recreationnorthwest.org

SEPTEMBER 25: Bellingham Bay

Artists’ Studio Tour. Free self-guided tour of artists’ studios. Art for sale. www.lopezstudiotour.com

Marathon, Bellingham, WA. Boston qualifier marathon with live music and beer garden at finish. www. bellinghambaymarathon.org.

SEPTEMBER 10: Skagit River

SEPTEMBER 25: Oyster Run,

Salmon Festival, Anacortes. Entertainment, salmon barbecue, kids activities, craft vendors and more. www.skagitriverfest.org

SEPTEMBER 10: Whatcom County Farm Tour. Free, self-guided, family friendly farm tour. www.sustainableconnections.org

SEPTEMBER 17: Bite of Skagit,

Mount Vernon. Music, food from local restaurants, beer and wine garden, food demos and kids activities. www.biteofskagit.org

SEPTEMBER 17: Bellingham Traverse. Run, bike and paddle through Bellingham’s scenic parks, winding trails and open waterways. www. bellinghamtraverse.com

Anacortes. Largest motorcycle run in the northwest. Free, no time schedule and no required route. www.oysterrun.org

SEPTEMBER 26: National Pub-

lic Lands Free Day, Washington state. Entry into Washington State Parks is free. No Discover Pass is required. www.discoverpass.wa.gov

SEPTEMBER 30–OCTOBER 3: Quilt and Fiber Arts Festival, La Conner. Fiber art show, workshops, vendors, auctions, demonstrations and more. www.lovelaconner.com

SEPTEMBER 30–OCTOBER 1: Bellingham SeaFeast, Bellingham.

A waterfront and seafood festival. www.bellinghamseafest.com

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Despite the fact that Birch Bay is not officially recognized as a town, it is one of the most concentrated population centers in Whatcom County, and one of the most visited. Around 8,000 people make the charming waterfront community their home year-round, and those numbers swell to more than 20,000 in the summer, when tourists clamor to take advantage of the region’s vibrant vacation rental market and campgrounds.

In 2015, Trip Advisor named Birch Bay one of the best vacation destinations in the western U.S., thanks to its beautiful views, low cost and ideal location, situated within comfortable driving range of the bustling urban centers of Seattle and Vancouver.

The bay is an epicenter for birdwatching activities, as it is situated along the Pacific Flyway, a highly traveled migration route. Terrel Creek and Birch Bay State Park are both excellent locations to spend some time birdwatching for dunlin, brant, black-bellied plover and more.

Each year, the Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce works hard to put on weekend-long festivals that highlight what the region has to offer. Discover Birch Bay Days and Crabfest, held in late August, celebrates Birch Bay’s history and its exceptional crabbing scene; the Sandcastle Festival highlights Birch Bay’s

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In the summer, check out the Birch Bay Waterslides, the biggest waterpark in the region, or race go-karts and play miniature golf at Miniature World. Take advantage of the beautiful bay by heading out in a kayak, paddleboard or boat, or rent a bike or scooter at Paddle and Pedal Adventures to check out the scenery along the coast. And campers should be sure to check out Birch Bay State Park, which features rich northwestern vegetation and gorgeous views of the bay as well as educational summer programs for kids and adults alike.

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Whether you favor Dungeness crab, fresh-caught salmon, mussels or oysters, the coast is home to a bounty of seafood that is fun to catch and tasty to eat.

Regulations for each species are complex and can change with conditions, so check with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife or Fisheries and Oceans Canada before harvesting.

Here’s a quick primer on the popular fishing and shellfish harvesting activities in our area.

CRABBING In northwest Washington and lower mainland B.C., recreational crabbing means Dungeness and red rock crab. All you need to get started is a fishing license with a crab endorsement, a baited crab pot and a place to fish.

Many people simply tie their traps to the end of the local fishing pier, leave them submerged for the day and haul them up in time for dinner.

The summer crab season is subject to change. To find out when the crab season opens where you are, visit wdfw.wa.gov/fishing/shellfish/crab. The summer season runs through Labor Day in Washington, and the winter season opens the next day.

In Canada, crabbing is permitted year-round with localized closures around ferry terminals and sensitive habitats. In both Washington and B.C., it’s illegal to keep female crabs.

Get your crabbing gear from a local marine or fishing shop, and ask a knowledgeable employee how to set it up properly. Shop employees are a friendly resource to get you started on your crabbing adventure, and they can tell you where to get a license and read up on regulations. If you ask nicely, they may even reveal the best local crabbing spots.

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Nothing is quite like finding dinner while strolling along the beach. Manila clams, butter clams, native littlenecks, mussels and world-class Pacific and Olympia oysters – all but the mussels and oysters require a little digging, but that’s half the fun.

Many people consider oysters to be a delicacy, but may not know they are also highly nutritious: rich in proteins, vitamins and minerals.

