Topic: Recreation
SJC Fair in Photos 4
Written on August 18, 2018 at 10:16 pm, by Tim Dustrude
And just like that, the 2018 San Juan County Fair is history. Click below to see images from Day Four.
SJC Fair in Photos3
Written on August 17, 2018 at 11:21 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Click below to see more images from the San Juan County Fair. These are all from Day Three
SJC Fair in Photos
Written on August 16, 2018 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Did you make it to the Fair on Wednesday? Click below to see some images from the afternoon on Day One.
Calling All Twelves!
Written on August 16, 2018 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Calling All Twelves! Thursday at the Fair is Seahawks Fan Fest! Or is it Fair Fest? Fan Fest! Bring your Seahawk Spirit, wear your Seahawks gear and meet a Seahawk, a SeaGal and DJ Supa Sam, official DJ for the Seahawks. Be there! Thursday Night from 8:00 to 9:00 on the Main Stage.
Time for Another Flash Mob
Written on August 14, 2018 at 9:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Okay, it’s no secret, we have another Flash Mob at the Fair by the Rock Solid Youth and the San Juan Island Prevention Coalition! It will happen on Saturday during the Trashion Fashion Show on the Main Stage, at about 6pm. Watch the video above to learn the moves and then come groove with us. Continue Reading
Strong to the Core Pilates
Written on August 14, 2018 at 9:18 am, by Tim Dustrude
You may already know this, but for those who don’t, there’s a new Pilates studio in town. Debbie Warren moved from New England to the island with her husband and grown daughter in February and has opened a studio on A Street. Her studio is called Strong to the Core Pilates and she provides private Continue Reading
Concours d’Élégance
Written on August 13, 2018 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Okay. The County Fair is on your calendar. You’re planning on entering your prized dahlias. Done. Now what? Concours d’Élégance at San Juan Vineyards on Sunday, August 26! Enter your vintage car. Or what about entering your less-than-perfect car? Okay, not all original parts but I bet it has a great story! And we all Continue Reading
Shaw Island Classic Race Results
Written on August 13, 2018 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
46 Sailboats Race Around Shaw Island The currents were strong, the winds temperamental, and the fleet diverse, making for a memorable 48th annual running of the Shaw Island Classic, a highlight of the summer boating season. Hosted by the San Juan Island Yacht Club, the race draws sailboats and crew from throughout the region to Continue Reading
Sea Scouts
Written on August 7, 2018 at 3:02 pm, by Tim Dustrude
There’s a new Sea Scouts program starting up here. The first meeting is this Thursday August 9th at the San Juan Yacht Club 18:30 (6:30pm) Sea Scouts, BSA is a program of the Boy Scouts of America for young men and women. For over 100 years Sea Scouting has promoted better citizenship and improved members’ Continue Reading
2018 SJC Fair Beer and Wine Booth
Written on August 6, 2018 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
Dear Beer and Wine Fans – The 2018 San Juan County Fair is approaching! I will again be setting-up and the Beer and Wine booth. Pete Rose will manage the booth in my absence. And—I am looking for volunteers to sign up to help watch over the booth. If you would like to help out, Continue Reading
2018 Fairgrounds Master Plan Survey
Written on August 4, 2018 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
Further to what Sandy Strehlou just wrote about the other day, here is the county asking for your input… 2018 Fairgrounds Master Plan – Take the Survey! The San Juan County Fairgrounds Master Plan, which was last updated in 2012, provides a roadmap for developing and operating the fairgrounds in a manner that is responsive Continue Reading
Activities You Won’t Want to Miss at the Fair!
Written on August 1, 2018 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
During Fair week, there are demonstrations, activities & games each day – for all ages. Check our Information Kiosks or online schedule at www.sjcfair.org for more info. You won’t want to miss out on the fun! The San Juan Nature Institute and Friday Harbor Labs are bringing a TOUCH TANK. This one is filled with Continue Reading
Bicycle Rest Area
Written on July 31, 2018 at 5:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
There’s a new bicycle rest area on the island. About 3 miles from town on Roche Harbor Road, Sam Leigh and Paul Hopkins have made a nice place for bicyclists to stop for a bit and relax, and maybe make a minor repair or adjustment and sit on a couple of lawn chairs in the Continue Reading
Free Teen Karaoke Pizza Party at San Juan Island Library
Written on July 28, 2018 at 9:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
On Wednesday, Aug. 1 at 6:30 PM the San Juan Island Library is hosting a Teen Karaoke Pizza Party. The Party is in celebration of the summer reading program theme, Libraries Rock! Bring your friends and try your hand at Karaoke with a mix of current hits and Broadway show tunes. Sing duets, solos, or Continue Reading
Turn Island
Written on July 27, 2018 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Hard to believe there’s no one there but me at Turn Island on a beautiful mid-July evening. Ahh… just living the dream.
