WHIDBEY ISLAND The complete guide to living on Whidbey Island
2020
A supplement of the Whidbey News-Times & South Whidbey Record
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CLINTON ............................... Pg. 4 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT ... Pg. 5 LANGLEY ............................... Pg. 6 BAYVIEW ............................... Pg. 8 FREELAND .......................... Pg. 10 LIBRARIES .......................... Pg. 11 GREENBANK ....................... Pg. 12 COUPEVILLE....................... Pg. 14 OAK HARBOR ...................... Pg. 16 NAS WHIDBEY.......................Pg.18 TRANSPORTATION............ Pg. 20 YEARS IN BUSINESS ........... Pg. 21 GOVERNMENT .................. Pg. 24 RESTAURANT GUIDE ......... Pg. 26 CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS Pg. 29 FARMERS MARKETS ......... Pg. 43 PARKS & RECREATION ..... Pg. 45 CHURCHES ........................ Pg. 48
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Clinton
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nown as the "southern portal" to Whidbey Island, Clinton is a great destination town for locals and tourists alike. The charm of the town, the beautiful beaches and quaint stores make it a must-see stop on Whidbey Island. The town serves as the gateway to Whidbey Island through the Clintonto-Mukilteo ferry. The ferry terminal is one of three ways to get on and off the island, the others being the Coupeville-to-Port Townsend ferry in Central Whidbey and the Deception Pass Bridge at the north end of the island. During the summer, the town is packed to the brim with traffic as events are rampant and vacationers are in town. Highway 525 runs through the unincorporated town, but if you adventure past the highway, you will find a beautiful, sprawling rural landscape populated with mostly trees, homes and farms. There are many things to do in Clinton, including a wide variety of shopping options, farms to visit and restaurants to sample. Public beaches are a popular stop for visitors to enjoy
upon arriving in Clinton. Maxwelton Beach is just a few miles inland and is the location of a 100-plus-yearold Maxwelton Independence Day Parade held every July 4. The beach also includes a baseball field. Another nearby beach is Possession Point, a popular spot for boat launches and a small section of beach is available to the public. The closest beach to the ferry is managed by the Port of South Whidbey and is found right after exiting the vessel. Up the road from the ferry, visitors will find a variety of businesses. There is Madrona Supply Company, which has been described as a “little shop of Whidbey makers” and sells handmade home decor, wooden crafts, soaps, candles and children’s toys. For eating, the store also provides coffee and pastries for purchase. Cozy’s Roadhouse is a popular restaurant and bar that also includes pool tables and daily specials. Island Nosh with noodle-based dishes provides for all your noodle and nosh needs and is located next door to Make Whidbey and Cadee Distillery. Also nearby is Abundant Earth Fiber, an independent textile mill that sells small batches of naturally dyed yarn.
With over 50 local artisans featured in the gallery we have something for everybody! From art-pottery and sculptures, to chocolates, fudge, coffee, jam, honey, clothing, classes and much more! Check us out today!
Ken’s Korner shopping center is another great stop. Groceries can be purchased at the Red Apple, while Pickle’s Deli offers sandwiches. Mexican cuisine is served at Patron. In the plaza, there’s also a new co-op store of artists, “Whidbey Wonders,” that shouldn’t be passed by if you’re on the prowl for Whidbey unique. It’s the new place where more than 60 local artists sell their handcrafted wares, from jams to jewelry, felted clothes to beeswax food wraps. There’s usually some freshly-made bread, fudge, toffee or veggie burgers to munch as well. Two private elementary/middle schools are also located in Clinton: Whidbey Island Waldorf School and Wellington Day School. The South Whidbey School District is comprised of the high school, middle school and elementary, along with the South Whidbey Career and Technical Education and the South Whidbey Academy. For those looking to get an even broader glimpse at all Clinton has to offer, the Clinton Chamber of Commerce provides an extensive list of great places to stay overnight, shop and events to watch for on their website, discoverclintonwa.com
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hidbey Island is overflowing with talented and creative artists of all genres: fine arts, performing arts and visual arts, including, dancing, theater, classical music, photography, woodworking, weaving, ceramics, glass-making and more. Visitors and residents have plenty of opportunities to express themselves or to admire and enjoy the creativity of others. There are numerous galleries, theaters, performing groups, arts festivals and artists’ groups from which to choose.
Galleries Artworks Gallery | 360-222-3010 www.artworkswhidbey.com 765 Wonn Road, Suite C-102, Greenbank Artworks Gallery is one of several island co-operative enterprises owned and staffed by artists. It features an ever-evolving display of pieces in a variety of media. Cash Store at Bayview Corner | 360-321-4145 5603 Bayview Road, Langley | www.goosefoot.org The Bayview Cash Store at historic Bayview Corner displays the works of many local artists in its common area and upstairs Front Room Gallery. edit | 360-381-0045 | www.editwhidbey.com 306 First St. No. 101, Langley edit. is one of Whidbey's newest galleries and mercantile with goods from 67 “small makers from Whidbey, the U.S. and beyond.” Garry Oak Gallery | 360-240-0222 830 SE Pioneer Way, Oak Harbor www.garryoakgallery.com Established in 2008 as Oak Harbor’s first major cooperative gallery to showcase the work of local visual artists. Open daily, 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Island Bohemians www.islandartscouncil.org/island-bohemians Formed in late 2017, this group of artists of all disciplines meets regularly to energize one another and “to offer social, inspirational and collaborative opportunities to
creative professionals residing on Whidbey Island.” MUSEO | 360-221-7737 | www.museo.cc 215 First St. Langley MUSEO contemporary fine art gallery features works from area artists. Pacific Northwest Art School | 360-678-3396 pacificnorthwestartschool.org 15 N.W. Birch St. Coupeville The school offers workshops on mediums including fiber arts, mixed media, photography and painting. Penn Cove Gallery | 360-678-1176 www.penncovegallery.com 9 N.W. Front St., Coupeville This cooperative gallery, located in the heart of Coupeville, offers pieces from more than 20 island artists. Raven Rocks Gallery | 360-222-0102 www.ravenrocksgallery.com 765 Wonn Road, Suite C-101, Greenbank Owners and partners, painter Mary Jo Oxrieder and weaver Windwalker Taibi, feature their own art and many other emerging and established local artists. Rob Schouten Gallery | 360-222-3070 robschoutengallery.com | 101 Anthes Ave., Langley The Rob Schouten Gallery moved from its longtime Greenback Farm location in 2017 to a large corner building in Langley. It features works from 30 area artists, including co-owners Rob Schouten and wife, poet Victory Schouten. ...Continued on p 9
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Langley
With a variety of gift shops, restaurants, and other attractions, the town is popular with tourists and locals. According to city and business leaders, sales tax and lodging tax revenues continue to increase each year due to Langley's growing popularity.
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ubbed the "Village by the Sea," Langley is one of the most popular tourist destinations on Whidbey Island. A quaint city of just over 1,000 residents, South Whidbey’s only incorporated municipality is known for its interesting, exciting and quirky events and people.
The city is well known for its arts community and host many shows, talks, concerts and other events at its art galleries, performing arts center, children’s theater, dance theater and various public art spaces. The Island Shakespeare Festival, which features three rotating plays on an outdoor stage in Langley July through September, celebrates its 10th anniversary.
The favorite regional affairs include DjangoFest Northwest and the Whidbey Island Fair, both of which bring thousands of visitors to the normally sleepy streets. Langley also hosts Mystery Weekend, which gives participants a chance to solve a fictional murder and the coolest boxcar race on Whidbey Island, the Soup Box Derby.
The post office, library and Star Store are each centrally located to provide
visitors with quick access points for convenient basic needs. For moviegoers, The Clyde is both a relic and reliable theater. It has been open for more than 75 years and is known for its showings of both independent and criticallyacclaimed movies. There is also a public beach that is accessible for pedestrians walking the streets of downtown. The recently expanded Langley Marina provides easy access to the water. Seawall Park is unique and popular waterside park in the downtown area, near the Langley Whale Center. A group of volunteers plans to install a large bronze whale in the park in honor of the many gray whales that swim by each year.
There’s also Deck the Doors at Christmas time, the Sea Float Scramble after New Year's, art walks, and parades, such as the Holly Jolly Parade and whale parade during the Welcome the Whales Festival during the spring. A proliferation of rabbits in the city, many of which descended from county fair escapees, made national and local news and led to the Bunny Daze event celebrated around Easter every year. The South Whidbey Children’s Center
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ust up the road from Langley is Bayview, a vibrant unincorporated area centered at the intersection of Highway 525 and Bayview Road. The Cash Store is a hub of art, food, wine, salons and small one-of-a-kind shops. Stop by the Taproom for a micro brew or fine plate of food. New tenants include Farmer & the Vine, a business that serves small plates and wine by the glass and by the bottle. Next door is a small space that will be used by the Island Shakespeare Festival to boost the Bard and provide information about its annual outdoor summer plays. Walk up the old winding staircase of the Bayview Cash Store to learn more local history and to check out the Front Room Gallery. It features monthly art exhibits and a small gift store with a wide selection of locally hand-crafted items, including small prints, cards and jewelry.
Bayview Corner is home to Bayview Farm & Garden, a large and longtime nursery. Stroll its grounds and check out its display of top-notch plants, flowers and shrubs that are intermingled with sculptures. Inside, find a large selection of gardening tools and a bulging greenhouse. Its coffee house/restaurant, Flower House Cafe, features a cool patio in the summer and cozy places inside. Order a breakfast, lunch or enjoy an espresso, glass of wine or homemade baked goods. Another dining option — strictly for dinner and by reservation — is Orchard Kitchen, a high-end farmhouse restaurant with a fieldto-fork ethos that offers an everchanging “hyper-local and seasonal” four-course meal.
For the holidays, “The Giving Tree” climbs high in the middle of the sprawling Bayview Cash Store. It’s a towering evergreen loaded with handmade decorations that are created by various nonprofit organizations. Bayview Corner is also the site of one of the longest-running and largest farmers markets on the island. Located off Highway 525 at Bayview Road, it opens for some weekends in November and December with fall and winter produce. Additionally, the Holiday Market, inside the large white Bayview Community Hall, is filled with artists and vendors on specific Saturdays in November and December. There’s always a diverse selection of art, crafts, clothing, hats, and other goods.
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Whidbey Art Gallery 360-221-7675 | www.whidbeyartists.com 220 Second St., Suite 102, Langley Whidbey Art Gallery is one of Whidbey's oldest, established in 1992. It is an artists' cooperative which is owned and operated by resident artists. Works range from encaustics to jewelry, sculpture and paintings. Whidbey Island Arts Council 360-320-0271 | www.islandartscouncil.org The council ensures the island is never short on artistic community events. Whidbey Island Fine Art Studio 206-571-0442, 360-637-4690 www.whidbeyislandfas.com 813 Edgecliff Drive, Langley This studio offers private and group lessons for artists of every skill level. Whidbey Working Artists Art Studio Tours Oak Harbor | 360-320-1927 www.whidbeyworkingartists.com The Whidbey Working Artists Art Studio Tours grant the public an opportunity to visit the studios of more than 50 resident artists from Clinton to Oak Harbor. Glass artists, weavers, painters, print-makers, potters, basket-makers and stone carvers are part of the eclectic mix. Its motto: “Come curious, leave inspired.”
Performing Arts Island Shakespeare Festival 360-331-2939 | www.islandshakespearefest.org 5476 Maxwelton Road, Langley The Island Shakespeare Festival takes place outdoors under "Henry," a beloved vintage theater tent. Picnicking is encouraged; the festival is free. Shows run Thursday-Sunday July 14 through September 3. OutCast Productions | 819 Camano Ave., Langley www.outcastproductions.net OutCast produces "theatre with a social conscience” with a goal of getting audiences to critically think about social issue and human rights. Whidbey Children's Theater 360-221-8707 | 723 Camano Ave., Langley Tickets: www.whidbeychildrenstheater.org This theater provides kids and teens a chance to shine beneath the stage lights with several year-round performances and classes. Whidbey Island Center for the Arts | 360-221-8268 wicaonline.org | 565 Camano Ave., Langley The Whidbey Island Center for the Arts presents a variety of events year-round including theatrical performances, comedy, poetry readings, musical performances and workshops. It is home to DjangoFest Northwest, a nationally renowned gypsy jazz festival. Tickets are available by calling the box office at 360221-8268 or visiting the website
Whidbey Island Dance Theatre | 360-341-2221 www.widtonline.org | 714 Camano Ave., Langley Whidbey Island Dance Theatre offers classes for experienced and aspiring dancers. It produces "The Nutcracker" each year, as well as other occasional celebrations of dance. Whidbey Playhouse | 360-679-2237 www.whidbeyplayhouse.com 730 SE Midway Ave., Oak Harbor The Whidbey Playhouse is Oak Harbor's main performing arts venue, producing live theatre shows throughout the year, including a Christmas play.
Arts Festivals Coupeville Arts and Crafts Festival | 360-678-5116 www.coupevillefestival.com One of Washington State's oldest arts festivals, the Coupeville festival features 16 arts and crafts categories in mid August. DjangoFest Northwest | 360-221-8269 www.djangofest.com DjangoFest Northwest, now celebrating its 18th year of bringing Gypsy Jazz performers to Whidbey Island, has proven to be the premier showcase of Gypsy Jazz in North America, presenting some of the biggest names and brightest stars in the genre to thousands of enthusiastic fans. Oak Harbor Music Festival | www.oakharborfestival.com The free end-of-summer music festival features 30 bands from local and ...Continued on p 10
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outh Whidbey’s closet thing to a metropolitan area is the unincorporated town of Freeland. It has all the services one would expect of a city: banks, retail shops, barber saloon, gyms, a library, a hardware store, a range of restaurants and more. As the commercial hub of the South End, is has a large grocery store and a host of retail shops.