While most oysters that wind up on a plate are commercially harvested on oyster farms, recreational harvesting is popular throughout Washington. State regulations require all recreationally harvested oysters to be shucked on the beach so the next generation of oysters can reuse the empty shells.

For the same reasons they are so flavorful, clams, mussels and oysters are also susceptible to toxins: as filter feeders, they concentrate the elements and compounds that are passed through each step of the food chain. Because of this, it is important to pay attention to beach closures to avoid harvesting contaminated shellfish. Shellfish harvesting is prohibited on the mainland coast of B.C. from Vancouver south to the American

border. Check the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife website, wdfw.wa.gov, for beach closures in Washington.

FISHING The Pacific Northwest is famous for its salmon. Recreational salmon fishing is incredibly popular in Washington and British Columbia. Chinook, coho, chum, pink and sockeye are the most commonly fished salmon species. Steelhead, bull trout and coastal cutthroat trout are also “Salmonids” native to the area.

In Washington Marine Area 7, which encompasses the San Juan Islands and the mainland coast from Mount Vernon to Point Roberts, the best times to fish for Chinook are in February and March and again in late July and early August. Coho can be caught in September and October, while pinks (or “humpys”) can be caught in August and September, but only on years that end in an odd number.

In addition to salmon, lingcod and rockfish are popular fisheries in the coastal waters of B.C. Check the Fisheries and Oceans Canada website, pac.dfo-mpo.gc.ca, to find limits and season dates.

You can go sport fishing for halibut and tuna from a chartered motorboat, or see what you can catch casting from the local fishing pier. La Conner, Oak Harbor, Anacortes, Bellingham, Blaine and Gooseberry Point west of Bellingham all have public fishing/crabbing piers. North of the border, you can find piers in White Rock and along the south arm of the Fraser River in Richmond and Ladner.

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7738 Portal Way, Custer, WA • I-5 Exit 270 Toll Free 1-877-410-9599 • Local 1-360-366-3947

www.GolfAtGrandview.com

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DST Not For Navigation 49° 0’ 0”N - 122° 46’ 0”W

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THE INCREDIBLE

Tides at Cherry Point 2016

Family Beach Getaway!

2015 2016 Birch Bay Summer Events Sandcastle Competition July 23 & 24 Multiple categories, fun for everyone from amateurs to professionals

Subaru Guinness Event June 5

Kite Festival June 18 & 19

Guinness World Record attempt for longest line of Subarus!

Kites, vendors, skim boarding demos, kite crafts, free kites for kids.

Coast Salish Days June 25 & 26 Celebrating the culture & history of the Coast Salish people.

Discover Rollback Weekend Birch Bay Days August 13 & 14 August 27 & 28 50s retro weekend, car show, live music, cruise the drive!

Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Information Center ★

Parade, craft fair, Ducky Derby, live music, crab boil.

s t a y. p l a y. d i n e .

7900 Birch Bay Drive • Birch Bay, WA 360-371-5004 • www.BirchBayChamber.com

PHOTO BY RUTH LAUMAN PHOTO BY RUTH LAUMAN

BLAINE

PHOTO BY RUTH LAUMAN

EXPERIENCE

Blaine

Visit Peace Arch State Park Ride the Historic Plover Festivals & Events Maritime Playground

TOWN & HARBOR

Public Pier & Marina Shoreline Trails & Parks

Photo: Ruth Lauman

Lodging

VISITOR CENTER • DOWNTOWN BLAINE • 728 PEACE PORTAL DR.

Visit: StayInnBlaine.com From World-class Semiahmoo Resort to Charming Bed and Breakfasts.

BLAINECHAMBER.COM

360.332.4544

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WASHINGTON’S NORTHWEST CORNER

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BLAINE, WASHINGTON, NESTLED right on the border between the U.S. and Canada, is a confluence of American and Canadian culture. For millions of Canadians entering the U.S. every year, Blaine is the welcome mat, setting the tone for their trip into Washington.

The seaside community was built on the back of the seafood industry, and has thrived in modern times thanks to its friendly atmosphere, beautiful views and strong relationship with Canada.

For decades, Blaine was the hub of the Alaska Packers Association (APA), which operated a salmon cannery on Semiahmoo spit, a long, thin strip of land reaching out into Drayton Harbor. Today, the cannery is closed, but Semiahmoo is still thriving, the site of high-end homes and Semiahmoo Resort, Golf and Spa. While on the spit, visit the APA Museum which commemorates the history of local fishermen and the cannery that purchased their catch. Semiahmoo spit is a great place to take a walk, while enjoying the views and a wonderful sea breeze – take a break to comb the beach or watch seabirds searching for food.

Downtown Blaine offers sea views and several public parks.

