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Getting to Orcas:
Orcas Island,
located in the San Juans, is accessed by ferry or plane.
BY FERRY-
Orcas Island is
serviced by the Washington State Ferry System. Ferries to Orcas depart several times a day
from Anacortes, WA. In the summer months, ferries fill up quickly, and if you are driving
a vehicle, it is advisable to arrive about 4 hours before the scheduled departure.
Walk/bike-ons should try to arrive 30 minutes before departure.
Ferry Fees -
The Washington State Ferry System accepts Visa, MC, cash or In-State
checks.
For up-to-date ferry fee information, please visit:
http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries/index.cfm
Ferry Schedule -
To see the current ferry schedule, visit:
http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries/index.cfm
Getting to the Ferry Terminal -
To get to the ferry terminal when traveling from the Seattle area, go North
on I-5, then (after about 1.5 hours of driving) take exit 230 - Highway 20 West to
Anacortes/Burlington. Turn left at the light onto Highway 20. Follow the highway to
Anacortes, and then follow the signs to the ferry terminal. The drive from Seattle to the
ferry terminal takes approximately 2 hours in total.
When traveling from Bellingham, or Canada, drive south on I-5, and take exit 230.
You will come to an intersection (McDonalds can be seen straight across the street). Here,
turn right onto Goldenrod Rd (aka Goldenrod Drive). At the first light, turn left onto
Highway 20. Follow the highway to Anacortes, and from there follow the signs to the ferry
terminal.
For the current ferry schedule and fare information, visit the WSF website
or call:
http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries/index.cfm
1-888-808-7977BY PLANE- There are two seaplane charters that make
flights to Orcas Island from the Seattle area. You will need to arrange transportation
from the plane's landing site to the festival (see taxi info below). For more information
on flights, follow one of the links below or call:
http://www.kenmoreair.com/
1-800-543-9595
http://www.nwseaplanes.com/
1-800-690-0086 |
On-island Travel:
Once on the island, you'll find that cars are the most frequently used method of
transportation, but bicycling is definitely a possibility. The Crow's Nest (where the
festival is held) is 3 1/2 miles from the ferry landing. From Crow's Nest it is another 4
miles to the town of Eastsound. Keep in mind that the area is hilly.
Taxi Service on
Orcas:
Orcas Island Taxi- 1-800-942-1926
(For a local call: 376-8294)
Directions for the taxi
driver:
Go
east on Swan Road (3 1/2 miles from the ferry landing) and turn right at the
Crow's Nest sign.
Getting to the Festival:
Woodsong's Annual Arts & Music Festival is held at the Crow's
Nest, a 20 acre piece of property in Orcas Island's Crow Valley. Once you get off the
ferry, follow the cars as they exit to the left. You are now on Horseshoe Highway, the
main road that traces Orcas' horseshoe-like shape. The Crow's Nest is about 3 1/2 miles
away. The first section of road will contain a couple hills. As the road follows the last
hill down, you will see a long, somewhat flat and straight stretch before you. When you
have traveled about 3 1/2 miles from the ferry landing, you will notice the road curve
sharply to the right. A bit after this the main road will curve sharply to the left. As it
is curving left, you will see Swan Road on your right with a row of mailboxes to the left
of it. Turn right (which is more like going straight) onto this gravel road (If you miss
Swan Road, you will soon see McNallie Lane on your right, and will need to
turn around). As soon as you are on Swan Road, turn right on
the second driveway (Emma's
Lane).
Crow's Nest
Address:
358 Emma's Lane
Eastsound, WA 98245
Where to Stay
Camping at the Crow's Nest-
Most festival-goers opt to stay somewhere on the 20, wooded, park-like acres that
make up the festival grounds. Come prepared for camping and pitch your
tent wherever you like on this parklike 20-acre site.
Bathroom Facilities- There will be
portable toilets at various locations in the festival area. If you would like a shower, hot
showers are available at Moran State Park (about 8 miles from the festival site).
The rates usually run at 25 cents for 3 minutes of hot water (cold showers are
free).
Campfires- No campfires will be allowed on
the property during the festival due to the summer burn ban. You may bring your own
hibachi, and we will have a couple gas barbecues set up for everyone's
use.
Meals- There will be catered
dinners available on Friday and Saturday nights at 5:30pm. These must be reserved in advanced
(see the online registration form).
There are also potluck breakfasts being held on Saturday and Sunday mornings from 8:30-10:30 am. If
you wish to participate in a breakfast, please bring a topping,
ingredient or drink to share. You should bring or expect to purchase (in the
town of Eastsound) all other meals/food items.
Pets- As much as you may want to bring your
"extremely well-behaved" Fido along, no pets are allowed on the property (The only
exception would be a service dog). Eastsound Kennels, about 1/2 mile away,
would be happy to board your pet. Call (360) 376-2410 for more
information.
What to Bring- Camping equipment
(tent, sleeping bags etc.) as well as meal supplies and food (potluck breakfast
ingredients, lunches, paper plates and utensils, non-alcoholic drinks etc.)Public
Campground-
Moran State Park is about 8 miles away and is a nice place to camp along
the shores of Cascade Lake. However, during the summer you must
reserve a space well in advance by contacting the Washington State Parks
Department. you can do this via phone (1-888-CAMPOUT) or online at:
http://www.parks.wa.gov/reserve.asp
Hotels, Bed
& Breakfasts, Inns and Resorts-
If you have babies or a strong distaste for camping, you can find your
own accommodations around the island.
These fill up fast during the summer, so we suggest you call them ASAP! For information on
availability check the internet at www.orcasisland.org
or call . . .
Kingfish Inn- (360) 376-4440
Old Trout Inn B&B- (360) 376-8282
Turtleback Inn- (360) 376-4914
Walking Horse Country Inn- (360) 376-5306
Windsong B&B- (360) 376-2500
Small Island Farm & Inn- (360) 376-4292
Landmark Inn- 800-622-4758
Outlook Inn- (360) 376-2200
Rosario Resort- 800-562-8820
Bartwood Lodge- (360) 376-2242
Double Mt. B&B- (360) 376-4570
Kangaroo House B&B- 888-371-2175
Deer Harbor Inn- (360) 376-4110
Smuggler's Villa Resort- 800-488-2097
Hollyhock B&B- (360) 376-3745
Buck Bay Farm B&B- 1-888-422-2825
Sand Dollar Inn- (360) 376-5696
Spring Bay Inn- (360) 376-5531
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Festival Questions?
Contact Burke or Barbara Thomas:
(360) 376-3424
(360) 376-2926
(to leave a message)
or send an e-mail to:
thomas7@interisland.net
Website questions,
comments or suggestions?
Contact Carissa Thomas:
CThomas@agape.twu.ca
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