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probably find it in Oak Harbor. The city is the only place on the island that has big chain stores, like Walmart, Walgreens and Big Five Sporting Goods. The city has three large grocery stores and a couple of Starbucks. Oak Harbor is also a destination in itself. The city has a historic downtown area filled with quaint and interesting shops, as well as restaurants and a popular wine bar. The Pioneer Way area is within easy walking distance to Windjammer Park and a lengthy waterside walking trail. The Oak Harbor Marina is popular with Puget Sound boaters and sailors. The unique, city-owned facility has 420 slips with 230 open and 122 covered permanent slips, ample guest moorage, limited side-tie moorage and 96 dry storage sheds. There’s a full range of services, including showers, a laundry room and even a playground. More and more people are traveling to Oak Harbor to see the PBY-Naval Air Museum, where visitors can see a PBY-5A Catalina seaplane and a variety of static and interactive exhibits celebrating Navy history. Restaurants range from fine dining to fast
A worker cleans off a dock at Oak Harbor Marina, a popular spot for boaters in Puget Sound. food, and recreation opportunities abound. The city has many parks, including the large, waterfront Windjammer Park and the sports fields and playground of Fort Nugent Park. The Oak Harbor community is very active and hosts many events throughout the year.
In April, there's Holland Happening, that celebrates the community's Dutch heritage. There's also the Old Fashioned Fourth of July celebration, the nationally known Race Week sailboat regatta, the Oak Harbor Music Festival and the Whidbey Marathon.
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