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GUIDE Spring & Summer 2017

TO A DV E N T U R E

Whatever you’re up for – whether camping or canoeing, kayaking or casinos, shopping or restaurants, aviation or the arts – we invite you to open up . . . to life, to adventure, and to discovery. Snohomish County. Open Up.

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Live Life: Go Outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-9 Just minutes north of Seattle, with easy access via I-5, rail, and ferry, Snohomish County lays claim to an impressively diverse collection of geography encompassing urban delights, rural masterpieces, and an endless menu of outdoor options and indoor fun. A perfect launch site for day trips or extended stays, Snohomish County can promise visitors just about anything they desire—from first rate shopping to astounding recreational excursions.

VISITOR INFORMATION CENTERS South Snohomish County Branch at Heritage Park 425-776-3977 19921 Poplar Way (I-5 exit 181) Lynnwood, WA 98036

Visitor Information Center at Future of Flight 425-438-8100 x 236 8415 Paine Field Blvd. (I-5 Exit 189 West) Mukilteo, WA 98275

East Snohomish County Branch 360-862-9609 1301 First Street (I-5 exit 194 to Highway 2) Snohomish, WA 98290

Mountain Biking / Road & Trail Biking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 Bouldering / Rock Climbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7 Sea Kayaking / Whitewater Rafting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9

Unplug & Unwind . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-13 Get Looped: The Mountain and Cascade Loops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Area Attractons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Shopping, Arts & Culture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 South Snohomish County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21-25 Lynnwood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bothell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brier / Mill Creek / Mountlake Terrace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Edmonds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mukilteo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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LIVE LIFE

GO OUTSIDE What if you could step out your front door and skip stones across shimmering Puget Sound with a state ferry and Mount Olympus as your backdrop; and out your backdoor to find yourself wandering through the tall timbers, tumbling falls and towering peaks of the Cascade Mountains? You can. In Snohomish County, there is as much outdoor adventure as you can possibly imagine. It’s real... it’s accessible... and it’s yours for the taking.

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Come here and open up to adventure.


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MOUNTAIN BIKING by Yvonne Kraus

“Snohomish County is blessed to have some of the very best riding terrain in our state.”

Since the 1990s, the popularity of mountain biking has grown tremendously nationwide. Snohomish County is blessed to have some of the very best riding terrain in our state, but the county has been a bit of a “black hole” for mountain bike trails. That is now changing, and mountain bikers have a lot to look forward to. The county is opening several new trails that are sure to put a smile on your face. A new all-levels mountain bike area is under construction at North Mountain just outside of Darrington. Offering a mix of bike trails for all abilities as well as a skills area with jump lines, this new trail system is sure to entertain all members of the family. When completed, North Mountain will offer over 3,200 feet of vertical. It will also include a beginner to advanced skill building area, as well as multiple, thrilling directional descent trails that are well worth the climb! There’s a fire road all the way to the top of North Mountain, offering a unique shuttle service option for downhillers! Lord Hill Regional Park near the city of Snohomish has been a long time favorite Snohomish County riding destination, offering multiple loop trail options and many miles of trails to explore. The Pipeline trail is a central trunk that connects multiple favorite trail routes. As you leave the parking lot on the boardwalk trail, head right on the Beaver Lake trail, which joins with the Pipeline trail for the

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My very first mountain bike ride in Washington State was in 1997 at Wallace Falls. I’ve been hooked ever since and have explored trails around the state! most direct north-south route. The Pipeline will take you by several looped trail options, ponds, old quarry sites, and eventually to the Snohomish River. Along the way, be sure to stop at viewpoint 630, which has an amazing view across the farms along the Snohomish River with the Olympics peaking up above the horizon. All trails in the park are undergoing a redesign effort and riding quality as well as signage should see significant improvements over the next few years. A new awe-inspiring trail straddling Snohomish and King County is opening this summer. Starting from the Jennifer Dunn trailhead at Skykomish, the new Alpine Baldy Trail will give you a solid workout rewarded with high alpine views and a thrilling descent. This trail is unlike anything built in recent years and will elevate mountain biking in the

Before you go: • Find a trail that suits your riding style on the Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance Trail Guide: www.evergreenmtb.org/trails/map. • Check your bike and make sure brakes, tires, and gears are in good working order. • Pack a patch kit, pump, multitool, a spare tube, and your helmet. • Call your friends, meet them at the trailhead, and off you go exploring your favorite county trails.

Skykomish Valley to the top of must-ride places in our region. For a more local experience, head to Paradise Valley in south Snohomish County. You’ll find 11 miles of entertaining trails maintained by local volunteers. The park includes skillbuilding features and has easy access. Paradise Valley offers the perfect after-work fat tire entertainment. Snohomish County dirt riders have a lot to be proud of, and with several new projects in the works, expect a lot of new bikes on trails and more smiles in the woods. Visit a local bike dealer to learn more, and then grab your bike and truly experience Snohomish County’s outdoor recreation magic. See you on the trails!

• After the ride, support your nearest café, restaurant, or brewery to share your stories, recharge, and rehydrate. • North Mountain Trail: www.evergreenmtb. org/trails/darrington-north-mountain. • Lord Hill Regional Park: http://www. evergreenmtb.org/trails/lord-hill-regionalpark. • Paradise Valley: www.evergreenmtb.org/ trails/paradise-valley. • Map of Lord Hill Regional Park: snohomishcountywa.gov/DocumentCenter/ View/9711

ROAD & TRAIL BIKING by Kristin Kinnamon

From wide-open, multi-use trails to quiet roads and welcoming towns, road and trail biking is a great activity to enjoy in Snohomish County. The paved Centennial Trail is for all kinds of bikes and riders. About half a million people use the Centennial Trail each year – it is Snohomish County’s busiest park. Spread those people out over 30 miles, with a few small towns to explore along the way, and the Centennial rarely seems crowded. A great section for families with kids starts at the Getchell Trailhead off Highway 9 in Lake Stevens. In less than two miles, you arrive at Lake Cassidy. It’s a small wetland lake that supports fish, frogs, and the things that eat them (such as fishermen and eagles). There’s always something to see – we’ve played with the ice and watched bald eagles on a winter day, or enjoyed the flowering lily pads and dragonflies in summer. The trail gets less busy the further north you go. Legion Memorial Park in downtown Arlington offers parking, restrooms, picnic areas and fun public art. Several restaurants in town have good comfort food, and if you have some carrying capacity, do some thrift store shopping. There’s not much in the eight miles of trail between Arlington and the Skagit County line – that is if you don’t count trees, open fields and raptors, a chance to cool off in Pilchuck Creek, or the Bryant Store for a mid-trip snack. The end of the trail at the Nakashima Barn has parking, porta-potties and Japanese-American history. Ten times more bicyclists than walkers use this section of trail.


Enjoy an unhurried ride along our family-friendly paved trails. You can connect the southern start of the Centennial with the northern end of the Interurban Trail via a nice on-road bike route along the Snohomish River. The Interurban Trail lives up to its name by connecting King and Snohomish counties on a 24-mile mostly separated path. The paved trail between north Seattle and Everett passes right by the major shopping centers at Alderwood and Everett Mall. Silver Lake is a family friendly stop a few blocks off the Interurban – instead of crossing under 112th Street, go up onto the road and use the bike lane or sidewalk to cross I-5 and connect to the Thornton Sullivan Park. The park features beach access, covered picnic areas, a disc golf course, restrooms and a play area. The Scriber Creek Trail provides a pedestrian connection for Interurban travelers at the Lynnwood Transit Center. A 1.5 mile softsurface path leads to Scriber Lake Park. The park features 22 acres of wetland habitat. An amphitheater is nestled deep in the forest, and features popular summer evening

Before you go: • If you want to go faster than the trail speed limit of 15 mph, or if you want to take a different way back, there are many back roads and common bike routes. Search one of the online mapping apps or see the Snohomish County Bike Map for ideas at http://commtrans.org/bikes/#BikeMaps. • Public transit can also connect you to a trail. The Interurban passes by transit hubs in Lynnwood and at Everett Mall. Community Transit serves stops near

performances of Shakespeare in the Park. Further south, the Lakeview Trail connects to peaceful Lake Ballinger Park. Head east from the Interurban at 228th Street for less than a mile on the path. The 105-acre lake is inviting to windsurfers, paddlers, birders and other outdoor recreationists. Bring a snack or lunch to enjoy as you relax in expansive green space. Things to Know: • Bike shops near the Centennial are in Snohomish and Arlington. The Interurban Trail is close to several Lynnwood and Everett bike shops. • Horseback riders are allowed on several sections of the Centennial, generally on a separate side path. It’s good to slow down and say “hello” to make sure you don’t spook the horse. The horseman will indicate if you should come to a stop while they pass. • The unpaved Whitehorse Trail is open for six miles west of Darrington, to Swede Haven Road off Highway 530. Other sections of the trail are cleared but not yet officially open. trailheads in Arlington, Lake Stevens, and Snohomish. • Download a map of the Interurban Trail: snohomishcountywa.gov/ DocumentCenter/View/9685 • Snohomish County is a perfect bike overnight destination for Seattle and Eastside. You can do a “sub-24” to Everett or Snohomish, or add miles or time and make it to Arlington and north. Motels and some camping are close to the trails. Spring & Summer 2017 SNOHOMISH COUNTY

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BOULDERING by Pablo Zuleta

“When it comes to bouldering in the Pacific Northwest, the Skykomish Valley is hard to beat.” The Skykomish Valley is home to over 900 boulder problems (aka climbs) on arguably some of the world’s best rock texture. The rock is very dense, appropriately featured, and sticky, not to mention the aesthetic of the peppered black and white granite (granodiorite). For those same reasons, the rock was quarried during the 1920s and later used for construction around the Puget Sound. One of the most notable projects produced the steps of the State Capitol Building in Olympia. Bouldering in the Sky Valley likely began in 1982 when rope climbers began practicing techniques on the boulders under the Index Lower Town Walls. In 1985, Bob Buckley, a strong local climber, took bouldering to the next level and began putting up more difficult first ascents with a focus on pure bouldering.

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One of the first boulders Buckley found for bouldering is located at milepost 32.3 on U.S. Hwy 2. He named the boulder “Zekes Boulder” and established 10 excellent problems, which many climbers still enjoy today. Today, the Sky Valley is home to over 20 bouldering areas and a handful of world-class problems, such as Built to Last (V8), King Slayer (V13), and Midnite (V9). Some of these problems have captured the attention of the national climbing community and have even been featured in the short films produced by professional climbers. In part to bouldering, people both locally and nationally are discovering the quality of outdoor recreation in the Sky Valley.

Things to Know Bouldering is a form of minimalist rock climbing influenced by gymnastics. Climbs are referred to as “problems” and are often short (≈15 feet), powerful, and technical. Climbers ascend the problems by using complex body movements, using gymnastic chalk and climbing shoes to increase friction. Thick foam pads are laid under the climbs for fall protection. The Hueco “V” Scale is used to grade the difficulty of a climb, ranging from easiest, V0, to hardest, V16. The sport has rapidly gained global popularity and is often practiced at rock climbing gyms.

Before you go: • Bouldering requires unique skills and strength. It is best to practice at a local gym before heading outside. • Check out the Backyard Granite Films about local bouldering. • Take a lesson at a rock climbing gym near you. • Visit www.WesternWashingtonBouldering. com for local information. • Stop at milepost 32.3 on U.S. Hwy 2 to see Zekes Boulder.

• Pick up a climbing guidebook to find the bouldering areas. • Check the Washington Climbers Coalition website: www.washingtonclimbers.org. • Visit www.MountainProject.com for general information. • Flip through a climbing magazine like Rock and Ice or Climbing. • Attend an REI “Gym to Crag” Presentation at Seattle Bouldering Project.

ROCK CLIMBING by Matt Perkins

“From atop Mount Index, the views of the Snohomish River and surrounding peaks are stunning.”

The nearby town of Index is just off U.S. Hwy 2, slightly over an hour from the Seattle-Everett metropolitan area. The Lower Town Wall is about one mile southwest of Index on Reiter Road, where a five-minute walk leads to over a hundred routes ranging from 5.6 to 5.13. A good trail leads to the Upper Town Wall, with trad and sport climbs up to 700 feet high. Spring and fall may offer ideal conditions with moderate temperatures and, while a few steeper climbs remain dry in damp weather, others dry quickly. Many climbers visit Index year-round. Find information at www. mountainproject.com and www.rakkup.com. Another granite climbing area is found near the town of Darrington, on Highway 530 in the North Cascades. Less well known, this area features granite domes and slabby cliffs in wild mountain valleys, which offer a taste of wilderness on day trips from Puget Sound. Approaches to Darrington climbs can be adventurous. For their first visit to Darrington, most climbers will want to go to Three O’Clock Rock, in Clear Creek, because it is served by a real trail and it has the greatest concentration


The area local climbers call “Index” was once described in the British climbing magazine Mountain as one of the 10 best crags in North America. I would agree. Spectacular climbs range from 40 feet to 700 feet high on fine-grained granite featuring splitter cracks, knobby faces, crimpy edges, and the occasional slab. There is some darn fine bouldering there, too. The views of the Snohomish River Valley and surrounding peaks are stunning.

of routes. The climbs are rated 5.6 to 5.11 and range from a half pitch to seven pitches long. Across the valley, Exfoliation Dome is a small “peak” with climbs up to 1,100 feet high on Witch Doctor Wall. To the west, Squire Creek

Wall has climbs of up to 23 pitches, but most are 7 to 10 pitches with a mix of slabs and steeper, knobby faces. For information, see www.moutainproject.com and www.mattsea. com/Darr.

Before you go: Index • Can be crowded on weekends, but you’ll be alone at some of the satellite cliffs. • Many climbs really bake in hot weather. • Limited services, but the general store in Index has snacks and cold drinks and the Outdoor Adventure Center has coffee, beer and showers. • 70-meter ropes are helpful on many of the climbs. • Car prowling occurs; don’t leave valuables in your car. • Expect traffic delays heading west on Hwy 2 from Index Sunday afternoon-early evening.

Darrington • Crags are rarely crowded, though Three O’clock Rock can be busy at times. • Many climbs really bake in hot weather. • Darrington has restaurants, groceries, a brewery and a coffee shop. • Two ropes are needed to rappel from most climbs. • Black flies can be pesky in Darrington for two or three weeks mid-season. • Climbs do not have cell service.


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SEA KAYAKING:

JETTY ISLAND TO STEAMBOAT SLOUGH by Christian Knight

Hundreds of miles of jagged coastline makes sea kayaking a constant joy to behold.

One of the most convenient half-day adventures for both of these ends is the route that begins at downtown Everett’s 10th Street Boat Ramp and journeys into the Steamboat and Union sloughs. This route is more of an immersion into the aquatic present and industrial past of Snohomish County, rather than an escape from it. Along the way, paddlers will glide along the eastern shore of Jetty Island, an island that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers built with riprap and Snohomish River sediment. Along this shoreline, dozens of curious seals and sea lions absorb the summer sunshine, feast on fish and follow sea kayakers. This can be exhilarating – and a little unnerving. If you feel the need for an escape, head north to the sunken ships – seven barnacle-covered freight-ships. Even in the middle of a sunny, summer afternoon, the feeling here is ominous and suggestive of Everett’s industrial past. From here into Steamboat Slough, you are paddling through the hunting grounds of Great Blue Heron, Cormorant and other avian hunters. With the exception of Interstate 5 to the east, it feels like a setting for Jurassic Park, where prehistoric creatures – yes, small

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The open secret of Snohomish County sea kayaking is its trove of sloughs, deltas and bays: Tulalip Bay, Steamboat Slough, Union Slough, Hat Slough, the deltas of the Snohomish River and the Stillaguamish River. All of these destinations provide ample opportunities for exploration and observation.

ones – stalk their prey. The heron hunt from the shallows. The Cormorant hunt from the dead heads that protrude from the estuary’s bottom. The seals and sea lions will follow sea kayakers up here, as well. Bordering these hunting grounds is a civilization in transition – the Seacrest Marina, bark, composting and topsoil yard on the south side and the

tidelands to the north. Steamboat Slough, Union Slough and the Snohomish River all offer variations of the same estuary experience. In fact, if you paddle far enough upstream, they connect to each other, creating possibilities for a one-way experience of intertwining loops – if you set a shuttle vehicle at the other end.

For Consideration: Paddling downtown certainly has its benefits – a plethora of parks, pubs and restaurants are all nearby, including Anthony’s Homeport and Scuttlebutt Brewery. But if solitude is what you seek, Snohomish County can accommodate that, too. • Tulalip Bay, to the north, is a favorite Snohomish County sea kayaking destination for its protected water and more natural setting. • If you like open water crossings, try navigating to privately owned Hat Island, which is centered around Hat Island Golf Club. • Kayak Point Park is a great put-in for a coastline adventure.

• Winds can change dramatically and with little warning around Jetty Island. Watch the forecast and develop a contingency plan in case the winds are overwhelming. • Take time to understand how the tides will affect your adventure. Not only will this save you a significant amount of frustration, it will also ensure your safety. Possession Sound notoriously is shallow and thus, highly subject to the tides. Check www.deepzoom.com for tide, ebb and flood information. • Plan for the worst. An unplanned capsize can turn a hot, summer day into a hypothermic one. Wear the right clothes.

