Topic: Recreation
Know Your Island Walks
Written on February 20, 2020 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
The next Know Your Island Walk on Saturday, February 22, from 1 to 4 pm will be guided by intrepid hikers Dave Zeretzke and Bill Severson. Participants will meet at the corner of Roche Harbor Road and West Valley Road and walk up through Roche Harbor Highlands and up the back (north) side of Young Continue Reading
13 Remarkable Health Benefits of Getting Outdoors
Written on February 19, 2020 at 9:01 am, by Tim Dustrude
Today we have a guest post from TripOutside.com on the Benefits of Getting Outdoors… By Julie Singh If you’re a self-professed homebody, you could seriously benefit from a change of scenery. Spending time in nature could improve your physical and mental health, ward off illness, and actually make you happier! As the Father of Western Continue Reading
Adventures In Boating Class
Written on February 17, 2020 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
The US Coast Guard Auxiliary will offer the Washington Basic Boater Education Course. Everyone wishing to learn or share their safe boating skills as well as review our local boating regulations is invited to attend. Upon successful completion of the course, attendees may submit a copy of their individual “Certificate of Accomplishment” with $10 to Continue Reading
Northwest Flower & Garden Festival
Written on February 12, 2020 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Where will one find 30,000 blooming bulbs across 30+ gardens, gain expert knowledge in 100 or more seminars and workshops and shop at a marketplace with over 350 exhibitors? Where else can one find all things garden related and hear speakers such as Dan Hinkley, plantsman, writer, naturalist and gardener speak? Only at the Northwest Continue Reading
Island Rec: Barbell Pulse New Session Added
Written on February 7, 2020 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
This just in, Island Rec and SJI Fitness have decided to offer a second session of Barbell Pulse this season. This motivating class is a full body workout that uses 2.5, 5, and 10-pound plates on a bar and is set to music. The movements are proven to burn calories and tone your bone building Continue Reading
San Juan County Master Gardeners Native Plant Sale
Written on February 6, 2020 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Interested in using native plants in your landscape? There are many wonderful reasons to use PNW natives: they are often long lived and need little maintenance, they provide year-round color and garden interest, they can be used to stabilize hillsides and prevent erosion, and some are drought and heat tolerant, helpful in a warming climate. Continue Reading
Virtual Reality
Written on February 4, 2020 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to swim with sharks, create a sculpture out of thin air, or fly through space? Find out what all the VR buzz is about and head to the Marie Boe Building on Saturday, February 8th from 11am-6pm. Spend the day with Bellingham’s Heady Virtual Reality and choose from Continue Reading
New Loop Trail Open at John O. Linde Community Park
Written on January 31, 2020 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
Island Rec has some good news to share… We are excited to announce that a new, paved one-mile loop trail surrounding John O. Linde Community Park has been completed and is now open for you to enjoy! Bring your friends and go for a stroll! Please remember that if your friends are of the canine Continue Reading
Performer Applications Now Being Accepted for SJC Fair 2020
Written on January 31, 2020 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
Planning is underway for the San Juan County Fair August 12-15, 2020 and we are hoping you want to be part of the show. Are you a local musician, magician, or meandering minstrel? A performing artist, aspiring pop singer or puppeteer? We know first-hand that San Juan County has lots of talent, so if you Continue Reading
Annual Garden Fever Party
Written on January 30, 2020 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Join the San Juan Island Garden Club on February 4th at the Mullis Center Craft Room, for a party and open house from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. The only cost is for optional raffle tickets. Start your morning with a beverage and “goody” 10:30 “Whats Hot for 2020” Julie’s Nursery 11:30 “House Plants” Ziah Continue Reading
Island Rec –Off Island Teen Trips – Grades 6-8
Written on January 28, 2020 at 8:10 am, by Tim Dustrude
