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SUMMARY:Native Plant Sale pick-up: San Juan Island
DESCRIPTION:If you pre-ordered native plants through our sale\, pick them up at the San Juan County Fairgrounds between 10am-12pm.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/sanjuan/event/native-plant-sale-pick-up-san-juan-county-fairgrounds/
LOCATION:San Juan County Fairgrounds\, 849 Argyle Ave\, Friday Harbor\, 98250\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250426T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250426T140000
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SUMMARY:4-H San Juan County Youth Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun day of hands on learning. Prepare for fair and learn new skills with fellow 4-H members. Register via 4-H Online. Registration is open through Friday April 25th. \nSchedule: \n9:00 am – 9:15 am – Welcome (Marie Boe Building) \n9:15 am – 10:15 am – Workshops \n\nJudging Contest Clinic (Marie Boe Building)\nEducational Posters (Marie Boe Building)\nDog Showmanship (Outside Marie Boe Building)\n\n10:15 – 10:30 am – Break \n10:30 – 11:30 am – Workshops \n\nFood Preservation (Marie Boe Building)\nPoultry and Rabbit Care (Marie Boe Building)\nDog Obedience (Outside Marie Boe Building)\n\n11:30 – 12:30 pm – Lunch (provided) \n\nClinton available for Q&A\n\n12:30 – 1:30 pm – Workshops \n\nEmergency Animal Care (Marie Boe Building)\nLego/Robotics (Marie Boe Building)\nDog Agility (Outside Marie Boe Building)\n\n1:30 pm – Clean up \n10:00 – 1:30 – Give your demonstration drop in \n\nWe will have a panel of judges to evaluate your demonstration\nHosted by the Rising Star Bakers 4-H Club\n\n  \n 
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/sanjuan/event/4-h-san-juan-county-youth-fair/
LOCATION:San Juan County Fairgrounds\, 849 Argyle Ave\, Friday Harbor\, 98250\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="San%20Juan%20County%204-H":MAILTO:sanjuan.4-H@wsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250614T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250614T140000
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SUMMARY:4-H Livestock Weigh-In & Showmanship Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Join the San Juan Livestock 4-H Club for a fun day of interactive learning at the San Juan County Fairgrounds. The day will start with a weigh-in and bio-security information from Dr. Besel. The Toth Family from Skagit County will host a variety of showmanship clinics focused on Beef\, Swine\, and Sheep. Siena Traynor will host a clinic on Goat showmanship. Clinton will be available for anyone to drop in and get registered in Fair Entry. \nPractice animals will be available if you can’t bring your own. \nAll 4-Hers are welcome regardless of project. \nTentative Schedule\n9:00 a.m. – Vet check & weigh in \n\nBio-security info from Dr. Besel\n\n10:30 a.m. – Showmanship Clinic with guest trainers: \n\nToth Farm Championship Showmanship – beef\, lamb\, and hog\nSJC 4-H Alumni Siena Traynor – goat\n\nLunch will be provided \n2:00 p.m. – Wrap up \nAll day – Fair entry registration support in the Marie Boe 4-H building
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/sanjuan/event/4-h-livestock-weigh-in-showmanship-clinic/
LOCATION:San Juan County Fairgrounds\, 849 Argyle Ave\, Friday Harbor\, 98250\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250814
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250815
DTSTAMP:20260821T203735
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SUMMARY:Ag Tent-Green Village Speaker Series at the San Juan County Fair
DESCRIPTION:San Juan County Fair Ag Tent and Speaker Series\nThe San Juan Extension Ag Program hosts the Agricultural Tent at the San Juan County Fair each summer\, bringing together local food and farming organizations to share information and resources with fairgoers\, and also highlighting our unique and abundant local agriculture through visual displays and a series of talks and demonstrations on food and farming related topics. \nThis year’s Fair theme is “Into the Future\, Back to our Roots.” See below for the daily schedule of all presentations for 2025. \nSJC Master Gardeners at the Ag Tent each day from 12:00-2:00 PM. Come check out demonstrations and activities around setting up home worm compost systems. Come by to learn how to turn food waste into a garden soil amendment with the help of red wiggler worms. \n \n\nThursday\, August 14\n \nFriday\, August 15\n \nSaturday\, Aug 16th\n \nSunday\, Aug 17th
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/sanjuan/event/ag-tent-green-village-speaker-series-at-the-san-juan-county-fair-6/
LOCATION:San Juan County Fairgrounds\, 849 Argyle Ave\, Friday Harbor\, 98250\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="WSU%20San%20Juan%20Extension":MAILTO:rebecca.moore1@wsu.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250814
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250818
DTSTAMP:20260821T203735
CREATED:20250424T215413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T220209Z
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SUMMARY:San Juan County Fair
DESCRIPTION:Please visit the 2025 4-H Fair Schedule for a full schedule of 4-H events at the fair!
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/sanjuan/event/san-juan-county-fair/
LOCATION:San Juan County Fairgrounds\, 849 Argyle Ave\, Friday Harbor\, 98250\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250814T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250814T140000
DTSTAMP:20260821T203735
CREATED:20250805T222432Z
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SUMMARY:Master Gardeners Demonstrations
DESCRIPTION:Interested in turning food scraps into a healthy soil amendment? Master Gardeners will have demonstrations and activities around setting up home worm compost systems using red wiggler worms. We’ll be set up in the AG Tent in the Green Village.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/sanjuan/event/master-gardeners-demonstrations/
LOCATION:San Juan County Fairgrounds\, 849 Argyle Ave\, Friday Harbor\, 98250\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250815
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250816
DTSTAMP:20260821T203735
CREATED:20250804T180630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T181934Z
UID:10000526-1755216000-1755302399@extension.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Ag Tent-Green Village Speaker Series at the San Juan County Fair
DESCRIPTION:San Juan County Fair Ag Tent and Speaker Series\nThe San Juan Extension Ag Program hosts the Agricultural Tent at the San Juan County Fair each summer\, bringing together local food and farming organizations to share information and resources with fairgoers\, and also highlighting our unique and abundant local agriculture through visual displays and a series of talks and demonstrations on food and farming related topics. \nThis year’s Fair theme is “Into the Future\, Back to our Roots.” See below for the daily schedule of all presentations for 2025. \nSJC Master Gardeners at the Ag Tent each day from 12:00-2:00 PM. Come check out demonstrations and activities around setting up home worm compost systems. Come by to learn how to turn food waste into a garden soil amendment with the help of red wiggler worms. \n \n\nFriday\, August 15
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/sanjuan/event/ag-tent-green-village-speaker-series-at-the-san-juan-county-fair-4/
LOCATION:San Juan County Fairgrounds\, 849 Argyle Ave\, Friday Harbor\, 98250\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="WSU%20San%20Juan%20Extension":MAILTO:rebecca.moore1@wsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250815T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250815T140000
DTSTAMP:20260821T203735
CREATED:20250806T181949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T181949Z
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SUMMARY:Master Gardeners Demonstrations
DESCRIPTION:Interested in turning food scraps into a healthy soil amendment? Master Gardeners will have demonstrations and activities around setting up home worm compost systems using red wiggler worms. We’ll be set up in the AG Tent in the Green Village.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/sanjuan/event/master-gardeners-demonstrations-2/2025-08-15/