Marine Park, located along the narrow Marine Drive (just off Peace Portal Drive), features an outdoor amphitheater, Telescope Beach, and a newly constructed, marine-themed playground for kids. Across the street is Blaine Harbor, where the historic Plover ferry docks. The Plover is a holdover from

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The Peace Arch City

Photo: Ruth Lauman

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blaine.

Blaine’s fishing heritage, when it used to carry workers back and forth from the Alaska Packers Association cannery. Today, on summer weekends from Memorial Day to Labor Day, the ferry carries tourists and locals along that same route. Rides are by donation.

Then there’s Peace Arch State Park, which features the iconic Peace Arch monument. The monument, dedicated in 1921, symbolizes the special relationship and lasting peace between the U.S. and Canada, and is inscribed with “Brethren Dwelling Together in Unity” on the Canadian side and “Children of a Common Mother” on the U.S. side. The Peace Arch isn’t the only reason to visit this park, though – it features beautifully landscaped gardens, an annual sculpture display and is a relaxing place to take a break before heading across the border.

Diners will find international foods and local seafood in Blaine, and plenty of ways to keep entertained.

Bird watching from Blaine Marine Park is a favorite activity. Stroll down to the end of Marine Drive to the public pier for spectacular views of Semiamoo and Boundary Bay.

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2016

Six days of intensive study, self-discovery, and opportunities to play & perform with professionals.

The tall ship Lady Washington will sail to western Washington ports over summer 2016. She is a replica of the original Lady Washington, a Revolutionary War privateer, and will be accompanied by the Hawaiian Chieftan during her tour.

In 1788, she became the first American vessel to make landfall on the west coast of North America.

The first American ship to visit Honolulu, Hong Kong and Japan, she was a pioneer in Pan-Pacific trade and opened up the market for black pearl and sandalwood trade between Hawaii and Asia when King Kamehameha became a partner in the ship.

In 2007, the legislature designated the modern Lady Washington, launched in 1989 as part of Washington state’s centennial celebration, as Washington’s official ship.

The new Lady Washington is a U.S. Coast Guard-inspected and certified passenger sailing vessel. She was featured in the first of the “Pirates of the Caribbean” movies starring Johnny Depp.

At many of Lady Washington’s summer stops the public will have the opportunity to participate in tours and excursions, the most popular of which are the battle sails. These sails are recreations of a typical 18th-century naval battle, complete with cannon fire.

For more information about the ship, visit www.historicalseaport.org.

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Blaine Harbor Experience Authentic Thai Cuisine with Waterfront Dining • 825 Peace Portal Dr. • Downtown Blaine Just minutes from I-5 Exit 276 • www.ChadaThaiUSA.com

Full service marina to the San Juan & Gulf Islands Just 2 minutes from Interstate 5 & the U.S./Canada border

Jazz Band • Classical/Contemporary Ensemble • Jazz Choir & Solo Vocal • Let’s Rock • Improvisation and more!

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WWW.DRAYTONHARBORMUSIC.ORG

Visitor and permanent moorage available (360) 647-6176

360-332-3267

AGES 12-19 | REGISTER ONLINE TODAY!

24, 25 & 26

BLAINE

(Drayton Harbor Days)

lady washington

www.portofbellingham.com blaineharbor@portofbellingham.com

BLAINE HARBOR

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July 19–August 3: Bellingham August 5–7: Blaine

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PHOTO BY STEVE GUNTLI

Blaine’s Old-fashioned 4th of July Celebration will take you back to a simpler time when the whole town got together to commemorate the founding of the nation. A parade, pancake breakfast, car show, street fair and more makes for a fun day which culminates in the best fireworks display in the county.

Don’t miss it!

For more information, visit www.blainechamber.com.

SCHEDULE:

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The Blaine Chamber of Commerce Welcomes You!

“I need the sea because it teaches me.”

2016 Events

Summer Events

May through October

Find your Bliss at Evergreen Cannabis!

Blaine Gardeners Market

Canada U.S.A.

Weekends through Labor Day

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D Street

MV Plover ferry rides

H Street

May 21 & 22

Blaine l Dr .

275

Must be 21+

Downtown Blaine www.egcannabis.com

360-332-8922 This product has intoxicating effects and may be habit forming. Marijuana can impair concentration, coordination, and judgment. Do not operate a vehicle or machinery under the influence of this drug. There may be health risks associated with consumption of this product. For use only by adults twenty-one and older.

Keep out of the reach of children.

June 24 - 26

International Art & Music Festival at Peace Arch Park

July 4

Aargh, ye mateys!

Smuggler’s Inn

Victorian Bed & Breakfast

2480 Canada View Drive, Blaine WA • 360-332-1749 www.SmugglersInnBlaine.com

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Springfest Art Tour

Open 7 Days 922 Peace Portal Drive

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May through October

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• Buds • Edibles • Waxes • Oils • Topicals

Peace Arch International Sculpture Exhibit

Come play on Blaine’s new Marine Park Playground!