Join Island Rec for a series of off island teen trips. First up is the YMCA Climbing Wall in Bellingham on February 17th. First timers and seasoned climbers are welcome to join us as we head up to the Whatcom Family YMCA in Bellingham to take on the tallest indoor climbing wall in the Pacific Continue Reading
Know Your Island Walk
Written on January 25, 2020 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Don’t forget – this is happening today – The first Know Your Island Walk of the new year will be on Saturday, January 25, from 1:00 to 4:00 pm, starting at American Camp’s Redoubt. Mike Vouri, retired National Park historian, will lead this walk — as he did the very first walk in the series Continue Reading
Winter Birding Workshop
Written on January 22, 2020 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Whale Museum is holding a “Winter Birding Workshop in the San Juans” in partnership with San Juan Islands Audubon. Taking place the weekend of February 7-9, 2020, the intent is to increase birding skills through field trips and presentations. This workshop is ideal for those wishing to continue their education as a naturalist or Continue Reading
Know Your Island Walk
Written on January 21, 2020 at 7:17 am, by Tim Dustrude
The first Know Your Island Walk of the new year will be on Saturday, January 25, from 1:00 to 4:00 pm, starting at American Camp’s Redoubt. Mike Vouri, retired National Park historian, will lead this walk — as he did the very first walk in the series in January 2011. The Redoubt, a military defensive Continue Reading
Lego Camp
Written on January 20, 2020 at 7:28 am, by Tim Dustrude
Jedi Engineering with LEGO The Force Awakens in this introductory engineering course for young Jedi. Explore engineering principles as we construct the Ewok Village on Endor, fly through space on our X-Wings, and defend the Echo Base on Hoth. Create motorized and architectural projects with imagination and engineering to defeat the Empire. An instructor from Continue Reading
Futsal
Written on January 18, 2020 at 5:37 am, by Tim Dustrude
Island Rec is excited to announce that they are offering another installment of Futsal. Join Coach Randy Martin for skills work and games in this fast paced, dynamic indoor soccer game. Sessions are held Saturday afternoons at the Fair Building; February 1st – 29th for ages 8-18. Ages 8-10 play 11:00am-12:00 pm Ages 11-14 play Continue Reading
News from SJC Fairgrounds
Written on January 16, 2020 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
New year, new events! There will be a lot to look forward to in 2020 at the Fairgrounds, so mark your calendars and save the date! Join us for a day of real life fun in the Marie Boe Building with VR games brought to you by Heady Virtual Reality on Saturday, February 8th from Continue Reading
Third Saturday Contra Dance
Written on January 12, 2020 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
Our caller this month is Amy Wimmer from Seattle. Amy and her husband Tom run the weekly dance at the Phinney Ridge Community Center, and Amy is a master at providing folks with a good time! The band this month is our own Spuds, who you’ve seen playing at the farmers market and other local Continue Reading
Economy, Environment and Health Benefit from Trails, Two New Studies Show
Written on January 10, 2020 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
This just in from the Washington State Recreation & Conservation Office… Executive Summary OLYMPIA–Trails contribute more than $8.2 billion to the state’s economy, according to companion studies released today by the Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office. Done in collaboration with Washington Trails Association, Washington Bikes, and the University of Washington, the studies look at Continue Reading
New LEGO Club at the Library
Written on January 9, 2020 at 12:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Do you know an elementary school child who loves building with LEGOS? We do! The San Juan Island Library and San Juan Island 4-H are happy to announce a special LEGO Club this winter for children in grades K-5th. The LEGO Club will meet weekly in the Library meeting room afterschool on Thursdays for six Continue Reading
Advance Camping Reservations for Year-Round Residents
Written on January 7, 2020 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan County Parks Camping Reservation Information for Year-Round Residents San Juan County Parks & Fair is again offering advance camping reservations for people who reside in our county year ‘round! Choose from San Juan County Park, San Juan County Fairgrounds (RVs only), Odlin County Park, and Shaw County Park for any dates in 2020. Continue Reading
