Topic: Recreation
Call for Trailblazers!
Written on October 2, 2019 at 10:01 am, by Tim Dustrude
Starting THIS WEEKEND, Oct 5 & 6, your Land Bank stewards will kick off trail work on the new mountain bike trail on Mount Grant. This is a great opportunity for high school students to earn volunteer hours for a SJI Service Scholarship, so be sure to pass on the call for volunteers to any Continue Reading
Island Rec Adult Drop-in Programs
Written on October 1, 2019 at 9:13 am, by Tim Dustrude
Island Rec’s evening drop-in programs begin this week at Turnbull Gym. Now that it’s getting cooler outside, join us for some indoor fitness. Beginning 09/30/2019 at Turnbull Gym: Monday 7:30-9:30pm – Ping Pong & Pickleball Tuesdays – 7:30-9:30pm – Basketball Wednesdays 7:30-9:30pm –Badminton & Ping Pong Thursdays – 7:30-9:30pm – Pickleball &Volleyball All participants must Continue Reading
Fall Afternoon in the Park
Written on September 27, 2019 at 9:04 am, by Tim Dustrude
Louise Dustrude shares this photo of a beautiful fall afternoon at John O. Linde Community Park. Thanks for sharing mom!
Park Announces Closure of American Camp Visitor Center
Written on September 25, 2019 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island National Historical Park announces its closure of the American Camp Visitor Center effective, September 23rd, 2019. The closing of the visitor center is in preparation of the construction of a new, permanent facility on the site. A double-wide trailer has served the park and millions of visitors over 42 years, and a Continue Reading
Food and Art for the Fall Family Art Days at SJIMA
Written on September 24, 2019 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Families of all ages can explore making art of, or with food! The San Juan Islands Museum of Art‘s (SJIMA) Fall Family Art Days begin Saturday, September 28, from noon to 5:00 pm, at 540 Spring Street. The classes are upstairs on the second floor. Children and their family members create entertaining and interesting projects Continue Reading
Messy Me
Written on September 19, 2019 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Island Rec – Messy Me Do you have a tactile toddler who just wants to touch everything? Here’s their chance to explore to their heart’s content! Messy Me returns on Friday, September 27, from 2-3:30pm at the Friday Harbor Elementary School gym. There will be sensory bins filled with all sorts of interesting textures and Continue Reading
Island Rec – Back to Fitness
Written on September 13, 2019 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Join Casey Wade and Morgan Johnston, Tuesdays and Thursdays this Fall for a 6 week, back to fitness boot camp at John O. Linde Community Park. This class runs from September 24 – October 31st, 8:20-9:10am. We will focus on body-weight workouts, and meeting you wherever you’re at in your fitness journey. All Abilities and Continue Reading
Fall Open House Saturday at Zylstra Lake Preserve
Written on September 7, 2019 at 6:04 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Saturday, September 7, the San Juan County Land Bank and San Juan Preservation Trust board members and staff are hosting another open house at the preserve from 10am until 4pm. Walk the preserve, hear what we’ve learned from some our ecological assessments – including wildlife, wetlands, and water quality – AND share your vision! Directions: Continue Reading
Island Rec- Fall Youth Dance Classes
Written on September 6, 2019 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
This fall Island Rec is offering 2 new dance classes taught by Rachelle Radonski! Rachelle has been teaching tap, jazz, ballet, hip hop, and lyrical dance for 24 years. She has also designed multiple programs for organizations such as the Boys and Girls Club and the YMCA. Her passion and love of teaching makes her Continue Reading
Island Senior: Ongoing Classes and Groups at the Mullis Center
Written on August 31, 2019 at 5:51 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Island Senior is a regular column on the San Juan Update written by Peggy Sue McRae… Even while we cherish our late summer days there is a twist to the seasons this time of year. Kids head back to school and while I’ve been out of school for a long time I still feel the Continue Reading
Fall Open House at Zylstra Lake Preserve
Written on August 29, 2019 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan County Land Bank and San Juan Preservation Trust board members and staff are hosting another open house at the preserve where you can walk the preserve, hear what we’ve learned from our ecological assessments – including wildlife, wetlands, and water quality – AND share your vision! Saturday, September 7th from 10am to Continue Reading
September Native Plant Sales from the Salish Seeds Project
