Of course, you can run or walk just about anywhere on the islands (except in the water). Through a town, park, on the beach, or along a beach road.

Guided winter walks on Camano Island trails are offered regularly. During winter 2002/2003, they are offered on Dec. 7, January 11, February 1, March 1, and April 5. For more information call Friends of Camano Island Parks, (360) 387-0889 or (360) 387-7024.

For information about guided walks on Whidbey, check out Whidbey Walks. There are hand made staffs and walking sticks from local wood for sale and Whidbey Walks Trail guides that are pocket sized, pictorial (they appeal to kids) and include private retreat centers, open to the public, as well as state and county run park trails.The guides are also printed in small quantity, and stay up to date as trail names and trail routes get changed.

Founder, Elaine also sponsors the Saturday Walking Club, a group which explores trails on south, central and north Whidbey every Saturday from 1 to 3 pm, rain or shine. We have members from all over the island, and several of the Chambers of Commerce as well as the B&B's routinely send people my way when they are looking for a good trail, or have questions about trails on the island ,or might like to join a local hiking group. Elaine also sponsors bi-monthly off Island hikes which people enjoy as a group.

And Elaines also sends out a newsletter every so often to keep people who have requested to be updated about trail issues on the Island. Let me know if you'd like to be included in that (I only put folks on my list who have asked to be)

My phone number is 321-4950, and my website is: www.whidbeywalks.com, where you can get information about the Saturday club as well as other activities. I hope our Paths Cross Soon!

Whidbey Walks
2326 Newman Rd
Freeland, WA 98249
(360) 321-4950

In Central Whidbey, there are Self-Guided and Docent-Guided Tours of Ebey's Prairie, Coupeville's Historic Buildings, Sunnyside Historic Cemetery, and the Admiralty Head Lighthouse are available seasonally. Most are free, while some require a small fee or reservation in advance. For more information, call the Central Whidbey Visitor Center (360) 678-5434 or the Island County Historical Society (360) 678-3310.

APRIL, 2007 Whidbey Island Marathon & Half Marathon Sponsored by Nature's Path Organic

Marathon - 8a.m. Rosario Rd. & Hwy 20 (1 mile North of Deception Pass) at the North end of Whidbey Island
Half-Marathon Run/Walk - 8:30 a.m. Olympic View Elementary School
RUNNERS ONLY are permitted in the marathon event due to time restrictions on road closures.

Run The Longest Race On Whidbey Island
Want to run a gorgeous scenic course on country backroads and along waterfront coastline? See snow-capped mountains, beaches and wildlife... Join us for Nature's Path Organic Whidbey Island Marathon and Half-Marathon.

Whidbey Island, the perfect Island weekend getaway... leave the city behind... Whidbey Island is approximately one hour north of Seattle, WA.

If you're not up for the whole tamale, do the last 13.1 miles. Not a walk in the park, it's a run/walk on the island. This is no city slicker marathon. You will be going over the hills and through the dales, and yes, Grandma does live in Coupeville. Do you have the stamina and guts to pay her a visit? Some people will do anything for cookies and milk........

This course is USATF certified and is a Boston Qualifier..

Updated Participant Information, go to Whidbey Island Marathon & Half Marathon or contact:

Phone:
206.729.9972

Email:
Pro-Motion Events
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Volunteer Information:
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---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------NEW!! Triathlete training camp we have designed for those who are new to the sport:

WildeBerry Sports 2007 Chrysalis Camp Schedule

chrysalis [ def ] : developmental state from which a [couch potato] undergoes a major rebuilding of body and mind to emerge as a mature [triathlete].

Dates: 3/24, 4/21, 5/13, 6/23, 7/14, 8/11, 9/8, 10/6

Location: The WildeBerry, our 7+ acre spread in Greenbank, WA on Whidbey Island , 9am – 4pm. Chrysalis Camp costs $175 per person and includes lunch. This camp is limited to 15 participants. Contact: Coach John, (360) 914-6241 or Ripen@WildeBerrySports.com. www.WildeBerry.com

The 11th Annual Race the Rock Whidbey Island Triathalon will be held Check the website for details on the run, bike, and swim.Triathalon
Organized by South Whidbey Parks & Recreation
(360) 221-5484