Know Your Island Walks
Written on February 20, 2020 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
The next Know Your Island Walk on Saturday, February 22, from 1 to 4 pm will be guided by intrepid hikers Dave Zeretzke and Bill Severson. Participants will meet at the corner of Roche Harbor Road and West Valley Road and walk up through Roche Harbor Highlands and up the back (north) side of Young Continue Reading
13 Remarkable Health Benefits of Getting Outdoors
Written on February 19, 2020 at 9:01 am, by Tim Dustrude
Today we have a guest post from TripOutside.com on the Benefits of Getting Outdoors… By Julie Singh If you’re a self-professed homebody, you could seriously benefit from a change of scenery. Spending time in nature could improve your physical and mental health, ward off illness, and actually make you happier! As the Father of Western Continue Reading
Adventures In Boating Class
Written on February 17, 2020 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
The US Coast Guard Auxiliary will offer the Washington Basic Boater Education Course. Everyone wishing to learn or share their safe boating skills as well as review our local boating regulations is invited to attend. Upon successful completion of the course, attendees may submit a copy of their individual “Certificate of Accomplishment” with $10 to Continue Reading
Northwest Flower & Garden Festival
Written on February 12, 2020 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Where will one find 30,000 blooming bulbs across 30+ gardens, gain expert knowledge in 100 or more seminars and workshops and shop at a marketplace with over 350 exhibitors? Where else can one find all things garden related and hear speakers such as Dan Hinkley, plantsman, writer, naturalist and gardener speak? Only at the Northwest Continue Reading
Island Rec: Barbell Pulse New Session Added
Written on February 7, 2020 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
This just in, Island Rec and SJI Fitness have decided to offer a second session of Barbell Pulse this season. This motivating class is a full body workout that uses 2.5, 5, and 10-pound plates on a bar and is set to music. The movements are proven to burn calories and tone your bone building Continue Reading
San Juan County Master Gardeners Native Plant Sale
Written on February 6, 2020 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Interested in using native plants in your landscape? There are many wonderful reasons to use PNW natives: they are often long lived and need little maintenance, they provide year-round color and garden interest, they can be used to stabilize hillsides and prevent erosion, and some are drought and heat tolerant, helpful in a warming climate. Continue Reading
Virtual Reality
Written on February 4, 2020 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to swim with sharks, create a sculpture out of thin air, or fly through space? Find out what all the VR buzz is about and head to the Marie Boe Building on Saturday, February 8th from 11am-6pm. Spend the day with Bellingham’s Heady Virtual Reality and choose from Continue Reading
New Loop Trail Open at John O. Linde Community Park
Written on January 31, 2020 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
Island Rec has some good news to share… We are excited to announce that a new, paved one-mile loop trail surrounding John O. Linde Community Park has been completed and is now open for you to enjoy! Bring your friends and go for a stroll! Please remember that if your friends are of the canine Continue Reading
Performer Applications Now Being Accepted for SJC Fair 2020
Written on January 31, 2020 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
Planning is underway for the San Juan County Fair August 12-15, 2020 and we are hoping you want to be part of the show. Are you a local musician, magician, or meandering minstrel? A performing artist, aspiring pop singer or puppeteer? We know first-hand that San Juan County has lots of talent, so if you Continue Reading
Annual Garden Fever Party
Written on January 30, 2020 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Join the San Juan Island Garden Club on February 4th at the Mullis Center Craft Room, for a party and open house from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. The only cost is for optional raffle tickets. Start your morning with a beverage and “goody” 10:30 “Whats Hot for 2020” Julie’s Nursery 11:30 “House Plants” Ziah Continue Reading
Island Rec –Off Island Teen Trips – Grades 6-8
Written on January 28, 2020 at 8:10 am, by Tim Dustrude