WHITEWATER:

SKYKOMISH, STILLAGUAMISH & SAUK by Christian Knight

If you could have one river on which to paddle whitewater, the Skykomish, near Index, might be that river. The polished granite boulders that frame its riverbed create a whitewater run that is as beautiful as it is diverse. The Sky features more than 20 rapids that range in difficulty from Class II to Class IV and in character from technical boulder gardens to big water-style wave trains. It’s biggest, most famous and respected rapid, Boulder Drop, is a good mix of both of these characteristics. It’s long, dramatic, and like a good story, it is divided into a beginning, middle and end. And like the rest of the river, paddlers run it from levels as low as 300 cubic feet per second – that’s the water level you might expect in August during a drought year – up to 40,000 cubic feet per second, which is how high the river climbs during the rainy season’s wettest storms. Of course the paddler’s experience varies dramatically at each end of these water levels. From 300 cubic feet per second to 2,000 cubic feet per second, the Sky is slow and low. The highlight is the geologic museum of polished granite boulders that emerge when the water level recedes below 1,000 cubic feet per second. This typically happens only during the waning weeks of summer. At 40,000 cubic feet per second, the slowgoing current of late summer morphs into

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When the Cascade Mountain Range is in your backyard, white water rushing to the sea is pretty easy to find and enjoy.

a no-margin-for-error ride of a lifetime. At these flows, you can hear the smaller boulders beneath you rolling and clanking into each other. The eddies burp into boiling geysers in one moment and in another, they gulp into swirling whirlpools. Those museum-worthy

Before you go: Snohomish County is one of the most whitewaterrich counties in Washington, featuring many of the state’s best whitewater rivers – for beginners, intermediates and experts. • One of the state’s best first-timer runs begins at Big Eddy State Park, just east of Gold Bar. Big Eddy State Park is the take-out to the main Skykomish run. This lower run includes several low-consequence riffle rapids and long pools for recovery. The nearest feasible take-out is more than six miles downstream in Sultan. • Intermediate paddlers sharpen their skills on the technical–but not excessively steep– boulder gardens of the Sauk River near Darrington. The most challenging rapid on this run is Class IV Jaws, a steeper, bigger version of the rest of the run.

boulders become liquid tornadoes that punish intruding paddlers with a disorienting violence. Most kayakers prefer to paddle the Skykomish between 2,000 cubic feet per second –considered “low,” and 10,000 cubic feet per second – considered “high.”

• For experts, Robe Canyon on the South Fork of the Stillaguamish, outside of Granite Falls, is the backyard Class V favorite. This committing canyon forces Class V paddlers to navigate through a score of steep, powerful rapids. • For information about logistics and water levels for these rivers, visit www.professorpaddle.com • Never paddle alone. • Always wear a lifejacket, helmet and wetsuit, drytop or drysuit – especially in the fall, winter and spring melt. • Don’t let the warm spring weather fool you – the water temperature in May can be colder than the water temperature in January. Why? Because in May the water is typically 100 percent snowmelt; in January, it is mostly rain runoff. • Be aware of logs – they are incredibly dangerous and can shift. Spring & Summer 2017 SNOHOMISH COUNTY

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UNPLUG & UNWIND

KEEPING IT REAL Snohomish County is nestled between Puget Sound and the Cascade Mountains making access to the great outdoors possible within minutes of our urban centers. Due to its temperate climate, it is the perfect destination for family adventures and outdoor fun throughout the year. Find your adventure here! Scan for more Outdoor experiences.

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Fishing Pier in Mukilteo / Snohomish County Tourism


Snohomish foot path / Snohomish County Tourism

Jetty at Brackett’s Landing / Snohomish County Tourism

Hiking and Biking

Walk, Jog and Cycle

Lowell Riverfront Trail

Nestled in the foothills of the North Cascade Mountains, our hiking and biking trails are a huge draw for visitors. Whether you want to begin with a quick one-hour hike or backpack extensively, the scenery is always stunning. NW Forest Pass required if parking at trail heads. Additional information can be found online at www.snohomish.org/explore/hiking-campingnature, www.snohomish.org/explore/outdooractivities or call 1-888-338-0976.

Our rural roads are highly popular with cyclists, and there are four designated trail systems you won’t want to miss: the Interurban Trail, Centennial Trail, Lowell Riverfront Trail and Langus Riverfront Park and Nature Trail. www. snohomish.org/explore/outdoor-activities/cyclingwalking-jogging

Located in Everett and a perfect mid-day excursion. The 10-ft. wide, 1.75 mile pedestrian trail is accessible just off Lowell River Road near Rotary Park. www.snohomish.org/explore/detail/ lowell-riverfront-trail1

Fire Lookout Hike to a fire lookout with views of the Cascade and Olympic Mountains. Contact Snohomish County Tourism Bureau at 1-888-338-0976.

Waterfall Watch There are over 20 waterfalls worth exploring, one at a time–to cruise by or venture by foot. Try Bridal Veil Falls, visible from US Hwy 2 about 1/4 mile east of the turnoff to Index; Wallace Falls, a 265-foot majestic waterfall near Gold Bar on US 2, with a 7-mile loop trail your entry; and the North Fork Sauk Falls, on the Mountain Loop south from Darrington. www.snohomish.org/explore/hiking-campingnature/waterfalls

Centennial Trail

A perfect family outing, with corn mazes, pumpkin patches, fresh produce and flowers, and lots of activities. Visit www.snohomish.org/ explore/farms-local-products.

A 29-mile trail running from Snohomish to the Skagit County line. This paved trail, built on an abandoned railroad right-of-way, is designated a national recreational trail open to walkers, bikers, bladers and horseback riders. Picnic along the route that frequently parallels the Pilchuck River. Call 425-388-6600. www.centennialtrail.com.

Interurban Trail

Ballooning

An 15.1-mile paved trail from Everett to Lynnwood follows the Interurban Trolley line route that once carried passengers and freight between Everett and Seattle in the early 1900’s. This popular trail is perfect for joggers, rollerbladers, walkers and bikers. The trail is clearly marked with directional and historical signs. www.snohomish.org/explore/detail/ interurban-trail or call Snohomish County Parks at 425-388-6600.

View the rural elegance of Snohomish via a hot air balloon. Contact the Airial Balloon Company at 360-568-3025. www.airialballoon.com.

Friendly Farm Trails & Farmers Markets

Langus Riverfront Park & Nature Trail Birdwatchers and hikers love to frequent the park. A bonus is a paved 3-mile nature trail leading to Spencer Island, an intertidal 413-acre refuge. From Everett, take northbound 529 and exit at 28th place, just north of the Snohomish River Bridge. www.snohomish.org/explore/detail/ langus-riverfront-park-and-nature-trail Spring & Summer 2017 SNOHOMISH COUNTY

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River Rafting / Adventure Cascades

River Rafting Year-round river tours follow the seasonal rhythms of the Cascade and Olympic mountain ranges of Washington state. Spring and summer are the ideal times to partake in customized rafting and camping trips, but winter bald eagle float trips are a spectacular wildlife viewing adventure. For more information, visit www. snohomish.org/explore/outdoor-activities or www.snohomish.org/explore/outdoor-activities/ water-sports

Lake Activities Boating, water skiing, windsurfing, jet skiing, kayaking and swimming are easily accessible at Lake Stevens, the largest lake in the county, with 8 miles of shoreline, sandy beaches and public boat launches. Lake Ballinger, a 100-acre park complex, is also a draw for fishing and canoe paddlers. www.snohomish.org/explore/detail/ lakes-in-snohomish-county

Rock Climbing Two popular climbs in Snohomish County are the Index Town Wall, a 500-foot vertical cliff heralded

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as one of the Northwest’s hottest climbing spots, and Exfoliation Dome and its east flank featuring Witch Doctor Wall, an 1100-ft. face with a 75 degree angle, about 3 miles south of Darrington on the Mountain Loop Highway (Clear Creek Rd. No 2060). Exfoliation Dome’s west flank, Blueberry Hill, is another popular site. For information, call the Darrington Ranger Station, 360-436-1155. www.snohomish.org/explore/ outdoor-activities/thrill-seekers

Fishing Salmon anglers have a heyday in Snohomish County. Charter fishing guides are available from Everett, or there is easy self access from Mukilteo or the Edmonds Fishing Piers. Check for openings on the Stillaguamish and Skykomish Rivers. Trout seekers easily get their prize from local mountain lakes and streams. Lake Stevens covers more than 1,000 acres and is open to year-round fishing. Summertime Kokanee fishing is particularly popular and Lake Stevens is one of Washington’s few lakes that allows chumming. www.snohomish.org/explore/ hiking-camping-nature/fishing-hunting

Snow Sports Planning your spring snow trip? Skiers schuss happily from Thanksgiving to Easter on the Cascades. Stevens Pass is a prime destination and is located just 50 miles east of Everett. With a vertical rise of about 2,000 feet, a dozen lifts and day and night skiing, enthusiasts of all levels will find their perfect slope. Cross-country skiers have 15-miles of readily accessible trails at the Stevens Pass Nordic Center. www. stevenspass.com. Snowmobilers flock to perfect territory just off Highway 2 near Sultan and Index, or hit the groomed snowmobile trails near Darrington. For information, call Washington State Parks, 360-902-8684, www.parks.wa.gov. Snowshoers have countless options here. From a mile-long route along the Pacific Crest Trail, the two-mile crossing toward Grace Lake or the bevy of hikes near Stevens Pass, this growing sport is happily thriving near Snohomish County. For information, call the Skykomish Ranger Station, 360-677-2414, www.fs.fed.us/r6/mbs.

Snohomish from the air / Snohomish County Tourism

Skydiving over Snohomish County / Snohomish County Tourism

Midnight Mountain Bike

Scuba Dive

Skydiving

You know our many trails are perfect for daytime excursions. But there’s a new sport out there – nighttime mountain biking, that breeds a whole new line of adventurers.

The 27-acre Edmonds Underwater Park, just north of the ferry pier, is Washington State’s most popular diving spot. It’s fun just to watch the divers enter and exit the waters, or join them in the nutrient-rich Puget Sound waters, busy with abundant aquatic life to view. www.snohomish. org/explore/detail/edmonds-underwater-park.

Experience the exhilarating excitement of skydiving that is hard to find in any other sport! www.skydivesnohomish.com. Call 360-568-7703.

Mount a lighting system to your helmet or handlebars, then head to: Old Sauk Trail, a 3-mile flat ride, off the Mountain Loop Highway 4 miles south of Darrington; Schweitzer Creek Loop, an 11-mile forest ride with a hefty climb and a winding, rapid descent, located midway along the Mountain Loop between Verlot and Silverton east of Granite Falls; and North Mountain Lookout, a 13-mile round trip up a dirt road to an old fire lookout, then a thrilling steep descent. Located off Highway 530 north of Darrington, cross tracks, then take Forest Service Road 28. After 3 miles take a right at the Y on Road 2810. Call the Mount Baker Snoqualmie Forest office, 206-470-4060, www.fs.fed.us/r6/mbs, or call 425-783-6000 or 800-627-0062.

Golf There are 15 scenic courses, 3 of which are private, presenting a challenge for all levels of golfer. The Cedarcrest Golf Course (360-363-8460) in Marysville is a four-star public course. Kayak Point Golf Course in Stanwood (360-6529676) named “one of America’s Top 50 Public Golf Courses” by Golf Digest, and the Walter E. Hall (425-353-4653) and Legion Memorial (425-259-4653) public course in Everett and Lynnwood Municipal Golf Course are well maintained and affordable. More at www.snohomish.org/explore/outdoor-activities/golf

Rock Hunt Rock hounds love our native geology. Quartz crystals, fossils and gold are common finds, plentiful near Sultan and Monroe on US Hwy 2.

Spectator Sports Snohomish County hosts all kinds of ongoing sporting events from Olympic trials to youth athletic tournaments to professional spectator sports including the Everett AquaSox Baseball team (Class “A” Mariners affiliate), Everett Silvertips (Western Hockey League), Everett Merchants (Pacific International Baseball), Everett Reign (Women’s Football Association) and Tilted Thunder (banked track roller derby) and racing at Evergreen Speedway. Visit www. snohomish.org/events for a complete listing and links to schedules.


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Sculpture at Edmonds Ferry—Cascade Loop

Zeke’s Drive In—Cascade Loop ©Kristi Coulter

Bistro San Martin, Arlington—Mountain Loop

Glacier Peak—Mountain Loop ©USFS-Darrington Ranger Station

SCENIC DAY TRIPS

GET LOOPED

Monte Cristo Ghost Town—Mountain Loop © Craig Romano

Two great loop tours provide the perfect showcase for all the natural beauty Snohomish County has to offer. Mountain Loop Highway The Mountain Loop Highway was built by miners’ dreams and developed as a road by loggers in the late 1800s. Today it is a 55-mile roadway taking you through Granite Falls, Darrington and Arlington, as well as passing through boom-and-bust town sites along rushing rivers and glacier-clad peaks. Breathe in the fresh mountain air in old growth forests and see wild and scenic rivers, relics of early mining history and hike the trails from the lowlands to the mountain peaks.

Shopping for antiques in downtown Snohomish—Cascade Loop ©Snohomish County Tourism

Cascade Loop Scenic Byway The Cascade Loop Scenic Byway is a 440-mile byway beginning in Everett and circling through the North Cascades mountain range, along the semi-arid Columbia River Valley, past glacier-fed Lake Chelan, through the North Cascades National Park and back to the Puget Sound. Pick up your guide at our East County Visitor Information Center in Snohomish and begin your exploration of friendly towns, culinary experiences and unspoiled nature. Know Before You Go: Sections of the Cascade Loop are closed in winter months, but the entire section within Snohomish County is accessible year-round.

Scan the QR Code for a direct link to Snohomish County Tourism Bureau Website “Explore” Spring & Summer 2017 SNOHOMISH COUNTY

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Area Attractions Aviation Adventure Fast becoming an ‘aviation mecca’, Snohomish County offers four world class aviation attractions; Flying Heritage & Combat Armor Museum (206-324-4242, www.flyingheritage. com), Historic Flight at Kilo-7 (425-3483200, www.historicflight.org), Museum of Flight Restoration Center (425-745-5150, museumofflight.org) and the Boeing Tour at Future of Flight Aviation Center (425-438-8100, www.futureofflight.org) in addition to aviation adventures including sky diving, hot air balloon rides, helicopter and scenic flights and glider aircraft.

Historic Flight Historic Flight at Kilo-7 offers a collection of the most important aircraft produced during the “Golden Age of Aviation” – all restored and airborne again. Open Tuesday-Sunday from 10am-5pm. 425-348-3200. www.historicflight.org.

Museum of Flight Restoration Center You can step back in time to see vintage aircraft from the late 1920s to the 1960s, including the very first Boeing 727. An army of volunteers are busily restoring engines and repainting bodies, which may one day go on display at the Museum of Flight in Seattle. www.museumofflight.org/restoration-center, 425-745-5150.

Flying Heritage & Combat Armor Museum The Flying Heritage Collection, set within an expansive working hangar, gets visitors close to a rare collection of authentically restored vintage 20th century combat aircraft from the U.S., Britain, Russia and Japan. 3407 - 109th St. SW, Paine Field, open 7 days a week from Memorial Day to Labor Day and Tuesday to Sunday the rest of the year. 877-342-3404, www.flyingheritage.com.

Score Some Fun Several local sports teams call Snohomish County home. The Everett AquaSox Baseball

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Part of Paine Field’s Flying Heritage & Combat Armor Museum ©Marcus Yearout

Club is a Seattle Mariners affiliate, www. aquasox.com, and offers outdoor baseball atmosphere for all ages. The Western Hockey League (WHL) Everett Silvertips, www. everettsilvertips.com, offer fast paced entertainment for the whole family. Football, basketball and roller derby are other options for spectator sports. Visit www.snohomish.org/sports/professional-sports for a complete listing and links.

Ride, Run, Walk or Cruise the Interurban Trail From Mountlake Terrace/Edmonds through Lynnwood to Everett, this popular multi-purpose 15.1-mile paved path follows a portion of the route used by the Interurban Trolley in the early 1900’s. This popular trail connects the major cities in southwest Snohomish County. www. snohomish.org/explore/detail/interurban-trail

Whale Watch Gray whale tours are offered in spring, departing from Everett. For information visit www. islandadventurecruises.com or call 888-3380976. Gray whale tours in the spring and Orca whale tours in the summer – tours departing from Edmonds. Visit www.pugetsoundexpress. com or call 360-385-5288.

WHERE TO GO

Visit the Mukilteo Lighthouse Over 100 years old and now fully automated, the lighthouse still sends signals to passing boats. Open April-September weekends and holidays from 12–5pm, the circular staircase at the top offers great views and a one-of-a-kind experience. 425-513-9602. www.snohomish.org/explore/detail/mukilteolighthouse

History & Culture Museum Hop With 20 museums woven into the communities, cities and towns of Snohomish County, opportunities for learning are plentiful. Find your brand of exhibit listed under www.snohomish. org/explore/arts-history.

Shop The nice thing about shopping – you can do


it, rain or shine. The best part about shopping in Snohomish County? We have everything. From antiques to upscale malls and outlets to boutiques and arts and crafts-we deliver the goods. For information call 888-338-0976, or see page 21 for a list of options. www.snohomish. org/explore/shopping

Boeing Tour — the largest building in the world The Future of Flight Aviation Center & Boeing Tour is a unique interpretive facility designed to let visitors experience the marvel of commercial jet aviation and production. For more information, call 1-800-464-1476, 425-438-8100 or visit www.futureofflight.org. (see ad, inside front cover)

Jetty Island Jetty Island is a two-mile long oasis of sand and summer fun. The Port of Everett partners with the Parks Department to provide free daily foot-ferry service from Everett’s waterfront which is open to the public July 1 - Labor Day weekend. The island boasts warm shallow waters, and offers the perfect environment for wildlife watching, kite flying and the extreme sport kiteboarding. Come and play! www.snohomish.org/explore/ detail/jetty-island1

Spot the Salmon Spawn Several Snohomish County rivers are the site of spawning salmon each spring and fall. Try Al Borlin Park south of Monroe, River Meadows Park and the South Fork Stillaguamish River in Arlington, Squire Creek County Park, four miles east of Darrington, Osprey Park in Sultan, and the Lake Stevens spawning channel, just north of Lake Stevens. www.snohomish.org/explore/ hiking-camping-nature/wildlife-viewing

Tour the Centennial Trail Begun in 1989 during Washington State’s

centennial, this popular 29-mile recreation trail accommodates walkers, bicyclists, hikers and horseback riders and connects Snohomish to the Skagit County line. www.snohomish.org/explore/ detail/centennial-trail

Birdwatch With more than 350 species of birds that live or migrate through Snohomish County every year, birdwatchers get great views from a number of sites. From the Snohomish River Estuary, the largest known wetland on Puget Sound (and the only one within an urban area on the West Coast), to Osprey nests near Everett’s Legion Park, and with 413-acre Spencer Island — all binocular-clad eyes are in for a feast. www. snohomish.org/explore/hiking-camping-nature/ wildlife-viewing

Look, Feel and Learn at the Children’s Museum The Imagine Children’s Museum in Everett is a perfect rainy day, or any day, destination for families. Hands-on art, history, culture and science are accessible to all. Open Tuesday

through Sunday, hours vary. 425-258-1006, www.imaginecm.org.

