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Whidbey Island: The shortest distance to far away!

Whidbey Island Activities
Building a beach hut at Ebey's Landing on Whidbey Island
Making a driftwood beach hut at Ebey's Landing on Whidbey Island
All sizes of boats tie up at Coupeville's historic wharf.
Rent kayaks, study whale bones or tour a visiting tall ship at Coupeville's historic wharf.

Ten Fun Things To Do on Whidbey Island
    1. Walk on the beaches: Whidbey Island is the longest island in the contiguous U.S. At 45 miles long and up to 10 miles wide, there are literally hundreds of beach walks!

    2. Explore a unique Northwest prairie at Ebey's Landing National Historical Reserve.

    3. Enjoy delectable dining in a casual setting. From fresh mussels to local farm produce, you will feast on Northwest cuisine. No ties or jackets required! Try Christopher's on Whidbey, or The Oystercatcher. Best mussels - Front Street Grill.

    4. Ride a bike on Kettle's Trail or in the Tour de Whidbey benefit for Whidbey General Hospital.

    5. Immerse yourself in the past at the Island County Historical Museum.

    6. Go fly a kite at the Whidbey Island Kite Festival.

    7. Trade with charming Coupeville farmers & shopkeepers for antiques & art, beads & books, chocolates & cabin comforts, heirloom tomatoes and more...

    8. Paddle around Penn Cove in a kayak. Harbor Gifts & Kayak Rentals, 360 678-3625.

    9. Thrill to the PHRF/IRC yachting competition of Race Week in July.
10. Celebrate & create!
  • Greenbank Farm Holiday Gift Market: Nov. 25 - Dec. 18, 2011 (weekends) 
  • Penn Cove Mussel Festival: March 2-4, 2012.
  • Whidbey Island Writers Conference: March 2-4, 2012.
  • Meerkerk Gardens: Gorgeous anytime! Peak blooms - April - mid-May.
  • Penn Cove Water Festival: May 19, 2012.
  • Wharf Fest: June 22, 2012. Celebrating Coupeville's seafaring past.
  • Loganberry Festival: July 28 & 29, 2012.
  • Coupeville Arts & Crafts Festival: August 11 & 12, 2012.
  • Plein Air Painters U.S. Open: Aug. 21-25, 2012.
  • Whidbey Island 2011 Farm Tour: Sept. 16 & 16, 2012.
  • Tour de Whidbey: Sept. 22, 2012.
  • Whidbey Island Kite Festival: Sept. 24-25, 2011, Camp Casey Conf. Cntr. 
  • HarvestFest: Oct. 13, 2012. Coupeville Farmer's Market: Wacky races, gigunda pumpkins.
  • OktoberFest, Greenbank Farm: Oct. 6, 2012.
  • Ebey's Forever Conference: Nov. 2-3, 2012.
  • Whidbey Weavers Guild Sale, "Uncommon Threads":  Nov. 2-3, 2012. Greenbank Farm.
  • Greenbank Farm Holiday Gift Market: Nov. 24 - Dec. 23, 2012 (weekends) 
  • Holiday Greening of Coupeville: Nov. 30- Dec. 2, 2012. Festival of Trees Benefit; Jingle Trail Run & Walk; Christmas Parade & Tree lighting; Art & Antiques Walk.
  • BONUS: Relax. Refresh. Rewind!
Shopping on Coupeville's Front St.
From baked goods to beads, fresh mussels to fine art, there's hours of scenic browsing on Coupeville's Front St.
Smart shoppers arrive early for the weekly Coupeville Farmers Market.
Coupeville's weekly Farmers Market celebrates growing and buying locally!
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