Old Crop. New Life.
September 26, 2022
The Center for Wooden Boats
September 26, 2022
Old Crop. New Life.
: “The finest eating strawberry in America,” is making a comeback. After being nearly decimated by disease in the 1940s, the prized Marshall strawberry has been carefully recultivated by the Olga Strawberry Council. The jewel-like fruit has been praised by James Beard as, “exceedingly handsome, splendidly flavored, pleasantly sprightly, aromatic and juicy.”
Touring the island by scout coupe or moped allows you to leisurely soak in the views and stop along the way, as desired.
Watch an Epic Sunsets
While breathtaking sunsets can be found on any of the destinations throughout this archipelago, San Juan Island is home to the most public beach access — making it arguably the best place to watch the sunset. And it’s hard to go wrong with any of these epic waterfront view spots. Arguably the most popular is Lime Kiln State Park, where whale watching enthusiasts can often be found looking to resident and transient pods at all hours.
However, the shorelines near Cattle Point Lighthouse (seen here) are equally as stunning and offer even more extensive trails. On the southern side of the island, South Beach offers the opportunity to make a small bonfire and stay cozy making S’mores. And running along the western edge is the Westside Preserve, located just south of the Lime Kiln State Park. This unique public trail has just a few parking pullouts, meaning visitors are treated to a relatively crowd-free experience.
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Get There with a Scenic Flight
If you’re already aboard a Kenmore Air flight, this may be old news. But getting to the San Juans doesn’t have to be a slog. In fact, the scenic flight can be half the fun!
