Transit agencies extending service and offering free rides for New Year's Eve
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| Photo courtesy Metro Transit |
From the Seattle Transit Blog
Transit agencies around the region will be free to ride all day (and most of the night) on New Year’s Eve. Some agencies are extending late-night service to accommodate riders celebrating the end of 2025 and the start of 2026.
These agencies will operate fare-free tomorrow until end of service:
- King County Metro Overnight routes will be free from 3 am on New Year’s Eve to 3 am on New Year’s Day
- Sound Transit Overnight ST Express routes will be free from 3 am on New Year’s Eve to 3 am on New Year’s Day
- King County Water Taxi, DART, Metro Flex, and Access services
- Community Transit Overnight routes will be free from 4 am on New Year’s Eve to 4 am on New Year’s Day
- Everett TransitPierce TransitSeattle Streetcars The Seattle Monorail will still charge regular fare.
- Sound Transit Link 1 Line
- will operate every 15 minutes after 11pm with last trains departing around 2 am.The last northbound trip will leave Federal Way Downtown at 1:56 am, depart Westlake at 2:52 am, and arrive at Lynnwood City Center at 3:24 am.
- The last southbound train will leave Lynnwood City Center at 1:57 am, depart Westlake at 2:28 am, and arrive at Federal Way Downtown at 3:23 am.
- Service hours will not be extended on the 2 Line.
- Seattle Center Monorail will operate from Westlake to Seattle Center until 10:30 pm pausing operations for the “New Year’s Eve at Seattle Center” event culminating in a fireworks, laser, and drone show.
- The Monorail will reopen after the show is over around 12:20am and continue running until 1 am.
- Unlike previous years, the Seattle Streetcars will operate on their normal schedule (running from about 6am to 9pm), with no extended service on the South Lake Union Streetcar.
Updated: Operations suspended on Shoreline College campus Tuesday due to Microsoft outage
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| Shoreline College Photo by Jared Solano |
Update 8am: Due to continued technical issues related to the Microsoft outage, Shoreline Community College will be closed today, Wednesday, December 31, 2025.�
Message to employees
- A limited number of essential or required employees will report to campus to support critical operations and will be contacted directly by their supervisors.
- ctcLink access and functionality has not been impacted, so please complete/update your timecards by 5:00pm today.
- We will post specific suspended operation timecard instructions and codes on DAAG (Shoreline Day at a Glance) by 10:00am.
- Supervisors will need to review their approvals ASAP, no later than 10:00am on Friday 1/2/26.
�New international student orientation activities will continue as planned.
�We plan to reopen on Friday, January 2, 2026.�
We appreciate your understanding as we respond to these ongoing technical issues. Wishing you a safe and happy New Year!
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Due to a widespread Microsoft outage that has left Shoreline College without access to many critical systems, operations were suspended at 2pm on Tuesday, December 30, 2025.
Their Facebook page will be updated at 8am.
For students- there will be limited services for new international students and orientation will continue as planned.
Thank you for your flexibility and understanding as we respond to this unexpected disruption.
Thursday the campus is closed for the New Year's holiday.
Updated 12-31-2025
January classes at the Shoreline Tool Library
This month, you could learn hand embroidery, evaluate your flooring, or gain access to five 3D printers. Join us at the tool libraries for some engaging learning experiences!
Sign up for classes and see further into the future on our website
Sign up for customizable class & event notifications: attlereconomy.app.neoncrm.com/.../class...We offer classes at both of our tool libraries, so make sure to double-check the location on the event page before signing up!
NE Seattle Tool Library (NESTL): 10228 Fischer Pl NE, Seattle
Shoreline Tool Library (STL): 16610 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline
NE Seattle Tool Library (NESTL): 10228 Fischer Pl NE, SeattleShoreline Tool Library (STL): 16610 Aurora Ave N, ShorelineClasses are available on a sliding scale. This helps to reduce barriers for participation while retaining sufficient income for Seattle REconomy, which owns and operates the NE Seattle and Shoreline tool libraries. Please choose the level that best fits your family’s income.
