Winter Birds
The San Juan Islands are known for a vast variety of wildlife. Most people know about the orcas, the humpback and gray whales that are frequenting the waters of the Salish Sea and the foxes and deer seen roaming on …
The San Juan Islands are known for a vast variety of wildlife. Most people know about the orcas, the humpback and gray whales that are frequenting the waters of the Salish Sea and the foxes and deer seen roaming on …
Even the crankiest curmudgeon or anti-Christmas person cannot deny the charm that Friday Harbor oozes during the Holidays! The whole town is decked out in colorful decorations and miles of twinkly lights!
When you come in on that ferry you …
I am often asked how I take care of my shopping living on San Juan Island. Most people refer to grocery and essential shopping like toiletries and cleaning supplies. They are curious to find out how often we will go …
Parking can be challenging but certainly not impossible in downtown Friday Harbor. We don’t have parking meters but we do have strictly enforced parking times. Our parking enforcement officer Matt is quite nice and he is very careful about doing …
San Juan Island is a very pet friendly place. All pets must be on a leash so you don’t have to worry about your dog getting accosted by someone’s not so friendly dog. We have many hiking trails and beaches …
I find the lure of the sea irresistible. I love the smell of the sea. I love cruising, whether in a sailboat or a powerboat. I don’t get seasick. I’m fascinated by the maps and charts. I love the intricacies …
A once a year event, the San Juan County Fair brings back many nostalgic memories for islanders. The fairground is in Friday Harbor on Argyle, within a reasonable walk from the ferries. It starts with volunteer groups of parents and …
In many markets across the country, the number of buyers searching for their dream homes greatly outnumbers the amount of homes for sale. This has led to a competitive marketplace where buyers often need to stand out. One way to …
I think the phrase I hear the most on San Juan Island is “it’s the Island.”
It’s the phrase that describes the breathtaking sight of a bald eagle flying over your house or a red fox peeking through grass at …
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