Festival Information For

Home , Ben Howard

Festival Information for: Sultan Summer Shindig Gold Bar Gold Dust Days Index Art Festival The Fronderosa Frolic Return of the Salmon Made possible with grant assistance from the Snohomish Sky Valley Farm Festival Photo by Kelly & Jason Schalo County Hotel-Motel tax fund. Winterfest Celebration

2 Welcome to the Sky Valley!

Located just 45 miles Northeast of Seattle, the Skykomish Valley region boasts many outdoor activities such as kayaking, white water rafting, skiing, hiking, biking, camping, hunting, fishing, and even gold panning to name a few. In recent years the Skykomish River has been recognized as one of the top 5 destination rivers for fishing by national outdoor & sporting magazines. With strong annual Chinook, Coho, Pink and Chum Salmon runs, the rivers can be seen lined with fishermen year round. The Sultan River will come alive with Pink Salmon in the fall of odd number years only. This amazing spectacle of QDWXUHLVEHVWREVHUYHGDW6XOWDQV¶2VSUH\3DUN1RZWKDWWKHVHFUHWLVRXWWKH6N\9DOOH\KDVIDVWEHFRPHDKDYHQIRU fishermen and outdoor adventure seekers from across the region.

The Sky Valley is a friendly area that welcomes all adventure seekers. Nestled in the foothills of the picturesque Cascade 0RXQWDLQ5DQJH\RXFDQILQG\RXURZQSHUVRQDODGYHQWXUH:KHWKHULW¶VURFNFOLPELQJRUH[WUHPHGRZQKLOO%0;RUUHDGLQJ E\WKHILUHZHKDYHZKDW\RXQHHGWRUHFKDUJH\RXUEDWWHU\(VWDEOLVKHGLQWKHODWH¶VWKH6N\9DOOH\KDVDULFKDQGFROor- ful heritage. Logging, mining and agriculture provided the economic and cultural foundation in those early years. Today, we protect the wonderful way of life that our residents have treasured for over one hundred years and welcome new friends. Stop by the Visitor Information Center to learn more about Sky Valley Adventures!

Debbie Copple, Director Sky Valley Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Information Center 360-793-0983 320 Main Street/PO Box 46 Sultan, WA 98294 www.skyvalleychamber.com

Located on the beautiful Skykomish River. Salmon & steelhead fishing for avid fisherfolk. Families enjoy mini-golf, three pools, hot tub & playgrounds.

Only 5-miles from shopping, hiking trails, hot air ballooning, state fairs, and NASCAR racing for a scenic and adventure filled getaway. RV Sites, campsites and cabin rentals available. Visit us at www.RVontheGo.com 3

26702 Ben Howard Road, Monroe, WA 98272 Call for specials 888.870.0393

GROW Washington will host a monthly out- pin up girl contest, parade, motorcycle poker door market. For more information, call run, old fashioned FREE fun for children Carolyn Eslick at (425) 327-2093. including a bike decorating session followed by a bike parade, bouncy house, gunny sack races Skykomish will host an outdoor market on the against the fire fighters and more. 2nd Saturday of each month featuring local arts and crafts. Madelle (360) 677-2135. August 1,2,3-Sky Fest is the ultimate outdoor adventure weekend featuring activities, clinics, The Western Heritage Center is located at the conservation efforts, music and fun for active Evergreen Fairgrounds and offers FREE families. FREE!! admission! They are committed to preserving the stories of the Snohomish River Valley and August 2ȄIndex Arts Festival: Nestled in the sharing our local history without judgment or mountains, sur- bias. (425) 232-3493 rounded by river, trees and awesome July 11, 12, 13ȄSultan Summer Shindig: If natural beauty, you enjoy small town charm & world class fun, experience the then the Sultan Shindig is the beauty of festival for you. This yearly handcrafted arts and event celebrates our rich log- crafts, live music, ging history and includes a car- poetry readings and creative projects or nival, food & crafts and live en- children. (360) 793-4971 indexartsfestival.org. tertainment. There is also a great car show & off road vehi- August 5-National Night Out Against Crime cle display. Come early and save Gold Bar: Sponsored by the town of Gold Bar a spot at the logging contest and local emergency response agencies, this which includes spar pole climb- event features a parade and many activities for ing and ax throwing. The carni- young people, including a bouncy house, and val gates open on Friday eve- numerous games. ning and run through Sunday. August 9 Ȃ Fronderosa Frolic July 19-ǲǦ Gold Bar: festival of rare plants, garden art, ǳǣThe Classes of artifacts, and gardening conversations with 1954, 1964, 1974, 1984, 1994, specialty nurseries from Washington and 2004 will be welcomed back Oregon. Frolic hours are 10AM- with a community picnic. Bring 4PM. www.fancyfronds.com. your own food, or buy lunch from the Skykomish Masonic Lodge. August 16ȄSultan-Monroe Masons 12K for K12 fun run: July 25, 26, 27ȄGold Dust Days, Gold Bar: The Masons are raising money to support their The Gold Dust Days Heritage Festival pays scholarship program. Choose from a 6K or 12K tribute to the rich western history of Gold run. www.12k4k12.org Bar. Experience real gold panning, a civil war encampment, live music, handcrafted only 4 street fair, an amazing car show with a classic

August 16Ȃ ǯ ǡ Skykomish: Bring your classic or street rod for December 6ȄWinterfest, Sultan Ǥ ǯ This craft, business, kids and health fair is the day of amazing cars, conversations, music and official kickoff for Christmas shopping in the food. (360) 677-1237. Sky Valley. Enjoy music all day courtesy of local school and music groups. This is also you op- August 16-Sultan Education Foundation portunity to sponsor a low income child in the Golf Tournament at Blue Boy Golf Course. The ǲ ǳǤ ǯ way to get into the Holiday spirit! 21st Anniversary of supporting Sky Valley students. Four Per- December 6ȄSultan Tree Lighting Festival: son, Best Ball format. Debbie (425) 238-2651.