LOCATION:San Juan County Fairgrounds\, 849 Argyle Ave\, Friday Harbor\, 98250\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250816
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250817
DTSTAMP:20260821T203735
CREATED:20250804T182048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T182605Z
UID:10000529-1755302400-1755388799@extension.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Ag Tent-Green Village Speaker Series at the San Juan County Fair
DESCRIPTION:San Juan County Fair Ag Tent and Speaker Series\nThe San Juan Extension Ag Program hosts the Agricultural Tent at the San Juan County Fair each summer\, bringing together local food and farming organizations to share information and resources with fairgoers\, and also highlighting our unique and abundant local agriculture through visual displays and a series of talks and demonstrations on food and farming related topics. \nThis year’s Fair theme is “Into the Future\, Back to our Roots.” See below for the daily schedule of all presentations for 2025. \nSJC Master Gardeners at the Ag Tent each day from 12:00-2:00 PM. Come check out demonstrations and activities around setting up home worm compost systems. Come by to learn how to turn food waste into a garden soil amendment with the help of red wiggler worms. \n \nSaturday\, August 16\n \n 
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/sanjuan/event/ag-tent-green-village-speaker-series-at-the-san-juan-county-fair-8/
LOCATION:San Juan County Fairgrounds\, 849 Argyle Ave\, Friday Harbor\, 98250\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="WSU%20San%20Juan%20Extension":MAILTO:rebecca.moore1@wsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250816T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250816T140000
DTSTAMP:20260821T203735
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T181949Z
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SUMMARY:Master Gardeners Demonstrations
DESCRIPTION:Interested in turning food scraps into a healthy soil amendment? Master Gardeners will have demonstrations and activities around setting up home worm compost systems using red wiggler worms. We’ll be set up in the AG Tent in the Green Village.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/sanjuan/event/master-gardeners-demonstrations-2/2025-08-16/
LOCATION:San Juan County Fairgrounds\, 849 Argyle Ave\, Friday Harbor\, 98250\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250817
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250818
DTSTAMP:20260821T203735
CREATED:20250804T182729Z
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UID:10000537-1755388800-1755475199@extension.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Ag Tent-Green Village Speaker Series at the San Juan County Fair
DESCRIPTION:San Juan County Fair Ag Tent and Speaker Series\nThe San Juan Extension Ag Program hosts the Agricultural Tent at the San Juan County Fair each summer\, bringing together local food and farming organizations to share information and resources with fairgoers\, and also highlighting our unique and abundant local agriculture through visual displays and a series of talks and demonstrations on food and farming related topics. \nThis year’s Fair theme is “Into the Future\, Back to our Roots.” See below for the daily schedule of all presentations for 2025. \nSJC Master Gardeners at the Ag Tent each day from 12:00-2:00 PM. Come check out demonstrations and activities around setting up home worm compost systems. Come by to learn how to turn food waste into a garden soil amendment with the help of red wiggler worms. \n \n\nSunday\, August 17\n \n 
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/sanjuan/event/ag-tent-green-village-speaker-series-at-the-san-juan-county-fair-9/
LOCATION:San Juan County Fairgrounds\, 849 Argyle Ave\, Friday Harbor\, 98250\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="WSU%20San%20Juan%20Extension":MAILTO:rebecca.moore1@wsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250817T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250817T140000
DTSTAMP:20260821T203735
CREATED:20250806T181949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T181949Z
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SUMMARY:Master Gardeners Demonstrations
DESCRIPTION:Interested in turning food scraps into a healthy soil amendment? Master Gardeners will have demonstrations and activities around setting up home worm compost systems using red wiggler worms. We’ll be set up in the AG Tent in the Green Village.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/sanjuan/event/master-gardeners-demonstrations-2/2025-08-17/
LOCATION:San Juan County Fairgrounds\, 849 Argyle Ave\, Friday Harbor\, 98250\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260328T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260328T150000
DTSTAMP:20260821T203735
CREATED:20260225T175937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T175937Z
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SUMMARY:WSFA Super School
DESCRIPTION:Event Overview\nThe WSFA Statewide Super School is a dedicated training day for fair exhibit staff\, superintendents\, and volunteers. This year’s program focuses on enhancing competitive exhibits through improved judging\, creative display techniques\, and effective community engagement. \n\n\nDate: Saturday\, March 28\, 2026 \n\n\nLocation: San Juan County Fairgrounds \n\n\nTime: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM \n\n\nRegistration Fee: $25.00 (includes lunch) \n\n\nThe deadline to register online is Monday\, March 23\, 2026. \n\nAttendees can also participate in the “You Make the Difference” Workshop held on-site from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM for additional training.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/sanjuan/event/wsfa-super-school/
LOCATION:San Juan County Fairgrounds\, 849 Argyle Ave\, Friday Harbor\, 98250\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260411T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260411T130000
DTSTAMP:20260821T203735
CREATED:20260223T231609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T212850Z
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SUMMARY:Vegetable Gardening Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Vegetable Gardening Workshop – April 11 \nKick off your 2026 garden with the WSU Extension Master Gardeners! Dr. Carol Miles will present practical tips for growing vegetables in the San Juan Islands\, including site selection\, fencing\, and planting techniques. Master Gardeners will also be available for Q&A and will share how you can access their gardening resources all year long. \n📅 April 11\n🕚 11:30 to 1:00\n📍 Marie Boe Building @ San Juan County Fairgrounds \n✔ Free community event
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/sanjuan/event/vegetable-gardening-workshop/
LOCATION:San Juan County Fairgrounds\, 849 Argyle Ave\, Friday Harbor\, 98250\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260502T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260502T110000
DTSTAMP:20260821T203735
CREATED:20260320T164029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T225344Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Livestock Arena Workparty
DESCRIPTION:We will be working around the livestock area and setting up the arena for the showmanship clinic and weigh-in later in the month.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/sanjuan/event/2026-livestock-arena-workparty/
LOCATION:San Juan County Fairgrounds\, 849 Argyle Ave\, Friday Harbor\, 98250\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="San%20Juan%20County%204-H":MAILTO:sanjuan.4-H@wsu.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260531
DTSTAMP:20260821T203735
CREATED:20260220T005628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T225539Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Showmanship Clinic & Spring Weigh-In
DESCRIPTION:The Livestock Market Animal Auction Committee is happy to share that our annual Showmanship Clinic and Spring Weigh-In will be held on May 30\, 2026 this year. \nThe Schedule Includes: \n\nShowmanship Clinics For:\n\nLivestock (Cattle\, Sheep\, Goat & Hogs)\nSmall Animal (Poultry\, Rabbit & Cavy)\n\n\nA presentation from Kings Market/Marketplace on careers in butchering\nOfficial early Weigh in for fair auction animals – weights and ear tags\n\nAll 4-H members and their families are welcome! \nMore details to come including a registration link. Livestock member participation is not required but is highly encouraged for the weigh-in specifically.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/sanjuan/event/2026-showmanship-clinic-spring-weigh-in/