48th Annual Shaw Island Classic Race
Written on July 26, 2018 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
The 48th Annual Shaw island Classic Sailboat Race, sponsored by the San Juan Island Yacht Club, will be held Saturday, August 11th, 2018. The race, run for nearly 50 years, is a highlight of the summer boating calendar with over 40 sailboats from under 20 to over 50 feet competing in multiple classes. All eligible Continue Reading
Island Rec – 41st Annual 8.8K Loop Run!
Written on July 26, 2018 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
41 Years Running! Island Rec and Xtreme Fitness invite you to take part in the 41st Annual Friday Harbor 8.8k Loop Run/Walk scheduled for a 9:00 am start on Saturday August 18, 2018. People of all ages enjoy running or walking in this race. Register by July 31st and pay the early fee, $20 for Continue Reading
Mount Grant Preserve
Written on July 25, 2018 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a note from the Land Bank regarding Mount Grant Preserve… Access to Mount Grant Preserve is via a private road, Richard Lee Lane, which is off West Valley Road. The current parking area and first 1/5 mile of road are on an easement over privately owned land. The barbed wire fence, floodlights, and security Continue Reading
Sustainable Recyclable Compostable Fair
Written on July 24, 2018 at 6:28 am, by Tim Dustrude
This story was written by Brad Fincher The San Juan County Fair is the largest community event of the year. Always in the third week of August, we consistently have over 20,000 visitors/locals/volunteers come to the fairgrounds over a four day period. With this many people, unfortunately a lot of garbage and waste is produced. Continue Reading
Know Your Island Walk
Written on July 24, 2018 at 6:16 am, by Tim Dustrude
Roche Harbor Trails: Volunteer trail builder Mike Buettell will lead us on a hike in the Roche Harbor Highlands and around Briggs Lake. Distance is 3-1/2 miles. Terrain is gentle wide trails. Dogs on leash are welcome. Saturday July 28, 1-4 pm Meet at park at the intersection of Roche Harbor and West Valley Roads.
“Adventures in Boating” Class
Written on July 23, 2018 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary and San Juan County Sheriff’s Marine Unit Offers a Free “Adventures in Boating” Class on Saturday July 28 The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary San Juan Islands Detachment and the San Juan County Sheriff’s Marine Unit are offering a free Washington Basic Boater Education Course on Orcas Island. The class will be Continue Reading
Island Rec Soccer Camp
Written on July 21, 2018 at 5:59 am, by Tim Dustrude
Technical Training with Coach Van Island Rec and FHFC will be offering a co-ed three-week technical training in August to prepare players ages 11-18 for the fall FHFC soccer season. This technical soccer clinic is designed for the serious young soccer player looking to continually improve their game. This will be an intense, no nonsense Continue Reading
SJC Fair in Photos 4
Written on August 18, 2018 at 10:16 pm, by Tim Dustrude
And just like that, the 2018 San Juan County Fair is history. Click below to see images from Day Four.
SJC Fair in Photos3
Written on August 17, 2018 at 11:21 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Click below to see more images from the San Juan County Fair. These are all from Day Three
SJC Fair in Photos
Written on August 16, 2018 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Did you make it to the Fair on Wednesday? Click below to see some images from the afternoon on Day One.
Calling All Twelves!
Written on August 16, 2018 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Calling All Twelves! Thursday at the Fair is Seahawks Fan Fest! Or is it Fair Fest? Fan Fest! Bring your Seahawk Spirit, wear your Seahawks gear and meet a Seahawk, a SeaGal and DJ Supa Sam, official DJ for the Seahawks. Be there! Thursday Night from 8:00 to 9:00 on the Main Stage.
Time for Another Flash Mob
Written on August 14, 2018 at 9:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Okay, it’s no secret, we have another Flash Mob at the Fair by the Rock Solid Youth and the San Juan Island Prevention Coalition! It will happen on Saturday during the Trashion Fashion Show on the Main Stage, at about 6pm. Watch the video above to learn the moves and then come groove with us. Continue Reading
Strong to the Core Pilates
Written on August 14, 2018 at 9:18 am, by Tim Dustrude
You may already know this, but for those who don’t, there’s a new Pilates studio in town. Debbie Warren moved from New England to the island with her husband and grown daughter in February and has opened a studio on A Street. Her studio is called Strong to the Core Pilates and she provides private Continue Reading
Concours d’Élégance
Written on August 13, 2018 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Okay. The County Fair is on your calendar. You’re planning on entering your prized dahlias. Done. Now what? Concours d’Élégance at San Juan Vineyards on Sunday, August 26! Enter your vintage car. Or what about entering your less-than-perfect car? Okay, not all original parts but I bet it has a great story! And we all Continue Reading
Shaw Island Classic Race Results
Written on August 13, 2018 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
46 Sailboats Race Around Shaw Island The currents were strong, the winds temperamental, and the fleet diverse, making for a memorable 48th annual running of the Shaw Island Classic, a highlight of the summer boating season. Hosted by the San Juan Island Yacht Club, the race draws sailboats and crew from throughout the region to Continue Reading
Sea Scouts
Written on August 7, 2018 at 3:02 pm, by Tim Dustrude
There’s a new Sea Scouts program starting up here. The first meeting is this Thursday August 9th at the San Juan Yacht Club 18:30 (6:30pm) Sea Scouts, BSA is a program of the Boy Scouts of America for young men and women. For over 100 years Sea Scouting has promoted better citizenship and improved members’ Continue Reading
2018 SJC Fair Beer and Wine Booth
Written on August 6, 2018 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
Dear Beer and Wine Fans – The 2018 San Juan County Fair is approaching! I will again be setting-up and the Beer and Wine booth. Pete Rose will manage the booth in my absence. And—I am looking for volunteers to sign up to help watch over the booth. If you would like to help out, Continue Reading
2018 Fairgrounds Master Plan Survey
Written on August 4, 2018 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
Further to what Sandy Strehlou just wrote about the other day, here is the county asking for your input… 2018 Fairgrounds Master Plan – Take the Survey! The San Juan County Fairgrounds Master Plan, which was last updated in 2012, provides a roadmap for developing and operating the fairgrounds in a manner that is responsive Continue Reading
Activities You Won’t Want to Miss at the Fair!
