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 | After spending most of the summer in the San Juan Islands, our Resident orca pods are now beginning to venture south into inland waters for the fall and early winter months, traveling down Admiralty Inlet chasing chum salmon runs into lower Puget Sound. Learn More |
 | A small group of resident Gray whales typically arrives to our region in early March and stays through the end of May or early June, feeding on ghost shrimp along the sand and mud shores of Saratoga Passage and South Whidbey. This annual spring visit of Gray whales provides an excellent opportunity to view whales from the shorelines of Island county or from the Mukilteo/Clinton ferries, much to the delight of residents and visitors alike. Check Langley's events for more info in April. Learn More |
 | Divers who continually vote northern Puget Sound waters the best in the nation dive here because of nutrient rich waters that feed abundant sea life, amazing interactions with wildlife and adrenaline pumping drift dives. Seeking tidal charts? Simply select a location listed under Possession Sound. Saratoga Strait, or Rosario Strait and the month you are interested in visiting. Learn more. Learn More |
 | The Washington State Park system includes 121 parks. Whidbey and Camano Islands are home to seven of them, plus numerous city, town and county parks. Start planning your visit now. Learn More |
 | We would love to learn about your experiences on Whidbey and Camano Islands. Simply fill-in and submit the form below. Here are some ideas for what you might share: How did you discover Whidbey and Camano Islands? What are your favorite places and things to do when you visit these Islands? What is your favorite season, festival, outdoor activity or local food? What do you wish you had more time to do here? When do you plan to return? Submit as many stories as you would like and thank you for sharing!
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 | A wilderness experience around Whidbey and Camano Islands begins only 20 feet from shore. Seeking tidal charts? Simply select a location listed under Possession Sound. Saratoga Strait, or Rosario Strait and the month you are interested in visiting. Learn more. Learn More |
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Friday, October 31st, 2008
Saturday, January 24th, 2009
Sign up for Ways of Whales 2009
Runs through Saturday, January 24th, 2009 
Add to calendar
Time & Place
9am - 4:30 pm
Coupeville Recreation Hall, 901 NW Alexander St, Coupeville, Whidbey Island, WA
More Information
Susan and Howard | 1-866-ORCANET | Email | Web
Sign up for Ways of Whales 2009
ORCA WORKSHOP DISCUSSES THREATS TO ORCAS, WHALE CULTURE, AND MORE Ways of Whales workshop Saturday, January 24, 2009, 9am - 4:30 pm Coupeville Recreation Hall, 901 NW Alexander St, Coupeville, Whidbey Island, WA
Cost: $20/person
Join Orca Network for a day of learning about the wonders of Pacific Northwest whales - who they are, what they eat, threats to their habitat and health, and more. This annual workshop has become a favorite regional gathering of whale experts and those who want to learn more about the whales.
Orca Network's Whale Sighting Network tracks the travels of Gray whales, orcas and other cetaceans in Washington and British Columbia waters. If you see a whale, please report it to Orca Network at 1-866-ORCANET or info@orcanetwork.org. If you would like to be on Orca Network's Whale Sighting Network to receive emails about the whereabouts of the whales of our regions, contact Susan Berta or sign up on our website below.
Susan Berta & Howard Garrett
Orca Network
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orcanetwork website
1-866-ORCANET
Orca Network - Connecting whales and people in the Pacific Northwest
Orca Network is dedicated to raising awareness about the whales of the Pacific Northwest, and the importance of providing them healthy and safe habitats.
Projects include the Whale Sighting Network and Education Programs, the Free Lolita Campaign, and the Central Puget Sound Marine Mammal Stranding Network.
Saturday, March 7th, 2009
Community Hike on Camano
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9:50AM
Camano Center on East Camano (Blue building next to Tennis Courts).
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Carol Triplett Tom Eisenberg | 387-0889 or 387-4000 | Email
The 3 mile walk will start at 9:50 a.m., include a stop at the Kristoferson Beaver Marsh and then proceed to the trail head. The first 1/2 mile of trail has a 200’ gain. Trails on top are level. Hear about the future plans for this trail.