Bet on Fun For an evening of entertainment including casino games, craps, live keno, baccarat and poker, visit the Tulalip Resort Casino near Marysville. (www.tulalipcasino.com, 360-716-6000). Also nearby are Angel of the Winds Casino in Arlington, located at I-5 Exit #210 (360-474-9740, www.angelofthewinds. com) and Quil Ceda Creek Casino in Tulalip, located at I-5 Exit #199 (360-716-1700, www. quilcedacreekcasino.com).

Hibulb Cultural Center and Natural History Preserve Exhibitions and programs introduce visitors to the remarkable culture of the Tulalip people. Featuring a 4,000 sq. ft. gallery with interactive displays; a 2,000 sq. ft. rotating gallery and a 2,500 sq. ft. interactive longhouse exhibit for visitors to listen to tribal stories. 360-716-2600, www.hibulbculturalcenter.org.


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Seattle Premium Outlets in Tulalip

REWARD YOURSELF

TREASURE AWAITS Snohomish County is filled with treasures to discover. Star-powered live performances, worldrenowned local art and a rich tribal heritage make us a logical choice as your next destination for a cultural experience. Does your idea of treasure hunting involve retail therapy? Visit the Seattle Premium Outlets, Alderwood and Everett Mall. Are antiques and collectibles your passion? Visit downtown Snohomish or Bothell’s Country Village Inn. Regardless your idea of hidden treasure, we’ve got what you’re looking for! Scan for more shopping experiences

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Scan for more Arts & Culture

Stroll the antique shops in downtown Snohomish.

Plan a visit to Alderwood in Lynnwood.

Find artisan glass blowing and unique gifts at the Schack Art Center.

Shopping The thrill of a great buy is waiting for you in Snohomish County! Visit http://www. snohomish.org/explore/shopping. For a sneak peek, read on:

Bothell’s Country Village Over 40 northwest specialty stores, antique shops, restaurants and galleries in a rural garden setting. 425-483-2250, www.countryvillagebothell.com.

The City of Snohomish Known for its stupendous collection of antique shops, bed and breakfast establishments, a museum and specialty shops. The perfect day trip or weekend getaway! www.historicdowntownsnohomish.org

Edmonds A browser’s paradise with art galleries, boutiques, specialty shops including books and candy, wine shop, breweries and picture-perfect cafes or outdoor dining ready to provide respite. www.visitedmonds.com.

Downtown Everett With its historic flavor and ideal location on the I-5 corridor, it’s a fun spot for a morning or afternoon shopping tour, with plenty of dining choices along the way. www.Snohomish.org/ about/Everett or www.ThisIsEverett.com

The Everett Mall The community shopping center features approximately 100 shopping, dining, entertainment and service options including Regal Stadium 16 Cinemas, Burlington, Famous Dave’s, Macy’s, Old Navy, Party City, Sears, Ulta Beauty and LA Fitness. www.shopeverettmall. com, 425-355-1771.

Alderwood Combining the best of indoor and outdoor shopping, Alderwood is a reflection of the great northwest. Choose from nearly 200 stores that define you, including American Girl, Nordstrom, Chico’s, Pottery Barn, Williams-Sonoma, Made In Washington, Apple Computer, Forever 21,

Abercrombie & Fitch, and Victoria’s Secret. There are also five full-service restaurants, a 16-screen stadium style movie theatre, and a 1,200 square foot soft play area for the kids. www.alderwoodmall.com, 425-771-1211.

Seattle Premium Outlets 125 stores to choose from and impressive savings on designer names. Located in Quil Ceda Village near Marysville, next to the Tulalip Resort Casino in Tulalip, I-5 exit 202. www.premiumoutlets.com, 360-654-3000.

The Schack Art Center Offers exhibits featuring regional artists, special events, community art classes, and a glass blowing hot shop. The Gallery Store offers local art and unique gifts. Free admission. 2921 Hoyt Avenue, in downtown Everett. M-F 10am-6pm, Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun. 12-5pm. 425259-5050, www.schack.org.


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Live Theatre & Performing Arts Black Box Theatre An educational, events and performance venue at Edmonds Community College in Lynnwood featuring learning opportunities through its Lecture Series and Conversations Series, and provides exciting performing arts events from improv to original music and dance. www. blackboxedcc.org, 425-640-1448.

Everett Performing Arts Center Everett’s premier performing arts venue managed by the Village Theatre, a leading producer of equity musical theatre in the Pacific Northwest. The Pied Piper series presents quality international performing arts for young people. Box office is open Tuesday - Saturday, 11am7pm. Corner of Everett Ave. & Wetmore. 425-257-8600; www.villagetheatre.org.

Cascade Symphony Presenting six orchestral concerts (including two performances of the Holiday Concert), a children’s concert, and an ensemble concert each year, the Symphony and Music Director Michael Miropolsky feature the best of the classical repertoire and top quality soloists. For questions and information call 425-776-4938 or visit www.cascadesymphony.org. For tickets, phone Edmonds Center for the Arts at 425-275-9595 or visit the ECA website at www.ec4arts.org.

Snohomish County Music Project Using the power of music to inspire people to do good things for their communities and themselves, the new quarters at the Community Performing Arts Theater at Everett Mall offers performance space to artists and arts organizations at its Music Hall. 425258-1605; www.scmusicproject.org.

Everett Philharmonic Orchestra Four concerts planned for the 2015-2016 season which runs through May with Dr. Paul- Elliott Cobbs as the musical director and conductor. 206-270-9729; www.everettphil.org.

Pacifica Chamber Orchestra Five lively chamber music concerts planned for the 2015-2016 season which runs through June with

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Fred Chu as the artistic director. 425-743-0255; www.pacificachamberorchestra.org.

Olympic Ballet Theatre For over 30 years they have maintained an outstanding repertoire of classical, dramatic and contemporary ballet and performs creative new works and timeless classics, including the Christmas favorite, The Nutcracker. School offers a full range of classes for adults and children. 700 Main St., Edmonds. 425-774-7570; www. olympicballet.com.

Edmonds Center for the Arts (ECA) A non-profit performing arts facility located in picturesque downtown Edmonds. Housed in the historic original Edmonds High School building as a cultural resource for the Puget Sound region through performing arts presentations, community partnerships and education outreach programs. For event tickets and details visit www.ec4arts.org or call 425-275-9595, for rental information call 425-275-4485.

“Rest a While”, detail, Colored Pencil by Junkyu Lee

Edmonds Arts Festival Foundation Gallery at Frances Anderson Center,

Supported by the annual Edmonds Arts Festival each Father’s Day weekend, the gallery provides exhibit space for NW artists and maintains a permanent collection selected from Festival Juried Galleries since 1970. 700 Main Street, Edmonds; info – 425-771-0230, www.eaffoundation.org. M-F 9am-7pm; S 9am-1pm

Silver Ship with Porthole, Steve Jensen, 2011

The Thumbnail Theater Friday night regular open mic nights as well as musical theater performances throughout the year. Created by Emmy award winner Tim Noah. 360568-9412; www.thumbnailtheater.com.

Northshore Performing Arts Center State-of-the-art 600-seat theatre features concerts, dance and theatre performances from around the globe. Please visit www.npacf. org for the season event calendar or call 425984-2471 for group discount and membership information. NPAC is located at 18125 92nd Ave. NE in Bothell.

Locals Georgia Gerber, 1989

Byrnes Performing Arts Center North Snohomish County’s premier performing arts venue located in Arlington. This 673-seat theater is dedicated to bringing a variety of arts, educational, entertainment and cultural offerings. Located at 18821 Crown Ridge Blvd., Arlington. 360-618-6205 or www. byrnesperformingarts.org.

Visit the arts in Edmonds! Relax at a free summer concert in City Park on a Sunday afternoon, or at the Hazel Miller Plaza on a Tuesday at noon or a Thursday at 5 pm. Enjoy browsing art galleries and Cascadia Art Museum, or take a walking tour of Public Art installations along the waterfront. Theater, symphony, ballet and world-class performances are all part of the performing arts in Edmonds, year round. Celebrate the literary arts at the nationally known Write on the Sound writers’ conference the first weekend in October at the Frances Anderson Center. 425-771-0228 / edmondsartscommission.org

Playing on the Edmonds waterfront ©Tom Marks Photography

SOUTH COUNTY

IT’S HUBALICIOUS South Snohomish County encompasses an impressive collection of cities, each with grand offerings for visitors. Minutes from Seattle, they all benefit from great lifestyle options for residents, translating to a perfect day or extended trip with a wide spectrum of indoor and outdoor opportunities for travelers. Beaches, boutiques, breweries, outdoor festivals and farmers’ markets are just some of the delightful experiences you will find. A bonus for visitors is that attractive accommodations abound, with more affordable rates than nearby Seattle, just 15-minutes to the south. From urban chic shopping districts to tiny boutique waterfront communities, this is a perfect hub from which to explore Seattle and the entire Puget Sound region.


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Lynnwood With the largest retail center in Snohomish County, Lynnwood is a huge draw for the region. Best-kept secrets are the additional joys of the area, from outstanding public recreation facilities to almost 250 acres of parks. Visit www. snohomish.org/about/Lynnwood. The recreation center features an indoor/outdoor pool with slides, lazy river, water playground and family hot tub. The beach swim has a shallow water playground for families with small children while the recreation swim area has two water slides, a river with current and a family hot tub. The open swim section has a recreation pool with slides, lap pool with diving board and basketball hoops, and family and adult hot tubs. www. lynnwoodtourism.com/play-here/indoor or call 425-670-5732. But wait, there’s more! • Heritage Park is a perfect venue for special events or casual gatherings and experiencing the early history of Lynnwood. View a 1909 Interurban trolley car, the Alderwood Manor Heritage Cottage Museum,

the original Humble House, home of the Sno-Isle Genealogical Society, and the Snohomish County Visitor Information Center. 425-776-3977. www.snohomish.org/ explore/detail/alderwood-manor-heritagecottage-heritage-park •• The Interurban Trail has over 15 miles of paved trail. Bicyclers, joggers, walkers and roller bladers all happily share this intercity jewel. www.snohomish.org/explore/detail/ interurban-trail •• Scriber Lake Park has 20 acres filled with winding paths, native plants and trees, and a floating walkway. www.ci.lynnwood.wa.us/PlayLynnwood/Parks/ Scriber-Lake-Park.htm •• Ice skating year round is available at the city’s ice arena, as is a golf driving range, an 18-hole golf course, and almost 250 acres of readily accessible parks. •• Alderwood, with over 200 shops, restaurants, food court and convenient location, is an attractively presented and jam-packed venue for any class shopper, from the gentle

LY N N WO O D WA S H I N G TO N

Stay Here, Play Here. Lynnwood is located just 15 miles north of Seattle and minutes from beaches, mountains, wine tasting, casinos and more. In Lynnwood you will find: Legendary shopping at Alderwood

New Aquatic Center

Ethnic and American restaurants

Lodging 40% less than Seattle

A beautiful municipal Golf Course

Free parking

browser to the ardent aficionado. www. snohomish.org/explore/detail/alderwood-mall •• Affordable lodging is a big plus in Lynnwood, with over 1,400 first class rooms with competitive rates–perfect for using this multi-faceted city as home base for shopping or regional excursions. •• The Lynnwood Arts Commission sponsors a variety of entertainment for families including Shakespeare in the Park and rotating exhibits of regional artists at the Lynnwood Library Gallery. Participate in classes including visual, performing, and literary arts classes for adults and children at the Lynnwood Recreation Center. •• The Lynnwood Convention Center is a 34,000 sq. ft. flexible, functional meeting space that hosts a variety of events throughout the year. 425-778-7155, www.lynnwoodcc.com.

Bothell Just north of downtown Seattle, the riverside town of Bothell is a quintessential Northwest getaway, offering a variety of remarkable natural and historic attractions as well as modern culinary and spirit experiences. A base-camp for adventure, Bothell puts the outdoors on the itinerary – from trail running to stand up paddle boarding, bicycling, river kayaking and more. The historic downtown is a visitor highlight, lined with local cafes, modern restaurants and eclectic thrift stores. www.ExploreBothell.com •• Many are drawn to the old-world charm of Bothell’s Country Village featuring over 40 shops and restaurants. In addtion, over 100 tasting rooms are easily explored throughout Bothell and neighboring Woodinville. From fine wineries to craft breweries and distilleries featuring whiskey, gin, vodka – even grappa and absinthe. •• A new and wildly popular attraction is the McMenamins Anderson School, an historic art-deco junior high school turned dining, entertainment and lodging destination.

LynnwoodTourism.com Or Call (800) 662-2044

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•• With eight nationally recognized hotels offering stay and play packages, Bothell is an ideal destination for a classic Northwest experience.

Left: Country Village in Bothell. Top: Biking a paved trail near Bothell. Bottom: Sail boats moored at the Edmonds Marina.

Brier, Mill Creek, Mountlake Terrace & Woodway This group of small cities in South Snohomish County operates successfully on two levels. Thriving communities readily accessible to Seattle, they also have developed as stand-alone destinations. Here’s a brief overview • Brier is the perfect setting for walking, jogging and horseback riding with large residential lots, and a rural setting accented by forested parks. Visit www.snohomish.org/about/Brier. • Mill Creek has an 18-hole private golf course and country club, 10 public parks, a library and an award-winning walkable town center with boutique shops and restaurants, summer festivals, a concert series, 3-on-3 basketball tournaments and street fairs. Visit www.snohomish.org/about/Mill-Creek. • Mountlake Terrace, a close-knit community with big mountain views, boasts over 260 acres of recreational attractions including parks, trails, playfields, golf, fishing, quiet boating, indoor swimming pool, sports

pavilion, and public open space. The city is conveniently located about 12 miles north of downtown Seattle and about 15 miles south of Everett, along the I-5 corridor and southern border of Snohomish County. The Recreation Pavilion is Mountlake Terrace’s Community Center. It houses a unique indoor swimming pool, a preschool and before and after school care programs, dance programs, and is ‘home base’ for the athletics department. The pavilion also features an indoor playground, racquetball courts, spa, sauna, espresso stand, rental facilities and more. Diamond Knot Brewpub @ MLT is a new edition to the city offering a family friendly atmosphere open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Visit www.snohomish.org/about/MountlakeTerrace. • Woodway, at the southern end of Snohomish County, has 600 acres zoned for singlefamily dwellings on at least 1/3-acre lots. www.snohomish.org/about/woodway

Edmonds Idyllic Edmonds is a historic waterfront town with fine arts, boutiques, and entertainment. Just 15 miles north of Seattle off I-5, access is easy by car, regional rail, private boat with public marina moorage, or Washington State Ferry. Arriving at Edmonds is a breeze; staying is a pleasure. www. snohomish.org/about/edmonds A few reasons to add Edmonds to your plan •• Enjoy the arts: Peruse public art and art galleries or catch a live performance; the arts come alive in Edmonds! Third Thursday Art Walks, galleries and murals highlight visual arts year-round. The Edmonds Arts Festival celebrates the arts in June, while the Edmonds Art Studio Tour provides a free selfguided tour of over 20 studios in September. Stay tuned throughout the year for performances by the Cascade Symphony, Olympic Ballet Theatre, and Sno-King Community Chorale, world-class acts at the Edmonds Center for the Arts or free summertime Concerts in the Parks. Regionally popular, live theater is presented Spring & Summer 2017 SNOHOMISH COUNTY

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at the Phoenix Theatre and by the Driftwood Players at the Wade James Theatre. Literary arts are celebrated year-round, culminating in the nationally renowned Write on the Sound conference the first weekend in October. Visit the Edmonds Museum for a taste of local history and Cascadia Art Museum for northwest art. •• Stroll and shop: the historic and walkable downtown showcases boutiques offering jewelry, travel accessories, books or garden supplies, the latest fashion, gourmet foods, contemporary housewares, art and even artisanal candies. Take a break at one of several cafés and restaurants, or savor handcrafted beverages at a local brewery or distillery. It’s a culinary smörgåsbord, from downtown to the Highway 99 International District, while beachfront restaurants offer local seafood along with views of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains. •• Get festive with us: book a room and spend the weekend! Check the up-to-date arts

and culture calendar atVisitEdmonds.com to catch the Jazz Connection, Waterfront Festival, Edmonds Arts Festival, family fun 4th of July celebration, Taste of Edmonds, Edmonds Classic Car Show, or Puget Sound Bird Fest. The Outdoor Summer Market showcases local farmers and artisans Saturdays May to October. •• Get outdoors: Fishing, boating, whale watching, beach-walking and diving await at the Edmonds waterfront! Build a sand castle on sandy beaches or dip your toes in the cool water. Go windsurfing, or stay dry on the saltwater pier and fish for your dinner. Wildlife-viewing and bird-watching beckon in the marsh wildlife sanctuary and trail, one of four parks with beach access. Or scuba dive at the 27- acre underwater dive park. All are within walking distance of downtown. The Port of Edmonds’ award-winning marina offers inviting guest docks, summertime SeaJazz, and a picturesque boardwalk. •• Enjoy the ferry or ride the rails: Edmonds’

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Mural in downtown Edmonds.

waterfront is your connection to regional destinations and gateway to Hood Canal and the Olympic Peninsula via regular Washington State Ferry service to Kingston. Bus, coach and rail service provide convenient connections south to Seattle or Portland and north to Everett, Bellingham and Vancouver B.C. For more information see www.VisitEdmonds.com or call 1-877-775-6935.

Above: Mukilteo Lighthouse near the ferry landiing. Top Right: Enjoying a dive at a local beach. Bottom: Diamond Knot Brewery & Alehouse.

