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Farms & Fields ....................................... 6-7 Tulip Festival ..................................... 8-11 Wineries ........................................ 12 Breweries ........................................ 13 Display Gardens ................................... 14-15 Recreation ................................... 16-25 On the Calendar ................................... 26-29 Getting There ................................... 30-31 While You Are Here ................................... 32-51 Tours ................................... 52-53 Entertainment ................................... 54-55 Resources ........................................ 57 Advertising Directory ........................................ 58 1215 Anderson Road, Mount Vernon, WA 98274 P: 360.424.3251 • F: 360.424.5300 Advertising: 360.416.2108 • ads@skagitads.com | Restocking: 360.416.2171 © Skagit Publishing, 2020 | All rights reserved.

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Welcome to Skagit County

Youngs Bar near Edgewater Park in Mount Vernon

PEOPLE have lived in the

Outdoor recreation is available with every season, from Skagit Valley for over 10,000 hiking, cycling and rockyears, drawn to the sea that borders its west end, the moun- climbing to boating, fishing and tains on its east and a pristine golfing. There are two casinos, river running through its core. several shopping districts and, Neighboring Mount Baker, a of course, parks and beaches snow-covered volcano, stands overlooking the sapphire-blue water of the Puget Sound. as a stunning backdrop, not The coastal burgs of Anaonly as a place to play but also a reminder that the powers of cortes, La Conner and Edison nature shaped this valley. are widely known for their skagitvisitor.com

marine amenities and arts communities. They complement the history-rich towns of Mount Vernon and Sedro-Woolley and the bustling pace of commerce-focused Burlington.

No matter what you like, there’s plenty to explore in the Skagit Valley.

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AGRICULTURE is king in the Skagit

Valley with more than 90 crops grown ranging from blueberries to potatoes to apples. And, of course, fields upon fields of flowers in spring.

As you drive through the Skagit Valley, tune your car radio to 1630 AM to hear “InFARMation” to learn more. Meanwhile, “Talking

Fields” offers a self-guided, 10-stop tour that goes from the state Department of Fish & Wildlife goose reserve at the south end to Taylor Shellfish Farms at the north end. Each Talking Field site has a QR code. Check it out at talkingfields.org.

FESTIVAL OF FAMILY FARMS The annual Skagit Valley Festival of Family Farms is the first weekend of October and offers visitors a glimpse into farm life at different farms around the valley. Meet family farmers and see what their operations are all about. The event features educational exhibits, gardening demonstrations, free samples and kids’ activities.

See details at festivaloffamily farms.com.

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FARMERS MARKETS Farmers markets usually run spring through fall. Most have food and entertainment.

ANACORTES FARMERS MARKET w 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays, early May to October w Winter market: second Saturday, January through April w Depot Arts Center, 611 R Ave. w anacortesfarmersmarket.org BOW FARMERS MARKET w 1 to 6 p.m. Thursdays, mid-June to mid-September w Samish Bay Cheese, 15115 Bow Hill Road w bowlittlemarket.com

MOUNT VERNON WEDNESDAY MARKET w Wednesday afternoons, June to September w Skagit Valley Hospital, 1415 Kincaid St. w mountvernonfarmersmarket.org SEDRO-WOOLLEY FARMERS MARKET w 3 to 7 p.m. Wednesdays, late May to mid-October w Hammer Heritage Square, Ferry and Metcalf streets w sedrowoolleyfarmersmarket.com

CONCRETE SATURDAY MARKET w 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays, late May to early September w Concrete Community Center, 45821 Railroad St. w Email concretesaturdaymarket1@ gmail.com

Organics • Vegetables Baked Goods • Honey Fresh Meat • Dairy • Eggs Art • Live Music • Community

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ISLAND HOSPITAL FARM STAND w 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays, mid-June to mid-September w Island Hospital rose garden courtyard, 1211 24th St., Anacortes

Every Saturday 9am-2pm May 2 - October 31

MOUNT VERNON FARMERS MARKET w 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays, May to October w Riverwalk Plaza, downtown Mount Vernon w mountvernonfarmersmarket.org

September 19 (During the Market) Pie Contest & More

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farm fields become palettes of yellow, red, pink and purple for a glorious couple of weeks before the tulip blooms are cut to prepare the bulbs for harvest.

The Skagit Valley Tulip Festival has been a staple for over three decades, draws visitors from around the world, and was named by Oprah Magazine as one of the 10 best flower festivals in the U.S. The event isn’t a single event at all, but more of a self-driving tour of fields with a variety of connected locations and events to visit along the way.

Festival events each year include: Kiwanis Salmon Barbecue daily at Hillcrest Park in Mount Vernon; the Tulip Festival Street Fair 10 EXPLORE SKAGIT VALLEY

in downtown Mount Vernon; the Tulip Run; the Tulip Pedal bicycle rides; and the World’s Largest Garage Sale at the Skagit County Fairgrounds in Mount Vernon. There are also art shows and wine tastings along with the chainsaw-carving demonstration in Sedro-Woolley, a quilt walk in Anacortes and more.

The festival officially covers the entire month of April, but only Mother Nature decides when the flowers will actually bloom. Even if you miss some of the fields in action, there are plenty of tulips to be seen at Washington Bulb’s RoozenGaarde display and at Tulip Town, which is under new ownership.

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SEE THE FLOWERS WASHINGTON BULB’S ROOZENGAARDE w 15867 Beaver Marsh Road, west of Mount Vernon w tulips.com or 360-424-8531 RoozenGaarde is open all year, but a few acres of tulips are dedicated to display during the festival. Features include a gift shop, picnic areas, food, espresso and restrooms.

TULIP TOWN w 15002 Bradshaw Road, west of Mount Vernon w tuliptown.com or 360-424-8152

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EAGLE HAVEN WINERY

WINERIES BERTELSEN WINERY w 20598 Starbird Road, Mount Vernon w bertelsenwinery.com, 360-445-2300 Hours: Tastings 2 to 6 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, noon to 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, noon to 6 p.m. Sunday.

Profile: The winery offers a range of reds and whites, as well as an event center.

CARPENTER CREEK WINERY w 20376 E. Hickox Road, Mount Vernon w carpentercreek.com, 360-708-0700 Hours: Tastings 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. first weekend of each month.

Profile: The winery sources grapes from Eastern Washington and has estate vineyards of siegerrebe and pinot noir.

EAGLE HAVEN WINERY w 8243 Sims Road, Sedro-Woolley w eaglehavenwinery.com, 360-856-6248 Hours: Tastings 2 to 8 p.m. Friday, 2 to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

Profile: Eagle Haven offers a range of reds and whites along with fruit wine. An adjoining apple orchard produces fruit for cider.

GLACIER PEAK WINERY w 58575 Highway 20, Rockport, 360-873-4073 w Mount Vernon Tasting Room: 13821 Best Road, 360-419-9107 Hours: Tastings noon to 6 p.m. daily at the Rockport location. Call the Mount Vernon location for hours.

