Saturday, September 23, 1 to 7 p.m. at Orcas Center’s Live Music Outback Stage “Reclaim the Rock,” aka Silly Season Cessation Soiree, is a mini-music festival outdoors behind Orcas Center, at Orcas Center’s new Outback Stage near the Storage Building. By Islanders, for Islanders! The lineup includes Funk Sway, Dust … Continue reading
— from the office of Gov. Jay Inslee — For many people, the idea of driving a car powered by a battery seems a little risky. While the traditional gasoline and diesel powered vehicle can travel hundreds of miles before requiring a quick stop at a gas station, electric vehicles … Continue reading
All burning is closed except charcoal or propane BBQs for the county. State Parks has additionally shut down the use of charcoal so they are only allowing gas or propane BBQs and cook stoves. — from San Juan County Fire Marshal — As of today, August 31, 2017, there is a … Continue reading
— from Cori Simmons for Department of Natural Resources — The Washington state departments of Natural Resources, Fish and Wildlife and Ecology, along with the Office of the Governor and state Emergency Management Division, signed on to a Memorandum of Agreement, standing up an Incident Command structure to respond to the escape … Continue reading
Saturday, August 26, 3 p.m., OHS Football Field — from Nicole Hill for Orcas Island Kings Football — Come support our Kings Football program this Saturday at 3 p.m. at the Orcas High School Football Field. We will play Friday Harbor in the Junior Division in our first game of the … Continue reading
— by Susan McBain — Biking is big in the San Juans. And the number of bikers is going to keep growing, especially in the summer, says Dan Christopherson, owner of Wildlife Cycles in Eastsound. “First, the number of tourists keeps increasing, and lots of them are bikers—individuals, families and … Continue reading
— from Gray Cope for San Juan Island Sailing Foundation — Local teen sailor, Perham Black, a rising senior on the San Juan Island Youth Sailing Team won the Bellingham Youth Regatta sailing regatta held on Saturday August 5, and Sunday, August 6, 2017. Twenty-five sailors participated in the Laser … Continue reading
— from Hilary Canty — Looking around Orcas this summer, it is hard not to feel the presence of Bob Henigson. A man of many passions, Bob’s legacy is evident in so many of the places that make Orcas so vibrant. In his lifetime, he donated Library Park and with … Continue reading
— from Gwyneth Burrell for Sail Orcas — For the past 25 years, Orcas youth ages 8-18 have been introduced to the sport of sailing through this popular program. Sail Orcas is happy to present this summer program which focuses on teaching sailing skills in a safe, fun environment. The … Continue reading
Tuesday, August 15, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Buck Park — from Kim Ihlenfeldt for Orcas Park and Rec — Softball players entering grades 7th – 12th are invited to participate in the upcoming Softball Clinic at Buck Park. Join UW players Shawna Wright, Madison Schreyer and others on Tuesday, August … Continue reading
Saturday, August 12, Shaw Island — from Peg Gerlock — Sponsored by the San Juan Island Yacht Club, the 47th Annual Shaw Island Classic Sailboat Race will be held Saturday, August 12. All eligible boats and crews are invited to participate. The race starts from Friday Harbor and circumnavigates scenic … Continue reading
— from Barbara Bevens for The San Juan County Fair Board — Did you know that the San Juan County Fair is self-supporting? Indeed, it is the only county entity that is. Funding sources are primarily by grants, sponsorships and donations. The biggest single grant comes from the State of … Continue reading
Saturday, July 29, 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Camp Orkila — from Haley Cruz Winchell — YMCA Camp Orkila would like to invite you to come out and take a ride on our 1000-ft Zip Line. We will be holding Community Zip Day on Saturday, July 29 from 9 a.m. … Continue reading
— from Ashley King for San Juan County Parks — Ever dreamed of waking up with the sound of the ocean right outside your window? Do you enjoy working with others? Then we are looking for you. San Juan County Parks is looking for a camp host with a small … Continue reading