LOCATION:San Juan County Fairgrounds\, 849 Argyle Ave\, Friday Harbor\, 98250\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260812
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260813
DTSTAMP:20260821T203735
CREATED:20260803T180423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T180423Z
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SUMMARY:4-H Exhibit Check In Day
DESCRIPTION:All animal exhibits are due to the fairgrounds prior to 2:00 p.m. and all other 4-H exhibits are due to Marie Boe by 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday\, August 12th.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/sanjuan/event/4-h-exhibit-check-in-day/
LOCATION:San Juan County Fairgrounds\, 849 Argyle Ave\, Friday Harbor\, 98250\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="San%20Juan%20County%204-H":MAILTO:sanjuan.4-H@wsu.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260813
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260817
DTSTAMP:20260821T203735
CREATED:20260805T181931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T190052Z
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SUMMARY:Agriculture Tent at the SJC Fair
DESCRIPTION:Explore Local Agriculture at the Ag Tent During the 2026 San Juan County Fair\n \nCurious about where your food comes from? Wondering what organizations support local farms\, gardens\, and food security? Looking for fun\, hands-on activities for the whole family? \nThe Ag Tent in the Green Village at the San Juan County Fair\, August 13–16\, is your destination to explore the rich diversity of agriculture in San Juan County. Coordinated by WSU San Juan County Extension\, the Ag Tent showcases the farmers\, educators\, and organizations working together to strengthen local agriculture\, expand access to local food\, and build a resilient island food system. \nWhether you’re a farmer\, gardener\, food lover\, or simply curious about agriculture in the islands\, the Ag Tent offers opportunities to ask questions\, discover local resources\, connect with community organizations\, and learn something new. Throughout the weekend\, visitors can also enjoy the Green Village Speaker Series\, featuring presentations from organizations throughout the Green Village on topics ranging from local farming and food systems to marine ecology\, wildlife\, sustainability\, and cooking with local ingredients. \nExplore the Ag Tent\nVisitors can meet local organizations\, browse educational resources\, and enjoy interactive exhibits throughout the Fair. \nFeatured exhibitors include: \n\nWSU San Juan County Extension – Learn about Extension programs and events supporting local agriculture and pick up research-based publications and practical resources for farmers\, gardeners\, landowners\, and home food producers.\nSan Juan County Extension Master Gardeners – Discover ways to support pollinators using our bloom calendar and test your knowledge of native plants and pollinators. Create a fun bumble bee craft to take home. Master Gardener volunteers will be available daily from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.\, and everyone is invited to play Pollinator Bingo on Sunday.\nSan Juan Islands Agricultural Guild – Learn about resources available for local farmers and eaters\, and discover how local organizations are working together to support the future of farming in San Juan County.\nSan Juan Island Grange – Learn about Overmarsh Farm Commons\, the Grange’s chicken incubation and brooder lending program\, and other efforts supporting community agriculture. Curious about Overmarsh Farm Commons? Hear from organizers and participants on Friday at 12pm as part of the speaker series.\n\nA shared resource table will also feature information from additional organizations working throughout the county\, including the San Juan Islands Conservation District\, San Juan County Agricultural Resources Committee (ARC)\, San Juan Islands Food Hub\, San Juan Islands Grain Hub\, Kwiaht\, Lopez Community Land Trust\, Island Grown Farmers Cooperative (IGFC)\, Friday Harbor Food Bank\, and Orcas Food Bank. \nGreen Village Speaker Series\nJust outside the Ag Tent\, the Green Village Speaker Series offers four days of free presentations and demonstrations from organizations throughout the Green Village. Topics range from agriculture and gardening to marine life\, wildlife\, sustainability\, and local food. All presentations are included with Fair admission. Find out what’s happening on each day of Fair by scrolling down for each day’s event schedule.  \nGreen Village Speaker Series Schedule\nThursday\, August 13\n11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.\n Sort it Out! Recycling Trivia\nA fun trivia game about what really belongs in the recycle bin. Pizza boxes? Plastic bags? That mysterious yogurt lid? Play along and settle the great “is this recyclable?” debate once and for all. \nKatie Fleming\, Tanja Williamson\, Youth Conservation Corps & Carolyn Moulton \n12:30–1:30 p.m.\n Sheep: Black\, Brown\, White\, and Ewe\nHe’s Baaack! Historian Boyd C. Pratt will (Sheepishly) explore with Ewe this major island crop in the light of all its manifestations and Ramifications: ram islands\, sheep wars\, and wool smuggling. Discover the maniFold aspects of sheep raising in the San Juan Islands\, from the HBC’s 1853 Belle View Sheep Farm to the present.\n \nBoyd C. Pratt\, Local Historian \n2:00–3:00 p.m.\n Cetaceans of the Salish Sea\nCome learn about the different whales\, dolphin\, and porpoise species we have here in the Salish Sea! The Whale Museum’s Education Director\, Tracie Merrill\, will give an overview of our local cetacean species\, including whale calls. You’ll also have the opportunity to touch and look at very cool specimens (whale teeth\, baleen\, skulls\, vertebrae\, etc.)  \nTracie Merrill\, The Whale Museum \n3:30–4:30 p.m.\n Actualización de la ordenanza sobre áreas críticas y otras oportunidades de participación pública/Critical Areas Ordinance update and other public participation opportunities \nVenga a informarse sobre las oportunidades de participación ciudadana en el condado\, sobre el nuevo Programa de Mentoría para Jóvenes Latinas de Friends\, y a conocer a la abogada y directora legal de la organización/ Come and learn about opportunities for public participation in the county\, about Friends’ new Latina Youth Mentorship Program\, and meet Friends’ legal director and staff attorney. \nFriends of the San Juans \nFriday\, August 14\n11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.\n Growing Community at Overmarsh Farm Commons \nJoin Roger Ellison\, President of the San Juan Island Grange\, and Amanda Zee\, Overmarsh Farm Commons Manager\, for an introduction to Overmarsh Farm Commons—a collaborative project creating opportunities for local food production\, land stewardship\, and agricultural education. Learn about the vision behind the project\, its growth over the past two seasons\, and how the farm is helping cultivate a more resilient and equitable local food system. Hear directly from a panel of Overmarsh participants as they share their experiences\, challenges\, and successes\, then enjoy a sampling of fresh foods grown at Overmarsh Farm Commons. \n Roger Ellison\, San Juan Island Grange & Amanda Zee\, Overmarsh Farm Commons \n12:30–1:30 p.m.\n The Wild Origins of Island Orchards: from qáyexw to Jonagold \nJoin Kwiaht botanist Madrona Murphy to explore how Coast Salish cultivation of qáyexw (Pacific crabapple) and other wild fruits led to the widespread planting of orchards and berries in the San Juans\, how we all benefit from this fruitful legacy\, and how you can help ensure the old trees continue to feed our communities. \n Madrona Murphy\, Kwiaht  \n2:00–3:00 p.m.