August 17ȄSultan School District Classmates Reunion: Each year, on the third Sunday in August, the Sultan Classmates host a class reunion. This annual get together is open to anybody who ever went to school in the Sultan School District. Sultan Middle School @ 10AM. Joyce Wolters Join your neighbors for an evening of caroling (360) 793-0524. and live entertainment. Enjoy cocoa and cook- ies as we count down to the lighting of the offi- September 27ȄCelebrate the Return of the cial town tree. Salmon: Join the fun and educational festivities at Osprey Park (Sultan) from 12PMȄ4PM. December 22ȄCommunity Christmas Caroling, Sultan: Everybody is invited to October 4ȄSky Valley Farm Festival spread cheer and holiday spirit in this fun, re- Fern Bluff Road, Sultan: Tour working farms, vived Sky Valley tradition. Singers will meet at take a wagon ride through a cow the Visitors Information Center at 6:30 and field, hang out in the hayloft then head out to sing for our unsuspecting swinging from the rope swing, neighbors. The more the merrier! enjoy cooking demonstrations, horse rides, rop- January 1-The Caroll Cochran Index Peace ing lessons, corn maze and buy Parade The Community of Index comes to- your pumpkin. The fun kicks off gether at the old Fire Hall at 1PM for this an- at 10AM-5PM. nual tradition. Everybody is welcomeȄ (360) 793-0983 costumes, signs and instruments encouraged.

November 27ȄSultan Harvest Community For more info on these and other Thanksgiving Dinner: Nobody eats alone at Sky Valley Events, visit this festive celebration, featuring Santa, games www.skyvalleychamber.com and a mouthwatering Thanksgiving Feast complete with all the trimmings. (360) 793-2400 Or call (360) 793-0983 5

Each year, thousands of thrill seekers pilgrimage to the Sky Valley to enjoy world class river rafting, rock climbing, horseback riding and more. Some Sky Valley Adventure activities & destinations include:

On your Own

x Wild Sky Wilderness area: Included in this national treasure is beautiful forestry which has been set aside as a protected wilderness area for future generations to en- Photo courtesy of Outdoor Adventures, Index, Washington joy. Together with the Mt. Baker- Snoqualmie National Forest there are over 1.7 million acres for those who like to hike, bird watch, fish, hunt and camp.

x Reiter Foothills Recreation Area: This area caters to motorcyclists, ATV enthusiasts, BMX & Mountain Bikers.

x The Index Wall: Rock climbers from far and wide travel to climb the amazing Index Town Wall, which feature a group of steep granite cliffs. The Wall features several beautiful cracks and a surprising number of Photo Courtesy of Mark Klein, Espresso Chalet face climbs, with hidden edges and inter- esting knobs.

x Hike for a day or escape for a month or more along the Pacific Crest Trail, which runs from Canada to Mexico. There are hundreds of gorgeous trails to choose from in the Sky Valley. Wallace Falls, Bridal Veil Falls and the Iron Goat are some of our more popular hiking destinations.

x Bird Watching: Eagles, Owls, Geese, Swifts and more put on a show and will help any ǲǳ PNW birding list. 6 Photo Courtesy of Kristin Kosiewicz

Guided Tours Lodging & Dining

The Sky Valley is home to numerous highly ac- Take off your coat and stay a while. Sky Valley visitors claimed guide outfits. These businesses look for- have numerous hotels, motels, rental cabins to choose ward working with you to plan your perfect ad- from. For dinner, visit one of our many locally owned venture, based on your individual skill, time allo- and operated restaurants. cation and budget. x Cabin Rentals: Wake up to sweeping mountain Pack your bags and leave the rest to us. If your views and fish from your private deck. Stay for the idea of a good time involves drifting down a lazy night, or reserve one of our many rustic cabins for river or riding a gentle horse through our pristine a week or more. wilderness, we have a guided tour for you. x Sky Valley is home to historic hotels, who pay tribute to the dedicated railway workers and trail x If you prefer life in in the fast lane, we have blazing adventure seekers of yesteryear. guides who will escort you down our raging class 5 rapids near Index. x Dine in or get it to go: Sky Valley can meet all of your needs for breakfast, lunch and dinner. x Horse Country: Let the horses do the leg work. Trained wranglers will guide you through our pristine wilderness atop a horse matched in skill and temperament to each rider. Enjoy moonlit rides, or go by day and enjoy breathtaking views around every corner. x Back Country: Sky Valley features some of the best cross country skiing in the world. We have guides who will escort you into the deep wilderness, in a massive snowmobile, so you can lay first tracks on our most remote trails.

7 Stevens Pass Greenway Connecting people to rivers, rails & trails

The mission of this group is to: i Encourage cohesive development along the SPG corridor; i Enhance the outdoor recreation experience for our neighbors and travelers; i Encourage a connection to the SPG communities and the natural environment: i Celebrate the culture and history of the SPG Corridor; i Promote safety and comfort for travelers; i Increase recreational access to the Skykomish River; i Increase opportunities to view and connect with the BNSF Railway and other interests Dr. Lisa Brennan Dr. Brandy Lipscomb specific to the SPG Corridor.

Come experience all that Naturopathic healthcare has to offer. We have options for you and Stevens Pass \RXUIDPLO\·VFRPSOHWHZHOOQHVVLQFOXGLQJ Greenway primary care, food allergy testing, women and pediatric wellness and chronic disease 425-293-1937 management. We also offer a revolutionary treatment of chronic and acute pain with Scenar technology. Scenar Therapy has been shown to greatly improve a wide range of conditions. Chances are that what ails you can be treated or greatly improved by Scenar Therapy.

We participate with a variety of insurance plans and are always available to answer your questions. Come visit us to get started on the road to total wellness.

33405 U.S. Highway 2 Too much good stuff? Sultan, WA 98294 We can help! (360) 793-0206 i Low Low Rates i 24 Hour Access Kristen Kosiewicz i 2 Convenient Locations i On Site Manager i 8 Sizes to Choose From