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walk and an off-leash dog area. The area is also known as a hot spot for clamming and sunning.
Located 10 miles from the Clinton ferry and nestled between scenic spots such as Holmes Harbor, Double Bluff County Park, and Bush Point, Freeland has much for visitors to see. South Whidbey State Park is nearby and gives visitors a chance to walk in old growth forest. Double Bluff Beach offers two miles of sandy beaches to
The town is home to South Whidbey’s celebration of America’s birthday, Celebrate America, held on July 3 each year. From the shores of Holmes Harbor, people can watch the fireworks explode from above in an atmosphere that’s fun for the whole family.
Freeland even has one of Whidbey Island’s largest employers in Nichols Brothers Boat Builders. Whidbey Telecom’s technology store offers gadgets and gizmos, located in the phone company’s customer experience center on Main Street. Next door is WiFire Cafe, which offers coffee and a selection of food. There are also a number of thrift stores that support local nonprofits. Senior Thrift is located on Woodard Ave and supports Island Senior Resources. Habitat for Humanity’s Freeland store is on Main Street. WAIF Thrift Shop is on Roberta Lane and supports the Whidbey Animals’ Improvement
...Continued from p 9 regional performers to national headliners. Two stages and various musical genres make it an event for families and music fans of all kinds who pack historic downtown Oak Harbor on Labor Day Weekend. Saratoga Orchestra 360-929-3045 | www.sowhidbey.com The Saratoga Orchestra is the island's resident
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chamber orchestra, which performs classical and contemporary classical music throughout the year. Whidbey Island Orchestras www.whidbeyorchestras.org The community orchestra strives to promote a positive experience for players and audience members. Musicians of all ability levels and backgrounds are invited to join.
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Libraries
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hen people think of libraries, they often just think "books." But today's modern libraries are so much more than that. Whidbey Island's five public libraries — in Clinton, Coupeville, Freeland, Langley and Oak Harbor — have kept up with the times, offering useful technology, entertaining and informative seminars, and of course, a cozy place to curl up with a good book. Sno-Isle libraries are part of a network in both Island and Snohomish counties. The number of books available through electronic searches is far greater than those on the shelf at any one library. The library system
serves 750,500 residents through 23 community libraries, online services and Library on Wheels. Some of the libraries are open seven days a week and into the evenings. A program called “Book-aLibrarian” is offered at all locations. Getting personalized, face-to-face help with digital downloads of books and basic guidance of computerized resources are just some of the topics covered by a librarian in one-on-one sessions. Don't be afraid to utilize library staff — they are there to help. There are several series offered by the local libraries. A variety of "Ready Readers" story-time classes are offered weekly for young children, from babies to toddlers,
and their caregivers. Getting started on literature early will make lifelong readers out of these youth. A series called Write Now for teens and adults is continuing at many Whidbey libraries. Topics include everything from finding inspiration to marketing to creating an author website. Whidbey Reads, a popular event designed to bring people together to read and talk about books, is also scheduled. The program culminates with the personal appearance of the featured author. Whidbey’s public libraries also sponsor gatherings called Issues That Matter. These are meant to encourage conversations on topics
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reenbank is a small, unincorporated community in Central Whidbey. And while small, it boasts a vibrant community that supports a gathering place for events and popular spots to hang out. The Greenbank Farm is the iconic stop in Greenbank, serving as a community center that provides an economic hub for a variety of small businesses, agricultural opportunities and a venue for private and public events. The farm, which was once the largest loganberry farm in the country, now has fields of trails and an off-leash dog area. Greenbank Farm features 522 acres of rolling fields, forest and wetlands and is a popular and scenic destination for dog owners to let their pooches roam in the dog park. Visitors can walk up a trail and catch panoramic mountain and saltwater views of both sides of the island, with or without dogs. Instead of growing loganberries, the farm harnesses the sun these days. Rows of solar arrays capture much of the energy needed to power the farm’s stores and restaurants.
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The big red barn at Greenbank Farm dates back to 1904 and is still standing strong. It can be rented for weddings, bazaars, private parties and educational events. It’s surrounded by a pond and wetlands and features a platform to watch the many species of birds, including great blue herons that stop by for a bite before heading to a nearby rookery. Housed in its iconic barn is a Greenbank institution, Whidbey Pies & Cafe. It dates back to the farm's loganberry days, which also led to a still-revered loganberry liqueur. Today, Whidbey Pies & Cafe carries on the legacy of award-winning pies served to Whidbey Island visitors as well as retail locations on the island and beyond. Also inside is the Wine Shop which offers tastings of the many Whidbey wineries and other varieties from around Washington. It’s a good place to get a sampling of the vine around the island and pick up a bottle or two. Get some cheese to go with that wine at Greenbank Cheese Specialty Foods & Gifts right next door. Another store, Seaside & Sylvan, offers "all things home, in Whidbey style," including nautical-themed home decor.
Two art galleries, Artworks Gallery and Raven Rocks Studio, feature work by dozens of local artists. Although it’s a popular tourist destination, there’s many quiet place for visitors to spread a picnic blanket or eat a piece of pie. Master Gardeners keep the area spruced up and often host workshops in a small building. Just up the hill from Greenbank Farm is a small collection of retail spaces that provides a bit of community for residents living in between Coupeville and Freeland. Recent retail openings include a small market and deli, a marijuana shop and a Mexican taqueria, Molka Xete.
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he quaint little town of Coupeville on the banks of Penn Cove is the county seat, the site of the hospital and medical clinics and a destination for tourists.
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Coupeville’s enduring symbol is its iconic red wharf. Built in 1905, its juts 500 feet from shore into the waters of Penn Cove with a long, walkable pier and pilings replete with mussels and hungry sea gulls. A moorage dock for boats to temporarily tie-up for gas and supplies is operated by a Harbor Master’s Office. Inside the wharf is a restaurant, a souvenir shop and educational panels on maritime history Landing National Historical Reserve, and local orcas. a unique district that preserves the The town is home to history of the area going back to WhidbeyHealth Medical Center, the 1850s. Many buildings scattered which has an emergency room, throughout town are part of the labor and birthing suites and a new National Historic Register. Owners wing featuring 33 single-patient of these buildings can get financial rooms. The hospital is part of the help maintaining them through larger WhidbeyHealth system, which is publicly funded, overseen grants from the Ebey's Forever
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by a board of commissioners and consists of numerous medical and specialty clinics throughout the island. Coupeville, once the site of three Lower Skagit tribal villages, was settled by farmers and sea captains. It’s named after Captain Thomas Coupe, who sailed into Puget Sound in 1852. Coupeville is located in the heart of a federally protected area that was deemed Ebey's Landing National Historical Reserve in 1978. The status preserves Coupeville’s 19th century buildings, which now stand as homes, restaurants and other small businesses. The designation also protects the hundreds of rolling green acres surrounding Coupeville where a long-standing, working agricultural community retains its land and farming legacy.
Centrally located on the island, Coupeville is home to a variety of popular festivals, including the Penn Cove Water Festival, MusselFest and the Coupeville Arts and Crafts Festival. It also has one of the oldestrunning Memorial Day Parades in the nation. Coupeville, located on the banks of Penn Cove, is a well-known tourist
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ak Harbor is Whidbey Island’s largest city as well as its commercial, retail and financial hub. Much of the economic activity in and around the city of about 23,000 people is due to the presence of Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, which injects millions of dollars into the local economy. An increase in EA18G Growler jets and associated personnel is planned for the near future. The waterfront Windjammer Park was recently renovated and improved, boasting large expanses of new grass, a splash park, two new kitchens, a pavilion and new bathrooms.
The city’s historic downtown, free of chain stores, offers clothes, antiques, gifts and restaurants. It's just a quick walk to the waterfront and the city's marina.
Throughout the year, the city also hosts several parades, including a homecoming, Veterans Day, Holland Happening and St. Patrick’s Day parades.
But even with all the commerce and convenience, Oak Harbor strives to remain true to its roots. Volunteers planted hundreds of the Garry oaks for which the city is named.
Each summer, people line the waterfront in downtown Oak Harbor to watch the annual Race Week sailing event and hydroplane races. They also party at the Oak Harbor Music Festival each Labor Day Weekend.
Oak Harbor's community encourages and celebrates events that bring everyone together. Each July, the Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce organizers a multiday Fourth of July celebration, complete with carnival, food and a huge fireworks finale.
Unlike other Whidbey communities, the city is filled with familiar chain stores, as well as homegrown businesses. It’s the only place to find a full line of fast-food, family and ethnic restaurants, as well as many large retailers and plenty of coffee shops.
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The city is surrounded by nature and is a great place for visitors. Rolling farmland and the waters of Puget Sound encompass the community. Just 10 miles north is Deception Pass, one of the most popular and scenic parks in the Northwest.
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ECONOMIC IMPACT Base population: 10,500 • 8,400 military • 2,100 government civilians / fulltime contractor Veterans and family members: • Local veterans: 4,068 ($77 million in veteran payments ) • Veteran family members: 6221 • Military dependents: 8,925 • NASWI FY17 economic contribution: $1.04 billion
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aval Air Station Whidbey Island, located on the north end of the island, is considered to be one of the best large installations in the Navy.
• $548 million total payroll • $488 million total industry output
HISTORY • NAS Whidbey Island was commissioned in September 1942 as an ideal location for the rearming and refueling of Navy patrol planes operating in defense of Puget Sound during World War II.
The premier naval aviation installation in the Pacific Northwest is home of all Navy tactical electronic attack squadrons flying the EA-18G Growler, which are due to increase • The original base started in the area in number. Adding to the depth where Seaplane Base sits today. and capability of the air station are five P-3 Orion Maritime Patrol and • In 1943, the Outlying Landing a Fleet Reconnaissance squadrons Field near Coupeville became flying the EP-3E Aries. operational.
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• Since then, the base has evolved into the Navy’s premier training center for electronic attack and one of two home bases for patrol and reconnaissance aircraft platforms. OLF Coupeville is part of operations at the air station. Growler pilots conduct fleet carrier landing practice training operations. It is also used as a training area for search-andrescue operations and has been used for parachute operations in the past.
GEOGRAPHY • Located in the Puget Sound basin, NAS Whidbey Island’s primary areas, Ault Field and Seaplane base, border the city of Oak Harbor. • The base is approximately 1.5 hours drive time north of Seattle, and two hours south of Vancouver, British Columbia • The base's rural location is ideally situated due to low density aircraft traffic in the Pacific Northwest and proximity to global shipping routes between the U.S. and its East Asian trading partners.
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• Pilots assigned to NAS Whidbey Island squadrons are able to maximize their training and sharpen flight skills by taking advantage of the diverse geography in the region and training in designated Military Operating Areas. • Like the other facilities in the Pacific Northwest, NAS Whidbey Island’s location is ideal in support of the U.S. strategic pivot toward East Asia, as well as critical Arctic operations.
TENANT COMMANDS • Currently, there are twelve Electronic Attack Squadrons, or VAQ, comprising the new EA-18G Growler, one of which is forward deployed to Japan and one reserve squadron. The VAQ’s mission is to suppress enemy electronic capabilities through tactical jamming. • Five Maritime Patrol Squadrons, or VP, and one Fleet Air Reconnaissance Squadron, or VQ, provides multi-mission operations including various types of warfare, reconnaissance, ground forces support, search and rescue and counter-drug operations.
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• The Aviation Survival Training Center Whidbey Island provides initial and refresher aviation survival training. • The Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training Unit provides specialized training for personnel in the maintenance and repair of aircraft. • Electronic Attack Weapons School trains EA-18G Growler aircrew, intelligence, ordnance and maintenance personnel. • Explosive Ordnance Disposal Detachment MU-11 Det Northwest responds to emergencies involving explosive hazards of all types. • Fleet Logistics Support Squadron 61 provides world wide passenger and cargo transport flying the C-40.
• NAS Whidbey Island was twice named the best large Navy base in the world in the last five years. The Navy recognizes the top bases in its annual Installation Excellence Awards, which compares how well bases are operated and maintained. • The air station is home to the Navy’s Bird Strike Hazards program and serves as proving ground for many of the initiatives to control collisions between birds and aircraft. • The base's integration with the local community and its numerous joint projects are seen as a model for other installations.
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Transportation Highways Highways 525 and 20 — technically State Route 525 and 20 — link to form the main passage the length of Whidbey Island. Highway 525 begins at the Clinton Ferry Terminal, the southernmost tip of the island, and runs all the way up to Race Road near Coupeville. It is there that 525 links with Highway 20, which then runs to the northern tip of the island. There are three different ways to access Whidbey Island. Starting at North Whidbey, there is Deception Pass bridge. The Coupeville-to-Port Townsend ferry is the access point to Central
Whidbey, while the Mukilteo-toClinton ferry is the gateway to South Whidbey. To find information on the ferries, including sailing schedules, visit www.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries Coupeville Ferry Terminal 1400 State Route 20 Coupeville-to-Port Townsend ferry departs from the western side of Central Whidbey Island and travels across Admiralty Inlet to the Olympic Peninsula. The route is sometimes interrupted due to low tides. For updates and information, visit www.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries or call 1-888-808-7977. Reservations are recommended for this route.