Profile: Glacier Peak Winery produces estate wines, including pinot noir, agria and siegerrebe, as well as wines made from fruit sourced from Eastern Washington.

PASEK CELLARS w 18729 Fir Island Road, Mount Vernon w pasekcellars.com, 360-445-4048 Hours: Tastings 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Friday through Sunday.

Profile: Well-known for its cranberry wine, Pasek Cellars produces a range of fruit wines, from blackberry to passionfruit.

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FESTIVALS ANACORTES SPRING WINE FESTIVAL w anacortes.org, 360-293-7911 The annual festival features 30 wineries and food from various restaurants. This year’s is April 11 at the Port of Anacortes warehouse.

SKAGIT WINE & BEER FESTIVAL w skagitwineandbeerfestival.com or mountvernon chamber.com, 360-428-8547 Features over 30 Washington wineries and breweries and several local restaurants. The event is Nov. 21 at Eaglemont Golf Course in Mount Vernon.

SKAGIT CELLARS w 106 First St., Suite G, La Conner w skagitcellars.com, 360-708-2801 Hours: Tastings noon to 6 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Profile: Wines are produced from Eastern Washington grapes.

TULIP VALLEY VINEYARD & ORCHARD w 16163 Highway 536, Mount Vernon w tulipvalley.net, 360-428-6894 Hours: Call for seasonal hours.

Profile: This winery produces hand-crafted red and white table wines made from Eastern Washington grapes and is home to Burro Loco Ciders made from locally grown apples.

SKAGIT CREST VINEYARD & WINERY w 105 N. First St., Suite 1, La Conner w skagitcrest.com, 360-333-9819 Hours: Tastings noon to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday Profile: Most wines produced using estate-grown grapes from a 6-acre vineyard in Sedro-Woolley.

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B REWERIES 192 TAPROOM & BEER GARDEN w 1405 S. Second St., Mount Vernon w 360-424-BEER w 192brewing.com ANACORTES BREWERYROCKFISH GRILL w 320 Commercial Ave., Anacortes w 360-588-1720 w anacortesrockfish.com BASTION BREWING CO. w 12529 Christianson Road, Anacortes w 360-399-1614 w bastionbrewery.com BIRDSVIEW BREWING CO. w 38302 Highway 20, Concrete w 360-826-3406 w birdsviewbrewingcompany. com CHUCKANUT BREWERYSOUTH NUT TAPROOM w 11937 Higgins Airport Way, Burlington w 360-752-3377 w chuckanutbreweryandkitchen. com/south-nut

GARDEN PATH FERMENTATION w 11653 Higgins Airport Way, Burlington w gardenpathwa.com LA CONNER BREWING CO. w 117 S. First St., La Conner w 360-466-1415 w laconnerbrewery.com NORTH SOUND BREWING CO. w 17406 Highway 536, Unit A, Mount Vernon w 360-982-2057 w northsoundbrewing.com SKAGIT RIVER BREWERY w 404 S. Third St., Mount Vernon w 360-336-2884 w skagitbrew.com TERRAMAR BREWING w 5712 Gilkey Ave., Edison w 360-399-6222 w terramarcraft.com

FARMSTRONG BREWING CO. w 110 Stewart Road, Mount Vernon w 360-873-8852 w farmstrongbrewing.com

BEER EVENTS APRIL SKAGIT FARM TO PINT FEST w skagitfarmtopint.com/fest This annual gathering of each of Skagit County’s more than a dozen breweries, local restaurants and bands is scheduled April 4 at the Heritage Flight Museum at Port of Skagit. It’s the grand finale of Skagit Beer Week, featuring events at various breweries.

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AUGUST BREWFEST ON THE SKAGIT w lincolntheatre.org/performance/ brewfest-skagit, 360-336-8955 The Lincoln Theatre presents its annual craft beer festival on Aug. 8 at Skagit Riverwalk Park in downtown Mount Vernon. Features dozens of craft brews, live music, games and food trucks.

OCTOBER BIER ON THE PIER w anacortes.org/bier-on-the-pier, 360-293-7911 Oct. 2-3 at the Historic Port Transit Shed in Anacortes. Enjoy tastings from regional breweries and cideries plus food and music.

BREW ON THE SLOUGH w lovelaconner.com/la-conner-beerfestival/, 360-466-4778 Held at Maple Hall in La Conner.

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AZUSA FARM & GARDENS w 14904 Highway 20, west of Mount Vernon and Burlington w azusafarm.com, 360-424-1580 The flower farm has a large collection of shrubs and flowering plants and features a full-service garden center.

CHRISTIANSON’S NURSERY w 15806 Best Road, west of Mount Vernon w christiansonsnursery.com, 360-4663821 Seasonal tours of the 7-acre garden site offer visitors a look at common and uncommon plants and a one-room schoolhouse built in 1888.

WSU DISPLAY GARDENS w 16650 Highway 536, west of Mount Vernon w mountvernon.wsu.edu/volunteergardens/ 360-428-4270, ext. 227 Discovery Garden: More than two dozen gardens showcase hundreds of species of plants at the Washington State University Discovery Garden. Open from dawn to dusk seven days a week.

Washington Native Plant Society Garden: The garden offers a resource for gardeners seeking to learn how to incorporate native plants into landscaping.

Western Washington Fruit Research Foundation Garden: See fruit varieties and growing methods in the 6-acre fruit garden.

SKAGIT VALLEY GARDENS w 18923 Peter Johnson Road, Mount Vernon w skagitvalleygardens.com, 360-4246760 Enjoy 25 picturesque acres along Interstate 5 where visitors can browse retail greenhouses, a gift shop and cafe.

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GET CLOSER to nature in the Skagit Val-

ley where nature abounds and so do the recreational opportunities.

Bird-watching, camping, hiking, climbing, boating, kayaking, fishing and cycling are just a handful of choices.

Visit the parks. Fish in the salty waters of Puget Sound or float down the Skagit River in a raft.

Come see the swans and snow geese that spend winters here, or just enjoy nature.

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Anacortes Museum

CYCLING When riders yearn for the rubber to meet the road, Skagit County is the place to go. From the flats to the mountain passes of the North Cascades, the area offers long stretches of open road. Bike maps are available at local chambers of commerce.

For Information Call: (360) 293-1915 or Check our Website:

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Anacortes Museum 1305 8th Street • Anacortes, WA

TULIP PEDAL w April, La Conner w tulipfestival.org Ride past flowers and fields on 20-, 40- and 60-mile routes.

Exploring the history of Fidalgo and Guemes Islands through: • educational Programs • exhibits • research Library • special events

BIKE MS: DECEPTION PASS CLASSIC w Early September w main.nationalmssociety.org Two-day journey through Skagit, Whatcom and Island counties.

As many as 2,000 riders will cruise along scenic figure-eight courses ranging from 22 to 97 miles each day.

ANACORTES COMMUNITY FOREST LANDS Location: Anacortes Distance: 50 miles Getting there: The 2,800 acres are in the center of Anacortes.

Notable: A large network of easy to moderate trails that pass by lakes, Mount Erie and Sugarloaf Mountain.