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Hwy 2 to Stevens Pass to reopen on January 4, 2026
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| Repair work on Hwy 2 Photo by Conall Anderson |
SKYKOMISH — Today, Governor Bob Ferguson announced that the west side of U.S. Highway 2 between Skykomish and Stevens Pass will fully reopen to traffic starting Sunday, January 4, 2026.
Restrictions will remain in place on east side; through traffic to Leavenworth should continue to use alternate routes.
The east side of Highway 2, between Stevens Pass and Coles Corner, opened with restrictions on Monday, using a detour and pilot car that operates 6am to 6pm. Those restrictions will remain in place for months.
Be prepared and plan ahead
US 2 is an active work zone and delays are to be expected. Travelers should consider other cross-state travel routes, like Interstate 90 or US 12, when possible. Contractor crews continue repair work on the east side of Stevens Pass Resort through Tumwater Canyon.
“This is fantastic news – better than our best-case scenarios a few weeks ago,” Governor Ferguson said.
“We understand that when a major highway is closed, the impacts to the community, to individuals and to businesses are significant.
"We have been very focused on getting Highway 2 open as quickly as possible. I want to thank the WSDOT workers and contractors who have been working hard, 24 hours a day, to make this happen.”
Be prepared and plan ahead
US 2 is an active work zone and delays are to be expected. Travelers should consider other cross-state travel routes, like Interstate 90 or US 12, when possible. Contractor crews continue repair work on the east side of Stevens Pass Resort through Tumwater Canyon.
Travelers are asked to adjust to conditions during these limited reopenings, including following all signs and directions, not passing the pilot car or cutting the queue and planning ahead for winter weather.
Timeline
Several sections of US 2 were damaged and closed during the recent, historic storm and flooding. Crews have worked to clear and repair damaged roads and have reopened sections of US 2 as soon as it was safe to do so.
Timeline
Several sections of US 2 were damaged and closed during the recent, historic storm and flooding. Crews have worked to clear and repair damaged roads and have reopened sections of US 2 as soon as it was safe to do so.
- Wednesday, Dec. 10: WSDOT crews closed the highway between Index and Coles Corner (mileposts 35-85) due to multiple washouts and mudslides.
- Thursday, Dec. 11: The closure was extended to include Tumwater Canyon on the east side (milepost 99) of the pass.
- Friday, Dec. 12: Crews were able to clear the roadway to Skykomish (milepost 50) on the west side.
- Thursday Dec. 18: Emergency repairs began on US 2 over Stevens Pass between mileposts 58 and 70.
- Saturday, Dec. 20: Emergency work to remove debris on US 2 east of Skykomish began.
- Monday, Dec. 29: A pilot car began limited travel on US 2 between milepost 71 to the resort at milepost 64.
Alphabet Resistance on Tuesday December 30, 2025
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| Alphabet Resistance |
"12-30-25 HAPPY RESISTING NEW YEAR from ALPHABET RESISTANCE! Leave your comfort zone in 2026! Have the courage to stand up for your rights. Apathy kills Democracy."
The Alphabet Resistance is still going strong, showing messages to I-5 motorists and signs to local drivers on the 50th Street overpass in north Seattle.
Typified by the ability to convey a message in ten words, two dozen volunteers stand on the freeway overpass each holding a sign with one letter.
On signal, they turn their sign to reveal different letters which spells out the continuation of the message.
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| Alphabet Resistant volunteers on 12-30-25 |
The rest of the group stand on each side of the overpass, holding individual signs with a message to share with the mostly supportive drivers.
Coffee with 1st Legislative District legislators January 4, 2026
As we get ready for the 2026 legislative session, I want to make sure I’m hearing directly from you about what’s on your mind. Your ideas, concerns, and lived experiences shape the work we do in Olympia—and there’s no better way to start the year than sitting down together.