(360) 793-0376 8

9 Time To Shindig! July 11, 12, 13 The Sky Valley Chamber of Commerce tention to River Park where you can grab a bite welcomes you to the 31st Annual Sultan Sum- to eat and listen to live music. mer Shindig. This fun tradition is brought to you Be sure to catch the logging contest pre- by an enthusiastic staff of volunteers, with sup- liminaries, which begin at 1pm and usually run port from the Great City of Sultan and our gen- till around 4pm. Our Logging Show is fast paced eral sponsors: Republic Services, SDC Concrete, and exciting. We attract competitors from all Sultan McDonalds, Werner Paddles, Sultan Den- around the state. Come cheer them on as they tal Center, Sultan Mini Storage, Pacific North- compete in tests, including speed climbing up west ConstruXion, Summit Rehabilitation, Sultan the tall Spar Poles, ax throwing, and a nail biting Ace Hardware, Coastal Community Bank, & The obstacle course that will have everybody on the Sultan Chiropractic & Massage Center. edge of their seat. New this year: Cross Cut Saw- Our Shindig is the quintessential small ing events! town event, featuring world-class fun. Families Kids of all ages will enjoy the Carnival, and individuals of all ages will enjoy the street which goes from 11am to 11pm. Discounted fair, carnival, business fair, car show, parade, live day passes (unlimited rides for one day) are music and entertainment and the most exciting available for purchase prior to July 11th for Logging Show in the PNW. There is something $20 at local distributors (see the list). for everybody at the Sultan Summer Shindig! The highlight of the Shindig is the Satur- The festival kicks off on Friday, July 11 day night show at the Gazebo. The fun kicks off with live music, the Davis Shows Carnival, Street with the hugely popular Lip Sync Encore per- Fair and Friday Fun Car show. formance. These hilarious and talented groups Saturday opens with the kiddy parade, competed in front of a standing room only which is open to all youngsters. There is no reg- crowd this April. The winning acts will perform istration required, but coming in costume is Ǥǲ greatly encouraged. The theme this year is ǳǤ ǲ ǳǤ The Grand Parade grand finale of the evening is the Fire Works ǯ show, sponsored by Republic Services. the award winning Sultan High School Marching Start your Sunday with a little inspira- Band. The Parade will be led by our Grand Mar- tion! The Sky Valley Ministerial Association shals, The Day Family, who are being honored hosts a non-denominational community church for their stellar volunteer service to the Valley. service at the Pavilion in River Park at 10 AM. The Classic Car show lines up immedi- ǯ ǡǡ ately following the parade at its new location, fun. The logging contest finals begin at 1pm in East End of Main Street, hitch a ride on one of River Park at the Spar Poles. There will be the FREE hay wagons!. Stroll Main Street to your something for everybody at the Sultan Summer ǯ ShindigȄǯǨ dream machines on display. Then turn your at-

Get your discounted Shindig Carnival Tickets at: i Sky Valley Visitors Center i Sultan Liquor & Convenience i Coastal Community Bank i The Coffee Corral i Sultan City Hall i Sahara Pizza i The Loggers Inn i Mt. View Diner in Gold Bar 10 Discounted tickets are only $20 for an all day pass! Must be purchased before July 11th.

The Day Family Grand Marshals Sultan Shindig Parade The Shindig committee is proud to announce that Aaron and Cathy Day, along with their family, will be honored as the Sultan Shindig Grand Marshals. They moved to the Sky Valley 17 years ago to pursue their calling in the ministry. Their entire family is being recognized for their contributions to the community and the wonderful example they set for others. 7KHILUVWWKLQJ\RXQRWLFHZKHQ\RX¶UH around them is how happy, respectful and polite mission trip with other members of their church they are, always thinking of others. Their family family. Cathy works year round raising money to currently consists of 7 daughters, 4 sons, one help impoverished women in Haiti learn skills that daughter in law, one son in law and two grandchil- will help them build a better life for themselves dren. and their families. Their charitable works are not When asked why they chose the Sky Valley confined to just Christian organizations, they serve DVWKHLUKRPH$DURQUHSOLHG³Honestly, we chose where ever they can. to move to Monroe and then Sultan because we felt the leading of GOD to be a part of helping people The Shindig committee is proud to recognize these know the love of JESUS and to know that they are valuable members of the Sky Valley Family. precious to HIM. We believe that the best way to do so is to be deeply committed to a good church as well as the community at large. We love Sultan and believe that it is a wonderful place to live and serve. It is by GOD's grace that we can help make a difference and we are all honored to do so. In the Bible JESUS says, "Let your light so shine that people may see your good deeds and praise your FATHER in Heaven."-0DWWKHZ´ Chamber Director Debbie Copple com- PHQWHG³:KDW,UHDOO\DSSUHFLDWHDERXW$DURQDQG Cathy is the way they actually live their faith every day. They are exactly the same whether they are at church or helping at a community event. Always thinking of others and willing to help with what- HYHUQHHGVGRLQJ´7KH\YROXQWHHULQFODVVURRPVDW Sultan Elementary, Aaron helps coach football at Sultan High, they chaperone events, pick up gar- bage around town, help with the Fish & Loaves community dinner once a month, plus lots of vol- unteering at the church and events all around the Sky Valley and the world. Sometimes you have to be reminded how very fortunate we are to live here in the Sky Val- SHOW THIS AD & RECEIVE 1 FREE ROOT BEER ley. As a family they sponsor a child in Haiti and FLOAT FROM THE MOUNTAIN VIEW DINER one in Guatemala for schooling and food. Once a WITH THE PURCHASE OF A MEAL DURING THE year someone in their family goes to Haiti on a SULTAN SHINDIG OR GOLD DUST DAYS 11

Festival Highlights Main Stage Entertainment Friday Friday 4:00-4:45 PM TBD 3PM³11PM Carnival Opens! 5:00-6:00 PM Shimmylicious Belly Dancers 4PM Street Fair Opens! 6:30-9:00 PM The Shortcutz 6PM Car Show 9:30-11:00 PM 3ROO\2·.HDU\ 5K\WKP0HWKRG Saturday Saturday 10:00 AM Street Fair Opens! 1:30-2:30 PM Steve Kellys Cascade Range 10:00 AM Jr. Parade for Kids 2:45³3:45PM YMCA Zumba Party!!! 10:30 AM Grand Parade 4:00 ²5:00 PM -RVK0RVHU·V&RYHU%DQG 11:00 AM Carnival Opens! 5:30-6:30 PM SHS Show Choir 11:30 AM Car Show Immediately Following Parade 7:00-8:00 PM Best of Lip Sync 1:00 PM Logging Contest 8:30-11:00 PM Free Rain Sunday Sunday HOME TOWN HERO DAY! 10:00 AM Street Fair Opens! 10:00 AM Community Church Service 11:00 PM Carnival! 12:30³1:30 PM Salina Dance Academy 1:00 PM Logging Finals 1:45-2:45 PM Miss Gold Dust Days Performance 3:00³4:00 PM Dakota Neuman: Young Cuontry Steve Kelly Cascade Range Band & The West Coast Country Heat Dancers Saturday at 1:30 PM Steve Kelly has been performing at fairs, casinos and festivals for over 20 years, playing country hits from the past and present. He will be joined by special guests (and crowd favorite), The West Coast Country Heat Dancers.