Written on August 29, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to purchase locally grown wildflowers native to San Juan County! The Land Bank is hosting three sales in September featuring native plants produced by the Salish Seeds Project. Nursery gates will open to the public September 8th on San Juan Island, with pop-up sales Sept. 21 on Lopez and Sept. Continue Reading
Hosted Excursion
Written on August 29, 2019 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Whatcom Dahlia Society Show and Garden Spot Nursery Dahlias are easy to grow. There is a huge range of colors and forms and they can be enjoyed in abundance from mid-July until the first frost. They come in all colors of the Rainbow and are FUN! The Annual Dahlia Show, open to the public and Continue Reading
Photographic Shenanigans
Written on August 28, 2019 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Story by Louise Dustrude The library booth at the Fair was the scene of some photographic shenanigans for four days last week. Beth Helstien, the library’s outreach and volunteer coordinator, snapped photos of fairgoers and then used the Green Screen Wizard app to fit their faces into pictures on the covers of well known books. Continue Reading
Cub Scouts Join Night
Written on August 28, 2019 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Come and join the Cub Scouts! When: this Thursday evening 6:30 pm to 8 pm Where: in the basement of the American Legion Post on First Street Who: boys and girls grades K-5 Why: to bond with your child in a structured and safe character building environment Contact Unit Commissioner Eric Stone for more details Continue Reading
New Island Rec Swim Class
Written on August 26, 2019 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Island Rec is offering a new installment of swim lessons this fall for various ages and skill levels. Our featured class is: All Swim (Ages 6+). The only prerequisite of this class is a desire to be a better swimmer. Multiple instructors take your child to the next level. There is structured time for water Continue Reading
State Recruiting Members to Serve on the Recreation and Conservation Funding Board
Written on August 25, 2019 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
OLYMPIA–The Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office is recruiting for two new members for its Recreation and Conservation Funding Board, which awards grants to improve parks, trails, boating amenities and access to shorelines. It also awards grants to conserve working lands, such as farms and forests, and to protect pristine wildlife and natural areas. During Continue Reading
Author Event at the Library
Written on August 23, 2019 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Scent Keeper by Erica Bauermeister San Juan Island fans of Northwest author Erica Bauermeister take note: She’s returning to the island on Wednesday, August 28, 7:00 pm at the Library to present her latest novel, The Scent Keeper. Griffin Bay Bookstore and the San Juan Island Library are thrilled to host Erica again and Continue Reading
America’s Boating Course
Written on August 23, 2019 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Fall edition of America’s Boating Course will be starting September 11th and running for four Wednesday evenings at Skagit Valley College from 6:30-9:30 pm. This is a good way to get the Washington State Boaters Education Card and we include On-the-Water-Training as part of the course. A comprehensive boating information manual is also included Continue Reading
13th Annual Concours d’Élégance
Written on August 21, 2019 at 8:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Time to put away your Fair ribbons and head to San Juan Vineyard, THIS Saturday, August 24 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm, for the 13th annual Concours d’Élégance. This year, the Concours will include the raffle of a Tesla (child’s size) electric vehicle and silent auction of car memorabilia. Lunch will be served under Continue Reading
San Juan County Fair Update Regarding Turtles at the Carnival
Written on August 17, 2019 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Near closing time on Thursday evening, County Fair staff received a report that small turtles were being distributed as a prize in one of Paradise Amusements’ carnival games and that some of the turtles were being mistreated by the recipients. Friday morning, staff investigated the situation with the carnival manager and with SJC Sherriff’s Office Continue Reading
Channel Your Inner Rock Star
Written on August 10, 2019 at 7:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Come Sing Rock Classics and Hits with Members of the Chameleons, Desolation Sound, and Special Guests. Tired of only singing your favorite songs in the car? Are you ready to belt your heart out live? Well, here’s your chance to live out your rock star dreams, Sign up by Thursday, August 15th at 4:00pm in Continue Reading
Call for Trailblazers!
