2016 Skagit County Visitors and Newcomers Guide

MOUNT VERNON • ANACORTES • BURLINGTON • LA CONNER • SEDRO-WOOLLEY

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CONCRETE • CONWAY • BOW–EDISON • NORTH CASCADES • DECEPTION PASS

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kagit County is a special place that stretches from saltwater beaches on the Salish Sea to snow-capped Cascade peaks. And, of course, the Skagit River, which has defined this region for centuries, runs through it.

Our guide can help you discover it all.

The pace is different here, whether you are in an artistic coastal community such as Anacortes, La Conner or Edison, or in the history-rich downtown of Mount Vernon, Burlington or SedroWoolley.

Plan to spend more than a day. Check into one of our hotels, quaint inns or rural retreats, and give yourself time for some shopping in old-fashioned downtowns full of unique shops or modern malls and outlet stores with the latest fashions and bargains.

There are art galleries and museums to explore, wineries to visit, and bistros, pubs and restaurants where you can relax after a full day. The theater community is active, and there is plenty of nightlife, including two vibrant casinos and live music in various establishments.

Skagit County’s location between Seattle to the south, Vancouver, British Columbia, to the north, the San Juan Islands to the west and the North Cascades National Park to the east makes it a great place to live, work and play. No matter the season, the great outdoors is at hand.

It’s easy to go whale watching off Fidalgo Island, hiking in the North Cascades or cycling through the Skagit Flats.

The mild climate, ample rainfall and fertile soil combine to make agriculture the top industry here. Daffodils start

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the procession of color in early spring followed by a rainbow of tulips in April, a great month to visit. Skagit County is world-famous for its tulips and Tulip Festival. Remember, though, Mother Nature has the last word on bloom times.

Strawberries come on strong in June, followed by raspberries and blueberries. Fall brings apples, pumpkins and an invitation to visit a host of family farms throughout the valley during the Festival of Family Farms in October.

A meandering trip through the valley with stops at roadside stands is a treat spring through fall, and in winter, the fields and skies can be full of snow geese and trumpeter swans because thousands overwinter here from colder climates.

Come visit us and find out for yourself what makes this a special place.

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eople in the Pacific Northwest, and particularly in Skagit County, know a well-kept secret. The weather isn’t nearly as nasty as it appears on national TV weather maps.

Sure, varying amounts of rain may fall during some parts of the year, but it’s often just a steady mist. And this special little part of the world is almost never too hot and rarely too cold. Summers are simply fabulous.

We don’t talk about it much, though.

As friends and family elsewhere across the country complain about snow and searing heat, we just nod sadly, as if we understand the challenges of extreme weather.

Skagit County lies at the same latitude as St. John’s, Newfoundland and Paris –but the warmer Pacific Ocean waters make a difference. That said, Skagit County stretches from the ocean to the mountains, and that makes for some of the most diverse weather of any county in Washington. For every 15 miles to the east, annual rainfall increases by about 5 inches.

The western end of the county lies in the Olympic rain shadow, which serves as a sort of umbrella. As a result, that portion gets some of the smallest rainfall totals in Western Washington –about 26.5 inches a year in Anacortes. Rainfall increases gradually heading west through

Burlington and Mount Vernon at about 32 inches on average a year, and through Sedro-Woolley and then Concrete, which averages more than 65 inches a year.

The far east end, reaching the western slopes of the Cascades, can get more than 100 inches of rain.

Likewise, snowfall goes from an average of 5 inches annually in Anacortes to more than 50 inches at the eastern edge of the county.

Settlers at the turn of the 20th century selected the Skagit Valley for their homes because of the mild weather conditions and long growing seasons. Since then the Skagit Valley, with its especially fertile land, has developed into one of the most important agricultural regions of the state.

Summertime highs rarely go above 80, and during winter, the lows stay mostly above freezing.

Spring is the longest season, lasting from early February to the first of July.

During this time, the weather is unpredictable, ranging from warm and sunny to cold and windy with steady rain.

July heralds the beginning of summer, with very little precipitation and temperatures in the mid 70s.

Fall is the shortest season, often lasting only the month of October before winter arrives in November.

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kagit County extends from mountains to sea, but it’s the Skagit Valley’s farmland that has been the foundation of its identity for many years since the arrival of non-native settlers in the mid 1800s.

With over 150 years of farming history, the Skagit Valley today is recognized as one of the most important agricultural valleys remaining in Puget Sound.

Local farmers produce about $300 million worth of crops, livestock and dairy products on approximately 100,000 acres of land, made rich from glacial deposits, volcanic material and sediment delivered by the Skagit River into the delta.

Some 100 different crops are grown here, according to the WSU Northwestern Washington Research and Extension Center, which is located right in the middle of things and a great place to visit. Among the top crops are specialty potatoes, blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, tulips, daffodils, apples and vegetable seeds.

By 2013, more than 40 organic farms covering 6,700 acres had combined for more than $14 million in sales.

The rich farming delta also provides habitat for thousands of swans, snow geese and dabbling ducks that spend winters in the valley.

An enticing selection of common and uncommon plants Vintage Home & Garden Gifts www.christiansonsnursery.com 15806 Best Road • Mount Vernon • 360-466-3821 gifts and antiques

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As you drive through the Skagit Valley, tune your car radio to 1630 AM and learn why local farmers call this fertile valley the “Magic Skagit.”

“InFARMation” provides crop reports, farm history and special stories about the dozens of crops grown here. Find out what crops are being harvested or planted right now.

“Talking Fields” is a self-guided tour that will take you all around the Skagit Valley, from the dike and drainage infrastructure to the farms and farm fields. Each Talking Field site has a unique QR code.

Check it out at www.talkingfields.org.

It’s the brainchild of Skagitonians to Preserve Farmland, a group that has worked since 1989 to not only preserve the area’s agriculture, but its economic vitality.

Farmers markets are one of the ways smaller farms and backyard gardeners can introduce consumers directly to their unique products and increase access to local foods while supporting sustainable food systems.

They start opening in May, and many run through mid-October, with the fresh produce reflecting the seasons. Most have food and entertainment and have become community gathering spots. skagitvisitor.com

Anacortes Farmers Market

• 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays, May 7 - Oct. 29.

• Depot Arts Center 611 R Ave. • Keri Knapp (360) 293-7922 info@anacortesfarmersmarket.org www.anacortesfarmersmarket.org

Bow Little Market •1 to 6 p.m. Thursdays, June 9 - Sept. 1 • Belfast Feed Store 6200 N. Green Road • Patty Sweaney (360) 724-3333 bowlittlemarket@yahoo.com www.bowlittlemarket.com

Concrete Saturday Market

• 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays, late May to early September.

• Concrete Community Center 45821 Railroad St. concretesaturdaymarket1@gmail.com

Island Hospital Farm Stand

• 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays, mid-June to mid-September.

• Island Hospital rose garden courtyard, 1211 24th St., Anacortes • Suzie DuPuis (360) 299-1300, ext. 2567 sdupuis@islandhospital.org

Mount Vernon Farmers Market

• 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays, May 21 - Oct. 15. skagitvisitor.com

• Downtown Mount Vernon Riverwalk Plaza.

• Jodie Buller and Jill Quanstrom, (360) 540-4066, mvfarmer1@gmail.com. www.MountVernonFarmersMarket.org

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

• Skagit Valley Hospital 1415 Kincaid St. • Jodie Buller and Jill Quanstrom, (360) 540-4066 mvfarmer1@gmail.com. www.MountVernonFarmersMarket.org

Sedro-Woolley Farmers Market

• 3 to 7 p.m. Wednesdays, late May to mid-October.

• Hammer Heritage Square Ferry and Metcalf streets.

• Jeremy Kindlund (360) 202-7311 sedrowoolleyfarmersmarket@gmail.com www.SedroWoolleyFarmersMarket.com

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Skagit Valley Festival of Family Farms The annual Skagit Valley Festival of Family Farms, held the first weekend in October, is a chance for the valley to show off some of its best.

Visitors can have a hands-on farm experience, talk to farmers and follow food from the fields to the table.

See, up close, how producers supply the very lifeblood of Skagit Valley when you visit berry and produce fields, cattle ranches, alpaca farms and shellfish operations. You’ll get a firsthand look at how much time, energy and effort our farmers expend to keep local residents fed.

There’s plenty for the kids to do and learn, as well. They can race crabs or vegetable cars, milk an artificial cow, get lost in a corn maze, build a scarecrow or ride a pony.

Adults can sample the apple cider, eat barbecued oysters or corn on the cob and pick out a pumpkin for Halloween. www.festivaloffamilyfarms.com (360) 421-4729

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Daffodils, Tulips, Gifts for the Garden Local Produce - Asparagus & Rhubarb Flowering Baskets

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Harvest Celebration, Hayrides Fresh Apples & Cider Huge Pumpkin Patch Sweet Corn & Squash Corn Maze Eggs, Ice cream, espresso, cheese, homemade pies Cookies, jams, syrup, pickles and gourmet foods

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U-Pick, We Pick 7 Varieties of Berries U-Cut, We-Cut Flowers Fresh Veggies - Pickling Cukes Peaches, Nectarines, Apricots, Cherries

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Christmas Trees & Holly Ornaments & Garlands Walnuts & Filberts Our Handmade Wreaths

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or more than 30 years, the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival, which is held the entire month of April, has celebrated the jewels of the valley with a full lineup of events and plenty of tulipviewing opportunities.

The festival is the largest event in the region, attracting an estimated 300,000 to 400,000 visitors from across the world. Visitors are treated to between 400 and 700 acres (the amount and exact time depends on Mother Nature) of tulips of all colors and varieties, grown by the Roozens of RoozenGaarde and the DeGoedes of Tulip Town.

The 2016 festival poster, which was unveiled in November, was painted by Seattle artist Sandy Haight. The art on the yearly poster is used for all kinds of festival-related materials, including posters, mugs, shirts and more.

Visitors can enjoy walking through the 3-plus acres of display gardens, planted with a quarter of a million tulip bulbs at RoozenGaarde or Tulip Town, and then enjoy the numerous activities

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that take place in the Skagit Valley during the festival.

Agricultural and retail businesses open their doors to showcase their products; everything from wine and oysters to cheese and chocolate; and artists use the colorful blooms for their inspirations during several large-scale, tulip-themed

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art shows.

Events during the festival include the Kiwanis Salmon Barbecue, served up daily at Hillcrest Park in Mount Vernon; the Tulip Festival Street Fair in downtown Mount Vernon, which features live music and dozens of food and craft vendors; the Tulip Run; the Tulip Pedal (a 20-, 40- or

Introducing 2016 Poster Artist Sandy Haight Sandy Haight captures the life and intensity of her subjects with the vivid watercolors she creates. Her tulips grab viewers and invite them to join in the springtime fun.

A Washington native, Sandy honed her talent at University of Colorado with a degree in Fine Arts.

Sandy paints from her studio in Seattle.

To see more of her art, visit www.sandyhaightfineart.com. skagitvisitor.com

60-mile bicycle ride); the Tulip Frolic of entertainment and kids activities in La Conner; and the World’s Largest Garage Sale at the Skagit County Fairgrounds in Mount Vernon.

Anacortes hosts a quilt walk, art show and wine festival while SedroWoolley offers Woodfest with chainsaw carving demonstrations. Many events are free; others include the price of admission.

For information, visit www.tulipfestival.org, or call the festival office at (360) 428-5959. www.tulipfestival.org (360) 428-5959

wAsHington BuLB co.‚ rooZengAArde Three acres of tulips are on display here throughout April during the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival. The site offers a gift shop, picnic areas, food, espresso and restrooms, and bulbs can be purchased on-site for later delivery. skagitvisitor.com

Roozengaarde is open all year.

Visitors can purchase potted tulips, daffodils and hyacinths in the winter and spring; lilies and irises through the summer and fall; or fresh flowers yearround.

15867 Beaver Marsh Road, west of Mount Vernon www.tulips.com (360) 424-8531

skAgit VALLey BuLB FArm‚ tuLip town Take a tour of Tulip Town’s International Tulip Peace Garden to find out how the tulip became the world peace flower. The site offers a gift shop, where bulbs may be ordered for fall planting.

