The other day, during our travels to San Juan Island, we had the pleasure of experiencing the newly resurrected Westcott Bay Shellfish Co. After many years of visiting the farm but always having to prioritize their respective career obligations, Erik and Andrea Anderson were dismayed to see the farm decline due to years of neglect. Just this past year, the stars aligned and they were given the opportunity to purchase and renovate the farm, offering…

Of all the Islands in the San Juans, Lopez Island has the reputation as being the friendliest. For bicyclists, its reputation is being the friendliest – on their legs! With only a few rolling hills, Lopez is a popular destination for cyclists. Each May the island hosts the popular “Tour de Lopez” a moderate 30+ mile loop that covers pretty much the entire island. With only a few roads on the island and very little…