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Fawn Island – Once Known as Fisherman’s Island
Can you guess how many deer-related names exist in the San Juan Islands? Maybe you’re familiar with Fawn Island tucked into Deer Harbor on Orcas Island, the exotic species of Fallow and Sika deer living on Spieden Island, or the … Continue reading
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Canoe Island – Parlez-vous Français?
Winter sailing? You betcha! Snowflakes, like feathers from heaven, fell from the sky and blanketed our sailboat anchored on the west side of Canoe Island. Imagine evergreen trees flocked in white and the island’s rocky shoreline fringed with frost. Seabirds call to … Continue reading
Posted in Canoe Island, San Juan Islands & Vicinity
Tagged American Camp Association, Canoe Island, Canoe Island French Camp, croquet, Deb Garland, Deb Garland's San Juan Islands & Beyond, Dr. Warren Austin, France, French, Lopez Island, Proverbs 22:6, San Juan Islands, Shaw Island, Upright Channel, Western Association of Independent Camps, www.blog.debgarland.com, www.debgarland.com
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Allan Island – Two Talented Owners
Exiting Deception Pass aboard a 16-foot Safeboat, we skirted Allan Island on a day trip to circumnavigate Fidalgo Island, home of Anacortes. This small town with its several marinas is known as the “gateway” to the San Juan Islands. Allan … Continue reading
Ferryboat Islands – Part 2
Lopez Island is the first island on the Washington State Ferries route into the San Juan Islands from Anacortes. It is the third largest island, looks like the letter “L” from the air, and is known as the “friendly” island. Residents … Continue reading