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Judd & Black Appliance/ Peoples Bank Gala Dinner Quilt Show Swinomish Casino & Lodge Key Bank Ambassador Event Children’s Museum Tulip Princess Party Woodfest Kiwanis Salmon BBQ Art in a Pickle Barn Azusa Farm & Gardens Anacortes Arts Festival

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6 Anacortes Quilt Walk 6 Anacortes BoatRefinery Show PugetSpring Sound 6 Anacortes Spring Wine Festival 6 Anacortes Brewery 6 Anacortes Home & Boat Tour 6 Orcas Eclipse Charters 7 Taylor Shellfish Farms 8 Golden Glen Creamery 9 Cantabile Chamber Choir 10 Burlington Scrapbooking 10 Kid’s Giant Garage Sale 10 Burlington Art Walk 11 Downtown Mount Vernon Street Fair 11 Forte Artisan Chocolates 11 Lincoln Theatre

11 Skagit River Brewery 11 Garage Sale, Antiques & More 11 Used Book Sale 11 Valley Shine Distillery 12 Seattle Premium Outlets 13 Daffodil Festival 13 Historic Home Tour 13 Tulip Frolic 13 COUNTRY Financial Tulip Frolic 13 Tulip Pedal 13 US Bank Parade 13 La Conner Sculpture Tour 13 La Conner Quilt & Textile Museum 13 La Conner Brewing Company 13 Museum of Northwest Art

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41 14 Mi. South, 12 20 Mi. South, Exit 212

13 Seattle Heli Tours 13 Silver Bell Winery 13 Skagit County Historical Museum 14 Pasek Cellars Winery 15 Warren Jewelers 16 Skagit Artisans Sale 17 Tulip Run 17 Heritage Flight Museum 17 Schmooze Fair 2016 17 Chuckanut Brewery 18 Psalms, Hymns & Spiritual Songs 19 Skagit Valley Gardens 20 Padilla Bay Estuarine Reserve 21 Skagit Valley Casino Resort 22 Outlet Shoppes at Burlington 23 Christianson’s Nursery

23 Art at the Schoolhouse 24 Seattle Heli Tours 24 ART BASH 25 Aldrich Farms 26 Sauk Mountain Pottery 27 Sky Flyn’ Helicopter 28 Schuh Farms 29 Tulip Country Bike Tours & Rental 29 4-H Petting Farm 30 Skagit’s Own Fish Market 31 Snow Goose Produce 32 WSU Discovery Garden 33 Carpenter Creek Winery 34 North Sound Brewing Co. 35 Tulip Valley Winery

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36 Fidalgo Bay Cofffee Roasters 37 Eaglemont Golf Course 38 PACCAR Open House 39 River Gallery 13Farms 40 South Fork 41 Canopy Tours Northwest 41 Cantabile Chamber Choir 42 Chuckanut Brewery 43 Deception Distillery 44 Skagit River Produce 45 Glacier Peak Winery 46 Farmstrong Brewing 47 AAUW Croquet Tournament 48 Columbia Bank Reception

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RoozenGaarde is a

division of Washington Bulb Co., Inc and the largest grower of tulip, daffodil, and iris bulbs in the United States. In addition to over 1000

acres of flower fields, we also grow fresh cut flowers

year round in our 16 acres of greenhouse space.

Surrounded by hundreds of acres of tulips, daffodils and iris, our garden bursts with color each Spring during the world-renowned Skagit Valley Tulip Festival.

We offer a unique mix of fresh cut flowers, bulbs, home decor, and garden accessories.

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Over ¼ million bulbs burst into bloom in our beautiful display garden creating a spectacular presentation of natural beauty and color!

The garden is filled with dahlias, lilies, snapdragons, geraniums, marigolds, and more!

A perfect location for summer weddings, parties, or simply a family picnic.

Our gift shop is filled with the largest and best quality bulbs, while our employees are full of planting and growing advice! Visit us during the Festival of Family Farms or drop in for one of our FREE weekend bulb planting seminars.

Stop by in Winter to purchase fresh cut tulips, direct from the farm! Our shop will be decorated for the holidays, with a nice assortment of unique gifts for the home and garden.

OPEN DAILY YEAR ROUND!

360.424.8531• 15867 Beaver Marsh Rd • Mount Vernon Mon - Sat 9am-6pm • Sun/Holidays 11am-4pm • (Extended hours during the Tulip Festival)

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This flower farm has a large collection of plants and woody cut stems and features a full-service garden center.

Named after the ancient Japanese azusa tree, which provides the most sought-after wood for archery bow-making, Azusa focuses on making its garden feel elegant and harmonious. Its namesake greets visitors at the farm entrance.

Azusa offers themed display gardens, vegetable gardens and occasional garden walks and workshops.

The 11 acres of English country gardens (next door to Christianson’s Nursery) are open dawn to dusk seven days a week at this 230-acre family farm.

Admission is a $3 suggested donation and because La Conner Flats often books private celebrations, you may have to come at another time. A farmstand is open in season.

14904 Highway 20, west of Mount Vernon and Burlington azusafarm.com (360) 424-1580

cHristiAnson’s nursery Patrons of the nursery will find useful and beautiful outdoor and indoor plants and flowers, including many roses and rhododendrons.

Seasonal tours of the 7-acre garden site offer visitors a look at common and uncommon plants. After the tours, a classic afternoon tea is available in a one-room schoolhouse built in 1888.

Gardening workshops are held in the schoolhouse during the growing season.

15806 Best Road, west of Mount Vernon christiansonsnursery.com (360) 466-3821

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15978 Best Road, west of Mount Vernon laconnerflats.com (360) 840-1163

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Located amidst the agricultural test fields of the WSU Northwestern Washington Research and Extension Center in the fertile Skagit Valley, the gardens provide inspiration and instruction for the experienced grower and fledgling hobbyist alike.

Visitors can see the best of Northwest flora in three entrance gardens, take a calming stroll through the Naturescape and Japanese gardens and explore several sections specializing in groundcovers, heathers, irises, fuchsias, herbs, vegetables, berries and more.

There’s an all-access enabling garden for those with decreased strength or mobility, and kids have a whimsical section all to themselves.

Visitors to these 25 picturesque acres along Interstate 5 can browse dahlia beds, retail greenhouses and groves of trees with spring-blooming flowers at their feet.

A gift store and the Garden Cafe also are on site.

• Fall and Winter Garden: This garden has plant selections chosen for their fall color and winter blooms.

18923 Peter Johnson Road, south of Mount Vernon skagitvalleygardens.com (360) 424-6760

• Herb Garden: The overall structure of this garden is formal, but the planting is not.

Call ahead to find out about classes taught by the garden’s keepers, the Skagit County Master Gardeners.

wsu dispLAy gArdens With more than two-dozen gardens showcasing hundreds of species of plants in various arrangements and growing methods, the Washington State University Discovery Garden has something for everyone.

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• Cottage Garden: The Cottage Garden is a combination of ornamentals, vegetables, herbs and fruit.

16650 Highway 536, west of Mount Vernon skagit.wsu.edu/mg/discoverygardens. html (360) 428-4270, ext. 227 skagitvisitor.com

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Anacortes Spring Wine Festival

The annual festival features 30 wineries from around the state and restaurants from Anacortes. Held from noon to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, April 9, this year’s event is held at the Port of Anacortes warehouse, overlooking the Guemes Channel at the north end of Commercial Avenue. www.anacortes.org (360) 293-7911

Skagit Wine & Beer Festival

Features Washington wineries and breweries, food from Skagit County restaurants and locally made cheese and chocolate samplings. The event is Nov. 19 at the Skagit Valley Inn & Convention Center. www.mountvernonchamber.com skagitvisitor.com

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kagit County wineries continue to grow in popularity as they produce some of the finest wines in the region. While Skagit’s winemakers often import grapes from Eastern Washington growers, many have begun growing estate varieties in Skagit soil.

Take a tour and sample handcrafted wines at tasting rooms from Fir Island to Rockport.

White wine grapes such as madeleine angevine and siegerrebe are known to grow well in Skagit’s mild climate, while pinot noir grapes are being grown at an increasing number of area vineyards.

The local industry began in 1995, when Pasek Cellars Winery opened in Mount Vernon and produced a few hundred cases a year. Pasek is no longer alone.

20598 Starbird Road, Mount Vernon www.bertelsenwinery.com (360) 540-2212 Directions: Take exit 218 off Interstate 5 and go east onto Starbird Road.

Hours: Open for public tastings 2 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, noon to 8 p.m.

Thursday through Saturday and noon to 6 p.m. Sunday.

Profile: This family-owned winery just off Interstate 5 near Conway opened in 2014. It offers a range of reds and whites and sources grapes from five Washington appellations: Columbia, Yakima and Walla Walla valleys, Wahluke Slope and Red Mountain. The winery also features a new event center, “The Vine,” where it hosts concerts, weddings and private events for up to 200 people.

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CARPENTER CREEK WINERY 20376 E. Hickox Road, Mount Vernon www.carpentercreek.com (360) 708-0700 Directions: Take exit 225 off Interstate 5, go east and turn right on Cedardale Road. Turn left on Hickox Road; the winery will be on your right at the end of the road.

Hours: Open for public tastings 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday.

Profile: Carpenter Creek started producing handcrafted wine from its almost 8 acres of land near the Skagit River in 2001. The vineyard is tucked among fir and cedar groves. It sources grapes from Eastern Washington and has estate vineyards of siegerrebe and pinot noir.

EAGLE HAVEN WINERY

GLACIER PEAK WINERY

8243 Sims Road, Sedro-Woolley www.eaglehavenwinery.com (360) 856-6248 Directions: From Interstate 5, take exit 232 and go east on Cook road into Sedro-Woolley. Go east (left) on Highway 20 at stoplight. Turn right on Sims Road approximately 3.5 miles out of town.

Winery is only farm on left.

Hours: Friday through Sunday and by appointment. Call ahead for information.

Profile: Since 2003, Eagle Haven has offered a range of reds and whites along with fruit wine. An adjoining 40-acres apple orchard produces fruit for cider. The winery features a tasting room, wine garden and a wooden pavilion, where it hosts concerts. The pavilion also can be booked for private events.

58575 Highway 20, Rockport www.glacierpeakwines.com (360) 873-4073 Directions: From Interstate 5, take exit 230 at Burlington, turn west onto W. Rio Vista, and follow signs to Highway 20 east toward Concrete. Travel about 40 miles to milepost 104, just east of Rockport.

Hours: Noon to 6 p.m. daily, except in winter when they’re open Friday through Monday.

The Mount Vernon tasting room, 13821 Best Road, is open the same hours.

Profile: Established in 2002, Glacier Peak Winery sports five acres that produce the company’s estate wines, including pinot noir, agria and siegerrebe.

PASEK CELLARS 18729 Fir Island Road,Mount Vernon www.pasekcellars.com (888) 350-9463 Directions: From Interstate 5 take exit 221, go west to Conway’s Skagit Barn Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

Profile: Pasek Cellars began in 1995, with a tasting room opening on Mount Vernon’s First Street just two years later. In 2002, the winery was moved to a larger facility on Old Highway 99 South, just south of downtown Mount Vernon, and the tasting room to Conway in the red Skagit Barn.

Well-known for its cranberry wine, Pasek Cellars is now the largest producer of fruit wines in the state and makes varieties that include everything from pineapple to passionfruit.

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SILVER BELL WINERY

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106 S. First St., La Conner www.silverbellwinery.com (360) 757-WINE (9463) Directions: From Interstate 5 take exit 221, go west and follow Fir Island Road as it winds across the island, turn left onto Best Road, turn left onto Chilberg Road, continue through the roundabout to Morris Street, turn left onto First Street.

The tasting room is on the right.

Hours: Noon to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday or by appointment.

Profile: Silver Bell Winery began in a family garage in 2010 and now produces award-winning wines. The Seattle Wine Awards gave a gold medal to their 2012 Pinot Gris and a double gold medal to the 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon.

128 S. First St., La Conner www.skagitcellars.com (360) 708-2801 Directions: From Interstate 5 take exit 221, go west and follow Fir Island Road as it winds across the island, turn left onto Best Road, turn left onto Chilberg Road, continue through the roundabout to Morris Street, turn left onto First Street.

The tasting room is on the right.

Hours: Noon to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

Profile: Winemaker Mark Hulst started making wine in his garage in 2008.

Friends and family encouraged him to expand his business, so he opened Skagit Cellars in 2015.

TULIP VALLEY VINEYARD & ORCHARD 16163 Highway 536, Mount Vernon www.tulipvalley.net (360) 428-6894 Directions: From Interstate 5 take exit 226 toward Kincaid St. Turn left, cross the railroad tracks and then turn right at the light onto S. 3rd St., which becomes Highway 536. Go about 3.5 miles and see the winery on the right just past Bennett Road.

Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily MarchApril; Afternoons on Fridays and weekends May through October.

Profile: Makers of Tulip Valley Wines and Burro Loco Cider. This winery produces hand-crafted red and white table wines from both eastern and western Washington grapes and uses locally grown apples for its hard ciders. Tasting room in the red barn April through December.

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Breweries LA CONNER BREWING COmPANY

FLYERS RESTAURANT AND BREWERY

117 S 1st Street La Conner, WA (360) 466-1415

15426 Suite B Airport Drive Burlington, WA (360) 899-1025

NORTH SOUND BREWING COmPANY

ROCKFISH GRILL

17406 State Route 536, Unit A Mount Vernon, WA (360) 982-2057

320 Commercial Avenue Anacortes, WA (360) 588-1720

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SKAGIT RIVER BREWERY 404 S 3rd Street Mount Vernon, WA (360) 336-2884

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seasoned hiker. A fledgling birdwatcher. A grizzled fisherman (or fisherwoman). They can all find fulfilling ways to spend their time in Skagit County.

Everything from traveling the waters of Puget Sound in a kayak to climbing to the top of 7,740-foot Liberty Bell Mountain in the North Cascades awaits the avid fan of the outdoors. From a festival devoted to eagles to stunning whale-watching tours, it’s all available in the valley.

There are back roads with great views for bicyclists winding through the county’s farmland, and forest trails for mountain bikers that are both beautiful and challenging.

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county’s many freshwater rivers teeming with steelhead and salmon? Or chartering a whale-watching trip and seeing orcas in their scenic natural surroundings?

You can climb into a raft and float the Skagit River during the summer, then return in the winter to see bald eagles feasting on salmon.

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recreation Hikes Family Friendly CUmBERLAND CREEK INTERPRETIVE TRAIL

Super Scenic

ADA Accessible

GOOSE ROCK PERImETER/

SKAGIT RIVER LOOP TRAIL

Summit trails Location: Near south end of Fidalgo Island Distance: 2.8 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. Notable: Goose Rock is one of the highest points on Whidbey Island. The trail leads to the top, then around the massive chunk of rock.

Location: East of Sedro-Woolley Distance: 2.5 miles Getting there: From Highway 20 in Sedro-Woolley, continue east for about 15 miles. Turn south on Lusk Road and continue for one mile. Turn east on Cape Horn Road and continue for one mile to the entrance to Rasar State Park.