Find maps at Anacortes Parks & Recreation, City Hall.

PORT OF SKAGIT TRAILS Location: Burlington Distance: 10.2 miles Getting there: Park at the corner of Ovenell Road and Higgins Airport Way, or the corner of Josh Wilson Road and Higgins Airport Way. Notable: Gravel trail system winds through forest and wetlands.

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MOUNTAIN BIKE ROUTES CASCADE TRAIL Location: Sedro-Woolley Distance: 22.5 miles Getting there: Park along Highway 20.

Notable: A rails-to-trails effort, the Cascade Trail runs from Sedro-Woolley to Concrete.

NORTHERN STATE RECREATION AREA Location: Sedro-Woolley Distance: 4 miles Getting there: North of Highway 20 on Helmick Road east of Sedro-Woolley.

Notable: Trail is on the grounds of former farming operations at Northern State Hospital.

LITTLE MOUNTAIN Location: Mount Vernon Distance: 10 miles Getting there: At Little Mountain Park.

Notable: Trails cross the flanks of Little Mountain, from the park entrance to its summit.

The W.T. PresTon & Maritime Heritage Center 7th Street & R Avenue Open weekends: April - October Open Daily: June, July, August Closed Monday

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The Carnegie Gallery Gallery Open Year-Round Tues. - Sat., 10-4 Sunday 1-4, Closed Monday

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NORTH CASCADES NATIONAL PARK

PARKS Visit parks of all sizes in Skagit County, from Deception Pass State Park to the west to the North Cascades National Park in the east.

NORTH CASCADES NATIONAL PARK Location: Headquarters in Sedro-Woolley. Spans Highway 20, sprawling 30 miles east of Concrete.

Features: Hiking, backpacking, camping, climbing, bicycling, boating, fishing and wildlife viewing.

Note: Visit parts on foot or see the beauty from the car.

DECEPTION PASS STATE PARK Location: North end of Whidbey Island, south end of Fidalgo Island.

Features: Camping in tents, recreational vehicles or rental cabins. Visitors can picnic, sightsee, hike, swim, fish and go boating, scuba diving, beach combing or bird watching.

Note: The park has 36 miles of trails and 77,000 feet of saltwater shoreline on Rosario Strait, Deception Pass and Skagit Bay, as well as 33,900 feet of freshwater shoreline along Pass, Cranberry and Campbell lakes.

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RASAR STATE PARK Location: Off Highway 20, 19 miles east of Interstate 5.

Features: Four miles of hiking trails and several playgrounds.

Note: This old farm site is 169 acres and includes campsites ranging from tents to RVs to cabins. It boasts 4,000 feet of freshwater shoreline along the Skagit River and lots of wildlife.

ROCKPORT STATE PARK Location: Eight miles east of Concrete.

Features: The 670-acre day-use park showcases an ancient, old-growth forest with massive Douglas fir, cedar and maple trees.

Note: The Evergreen Trail allows a glimpse into what the Skagit Valley looked like a century ago.

BAY VIEW STATE PARK Location: Shores of Padilla Bay. Features: On a clear day, the Olympic Mountains can be seen to the west and Mount Rainier to the south.

Note: The park has 1,285 feet of saltwater shoreline along Joe Hamel Beach. The Breazeale Interpretive Center at Padilla Bay is a half-mile north of the park. skagitvisitor.com

R EC R E AT I O N KAYAKING Paddle your way across the waters of Skagit County and the nearby San Juan Islands.

A major kayaking event to watch for is the 6-mile Deception Pass Challenge. It’s a new version of the race formerly known as the Deception Pass Dash, usually held early each December. The event was smaller in 2019 during the changeover, but more room is expected for participation in a 2020 race of kayaks and other human-powered craft race through the currents of Deception Pass.

A new event planned is a Spring Deception Pass Race of about 10 miles. Learn more about both at salmonbaypaddle.com If you need to rent a kayak, there are options in Anacortes: w Anacortes Kayak Tours (anacorteskayaktours. com) offers half-day, full-day and multiday sea kayak tours departing from Anacortes and venturing throughout the San Juan Islands. w Blue Otter Outfitters (blueotter.com) of Anacortes rents kayaks and other equipment.

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R EC R E AT I O N HIKES FAMILY FRIENDLY CUMBERLAND CREEK INTERPRETIVE TRAIL Location: Sedro-Woolley Distance: 2.5 miles Getting there: From the South Skagit Highway Park and Ride off Highway 9 in Sedro-Woolley, take South Skagit Highway 12 miles east. Turn left into driveway at 34183 South Skagit Highway. Park in front of the locked gate.

Note: Trail was built by Skagit Land Trust and an Emerson High School environmental science class.

SUPER SCENIC GOOSE ROCK PERIMETER/SUMMIT TRAILS Location: Near south end of Fidalgo Island Distance: 3 miles Getting there: On the south side of Deception Pass Bridge, turn into the lot and head down the staircase to the NW Goose Rock Summit trailhead. The trail leads to the top, then around the massive chunk of rock.

Note: One of the highest points on Whidbey Island.

SHORT AND SWEET POMONA GRANGE PARK Location: North of Burlington Distance: 0.4 mile Getting there: I-5 to exit 232. Turn right on Cook Road. Go north at the stoplight on Old Highway 99.

In about 3.5 miles, the park will be on the right.

Note: Easy hike for all ages and features interpretive signs along the way. Cross Friday Creek and visit the Samish Hatchery.

LEG BURNER OYSTER DOME LOCATION Location: Bow Distance: 5 miles Getting there: From I-5, take Highway 11 (Chuckanut Drive) north for 10.2 miles. The trailhead is on the right at milepost 10.

Note: Trail twists and climbs through the Chuckanut Mountains and ends atop a rocky outcropping with views of the San Juan Islands.

ADA ACCESSIBLE SKAGIT RIVER TRAIL Location: East of Sedro-Woolley Distance: 1 mile ADA accessible, 2.5-mile loop Getting there: From Highway 20 in Sedro-Woolley, head east for about 15 miles. Turn south on Lusk Road and continue one mile. Turn east on Cape Horn Road and go one mile to Rasar State Park entrance.

Note: Trail is situated along the north shore of the Skagit River. The first portion of the Skagit River Loop Trail is wheelchair accessible.

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SKAGIT SPEEDWAY w 4796 Old Highway 99 North, Burlington w 360-724-3567 w skagitspeedway.com Skagit Speedway, located on Old Highway 99 between Burlington and Alger, hosts several sprint-car series and other classifications. Highlights include the Jim Raper Memorial Dirt Cup and an annual visit by the World of Outlaws sprint-car series. Special events include stunt shows and fireworks. Camping is available.

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R EC R E AT I O N FISHING Saltwater and freshwater fishing are top sports here. Skagit County waters are home to all five species of salmon — chinook, coho, sockeye, chum and pink.

Anglers can find trout — steelhead, rainbow, cutthroat, brown and brook — in local lakes and rivers. Warm-water species include bass, perch, crappie and bluegill.