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Clinton Ferry Terminal 64 South Ferrydock Road The Clinton-to-Mukilteo is the link from the southern end of Whidbey Island with the mainland and the I-5 corridor. It is one of the state’s most traveled routes. Sailings are typically every 30 minutes when two ferries are operating. Waits are expected during busy summer months, especially so on weekends. There is no reservation service offered for this route.
Ground Transport • Island Transit is a fare-free bus service that travels the length of Whidbey Island and goes as far as March Point (east of Anacortes) and Skagit Sation (Mount Vernon) to link with the Skagit Transit Bus Service. The transit also provides paratransit and vanpool services. Island Transit does not operate on Sundays. For more information, visit www.islandtransit.org • Whidbey Island SeaTac Shuttle and Charter provides daily rides to the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. It has pickup spots located throughout Whidbey ...Continued on p 28
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CLINTON COMMUNITY HALL
Serving Whidbey Island since 1961
WHIDBEY GOLF CLUB
6411 Central Ave Clinton, WA 98236
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SAVI BANK 315 NE Midway Blvd Oak Harbor, WA 98277 Lobby Hours: 9:00am-5:00pm M-F Drive Thru Hours: 9:00am-5:30pm M-F
11 Years BAYVIEW APPLIANCE & MATTRESS CENTER 2843 Howard Rd, Langley (360) 321-2080 bayviewapplianceandmattress.com
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KATHI PHILLIPS, MANAGING BROKER RE/MAX ACORN PROPERTIES 32800 SR 20 Suite #2 Oak Harbor, Washington 98277 Phone: 360.929.0206 kathiphillipsremax@gmail.com
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CHROME BARBER SHOP 963 Ault Field Rd. Oak Harbor, WA 98277 (360) 682-2655 9 YEARS
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COZY’S ROADHOUSE
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8872 Washington Highway 525
270 SE Cabot Dr #2, Oak Harbor
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PACIFIC NORTHWEST ART SCHOOL 15 NW Birch St, Coupeville, WA 98239 360.678.3396 pacificnorthwestartschool.org
RED ROOSTER ANTIQUE MALL
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775 NE Midway Blvd, Oak Harbor 360.240.9610 premiertitlewa.com
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A CLEAN STREAK 360.395.5748 acleanstreak.com
WHIDBEY TELECOM 1651 Main Street Freeland 360.321.1122 whidbeytel.com
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RYAN’S HOUSE FOR YOUTH 19777 WA-20, Coupeville, 360.331.4575 ryanshouseforyouth.org
16 Years
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY 380 SE Pioneer Way, Ste 103, Oak Harbor, WA 98277 360.679.9444 1592 E Main St, Freeland, WA 98249 360.331.6272 www.habitat.org
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Serving Whidbey Island since 2004
COASTAL COMMUNITY BANK
WHIDBEY GOLF CLUB
1737 Main Street Freeland, WA 98249
2430 SW Fairway Ln, Oak Harbor, WA 98277
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WHIDBEY ISLAND BANK • Oak Harbor • Coupeville • Freeland • Langley • Clinton www.heritagebanknw.com
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FRONTIER FORD 12610 Thompson Rd., Anacortes 360.293.3105 frontierforddealer.com
CRAVEN INSURANCE 6300 Storkson Dr #1B, Clinton, WA 98236 Office: 360.341.7200 Ext. 224 Toll Free: 1.800.494.7200 Fax: 360.341.2207 www.craveninsurance.com
WINDERMERE Freeland & Langley 360.331.6006 windermerewhidbey.com
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ome of the most significant changes on Whidbey Island in 2019 are a result of the November election. Janet St. Clair, a Democrat from Camano Island, is the new Island County commissioner, representing district 3, which covers Camano Island and North Whidbey. Rick Felici, a Republican, was elected as the new Island County sheriff. Voters approved the North Whidbey Pool, Park and Recreation District levy. Residents once again will be able to use the pool in Oak Harbor, which was shuttered in November 2017 after a levy failed.
Local government ensures that communities are running smoothly. The following jobs help keep Whidbey Island protected and operating well. Auditor: Handles elections, voter registration and marriage licenses. Keeps tabs on county spending and is the repository for many government records. Coroner: Investigates unattended or suspicious deaths. Clerk: Stores criminal and civil case files for the Island County Superior Court. Judges: Oversee criminal and civil cases in district and superior courts. Prosecutor: Prosecutes criminal cases and provides legal help to county government.
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Sheriff: Provides law enforcement to unincorporated areas within the county, runs the county jail, supervises a civil division and runs a juvenile detention facility. Treasurer: Processes tax bills and handles revenues for the county and many smaller agencies.
Police ISLAND COUNTY SHERIFF Island County Law and Justice Center 101 Northeast Sixth Street, Coupeville 98239 Bus: 360-678-4422 (N. Whidbey) or 360-321-5113, x7310 (S. Whidbey) Emergency TTY & voice: 360-678-6116 | Emergency: 911 South precinct office: 1618 East Main Street, Suite 4N, Freeland 98249
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North precinct office: 3155 North Shay Rd, Oak Harbor 98277 OAK HARBOR POLICE 860 Southeast Barrington Drive, Oak Harbor 98277 Emergency: 911 Business: 360-279-4600 COUPEVILLE MARSHAL 4 Northeast Seventh Street, Coupeville 98239 Emergency: 911 Business: 360-678-4461 LANGLEY POLICE 112 2nd Street Emergency: 911 Business: 360-221-4433 WASHINGTON STATE PATROL 840 Southeast Eighth Avenue, Suite 101 | Oak Harbor 98277
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Emergency (statewide): 911 Business/Oak Harbor: 360-675-0710
Municipalities City of Oak Harbor 360-279-4500 | 865 Barrington Drive Oak Harbor, 98277 City of Langley | 360-221-4246 112 Second St., Langley, 98260 Town of Coupeville | 360-678-4461 4 NE Seventh St., Coupeville, 98239 Judiciary ISLAND COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT Island County Law and Justice Center 101 Northeast Sixth Street, Coupeville 98239 Island County Superior Court has
exclusive original jurisdiction over all civil matters involving $50,000 or more, title or possession of real property, and cases involving legality of any tax, as well as probate and domestic cases. It also has original jurisdiction over all felony criminal cases and all juvenile cases. Judges: Alan R. Hancock and Vickie Churchill Clerk: Debra Van Pelt, 360-679-7359 Prosecutor: Gregory Banks, 360-679-7363 ISLAND COUNTY DISTRICT COURT | 360-675-5988 800 SE Eighth Ave., Oak Harbor 98277 This court generally handles traffic violations, misdemeanors and gross misdemeanors. It also handles civil ...Continued on p 28
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DOMINO’S PIZZA
1191 SE Dock St #2 | Oak Harbor 360-675-6500 | www.chrisbakerywhidbey.com
CHRIS' BAKERY
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SEABOLT’S SMOKEHOUSE
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NOE JOSE CAFE
830 SE Pioneer Way #106 |Oak Harbor 360-682-6119
LOTUS TEA BAR & STUDIO
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actions involving $50,000 or less, small claims cases up to $4,000 and felony matters for preliminary hearings, and it serves as Oak Harbor’s municipal court. Judge: Bill Hawkins
Fire NORTH WHIDBEY
360-675-1131. North Whidbey Fire and Rescue serves the 55 square miles in the northern part of the county, excluding areas within Oak Harbor city limits. The district includes seven fire stations.
the island, including Coupeville and Greenbank. The district includes three fire stations.
SOUTH WHIDBEY
911 or 360-321-1533 South Whidbey Fire/EMS serves the south end of the island, including Clinton, Freeland and Langley. The district includes six fire stations.
OAK HARBOR | 360-279-4700
Oak Harbor Fire Department serves the city of Oak Harbor. It has one fire station at 855 E. Whidbey Ave.
911 or 360-678-3602 Central Whidbey Island Fire & Rescue serves the central part of
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Central Whidbey: Coupeville Cab Company (360-678-6666)
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13th Year Oak Harbor Pig Fest
SUNDAY AUGUST 9, 2020 NOON - 5PM PIONEER WAY & HWY 20 • Free Lunch Buffet • BBQ Competitors • Live Music Stage • Arts & Crafts Vendors • Vaudeville Acts & Clowns • Kids Climbing Wall & Games • Pie Eating Contest
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All-Island Community Band: Organized in 1966 and plays for local events, festivals, and more. Email allislandband@gmail.com An-O-Chords: Chapter of the Society for Preservation and Encouragement of Barbershop Quartet Singing in America. Sing in Valentine’s Day performances, Christmas caroling and a show in July. www.anochords.org Artists of South Whidbey: Artists meet to share ideas, have paint-outs and see demonstrations by nationally known artists. 360-341-1835, 360-914-0977 or www.facebook.com/Artistsofsouthwhidbey Coupeville Festival Association: Annual festival features more than 200 artisan booths, demonstrating artists, food booths, children’s activities and live entertainment. Proceeds benefit community through grants. 360-678-5116 or www.coupevillefestival.com Island Artists: Meet 10 a.m. each Tuesday at the Greenbank Fire Station to paint and enjoy the company of fellow artists. The group offers a mix of mediums including collage, painted fabric as well as acrylics, oils and watercolor. For more information, call Rainy Lindell at 360-678-0960. Open Circle Community Choir: A choir for everyone regardless of experience. No auditions required. Whether a participant has been a life-long singer or hasn’t sung since second grade, there is a place for everyone. Meets 7-9 p.m. Mondays at The Little Theatre in South Whidbey High School. Contact Peggy Taylor at peggy@whidbey.com Pacific NorthWest Art School: The school has offered nearly 100 workshops a year in fiber arts, photography, painting and mixed media, youth art, art excursions and art expeditions for the past 25 years. Located at 15 NW Birch St., Coupeville. 360-678-3396 or www.pacificnorthwestartschool.org Saratoga Orchestra: Providing great concert music to the Whidbey Island community. This professional orchestra performs October through May with special events throughout the year. 360-929-3045 or
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South Whidbey International Folkdancers: Its purpose is to learn and enjoy dances from all over the world. Everyone is welcome and no partners necessary. vhauck@whidbey.net Whidbey Allied Artists: Promotes the arts locally and support each other’s creative endeavors. Email: whidbeyartists @gmail.com Whidbey Children’s Theater: For more than 20 years, Whidbey Children’s Theater has introduced children to the performing arts. The nonprofit theater company offers classes, workshops and productions year-round. 360-221-8707 Whidbey Island Arts Council: Assists Whidbey Island artists by providing advice, publicity, financial assistance and sponsorship of cultural events. 360-320-0271 or www.islandartscouncil.org Whidbey Island Camera Club: Welcomes amateur and professional photographers alike to exchange tips and experiences in a constructive and supportive group and take inspiration from each other’s work. Club meets 6:30-8 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month at Oak Hall Room 306 on the Skagit Valley College Whidbey campus in Oak Harbor. Email tina31543@comcast.net
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Whidbey Island Jazz Society: Volunteer band that plays only for charitable purposes. Awards three college scholarships each year to Whidbey graduates, sponsors annual Whidbey Island Schools Jazz Concert that benefits the scholarship fund. If interested in playing, contact Jerry Jones at 360-679-2066. Whidbey Island Orchestra: Consists of strings, winds, brass and percussion of all abilities and backgrounds. To join, email member ship@whidbeyorchestras.org or go to www.whidbeyorchestras.org Whidbey Island Threshold Singers: Women preparing for comforting bedside singing for the ill and dying. New singers welcome. 360-221-2666, 360-317-6747 or thresholdchoir.org/Whidbey_Island Whidbey Playhouse: Has presented live theater in Oak Harbor for more than 40 years. Season runs September through June with a children’s program and production in early August. A nonprofit, volunteerbased organization that relies on memberships and volunteers. Located at 730 SE Midway Blvd. 360-6792237 or www.whidbeyplayhouse.com Whidbey Weavers Guild: Community of fiber artists, hosts workshops, a spin-in, fair exhibits and other educational opportunities. Yearly sale in November. All are welcome. www.whidbeyweaversguild.org
Whidbey Island Center for the Arts: Communitysupported theater space in Langley offers professional productions in arts, theater, music and dance, as well as workshops and other arts events. 360-221-8268 or www.wicaonline.com
Whidbey Island Woodworkers Guild: Comprised of many artisans from across Whidbey Island. From custom furnishings to cabinetry, carvings and fine turnings, find the work of these talented artisans at 360-678-1347 or www.woodpalooza.com