12 The Dream of the Nineties Shimmylicious: Belly Dancers Saturday @ 4:00 PM Friday @ 5:00 PM

Shindig Main Stage Music Highlights The Shortcutz Friday Night @ 6:30 PM Playing everything from classic rock to modern rock covers with a bit of a funk groove and few surprises thrown in this is one of the hardest working bands in the Puget Sound area. Raw and high energy with a groove to keep you dancing we cover everything from Johnny Cash to Queen to Nine Inch Nails to Audioslave. Featuring: Terryn Bunnell: Guitar & Lead & Backing Vocals Ted Pickett: Bass & Lead & Backing vocals David Chesterman: Drums & Backing vocals 3ROO\2¶.HDU\ 7KH5K\WKP0HWKRG But when Polly and her drummer and partner Friday Night @ 9:30 PM Tommy Cook got a chance to take rhythm section duties for northwest legend Too Slim and the Taildraggers, the Polly O'Keary, has had a long career in blues two toured internationally, covering a great deal of the and brings 25 years of experience to the stage. She be- United States and Canada, as well as Europe, the Middle gan playing music in bars in Mexico at 16. After an East and Africa. early rock career, that included a record deal and a large After four years Polly O'Keary has once again following, she fell in love with blues at 28. She put to- formed her own trio, gether a band that quickly caught the attention of Pacific Polly O'Keary and Northwest blues fans, playing top venues and festivals the Rhythm Method, and winning many awards. and is back bringing She was first named Washington Blues Society catchy songwriting, Female Vocalist of the Year in 2004, and has won it her scorching vocals twice more since then, as well as many other awards and and righteous bass to nominations. stages in the United Her first and second albums were well-reviewed, and States and Canada. the second was named Album of the Year by the WBS, and Polly was named Songwriter of the Year. Free Rain Saturday Night @ 8:30 PM

Free Rain has been performing professionally in the Western Washington area for over 15 years. Every member is a seasoned musician with many years of professional experience performing for wedding parties and other private events, corporate events, festivals, and nightclubs. Free Rain plays fun, high-energy rock music that is in- stantly recognizable, infectiously danceable, and sure to get your event rockin' and keep it rockin' long into the night. We enjoy interacting with our audience - it's not uncommon to see audience members celebrating with us onstage, and band members performing among the audience! Free Rain is a 100% live entertainment experience. We don't use sequencers, backing tracks, or any of the "computerized" stuff used by so many bands these days. Free Rain is the real thing! Every performance is unique, spontaneous, emotional, and exciting!

Sultan Location Logging Contest Saturday & Sunday @ 1:00 PM River Park by the Spar Poles

ǯǡǦ ǡǡǤ ǯ ǯ next to the Sultan River.

Events include:

i Spar Pole Climbing i Speed Climbing i Ax Throwing i Wrapper Throw i ǯ i Power Saw Buck i ǯ i Firewood Chopping i Obstacle Pole Buck i Obstacle Course i Hot Saw Events i Handsaw bucking

Committee: Tony Beedle, Frank Linth, Rob Keck, Roger Knowlton, Debbie Copple, Denny Huff, Don Jones , Bill Pellham, Don Teter & Nancy Jo Roesler Thank you, Logging Show Sponsors!

ǯǡ Company, City of Sultan, Coastal Community Bank, DeJong Sawdust & Shavings, Dolly Pelroy Boucher & Bob Lawson, Dunlap Industrial, George Anderson Logging, Hardware, Evergreen State Fairgrounds, Heavy Duty Transaxle, Inc., Greencrow, Les ǡǯ ǡ Pacific Northwest ConstruXion, Inc., Roesler Timber Co., RPM Transport, Snohomish County Fire Dist. #5, Seattle-Snohomish Mill, Sultan Sportsmen's Club, Whitt Logging Co.,

Woods Logging Supply Inc 14 Roy Sartaine Sultan Shindig 2014 Logging Grand Marshal

Roy started worked with about 40 different cutters, includ- working with his father, LQJP\VRQ/DQFHIRU\HDUV´ Fred, when he was just a kid in 1952. His dad ran Roy is very much a family man. November 30, a horse logging team. 1962 was the day he married Marlyn. She worked 5R\¶VMREZDVWRVWD\RQ along side of him during the days when he was the landing and unhook working weekends for Fitzhume, in addition to the horses from the log. helping with the logging company they also ran Each team of horses the Sultan Minute Mart from 1975 to 1983. would work two hours 7KH\GRQ¶WUHDOO\WDONDERXWDOOWKHKDUG and then the second work, instead they talk about their son Lance, WHDPZRXOGWDNHWKHLUWXUQ5R\¶VMREZDVWRPDNH daughter Susan, the grandkids, the baby animals sure the horses were watered and fed. they rescued, helping with the Mt. St. Helens clean In July of 1959 Roy joined the U.S. Navy XSDQGDOOWKHIXQWKH\¶YHKDGWRJHWKHU/LNH5R\ where he served until July 1963. VD\V³7KH\¶YHKDGDJRRGUXQ´ With his service to his country complete, ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Roy returned to Washington to become a logger. He went to work for Clevenger Logging of Sultan at the Skykomish Fourth of July Creek site as a rigging slinger. He worked for Clevenger in Port Angeles for about six months then moved to Gold Bar in 1964. He worked for several other logging outfits, including: Novak and Don Mercer Compa- nies, eventually settling down at Hawkins & Haw- kins of Snohomish as a hook tender. Roy recalls his start in the Sky Valley:

³,Q,IRXQGRXWWKDW\RXFRXOGPDNH a lot better money falling timber . So I worked weekends for LaVerne Fitzhume falling trees. Then I formed L,R & S Cutting Contractors, my first contract was with Fitzhume. When I decided to form my own company, I went to the Sultan Saw Shop to see what it was going to take to get started. Sam Wold, lined me up with everything I needed and told me to pay him when I got started cutting. He GLGQ¶WNQRZPHIURP$GDP,SDLGHYHU\GLPH back! The first week falling trees, I fell more with my axe because I kept getting my saw stuck. I figured it out and the rest is history! I worked as a contracted timber cutter for 38 years. I always thought there was nothing prettier than a stump. During my career I 15

$IWHU\HDUVLW¶VWLPHWRVKDNHWKLQJVXS The Shindig Car Show is ready to grow! The Friday Fun Night will stay at the old location on 4th & Main.

Friday Night i 6:00 PM: Sign up & Line up! i 6:30 PM: Best Flames i 6:45 PM: Best Interior i 7:00 PM: Best Engine Compartment i 7:15 PM: Loudest Pipes i 7:30 PM: Loudest Stereo

Saturday 10-4PM: Parade Raffle Awards

On Saturday after the Parade, the car show set up DWLW¶VQHZORFDWLRQDWHDVWHQGRI0DLQ6WUHHWE\ the Dutch Cup Motel.

Hay Wagons will ferry guests from the Shindig to the Car Show.