Check state regulations at wdfw.wa.gov.

Ages 15 and older need a fishing license.

TOP FISHING SPOTS Skagit River: Chinook: July-August.

Winter steelhead: December-April. Summer steelhead: June-November. Coho: September-November. Chum: OctoberNovember. Pink: August-September (but only in odd-numbered years). Sockeye: July. Sea-run cutthroat: August-October.

Samish River: Chinook: AugustOctober. Chum: October-November.

Coho: September-November. Winter steelhead: December-March. Sea-run cutthroat: August-October.

Pass Lake: Open year-round to fly fishing for catch-and-release. Excellent in early spring and late fall for fish averaging 15 inches.

Big Lake: Open year-round and great for largemouth bass, black crappie and yellow perch. Fishing tends to be best in spring and summer.

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Campbell Lake: Open year-round and stocked annually. It holds rainbow and coastal cutthroat trout, but is known more for its warm-water species. Spring and summer are the best time for largemouth bass, yellow perch, black crappie, brown bullhead and channel catfish.

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R EC R E AT I O N GOLF Skagit County’s six courses offer a variety of settings and scenery for all skill levels. All but one are public.

AVALON GOLF LINKS w 19345 Kelleher Road, Burlington w 360-757-1900 or 800-624-0202, avalonlinks.com Holes: 27. Length: 10,080 yards.

Public EAGLEMONT GOLF COURSE w 4127 Eaglemont Drive, Mount Vernon w 360-424-0800, eaglemontgolf.com Holes: 18. Length: 7,006 yards.

Public GATEWAY GOLF COURSE w 1288 Fruitdale Road, Sedro-Woolley w 360-631-3295, gatewaygolf andrestaurant.com Holes: 9. Length: 2,791 yards.

Public OVERLOOK GOLF COURSE w 17523 Highway 9, Mount Vernon w 360-422-6444, overlookgc.com Holes: 9. Length: 2,261 yards.

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SWINOMISH GOLF LINKS w 12518 Christianson Road, Anacortes w 360-293-3444, swinomishcasinoand lodge.com/golf/the-course Holes: 18. Length: 6,177 yards.

Public SKAGIT GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB w 16701 Country Club Drive, Burlington w 360-757-4081, skagitgolfclub.com Holes: 18. Length: 6,063 yards.

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Memberships Parties & Field Trips

Gift Shop School Break Camps

www.SkagitChildrensMuseum.net Monday-Saturday 10:00am-5:00pm Toddler Tuesday 8:30am-10:00am Sunday 12:00pm-5:00pm Closed some holidays

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GREAT SEDRO-WOOLLEY FOOTRACE

RUN/WALKS NOOKACHAMPS WINTER RUNS w nookachamps.com w Jan. 19, Skagit Valley College, Mount Vernon Half-marathon, 10K and 5K

DO THE BLOOM COLOR RUN w April, Anacortes w anacortesartsfestival.com A 5K color-infused fun run that supports the Cultural Arts Program.

WOOLLEY TRAIL RUNS w Feb. 15, Sedro-Woolley w nwenduranceevents.com Woolley 50K (31.1 miles), Woolley Marathon (26.2 miles) and Woolley Half-Marathon (13.1 miles).

GREAT SEDRO-WOOLLEY FOOTRACE w July 4, Sedro-Woolley w loggerodeo.org w sedrowoolleyfootrace.com A 5.2-mile Fun Run and Walk that has participants running, jogging and walking along the Skagit River and the Loggerodeo parade route.

SMELT RUN w Feb. 25, La Conner w lovelaconner.com Certified 5K and 10K routes, plus a 2K family walk and kids dash.

TULIP RUN w April, Burlington w skagitrunners.org Scenic 10K run, 2-mile run/walk at Skagit Regional Airport.

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14TH ANNUAL ART DASH w Aug. 1, Anacortes w anacortesartsfestival.com The half-marathon, 10K and 5K benefits public art. Follows the Tommy Thompson Trail.

SKAGIT FLATS MARATHON, HALF-MARATHON w September, Burlington w skagitrunners.org Flat, fast course through the valley.

Starts and ends at Burlington-Edison High School.

42ND FOWL FUN RUN w November, Mount Vernon w skagitrunners.org The 10K and 5K start and finish at Mount Vernon Christian School. – Some 2020 dates and races not available at time of publication. Please check websites.

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R EC R E AT I O N BIRDING Thousands of snow geese and trumpeter swans visit the lowlands in winter. To the east, the county is known as a terrific place to view bald eagles along the Skagit River.

January’s Skagit Eagle Festival is a month-long celebration of the birds held in Concrete, Rockport and Marblemount.

The annual Edison Bird Festival in late February is another nod to area birds and includes guided birding trips and a chicken parade.

Following is the Skagit Audubon Society’s list of recommended bird-watching sites includes: PADILLA BAY NATIONAL ESTUARINE RESEARCH RESERVE, PADILLA BAY Tour exhibits and fish tanks at Breazeale Interpretive Center, open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.

SKAGIT BAY, SKAGIT WILDLIFE AREA Plenty of species reside in the Wylie Slough Area, the Jensen Access and the North Fork Access.

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SAMISH FLATS, BETWEEN PADILLA BAY AND ALICE BAY Raptors, waterfowl and passerines.

SKAGIT FLATS ON FIR ISLAND A good place to see snow geese, trumpeter and tundra swans and raptors.

WASHINGTON PARK, ANACORTES A great spot for seabird watching.

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JANUARY 1-30

APRIL 25-26

SKAGIT EAGLE FESTIVAL: A monthlong celebration in eastern Skagit County, with activities taking place in Concrete, Rockport and Marblemount every weekend. concrete-wa.com/skagit-eaglefestival

WOODFEST: Expert woodworkers use their skills on blocks of wood in Sedro-Woolley. ci.sedro-woolley.wa.us

FIBERFEST: Artisan textiles, unique fibers and more are displayed at Maple Hall in La Conner.

Tickets required for Saturday, April 25, but free for Sunday, April 26. qfamuseum.org/

JANUARY 25

LA CONNER BIRDING SHOWCASE: This event brings birding experts, educational vendors and artists together at Maple Hall.

The keynote speaker will be Sue Cottrell. lovelaconner.com/la-connerbirding-showcase-2019

FEBRUARY 16

EDISON CHICKEN PARADE: People and poultry flock to Edison to participate in this annual parade, held from noon to 3 p.m.

MARCH

LA CONNER DAFFODIL FESTIVAL: The festival is held while the flowers are blooming in March.

