Congratulations Graduates! - The Crab Cracker

Issue 68 • June 1 - June 14, 2012 

Congratulations Graduates! 

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TABLE OF 

CONTENTS 

Artist of the Week..............................................................................40 

Business Spotlight............................................................................41 

CALENDAR OF EVENTS................................................ 5-21 

Classes & Workshops, Etc...............................................................22 

Classifieds Listings......................................................................36-37 

Community Information & Announcements / News.....46-57 

Dining Guide......................................................................................28 

Fresh From the Farm........................................................................34 

Healthy Living....................................................................................60 

Jack Gunter Book Excerpt..............................................................25 

Kids’ Korner....................................................................................44-45 

Library News.......................................................................................59 

Local Poems & Stories.....................................................................35 

Maps of Camano Island, Stanwood, Silvana, Etc..............38-39 

Meetings & Clubs..............................................................................23 

Moonshine Wisdom & Wit..............................................................29 

Nature Notes.......................................................................................43 

Pet Pages..............................................................................................31 

Photos and Art from Your Friends...............................................63 

Senior Happenings...........................................................................24 

Stirring Up Memories................................................................26-27 

Tide Tables...........................................................................................62 

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CALENDAR 

OF EVENTS 

FRIDAY, JUNE 1 

Wild Turkeys 

Country and Oldies Rock! At the core, it’s a family band with brothers 

Jimmy & Roger Grover and their hot rockin’ keyboard mama, 

Margie. Family harmonies cannot be beat. The outgoing personalities 

and the talent of this band makes it a crowd pleaser. 9pmmidnight 

at Cyndy’s Broiler, 27021 102nd Ave NW, Stanwood, 360- 

629-4800. 

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for more 

information. 


Ready Readers: Baby & Me Storytime 

9:30am at Camano Island Library. Wiggle and giggle with your 

baby through silly stories, happy songs, rhymes, and activities that 

inspire a love of reading. Playtime follows. For newborns through 

18 months. Caregiver required. 


Ready Readers: Family Storytime 

10:30am at Camano Island Library. Funny stories and action songs 

will make you giggle and move while getting your little ones 

ready to read. Playtime or craft may follow. For ages 18 months 

and up with a caregiver. 

Retirement ~ Closing the Business Sale! 

All inventory, store shelves, copier, papers, 

ink cartridges, countertop and miscellaneous 

items for sale. 

 


CALENDAR 

OF EVENTS 


End of the School Year Bash 

Teens are welcome at the End of the School Year Bash 5-7 pm at 

the Stanwood Library. Preregistration required. Come celebrate 

the end of the school year and the beginning of the library’s Summer 

Reading program with pizza, gaming, and more! Register to 

win an iPod touch or a gift certificate from Snow Goose Book Store. 

For info, call 360-629-3132 or www.sno-isle.org. 


“CLUB FRIDAY” 

Community Open House and Free Lunch!! This is the only Open 

House with Free Lunch specifically designed to give back to the 

Community. Noon to 2 pm at Windermere Country Club location 

every Friday with Free Lunch and a different sponsor / speaker. 

Strange 

But True: 

Each year, 

more divers are 

injured by giant 

clams than by 

sharks. 


Friday Student West Coast Swing Night 

A safe and fun night out with dancing and friends for college aged 

and younger! 6:30 Intermediate lesson/7:30 Basics lesson/8-10PM 

Dance! $5 (First time FREE) Every Friday at The Atrium (8704 271st 

St. NW Stanwood) Parents are always welcome to come and watch! 

Your kids are getting really good! www.theatriumstanwood.com. 

SATURDAY, JUNE 2 

1st annual “art of beer, brats, biz 

AND MORE” 

Noon-4pm at the “Commons” at Terry’s Corner. The public is invited 

to come and obtain their “Passport to Discover the Real Camano 

Island”. The event will feature vendors, live music, art and promotional 

items from chamber members. There will be beer & wine 

tasting, delicious barbequed brats for purchase, and activities for 

the kids. To receive details on the event, or learn more about sponsorship 

benefits, please contact Karen Daum, Director at 360-629- 

7136 or via e-mail at chamber@camanoisland.org. We look forward 

to having you join us for this exciting summer kick-off event! 

 


CALENDAR 

OF EVENTS 


CAMANO ISLAND NATURE PROGRAM – 

A NATURE WALK 

Camano Island State Park amphitheater, 7:30 pm. With an expert 

Park Ranger explore one of the many wonderful trails at Camano 

Island State Park. Learn about the native plants along the trail and 

the birds and other wildlife the plants support. Email FOCIP.JudyC@gmail.com 

for more information. 


CASA FLEA MARKET 

9am-4pm, CASA, the Camano Animal Shelter Association, will 

sponsor a Flea Market at the Camano Center, 141 East Camano 

Drive. Come sort through the many treasures and make your purchase. 

Hot dogs will be served from 11am until 3pm. The animal 

shelter will be open for visiting from 11am-4pm. Stop by and meet 

our wonderful cats and dogs. All proceeds benefit CASA. 

FLAG DAY 

FACT: 

The days 

between June 

14 and July 4 

(all 21 of them) 

are known as 

“Honor America 

Days.“ 


The Luminaria Ceremony 

at our Relay For Life event. Simple white Luminaria bags are transformed 

and illuminated after dark. Each one is personalized with 

the name, photo, message or drawing in memory or honor of a 

friend or loved one who has been affected by cancer. Each luminaria 

candle represents a person. They are our mothers, fathers, 

sisters, brothers, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, friends, coworkers 

and so much more! As the sun sets, luminaria lining the track 

illuminate the night and a hush falls over the event that had been 

filled with the sounds of celebration. Relay For Life participants, 

survivors and caregivers then gather together for the Luminaria 

Ceremony to remember loved ones lost to cancer and to honor 

those who have battled the disease. Our Stanwood/Camano Luminaria 

Ceremony is at 10pm at the Stanwood High School Track. All 

members of the community are invited to attend and are encouraged 

to make bags of their own. Each bag is a suggested donation 

of $5, and the money raised for Luminaria goes back to help save 

lives and find a cure for cancer. For more info: Terri, 360-629-2604. 



CALENDAR 

OF EVENTS 


Nick Vigarino’s Mean Town Blues 

8pm at the Conway Muse. 


Saturday West Coast Swing Night 

Looking for something fun, social, and active to do on Saturday 

nights? Come to The Atrium, meet fun people, learn to dance, and 

enjoy great music! 6:30 Basic Lesson/7:15 Intermediate lesson/8PM 

Dance. $10 for the night/$5 for just the dance/$5 students. All ages 

welcome! Private lessons in swing, latin, and ballroom available as 

well. The Atrium (8704 271st St. NW Stanwood). www.theatriumstanwood.com 

360-474-7386. 

Strange 

But True: 

Ear wax and 

orange peel 

contain equal 

amounts of 

Vitamin C. 


Grover’s Tab 

Hot Country-Rock family harmonies, from the Grover’s Next Generation: 

Maddie, Lucy and Jessica. With the Wild Turkeys backing 

them up, it’s three generations of the musical Grover family. 9pmmidnight 

at Cyndy’s Broiler, 27021 102nd Ave NW, Stanwood, 360- 

629-4800. 

360-629-4597 

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“Our goal is to provide you & your family with 

state-of-the-art dental care in an environment 

that is both comfortable & caring.” 

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• VOTED “BEST DENTIST” 9 YEARS IN A ROW 

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CALENDAR 

OF EVENTS 


Camano Island Plastic Pot Recycling and 

FREE MARKET 

WSU Waste Wise will be holding their Plastic Plant Pot Recycling 

event from 10am - noon at the Island County Annex offices area. 

Bring your plastic plant pots for recycling, or pick up ones for future 

use or your next plant sale. This is a free event. We are also holding 

our 3rd “Free Market” event at the same time and location, by popular 

demand. Unlike the traditional Flea Market, the Free Market will 

be for folks who want to just get rid of all their excess “stuff” for free! 

No pricing, no haggling, no charge. Just bring your excess treasures 

or things you just don’t need anymore, and give them away to others 

who may need them! Questions? Contact Scott Chase at (360) 

387-3443 or email schase@wsu.edu. 


BINGO 

at the American Legion Hall, 609 W. Camano Drive. Doors open at 

4:30 P.M. and Bingo starts at 6:00 P.M. This is Family Bingo so hope 

to see you all. Snacks and beverages available. More info: Pat Tenan, 

360-387-5420. 

Strange 

But True: 

Blueberry jam 

removes tarnish 

from silver. 


Ford Giesbrecht & Philip Nakano performance 

at Dos Reales’ New Expansion in Stanwood. 5:30-8:30pm. An eclectic 

mix of Brazilian, Classical, Latin and American Jazz standards 

and hopped up pop. Designed to enhance your dining experience, 

not overpower it. No Cover. 

Appts: Mon-Thu 


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ForteMDA is the best source for Music, Dance & Art instruction and 

appreciation in the Camano Island and Stanwood area. If you want 

to foster your passion with the confidence of world-class talent and 

mentorship, then rest assured that your forté is our forté! 

www.fortemda.com 

1095 Essex Street A1 (on the north end of Camano Island) 

360-926-8519 • www.forteMDA.com 

E-mail: christopher@fortemda.com 


CALENDAR 

OF EVENTS 


Growing food for fall and winter harvest 

11am at Skagit Farmers Supply Country Store, 8815 272nd Street 

NW, Stanwood. Growing food for fall and winter harvest with Pam 

Shoberg. www.skagitfarmers.com. 

SATURDAY-SUNDAY, JUNE 2-3 

59th Annual Gem, Jewelry & Mineral Show 

10am-6pm (Sat) and 10am-5pm (Sun) at Everett Soccer Arena, 2201 

California St. Admission is FREE! Hosted by the Everett Rock & Gem 

Club. Displays of crystals & minerals, beads, pearls, fossils, exotic 

shells, polished decorative stone artwork, & handcrafted silver jewelry. 

Lapidary artists will demonstrate gemstone faceting, intarsia, 

wire wrapping, silversmithing, and stone shaping and polishing 

techniques. Hourly door prizes, demos, raffles, refreshments, dealers 

& more! Call 425-232-0809 for more info. A special educational 

and activity area for juniors under 18 years old will be open and will 

include a silent auction, critter-making, mineral bingo, and a wheel 

spin for prizes. 

FLAG DAY 

FACT: 

The first American 

flag was 

made in 1776 

by a woman 

named Betsy 

Ross. At that 

time there were 

only 13 stars 

on the flag for 

the 13 states. 

The stars were 

meant to stand 

for, “13 stars, 

white in a blue 

field, representing 

a new 

Constellation.” 

www.kidzworld. 

com 


SATURDAY-SUNDAY, JUNE 2-3 

Relay For Life of Stanwood/Camano Island 

at Stanwood High School track and stadium. Noon Saturday to 

10am Sunday. 

SUNDAY, JUNE 3 

American Legion Sunday Brunch 

(Swedish Pancakes and much more!) This event goes from 8:30 until 

11:30 and is open to the public. Price-$8.00 


David Lee Howard & The Fabulous Volcanos 

CD Release Party. David Lee Howard and the Fabulous Volcanos release 

their new album Charlatan with CD giveaways. No Cover. All 

Ages. 6pm at the Conway Muse. 

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CALENDAR 

OF EVENTS 

JUNE 5 

Transit of Venus 

A transit of Venus across the Sun takes place when the planet Venus 

passes directly between the Sun and Earth, becoming visible 

against (and hence obscuring a small portion of) the solar disk. The 

full transit will be visible from the western Pacific Ocean and adjacent 

lands. Viewers in North America will be able to see the start of 

the transit on June 5 until sunset. 

TUESDAY, JUNE 5 

Herb Farmer at Snow Goose Bookstore 

Peg Schafer, owner of the Chinese Medicinal Herb Farm near Petaluma, 

California, will appear at the Snow Goose Bookstore at 7pm 

for a talk about her new book “The Chinese Medicinal Herb Farm: A 

Cultivator’s Guide to Small-Scale Organic Herb Production.” Schafer 

brings her years of experience and expertise growing traditional 

herbs to this first-of-its-kind guide for gardeners and farmers interested 

in entering the expanding domestic market for high-quality, 

locally-sourced medicinals. A booksigning will follow the talk. 

There is no charge for the booktalk, but seating is limited and reservations 

are requested. Call (360) 629-3631. 8616 271st Street NW, 

Stanwood. Co-sponsored by the NW Asian Medicinal Herb Network, 

Slow Food Port Susan, and the Snow Goose Bookstore. 