I hope you’ll join me and my 1st Legislative District colleagues for a casual, drop-in coffee chat:
WHO: Sen. Derek Stanford, Rep. Shelley Kloba, and Rep. Davina Duerr
WHAT: Coffee chat with 1st Legislative District residents
WHEN: Sunday, January 4, from 4:15–5:30pm
WHERE: Bothell Library Meeting Room 18215 98th Avenue NE, Bothell
This is an informal opportunity to ask questions, share what you’d like us to prioritize, and connect before the legislative session begins. Whether you stay for five minutes or the whole time, we’d love to see you.
Looking forward to catching up—and wishing you a great start to the new year.
Warmly,
Rep. Shelley Kloba
Contact Me
- LEG 132A | PO Box 40600 Olympia, WA 98504
- shelley.kloba@leg.wa.gov
- (360) 786-7900 | Toll-Free Hotline: 1-800-562-6000 | 1-800-635-9993 (TTY)
- https://housedemocrats.wa.gov/kloba/
- Brian Haifley- brian.haifley@leg.wa.gov
The 1st LD includes Lake Forest Park, Kenmore, Brier, Bothell, Woodinville, Canyon Park
HomeTechHacker: How I Use AI to Simplify Life and Work Smarter
Artificial intelligence isn’t just for tech companies or coders.
It already is a part of everyday life. AI tools can help you save time, stay organized, and even improve your health.
Over the past couple of years, I’ve integrated AI into my daily routines to work smarter, not harder.
One of the ways I rely on AI the most is for brainstorming.
One of the ways I rely on AI the most is for brainstorming.
Chatbots like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Copilot help me come up with new article ideas, book concepts, and social media content. They also help refine my plans and provide perspectives I might not have considered. Sometimes I’ll even compare ideas from multiple AI tools to see which approach feels strongest.
I use it to create outlines, improve drafts, and polish my writing. Tools like Grammarly and ChatGPT make it easier to check for clarity and tone so that what I write comes across the way I intend.
When it comes to technical work, AI saves me hours.
When it comes to technical work, AI saves me hours.
I use it to create automations in Home Assistant and to generate complicated Excel formulas that would have taken me a long time to figure out on my own. Having a digital assistant that understands code and logic makes many projects much more approachable.
AI is also part of my creative process. It helps me draft social media captions, schedule posts, and generate images that fit my content. I still bring my own ideas and style to everything I post, but AI helps me stay consistent without spending endless time designing or writing.
AI is also part of my creative process. It helps me draft social media captions, schedule posts, and generate images that fit my content. I still bring my own ideas and style to everything I post, but AI helps me stay consistent without spending endless time designing or writing.
What I like most about using AI is that it takes care of repetitive or time-consuming tasks, leaving more space for what matters most.
That idea—using technology to reclaim time and focus—is a key theme in my book Life by Design. The book explores how to use automation and smart tools to make daily life more intentional and productive.
If you want to learn how to use AI tools yourself, start small. My free course AI Simplified: Essential Tools You Can Use Todayat HomeTechHacker Academy is a great place to begin. It walks through simple, practical ways to make AI work for you.
AI isn’t all about replacing people. It’s about using technology thoughtfully to make life easier, more efficient, and more balanced.
Marlon Buchanan is a best-selling author, IT Director, and founder of HomeTechHacker.com, a website with free resources to help you make the most of your home technology.
If you have questions or comments about this article, you can contact Marlon through his website or X (Twitter).
See previous articles here.
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If you want to learn how to use AI tools yourself, start small. My free course AI Simplified: Essential Tools You Can Use Todayat HomeTechHacker Academy is a great place to begin. It walks through simple, practical ways to make AI work for you.
AI isn’t all about replacing people. It’s about using technology thoughtfully to make life easier, more efficient, and more balanced.
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| Marlon Buchanan |
If you have questions or comments about this article, you can contact Marlon through his website or X (Twitter).
See previous articles here.
Travels with Charlie: "Never Miss a Sunset…"
Tuesday, December 30, 2025
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| Photo by Gordon Snyder |
Never Miss a Sunset
My New Year's resolution for as long as I can remember has been "Never Miss a Sunset…” Even if you’re stuck indoors, catch a Sunset Glance somehow. It helps give each day a unique spot.