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Baby Island-Saratoga Club: Nonprofit organization committed to helping the community. Monthly potluck dinner meetings and speakers are held on the second Friday of each month, September through May. All islanders are welcome. Clubhouse is available for rental. www.babyislandsaratogaclub.org Clinton Progressive Association: Maintains Clinton Community Hall to fill the need for a community meeting place. Addresses problems in the community and cooperates to solve them. 360-341-3747 or www.clintoncommunityhall.org Daughters of Norway Ester Moe Lodge 39, Whidbey Island: The lodge meets every second Saturday of the month at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Clinton, except for July and August. www.daughtersofnorway. org or 360-221-5280 Greenbank Progressive Club: Maintains and manages the Community Clubhouse. It is available for rentals and is ideal for small or large groups for meetings, weddings, family parties, etc. Monthly potluck dinners are open to the public and include informational and entertaining programs. 360-678-4813. Holmes Harbor Activity Club: Preserves the Freeland Hall, built prior to 1914 and now part of the county parks system. Monthly meetings include homecooked meal, door prizes and entertainment by local talent. 360-331-6341. Langley Community Club: Small, friendly club formed in 1967 to work toward betterment of the community, deriving income from earned interest on mutual funds and providing scholarships, donations and funds for beautification projects around town. Open to residents of Langley and vicinity. 360-321-4148. Maxwelton Community Club: The Maxwelton Community Club helps care for Dave Mackie Park at Maxwelton Beach, addresses issues in the community and puts on the annual Maxwelton July 4th parade and games. 425-280-3876 or email maxweltonCC@ outlook.com South Whidbey Commons: Community-driven, youth-powered nonprofit organization strengthening community by creating opportunities to gather, learn and grow. The coffeehouse bookstore in Langley brings together people of all ages, provides workplace training for young people and serves as a venue for events and activities. www.southwhidbeycommons.org
EDUCATION
Admiralty Head Lighthouse: Admiralty Head Lighthouse at Fort Casey State Park is open to the public through the partnership of Washington State Park and Lighthouse Environmental Program. Lighthouse Interpretive Center explains the history of Fort Casey and the lighthouse and offers environmental exhibits and displays. 360-678-1186, 360-678-4519 or email admiralty headlighthouse@gmail.com Calyx Community Arts School: A largely outdoor, arts integrated, homeschool cooperative for ages 5-8. Calyx works in partnership with South Whidbey State Park and South Whidbey Tilth and splits its time between these two sites. www.facebook.com/calyxschool Excellence in Education: Recognizes outstanding students, teachers, volunteers and programs in the Oak Harbor School District. Call Mike Waller at 360-679-1240. Life Transitions Program : A Life Transitions Program offered by the Northwest Displaced Homemaker Center at Skagit Valley College, helps those who have lost their primary source of income through divorce, separation, death or disability of a spouse. Orientation/information sessions are held each Wednesday (except during holiday breaks) at 1:30 p.m. 360-416-7762 or email margo.grothe@skagit.edu Mother Mentors of Whidbey Island: A nonprofit corporation, nurtures mothers and other caregivers of young children by providing practical and emotional support. www.mothermentors.org Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS): Provides encouragement, creative activities, guest speakers and friendships to nurture every mother of preschoolers with children in infancy through kindergarten. Meetings include a childcare program for the children. Call 360-679-1585 for Oak Harbor and 360-222-3211 for Greenbank. South Whidbey Schools Foundation: Provides valuable funding for classroom projects outside the scope of the school district budget and which foster educational excellence. SWSF also serves as administering agency for state, federal and foundation grants to local school-related programs. www.southwhidbeyschoolsfoundation.org Whidbey Homeless Coalition: Nonprofit organization for the homeless, aiming to provide cold weather overnight shelters, emergency/transitional shelters for stabilization, work toward permanent affordable
housing on island and provide education/outreach in the community. 360-900-3077, www.whidbeyhomeless.org or email whidbeyhcinfo@gmail.com Whidbey Island Readiness To Learn: Supports students who are having difficulty in school and their families. 360-221-6808 ext. 4321, 360-221-0663, email rtlfprograms@readinesstolearn.org or www.readinesstolearn.org WorkSource Whidbey: Provides valuable assistance to those seeking work and employers looking for workers. job listings, veteran services and occupational training programs. WorkSource is located at 265 NE Kettle St., Suite 102, Oak Harbor. Call 360-675-5966 or visit www.worksourcewa.com WSU Extension, Island County: Washington State University, in partnership with county government, local entities and organizations offers educational programs that provide useful, practical and researchbased information. 360-639-6060 or www.extension. wsu.edu/island
ENVIRONMENTAL
Central Puget Sound Marine Mammal Stranding Network: Responds to strandings in Island, Skagit and North Snohomish counties; acts as liaison between government agencies anD general public. Collects data, provides public education and safety information. 360678-3765, 1-866-ORCANET or www.orcanetwork.org/strandings.html Deception Pass Park Foundation: The foundation’s mission is to provide support for education and resource protection at Deception Pass State Park. All interested parties welcome. 360-675-3767 or www.deceptionpassfoundation.org Island Beach Access: Dedicated to identifying, mapping, signing and preserving access to public shorelines in Island County. www.islandbeachaccess.org Langley Whale Center: Orca Network’s Langley Whale Center celebrates and shares the lives of gray whales, orcas and other marine mammals of the Salish Sea. 117 Anthes Ave., Langley. www.orcanetwork.org or facebook.com/LangleyWhaleCenter | 360-221-7505, Marine Resources Committee: Identifies and protects nearshore and aquatic resources vital to the health of Whidbey and Camano islands. 360-678-2349 or www.islandcountymrc.org
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Native Plant Stewards: Works toward preserving native plant communities on Whidbey by salvaging plants prior to construction, propagating plants from local seeds and providing plants for islandwide restoration project. Contact Mark Fessler or Barbara Kolar at 360-678-4281 or email grendl@frontier.com Orca Network: Dedicated to raising awareness about the whales of the Pacific Northwest. To join the Sighting Network or become a member of Orca Network, call 360-331-3543, visit www.orcanetwork.org or email info@orcanetwork.org Pacific Rim Institute for Environmental Stewardship: Restoring prairie and educating students in Christian environmental stewardship. Volunteers needed. Come explore our trails. Visit us at 180 Parker Road, Coupeville. 360-678-5586 or www.pacificriminstitute.org Sound Water Stewards of Island County: Volunteers help protect Island County’s marine environment through public education, nearshore research and stewardship activities of many types. 360-678-4401 or www.soundwaterstewards.org Whidbey Audubon Society: Dedicated to understanding, appreciating and protecting birds and other wildlife and their habitat with field trips and classes, including programs in the schools. Public programs are September through June; visit the website at www.whidbeyaudubon.org or Facebook page at www.facebook.com/WhidbeyAudubonSociety. Whidbey Camano Land Trust: Established in 1984, works in partnership with landowners and the community to protect and care for the best of Whidbey and Camano Islands, including important natural habitats, scenic vistas and working farms and forests. Office at 765 Wonn Road, C-201, Greenbank, WA 98253. 360-222-3310, www.wclt.org or email info@wclt.org Whidbey Environmental Action Network (WEAN): Dedicated to preservation and restoration of native biological diversity of Whidbey and the Pacific Northwest. Members and volunteers provide technical restoration advice, hands-on habitat restoration and enhancement projects, education and outreach activities. 360-579-4202 or www.whidbeyenvironment.org Whidbey Institute: Mission is to be a home for the work of organizations and individuals dedicated to leadership, integral spirit, and a thriving human and more-than-human world. With over 100 acres of pristine woodlands and trails, the Institute hosts visitors annually
from all over the world. 360-341-1884, whidbeyinstitute.org or email info@whidbeyinstitute.org Whidbey Island Conservation District: Serves residents of Whidbey Island in conserving natural resources on residential sites, farms and forest lands through educational outreach as well as technical and financial cost-share assistance to provide a healthy environment for present and future generations. 360-678-4708 or www.whidbeycd.org Whidbey Watershed Stewards: Join and volunteer at one of our many habitat restoration sites. Help us protect and preserve our precious Puget Sound or teach environmental science to K-5 students at our Outdoor Classroom. Check out: whidbeywa tersheds.org or email info@whidbeywatersheds.org Wildlife Care Clinic: A nonprofit organization to help rehabilitate wildlife for release back into the wild. A resource and referral center for rescue, rehabilitation and medical services for diseased, orphan and abandoned wildlife. 360-679-6796 or bestfriends@im4pets.com WSU Extension, Island County Shore Stewards: WSU Shore Stewards. Free shoreline educational program available to all residents of Island County. Members receive free booklet and DVD on shoreline living and occasional newsletters. No dues, meetings or volunteer hours required. 360-639-4608, extension.wsu. edu/island/nrs/shore-stewards or email ann.precup@wsu.edu WSU Waste Wise Program, Island County: Volunteers help county residents, schools and businesses in waste-reduction techniques, donating 25 hours of service, teaching composting, recycling and sustainable living classes to adults and children. 360-639-6062, extension.wsu.edu/island/nrs/waste-wise or email sarah.bergquist@wsu.edu
FARM & AGRICULTURE
Agricultural and Small Farms Program, Island County: Classes include research based information on livestock, produce, weed and pest management, water quality, agricultural safety and classes from the WSU Cultivating Success program. Call Loren at 360639-6059 or email loren.imes@wsu.edu Deer Lagoon Grange 846: Provides for family activity and fun through Grange events and fellowship. Participates in the community and serves community needs by supporting youth, providing education and
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American Rhododendron Society: Whidbey chapter meets 7 p.m. every fourth Wednesday of the month, September through May, at Race Road fire station south of Coupeville. Meetings intended for everyone from novice to seasoned hybridizers. www.rhododendron.org
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Coupeville Garden Club: Plants and maintains park areas in Coupeville, as well as in barrels and plantings at the Welcome to Coupeville signs. Major fundraising plant sale (at Coupeville Recreation Center) during the last weekend in April. Meet first Thursday of the month (September to May) at Coupeville Recreation Hall, 9:30 a.m. www.coupevillegardenclub.org Greenbank Garden Club: Members participate in work parties and community events at Greenbank Farm and Meerkerk Rhododendron Gardens, help maintain Greenbank Progressive Hall, hold spring and fall plant sales, contribute to local charities and clean roadsides. Monthly speakers. www.facebook.com/ greenbankgardenclub or email greenbankgardenclub@gmail.com Island County Master Gardeners: Provide public education in gardening and environmental stewardship based on research at Washington State University and other university systems. Volunteers are trained community educators about issues of importance to their local communities that enhance natural resources, sustain communities and improve the health and wellness of Washington residents. 360-639-6059, extension.wsu.edu/island/gardening/mg or email loren.imes@wsu.edu Meerkerk Gardens: Comprised of 10 acres of display gardens and 43 acres of preserved Pacific NW coastal woodlands. Best known for its renowned collection of rhododendrons, it also houses a diverse collection of ornamental trees. Visitors and volunteers are welcome to enjoy their own favorite corner of the garden. 360-678-1912 or www.meerkerkgardens.org Oak Harbor Garden Club: Performs public outreach projects. All are welcome. Meets monthly the second Tuesday from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Sept. through June at the First United Methodist Church. 360-675-5171 Email pattycohick@comcast.net; www.oakharborgardenclub.org. South Whidbey Garden Club: Goal is to create an interest in gardening and to inspire an appreciation in others for flowers and birds so that South Whidbey will be an even more beautiful place to live. Meets 9 a.m. the third Friday of the month at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Clinton, September through June. www.southwhidbeygardenclub.com Whidbey Island Conservation District: Serves residents of Whidbey Island in conserving natural resources on residential sites, farms and forest lands through educational outreach as well as technical and financial cost-share assistance to provide a healthy environment for present and future generations. 360678-4708 or www.whidbeycd.org Whidbey Island Garden Tour: Nonprofit organization presents annual tour of private gardens to benefit groups that work toward the improvement, restoration and maintenance of common habitats on the island. 360-321-4191.