Strange 

But True: 

The first chalk 

body outline 

was drawn 

around John 

Dillinger’s 

corpse. 

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 6 

COMMUNITY FOCUS GROUPS 

The Stanwood Community and Senior Center wants to hear ideas 

and concerns from seniors, families and caregivers. To determine 

the needs, the Center will conduct at least three focus groups on 

Wednesday at 10am, 2pm & 6pm in the Social Room of the Center. 

Additional focus groups will be scheduled if there is a need. The 

Center Board and staff want to explore with community members 

the gaps in services. With the number of seniors expanding greatly 

in the near future, our community will need to address ways to best 

serve our older adults. The Center is located at 7430 276th Street 

NW, Stanwood. For more information, contact Colleen Wilcox, Service 

Coordinator, at (360) 629-7403 ext. 116. 

Ann Hoppe 

Associate Brokers 

(425) 530-6151 

Ann Hoppe 

425-530-6151 

www.annhoppe.remax.com 

• Camano T-Shirts 

• Sweatshirts 

• License Frames • Bumper Stickers 

• Lots of Items for Your Crab Parties! Ya Betcha! 

Tuesday-Saturday: 11am-5pm, Most Sundays: 11am-3pm 

8820 Viking Village • Stanwood • Since 1981 


CALENDAR 

OF EVENTS 


Osteoporosis Seminar 

Presented by Marysville Care Center. Learn what it is and how to 

prevent it. June 6th at noon at Merrill Gardens in Stanwood. Complimentary 

lunch will be provided. Please rsvp to 360-629-3445. 

THURSDAY, JUNE 7 

Summer Reading Kickoff Assembly 

10am at Utsalady Elementary School or 2pm at Elger Bay Elementary 

School. Learn about summer reading and see Last Leaf Theater 

present the Dreaming Tree--a magical tale about a young boy who 

is given knowledge by a wise and magical creature. Visitors please 

check in at the office. 


Swil Kanim & Friends 

Swil Kanim is a world class virtuoso violinist. He intertwines his music 

with storytelling, poetry, and audience interaction. 7pm at the 

Conway Muse. 

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Solarize Stanwood/Camano Workshop 

Solarize Stanwood/Camano holds its final free public workshop at 

6:30 pm at the Vista Madrona Fire Station on Camano. The workshop 

will detail the multiple incentives (Federal, WA State, SnoPUD 

and group discount). Fire Mountain Solar and Whidbey Sun and 

Wind, will describe the solar panel options and explain the payback 

time period. More info: 387-9589 or Joan.Sch@Frontier.com. 


Jamie & the Vandals 

9pm –midnight at Cyndy’s Broiler, 27021 102nd Ave NW, Stanwood, 

360-629-4800. 


Frank Hernandez & Friends 

8pm at the Conway Muse. 

Karen & Gene 

Eidsness, 

Owners/Mgrs 

• 24-Hour Onsite Security • Video Surveillance 

• 300 SELF-STORAGE UNITS 

• 200 RV, BOAT & VEHICLE SPACES 

Boat / Vehicle Storage 

Storage Units 

5x10 to 10x24 


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CALENDAR 

OF EVENTS 


Ford Giesbrecht performs solo guitar 

Every friday at Dos Reales. 5:30-8:30pm. Mention this invitation for 

a discount on food. No cover. 


10th Legislative District grand Opening 

The 10th Legislative District is holding a grand opening for its new 

office in Stanwood. Come by and help celebrate from 5-8 pm. The 

office is located at 27116 90th NW, behind The Stanwood-Camano 

News office. Stop by, say “hello” and pick up a yard sign or a bumper 

sticker for your favorite candidate. For more information, email 

laura.lewis23@gmail.com. 


“CLUB FRIDAY” 

Community Open House and Free Lunch!! This is the only Open 

House with Free Lunch specifically designed to give back to the 

Community. Noon to 2 pm at Windermere Country Club location 

every Friday with Free Lunch and a different sponsor / speaker. 

FOR SALE BY OWNER: 

Camano Island / $185,000 

Split level, 1480 sq.ft. home with gorgeous 

view of Saratoga Passage on the NW side of 

Camano Island. Vaulted ceiling, fireplace, 

large living room, spacious deck, nice home. 

Very clean, move in ready sits on a 1/4 acre, 

two bedroom, + den/office, 1.75 bath, 

spacious 2 car garage, large deck with 

storage area underneath. New roof, on 

private drive. Room for RV or Boat parking. 

Furnace, hot water tank, washer / dryer, dish 

washer, microwave, maple cabinets, lighting 

fixtures, garage door opener... all have been 

updated. Nice large level back yard with 

partial fencing. This home is in a fabulous 

neighborhood great for runners and walkers 

that can enjoy a breath-taking ocean and 

mountain view. 

Contact Jane for more details or to see 

the house at 425-344-0480. 


CALENDAR 

OF EVENTS 


Friday Student West Coast Swing Night 

A safe and fun night out with dancing and friends for college aged 

and younger! 6:30 Intermediate lesson/7:30 Basics lesson/8-10PM 

Dance! $5 (First time FREE) Every Friday at The Atrium (8704 271st 

St. NW Stanwood) Parents are always welcome to come and watch! 

Your kids are getting really good! www.theatriumstanwood.com. 


SONS OF NORWAY, FRITJOV LODGE #17 DINNER & 

CULTURAL NIGHT 

The hall is located at 9910 270th NW, next to Wells Fargo Bank. Social 

hour is at 6pm, dinner served at 6:30, and culture presentation 

to follow. Dinner/Cultural nights are open to members and also 

guests who are interested in Norwegian Culture. For more info, 

please call Audrey at 360 629-0376 or Jessica at 360 629-3157. 


The Offshoots (formerly The Ducks) 

A dance in the Renaissance Room, $10 cover. Original songs and a 

few covers, danceable rock infused with pop, funk and soul. 8pm 

at the Conway Muse. 

DR. KATHY BATEMAN 

DC, CCSP 


Something’s New On June 3rd, 2012 at... 

S 

Stanwood United Methodist Church 

UNITED 

METHODIST 

CHURCH 

Open Hearts, Open Minds, 

Traditional Service at 9am 

Includes music with chancel choir or handbell choir and 

hymns, followed by fellowship, tea, coffee, and snacks. 

Contemporary Service at 10:45am 

“Praise Band” and Christian contemporary music with a continental breakfast. 

27128-102nd Dr. NW, Stanwood, WA 98292 

www.stanwoodumc.org 360.629.9555 

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CALENDAR 

OF EVENTS 

FLAG DAY 

FACT: 

There are six 

American flags 

on the moon. 


Youth Fishing Derby at Cama Beach 

starting at 9am. All ages can enjoy free fishing, and children 15 and 

under are invited to participate in a fishing derby. Participation is 

free, but equipment is not provided. Free Registration! Prizes for top 

contestants by age group, prizes for first 30 registrants, discounted 

Rowboat Rentals: $20 for duration of the Derby. No Discover Pass 

Required—FREE DAY (Washington State Parks), in conjunction with 

National Get Outdoors Day. No Fishing License Required—FREE 

FISHING DAY (Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife). To register, 

pick up a registration at the park or download and return by 

mail or email. Contact CWB at Cama Beach at cama@cwb.org or call 

360-387-9361 for additional information. 


CAMANO ISLAND NATURE PROGRAM – BATS 

Camano Island State Park amphitheater, 7:30 pm. Do you know 

where bats live? What they eat? How they find their food? When 

and where you might see them flying? A Park Ranger will help you 

learn these and other facts about bats. Sponsored by Friends of 

Camano Island Parks and Washington State Parks. Email FOCIP.JudyC@gmail.com 

for more information. 

Eat-In • Take-Out • Drive-Thru • Beer Garden 

HOT DOGS • BRATS • SANDWICHES 

Facing Hwy 532 in Stanwood... 

Next to Jimmy’s 


CALENDAR 

OF EVENTS 


State Park “Free Day” 

The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission announces 

that this day is a “free day,” when the Discover Pass will not be 

required of visitors venturing out to enjoy their state parks. 

Strange 

But True: 

Louis 

Armstrong’s 

first trumpet 

was stolen from 

his hotel room 

in New York City 

in 1926. 

Thirty years 

later, he found 

it in a Detroit 

pawn shop. 



Community Garage Sale 

Meet and speak with Tom Riggs for State Representative. Community 

Garage Sale to Support Tom Rigg’s Campaign for the State 

Legislature. 10am-4pm at Camano Multipurpose Room (next to 

CASA). Here is your opportunity to clean your closets, buy new 

cheap stuff, and support your local candidate for State Representative 

all at the same time. Stay to have a hot dog, drink and 

cookie. Chat with Tom Riggs. Ask him the hard questions you want 

answers to. 


National Knit In Public 

Knitters of the “North Sound Knitters Guild” will kick off the “National 

Knit In Public” week on Saturday from 10-2 on the corner of 

88th and 271st. (the old bank drive thru) in Stanwood. Come by 

to watch the knitters in action. Learn to knit and find out about 

the knitters guild. There will be some finished projects on display. 

Contact: Lyn Stackhouse, 360-572-4764. 


Saturday West Coast Swing Night 

Looking for something fun, social, and active to do on Saturday 

nights? Come to The Atrium, meet fun people, learn to dance, 

and enjoy great music! 6:30 Basic Lesson/7:15 Intermediate 

lesson/8PM Dance. $10 for the night/$5 for just the dance/$5 students. 

All ages welcome! Private lessons in swing, latin, and ballroom 

available as well. The Atrium (8704 271st St. NW Stanwood). 

www.theatriumstanwood.com 360-474-7386. 

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CALENDAR 

OF EVENTS 


Knut Bell 

Americana/Alt Country Band that performs originals and keeps 

the traditions of past greats alive. 9pm-midnight at Cyndy’s Broiler, 

27021 102nd Ave NW, Stanwood, 360-629-4800. 


BINGO 

at the American Legion Hall, 609 W. Camano Drive. Doors open at 

4:30 P.M. and Bingo starts at 6:00 P.M. This is Family Bingo so hope 

to see you all. Snacks and beverages available. More info: Pat Tenan, 

360-387-5420. 

THURSDAY, 

JUNE 14 

happy 

Flag Day 


Terry’s Corner Station is re-dedicated to 

the community in open house celebration 

The newly remodeled Terry’s Corner fire station – the final project 

of a $10 million, 5-year capital facilities program – is taking place 

on June 9. The dedication will be between noon and 1 pm with an 

open house from 1-2pm. State Senator Mary Margaret Haugen, a 

Camano Island resident, will be the keynote speaker. The remodel 

was completed in March and was on budget and on time. “We have 

been very grateful to our community for their support over the 

past several years as we’ve brought our facilities up to current safety 

standards,” said Camano Island Fire and Rescue Chief Mike Ganz. 

For more info about Camano Island Fire and Rescue, or to schedule 

a meeting with Fire Chief Mike Ganz, call 360-387-1512. 


Buffet Brunch 

The best Buffet Brunch on Camano Island at the Camano Island 

Yacht Club 129 N. Sunset Dr. Camano Island, WA. The hours are 

from 9am and 12:00 noon. Price for our Buffet Brunch is $8 for 

Adults and $5 for Children under 9. Our menu includes; Bacon, sausage, 

scrambled eggs, omelets, hash browns, pancakes, fresh fruit, 

sweet rolls, juices, coffee and tea. Please join us for a great meal in 

a relaxing setting overlooking Saratoga Passage on the West side of 

beautiful Camano Island. See you there! 

New merchandise has 

arrived! Come in and 

check it out today! 

8710 - 271st St NW, Stanwood 

madisonsjewelrystore.com 

GEM OF THE NORTHWEST 

Come in for our always free ring cleaning, 

polishing and inspection! 


CALENDAR 

OF EVENTS 


Ben Starner at the parlor piano 

6:30pm at the Conway Muse. 


Silvana Viking Hall BINGO 

6pm. Come early for some food! 1331 Pioneer Hwy, Silvana. Questions? 

360-652-2538. EVERY MONTH, 2nd Sunday. 


D.I.Y Reading List 

1:30-2:30pm at Stanwood Library. Learn about library tools that 

help you discover more books to enjoy. Three tools will be presented 

so you can have the best summer of reading ever: Book 

Newsletters: If you are always on the look-out for your next favorite 

book; What We’re Reading: Ever wonder what books the library 

staff members are reading?; Author Read-alikes: Learn how 

to find authors who write with a similar style and theme as your 

favorite author using our NoveList Plus database. 