Mukilteo Mukilteo, with ferry access to Whidbey Island and home to an operating historic lighthouse, delights visitors with the perfect combination of appealing restaurants, shops and scenic walks. Visit www.snohomish.org/about/Mukilteo. While you’re here, don’t forget to visit:

•• Whidbey Island and Deception Pass via the Mukilteo-Clinton ferry, either as a walk on or with your car. The ride is approximately 60 minutes round trip. •• The Rosehill Community Center Indoor Gallery features rotating exhibits with the first show

of every year showcasing the Mukilteo School District art students. www.snohomish.org/ explore/detail/rosehill-community-center •• Indulge in hand-crafted artisan chocolates at the Mukilteo Chocolate Company, 700 3rd Street, 425-353-1183. www. mukilteochocolate.com. •• Diamond Knot Brewery and Alehouse, has a glass window in their pub where you can watch the brewing process. 621 Front Street, 425-355-4488. www.diamondknot.com. •• The 1906 Mukilteo Light Station, restored and fully automated, is still sending out signals to ships in Possession Sound. Their gift shop is open Sat.-Sun., 12-5pm April-September and holidays. Adjacent to the Light Station, Mukilteo Lighthouse Park offers an accessible beach, picnic area, children’s play area, restrooms and a boat launch. 425-513-9602. www.snohomish.org/explore/ detail/mukilteo-lighthouse •• The Mukilteo Lighthouse Festival, with tours, a grand parade, children’s parade and games, a 5K and 10K run along with a bevy of fun family activities. The September festival celebrates its closing with a giant fireworks display at the Mukilteo Lighthouse Park. www. mukilteolighthousefestival.com Spring & Summer 2017 SNOHOMISH COUNTY

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Relaxing on the dock at the Everett Marina.

CENTRAL COUNTY

SOUND TO SUMMIT

US-2, the primary east-west corridor across the Cascade Mountains forms the “spine” of central Snohomish County. Begin in Everett with a visit to the waterfront—the largest public marina on the west coast and the US Navy’s aircraft carrier homeport. The eastbound route takes you through small towns like historic Snohomish and alongside pastoral settings toward the delightful logging and farming communities of Monroe, Sultan, Gold Bar and Index as you continue to climb to the Stevens Pass summit.

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Everett Everett is an “in between” city. It’s in between the Puget Sound and the Cascade Mountains, and in between two remarkable cities, Seattle, WA and Vancouver, BC, so it’s a perfect home base for travelers trying to get wild in nature. Also, the central location and super-affordable hotels means travelers have more time and money for the important things (food, drinks, tours, the thing in the window you just ‘had to have’). Finally, Everett is in between small town and big city. Want to see the latest tech in aerospace? Everett has it. Want to eat delicious food while overlooking the largest marina on the West Coast? Everett has it. Want to drink a $2 beer, chow down on a juicy burger and shoot pool with a longshoreman? Can do. Here are a few idea starters • The Schack Art Center is a free art gallery in downtown Everett. Stop in and check out the work on display and perhaps you’ll find a local glass artist working in the state-of-

the-art hot shop. If you feel inspired, sign up for a class! You’ll be glad you did, even if you end up making a glass blob. www.schack.org. • The Port of Everett is home to the largest public marina on the West Coast, and operates the largest public boat launch in Washington State with quick access to abundant fishing and crabbing. Stroll along six miles of waterfront trails, enjoy fine dining, shop nautical goods, play in the parks, and take in all the seasonal waterfront happenings including the farmers market, concerts, outdoor movies, festivals and more. In the summer months, catch a ride from Jetty Landing & Boat Launch to Port of Everett’s Jetty Island. (See page 17 for more information about Jetty Island.) www.portofeverett.com, 425-259-3164. • If you’re visiting between mid-May and September, make sure to check out the Everett Farmers Market every Sunday from 11 AM - 4 PM at the Port of Everett. No kitchen in your hotel room? No prob-- there’s still plenty to see, buy, and eat. Dogs are welcome, too. • XFINITY Arena at Everett holds 8,250

people for sporting events and 10,000 for concert events. The arena’s anchor tenant is the WHL’s hockey franchise, the Everett Silvertips. It can host everything from a circus or rodeo to ice shows, basketball games and concerts. www. xfinityarenaeverett.com •• XFINITY Community Ice Rink, open for public skating, used by youth and adult hockey leagues, figure skating and other ice events. The center also features the Edward D. Hansen Conference Center with a 12,000 sq.ft. ballroom and meeting rooms. 425-322-2630, www.xfinityarenaevertt.com. No place does airplanes like Everett! •• While you’re here, see the whole spectrum of the aerospace industry from beautifully restored classic warbirds (that still fly) to Boeing’s newest innovations. • Historic Flight Foundation offers a collection of the most important aircraft produced during the “Golden Age of Aviation”- all restored and airborne again. 425-348-3200, www.historicflight.org.


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Top Left: Schack Art Center; Bottom Left: Rock the Boat Summer Concert at the Everett Waterfront; Middle: Bluewater Distilling; Top Right: The Bubble Run; Bottom Right: Imagine Children’s Museum. Photos ©Ron Cook

• Future of Flight Aviation Center & Boeing Tour Don’t miss the world’s largest building (by volume) and the only tour of a commercial jet assembly building in North America. 800-464-1476, www.futureofflight.org. • The Flying Heritage & Combat Armor Museum, set within an expansive working hangar, gets visitors close to a rare collection of authentically restored vintage 20th century combat aircraft. 3407 - 109th St. SW, Paine Field, 877-342-3404 www.flyingheritage.com. Check out our outdoor spaces... • McCollum Pioneer Park, located in south Everett, is a 76-acre park with a BMX track, pool and tree-lined trail and houses Adopt-aStream NW Center. 425-388-6600. www.snohomish.org/explore/detail/mccollumpark-bmx •• Forest Park is the local favorite with an indoor swim center, a petting zoo (cuteness alert), an outdoor water playground and tons of room to play and picnic. •• The Evergreen Arboretum is an outdoor museum. It boasts a 200’ perennial borders Japanese Maple Grove, native plants and conifers surrounded by sculptures and fountains. Free and open daily, dawn to dusk. •• Legion Memorial Park offers perhaps the best

view in all of Everett and lots of space for kids to play and burn off some energy. Pack a picnic. Watch the sunset. Life is good here. •• Music at the Marina turns the Port’s docks into a seriously fun outdoor dance floor every

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Thursday and Saturday night during the summer. There’s a beer garden to help loosen you up.

Visit Jetty Island for a day at the beach

Watch a movie under the stars

zip line series. Choose from 60 challenge options. A perfect family activity or team building event. Located inside Paine Field Community Park. www.snohomish.org/ explore/detail/high-trek-adventures-atpaine-field ...and our indoor spaces! •• The Historic Everett Theatre, housed in its same location since it was built in 1901, has been restored by the Everett Theatre Society and provides a variety of classic live theater, comedy, and musical shows year round. 425-258-6766. historiceveretttheatre.org

Kids in the mix? •• Bring ‘em to Imagine Children’s Museum to get tuckered and smart. Known as the best children’s museum in the region, Imagine has tons of fun, interactive exhibits and one seriously awesome rooftop playground.

Craft beverages abound •• Craft beverage fans shouldn’t miss Everett’s craft breweries and distilleries. Scuttlebutt Brewery is the local institution, Bluewater Distillery may have the best cocktails in town. Visit www.thisiseverett.com/ craftbeveragetour

Everett Farmers Market

“24 Years Serving Everett and Community”

•• Everett Mall, a popular retail center, has more than 100 stores to match the shopping needs of the whole family, including a 16-theater cinema. www.shopeverettmall.com.

Sundays 11am – 4pm May 14 – Oct 15 615 13th St. Boxcar Park, Port of Everett Fridays 3pm – 7pm June 23 – Sept 8 1402 SE Everett Mall Way Local Produce, Fresh Flowers, Baked Goods, Artistry & Live Entertainment 425-422-5656 everettfarmersmarket.com

WHILE IN THE AREA... BEST WESTERN CASCADIA INN

Whether you’re here for the Tulalip Casino or shopping at the premium outlet mall, there’s something near our Everett hotel for everyone. Complimentary breakfast. 2800 Pacific Avenue Everett, Washington, 98201 425-258-4141 www.bestwesterncascadia.com

IMAGINE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM

Where FUN begins and LEARNING never ends! Hands-on indoor and outdoor exhibits for kids (ages 12 months to 12 years) and adults. Open Tuesday - Sunday, hours vary. 1502 Wall Street Everett, Washington, 98201 425-258-1006 www.imaginecm.org

BLUE WATER DISTILLING

Destination distillery featuring a craft cocktail bar and farm-to-table restaurant at the Port of Everett waterfront. Move your spirit forwrd at Bluewater. 1205 Craftsman Way #109 Everett, WA 98201 425-404-1408 www.bluewaterdistilling.com

SCHACK ART CENTER

Try glassblowing in the Schack hot shop. Use code SNOCO17 to save $5 on Make it Now glassblowing session. Hours: M-F 10-6, Sa 10-5, Su 12-5

2921 Hoyt Avenue Everett, WA 98201 425-259-5050 www.Schack.org

SCUTTLEBUTT BREWING COMPANY Microbrewery with family-friendly restaurant offering steaks, fried fish & homemade root beer on the Everett waterfront. Restaurant/Pub:1205 Craftsman Way #101 Taproom: 3310 Cedar St. Everett, Washington 425-257-9316 www.scuttlebuttbrewing.com

DIAMOND KNOT CRAFT BREWING

Family-friendly, full menus, breweries and lively experiences at Snohomish County’s longest running brewery. Brewery & Alehouse: 621 Front Street, Mukilteo Brewpub @ MLT 5602 232nd St SW, Mountlake Terrace Production Brewery & Taproom 4602 Chennault Beach Rd, Mukilteo www.diamondknot.com

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•• Everett is an old mill town built on the backs of working class. This tradition still lingers and locals love to hang out, eat, drink and be smart with their money. Luckily for travelers, this makes for some of the best happy hour deals around. See a curated list of some of the best places to eat, drink and save, here: www.thisiseverett.com/happyhour Take a few minutes to learn more about things to do in Everett and choose your own adventure at www.thisiseverett.com

Snohomish One of the most popular destination sites in Snohomish County, this charming city has antique lovers salivating from the moment they see the city’s shop-filled streets accented with Victorian houses, boutiques and restaurants. An equally strong draw is the stunning Snohomish River Valley surrounding the city — a rich and inviting rural landscape. Visit www.snohomish. org/about/Snohomish. Other highlights include: •• Listed in both the State and National Registries of Historic Places, the Historic Homes Tour is another popular draw. •• The over 300 antique dealers qualify Snohomish as the Antique Capital of the Northwest, with surprisingly diverse offerings of treasures. •• Visit the Blackman House Museum to view life as it was at the turn of the 20th century. www. snohomishhistoricalsociety.org. •• Downtown Snohomish has a burgeoning new winery and craft distillery industry. Tour Skip Rock Distillers for the best artisan spirits and a uniquely full-flavored potato vodka; or Dark Moon Artisan Distillery. If wines are more your style, savor a Bordeaux-style wine at Dubindil Winery, also located in Snohomish. Check out your options at www.snohomish. org/explore/dining-craft-beverages and use the drop down menu to explore our local liquid arts. •• Bruning Pottery is a family business in Snohomish making high fire porcelain, stoneware, dinnerware, plant containers, sinks, vases, bowls and pots; offering pottery making instruction and on-site gift shop. Their store front gallery offers beautiful and functional pottery and wall art. Weekly

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Strolling the riverfront in downtown Snohomish.

classes teach all the aspects of making pots including throwing, hand building and glazing. Guests are welcome to come for studio tours and weekly kiln openings. www.bruningpottery.com. •• Ride high aboard a hot air balloon, scenic plane, helicopter or sky dive from Harvey Airfield. www.snohomish.org/travel/detail/ harvey-airfield •• Kla-Ha-Ya Days Festival in July features hometown fun with a carnival, parade, street festival and more! www.klahayadays.com. •• Snohomish Aquatic Center This facility has everything aquatic under one roof – swim lessons, recreational swims, surf lessons, diving, water play, competitive swimming, water fitness classes and more! 360-5698030, www.snohomishaquatic.com.

Monroe The city of Monroe’s most evident claim to fame is the Evergreen State Fair, www.evergreenfair. org. For twelve days in late August through Labor Day, the fairgrounds bustle with events and year-round entertainment. But don’t limit your

visit to fun fair days— Monroe is the perfect spot for outdoor excursions. With the Skykomish and Snoqualmie Rivers right here, hikers, horseback riders, swimmers, rafters and anglers join other water enthusiasts for a full menu of recreational options. Visit www.snohomish.org/about/Monroe. Wait, wait – there’s more: • Evergreen Speedway, on the fairgrounds, features nationally recognized events and NASCAR auto racing. The impressive Equestrian Center is also located on the fairgrounds. The 60,000 sq. ft. heated facility is one of the finest of its genre on the West Coast and accommodates Grand Prix horse shows and major rodeos. www.snohomish. org/explore/detail/evergreen-speedway •• Downtown Monroe offers an appealing blend of history with a burgeoning commercial and industrial center. •• The Monroe Historical Museum features a number of exhibits including Native American pieces. Open Monday and Wednesday, 1-4pm and Summer, Sat. 11-3pm. Located at 207 E. Main. Call 360-217-7223. www.monroehistoricalsociety.org

CHOOSE MONROE, WA

Choose Monroe to PLAY, SHOP, DINE, STAY and RIDE! Home of the Evergreen State Fairground, Evergreen Speedway and Lake Tye! Monroe Chamber of Commerce 125 S. Lewis Street, Monroe, WA 98272 425-258-4141 www.choosemonroe.com

•• The Western Heritage Center at the Evergreen Fairgrounds. A hands-on, state-of-the-art, interactive museum of mining, logging, agriculture, wildlife and transportation in Northwest Washington. 425-232-3493. www. westernheritagecenter.org. • Flowing Lake Park, with swimming, water sports and fishing, is 10 miles north of Monroe. Picnic tables, tent camping, RV sites, cabins and reserved shelters. 360-568-2274. www.snohomish.org/explore/ detail/flowing-lake-park

Sky Valley Heading east from the confluence of the Sultan and Skykomish Rivers, the scenic beauty of the Sky Valley is unsurpassed with breath-taking views of the Cascade Mountains and rivers. Outdoor adventurists and thrill seekers flock to the Sky Valley for world class fishing, hunting, hiking, rock climbing and white water rafting, along with ATV, BMX and mountain bikers!

Sultan Just east of Monroe is Sultan, located at the confluence of the Sultan and Skykomish Rivers. Stunning scenic vistas, including views of the Cascades and rivers, mark the Sultan area as a “must see.” Explore shops including Grow Washington, a collective of local artists. More info at www.snohomish.org/about/Sultan.

and Skykomish Rivers in Sultan (Sportsman Park; just under the west end of the bridge).

Gold Bar Gold Bar, named for the adventuresome prospectors that foraged the area in the mid 19th century, is situated in the center of the Skykomish River Valley. Today, the richness and appeal of Gold Bar is found as an outstanding outdoor venue. In Gold Bar, you’ll discover: • Camping, fishing, and hiking reign supreme here, regardless of the season. • Wallace Falls State Park, two miles north of Gold Bar, offers a 7-mile loop trail that leads to the thrilling sight of a spectacular 265-ft waterfall. A bonus is the panoramic views of the valley itself. www.snohomish.org/explore/ detail/wallace-falls-state-park1 For more information about Gold Bar, visit: www.snohomish.org/about/Gold-Bar.

Index As you reach the outer eastern edge of Snohomish County the town of Index will sweetly flag your attention. Its dramatic location, with the Skykomish River and Mount Index keeping

company with Index’s main geographical host, the Cascade Mountains, the city is the perfect launching spot for some extraordinary outdoor adventures. Visit www.snohomish.org/about/ Index for more information. • The Cascades & Pacific Crest Trail. If you’re a rock climber, skier, river rafter, or hiker, Index is the perfect home base. • Index Wall. Few crags in the U.S. sport as many clean, steep cracks in such a concentrated area as this popular, but difficult, free climbing area. • Stevens Pass. Skiers can also prepare for or celebrate their Steven’s Pass trip at local eateries or accommodations. • Index Pickett Historical Museum. Be sure to venture inside this museum, which is filled with information and exhibits on mining, quarrying and logging. Open Sat & Sun, Memorial Day-Sept., 12-3pm, 510 Avenue A, 360-793-1534. IndexHistoricalSociety.org • River House and Outdoor Adventure Center. Renovated historic coffee house is the home base for river rafting and kayak rentals. www. outdooradventurecenter.com.

•• Spada Lake, 16 miles from Sultan, is a giant reservoir and principal source of drinking water for Snohomish County. The lake has hiking, picnicking, boating and fishing in the basin area. For a tour, contact the Public Utility District at 425-783-1748. www. snohomish.org/explore/detail/spada-lakerecreation-sites •• The Sky Valley Historical Society-Sultan Museum highlights the area’s rich logging history. Open 1st and 3rd Tuesday and 3rd Saturday, noon–4pm, 360-793-0534. www. snohomish.org/explore/detail/sky-valleyhistorical-society-museum •• Salmon and steelhead fishing thrive here, as do the area’s offerings of hiking, camping, and river rafting. •• The Pacific Northwest’s iconic salmon are alive and running in Snohomish County. Check it out at the confluence of the Sultan Spring & Summer 2017 SNOHOMISH COUNTY

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NORTH COUNTY

GO FULL CIRCLE

In north Snohomish County, you’ll encounter a series of small towns, each with a rich heritage from Tribal culture in Tulalip to tiny logging and farming communities like Silvana and Stanwood. Go east from I-5 at Arlington to wind deep into mountain country and one of the state’s largest bluegrass festivals in Darrington. Drive the mountain loop to the ice caves and the ghost town of Monte Cristo then continue to Granite Falls and loop back to Lake Stevens and Marysville by day’s end. Going in circles can be a good thing.