Notable: The trail, which is located within Rasar State Park, is situated along the north shore of the Skagit River. The first quarter-mile of the Skagit River Loop Trail is wheelchair accessible.

Location: Sedro-Woolley Distance: 2 miles Getting there: From the South Skagit Highway Park and Ride off Route 9 in Sedro-Woolley, take South Skagit Highway 12 miles east. Turn left into the driveway at 34183 South Skagit Highway.

Park in front of the locked gate.

Notable: This trail was built as a colShort and Sweet laboration between Skagit Land Trust and an Emerson High School environmental POmONA GRANGE PARK science class. The class researched the Location: North of Burlington Cumberland Creek Conservation Area, Distance: 1 mile then developed the interpretive trail.

Getting there: Interstate 5 to exit 232 (Cook Road). Turn right on Cook Road.

Leg Burner Proceed north at the stoplight on Old OYSTER DOmE Highway 99. In about 3.5 miles, the park will be on the right. If you reach the fish Location: Bow hatchery, you have gone too far.

Distance: 6.5 miles Notable: This is an excellent hike for all Getting there: From Interstate 5, take Highway 11 (Chuckanut Drive) north for ages. It’s a short, easy jaunt that enhances 10.2 miles. The trailhead is on the right at understanding of nature by way of 18 interpretive signs highlighting specifics of milepost 10. local plants and trees. Cross Friday Creek Notable: This is a classic hike. The trail and visit the Samish Hatchery. twists and climbs (emphasis on climbs) through the Chuckanut Mountains and ends atop a rocky outcropping with spectacular views of the San Juans

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cycLing For cyclists seeking long stretches of open road, the Skagit Flats is the place to put rubber to pavement. From the flats to the mountain passes of the North Cascades, the area is a haven for numerous bird species. Migrating snow geese and tundra and trumpeter swans winter over in the valley’s farm fields.

In the southern half of the flats, roads meander through 35 miles of farmland and dike districts.

Skagit County Bike Maps are available at local chambers of commerce.

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recreation Cycling Events 36TH ANNUAL TULIP PEDAL Saturday, April 16 La Conner www.tulipfestival.org Ride on your own past flowers and fields on 20-, 40- and 60-mile routes.

BIKE mS: DECEPTION PASS CLASSIC. Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 10-11, Mount Vernon 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. Benefits multiple sclerosis research and programs.

Learn more at the main.nationalmssociety.org website.

Mountain Bike Routes CASCADE TRAIL Location: Sedro-Woolley Distance: 22.5 mile Getting there: Numerous places to park along Highway 20.

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

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ANACORTES COmmUNITY FOREST LANDS

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 what was once the farming operations at Northern State Hospital. Pass historic buildings and cruise alongside Hansen Creek. Pedal through massive meadows and thick forest.

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

Notable: This is a large network of easy to moderate trails. Included in the area are numerous lakes as well as Mount Erie and Sugarloaf Mountain. Maps are available through Anacortes Parks & Recreation.

PORT OF SKAGIT TRAILS Location: Burlington Distance: 10.2 miles Getting there: Parking is available 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 runs through a chunk of Port of Skagit property. It winds through forest, along roadways and around wetlands.

LITTLE mOUNTAIN Location: Mount Vernon Distance: 10 miles Getting there: The trail is at Little Mountain Park.

Notable: This system of trails crosses the flanks of Little Mountain. Trails lead from the park entrance to the park’s summit.

Look for trails such as La-Z-Boy, Surfer’s Way, Huff-N-Puff and Sidewinder.

Birding The Skagit Valley offers plenty of delights for bird watches in winter, when thousands of snow geese and swans visit.

Farther east, the county is known as a terrific place to view eagles.

The traditional Edison Bird Festival in February coincides with the Skagit Valley Hawk Census and includes guided birding trips, bird-inspired art shows and a chicken parade that begins in front of The Edison Inn in the heart of town.

The Skagit Audubon Society’s list of recommended sites includes:

SAmISH FLATS, PADILLA BAY AND ALICE BAY

Best fall to spring. Many raptors, waterfowl and passerines.

SKAGIT FLATS ON FIR ISLAND

Best fall to spring. It is a good place to see snow geese, trumpeter and tundra swans and raptors.

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There are plenty of species to see in the Wylie Slough Area, the Jensen Access and the North Fork Access.

WASHINGTON PARK OUTSIDE ANACORTES

Best fall through spring. This is a great spot for seabird watching.

PADILLA BAY NATIONAL ESTUARINE RESEARCH RESERVE ON PADILLA BAY

Anacortes company rents tandem and single kayaks, and other equipment.

A major Northwest kayaking event to watch for is the Deception Pass Dash, held each December.

Some 200 kayaks and other humanpowered craft race from Bowman Bay in Deception Pass State Park through the pass as the tide changes from flooding into the inlet waters to ebbing back out to sea, six miles in all.

Anglers 15 and older need a license to fish in Washington. There are numerous types of licenses, so purchase the one that best fits your needs.

Visit the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife website at www.wdfw.wa.gov often to check for information on rules and emergency closures.

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Skagit River

Skagit County waters are home to all five species of salmon – chinook, coho, sockeye, chum and pink – which translates to high-demand fishing opportunities in local rivers and bays.

Saltwater and freshwater fishing are top sports here. In addition to salmon, Kayakers can enjoy beautiful vistas and there are trout species such as steelhead, rainbow, cutthroat, brown and brook, see wildlife and marine life from a different perspective while gliding quietly along that can be landed in lakes and rivers, a slough in the Skagit River delta, explor- while warm-water species, including large and smallmouth bass, perch, crappie and ing a secluded cove near Anacortes or bluegill, can be hooked, as well. hitting the open waters of the Salish Sea. Grab a rod and day pack into the hills Kayaking is a great way to get out to one of many alpine lakes when the on the waters of Skagit County and the season is right. nearby San Juan Islands, whether for a On the marine waters, saltwater spequick paddle or a trip lasting several days. cies include lingcod, halibut and salmon.

For a list of places to go kayaking Anacortes is a good place to get started. throughout the county, go to There are charter services more than willwww.paddleheaven.com. ing to lend a hand.

Anacortes Kayak Tours, Before making a cast, be sure to www.anacorteskayaktours.com, offers check the state’s regulations. The booklet half-day, full-day and multi-day sea kayak detailing the regulation’s “Fishing in tours from Anacortes through the San Washington”, can be picked up free at Juan Islands.

If you’re just in the need of a kayak to most sporting goods stores, where you can also get tips on gear, tactics and rent, Blue Otter Outfitters, where they’re biting. www.blueotter.com, can help. The Make time for a tour of the exhibits and fish tanks at the Breazeale Interpretive Center, open to the public Wednesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Here are some fishing hot spots:

Chinook: July-August Winter steelhead: December-April Summer steelhead: June-November Coho: September-November Chum: October-November Pink: August-September (Pink salmon return in odd-numbered years.)

Sockeye: July Sea-run cutthroat: August-October

Samish River Chinook: August-October Chum: October-November Coho: September-November Winter steelhead: December-March Sea-run cutthroat: August-October

Pass Lake Open year-round to fly fishing, this catch-and-release lake is a trophy trout producer. Large rainbow, cutthroat and brown trout prowl the waters. Pass Lake is usually excellent in early spring and late fall for fish averaging 15 inches, with some fish cracking the 28-inch mark.

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The Southern Resident Orcas were Deception Pass State Park listed as endangered in 2005, when there Open year-round, this large body of water were 89 members of the pods. Their num- Location: North end of Whidbey Island, south end of Fidalgo Island. bers are near 80 today. is great for panfish such as largemouth What it offers: Camping, picnicking, bass, crappie and yellow perch. Fishing sightseeing, boating, paddling, hiking, tends to be best in the spring and summer Island Adventures swimming, fishing, scuba diving, bird months, when warmer water livens up the www.island-adventures.com watching, beachcombing and bicycling. fish.

(800) 465-4604 Why Go? To hike amidst amazing Campbell Lake scenery. There are 36 miles of trails within Mystic Sea Charters the park.

Open year-round and stocked annually www.mysticseacharters.com Notable: The park has 77,000 feet of with cutthroat, the lake is known more (800) 308-9387 saltwater shoreline on Rosario Strait, Defor its warm-water species than its trout. ception Pass and Skagit Bay, and 33,900 Spring and summer are the best time to Outer Island Excursions feet of freshwater shoreline along Pass and hook largemouth bass, yellow perch, black Cranberry lakes and Lake Campbell. www.outerislandx.com crappie and bullhead catfish.

Clear Lake Open year-round, fish lucky enough to have survived the summer onslaught of anglers will be even larger. Look to hook jumbo rainbow and cutthroat trout as well as largemouth bass, yellow perch and bullhead catfish.

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Location: Just off Highway 20, 19 miles east of Interstate 5.

What it offers: Four miles of hiking trails and a playground in the day-use area.

Why Go? Wildlife observation opportunities, especially for eagles.

Notable: This old farm site is a 169-acre camping park with 4,000 feet of freshwater shoreline on the Skagit River.

Skagit County features a plethora of parks from North Cascades National Park in the east to Deception Pass State Park to the west. Whether you seek a small city park for a picnic and playtime for the kids or the scenic beauty of the national park of the North Cascades, opportunities abound for hiking, camping, biking, Killer whales or orcas are a favorite among visitors to the Pacific Northwest as fishing, boating, kayaking, swimming, well as residents, who can book a tour and beachcombing, bird watching and simply enjoying nature. see them in their natural habitat in the waters around the San Juan Islands.

Here is just a sampling Boat tours leave from Anacortes of the highlights: through three companies, Island Adventures, Mystic Sea Charters and Outer North Cascades Island Excursions.

National Park The main season runs generally from mid-April to October when the three pods Location: Along Highway 20, about 30 of Southern Resident Orca Whales return miles east of Concrete. to the area. Rates range from about $49 What it offers: Hiking, backpacking, for children to $109 for adults for the camping, climbing, bicycling, boating, four- to five-hour trips. fishing and wildlife viewing.

You’ll almost always see orcas or minke Why Go? The park offers a wide range of and humpback whales on your trip and camping experiences. Whether your idea there’s plenty of splendid scenery and of camping is from a car, RV, boat or on a other wildlife to view. Naturalists on strenuous trek into the wilderness, it can be board can help you understand this comfound within the park’s boundaries. plex marine ecosystem.

Remember to dress in layers - it’s cooler Notable: You don’t even need to leave the car to see the beauty. Simply drive on the water. Bring a camera and snacks over Highway 20 and enjoy the scenery as if you wish. Food and beverage service is the rugged, snowcapped peaks roll by. limited.

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Rockport State Park Location: Eight miles east of Concrete.

What it offers: The 670-acre day-use park showcases an ancient, old growth forest loaded with big trees from 250-foot Douglas firs to tall cedars and maples.

Why Go? The park is home to one of the best lowland hikes around. The Evergreen Trail takes hikers back 100 years, allowing for a glimpse into Skagit Valley’s past.

Notable: Practically every type of fern can be found in the park’s lush understory, along with elderberry and salmonberry bushes.

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Overlook Golf Course

Location: Shores of Padilla Bay. What it offers: On a clear day, park users can see the Olympic Mountains to the west and Mount Rainier to the south.

Why Go? The park has 1,285 feet of saltwater shoreline along Joe Hamel Beach. If that doesn’t satisfy your marine appetite, Breazeale Padilla Bay Interpretive Center is a half-mile north of the park.

Notable: The park was the home of PatTeh-Us, a Noo-Wha-Ah Indian chief and signer of the Point Elliot Treaty.

17523 Highway 9 Mount Vernon Holes: 9 Length: 2,261 yards Public/Private: Public (360) 422-6444 www.overlookgc.com

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You can’t get a better view of the Skagit River than the one you’ll get rafting down it.

Several tour groups run various stretches of Washington’s second-longest river, so no matter the season or your experience level, there’s a way for you Skagit Golf & Country Club to get up close and personal with a great force of nature.

16701 Country Club Dr. The upper section of the Skagit River, Burlington rated as Class II-III, is good for ages 6 Holes: 18 and older. The four-hour rafting journey Length: 6,063 yards down this 10-mile stretch offers a moderPublic/Private: Private ate amount of whitewater, enhanced by (360) 757-4081 the overwhelming presence of nature. www.skagitgolfclub.com For a calmer float, try a fall trip to Skagit County’s six courses offer golfwatch the colors turn, or book a salmon ers all kinds of scenery, from Puget Sound Swinomish Golf Links and eagle-viewing trip during the winter. to the wooded areas typically associated 12518 Christianson Road, The latter takes you down a 10-mile with Northwest Washington. The courses Anacortes stretch of the Skagit River that passes offer different challenges for all skill levels.

Holes: 18 through a bald eagle sanctuary. Spawning Length: 6,177 yards salmon draw hundreds of hungry bald Avalon Golf Links Public/Private: Public eagles to the river valley from Alaska and 19345 Kelleher Road (360) 293-3444 Canada.

Burlington Some trips are themed: You can book Holes: 27 a raft-and-hike trip, a journey focusing on Length: 10,080 yards how to gather and eat wild foods, or even Public/Private: Public a float with a wine-tasting package. Tour (360) 757-1900 groups include Alpine Adventures, Pacific Skagit Speedway www.avalonlinks.com NW Float Trips, Blue Sky Outfitters and 4796 Old Highway 99 North Road Wildwater River Guides.

Eaglemont Golf Course Burlington If rafting isn’t your thing, check out (360) 724-3567 4127 Eaglemont Dr. the boat and powerhouse tours and North www.skagitspeedway.com Mount Vernon Cascades expeditions offered by Seattle Holes: 18 City light, which operates the Skagit HySkagit Speedway, located on Old Length: 7,006 yards droelectric Project in the North Cascades Highway 99 between Burlington and Public/Private: Public on the county’s eastern end.