COMING 

SOON: 

JUNE 16 

STANWOOD- 

CAMANO 

SOAP BOX 

DERBY 

JUNE 16 

SOAP BOX 

DERBY 

BREAKFAST 

JUNE 16 

CAMOCEAN 

FESTIVAL AT 

CAMA BEACH 

JUNE 17 

FATHER’S DAY 

BREAKFAST 



Bicom & Bio-resonace, FREE demonstration 

5:30pm at Alternative Medicine Clinic, 7206 267th St. NW, Stanwood. 

People keep asking me “what the heck is it you do?” Come 

to a free demonstration to get your questions answered. I trained 

in Germany and use technology that is non-invasive and painless 

for all types of health issues. I will stay as long as there are questions. 

Contact: Holly McClenahan, RN 270-206-0198. 


Nick Moyer 

A One Man Band and he’s absolutly amazingly entertaining and 

playes the most delightful songs. 7pm at the Conway Muse. 


Stanwood Book Group: On Chesil Beach 

Everyone is welcome to join a lively discussion of Ian McEwan’s 

novel On Chesil Beach at 6 p.m. at Merrill Gardens, 7212 - 265th 

Street NW, Stanwood. For information, call the library at 360-629- 

3132 or visit www.sno-isle.org and click on Classes & Events. 


The Lighthouse Homeschool Co-op 

Annual Book Sale 

9am-12pm, lots of books and educational miscellany for all ages! 


Fat Lips Slim 

In the Parlor, no cover (hat). 7pm at the Conway Muse. 

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CLASSES & 

WORKSHOPS 

“Grill It Up” Saturday, June 16, 11:30am-2:30pm. Just in time for 

summer, Jim Hobbs comes to Karen’s Kitchen to share his vast 

knowledge on all things Grilled! From brining to cutting your own 

steaks from a large cut of meat, Jim will show you how to take your 

grilling from average to extraordinary. This special 3 hour class is 

outdoors where you can enjoy the full experience of the sights and 

smells that accompany grilling. Sign up soon as this is a class that 

usually fills quickly! Class fee of $55. Call Karen’s Kitchen and Gifts 

to register at 360-387-1609. 

Stanwood Eco-Center Summer Classes: Healing Through Nature. 

Free. Practitioners of different disciplines in healing, spirituality, 

and environmental sciences, or persons who simply enjoy Nature 

– are invited to this group-share. Circle discussions/ toning/ skill 

sharing, and readings. Organic snacks & teas. Come and share. 

RSVP. www.StanwoodHealingArtsEcoCenter.com. Saturdays. June 

2 & June 9. 10AM – Noon. Saturday June 16. 4-6PM. 

You are 

welcome to 

submit your 

own to this list, 

however there 

is limited space 

available and 

this info may 

change / rotate 

between 

editions. 

CPR & First Aid Classes: Camano Island Fire and Rescue is offering 

CPR and First Aid Classes. Please call the Administration office 

at 387-1512 or visit our website at www.camanofire.com for class 

information. 

New classes at the Camano Country Club 1243 S. Beach Dr., Camano 

Island. Cardio, Core & Strength. Mon. & Fri. 8:30 a.m. Low impact aerobics 

class. please bring a mat. First class free. Line Dance Lessons, Ultra 

Beginner Tues. at 3pm. $5 drop-in fee. Call Kathy for more information: 

425-205-0870. 

Learn to draw! Let Eiler Gutierrez uncover your hidden talents. Classes 

will begin as soon as we have an ideal group for a class. All ages welcome. 

For information call (425) 327-0583 or write to, eilerart@yahoo. 

com. View the insctructor’s webpage at: www.eilerart.com. 

Classes at Gallery By the Bay: 8700 271st NW, Stanwood. 629-4297. 

Life Drawing Sessions: Mondays,11am-2pm. Draw from a live model in 

these sessions facilitated by experienced, professional artists. $12 per session. 

Photography & photoshop lessons & consulting available to suit 

your schedule. Pre-registration required, more info at www.gallerybythebay.com 

or call 360-629-4297 or email at classes@gallerybythebay.com. 

Schedule of Events 

June 30: Camano Crab Dash 

Fun Run 

August 11: Car Show / Outdoor 

Market / Poker Run 

September 8: Gala Auction 

A Place For All Your “Celebrations!” 

360-387-0222 

www.camanocenter.org 

606 Arrowhead Road 

Camano Island, WA 98282 


MEETINGS 

and CLUBS 

Soroptimist International of Stanwood/Camano: We are an organization 

of women helping women and girls in our community who 

are less fortunate than ourselves. We meet the 3rd Thursday of each 

month, 6PM @ Leatherheads Pub & Eatery in Stanwood. If you have 

been wondering how you can give back or make an impact on your 

community, we might be the perfect fit. 

Camano Country Club Women’s Club Activities: Monthly Meeting will 

be held on June 11. We plan to have a buffet luncheon at the Cama 

Beach Conference Center. Please sign up by 6pm on June 6. We will 

have a short business meeting followed by lunch. We will not have a 

guest speaker for this luncheon. 

Stanwood-Camano Friends of the Library: Noon-1:30pm at Stanwood 

Library. The Stanwood-Camano Friends of the Library will hold 

its annual scholarship potluck in the Lost Lake Community Clubhouse 

on Camano Island. Everyone welcome! 

Friends of CASA: 7pm – 9pm at Camano Multipurpose Building (Blue 

bldg next to shetler). Join us as we hear shelter reports and plan fundraising 

events for CASA. Public welcome. 

This page 

contains 

information 

on meetings, 

clubs, and 

events that 

occur on an 

ongoing or 

regular basis. 

Stanwood Camano Area Foundation: June 14, 10am-11:30am. 360- 

629-6878. Join me and other non-profit organizations for our quarterly 

Community Coordinating Meeting! We’ll provide refreshments. This 

meeting is open to Executive Directors, Directors, Board Members, 

Program Managers, and Program Leaders. Basically, if you are providing 

nonprofit services in our community – please come. Please RSVP to 

tracy@s-caf.org. SCAF office located at 8825 Viking Way. 

Camano Island Fire & Rescue’s Board of Fire Commissioners meet 

every 2nd & 4th Monday of each month at 7pm. These meetings are 

open to the public. Location of the meetings may vary, so please contact 

360/387-1512 for further information. 

The Stanwood Camano Rotary Club meets Wednesdays at noon 

in the Stanwood Camano School District’s board room. Weekly 

meeting topics range from local to global programs and issues. 

The public is always invited to attend, lunch available for $15. 


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SENIOR 

HAPPENINGS 

THE Camano CENTER 

606 Arrowhead Road • 360-387-0222 • www.camanocenter.org 

Would you like to receive a phone call from a Camano Center volunteer 

every morning, Monday through Friday? Complete a simple form at the 

Center and give it to the front desk staff, and we will check in with you and 

chat five times a week! 

Camano Center trips: 

Sorticulture, June 8th. Everett’s Garden Arts Festival, Sorticulture 

unites art & the garden in a celebration of creative outdoor living. 

Molbaks & Antique Rose Farm, June 13th. Spring has sprung and 

summer is ahead - let’s go see what interesting plants we can find! 

Stop at the Antique Rose Farm off Rt. 9 on our way back. 

Stanwood COMMUNITY & Senior Center 

AND THE CENTER COURT THRIFT STORE 

7430 276th Street NW • 360-629-7403 • www.stanwoodseniorcenter.org 

We have been providing services and activities for seniors in North 

Snohomish County for 35 years now. Services and activities include 

but are not limited to: a variety of classes ranging from arts 

& crafts to Yoga, day trips & cruises, dinner functions and fundraisers. 

There is truly something for everyone to get involved in. 

Dedicated employees and volunteers make the Stanwood Community 

and Senior Center a great place to work and visit. 

Your Fiberglass & Wood Specialist 

AUTOS-BOATS-SPORTS-CUSTOM-PLUGS-MOLDS-PARTS-REPAIRS 

30 Years Fabrication and Repair 

899 State Highway 532, Camano Island, WA 

BEHIND THE U-HAULS 

 


A Pictorial History of the Pacific Northwest Including the Future / PAGE 55 

GUNTER’S 

BOOK EXCERPT 

Excerpt from 

local artist and 

author, Jack 

Gunter’s book, 

“A Pictorial 

History of the 

Pacific Northwest 

Including 

the Future.” 

We’ll attempt to 

publish one page 

from his book in 

each edition. 

“Cities grew more rowded and 

complex. Many longed for the quiet 

of the countryside.” 

We’ll match any price! 

“WE HAVE SPACE 

FOR YOU” 

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STIRRING UP 

MEMORIES 

Chili Rubbed Copper River Salmon with 

Avocado Tomatillo Salsa 

“My most requested salmon dish, it doesn’t get much BETTER than this!!” 

Stirring Up 

Memories 

created by 

Dusty Hutchins- 

McNutt. 

Visit me at: 

www. 

StirringUp 

MemoriesCook 

books.com. 

Cookbooks sold 

online or at 

Karen’s Kitchen 

and The Loft. 

INGREDIENTS: 

4 (6-oz) wild Copper River salmon fillets 

Salsa: 4 med. tomatillos, husked and rinsed • 1/4 c. chopped green onion 

• 1/4 c. chopped fresh cilantro • 1 1/2 T. fresh lime juice • 1 ripe avocado, 

seeded and diced • 1 tsp. jalapeño, seeded and minced (or to taste) 

Chili Rub: 1 1/2 T. chili powder • 1/2 tsp. cumin • 1 T. brown sugar • 1 tsp. 

kosher salt 

DIRECTIONS: 1.) Place tomatillos in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring 

to a boil, then simmer for 5 minutes. Remove tomatillos and when cool 

enough to handle, roughly chop them. 2.) In a non-reactive bowl, combine 

the chopped tomatillos, onion, cilantro and lime juice. Gently fold 

in diced avocado and jalapeño. Season with salt to taste. Refrigerate until 

ready to use. 3.) Preheat oven to 350 degrees. 4.) In a small bowl, combine 

chili powder, cumin, sugar and salt. Sprinkle fish with chili rub. 5.) Heat a 

large oven-proof nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook the salmon, rub 

side down for 2 minutes, then flip and place pan in the oven for about 6-8 

minutes or until cooked through. Transfer fish fillets to plates and top with 

the Avocado Tomatillo Salsa. 

360-387-9500 

camafit.com 

“Woman of the Year” 

at the awards ceremony at the Stanwood 

Chamber of Commerce on May 10th, 2012! 

Cardio • Machines• Free Weights • Personal Training 

Nutritional Counseling • Specialized Senior Fitness Programs 

370 N. East Camano Dr. #4, Camano Island 

“Coach Dawn” 

Holloway 

owner/trainer 


STIRRING UP 

MEMORIES 

Chipotle Macaroni and Cheese 

“Smoky chipotle and cheddar cheese mac, compliments your favorite 

steak or seafood!” 

Find me on 

Facebook. 

http://www. 

facebook.com/ 

stirringup 

memories 

INGREDIENTS: 

1 lb. cavatappi pasta or other small hollow, ridged pasta • 1 T. vegetable 

oil • 2 T. finely diced yellow onion • 1/2 c. unsalted butter • 

3 T. all purpose flour • 2 c. heavy cream • 3 c. half and half • 2 tsp. 

kosher salt • 1 T. chipotle chili powder • 1 tsp. white pepper • 16 oz. 

of cheese (a combination of Sharp cheddar, Medium cheddar and 

Smoked Swiss) • 3/4 c. Panko bread crumbs 

DIRECTIONS: 

Preheat oven to 350 degrees Cook pasta according to package directions, 

until al dente. Drain pasta reserving a 1/2 c. pasta water 

to thin sauce. Return pasta to the pot. Drizzle with vegetable oil, 

toss to coat, cover to keep warm. Melt butter in a large sauce pot 

over medium heat. Add onion and flour, cook 1 to 2 minutes until 

translucent, do not brown. Add cream, half and half, kosher salt, 

chipotle powder and white pepper. Bring pot to a simmer. Cook 

until sauce is thick, about 5 to 6 minutes. Add cheese and cooked 

pasta to the sauce, stir to combine. Add reserved pasta water to 

thin sauce if needed. Pour into a 9 x 13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle 

top with Panko bread crumbs. Bake 20-25 minutes or until hot and 

bubbling around the edges. Serves 6-8. 

