2009 San Juan Islands Directory

Ongoing discussion... Best "Family" accommodations in the San Juan Islands
Currently being discussed on the message board is a conversation about the best places to stay if you are traveling with small children on Lopez Island, Orcas Island, and San Juan Island.  Photo: Michael Feist.

Eddie and Friends Dog Park...Have your dog take you there!
Moran State Park... move over.  Cascade national Park... step aside.  Yellowstone National Park... make way for Eddie and friends dog park!

Organic farming and dining in the San Juan Islands
Anna Maria of the Coho Restaurant tells you what ancient Chinese farming techniques produce organic vegetables and poultry on San Juan Island.

Bike the Tour De Lopez
Spring into the season with a heart pumping bike ride.  The smell of the sea on the ferry ride across, the chill of the spring morning, the camaraderie conversation of those who exercise, the Douglas fir trees blowing in the wind, the remote beaches and coves, and the excellent sleep you will surely have that night.

For the kids ~ The Washington State Coloring Book
Keep the kids occupied with this fun printable coloring book with images and history from around Washington state.  Interesting for adults too!  Download and print it out using a PDF reader.  1.3 MB (  short download  )

5 anti-litter campaigns that help to keep San Juan island clean.
Learn how concerned local islanders set up efficient anti-litter programs to keep the roads on San Juan Island clean.

Local Newspapers and Bloggers
Visitors and residents alike will find this collection of local news and online entertainment options helpful.  Bookmark the local newspapers, keep track of the bloggers of the islands, and be prepared to immerse yourself in the virtual San Juans.

2008 Condé Nast Traveler Ranks San Juan Islands
Conde Nast Traveler  Magazine has announced its 2008 Best in the World rankings, placing the San Juan Islands of Washington State at #9 on its list of Top 10 Islands in North America.

Friday Harbor Events Calendar
Browse upcoming events in Friday Harbor and Roche Harbor and throughout the San Juan Islands.

View Webcams in Friday Harbor
Few different WebCams situated throughout the San Juan Islands.  Including Friday Harbor, the port of Friday Harbor, Roche Harbor, Orcas Island, and Fishermans Bay on Lopez Island.