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Marysville and Tulalip As North Snohomish County’s largest city, Marysville blends lively big-city attractions with small-town friendliness. A bustling 1870s sawmill town and the site of a burgeoning casino and crowd-pleasing summer festivals, Marysville offers visitors a full spectrum of activities. Tulalip, a federally-recognized Indian Reservation is a thriving community rich with culture. Tulalip also offers casino gaming, shopping, a cultural museum and is abundant with natural resources. Visit www.snohomish.org/about/Marysville and www.snohomish.org/about/Tulalip. •• Touted as “The Strawberry City” in response to the area’s prolific and abundant strawberry fields, Marysville’s June Strawberry Festival and Grand Parade is the perfect opportunity to revel in the beloved fruit’s delights. •• Visit the 1884 hand-hewn cedar historical museum Gehl House in Jennings Park to view a typical 1880s farmhouse. Open Memorial Day - Labor Day, Saturday and Sunday 12–5pm. 6915 Armar Rd.  360-659-3090. • Seattle Premium Outlets in Quil Ceda

Village and an outdoor amphitheater summer concert series are a sure bet to add more excitement to your visit. www. tulalipamphitheatre.com. •• Feeling lucky? Stop by the Tulalip Resort Casino, Quil Ceda Creek Casino or Tulalip Bingo Center, open seven days a week and located on the Tulalip Indian Reservation. Tulalip Tribes Hibulb Cultural Center features 6,000 square-feet of exhibition galleries with interactive displays and a 2,500 square-foot interactive longhouse exhibit open to visitors. 6410 23rd Avenue N.E., Tulalip. 360-7162600, www.hibulbculturalcenter.org. • Jennings Memorial Park located on Allen Creek is criss-crossed by meandering nature trails, features the Jennings Dinosaur Park, exhibition garden, and a two-story barn-style playground structure all within a 51-acre park. www.marysvillewa.gov, 360-363-8400. •• Beautification of State Avenue, coupled with development of the new Ebey Waterfront Park for motorized boat access, has brought renewed vibrancy to Downtown Marysville

and the charming historic Third Street shopping district. Downtown also boasts the holiday favorite Merrysville for the Holidays festival the first Saturday in December. 360363-8000, www.marysvillemerchants.com.

Smokey Point / Lakewood The fastest growing area in north Snohomish County, Smokey Point has the appeal of a strong commercial core partnered with the best of rural suburban living. The area’s abundant recreational activities are a big draw, and the Family Support Complex located here provides US Navy families with housing, medical and shopping facilities. Outdoor enthusiasts have outstanding venues at Wenberg County Park on Lake Goodwin, Kayak Point County Park and Twin Lakes County Park for golf, fishing, swimming, boating and water sports. Bird watchers enjoy fine photo ops, with the always-thrilling eagle sighting a frequent offering. www.snohomishcountywa.gov/200.

Stanwood / Silvana Stanwood is the town center of the Discover Port Susan recreation area, gateway to Camano Island with its spectacular parks, cabins and the Center for Wooden Boats. Camp sites and water access abound. Visit DiscoverPortSusan.com. •• Dip a toe in the Stillaguamish River at Silvana, swim, boat and fish in any of the seven lakes, or experience salt water at one of many island access points. •• Drop a crab pot or a fishing line off the Kayak Point 300’ pier.

Discover the History & Culture of the Tulalip Tribes Open Tuesday thru Friday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday & Sunday 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Closed on Mondays. 30 Minutes North of Seattle, 1 Mile West of I-5 off Exit 199. 6410 23rd Avenue NE, Tulalip, WA 98271

360.716.2600 [email protected]

HibulbCulturalCenter.org

•• The Stanwood Camano Arts Guild hosts several events during the year. stanwoodcamanoarts.com. •• Visit the quaint Stanwood Hotel and Saloon – a historic building with verification of being haunted. www.stanwoodhotelsaloon.com. •• The Pearson House Museum, an 1890 home of a pioneer storekeeper. Located at 102nd Ave at 272nd Ave. Open Wed, Fri & Sun, 1–4pm, 360-629-6110, www.sahs-fncc.org. •• The Stanwood-Camano Fair, held the first week of August, draws locals and visitors together for old-fashioned fun. www.stanwoodcamanofair.org Spring & Summer 2017 SNOHOMISH COUNTY

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Above: Vintage aircraft at the Arlington Fly-In; Top right: Fans enjoying a sunny afternoon at the Darrington Bluegrass Festival; Bottom: Putting for par at Kayak Point Golf Course ©Brandon Sawaya

•• The Floyd Norgaard Cultural Center is on the National Register of Historic Places, has historic displays on the 2nd floor, and offers a unique meeting and event space. www.sahs-fncc.org.

Stilly Valley Ride the loop, skim a paddle, wander a trail, touch the earth, then kiss the sky – Stilly style. The Stillaguamish-Sauk River Valleys offer worldclass outdoor recreation: rafting, hiking, climbing and unbelievable backcountry. The Stilly Valley incorporates the Stillaguamish River valley including Arlington, Oso and Darrington.

Arlington Arlington, Tree City USA, as designated by the National Arbor Day Foundation for its picturesque location near the banks of the Stillaguamish River, adds to the appeal of this northern gateway to the Mountain Loop Highway. The area’s many historic buildings reverberate with the rich history of a one time lumber town filled with shingle mills, sawmills and logging camps. As is true throughout Snohomish County, Arlington is a playground for outdoor recreation, with options ranging from fishing, river rafting and hiking.

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Visit www.snohomish.org/about/Arlington. When you’re here, don’t miss: •• The popular Arlington Fly-in, held the second full weekend of July. The third largest Experimental Aircraft Association Fly-In in the country features hundreds of aircraft from Ultralight to antique and a daily aerobatics show. 360-435-5857. www.arlingtonflyin.org. •• The Stillaguamish Pioneer Museum displays the heritage of the original homesteaders. Located at 20722 67th Ave NE, the museum welcomes visitors with a 10 ft. cedar relief map of the Stillaguamish River and its history. It is open on Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday 1-4pm. 360-435-7289. Closed November through February. www.stillymuseum.org. •• Visit Skookum Brewery, a small brewery for a bit of local flavor. Tasting Room open Wednesday and Thursday, 2–8pm; Friday and Saturday, Noon–8pm, Sunday, 1–6pm. Cash only. 17925A 59th Ave NE, Arlington, WA 98223, 360-652-4917. www.skookumbrewing.com. •• Angel of the Winds Casino is the world’s friendliest casino featuring slots, keno,

cards, Pai Gow and other table games. Two restaurants and craft brewery on site. www.angelofthewinds.com

Darrington and Oso This picturesque community was initially established as a night camp for the wagon route linking the Monte Cristo mines to the Puget Sound area. Enclosed and protected by mountain barriers, Darrington, an outdoor recreation mecca, is nestled at the base of the rugged North Cascade Mountains and is accented by charming turn of the century architecture, shops and fun eateries. Explore this area know as the Stilly Valley offering world class outdoor recreational pursuits. www.snohomish.org/explore/ stilly-valley. Visit the Darrington Ranger Station for updated recreation information at 1405 Emens Ave N. 360-436-1155. www. DestinationDarrington.com. Highlights of Darrington include: •• The “forgotten volcano,” Glacier Peak, (elevation 10,541 feet), is the highest point in Snohomish County and fourth highest in Washington State. Erupting 12,000 years ago, Glacier Peak tripled the force of the

infamous Mt. St. Helens eruption. •• Fun festivals include the rousing Darrington Bluegrass Festival in July and the Summer Meltdown in August. •• Whitehorse Mountain (elevation 6,852 ft), one of the lowest elevation glaciers in the lower 48 states, is a glacier climbers delight and can be accessed from town.

Granite Falls Turn-of-the-century architecture, unique local eateries and shops, and a distinct western foothills atmosphere contribute to the charm of this tiny community. Visit www.snohomish.org/ about/Granite-Falls. •• Visit Monte Cristo, a real ghost town! •• Enjoy the annual Show and Shine in August. Fall festivals include Rail Road Days in October and Winterfest in December. •• A popular day-hike along the southern Mountain Loop Highway is Lake 22. The 5.4-mile trail meanders through a beautifully preserved old growth forest with enormous trees and cascading waterfalls up to the scenic mountain lake. Bring a fishing pole as the lake is stocked. The trail is accessible mid-May to November and is of moderate difficulty. Access is 13 miles east of Granite Falls on Highway 530 to signed trailhead. Call Verlot Public Service Center for more information. 360-691-7791. NW Forest Pass necessary at trailheads. •• The Granite Falls Historical Society Museum features mining, logging, railroad, social and business history of the area. Don’t miss the 16-ft. “timeline” Douglas-fir log touted to have been a mere seedling in the year 1875. Open 12–5 Sundays. Call 360-691-2603. •• White water rafting is a popular pastime for visitors to the Sauk and Stillaguamish rivers. www.snohomish.org/explore/outdoor-activities. •• Paca Pride Guest Ranch Enjoy the camping experience with rustic resort comfort. Choose from tent camping, completely furnished yurt accommodations or a bed and breakfast experience. Explore hiking, waterfalls, railroad tunnels, an old mining town and ice caves! 360-691-3395, www.pacaprideguestranch.com

Top: Picturesque Lake Stevens; Bottom left: A buggy exhibit at the Granite Falls Museum. Bottom right: Strolling the Centennial Trail near the Nakashima Barn trailhead. ©Craig Romano

Lake Stevens A huge draw year round, with lots of summer activity, Lake Stevens is the largest lake in the county (1,000 acres and 8 miles of shoreline), with the historic downtown situated at the north end of the lake and built on the former Rucker Mill location. With public and private shore lands, sandy public beaches and public boat launches, Lake Stevens happily recruits visitors toting canoes, jet skis, sailboats, surfboards and other water paraphernalia. Visit www.snohomish. org/about/Lake-Stevens. Other sights to include in a visit are: • Aquafest, with its myriad water based entertainment and family activities, is celebrated during the month of July. www.aquafest.org.

• Lake Stevens Museum in historic downtown features exhibits and photos of the area’s history. Open Fri & Sat 1-4pm or by appointment. 425-334-1825. • Lundeen Park, an 8-acre park with awardwinning national architectural design, is located near the north end of Lake Stevens. With children’s playground, basketball court, large secured swimming area and picnic shelters and tables, the park is a perfect respite. www.ci.lake-stevens.wa.us. • The Lake Stevens Centennial Trail Head is a gateway to 29 miles of recreational biking, walking, and equestrian activities. The Lake Stevens trail head offers parking, permanent restrooms, and equestrians are allowed.


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Visit Seattle’s Waterfront and ride the Great Wheel.

Pioneer Square is Seattle’s birthplace.

Space Needle and Museum of Pop Culture at Seattle Center.

Woodland Park Zoo

Pike Place Market

TAKE THE SHORT JAUNT

EXPLORE SEATTLE

Just a hop, skip and jump from Snohomish County, you’ll find no shortage of fun things to do in nearby Seattle. It has what all great cities have: museums and galleries, theatres by the dozens, fabulous dining, distinct neighborhoods and ethnic pockets, parks and gardens and arguably one of the most spectacular natural settings in North America with Mt. Rainier towering to the south, the snow-capped Olympic Mountains rising to the west and the sparkling waters of Puget Sound and Lake Washington surrounding Seattle. Enjoy the sites along the waterfront, grab a coffee at the world’s first Starbucks in Pike Place Market, photograph the pure sculptural geometry of the Seattle Public Library, or check out REI’s flagship store complete with an indoor climbing pinnacle, rain booth and dirt trail for shoppers to test their outdoor

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equipment….the options are endless…so start preparing your must-do list. Here’s a start for planning a perfect day trip to Seattle. By far, Seattle’s most popular attraction is the Pike Place Market and the famous fish mongers. Visit Seattle’s famous waterfront and ride the Great Wheel and a bucket of steamers from the world’s first Ivar’s Acres of Clams. Don’t miss the view from atop the Space Needle or the Museum of Pop Culture (previously EMP). Galleries, eateries and curiosities abound in the historic Pioneer Square district. Plan to spend time at Woodland Park Zoo then stroll around nearby Green Lake and head to the quirky Fremont neighborhood to visit the Troll and what the people in the sculpture “Waiting for the Interurban” are wearing this season. While in Snohomish County, plan time to explore the Emerald City.

EVENTS CALENDAR This is just a sampling of the wonderful spring and summer events taking place in Snohomish County. There are numerous seasonal performing arts events to enjoy. For a complete listing visit www.snohomish.org/events-calendar. Events listed are subject to change. Please check the events webpage for updated times and information. Edmonds Center for the Arts Presents Sons of Serendip 4/7/17 Edmonds Center for the Arts, 410 Fourth Avenue North, Edmonds 425-275-9595, www.edmondscenterforthearts.org The 2010 GRAMMY Award-winner for Best Traditional Folk Album is by far the most candid diarist of the singer-song-writers, wringing more human truth out of his contradiction than any other songwriter of his generation. 7:30-10pm Tickets $14-$44. Howie Mandel presented by The Tulalip Resort Casino 4/7/17-4/8/17 Tulalip Resort Casino, 10200 Quil Ceda Blvd., Tulalip 1-888-272-1111, www.tulalipresortcasino.com Comedian Howie Mandel performs live on stage in the Orca Ballroom. Howie Mandel is a Canadian-American stand-up comedian, television host, and actor. He is best known as host of the NBC game show Deal or No Deal. Doors open at 7pm, show starts at 8pm. All attendees of the event must be 21+. Tickets start at $65. Everett Half Marathon and 10k 4/9/17 Port Gardner Landing, 1700 W. Marine View Drive, Everett www.snohomishrunning.com Everett Half Marathon is scheduled for Sunday, April 9, at the Port Gardner Landing at Everett Marina. This is the sixth year that participants have filled the street on West Marine View Drive and Highway 529 to run one of the flattest half marathon courses around. Active duty military and veterans may register at a discounted rate for the half marathon or 10K. The run course offers the most beautiful views of the Snohomish River, Cascade Mountains and the Everett Waterfront. WA State Evergreen RV Show 4/21/17-4/23/17 Evergreen State Fairgrounds, 14405 179th Ave SE, Monroe 206-783-5957 ext.1, www.evergreenspringrvshow.com Featuring Washington’s premiere RV dealerships and industry experts, shop and compare from hundreds of new and used RV’s and nearly 150 different product lines. Experience the savings only offered at a true multi-dealer RV Show. See all types and sizes of motorhomes, travel trailers, 5th wheels, truck campers, vans, and more. Fri–Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 10am-5pm. Admission $7.00 Adults, $6.50 seniors, Kids FREE. Spartan Super & Sprint Race presented by Snohomish County 4/22/17-4/23/17 Meadow Wood Equestrian Center, 18601 Sky Meadows Lane, Snohomish www.spartan.com An obstacle race challenge unlike any other, runner will be able to choose between three courses; the Spartan Super, Sprint, or Kid’s race. Sat-Sun 7:30 am to 4:00 pm “The Drowsy Chaperone” presented by the Driftwood Players 4/28/17-5/14/17 Wade James Theatre, 950 Main St., Edmonds 425-774-9600, www.driftwoodplayers.com Winner of five Tony Awards (including Best Book and Best Original Score), this delightfully madcap send-up of the Jazz Age musical features one show-stopping song and dance number after another. Admission $25, Students/Seniors $22 Thu-Sat 8 pm & Sun 2pm “A Proper Place” presented by The Village Theatre 4/28/17-5/21/17 Everett Performing Arts Center, 2710 Wetmore, Everett 425-257-8600, www.villagetheatre.org Downton Abbey meets Gilligan’s Island in this hysterical new musical based on J.M. Barrie’s play, The Admirable Crichton. It’s 1902, and Lord Loam’s family outing has gone horribly awry, landing the family

on a deserted island. Stranded alone, their trusty system of societal hierarchy begins to slip away as their only hope for survival turns out to be allowing the lowly butler to take the lead. With a score of lively and tuneful music, this romantic comedy will sweep you away in an adventure of family drama and forbidden love. Wed - Thurs 7:30pm, Fri 8pm, Sat 2pm and 8pm, and Sun 2pm and 7pm. War presented by The Tulalip Resort Casino 4/28/17 Tulalip Resort Casino, 10200 Quil Ceda Blvd., Tulalip 1-888-272-1111, www.tulalipresortcasino.com The original Afro Cuban Jazz Rock Blues band performs live on stage at the Orca Ballroom. Doors open at 7pm. Show starts at 8pm. All attendees of the event must be 21+. Tickets start at $45. Snohomish on the Rocks 4/29/17 Thomas Family Farm, 9010 Marsh Road, Snohomish snohomishontherocks.com Tasting Sessions: VIP session is 11:30am-3:30pm, the afternoon session is 12:30-3:30pm and the evening session is 4:30-7:30pm at Thomas Family Farm. Come meet the distillers and sample their products and learn about the art of creating spirits from the distillers themselves. Tickets: VIP Ticket Package – $60/person (includes one hour early entrance to afternoon tasting, 12 tasting tickets, commemorative shot glass, $5 food truck voucher, 10% off of one bottle purchase), General Admin: $40/person (includes 8 tasting tickets and commemorative shot glass), Designated Driver ticket for any session: $10. Snohomish Garden Club’s Annual Plant Sale 4/29/17 The Farm at Swan’s Trail, 7301 River Shore Road, Snohomish 425-377-2084, www.snohomishgardenclub.com The sale will offer many varieties of perennials, annuals, blooming flora, water-garden plants and small trees and shrubs. Arrive early for the best selection. 9am-1:30pm. Evergreen Spring Carnival and Homespun Spring Bazaar-Monroe 5/5/17-5/7/17 Evergreen State Fairgrounds, 14405 179th Ave SE, Monroe www.evergreenfair.org, 360-805-6700 S Evergreen State Spring Festival featuring food, entertainment, vendors, live music, animal shows, gun show, swap meet and more! Parking $5, free admission. Sat. 10am-6pm Sun. 11am-5 pm. Everett Rock & Gem Club’s 64th Annual Gem Show 5/6/17-5/7/17 Everett Community College Student Fitness Center 2206 Tower St, Everett www.everettrockclub.com Crystals and geodes, hourly door prizes, kid’s activities, special exhibits, local dealers, demonstrations, and refreshments. Free admission, disabled access and free adjacent parking. Sat 10am-6pm Sun 10am5pm. Sparkling Stroll Wine & Prosecco Walk 5/13/17 Bothell Country Village, 23718 Bothell Everett Highway, Bothell 425-483-2250, www.countryvillagebothell.com Featuring over 15 Italian wines located throughout Country Village in our one-of-a-kind, locally owned shops. We will be featuring Prosecco at every shop, in addition to wine varietals at every stop. Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 at the door, BYOG (bring your own glass). 5-8pm. Spring Bazaar & Bake Sale-Stanwood 5/20/17 Stanwood Senior & Community Center, 7430 276th St. NW, Stanwood 360-629-7403, www.stanwoodseniorcenter.org Spring Bazaar with crafts from local vendors from 10am-4pm. Paine Field Aviation Day-Everett 5/20/17 Flying Heritage Collection, Paine Field, Everett 425-388-5125 Ext 5, www.painefield.com Come and watch flying Warbirds, free flights for kids 8-17 years, aircraft on display, and Firefighters Pancake Breakfast. Enter at Flying Heritage Collection. Call for more details. $10 admission 10am-5pm. Sky Valley Motorcycle Show- Snohomish 5/21/17 1st Street, Downtown Historic Snohomish 360-568-7820, www.skyvalleybikeshow.com One of a kind motorcycles. Live music and vendors. T-shirts and pins available for purchase. 9am-4pm.