Written on October 2, 2019 at 10:01 am, by Tim Dustrude
Starting THIS WEEKEND, Oct 5 & 6, your Land Bank stewards will kick off trail work on the new mountain bike trail on Mount Grant. This is a great opportunity for high school students to earn volunteer hours for a SJI Service Scholarship, so be sure to pass on the call for volunteers to any Continue Reading
Island Rec Adult Drop-in Programs
Written on October 1, 2019 at 9:13 am, by Tim Dustrude
Island Rec’s evening drop-in programs begin this week at Turnbull Gym. Now that it’s getting cooler outside, join us for some indoor fitness. Beginning 09/30/2019 at Turnbull Gym: Monday 7:30-9:30pm – Ping Pong & Pickleball Tuesdays – 7:30-9:30pm – Basketball Wednesdays 7:30-9:30pm –Badminton & Ping Pong Thursdays – 7:30-9:30pm – Pickleball &Volleyball All participants must Continue Reading
Fall Afternoon in the Park
Written on September 27, 2019 at 9:04 am, by Tim Dustrude
Louise Dustrude shares this photo of a beautiful fall afternoon at John O. Linde Community Park. Thanks for sharing mom!
Park Announces Closure of American Camp Visitor Center
Written on September 25, 2019 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island National Historical Park announces its closure of the American Camp Visitor Center effective, September 23rd, 2019. The closing of the visitor center is in preparation of the construction of a new, permanent facility on the site. A double-wide trailer has served the park and millions of visitors over 42 years, and a Continue Reading
Food and Art for the Fall Family Art Days at SJIMA
Written on September 24, 2019 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Families of all ages can explore making art of, or with food! The San Juan Islands Museum of Art‘s (SJIMA) Fall Family Art Days begin Saturday, September 28, from noon to 5:00 pm, at 540 Spring Street. The classes are upstairs on the second floor. Children and their family members create entertaining and interesting projects Continue Reading
Messy Me
Written on September 19, 2019 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Island Rec – Messy Me Do you have a tactile toddler who just wants to touch everything? Here’s their chance to explore to their heart’s content! Messy Me returns on Friday, September 27, from 2-3:30pm at the Friday Harbor Elementary School gym. There will be sensory bins filled with all sorts of interesting textures and Continue Reading
Island Rec – Back to Fitness
Written on September 13, 2019 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Join Casey Wade and Morgan Johnston, Tuesdays and Thursdays this Fall for a 6 week, back to fitness boot camp at John O. Linde Community Park. This class runs from September 24 – October 31st, 8:20-9:10am. We will focus on body-weight workouts, and meeting you wherever you’re at in your fitness journey. All Abilities and Continue Reading
Fall Open House Saturday at Zylstra Lake Preserve
Written on September 7, 2019 at 6:04 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Saturday, September 7, the San Juan County Land Bank and San Juan Preservation Trust board members and staff are hosting another open house at the preserve from 10am until 4pm. Walk the preserve, hear what we’ve learned from some our ecological assessments – including wildlife, wetlands, and water quality – AND share your vision! Directions: Continue Reading
Island Rec- Fall Youth Dance Classes
Written on September 6, 2019 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
This fall Island Rec is offering 2 new dance classes taught by Rachelle Radonski! Rachelle has been teaching tap, jazz, ballet, hip hop, and lyrical dance for 24 years. She has also designed multiple programs for organizations such as the Boys and Girls Club and the YMCA. Her passion and love of teaching makes her Continue Reading
Island Senior: Ongoing Classes and Groups at the Mullis Center
Written on August 31, 2019 at 5:51 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Island Senior is a regular column on the San Juan Update written by Peggy Sue McRae… Even while we cherish our late summer days there is a twist to the seasons this time of year. Kids head back to school and while I’ve been out of school for a long time I still feel the Continue Reading
Fall Open House at Zylstra Lake Preserve
Written on August 29, 2019 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan County Land Bank and San Juan Preservation Trust board members and staff are hosting another open house at the preserve where you can walk the preserve, hear what we’ve learned from our ecological assessments – including wildlife, wetlands, and water quality – AND share your vision! Saturday, September 7th from 10am to Continue Reading
September Native Plant Sales from the Salish Seeds Project