16 Sultan Shindig Children's Parade Saturday, July 12, 2014 @ 10AM 7KH6XOWDQ6KLQGLJ&KLOGUHQ¶V3DUDGHLVD 7KHWKHPHIRUWKLV\HDULV³)DOOLQORYHZLWK fun Sky Valley tradition. This year, community vol- 5HDGLQJ´.LGVDUHHQFRXUDJHGWRFRPHGUHVVHGXS unteer and Girl Scout Troop leader Mary Black is as their favorite book character. chairing the event. The Chamber of Commerce is Kids who would like to participate are asked grateful for her efforts. to meet at the intersection of 8th & Main in time to All kids are invited to participate. The Chil- march with the group at 10AM. GUHQ¶V3DUDGHJLYHVNLGVDQRSSRUWXQLW\WRPDUFK Please contact the Sky Valley Chamber of down Main Street while waving to family and Commerce with any questions @ (360) 793-0983 friends. The kiddy parade gives our Shindig crowd a sweet show while we wait for the Grand Parade, which starts at 10:30AM. $79¶V:HOFRPH

6XOWDQLVWKHILUVW³:KHHOHG$OO7HUUDLQ9HKLFOH´IULHQGO\FLW\LQ Snohomish County. To celebrate we will be hosting a WATV show & shine at the Shindig.

Bring your quad, dirt bike or 4 X 4 to the show. Win fun prizes, hang out with other outdoor enthusiast and help educate the public about this great sport!

Experts will be on hand to explain the new laws and to promote the ³5LGHU5LGH5LJKW´UXOHVRIUHVSRQVLEOHIXQ

May³September 10AM-4PM 1st Saturday of the Month

Located at GROW WASHINGTON 923 Main Street, Sultan

Booth info: (360) 789-2146 [email protected]

Sponsored by: 17 Sky Valley Chamber of Commerce

Think Outside the Box and Inside the Valley for all your Shopping! The Sky Valley list of businesses to choose from make shopping Chamber of Commerce is easy and fun! This program is another way the Sky proud to represent a diverse Valley Chamber is working to promote area busi- and talented group of Busi- nesses. Each certificate will be reimbursed at the nesses. full face value. We are pleased to ,I\RX¶GOLNHWRSXUFKDVH&KDPEHUEXFNV RIIHU³&KDPEHU%XFNV´ certificates stop by the VIC to pick them up. You which are Gift Certificates may buy them in any amount you want. They that may be used at all Chamber businesses. ZRXOGPDNHJUHDWJLIWVIRUWKRVHµKDUGWREX\IRU¶ &KDPEHUGLUHFWRU'HEELH&RSSOHVD\V³(YHU\RQH folks in your life or great employee gifts. talks about the importance of buying local, sup- The Chamber sells Chamber Bucks gift SRUWLQJWKHORFDOFRPPXQLW\DQGWKH\¶UHFRUUHFW,W certificates all year round as a way to continually is LPSRUWDQW:H¶YHPDGHLWHDV\WRSXW\RXUJRRG promote shopping locally and our wonderful mem- intentions into action and provide your loved ones bers. We look forward to adding other area busi- ZLWKORFDOJLIWVDQGVHUYLFHVWKH\FDQDFWXDOO\XVH´ nesses to this amazing list! Chamber Bucks gift certificates may be Chamber Bucks are a thoughtful present purchased in any denomination from $5.00 on up. and a promise to support the Sky Valley. Each certificate comes with a Chamber Member Buy Local²Stay Strong! 18

´$VNVRPHRQHDERXWXVµ Lube, Oil, Filter Changes * Engines & Transmissions * Suspension & Front End Repair * Tune Ups * Brakes * Electrical * Air Conditioning

Ryan McConnell Jeff & Amy Cofer Shuttle Service Available Service Manager Family Owned 1120 E. Stevens Ave. (Next to Park & Ride on HWY 2) Open Monday - Friday 8AM - 5PM.

Approved 2Yr/24K Warranty

Specializing in the sale of all types of firearms and ammo. We also do FFL transfers ($25 for long guns and $35 for hand guns).

19 A Cabin On The Sky Sky Valley Insurance-

A Woman's Touch Painting Skykomish Historical Society Action Pages Snohomish County Cattle- Alderfeaf Wilderness Col- men's Association lege SnoCounty Fire District #5 Alexander's Metals Recy- Snohomish Energy Services cling Sno-Isle Regional Libraires All Real Estate LLC Stan Probst Auctioneer American Light Studio Startup Water District Andrea's Hair Salon Stevens Pass Greenway Angels Among Us Groom- ing Stevens Pass Mountain Re- sort Aquarian Tabernacle Church Stocking's Garden & Nursery Stone Security Services Bank of America-Home H3 Horses Healing Heroes Mysty Mountain Properties, Loan Harmsen & Associates, Inc. LLC Sultan Ace Hardware Barlow Construction Co. North Cascades Nursery Sultan Chiropractic & Mas- Hometown Value Coupon Barn In The USA, LLC Northwest Creations, LLC sage Center Magazine Old School BBQ Ben Franklin Crafts & Sultan Community Methodist Frames Ileana M.Rodriguez Olson-Tech Computers Church Big Dog's Index Art Festival Outdoor Adventures Sultan Dental Center Pacific Northwest ConstruXion, Blue Boy West Golf Course Indigo Dog Design Sultan Edu. Foundation Inc. Sultan Insurance Friends of Sultan Scouting Ixtapa Mexican Restaurant Pasado's Safe Haven Boy Scouts of America Sultan Liquor & Convenience JB Fitness Pharm A Save Monroe Troop 52 Sultan Mini Storage Bubba's Roadhouse Inc. JD Slicks Bar & Eatery Pine Creek Farms & Nursery Sultan Montessori School Cascade Loop Association Jelinek Monuments Premier Polaris Sultan Pharmacy & Natural Cascadia Inn, Café & Prospectors Plus, LLC Kathleen's Day Spa Care Lounge R Heritage Farm Sultan Red Apple Market Kito Inc. Cassy's Coffee Company Reptile Zoo Sultan School District #311 Castle Insurance Associ- Kool Change Printing Republic Services Sultan/Sky Valley Lion's Club ates LLC La Hacienda Rico's Pizza Sultan Veterinary Clinic, City of Sultan River Dream Team Sultan-Monroe Masonic Coastal Community Bank Lake Bronson Family Nud- Lodge #160 Costco Wholesale ist Park River Dream Team-Isagenix Summit Rehabilitation, LLC Country Financial Life Mountain Blueberries River's Edge Mountain Chalet Tee Shirts of Nevada Insurance Rosemont Awards Linth Realty The Michol Phillips Agency Crosswater Community Russ Tax & Accounting American Family Insurance Church Logger's Inn Sahara Pizza The Red Door D & J Industries Repur- Lowe's Co. Inc. Selling Snohomish Real Estate posed Stone Thunderbird Resort Lucky Strike Guide Service Team David Munson & Associ- Sky Cabins Titan Electric McDaniel's RV Park ates LLC Sky River Natural Health Cen- Tupperware Dealer Den-Tri Co. Monroe Chamber of ter Valley General Hospital Commerce Sultan McDonalds Sky Valley Automotive Valley General Hospital Foun- Dutch Cup Motel dation Monroe Monitor & Valley Sky Valley Community Out- E & T After Hour Repair Vernon Publications News reach East Teak Fine Hardwood, Monroe Parts House/NAPA Sky Valley Cooperative Pre- Vick's Burger Shack Inc school Wagley Creek Automotive Mountainside Storage Ed's Apples & Event Barn Sky Valley Eagles #4149 Wallace River RV & Mobile Edward Jones Investments Mountainview Christian Aerie & Auxilliary Home Park Edward Jones Investments Fellowship Sky Valley Excavation & Rock- Werner Paddles eries, Inc. Elmer's Express Delivery Mt. View Chevron Western Heritage Center LLC Sky Valley Family Medicine Wild Birds Unlimited 20 Espresso Chalet Murray Gudmundson Jr Wolf Pack Canning Everett Community College Construction, Inc. Sky Valley Historical Society Zeke's Drive In