Events include the Dandy Daffodil Tweed Ride. lovelaconner.com

APRIL 1-30

SKAGIT VALLEY TULIP FESTIVAL: A monthlong celebration of acres of blooming tulip fields, live music, food, self-guided bicycle tours, art shows and more. tulipfestival.org

APRIL 4

SKAGIT CHILI AND CHOWDER COOK-OFF: Sample entries from both professionals and amateurs and help pick the winner at this annual event held from 1 to 4 p.m. at Farmstrong Brewing Co. in Mount Vernon. mountvernonchamber.com 26 EXPLORE SKAGIT VALLEY

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APRIL 10-11

SPRING GARAGE SALE, ANTIQUES & MORE: Billed as the world’s largest, with more than 140 vendors at the Skagit County fairgrounds in Mount Vernon. skagitcounty.net/departments/ fairgrounds

APRIL 11

ANACORTES SPRING WINE FESTIVAL: 1:30-5 p.m. at the Port Warehouse Event Center. Taste your way through local wineries and restaurants. anacortes.org LA CONNER TULIP PARADE: Farm animals, clowns and bands are part of this parade. It’s part of the Skagit Tulip Festival. tulipfestival.org

APRIL 17-19

TULIP FESTIVAL STREET FAIR: Grab a bite, listen to local live music at the scenic Riverwalk, visit vendors and browse the local art in downtown Mount Vernon. mountvernondowntown.org

MAY 2

OPENING DAY BOAT PARADE: 3 p.m. on the Swinomish Channel in La Conner. Boats parade along the channel to kick off the boating season. swinomishyachtclub.org

KIDS FISHING DERBY: Youngsters 14 and under can bring bait and gear to Northern State Pond for a day of fishing in SedroWoolley. sedro-woolley.com

MAY 14-17

ANACORTES BOAT AND YACHT SHOW: Over 250 new and used boats will be on display at Cap Sante Marina. anacortesboatandyachtshow. com

JUNE 5-7

BLAST FROM THE PAST: Get retro at the annual celebration in downtown Sedro-Woolley with shopping, arts, crafts, food, a classic car show and an open house at the Sedro-Woolley Museum.

360-855-1841, ci.sedro-woolley. wa.us

APRIL 24-25

ANACORTES VINTAGE MARKET: Port of Anacortes warehouse, packed full of antique and vintage items. anacortesvintagemarket.com skagitvisitor.com

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JUNE 6-7

WATERFRONT FESTIVAL: Take in Anacortes’ coastal heritage.

Events include a quick boat-building competition and race, kids’ wooden boat building, live music and free boat rides at Cap Sante Marina. anacortes.org/waterfront-festival

JUNE 19-21

BERRY DAIRY DAYS: A celebration of Burlington’s farming heritage starts Friday with strawberry shortcake at 11 a.m. at the Burlington Visitor Information Center. Enjoy the Kiwanis Salmon Barbecue, food vendors and music. Activities continue Saturday with the Skagit Runners Road Run, the Grand Parade and a festival. Sunday offers the Berry Cool Car Show. berrydairydays.com

JUNE 20

MONA ART AUCTION: Fundraiser for the Museum of Northwest Art in La Conner features the works of more than 300 artists. monamuseum.org

JUNE 28-JULY 4 LOGGERODEO: Sedro-Woolley’s celebration of logging history and horseback riding. The rodeo is always a draw. Downtown, there’s a street dance and music at Hammer Heritage Square, plus chain saw carving and logging demonstrations. Fireworks on July 4 at Riverfront Park. loggerodeo.org

JUNE

KIDS FISHING EVENT: Bring your kid and a few fishing poles for free fishing at Heart Lake in Anacortes for kids 13 and under. anacortes.org

JUNE

BARK IN THE PARK: Bring your furry friend to Storvik Park in Anacortes and enjoy a pet parade, contests and vendors. cityofanacortes.org skagitvisitor.com

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JULY 3

BIG LAKE FIREWORKS SHOW: The annual fireworks show celebrating Independence Day begins at dark in Big Lake the night before the big day.

JULY 4

JULY 4 CELEBRATION: In Anacortes, events begin with a town portrait taken by the Anacortes American at 10 a.m. sharp downtown on Commercial Avenue. A patriotic program follows immediately after with the parade starting at 11 a.m. Rock the Dock concerts take place at Seafarers’ Memorial Park in early evening. After dark, fireworks are set off over Fidalgo Bay.

PARADE AND FIREWORKS OVER THE CHANNEL: La Conner has a Fourth of July parade, a community picnic at 12:30 p.m., and games. Fireworks over Swinomish Channel at 10:15 p.m. lovelaconner.com

FOURTH OF JULY PARADE AND PICNIC: Concrete’s festivities include music, food, a parade and other fun. concrete-wa.com

JULY 11

KIDS-R-BEST FEST: Kids are the focus in Anacortes from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Storvik Park. Pony rides, games, activities, live entertainment, food and prizes. anacortes.org or anacorteswa. gov

JULY 11-12

SKAGIT VALLEY HIGHLAND GAMES & CELTIC FESTIVAL: The festival at Mount Vernon’s Edgewater Park on the banks of the Skagit River features bagpipe music, dancing, tartans, caber tossing, fiddling, sheepdogs and cultural demonstrations. celticarts.org

JULY 17-AUGUST 15 SKAGIT RIVER SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL: Celebrate Shakespeare in the outdoors with performances of “Love’s Labour’s Lost” and “Henry V” held at the unique Rexville-Blackrock Amphitheatre, outside of Mount Vernon toward La Conner. shakesnw.org

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JULY 18

SEPTEMBER 12

SHIPWRECK FESTIVAL: Downtown Commercial Avenue in Anacortes becomes a street market for a full day for a flea market-style extravaganza. The early birds get their pick at 8 a.m., but the deals get better all day. shipwreckfest.org

JULY 18-19

SKAGIT ARTISTS TOGETHER NW ART BEAT STUDIO TOURS: Watch as artists demonstrate in their studios throughout Skagit County and enjoy art shows at local galleries. nwartbeat.com

JULY 24-25

DOWNTOWN SIDEWALK SALE: Enjoy perusing items from downtown Mount Vernon merchants, arts and crafts vendors, plus dozens of food vendors. mountvernondowntown.org

JULY 31-AUGUST 2

ANACORTES ARTS FESTIVAL: This show features live music, art demonstrations and plenty of art for purchase as part of Commercial Avenue is closed off to host 240 juried artisan booths and thousands of people. A fine art opening event is held at the Port of Anacortes warehouse. Vendors offer a range of food, and adult beverages can be enjoyed in beer and wine gardens. There’s even a kids’ section with creative opportunities. anacortesartsfestival.com

JULY-AUGUST

RIVERWALK CONCERT SERIES: This family-friendly event on the Riverwalk in downtown Mount Vernon features an eclectic mix of genres from local bands. Concerts are held 6-8 p.m. every Thursday starting the second week of July and through August.

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SKAGIT RIVER SALMON FESTIVAL: Celebrate the Skagit River at Edgewater Park in Mount Vernon.