Alger, hosts several sprint-car series, (360) 424-0800 Boat tours on Diablo Lake at the base along with other events such as demoliwww.eaglemontgolf.com of the Ross Dam are offered first-come, tion derbies, motorcycle races and stunt first-served Thursdays through Mondays shows, from April through September.

Gateway Golf Course from early July through early September.

Highlights include the Jim Raper MemoSee parts of the lake that are typically 1288 Fruitdale Road rial Dirt Cup and an annual visit by the hidden when you travel by highway or Sedro-Woolley World of Outlaws sprint-car series. The hike on trails. Tours begin with an organic Holes: 9 Length: 2,700 yards speedway hosts sprint-car racing, motorand locally sourced lunch at the North Public/Private: Public cycle races and demolition derbies from Cascades Environmental Learning Center.

(360) 631-3295 April through September. Highlights Guides take you on a short walk to the www.gatewaygolfandrestaurant.com include the Jim Raper Memorial Dirt boat dock for a four-hour tour that inCup and an annual visit by the World of cludes information about the area and the Outlaws. Camping is available. three hydroelectric dams, which provide power to Seattle. Tours of the Gorge, Diablo and Ross powerhouses are offered on specific Fridays and Saturdays from June

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recreation to October. In about six-and-a-half hours, the tours take you from Newhalem, just west of Diablo Lake, through a walking tour, lunch and boat trip on Diablo Lake.

Reservations are required. Check online for booking and fees at 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 historic bridges on a scenic and informational tour.

Hour-long tours are scheduled from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday through Monday beginning April 1 and run through September. Passengers on the boat’s open deck can marvel in every direction at the scenery and wildlife, including eagles, seals, porpoises and whales. The tours leave from Cornet Bay and go through Deception Pass and out into Rosario Strait.

Tickets are available at the ticket booth in the parking lot just south of the Deception Pass Bridge, at the Deception Pass Tours office on Highway 20 or online at deceptionpasstours.com.

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Do the Bloom Color Run

Nookachamps Winter Runs

Saturday, April 23, Anacortes www.anacortesartsfestival.com

Jan. 16, Mount Vernon www.nookachamps.com

A 5K color-infused fun run held in conjunction with the Anacortes Arts Festival.

Half marathon, 10K, 5K, half marathon walkers. Chili, snacks and hot showers available after the races.

Lost Lake 50K/25K

Woolley Runs

The 8th 50K begins at the base of Chuckanut Mountain. This course is not only scenic, but challenging as well with nearly 8,200 feet of elevation gain. There are several steep ascents along with slow, technical, rolling ridges and some fast descents.

Feb. 13, Sedro-Woolley www.skagitultrarunners.com The Woolley 50K (31.1 miles) The Woolley Marathon (26.2 miles) The Woolley Half Marathon (13.1 miles) All three courses are out and back on a level railroad grade gravel path.

Tulip Run

Saturday, May 7, Chuckanut Drive www.lostlakeultras.com

There’s also a 25K with the same tough terrain starting from the Pine and Cedar Trailhead.

Saturday, April, Burlington www.skagitrunners.org Scenic 5-mile run, 2-mile run/walk at the Skagit Regional Airport, on Port of Skagit trails, 80 percent gravel, 20 percent trail.

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recreation Great Sedro-Woolley Footrace

Skagit Flats Marathon and Half Marathon

Monday, July 4, Sedro-Woolley www.loggerodeo.com

Sunday, Sept. 11, Burlington www.skagitrunner.org

This Fourth of July tradition is a 5.2-mile Fun Run and Walk that has participants running, jogging and walking alongside the Skagit River and the Loggerrodeo parade route.

Flat and fast rural course through the Skagit Valley. Starts and finishes at Burlington-Edison High School.

10th Annual Art Dash Saturday, Aug. 6, Anacortes www.anacortesartsfestival.com This half-marathon, 10K and 5K is put on by the Anacortes Arts Festival and the Anacortes Parks & Recreation Department, with proceeds benefiting public art. The mostly flat and scenic run follows the Tommy Thompson Parkway along Fidalgo Bay and ends back at the Port of Anacortes. The longer runs cross the trestle to March Point.

River-To-Ridge Run and Family Walk

38th Fowl Fun Run Early November, Mount Vernon www.skagitrunners.org The 10K is a flat loop on farming roads south of Mount Vernon with a short outand-back section on Dike Road.

The 5K is also a flat course. Start and finish is at Mount Vernon Christian School, 820 West Blackburn Road.

October date TBD, Mount Vernon

Jingle Bell Run/Walk

Plans are underway for this new 10k/5k run include an October run (10k or 5k), a family walk, and a kids dash in the Mount Vernon area. Check for details at www.skagitsymphony.com.

December, Mount Vernon www.skagitjinglebellrun.org The Jingle Bell Run/Walk is the Arthritis Foundation’s nationwide holiday run and walk event, raising both awareness and funds to fight arthritis.

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LA CONNER ROTARY CLUB SMELT DERBY (la Conner): The 51st annual event includes a pancake breakfast, fishing derby on the town docks, Skagit Symphony’s 5K and 10K Smelt Run/2K Walk, kids’ activities and an evening dance at Maple Hall.

Starts at 8 a.m. www.lovelaconner.com

BURLINGTON DOWNTOWN ART WALK (Burlington): Art on display at various locations downtown. www.tulipfestival.org/calendar/ event/533/

TULIP FROLIC AND PARADE (la Conner): Farm animals, clowns, bands, mascots and fun for the whole family. Parade at 2 p.m. www.tulipfestival.org

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TULIP FESTIVAL STREET FAIR (Mount Vernon): Grab a bite, listen to some local live music and browse for local art in downtown Mount Vernon. www.mountvernondowntown.org

MARCH 12 MONA STYLE (la Conner): Various selected artists selling handmade clothing, wearable art and home accents at the Museum of Northwest Art. www.monamuseum.org

APRIL 1-30 SKAGIT VALLEY TULIP FESTIVAL (Skagit County): A legendary month-long celebration of acres of blooming tulip fields, live music, food, self-guided bicycle tours, art shows and more. www.tulipfestival.org

WOODFEST (Sedro-Woolley): A high level of skill and a block of wood are the two elements as expert woodworkers in the region and beyond do what they do best. High-school students also showcase their skills and compete for prizes. www.ci.sedro-woolley.wa.u

APRIL 14-23 ART IN BLOOM (Anacortes): See works from regional artists at the Anacortes Arts Festival’s offseason show featuring painting, photography, sculpture and fine crafts at the Depot Arts Center. www.anacortesartsfestival.com

APRIL 8-9 SPRING GARAGE SALE, ANTIQUES & MORE (Mount Vernon): Billed as the world’s largest. More than 140 vendors. Search for antiques, collectibles and more at the Skagit County Fairgrounds in south Mount Vernon. Live music, food and much more. www.skagitcounty.net/departments/fairgrounds.

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APRIL 23 ISLAND CHICKS SPRING SHOW (Anacortes): The Port of Anacortes warehouse, packed full of antique and vintage items from more than 40 vendors from around the region. $5 per person; $3 with food bank item.

MAY 2 KIDS FISHING DERBY (Sedro-Woolley): Children 14 and under can bring their bait and gear to Northern State Pond for a day of fishing and fun. www.sedro-woolley.com

MAY 7 OPENING DAY BOAT PARADE 2015 (la Conner): 3 p.m. on the Swinomish Channel. Boats parade along the channel to kick off the boating season. www.swinomishyachtclub.org

JUNE 3-5

BLAST FROM THE PAST (Sedro-Woolley): Get ready to get retro at ANACORTES SPRING the annual Blast from the Past celebration WINE FESTIVAL in downtown Sedro-Woolley. Visitors can (Anacortes): Noon to 4:30 p.m. at the Port enjoy local shopping, a sidewalk sale, arts, of Anacortes warehouse. Taste your way crafts, food from more than 50 vendors, through local wineries and restaurants. an open house at the Sedro-Woolley Muwww.anacortes.org or seum and a classic car show. www.brownpapertickets.com (360) 855-1841, www.ci.sedro-woolley.wa.us

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WATERFRONT FESTIVAL (Anacortes): Visitors to Anacortes can take in the city’s coastal heritage and culture during the free Waterfront Festival. Events include a quick-and-dirty boat building competition and race, Milk Carton Derby, kids wooden boat building and stages of live music. Free boat rides, a marine swap meet and more at this family-friendly celebration right on the water at the Cap Sante Marina. Plenty of food and lots of displays and educational opportunities. www.anacortes.org

BERRY DAIRY DAYS (Burlington): A celebration of Burlington’s farming heritage, Berry Dairy Days is one of the oldest festivals in Skagit County. The event starts off Friday with the Kiwanis Salmon Barbecue and live music at Skagit River Park, followed by a fireworks show after the sun goes down. Activities continue Saturday with the Skagit Runners Road Run, a 3-on-3 basketball tournament, the Fred Meyer Grand Parade and a fun-filled festival with plenty of vendors, pony rides, live music and children’s activities at Maiben Park.

Sunday, take in an eyeful of classic cars at the Berry Cool Car Show. www.ci.burlington.wa.us

JUNE 4 KIDS FISHING DERBY (Anacortes): Bring your kid and a few fishing poles. Free fishing at Heart lake for kids 13 and under. www.anacortes.org

JUNE 16-18 ST. MERRY’S FEST (Anacortes): Carnival, food booths and beer tent, live music, salmon dinner at St. Mary Catholic Church. www.anacortes.org

JUNE 11 BARK IN THE PARK (Anacortes): Bring your furry friend to Storvik Park. You both can enjoy a pet parade, costume contests, vendors, demos and more. www.cityofanacortes.org

JUNE 11-12 FATHER’S DAY BOAT SHOW (la Conner): View boats at dock, a swap meet, hot dogs and a raffle. www.lovelaconner.com

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JUNE 18 MONA ART AUCTION (la Conner): largest fundraiser for the Museum of Northwest Art features the works of more than 300 artists. www.monamuseum.org

PARADE AND FIREWORKS OVER THE CHANNEL (la Conner): Fourth of July parade, a community picnic at 12:30 p.m., and games. Fireworks over Swinomish Channel at 10:15 p.m. www.lovelaconner.com FOURTH OF JULY PARADE AND PICNIC (Concrete): The festivities include music, food, parade and other fun. www.concrete-wa.com

JULY 9 KIDS-R-BEST FEST (Anacortes): 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Storvik Park. Pony rides, games, activities, live entertainment, food, prizes and more. www.anacortes.org

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SKAGIT VALLEY HIGHLAND GAMES & CELTIC FESTIVAL (Mount Vernon): The festival features bagpipe music, dancWEEK OF JULY 4 ing, colorful tartans and the LOGGERODEO famous caber toss and sheaf (Sedro-Woolley): Sedro-Woolley’s celebratoss. The event is at Edgetion of logging history and horseback water Park on the banks of riding, now nearly 80 years old. Carnival, the Skagit River. Drumming, bareback riding, barrel racing and more fiddling, dance competiat the rodeo grounds. Downtown, there’s tions, athletic contests, a street dance and live music at Hammer sheepdogs, clans and Heritage Square. Check out the chainsaw Scottish cultural carving and logging demonstrations. Firedemonstrations. works on July 4 at Riverfront Park. Find www.celticarts.org Loggerodeo on Facebook for updated event schedule.

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JULY 4 CELEBRATION (Anacortes): The event begins with a town portrait at 10 a.m. in downtown Anacortes. Parade at 11 a.m., patriotic program at Causland Memorial Park, fireworks over Fidalgo Bay at dusk.

SHIPWRECK DAY (Anacortes): Old furniture, clothes, lamps, boat gear, tools and collectibles. This free swap meet and sale starts at 8 a.m. downtown. Sponsored by the Fidalgo Rotary Club. www.facebook.com/ShipwreckFestival

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SKAGIT ARTISTS TOGETHER STUDIO TOUR (Skagit County): Watch as artists demonstrate in their studios across the county and enjoy art shows at various local galleries. www.skagitartiststogether.com

ANACORTES ARTS FESTIVAL (Anacortes): Celebrate the arts with a sampling of fine art, crafts, music, art demonstrations and more in downtown Anacortes. This destination festival includes a prestigious art show, a fine art opening event at the Port of Anacortes warehouse and more than 250 juried artisan booths from around the region, offering a wide variety of arts and crafts along Commercial Avenue. Sample the cuisine from 30 regional and ethnic food vendors and stop by the beer and wine gardens. The musical lineup includes rock, country, blues, world beat, Latin, jazz and folk on two stages. www.anacortesartsfestival.com

PORTERHOUSE BREWFEST (Mount Vernon): Enjoy tastes from two dozen premium microbreweries, plus food and blues bands and this blues and brews block party in downtown Mount Vernon. www.lincolntheatre.org/event/porterhouse-brewfest

JULY 23 BITE OF SKAGIT (Anacortes): Eat your way across the county with a feast of food samples at the Swinomish Casino & Lodge Waterfront Park. Live music all afternoon, beer and wine garden, children’s activities. Supports area food banks and other antihunger initiatives. www.biteofskagit.org

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SKAGIT COUNTY FAIR (Mount Vernon): There’s something for everyone at the Skagit County Fairgrounds in south Mount Vernon. The fair features music, arts, crafts, food, dancing and carnival rides. The annual exhibition showcases regional 4-H and FFA members as they demonstrate their showmanship, knowledge and grooming talents with farm animals. Exhibitors display their best examples of flowers, garden produce, photographs, paintings, canned goods and JULY 29-30 other home arts. Award-winning regional SIDEWALK SALE quilters compete for prizes. Enjoy cultural (Mount Vernon): Enjoy perusing music and dancing presentations on stage. items from downtown merchants, www.skagitcounty.net/fair arts and crafts vendors, plus dozens of food vendors.