HEALTH & WELFARE
American Red Cross Serving Northwest Washington: Provides disaster relief, military emergency services, health and safety services and community disaster education. Representatives available for emergencies 24 hours.. Welcome volunteers and donations to relief efforts. Contact info is 360-720-4467, www.redcross. org or email swdisasterteam@whidbey.com
Citizens Against Domestic & Sexual Abuse (CADA): Provides free, confidential assistance to victims of domestic violence, elder abuse, stalking, sexual abuse, child sexual abuse and sexual harassment. Services include a 24-hour crisis line, advocacy and supportive services, safety planning, information and referral, emergency shelter, legal advocacy, court support and prevention programs. Crisis line: 360-675-2232 or 1-800-215-5669. Business line: 360-675-7057. Enso House: A nonprofit home providing physical, emotional and spiritual support at the end of life. Located on South Whidbey Island. 360-331-4699, www.ensohouse.org or email director@ensohouse.org Friends of Friends Medical Support Fund: A nonprofit group that provides help for people with medical expenses they are unable to pay. 360-221-4535, www.fofmedicalsupportfund.org or mail to P.O. Box 812, Langley, WA 98260. HOPE Therapeutic Riding Center: Its mission is to empower people facing special challenges to discover their abilities and independent skills and to explore their potential through use of our nationally accredited safe and effective equine-assisted activities and therapy. 360-221-7656, www.hope-whidbey.org or email hope@whidbey.com Impaired Driving Impact Panel of Island County: Dedicated to deterring DUI and underage drinking via its prevention panels, which are open to all and free to non-offenders. Also provides free school prevention programs for third grade, middle school and high school students. Speakers available for business and organization meetings. Call 360-672-8219 or visit www.idipic.org Mardi Unit: A nonprofit group on South Whidbey that raises funds for the Ryther Child Center, which works with children who have emotional problems as well as those with substance abuse concerns. 425-985-1185 Medical Safety Net of North Whidbey: A nonprofit organization that provides temporary help with uncovered medical costs to people living in ZIP codes 98277 and 98278. 360-929-3328 or www.msnofnw.org New Leaf, Inc.: A community vocational rehabilitation program for adults with disabilities. Provides training and employment in janitorial services, grounds maintenance and shelf stocking, community job development and independent living services. 360-675-1989 or www.newleafinc.org Opportunity Council: An agency working primarily with low-income and homeless families in Island County. Emergency shelter, energy assistance, home weatherization and repair, child care resource and referral. 360-679-6577 www.oppco.org Pregnancy Care Clinic: Provides pregnancy testing; limited ultrasounds; baby clothing, diapers, formula upon completion of parenting classes; community referrals and more. All services are free and confidential. 360-675-2096 for Oak Harbor. 360-221-2909 for Langley. Small Miracles; Coupeville Medical Support Fund: A community safety net comprised of doctors, nurses, counselors and teachers that raises money to help people pay for significant medical expenses such has hospital bills, prescription costs and dental bills. 360-672-5651, www.smallmiraclescpv.com or email smallmiraclescpv@gmail.com
South Whidbey Sound-Off Toastmasters: Meets 7-8 p.m. the second and fourth Mondays of the month at Trinity Lutheran Church in Freeland. Guests are always welcome. 360-222-2092 or email Clyde4bingo@comcast.net Statewide Health Insurance Benefit Advisors (SHIBA): Provides health insurance information by volunteers who are not professionals in the field but are trained monthly by the state Insurance Commissioner’s office. Volunteers always welcome. 360-321-1600. WhidbeyHealth Foundation: Nonprofit organization supports WhidbeyHealth Medical Center and community health endeavors. Solicits and encourages philanthropic sharing through tax-deductible contributions or gifts in memory of or in honor of individuals, families or groups. www.whidbeyhealth.org/giving 360-678-7656, ext. 4020, 360-321-7656, ext. 4020 Whidbey Island Holistic Health Association: A nonprofit association of holistic health practitioners on the island with the purpose of educating the public about the value and variety of holistic practices. www.wihha.com or email mailWIHHA@gmail.com Whidbey Island Nourishes: WIN prepares and delivers no-cost meals to children and families in need on South Whidbey. If you or someone you know is in need of supplemental nutrition for their children, we would like to help. 360-221-7787, email winourishes@ whidbey.com or www.whidbeyislandnourishes.org Whidbey Sounders Toastmasters Club: Dedicated to public speaking and all its benefits. General meetings are held 6:30 p.m. the second, fourth and fifth Tuesdays of each month at the VFW in Oak Harbor. Develop communication and leadership skills in a supportive environment. www.whidbeysounders.toastmastersclubs.org
HISTORIC
The Daughters of the Pioneers of Washington: Invites women whose ancestors or husbands' ancestors settled in Washington/Oregon Territory prior to 1871 to become members. It is an active group interested in the preservation of our pioneer history. www.wapioneerdaughters.org Genealogy Society of South Whidbey Island: Formed to promote pursuit of family histories through genealogical research with monthly speakers and field trips to study and preserve family history. www.gsswi.org Historic Whidbey: Committed to the protection, preservation and promotion of historic sites on Whidbey Island through education and advocacy. 206.619.4427 or www.historicwhid bey.org Island County Historical Society and Museum: Dedicated to collecting, documenting and preserving the county’s history. The nonprofit society in Coupeville offers research services and an extensive collection and holds numerous events, including home and walking tours and a lecture series. Located at 908 NW Alexander St., Coupeville. 360-678-3310 or www.islandhistory.org South Whidbey Historical Society: Collects, preserves, and shares information, stories and artifacts of history. The Historical Society operates the South Whidbey History Museum at 312 Second Street in Langley. Local history tours, community talks, plus Langley Walking Tours are offered several times during the summer months, and a newsletter published
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several times a year. The museum also has a small bookstore. The nonprofit organization welcomes community support and volunteers. Museum hours are weekends year-round from 1 to 4 p.m., except January to late February. Also open Friday 1- 4 p.m. Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. 360-221-2101 Visit their website at www.SouthWhidbeyHistory.org or the Facebook page at www.Facebook.com/SouthWhidbeyHistory. Whidbey Island Genealogical Searchers: Assists people who are researching their family histories by sharing ideas and research tactics. Meetings include speakers who are experts in the areas of genealogical research. WIGS meets 1 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month, except July and August, at the Heller Road fire station in Oak Harbor. Visitors always welcome. Visit wigs.webplus.net or email whidbeygensearchers@gmail.com Whidbey Partners in Preservation: A community group that cares about the past for the future. Their goal is to initiate, stimulate, enable, facilitate and support preservation of heritage buildings on Whidbey Island.
LIBRARY GROUPS
Friends of the Sno-Isle Libraries: The mission is to support community enrichment by providing discretionary funding for programs and capital purchases outside of monies budgeted by Sno-Isle Libraries. Groups support Coupeville, Clinton, Freeland, Oak Harbor and Langley libraries. www.sno-isle.org/friends
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MILITARY-RELATED
A-3 Skywarrior Whidbey Memorial Foundation: A nonprofit organization that supports and maintains the dedicated A-3 Skywarrior Memorial located at the Langley Gate of Naval Air Station Whidbey Island. Mailing address is A3SWMF, P. O. Box 1402, Oak Harbor, WA 98277. www.a3skywarriorforwhidbey.org American Legion: Provides services to veterans and their families and community. Two posts on Whidbey: Post 129, Oak Harbor, 360-675-2411; and Post 141, Langley, 360-321-5696. Disabled American Veterans: Chapter 47 is a nonprofit organization that provides needed assistance to active duty, retired, disabled veterans, veterans and their families, spouses and widows; chapter services officers are available five days of the week. Walk-ins are welcome, no appointments necessary, at the Seaplane Base. 360-682.2945 Ladies Auxiliary Fleet Reserve Association: Unit 97 open to wives, widows, mothers, sisters, daughters and granddaughters of active or retired members of the U.S. Navy, Marines and Coast Guard. Assists needs of Fleet Reserve Association, its members and their families. 360-675-3414. The Whidbey Island Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America (WICMOAA): The local affiliate of MOAA, which is open to all officers of the Uniformed Services of the United States. Chapter meetings are the second Thursday of the month at the Whidbey Island NAS Cheif Petty Officer's Club. 360.678.7097
Navy League: Oak Harbor Area Navy League, chartered in 1956, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to educating the American people and their government that the U.S. is a maritime nation and that our economy and defense depends upon sea services. www.oakharbornavyleague.org Navy Wives Club Whidbey Island No. 150: Chapter of the national organization that works to promote friendly, sympathetic relationships among spouses of enlisted personnel of the United Sea Services. Fosters fellowship among members and the community. Meets the first Tuesday of every month in Building 22 on the Seaplane Base. 360-679.7687. PBY Memorial Foundation: Seeks to preserve the history of the PBY Catalina, which flew from the Seaplane Base in the 1940s, as well as other sea and land aircraft operating out of Whidbey Island. Displays Oak Harbor, Navy and other services memorabilia from World War II up to the present. Displays a PBY aircraft that actually flew from NAS Whidbey Island. 360-240-9500 or www.pbymf.org PBY Naval Air Museum: The museum is located in downtown Oak Harbor at 270 SE Pioneer Way. The museum is open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Wednesdays-Saturdays and 1-5 p.m. on Sundays. Admission prices are $6 for active military and seniors; $7 for everyone else. Retired Officers’ Wives: A strictly social organization. The group’s purpose is to acquaint the wives of the retired officers in this area. 360-679-5572.
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St. Peter’s Women, ELCA: Women of the Clinton congregation meet for fellowship and Bible study and to support activities for the church. Raises funds for missions locally and worldwide. 360-341-4715.
VFW Post 7392: Promotes civic responsibility and patriotism; supports youth scholarships, local programs and educational opportunities; and offers accredited service officers that work with VA benefits. 360-6754048 or www.vfwpost7392.org
United Methodist Women, Langley: A community of women whose purpose is to know God, to develop a creative, supportive fellowship, and to participate in local and global mission projects. Check with the church office for meeting dates and program details. All women are welcome. 360-221-4233 or lumc@whidbey.com; or visit www.langleyumc.org
Whidbey Veterans Resource Center: Programs include peer support groups, a summer sailing program and the annual Stand Down event. Services include assistance with benefit applications, on site and agency referrals and help accessing discharge documents, emergency and housing providers. Located at South Whidbey Community Center, 723 Camano Avenue, Langley. Appointments are suggested but not necessary. 360-331-8081 or email whidbeyvrc@gmail.com
RELIGIOUS GROUPS
Awana Clubs International: A Christian club for children ages 3 through high school, meets at Family Bible Church. www.oakharborfamilybible.org Spiritually Independent Group: Meets Tuesdays at 10 a.m. near Oak Harbor. Originally “A Course in Miracles," the group is not limited to one ism or ideology. They are wisdom seekers who dare to know! Their discussions and multi-media cross religious, scientific and artistic boundaries. They aim to be a blessing to all families of the earth. Call Bob Schoenecker at 360-675-9704.
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Whidbey Island Friends Meeting (Quakers): Worships at 4 p.m. each Sunday at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 20103 State Highway 525, Freeland. Friends worship in a circle in a traditional hour-long period of silence and meditation that often includes spoken prayers and messages. Meeting also sponsors spirit-led social justice, peace and educational programs for the wider community. Visit www.whidbeyquakers.org or email whidbeyquakers@gmail.com Whidbey Island Jewish Community: WIJC is a grassroots, nonprofit organization aimed at celebrating and promoting Jewish community and culture on Whidbey Island. As such, community support is vital to WIJC’s success. The group welcomes people who are willing to volunteer to host Shabbats, plan and organize events, work on fundraising and grant writing and simply offer a presence in the community. www.wijc.wordpress.com
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Whidbey Island Young Life: Young Life is a world-class organization for adolescents. Staff and volunteers enter the world of kids, focusing on what matters to them — fun, adventure, friendship and a sense of significance. In doing so, we earn the privilege of talking to them about something that we think matters most of all — the truth about God and His love for them. 360-341-1213. Youth Dynamics: An active Christian outreach ministry for high school-aged students with weekly group meetings, Bible studies, seasonal retreats and wilderness adventures. Staff available to meet with students to help with everyday issues. Located at 830 SE Pioneer Way, Suite 201, Oak Harbor. 360-679-1844, www.yd.org or email whidbey@yd.org
RETIRED/SENIORS
American Association of Retired Persons (AARP): Brings legislation and community services information to its members. Sponsors the Safe Driving 55 Alive program, income tax service for all ages at no cost and much more. Members must be 50 or older; call 211 or visit www.aarp.org Coupeville HUB for Seniors: The HUB offers a Wednesday meal along with regular programs and services on Wednesdays and some Fridays. Activities include bingo, a Sit & Stay Fit program, pumpkin painting, live music, crafts and educational programs. All meals and programs are held at the Methodist church on North Main Street. The meal begins at noon and all programming begins at 1 p.m.
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Oak Harbor Senior Center: A public facility at 51 SE Jerome St., where people 50 years or older can meet, travel, receive services and participate in activities that enhance dignity, mental and physical health as well as support independence and encourage involvement in the community. 360-279-4580. Island Senior Resources: A nonprofit serving Island County seniors, adults with disabilities, and those who care for them. Services include: Aging and Disability Resources, Family Caregiver Support, Tailored Supports for Older Adults, Senior Nutrition including Meals on Wheels and seven community meal sites, Time Together Adult Day Program in Oak Harbor and Freeland, Medical Transportation and Volunteer Services, SHIBA (Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors), Medicaid In-Home Care & Case Management, support groups, medical equipment lending closet, classes, and social opportunities. Also owns and operates Senior Thrift in Freeland. Island Senior Resources has offices and offers services in Bayview, Oak Harbor, and Camano. Call 360-321-1600 or 360-678-3373 for more information, to volunteer, or to sign up for monthly eNews. www.islandseniorservices.org. Bayview Center—Island Senior Resources: Provides resources for seniors, adults living with disabilities and those who care for them. Offers lunches, classes, music and dancing, with the Fun Band, Lunch & Learn presentations and a range of social opportunities. Call 360-321-1600 or 360-678-3373 for more information, to volunteer, or to sign up for monthly eNews: www.islandseniorservices.org. Oak Harbor—Island Senior Resources: Island Senior Resources – Oak Harbor provides Aging & Disability Resources, SHIBA (Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors), Time Together Adult Day Program, and community lunches, for seniors, adults with disabilities and those who care for them. Located inside Oak Harbor Senior Center. Call 360-321-1600 or 360-678-3373 for more information, to volunteer, or to sign up for monthly eNews: www.islandseniorservices.org. South Whidbey at Home: An intergenerational nonprofit designed to help older residents stay in their own homes and active in their communities. Members are age 55 and older and, for a reasonable annual fee, have access to volunteer services, a roster of trusted businesses and social activities. 360-331-1971, www.swathome.clubexpress.com or email info@SWatHome.org
SERVICE/VOLUNTEER The American Association of University Women: AAUW meets at 9:30 a.m. on the second Saturday of every month Sept. through June at various venues. AAUW has 90 active and involved members living on Whidbey Island who are committed to making a significant impact on education and equity for women and girls on the island. AAUW is the oldest and largest national organization for women (170,000 members), founded in Boston in 1881 to link women college graduates to advancing equity for women in education, employment and public service. Call 360678-6583 or go to www.whidbeyisland-wa.aauw.net. Central Whidbey Lions: Known as the “Hands On” Lions, the club meets at noon, the first and third Thursdays of the month at the Tyee Restaurant in Coupeville. Members serve the community in a number of ways, including speakers forum, specific projects for those in need, flag posting for patriotic holidays, roadside cleanup and youth support programs. Email cwlions@whidbey.net Citizens on Patrol: A volunteer patrol group ages 26 and older that assists Oak Harbor Police by patrolling streets and parks; COP voicemail 360-279-4600 Coupeville Lions Club: Chartered in 1937, the club meets 6:30 p.m. every Wednesday, except June, July and August, at the United Methodist Church. New members bring strength to the club with fresh ideas and renewed energy. Annual projects include a giant garage sale in June, scholarship auction and other community projects. www.coupevillelions.org
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Fraternal Order of Eagles: One mile south of Freeland on Highway 525. Lounge is open only to members and guests but serves dinner several nights a week to the public. 360-321-5636. Garage of Blessings: Serves to feed the hungry, house the homeless, clothe the needy, comfort the sick and visit the hurting. Offers 4,000 square foot facility filled with donated goods for anyone in need free of charge. 360-679-1239, garageofbless ings@gmail.com or www.thegarageofblessings.com Gifts from the Heart Food Bank: Serving Central Whidbey Island 2-5 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at 203 N. Main St. in Coupeville and the Progressive Hall on Bakken and Firehouse Road in Greenbank. Our mission is to respectfully provide food to those in need. 360-6788312 or www.giftsfromtheheartfoodbank.com Giraffe Project: International nonprofit organization based in Langley that finds and honors people nationwide who “stick their neck out for the common good." Giraffe Heroes Program is a K-12 curriculum that gets kids involved in service in their communities. 360-221-7989 or www.giraffe.org Good Cheer Food Bank: Supported by the Good Cheer Thrift Shop at 114 Anthes St., Langley, and Good Cheer Two, 4777 Commercial St., Clinton. Distributes food to families in need, with special holiday baskets at Thanksgiving and Christmas. 360-221-6454. Goosefoot: Goosefoot’s mission is to build a sense of place and community, to preserve rural traditions, to enhance local commerce and to help create a healthy,
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sustainable future for South Whidbey Island. 360-321-4145, www.goosefoot.org or email info@goosefoot.org Habitat for Humanity of Island County: Nonprofit, ecumenical Christian housing ministry serving low and very low income families; builds houses on North and South Whidbey in partnership with qualified families; home preservation program for exterior repairs of existing homeowners. Stores in Oak Harbor and Freeland take donations of furniture, building supplies, working appliances. Volunteer workers needed in all areas, from construction to committee work. 360-679-9444 or www.island countyhabitat.org Hearts & Hammers: Neighbors helping neighbors stay in their homes. Local nonprofit organization that brings together local volunteers to help repair and rehabilitate homes of those who are physically or financially unable to do the work alone. Volunteers do whatever repairs and renovations are possible within the scope of a one-day work blitz. There is no charge to the homeowner for labor or materials thanks to the generous support of the community. Work day is the first Saturday in May. To receive help, volunteer or donate there are two Hearts & Hammers groups serving Central and South Whidbey. Central Whidbey: 360-720-2114. South Whidbey: 360-221-6063. www.heartsandhammers.com Help House: North Whidbey’s nonprofit emergency food bank. Open Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., closed for lunch. 1091 SE Hathaway St., Oak Harbor. 360-675-0681.