\n The Future of Affordable Farming in San Juan County \nWho will be farming the San Juan Islands in the future? Half of San Juan County’s farm operators are age 65 or older\, and the cost of a working island farm now far exceeds what farm income can support. Using the latest USDA Census data\, Jay Kimball will explore what island farms actually earn\, why the next generation can’t afford to buy in\, and some innovative pathways already taking root in the islands. Lauren Bigelow (San Juan Islands Agricultural Guild and ARC) will share how the Ag Guild and partner organizations are taking steps to develop community-based solutions.  \nJay Kimball (Earthrise) & Lauren Bigelow (San Juan Islands Agricultural Guild & ARC) \n3:30–4:30 p.m.\n Cooking Demo: Lamb Albóndigas: A Taste of Local Flavor \nJoin the chefs from Cove Dining as they prepare flavorful lamb albóndigas\, showcasing locally raised lamb in a hearty\, delicious dish. Learn simple techniques and serving ideas while discovering a fresh way to enjoy one of the islands’ signature ingredients. \nKayleen Meeker & Chris Shotwell\, Cove Dining \nSaturday\, August 15\n11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.\n What Lies Beneath: Marine Wonders of Local Waters \nThe MRC helps to protect and restore the valuable resources of our marine waters. Come for an interactive talk about what lies beneath and learn how you can help be a better steward. \n Marine Resources Committee \n12:30–1:30 p.m.\n Fling It and Forget It: Making Seed Balls for Spring \nJoin Kat Rose of the SJI Grange to make seed balls by hand — compact little bundles of soil\, clay\, and flower seeds harvested right from Kat’s prolific flower garden. Many seeds need a cold\, wet winter before they’ll sprout\, so we’ll roll these up to scatter in autumn and wait for the spring show. Come get your hands dirty! \nKat Rose\, San Juan Island Grange \n2:00–3:00 p.m.\n Living with Wildlife: From Rescue to Release! \nMeet the wild patients (and people) of Salish Wildlife Rescue! Join us as we discuss common causes for intake\, success stories\, and ways to make a difference living with the wild neighbors in our own backyard!  \nHadley Beahan & Audrey Resnicow\, Salish Wildlife Rescue \n3:30–4:30 p.m.\n Farm-to-Table Cooking Demo: Local + Seasonal \nExperience the difference of local\, fresh\, and in-season ingredients. Lori Ann will educate\, demonstrate\, and offer samples of simple\, nutritious dishes made from the bountiful produce of local farms. \nLori Ann David\, Aurora Farm \nSunday\, August 16\n11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.\n Pollinator Bingo \nJoin San Juan County Master Gardeners for a fun game of bingo. Listen to the hints and fun facts describing the pollinators\, mark your card\, first player with five in a row wins! \nChristine Coray\, San Juan County Master Gardeners \n12:30–1:30 p.m.\n Shared Survival: How Salmon Sustain a Sea of Species \nJoin Park staff and discover how salmon hold an entire ecosystem together in this engaging\, family-friendly presentation. Through interactive demonstrations (challenge yourself to see how you stack up to a salmon!)\, we will explore the intricate web of life where 137 different species – from majestic bald eagles and ancient trees down to the tiniest river insects – rely on this incredible fish. Join us to find out how protecting this vital keystone species safeguards the future of the entire Pacific Northwest.  \nEmily Herman\, Hilary Clark & Kathy Jacobson\, Washington State Parks \n2:00–3:00 p.m.\n Seeds for the Future: An Introduction to Seed Saving \nSaving seeds is our past and future. Locally adapted seeds strengthen food resilience\, and connect gardeners and farmers to generations of agricultural knowledge. Join Taja Wicks of The Orcas Island Seed Library and Local Seeds Coalition for a hands-on introduction to why seed saving matters\, how to get started\, and an opportunity to process and prepare seeds to take home. \nTaja Wicks\, Local Seeds Coalition \n3:30–4:30 p.m.\n Use Your Noodle! A Kitchen Innovation Challenge \nBe part of the action as Kate Stone of Katrina’s Secret Kitchen hosts a lively cooking game show featuring surprise ingredients\, audience participation\, and creative culinary problem-solving. Learn fun\, practical ways to reduce food waste\, stretch your ingredients\, and think outside the recipe. \nKate Stone\, Tanja Williamson\, and Special Guests
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/sanjuan/event/agriculture-tent-at-the-sjc-fair/2026-08-13/
LOCATION:San Juan County Fairgrounds\, 849 Argyle Ave\, Friday Harbor\, 98250\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="WSU%20San%20Juan%20Extension":MAILTO:rebecca.moore1@wsu.edu
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260813T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260813T203000
DTSTAMP:20260821T203735
CREATED:20260609T215407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T181940Z
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SUMMARY:2026 San Juan County Fair
DESCRIPTION:The annual San Juan County Fair will take place from August 13-16\, 2026 the theme is “Red\, White\, & Ewe”
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/sanjuan/event/2026-san-juan-county-fair/2026-08-13/
LOCATION:San Juan County Fairgrounds\, 849 Argyle Ave\, Friday Harbor\, 98250\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://wpcdn.web.wsu.edu/extension/uploads/sites/53/2026/06/2026-Fair-Poster.png
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260814
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260818
DTSTAMP:20260821T203735
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T190052Z
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SUMMARY:Agriculture Tent at the SJC Fair
DESCRIPTION:Explore Local Agriculture at the Ag Tent During the 2026 San Juan County Fair\n \nCurious about where your food comes from? Wondering what organizations support local farms\, gardens\, and food security? Looking for fun\, hands-on activities for the whole family? \nThe Ag Tent in the Green Village at the San Juan County Fair\, August 13–16\, is your destination to explore the rich diversity of agriculture in San Juan County. Coordinated by WSU San Juan County Extension\, the Ag Tent showcases the farmers\, educators\, and organizations working together to strengthen local agriculture\, expand access to local food\, and build a resilient island food system. \nWhether you’re a farmer\, gardener\, food lover\, or simply curious about agriculture in the islands\, the Ag Tent offers opportunities to ask questions\, discover local resources\, connect with community organizations\, and learn something new. Throughout the weekend\, visitors can also enjoy the Green Village Speaker Series\, featuring presentations from organizations throughout the Green Village on topics ranging from local farming and food systems to marine ecology\, wildlife\, sustainability\, and cooking with local ingredients. \nExplore the Ag Tent\nVisitors can meet local organizations\, browse educational resources\, and enjoy interactive exhibits throughout the Fair. \nFeatured exhibitors include: \n\nWSU San Juan County Extension – Learn about Extension programs and events supporting local agriculture and pick up research-based publications and practical resources for farmers\, gardeners\, landowners\, and home food producers.\nSan Juan County Extension Master Gardeners – Discover ways to support pollinators using our bloom calendar and test your knowledge of native plants and pollinators. Create a fun bumble bee craft to take home. Master Gardener volunteers will be available daily from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.\, and everyone is invited to play Pollinator Bingo on Sunday.\nSan Juan Islands Agricultural Guild – Learn about resources available for local farmers and eaters\, and discover how local organizations are working together to support the future of farming in San Juan County.\nSan Juan Island Grange – Learn about Overmarsh Farm Commons\, the Grange’s chicken incubation and brooder lending program\, and other efforts supporting community agriculture. Curious about Overmarsh Farm Commons? Hear from organizers and participants on Friday at 12pm as part of the speaker series.