Old Fashioned 4th of July parade, street fair, car show & fireworks

July 10 - 16

Drayton Harbor Music Festival

July 16 Art-2-Jazz Street Fair

Located on Marine Drive

Blaine

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

& VISITOR INFORMATION CENTER

August 6 & 7

Photo: Ruth Lauman

Photo: Ruth Lauman

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– Pablo Naruda

Need a bite to eat?

Visit these participants of the Bite of Blaine (held annually in February)

Blaine

Drayton Harbor Days tall ships, street fair, kids’ activities, wooden & steam boat displays

Sundays, August 7 -28 Peace Arch Park Int’l Concert Series

Burrito King

1733 H St. • #260 360-656-5132

Fall & Spring Events October 15

Bountiful Harvest Scarecrow displays, pumpkin painting, crafts, fall produce & music

December 3

Holiday Harbor Lights Tree lighting, Santa arrival, boat parade, fun run

February 20, 2017 Bite of Blaine food festival

758 Peace Portal 360-332-4045

9565 Semiahmoo Pkwy 360-318-2090 Drayton Harbor Oyster Company

677 Peace Portal Drive 360-312-7047

429 Peace Portal Drive 1733 H Street 8115 Birch Bay Square St.

458 Peace Portal Drive 360-366-8760 679 Peace Portal Dr. 360-332-TONY 456 C St. 360-332-8733

Birch Bay

March 2017

Wings Over Water NW Birding Festival 1700 Peace Portal Drive 360-332-9400

7876 Birch Bay Dr. 360-922-0816

728 Peace Portal Drive • Downtown Blaine (360) 332-6484 • 1-800-624-3555 www.blainechamber.com Facebook.com/BlaineChamber

To enter Canada: If you are a citizen of the U.S., while you do not need a passport to enter Canada you will need one to return into the U.S. Regardless, you still need proof of your citizenship, such as a birth certificate, certificate of citizenship or naturalization, as well as photo identification. If you are a permanent resident of Canada or the U.S, you should bring your permanent resident card with you.

To enter the U.S.: Canadian citizens should carry a Canadian passport, a valid trusted traveler program card (FAST, NEXUS or SENTRI), or an enhanced driver’s license (EDL).

U.S. citizens should carry a U.S. passport, valid trusted traveler program card (FAST, NEXUS or SENTRI), enhanced driver’s license (EDL), military ID with official travel orders, U.S. Merchant Mariner document, enhanced tribal card or American Indian card.

Children: U.S. and Canadian children under the age of 16 will need to present a birth certificate or other proof of citizenship. Be prepared to prove that you have written parental consent for any minor children traveling with you. If you have legal custody or if you share custody, have copies of relevant legal documents, such as custody rights. If you are not the custodian, a parent or legal guardian, carry a letter of permission authorizing you to have custody when entering Canada or the U.S. A letter would also facilitate entry if only one parent is traveling with their offspring. The letter should contain contact telephone numbers for the parent or legal guardian. If you are traveling as part of a group of vehicles, be sure that your family is in the same vehicle when you arrive at the border.

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Pets: A proof of rabies vaccination is required for dogs and recommended for cats.

Declarations and exemptions: • Review what is allowable to take into the U.S. or Canada before you reach the border. The list changes frequently and can catch the unwary traveler by surprise. Surprises are the last thing anyone needs when going through a border.

• Declare everything you’re bringing into the country, even if you bought it at a duty free shop.

• Have receipts for all purchases readily available.

When you’re crossing the border, be prepared to answer the following questions for each person in the car: • Where are you from?

• Where are you going?

• How long are you staying?

• What do you do for work?

• What is the value of goods with you?

• Do you have any weapons? (None allowed) • Do you have any fruit or vegetables? (There are restrictions) • Are you leaving anything in the country?

For more info: U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) www.cbp.gov 877/227-5511 Blaine office: 360/332-5771

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Traveling between Canada and the United States is easy, as long as you have the proper documents. Travelers must present a passport or other approved secure document denoting citizenship and identity for all land and sea travel into the U.S. To cross, you will need one of the following documents:

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Always declare when you are transporting $10,000 or more in or out of the U.S. or Canada.

Prescription and over the counter medication should be in its original container.

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WHITE ROCK AND SURREY

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WHITE ROCK HAS BEEN CALLED Metro Vancouver’s Riviera. To local pilots it’s the “hole in the sky,” often sunny when neighboring communities are not. Add a 1,500-foot pier jutting out from a 5-mile sandy beach lined with an elegant promenade and it’s not hard to see the comparison.