STEM Magical Mash-Up – Lynnwood 5/26/17 Black Box Theater, 20310 68th Avenue West, Lynnwood 425-640-1448, www.blackboxedcc.org Magic? Illusion? Or is it just weird science? This fun all ages show performed by Edmonds Community College students introduces kids to the mysteries of science, technology and engineering through mind blowing illusions! 7pm. Tickets are free, but space is limited so reserve your seats online. Music at the Marina Waterfront Concerts-Everett 6/1/17-8/31/17 Port Gardner Landing, 1700 W. Marine View Drive, Everett 800-729-7678, www.everettwa.gov Join us for the best summer dance party with the most spectacular waterfront backdrop! Bring a picnic, chairs or blankets. Choose to stay overnight and enjoy the concert from the Inn at Port Gardner’s patio. Have dinner, stage-side, at Lombardi’s Italian Restaurant or from a local food truck, grab a glass of wine or beer at the Marina Beer Garden. Check website for concert schedule. Every Thursday and Saturday June through August, 6:30pm-8:30pm, admission is free. The 30th Annual Edmonds Rotary Waterfront Festival 6/2/17-6/4/17 Port of Edmonds Marina 206-335-9665, www.edmondswaterfrontfestival.org Live Entertainment, Arts & Crafts Vendors, Food Court, Kid’s Activities, Beer & Wine Garden, Hydroplanes and Classic Boat Displays. This is a fund raising event by Edmonds Rotary Club. $4 admission, children 12 and under free. Fri 3pm-10pm, Sat 11am-10pm, Sun 11am-7pm. U.S. National Archery Field Championships and U.S. Team Trials 6/2/17-6/4/17 Darrington Archers 312 Sauk Ave, Darrington www.darringtonarchers.com Field Nationals is shot in a rural setting with uneven terrain and natural obstacles. This three day event begins with official practice, followed by two days of shooting at 24 targets with three arrows per target. This event is an annual favorite for adventurous archers of all experience levels! Free admission for spectators. Sorticulture, Everett’s Garden Arts Festival 6/9/17-6/11/17 Legion Memorial Park 145 Alverson Blvd. at W. Marine View Dr., Everett 425-257-7107, www.everettwa.gov Sorticulture unites art and the garden in a celebration of creative outdoor living. Our featured artists create distinctive hand-crafted garden art and our nurseries produce a wide variety of plants to transform your backyard. Learn tips and tricks from top regional gardening experts. Featuring display gardens, food fair, wine garden, live music and free activities for the kids. Fri 10am-7pm, Sat 10am6pm, Sun 10am-4pm. Free admission to the festival. Please park at Everett Community College, parking lots K and L will be available on Friday, and lots H, J, K and L will be available on Saturday and Sunday. A shuttle bus leaves from the Student Fitness Center every 15-20 min. Sno-King Community Chorale presents Tickets to Broadway: Fiddler on the Roof (A concert version) 6/10/17 Edmonds Center for the Arts, 410 Fourth Avenue North, Edmonds 425-275-9595, www.edmondscenterforthearts.org The Chorale will be presenting songs from the classic musical Fiddler on the Roof. Sat 3pm & 7pm. Tickets are $20, $17 for students/seniors, $10 for children under 12. Marysville Strawberry Festival 6/10/17-6/18/17 Several locations in Marysville 360-659-7664, www.maryfest.org Enjoy all the family favorites, including Kids’ Party in the Park, Berry Run, Kiddie’s Parade, Strawberry Shortcake eating contest, Fashion Show, Talent Show, Market, Beer Garden, the Carnival, and of course, our Twilight Grand Parade, Fireworks and much more. You will be able to find something for everyone at this year’s festival! Check the event website for an event map. Darrington Timberbowl Rodeo 6/10/17-6/11/17 Darrington Rodeo Grounds, 42109 SR 530 NE, Darrington 360-436-1578, www.darringtonrodeogrounds.com Part of the Darrington Summer Play Day series. Rough Stock Series, Ranch Saddle Bronc Riding, Bull Riding and Ladies Barrel Racing. Camping available, concessions on site. Events start at 10am.


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Edmonds Art Festival 6/16/17-6/18/17 Frances Anderson Cultural Center, 700 Main St., Edmonds 425-771-6412, www.edmondsartsfestival.com The Edmonds Arts Festival is a three-day event that celebrates the arts in our community. Fri-Sat 10am-8pm, Sun 10am -6pm. Paca Pride Guest Ranch Shearing 6/16/17-6/18/17 Paca Pride Guest Ranch, 28311 Mountain Loop Highway, Granite Falls 360-691-3395, pacaprideguestranch.com The public is invited to come out and watch the annual haircuts and pedicures during the Alpaca “Spa Day”. 10am-4pm. TriMonroe Triathlon 6/24/17 Lake Tye Park 14964 Fryelands Blvd., Monroe 206-499-1903, www.trimonroe.com TriMonroe Triathlon is a USA Triathlon Youth & Junior Elite Race Series Event. Athletes between the ages of 13 and 19 have a chance to race in the Elite draft-legal format and earn a spot at the USA Triathlon Youth & Junior Elite National Championships. General public welcome to watch. 7am-4pm. Classic Car Show-Mukilteo 6/24/17-6/25/17 Historic Flight Foundation, 10719 Bernie Webber Dr., Mukilteo 425-347-1456, www.mukilteochamber.org Bring your car to the barbeque-themed Cruise-In Saturday from 5:30pm-7:30pm for dinner and live music! Sunday’s car show is a terrific event featuring over 125 cars, vintage air craft, and a fantastic setting on Paine Field. Raffle prizes! Sunday 10am-3pm, award show 2:30pm. Music at the Marina Waterfront Concerts-Everett 6/1/17-8/31/17 Port Gardner Landing, 1700 W. Marine View Drive, Everett 800-729-7678, www.everettwa.gov Join us for the best summer dance party with the most spectacular waterfront backdrop! Bring a picnic, chairs or blankets. Choose to stay overnight and enjoy the concert from the Inn at Port Gardner’s patio. Have dinner, stage-side, at Lombardi’s Italian Restaurant or from a local food truck, grab a glass of wine or beer at the Marina Beer Garden. Check website for concert schedule. Every Thursday and Saturday June through August, 6:30pm-8:30pm, admission is free. Arlington Fly-In 7/7/17-7/9/17 Arlington Airport 18204 59th Dr NE, Arlington 360-435-5857, www.arlingtonflyin.org Over 1,000 aircraft including Powered Parachutes, Home Builts, Classic, Vintage and Warbirds and 55,000 guests participate in and enjoy the festival of aerobatics, hands-on workshops, educational forums, aircraft judging and many other aviation-oriented activities. General admission tickets are $17 for adults, children 15 and under are free. Fri and Sat 8am-8pm, Sun 8am -3pm. “Dreamgirls” presented by The Village Theatre 7/7/17-7/30/17 Everett Performing Arts Center, 2710 Wetmore Avenue, Everett 425-257-8600, www.villagetheatre.org This powerhouse musical was a Tony and Grammy Award-winning hit on Broadway that became a Golden Globe and Academy Awardwinning film sensation! Dreamgirls celebrates the advent of R&B in the 1960s with a Motown-inspired score, dynamic performances, and a moving look behind-the-scenes of the entertainment business. Experience all the onstage joy and backstage drama as an up-andcoming girl group learns hard lessons about love, trust, and what it takes to get to the top. Wed & Thu 7:30pm, Fri 8pm, Sat 2pm & 8pm, Sun 2pm & 7pm. The Driftwood Players presents 8th Annual Festival of Shorts 7/7/17-7/9/17 Wade James Theatre 950 Main Street, Edmonds 425-774-9600, driftwoodplayers.com A great line-up of playwright finalists exhibit their most innovative, hilarious, or profound 15 minutes of stage-time and the audience gets to choose the winner. Fri & Sat 8pm, Sun 2pm. Tickets $20.

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Sultan Shindig 7/7/17-7/9/17 River Park 36010 US-2, Sultan 360-793-0983, www.skyvalleychamber.com If you enjoy small-town charm and world-class fun, then the Sultan Shindig is the festival for you! This yearly event celebrates our rich logging history and includes a carnival, food, crafts, and live entertainment. Come early and save a spot at the logging contest which includes spar-pole climbing and ax throwing. Fri 4pm-dusk, Sat 9amdusk with fireworks show at 10pm, Sun 9am-4pm. Art by the Bay-Stanwood 7/7/17-7/9/17 271st Street downtown Stanwood 360-629-2787, www.discoverabbfest.com Art by the Bay includes over 100 juried artists and craftspeople from around the Northwest, plants and garden art, gourmet food. Free admission, free parking, beer and wine garden and free music! This is a great show, with tons of high-quality art and fine craft. Represented media includes: acrylics; apparel; baskets; bead art; candles; ceramics; drawings; blown, slumped, stained, and flame-worked glass; jewelry; metalwork; painting; photography; stonework; watercolor; woodwork; and more. Fri 2pm-7pm, Sat-Sun 10am-5pm. Mill Creek Festival & Street Fair 7/8/17-7/9/17 Mill Creek Blvd, Mill Creek 206-255-4483, www.millcreekfestival.com Arts & crafts, food booths, commercial booths, live entertainment, kid’s korner and much more! Saturday 11am-6pm, Sunday 11am-5pm. Beer garden is open until 7pm Saturday and 6pm Sunday. Free shuttle from H. M. Jackson High School both days. Kla Ha Ya Days – Snohomish 7/12/17-7/16/17 Various locations in Snohomish 425-493-7824, www.klahayadays.com This is an annual celebration with a parade, carnival, kids fair, plane rides, music, games, beer gardens, food, wine tastings, custom classic car show, river run and championship BBQ cook off. Free Shuttle available Sat. & Sun. Hours of event: Wed 5-10pm, Thurs 4-7:30pm, Fri 2-11pm, Sat 8am-9pm & Sun 8am-8pm. Edmonds in Bloom Garden Tour 7/16/17 Various locations in Edmonds www.edmondsinbloom.com Enjoy a day exploring the magnificent gardens in Edmonds. You will gather wonderful ideas and knowledge to use in your own garden. This is the perfect way to spend the day taking in the beauty of nature. 11am-4pm. Shakespeare in the Park presents “Much Ado about Nothing”-Lynnwood 7/19/17-7/20/17 Lynndale Park Amphitheater, 18827 72nd Ave W, Lynnwood 425-670-5732, www.ci.lynnwood.wa.us Young lovers Hero and Claudio, soon to wed, conspire to get verbal sparring partners and confirmed singles Benedick and Beatrice to wed as well. Enjoy this Shakespeare classic performed outside by the Seattle Shakespeare Company – rain or shine! Bring blankets or cushions to sit on, there is very limited space for camping chairs. Admission is free, parking available at Lynndale Elementary. Wed and Thurs at 7pm. Sail-In Cinema Outdoor Movies-Everett 7/21/17-8/25/17 Port of Everett’s Boxcar Park 615 13th St, Everett 800-729-7678, www.portofeverett.com/events Summer Friday nights at the Port of Everett Marina just got better with this free, family-friendly outdoor movies series. Whether watching by land or boat, be sure to pack blankets as summer nights on the water can get a bit chilly. If viewing by land, feel free to bring low-back chairs. If viewing by boat, guest moorage is available at North Guest Docks 6 and 7 on a first come, first served basis. A different movie every Friday night, check website for movies and show times. Admission is free. 41st Annual Darrington Bluegrass Festival 7/21/17-7/23/17 Darrington Bluegrass Music Park, WA 530, Darrington 360-436-1179, 360-436-1006, www.darringtonbluegrass.com This fun annual festival will feature multiple artists. Check the Darrington Bluegrass Festival website for updates. Dry camping is available, no drugs or alcohol. Dogs must be leashed at your campsite. Enjoy music, vendors and food! Fri 6-11pm, Sat 9am-11pm & Sun 8am3:30pm. Walk in gate prices Fri and Sun $30, Sat $40. Children under 12 free with an adult.

Edmonds Art Splash 7/22/17-7/23/17 ArtWorks 201 2nd Ave., Edmonds http://artists-connect.com/artsplash/ Artist’s demonstrations, live music and original artwork of all styles and media for sale. Sat-Sun 10am-5pm. Also open during the Edmonds Art Walk Thurs 7/20 5pm-8pm. Parking and admission is free. Gold Dust Days – Gold Bar 7/21/17-7/23/17 Gold Bar Elementary School 419 Lewis Avenue, Gold Bar www.golddustdays.org, 360-793-0983 Experience real gold panning, civil war encampment, live music, local artisan and craftsman street fair, an amazing car show with a classic pin up girl contest, parade, motorcycle poker run, old fashioned FREE fun for children including a bike decorating session followed by a bike parade, bouncy house, gunny sack races against the firefighters. Fri 3pm-8pm, Sat 10am-8pm, Sun 10am-3pm. Darrington Day 7/22/17 Throughout the town of Darrington www.darringtonwatourism.com A fun-filled day to celebrate our town and heritage from 10am-3pm. Open Air Market, gift shops, and local vendors. The Whitehorse Musicians Guild will host live music in Old School Park from noon to 6:00pm. A Free family event! Keep your eye out for Smokey the Bear. He is often seen in these parts! 8th Annual Bryant Blueberry Festival 7/22/17 Bryant Blueberry Farm & Nursery, 5628 Grandview Rd, Arlington 360-474-8424, www.bryantblueberries.com There will be pony rides, face painting, a jumping pillow, hay maze and lots of great berry picking. 1 1am-3pm. The farm is open all day. Snohomish Garden Club’s Annual Garden Tour 7/23/17 Various locations around Historic Snohomish 360-794-9121, www.snohomishgardenclub.com There will be eight urban and suburban gardens featured that have never been open to the public before along with some gardens that have been featured in past tours. This is a great opportunity to enjoy the beauty of nature and gather ideas to create your own garden oasis. Tickets will be available at various locations in Snohomish in early July. Check website for ticket prices. Tour is from 12-5pm. Annual Tour de Terrace-Mountlake Terrace 7/28/17-7/30/17 Evergreen Playfield 22205 56th Ave. W., Mountlake Terrace 425-791-5956, www.cityofmlt.com, www.tourdeterrace.org Tour de Terrace, Mountlake Terrace’s Annual, 3-Day, Seafair-sanctioned summer festival. Parade is Friday at 7pm, and fireworks show is 10pm on Saturday. All three days will have a Beer Garden, Carnival, live entertainment, street fair with arts and crafts booths, and food booths. Aquafest-Lake Stevens 7/28/17-7/30/17 Downtown Lake Stevens along Main St. 425-397-2344, www.aquafest.org Children’s parade. Grand parade, boat parade, fireworks, classic car show, carnival. Free admission. Friday 12pm-11pm, Saturday 10am11pm & Sunday 10am-5pm. Silvana Fair 7/29/17 Viking Hall 1331 Pioneer Hwy, Silvana 360-631-9050, www.silvanafair.com Arts, crafts, pony rides, animals, games for kids, music, delicious fair food and FAMILY FUN. 9am-5pm. Music at the Marina Waterfront Concerts-Everett 6/1/17-8/31/17 Port Gardner Landing, 1700 W. Marine View Drive, Everett 800-729-7678, www.everettwa.gov Join us for the best summer dance party with the most spectacular waterfront backdrop! Bring a picnic, chairs or blankets. Choose to stay overnight and enjoy the concert from the Inn at Port Gardner’s patio. Have dinner, stage-side, at Lombardi’s Italian Restaurant or from a local food truck, grab a glass of wine or beer at the Marina Beer Garden. Check website for concert schedule. Every Thursday and Saturday June through August, 6:30pm-8:30pm, admission is free.