HEART (Home Emergency Action Repair Team): A part of the Hearts and Hammers organization with volunteers offering emergency home repair work year-round for homeowners who cannot physically or financially do the work alone. This service answers immediate needs for home repair that cannot wait for the annual work day in May. Labor and materials are offered free to the homeowners. Priority is given to health and safety issues. South Whidbey 360-221-6063 or www.heartsandhammers.com Kids First: A local nonprofit dedicated to fulfilling the unmet needs of Island County children who are in foster care. Kids First was established in 2009 and is driven by a local team of volunteers. Kids First is the only resource of its kind serving Island County children. Call 888-969-4877 or go to www.kidsfirst-ic.org Kiwanis Club of Oak Harbor: Community service organization with emphasis on youth programs and local charities. Sponsors of the Oak Harbor High School Key Club and Crescent Harbor Elementary K-Kids. Meets weekly on Wednesday mornings at 7 a.m. at the Rustica Cafe. P.O. Box 714, Oak Harbor. 360-682-5315. Langley Masonic Lodge 218: Meets every fourth Tuesday, Grigware Hall at Trinity Lutheran Church, 18341 State Highway 525, Freeland; dinner at 6:30, meeting at 7:30. The Langley Masonic Lodge is part of the Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Washington. Freemasonry is one of the largest and oldest philanthropic organizations in the world. Mail to P.O. Box 743, Clinton, WA 98236. 360-221-5253, www.langley218.com
or email secretary@langley218.com Oak Harbor Elks Lodge No. 2362: Fraternal, charitable, patriotic, social order dedicated to the principles of charity, justice, brotherly love and fidelity. 360-675-1321. Oak Harbor Emblem Club #450: Community service organization affiliated with the Oak Harbor Elks Lodge that raises funds for scholarships and community assistance. 360-675-7111. Oak Harbor Lions Club: Raises funds for community projects which include Oak Harbor’s flag display and scholarships. Provides eyeglasses and hearing aids for those unable to afford them. Meets Wednesday evenings at Elks Lodge, 155 NE Ernst, Oak Harbor. www. oakharborlions.org Oak Leaf Rebekah Lodge No. 254: Part of the International Order of Odd Fellows, supports education through scholarships to high school students, visual research work and charitable work on community projects. Theta Rho is the girls club affiliated with Rebekah, Odd Fellow Lodge. Mail to P.O. Box 958, Oak Harbor, WA 98277. North Whidbey Lions Club: Meets at noon, the second and fourth Wednesday of the month at VFW Post 7392, 3037 North Goldie Road, Oak Harbor. 360279-9208 or email jackpeebles@comcast.net Rotary Clubs: Four active clubs: Rotary Club of South Whidbey, Whidbey Westside Rotary, Oak Harbor Rotary and North Whidbey Island Sunrise. All stand by principles of the international organization and encourage service as a basis of worthy enterprise.
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North Whidbey Coupon Club: Provides tools and assistance in the saving of money on everyday items. Open to anyone. Free. “Whidbey Coupon Club” on Facebook, 360-675-2338 or nwcouponclub@comcast.net FETCH!: Off-leash support group dedicated to working with Island County officials to establish and maintain off-leash dog parks in Island County. Provides a forum for education about responsible dog ownership and promotes understanding between dog owners and others in the community. 360-321-4049 or www.fetchparks.org Fil-Am Association: The Filipino-American Association is dedicated to promoting cultural understanding and fellowship among the Filipino-American families in Oak Harbor. Find “Filipino-American Association of Oak Harbor” on Facebook: www.facebook. com/Filipino-American-Association-of-Oak-Harbor-145724825490209 Flying Fingers Deaf and Hearing Social Club: First Friday of Month. Held at corner church, Langley United Methodist Church, Third St./ Anthes Ave. in Fireside Room. A chat/fat/signing group who celebrate holiday, birthdays and enjoy ASL in conversational spirit. A fun evening of shared refreshment, non-mandatory donation room usage, monthly get together. For online signers, former college sign language students who want to brush up on their reading skills, parents of deaf adults, anyone interested in this unique language skill. Some in group, don't remember signs, but attend
and support our deaf community. 360-221-0383 or email sisoleil973@yahoo.com. Greyhound Pets Inc.: Nonprofit group dedicated to finding homes for racing greyhounds once their careers have ended. Has rescued 3,500 greyhounds. Greyhounds available for adoption at Sunset Kennels and in foster homes. www.greyhound petsinc.org Island Classic Mustang Club: All owners of Mustangs or Fords are welcome. Annual Show and Shine Car Show in Oak Harbor. Meets the second Thursday of the month at various locations in Oak Harbor. www.islandclassicmustangclub.com Island County Amateur Radio Club: Testing monthly, field day exercise in June. 360-730-2250, www.w7avm.org or email k7na@w7avm.org Island County Astronomical Society: Anyone interested in astronomy or educational outreach is invited to attend. www.icas-wa.org Macintosh Appreciation Group of Island County (MAGIC): Serves people who use Macintosh/Apple computers, devices, software and peripherals; meets 4-6 p.m. the third Wednesday of each month at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 20103 State Highway 525, Freeland; offers classes, workshops, online newsletter and mentoring services. www.whidbey.com/magicmug Majestic Glass Corvette Club: Nonprofit group with the purpose to develop friendship and pride among Corvette owners. Actively promotes, sponsors, organizes and supervises sports car outings, meetings, exhibitions, car shows and other Corvette-related
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Provide service on local, national and international projects and scholarships for local students. Reach Oak Harbor Rotary Club at www.ohrotary.org, North Whidbey Sunrise Rotary at 360-679-2527, Rotary Club of South Whidbey at 360-969-3839 or rotary@whidbey.com and Whidbey Westside Rotary at www.rotarywestside.com Soroptimist International of Coupeville: Service organization of women which focuses on making a difference for women and children. Soroptimist International of Oak Harbor: Provides service to the community and works to advance the status of women. Projects include Women’s Opportunity Awards, community college vo-tech awards and free mammograms for those in need. www.sioakharbor.com Soroptimist International of South Whidbey: Women business owners, managers and professionals provide service and financial support to advance the status of women. 360-331-4127. South Whidbey Lions Club: Committed to supporting the Lions’ Sight & Hearing Program to assist those in need in the South Whidbey community with eye/ hearing exams, glasses and hearing aids. Club grants scholarships to South Whidbey High School students, maintains the landscaping at Freeland Park and participates in the Highway Cleanup Project. Meets at 10 a.m., the second and fourth Thursdays at M-Bar-C Ranch. 360-331-3151. United Way of Island County: 350 SE Pioneer Way, Suite 101, P.O. Box 798, Oak Harbor WA 98277. cniiro@ uwic.comcastbiz.net | 360-675-1778 Venture Club of Oak Harbor: Under direction of Soroptimist International of Oak Harbor. Members are professional and business women age 18-40 who work or live in the Oak Harbor or Coupeville area. www.sioakharbor.org Whidbey Island Masonic Lodge 15: Meets every third Tuesday, 804 N. Main Street, Coupeville. 360-420-7110, www.whidbeyisland-15.org or email info@whidbeyisland-15.org Whidbey Island Nourishes: WIN is a volunteerpowered organization dedicated to preparing and delivering no-cost meals to those in need on South Whidbey, focusing on nutrition and education for our young people. 360-221-7787 or www.whidbeislandnourishes.org
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activities. Meetings are held the second and fourth Tuesdays. www.majesticglass.org North Whidbey Island Cribbage Club: Meets 6 p.m. every Thursday at Island Pizza. Everyone who enjoys cribbage and is over 18 years of age is invited to play. Ken Daugherty at 360-679-2866 or email islandcoffeeman@gmail.com Oak Harbor Yacht Club: Promotes an interest in boating and related activities. Membership is open to boaters and non-boaters alike. Social activities include regular potlucks and dinners. Cruise fleet sponsors events throughout the year and sail fleet has an active race program that supports the local youth sailing program as well as events such as Whidbey Island Race Week. 360-675-1314, theyachtclub@comcast.net or www.ohyc.org Oasis For Animals: Oasis is dedicated to ending pet overpopulation through spay/neuter surgeries, networking with other rescue groups and shelters to save animals from euthanasia, providing education and assisting in any way that they are able to help animals in need. 360-321-4142 or www.oasisforanimals.org Penn Cove Water Festival Association: Continues an annual revival of the historic Coupeville Water Festival by bringing families together to enjoy Native American canoe racing, entertainment, crafts and culture. Festival held every May. www.penncovewaterfestival.com Quilters on the Rock Guild: This Whidbey Island quilting organization meets at 6 p.m. the third Monday of each month at the United Methodist Church
Fellowship Hall, 608 N. Main St., Coupeville. Quilters of all ages, interest and experience are welcome. Offers a range of programs, speakers, retreats and projects. www.quiltersontherock.com Whidbey Animals’ Improvement Foundation (WAIF): Nonprofit organization dedicated to providing aid, comfort and humane treatment to homeless domesticated animals on Whidbey Island. Outreach programs to educate to prevent overpopulation. Manages the minimal-kill animal shelters in Oak Harbor and Coupeville, providing veterinary care and vaccines, high quality food, comfort for shelter residents and active facilitation of their adoptions. Visit WAIF Thrift Shops and cat adoption centers in Oak Harbor and Freeland. 360-678-8900 or www.waifanimals.org Whidbey Cruzers Car Club: Nonprofit dedicated to designing, restoring and preserving all types of vehicles, classic or street rod. Events include cruises, civic and charitable events, car shows. Meets the first Tuesday of each month at the VFW Post 7392, 3037 North Goldie Road. www.whidbeycruzers.com Whidbey Dragon Boat Club: The premiere Dragon Boat Club on Whidbey Island. Its mission is to promote the physical, social and emotional benefits of dragon boating. The club welcomes paddlers of all ages, abilities and fitness levels. They have two teams, and during the season boats go out for practice five to six times per week from the Oak Harbor Marina. Join for fun, fitness and friendship. www.npsdragonboat.wixsite.com/dragonboat
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Whidbey Island Gem Club: For rockhounds, lapidary, knappers, wire-wrappers and silver smiths. Members (beginning and expert) have access to a fully equipped rock shop and a knapping facility where they are taught by and practice with knowledgeable volunteers. Meetings the first Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. in the Oak Harbor Senior Center. The rock shop next to the Senior Center is open Tuesdays and Wednesdays. 360-675-1837. Whidbey Island Kite fliers: Members are from entire island and surrounding areas. Club fun flies are held the third Saturday of the month, generally at Fort Casey. Sponsors Whidbey Island Kite Fliers; sponsors annual kite festival in September. Email secretary@ whidbeykiteclub.net Whidbey Island Nordic Lodge: Local organization celebrating the culture and traditions of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden. Meetings are the third Saturday of the month from September to May at Whidbey Island Nordic Lodge, 63 Jacobs Road, Coupeville. email whidbeyislandnordiclodge@gmail. com or www.whidbeyislandnordiclodge.wordpress.com Whidbey Island Radio Control Society: Dedicated to building and flying radio controlled model aircraft. Meets 7 p.m. the fourth Monday of the month at Family Bible Church, 2760 N. Heller Road., Oak Harbor. kkwoblick@comcast.net or www.wircsrc.com Whidbey Island Stamp Club: An affiliate of the American Philatelic Society. Each month an informed presentation is presented for the enjoyment of members and guests. Meets 7 p.m. second and fourth Tuesday of the month at the Oak Harbor Senior Center, 51 SE Jerome St. Whidbey Weavers’ Guild: A dynamic organization dedicated to providing environment instilling interest, stimulation and education in fiber arts. www.whidbeyweaversguild.org
SPORTS
Back Country Horsemen: Island County chapter is part of a statewide, nonprofit organization dedicated to keeping trails open for all users and educating horse and mule-users in Leave No Trace practices. Members help maintain, build and clean up trails and horse camps. 360-929-3408, www.bchw.org or email longearsb@frontier.com Central Whidbey Sportsmen’s Association: Activities include shooting sports on club’s ranges: 75-yard