Happy New Year and Cheers,
Gordon Snyder
Ginkgo Biloba - a living fossil in Shoreline
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| Ginkgo Biloba female tree Photo by Seattle Poppy |
A few days ago we published a photo of this tree and asked readers to identify it. Seattle Poppy found it near a bus stop on N 175th just west of Aurora.
Several readers responded, including Richard Tinsley, who identified it as a female Ginkgo.
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| Fleshy seeds of the ginkgo on the ground Photo by Seattle Poppy |
'The round orange things on the tree are the fleshy seeds. There are also some on they ground, though they look more of a light orange in the picture. There are fan-shaped leaves on the ground."
The Arbor Day Foundation said this about the Ginkgo Biloba:
The ginkgo is one of the oldest, most distinct trees in the world. It can tolerate a variety of urban conditions, including heat, pollution, salt, and confined spaces — which is why it is found along many city streets in the United States. Some complain of the mess and odor associated with the fruit of the female ginkgo, so be aware when planting along walkways or heavily traveled areas.
There is a Ginkgo Biloba on the grounds of the Washington State Capitol. Their website includes this information:
This tree is one of the oldest living tree species in the world. It's the sole survivor of an ancient group of trees that date back to before dinosaurs roamed the Earth, between 245 and 66 million years ago. It's so ancient, the species is known as a living fossil.
Millions of years ago, both ginkgo and dawn redwood grew in Washington. However, they became rarer as continental drift, ice ages, and volcanoes changed the region over time.
This tree grows slowly but lives for hundreds of years and becomes huge.
Female specimens bear fruits consisting of an edible nut surrounded by a soft, orange skin.
Ginkgo Biloba is used medicinally, usually as an extract from the leaves.
Gallery North presents In With the New
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| Wild Horse by Sue Coccia |
Artist Reception: Saturday, January 10, 1–4pm
Gallery North in Downtown Edmonds is pleased to present “In With the New,” our annual exhibition welcoming new member artists to the gallery. Running January 1–31, 2026 the show highlights the fresh perspectives and diverse approaches these artists bring to our long-standing co-op community.
This year, we are excited to introduce three new members:
Wai Wong-Miller works in oil, watercolor, and mixed-media paintings. Wai's love of nature, animals, landscapes, flowers, and marine life is the subject she explores in her paintings. Her paintings tend to draw the viewer into her world, rich with colors and light. Her styles are a confluence of Contemporary, Impressionistic, and Abstract Realism, and she continues to push her boundaries as she learns and develops as a painter.
Lynn Dong works primarily in acrylics, focusing on landscapes and portraits. Influenced by Sorolla, Sargent, Monet, and Renoir, Lynn is drawn to exploring light, color, and atmosphere. What began as a pandemic hobby in 2021 quickly grew into a dedicated painting practice, and she now brings a thoughtful, contemporary approach to the gallery.
Sue Coccia is well-known for her intricate animal-themed artwork. Trained at the Burnley School for Professional Art, she creates detailed pen-and-ink drawings hand-painted with acrylics and rich with symbolism.
Sue’s imagery reflects her deep connection to wildlife, and through EarthArt International—a business she founded in 1996—she donates a portion of proceeds to conservation organizations. Her work appears in galleries, national parks, and collections throughout the Pacific Northwest and beyond.
Please join us for these opportunities to meet the artists and explore the exhibition:
● Artist Reception: Saturday, January 10, 1–4 pm
● Edmonds Art Walk: Thursday, January 15, 5–8 pm
“In With the New” showcases the diverse talent of our newest members and brings a fresh start to the year at Gallery North. We invite you to stop by, explore the exhibition, and enjoy the range of perspectives these artists bring to our community.
Gallery North Edmonds has been in operation since 1961 as it continues its mission to promote established and emerging local artists in the heart of beautiful downtown Edmonds.
Please join us for these opportunities to meet the artists and explore the exhibition:
● Artist Reception: Saturday, January 10, 1–4 pm
● Edmonds Art Walk: Thursday, January 15, 5–8 pm
“In With the New” showcases the diverse talent of our newest members and brings a fresh start to the year at Gallery North. We invite you to stop by, explore the exhibition, and enjoy the range of perspectives these artists bring to our community.