Written on August 1, 2018 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
During Fair week, there are demonstrations, activities & games each day – for all ages. Check our Information Kiosks or online schedule at www.sjcfair.org for more info. You won’t want to miss out on the fun! The San Juan Nature Institute and Friday Harbor Labs are bringing a TOUCH TANK. This one is filled with Continue Reading
Bicycle Rest Area
Written on July 31, 2018 at 5:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
There’s a new bicycle rest area on the island. About 3 miles from town on Roche Harbor Road, Sam Leigh and Paul Hopkins have made a nice place for bicyclists to stop for a bit and relax, and maybe make a minor repair or adjustment and sit on a couple of lawn chairs in the Continue Reading
Free Teen Karaoke Pizza Party at San Juan Island Library
Written on July 28, 2018 at 9:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
On Wednesday, Aug. 1 at 6:30 PM the San Juan Island Library is hosting a Teen Karaoke Pizza Party. The Party is in celebration of the summer reading program theme, Libraries Rock! Bring your friends and try your hand at Karaoke with a mix of current hits and Broadway show tunes. Sing duets, solos, or Continue Reading
Turn Island
Written on July 27, 2018 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Hard to believe there’s no one there but me at Turn Island on a beautiful mid-July evening. Ahh… just living the dream.
48th Annual Shaw Island Classic Race
Written on July 26, 2018 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
The 48th Annual Shaw island Classic Sailboat Race, sponsored by the San Juan Island Yacht Club, will be held Saturday, August 11th, 2018. The race, run for nearly 50 years, is a highlight of the summer boating calendar with over 40 sailboats from under 20 to over 50 feet competing in multiple classes. All eligible Continue Reading
Island Rec – 41st Annual 8.8K Loop Run!
Written on July 26, 2018 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
41 Years Running! Island Rec and Xtreme Fitness invite you to take part in the 41st Annual Friday Harbor 8.8k Loop Run/Walk scheduled for a 9:00 am start on Saturday August 18, 2018. People of all ages enjoy running or walking in this race. Register by July 31st and pay the early fee, $20 for Continue Reading
Mount Grant Preserve
Written on July 25, 2018 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a note from the Land Bank regarding Mount Grant Preserve… Access to Mount Grant Preserve is via a private road, Richard Lee Lane, which is off West Valley Road. The current parking area and first 1/5 mile of road are on an easement over privately owned land. The barbed wire fence, floodlights, and security Continue Reading
Sustainable Recyclable Compostable Fair
Written on July 24, 2018 at 6:28 am, by Tim Dustrude
This story was written by Brad Fincher The San Juan County Fair is the largest community event of the year. Always in the third week of August, we consistently have over 20,000 visitors/locals/volunteers come to the fairgrounds over a four day period. With this many people, unfortunately a lot of garbage and waste is produced. Continue Reading
Know Your Island Walk
Written on July 24, 2018 at 6:16 am, by Tim Dustrude
Roche Harbor Trails: Volunteer trail builder Mike Buettell will lead us on a hike in the Roche Harbor Highlands and around Briggs Lake. Distance is 3-1/2 miles. Terrain is gentle wide trails. Dogs on leash are welcome. Saturday July 28, 1-4 pm Meet at park at the intersection of Roche Harbor and West Valley Roads.
“Adventures in Boating” Class
Written on July 23, 2018 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary and San Juan County Sheriff’s Marine Unit Offers a Free “Adventures in Boating” Class on Saturday July 28 The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary San Juan Islands Detachment and the San Juan County Sheriff’s Marine Unit are offering a free Washington Basic Boater Education Course on Orcas Island. The class will be Continue Reading
Island Rec Soccer Camp
Written on July 21, 2018 at 5:59 am, by Tim Dustrude
Technical Training with Coach Van Island Rec and FHFC will be offering a co-ed three-week technical training in August to prepare players ages 11-18 for the fall FHFC soccer season. This technical soccer clinic is designed for the serious young soccer player looking to continually improve their game. This will be an intense, no nonsense Continue Reading