Across from the promenade, Marine Drive is lined with boutique shops and waterfront restaurants. In the summertime, families fan out across the sandy beach, building sandcastles, swimming or just soaking up the sun. Children dive off the lower levels of the pier, and people drop traps to catch a crab for dinner. After a satisfying meal diners frequently grab a gelato and stroll out the pier to watch the sunset.

The summer is also time for festivals at the beach. On July 1, the community celebrates Canada’s birthday with a full day of fun ending with fireworks at night. The White Rock Sea Festival on the first weekend in August celebrates White Rock’s tradition of summertime fun with a skim board competition, a torchlight parade, entertainment and vendors lining the promenade. On six Saturdays in July and August, enjoy TD Concerts at the Pier next to the historic train station now home to the White Rock museum.

10 MINUTES FROM THE TRUCK BORDER CROSSING EXIT 275

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A sunny spot

in the lower mainland

PHOTO BY PAT GRUBB

white rock & surrey.

White Rock gets its name from the nearly 500-ton boulder receding glaciers deposited on the shore, just east of the pier.

According to a Coast Salish legend, a young Indian chief threw it across the Strait of Georgia and its landing spot marked where he would build a home for his new wife. While today it is kept white with regular coats of paint, in earlier times guano from seabirds gave it its distinctive color that, with its size, made it an ideal landmark for 19th century sailors.

At the eastern end of the beach, the Grand Chief Bernard Charles Memorial Plaza celebrates the city’s close ties with its Semiahmoo First Nation neighbors.

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Crescent Beach to the north is another popular waterfront spot, with safe swimming in the warm waters of Boundary Bay, and the Blackie Spit Nature Reserve with miles of trails popular with birdwatchers.

There’s even more to White Rock – Softball City is home to world championship tournaments and Tour de White Rock cycling race on July 16 and 17 brings professional racers to town, and offers activities for amateurs as well. Golfers are in paradise, with 15 golf courses close to downtown.

For more information, visit www.inwhiterock.com.

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RICHMOND CALLS ITSELF THE “island city, by nature,” a tidy way of summing up its rich diversity.

Richmond, with the village of Steveston on its southern flank, grew on the islands of the delta where the Fraser River flows into the Strait of Georgia. Its roots as a farming and fishing community are still an important part of what is today a humming metropolis.

The Gulf of Georgia Cannery and the Britannia Heritage Shipyard national historic sites in Steveston bracket a cozy town center and a port that is home to the heart of Canada’s largest fishing fleet. Visitors can buy seafood right off the dock – halibut, salmon and shrimp are common – or enjoy the ocean’s bounty in the restaurants that line the river and the downtown streets.

Steveston is also the jumping-off place for tours of local waters where visitors can see sea lions, orca whales and eagles.

On Canada Day, July 1, it’s the Salmon Festival, and 1,200 pounds of wild salmon will be grilled over open fire pits as the highlight of a day that also features a parade, cultural shows and a craft fair.

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From the Japanese and Chinese workers in Steveston’s boatyards and canneries, Richmond has grown into a community in which 60 percent of its estimated 214,000 inhabitants are of Asian heritage.

It has been called the Asian food capital of North America. The Golden Village, a warren of mini malls between Garden City Road and No. 3 Road, is home to a dizzying array of restaurants from classical Chinese dim sum to pan-Asian fusion. In three blocks of Alexandra Street there are over 200 restaurants.

The area is also home to the Aberdeen Center, most likely the largest Asian mall outside of Asia, and the Daiso Japanese megastore.

The night market off Bridgeport Road is another place to dive into the Asian melting pot of Richmond. From April through September the market has more than 60 food booths and 200-plus other vendors.

A stretch of No. 5 Road known as the Highway to Heaven is home to many places of worship, such as two spectacular Buddhist temples, showcasing the variety of faiths in the community. Many of the churches and temples are open to visitors.

Richmond is ringed by an extensive dike trail system, connecting dozens of parks. The Richmond Nature Park is 200 acres of the raised peat bog habitat that once covered the area, and five kilometers of trails invite visitors to explore its unique plants and animals.

In 2010, Richmond was one of the venues for the Vancouver Olympic Games and the legacy of the games continues in the magnificent Richmond Oval, which today offers a multitude of recreational and physical fitness opportunities.

For more information, visit www.tourismrichmond.com.

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Ladner and Tsawwassen are located on the Pacific Flyway, and the surrounding fields, wetlands and waterways are vital stopovers for millions of birds on their annual migration. One of the best places to observe all kinds of birds is at the Reifel Bird Sanctuary in Ladner. Take River Road West, and turn right for the bridge to Westham Island. Just before the bridge is a small park where often you’ll have a close-up view of Steller sea lions sunning on the docks.

Tsawwassen is located on the north end of the same peninsula occupied by Point Roberts.

More suburban than village, the main drag, 56th Street, is jammed with restaurants, boutiques, personal service establishments and food markets.

