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Although Stanwood and Camano Island are best known for the summer season, there’s plenty to keep you occupied year-round. Here are our top ten winter activities to enjoy in the Stanwood Camano area.
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1. Arrowhead Axe
Bring out your inner lumberjack with Camano Island’s first axe-throwing venue. Enjoy the exciting art of hurling axes for 90 minutes at Arrowhead Ranch—remember to wear close-toed shoes and dress for the cold weather (the range is under cover, but outside).
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2. Hike Cranberry Lake
The Cranberry Lake trail is a gentle 2.1 mile hiking trail with a trailhead in Cama Beach State Park. Enjoy the scenic peacefulness of the winter woods with your family and your four-legged companions, too.
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3. Sled at Terry’s Corner
Terry’s Corner and nearby Freedom Park are perfect for sledding on fresh snowfall. How good are Camano Island slopes? Last year, the USA Olympic luge sled team itself came to Camano to help kids try out the sport!
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4. Coffee at Locals
Winter is the perfect time for a warm drink. Be sure to drive through and pick up a coffee at Locals Espresso in Stanwood, voted Best Espresso in Stanwood and Camano Island for 10 years.
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5. Snow Goose Migration in Stanwood
Birdwatchers rejoice. The 2021 Stanwood Camano Snow Goose and Birding Festival, scheduled for February 27 and 28, is the place to spy majestic migrating snow geese, great blue heron, eagles, hawks, and countless other species.
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6. Participate in Glass Quest
Described as the greatest treasure hunt in the Pacific Northwest, Stanwood and Camano Island host the Great Northwest Glass Quest (Feb. 12-21, 2021). Teams will search for unique, hand-blown glass balls created by famous artists.
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7. Drive-Thru Christmas Lights
Christmas traditions may look a little different this year, but they can still be magical. Located in Stanwood, the Lights of Christmas’ “Drive-Thru Christmas” lets you and your family enjoy incredible light displays and Christmas music from the comfort of your car.
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8. Browse the Kristoferson Farm Stand
Shop for produce, breads, wine, cheese, gifts, and fine food. Gift baskets available too. The Fam Stand at Kristoferson Farm is a winter wonderland boutique with tons of handmade local goods. Check the website for canopy tours and other year-round activities.
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9. Read with Camano Island Library
Winter = time to curl up with a good book. Check out books for a socially distanced pickup from the Camano Island Library or browse the library’s wide variety of virtual events, including online pub trivia, crafts, and stay-at-home storytime.
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10. Explore Local Art
Stanwood and Camano Island are home to a significant number of the PNW’s incredible local artists. Check out the indoor and outdoor winter offerings at the Matzke Fine Art & Design Gallery, including its unique sculpture park.
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Whether you’re here to stay or just visiting, Stanwood and Camano Island have plenty to offer! Come spend a wintry day or two cozying up to the stunning natural vistas and friendly local businesses of the Puget Sound.