Live music and cultural performances, food, beer and wine garden, youth activities and crafts. skagitriverfest.org

SEPTEMBER 12-13

SKAGIT RIVER SALMON FESTIVAL

AUGUST 1

LA CONNER CLASSIC BOAT & CAR SHOW: A viewing of antique cars and yachts, a pancake breakfast, vendor booths and kids’ activities. lovelaconner.com

AUGUST 8

BREWFEST ON THE SKAGIT: Enjoy tastes from two dozen premium microbreweries, plus food and top-shelf local bands at this blues and brews block party at the Riverwalk in downtown Mount Vernon. lincolntheatre.org

AUGUST 12-15

SKAGIT COUNTY FAIR: The Skagit County Fair in Mount Vernon features traditional carnival rides, food, crafts, dancing and animals. The annual exhibition showcases regional 4-H and FFA members as they demonstrate their showmanship and knowledge of farm animals. skagitcounty.net/fair

AUGUST 22-23

CASCADE DAYS: This old-time event in Concrete features a parade, logging demonstration, food and music. There is a chili cookoff, pie-eating contest, pet shows, a bed race and chainsaw-carving exhibitions. cascadedays.com

FOUNDERS DAY: Sedro-Woolley celebrates its past with games, a museum open house and honoring one of its pioneering families.

The event kicks off with a community breakfast at the SedroWoolley Community Center. ci.sedro-woolley.wa.us

SEPTEMBER 19

SEDRO-WOOLLEY BREWFEST: Join the fourth annual SedroWoolley Brewfest where local and regional breweries congregate in downtown Sedro-Woolley to offer tastes of brews while people enjoy live music. swbrewfest.com

SEPTEMBER 25-26

FALL GARAGE SALE: Shop from more than 140 vendors at the annual Fall Garage Sale at the Skagit County Fairgrounds in south Mount Vernon. Treasures, live music, food and more. skagitcounty.net/departments/ fairgrounds

SEPTEMBER 26

BURLINGTON PUMPKIN PITCH AND FALL FESTIVAL: Teams use catapults of all sizes to fling 8-pound pumpkins hundreds of feet through the air. Children can build small cars out of zucchini and play games, while all enjoy food from local vendors. burlingtonwa.gov

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SEPTEMBER 27

OYSTER RUN: On the fourth Sunday each September, rain or shine, Anacortes hosts about 10,000 bikers during the annual Oyster Run, making it the largest motorcycle run in the Pacific Northwest.

The event includes motorcycle vendors, musical entertainment, oysters and parking for thousands of motorcycles. oysterrun.org

OCTOBER 1-4

SKAGIT RIVER POETRY FESTIVAL: The biggest names in poetry are frequently drawn to this festival, which occurs once every two years in La Conner. This year, Li-Young Lee, Terrance Hayes, Javier Zamora and Ellen Bass are set to appear. skagitriverpoetry.org/festival

OCTOBER 2-3

BIER ON THE PIER: Enjoy regional beers, suds-friendly food and music Friday night and Saturday at the Port of Anacortes warehouse.

Tickets required. anacortes.org, anacortes.org/ bier-on-the-pier

OCTOBER 3-4

FESTIVAL OF FAMILY FARMS: Find out what farmers grow in the Skagit Valley and meet the people who grow it. Sample shellfish, beef, produce, milk, cider and more, with numerous activities. festivaloffamilyfarms.com

OCTOBER 24

BREW ON THE SLOUGH: Held at Maple Hall in scenic La Conner, this event features multiple breweries and food vendors. lovelaconner.com

OCTOBER

CONCRETE GHOST WALK: Peruse some of Concrete’s most haunted locations while learning some of its history every Saturday night in October. Ages 16 and older. concrete-wa.com

DECEMBER 4-6

WINTER WONDERLAND: Families can play in real snow from Mount Baker, meet reindeer and play games at The Outlet Shoppes at Burlington. skagitchildrensmuseum.net/ event/winter-wonderland

DECEMBER 5 NOVEMBER 21

SKAGIT WINE & BEER FESTIVAL: Washington wineries and breweries, food from Skagit County restaurants and locally made cheese and chocolate samplings are on the menu for this event at Eaglemont Golf Course in Mount Vernon. mountvernonchamber.com

NOVEMBER

ART’S ALIVE!: In early November, La Conner overflows with art. Merchants throughout town showcase art exhibits and demonstrations ranging from dog portraiture to pottery. Maple Hall features invitational and open show exhibits. townoflaconner.org/162/ArtsCommission

DECEMBER 3

BURLINGTON TREE LIGHTING: The annual tree-lighting ceremony is downtown at 6 p.m. with opportunities to take pictures with Santa. ci.burlington.wa.us

LA CONNER TREE LIGHTING: Catch the annual tree lighting in the heart of La Conner. lovelaconner.com/celebrateholidays-la-conner

THE MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS: Enjoy a tree lighting, train and pony rides for kids, cider and a parade in downtown Sedro-Woolley. ci.sedro-woolley.wa.us

DECEMBER 6

MOUNT VERNON TREE LIGHTING AND HOLIDAY PARADE: Santa visits during the tree lighting in Pine Square, featuring a parade and hot chocolate. mountvernondowntown.org

DECEMBER 12

HOLIDAY HOME TOUR: Get a glimpse inside some of SedroWoolley’s historic homes and its museum decorated for the holidays. ci.sedro-woolley.wa.us

LA CONNER BOAT PARADE: Watch as festive lighted boats parade through the Swinomish Channel in La Conner.

DECEMBER 4

ANACORTES TREE LIGHTING: The annual event features performances by local students, a visit from Santa, hot cocoa and more at the Anacortes Chamber of Commerce, 819 Commercial Ave. Holiday Artwalk follows. anacortes.org

LA CONNER BOAT PARADE

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Located off Highway 20 between Burlington and Anacortes near Bayview Business Park, Skagit Regional Airport is operated by the Port of Skagit County.

Anacortes Airport, on the northwest corner of Fidalgo Island, hosts corporate and private aircraft. San Juan Airlines operates several daily flights to the San Juan Islands. Charters and scenic flights are available.

Also known as Mears Field, the airport is a public airfield.

portofskagit.com/skagit-regionalairport, 360-757-0011

portofanacortes.com/airport, 360-299-1828

townofconcrete.com/airport.php, 360-853-8401

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Skagit County provides ferry service for passengers and vehicles from Anacortes across the Guemes Channel to Guemes Island. The dock is located at Sixth Street and I Avenue. It’s a fiveminute trip.

Skagit Transit provides bus service throughout the county and offers connector service to Bellingham, Everett and Whidbey Island. The main transfer location for most routes is at 105 E. Kincaid St. in downtown Mount Vernon.

Service offered for those with disabilities.

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Tribal communities w The Skagit Casino Resort is adjacent to Interstate 5 north of Burlington and operated by the Upper Skagit Tribe. w The renovated and expanded Swinomish Casino & Lodge is on Highway 20 heading into Anacortes. The nearby Swinomish Golf Links, an 18-hole course, is also operated by the Swinomish Indian Tribal Community. w The Fidalgo Bay RV Resort at the entrance to Anacortes is operated by the Samish Indian Nation and offers RV sites and water-view cabins.

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CONCRETE w Visit Silo Park to check out the iconic silos that tower over Highway 20 before visiting the quaint business district for lunch or gluten-free baked goods. w Enjoy a film at the Concrete Theatre, which was built in 1923.