Sail-In Cinema Outdoor Movies-Everett 7/21/17-8/25/17 Port of Everett’s Boxcar Park 615 13th St, Everett 800-729-7678, www.portofeverett.com/events Summer Friday nights at the Port of Everett Marina just got better with this free, family-friendly outdoor movies series. Whether watching by land or boat, be sure to pack blankets as summer nights on the water can get a bit chilly. If viewing by land, feel free to bring low-back chairs. If viewing by boat, guest moorage is available at North Guest Docks 6 and 7 on a first come, first served basis. A different movie every Friday night, check website for movies and show times. Admission is free. Shakespeare in the Park presents “The Comedy of Errors” Lynnwood 8/3/17 Lynndale Park Amphitheater, 18827 72nd Ave W, Lynnwood 425-670-5732, www.ci.lynnwood.wa.us The story of two sets of identical twins that were accidentally separated at birth, this is Shakepseare’s shortest and one of his most farcical comedies, with a major part of the humor coming from slapstick and mistaken identity, in addition to puns and word play. Enjoy this Shakespeare classic performed outside by Backyard Bard – rain or shine! Bring blankets or cushions to sit on, there is very limited space for camping chairs. Admission is free, parking available at Lynndale Elementary. Show starts at 7pm. Stanwood-Camano Community Fair 8/4/17-8/6/17 Stanwood Fairgrounds 6431 Pioneer Hwy. 360-629-4121, www.stanwoodcamanofair.org, www. stanwoodrotary.org The “Best Lil Fair in the West” is one of the largest community fairs in Washington State which showcases the Stanwood-Camano Community’s past, present and future. Enjoy exhibits, entertainment and carnival! Located just outside the City of Stanwood on the historic Pioneer Highway. Friday & Saturday 9am-9pm, Sunday 9am -6pm. Free parking at Stanwood High School with shuttle to fairgrounds. Adults: $10, Seniors & Children: $7, Under 5: Free, Season Pass: $20. 14th Annual Index Arts Festival 8/5/17 Doolittle Park 503 Avenue A, Index www.indexartsfestival.com Plan to take a day trip to the charming town of Index and enjoy outdoor painting, crafts marketplace, live music all day, poetry readings, food cabana in the park and children’s art activity area. Booths open 10am to 6pm, Music from 10am to 10pm. Admission and parking is free. Granite Falls Show & Shine 8/5/17 Downtown Granite Falls 360-691-7733, www.granitefallswa.com Over 150 antique and show cars converge on downtown Granite Falls for a day of beauty! Enjoy the sights, sounds and scents of the many vendors providing food, crafts, and more. Car registration starts at 7am, event 8am-3pm. Summer Meltdown Music Festival - Darrington 8/11/17-8/14/17 Whitehorse Mountain Amphitheater, 42501 State Rte. 530 NE, Darrington www.summermeltdownfest.com Come on down to this one of kind music and camping festival! Check the festival website for ticket and parking prices. Thurs Gate Hours: 2pm10pm, Fri-Sat 10am-10pm, Sun 10am-8pm. Weekend pass $215. Homegrown Festival – Marysville 8/11/17-8/13/17 Downtown Marysville www.facebook.com/marysvillestreetfestival/info Handmade and hand grown items for purchase. Over a 100 vendor marketplace showcasing local produce, artisans, musicians, and artists. Entertainment for kids & adults. Spend a day in Marysville enjoying the marketplace and street fair. Fri & Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 10am-3pm. Taste of Edmonds 8/11/17-8/13/17 Civic Playfield 310 6th Ave. N, Edmonds www.atasteofedmonds.com Taste of Edmonds, the 3rd largest 3-day festival in the state of

Washington and among the “Top 100 North American Festivals.” Three days of arts and crafts, kids rides, kids’ activities, 35 food vendors, 3 stages of entertainment plus lots of roving entertainers, and beer and wine gardens. Friday & Saturday 11am-10pm, Sunday 11am-7pm. Sky Valley Stock & Antique Tractor Club Show-Frohning Farm 8/11/17-8/13/17 Frohning Dairy Farm, 19524 Tualco Loop Road, Monroe 360-568-6689, www.skyvalleyantiquetractor.com A non-profit club promoting history & preservation of farming. There will be competitions in threshing and bailing. Pedal tractors for kids, hayrides and a variety of vendors. 8am-5pm. $7 for adults, $5 active military, children 12 and under are free, seniors free on Friday. Maplewood Rock and Gem Club Annual Rock and Mineral SaleEdmonds 8/12/16-8/13/16 Maplewood Clubhouse 8802 196th St SW, Edmonds www.maplewoodrockclub.com Our 11th annual sale of rocks and minerals featuring over 20 dealers in everything from rough material to cut and polished gems and jewelry. Experienced rockhounds and the beginner alike will find something to add to their collection. Sat 9am-5pm & Sun 10am-5pm. Free admission. Stillaguamish Festival of the River & Pow Wow-Arlington 8/12/17-8/13/17 River Meadows County Park 20416 Jordan Rd., Arlington www.festivaloftheriver.com Listen to music, enjoy an authentic salmon bake, children’s activities, logging show, exhibits and a Pow Wow. This festival celebrates our rivers & watersheds. Gates open at 11am, children’s and informational booths close at 6pm, salmon bake closes at 8pm or when the fish runs out. See website for entertainment schedule. Admission is free. Parking $10. Dahlia Show-Everett 8/19/17-8/20/17 Floral Hall at Forest Park, 802 E. Mukilteo Blvd., Everett www.everettwa.gov This is an annual hit with garden enthusiasts. Catch the colorful display of more than 2,500 dahlias as single blooms, triple blooms, and five blooms, in baskets and in artistic arrangements. Prizes are awarded to winning entries. This annual show is presented by the Snohomish County Dahlia Society. Sat 1-6pm, Sun 10am-4:30pm. Free admission. Fresh Paint: Festival of Artists at Work-Everett 8/19/17-8/20/17 Port of Everett Marina, 1700 West Marine View Drive, Everett www.schack.org/events/fresh-paint Painting, pottery, glass, jewelry, mixed media, fiber arts, photography, a farmers market & more will be offered. Every artist is in action. Join the Float Find on Jetty Island. Festival runs 10am-5pm. Evergreen State Fair-Monroe 8/24/17-9/4/17 Evergreen State Fairgrounds, 14405 179th Ave. SE, Monroe 360-805-6700, www.evergreenfair.org Enjoy carnival rides, concerts and shows, Rodeo day, demonstrations, Race day, “fair” food, competitive exhibits, 4H, “special” admission days and more. 10am-10pm. Everett Bubble Run 5K 8/26/17 Downtown Everett www.bubblerun.com Grab your family and friends and run/walk through colored bubble stations. Bubble Run is like no other 5K run you have done! Run starts at 8am. Vintage Aircraft Weekend 9/1/16-9/3/16 Historic Flight Foundation, 10719 Bernie Webber Drive, Mukilteo 425-348-3200, www.vintageaircraftweekend.org Join us for food, fun, flying, music, history, inspiration and excitement. 10am-5pm each day. Classic Car Show-Stanwood 9/2/17 Stanwood Senior & Community Center, 7430 276th St. NW, Stanwood 360-629-7403, www.stanwoodseniorcenter.org Cars, door prizes, food, entertainment. 8am-2pm.

Mukilteo Lighthouse Festival 9/8/17-9/10/17 Lighthouse Park 609 Front St., Mukilteo 425-353-5516, www.mukilteolighthousefestival.com Artist’s booths, bands, parade, children’s activities, lighthouse tours, salmon bake, fireworks and much more! The Chamber of Commerce Entertainment Garden with live music, microbrews and wine is open until midnight on both Friday and Saturday night. Park at Olympic View Middle School or Kamiak High School & take the shuttle. No parking at Lighthouse Park. Admission is free. Fri 4pm-midnight, Sat 11ammignight, Sun 11am-5pm. Art show closes at 7pm Fri-Sat, 5pm Sun. Children’s area and food vendors close at 10:30pm Fri-Sat, 5pm Sun. Puget Sound Bird Fest-Edmonds 9/15/17-9/17/17 Frances Anderson Center 700 Main St., Edmonds www.pugetsoundbirdfest.org The Puget Sound Bird Fest in is a yearly celebration of the birds and of nature found on the beautiful shores of Puget Sound. Our three-day events include speakers, guided walks, land and water-based field trips, exhibits, and educational activities for children and adults. General admission is free, some guided walks and field trips require advance registration and a fee. Red Bull Global Rallycross 9/9/17-9/10/17 Evergreen Speedway 14405 179th Ave SE, Monroe www.redbullgoballyrallycross.com, www.evergreenspeedway.com Come watch the biggest names in the sport. Drivers will be earning crucial points heading into the double header finale in Los Angeles. Pirate Day 9/16/17 Bothell Country Village, 23718 Bothell Everett Highway, Bothell 425-483-2250, www.countryvillagebothell.com Aye…..All hands on deck! Come in yer best pirate garb and follow the clues on a treasure map to solve the mystery & enter to win a Country Village gift certificate and/or a pirate day souvenir t-shirt for $3. Meet fer some fun, grub, and a special visit from the Pirates of Treasure Island (Noon-3pm). Pirate booty abounds at participating shops. 12-4pm. Pioneer Days at Stillaguamish Valley Pioneer Museum 9/16/17 20722 67th Ave NE, Arlington 360-435-7289, http://www.stillymuseum.org A fun day for children of all ages, hands on activities; milk a cow, wash clothes, sewing with an old machine, shake shingles, churn butter, grind wheat, and more. 1-4pm. Pioneer Days is free. Museum admission $5 for adults; $2 for children 12 & under. Return of the Salmon Celebration-Sultan 9/23/16 Osprey Park 801 1st St, Sultan 360-793-0983, www.skyvalleychamber.com Remembering Chief T’seul-Ted and protecting our Salmon Watersheds along with fun activities happen each year at the event. This community celebration includes at 5k Salmon Run. Please check the Sky Valley Chamber website for updates. The Annual Arts of the Terrace Juried Art Show-Mountlake Terrace 9/23/17-10/8/17 Mountlake Terrace Library, 23300 58th Ave. W., Mountlake Terrace 425-771-7068, www.cityofmlt.com Enjoy paintings, prints, drawings, miniatures, photography and 3-dimensional works by top local and regional artists. This is one of the best art shows in the region and a great way to spend a beautiful fall weekend! Mon-Thu 12-6pm, Fri-Sat 12-5pm, Sun 1-5pm. Snohomish Hot Rod & Classic Car Show 9/24/16 Downtown Snohomish www.cityofsnohomish.com The car show fills the Historic downtown streets from 10am-4pm, with over 600 of the most beautiful antique, classic, exotic, hot rod cars and trucks. It’s the Best of the Northwest!

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Lombardi’s Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar 425-252-1886 (Everett) 425-892-2931 (Mill Creek)

Skagit Valley Casino Resort 877-275-2448

I-5 Exit 236, Bow | www.theskagit.com Fun Never Tasted So Good. Whether you’re in the mood for a casual atmosphere or a more elegant dining experience, each of our three restaurants offers fantastic food in a unique setting.

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Maltby Café 425-483-3123

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Evergreen Inn & Suites 19103 Highway 2 Monroe, WA

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Canyon Park area. Shuttle.

Extended Stay America 8410 Broadway Everett, WA


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Full kitchen in all rooms. 24 hour guest laundry.

Extended Stay America 1431 112th St SE Everett, WA


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Silver Lake area. Near Future of Flight and Harbour Pointe Golf Club.

Extended Stay America 3021 196th St SW Lynnwood, WA


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Fully-equipped kitchens.

Extended Stay America 3917 Harbour Pointe Blvd SW Mukilteo, WA


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Fairground Inn Motel 18950 Hwy 2 Monroe, WA

360-794-5401 www.fairgroundinn.net

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Far West Motel 6030 Evergreen Way Everett, WA

425-355-3007

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M U K I LT E O Lighthouse Park

www.mukilteochamber.org/discover Whidbey Island Ferry

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Harbour Pointe Golf Course

Paine Field Aerospace Museums

Hampton Inn and Suites 19324 Alderwood Mall Pkwy Lynnwood, WA

425-771-1888 800-771-8555 www.hamptonseattlenorth.com

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Hampton Inn Seattle/Everett Downtown 2931 West Marine View Drive Everett, WA

425-349-4466 www.hamptoninn3.hilton.com

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Hilton Garden Inn 22600 Bothell Everett Highway Bothell, WA

425-486-0400 800-STAY-HGI www.seattlebothell.hgi.com

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Hilton Garden Inn 8401 Paine Field Blvd Mukilteo, WA

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Close to Boeing. Business Center, indoor pool, complimentary evening reception Tue-Thurs.

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Golden West Motel 23916 Highway 99 Edmonds, WA

Fitness Center


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Beautiful hotel in downtown Everett boasting waterfront views.

www.seattlenortheverett.gardeninn.com

Holiday Inn Express- Canyon Park 22922 15th Ave SE Bothell, WA

425-483-8100 800-864-8165 www.hiexpress.com/bothellwa

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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites 131 128th St SW Everett, WA

425-609-4000 800-465-4329 www.hiexpress.com/everettwa

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ROAD TRIPPERS

◆ 5 minutes to beaches, ferry,

restaurants, fishing and shopping ◆ 20 minutes north of Seattle ◆ 100% non-smoking ◆ Fitness room

◆ Complimentary expanded continental breakfast, WiFi and parking ◆ Seasonal pool ◆ Licensed massage therapist ◆ Meeting space

Snohomish County is “Ground Zero” for exploration of six of Washington State’s 29 Official Scenic Byways. Order your FREE Scenic Byways Guide and Road Map today by calling 1-800-544-1800.

Reservations: 1.800.441.8033 or 425.771.5021 www.bwedmondsharborinn.com Each Best Western® branded hotel is independently owned and operated

www.ScenicWA.com Spring & Summer 2017 SNOHOMISH COUNTY

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One mile from Tulalip Resort Casino and Spa and Seattle Premium Outlets.

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Two-story waterslide. Across from Alderwood Mall.

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Boutique-style Inn located on the Everett Marina, next to fine dining.

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In room coffee, microwave and fridge. Free access to new Aquatic Center.

425-778-2181 800-787-2181 //kandemotorinnmotel.com

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Walking distance to shopping and restaurants.

La Quinta Inn 12619 4th Ave W Everett, WA

425-347-9099 800-753-3757 www.lq.com

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La Quinta Inn 4300 Alderwood Mall Blvd Lynnwood, WA

425-775-7447 800-775-0805 www.lq.com

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Marriott TownePlace Suites 8521 Mukilteo Speedway Mukilteo, WA

425-551-5900 800-257-3000 www.marriott.com/SEATS

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Medallion Hotel 16710 Smokey Point Blvd Arlington, WA

360-657-0500 888-317-0499 www.medallionhotel.net

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360-794-6751

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Motel 6 Everett North 10006 Evergreen Way Everett, WA

425-347-2060 800-466-8356 www.motel6.com

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Motel 6 Everett South 224 128th St SW Everett, WA

425-353-8120 800-466-8356 www.motel6.com

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Motel Express 2301 Broadway Everett, WA

425-259-6131 //motelexpress.webs.com/

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Navy Gateway Inns & Suites 13918 45th Avenue NE Marysville, WA 98271

425-304-3000 800-628-9466 www.cnic.navy.mil/everett

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360-403-7222 866-966-7829 www.qualityinn.com/hotel/wa179

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360-658-1339 800-4-CHOICE www.choicehotels.com/hotel/wa166

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425-609-4550 800-499-2093 www.hoteleverett.com

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425-672-1234 800-261-9168 www.hiexpress.com/lynnwoodwa

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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites 8606 36th Ave NE Marysville, WA

360-530-1234 888-465-4329 www.hiexpress.com/marysvillewa

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Homewood Suites by Hilton 18123 Alderwood Mall Parkway Lynnwood, WA

425-670-8943 ww.homewoodsuites3.hilton.com

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425-252-6779 888-252-6779 www.innatportgardner.com

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360-568-2208 800-548-9993 www.snohomishinn.com



HOTELS/MOTELS Holiday Inn Express 2519 196th Street SW Lynnwood, WA

Hotel International 5621 196th St SE Lynnwood, WA

425-771-1777 800-626-5750 //lynnwoodhotelinternational.com/index.html

Inn at Port Gardner 1700 W Marine View Dr Everett, WA Inn at Snohomish 323 Second St Snohomish, WA K & E Motor Inn 23921 Highway 99 Edmonds, WA

Monroe Motel 20310 Old Owen Rd Monroe, WA

Quality Inn 5200 172nd St NE Arlington, WA Quality Inn Marysville 6311 33rd Ave NE Tulalip, WA Quality Inn & Suites 101 128th St SE Everett, WA

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Business center.

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AAA Diamond. Close to Boeing and Future of Flight museum.

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Day spa. Minutes from Outlets and Casinos. The Cellar Restaurant & Lounge

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Quiet location on 3 acres, near fairgrounds.

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Near Boeing center. For the business and leisure traveler.

Open to Active Duty Military, Reservist, Retirees, Dependent/s with valid I.d. Card.

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Red Lion Inn & Suites Everett 1122 Broadway Everett, WA

425-405-3607 844-248-7467 www.redlion.com/everett

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Residence Inn by Marriott 18200 Alderwood Mall Pkwy Lynnwood, WA

425-771-1100 800-331-3131 www.marriott.com/SEALW

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425-774-7700

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425-423-8600 800-311-1461 www.silvercloud.com/mukilteo.htm

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Smokey Point Motor Inn 17329 Smokey Point Dr Arlington, WA

360-659-8561

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Next to I-5. Quiet. 24 hour on duty.

St Frances Motel 23905 Highway 99 Edmonds, WA

425-775-0496

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Staybridge Suites 9600 Harbour Place Mukilteo, WA

425-493-9500 800-225-1237 www.staymukilteo.com

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Near Paine Field, Future of Flight and Boeing. Close to Mukilteo ferry.

Stevens Pass Motel 809 Croft Avenue Gold Bar, WA

360-793-6633 www.stevenspassmotel.net

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Rustic cabin style, mountain view.

425-771-3139 www.staystudio6.com

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Fully furnished studios. Kids stay free.

425-347-1100 www.sunriseinneverett.com

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Located close to Interstate 5 and Boeing facilities.

360-629-2888 www.stanwoodhotelsaloon.com

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425-259-6141 800-578-7878 www.travelodge.com

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360-716-6000 888-716-7162 www.tulalipresort.com

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360-659-0005 800-659-0005 www.villageinnsuite.com

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360-793-8784 888-337-7492 www.wallacefallslodge.com

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425-252-8828

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425-645-9260 844-974-6835

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Rodeo Inn 20707 Hwy 99 Lynnwood, WA Silver Cloud Inn 718 Front St Mukilteo, WA

Studio 6 6017 244th St SW Mountlake Terrace, WA Sunrise Motor Inn 8421 Evergreen Way Everett, WA The Stanwood Hotel 26926 102nd Avenue NW Stanwood, WA Travelodge- Everett City Center 3030 Broadway Everett, WA Travelodge Seattle North/Edmonds 23825 Highway 99 Edmonds, WA Tulalip Resort Casino & Spa 10200 Quil Ceda Blvd. Tulalip, WA Village Inn & Suites 235 Beach Avenue Marysville, WA Waits Motel 1301 Lombard Ave Everett, WA Wallace Falls Lodge 14424 Wallace Lake Rd Gold Bar, WA Welcome Motor Inn 1205 Broadway Everett, WA WoodSpring Suites Seattle Everett 7510 Broadway Everett, WA

425-771-8008 www.travelodge.com

425-252-3166 www.everettdowntownmotel.com

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425-398-9700 1-800-733-5466 www.redlion.com/bothell


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Red Lion Inn & Suites 3850 Monte Villa Pkwy Bothell, WA


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Spacious studio rooms

OPENING SPRING 2017 Free parking; military discount All Suite hotel w/ fully equipped kitchens, adjacent to Alderwood Mall.

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Economical Boutique style hotel located on the Mukilteo waterfront. Passes to local health club.

Renovated 1890 hotel & saloon.

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Close to Xfinity Arena Everett.

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Close to downtown Edmonds, 12 miles from downtown Seattle.

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Four star hotel and spa. Next door to Tulalip Casino and Seattle Premium Outlets.

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Top-notch, affordable, royal hospitality.