ENJOY THE SUNSHINE! 

from your Camano Island Real Estate Expert 

JAN MATHER 

Managing Broker 

360-507-4133 

Website: www.janmather.com 

Blog: www.camanoproperty.com 

Email: janmather@windermere.com 


Windermere Real Estate / CIR 

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DINING GUIDE 

FLAG DAY 

FACT: 

The white on 

the American 

flag stands 

for purity and 

innocence, the 

red for hardiness 

and valor 

and blue stands 

for vigilance, 

perseverance 

and justice. 


com 

Amigo mexican restaurant & lounge (Stanwood) • (360) 629-5052 

burger king (Stanwood) • (360) 629-6022 

Cama BEACH CAFE (Camano Island) • (360) 387-3266 

Camaloch Golf Course Deli (Camano Island) • (360) 387-3084 

CAMANO ISLAND INN (Camano Island) • (360) 387-0783 

Center Cafe (Stanwood) • (360) 629-7403 

The Chatter Box (Stanwood) • (360) 629-0600 

chen can cook (Stanwood) • (360) 629-4662 

The Conway Muse (Conway) • (360) 445-3000 

CONWAY BOXCAR (Stanwood) • (360) 629-0651 

conway pub & eatery (Conway) • (360) 445-4733 

CYNDY’S BROILER (Stanwood) • (360) 629-4800 

dairy queen (Stanwood) • (360) 629-3141 

DEL FOX BBQ AT CAMANO ISLAND MARKETPLACE (866) 387-5282 

Diamond Knot Camano Lodge (Camano Island) • (360) 387-9972 

dos reales (Stanwood) • (360) 629-0822 

dragon palace (Stanwood) • (360) 629-8106 

duck in burgers (Stanwood) • (360) 629-7711 

duck in cafe (Stanwood) • (360) 629-3440 

elger bay cafe (Camano Island) • (360) 387-2904 

FireCreek Grill at Kayak Point (Stanwood) • (360) 652-9676 

Food Werks Hot Dogs (Stanwood) • (360) 629-8855 

islanders restaurant (Camano) • (360) 722-7470 

jack in the box (Stanwood) • (360) 629-2384 

jasmin thai cuisine & sushi (Stanwood) • (360) 629-2044 

jimmy’s pizza (360) 629-6565 

Johnny’s Burger Stop (Stanwood) (360) 629-9427 

LEATHERHEADS PUB & EATERY (Stanwood) • (360) 629-5555 

little caesars PIZZA (Stanwood) • (360) 629-6999 

MAMA PHO RESTAURANT (Stanwood) • (360) 629-8200 

mcdonald’s (Stanwood) • (360) 629-9787 

MIYAKO’S TERIYAKI & WOK (Stanwood) • (360) 629-4535 

NAHA Teriyaki (Stanwood) • (360) 629-0681 

papa murphy’s TAKE ‘N’ BAKE PIZZA (Stanwood) • (360) 629-3826 

quiznos (Stanwood) • (360) 939-6570 / (360) 939-0430 

RAMONA LISA’S (Stanwood) • (360) 629-2362 

The Roadhouse Bar & Grill (Stanwood) • (360) 652-4156 

sahara pizza (Stanwood) • (360) 629-6886 

SEVEN LAKES PIZZA (Stanwood) • (360) 629-7502 

SPORTSMAN SALOON (Stanwood) • (360) 629-3930 

stanwood cafe (Stanwood) • (360) 629-8427 

STANWOOD CUPCAKES (Stanwood) • (360) 926-8241 

stanwood grill (Stanwood) • (360) 629-5253 

stanwood hotel & saloon (Stanwood) • (360) 629-2888 

Stanwood Pho (Stanwood) • (360) 939-0818 

starbucks (Stanwood) • (360) 629-2701 • 629-5027 • 629-2500 

subway (Stanwood) • (360) 629-2678 

taco time (Stanwood) • (360) 629-5018 

Twin City Lanes Cafe (Stanwood) • (360) 629-3001 

TYEE MARKET BBQ (Camano Island) • (360) 387-7501 

vERACRUZ MEXICAN RESTAURANT (Stanwood) • (360) 629-9391 

viking BAR & GRILL (Stanwood) • (360) 629-9285 

WAYNE’S CORNER CAFÉ (Stanwood) • (360) 939-2300 

Westside Pizza (Camano Island) • (360) 387-3870 

Willow & Jim’s Country Cafe (Silvana) • (360) 652-0372 

yummy noodles & grill (Stanwood) • (360) 939-0817 


Moonshine 

Wisdom & Wit 

Detroit Resurgence on the South End 

By Jack Archibald 

“Down at the weekly South End Diner Vintage Auto Ad Hoc 

Meeting, Hudson Bob, one of the old car guyz piped up in dual 

exhaust mode how he’d seen a George Will opinion piece the 

day before. Politics is usually about as popular as debating 

whether each others’ wives are still attractive, so ordinarily the 

talk revolves from tools to Chevys to the next road trip to the 

latest obituary, both car and people. Hudson Bob was pounding 

his cup of joe for emphasis and his place mat looked like the 

garage floor where 4 Finger Fred kept his 1956 Studebaker with 

the leaky oil pan. 

Story by Jack 

Archibald. 

For further 

moonshine 

wisdom and wet 

powder wit, 

check out the 

SKEETER DADDLE 

DIARIES at 

www. 

skeeterdaddle. 

net 

“The man says we’re done already with electric cars! Only the 

tree huggers were buying them and that was before they started 

spontaneously combustin. SUV’s are back, he says” The old 

car guyz aren’t real big on electrics. Hell, the old car guyz don’t 

even like cars with more than 6 volt batteries and don’t get them 

started on electronics or you’ll have Big Larry coming out from 

behind the grill waving a spatula like it was a Tazer to quiet them 

down so the other customers, meaning me, might enjoy their 

runny eggs and cold toast. “George Will says we got so much oil 

and gas right now we could all drive semi’s.” 

Most of us down at the tree hugging South End drive old beaters, 

not quite vintage, just sputtering, backfiring, perforated 

muffler, gas guzzling jalopies waiting to die and end up in 

Hudson Bob’s spotless shop with the heated floor and the hydraulic 

lift and every tool SnapOn ever made. Or out back up 

on blocks in the blackberry and nettle cemeteries. None of us, I 

notice, have oil rigs pumping crude 24/7. But we got plenty of 

tidal potential, some solar, gutter hydro, lots of wind, especially 

me, blowhard extraordinaire, and so I wondered Out Loud since 

the Diner is sort of half prayer meeting and half town hall and a 

third AA, why on God’s green earth we would root for the Saudis 

and hope the electric car companies – the American electric car 

companies – catch fire and go broke. 

About half an hour later – after Big Larry had broken up the riot 

and deputy Pringle with the Island County Sheriff’s office had 

interrupted his donut break – we separated and went to our 

separate corners. The judges, Brenda and Anita, the morning 

waitresses, gave them a technical knockout and I slunk out to 

my old Toyota pickup, hoping at best to catch a tailwind on the 

long drive home on Loser Highway. Mostly I drove with my tail 

between my legs. I’m thinking of buying a Prius and going back 

next meeting. Nobody’s gonna accuse me of learning any lessons 

this late in life.” 


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“Expanding Individual Awareness in a 

Changing World" 

Hypnosis: Because feeling better is 

THAT important to you! 

Rita Ballard, C.Ht. 

360-915-2910 

www.AwarenessHypnosis.com 

Serving Island & Snohomish Counties 

SPEEDING TICKET? 

“I Fight Traffic Tickets!” 

You pay me $199, but ONLY if I Win! 

1-866-529-5383 

www.dontpaytheticket.com 

The Center 

Court 

THRIFT 

STORE 

Center: Mon-Fri: 9-4 • Thrift Store: Mon-Sat: 10-4 

A community facility that provides: room rentals, 

breakfast lunch & dinner cafe, social activities, spa 

offering salon services & massage therapy, community 

events, thrift store & independent housing 

360-629-7403 • stanwoodseniorcenter.org 

7430 276th Street NW, Stanwood, WA 

Fine Yarns from Around the World 

Specializing in yarns by Dale of Norway 

Sirkku Bingham – Owner 

Call about lessons! 360-939-0769 

8712 - 271st St / P.O. Box 284, Stanwood 

pinchknitter.com • pinchknitter@pinchknitter.com 

YOUR LOCAL BOOKSELLERS 

Outstanding and eclectic selection of 

books, cards and gifts 

8616 – 271st Street NW, Stanwood 

360-629-3631 

www.snowgoosebookstore.com 

Local organic produce, plants, classes 


CASA’S PET OF THE WEEK: 

Cricket is just one of the babies at CASA waiting for 

a home. Her litter is friendly, adorable and ready for 

adoption. CASA still has a kitten adoption special. If 

you adopt two kittens at the same time we will cut 

the second adoption fee in half! Come see our kittens 

at the shelter. 

Camano Animal Shelter Association (CASA): 

198 Can Ku Road, Camano Island. 

360-387-1902. camanoanimalshelter.org 

NOAH’S PET OF THE WEEK: 

Tiny little Jessica is a sweet little lady. She may be 

nervous in new environments and will thrive in a 

calm home. She warms up quickly, likes gentle petting, 

and loves to nap in the sun. Visit this cute girl 

at NOAH today! 

The N.O.A.H. Animal Adoption Center: 

31300 Brandstrom Rd, Stanwood. 

(360) 629-7055. thenoahcenter.org. 

Beautiful and Unique 

GIFTS 

Owner Claire Cundiff will help you choose the perfect gifts for the entire wedding party. 

 

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505-660-6825 

Featuring Over 22 Local Artists Fine Art Classes Poetry Theatre Magic 

233 North Olympic A 

“It’s not just about boats... It’s about people!” 

Offering the best of island life for FELLOWSHIP and FUN! 

RVing: Monthy rallies around the region, Classic & Antique Cars, Social Events: Special & 

community events, and of course...Boating: with monthly cruises in the area. 

FIRST MATES ~ BOOK CLUB ~ BRIDGE CLUB 

Monthy brunch open to the public on the 2nd Sunday of the month. $8 for adults, $5 for kids under 6 

9am-noon at our Club House, 129 N. Sunset Drive, Camano Island, WA 98282. 

For membership information, call 360-387-3572 


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BRENTWOOD 

$749,000 

Top quality Camano Island view home has hardly been lived 

in. Panoramic vistas from Skagit Bay to Saratoga Passage and 

out to the Olympics from all rooms on the main level. Lower 

level has a rec room, bedroom, den, bonus and second garage 

with entry. Some furnishings avail for purchase. #354802 

NEW HOME $439,000 

Saratoga Passage, Whidbey Island and the Olympics from this 

Holbeck Construction and Design home. Single level, 3 

bedrooms, hardwoods, solid wood doors, granite and more. 

Currently under construction! #354044 

INDIAN BEACH $300,000 

Immaculate view home on Camano is ready for full time living 

and dining area, slider to the deck, hardwoods and a huge 

launch ready for crabbing and water activities. #353629 

VACANT LAND $145,000 

One of the best and last lots in the Madrona area of Camano 

Island. Excellent views over Saratoga Passage, cleared and 

ready for building on, site registration done. Just a few blocks 

to the beach and the sunsets are out of this world! #352728 

CAMANO RIDGE $160,000 

North island location and a level 5 acres is the setting for this 

comfortable 3 bedroom home. Huge 30x36 shop with 3 bays, 

two 10’ doors and an extra-large RV door. Excellent value-it 

won’t last long. #354261 

Camano Island | Country Club 

1283 Elger Bay Rd 

360/387-3411 

COUNTRY CLUB $194,500 

starting out or even downsizing. Spacious new deck 

Bay greenbelt with acres of manicured trails. Security system, 

fruit trees, 2 car garage. Includes beach rights! #249969 

Stanwood | Next to Bartell Drugs 

7359 267th St NW 

360/629-8233 


WATERFRONT 

$499,000 

Prime Utsalady Bay waterfront home on Camano just in time 

for summer! Nice bulkhead with stairs to the beach, large 

patio with new railings, 2 car garage with pass thru to the 

water side. Big open kitchen, dining room with French doors 

WATERFRONT 

$653,000 

Beautiful waterfront home on the north end of Camano. Big 

cabinets, deck. Living rm has big windows to enjoy the views, 

built-in nooks & vaulted ceilings. Great 30x36 shop w/boat 

PENDING 


Priced for a quick sale this Camano Island daylight rambler 

Nice, big deck with a BBQ hook-up and territorial view. 