Wednesday, April 15th, 2009
Whale Watching excursions from Central Whidbey
Runs through Sunday, April 19th, 2009 Add to calendar
Time & Place
Call for exact times
Coupeville Wharf, Front Street, Coupeville WA 98239, Whidbey Island
More Information
Mystic Sea Charters | 1-800-308-9387 | Web
Saturday, April 25th, 2009
Whale-Watching Cruisen Saratoga Passage, Whidbey Island
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Time & Place
11AM-3PM
Coupeville Wharf, Front Street, Coupeville WA 98239, Whidbey Island
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Beach Watchers | 360-331-1030 | Email
Gray Whale Watching In Saratoga Passage
To reserve space, call or e-mail today
$70 per person includes a four-hour cruise, lunch, beverages and on-board
naturalists
Sponsored by WSU Island County Beach Watchers
Saturday, June 6th, 2009
"Wonders of Iverson" Estuary Field Day
Runs through Saturday, June 6th, 2009 Add to calendar
Time & Place
9:30 am - 1:30 pm
The Iverson Spit estuary
More Information
Scott Chase | (360) 387-3443, ext 258 | Email
"Wonders of Iverson" Estuary Field Day will showcase the diverse marine and freshwater habitats of Iverson Spit Preserve, a 120-acre estuary owned by Island County at the southwest corner of Livingston Bay. Family-friendly walks will lead participants through a fascinating array of habitats. Led by WSU Beach Watchers volunteers, along with a biologist with the Stillaguamish tribe who specializes in outreach education, you’ll be able to explore the former salt marsh and learn about the upper tideline area, see where the beavers have gnawed down trees to begin their dam building process, and walk through the aptly-named Hobbit Trail. Then head to the shoreline, where WSU Beach Watchers will show you what marine species live there.
This workshop is sponsored by the WSU Beach Watchers in Island County, Island County Shore Stewards, and the Stillaguamish Tribe.
Monday, June 15th, 2009
Whidbey Island Summer Camp -Learning through Discovery-
Runs through Friday, June 19th, 2009 Add to calendar
Time & Place
9AM-3PM
Montessori School Campus, 207 NW Coveland St., Coupeville,WA 98239,Whidbey Island
More Information
Darallyn Currier | 360-678-5641 | Email | Web
Some of the weekly activities include: dressing up in pioneer clothing; making hats or aprons; preparing daily pioneer snacks and a homemade pioneer feast on Friday including hand cranked ice cream, butter churning, cooking popcorn over the fire, etc. participating in pioneer school; creating a camp newspaper; playing pioneer games, scavenger hunts; pioneeer arts and crafts i.e. candle making, sewing girl or boy rag dolls, building and sailing mini saiboats; helping with daily chores taking beach and nature walk and going fishing.
Monday, June 22nd, 2009
Whidbey Island Summer Camp -Learning through Discovery-
Runs through Friday, June 26th, 2009 Add to calendar
Time & Place
9AM-3PM
Montessori School Campus, 207 NW Coveland St., Coupeville,WA 98239,Whidbey Island
More Information
Darallyn Currier | 360-678-5641 | Email | Web
Some of the weekly activities include: dressing up in period clothing making bonnets preparing daily themed tea time, participation in Victorian School, creating Victorian scrapbooks, playing Victorian games, including croquet.
Friday, January 1st, 2010
Polar Bear Plunge
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12:00pm
Freeland Park, Freeland, WA
More Information
360-221-5484 | Web
Start the new year off with a splash and join us for a refreshing dive into 2010! Registration opens at 10:00am. Fee includes event t-shirt and refreshments
$15
Friday, February 12th, 2010
The Great Northwest Glass QUEST
Runs through Sunday, February 28th, 2010 Add to calendar
Time & Place
Various locations Stanwood and Camano Island, WA
More Information
Web
A hand-blown, signed and dated snowball will be yours if you are one of the winners at The Great Northwest Glass QUEST in Stanwood and Camano Island , WA , February 12-28, 2010. The Great Northwest Glass QUEST treasure hunt is for everyone; all ages, local residents and visitors are welcome! Over 200 “clueballs” will be hidden in and around participating businesses and in Heritage Park , Camano Island State Park and Freedom Park . Inside each clueball you will find the “clue” (business name and address) which leads you to the glass snowball prize. A winning questor will exchange his or her clueball for a Glass QUEST snowball complete with a limited edition number and the artist’s initials.
Wednesday, March 31st, 2010
Young Aviators Flight Camp
Runs through Saturday, April 3rd, 2010 Add to calendar
Time & Place
9:30am - 12:00pm
Whidbey Island Navy Flying Club, 2563 Charles Porter Ave., Oak Harbor, WA
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John or Ann | 360-679-4359 | Email | Web
This 4-day training session teaches future young aviators (ages 13 - 17, maybe 12 yr. olds) about flight fundamentals, safety, navigation, teamwork, flight planning and communications. Participants will get firsthand instruction with our experienced flight instructors and log time in the cockpit of our aircraft. The camp will be capped off by a flight with one of the instructors. This camp will stimulate your child in math, science, physics, and provide a taste of what aviation is all about.