Surrounded by blue waters and blue skies

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IMAGINE A DAY THAT BEGINS with the sun rising over Mt. Baker and Boundary Bay and ends with it sinking into the Salish Sea. In between those two fiery events, you’ve gone for a lazy stroll or bike ride on a dike beside a river or the sea, wandered into a small-town history museum, bought salmon off a dock which you will later grill on the beach, done some shopping in little boutiques and have kayaked through a quiet slough with only Steller sea lions and great blue herons to keep you company.

You might think you’re in paradise, but you’ve come to Ladner Village and Tsawwassen, B.C., two of Waterside’s best-kept secrets.

Ladner and its surrounding horse and vegetable farms will make you want to get out and walk or bike. Traffic is light and the terrain is flat. Downtown you will find historic buildings, hometown merchants and a compelling local museum. Have a drink or bite to eat while you watch boat traffic on the peaceful and picturesque Ladner Slough.

Rent a kayak at Ladner Slough and paddle through the backwaters of the Fraser River. Great blue herons and eagles soar overhead while you explore small islands and marshlands abutting the waterway.

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Close by, you’ll find fields full of baseball players, fitness centers, trails wandering through nature reserves and cyclists everywhere – you’re not in couch potato land here.

All the same, if you feel like a little downtime, head to Centennial Beach for a swim and to sprawl on the soft sands of Boundary Bay. Miles of sand flats warm the waters of afternoon tides to a comfortable 26°C/80°F. Tour De Delta, an exciting bike race that winds through Ladner (July 9) and Tsawwassen (July 10). Boundary Bay Airport, which began life in 1941 for training Commonwealth aircrews during WWII, holds an annual airshow, which this year is held July 23. The Tsawwassen Sun Festival is held on B.C. Day weekend (July 30-August 1) and features plenty of good food, music and other entertainment.

The Ladner Open Market is not to be missed – it’s held on Sundays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., June 12 and 26, July 10 and 24, August 14 and 28 and September 11.

For more information, visit www.tourismdelta.com.

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Point Roberts Marina So close you are already there ... Marina • Compass Rose Bar & Grill • Wake My Day Cafe

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WITH THE SALISH SEA ON THREE SIDES and the U.S./Canada border on the fourth, Point Roberts is an Steak & Seafood Restaurant island of serenity next to the bustle of the Vancouver metropolitan area.

You can feel it as soon as you cross the border. The streets are narrower and lined with forests and fields, with views of the sea popping up. Drivers wave when they pass on the road, and give a wide berth to the horses, cyclists and walkers they share it with.

715 Simundson Dr. - Point Roberts WA 360-945-ROSE With two border crossings separating the community from the U.S. mainland, “the Point” has retained a smalltown atmosphere. Neighbors chat in the hardware store or the post office on Gulf Road. The Gulf Road community THE ABC’s OF YOUR NEW HOME PORT center is a gathering place for local groups from the seniors The ABC’s of Your New home PorT • Affordable Moorage - Starting at $7.15 per foot - NO TAX • Affordable Moorage - Starting at $7.15 per foot - No TAX association lunches to the historical society meetings and • Best Location - Gulf Islands, San Juan Islands Only 13 NM • Best Location - Gulf Islands, San Juan Islands Only 13 NM displays, as well as home to the Point Roberts library. During • Customer Service - Friendly Knowledgeable Staff • Customer Service - Friendly Knowledgeable Staff the summer months, the Saturday Morning Market features local products.

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The Fourth of July in Point Roberts is a hometown USA celebration that welcomes its many neighbors to the north for a parade, pancake breakfast, barbecues and fireworks. The first weekend in August brings the Point Roberts Arts and Music Festival, entering its 21st year, with two days of live music, great food and creative vendors.

Point Roberts life focuses on the outdoors. With parks at each corner of the peninsula, a marina and a golf course, many opportunities are packed into five square miles!

Lily Point Marine Park has miles of hiking trails, snaking along the uplands and down to the bluff-ringed beach with views of the San Juan and Gulf Islands, Mount Baker and resident eagles and great blue herons.

Signage in the park can teach you the rich history of the area. It was the site of an important summer fishing camp for several Coast Salish tribes who built reef nets at Lily Point to capture the sockeye run. Later, the Alaska Packers Association Cannery built giant fish traps off the Lily Point reef and canned millions of cans of salmon until the traps were outlawed in 1934.

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The trip to the beach at Monument Park in the northwest corner is steep, but the beach is worth the hike. Quiet and secluded, with acres of tide flats at low tide that are a popular hunting ground for great blue heron, it’s the perfect spot on a sunny afternoon.

Developments such as the golf course and the marina have incorporated public walking trails, with the most recent addition being a bluff trail and staircase to the beach at the Cottages at Seabright Farms.

