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Are you wanting to share your strengths? Develop a new ability? Stay active? Volunteering enhances the well-being of the individual, strengthens community, and fosters warm, meaningful connections.
There are numerous opportunities available based on your interests and skills. Explore these opportunities further on the Committees page. Your involvement will not only enrich your experience, but also benefit our entire community.
What’s happening in and around Shelter Bay?
Prevent Costly Water Damage with Simple Sensors
Even a small water leak can cause thousands of dollars in damage if it...
Calling All Shelter Bay Artists
Who knows how many workshops and studios are buzzing with creative...
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Shelter Bay:
See Special News Updates Below⇓
Martha’s Beach Hours, October 1 – March 31 gate hours are 8 AM – 7 PM
Dec 5 Tree Lighting *, at the BBQ Pavilion, 5 PM
Dec 9 Women’s Breakfast *, in the Clubhouse, 9 AM
Dec 16 Christmas Cranberry Jam Making Demo *, in the Clubhouse, 1 – 3 PM
Dec 18 Christmas Caroling for the Community *, meet at Clubhouse, 5 PM
Dec 18 Last Date to drop off donations for Food Drive
Dec 20-22 Pop-Up Winter Solstice Labyrinth, south of playground at Shoshone and Shelter Bay Drives, all hours
*Brought to you by Shelter Bay’s Soc & Rec Committee
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
Nov 29 Christmas Tree Lighting in Gilkey Square, downtown La Conner, 5 PM
Dec 5-7 Winter Wonderland, Children’s Museum of Skagit County at Burlington Plaza
Dec 6 Breakfast with Santa and Holiday Craft Fair, Maple Hall, 103 Commercial Street, La Conner
Dec 9 Storytime with Santa, La Conner Swinomish Library, 5:30 PM
Dec 13 3rd Annual Candy Cane Lane, Skagit County Fairgrounds, Mount Vernon, 10 AM-4 PM
Dec 13 Weave a Wooden Wonderland with Alan Smith, MoNA, La Conner, 1-3 PM
Dec 13 Swinomish Yacht Club’s Lighted Christmas Parade, Downtown La Conner, 6 PM
Dec 19-21 First Annual Skagit Passage Christmas Special, Tim Bruce Performing Arts Center, 311 N. 6th Street, La Conner
Important news you will want to know:
Shelter Bay Utilities & Infrastructure
Communiversity’s November 18th presentation, was a fascinating tour of Shelter Bay...
Compliance Convo Dec 2025
When is a Construction Permit required and when is a Certificate of Compliance required? When...
Christmas Tree Safety & Disposal
Ah, the Christmas tree! Wonderful scent and memories of Christmas. And, just to keep the...
What else is happening in the area?
Looking for forest hikes in the area?
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.