May 6th, 2008
Mount Vernon in May: Wine, Art, and More!
Mount Vernon in May: Wine, Art, and More!There are literally hundreds of reasons you should plan a trip to Mount Vernon in May! The weather is beautiful, and the irises have just started their bloom - have you ever seen several acres of irises blooming at once? The spectacular vistas of purple with knock your socks off! Our many nurseries and gardens have lovely blooming flowers as well, so stock up on hanging baskets, bushes, and planters to make your garden beautiful.
May is a wonderful time to go trout fishing in our gorgeous rivers, have a picnic on the beach, go camping, or enjoy a barbeque at one of Skagit County’s many parks. Planning a family reunion? This is just the place you want to be. There is something for everyone-your older relatives can go shopping at our many boutiques and big stores while the kids can take a ride through the San Juan Islands or Deception Pass! Give us a call at the Visitor Information Center for information on bike trails, campgrounds, and hiking at 360-428-8547.
The Cascade Loop has just opened up again! Have you ever driven historic Highway 20? Just 1 hour east of Mount Vernon you can take a Seattle City Light tour of Diablo Lake and Diablo Dam. Or, go west to the waterfront in Anacortes and catch a whale-watching tour.
Don’t forget to check out some of the great events in Skagit County during May. Be sure to visit the Anacortes Waterfront Festival May 17 & 18 and the Gun & Knife Show at the Skagit County Fairgrounds May 31.
May is a wonderful time to go trout fishing in our gorgeous rivers, have a picnic on the beach, go camping, or enjoy a barbeque at one of Skagit County’s many parks. Planning a family reunion? This is just the place you want to be. There is something for everyone-your older relatives can go shopping at our many boutiques and big stores while the kids can take a ride through the San Juan Islands or Deception Pass! Give us a call at the Visitor Information Center for information on bike trails, campgrounds, and hiking at 360-428-8547.
The Cascade Loop has just opened up again! Have you ever driven historic Highway 20? Just 1 hour east of Mount Vernon you can take a Seattle City Light tour of Diablo Lake and Diablo Dam. Or, go west to the waterfront in Anacortes and catch a whale-watching tour.
Don’t forget to check out some of the great events in Skagit County during May. Be sure to visit the Anacortes Waterfront Festival May 17 & 18 and the Gun & Knife Show at the Skagit County Fairgrounds May 31.