Saturday, April 10th, 2010
Gray Whale Watching In Saratoga Passage
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11 am-3 pm
More Information
360-331-1030 | Email | Web
Gray Whale Watching In Saratoga Passage Join WSU Island County Beach Watchers on a Whale-Watching Cruise leaving from Coupeville Wharf, Saturday, April 10th, 11 am-3 pm. This is the only gray whale watch trip from Coupeville in 2010. To reserve space, call 360-331-1030 or email (wsu.bw.island@gmail.com) as soon as possible.
$75 per person includes a four-hour cruise, lunch, beverages and on-board naturalists This is a fundraiser for WSU Island County Beach Watchers.
http://www.beachwatchers.wsu.edu/island/
Tuesday, April 20th, 2010
Sea Kayak Tour
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10:00am - 12:30pm
Langley Marina, Langley, WA
More Information
360-321-1600
The Bayview Senior Center is again offering its series of guided sea kayak tours. This popular class is open to beginners and experienced kayakers alike. You will spend 30 min. on the beach in instruction and 2 hours on the water with high hopes of seeing our resident gray whales. Layer up for the weather and bring gloves, hat, sunscreen, windbreaker and water compatible shoes. Depart from Langley Marina. Space is limited to 10 people, call for reservations. $50 for members and $60 for non-members.
Sunday, May 23rd, 2010
Whidbey Island Mudder Bike Race
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Matt Hickman | Email | Web
The Whidbey Island Mudder returns for 2010. Riders from around the region will converge on Whidbey for a day full of XC mountain bike racing, food, music and fun.
The mudder course features terrain for every racer: climbs, tight single-track, berms, swtichbacks, and plenty of room for passing thanks to some extended double-track sections. The course will clock in at about 6 miles this year.
Sunday, July 18th, 2010
Whidbey Island Race Week
Runs through Friday, July 23rd, 2010 Add to calendar
Time & Place
Whidbey Island
More Information
Web
We are excited to be able to announce that we have added a Dingy/Small Keelboat/Catamaran Regatta on July 17-18th called DWI (Dinghy's Whidbey Island). Large and small keelboats will be on the same schedule as always for WIRW.
Visit www.whidbeyislandraceweek.com for course information and schedule of events
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State Parks
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 | Ebey's Landing National Historic ReserveCoupeville, Whidbey Island, Central Whidbey Celebrating and exploring a rural working community. The Ebey's Forever program is for all who want to understand the history of the Ebey Reserve and look at it's future. More than 30 years ago local residents and committed citzens came together to protect Ebey's Prairie from development. Their efforts helped to establish Ebey's Landing National Historical Reserve, our nation's first historical reserve. For more information:
Reserve Manager
P.O. Box 774 (162 Cemetery Road)
Coupeville, WA 98239 Phone: (360) 678-6084 Fax (360) 678-2246 Visit their web site | Email | Map Learn more... |
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| Ebey's Landing National Historic ReserveCoupeville, Whidbey Island, Central Whidbey Celebrating and exploring a rural working community. The Ebey's Forever program is for all who want to understand the history of the Ebey Reserve and look at it's future. More than 30 years ago local residents and committed citzens came together to protect Ebey's Prairie from development. Their efforts helped to establish Ebey's Landing National Historical Reserve, our nation's first historical reserve. For more information:
Reserve Manager
P.O. Box 774 (162 Cemetery Road)
Coupeville, WA 98239 Phone: (360) 678-6084 Fax (360) 678-2246 Visit their web site | Email | Map Learn more... |
Things To Do
Whidbey and Camano Islands are located in Washinton State's fabled "Treasure Islands" archipelago. And visitors to the Puget Sound islands, no matter what their interest - from antique shopping to outdoor adventure - can find what they treasure on Whidbey and Camano Islands.