\n\nA shared resource table will also feature information from additional organizations working throughout the county\, including the San Juan Islands Conservation District\, San Juan County Agricultural Resources Committee (ARC)\, San Juan Islands Food Hub\, San Juan Islands Grain Hub\, Kwiaht\, Lopez Community Land Trust\, Island Grown Farmers Cooperative (IGFC)\, Friday Harbor Food Bank\, and Orcas Food Bank. \nGreen Village Speaker Series\nJust outside the Ag Tent\, the Green Village Speaker Series offers four days of free presentations and demonstrations from organizations throughout the Green Village. Topics range from agriculture and gardening to marine life\, wildlife\, sustainability\, and local food. All presentations are included with Fair admission. Find out what’s happening on each day of Fair by scrolling down for each day’s event schedule.  \nGreen Village Speaker Series Schedule\nThursday\, August 13\n11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.\n Sort it Out! Recycling Trivia\nA fun trivia game about what really belongs in the recycle bin. Pizza boxes? Plastic bags? That mysterious yogurt lid? Play along and settle the great “is this recyclable?” debate once and for all. \nKatie Fleming\, Tanja Williamson\, Youth Conservation Corps & Carolyn Moulton \n12:30–1:30 p.m.\n Sheep: Black\, Brown\, White\, and Ewe\nHe’s Baaack! Historian Boyd C. Pratt will (Sheepishly) explore with Ewe this major island crop in the light of all its manifestations and Ramifications: ram islands\, sheep wars\, and wool smuggling. Discover the maniFold aspects of sheep raising in the San Juan Islands\, from the HBC’s 1853 Belle View Sheep Farm to the present.\n \nBoyd C. Pratt\, Local Historian \n2:00–3:00 p.m.\n Cetaceans of the Salish Sea\nCome learn about the different whales\, dolphin\, and porpoise species we have here in the Salish Sea! The Whale Museum’s Education Director\, Tracie Merrill\, will give an overview of our local cetacean species\, including whale calls. You’ll also have the opportunity to touch and look at very cool specimens (whale teeth\, baleen\, skulls\, vertebrae\, etc.)  \nTracie Merrill\, The Whale Museum \n3:30–4:30 p.m.\n Actualización de la ordenanza sobre áreas críticas y otras oportunidades de participación pública/Critical Areas Ordinance update and other public participation opportunities \nVenga a informarse sobre las oportunidades de participación ciudadana en el condado\, sobre el nuevo Programa de Mentoría para Jóvenes Latinas de Friends\, y a conocer a la abogada y directora legal de la organización/ Come and learn about opportunities for public participation in the county\, about Friends’ new Latina Youth Mentorship Program\, and meet Friends’ legal director and staff attorney. \nFriends of the San Juans \nFriday\, August 14\n11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.\n Growing Community at Overmarsh Farm Commons \nJoin Roger Ellison\, President of the San Juan Island Grange\, and Amanda Zee\, Overmarsh Farm Commons Manager\, for an introduction to Overmarsh Farm Commons—a collaborative project creating opportunities for local food production\, land stewardship\, and agricultural education. Learn about the vision behind the project\, its growth over the past two seasons\, and how the farm is helping cultivate a more resilient and equitable local food system. Hear directly from a panel of Overmarsh participants as they share their experiences\, challenges\, and successes\, then enjoy a sampling of fresh foods grown at Overmarsh Farm Commons. \n Roger Ellison\, San Juan Island Grange & Amanda Zee\, Overmarsh Farm Commons \n12:30–1:30 p.m.\n The Wild Origins of Island Orchards: from qáyexw to Jonagold \nJoin Kwiaht botanist Madrona Murphy to explore how Coast Salish cultivation of qáyexw (Pacific crabapple) and other wild fruits led to the widespread planting of orchards and berries in the San Juans\, how we all benefit from this fruitful legacy\, and how you can help ensure the old trees continue to feed our communities. \n Madrona Murphy\, Kwiaht  \n2:00–3:00 p.m.\n The Future of Affordable Farming in San Juan County \nWho will be farming the San Juan Islands in the future? Half of San Juan County’s farm operators are age 65 or older\, and the cost of a working island farm now far exceeds what farm income can support. Using the latest USDA Census data\, Jay Kimball will explore what island farms actually earn\, why the next generation can’t afford to buy in\, and some innovative pathways already taking root in the islands. Lauren Bigelow (San Juan Islands Agricultural Guild and ARC) will share how the Ag Guild and partner organizations are taking steps to develop community-based solutions.  \nJay Kimball (Earthrise) & Lauren Bigelow (San Juan Islands Agricultural Guild & ARC) \n3:30–4:30 p.m.\n Cooking Demo: Lamb Albóndigas: A Taste of Local Flavor \nJoin the chefs from Cove Dining as they prepare flavorful lamb albóndigas\, showcasing locally raised lamb in a hearty\, delicious dish. Learn simple techniques and serving ideas while discovering a fresh way to enjoy one of the islands’ signature ingredients. \nKayleen Meeker & Chris Shotwell\, Cove Dining \nSaturday\, August 15\n11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.\n What Lies Beneath: Marine Wonders of Local Waters \nThe MRC helps to protect and restore the valuable resources of our marine waters. Come for an interactive talk about what lies beneath and learn how you can help be a better steward. \n Marine Resources Committee \n12:30–1:30 p.m.\n Fling It and Forget It: Making Seed Balls for Spring \nJoin Kat Rose of the SJI Grange to make seed balls by hand — compact little bundles of soil\, clay\, and flower seeds harvested right from Kat’s prolific flower garden. Many seeds need a cold\, wet winter before they’ll sprout\, so we’ll roll these up to scatter in autumn and wait for the spring show. Come get your hands dirty! \nKat Rose\, San Juan Island Grange \n2:00–3:00 p.m.\n Living with Wildlife: From Rescue to Release! \nMeet the wild patients (and people) of Salish Wildlife Rescue! Join us as we discuss common causes for intake\, success stories\, and ways to make a difference living with the wild neighbors in our own backyard!  \nHadley Beahan & Audrey Resnicow\, Salish Wildlife Rescue \n3:30–4:30 p.m.\n Farm-to-Table Cooking Demo: Local + Seasonal \nExperience the difference of local\, fresh\, and in-season ingredients. Lori Ann will educate\, demonstrate\, and offer samples of simple\, nutritious dishes made from the bountiful produce of local farms. \nLori Ann David\, Aurora Farm \nSunday\, August 16\n11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.\n Pollinator Bingo \nJoin San Juan County Master Gardeners for a fun game of bingo. Listen to the hints and fun facts describing the pollinators\, mark your card\, first player with five in a row wins! \nChristine Coray\, San Juan County Master Gardeners \n12:30–1:30 p.m.\n Shared Survival: How Salmon Sustain a Sea of Species \nJoin Park staff and discover how salmon hold an entire ecosystem together in this engaging\, family-friendly presentation. Through interactive demonstrations (challenge yourself to see how you stack up to a salmon!)\, we will explore the intricate web of life where 137 different species – from majestic bald eagles and ancient trees down to the tiniest river insects – rely on this incredible fish. Join us to find out how protecting this vital keystone species safeguards the future of the entire Pacific Northwest.  \nEmily Herman\, Hilary Clark & Kathy Jacobson\, Washington State Parks \n2:00–3:00 p.m.\n Seeds for the Future: An Introduction to Seed Saving \nSaving seeds is our past and future. Locally adapted seeds strengthen food resilience\, and connect gardeners and farmers to generations of agricultural knowledge. Join Taja Wicks of The Orcas Island Seed Library and Local Seeds Coalition for a hands-on introduction to why seed saving matters\, how to get started\, and an opportunity to process and prepare seeds to take home. \nTaja Wicks\, Local Seeds Coalition \n3:30–4:30 p.m.\n Use Your Noodle! A Kitchen Innovation Challenge \nBe part of the action as Kate Stone of Katrina’s Secret Kitchen hosts a lively cooking game show featuring surprise ingredients\, audience participation\, and creative culinary problem-solving. Learn fun\, practical ways to reduce food waste\, stretch your ingredients\, and think outside the recipe. \nKate Stone\, Tanja Williamson\, and Special Guests
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/sanjuan/event/agriculture-tent-at-the-sjc-fair/2026-08-14/
LOCATION:San Juan County Fairgrounds\, 849 Argyle Ave\, Friday Harbor\, 98250\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="WSU%20San%20Juan%20Extension":MAILTO:rebecca.moore1@wsu.edu
