Take a Family Kayaking Trip on San Juan Island
Content by Jennifer Furber In the fifteen years I’ve called the islands home, I had never been kayaking on San Juan Island. I walk along the island’s shores all summer long and float atop the sea in our fishing boat. I had thought I’d seen all I could see. Besides, I’m scared of deep water, […]
Where to go Kayaking on San Juan Island
There’s nothing quite like gliding along the glassy waters of the Salish Sea and waterways surrounding our unique archipelago, just you and your paddle, taking it at your speed. It’s no surprise that kayaking on San Juan Island is the most popular pastime for visitors—and you’ll likely encounter a lot of locals hitting the water […]
Hike out to the Cattle Point Lighthouse on San Juan Island
There are some incredible coastal landscapes around San Juan Island, from rugged bluffs and driftwood-lined beaches to open grasslands overlooking the Salish Sea. Among the island’s most recognizable landmarks is the Cattle Point Lighthouse, a historic beacon at the southern edge of the island that combines scenic hiking, maritime history, wildlife viewing, and some of […]
5 of the Best Reasons to Visit The Whale Museum in Friday Harbor
One of the biggest draws to the San Juan Islands is the whale-watching opportunities, and for those heading to the Northwest, with that in mind, you really must stop by the Friday Harbor Whale Museum. Established in 1979, this museum is dedicated to promoting stewardship of whales and the Salish Sea ecosystem through education and […]
The Best Reasons to Visit The Whale Museum in Friday Harbor
One of the biggest draws to the San Juan Islands is the whale-watching opportunities, and for those heading to the Northwest, with that in mind, you really must stop by the Friday Harbor Whale Museum. Established in 1979, this museum is dedicated to promoting stewardship of whales and the Salish Sea ecosystem through education and […]
Take a Family Kayaking Trip on San Juan Island
Content by Jennifer Furber In the fifteen years I’ve called the islands home, I had never been kayaking on San Juan Island. I walk along the island’s shores all summer long and float atop the sea in our fishing boat. I had thought I’d seen all I could see. Besides, I’m scared of deep water, […]