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BURLINGTON w Explore Skagit Valley’s primary shopping district, including the historic district on Fairhaven Avenue. w Skagit River Park features 20 soccer fields, 24 horseshoe pits, a trail and dike access for walking along the river.

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lyman w Explore the Cascade Trail, a popular route for walkers, joggers and bicyclists that passes through town with access to a park featuring barbecue pits and a horseshoe pit. w Stop by the historic Minkler Mansion at 8405 S. Main St., built in 1891 by pioneer mill owner and statesman Birdsey Minkler.

TWO BOYS OPERATE A CIDER PRESS AT MINKLER MANSION

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MOUNT VERNON w Walk along the river. Beginning at Lions Park, the Skagit Riverwalk continues south along the east bank of the river in front of downtown. w The downtown area with its quaint shops and restaurants is also the location of the historic Lincoln Theatre, built in 1926. Live performances and movies are held there. w Visit Little Mountain Park for stunning views of the Skagit Valley, the San Juan Islands and the Olympic Mountains.

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ANACORTES w Take picnic provisions to Seafarers’ Memorial Park and watch boats coming in and out of the Cap Sante Marina, or head to Causland Memorial Park a few blocks west of downtown. w Drive to the top of Mount Erie, a lookout about 20 minutes from downtown in the center of the island. w Check out the Anacortes Community Forest Lands: 2,800 acres with a trail system for hikers and bicyclists.

There are also trails along the waterfront, including the Tommy Thompson and Guemes Channel trails. w See the town from above via the Cap Sante Viewpoint, just a few blocks from the tourist-friendly downtown business district.

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w Take a five-minute ferry ride from downtown Anacortes to reach this island across the channel. Trek up Guemes Mountain for a view of the neighboring San Juan Islands. The 1.2-mile hiking trail heads 550 feet to the summit. w Visit Young’s Park, a 13-acre park next to Guemes Island Resort. The park offers picnic areas and water access.

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w Abundant waterfalls spill from the North Cascades mountains. The popular Gorge Creek Falls is about 3 miles east of Newhalem along Highway 20. w Take the interpretive Trail of the Cedars nature walk. The flat loop trail is 0.3 miles, starting with a walk across the Skagit River on a moving bridge. w Enjoy Seattle City Light’s Diablo Lake boat tour in the summer. skagitvisitor.com

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w Stroll by the wood carvings and murals downtown, many of which can be found along Metcalf Street. w The Sedro-Woolley Museum features artifacts from the early days of the rival logging and mining towns of Sedro and Woolley. w Visit the Northern State Recreation Area just northeast of town off Highway 20. The 651-acre regional park offers hiking and biking trails, as well as a disc golf course. w Picnic at Riverfront Park, which has two shelters with barbecue pits, a camping area and a boat launch.

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w Take in the view from Bay View State Park. The 25-acre state park offers camping amenities and a trail along the bay. w Visit the Padilla Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve, which features the Breazeale Interpretive Center aquarium where visitors can get up-close views of life in the bay.

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LA CONNER w Stroll across the colorful Rainbow Bridge. w Visit local museums, including the Skagit County Historical Museum, the Museum of Northwest Art and the Pacific Northwest Quilt & Fiber Arts Museum, where exhibits are displayed in a historic mansion. w Enjoy La Conner’s Sculpture Exhibit, which changes each year.

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BOW/EDISON w Check out the eclectic art and food scene, from homemade bread to oysters from the nearby bay and live music, most notably on Sundays.

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w The Skagit River Bald Eagle Interpretive Center at Howard Miller Steelhead Park is open weekends in December and January, your best chance at seeing eagles feast on salmon. w Anglers and boaters can launch from Howard Miller Steelhead Park, which also features a playground, RV hookups and tent camping sites. w Visit Rockport State Park, which offers old-growth forest and access to climb to the top of Sauk Mountain.

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BIRDSVIEW w Have a bite at Birdsview Brewing Co. before heading up Baker Lake Road to camp, hike or boat at scenic Baker Lake or the North Cascades.

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CLEAR LAKE & BIG LAKE w Visit the lake in the summer for fishing, boating and swimming. w Play the nine-hole Overlook Golf Course with views of the lake.

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NATURE BOAT TOURS Boat tours offer a chance to see whales and a variety of other marine life, including seals, porpoise, otters and a variety of birds.

Tour options out of Anacortes include Island Adventures, Mystic Sea Charters and Outer Island Excursions. Another

option, Deception Pass Tours, leaves from the area state park. The main season usually runs from April to October.

Private charters for other types of boat tours and fishing are also available from a variety of companies. Rates vary.

ISLAND ADVENTURES w island-adventures.com w 1-800-465-4604 or 360293-2428

OUTER ISLAND EXCURSIONS w outerislandx.com w 360-376-3711

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MYSTIC SEA CHARTERS w mysticseacharters.com w 1-800-308-9387

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T OURS BOAT TOURS Boat and powerhouse tours and North Cascades expeditions are offered by Seattle City Light, which operates the Skagit Hydroelectric Project in the North Cascades.

Boat tours on Diablo Lake at the base of the Ross Dam are offered first-come, firstserved, Thursdays through Mondays from late June through early September, as well as Saturdays and Sundays, Sept. 15-30. Guides take you on a short walk to the boat dock for a fourhour tour. Ends with a locally sourced lunch at the North Cascades Environmental Learning Center.

A Diablo Lake afternoon cruise is offered Friday, Saturday and Sunday from

early July to early September. Reservations required.

Visit seattle.gov/light/tours/ Skagit/skagittours.asp Deception Pass Tours takes visitors and residents through the turbulent waters in the pass between Fidalgo and Whidbey islands and under the historic Deception Pass Bridge. Tours leave from Cornet Bay. Buy tickets at the booth in the parking lot south of the Deception Pass Bridge, at the office on Highway 20 or online at deceptionpass tours.com.

RAFTING The upper section of the Skagit River, rated as Class II-III, is good for ages 6 and older. The four-hour rafting

journey down this 10-mile stretch offers moderate whitewater. For a calmer float, try a fall trip to watch the colors turn, or book a salmon and eagle-viewing trip during the winter. The

latter takes you down a 10-mile stretch of the Skagit River that passes through a bald eagle sanctuary.

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A professional symphony, opera groups, theater groups, chorales, choruses and a wide variety of local bands combine to create a rich cultural environment. skagitvisitor.com

E N T E R TA I N M E N T TOP VENUES MCINTYRE HALL w 360-416-7727, ext. 2; 866-624-6897, ext. 2; mcintyrehall.org McIntyre Hall is Skagit County’s premier performing arts hall, located on the Skagit Valley College campus in Mount Vernon with a seating capacity of 651 and a conference center.

LINCOLN THEATRE w 360-336-8955, lincolntheatre.org The Lincoln Theatre in downtown Mount Vernon is a legendary performing arts venue and movie house. Built in 1926, this venue has been renovated through the years into a premier stage for a variety of performances and events, including independent films, dance production and high-def broadcast of opera.