#354507 


Gorgeous Custom daylight rambler on Camano with 

sweeping views of Cascades & Port Susan. Built-in cabinets, 

dining, kit w/eating space, rec & living rms on the view side. 

Double lot, garages for 4 vehicles. Beach access. #355533 

VIEW CABIN $299,000 

West side view cabin on Camano has beach access just below. 

Tranquil setting boasts views of Saratoga Passage, Whidbey 

and the Olympics. Includes a large 2 car garage/shop with 

additional RV parking. Easy maintenance yard and plenty of 

potential for full or part-time living. #356919 

Camano Island | Terry’s Corner 

818 N Sunrise Blvd 

360/387-4663 


ARROWHEAD 

$199,800 

countertops, windows and Propane stove. Fenced and cross 

fenced with a small barn, outbuildings, greenhouses and lots 

of room to garden. Four bay garage with wood stove could be- 

studio/shop. Great north island location. #322326 

www.camanorealestate.com 

www.facebook.com/CamanoLife 

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Fresh from 

the farm 

Submitted by 

Jon Stevens, The 

Open 

Gate Farm 

269 Russell 

Road, 

Camano Island, 

WA 98282 

www.theopen 

gatefarm.com 

Sort of Clear Communications 

“There have been some miscommunications going on around here 

and it’s time we attended to them. We know what Snickers means 

when he barks at the door. Just check which side he’s on and get 

him to the other, thanks. Or when he barks at 2 a.m. and insists 

on going down to check on the ducks and chickens. He’s probably 

heard they were going to a party over at the neighbor’s coop and 

he needs to do a bed check. We think it means there’s a varmit 

down there and so slipping on the boots we grab a flashlight and 

go to chase it off. But that dandy little motion detector that lets us 

know when you come by the stand is starting to go off more often 

than people are present. It’s taken some research and waiting, but 

we finally caught the culprit in the act. Across the road and on the 

other side of the ditch from our little yellow and white bakery and 

produce stand is a row of trees. There is tall grass in the ditch, filled 

with seeds and bugs apparently. A very handsome robin is now living 

in one of those trees and drops down frequently to the buffet 

at his feet. Then he flies up with a load of shrimp or crab legs or pie 

for the kids. Then back down to get some napkins. Back up to show 

the young ones how to use them. Then he has to take the trash out. 

And every time, you guessed it, he’s triggering the alarm. We drop 

what we’re doing and hustle out to help someone only to be met 

by the still, calm, quiet of an empty country road sweetened by a 

soft birdsong. He’s kind of human, that robin. Sending a signal he 

knows nothing about which tells folks something that is not true. 

We know the signal means empty stomachs are at the stand. He 

just hears a distant bell and figures it means chow’s ready. How often 

have we done that? How often have we sent a signal we didn’t 

know we’d sent and it causes high blood pressure and alarm? Cutting 

someone off on the highway and not realizing we had done it. 

Or blinking to get some dust out of our eye and someone thinks 

we’ve winked at them. The ducks do it too. Quackers will yell at 

the others to find where they’ve wandered off to and we think she’s 

reporting a coyote on the radar when all she wants is company. But 

at the end of the day, we have to set aside these unintentional messages, 

sort them out and realize that they are just part of the price 

we pay for living in community, whether it is a community of chickens 

or chow hounds or birds being good parents. And every now 

and then, the alarm actually does find a human to report on. And 

then we are happily drawn into the community we know and love 

and all is well once again. – Happy Hoeing, Jon and Elaine. 


LOCAL POEMS 

& STORIES 

Small Wonders 

By Christine Longdon 

Just South of Cama when you follow the shoreline, wonders await 

you a treasure you will find. 

Birds, trees, saltwater, and whales- driftwood, sand, and tons of 

seashells. 

They all have their purpose and need to stay, so others can enjoy 

them another day. 

If you lift up a rock, it’s a home you will find, please put it back 

gently- be courteous and kind. 

It’s a house to shore critters, barnacles, crabs, chitons, and limpets 

too. How would you feel if this happened to you? 

Enjoy what nature is giving this day, get outside, go and play! 

My Little Puppy Bailey Boy 

By Mary Ann Wells 

FLAG 

ETIQUETTE: 

Lapel flag pins 

should be 

worn on the left 

lapel near the 

heart. 

My little puppy, sitting there 

Looking so cute and fair 

Don’t worry, you’re not alone 

I’m there. Perfect pals… 

Food and drink 

A comfy bed 

Loving care 

Love being there 

And now you’re all grown up 

And gone, that is why 

I’m writing this song 

Everything ages, old and new 

Say a prayer 

Don’t despair 

A new day… 


Open Mondays-Saturdays:10am-4pm 

Donations Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat: 10am-3pm 

1335 SR 532 • 360-629-6142 

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listings 

YOU CAN 

HAVE your 

garage 

sale listed 

in this 

section 

FOR free! 

Email us your info 

thecrabcracker@ 

wavecable.com 

FOR SALE 

For Sale: 2 person portable sauna: Front door glass needs to be replaced. 

Everything else works perfectly. Cost: $2500, new 3 years ago. Asking $400. 

Call between 4-7pm, 360-387-2541. 

For Sale: Almost new white Kitchen Aide Mixer 350 Watts, the “Big One”! 

$200 Call 360 387-6623. 

For Sale: 1850 Oak Roll Top Partner’s Dest made in Czechoslovakia. Matching 

German Oak File Cabinet, English Lawyer’s Book Case, Library cabinet, 

Dest Chair. Negotiable price. Call 360 387-6623. 

For Sale: Sea Kayak: 16 feet. Older but full restored with all the bells and 

whistles. $1000 or best offer. Call Paul at 360 387-6623 for a look. 

Boats for sale. Kayaks- 35lb Resin-Infused, Carbon-Fiber. Sweet to paddle 

the Islands in! New- $2,500 Used $1,900. Erik - Compass Point Composites 

LLC, 425-308-7423. 

Miscellaneous for sale: 18 inch dishwasher-Undercounter Kitchen Cabinets- 

drop in Stove $599.00. Email: lindbeck@u.washington.edu. 

Second Chance Thrift Shop sale: 30% off linens, ½ off vases. Think of 2nd 

Chance for your spring cleaning donations! 1335 E SR 532, Camano Island. 

GARAGE / ESTATE / YARD SALES 

Friday Only Garage Sale: June 15, 9am - 4pm. Good Stuff and Free Junk. 

Buy it now before it goes on E Bay. 268 Grandview Ave / Camano. 

Multi-family garage sale: Fri., June 1 and Sat. June 2, 9 AM to 5 PM at 785 

Lisa Lane, Camano Island 

Fox Hill Estates Community Sale: JUNE 8-10, FRI-SUN, 9-4, 77th Ave NW & 

Pioneer HWY, Stanwood. 

Huge Community Garage Sale Event: Saturday, June 9, 9am-4pm at Rocky 

Point Heights Community on Camano Island. A 95 member community is 

having a neighborhood wide garage sale event. Rocky Point Heights begins 

at James Way off North Camano and continues up the hill on to Island 

View Dr, and includes all side streets. Look for posters for directions. 

Stanwood Elementary is hosting a garage sale to help local families who 

are dealing with a crisis and need immediate help and also raising money 

for our PTA’ 5th grade camp fund. Saturday, June 2 from 8am - 4pm at the 

school gym, 10227 273rd Pl NW Stanwood. For more info: 360-629-1250. 

(Garage Sales continued on next page) 

Tree Trimming & Removals 

Stump Grinding • View Clearing 

Hazard Trees • Fruit Trees & Hedges 

Certified Arborist Services 

Jim Fay, Owner / Arborist 

360-387-0243 

FREE ESTIMATES 

Lic., Bond, Ins. • Lic. # PUGETST892BU 

cookware, bakeware, appliances, gadgets 

and specialty items that bring gourmet 

capability to the everyday kitchen. 

370 N. East Camano Dr. #7 


360-387-1609 

www.KarensKitchenandGifts.com 


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listings 

GARAGE / ESTATE / YARD SALES (continued) 

Stanwood Coop Preschool’s 2nd annual Multi-family Yard Sale/Bake 

Sale: Sat, June 2nd, 9am-3pm. Tons of quality items & take care of your 

sweet tooth at the same time! Located behind the Stanwood Food Bank. 

HELP WANTED 

If you have the equipment and can spot weld, call 360-969-1070. I have 

a project. 

Camano Island Fitness is looking to hire Physical Therapist, Personal 

Trainer and Gym Attendant/Receptionist. Please email resume to: coachdawn@camafit.com 

If we don’t 

know 

about it, 

we can’t 

print it. 

Send your info 

and/or images 

to: thecrab 

cracker@wavecable.com 

Camano Culinary Creations is seeking the services of any individual holding 

a current USCG Master’s License (OUPV) for part time work during this 

coming July and August. Interested qualified individuals send resume to 

camano.culinary.creations@gmail.com or mail to Camano Culinary Creations, 

848 Holbeck Drive, Camano Island, WA 98282. 

Considering a Career In Real Estate? Windermere is looking for sales asociates 

in our Stanwood and Camano Island offices. Contact Marla at marlaheagle@windermere.com 

for more info. 

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 

Need Help with house painting? No job too small! Call Curt 425-299- 

9024. 

FORTÉ Music Dance Art Studio offers private lessons on Sax, Clarinet, 

Flute, Voice & Piano. 1095 Essex St. A-1 Camano Island. For info, contact 

Chris Tuohy at 360-207-4632 or email christopher@fortemda.com. 

Greg’s Mobile Small Engine Repair. Call me and get your chainsaw, lawnmower, 

or other small gas engine equipment fixed. (425) 350-0938. 

REAL ESTATE / FOR SALE / FOR RENT 

Day spa has massage therapist room available for lease. Part/full time 

360-629-7546 

WANTED 

ALWAYS BUYING Antiques & Estate Items including wooden snowshoes 

and skis, old pottery, costume jewelry, vintage toys, farm items, vintage 

kitchenware and small furniture. Buying vintage since 1985. Call Peggy: at 

360-652-3293. 

Windermere Real Estate / CIR 

Rental Center for Both 

Owners & Tenants 

in Greater Stanwood 

& Camano Island 

VISIT OUR WEBSITE TO VIEW ALL OUR RENTAL HOMES OR JUST CALL OR STOP BY 

www.camanorealestate.com/rentals • (360) 629-8233 

7359 – 267th Street NW, Stanwood • Brokers: Keith Bjornethun & Ellen Bohn 


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STANWOOD 

SILVANA 

KAYAK POINT, 

WARM BEACH, 

7 LAKES 


MAP OF CAMANO ISLAND 

STANWOOD 


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ARTIST OF 

THE WEEK 

Ron Hinshaw: 

Phone: 

(360) 708-7281 

or 

(360) 770-5223 

E-Mail: 

Hinshaws 

ArtQuest@ 

yahoo.com 

Ron Hinshaw – Steel Sculptor 

Ron is a self taught artist with an extensive background in ornamental 

metalwork. A love for the outdoors and wildlife is expressed 

in his chosen medium of steel plate and heat. Ron creates a drawing 

that is transferred to the steel plate. The piece is cut by hand 

using an acetylene torch. Then each piece is carefully detailed and 

polished with a small hand held grinder. Upon completion of the 

grinding, using only the heat of the torch, each piece is colored 

achieving a range of colors from subtle golds to rich browns and 

on through vibrant purples and blues. Once the coloring is completed, 

each piece is welded together, some pieces made up of as 

high as 100 separate pieces of detailed steel. Working professionally 

since 1982, Ron feels that he is very fortunate to have found a 

way to express himself through his art and to be able to support his 

family, doing something he truly loves. Ron’s work is very unique 

and can be found in many galleries throughout the Western United 

States. His work is known Nationally and Internationally and can be 

found in private collections in Beverly Hills, Chicago, New York, San 

Francisco, India, Scotland, Japan, China & Hawaii. 