AUG. 13-14 www.mountvernondowntown.org CASCADE DAYS (Concrete): Enjoy a parade, logging demAUG. 6 onstration, food, music and more at this LA CONNER CLASSIC summer celebration. There is also a chili YACHT & CAR SHOW cook-off, pie- and watermelon-eating con(la Conner): A viewing of tests, pet shows, a bed race and chainsaw antique cars and yachts, a carving exhibitions. pancake breakfast, vendor www.cascadedays.com booths and kids activities. www.lovelaconner. com PACIFIC NORTHWEST POLO GOVERNOR’S CUP (la Conner): Enjoy divot stomping, tailgate party, polo game. www.facebook.com/ La-Conner-PoloClub-106054742777390

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AUG. 20 WORK BOAT RACES AND PIRATE FAIRE (Anacortes): Maritime treasure swap meet, model boats, clam chowder contest, pirate contests and workboat races in three classifications. www.portofanacortes.com

SEPT. 10 ANACORTES ANTIQUE ENGINE and MACHINERY SHOW (Anacortes): At the corner of Market Street and T Avenue near the W.T. Preston snagboat for those interested in old-time gadgets and gizmos.

SEPT. 10 UNCORKED, WOOLLEY WINE & MUSIC FESTIVAL (Sedro-Woolley): Celebrate the fall harvest season; local wine and food and music at Eagle Haven Winery in a scenic vineyard just outside of Sedro-Woolley. www.eaglehavenwinery.com

SEPT. 10 FOUNDERS DAY (Sedro-Woolley): Sedro-Woolley celebrates its past with games, a museum open house and an honoring of one of its pioneering families. The event kicks off with a community breakfast at the SedroWoolley Community Center. www.ci.sedro-woolley.wa.us

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SKAGIT RIVER SALMON FESTIVAL (Anacortes): Celebrate the Skagit River at this fun-filled event at the Swinomish Casino & Lodge. Live music and cultural performances, salmon barbecue, beer and wine garden, youth activities and crafts. www.skagitriverfest.org

LA CONNER QUILT & FIBER ARTS FESTIVAL (la Conner): Attendees can enjoy hundreds of quilts, workshops, vendors and more. www.laconnerquilts.com

ANACORTES TREE LIGHTING (Anacortes): Tree lighting, town crier, performances by local students, appearance by and pictures with Santa, hot cocoa and more at the Chamber of Commerce, 819 Commercial Ave. Holiday Artwalk follows. www.anacortes.org

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CONCRETE GHOST WALK (Concrete): Peruse some of Concrete’s most haunted locations, while learning BURLINGTON some of its history, too, every Saturday HARVEST FESTIVAL night in October.

(Burlington): Teams use catapults of all sizes to fling 8-pound pumpkins hundreds www.concrete-wa.com of feet through the air. The team whose device hurls a pumpkin the farthest, and OCT. 1-2 with the greatest accuracy, wins. Children FESTIVAL OF FAMILY FARMS can build small cars out of zucchini and (Skagit County): Find out where what’s play games, and everyone can enjoy food on your table comes from and meet the from local vendors. people who make it happen. Visit Skagit www.burlingtonwa.gov County farms and sample shellfish, beef,

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SEPT. 25 OYSTER RUN (Anacortes): On the fourth Sunday in September, rain or shine, Anacortes is taken over by more than 10,000 leatherclad bikers during the annual Oyster Run, making it the largest motorcycle run in the Pacific Northwest. Motorcyclists ride along scenic back roads west to Anacortes, often stopping to enjoy the local oysters.

The Bow-Edison area is one popular stopping point before the free main event.

The Anacortes event includes motorcycle vendors, musical entertainment and oysters, and middle-of-the-street parking for thousands of motorcycles. www.oysterrun.org

SEPT. 30-OCT. 1 BIER ON THE PIER (Anacortes): Enjoy regional beers, sudsfriendly food and music Friday night and Saturday at the Port of Anacortes warehouse. www.anacortes.org, anacortes.org/bieron-the-pier

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berries, produce, milk, cider and more, with numerous activities. www.festivaloffamilyfarms.com

NOVEMBER ART’S ALIVE! (la Conner): 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. www.lovelaconner.com

DEC. 3 THE MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS (Sedro-Woolley): Train and pony rides for kids, cider, giant Christmas tree lighting and Santa parade in downtown Sedro-Woolley. www.ci.sedro-woolley.wa.us

DEC. 4 CHRISTMAS PARADE (Mount Vernon): Arrival of Santa, Christmas tree lighting in Pine Square, hot chocolate and more. www.mountvernondowntown.org

DEC. 10 HOLIDAY HOME TOUR (Sedro-Woolley): Get a glimpse inside some of Sedro-Woolley’s historic homes and its museum all decked out in colors and lights for the holidays. www.ci.sedro-woolley.wa.us

NOV. 19 SKAGIT WINE & BEER FESTIVAL (Mount Vernon): Features Washington wineries and breweries, food from Skagit County restaurants and locally made cheese and chocolate samplings at the Skagit Valley Inn and Convention Center. www.mountvernonchamber.com

DEC. 1 BURLINGTON TREE LIGHTING (Burlington): Attend a tree lighting ceremony downtown at 6 p.m. and take pictures with Santa. www.ci.burlington.wa.us SKAGIT counTy Visitors & newcomers Guide 2016

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AnAcortes Much more than a jumping off point for the San Juan Islands, Anacortes is a thriving seaside community with a working waterfront that embraces art and its proud past — and offers visitors a scenic getaway with plenty of recreation opportunities.

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o get a good feel for Anacortes, drive all the way down Commercial Avenue, the main drag, until you come to the Guemes Channel.

You’ll pass art galleries, shops, bistros and pubs, see plenty of historic buildings and public art, then wind up at a working waterfront where Dakota Creek Industries operates a busy shipyard.

Anacortes isn’t the fishing, canning, logging and mill town it once was. It has transitioned into an energetic city that has built on its past and remains surrounded by natural beauty.

With more than 3,200 acres of cityowned parks, recreation areas and forest lands, more than one-third of Anacortes is dedicated to recreation or wildlife.

Trails lead through forests and parks, along marinas and waterfront bluffs, across the bay on an old railroad trestle, around Heart lake and to the top of Mount Erie.

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In recent years, the city’s quality of life and amenities have attracted a large population of affluent retirees, but Anacortes is still a working town. Two major refineries have operated here since the mid-1950s, yachts are built and repaired along the waterfront, two major seafood

processing plants operate in town and Cortland Puget Sound Rope produces ropes engineered for difficult applications and harsh environments that are used around the world.

Once thought of as just a jumpingoff point for tourists heading to the San

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Juan Islands, Anacortes sees itself today as a destination where you can, as the Chamber of Commerce says, coast in and hang out.

Historic downtown Anacortes offers a selection of good restaurants and an interesting mix of galleries and shops.

Visitors are charmed by the historic buildings and the colorful murals of local characters. The museum, library, marina esplanade and a historic snagboat are within easy walking distance.

A drive to the west side of the island is worth the trip. Washington Park offers a boat launch, picnic shelters and a playground, but its crowning jewel is a 2.3-mile loop road that offers fabulous views west to the San Juans as you walk, bike, jog or drive.

WHILE YOU’RE HERE • See the town from above via the Cap Sante Viewpoint, just a few blocks from downtown.

Recreation choices here are many: fishing, hiking, biking, diving, climbing, kayaking, sailing, whale watching, beachcombing and much more - usually in the middle of some beautiful scenery.

The city’s eclectic mix of major events celebrates everything from art to motorcycles. The biggest is the Anacortes Arts Festival (Aug. 5-7), which draws about 90,000 visitors. There are also old-fashioned celebrations, complete with parades and joyous community gatherings, for Independence Day and the Christmas holiday season.

For a nice side trip while you’re here, catch a ferry for the San Juans or Sidney, B.C., at the Washington State Ferries terminal. Just get on 12th Street, go west about 3 miles and veer right at the big intersection.

A second, smaller ferry system serves Guemes Island from a landing near the west end of Sixth Street. Locals walk on and enjoy lunch on the other side after the five-minute jaunt across the Guemes Channel.

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WHILE YOU’RE HERE • Take in the boating scene by strolling the boards at Cap Sante Marina. Check out the workboats and pick up fresh seafood in season.

• Plan a picnic. Get provisions in town and walk 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. Lots of grass and a lovely spot that’s on the National Register of Historic Places.

• Check out the W.T. Preston snagboat down by the marina and the adjacent Maritime Heritage Center, both part of the Anacortes Museum, a treat in itself.

• Drive to the the top of Mount Erie, arguably the best viewpoint on Fidalgo Island.

The lookout is about 20 minutes from downtown in the center of the island. On a clear day, the crystal blue Salish Sea studded with its gem-like green islands is a feast for the eyes and soul.

• Find a new favorite piece of art or antique vintage item. Anacortes has become a destination for visitors looking for a special piece, rare finds and repurposed items from days gone by.

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DON’T MISS • Plan to attend the Anacortes Arts Festival, one of the largest in Northwest, Aug. 5-7 this year.

Enjoy fine art, crafts, music and art demonstrations.

• See workboats up close Aug. 20 at the Workboat Races and Pirate Faire at the Port of Anacortes. Celebrate the city’s working waterfront on the dock right on the Guemes Channel.

• The beer flows and there’s plenty of food and fun at Bier on the Pier festival Oct. 1-2.

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Locals looking for a leisurely and scenic lunch outing walk onto the ferry, enjoy the Guemes Channel crossing and head to Anderson’s for a burger and a beer. The cafe serves breakfast on weekends, when there’s often live music.

Guemes Mountain on the east end offers a wonderful viewpoint overlooking nearby islands.

The mountain was purchased through donations from islanders and others to make it into a permanent conservation area through the Skagit Land Trust and San Juan Preservation Trust. Volunteers built a 1.2mile hiking trail that climbs steeply 550 feet to the summit.

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Guests can use the resort’s kayaks and rowboats at no charge.

Young’s Park, 13 acres next to the resort, has picnicking amenities and water access for day use. There is excellent crabbing during the season.

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hen logging was at its peak in this area a century ago, the bay was full of floating logs being transported by water.

These days, Bay View features a 25-acre state park with camping amenities and a long trail along the bay for scenic walks. Visitors and locals can be seen parasailing at high tide, raking the mudflats for treasures at low tide and flying kites when the breeze is up.

Serene coastal living and waterfront views regularly draw people to Bay View, with its access to the Padilla Bay tidelands that stretch from Highway 20 to Hat Island.

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Established as a town in 1884, Bay View became a bustling community discovering that driving through this filled with shops and saloons within rich farmland to Bow, Edison and decades.

Bay View is a treat — and so are the restaurants and art galleries.

The Padilla Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve is evidence of the Many visitors are heading toward environmental movements to emChuckanut Drive and Bellingham, but brace the bay in the late 1970s. The will find this area has a distinct Skagit estuarine reserve, one of 28 in the County flavor unlike any other. country and the only one in the state, features the public Breazeale InterpreBow encompasses a handful of tive Center, offering up-close views of niche communities, including one life in the bay. that’s seen tremendous transformation over the years — Edison, the The center’s offices and exhibits hometown of legendary newsman are open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. WednesEdward R. Murrow. From a logday through Sunday. Enjoy a short, ging town to a main street of meat well-marked hike that circles through markets and hardware stores, Edison woods and fields behind the center. has emerged as something of a tourTrails and parking are free. ist destination, largely because of its unusual character.

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in for lunch at an inn more than 100 years old or get provisions at an artisanal bakery and a deli stocked with fine cheeses and cured meats sourced from around the Northwest.

On Thursdays each summer, local farmers gather for the Bow Little Market, which takes place east of Interstate 5 at the Belfast Feed Store, 6200 N. Green Road. The Little Market also hosts events, such as the Holiday Market in November, featuring food vendors and live music. The Edison Bird Festival, started in February 2012, includes guided birding trips, bird-inspired art shows and a chicken parade on Gilkey Avenue.

Edison is a popular stop for many bikers during the annual Oyster Run on the fourth Sunday in September The combination of agriculture, when motorcycles fill the streets and artistry, Old West and wholesome riders enjoy oysters on their way to goodness might not seem natural, but Anacortes, where thousands of bikers it seem natural, but it creates magic in gather for the one-day event.

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For those looking for more enThe eclectic art scene and the tertainment, the Skagit Valley Casino food, from homemade bread to Resort is at the Bow exit 236 off oysters, are big draws. You can drop Interstate 5.

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LA conner Art and history abound in lovely little La Conner, Skagit County’s oldest community, where visitors find shops, great restaurants and beautiful views of the Swinomish Channel.

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Artists began inhabiting the scenic town as early as the 1940s. he bright orange Rainbow The Museum of Northwest Art, 121 Bridge is a testament to the First St., offers more than 2,500 town’s artistic flair. The color contemporary art objects from the was chosen when it was built in early 1900s up until today. It boasts 1957 as a bright alternative to the work by greats such as Dale Chihuly, traditional gray or green paint. The Guy Anderson, Mark Tobey, Morris bridge straddles the channel between Graves and Richard Gilkey. MONA La Conner and the Swinomish Style is held in March, allowing Indian Tribal Community. Walk selected artists to sell handmade across the bridge to experience clothing and wearable art. beautiful views of the Northwest and Another great artistic attraction charming sights of the town. is the La Conner Quilt & Textile Downtown La Conner is only Museum, 703 S. Second St. Located a few blocks long, but it’s packed in the stunning, historic Gaches with culture, art and history. Locally Mansion, the museum displays a owned shops abound, and there are wide variety of handmade quilts. plenty of restaurants and pubs to La Conner is home to the Skagit choose from, including some right County Historical Museum, 501 on the channel.