Gallery North Edmonds has been in operation since 1961 as it continues its mission to promote established and emerging local artists in the heart of beautiful downtown Edmonds.
Gallery North is located at 401 Main Street, Edmonds, WA and is open Tuesday thru Sunday 11am-5pm. For further information, please visit the Gallery North website or call the gallery at 425-774-0946.
Caravan Kebab owner and volunteers distribute meals to people in need on Christmas Day
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| Caravan Kebab owner and chef Shahzad Raja cooks a pot of rice pilaf as part of his annual Christmas meal distribution to those in need in the Seattle area. Photo courtesy Steve Woodard. |
Reprinted from MyEdmondsNews.com
By Nick Ng
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| Shahzad Raja gives out a meal on Christmas Day in Shoreline. Photo by Steve Woodard |
Volunteers of America Western Washington (VOAWW) Vice President of Community Engagement Steve Woodard and volunteers Amira Atan and Christina Ross helped package the food and coordinated meal distribution.
Atan and Ross distributed about 50 meals together from Edmonds to Everett while Raja headed south to Shoreline and University District.
Raja said that he has been doing this every Christmas Day since 2010 because December 25 is his birthday. “That’s how I celebrate it,” he said.
He said since the opening of Caravan Kebab, he initially distributed 20 to 30 meals by himself and the number of meals has steadily increased each Christmas Day. Last year, he and a team of volunteers distributed more than 300 meals.
This year they had to scale back because a van driver crashed into the restaurant in March, forcing him to close the restaurant for about six months to make repairs.
“The regular customers came to support me, and they are happy we are working,” Raja said. “It’s a little tough right now…I have strong hopes we’re gonna make it.”
Caravan Kebab has been serving Edmonds and nearby neighborhoods since 2010, offering various cuisines from India, Ukraine, Turkey and Greece.
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| Raja giving food to people at a bus stop in Seattle. Photo by Steve Woodard |
He said since the opening of Caravan Kebab, he initially distributed 20 to 30 meals by himself and the number of meals has steadily increased each Christmas Day. Last year, he and a team of volunteers distributed more than 300 meals.
This year they had to scale back because a van driver crashed into the restaurant in March, forcing him to close the restaurant for about six months to make repairs.
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| The restaurant is open now after closing six months for repairs. Photo by Steve Woodard |
Caravan Kebab has been serving Edmonds and nearby neighborhoods since 2010, offering various cuisines from India, Ukraine, Turkey and Greece.
The cuisine is influenced by Raja’s travels around Eastern Europe, the Mediterranean region, central Asia and his own roots in Pakistan.
Caravan Kebab is located in Firdale Village 9711 Firdale Ave, Edmonds WA 98020 directly north of Shoreline.
Caravan Kebab is located in Firdale Village 9711 Firdale Ave, Edmonds WA 98020 directly north of Shoreline.
Rob Heib retires from Shoreline Fire
Monday, December 29, 2025
Rob’s dedication and skill quickly set him apart, leading to his promotion to Driver Engineer in December 2009.
Over the years, he served as an Engine Driver, Ladder Truck Driver, Tillerman, and was an EVIP Instructor.
Rob was also voted the Shoreline Fire Department Driver of the Year award twice.
Rob brought professionalism to every shift. His commitment extended well beyond daily operations—he spent 10 days in Haiti in 2011 providing medical relief, trained countless engine drivers, assisted in pump academies, and served as a supervisor for the North King County COVID-19 vaccination site.
A proud member of Local 1760, Rob participated in numerous committees and generously volunteered at Easter egg hunts and Shoreline Christmas Toy Drives.
As Rob enters retirement, we celebrate not only his outstanding contributions but also the spirit and camaraderie he shared with everyone around him, even with his aversion to vegetables!
He leaves behind a legacy of excellence, mentorship, and service that will continue to shape the department long after his last shift.
