32    THE BERRY BARN

       14285 La Connor-Whitney Rd.,
       Mount Vernon 98273

       (360) 466-1923
 

DIRECTIONS: From I-5 near Burlington, take Exit 230  Hwy. 20 towards Anacortes heading west. Follow the signs towards La Connor. Turn left (south) on La Connor-Whitney Road (near the Farmhouse Inn Restaurant) and head towards La Connor. We are less than a mile down the road on the left hand side in the big red barn!

INFORMATION: We are the place to get BERRIES! We grow over 25 varieties of berries (plus rhubarb) that will be available mid-June until Labor Day. We have early, mid and late season of most berries including strawberries, raspberries, blueberries and blackberries. We also carry local and Northwest gourmet mixes, jellies & locally made gift items. Check out the biggest hedge-maze in North America! After Labor Day we close and get ready for the Christmas season which runs the week before Thanksgiving (for our fresh pies!!) until the last Sunday before Christmas (fresh and frozen pies available-order yours now!). There are 4 varieties of trees planted on 15 acres behind the Berry Barn!

33    VIVA FARMS

       Intersection of Higgins Airport Way and Ovenell Road, Mount Vernon

       (206) 914-7948
 

DIRECTIONS: From I-5 take exit 230 for WA-20 toward Burlington/Anacortes/Skagit Airport. Turn left at Avon Cutoff/WA-20 W. Turn right at Higgins Airport Way. Take the first right and park on Ovenell Rd.
 

INFORMATION: Viva Farms is comprised of several beginning and Latino farmers who are launching farm careers at Skagit’s first “farm incubator.” 10 new farmers, representing 8 farms, are growing at Viva Farms this season. We offer over 45 varieties of fresh vegetables, herbs and flowers, as well as free-range poultry and eggs. Join our weekly delivery program to receive an assortment of the freshest local fruits & veggies (June - Oct) or stop by any time to meet our farmers & collect local cooking & gardening tips! We’re undergoing the 3-year-long transition to organic so our produce is pesticide & herbicide-free. Call Sarita at 206-914-7948 to arrange a visit or join our CSA. Hablamos Espanol! Viva Farms is a joint venture of GrowFood.org, an international non-profit organization dedicated to cultivating the next generation of sustainable farmers; WSU Skagit Extension and community partners who seek to keep Skagit farming by helping future farmers overcome barriers to entry. See www.VivaFarms.org for more info.
 

Farmers Markets

34    ANACORTES FARMERS MARKET

       611 R Ave., Anacortes

       (360) 391-0339  •  Info@anacortesfarmersmarket.org  •   www.anacortesfarmersmarket.org
 

DIRECTIONS: Highway 20 west to Anacortes. Exit right on R Ave. for about one mile. Market is between 7th and R Streets, on the Depot Arts Center grounds. Just north of the historic stern-wheeler W. T. Preston at the Arts Center in the Historic Railroad Depot.
 

INFORMATION: Shop for Skagit County’s freshest produce, the best in baked products and homemade crafts. Look for our Holiday Markets in November at the Depot Arts Center. Open Saturdays 9 a.m.–2 p.m., May 14–Oct. 15.

35    BOW LITTLE MARKET

       17581 Wood Road, Bow

       (360) 724-3333
 

Regular and Harvest markets at Belfast Feed Store along Old Highway 99 at Bow Hill Road. (Take the Bow Hill exit from I-5 and head east to N. Green.) Holiday Festival at Beau Lodge, 17581 Wood Road, Bow, SATURDAY, Nov. 12, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. (From I-5 take Bow Hill exit and head west to Hobson, turn right and go to Colony, turn right, and go about a mile to Wood, turn left and follow Wood to Beau Lodge gates.) Bow Little Market, where the little guy is a big deal, is family friendly and geared toward supporting small, local farmers and entrepreneurs. Located on the green in front of Belfast Feed Store along Old Highway 99 at Bow Hill Road, it features produce, fiber goods, Bruce Bowen’s honey, soap, ceramics, yard art and more. Come by and meet your neighbors. THURSDAYS July 7–Oct. 13, 1–6 p.m. Harvest Market, SATURDAY, Oct. 22, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

36    MOUNT VERNON FARMERS MARKET

       Downtown Mount Vernon
       (360) 540-4066  •  mvfarmer1@hotmail.com  •   www.mountvernonfarmersmarket.org
 

DIRECTIONS: Downtown Mount Vernon next to the Skagit River.