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| Ebey's Landing National Historic ReserveCoupeville, Whidbey Island, Central Whidbey Celebrating and exploring a rural working community. The Ebey's Forever program is for all who want to understand the history of the Ebey Reserve and look at it's future. More than 30 years ago local residents and committed citzens came together to protect Ebey's Prairie from development. Their efforts helped to establish Ebey's Landing National Historical Reserve, our nation's first historical reserve. For more information:
Reserve Manager
P.O. Box 774 (162 Cemetery Road)
Coupeville, WA 98239 Phone: (360) 678-6084 Fax (360) 678-2246 Visit their web site | Email | Map Learn more... |
 | Welcome the Whales!Camano Island, Langley, Whidbey Island A small group of resident Gray whales typically arrives to our region in early March and stays through the end of May or early June, feeding on ghost shrimp along the sand and mud shores of Saratoga Passage and South Whidbey. This annual spring visit of Gray whales provides an excellent opportunity to view whales from the shorelines of Island county or from the Mukilteo/Clinton ferries, much to the delight of residents and visitors alike. Check Langley's events for more info. For more information: Susan Berta & Howard Garrett Orca Network
2403 North Bluff Road
Greenbank, WA 98253 Phone: 1(360) 678-3451 or toll-free at 1(866) ORCANET (672-2638) Visit their web site | Email | Map Learn more... |
News
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 | Langley, 48 Degrees North MagazineLangley, Whidbey Island The small town on the east side of Whidbey Island is overflowing with fascinating shops and activities. Whale sightings, blowing your own glass, and, of course, fresh ground coffee are a few of the treats awaiting visiting boaters. Learn more |
| Seattle hidden adventures: Fort Ebey State Park on Whidbey IslandWhidbey Island, Coupeville, Central Whidbey One of the most beautiful destinations on Whidbey Island is Fort Ebey State Park and the areas surrounding it. The State Park offers three miles of coast line and 28 miles of hiking trails over 645 acres and some of the best views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the Olympic Mountains. Click Learn More to read the complete online article Learn more... |
County Parks
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| Ebey's Landing National Historic ReserveCoupeville, Whidbey Island, Central Whidbey Celebrating and exploring a rural working community. The Ebey's Forever program is for all who want to understand the history of the Ebey Reserve and look at it's future. More than 30 years ago local residents and committed citzens came together to protect Ebey's Prairie from development. Their efforts helped to establish Ebey's Landing National Historical Reserve, our nation's first historical reserve. For more information:
Reserve Manager
P.O. Box 774 (162 Cemetery Road)
Coupeville, WA 98239 Phone: (360) 678-6084 Fax (360) 678-2246 Visit their web site | Email | Map Learn more... |
State Parks
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 | More local parks to discover!Camano Island, Freeland, Langley, Whidbey Island, Oak Harbor Stop by one of the visitor centers for a map and directions to these special places! Learn more... |
 | Possession Point State ParkWhidbey Island, Clinton Possession Point marks a dividing line for those heading north in Puget Sound. Turn hard west for the Hood Canal, bear west up the side of Whidbey Island for Admiralty Inlet or go east for Saratoga Passage. This State Park property is also a great overnight destination for those on the populated eastern shores of mid-Puget Sound.
Location
East side of the southermost tip of Whidbey Island. Learn more... |
Storyline Downloads
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| Welcome the Whales!Camano Island, Langley, Whidbey Island A small group of resident Gray whales typically arrives to our region in early March and stays through the end of May or early June, feeding on ghost shrimp along the sand and mud shores of Saratoga Passage and South Whidbey. This annual spring visit of Gray whales provides an excellent opportunity to view whales from the shorelines of Island county or from the Mukilteo/Clinton ferries, much to the delight of residents and visitors alike. Check Langley's events for more info. For more information: Susan Berta & Howard Garrett Orca Network
2403 North Bluff Road
Greenbank, WA 98253 Phone: 1(360) 678-3451 or toll-free at 1(866) ORCANET (672-2638) Visit their web site | Email | Map Learn more... |
News
Whidbey and Camano Islands are often mentioned in the news.
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| Whidbey Island LifeWhidbey Island, Oak Harbor, Greenbank, Freeland, Langley, Clinton, Bayview, Coupeville, Central Whidbey Seattle PI blog by Sue Frause, Travel Writer
Read about her island’s colorful characters and what makes Whidbey such a unique place. Learn more... |
Things To Do
Whidbey and Camano Islands are located in Washinton State's fabled "Treasure Islands" archipelago. And visitors to the Puget Sound islands, no matter what their interest - from antique shopping to outdoor adventure - can find what they treasure on Whidbey and Camano Islands.
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 | All-season Bird-Watching AdventuresCamano Island, Whidbey Island Bird watching is an activity that can be pursued year round, seeing something different in every season. Learn more... |
| Tell us your story!Whidbey Island, Camano Island Fill in and submit the form below to share your story. Here are some ideas for what you might share: How did you discover Whidbey and Camano Islands? What are your favorite places and things to do when you visit Whidbey and Camano Islands? What is your favorite season, festival, outdoor activity or local food? What do you wish you had more time to do here? When do you plan to return? For more information: Island County Tourism Whidbey & Camano Islands Tourism
P.O.Box 365
Coupeville, WA 98239 Phone: 1-888-747-7777 | Email | Map Learn more... |
 | DivingLangley, Oak Harbor, Whidbey Island, Clinton, Camano Island With the diverse sea life that inhabits the waters surrounding Camano and Whidbey, SCUBA diving is becoming more popular every year. Learn more... |
| Family FunWhidbey Island, Camano Island Family fun all begins when you get out the map and locate Whidbey and Camano islands. Nestled next to each other in north Puget Sound, they're side-by-side islands, loaded with family fun. Learn more... |
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