Family Owned & Operated ~ 

Nick & Carrie Foxen 

Your Guaranteed Automotive Resource 

Sales ~ Service ~ Repair 

360-926-8097 • platinumautoworks.net 

6 South Sapphire Drive, Camano Island, WA 98282 


BUSINESS 

SPOTLIGHT 

Blog of the week: 

The Whidbey Camano Land Trust 

(www.blog.wclt.org) 

Photo: 

Val Schroeder 

enjoys encounters 

with 

herons on Camano 

Island’s 

Utsalady Bay 

(Photo by Dave 

Baumchen) 


“Herons and the people who love them” 

By Val Schroeder, Member, Whidbey Camano Land Trust 

“What a thrill it is to live where people will rally to save land just for 

the wildlife. A place where supporters, county and state governments, 

and the Whidbey Camano Land Trust joined forces to create 

the 31-acre Davis Slough Heronry. What makes the Davis Slough 

Heronry special is that I can’t go there. Although it took persuasion 

to keep us humans out, it worked, and that makes me happy and 

relieved. The herons need space, and protecting that land gives 

other wildlife space, too. Herons aren’t recluses in their heronry. 

They’ve scolded me many times as I hike the beach, walk the pathway 

to my home, and even when I turn on the lights. With deep, 

hoarse croaks, herons inform me of my errors as they slowly unfold 

their wings, take a step, and lift off across the water. Sometimes I’m 

lucky and I’m able to walk by one on the beach. It’s a personal challenge 

to creep past and not disturb it as it stalks its prey. After I’ve 

passed, I slowly turn to see it snatch a fish and, as I watch it position 

its catch and swallow it, I wonder how long it will take for that 

bulge in its neck to disappear. What a stately creature, standing tall 

with plumes blowing in the wind. At low tide, I’ve seen as many as 

87 herons foraging in Skagit Bay. At high tide, I’ve counted 20 or 

so roosting in the trees. Some evenings, I start to walk the beach, 

but think better of it and head back home, not wanting a scolding 

from the herons foraging along the water’s edge. Who am I to disturb 

them? Of all my heron experiences, my favorite is seeing them 

soar. Every once in awhile, when the winds are right, I watch gulls 

and eagles playing in the currents and, to my surprise, see a heron 

among them. What thrills me even more is that enough people 

cared. Herons do have a place of their own on Camano Island, but 

they come out to join us morning, noon, and night.” 

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NATURE NOTES 

FLAG DAY 

FACT: 

Astronaut Neil 

Armstrong 

placed the flag 

on the moon on 

July 20, 1969. 

The Moon is the 

most remote 

place in which 

the American 

flag is displayed, 

although it can 

also be found at 

the North Pole 

and on top of 

Mount Everest. 


com 


Pruning for Views 

The most beautiful views in Washington State can be found on 

or near the Puget Sound shoreline. Magnificent vistas of water, 

beaches and mountains are enhanced by stunning sunrises and 

brilliant sunsets. Maintaining these views is the chief reason cited 

for cutting, topping and pruning trees on or near the shoreline. 

Some of these methods, however, may create bigger problems 

than they solve. This newsletter will address some of those problems, 

and alternatives to some of the more drastic measures taken 

by homeowners in order to maintain their views. It also discusses 

the danger of dumping tree limbs, other trimmings, and grass 

over the bluff or onto the beach, and alternative practices. Why 

You Should Not “Top” Your Trees: One of the main reasons not 

to cut trees near a bluff property is that the trees help stabilize 

the bluffs. Trees hold large amounts of water that may otherwise 

flow down the face of the slope. Roots hold sand and soil in place. 

These both help minimize the effects of erosion and the potential 

for slides. Instead of cutting trees, property owners may look to 

the alternative of “topping” the trees, which can be accomplished 

by hiring anyone with a ladder and chainsaw. Unlike trained arborists, 

some who top trees have little knowledge or experience, and 

often cause significant damage. An increasing number of towns 

and cities across the United States are banning tree topping or 

are requiring permits to do so. Besides being ugly, a topped tree 

is stressed. Large wounds from improper pruning can expose 

heartwood and sapwood, which attracts insects and diseases. The 

leafy crown of a tree accounts for up to 30% of its energy production, 

and topping can starve the tree. Latent buds are activated 

as a defense mechanism, and multiple shoots pop up as quickly 

as possible below each cut in an effort to regain the lost energy. 

The shoots can reach the previous height within two years, requiring 

continuous topping and associated dangers. Tree canopies 

serve to protect the underlying branches and trunk from sunburn, 

which can lead to bark splitting and cankers. Tree canopies also 

shade the ground below. When exposed to light, the ground and 

bluffs are now open to invasion by Himalayan blackberries, Scotch 

broom, English ivy, and other non-native species. These invaders 

crowd out native species, helping to destabilize the bluff. 

– Shore Stewards of Island County. Photo by Leah Kat. 

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KID’S KORNER 

SUDOKU 

FLAG 

ETIQUETTE: 

The flag should 

never touch 

anything beneath 

it, 

such as the 

ground, the 

floor, water, or 

merchandise. 

FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED! 

4 Locations to Serve You: 

• Elger Bay • Camano Plaza 

• North Camano • Stanwood 

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“Come in and meet our 

friendly baristas.” 

NEW MERCHANDISE FOR 

SPRING IS ARRIVING! 

We are now featuring NAOT 

Shoes. Need something for a 

special occasion? Call on us 

for personal shopping. 

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Community 

Information 

Tournament for Tim 

Saturday, June 23. Tee time: 10am at Camaloch Golf Course on 

Camano Island. Help the McGlinchy family while Tim recovers and 

gets back on his Dozer and Backhoe. Scramble format, 4-person 

teams. Entry fee: $70 per golfer (payable at time of registration). 

Limited power carts available at golfer’s expense. Make reservation 

with course at 360-387-3084. Prizes will be awarded based 

on number of entries. Lunch following Tourney at Chalet (located 

inside gate to Camaloch). Additional donations for the McGlinchy 

family will be gratefully accepted. Mail checks for entry forms and 

donations to Cedarhome Baptist Church (Tourney for Tim). Mail to 

Tournament For Tim, c/o/ Cedarhome Baptist Church, 29000 68th 

Ave NW, Stanwood, WA 98292. Registration due Monday, June 18. 

FLAG DAY 

FACT: 

There have 

been 27 different 

versions of 

the Star-Spangled 

Banner. 

The present 

flag bearing 50 

stars became 

the country’s 

official flag on 

July 4, 1960 

(after Hawaii 

became a state 

in 1959) 

SCIS Golf Classic III 

has been set for June 22, 2012 at Camaloch Golf Course. This tournament 

is the major fundraiser for Stanwood Camano Incident 

Support. SCIS provides chaplains and other trained volunteers to 

assist EMS first responders and the communities they serve. This 

exciting golfing event has divisions for men, women and “super 

seniors.” Everyone will have a shot for a hole-in-one to win a 2013 

Chevrolet Malibu! Sign up today and help support this valuable 

community resource. SCIS truly is “neighbors helping neighbors.” 

For information or to register visit our website at www.stanwoodcamanoincidentsupport.org 

or call Ralph at (206) 669-6747. 

Community Worship Services 

Community Worship Services are held at the Center on the 

second and fourth Thursday of each month, from 9-10:30am. 

Services are sponsored by local community churches, and include 

traditional hymns, a short sermon, and prayer time. Light 

refreshments will be served. If you can’t drive, check with Island 

Transit at 360-387-7433 about free curb-to-curb transportation 

(must register in advance). 

The Camano Center is accepting donations 

for the 6th Annual Gala Auction 

The Center likes to have a wide variety of items to auction, including 

unique, beautiful, or valuable products as well as packages 

consisting of trips or other experiences. If you are not sure 

if your item would be appropriate, please stop by or call 360- 

387-0222. The auction will be held on Saturday, September 8th, 

and all proceeds help the Center to continue to offer programs, 

activities, and services to the community. We are also seeking 

additional sponsors to help make this event possible. This is 

our biggest fundraiser of the year. For more info, see the Center 

website at www.camanocenter.org 


Community 

Information 

ADVERTISING 

IN THE CRAB 

CRACKER GETS 

YOU NOTICED! 

Without the 

advertisers, we 

would not be 

able to produce 

such a quality 

program and 

useful service to 

our community. 

Thanks to all 

our advertisers 

that help to 

maintain this 

outlet of local 

information. 

Please 

support 

them! 


Firefighter Cadets Learning Skills 

AND Collegiality 

When Camano Island Fire and Rescue Firefighter Bobbi Guadamuz 

realized the cadet program he once participated in as a 

Stanwood High School student no longer existed, he did something 

about it. The program was reinstituted this year, to the 

delight of the 19 students involved. The students arrive at the 

training through a program operated in partnership between the 

Stanwood-Camano School District and CIFR. “I have seen these 

students becoming very supportive of each other and collegial,” 

said Stanwood High’s director of career and technical education, 

Kevin Plambeck. “That’s not just becoming friends; that’s learning 

employability skills, leadership skills, and working with each 

other.” Senior Dylan Lowery says the experience is motivating him. 

“There’s no doubt about it: I am going to make it a career.” CIFR 

Chief Mike Ganz said, “they are getting some exposure beyond 

the classroom and some hands on skills.” Other firefighters in the 

district are also helping out. Many have taken on training roles 

when they’re off-duty, giving the students a real appreciation for 

the firefighters and for the work they do. Photo: Back Row left to 

right: Cody James, Ryan Striplin, Carson Kooper, Blake Branstrom, 

Marcus Shadbolt, Dylan Lowery, Kyle Krieger, Kyle Johnson. Middle 

row: Randi Lybbert and Instructor Firefighter B. Guadamuz. Front 

row left to right: Jacob Kimble, Travis Mason, Mitchell Dessert. Not 

pictured: Austin Hiatt. 

Bus Charters 

Do you have a group, or maybe a large family for whom you 

want to organize a trip? Do you want to enjoy yourself without 

the fuss of driving or parking? Why not charter the Camano 

Center’s bus, and leave the driving to us! The bus has a 14 person 

capacity and would come with the driver. To get costs on 

specific trip destinations contact Donna Wilson at 360-387- 

0222 or e-mail dwilson@camanocenter.org. 

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Community 

Information 

Stanwood Dominates State History Day! 

Congratulations to the Stanwood High School History Day 

team who dominated at last weekend’s State History contest 

in Bellevue. Maggie Phillips, Sean Dolan, Marlee Raible, Emily 

Najar and Madalyn Schei completed a “Stanwood shutout” in 

the exhibit category with the top two group exhibits qualifying 

to head to Nationals this June in Washington DC. Amanda Bye 

overcame tough competition to qualify as an alternate with a 

3rd place finish in individual historical performance. Congratulate 

these individuals on their hard work and dedication! 

FLAG DAY 

FACT: 

The flag’s name, 

“Old Glory,” purportedly 

came 

from Captain 

William Driver, a 

shipmaster from 

Salem, Massachusetts. 

His 

friends gave him 

a brand new 

flag of 24 stars. 

As the banner 

was hoisted 

above his ship 

and caught the 

breeze, Driver 

exclaimed “Old 

Glory!” 

Livingston Bay Recognized as Important 

Shorebird Site! 

The Greater Skagit/Stillaguamish Delta, which includes Livingston 

Bay, has been named a Site of Regional Importance by the 

Western Hemisphere Shorebird Reserve Network (WHSRN). 

This is huge news! There are only two other sites in Washington. 

Ruth Milner, District Wildlife Biologist for the WA Department of 

Fish and Wildlife, announced the news yesterday saying, “That 

helps all of us see how our dedication to protecting our local 

places contributes in a concrete way to global conservation.” 

Ruth, the Land Trust, and other partners in the area worked 

for years to ensure the environmental health of the wetlands 

and other key habitats in the area. Their efforts were rewarded 

with this international designation. Shorebirds rely on finding 

healthy, productive sites all along the west coast as they undertake 

very long migrations to breed near the arctic and winter 

in friendlier climates far to the south. So, what may look like 

a desert of mud when the tide at Port Susan Bay goes out is, 

in fact, a sensitive ecosystem teeming with life and providing 

nourishment and rest to at least 40,000 birds in any given year. 

– Whidbey Camano Land Trust (www.wclt.org). 


Community 

Information 

Parade Announcement 

“Volunteers – They Help Our Community Thrive!” The Stanwood 

Camano Rotary Club is busy planning the 2012 Summer Parade 

and is putting out the call to those businesses, clubs, teams and 

organizations who want to celebrate the Volunteers in our community 

that make it great. This year’s parade will be held on August 

4th. Alongside Rotary, SCAF, the Lions, Kiwanis, the Scouts, 

MOPS, the Soapbox Derby, the Food Bank, the Senior and Community 

Centers and the Chambers of Commerce are just a few of 

the groups whose combined efforts ensure Stanwood Camano is 

noted as a place of giving and philanthropy. Show your support by 

joining us to line the route along 271st Street NW in Stanwood, or 

better yet get together and enter your own team, organization or 

business in the Parade. The fun will begin at 11:00 am. Deadline for 

entry into the parade is July 20. Contact Terry Robertson at terry. 

robertson@josephinenet.com or 360-510-2083 for info. 

