The trails at the South Whidbey Community Park (Castle Park) are often overlooked, but shouldn't be. The trails are some of the smoothest you will ever walk, without pavement. The trail system throughout the park is wide enough for the park's collection of 4 wheel utility vehicles, so they can connect quickly across the vast… Continue reading Local Adventures: Waterman Loop

There was a time in my life when I became so jaded with hiking I looked down upon "local" hikes. They were for when I couldn't be in the mountains, chasing altitude and miles. A few more kids, and a farm changed that attitude. If 2018 brought one theme it was never-ending farm work and… Continue reading Local Adventures: Waterman Rock

An oddity sits in Ebey’s Landing National Historical Preserve in central Whidbey Island. There was once a dozen, and 4 blockhouses from the mid 1800’s still standing. And you can visit them all. Ebey’s Preserve is a place rich in history. Two stand close to each other, near the Sunnyside Cemetery, just North of the… Continue reading The Blockhouses of Ebey’s Reserve

5 Kid Friendly Hikes On South Whidbey Island – a few of our favorite hikes to get out into. And best of all? These are all great hikes for the off-season. Central and South Whidbey have the Olympic Rain Shadow, so are often much drier than areas around. I’ve noted which hikes have additional items… Continue reading 5 Kid Friendly Hike On South Whidbey Island