All Aboard the Great Northern & Cascade Railroad! The new Great Northern & Cascade Rail- pletely road is rolling down the tracks in hopes making restored to its former glory and is the next big happy memories for families from far and wide. project for the industrious train enthusiasts of the The one-eighth scale railroad runs on a half- Sky Valley. mile-long loop around the old railroad yard in Skykomish. Riders straddle mini cars while a surprisingly powerful electric engine pulls them past the restored Skykomish Rail Station and through tunnels and other features meant to represent the original route over Stevens Pass. City Council member Kevin Weiderstrom and his band of volunteers spent many hours building the rail bed and laying track for the project. Lo- cal companies donated landscaping materials and other features and now the train is ready to pull out of the station for its first free rides for the public. The historic depot has been placed back in The free train will run on weekends all summer! its rightful place, right in the middle of the GN&CR rail line! The depot is in the process of being com- 21 Side Trip Itineraries along the Stevens Pass Greenway Sky Valley adventures can take many forms. Monroe to Sultan via Ben Howard Rd Visitors from all around the world enjoy trail riding, Veer off the beaten path from Monroe to shooting the rapids, climbing shear granite cliffs or Sultan along the Ben Howard Road. On that wind- simply enjoying the cool beauty of a waterfall ing little river road you could stop by Thunderbird spray. These treasure are the secrets of the Valley. Leisure Time Resort for some R & R after spending We are pleased to share our Sky Valley secrets and a day fishing the Skykomish River. The Skykomish adventures with you. is said to be one of the top four steelhead rivers in For those of you who are into the world. VFHQLFGULYLQJWULSV\RX¶YH Or plan a trip to the Alderleaf Wilderness stumbled upon one of the fed- College where you can learn wilderness survival erally recognized scenic by- skills, animal tracking, how to forage for food, and ways in Washington State. how to create an emergency shelter. They also have The Stevens Pass Greenway is classes in permaculture, magical with many little side which is gardening with trips that create a one of a kind journey for you and QDWXUH,W¶VDIDVFLQDWLQJ your family. study! Or skip on down the The Sky Valley is full of roads designed to road a little to go on a trail help you have a good time, not necessarily to make ride with SonRise Stables. good time. Get off the beaten path and truly experience one of the most beautiful areas in Washington State. Sultan to Startup via Basin Rd to The following Mini Trips are designed to JLYH\RXD³MXPSLQJRIISRLQW´WRFUHDWH\RXURZQ Kellogg Lake Rd Sky Valley Adventures. Turn left off of Highway 2 onto the Sultan Basin Road in East Sultan to begin the trek into one Monroe to Sultan via Old Owen Rd of the most popular mushroom hunting spots around. We suggest the first stop along your Sky Continue on up the Valley Adventure be at the Evergreen State Fair- road to Spada Lake and grounds & Western Heritage Museum. There Fair- the Henry M. Jackson grounds host various events and the Heritage Mu- Hydroelectric Project. seum is a fun-FREE educational opportunity for The Jackson Project is folks of all ages. Racecar buffs will want to check available for tours by out the Evergreen Speedway! calling 425-783-8668. Head east up the Old Owen Road to play Spada Lake provides golf at the picturesque 9 hole Blue Boy West Golf the drinking water for about 80% of Snohomish Course. Or, go up the hill a &RXQW\¶VSRSXODWLRQ OLWWOHIXUWKHUWR3DVDGR¶V6DIH Besides providing pristine drinking water it Haven where you can tour one also provides great recreational opportunities in- of the most loving shelters for cluding amazing kayaking and fishing. Contact DEXVHGDQLPDOV\RX¶OOHYHU Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife for spe- experience. cial fishing regulations on the lake. Continue on to Sultan, :KHQ\RX¶UHGRQHSOD\LQJDWWKH/DNHFRQ where you can find lodging or enjoy a meal at one tinue on to the Kellogg Lake Rd and back to High- of the many area restaurants or bakeries. Get a great way 2 at Startup. 22 cup of coffee or a gourmet chocolate. Gold Bar to Index via 1RUWKHUQ5DLOURDGDQGGHWDLOVDOORIPDQ¶VDWWHPSWV First Street²May Creek at beating back nature. Enter Gold Bar on First Street off of High- Nature won every time so they finally gave way 2. Follow the signs up and just put a nine mile tunnel through the Cas- to Wallace Falls State cade Mountains to avoid the problems they kept Park. Wallace Falls is one encountering along that section of the mountain. of the best loved hikes in Even today, this site is still home of the worst train Western Washington for accident in US history year round hiking. (The Wellington Disas- Wallace Falls offers a ter). hiking experience for all A short back track fitness levels. along Highway 2 will take :KHQ\RX¶UHGRQH you to one of the most at Wallace Falls, turn left amazing locations along onto May Creek Rd and continue until you come to the route, Deception Falls. the Old Index Road. Go left on the Old Index Road. This gem is an easy hike located immediately off This beautiful road is great for bicycling or motor- Highway 2. cycles.