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260814T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260814T203000
DTSTAMP:20260821T203735
CREATED:20260609T215407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T181940Z
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SUMMARY:2026 San Juan County Fair
DESCRIPTION:The annual San Juan County Fair will take place from August 13-16\, 2026 the theme is “Red\, White\, & Ewe”
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/sanjuan/event/2026-san-juan-county-fair/2026-08-14/
LOCATION:San Juan County Fairgrounds\, 849 Argyle Ave\, Friday Harbor\, 98250\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://wpcdn.web.wsu.edu/extension/uploads/sites/53/2026/06/2026-Fair-Poster.png
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260815
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260819
DTSTAMP:20260821T203735
CREATED:20260805T181931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T190052Z
UID:10001182-1786752000-1787097599@extension.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Agriculture Tent at the SJC Fair
DESCRIPTION:Explore Local Agriculture at the Ag Tent During the 2026 San Juan County Fair\n \nCurious about where your food comes from? Wondering what organizations support local farms\, gardens\, and food security? Looking for fun\, hands-on activities for the whole family? \nThe Ag Tent in the Green Village at the San Juan County Fair\, August 13–16\, is your destination to explore the rich diversity of agriculture in San Juan County. Coordinated by WSU San Juan County Extension\, the Ag Tent showcases the farmers\, educators\, and organizations working together to strengthen local agriculture\, expand access to local food\, and build a resilient island food system. \nWhether you’re a farmer\, gardener\, food lover\, or simply curious about agriculture in the islands\, the Ag Tent offers opportunities to ask questions\, discover local resources\, connect with community organizations\, and learn something new. Throughout the weekend\, visitors can also enjoy the Green Village Speaker Series\, featuring presentations from organizations throughout the Green Village on topics ranging from local farming and food systems to marine ecology\, wildlife\, sustainability\, and cooking with local ingredients. \nExplore the Ag Tent\nVisitors can meet local organizations\, browse educational resources\, and enjoy interactive exhibits throughout the Fair. \nFeatured exhibitors include: \n\nWSU San Juan County Extension – Learn about Extension programs and events supporting local agriculture and pick up research-based publications and practical resources for farmers\, gardeners\, landowners\, and home food producers.\nSan Juan County Extension Master Gardeners – Discover ways to support pollinators using our bloom calendar and test your knowledge of native plants and pollinators. Create a fun bumble bee craft to take home. Master Gardener volunteers will be available daily from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.\, and everyone is invited to play Pollinator Bingo on Sunday.\nSan Juan Islands Agricultural Guild – Learn about resources available for local farmers and eaters\, and discover how local organizations are working together to support the future of farming in San Juan County.\nSan Juan Island Grange – Learn about Overmarsh Farm Commons\, the Grange’s chicken incubation and brooder lending program\, and other efforts supporting community agriculture. Curious about Overmarsh Farm Commons? Hear from organizers and participants on Friday at 12pm as part of the speaker series.\n\nA shared resource table will also feature information from additional organizations working throughout the county\, including the San Juan Islands Conservation District\, San Juan County Agricultural Resources Committee (ARC)\, San Juan Islands Food Hub\, San Juan Islands Grain Hub\, Kwiaht\, Lopez Community Land Trust\, Island Grown Farmers Cooperative (IGFC)\, Friday Harbor Food Bank\, and Orcas Food Bank. \nGreen Village Speaker Series\nJust outside the Ag Tent\, the Green Village Speaker Series offers four days of free presentations and demonstrations from organizations throughout the Green Village. Topics range from agriculture and gardening to marine life\, wildlife\, sustainability\, and local food. All presentations are included with Fair admission. Find out what’s happening on each day of Fair by scrolling down for each day’s event schedule.  \nGreen Village Speaker Series Schedule\nThursday\, August 13\n11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.\n Sort it Out! Recycling Trivia\nA fun trivia game about what really belongs in the recycle bin. Pizza boxes? Plastic bags? That mysterious yogurt lid? Play along and settle the great “is this recyclable?” debate once and for all. \nKatie Fleming\, Tanja Williamson\, Youth Conservation Corps & Carolyn Moulton \n12:30–1:30 p.m.\n Sheep: Black\, Brown\, White\, and Ewe\nHe’s Baaack! Historian Boyd C. Pratt will (Sheepishly) explore with Ewe this major island crop in the light of all its manifestations and Ramifications: ram islands\, sheep wars\, and wool smuggling. Discover the maniFold aspects of sheep raising in the San Juan Islands\, from the HBC’s 1853 Belle View Sheep Farm to the present.\n \nBoyd C. Pratt\, Local Historian \n2:00–3:00 p.m.\n Cetaceans of the Salish Sea\nCome learn about the different whales\, dolphin\, and porpoise species we have here in the Salish Sea! The Whale Museum’s Education Director\, Tracie Merrill\, will give an overview of our local cetacean species\, including whale calls. You’ll also have the opportunity to touch and look at very cool specimens (whale teeth\, baleen\, skulls\, vertebrae\, etc.)  \nTracie Merrill\, The Whale Museum \n3:30–4:30 p.m.\n Actualización de la ordenanza sobre áreas críticas y otras oportunidades de participación pública/Critical Areas Ordinance update and other public participation opportunities \nVenga a informarse sobre las oportunidades de participación ciudadana en el condado\, sobre el nuevo Programa de Mentoría para Jóvenes Latinas de Friends\, y a conocer a la abogada y directora legal de la organización/ Come and learn about opportunities for public participation in the county\, about Friends’ new Latina Youth Mentorship Program\, and meet Friends’ legal director and staff attorney. \nFriends of the San Juans \nFriday\, August 14\n11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.\n Growing Community at Overmarsh Farm Commons \nJoin Roger Ellison\, President of the San Juan Island Grange\, and Amanda Zee\, Overmarsh Farm Commons Manager\, for an introduction to Overmarsh Farm Commons—a collaborative project creating opportunities for local food production\, land stewardship\, and agricultural education. Learn about the vision behind the project\, its growth over the past two seasons\, and how the farm is helping cultivate a more resilient and equitable local food system. Hear directly from a panel of Overmarsh participants as they share their experiences\, challenges\, and successes\, then enjoy a sampling of fresh foods grown at Overmarsh Farm Commons. \n Roger Ellison\, San Juan Island Grange & Amanda Zee\, Overmarsh Farm Commons \n12:30–1:30 p.m.\n The Wild Origins of Island Orchards: from qáyexw to Jonagold \nJoin Kwiaht botanist Madrona Murphy to explore how Coast Salish cultivation of qáyexw (Pacific crabapple) and other wild fruits led to the widespread planting of orchards and berries in the San Juans\, how we all benefit from this fruitful legacy\, and how you can help ensure the old trees continue to feed our communities. \n Madrona Murphy\, Kwiaht  \n2:00–3:00 p.m.\n The Future of Affordable Farming in San Juan County \nWho will be farming the San Juan Islands in the future? Half of San Juan County’s farm operators are age 65 or older\, and the cost of a working island farm now far exceeds what farm income can support. Using the latest USDA Census data\, Jay Kimball will explore what island farms actually earn\, why the next generation can’t afford to buy in\, and some innovative pathways already taking root in the islands. Lauren Bigelow (San Juan Islands Agricultural Guild and ARC) will share how the Ag Guild and partner organizations are taking steps to develop community-based solutions.  \nJay Kimball (Earthrise) & Lauren Bigelow (San Juan Islands Agricultural Guild & ARC) \n3:30–4:30 p.m.\n Cooking Demo: Lamb Albóndigas: A Taste of Local Flavor \nJoin the chefs from Cove Dining as they prepare flavorful lamb albóndigas\, showcasing locally raised lamb in a hearty\, delicious dish. Learn simple techniques and serving ideas while discovering a fresh way to enjoy one of the islands’ signature ingredients. \nKayleen Meeker & Chris Shotwell\, Cove Dining \nSaturday\, August 15\n11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.\n What Lies Beneath: Marine Wonders of Local Waters \nThe MRC helps to protect and restore the valuable resources of our marine waters. Come for an interactive talk about what lies beneath and learn how you can help be a better steward. \n Marine Resources Committee \n12:30–1:30 p.m.\n Fling It and Forget It: Making Seed Balls for Spring \nJoin Kat Rose of the SJI Grange to make seed balls by hand — compact little bundles of soil\, clay\, and flower seeds harvested right from Kat’s prolific flower garden. Many seeds need a cold\, wet winter before they’ll sprout\, so we’ll roll these up to scatter in autumn and wait for the spring show. Come get your hands dirty! \nKat Rose\, San Juan Island Grange \n2:00–3:00 p.m.\n Living with Wildlife: From Rescue to Release! \nMeet the wild patients (and people) of Salish Wildlife Rescue! Join us as we discuss common causes for intake\, success stories\, and ways to make a difference living with the wild neighbors in our own backyard!  \nHadley Beahan & Audrey Resnicow\, Salish Wildlife Rescue \n3:30–4:30 p.m.\n Farm-to-Table Cooking Demo: Local + Seasonal \nExperience the difference of local\, fresh\, and in-season ingredients. Lori Ann will educate\, demonstrate\, and offer samples of simple\, nutritious dishes made from the bountiful produce of local farms. \nLori Ann David\, Aurora Farm \nSunday\, August 16\n11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.\n Pollinator Bingo \nJoin San Juan County Master Gardeners for a fun game of bingo. Listen to the hints and fun facts describing the pollinators\, mark your card\, first player with five in a row wins! \nChristine Coray\, San Juan County Master Gardeners \n12:30–1:30 p.m.\n Shared Survival: How Salmon Sustain a Sea of Species \nJoin Park staff and discover how salmon hold an entire ecosystem together in this engaging\, family-friendly presentation. Through interactive demonstrations (challenge yourself to see how you stack up to a salmon!)\, we will explore the intricate web of life where 137 different species – from majestic bald eagles and ancient trees down to the tiniest river insects – rely on this incredible fish. Join us to find out how protecting this vital keystone species safeguards the future of the entire Pacific Northwest.  \nEmily Herman\, Hilary Clark & Kathy Jacobson\, Washington State Parks \n2:00–3:00 p.m.\n Seeds for the Future: An Introduction to Seed Saving \nSaving seeds is our past and future. Locally adapted seeds strengthen food resilience\, and connect gardeners and farmers to generations of agricultural knowledge. Join Taja Wicks of The Orcas Island Seed Library and Local Seeds Coalition for a hands-on introduction to why seed saving matters\, how to get started\, and an opportunity to process and prepare seeds to take home. \nTaja Wicks\, Local Seeds Coalition \n3:30–4:30 p.m.\n Use Your Noodle! A Kitchen Innovation Challenge \nBe part of the action as Kate Stone of Katrina’s Secret Kitchen hosts a lively cooking game show featuring surprise ingredients\, audience participation\, and creative culinary problem-solving. Learn fun\, practical ways to reduce food waste\, stretch your ingredients\, and think outside the recipe. \nKate Stone\, Tanja Williamson\, and Special Guests
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/sanjuan/event/agriculture-tent-at-the-sjc-fair/2026-08-15/
LOCATION:San Juan County Fairgrounds\, 849 Argyle Ave\, Friday Harbor\, 98250\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="WSU%20San%20Juan%20Extension":MAILTO:rebecca.moore1@wsu.edu
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260815T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260815T203000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T181940Z
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SUMMARY:2026 San Juan County Fair
DESCRIPTION:The annual San Juan County Fair will take place from August 13-16\, 2026 the theme is “Red\, White\, & Ewe”
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/sanjuan/event/2026-san-juan-county-fair/2026-08-15/
LOCATION:San Juan County Fairgrounds\, 849 Argyle Ave\, Friday Harbor\, 98250\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://wpcdn.web.wsu.edu/extension/uploads/sites/53/2026/06/2026-Fair-Poster.png
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260816
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DTSTAMP:20260821T203735
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T190052Z
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SUMMARY:Agriculture Tent at the SJC Fair
DESCRIPTION:Explore Local Agriculture at the Ag Tent During the 2026 San Juan County Fair\n \nCurious about where your food comes from? Wondering what organizations support local farms\, gardens\, and food security? Looking for fun\, hands-on activities for the whole family? \nThe Ag Tent in the Green Village at the San Juan County Fair\, August 13–16\, is your destination to explore the rich diversity of agriculture in San Juan County. Coordinated by WSU San Juan County Extension\, the Ag Tent showcases the farmers\, educators\, and organizations working together to strengthen local agriculture\, expand access to local food\, and build a resilient island food system. \nWhether you’re a farmer\, gardener\, food lover\, or simply curious about agriculture in the islands\, the Ag Tent offers opportunities to ask questions\, discover local resources\, connect with community organizations\, and learn something new. Throughout the weekend\, visitors can also enjoy the Green Village Speaker Series\, featuring presentations from organizations throughout the Green Village on topics ranging from local farming and food systems to marine ecology\, wildlife\, sustainability\, and cooking with local ingredients. \nExplore the Ag Tent\nVisitors can meet local organizations\, browse educational resources\, and enjoy interactive exhibits throughout the Fair. \nFeatured exhibitors include: \n\nWSU San Juan County Extension – Learn about Extension programs and events supporting local agriculture and pick up research-based publications and practical resources for farmers\, gardeners\, landowners\, and home food producers.\nSan Juan County Extension Master Gardeners – Discover ways to support pollinators using our bloom calendar and test your knowledge of native plants and pollinators. Create a fun bumble bee craft to take home. Master Gardener volunteers will be available daily from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.\, and everyone is invited to play Pollinator Bingo on Sunday.\nSan Juan Islands Agricultural Guild – Learn about resources available for local farmers and eaters\, and discover how local organizations are working together to support the future of farming in San Juan County.\nSan Juan Island Grange – Learn about Overmarsh Farm Commons\, the Grange’s chicken incubation and brooder lending program\, and other efforts supporting community agriculture. Curious about Overmarsh Farm Commons? Hear from organizers and participants on Friday at 12pm as part of the speaker series.\n\nA shared resource table will also feature information from additional organizations working throughout the county\, including the San Juan Islands Conservation District\, San Juan County Agricultural Resources Committee (ARC)\, San Juan Islands Food Hub\, San Juan Islands Grain Hub\, Kwiaht\, Lopez Community Land Trust\, Island Grown Farmers Cooperative (IGFC)\, Friday Harbor Food Bank\, and Orcas Food Bank. \nGreen Village Speaker Series\nJust outside the Ag Tent\, the Green Village Speaker Series offers four days of free presentations and demonstrations from organizations throughout the Green Village. Topics range from agriculture and gardening to marine life\, wildlife\, sustainability\, and local food. All presentations are included with Fair admission. Find out what’s happening on each day of Fair by scrolling down for each day’s event schedule.  \nGreen Village Speaker Series Schedule\nThursday\, August 13\n11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.\n Sort it Out! Recycling Trivia\nA fun trivia game about what really belongs in the recycle bin. Pizza boxes? Plastic bags? That mysterious yogurt lid? Play along and settle the great “is this recyclable?” debate once and for all. \nKatie Fleming\, Tanja Williamson\, Youth Conservation Corps & Carolyn Moulton \n12:30–1:30 p.m.\n Sheep: Black\, Brown\, White\, and Ewe\nHe’s Baaack! Historian Boyd C. Pratt will (Sheepishly) explore with Ewe this major island crop in the light of all its manifestations and Ramifications: ram islands\, sheep wars\, and wool smuggling. Discover the maniFold aspects of sheep raising in the San Juan Islands\, from the HBC’s 1853 Belle View Sheep Farm to the present.\n \nBoyd C. Pratt\, Local Historian \n2:00–3:00 p.m.\n Cetaceans of the Salish Sea\nCome learn about the different whales\, dolphin\, and porpoise species we have here in the Salish Sea! The Whale Museum’s Education Director\, Tracie Merrill\, will give an overview of our local cetacean species\, including whale calls. You’ll also have the opportunity to touch and look at very cool specimens (whale teeth\, baleen\, skulls\, vertebrae\, etc.)  \nTracie Merrill\, The Whale Museum \n3:30–4:30 p.m.\n Actualización de la ordenanza sobre áreas críticas y otras oportunidades de participación pública/Critical Areas Ordinance update and other public participation opportunities \nVenga a informarse sobre las oportunidades de participación ciudadana en el condado\, sobre el nuevo Programa de Mentoría para Jóvenes Latinas de Friends\, y a conocer a la abogada y directora legal de la organización/ Come and learn about opportunities for public participation in the county\, about Friends’ new Latina Youth Mentorship Program\, and meet Friends’ legal director and staff attorney. \nFriends of the San Juans \nFriday\, August 14\n11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.\n Growing Community at Overmarsh Farm Commons \nJoin Roger Ellison\, President of the San Juan Island Grange\, and Amanda Zee\, Overmarsh Farm Commons Manager\, for an introduction to Overmarsh Farm Commons—a collaborative project creating opportunities for local food production\, land stewardship\, and agricultural education. Learn about the vision behind the project\, its growth over the past two seasons\, and how the farm is helping cultivate a more resilient and equitable local food system. Hear directly from a panel of Overmarsh participants as they share their experiences\, challenges\, and successes\, then enjoy a sampling of fresh foods grown at Overmarsh Farm Commons. \n Roger Ellison\, San Juan Island Grange & Amanda Zee\, Overmarsh Farm Commons \n12:30–1:30 p.m.\n The Wild Origins of Island Orchards: from qáyexw to Jonagold \nJoin Kwiaht botanist Madrona Murphy to explore how Coast Salish cultivation of qáyexw (Pacific crabapple) and other wild fruits led to the widespread planting of orchards and berries in the San Juans\, how we all benefit from this fruitful legacy\, and how you can help ensure the old trees continue to feed our communities. \n Madrona Murphy\, Kwiaht  \n2:00–3:00 p.m.\n The Future of Affordable Farming in San Juan County \nWho will be farming the San Juan Islands in the future? Half of San Juan County’s farm operators are age 65 or older\, and the cost of a working island farm now far exceeds what farm income can support. Using the latest USDA Census data\, Jay Kimball will explore what island farms actually earn\, why the next generation can’t afford to buy in\, and some innovative pathways already taking root in the islands. Lauren Bigelow (San Juan Islands Agricultural Guild and ARC) will share how the Ag Guild and partner organizations are taking steps to develop community-based solutions.  \nJay Kimball (Earthrise) & Lauren Bigelow (San Juan Islands Agricultural Guild & ARC) \n3:30–4:30 p.m.\n Cooking Demo: Lamb Albóndigas: A Taste of Local Flavor \nJoin the chefs from Cove Dining as they prepare flavorful lamb albóndigas\, showcasing locally raised lamb in a hearty\, delicious dish. Learn simple techniques and serving ideas while discovering a fresh way to enjoy one of the islands’ signature ingredients. \nKayleen Meeker & Chris Shotwell\, Cove Dining \nSaturday\, August 15\n11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.\n What Lies Beneath: Marine Wonders of Local Waters \nThe MRC helps to protect and restore the valuable resources of our marine waters. Come for an interactive talk about what lies beneath and learn how you can help be a better steward. \n Marine Resources Committee \n12:30–1:30 p.m.\n Fling It and Forget It: Making Seed Balls for Spring \nJoin Kat Rose of the SJI Grange to make seed balls by hand — compact little bundles of soil\, clay\, and flower seeds harvested right from Kat’s prolific flower garden. Many seeds need a cold\, wet winter before they’ll sprout\, so we’ll roll these up to scatter in autumn and wait for the spring show. Come get your hands dirty! \nKat Rose\, San Juan Island Grange \n2:00–3:00 p.m.\n Living with Wildlife: From Rescue to Release! \nMeet the wild patients (and people) of Salish Wildlife Rescue! Join us as we discuss common causes for intake\, success stories\, and ways to make a difference living with the wild neighbors in our own backyard!  \nHadley Beahan & Audrey Resnicow\, Salish Wildlife Rescue \n3:30–4:30 p.m.\n Farm-to-Table Cooking Demo: Local + Seasonal \nExperience the difference of local\, fresh\, and in-season ingredients. Lori Ann will educate\, demonstrate\, and offer samples of simple\, nutritious dishes made from the bountiful produce of local farms. \nLori Ann David\, Aurora Farm \nSunday\, August 16\n11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.\n Pollinator Bingo \nJoin San Juan County Master Gardeners for a fun game of bingo. Listen to the hints and fun facts describing the pollinators\, mark your card\, first player with five in a row wins! \nChristine Coray\, San Juan County Master Gardeners \n12:30–1:30 p.m.\n Shared Survival: How Salmon Sustain a Sea of Species \nJoin Park staff and discover how salmon hold an entire ecosystem together in this engaging\, family-friendly presentation. Through interactive demonstrations (challenge yourself to see how you stack up to a salmon!)\, we will explore the intricate web of life where 137 different species – from majestic bald eagles and ancient trees down to the tiniest river insects – rely on this incredible fish. Join us to find out how protecting this vital keystone species safeguards the future of the entire Pacific Northwest.  \nEmily Herman\, Hilary Clark & Kathy Jacobson\, Washington State Parks \n2:00–3:00 p.m.\n Seeds for the Future: An Introduction to Seed Saving \nSaving seeds is our past and future. Locally adapted seeds strengthen food resilience\, and connect gardeners and farmers to generations of agricultural knowledge. Join Taja Wicks of The Orcas Island Seed Library and Local Seeds Coalition for a hands-on introduction to why seed saving matters\, how to get started\, and an opportunity to process and prepare seeds to take home. \nTaja Wicks\, Local Seeds Coalition \n3:30–4:30 p.m.\n Use Your Noodle! A Kitchen Innovation Challenge \nBe part of the action as Kate Stone of Katrina’s Secret Kitchen hosts a lively cooking game show featuring surprise ingredients\, audience participation\, and creative culinary problem-solving. Learn fun\, practical ways to reduce food waste\, stretch your ingredients\, and think outside the recipe. \nKate Stone\, Tanja Williamson\, and Special Guests
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/sanjuan/event/agriculture-tent-at-the-sjc-fair/2026-08-16/
LOCATION:San Juan County Fairgrounds\, 849 Argyle Ave\, Friday Harbor\, 98250\, United States
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SUMMARY:2026 San Juan County Fair
DESCRIPTION:The annual San Juan County Fair will take place from August 13-16\, 2026 the theme is “Red\, White\, & Ewe”
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/sanjuan/event/2026-san-juan-county-fair/2026-08-16/
LOCATION:San Juan County Fairgrounds\, 849 Argyle Ave\, Friday Harbor\, 98250\, United States
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