For more information, visit www.allpointbulletin. com.

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At low tide in the summer, Maple Beach in the northeast corner of the Point offers acres of tide flats where families set up camp and spend the day splashing in the warm water, clamming or zipping along on skimboards.

Lighthouse Marine Park in the southwest corner offers camping as well as day-use facilities and a boat launch. When the salmon are running, it’s a popular fishing spot for recreational and commercial fishers, as well as harbor seals and the local pods of resident Orcas. Orca spotters tend to have better luck midafternoon, but the local park ranger will be happy to tell you when they’ve been by.

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Fairhaven Village Inn Fairhaven, WA Ad on page 47 Friday Harbor Vacation Rentals San Juan Island, WA Ad on page 33 Holiday Inn Express Bellingham, WA Ad on page 52 Island Inn at 123 West San Juan Island, WA Ad on page 31 Majestic Inn & Spa Anacortes, WA Ad on page 23 Saratoga Inn Whidbey Island, WA Ad on page 17 Silver Reef Hotel Casino Spa Ferndale, WA Ad on page 2 Smuggler’s Inn Bed and Breakfast Blaine, WA Ad on page 78 Swinomish Casino & Lodge Anacortes, WA Ad on page 26 The Chrysalis Inn & Spa Fairhaven, WA Ad on page 47 The Marina Inn Anacortes, WA Ad on page 24 The Orca Inn San Juan Island, WA Ad on page 33 The Salish Seaside Escapes Orcas Island, WA Ad on page 29 The Willows Inn Lummi Island, WA Ad on page 61 Vacationville Birch Bay, WA Ad on page 67 Whidbey Island Bed and Breakfast Association Whidbey Island, WA Ad on page 13

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White Rock Bed and Breakfast Association White Rock, B.C. Ad on page 84

ARTS & MUSEUMS Anacortes Arts Festival Anacortes, WA Ad on page 25 Bellingham Festival of Music Bellingham, WA Ad on page 56 DjangoFest Whidbey Island, WA Ad on page 18 Drayton Harbor Music Festival Blaine, WA Ad on page 76 Friday Harbor Film Festival San Juan Island, WA Ad on page 32 Historic Lincoln Theatre Mount Vernon, WA Ad on page 39 International Art and Music Festival at Peace Arch Park Blaine, WA Ad on page 76

Island County Historical Museum Whidbey Island, WA Ad on page 16 Lummi Island Artists Studio Tour Lummi Island, WA Ad on page 62

Parkcanada RV Park Tsawwassen, B.C. Ad on page 91 Thousand Trails Birch Bay Resort Blaine, WA Ad on page 6 Thousand Trails Cultus Lake Resort Lindell Beach, B.C. Ad on page 6 Thousand Trails La Conner Resort La Conner, WA Ad on page 6 Thousand Trails Mount Vernon Resort Bow, WA Ad on page 6

CASINOS Elements Casino Surrey, B.C. Ad on page 83 Silver Reef Hotel Casino Spa Ferndale, WA Ad on page 2 Swinomish Casino & Lodge Anacortes, WA Ad on page 26

FARMS Azusa Farm & Gardens Mount Vernon, WA Ad on page 39

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Waterworks Gallery San Juan Island, WA Ad on page 32

Schuh Farms Mount Vernon, WA Ad on page 38

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Whatcom Museum Bellingham, WA Ad on page 58

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CAMPING/RV Holiday Trails – Camperland RV Resort Rosedale, B.C. Ad on page 99 Holiday Trails – The Cedars RV Resort Ferndale, WA Ad on page 99 Holiday Trails – Country Maples RV Resort Chemainus, B.C. Ad on page 99 Holiday Trails – Sunshine Valley RV Resort & Camping Cabins Sunshine Valley, B.C. Ad on page 99

Anacortes Farmers Market Anacortes, WA Ad on page 25 Camano Island Farmers Market Camano Island, WA Ad on page 20

MEDICAL PeaceHealth Medical Group Ad on page 9

RACES / FESTIVALS Bellingham Bay Marathon Bellingham, WA Ad on page 55 Bellingham SeaFeast Bellingham, WA Ad on page 3 Tour de Whatcom Bellingham, WA Ad on page 8 Tour de Whidbey Whidbey Island, WA Ad on page 16 Whidbey Island Area Fair Whicbey Island, WA Ad on page 18

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RECREATION Birch Bay Waterslides Birch Bay, WA Ad on page 67

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Point Roberts Marina Point Roberts, WA Ad on page 93