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Educational Displays and Videos Fun Gift Shop with unique gifts, books, DVD’s, jewelry, hats, t-shirts, toys For rainy days, check out our free lending library for books and DVD’s Free Admission & Gift Shop Open Thursdays through Mondays 11 A.M. to 5 P.M., 105 Anthes Ave, Langley, WA (360) 221-7505 langleywhalecenter@whidbey.com • Follow Langley Whale Center on Facebook
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covered pistol; 100- and 200-meter rifle; trap; and bowling pin with four stations. Monthly black powder shoots. Complete clubhouse with kitchen facilities. Meetings at 7 p.m. the second Monday of the month. 360-969-1491 or www.cwsaonline.org Coupeville Booster Club: Parent group supporting after school athletics: raise school spirit, purchase equipment, fly game-day flags, sell Wolves merchandise and more. “Supporting our school, our athletes, and raising school spirit and community pride.” Find the group on Facebook. Go Wolves! Deception Pass Sail & Power Squadron: Part of the United States Power Squadrons, meets the second Tuesday of each month, September through May, at various Oak Harbor restaurants. 360-672-8170. The Fishin’ Club: A club for all salt water and fresh water anglers. The club meets at 7 p.m. on the first Thursday of each month at the M-Bar-C Ranch, Shore Meadow Ave., Freeland. Bring a friend and be our guest for an interesting and fun evening. A guest speaker comes each month, covering different topics. The club also supports college scholarships for marine and conservation majors and holiday food drive for less-fortunate families on South Whidbey Island. Contact: The Fishin’ Club, P.O. Box 1292, Freeland, WA 98249. www.myfishinclub.com North Whidbey Little League: Volunteer organization providing playing opportunities in baseball and softball for boys and girls from 5-18 years. Registrations start in January, evaluations and team formation in February and practice in March. The regular season is April through June 15. All-Star tournaments generally begin in July. 417 SE Bayshore Drive, Oak Harbor. 360-679-1522 or email presidentnorthwhidbeyLL@gmail.com North Whidbey Sportsmen’s Association: Club ranges, archery 50-75 yards, stationary targets, pistol 50 yards covered, rifle 100 and 200 yards covered, standard trap, complete clubhouse and kitchen facilities. Activities: pistol, IDPA, falling plate bain chi cup matches, weekly trap matches, Boy Scouts and hunter education. 360-675-2964 or www.northwhidbeysportsmen.org North Whidbey Soccer Club: Nonprofit, volunteerbased organization providing spring and fall seasons of youth soccer for about 500 young people ages 5-13. wys-nwsc.affinitysoccer.com or email northwhidbeysoccerclub@gmail.com South Whidbey Parks and Aquatics Foundation: Mission is to make parks and aquatics activities accessible
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to all residents of the South Whidbey community by raising money to fund capital expenses, operating endowments and scholarships as well as supporting new and existing parks and aquatics programs. www.swpaf.org South Whidbey Yacht Club: Its mission is to foster safe boating and the responsible enjoyment of our marine resources by our members and the community at large through educational programs, community outreach and boating-related activities afloat and ashore. Monthly meetings. Guests are always welcome. And you don’t need to own a boat to join. SWYC P.O. Box 316, Greenbank, WA 98253. www.swyachtclub.org Oak Harbor Racquet Club: All are welcome. Lessons and social play held year-round. Sundays noon to 3 p.m. drop-in time at Oak Harbor High School tennis courts. Seasonal leagues are available. 360-675-3816. Whidbey Fly Fishing Club: Meets to discuss upcoming outings, listen to guest speakers and share techniques in fly fishing. It is a great opportunity for the experienced fly guy as well as the beginner wanting help with equipment, fly selection, etc. This is an informal gathering meant to have fun. Meets in Greenbank. 253-653-8217 or cdwright92@gmail.com Whidbey Island Pony Club: Chapter of United States Pony Clubs, the leading junior equestrian organization in the world, providing English riding instruction, horse management, competition and camps. Whidbey club hosts annual WIPC Horse Trials in July with 300-plus competitors of all ages and skills. 360720-7270 or www.whidbeyisland.ponyclub.org
held weekly. Special events for middle/high schoolers held monthly. Summer/spring/winter day camps and enrichment programs available. 360-240-9273 or www.bgcsc.org/snohomish-clubs/oak-harbor-club Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts, Explorers: Boy Scouts of America, Mount Baker Council, serves boys and girls ages 5-20. Join and enjoy camping, family fun, adventure, leadership and learning self-reliance. Programs and camps for boys and girls, training for adults and volunteer leaders. Contact Blake Jones at 425-338-0380 or www.mountbakerbsa.org/districts/island Girl Scouts: Provides scouting programs for girls from kindergarten on up. Call 206-633-5600 for the local council, Girl Scouts of Western Washington. Ryan’s House for Youth: A nonprofit organization that aims to provide a safe living environment for at-risk teens where caring mentors can provide them with tools and opportunities for growth toward better relationships and better futures. 360-331-4575, www.ryanshouseforyouth.org or email ryanshouseforyouth@gmail.com The HUB After School: Serves middle and high school youth every school day from 2:30-5:30 p.m. and 1-5 p.m. on early release days. Location at 301 Anthes Ave., Langley. Mailing address is P.O. Box 1324, Langley, WA. 98260. 360-221-0969 or email thehub@whidbey.com When people think of libraries, they often just think "books." But today's modern libraries are so much more than that.
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4-H Clubs: Kids from 5-19 focus on their own interests (animals, environment, computers, etc.) and members are supported as they learn by doing. 360-639-6064 Boys & Girls Club of Coupeville: The Positive Place for Kids meets at 203 N. Main St. (in the old firehouse). All kids ages 6-18 are welcome to join for fun activities, healthy snacks, homework support and summer camp programs. 360-678-5640 or www.coupevilleboysandgirlsclub.org Boys & Girls Club of Oak Harbor: Provides kids ages 5-18 with a positive place to go and an environment in which to interact with other kids and have a positive learning experience. The Roller Barn in Oak Harbor is the headquarters. Tutoring, activities and teen night
Delicious Food Made Fresh on Whidbey Island Pies baked daily, by the slice or whole to go. Hearty seafood chowder, soups, salads and sandwiches using local ingredients whenever possible. Serving espresso and select beers & wines.
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Your Hometown Health and Rehab Center
Highly skilled professionals providing physical, occupational, and speech therapies. 24 hour compassionate nursing care. Dedicated to our community. Family owned and operated since 1986. 311 N.E. 3rd St., Coupeville • 360.678.2273 frontoffice@careageofwhidbey.com • www.careageofwhidbey.com
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of community needs and interests. Mental health will be the subject for the first part of 2018. Details, along with links to library and community resources, can be found at: sno-isle.org/issues-that-matter. The Oak Harbor library offers the Oak Harbor Poetry project, which brings featured poets from all across the West Coast. The Freeland Library will continue its Work Source classes, which provides information on such topics as creating a WorkSourceWA account, job search strategies, writing an effective cover letter, resume review, preparing for interviews, retraining and other services.
Computer coding classes for teens is offered at Oak Harbor Library, which also offers "Gentle Chair Yoga" and "AARP Tax Aide" assistance. Coupeville Library "Second Friday Nonfiction Book Group" offers a space and time to discuss various books with other literary enthusiasts. Sign up for a library card to take advantage of all the programs and resources Sno-Isle Libraries have to offer. Visit sno-isle.org for more information.
Freeland Library 360-331-7323 | 5495 Harbor Ave. Manager: Betsy Arand Langley Library 360-221-4383 | 104 2nd St. Manager: Vicky Welfare Oak Harbor Library 60-675-5115 | 1000 SE Regatta Dr. Manager: Jane Lopez-Santillana
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ffering healthy local produce and much more, Whidbey Island's farmers markets are a tasty way to experience Whidbey Island products and discover the talents of local artisans. Visitors can buy fresh produce, meats and fish as well as handmade arts and crafts. These artistic items make great gifts or are a wonderful way to bring color and beauty to one's home. These markets take place on North, Central and South Whidbey throughout the spring and summer four different days of the week.
OAK HARBOR FARMERS MARKET 4 p.m. - 7 p.m., Thursdays, May 30 through September on Highway 20 next to the Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce.
LANGLEY FARMERS MARKET 2 p.m. - 6 p.m., Thursdays, May through September in Frick Alley, between First and Second streets. Vendors will be selling everything from produce to art at this family-friendly event. Whidbey Island Fair 2020
July 16 - 19
COUPEVILLE FARMERS MARKET the corner of Highway 525 and 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Saturdays, April through October. Fresh local produce, artisans, crafts and foods. Located on the community green off Alexander Street, behind the library.
BAYVIEW FARMERS MARKET
10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Saturdays, late April through early October off Highway 525. Fresh produce, plants, meat. Artisan and craftsman booths; jewelry, fountains, furniture, toys, fiber art, pottery, cards, photography, clothing, garden art, hand-knits and more. For more information, visit www.bayviewfarmersmarket.com
Thompson Road.
Family-friend place on a lush meadow with picnic tables, live music, education features and children’s activities. Produce vendors may accept SNAP coupons as well as Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program coupons. For more information, visit www.southwhidbeytilth.org
SOUTH WHIDBEY TILTH FARMERS MARKET
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hidbey Island offers a variety of public parks, enhanced by the natural beauty of the surround landscape. These parks are the perfect place to have family fun, get some exercise, play a game of catch or let your dog run free in one of the island's five leash-free parks for pooches. For information about dog-friendly parks in Island County, visit fetchparks.org or call 360-321-4049.
DISTRICTS North Whidbey Park & Recreation District 85 SE Jerome St., Oak Harbor, WA 98277 Phone: 360-675-7665 www.oakharborpool.com
South Whidbey Parks & Recreation District 5475 Maxwelton Road, Langley, WA 98260 Phone: 360-221-5484 www.swparks.org
STATE PARKS Deception Pass State Park
41020 State Route 20 Oak Harbor, WA 98277 Phone: 360-675-3767
Amenities: 4,134 acres, 77,000 feet of saltwater shoreline, 33,900 feet of freshwater shoreline on three lakes, old-growth forests and abundant wildlife. The park has 167 tent sites, 143 utility spaces,
five hiker/biker sites, two dump stations, 20 restrooms, 10 showers, hiking trails and five saltwater and two freshwater boat ramps.
Mountains, shellfish harvesting. Hiking trails, amphitheater, fire circles. The campground is currently closed.
Fort Casey State Park
NATIONAL PARKS
1280 Engle Road Coupeville, WA 98239 Phone: 360-678-4519
Amenities: Old army fort, marine camping park with a lighthouse and sweeping views of Admiralty Inlet and the Strait of Juan de Fuca, 22 standard sites, 13 utility sites, hiking trails.
Fort Ebey State Park 400 Hill Valley Dr. Coupeville, WA 98239 Phone: 360-678-4636
Amenities: Originally built as a coastal defense fort in World War II, 25+ miles of hiking and biking trails, two log picnic shelters, picnic sites, 39 camp sites (campground closed Nov. 1-Feb. 28).
Joseph Whidbey State Park Crosby Road Oak Harbor, WA 98277 360-678-4519
Amenities: Day-use park with 3,100 feet of saltwater shoreline on the Strait of Juan De Fuca in northern Puget Sound, two grass fields, mile hiking trail, kitchen shelter, picnic tables.
South Whidbey State Park 128 S. Smugglers Cove Road Freeland, WA 98249 Phone: 360-331-4559
Amenities: Day-use park with oldgrowth forest and stunning views of the Puget Sound and Olympic
Ebey's Landing Historical Reserve Office: 162 Cemetery Road Coupeville, WA 98239 Phone: 360-678-6084 A partnership of the National Park Service, the Town of Coupeville, Island County and Washington State Parks. Comprised of 17,000 acres, mostly privately owned.
ISLAND COUNTY PARKS Ala Spit Beach Access 5050 Geck Road Oak Harbor, WA 98277 Amenities: Fishing, clamming, trails, passive use, beach access, limited parking area, vista.
Cornet Bay Dock 296 Cornet Bay Road Oak Harbor, WA 98277 Amenities: Moorage, beach walking, clamming. This access has close neighbors; please respect private property. Moorage information: Contact Peter Sykas, 360-675-7760 or Parks Administration Office, 360-679-7331
Crockett Blockhouse 530 Patmore Road Coupeville, WA 98239 Amenities: Historical blockhouse, parking.