Join Island Rec for a series of off island teen trips. First up is the YMCA Climbing Wall in Bellingham on February 17th. First timers and seasoned climbers are welcome to join us as we head up to the Whatcom Family YMCA in Bellingham to take on the tallest indoor climbing wall in the Pacific Continue Reading
Know Your Island Walk
Written on January 25, 2020 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Don’t forget – this is happening today – The first Know Your Island Walk of the new year will be on Saturday, January 25, from 1:00 to 4:00 pm, starting at American Camp’s Redoubt. Mike Vouri, retired National Park historian, will lead this walk — as he did the very first walk in the series Continue Reading
Winter Birding Workshop
Written on January 22, 2020 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Whale Museum is holding a “Winter Birding Workshop in the San Juans” in partnership with San Juan Islands Audubon. Taking place the weekend of February 7-9, 2020, the intent is to increase birding skills through field trips and presentations. This workshop is ideal for those wishing to continue their education as a naturalist or Continue Reading
Know Your Island Walk
Written on January 21, 2020 at 7:17 am, by Tim Dustrude
The first Know Your Island Walk of the new year will be on Saturday, January 25, from 1:00 to 4:00 pm, starting at American Camp’s Redoubt. Mike Vouri, retired National Park historian, will lead this walk — as he did the very first walk in the series in January 2011. The Redoubt, a military defensive Continue Reading
Lego Camp
Written on January 20, 2020 at 7:28 am, by Tim Dustrude
Jedi Engineering with LEGO The Force Awakens in this introductory engineering course for young Jedi. Explore engineering principles as we construct the Ewok Village on Endor, fly through space on our X-Wings, and defend the Echo Base on Hoth. Create motorized and architectural projects with imagination and engineering to defeat the Empire. An instructor from Continue Reading
Futsal
Written on January 18, 2020 at 5:37 am, by Tim Dustrude
Island Rec is excited to announce that they are offering another installment of Futsal. Join Coach Randy Martin for skills work and games in this fast paced, dynamic indoor soccer game. Sessions are held Saturday afternoons at the Fair Building; February 1st – 29th for ages 8-18. Ages 8-10 play 11:00am-12:00 pm Ages 11-14 play Continue Reading
News from SJC Fairgrounds
Written on January 16, 2020 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
New year, new events! There will be a lot to look forward to in 2020 at the Fairgrounds, so mark your calendars and save the date! Join us for a day of real life fun in the Marie Boe Building with VR games brought to you by Heady Virtual Reality on Saturday, February 8th from Continue Reading
Third Saturday Contra Dance
Written on January 12, 2020 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
Our caller this month is Amy Wimmer from Seattle. Amy and her husband Tom run the weekly dance at the Phinney Ridge Community Center, and Amy is a master at providing folks with a good time! The band this month is our own Spuds, who you’ve seen playing at the farmers market and other local Continue Reading
Economy, Environment and Health Benefit from Trails, Two New Studies Show
Written on January 10, 2020 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
This just in from the Washington State Recreation & Conservation Office… Executive Summary OLYMPIA–Trails contribute more than $8.2 billion to the state’s economy, according to companion studies released today by the Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office. Done in collaboration with Washington Trails Association, Washington Bikes, and the University of Washington, the studies look at Continue Reading
New LEGO Club at the Library
Written on January 9, 2020 at 12:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Do you know an elementary school child who loves building with LEGOS? We do! The San Juan Island Library and San Juan Island 4-H are happy to announce a special LEGO Club this winter for children in grades K-5th. The LEGO Club will meet weekly in the Library meeting room afterschool on Thursdays for six Continue Reading
Advance Camping Reservations for Year-Round Residents
Written on January 7, 2020 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan County Parks Camping Reservation Information for Year-Round Residents San Juan County Parks & Fair is again offering advance camping reservations for people who reside in our county year ‘round! Choose from San Juan County Park, San Juan County Fairgrounds (RVs only), Odlin County Park, and Shaw County Park for any dates in 2020. Continue Reading