S. Fourth St., which invites you to La Conner was first settled in the “Come to the top of the hill for a early 1860s, just after the Civil War. spectacular view of Skagit County Its name officially became La Conner history.” The view east over the in 1870 to honor the property Skagit Valley is an added treat. owner’s wife, Louisa A. Conner.

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The rich farmland was created when settlers diked hundreds of acres of land. Now, springtime brings acres and acres of vibrant daffodils and tulips to the fields around La Conner.

If history, art and a small-town vibe are what you seek, La Conner has it all.

HONORS FOR LA CONNER In recent years the town has been awarded: • Best Small Town in Washington • Town That Captures the NW Spirit • Best Romantic Getaway • Most Exciting Small Town • Best Tiny Town • Best Neighborhood Town in Skagit County

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DON’T MISS • The annual Quilt & Fiber Arts Festival at the La Conner Quilt & Textile Museum, held in early fall, this year, is a great place to check out international quilts and wearable art.

• The annual Art’s Alive! festival, usually the first week in November, features local artists’ masterpieces. Maple Hall features exhibits and showcases the work of a featured artist.

Demonstrations and local art can be found throughout town.

• The La Conner Daffodil Festival is held while daffys are blooming in March. Events include the Dandy Daffodil Tweed Ride and a photo contest, involving daffodils, of course.

WHILE YOU’RE HERE • Enjoy La Conner’s Sculpture Exhibit, which changes every year.

• Stroll across the colorful Rainbow Bridge and gaze at the extraordinary sights.

• Visit Magnus Anderson’s handsplit log cabin built in 1869, on Second and Commercial streets.

• See the refurbished Sacred Heart Catholic Church built in 1899.

Members of the Swinomish Indian Tribal Community carried the bell from Astoria, Oregon, to La Conner on a canoe and by foot. Early settler Louisa Anne Conner was determined to build a Catholic church and gathered donations from nearby settlers to complete the effort.

• View a fire truck built in 1850 that was used for the great fire in San Francisco in 1906 at the Volunteer Fireman Museum.

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MUST-SEE MUSEUMS • The Museum of Northwest Art, 121 First St., shouldn’t be missed. Free admission.

Enjoy La Conner’s 3 Outstanding Museums Three Floors of Quilts & Textiles

• The La Conner Quilt & Textile Museum, 703 S. Second St., has stunning exhibits displayed in a historic mansion.

• The Skagit County Historical Museum, 501 S. Fourth St., offers a look back at Skagit County history and a look out over the Skagit Valley.

Watch for new exhibits each month!

Wed-Sun 11am-5pm Open every day in April

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Celebrate Skagit History Three outstanding galleries of fascinating Skagit history – from the Native Americans of the area through the early industry and home life of the pioneers. AND two changing featured exhibit spaces!

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Museum is free and open seven days a week. MoNA store features unique items by Northwest artists.

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shorebirds and songbirds.

The island’s back roads put you in armland, a quaint town and a bird- the middle of farmland and beautiful bird habitat, but travelers will find a stop in ing paradise.

Those are just a few of the draws little Conway well worth it, whether to to Conway and Fir Island south of Mount grab a meal of burgers and oysters at the Conway Pub and Eatery or to browse the Vernon. antique stores of Main Street.

Snow geese and trumpeter swans Conway, population under 100, is just spend their winters on Fir Island alongside off of Interstate 5, and during berry seathe many eagles and herons of the area. son, local farmers set up roadside stands Photographers and bird watchers come from many miles away to see these amaz- to show off their strawberry, blueberry and raspberry crops. ing gatherings. Spring is the time to see

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This little town also offers the Conway Muse, a center for the performing and visual arts with plenty of live music on weekends with a motto of “Where Magic Happens.” Originally a dairy barn, it’s also been a glass shop, antique shop and auction barn over its nearly 100-year life.

Photographers will note that a bridge built in 1914 connects Conway to Fir Island, which is also graced with acres upon acres of farmland and the nearly centuryold Fir-Conway Lutheran Church – always worth a photograph.

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BurLington

Great shopping, locally grown, juicy berries and flying pumpkins are a few of the prime features offered in this city.

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ubbed The Hub City, Burlington is the cornerstone of commerce in the county.

A mix of old and new, Burlington has maintained its historic shopping district on Fairhaven Avenue, an oldfashioned main street.

Around the corner, the more modern version of shopping begins with a mall, a discount outlet mall and a collection of big-box stores that draw customers from Seattle and British Columbia.

and dike access for folks to walk along Burlington serves its residents with the Skagit River. an extensive parks system along the The city also maintains Maiben Skagit River.

Park, which contains Burlington’s Skagit River Park is a popular Community Building and Senior Cen100-acre gem at the end of South ter; Alpha Park, the traditional site for Skagit Street with 20 regulation-sized the city’s 70-foot-tall Christmas tree; soccer fields, 24 horseshoe pits, a trail and Rotary Park, which offers soccer 48

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town that year, as well. The town was incorporated in 1902.

Be sure to visit the city’s new Regional Byway Center at Railroad Park on Fairhaven Avenue, which houses the Chamber of Commerce and visitor information center. The center was designed to resemble the original city train station.

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5,000 Square Feet of New Exhibits • Refreshed Museum Mon.-Sat. 10am - 5pm • Sunday 12pm - 5pm • Toddler Tuesday 8:30am - 10am Supported by

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Skagit River Exhibit

Interactive Topographical Map

Inside the Cascade Mall • 550 Cascade Mall Dr., Burlington 757-8888 • www.skagitchildrensmuseum.net

DON’T MISS • Berry Dairy Days is one of the oldest and sweetest festivals in Skagit County. The family-friendly event established in 1937 by the Burlington Fire Department as a nod to the community’s agricultural heritage continues occurs the third week of June (June 16-18) at Railroad Park in downtown Burlington.

• Pumpkins soar through the air each fall each late September at Burlington’s annual Harvest Festival and Pumpkin Pitch at Skagit River Park, this year on Sept.

24. The homemade trebuchets and catapults are engineering marvels that help celebrate the season.

Children look forward to the joys of zucchini car races.

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ount Vernon is Skagit County’s largest city, and its population grows exponentially each April as visitors from all over come for the world-famous Skagit Valley Tulip Festival. Head downtown any time of year to get a taste of the local life and travel quaint streets lined with locally owned restaurants and shops.

Mount Vernon is built beside and across the third-largest river on the West Coast, offering a close-up view of nature’s best right in the heart of the city.

Stroll along the Skagit River on the edge of this old-fashioned down-

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town, which features independentlyit was home to 443 people. It now owned shops, restaurants and a has more than 33,000 residents. historic theater in the center of things.

Summer brings pleasant weather to the valley, and the festivals come with A LittLe History it. The Skagit Valley Highland Games Mount Vernon’s founders arrived and Celtic Festival is always a hit at in the area in the 1870s and built a Edgewater Park, and the Skagit River small town just above a three-mile log Shakespeare Festival at the outdoor jam. A few dedicated farmers began Rexville-Blackrock Amphitheatre is hauling the logs out until there was the perfect outing for theatergoers. a space big enough for small boats to travel through.

The summertime also brings the weekly farmers market to Mount VerAfter two years of removing logs, non. Farmers and community memthe first steamer, the Wenat, made it bers gather downtown every Saturday into Mount Vernon in 1878. The jam into October to sell local produce and was finally cleared several years later. handmade goods.

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DON’T MISS • If you’re here in April, the blooming tulip fields are a must. Be sure to bring a camera and buy some bulbs and cut flowers to take home during the monthlong Skagit Valley Tulip Festival.

• In summer, head over to the Skagit County Fair (Aug. 10-13) at the fairgrounds.

Enjoy music, food, animals and several live events at the bustling fairgrounds.

• Taste Skagit County and Northwest wines and beers at the annual Skagit Wine & Beer Festival, hosted by the Mount Vernon Chamber of Commerce.

Local chocolate and cheese make the experience a delicious evening. The 2016 event will be held • The Skagit Valley Highland Games & Celtic Festival are a feast for the senses with bagpipe music, dancing, fiddling, sheepdogs, and Scottish cultural demonstrations. Enjoy it all at Edgewater Park July 9-10 this year.

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WHILE YOU’RE HERE • Little Mountain Park is a must-see.The park sits at an elevation of 934 feet with two viewpoints offering stunning views of the Skagit Valley, the San Juan Islands and the Olympic Mountains.

Follow a paved road for 1.5 miles to the 517acre park and ride a bike, go for a short hike on trails or take in the sights.

• Check out the downtown pubs and enjoy a wide selection of locally made beer and seasonal fare.

• Walk along the river, where the city’s floodwall project has added an extensive walkway along its banks as well as a 30,000-square-foot riverfront park.. Beginning at Lions Park, the walkway continues south along the east bank of the river in front of downtown.

• Antique stores abound in the historic downtown area. Also downtown is the Lincoln Theatre, built in 1926 with a history of vaudeville performers and silent movies. Now, it’s home to numerous local and regional performances, music and theater, and movies several times per week.

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scenic bedroom community of about 1,000 people, Clear Lake slowly evolved from its roots as a logging town.

With 2,000 employees, Clear Lake Lumber Co. was the largest inland mill in the Pacific Northwest during peak production in 1900, according to the Clear lake Historical Association. The company went bankrupt in 1925, and with its main industry gone, the town had to adapt.

These days, Clear Lake and nearby Big Lake offer fishing, swimming or boating.

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Street is great for picnicking and family gatherings.

Besides the lake, the town along Highway 9 now has a market, tavern, gas station/convenience store and elementary school.

Big Lake is a popular spot for summer boating and fishing for bass and rainbow trout.

The community is in a valley surrounded by hills, farm fields and homes in the foothills east of Mount Vernon.

It also draws thousands of people for the July 3 fireworks show – yes, a day early, but it’s a longstanding tradition and gets Independence Day off to a great start.

With a population of 1,835, Big Lake began as a bustling logging

town that supported hundreds of workers. When the logging industry collapsed in the 1930s, the town transformed into a quiet farming community.

The lake shores are now lined with homes and the surrounding hills are dotted with housing developments.

The town has its own elementary school, a grocery store with personality and a nine-hole golf course.

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Murals, chainsaw carvings and a popular summer rodeo are just some of the attractions of this historic logging town, which sits as a gateway to the North Cascades. Sedro-Woolley serves as an access point to the North Cascades National Park and Mount BakerSnoqualmie National Forest, both of which are headquartered in town.

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improvements to Highway 9 and has improved pedestrian and bicycle On the south bank of the access in parts of town, making Skagit River, Riverfront Park is a neighborhoods and businesses safer popular spot with more than 50 picnic and easier to reach. tables, a covered picnic area and two Today, the tight-knit downtown shelters with barbecue pits. The park business community works hard to has four restrooms and an RV and maintain a welcoming, historic core tent-camping area, as well as a boat that has seen some revitalization in launch. recent years.

In 2014, the city finished a major The Sedro-Woolley Chamber of reconstruction of Bingham Park, Commerce organizes many lively located near the new roundabouts on events each year, drawing locals and Cook Road, upgrading the playground visitors alike that honor the town’s and adding RV parking with utility heritage and celebrate its progress. connections.

Janicki Industries, which creates The Rotary Club built a skate high-tech molds for the aerospace and park in 2012 that hosted its first maritime industries, is headquartered competition in September 2013 and in town. now attracts skateboarders from across The Sedro-Woolley Museum offers the state. It’s right in town behind the a litany of information about the city’s City Hall building. beginning as two separate towns that Hammer Heritage Square merged in September 1898. overlooks the central downtown The original two settlements, one business district and graces it with founded by Mortimer Cook and the a gazebo, clock tower and public other by Phillip A. Woolley, were built restrooms. It serves as a center for city on the promise of the logging industry festivals and the spring-through-fall in Skagit County. Mortimer Cook farmers market. initially named the 34 acres of land he The city has also made settled in 1884 “Bug,” in reference edro-Woolley offers great recreation.

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to mosquitoes along the Skagit River.

Cook’s wife and the settlers who came influenced a change from the insectinspired name to Sedra, the Spanish word for cedar. Due to a misspelling, it became Sedro instead.

WHILE YOU’RE HERE • Visit the 651-acre Northern State Recreation Area just northeast of town off Highway 20 between Helmick and Fruitdale roads. The regional park offers hiking and mountain biking trails, as well as a disc-golf course at the site of the former Northern State Hospital.

• Stop by the Sedro-Woolley Museum for a visual excursion through artifacts and photos of daily life in the early days of rival logging and mining towns of Sedro and Woolley —such as costumes and a book about the infamous Sedro-Woolley bank robbery in 1914, an exciting video and story of Tusko the circus elephant running amuck in 1922 and a video showing how railroads and the Skagit River supported the city’s early economy. skagitvisitor.com

DON’T MISS • Blast from the Past, held in early June, features a vintage car show, sidewalk sale, arts and crafts, games for the kids and plenty of food.

• The Fourth of July Loggerodeo celebration brings back the town’s heritage with logging demonstrations and chainsaw carving competitions.

The family-fun event runs July 2-5 with events and activities downtown and at Riverfront Park, including a carnival for the kids, live music, a beard contest, arts, crafts and food.