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Log Lodge on 10 acres. Perfect for retreats or weddings. Next to Wallace Fall State Park.

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Near Naval base.

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GREAT GETAWAYS Bed & Breakfasts Arlington’s River Rock Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360-403-7014 15425 133rd Ave NE, Arlington.| www.riverrockinnbnb.com 5 rooms, $199-229/night. Northwest lodge-style B&B & Spa with native trails, locally sourced hot breakfast, fireplaces and tubs for two in each room.

Bayside B & B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 425-252-2201 2201 Rucker Avenue, Everett.| www.baysidebnb.com 1897 historical mansion in downtown Everett. 4 guestrooms, $99$162/night.

Cadyville Carriage House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360-568-5390 304 Avenue A, Snohomish.| www.cadyvillecarriage.com/ 1 room, $115+/night. Separate quarters, continental breakfast, complete kitchen, hot tub in garden. Located in historic district.

Countryman B&B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360-568-9622/800-700-9622 119 Cedar, Snohomish.| www.countrymanbandb.com

Mansion Inn Lake Stevens B & B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 425-610-4746 1513 Mitchell Drive, Lake Stevens | www.mansioninnlakestevens.com 5 private rooms. $159-$219/night. Breakfast. Beautiful mansion with luxurious rooms, all with lake views.

Mountain Loop Bed & Breakfast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360-691-4760 30528 Mt. Loop Highway, Granite Falls. | //mlbnb.com 3 rooms. $102-140/night. Full breakfast included. Covered outdoor kennels for dogs.

Mystic Mountain B&B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360-435-5888 29909 Oso Loop Rd., Arlington | www.mysticmountainbnb.com

Mystic Mountain Bed & Breakfast is in a restored 1922 Dairy Barn, which offers two private rooms and an open shared living space and shared full bath. The country themed living room offers a pellet stove for warmth, comfortable seating, a television to watch movies and the ambiance of the old west. Costs for two guests: $145-175 with Full breakfast.

3 rooms. $110-$140/night. Full or continental breakfast, 1896 Queen Anne Victorian home in historic downtown.

Cabins & Vacation Rentals

Dayton B&B, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 425-778-3611 522 Dayton, Edmonds.

A Cabin On the Sky . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60-793-0100 800 Ave., A, Index | www.acabinonthesky.com/

2 rooms, $95/night. Deluxe continental breakfast (extra charge), kitchenette, view of the bay and mountains, private apartment.

On the Skykomish River in Index. Sleeps up to four people. Hot tub, free wifi, fire bowl on deck.

Elleries River Cottages on the Stillaguamish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206-362-9200 31420 365th Dr NE, Arlington | www.elleriesrivercottages.com/home.html

A River Runs Through It . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360-569-2799 / 877-325-5881 Baring | www.greatcabins.com/riverruns/

Spend a day, a weekend or a week on the banks of the Stillaguamish River in one of Ellerie’s comfortable cottages. All cottages have private access to the river. Two bedrooms, one bath, sleeps up to five (5). Large river view deck. Wood-burning fireplace. Ellerie supplies all the food you need for a full fresh breakfast and you cook it how you like and when you like. $175-250/night, double occupancy.

Hagen White House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .425-293-4786 6904 E Lowell Larimer Road, Snohomish | www.hagenfamilyfarms.com

Hagen White House is a 2 story, 2000 sq. ft. home with 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, laundry room, wood fireplace and fully furnished kitchen. Guest will be provided meals. Enjoy beautiful mountain and Snohomish valley views. Great for wedding venues and other family gatherings. Sleeps 7 - Bedroom 1 has a king size bed, Bedroom 2 has a double bed, Bedroom 3 has 3 twin beds. Non-smoking and no pets allowed. Minimum stay of 2 nights. Average nightly stay is $175-225. Also on the property is a 2 bedroom farmhouse. Call for details.

Hogland House B&B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 425-742-7639/800-480-9570 917 Webster St., Mukilteo.| www.hoglandhouse.com 2 rooms, $95-$140/night. Hearty country breakfast, 1906 Craftsman home, view of Puget Sound. Vintage 1 bedroom cabin on grounds also available.

Lil’Norski Bed & Breakfast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360-435-9636 Arlington | //lilnorski.com/ A deluxe breakfast and a beautiful secluded scene on the Stillaguamish River, makes this getaway a sweet place to stay. Sleeps 4, 2 bedrooms. No smoking/no pets. $119-$139/night.

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Off Highway 2 near Index on Index Creek in Baring. Hot tub, fire pit. Sleeps up to four people.

A Riverside Retreat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206-429-5210 207 Avenue A, Index | www.ariversideretreat.com/

This 2 bedroom vacation rental property stretches over 5 city lots, and is perfectly perched along the crystal clear waters of the Skykomish River. Hot tub, covered porch. Sleeps four.

Bonny Sky Lodge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 509-996-2148/800-422-3048 Index | www.centralreservations.net/lodging/bonnysky

One hour NE of Seattle in Index. Wonderfully private location, surrounded by trees. Hot tub, internet. Accommodates a small group/ family, max. of 10 people. 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms

Cabins at Flowing Lake County Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 425-388-6600 17900 48th St. SE, Snohomish | //snohomishcountywa.gov/Facilities

Escape to a cozy cabin in the woods. Each cabin comes furnished with a futon and/or bunk bed which sleep 5, table and 4 chairs. Snohomish County Parks.

Cabin at Mount Pilchuck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 425-754-5111 9829 353rd Dr NE, Granite Falls | www.mountpilchuck.com Off the Mountain Loop Hwy in the Mt. Baker Snoqualmie Nat’l Forest. Cabin overlooks the river. Great area for family reunions, and more. Sleeps six.

GREAT GETAWAYS Kayak Kottage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 425-388-6600 15610 Marine Drive, Stanwood | //snohomishcountywa.gov/Facilities Kayak County Park offers a unique 3-bedroom Craftsman-style vacation house situated on a bluff overlooking Puget Sound. Max. 7 people. Snohomish County Parks.

Lake Goodwin Resort Cabins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360-652-8169 4726 Lakewood Road, Stanwood | www.lakegoodwinresort.com/ Cabin_Camping_Stanwood_WA.html All of our cabins have microwave ovens and outdoor barbecue grills. The main cabin has 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, and 2 hideaway beds. The kitchen has a stove and a refrigerator. 3 smaller cabins have 1 living room and 1 bathroom.

Maggie’s Cabins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360-223-0392 Baring | www.thecabinatbaring.com Beautiful knotty pine cabin on 100 feet of scenic Skykomish River, in the Mt. Index Valley, 25 miles from Stevens. Covered porch, hot tub, 2 bedrooms, 1 bath. Maximum occupancy is four. Also available nearby is another 2 bedroom cabin and a small lodge.

Paca Pride Guest Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360-691-3395 28311 Mountain Loop Highway, Granite Falls | www.pacapride.com/ Camping/retreat experience with rustic resort comfort; from spaces for tent camping to completely furnished accommodations in a guest room at the main lodge to a decked out yurt.

Wallace Falls Cabins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 888-CAMPOUT/888-226-7688 14503 Wallace Falls Rd., Gold Bar | //washington.goingtocamp.com/WallaceFallsStatePark

Five cabins in Wallace Falls State Park near trails & lake. Sleeps up to five people per cabin.

Yurt Village at Kayak Point County Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 425-388-6600 15610 Marine Drive, Stanwood | //snohomishcountywa.gov/Facilities

RV Parks & Campgrounds Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . 877-833-6777 www.fs.usda.gov/recmain/mbs/recreation Wallace Falls State Park, Gold Bar . . . . . . . 360-793-8784 / 888-226-7688 www.parks.wa.gov/289/Wallace-Falls COUNTY PARKS www.snohomishcountywa.gov/1074/Parks-Facilities

Flowing Lake County Park, Snohomish . . Kayak Point County Park, Stanwood . . . . River Meadows County Park, Arlington . . Squire Creek, Arlington . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wenberg County Park, Stanwood . . . . . .

425-388-6600 / 360-568-2274 425-388-6600 / 360-652-7992 425-388-6600 / 360-435-3441 425-388-6600 / 360-435-3441 425-388-6600 / 360-657-7417

RV PARKS Angel of the Winds Casino & RV Park, Arlington . . . . . . . . 360-474-9740 www.angelofthewinds.com/rv-services Cascade Kamloops RV Park, Darrington . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360-436-1003 www.cascadekamloops.com Cedar Grove Shores RV Park, Stanwood . 360-652-7083/ 866-342-4981 www.cgsrvpark.com/ Evergreen State Fairgrounds, Monroe . . . 425-805-6727 / 360-805-6700 www.evergreenfair.org/142/RV-Park Harbour Pointe RV Park, Everett . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 425-789-1169 www.harbourpointervpark.com Lake Goodwin Resort, Stanwood . . . . . . . 360-652-8169 / 800-242-8169 www.lakegoodwinresort.com/Cabin_Camping_Stanwood_WA.html Lake Ki RV Resort, Arlington . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360-652-0619 www.lakekiresort.com

Camping in modern style dome tents that can accommodate up to five campers. Snohomish County Parks.

Lake Pleasant RV Park, Bothell . . . . . . . 425-487-1785 / 800-742-0386 www.goodsamcamping.com.s3.amazonaws.com/gsparks/LakePleasant/ LakePleasant.html

Vaction Rental Websites

Lakeside RV Park, Everett . . . . . . . . . . . . 425-347-2970 / 800-468-7275 www.lakesidervpark.net

Airbnb Various locations | www.airbnb.com/s/Snohomish-County Home Away (AKA- VRBO) Various locations | www.homeaway.com; www.vrbo.com

May of Snohomish County rental cabins and homes are listed on this site. Over 100 beautiful rentals in all price ranges.

Vacation Rental Cabins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206-219-6427 Various locations | www.vacationrentalcabins.com Over 15 rental cabins available within Snohomish County. Includes a Farm house, cottages, waterfront cabins, with amenities such as hot tubs, fire pits, pet friendly and beautiful views. Sleeping availability from 1 up to 14 people per rental.

Maple Grove RV Resort, Everett . . . . . . . 425-423-9608 / 866-793-2200 www.maplegroverv.com/ Port Susan Camping Club, Tulalip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360-652-7520 www.portsusancamping.org/Default.aspx Smokey Point Mobile Home/RV Park, Arlington . . . . . . . . . 360-387-0199 www.smokeypointrv.com/Home.html Snohomish RV & Mobile Home Park, Snohomish . . . . . . . 360-568-9433 Twin Cedars RV Park, Lynnwood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 425-742-5540 www.goodsamcamping.com/travel/campgroundsandrvparks/generalinfo.aspx?cgid=870001276


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Transportation Information Airporter Shuttle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 866-235-5247 www.airporter.com Non-stop service to Seatac 11 times a day. Convenient, comfortable, and affordable! Amtrak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800-USA-RAIL Community Transit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800-562-1375 Paine Field-Snohomish County Airport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 425-353-2110 Port of Edmonds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 425-775-4588 www.portofedmonds.org Port of Everett Marina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 425-259-6001 www.portofeverett.com Shuttle Express . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800-487-7433 www.shuttleexpress.com Washington State Ferries . . . . . . . . . . . 888-808-7977 www.wsdot.wa.gov/Ferries

National Forest & Washington State Parks Information

GETTING HERE By Air

By Train or Bus

By Car

By Ferry

Sea-Tac International Airport is located approximately 40 miles south of Everett.

Washington State Parks Information........................................... 360-902-8844

Two ferry terminals within 20 miles of Everett serve Whidbey Island, the Kitsap Peninsula. Washington State ferries now takes reservations for some routes including San Juan Islands at wsdot.wa.gov/ferries or call 888-808-7977.

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Chambers of Commerce/ Visitor Information Centers

Mukilteo Ferry ©Eric Sheckler

Bellevue

Interstate 5 provides access to Everett from the north and south; Interstates 90 and 405 access I-5 from the southeast. State Highway 2 provides access from the northeast.

Everett

Mt. Baker -Snoqualmie National Forest........................... 425-783-6000; 800-627-0062

Served by Amtrak, Northwest Trailways and Greyhound Bus Lines. All local and regional buses have bike racks.

Arlington/Smokey Point Chamber & Visitor Center............................... 360-659-5453 Darrington City Hall....................................... 360-436-1131 Economic Alliance Snohomish County......................................... 425-743-4567 Edmonds Visitor Center.................................. 425-776-6711 Edmonds Chamber......................................... 425-670-1496 Gold Bar City Hall........................................... 360-793-1101 Granite Falls Chamber................................... 425-591-3998 Index Town Hall.............................................. 360-793-2488 Lake Stevens Chamber................................... 425-334-0433 Lynnwood Chamber........................................ 425-563-7505 Marysville Tulalip Visitors Center and Chamber................................................ 360-659-7700 Monroe Chamber............................................ 360-794-5488 Mukilteo Chamber and VIC............................. 425-347-1456 Greater Bothell Chamber (Bothell, Mill Creek)....................................... 425-485-4353 Snohomish Chamber...................................... 360-568-2526 Stanwood Chamber........................................ 360-629-0562 Stanwood Visitors Center............................... 360-629-3888 Sky Valley Visitors Center and Chamber (Index, Sultan)......................... 360-793-0983


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FERRY SCHEDULE Edmonds / Kingston

Edmonds / Kingston

Mukilteo / Clinton

Mukilteo / Clinton

Spring 2017 Sailing Schedule

Summer 2017 Sailing Schedule

Spring 2017 Sailing Schedule

Summer 2017 Sailing Schedule

(April 2-June 24, 2017) Crossing Time: Approximately 30 minutes

(Check www.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries for Summer Schedule Updates) Crossing Time: Approximately 30 minutes

(April 2-June 24, 2017) Crossing Time: Approximately 20 minutes

(Check www.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries for Summer Schedule Updates) Crossing Time: Approximately 20 minutes

Daily Leave Mukilteo

Daily Leave Edmonds 5:35l, 6:20t, 7:10, 7:55, 8:50, 9:40, 10:30, 11:10, 12:05, 12:40, 1:40, 2:25, 3:15, 3:55, 4:45, 5:25, 6:15, 7:00, 7:40, 8:30, 9:00, 9:50n, 10:25, 11:10v, 11:45, 12:55z

Daily Leave Edmonds 5:35l, 6:20t, 7:10, 7:55, 8:50, 9:40, 10:30, 11:10, 12:05, 12:40, 1:40, 2:25, 3:15, 3:55, 4:45, 5:25, 6:15, 7:00, 7:40, 8:30, 9:00, 9:50n, 10:25, 11:10v, 11:45, 12:55z

5:05l, 5:35l, 6:00, 6:30l, 7:00, 7:30l, 8:00, 8:30, 9:00, 9:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, 12:00, 12:30, 1:00, 1:30, 2:00, 2:30, 3:00, 3:30, 4:00, 4:30, 5:00, 5:30, 6:00, 6:30, 7:00, 7:35, 8:00, 8:25, 9:00, 9:25n, 10:00, 10:20t, 11:00, 12:00, 1:05

Daily Leave Kingston

Daily Leave Clinton

4:55l, 5:35t, 6:25, 7:05, 7:55, 8:40, 9:40, 10:25, 11:15, 11:55, 12:50, 1:30, 2:30, 3:10, 4:00, 4:40, 5:30, 6:10, 7:00, 7:45, 8:20, 9:10, 9:40, 10:30v, 11:05, 12:05z

4:40l, 5:05l, 5:30, 6:00l, 6:30, 7:00l, 7:30, 8:00, 8:30, 9:00, 9:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, 12:00, 12:30, 1:00, 1:30, 2:00, 2:30, 3:00, 3:30, 4:00 4:30, 5:00, 5:30, 6:00, 6:30, 7:00, 7:30, 8:00, 8:30, 8:55n, 9:30, 9:50t, 10:30, 11:30, 12:30

Daily Leave Kingston 4:55l, 5:35t, 6:25, 7:05, 7:55, 8:40, 9:40, 10:25, 11:15, 11:55, 12:50, 1:30, 2:30, 3:10, 4:00, 4:40, 5:30, 6:10, 7:00, 7:45, 8:20, 9:10, 9:40, 10:30v, 11:05, 12:05z

Bold times indicate PM l Mondays through Saturdays only t Mondays through Saturdays only, except Holidays (Memorial Day) n Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays only (Memorial Day) v Fridays and Sundays only z Friday night/Saturday morning only

Ferry Riding—The Ultimate Northwest Experience Tour pastoral and charming Whidbey Island after a fun ferry ride from Mukilteo or visit the Kitsap Peninsula and Olympic Peninsula after strolling through Edmonds, launching your day trip from their

ferry dock. Please verify sailing times at www.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries or

call 888-808-7977

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Daily Leave Mukilteo 5:05l, 5:35l, 6:00, 6:30l, 7:00, 7:30l, 8:00, 8:30, 9:00, 9:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, 12:00, 12:30, 1:00, 1:30, 2:00, 2:30, 3:00, 3:30, 4:00, 4:30, 5:00, 5:30, 6:00, 6:30, 7:00, 7:35, 8:00, 8:25, 9:00, 9:25n, 10:00, 10:20t, 11:00, 12:00, 1:05 Daily Leave Clinton 4:40l, 5:05l, 5:30, 6:00l, 6:30, 7:00l, 7:30, 8:00, 8:30, 9:00, 9:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, 12:00, 12:30, 1:00, 1:30, 2:00, 2:30, 3:00, 3:30, 4:00 4:30, 5:00, 5:30, 6:00, 6:30, 7:00, 7:30, 8:00, 8:30, 8:55n, 9:30, 9:50t, 10:30, 11:30, 12:30

Bold times indicate PM l Mondays through Fridays only, except Holidays n Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays (Memorial Day) t Saturdays only

Experience the Thrill of Seeing

WHALES in the Wild 32nd

Anniversary

Family Business

Whale

GUARANTEED Sightings

Go whale watching in Seattle! The metro area now has its first-ever, half-day whale watching tour. See killer whales, humpback whales, and all the majestic wildlife in the San Juan Islands on our new tour out of downtown Edmonds – just a few minutes north of Seattle. Give us 4 1/2 hours - we guarantee you’ll see whales!

Reserve online

PugetSoundExpress.com 360-385-5288 Port of Edmonds, Parking Area 9


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