FRIDAY, JULY 25

4-6PM: Bicycle Decorating- FREE & fun for all kids! 4PM: Street FairͶFeaturing mostly handcrafted & one-of-a-kind items. Great opportunity to get a head start on your Christmas shopping! Find unique gifts for all occasions. 5PM: Miss Gold Dust Days PageantͶThis event will take place in the gym. Enjoy the style show, dancing and skits as the girls compete for the crown. These young women compete on written work, interviews and a talent performance. 5PM: Gold Dust Days Variety Show. Join hosts George & Gloria Bornkamp for an evening of great music and talent! The show will feature the talents of the Village Voices and a variety of other ůŽĐĂůƚĂůĞŶƚ͘DƵƐŝĐǁŝůůŝŶĐůƵĚĞ:Ăǌǌ͕WƌĂŝƐĞŵƵƐŝĐ͕ŽƵŶƚƌǇ͕ϭϵϰϬ͛ƐĂŶĚZŽĐŬΘZŽůů͊ 6PM: Peddle ParadeͶDecorated bikes will parade around the school. The kids love it!

Saturday & Sunday ALL DAY Activities include: @ Park on HWY 2: Hay Wagon Rides Civil War Encampment Gold Prospecting @ GBE School: Pony Rides, Face Painting, Art Wall, Sack Races, FD Smoke House, Bouncy House, Games & more! Saturday, July 26

8AM: Pancake BreakfastͶHosted by the FVW. $5 Suggested Donation. 10AM: Grand paradeͶFeaturing Grand Marshals William & Kelly Clifton-Purdy 10AM: Street FairͶFeaturing mostly handcrafted & one-of-a-kind items. Great opportunity to get a head start on your Christmas shopping! Find unique gifts for all occasions. 10AM-3PM: Classic & Street Rod Car Show hosted by the Rat Bastards Car Club 11AM Dakota NewmanͶYoung Country Noon: Sheryl Wiser & Pete AlberͶSoulful & Roots Rocking Americana! 1PM: Sunday Speedtrap: Alternative Country Folk Rock! 1PM: Valve Cover Races at the Car Show 2PM: Water Ball Contest featuring our local fire departments! 2PM: ϭϵϱϬ͛Ɛ^ƚǇůĞWŝŶƵƉŽŶƚĞƐƚat the Car Show 3PM: Sam InmanͶFolk music with a Gospel flair 4:30: DawsonͶLocal 17 year old singer /song writer 6PM: BluweevilsͶDŝǆŽĨƌŽĐŬĂŶĚƌŽůůĨƌŽŵƚŚĞϲϬ͛Ɛ͕ϳϬ͛ƐΘϴϬ͛ƐǁŝƚŚĂƚĂƐƚĞŽĨƚŚĞďůƵĞƐŵŝǆĞĚŝŶ͊

SUNDAY JULY 27

10AM-3PM: Street FairͶFeaturing handcrafted arts and crafts 10AM: Community Church ServiceͶEveryone welcome! Non-denominational service 12-3PM: Convergence Zone -Bluegrass!

Please visit the Sky Valley Chamber of Commerce Info Booth or call (360) 793-0983 to join the 25GDD dĞĂŵ͘tĞ͛ƌĞĂůǁĂǇƐůŽŽŬŝŶŐĨŽƌŶĞǁŝĚĞĂƐ͕ĂĨƌĞƐŚƉĞƌƐƉĞĐƚŝǀĞĂŶĚƐƚƌŽŶŐŵƵƐĐůĞƐ͊ William Purdy & Kelly Clifton Purdy Gold Dust Days Grand Parade Marshals

Gold Dust Days is proud to honor Kelly & William Purdy-Clifton as the Grand Parade Marshals for this years GDD Celebration for their tremendous volunteer efforts throughout the Sky Valley. Kelly & William have founded and/or are very involved with numerous Sky Valley chari- ties and advocate groups, including: i Sky Valley Angels i Operation Full Bellies i Sky Valley Food rescue i Sky Valley Ministry Support i The Volunteers of America i The Sultan Food Bank

Through their ministry support program, they and that she is inspired by the strong sense of also volunteer with : community shown by those affected. ǲ i The Rock Church carry bags through the slide for others who can't i Provide Hope make it down, saying they don't want to take 2 of i Mountain View Christian something as someone else up there probably i Mountain Valley Chapel Ǥǳ ǡ ǲ i Crosswater Community Church have HUNDREDS of stories like this. Everyday is i Cederwood International a story like this. Ǥǳ i Skykomish Food Harvest Kelly & William are often joined by their children who often work alongside them. They Their motivation to serve is first and foremost a ǡǲǦ calling from God. Also, as the previous VOA direc- Ǥǳ ǡǲ ǡ Kelly and William hope that others may Ǥǳ read their story and be motivated to help others. Lately they have been bringing food and They are looking for drivers, people willing to supplies to residents stranded by the slide in In- hold a food drive & cash donations (which can dex. Kelly says they have been met with gratitude be made online at www.svcoutreach.org). Gold Dust Days Royalty Pageant

Sky Valley girls aged 2-18 years old are invited to participate in this fun tradition, including; x Interviews x Optional (theme & talent) x PJ Party

Registration is $30 per contestant For more information, please contact: Patty & Katelyn Baller (425) 238-0289 26

August 16, 2014 Blue Boy Golf Course, Sultan

Four-Person Best Ball $10,000 for a hole-in-one!

(360) 793-0983

Visit the beautiful, historic & newly renovated town of Skykomish on the 2nd Saturday of the month for a lovely market featuring arts & crafts.

