Kayaking Whidbey Island
Even for a beginner, kayaking is a way of connecting to the island in a very tactile up-close way.
Four Certified Exhilarating Hikes to Ease You into Spring
We offer up four hikes, walks really, that can be a great first “step” into getting back in shape.
Elger Bay Preserve –
Camano Island’s Easy
Off-Season Walk
The Elger Bay Preserve is a gently sloped trail with detailed guide posts that include distances. The well-groomed trail is good even in the off-season.
Birding on Whidbey and Camano Islands
Whidbey and Camano Islands are a great place to see birds, with some of the best locations around. The island are along the Pacific Flyway, a western “highway in the sky” birds use to migrate. Two of the people most knowledgeable about bird watching here are Craig and Joy Johnston. The artist/writer couple of produced many amazing photographs of birds … Read More
3 Deception Pass Hikes That Are Pure Magic
Deception Pass State Park has many amazing trails. We explore three of the best trails, including two that are under the radar.
L.A. Times Tells Readers About a Whidbey Island Weekend
The Los Angeles Times takes readers to Whidbey Island with a visit Fort Casey, dining in Coupeville and tree climbing at Deception Pass.
Whale Watching from Land
This map from the Orca Network shows many great places around Puget Sound where you can watch whales, if there are any nearby.
The Whales of Puget Sound
The Whales of Puget Sound After spending most of the summer in the San Juan Islands, our Resident orca pods venture south into inland waters for the fall and early winter months, traveling down Admiralty Inlet chasing chum salmon runs into lower Puget Sound. BY SUSAN BERTA & HOWARD GARRETTORCA NETWORKUPDATED 2/28/21 There are many opportunities to observe the orcas … Read More
Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve
Turns 40 in 2018
Special events throughout 2018 are planned to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the creation of Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve, including historic tours, exhibits, art, and history.