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Guided Walk
March 1 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Friends of Camano Island Parks (FOCIP) hosts public Winter-Spring Walks on Camano and Whidbey Island State Park trails each first Saturday through June.
All walks begin at 9:45 AM and finish by noon, with a moderate pace suitable for both adults and children. Walks occur rain or shine but are canceled in case of snow or high winds. Participants should dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes or boots. No pass is required for walks scheduled in the State Park. For the safety of all participants, dogs are not allowed.
Schedule (all walks meet at 9:45am)
Feb 1st | Camano Ridge Forest Preserve Event Passed
Mar 1st | Cama to Camano Island State Park | Event Passed
Apr 5th | Four Springs Lake Preserve | Meet at the Four Springs parking area. From East or West Camano Drive, turn onto Camano Hill Road, then head north on Lewis Lane, marked with a FOCIP Walk sign. Enjoy a 2-mile walk on the Perimeter Trail, including the Wetland Trail. The route features two 50-foot steep hills with benches at the top for resting. Look out for blooming skunk cabbage! If not rented that day, participants can also peek inside the Four Springs House, Meadow Room, and Barn.
May 3rd | Iverson Spit Preserve; Kristoferson Creek Habitat, English Boom Historical Park | Meet at Iverson Spit, accessed via East Camano Drive, east on Russell Road, south on Sunrise Road, and south to Iverson Beach Road. Park at the north end past the beach houses. A short, level walk will offer views of Port Susan, a beaver activity area, and the ‘Hobbit Trail.’ Drivers will caravan to Kristoferson Creek Habitat nearby for a brief visit, followed by a trip to English Boom Historical Park. The 1-mile walk at English Boom features a marsh trail along Skagit Bay, a Mt. Baker view, interpretive boards, and a boardwalk showcasing the park’s history.
June 7th | Barnum Point County Park | This newest Island County Park has been open for six years and offers a 3.3-mile walk with great views, wetlands, viewing platforms, and benches along the trail. A large parking lot is available, with additional parking at the Island County workshop and storage area. The park features two beach access points: a beach road at the east end of the trail and a more level approach at the west end. Meet at the parking area at the end of Sunrise Road (via East Camano Road, Russell Road, and Sunrise Road).
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