ANACORTES COMMUNITY THEATRE w 360-293-6829, acttheatre.com.

The Anacortes Community Theatre is a thriving theater organization founded in 1964. It performs musicals, comedies and dramas as well as shows written and produced by local playwrights.

MUSEUM OF NORTHWEST ART w 360-466-4446, monamuseum.org The Museum of Northwest Art is one of the most influential art museums in the Pacific Northwest, focusing on exhibiting, preserving and interpreting Northwest art and artists. Its permanent collection has more than 2,500 pieces.

Admission is free.

PHILLIP TARRO THEATRE w 360-416-7723, skagit.edu Skagit Valley College’s 210-seat Phillip Tarro Theatre on the Mount Vernon campus is an intimate venue for smaller productions, panels or workshops.

ROCKFISH GRILL w anacortesrockfish.com The Rockfish hosts numerous livemusic concerts in an intimate setting at 320 Commercial Ave. in Anacortes.

THE OLD EDISON INN w theoldedison.com A classic, old-school tavern draws a crowd with live music on the weekends, competitive shuffleboard and some of the best food in the county. skagitvisitor.com

EAGLE HAVEN WINERY w eaglehavenwinery.com/events.html A spectacular setting just a few minutes east of Sedro-Woolley on the way to Highway 20, Eagle Haven features a summertime schedule of concerts and events with a stage and seating area on the edge of its orchards.

CASINOS THE SKAGIT CASINO RESORT w 5984 N. Darrk Lane, Bow w 877-275-2448, 360-724-7777, theskagit.com The Skagit Casino Resort includes a 103-room hotel and conference center, 900 slot machines in the casino, three restaurants and live entertainment in several rooms located off Interstate 5, north of Burlington.

FIDALGO YOUTH SYMPHONY w 360-421-2527, fysmusic.org SKAGIT OPERA w 360-422-5070, skagitopera.org LYRIC LIGHT OPERA w 360-387-3948, lyriclightopera.org THEATER ARTS GUILD w theaterartsguild.org SKAGIT VALLEY CHORALE w skagitvalleychorale.org CANTABILE CHAMBER CHOIR w 360-466-1783, Facebook page SKAGIT RIVER SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL w shakesnw.org ALGER LOOKOUT THESPIAN ASSOCIATION w altatheatre.com

SWINOMISH CASINO AND LODGE w 12885 Casino Drive, Anacortes META PERFORMING ARTS w 360-293-2691, 888-288-8883, w 877-490-6382, metaperformingarts.org swinomishcasinoandlodge.com Offerings include table games, slots, bingo, poker, comedy, banquets and an RV park. The casino, which opened a 98-room hotel in 2012, includes a variety of dining options ranging from fine to casual, as well as convention spaces overlooking Padilla Bay.

cinemas AMC LOEWS, CASCADE MALL w 200 Cascade Mall Drive, Burlington w amctheatres.com, 888-262-4386 14 screens ANACORTES CINEMAS w 415 O Ave., Anacortes w farawayentertainment.com/anacortescinemas/, 360-293-7000 Three screens LINCOLN THEATRE w 712 S. First St., Mount Vernon w lincolntheatre.org, 360-336-8955 One screen

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Burlington 520 E. Fairhaven Ave. burlington-chamber.com, 360-757-0994 Concrete 45770 Main St. concrete-wa.com, 360-853-8784 La Conner 413 Morris St. lovelaconner.com, 360-446-4778 Mount Vernon 301 W. Kincaid St. mountvernonchamber.com 360-428-8547 Sedro-Woolley 810 Metcalf St. sedro-woolley.com, 360-855-1841

LIBRARIES Anacortes Public Library 1220 10th St. anacorteswa.gov/220/Library 360-293-1910 Burlington Public Library 820 E. Washington Ave. burlingtonwa.gov/library, 360-755-0760 Central Skagit Sedro-Woolley Library 802 Ball St. centralskagitlibrary.org, 360-755-3985 La Conner Regional Library 614 Morris St. lclib.lib.wa.us, 360-466-3352 Mount Vernon City Library 315 Snoqualmie St. mountvernonwa.gov/175/Library 360-336-6209 Upper Skagit Library District 45770 B Main St., Concrete upperskagit.lib.wa.us, 360-853-7939

Skagit Valley Herald (daily) 1215 Anderson Road, Mount Vernon goskagit.com, 360-424-3251 Anacortes American (weekly) 901 Sixth St., Anacortes goanacortes.com, 360-293-3122

KSVR 91.7 FM (Mount Vernon) Broadcast news, public affairs programs and music in English and Spanish from Skagit Valley College. ksvr.org, 360-416-7710 KSVU 90.1 FM (east Skagit County) News, views and music. ksvu.org, 360-416-7001

Your Fidalgo (weekly) 901 Sixth St., Anacortes goanacortes.com, 360-293-3122 The Argus (weekly) 1215 Anderson Road, Mount Vernon goskagit.com, 360-416-2135 Courier-Times (weekly) 1215 Anderson Road, Mount Vernon goskagit.com, 360-416-2135 Concrete Herald (monthly) concrete-herald.com, 360-853-8213 La Conner Weekly News 119 N. Third St. laconnerweeklynews.com, 360-466-3315

RADIO STATIONS KAPS 660 AM, KAPS 102.1 Mount Vernon Country music kapsradio.com 360-424-0660 KBRC 1430 AM, KBRC 102.9 (Mount Vernon) Classic hits kbrcradio.com, 360-424-1430

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A DVERTISER Anacortes Arts Festival.................................... 35 Anacortes Farmers Market................................ 7 Anacortes Museum.......................................... 17 Bob’s Burgers & Brews.................................... 43 Burlington Chamber of Commerce............... 15 Burton Jewelers............................................... 33 Children’s Museum of Skagit County............. 23 Christianson’s Nursery....................................... 7 Conway Pub & Eatery...................................... 41 5B’s Bakery....................................................... 57 High Society..................................................... 22 Highway 20 Hometown Pharmacy................. 51 Island Hospital................................................... 3 Keller Williams Western Realty....................... 19 La Conner Chamber of Commerce................ 39 Lincoln Theatre................................................ 47 Mexico Cafe..................................................... 48 Mount Vernon Chamber of Commerce......... 50

DIRECTORY Mount Vernon Downtown Association.......... 49 Northwest Fine Furnishings............................ 47 Outlet Shoppes at Burlington........................ 45 Port of Skagit................................................... 59 PRC Conway..................................................... 21 RoozenGaarde................................................... 9 Sedro-Woolley Chamber of Commerce........ 55 Sedro-Woolley Museum................................. 57 Skagit Casino Resort, The............................... 60 Skagit County Fair........................................... 37 Skagit County Historical Museum.................. 40 Skagit Regional Health...................................... 2 Skagit Valley College Business Office............ 51 Skagit Valley Family YMCA............................. 37 Skagit Valley Food Co-op............................... 53 Skagit’s Own Fish Market................................ 44 Wood Merchant, The...................................... 39

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