Written on August 29, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to purchase locally grown wildflowers native to San Juan County! The Land Bank is hosting three sales in September featuring native plants produced by the Salish Seeds Project. Nursery gates will open to the public September 8th on San Juan Island, with pop-up sales Sept. 21 on Lopez and Sept. Continue Reading
Hosted Excursion
Written on August 29, 2019 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Whatcom Dahlia Society Show and Garden Spot Nursery Dahlias are easy to grow. There is a huge range of colors and forms and they can be enjoyed in abundance from mid-July until the first frost. They come in all colors of the Rainbow and are FUN! The Annual Dahlia Show, open to the public and Continue Reading
Photographic Shenanigans
Written on August 28, 2019 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Story by Louise Dustrude The library booth at the Fair was the scene of some photographic shenanigans for four days last week. Beth Helstien, the library’s outreach and volunteer coordinator, snapped photos of fairgoers and then used the Green Screen Wizard app to fit their faces into pictures on the covers of well known books. Continue Reading
Cub Scouts Join Night
Written on August 28, 2019 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Come and join the Cub Scouts! When: this Thursday evening 6:30 pm to 8 pm Where: in the basement of the American Legion Post on First Street Who: boys and girls grades K-5 Why: to bond with your child in a structured and safe character building environment Contact Unit Commissioner Eric Stone for more details Continue Reading
New Island Rec Swim Class
Written on August 26, 2019 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Island Rec is offering a new installment of swim lessons this fall for various ages and skill levels. Our featured class is: All Swim (Ages 6+). The only prerequisite of this class is a desire to be a better swimmer. Multiple instructors take your child to the next level. There is structured time for water Continue Reading
State Recruiting Members to Serve on the Recreation and Conservation Funding Board
Written on August 25, 2019 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
OLYMPIA–The Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office is recruiting for two new members for its Recreation and Conservation Funding Board, which awards grants to improve parks, trails, boating amenities and access to shorelines. It also awards grants to conserve working lands, such as farms and forests, and to protect pristine wildlife and natural areas. During Continue Reading
Author Event at the Library
Written on August 23, 2019 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Scent Keeper by Erica Bauermeister San Juan Island fans of Northwest author Erica Bauermeister take note: She’s returning to the island on Wednesday, August 28, 7:00 pm at the Library to present her latest novel, The Scent Keeper. Griffin Bay Bookstore and the San Juan Island Library are thrilled to host Erica again and Continue Reading
America’s Boating Course
Written on August 23, 2019 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Fall edition of America’s Boating Course will be starting September 11th and running for four Wednesday evenings at Skagit Valley College from 6:30-9:30 pm. This is a good way to get the Washington State Boaters Education Card and we include On-the-Water-Training as part of the course. A comprehensive boating information manual is also included Continue Reading
13th Annual Concours d’Élégance
Written on August 21, 2019 at 8:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Time to put away your Fair ribbons and head to San Juan Vineyard, THIS Saturday, August 24 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm, for the 13th annual Concours d’Élégance. This year, the Concours will include the raffle of a Tesla (child’s size) electric vehicle and silent auction of car memorabilia. Lunch will be served under Continue Reading
San Juan County Fair Update Regarding Turtles at the Carnival
Written on August 17, 2019 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Near closing time on Thursday evening, County Fair staff received a report that small turtles were being distributed as a prize in one of Paradise Amusements’ carnival games and that some of the turtles were being mistreated by the recipients. Friday morning, staff investigated the situation with the carnival manager and with SJC Sherriff’s Office Continue Reading
Channel Your Inner Rock Star
Written on August 10, 2019 at 7:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Come Sing Rock Classics and Hits with Members of the Chameleons, Desolation Sound, and Special Guests. Tired of only singing your favorite songs in the car? Are you ready to belt your heart out live? Well, here’s your chance to live out your rock star dreams, Sign up by Thursday, August 15th at 4:00pm in Continue Reading