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Community Celebrate the Season Celebrate the Season The Ultimate Guide to Holiday Events in Camano Island and Stanwood, WA The holiday season is upon us, and there’s no better way to celebrate than by immersing yourself in the festive cheer of Camano Island and Stanwood, Washington. These neighboring communities come alive during this time of year, offering a variety […]
Community Building Trust Through Community Involvement Building Trust Through Community Involvement The Value of Volunteering for Agents at the Camano Community Center Chamber Chili & Chowder Cook-Off For any real estate agent, the foundation of success is not just built on transactions but on trust, connection, and a deep understanding of the community you serve. Volunteering is one of the most […]
Community SCCAR Food Drive SCCAR Food Drive: How You Can Make a Difference This October Windermere / CIR is excited to announce our participation in the Snohomish County-Camano Association of REALTORS® (SCCAR) annual food drive, happening from October 1st to 31st, and we need your support! Every donation benefits the Stanwood-Camano Food Bank, directly helping families in our community. […]
Community Camano Island: Best Local Parks for Kids Camano Island: Best Local Parks for Kids Camano Island is full of wonderful parks and trails to explore. This island has something for everyone to enjoy. My family and I love going on local adventures, whether hiking, biking, boating, having a beach day, or visiting local playgrounds. There are endless ways to make lasting memories […]
Community Camano Island vs. Whidbey Island: A Comparison Camano Island vs. Whidbey Island: A Comparison Camano Island is a stunning location with convenient access to the I-5 corridor. Just 45 minutes from Seattle and 90 minutes from Canada, it’s perfect for enjoying a night out, whether for dining, entertainment, theater, sports, shopping, or sightseeing. The island is connected to the mainland by a land […]
Community Utsalady Ladies Aid “Preserving the Past for the Future” Utsalady Ladies Aid “Preserving the Past for the Future” Nestled near the shores of Utsalady Bay sits the Utsalady Ladies Aid Building. We celebrate 100 years of the beautiful little “white house” on Camano Island. Established in 1908 for the women of the community, it was a place to teach Christian education to the children, […]
Community Maximize Your PNW Waterfront Property for Summer Fun! Maximize Your PNW Waterfront Property for Summer Fun! In the Pacific Northwest we eagerly anticipate those coveted summer months when our region transforms into one of the most stunning places on the planet!  To maximize summer fun, consider some essential preparation, to make sure you are ready to fully enjoy the season.   Prep your […]
Community Spring is Here … FINALLY! Spring is here … FINALLY! This is the most exciting day on the calendar for gardeners. Ready, set…let’s dig in the dirt. Spring is the time to get your hands back in the dirt and amend your gardens to ensure those seeds and plants have a perfect place to thrive and grow. You should see […]
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Community Adopt a Road, Adopt a Way of Life Adopt a Road, Adopt a Way of Life I was raised to never throw litter out the window of a moving car.  The consequence would be that my Dad or Mom would slam on the breaks of our wood-paneled station wagon “Bessie”, and we would have to jump out and retrieve whatever we were too […]
Community The 2024 Northwest Glass Quest The 2024 Northwest Glass Quest Written by Olivia Hanstad The Northwest Glass Quest is an annual event that takes place in the Stanwood and Camano Island area put on by the Camano Island Chamber of Commerce. What makes this event so special is its fusion of art and adventure, inviting participants on a treasure hunt […]
Community Camano Island Lending Libraries Camano Island Lending Libraries One thing that makes Camano Island such a desirable place to live is the kind-hearted individuals who give back to their community. From a wave as you walk by to the incredible efforts by our local Stanwood-Camano Food Bank – we are fortunate to be surrounded by people who support one […]
Community Soap Box Derby set for June 17 By SC NEWS STAFF | June 4, 2023   The 16th Annual Windermere Stanwood Camano Island Soap Box Derby, one of the area’s biggest local events, is scheduled for 9 a.m. Saturday, June 17. The event — “the largest Soap Box Derby Race west of the Mississippi!” — will be held at Arrowhead Ranch on Camano Island. […]
Buying Windermere Chief Economist Shares Local Predictions for 2023 Matthew Gardner, Windermere’s Chief Economist, joined us at the Camano Center where he delivered his 2023 forecast for Stanwood and Camano Island. He provided an in-depth look at the local market and highlighted key trends that will impact the area’s housing market over the next few years. His forecast provided essential insight into where Camano […]
Community Windermere Stanwood Camano: Under New Ownership! Windermere Real Estate Stanwood Camano is officially under new ownership. Randy and Marla Heagle have owned the Stanwood and Camano Island Windermere branches for 18 years and have led their Realtors® and company with passion. Windermere Stanwood Camano (formerly known as Camano Island Realty and Dan Garrison Realtors) has been locally owned for 70 years […]
Community Local Holiday Events Ah, the holiday season. The perfect time to cozy up, drink warm beverages, and spend more time with friends and family. These are the few weeks of the year when we feel life slows down and we’re able to create memories with all our close ones.    Attending fun holiday events with your family is […]
Community Local soap box derby racers place at world championships By Evan Caldwell | July 26, 2022   Local soap box derby racers won more hardware in several events last week at the 84th All-American Soap Box Derby in Akron, Ohio. In June, Siddle won the super stock division at the 15th annual Windermere Stanwood-Camano Soap Box Derby on Camano Island to win a return trip […]
Community 78 kids battle on the track for soap box derby title By Evan Caldwell | June 21, 2022   Bella Siddle is heading back to Akron. Siddle won the super stock division Saturday at the 15th annual Windermere Stanwood-Camano Soap Box Derby on Camano Island to win a trip to the 84th annual All-American Soap Box Derby Race Week in Akron, Ohio, taking place July 17-23. Read […]
Community Local Gyms and Golf Courses in Stanwood and Camano Island Whether you live in Stanwood or on Camano Island or you’re just stopping by for a PNW vacation, you should know where to go when you want to work out or have some time out on the course! If you’ve seen one too many hiking trails lately but want to stay active, keep reading for […]
Community Get Outside and Explore New experiences make life more exciting. There’s nothing wrong with having a cozy stay-at-home weekend, but going out to explore every now and then is what keeps us lively, curious, and full of that child-like wonder we all miss so much! There’s even some evidence that having new experiences and getting a change of scenery […]
Community Local Coffee Stands in Stanwood & Camano Island From pharmacies and banks to fast food joints and coffee stands, drive-thrus make life more convenient. Drive-thru coffee shops have been around for decades, and one of the first coffee stands actually began in the PNW region一a place called Motor Moka, which was founded in Portland, Oregon in 1990.  . As coffee stands and drive-thrus […]