Rob extends a heartfelt thank-you to the many employees he had the honor of working alongside, and most importantly to his loving family—his wife Sharon, daughter Ella, and son Robby—for their unwavering support throughout his career.
We wish Rob a fulfilling and joyful retirement and thank him for the extraordinary impact he has made on our department and community.
--Shoreline Fire Department
--Shoreline Fire Department
Aging With the Law on Your Side January 6, 2026
Aging With the Law on Your Side
Tuesday, January 6, 2026
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Laurel Cove 17201 15th Ave NE, Shoreline, WA 98155Angela Odensky, an experienced elder law and estate planning attorney, will discuss the most essential legal documents everyone should have in place as they age.
This informative session will cover how thoughtful planning can help ensure your wishes are honored, support aging with dignity, and help families avoid probate and unnecessary estate taxes.
This presentation is free and refreshments will be provided.
Angela Odensky is a Certified Elder Law Attorney (CELA) through the National Elder Law Foundation and principal at The Law Office of Angela Odensky. Her practice focuses on Estate Planning, Probate, Elder Law, and Special Needs Planning.
RSVP: 206-900-6016
Email: michael.francart@encorecommunities.com
We hope you’ll join us for this valuable and informative event. Please feel free to share this invitation with family and friends.
Warm regards,
Laurel Cove
This presentation is free and refreshments will be provided.
Angela Odensky is a Certified Elder Law Attorney (CELA) through the National Elder Law Foundation and principal at The Law Office of Angela Odensky. Her practice focuses on Estate Planning, Probate, Elder Law, and Special Needs Planning.
RSVP: 206-900-6016 Email: michael.francart@encorecommunities.comWe hope you’ll join us for this valuable and informative event. Please feel free to share this invitation with family and friends.
Warm regards,
Laurel Cove
Help spread bark in the gardens at Echo Lake Elementary January 3, 2026
Come volunteer to help spread bark chips and tidy the gardens and grounds at Echo Lake Elementary!
We will be working from 1-3pm on Saturday, January 3, 2026.
Bring a shovel, garden gloves and buckets if you have any. If not, we will have some tools to share. Kids are welcome and are encouraged to help out too as long as they are with an adult.
Also, if you work over in the Pollinator/Kinder Garden then your kids can have a playdate on the playground and field while you help with the garden!
For questions or to be added to the Garden Volunteer list: please email
Event by Echo Lake Elementary PTA Shoreline
19345 Wallingford Ave N, Shoreline WA 98133
Event by Echo Lake Elementary PTA Shoreline
19345 Wallingford Ave N, Shoreline WA 98133
Healthy independent aging with ICHS PACE
Healthy independent aging with ICHS PACE
ICHS PACE provides all-inclusive care for low-income seniors (55+), empowering them to live independently in their homes for as long as possible, instead of having them move into a nursing home, while receiving the same level of care in the community.
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Our program covers all Medicare and Medicaid services and offers customized care plans that combine medical and social support.
PRESENTATION: January 15, 2026 from 2:15 - 3:15pm
COST: Free
LOCATION: Shoreline Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center 18560 1st Ave NE Bldg. G
REGISTRATION: Call or visit the Shoreline Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center 206-365-1536
LOCATION: Shoreline Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center 18560 1st Ave NE Bldg. G
REGISTRATION: Call or visit the Shoreline Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center 206-365-1536
Destinations: Book the beach all year long at Fort Flagler Historical State Park
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| Fort Flagler |
Reserve your next adventure along the storied shores of Fort Flagler Historical State Park any time of year.
Fort Flagler Historical State Park on Marrowstone Island
10541 Flagler Road, Nordland, WA 98358
Seaside beach campground
10541 Flagler Road, Nordland, WA 98358
Campers can now make year-round reservations for the park’s seaside beach campground, marking an exciting change that gives campers more flexibility to plan ahead and ensure a campsite is waiting for them when they arrive.
Make your reservation now for arrival dates beginning Jan. 1, 2026.
Prior to this change, Fort Flagler’s beach campground transitioned to first come, first served camping from November through the end of March.