• Sedro-Woolley celebrates its past the second week of September with is annual Founders Day event, featuring games, a museum open house and the honoring of one of its pioneering families. The event kicks off with a community breakfast at the Sedro-Woolley Community Center.

Sunday’s events include a car show and community picnic.

Meanwhile, Woolley was also setting up shop, first for a sawmill and then for a town, not too far from Sedro along the river. Unlike Cook’s creative names, Woolley chose to stick with his own surname for the town he founded.

The two towns grew and quickly became rivals. Then in 1898 they agreed to put their rivalry behind them and join as one. Both, however,

refused to give up their names, resulting in the hyphenation.

While Woolley’s name is built-in, Cook’s name is written on the road that serves as the main route from town to Interstate 5. The city worked to improve and simplify Cook Road’s connection to Highway 20, inserting a roundabout at one of the busiest intersections in town in 2013, then a second one in 2014.

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Weds. Noon - 4 p.m.

MUSEUM Thurs. 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. & Gift Shop Saturday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Sunday 1 - 4 p.m.

725 Murdock Street • 360.855.2390 • www.sedrowoolleymuseum.org

Some of Our Local Events are:

Nearby Attractions • • • • • • •

BLAST FROM THE PAST 1ST WEEK IN JUNE

Shopping Eagle Festival Wineries Mt. Baker Skiing San Juan Islands Cascade Loop North Cascade National Park

SUMMER WINERY & PARK CONCERTS

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The size is part of its charm. The main drag is a quiet, picturesque town where about 450 residents enjoy life on the Skagit River without the worry of flooding.

The beautiful Minkler Mansion at 8405 S. Main St., which pioneer mill owner and statesman Birdsey Minkler built in 1891, serves as lyman Town Hall and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Another historic landmark is the Lyman cemetery, which dates back more than a century and neighbors an early Native American burial ground.

The Cascade Trail, a popular Rails to Trails project for walkers, joggers and bicyclists, passes through town with access to a park featuring barbecue pits, a covered picnic area, restrooms and a horseshoe pit.

Nearby on the trail is Lyman Slough.

The Skagit Land Trust acquired 19 acres on this scenic waterway and encourages people to visit.

Lyman’s rich heritage is based on its abundant timber, fish and mineral resources and its native American history.

The town also features a gas station and a grocery.

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Main Street features a park, a public picnic area and covered gazebo with kitchen facilities and restrooms. The town also has a bar, grocery store and post office.

The decline of mining, logging and paper mill industries left this community without an industrial presence until recently. But now, Janicki Industries has built a state-of-the-art industrial composites plant on the edge of town.

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It’s also home to Birdsview Brewing Co., which serves food and beverages.

North Cascades Highway.

Public restrooms and a community resource center are to the right as the highway enters town.

In recent years, town visionaries, some longtime residents and some newcomers have worked hard to reinvent Concrete, with new businesses opened and old ones revived. The town’s historic newspaper, The Concrete Herald, was brought back to life, and the Concrete Theatre was opened in 2010.

The town pays its respect to the many ghosts said to haunt the historic downtown with an October Ghost Walk.

The Concrete Chamber of Commerce organizes the popular wintertime Eagle Festival, which runs throughout the month of January.

The town celebrates Mardi Gras with a parade the Saturday before the designated “Fat Tuesday” each February.

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ajestic bald eagles migrate by the hundreds when chum salmon spawn in the Skagit River, which runs through this town. And this community is the epicenter of the annual winter migration of the raptors to the his town’s history is in its name. upriver Skagit Valley.

It used to be two communities, For decades, Rockport has celebrated Cement City and Baker, that their arrival with the Eagle Festival. The were built around two different cement event features guided walks, photography companies. Both cement plants are long workshops, demonstrations with live bald gone though a century or so later, the eagles and performances by tribal musiname and the remnants of those industries cians and dancers over four weekends in remain.

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Bald Eagle Interpretive Center, one block south of Highway 20 at Howard Miller Steelhead Park.

The center is open weekends in December and January. Guided Walks are offered at 11 a.m. on Saturdays and Sundays.

Learn more at www.skagiteagle.org or call (360) 853-7626.

The river provides great access for fishing and rafting. Anglers and boaters launch from Howard Miller Steelhead Park, which also features a playground, RV hookups and sites for tent camping. Just outside town at milepost 96.5 on Highway 20 is Rockport State Park.

The 670-acre, day-use park features old-growth trees and a trailhead for the 5,541-foot climb to the top of Sauk Mountain.

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isitors and area residents will find Marblemount is a backcountry retreat for those who never tire of the beauty of the North Cascades and who want to explore nature and its abundant recreational opportunities.

Marblemount sits at the doorstep of North Cascades National Park and greets visitors with a sign that reads “Welcome to the American Alps.”

Opportunities to bond with nature are endless: hiking, climbing, rafting, kayaking, canoeing, mushroom hunting, fishing, photography, camping and most everything else outdoor enthusiasts might want to do in the mountains.

The town offers gas stations, eateries and lodging, from campgrounds to hotel rooms.

Skagit River Resort, west of town, is owned and operated by the pioneer Clark family. It offers RV hookups and cabins with fireplaces. From there, shuttles run to destinations for fishing, hiking or kayaking.

Marblemount, now with a population of about 200, is rich with the history of the gold rush, and a few buildings of the era still stand.

One is the Buffalo Run Inn, a handhewn log structure from the town’s early heyday. It’s part of an enterprise that includes the Buffalo Run Restaurant and Buffalo Run Ranch. skagitvisitor.com

NEWHALEM AND DIABLO

eye-popping vistas await the adventurous traveler.

Newhalem offers amenities for visiewhalem and Diablo are beautiful, last-chance stops for travelers tors at Milepost 120, eight miles west of Diablo. The Skagit General Store offers heading to Eastern Washington camping supplies, gifts, food and beveron the North Cascades Highway in the spring and summer months. In the winter, ages, and is well-known for its homemade fudge. In the summer, a ferry runs on usually November, the highway is closed Diablo Lake, mainly to accommodate just a few miles east of Diablo due to extreme snowfall and avalanche danger. It anglers. Seattle City Light and the North Cascades Institute also run popular educareopens each spring, usually in May. tional and scenic boat tours.

The towns were built around Seattle For information about tours and City Light’s powerhouses at the bases of activities around Newhalem and Diablo Gorge and Diablo lakes. They now serve as both company towns and tourist stops, Lake, visit www.SkagitTours.com.

Learn more at the North Cascades right inside North Cascades National Park, which is one of the most rugged and Visitor Center, near Newhalem adjacent to Newhalem Creek Campground beautiful parks in the nation. (nps.gov/noca/planyourvisit/visitorcentTrails, campgrounds, waterfalls and ers.htm).

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Learn more about activities in • January’s Skagit Eagle Festival is Newhalem and Diablo at www. a monthlong celebration of eagleSkagitTours.com, or e-mail watching season in eastern Skagit skagittours@Seattle.gov or call (360) County. Different events are held in 854-2589.

Concrete, Rockport and Marblemount WHILE YOU’RE HERE each weekend. Activities include free tours, walks, and educational programs • Stop by the interpretive Trail of the Cedars Nature Walk in Newhalem. about the majestic birds, the beautiful The flat loop trail is 0.3 miles through Skagit River and grizzly bears — old cedar trees with plaques along the along with arts and crafts, wine tasting, way. The trail starts at the suspension river rafting, live music and dance.

bridge behind the Newhalem store, Most educational events take place at which is a great place to grab a snack. the Skagit River Bald Eagle Interpretive Center, one block south of Highway • At the foot of Sauk Mountain, visit Rockport State Park, which offers an 20 at Howard Miller Steelhead Park.

untouched old-growth forest where Visit skagiteagle.org, stop in at the an entire ecosystem of ancient times Concrete Center on 45821 Railroad remains in place, creating a rare, natural St. in Concrete, or call the Concrete forest with a canopy so dense not much Chamber of Commerce at (360) 853sunlight penetrates to the ground.

8784 for information.

The mountain itself has an elevation of • Enjoy Seattle City Light’s Diablo 5,400 feet and a steep but climbable Lake boat tour during the summer, trail to the top. starting with lunch at the North Cascades Institute’s Environmental • View the the abundant waterfalls spilling from the North Cascades Learning Center. The boat ride offers mountains. The popular Gorge Creek views of gorgeous scenery and a Falls is about 3 miles east of Newhalem chance to learn about the man-made along Highway 20. Gorge Creek drops wonders that provide hydroelectric 242 feet in a breathtaking plunge. power to the city of Seattle.

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here are jobs here in traditional and emerging industries and at busy ports. Housing is affordable, access to quality health care is convenient and the communities care about their schools.

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Anacortes - $337,250 Burlington - $209,000 Concrete/Upriver - $89,950 Guemes Island - $410,000 La Conner - $220,000 Lyman/Hamilton - $165,000 Mount Vernon - $228,750 Sedro-Woolley - $164,900 Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service, 2014 closed sales through September.

Skagit County: 120,365 Anacortes: 16,232 Burlington: 8,499 Concrete: 732 Hamilton: 299 La Conner: 917 Skagit Valley Casino Resort Bow Lyman: 447 Draper Valley Farms Chicken Mount Vernon: 33,132 processing. Mount Vernon Sedro-Woolley: 10,764 Shell Puget Sound Refinery Petroleum Source: U.S. Census Bureau 2014 estimates. processing. Anacortes

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Regence Blue Shield Health Insurance. Burlington Tesoro’s Anacortes Refinery Petroleum processing. Anacortes Source: Economic Development Association of Skagit County

port districts The Port of Skagit County Major facilities: Skagit Regional Airport, La Conner Marina, Bay View Business Park.

Jobs on the property: 1,149 direct fulland part-time jobs; 750 indirect jobs.

Number of tenants: 78 (360) 757-0011 www.portofskagit.com

Looking for a doctor?

We take care of individuals and families through all ages and stages of life.

OB Care • Children • Adults • Seniors Island Family Physicians 2511 M Ave., Suite A Anacortes (360) 293-9813

North Cascade Family Physicians 2116 E. Section St. Mount Vernon (360) 428-1700

North Cascade Urgent Care Clinic 2116 E. Section St. Mount Vernon (360) 428-1700

To find a doctor, visit familycarenetwork.com.

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Major facilities: Marine terminal, 950slip Cap Sante Marina, Anacortes Airport.

(360) 293-3134 www.portofanacortes.com

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HEALTH CARE

Three public hospital districts

Skagit Regional Health (Skagit Valley Hospital & Skagit Regional Clinics)

1415 E. Kincaid Mount Vernon www.skagitvalleyhospital.org (360) 424-4111

PeaceHealth United General Hospital

2000 Hospital Drive Sedro-Woolley www.UnitedGeneral.org (360) 856-6021 Island Hospital 1211 24th St. Anacortes www.islandhospital.org (360) 299-1300

EDUCATION

Skagit County has seven school districts: Anacortes, Burlington-Edison, Concrete, Conway, La Conner, Mount Vernon and Sedro-Woolley.

Skagit Valley College, the area’s community college, was founded in 1926 and provides educational opportunities for about 6,000 full- and part-time students. This twoyear institution offers degrees in everything from environmental conservation to early childhood education, biology, pre-nursing, business and more.

The college also offers technical programs for things such as culinary arts, environmental conservation, automotive technology and sustainable agriculture. Skagit Valley College’s main campus is in Mount Vernon, but there are also satellite facilities in Anacortes, Whidbey Island and San Juan Island. www.skagit.edu Mount Vernon Campus 2405 E. College Way (360) 416-7600

CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE Anacortes

www.anacortes.org 819 Commercial Ave., Suite F (360) 293-7911

Burlington

www.burlington-chamber.com 520 E. Fairhaven Avenue (360) 757-0994 skagitvisitor.com

www.concrete-wa.com 45770 Main St. (360) 853-8784 (360) 853-8767 www.lovelaconner.com Morris St. Suite 3 (360) 446-4778 (888) 642-9284 www.mountvernonchamber.com 301 W. Kincaid St. (360) 428-8547

Sedro-Woolley

1215 Anderson Road, Mount Vernon (360) 416-2135 www.goskagit.com 1215 Anderson Road, Mount Vernon (360) 416-2135 www.goskagit.com (360) 853-8213 www.concrete-herald.com

La Conner Weekly News 119 North Third St. (360) 466-3315 laconnerweeklynews.com

www.sedro-woolley.com 714 B Metcalf St. (360) 855-1841

RADIO STATIONS

LIBRARIES Anacortes Public Library 1220 10th St. (360) 293-1910 library.cityofanacortes.org

Burlington Public Library

KAPS 660 AM (Mount Vernon) KAPS 102.1 FM Country music. kapsradio.com

KBRC 1430 AM

820 E. Washington Ave. (360) 755-0760 www.burlingtonwa.gov/library

(Mount Vernon) Classic hits. kbrcradio.com (360) 424-0660 kbrcradio@gmail.com

La Conner Regional Library

KSVR 91.7 FM

614 Morris St. (360) 466-3352 www.lclib.lib.wa.us

Mount Vernon City Library

315 Snoqualmie St. (360) 336-6209 www.mountvernonwa.gov/library

Sedro-Woolley Public Library

802 Ball Ave. (360) 855-1166 www.ci.sedro-woolley.wa.us/Library/

Upper Skagit Library District 45770 B Main St., Concrete (360) 853-7939 www.upperskagit.lib.wa.us

NEWSPAPERS Skagit Valley Herald

1215 Anderson Road, Mount Vernon (360) 424-3251 www.goskagit.com

Anacortes American 901 Sixth St., Anacortes (360) 293-3122 www.goanacortes.com

Your Fidalgo

901 Sixth St., Anacortes (360) 293-3122 www.goanacortes.com

(Mount Vernon) Broadcast news, public affairs programs and music in English and Spanish from Skagit Valley College. ksvr.org

TELEVISION/ PUBLIC ACCESS Channel 10 (Anacortes) Government access channel broadcasting City Council and Port of Anacortes Commission meetings, public notices, community events and related programming.

