Hey there neighbor! Got a Minute?
Looking for Storytellers. Planning is underway for the 2nd Annual Shelter Bay Storytelling Event. What’s your story? Open to anyone in the Shelter Bay or Swinomish community. No age limit, however stories are limited to ten minutes in length. If you would like to tell your story or need more info on becoming a storyteller, email Michael Bade at [email protected].
Safety Committee Members Needed. If you’re passionate about community welfare and safety, joining this committee will allow you to contribute to programs and initiatives that protect residents. Interested parties should contact Renata McCauley, (360) 466-3805 ext 8 or email [email protected].
What’s happening in and around Shelter Bay?
CERT Basic Training
Skagit Community Emergency Response Team Basic Training in Shelter Bay...
A Word from Our Shelter Bay Library
Our shelves are full up with great reading for the coming months! Come...
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Martha’s Beach Hours Seasonal Change, October 1 – March 31 gate hours are 8 AM – 7 PM
Oct 8 Community Soup Supper deadline for signup, in the Office (see Oct 12)
Oct 11 CPR/First Aid/AED Class, in the Clubhouse, 9 AM to 1 PM, registration required
Oct 12 Community Soup Supper, at the Clubhouse, 5 to 7 PM
Oct 13 Office Closed
Oct 14 Women’s Breakfast, at the Clubhouse, 9 AM
Oct 14 Communiversity: Agriculture in Skagit County, at the Clubhouse, 6:30 PM
Oct 19 Community Town Hall, in the Clubhouse, 7 PM, submit questions
Oct 25 3rd Annual Witches Paddle, at the Boat Launch, 11 AM to 1 PM
Oct 25 Happy Hour with Skagit Brass Quintet, in the Clubhouse, 5:30 PM
Oct 28 Communiversity: Storytelling Evening, at the Clubhouse, 6:30 PM
Oct 31 4th Annual Trunk or Treat, at the Marina Parking Lot, 4 to 6 PM
Find Your Perfect Fit
Looking to stay active and enjoy a sense of community? Regular exercise classes can be a fun way to improve fitness levels and meet new people.
Did you know you can enjoy FREE exercise classes right here in the Clubhouse?

Tribal and Area Communities
October 4 & 5 Skagit Valley Festival of Family Farms, 10 AM to 4 PM
Oct 7 La Conner School District Energy Project, Community Presentation at LC Middle School Library, 5 PM
Oct 11 Fables Faire, Morris & First Street, La Conner, Noon to 6 PM
Oct 11 Brew on the Slough, Maple Hall, 104 Commercial St., La Conner, 4-7 PM
Oct 12 Goat Island and the Army, Skagit City School, 17508 Moore St., Mount Vernon, 4 PM
Oct 15 CERT Basic Training, Six week training begins, Shelter Bay Clubhouse, 6:30 AM
Oct 16 International ShakeOut Day, practice earthquake safety at work, school, and home, 10:16 AM
Oct 24-27 Arts Alive 40th Anniversary, Maple Hall, 104 Commercial St., La Conner, Invitational and Open Fine Arts Show
Oct 25 Ghouls & Fools, O’Neill’s Confectionery, 713 First St, Street, La Conner, 6-8 PM
Important news you will want to know:
Agriculture in Skagit County
Discover Farming in Our Valley. Explore the rich agricultural heritage of Skagit County, where...
CPR/First Aid/AED Class
Saturday, Oct. 11 | 9AM to 1PM | Shelter Bay Community Clubhouse Instructors: Chief Wood...
Disc Golf Comes to Shelter Bay
What is Disc Golf? Disc Golf is a game where players throw a flying disc (similar to a frisbee)...
Love Boating? Check out our Marina.
With direct access to the Swinomish Channel, boaters will appreciate the protected moorage and the amazing cruising, crabbing, fishing and whale watching in this area.
Amenities
Shelter Bay is a community governed by a Homeowners Association (HOA) which manages community services and amenities, maintains roads and public facilities, and oversees the operation of various community functions.
Shelter Bay and La Conner
Shelter Bay is just across the bridge from the town of La Conner. The distance is about one mile, a nice walk or bike ride. La Conner is a friendly, small town and has great restaurants.