One of the draws to Anacortes this weekend is the Windermere Tulip Regatta, an annual race held in Fidalgo Bay. Cap Sante makes a great viewpoint, as does the end of 5th Street at the base of Cap Sante. The regatta, hosted by the Anacortes Yacht Club, is a qualifying event for the Seattle Grand […]
LaConner boasts public art, too, such as this sculpture “planted” among tulips at a home just two blocks from downtown.
Every parade needs a marching band, and the April 11 Skagit Valley Tulip Parade in LaConner was no exception. Representing Anacortes, and making great music to boot, were members of the AHS Marching Band.
Skagit’s tulip blooms are taking their own sweet time this year, but my neighbor’s garden boasts a few pockets of color including this beauty. Skagit Valley Tulip Festival runs all month.