Access Skagit Television, Skagit 21 (Mount Vernon) Can be seen on Comcast Cable channel 21 in the greater Skagit Valley viewing area. Broadcasts public meetings for cities and the county, along with public notices and events.

MALLS Cascade Mall 201 Cascade Mall Drive, Burlington www.shopcascademall.com (360) 757-2070

The Outlet Shoppes at Burlington 448 Fashion Way, Burlington www.theoutletshoppesatburlington.com (360) 757-3548 SKAGIT county Visitors & Newcomers Guide 2016

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he Swinomish tribe’s headquarters are in the historic Swinomish Village across Swinomish Channel from La Conner.

What people might be more familiar with, though, is the Swinomish Casino & lodge on Highway 20 east of Anacortes, or the nearby Swinomish Golf Links, an 18-hole course the tribe purchased in 2013.

The sweeping views from the lodge take in land where the Coast Salish people have lived for thousands of years. The culture of the Swinomish, the “People of the Salmon,” centered on abundant saltwater resources, particularly salmon and shellfish, which remain a key part of the tribal economy today.

Hotel in Ocean Shores on the Washington coast.

The tribe has become one of the five largest employers in Skagit County, with more than 250 employees in tribal government and approximately 300 employees in its casino and other economic enterprises. The reservation is about 15 square miles on the southeastern end of Fidalgo Island.

The tribe has jurisdictional authority within the reservation’s boundaries and provides police and other governmental services to residents.

The tribe operates a fisheries department and a water resources program and provides social and health services, education support and many other services.

through a clerical error in 1969 when it was left off a list by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.

It took more than 26 years of administrative and federal court proceedings to regain recognition for the Samish Indian Nation in 1996.

Since then, the tribe has acquired property in and around Anacortes, including its cedar administrative offices and a health administration building, both on Commercial Avenue, as well as a preschool, the Fidalgo Bay RV Resort and tracts of land for future housing and economic development. www.samishtribe.nsn.us

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1985, the tribe operates the Swinfinely crafted longhouses on The tribe opened its $28 million omish Chevron Gas Station, which Guemes, Samish and Fidalgo islands Skagit Casino Resort (www.theskagit. includes a tobacco, liquor and convecom) on a 15-acre site adjacent to and along other coastal areas in the nience store; the Swinomish Fish Co., Interstate 5 in Bow in 1995, and Salish Sea. They relied largely on saltwhich processes salmon and shellfish opened an $11 million, 103-room water resources. for a global market; the Swinomish hotel and conference center in 2001.

The Samish’s status as a federRV Park, featuring 35 full-service sites ally recognized Indian tribe was lost Information: (360) 854-7090 located at the casino; and a Ramada www.swinomish-nsn.gov

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almon need an adequate supply of cool, clean water to spawn, incubate, rear, feed, and migrate to and from the sea.

For decades, fisheries agencies have warned that additional water withdrawals from certain tributaries to the Skagit River – including Carpenter, Fisher, and Nookachamps Creeks – would harm salmon production. The fisheries agencies urged the Department of Ecology to preserve the remaining stream flows in these tributaries.

In 2001, Ecology adopted the Skagit River Instream Flow Rule. The instream flow levels in the Rule were based on best available science and prevented new, unmitigated year-round appropriations that would diminish stream flows in the Skagit River and its tributaries.

Ecology found that lower flow levels would not provide adequate protection for fish.

Despite this history, Ecology and Skagit County made a secret agreement in 2006 to allow new water reservations that would further reduce stream flows in the Skagit River basin, including small, overappropriated tributaries. At the same time, Ecology and Skagit County agreed that the tributary subbasins would be closed once the new reservations were used up. In 2009, Ecology warned Skagit County that the Carpenter/Fisher reservation was close to being fully allocated, and in 2011, Ecology closed the subbasin because its reservation is not only used up but also over-allocated.

Fisher Creek, a tributary of the Skagit River.

The Swinomish have relied upon the Skagit River salmon runs for countless generations. We rely on the salmon to sustain our bodies, our spirits and Even though it Fishing was Skagit is County Ecology that our culture. alsoand essential tomade thethe tribe’s economic life today. secret deal that caused the subbasin closures, the Swinomish have

wrongly been blamed for the closures of those basins, by private parties, the Prosecuting Attorney’s office, and by Skagit County commissioners. On November 3rd, the Skagit Valley Herald called the county to task for twisting the truth in a letter to landowners.

Over the years, the Skagit and its salmon have faced many threats from logging, mining, farming and fishing practices. The Swinomish and its allies have confronted andover overcome The Swinomish took Ecology to court the changes tomany the 2001of these threats, but some still instream flow rule because its action violated State law and harmed remain.

Overcoming them is essential to the tribe’s survival. fish. The Washington Supreme Court will hear arguments on our case on November 13th.

Day Creek, also a tributary of the Skagit River.

We welcome the visitors to the mighty Skagit River and its tributaries, which support six will wildcontinue species oftosalmon. us sustain this historical The Swinomish fight toHelp protect the mighty Skagit River and tributaries, and the six environmental wild species ofpractices salmon that call river and its its ecosystems through good as you the river all of us who live in this beautiful corner of the enjoy yourhome, visit toso ourthat ancestral homelands and waters. country can share in nature’s abundance for generations to come.

Contact: Governmental Affairs, Debra Lekanof dlekanof@swinomish.nsn.us

To learn more about the Swinomish Indian Tribe’s commitment to protecting the Skagit River for all of us: visit our website at www.swinomish.org

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kagit County offers a wildly imaginative and eclectic menu of entertainment options.

Music, dance, art and professional and community theater are in abundance. Visit nearly any city in the county, and you’re bound to find a variety of galleries, art studios, clubs that feature live music and theater groups and venues that have a flair for the ambitious.

Music and dance thrive with a great deal of community support. A professional symphony, opera groups, orchestra, an abundance of talented community theater groups, volunteer chorales and choruses combine to create a rich cultural environment.

Venues mCINTYRE HALL

McIntyre Hall is Skagit County’s premier performing arts hall, located on the Skagit Valley College campus in Mount Vernon.

It has a seating capacity of 651 and a conference center that can accommodate up to 300 people.

McIntyre has a consistently outstanding performance schedule. In 2015, productions included “Cinderella (la Cenerentola),” “Night of the living Dead,” Northwest Ballet Theater’s production of “Sleeping Beauty,” and numerous jazz and holiday concerts by touring, regional and local artists.

Producers, directors, stage crews and actors have raved about McIntyre as one of the top venues for live performance in the region. It has a bar in the spacious lobby, where audiences can often watch backstage activity on a large television screen during intermissions.

For information: (360) 416-7727, ext. 2; (866) 624-6897, ext. 2; or www.mcintyrehall.org

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LINCOLN THEATRE

The Lincoln Theatre in downtown Mount Vernon is a legendary performing arts venue and movie house. Built in 1926, this historic vaudeville and silent movie house has been renovated through the years into a premier stage for a variety of performances and events.

At the same time, the theater is a unique venue to catch showings of both independent and the latest films, and live, high-definition broadcasts of some of the world’s best opera from the Metropolitan Opera House in New York and the National Theatre in London.

In 2013, the theater upgraded to a digital movie projection system.

For a full list of events, call (360) 336-8955 or visit www.lincolntheatre.org.

ANACORTES COmmUNITY THEATRE

The Anacortes Community Theatre was founded by a group of local theater aficionados in 1964 and has since evolved into a thriving theater organization with its own colorful building, offering up a variety of staged productions year-round.

Visitors can expect to see a helping of large-scale musicals, smaller comedies and dramas, and even shows written and produced by locals.

The 2015 schedule included “Rumors,” “The Spitfire Grill” and “To Kill A Mockingbird.”

For more information or a complete list of upcoming shows and events: (360) 293-6829 or www.acttheatre.com

PHILLIP TARRO THEATRE

panels or workshops. The theater is home to the college’s drama department, led by Skagit Valley native Damond Morris, and its seasonal stage productions.

For information: (360) 416-7723 or www.skagit.edu

mUSEUm OF NORTHWEST ART

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.

Since it was founded in 1981 by a group of local artists, the museum has moved to its current location along First Street in La Conner and has grown to include a permanent collection of more than 2,500 pieces. It also offers a full season of art workshops, activities and exhibits from artists. Admission is free.

For a list of upcoming exhibits or to find out more about the museum: (360) 466-4446 or www.monamuseum.org

CONWAY mUSE

The Conway Muse is a multifaceted venue with live music, dinner theater, improvisation and comedy.

Located at the west end of the tiny city of Conway, the music lineup at the Muse features blues, country and western, acoustic and more. The food menu features barbecue, sandwiches and creative twists on burgers.

For information, call (360) 445-3000 or visit www.theconwaymuse.com

cAsinos

Skagit Valley College’s 210-seat Phillip SKAGIT VALLEY CASINO RESORT Tarro Theatre, located on the college’s Skagit Valley Casino Resort includes Mount Vernon campus, is an intimate a 103-room hotel and conference center, venue perfect for smaller productions,

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more than 860 slot machines in the casino, three restaurants and live entertainment in several rooms. Take Interstate 5 to Bow Hill Road (exit 236) and head east for a couple of blocks, then turn left onto Darrk Lane.

Information: (877) 275-2448, (360) 724-7777 www.theskagit.com 5984 N. Darrk Lane, Bow

Swinomish Casino and Lodge

Table games, slots, restaurant, bingo, poker, comedy, live boxing, banquets, RV park. The casino, which opened a 98-room hotel in 2012, includes a fine-dining restaurant, a sports bar, cafĂŠ, deli and meeting and convention spaces overlooking Padilla Bay. Take Interstate 5 to exit 230 and head west over the Duane Berentson Bridge onto Fidalgo Island.

Information: (360) 293-2691, (888) 288-8883 www.swinomishcasinoandlodge.com 12885 Casino Drive, Anacortes

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Theatre Arts Guild

Fourteen screens 200 Cascade Mall Drive, Burlington www.amctheatres.com (888) 262-4386

(360) 421-2527 or www.fysmusic.org

www.theaterartsguild.org

AMC Lowes Cascade Mall 14 Fidalgo Youth Symphony

Anacortes Cinemas Three screens 415 O Ave., Anacortes www.liveanacortes.com (360) 293-7000

www.shakesnw.org

One screen 712 S. First St., Mount Vernon www.lincolntheatre.org (360) 336-8955

Performance groups Skagit Symphony

(360) 848-9336 or www.skagitsymphony.com (360) 422-5070 or www.skagitopera.org

info@skagitvalleychorale.org or www.skagitvalleychorale.org

Skagit River Shakespeare Festival

Lincoln Theatre

Skagit Opera

Skagit Valley Chorale

Alger Lookout Thespian Association www.altatheatre.com

Meta Performing Arts (877) 490-6382 or www.metaperformingarts.org

Lyric Light Opera (360) 387-3948 or www.lyriclightopera.org

Cantabile of Skagit Valley

(360) 466-1783 or www.cantabileofskagitvalley.org

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Advertiser directory ALLEN WORKMAN ............................................................................30

MUSEUM OF NORTHWEST ART..................................................45

ANACORTES ARTS FESTIVAL........................................................33

OUTLET SHOPPES AT BURLINGTON .......................................25

ANACORTES FARMERS MARKET ................................................31

PORT OF SKAGIT COUNTY............................................................75

BIG SCOOP SUNDAE PALACE. ......................................................56

ROOZENGAARDE...............................................................................11

BOB’S BURGERS & BREW ...............................................................49

SCHUH FARMS......................................................................................7

BURLINGTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ............................52

SCOTT MILO GALLERY ...................................................................31

BURTON JEWELERS .........................................................................32

SKAGIT COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS ..............................................17

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF SKAGIT COUNTY........................52

SKAGIT COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM ..............................45

CHRISTIANSON’S NURSERY...........................................................6

SKAGIT REGIONAL CLINICS..........................................................2

CONWAY PUB & EATERY .................................................................47

SKAGIT RIVER BREWERY ..............................................................16

COOK ROAD SHELL ..........................................................................49

SKAGIT VALLEY CASINO RESORT..............................................76

FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES ..............................................................49

SKAGIT VALLEY FOOD CO-OP......................................................56

FAMILY CARE NETWORK ...............................................................68

SKAGIT VALLEY WILLS & TRUSTS.............................................15

HUMAN LIFE .......................................................................................24

SKAGIT’S OWN FISH MARKET .....................................................49

ISLAND HOSPITAL ..............................................................................3

SEDRO-WOOLLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE.....................61

JITTERBUGS ESPRESSO..................................................................49

SEDRO-WOOLLEY MUSEUM & GIFT SHOP ............................61

LA CONNER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE.................................44

SMUGGLER BROTHERS MARIJUANA MERCANTILE.........62

LA CONNER CHANNEL LODGE ...................................................45

SWINOMISH CASINO AND LODGE ............................................73

LA CONNER COUNTRY INN ..........................................................45

SWINOMISH INDIAN TRIBAL COMMUNITY .........................71

LA CONNER QUILT AND TEXTILE MUSEUM.........................45

TIDES OF ANACORTES ....................................................................32

LAKE MCMURRY RECREATION ASSOCIATION....................47

WINDERMERE REAL ESTATE .........................................................5

MOUNT VERNON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE......................57

WOOD MERCHANT, THE ................................................................44

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