Strange 

but true: 

Mister Rogers 

wore sweaters 

to conceal 

extensive 

forearm tattoos 

commemorating 

his short stint 

as a Merchant 

Marine. 

Stanwood Elementary garage sale 

to help local families who are dealing with a crisis and need immediate 

help and also raising money for our PTA’ 5th grade camp 

fund. We are accepting donations on Friday, June 1st from 4 - 8 pm. 

(Unfortunately we are unable to take electronics like TV’s and computer 

monitors.) The sale will be taking place on Saturday, June 2 

from 8am - 4pm at the school gym, 10227 273rd Pl NW Stanwood. 

For more info, call 360-629-1250. 

The 2012 Collector’s Car Show 

will be held on Saturday, August 11th, from 10:30am until 

3:30pm at the Camano Center, 606 Arrowhead Road. See a wide variety 

of classic cars, enjoy live entertainment, and bring the kids because 

they will love the Children’s Area! A popular Outdoor Market 

will be held at the same time. Shop for gift items, or maybe something 

special for yourself! Beverages and lunch will be available for 

purchase. Admission is free! A Poker Run will be held the same day. 

It will consist of a scenic, self-guided ride around Camano Island 

with card stops. To register to have your car(s) in the Car Show, or 

to be a vender at the Outdoor Market, stop by the Center or go to 

www.camanocenter.org for registration forms. 360-387-0222. 

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Community 

Information 

FLAG 

ETIQUETTE: 

The flag 

should not be 

displayed on a 

float in a 

parade except 

from a staff. 

Safe Harbor Free Clinic Wins Prestigious 

Health Award for Health Care Service to Island 

County Residents 

Safe Harbor Free Clinic, a state-of-the-art walk-in clinic providing 

professional health care and referral services to uninsured 

and under-insured patients, received the Linda Lee Martens 

Health Hero Award, as did Stanwood Doctor James Grierson, 

for pioneering work in health care in Island County. “Receiving 

this prestigious award tells us that the people in Island County 

greatly appreciate the medical care they receive at Safe Harbor,” 

said Julie Vess, Executive Director at Safe Harbor. Safe Harbor 

was recognized for “extraordinary efforts contributing to the 

health and well being of Island County citizens.” Over one-third 

of the people served at Safe Harbor live in Island County. Nearly 

3,000 people have been seen at Safe Harbor Free Clinic since 

its doors opened in June 2009. Dr. James Grierson, who was instrumental 

in the creation of Safe Harbor, also won a Linda Lee 

Martens Health Hero Award--for the Individual Category. 

OCCUPY YOUR BODY 

Yoga • Pilates • Tai Chi • Dance 

Classes • Retreats • Workshops 

New beginner classes start in June. 

New Relaxation & Meditation class. 

10101 271st St NW Stanwood 

360-629-9100 • www.movementarts.com 

Voted Best Health & Fitness Center / 2012 S.C.News 


Community 

Information 

State Track update 

Kaci Jones is the first ever Stanwood Spartan to win State in 

the girls discus! She won with a 131’7” throw. Ryan Randall got 

12th place in the shot put. Way to go! 

Strange 

But True: 

Bruce Lee was 

a third cousin 

of one of the 

Watergate 

burglars. 

Summer festival 

On July 21, 2012, Saint Aidan’s Episcopal Church will be presenting 

their 22nd Annual Summer Festival. The Festival offers 

a huge variety of items for sale & a Silent Auction which includes 

local art, dinners, and many fun opportunities. These items are 

donated by many throughout our community. This summer, we 

will even have several antique typewriters available. In past years 

we have had boats, vehicles, etc. The wonderful end result of our 

Festival, is that a large percentage (40% last year) of the proceeds 

is given back to our community. Last year the recipients were 

Housing Hope, Ministerial Association, Stanwood Food Bank, and 

the Stanwood Camano Community Resource Center. Festival is 

8:30am-3pm at 1318 East State Route 532, Camano Island. Come 

by and peruse our Festival’s items, listen to music, enjoy the snack 

bar and enjoy yourselves! Call 360-387-9749 for more info. 

(360) 387-4700 

Fax: (360) 387-5039 

811-D N. Sunrise Blvd., 


(at Terry’s Corner 

in the building with the big red roof) 

Open Mon-Fri: 9-5 • Sat: 8-noon 

Closed for lunch: 12:30-1:30 


Ford Giesbrecht 

All Ages, Levels & Styles. 

Learn at Your Own Pace. 

Instruction & Performance 

Ukulele & Bass Lessons Also Available 

Serving Stanwood & Camano Island 

360-631-0661•guitarbyford.com 

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Community 

Information 

Fire District NEW electronic newsletter 

As Camano Island Fire and Rescue prepares to issue its first 

electronic newsletter, the fire district wants to remind constituents 

to sign up to receive it. By going to the district website at 

www.camanofire.com, interested parties can sign up with their 

email address to receive the news from the district. The new electronic 

format is a cost-effective means of communication for the 

district. 

Calling all runners and walkers... 

join the inaugural Camano Crab Dash! This will be a non-competitive, 

chip-timed 5K and 10K run starting and ending at the Camano 

Center on Saturday, June 30th at 9am (check in will be from 

7-8am). Prizes for top three male and female run finishers. Immediately 

following the race join us on our garden patio for beer, brats 

& awards! For more info, go to camanocenter.org. 

Strange 

But True: 

bagpipes 

originated 

in India. 

Cyndy’s Broiler Regular Weekly Events: 

Tuesdays, 7 p.m. All Ages Open Mic Night • Wednesdays, noon. 

Senior Lunch with live music • Wednesdays, 6 to 8 p.m. Country 

Line Dance Lessons • Wednesdays, 8 p.m. Karaoke • Thursdays, 

4 p.m. Beginning, 4:45pm Intermediate Line Dance Lessons, $5 

per person, Instructor Kathy Leone 425-205-0870. kathyaqualover@yahoo.com 

• Thursdays 5:30-7 p.m. Free Line Dance, 

open to all. • Thursdays, 8 p.m. Jam Night • Fridays & Saturdays, 

9 p.m. to Midnight. Live Music. Details at www.CyndysBroiler. 

com. 360-629-4800, 27021 102nd Ave NW, Stanwood. 

Camano M.O.P.S. 

9am-noon Tuesdays at Camano Chapel. If you are a mother of 

a child who is starting kindergarten, a mommy to be, or anywhere 

in-between then mops is the place for you! We are a fun 

loving group of mothers who meet for some fantastic teaching, 

delicious food, creative crafts and most importantly the 

opportunity to meet new moms just like you! Bring the kids 

and see what we’re all about. 


Island 

Critter 

Sitters 

Lorin & Lindy 

Hawkins 

425-260-9352 

Bonded / Licensed 

Daily / Weekly 

Overnights 

INN at 

BARNUM 

POINT 

Bed & Breakfast 

On the Beach on 

Camano Island 

Gift Certificates 

360-387-2256 

www.InnatBarnumPoint.com 

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Community 

Information 

FLAG DAY 

FACT: 

No part of the 

flag is supposed 

to be used as a 

costume or athletic 

uniform. 

However, a flag 

patch may be 

attached to 

the uniform of 

military personnel, 

firemen, 

policemen and 

members of 

patriotic organizations. 


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Celebrate ocean awareness at Cama Beach 

The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission invites 

the public to the Third Annual CamOcean World Oceans Day festival 

at Cama Beach State Park on Camano Island. The one-day festival 

runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 16 at Cama Beach State Park, 1880 

S.W. Camano Drive, Camano Island. Participants will discover how 

the waters of Puget Sound fit into a larger resource of the world’s 

combined oceans through interpretive beach walks, demonstrations, 

hands-on activities and educational booth displays by more 

than 35 ocean conservation and natural resource organizations. The 

event also features in-water rescue demonstrations by Stanwood- 

Camano Fire Rescue, live music featuring Irthlingz and Padilla Bay, 

games, guided trail walks, park tours, face painting, geocaching and 

arts and crafts. Captain Fuzzybeard and Smokey the Bear return for 

kids’ storytelling sessions, joined by the American Story Lady, Uri Israel. 

The Discover Pass is required to access Cama Beach State Park. 

Parking is limited. Alternative forms of transportation are suggested. 

Additional free parking is available two miles north of Cama Beach 

State Park at the Camano Chapel, 867 S.W. Camano Drive, Camano Island. 

Free shuttle service to and from the festival is provided. Visitors 

may paddle around Saratoga Passage by renting boats and kayaks 

from The Center for Wooden Boats at a discounted rate during the 

event. The CamOcean World Oceans Day festival presented by the 

Cama Beach Foundation in cooperation with The Center for Wooden 

Boats, the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission 

and event volunteers. For more information about the CamOcean 

Festival, visit www.camabeachfoundation.org or find “CamOcean” 

on Facebook. World Oceans Day is an international awareness campaign 

recognized by the United Nations in 2008 to promote ocean 

conservation education. Organizations around the globe play host 

to events aimed towards changing perspectives on water conservation, 

educating the world about ocean awareness and celebrating 

the shared resource of the ocean. Coordinated by the Ocean Project 

and the World Ocean Network, the bi-annual theme for 2011-2012 

is “Youth: The Next Wave of Change.” June is Washington State Great 

Outdoors Month. Enjoy Washington’s many recreational activities 

and celebrate the month dedicated to environmental stewardship 

and the appreciation of the outdoors. For information about events 

at Washington state parks, visit www.parks.wa.gov/events. 


Community 

Information 

About the 

authors: 

Gary Holz, DSC 

was a physicist, 

multiple patent 

holder, author, 

and founder of 

Holz Industries. 

He became a 

Psycho-Neuro- 

Immunologist, 

nutritionist, 

lecturer and 

alternative healer 

until his passing 

in 2007. Robbie 

Holz is an author, 

consultant and 

international 

speaker, acclaimed 

for her 

clarity, humor 

and her own inspirational 

story. 


Multiple Awards for “Secrets” 

Local authors and former residents of Arlington, Dr. Gary and Robbie 

Holz, have been honored with two prestigious national awards. 

Journey to the Heart: Secrets of Aboriginal Healing, the book the 

couple co-authored, is a 2012 Nautilus Silver Medal award winner 

and a finalist for the ForeWord Review 2011 Book of the Year Award. 

“I’m so pumped, actually in tears,” Robbie Holz says. “Gary’s intention, 

and my intention, has always been to help as many people as 

we possibly could in their quest for wellness,” says Holz of herself 

and her late husband. “This book is proving a great vehicle for that 

because it’s so simple and clear, a very easy manual.” The remote 

Aboriginal tribe featured in the book requested that Dr. Holz bring 

their 40,000 year-old healing principles to the Western world. The 

book tells the true story of Dr. Gary Holz’s journey to a remote aboriginal 

village in the Outback of Australia to seek healing for progressive 

MS. He arrived in Australia a quadriplegic, hardly able to 

roll his wheelchair. He returned home a master of his own life, with 

returned feeling in his once-numb body and able to clumsily walk 

down the airplane aisle. Dr. Holz began as a skeptical scientist. In 

his startlingly honest and sometimes humorous voice, the book 

relates the simple healing process taught by two aboriginal healers, 

Rose and Ray, who helped Dr. Holz realize that the mind, body 

and spirit have always been inseparably connected, that healing 

is an inside job, and that the universe is providing us more help 

than we can possibly imagine. Marilyn McGuire, a Nautilus spokeswoman, 

says the book has been honored for, “...stimulating the 

imagination and offering the reader new possibilities for a better 

life.” “Your book stood out among the more than 700 publishers 

and 1200 entered titles in this year’s awards program,” says Kimber 

Bilby of the ForeWord Review. “Our judges [say] this year’s titles are 

the best they’ve seen!” The judges at ForeWord are distinguished 

librarians and booksellers. “It can be hard for independently published 

books to get into libraries and bookstores,” says Robbie Holz. 

“I think these awards will really help that happen from coast to 

coast. And the book has been selling out. The local bookstores are 

very excited.” Secrets of Aboriginal Healing is for sale in your local 

bookstore, Amazon.com and Barnesandnoble.com. 