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Dan Porter Park
Double Bluff
Freeland Park
7490 S. Deer Lake Road
6325 Double Bluff Road Freeland, WA 98249
1535 E. Shoreview Ave. Freeland, WA 98249
Amenities: Beach access, clamming, vault restrooms, interpretive signage, parking, vista, picnic area, off leash area for pets. Close neighbors; please respect private property.
Amenities: Boat ramp and dock, picnic area with barbecues, covered picnic shelter, new pavilion with picnic table and barbecue grill, flush restrooms, playground, walking trails, clamming (when in season), fresh water, parking, vista.
Clinton, WA 98236 Amenities: Restrooms, ballfield, playground, nature trails, picnic shelter.
Dave Mackie Park 7490 Maxwelton Road Clinton, WA 98236 Amenities: Playground, restrooms with shower and dog wash, beach access, two ballfields and grandstand, picnic shelter, group picnic shelter with brick stove barbecue, concession stand (water/electric available), vista. (Boat ramp currently closed.)
Driftwood Park 399 Keystone Ave. Coupeville, WA 98239 Amenities: Beach access, parking area, vista, portable bathrooms (only during fishing season, June 1-Nov. 30).
Greenbank Trails From Highway 525 turn east on Wonn Road. Park at the Greenbank Farm. Trails are also accessible from the turnout just north of the Greenbank Farm. Amenities: Hiking trails.
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West end of Hastie Lake Road Oak Harbor, WA 98277 Amenities: Boat ramp, beach access, parking, vista. This access has close neighbors; please respect private property.
Kettles Trails
Several access points off Highway 20 just north of Coupeville and from Fort Ebey State Park Amenities: Miles of hiking, bike and horse trails.
Ledgewood Beach 1846 Driftwood Way Coupeville, WA 98277
Amenities: Vista, beach access, very limited parking. This access has close neighbors; please respect private property.
Libbey Beach Park
2750 Libbey Road Oak Harbor, WA 98277 Amenities: Beach access, barbecues, picnic tables, vault restroom, parking, vista.
Lagoon Point North
Turn west off Highway 525 onto Smugglers Cove Road. Proceed to West Cliff Drive and turn West. Access at very bottom of hill by the shore. Signs marked Private Property to either side of the beach. Amenities: Fishing, limited beach access, limited parking, vista, portable bathrooms (only during fishing season, Aug. 1-Nov. 30).
Lagoon Point South
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West Cliff Drive and turn west. Turn south on Lagoon View, then west onto Salmon Street. Follow to end for access. Amenities: Limited beach access, extremely limited parking, vista. These sites have close neighbors. Please respect private property.
Marguerite Brons Memorial Park 2837 Becker Road Clinton, WA 98236
Amenities: Fenced-off leash area for pets, trails, picnic shelter, water, lights, informational kiosk.
Amenities: Shallow-water boat ramp, parking area for cars and trailers, portable bathroom (seasonal), vista. This access has close neighbors. Please respect private property
Patmore Pit
530 Patmore Road Coupeville, WA 98239 Amenities: Parking, information kiosk, picnic tables, enclosed pet agility area, large run-free pet area (partially enclosed).
Putney Woods
512 Scenic Heights Road Oak Harbor, WA 98277
North on Highway 525 to light, right on Bayview Road, follow Bayview Road for approximately one mile to Andreason Road, left on Andreason to stop sign, right on Lone Lake Road for ½ mile. The Putney Woods web site is maintained by a private volunteer organization and is not in any way affiliated with or a part of Island County government.
Amenities: Boat ramp, interpretive signs, beach access, parking.
Amenities: Car and trailer parking, trails, hunting (in season).
Moran Beach
Rhododendren Park
Mariners Cove
2200 Mariner Beach Dr. Oak Harbor, WA 98277 Amenities: Boat ramp, parking area, vista. This access has close neighbors; please respect private property.
Monroe Landing
899 Powell Road Oak Harbor, WA 98277
502 W. Patmore Road
Amenities: Beach and tideland access, hand-carry boat launching, walking, parking area, vista. Close neighbors; please respect private property.
Amenities: Parking lot, three ballfields, flush restroom, picnic area, playground, picnic shelter with barbecue, access to trail system.
Mutiny Bay
From Highway 525 at Freeland, turn south on Fish Road for one mile, and turn Southeast on Mutiny Bay Road. After 1/3 mile, turn west on Robinson Road and follow to beach access.
Coupeville, WA 98277
Rhododendren Campground
20265 Highway 20 Coupeville, WA 98277 Campsites are available on a firstcome, first-serve basis.
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Amenities: 15 pay campsites, three RV sites (water only), vault toilets, barbecues, picnic tables, fireplace rings, fresh water, trails. Closed from Nov. 1-April 1.
Robinson Beach
Adjacent to Mutiny Bay boat ramp. Amenities: Beach access, parking, portable toilet (seasonal), vista. This access has close neighbors. Please respect private property.
Saratoga Woods 4228 Saratoga Road Langley, WA 98260
Amenities: Horse, bike and hiking trails, parking lot, picnic area, vista, porta-potty.
West Beach
2395 West Beach Road Oak Harbor, WA 98277 Amenities: Storm, sunset and Puget Sound island views, limited parking, beach access.
City of Langley
112 2nd Street 360-221-4246 www.langleywa.org
For city parks, check out the following websites: City of Oak Harbor
865 SE Barrington Drive 360-279-4500 www.oakharbor.org
Town of Coupeville
4 NE 7th Street 360-678-4461 www.townofcoupeville.org
Dog-friendly Dog owners may want to visit one of Whidbey Island's free dog-friendly areas. The OAK HARBOR DOG PARK, just north of town, is at the end of Technical Drive off Goldie Road. The CLOVER VALLEY DOG PARK, also north of Oak Harbor, is on the corner of Oak Harbor and Ault Field roads. This fenced park includes a covered picnic area and fresh water. PATMORE PIT, south of Coupeville, has the island’s largest fenced pet area. It also includes a fenced agility area and a fenced area for small dogs. From Highway 20, turn on Patmore Road, go past Keystone Hill Road and turn left on the drive leading to the parks maintenance facility. GREENBANK FARM offers acres of off-leash dog walking trails and open space overlooking the historic farm. Access trails from the parking area at the farm or from a turnout just off State Highway 525. Parking is available along the road. DOUBLE BLUFF BEACH on Useless Bay offers two miles of shoreline for dogs and humans to explore. From Highway 525, go south to the end of Double Bluff Road. MARGUERITE BRONS PARK a completely fenced, 13-acre park on South Whidbey, is a half mile south on Bayview Road. It offers three areas, one for small dogs, one for large dogs and one that is wooded trails. For more information, visit www.fetchparks.org
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Churches
Family Bible Church | 360-679-1585 2760 SW Heller Road | www.oakharborfamilybible.org
OAK HARBOR
First Church of Christ, Scientist 360-675-0621 | 721 SW 20th Court
Assembly of God Church | 360-675-4852 319 SW 3rd Ave. | www.oakharborag.org
First United Methodist Church | 360-675-2441 1050 SE Ireland St. | www.oakharborfumc.org
Bible Baptist Church | 360-675-8311 1701 Harns Road | www.bbcoakharbor.org
First Reformed Church | 360-675-4837 250 SW 3rd Ave. | www.frcoh.org
Calvary Chapel Oak Harbor | 360-679-6959 1560 SE 9th Ave. | www.calvarychapeloakharbor.org Christian Reformed Church | 360-675-2881 1411 N. Wieldraayer Road | www.ohcrc.org Concordia Lutheran Church | 360-675-2548 590 N. Oak Harbor St. | www.concordiaoakharbor.org Christ the King Community Church | 360-679-1288 51 SE Jerome St. | www.ctk.net Church of Christ | 360-675-3441 1000 NE Koetje Road | www.churchofchrist.org
Grace by the Sea | 360-679-3431 540 SE Pioneer Way | www.gracebythesea.org Grace Community Church | 360-679-1678 29470 SR 20 | www.whidbeygrace.org Grace Evangelical Church | 360-679-2601 1411 Wieldraayer Road | www.graceevangelical.org Island Vineyard Community Church | 360-720-1767 1080 Pioneer Way | www.islandvineyard.org
Living Word Foursquare 360-675-5008 | 490 NW Crosby Ave. www.livingwordoakharbor.com Mission Ministry 360-679-9246 | 1751 D1, Goldie Road New Life Missionary 360-675-0935 | 656 SE Bayshore Dr. Oak Harbor Christian Fellowship | 360-320-4954 1780 SE 4th Ave. | www.ohcfellowship.com Oak Harbor Church of Christ | 360-675-3441 1000 NE Koetje St. | www.churchofchrist-oh.org Oak Harbor Lutheran Church | 360-679-1561 1253 NW Second Ave. | www.oakharborlutheran.org Oak Harbor Southern Baptist Church 360-675-6686 | 50 SW 6th Ave. www.ohsbc.org
Korean Presbyterian Church of Oak Harbor 360-675-3744 | 250 SW 3rd Ave.
Oak Harbor United Pentecostal Church 404-661-4653 | 210 SE Pioneer Way., Ste. 4 www.oakharborupc.com
Life Church | 360-679-3158 1767 NE Regatta Drive | www.life-church.co
St. Augustine Catholic Church | 360-675-2303 185 N. Oak Harbor St. | www.staugustineoh.org
Church on the Rock | 360-675-3032 1780 SE 4th Ave. | www.graceforall.com
Lighthouse Christian Center 360-679-3158 | 1767 NE Regatta Drive www.lighthouseministries.net
St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church 360-279-0715 | 555 SE Regatta Drive www.ststephensofoakharbor.org
Faith Tabernacle of Praise 360-679-1003 | 620 Erin Park Road
Living Faith Christian Center | 360-675-9221 551 NE Midway Blvd., Ste. 4 | www.lfccoh.org
Seventh-day Adventist Church | 360-675-4412 31830 SR 20 | www.oakharborchurch.org
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 360-675-3349 | 201 NE Oleary St. | www.lds.org Church of the Nazarene | 360-675-0705 1100 W. Whidbey Ave. | www.ohnaz.com
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Sovereign Grace Orthodox Presbyterian Church 360-679-8893 | 31830 SR 20 | www.sgopc.org Whidbey Presbyterian Church | 360-679-3579 1148 SE 8th Ave. | www.whidbeypres.org
COUPEVILLE Centerpoint Christian Fellowship 360-678-3713 | 16604 SR 20 Coupeville Community Bible Church | 360-678-4778 502 NE Otis St. | www.coupevillechurch.com Coupeville United Methodist Church 360-678-4256 | 608 N. Main St. www.coupevilleumc.com Jehovah’s Witnesses 360-678-7471 | 331 W. Morris Road Living Hope Foursquare Church 360-678-6692 | 105 NW Broadway Ave. www.livinghopeonwhidbey.org St. Mary Catholic Church 60-678-6536 | 207 N Main St. www.staugustineoh.org/smcc/index_sm.php
FREELAND Christian Life Center | 360-331-5778 1832 Scott Road, Ste. A | www.clcwhidbey.com First Baptist Church of South Whidbey | 360-321-4457 2277 Newman Road | firstbaptistsouthwhidbey.com St. Augustine’s in-the-Woods Episcopal Church 360-331-4887 | 5217 S. Honeymoon Bay Road www.staugstineepiscopalchurch.org Trinity Lutheran Church | 360-331-5191 18341 SR 525 | www.trinitylutheranfreeland.org Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Whidbey Island | 360-321-8656 | 20103 SR 525 www.uucwi.org
The Island Church of Whidbey | 360-221-6980 503 Cascade Ave. | www.islandchurchofwhidbey.org
Sunday Morning Worship: 8:00 & 10:30 am Evening Worship: 6:30 pm (at St. Mary’s, Coupeville) Sunday School for all ages: 9:15 am Jeffrey R. Spencer, Lead Pastor Marc Stroud, Associate Pastor
679-1561 oakharborlutheran.org
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Calvary Chapel-Whidbey Island | 360-579-2570 3821 French Road | www.ccwhidbey.com St. Peter’s Lutheran Church | 360-341-4715 6309 S. Wilson Place | www.whidbeynet.net/stpeters
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 360-221-3141 | 5425 Maxwelton Road www.mormon.org
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Unity of Whidbey | 360-321-5030 5671 Crawford Road | www.unityofwhidbeyisland.org
Christian Science Society 360-321-4080 | 15910 SR 525
First Baptist Church 360-321-4457 | 2277 Newman Road www.firstbaptistsouthwhidbey.com
Oak Harbor
South Whidbey Assembly | 360-221-1656 5373 Maxwelton Road | www.swagchurch.com
LANGLEY
San De Fuca Community Chape 360-678-6538 | 724 Wall St.
Hillside Evangelical Free Church | 360-222-3211 874 Plantation Dr. | www.hillside-efc.com
St. Hubert Catholic Church | 360-221-5383 804 3rd St. | www.sthubertchurch.org
St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church
555 SE Regatta Dr. • Oak Harbor
Heart to Heart – Hand to Hand
Oak Harbor Lutheran Church, 1253 NW 2nd Ave Across the street from OHHS For more information about our program, call 360-679-1561 or visit oakharborlutheran.org
Weekend Masses Saturday Vigil Sunday Daily Masses Mon, Tue, Thr, Fri Wednesday
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