INFORMATION: Mount Vernon Farmers Market runs from May 28 to October 15. Join us every Saturday morning from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. to shop for the freshest of local fruit, veggies, meat, cheese, bread, flowers, craft goods and ready-to-eat food. Live music, children’s activities and cooking demonstrations make the Farmers Market a great way to start your summer weekends! Also don’t forget the Wednesday Market at the Skagit Valley Hospital from mid-June to mid-September. Hours: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Location: 1415 E. Kincaid St., Mount Vernon, WA.

37    SEDRO-WOOLLEY FARMERS MARKET

       Hammer Heritage Square,

       Ferry & Metcalf, Sedro-Woolley

       Wednesdays, 3–7 p.m. May 18–Oct. 12

       www.sedrowoolleyfarmersmarket.com
 

DIRECTIONS: Highway 20 Sedro-Woolley Ferry St. exit into town, on the corner of Ferry and Metcalf under the clock tower.
 

INFORMATION: Located in the heart of Sedro-Woolley, nestled in the surrounding North Cascade mountains, you will find a wide variety of locally grown fresh fruits and organic veggies, including: berries, greens, tomatoes, broccoli, beets, carrots, potatoes, beans, cucumbers, squash, onions and garlic in season. Enjoy homemade bread, baked goods and soup while relaxing under our gazebo. Brighten your home with beautiful flowers, plants and unique crafts. View our historic mural of the Skagit from days gone by.

Vineyards & Wineries
 

38    EAGLE HAVEN WINERY

       8243 Sims Rd., Sedro-Woolley

       (360) 856-6248 or (360) 856-6986  •   www.eaglehavenwinery.com
 

DIRECTIONS: Take Exit 232 off I-5. Go east on Cook Rd. approx. 5 miles to Hwy. 20 intersection. Go east on Highway 20 approx. 4 miles to Sims Rd. Right on Sims Rd. and farm is on left.
 

INFORMATION: Eagle Haven Winery lies at the entrance to the North Cascades. The farm is surrounded by mountains, salmon streams, and soaring eagles. Our 6 acre vineyard and 35 acre orchard supply the fruit for our award-winning wines. The knotty-pine tasting room and saloon bar promises to make your stay a comfortable one. Outside, our wine garden surrounds you with hand split cedar that allows views into the orchard and vineyard. Truly a relaxing, memorable experience. For special events and gatherings, our full kitchen and wine garden are available for rental. Call for reservations and info. Winery hours: 11 to 5, Fri., Sat., & Sun.

39    LOPEZ ISLAND VINEYARDS AND WINERY

       Brent Charnley, Winemaker

       724 Fisherman Bay Rd., Lopez Island

       (360) 468-3644  •   www.lopezislandvineyards.com

DIRECTIONS: We have two tasting rooms in the San Juan Islands. Take Hwy. 20 spur to the Anacortes Ferry, and visit us at one of our outlets:

Eastsound Orcas Island - 414 North Beach Road, in the heart of the village; Lopez Island?265 Suite D Lopez Road, also in the heart of the village.

INFORMATION: Lopez Island Vineyards is a family run, organic vineyard on Lopez Island, producing fine wines from Estate Grown Grapes, as well as fruit wines from the San Juan Islands and Western Washington. Wines are also produced from grapes originating from the Crawford Family Vineyards of Yakima Valley. Established in 1987. Products include Lopez Island Organically Grown: Madeleine Angevine, Siegerrebe, Wave Crest White, Blackberry Wine; also organically grown Raspberry Wine and Apple-Pear Wine from San Juan County fruit. Yakima Valley products include Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot. Wines available by mail order or in select Skagit County outlets. Hours: April–June, September–October: Friday & Saturday 12–5 p.m., July–August: Wednesday–Sunday 12–5 p.m., November–December: Saturdays only, 12–5 p.m. Closed for the winter. Special weekend events at the winery with winemaker Brent Charnley. See our website for a schedule and information.

40    TULIP VALLEY WINERY

       16163 SR 536, Mount Vernon

       (360) 428-6894  •  www.tulipvalley.net

DIRECTIONS: Three miles west of the old Mount Vernon bridge on Memorial Highway 536, just east of Beaver Marsh Road.

INFORMATION: Award-winning wines & hard cider. Come visit our new tasting room, and art gallery premiering local Washington artists. Please see our website for a calendar of events. Skagit-owned, Skagit-grown!