The beach campground features 69 campsites, many with stunning views of Admiralty Inlet and Puget Sound.
On a clear day, visitors may be treated to views of both the Olympic and Cascade ranges and can see three of the state’s five active volcanoes – Mt. Baker, Mt. Rainier and Glacier Peak.
Make your reservation now for arrival dates beginning Jan. 1, 2026.
Prior to this change, Fort Flagler’s beach campground transitioned to first come, first served camping from November through the end of March.
The beach campground features 69 campsites, many with stunning views of Admiralty Inlet and Puget Sound.
On a clear day, visitors may be treated to views of both the Olympic and Cascade ranges and can see three of the state’s five active volcanoes – Mt. Baker, Mt. Rainier and Glacier Peak.
During your visit
The 1,469-acre Fort Flagler Historical State Park is surrounded on three sides by saltwater, giving it over 19,000 feet of saltwater shoreline. This makes it a favorite spot for fishing, clamming and crabbing.
Day hikes and views
Visitors can still explore many of the original military structures, including gun emplacements, officers’ quarters, dormitories, a hospital and a theater.
The free Fort Flagler Museum, featuring displays about the fort and military life at the turn of the 20th century, is open Saturdays from November through March.
Visiting for the day
Visitors just coming for the day will need to display a Discover Pass to park. The revenue State Parks receives from Discover Pass sales helps preserve historical sites like Fort Flagler. Discover Pass fees support trail upkeep, facility improvements and habitat protection.
The annual pass is $45 and provides unlimited drive-in entry to everyone in the passholder's vehicle, making it even more convenient and cost-effective for groups, families and households carpooling in one vehicle.
The 1,469-acre Fort Flagler Historical State Park is surrounded on three sides by saltwater, giving it over 19,000 feet of saltwater shoreline. This makes it a favorite spot for fishing, clamming and crabbing.
But visitors also head to the park simply to take in the incredible views, to fly kites and to enjoy an easy day hike on the more than nine miles of beach and forested trails that meander through the park.
The park also invites its visitors to step back in time to the early 19th century. The park is part of the group of forts once known as the “Triangle of Fire,” made up of Fort Flagler, Fort Worden and Fort Casey state parks.
The park also invites its visitors to step back in time to the early 19th century. The park is part of the group of forts once known as the “Triangle of Fire,” made up of Fort Flagler, Fort Worden and Fort Casey state parks.
The free Fort Flagler Museum, featuring displays about the fort and military life at the turn of the 20th century, is open Saturdays from November through March.
Other rentable spaces
Vacation homes for rent
Vacation homes for rent
For those who need a roof over their heads for a sound night’s sleep, Fort Flagler also offers five vacation homes on a bluff overlooking Admiralty Inlet. Most rentals accommodate up to four people, with one accommodating up to eight.
The historic Recreation Hall, a 75-person event space once used for soldiers’ leisure time, is also available to rent year-round for private events and gatherings.
The historic Recreation Hall, a 75-person event space once used for soldiers’ leisure time, is also available to rent year-round for private events and gatherings.
Visitors just coming for the day will need to display a Discover Pass to park. The revenue State Parks receives from Discover Pass sales helps preserve historical sites like Fort Flagler. Discover Pass fees support trail upkeep, facility improvements and habitat protection.
The annual pass is $45 and provides unlimited drive-in entry to everyone in the passholder's vehicle, making it even more convenient and cost-effective for groups, families and households carpooling in one vehicle.
--Photos courtesy Fort Flagler
Letter to the Editor: Is the City indifferent to resident and visitor safety?
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We asked for a crossing light on 15th Avenue NE and were ignored until a second child, Tia Townsend, was run over in 2005. Is this another instance of the City's indifference to resident and visitor safety?
The two blocks of 148th street between 8th Avenue and 5th Avenue have no walkable route. On work days, commuters park along the street which already has the narrowest right-of-way I know of in the city.
Pedestrians, including children, airport-bound residents and visitors hauling luggage, all take their lives in their hands as trucks, SUVs, and other vehicles force them to flatten themselves against parked vehicles.