Coupeville Cycle and Sport Whidbey Island, WA Ad on page 16

Cap Sante Marina / Port of Anacortes Anacortes, WA Ad on page 27

Discovery Sea Kayaks San Juan Island, WA Ad on page 33

Port of Bellingham/Blaine Harbor Blaine, WA Ad on page 77

Eaglemont Golf Course Mount Vernon, WA Ad on page 37

Burlington Pizza Factory Burlington, WA Ad on page 7

International Summer Night Market Richmond, B.C. Ad on page 86

Chada Thai Blaine, WA Ad on page 76

Kite Paddle Surf Bellingham, WA Ad on page 53

Compass Rose Bar and Grill Point Roberts, WA Ad on page 93

Langley Whale Center Whidbey Island, WA Ad on page 17

Coupeville Pizza Factory Whidbey Island, WA Ad on page 7

Miniature World Family Fun Center Birch Bay, WA Ad on page 68

EAT Restaurant and Bar Bellingham, WA Ad on page 51

Mystic Sea Charters Anacortes, WA Ad on page 27

Fireweed Terrace Restaurant and Lounge Mount Vernon, WA Ad on page 37

Northwest Navigation Co. Bellingham, WA Ad on page 53 Outer Island Excursions Orcas Island, WA Ad on page 29 Paddle and Pedal Adventures Birch Bay, WA Ad on page 68 Peace Portal Golf Club Surrey, B.C. Ad on page 84 Salish Sea Kayak School Bellingham, WA Ad on page 53 Skagit Cycle Center Anacortes, WA Burlington, WA Whidbey Island, WA Ad on page 15 Sound Yoga and SUP Anacortes, WA Ad on page 25 Watermania Richmond, B.C. Ad on page 87

RESTAURANTS & BARS Adrift Restaurant Anacortes, WA Ad on page 25 A Fine Mess Restaurant White Rock, B.C. Ad on page 84 Anacortes Pizza Factory Anacortes, WA Ad on page 7 Arlington Pizza Factory Arlington, WA Ad on page 7 Blaine Pizza Factory Blaine, WA Ad on page 7 Brewster’s Fine Foods Point Roberts, WA Ad on page 95

Ad on page 15 Skippers Ferndale, WA Ad on page 62 Skylark’s Hidden Café Fairhaven, WA Ad on page 47 South Beach House Restaurant Point Roberts, WA Ad on page 94 The C Shop Birch Bay, WA Ad on page 69 The Oyster Bar Bow, WA Ad on page 45 The Willows Inn Lummi Island, WA Ad on page 61

Flyers Restaurant and Brewhouse Burlington, WA Ad on page 41

Uli’s Restaurant White Rock, B.C. Ad on page 83

Flyers Restaurant and Brewery Whidbey Island, WA Ad on page 14

Vinny’s Ristorante San Juan Island, WA Ad on page 33

Frida’s Gourmet Mexican Cuisine Anacortes, WA Ad on page 26

Vonna’s Purple Fin Restaurant Birch Bay, WA Ad on page 69

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260 Tobacco & Fine Spirits Ferndale, WA Ad on page 62 Bay Center Market Birch Bay, WA Ad on page 71 Beach Basket Yarns Birch Bay, WA Ad on page 68 Beaches Swimwear White Rock, B.C. Ad on page 84 Chuckanut Bay Gallery Bellingham, WA Ad on page 45 Community Food Co-op Bellingham, WA Ad on page 54 Edaleen Dairy Blaine, WA Ad on page 81

Skagit Valley Food Co-op Mount Vernon, WA Ad on page 39 Skagit’s Own Fish Market Burlington, WA Ad on page 41 Stowe’s Shoes and Clothing Burlington, WA Ad on page 42 Superior Fish and Specialty Foods Ladner, B.C. Ad on page 89 The Outlet Shoppes at Burlington Burlington, WA Ad on page 42 The Purple Bench Whidbey Island, WA Ad on page 14 The Wood Merchant La Conner, WA Ad on page 35 Tsawwassen Town Centre Mall Tsawwassen, B.C. Ad on page 90 Village Books and Paper Dreams Fairhaven, WA Ad on page 47 Wonderland Herbs, Tea & Spice Bellingham, WA Ad on page 54

RETIREMENT Affinity at Bellingham Bellingham, WA Ad on page 11

SPAS Majestic Inn and Spa Anacortes, WA Ad on page 23 Silver Reef Hotel Casino Spa Ferndale, WA Ad on page 2 The Chrysalis Inn & Spa Fairhaven, WA Ad on page 47

TOURISM & DEVELOPMENT Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism Bellingham, WA Ad on page 57

Evergreen Cannabis Blaine, WA Ad on page 78

Birch Bay Visitor Information Center Birch Bay, WA Ad on page 73

LFS Marine & Outdoor Bellingham, WA Ad on page 53

Blaine Visitor Information Center Blaine, WA Ad on page 79

Lummi Te’Ti’Sen Center Ferndale, WA Ad on page 61

Burlington Visitor Information Center Burlington, WA Ad on page 42

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