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Community 

Information 

M.O.P.S. Meeting 

MOPS is for expecting moms or moms that have at least one child 

in Kindergarten or younger. We are a group of moms that meet 

twice a month to fellowship together, hear interesting topics & 

grow to be the best moms we can be for our kids. Meetings are 

9am-11:30am & free childcare is offered for infants through Kindergarten. 

Meet at Warm Beach Free Methodist Church at 20815 

Marine Dr, Stanwood. For more info call 360-652-6555. 

JOSEPHINE MEMORY LOSS SUPPORT GROUP 

First Tuesday of each month. For those experiencing memory loss 

& their caregivers, partners, family members & friends. Group facilitator 

is Sharon Brilla, who has 24 years of experience. To reserve 

a spot, call 629-2126. 

Family History Researchers 

Camwood Genealogy Workshop meets the first Monday of each 

month at 1 p.m. on the 2nd floor of the Stanwood Area History 

Museum. For more info: 360-387-3375 

Museful nights 

Open Mic every Wednesday at the Muse in Conway, 18444 Spruce/ 

Main St. Starts at 7pm in the Parlor - sign up at 6pm. 

Introducing a 

Creative Team with 

fresh Artistic Vision. 

Alissa & Cecil 

Interior Designer Cabinet Designer 

Cecil is a celebrity with cabinets and 

clients, weaving beauty and affordable 

functionality into his work. 

Alissa perfectly finishes the room with 

the fine details including paints, counter 

tops, flooring, and more. 

Call for a FREE 

consultation! 

Store Info: 

400 W Fir Street 

Mount Vernon, WA 98273 

800-735-7193 

360-336-6533 

www.mvcarpetone.com 

info@mvcarpetone.com 


Community 

Information 

Zumba 

Every Friday at the Muse in Conway, 18444 Spruce/Main St. Begins 

January 28. 5:30-6:30pm. First class is free! Instructors are Charlotte 

Katie, at 360-319-5139. $7 drop-in fee. 10 for $50 punchcard. 

In the Renaissance Room. 

OXYGEN for Your Relationships! 

Do you want more out of your marriage? Learn how to improve 

communication, better understand each other’s needs, resolve 

conflict, rekindle romance and find renewed hope! Come to the 

Camano Center, Friday, June 22nd, 6:30-9pm and Saturday, June, 

23rd, 9am-2:30pm. This event is provided by Stronger Families. 

The cost is $79 per couple until June 16th, then the price increases 

to $89 per couple. To Register: http://oxygenforyourrelationships. 

com. If you have questions please phone 206.229.3355 or email 

Garrick.Pang@strongerfamilies.org. Childcare IS provided!! 

LEARN HOW TO DE-STRESS 

June 22. Free introductory lecture to acquaint people with the Art 

of Ascension as taught by the Ishayas. Teachers discuss the nature 

of the mind and how this practice works to effortlessly remove 

stress from the nervous system. 6:45pm at 19381 County Line Rd, 

Stanwood, WA. Contact Angela Elgee 360-333-4046. 

RELAX | RENEW | REFRESH 

Pamper that special someone with a spa gift certificate! 

360-629-SKIN 

(7546) 

Please visit our 

new location: 

9328 271st NW, 

Stanwood, WA 98292 

(across from Stanwood 

Middle School) 

Facials | Waxing | Body Treatments | Manicure | Pedicure | More 


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Furniture and Mattresses 


LIBRARY NEWS 

Camano Island 

Library, 

Terry’s Corner 

848 N. Sunrise 

Blvd., Camano 

Island 

(360) 387-5150 

Mon: 1-5 

Tues: 10-7 

Wed: 10-7 

Thu: 10-7 

Fri: 10-5 

Sat: 10-5 

Sun: Closed 

Sno-Isle Libraries’ 50th Celebration – 

Camano Island Library Pilot Project’s 

5th Celebration! 

Fifty years ago, the world was at our doorstep, celebrating the 

1962 Seattle World’s Fair and brimming with space age optimism. 

Boeing was flying high. Seattle appeared to be the capital of the 

world. And the 21st Century was a science fiction vision of wonder 

and anticipation. In the midst of that excitement and confidence, 

residents in Snohomish and Island County took a big leap 

into the future by unifying two county rural library districts into 

Sno-Isle Libraries. Fifty years later, technology has evolved and 

many customer needs have changed. Yet, our two-county library 

district continues to be an essential community doorway to reading, 

resources and lifelong learning, as well as a center for people, 

ideas and culture. So we’re celebrating the millions of children and 

adults, over the past 50 years, who’ve benefitted from library early 

learning efforts for children and lifelong learning materials and 

classes for adults. And we invite you to celebrate with us. Imagine 

how your children, grandchildren and community will benefit as 

Sno-Isle Libraries provides access to information, learning, entertainment, 

recreation, economic regeneration and promotes public 

dialogue opportunities, over the next 50 years. Our Camano Island 

Library Pilot Project is celebrating its 5th year at Terry’s Corner on 

June 16 from 11:00-2:00. We’ll have refreshments and will be placing 

a time capsule so please join us. Let’s make sure our library becomes 

a permanent fixture on Camano! 

ALWAYS BUYING 

Old Things! 

Call Peggy at 

360-652-3293 

Buying Vintage Since 1985 


North Cascade 

Construction 

NC SQUARED, INC. 

665 Scandia Parkway, Camano Island, WA 98282 

Office: (360) 387-4233 

Cell: (425) 308-4963 

Email: racer334@wavecable.com 

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Healthy living 

FLAG DAY 

FACT: 

April 25, 1976: 

Chicago Cubs 

outfielder 

Rick Monday 

snatches a U.S. 

flag, saving it 

from protesters 

trying to 

burn it on the 

field at Dodger 

Stadium. 

Health and Animals 

“I have raised labs most of my life, volunteered and do fund raising 

for Humane Societies. My last beautiful boy died in 2000 and I 

vowed I would get an older dog who needed good parents. There 

are so many animals that are left at shelters (we have wonderful 

ones in our area) that make the best friends and companions. Bob 

and I got our big boy, Duke, at Noah and are blessed everyday with 

his calm presence. People and animals have a long history of living 

together and bonding. One of the oldest discoveries about 

this bond was documented a few years ago. Found in Israel was a 

12,000-year-old human skeleton buried with its hand resting on the 

skeleton of a 6-month-old wolf pup. One of the largest studies in 

this field suggests that four-legged friends can help to improve our 

cardiovascular health. This study looked at 421 adults who’d suffered 

heart attacks. A year later, the scientists found animal owners 

were significantly more likely to still be alive than were those who 

did not own animal; regardless of the severity of the heart attack. 

Another study looked at 240 married couples. Those who owned 

a pet (any kind of pet) were found to have lower heart rates and 

blood pressure, whether at rest or when undergoing stressful tests, 

than those without pets. Look into getting an animal, first read and 

educate yourself about the work of being a pet owner. The Snowgoose 

Bookstore and our libraries are excellent resources. It is an 

honor to have an animal but also a big responsibility. The joy and 

love that animals bring into my life is a great gift. www.webmd. 

com/hypertension-high-blood-pressure/guide/5-ways-pets-improve-your-health 

– Suzanna Mantis, owner of Z’s Body & Soul. 


How to correctly fold the american flag: 

HAPPY 

FLAG DAY 

FLAG DAY 

FACT: 

The flag 

should not be 

displayed on 

days when the 

weather is bad, 

except when an 

all-weather flag 

is displayed. 

FLAG etiquette: 

• The flag should never be displayed with the union down, except 

as a signal of dire distress in instances of extreme danger to life or 

property. 

• The flag should never have placed upon it, nor on any part of it, 

nor attached to it any mark, insignia, letter, word, figure, design, 

picture, or drawing of any nature. 

• Advertising signs should not be fastened to a staff or halyard 

from which the flag is flown. 

• The flag, when it is in such condition that it is no longer a fitting 

emblem for display, should be destroyed in a dignified way, preferably 

by burning. 

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TIDE TABLES 

Tides for SARATOGA PASSAGE / GREENBANK (JUNE 1 - JUNE 14) 

Day High Tide Height 

/Low Time Feet 

F 1 High 1:52am 11.6 

1 Low 8:56am -0.9 

1 High 3:58pm 9.8 

1 Low 8:58pm 5.9 

S 2 High 2:35am 11.7 

2 Low 9:41am -2.2 

2 High 4:58pm 10.7 

2 Low 10:00pm 6.4 

S 3 High 3:20am 11.8 

3 Low 10:27am -3.2 

3 High 5:52pm 11.5 

3 Low 10:58pm 6.6 

M 4 High 4:07am 11.7 

4 Low 11:13am -3.7 

4 High 6:41pm 12.0 

4 Low 11:55pm 6.7 

T 5 High 4:56am 11.4 

5 Low 12:00pm -3.8 

5 High 7:29pm 12.2 

W 6 Low 12:51am 6.5 

6 High 5:48am 10.9 

6 Low 12:47pm -3.4 

6 High 8:16pm 12.3 

T 7 Low 1:49am 6.2 

7 High 6:44am 10.2 

7 Low 1:35pm -2.6 

7 High 9:01pm 12.2 

Day High Tide Height 

/Low Time Feet 

F 8 Low 2:49am 5.7 

8 High 7:43am 9.4 

8 Low 2:23pm -1.5 

8 High 9:45pm 12.1 

S 9 Low 3:52am 5.1 

9 High 8:49am 8.6 

9 Low 3:12pm -0.1 

9 High 10:28pm 11.9 

S 10 Low 4:57am 4.4 

10 High 10:03am 7.8 

10 Low 4:03pm 1.5 

10 High 11:11pm 11.6 

M 11 Low 6:01am 3.5 

11 High 11:28pm 7.4 

11 Low 4:59pm 3.1 

11 High 11:53pm 11.3 

T 12 Low 7:00am 2.6 

12 High 1:08pm 7.4 

12 Low 6:02pm 4.6 

W 13 High 12:34am 11.0 

13 Low 7:50am 1.6 

13 High 2:44pm 8.0 

13 Low 7:16pm 5.7 

T 14 High 1:14am 10.7 

14 Low 8:33am 0.8 

14 High 3:59pm 8.9 

14 Low 8:31pm 6.5 

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PHOTOS & 

ART FROM 

YOUR FRIENDS 

“Photo of a small crab on the beach that thinks he is king of the 

beach.” Photo by Adam Christopherson. 

Strange 

but true: 

George Gershwin 

suffered 

partial hearing 

loss after a 

poppy seed 

became lodged 

in his ear canal. 

By the time it 

was removed, 

it had begun to 

sprout. 

“Cama Beach Sunset” Photo by Tina Dinzl-Pederson 


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CAMANO SHORES $259,000 

Terrific beach house with a huge price reduction. Great views 

of Elger Bay with the Olympics at the horizon. Wide open floor 

plan with a large kitchen, 2 bedrooms and very well 

maintained. Good sized deck overlooking Saratoga Passage 

with a built-in hot tub. Beach access! #122656 

CAMANO ISLAND $199,900 

Fabulous price on an immaculate home on over an acre with a 

20x50 4 bay shop. Fully fenced with electric gate, concrete 

drive and pad, vegetable and flower gardens and a small fruit 

orchard. New roof, windows, paint and carpet. #352901 

STANWOOD $167,000 

Vintage 1900’s farmhouse on 1 acre with a recent update and 

mountain views, surrounded by farmlands and yet close to 

town. Lots of storage and workspace offers both a detached 

garage with work space and a detached shop. Sold as-is. 

#355629 

VACANT LAND $99,000 

View lot off North Camano Drive with a conventional soils 

feasibility test complete and recorded. Community well, 

electricity at the street and a great north island location. 

Private beach access at 3 locations. #354970 

RECENTLY SOLD HOMES 

List Price: $350,000 Sold Price: $340,000 

Days on Market: 69 

2807 S. East Camano Drive, Camano Island 

Bedrooms: 3 / Bathrooms: 2.75 / MLS# 317116 

List Price: $469,000 Sold Price: $459,000 

Days on Market: 13 

1689 S. East Camano Drive, Camano Island 

Bedrooms: 3 / Bathrooms: 1.75 / MLS# 331729 

Camano Island | Country Club 

1283 Elger Bay Rd 

360/387-3411 

Stanwood 

7359 267th St NW 

360/629-8233 

www.facebook.com/CamanoLife 

Camano Island | Terry’s Corner 

818 N Sunrise Blvd 

360/387-4663 

www.camanorealestate.com 

Windermere Real Estate/CIR

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