Delight in The Wonder of Another La Conner Autumn Locals as well as newcomers to La Conner would likely agree that the September and October time of year is truly a unique and special season in Western Washington. While the …
Whether grown (or created) on land or pulled out of the water, Skagit’s probably got it, somewhere—oysters, beer, fresh produce, cheese, beef, tulips—you name it, it’s probably been a thing around here for a long time. ~Food&Wine Food&Wine featured the …
It was a familiar road, but the adventures it would lead us to were unknown. My friends Nick and Christian and I were driving northbound out of Seattle on I-5, a route I take often on my way to the …
Summer’s days are numbered, and you haven’t had a summer fling yet. Fear not, there’s a place that will steal your heart that’s a five-minute ferry ride away from Anacortes. Guemes Island. The unassuming, quiet, little island that is a …
If you don’t tell too many people I’ll let you in on the perfect Skagit Valley day trip. Guemes Island. It’s the small, unassuming island you see from the Washington State ferries. It’s off to the east with dense clumps …
Many find enjoyment in a casual wine tasting with friends, and there are a handful of experts that can critically evaluate wine quality and attributes. However, fewer people are able to describe the complexity of hard ciders and fruit wines. …
Nothing like changing your perspective than a couple of hours picking berries in Skagit Valley! A certain kind of peace and quiet, a calming of the spirit, and a connection to the earth is just the beginning. U-pick Farms Skagit …
Shakespeare Northwest presents Shakespeare in the Park, its annual free summer touring production of “Once Upon a Shakespearean Tale,” an original work in which we ponder: What if William Shakespeare had written children’s stories? Three fairy tales from around the …
Free family fun all weekend long in historic downtown Burlington, WA! Berry Dairy Days is one of the oldest festival in Skagit County celebrating Burlington’s history and impressive agricultural and farming communities. 2017 marks the 80th Annual Berry Dairy Days …
By Erin Holdgate You’ve heard it dozens of times: Real estate is all about location, location, location. Whether you consult online forums or chat with potential new neighbors, research is a must when choosing your new home. The last thing …
By Scott Kranz Something extraordinary happens when you join family or friends, jump in a vehicle, and hit the highway, looking for adventure along the open road. Together you move at a new pace, talk freely and listen closely, and …
Hard cider popularity has increased dramatically over the past decade, and now is the time to start your own cider and perry operation! Starting April 24th, the WSU Northwest Washington Research and Extension Center in Mount Vernon will be offering …
SKAGIT VALLEY TULIPS & DAFFODILS TOUR People from around the globe visit us to experience the Tulip & Daffodil Extravaganza during March and April! Eighteen fields and two gardens come to life painting our valley in the most colorful displays you’ve ever seen! …
The Skagit Eagle Festival 2017 is a month-long celebration during eagle-watching season in Skagit County. Activities take place in Concrete, Rockport and Marblemount every full weekend in January. Birding Skagit opportunities also available all over Skagit Valley. The Skagit Eagle …
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Skagit River Bald Eagles Eco Tour takes you to experience the wilderness along the Skagit River during December & January. It is here that hundreds of migratory bald eagles congregate to feast on the winter salmon run! As we stop along the …