The street is lit incidentally by glare from the light rail station. This makes pedestrians nearly invisible, especially during rain events.
Pedestrian and vehicle traffic has increased many-fold since the opening of the station and it's more frenetic with concurrent traffic revisions at the 145th Street/5th Avenue intersection.
The right of way must be widened.
Parking must be disallowed.
An unobstructed pedestrian route must be established
Lighting must be upgraded.
The council and planning department have treated our neighborhood as a sacrifice zone for the 27 years that I've lived here. Now our lives are at risk every time we venture to use light rail.
The hour is late. Make a short term fix immediately while permanent improvements are considered.
Do this before someone gets killed. Please
Jeffrey M. Eisenbrey
Shoreline
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The street is lit incidentally by glare from the light rail station. This makes pedestrians nearly invisible, especially during rain events.
Pedestrian and vehicle traffic has increased many-fold since the opening of the station and it's more frenetic with concurrent traffic revisions at the 145th Street/5th Avenue intersection.
The right of way must be widened.
Parking must be disallowed.
An unobstructed pedestrian route must be established
Lighting must be upgraded.
The council and planning department have treated our neighborhood as a sacrifice zone for the 27 years that I've lived here. Now our lives are at risk every time we venture to use light rail.
The hour is late. Make a short term fix immediately while permanent improvements are considered.
Do this before someone gets killed. Please
Jeffrey M. Eisenbrey
Shoreline
Business Spotlight: Spring Physical Therapy: Supporting Shoreline Moms with Compassionate, In-Home Pelvic Floor Care
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Spring Physical Therapy: Supporting Shoreline Moms with Compassionate, In-Home Pelvic Floor Care
Motherhood brings incredible change and Spring Physical Therapy exists to support women through every stage of that journey. Based in Shoreline, Spring Physical Therapy provides specialized pelvic floor physical therapy designed to help moms feel strong, comfortable, and confident during pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond.
With a focus on one-on-one, in-home care, this practice removes barriers to treatment and meets women where they are, literally and figuratively, offering consistency, comfort, and expert support when it’s needed most.
Q & A with Madisen Bergh, Founder of Spring Physical Therapy
Q: What inspired you to start your business?
A: After having my children, that first hand experience opened my eyes to the incredible need for support.
Q: What service does your business provide for our community?
A: I provide pelvic floor physical therapy services to moms in every stage of pregnancy and postpartum to feel strong, comfortable, and supported. I offer one-on-one care for birth prep, pelvic pain, back and hip discomfort, leaking, core weakness, C-section recovery, and guidance on safely returning to exercise.
Q: Why is your business based in Shoreline?
A: I live in Shoreline with my family and I am so proud to be part of this community. I currently offer in-home visits to my patients, which is really nice for new moms or women who have difficulty juggling childcare, work, and appointments. By basing my business in Shoreline, I am better able to get to their homes and have consistency in care!
Q: What inspires you each day?
A: Helping women feel confident in their bodies, supporting them to have an empowering birth experience, and getting those moments of “I can run without leaking!” or “I can lift my toddler without back pain.”
Q: What has been your proudest moment in business so far?
A: My kids have really enjoyed watching me start my business! They want to help me set up workshops, they want to wear my business swag, and ask me to teach them exercises to show to their friends. I am really proud to be their mom and to be able to show them a path to achieving their dreams!
Q: How do you approach customer service, and what sets you apart?
A: I offer free consultations to all prospective patients to hear about what concerns they have and tell them about my treatment approach to figure out if we would be a good match!
Q: What future plans or goals do you have for your business?
A: I would love to have a brick-and-mortar space for moms of Shoreline to find comfort, a place where we can talk about motherhood, exercise together, bring in specialists to discuss perinatal care, and for women to feel safe to be themselves as we navigate the journey of motherhood together.
Q: What’s your next upcoming event?
A: I am doing a postpartum strength class at Aditi Studio in Wallingford on January 24th.
Connect with Spring Physical Therapy
509-990-2044
springpelvictherapy.com springpelvictherapy@gmail.com
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