(360) 677-2135 27

Index Arts Festival: Connect with nature. Connect with local art. Connect with community. Saturday, August 2, 2014 Spread a blanket and enjoy listening to live cade Mountains and bordered by the crystalline music against the stunning backdrop of Mount In- North fork of the Skykomish River. For long time dex in the Cascade Mountains. Stroll among the art- residents and repeat visitors, this is truly sacred LVWV¶ERRWKVIRUDVSHFLDOSLHFHRIDUWWRWDNHKRPH± ground and we hope to share it with you during the painting, sculpture, jewelry, pottery, garden art, tex- community celebration of the Index Arts Festival on tiles, and much more. Be sure to meet and view August 2nd. works by visual artists, Patrick Woods and Dean Heads up: Alcoholic beverages are not permitted in Shepard, silversmith, Karin Martin, plus the 30+ Doolittle Park. Pets must be on a leash. other amazing artists who will showcase their work. Artists and vendors please contact Enjoy local poetry readings and open mic; [email protected]. Booth application bring your own poetry and become a living part of deadline is June 30th. the Index experience. Information: Please visit www.indexartsfestival.org High quality meals and food items on sale or contact 360-793-4971 from local restaurants and chefs. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free options are available. Live music from 10AM to 10PM, featuring local artist Rib Horst and band along with a dozen or so other musicians and bands that will contribute to the day, all of which are sure to please (bring your dancing shoes!). Music is brought to the event by Paradise Sound, a world-class sound engineering studio right here in Index. Grab a cold beer or other beverage from the Outdoor Ad- YHQWXUHV¶³5LYHU+RXVH´DGMD FHQWWRWKHSDUNDQGZKLOH\RX¶UH at it, book a thrilling, guided kayak or rafting trip, tailored for any level of experience. &KLOGUHQ¶VDUWDFWLYLWLHV that will engage and inspire (much more so than their iPad!). Admission and parking is free. All you need to do is show up and relax with your family and friends. Index, WA, is located 23 miles East of Monroe along Highway 2 (60 miles Northeast of downtown Seattle). Index is a small mountain valley town sur- rounded by the beautiful Cas- 28 Fronderosa Frolic August 9, 2014 from 10am-4pm HOSTED BY FANCY FRONDS 40830 172nd Street SE, Gold Bar, WA Details www.fancyfronds.com or (360) 793-1472 The Fancy Fronds open house is a festival Specialty nurseries are rapidly of rare plants, garden art, artifacts, and scintillating disappearing due to the aggressive marketing done botanical conversations with some of the North- by the large wholesale growers. Many of the new ZHVW¶VSUHPLHUVSHFLDOW\JURZHUVDQGJDUGHQDUWLVWV plants introduced by these commercial growers are ³)URQGHURVD)UROLFLVDFHOHEUDWLRQRISODQWV first discovered or grown by keen growers operat- DQGVXPPHU«WKDWKDVEHFRPHWKH ing small specialty nurseries. Please support them KRUWLFXOWXUDOHTXLYDOHQWRI:RRGVWRFN´ 9DO if you are interested in a diverse range of plants that Easton, Seattle Times column, 4/8/04). have been correctly identified and tested to thrive in your gardens. There is a raffle of donations from our vendors to benefit the Equine Stewardship Center, NWESC. This non profit horse rescue and rehabilitation center also offers classes in equine care. Fancy Fronds has been using horse manure for garden beds and as a potting additive for over thirty years. Bring a bucket or bag and you can take away some of this "horsey goodness'!

Return of the Salmon Celebration in Sultan! September 27, 2014 (YHU\RQHLVLQYLWHGWR6XOWDQ¶V5HWXUQRIWKH round-dance, and horse-drawn covered wagon rides Salmon Celebration on Saturday, September 27th, to the SHS fish hatchery. Then fingerlings will be from Noon to 4:00 at Osprey Park, 801 First Street, released into the river during the celebration. Sultan, WA 98294. It is a covered venue and the For vendor inquiries or event information event will take place rain or shine! contact Craig Young, 425-359-8936 Partnering with the City of Sultan, Tulalip Tribes, Sky Valley Chamber of Commerce and the Snohomish County Public Utility District, a committee of community volunteers is proud to announce this family event which will include: Tulalip tribal welcoming ceremony, honoring of 6XOWDQ¶VQDPHVDNH&KLHI7¶VHXO-ted, riverside salmon viewing tours, Indian tacos, salmon dinners, QDWLYHIOXWHFRQFHUWYHQGRUVFKLOGUHQ¶VDFWLYLWLHV watershed education, plains-style drumming and &KLHI7¶6HXO-Ted 29

Sky Valley Farm Festival Located at Three Farms along the Lower Fern Bluff Road October 4, 2014 , 10AMȄ5PM

Come get your mud on! The Sky Valley Finish off the day at

Farm Festival celebrates our hardworking farm- Stockings Garden and Nursery. ing community and rich agricultural history. Here you will find the perfect Park once and the Western pumpkin, stroll through the Heritage Center will ferry you corn maze (fee), shop for fresh from farm to farm in antique veggies and enjoy cooking tractor wagons along the demonstrations from chefs beautiful lower Fern Bluff Road, Gordon MacDonald and Mimi between Sultan & Monroe. Stockmann, who will teach you how to transform fresh produce into a fabulous feast. The first stop is The Rivers End Cattle Ranch, The Sky Valley Farm Festival invites situated among the rolling fields bordering the ǡǲ ǳ Skykomish River. Visitors here will be treated to the day enjoying the sights, smells and sounds on horse rides, a guided wagon tour, rope swinging the ranch. Boot up and prepare to get dirty as you in the hayloft, arts and crafts, roping lessons and pet cows, ride horses and stomp through the corn educational displays. maze and pumpkin patch. You will leave with a Next up is Groenevelds happy heart and a greater appreciation of the Dairy Farm, a third genera- time and work it takes to get your food from the tion dairy farm. Here visitors field to the table. will spend the day learning ǲǳ about where milk and cheese Festival on Facebook, call the Sky Valley Chamber come from. There will be of Commerce (360) 793-0983 or visit us online at guided tours, informational www.skyvalleychamber.com for more booths and so much more. information. Sponsored by Snohomish County The milking starts at 4PM. Dairy Women.

The WHC is dedicated to sharing the living history of the Snohomish River Valleys. They achieve this mission through collection, preservation and restoration of historical documents and artivacts, interpretive displays and public educational programs. Visit their museum, located at the Monroe Fair Grounds, and view over 200 years of history in one building. Learn about logging, agriculture, tractors, mining, and the railroad. The museum features John Deere, McCormick, Allis Chalmers, Clettrac tractors, balers and attachments. Experience rope making, model railroading, farming and mining. See antique milking equipment, a 7 foot chain saw and much more! This is a hands on interactive museum of artifacts and equipment from over the last 200 years.

MON-SAT (10-5PM), SUN (12-5PM) (425) 232-3493 @ The Evergreen Fairgrounds 30

Farm Festival Cooking Demonstrations Gordon MacDonald and Mimi Stockmann will show you how to transform fresh produce into a Fabulous Feast Stockings Garden and Nursery, October 4, 2014, 10AM-5PM For several years, Gordon MacDonald and Mimi Stockmann, have teamed up to prepare meals for numerous local events. They are passionate about food and enjoy sharing their techniques with others. The Sky Valley Farm Festival is grateful to Gordon and Mimi for donating their time and secret recipes. During the event, they will be distributing a free booklet containing some of their favorite recipes, both borrowed and original. Visit them at Stockings Garden and Nursery during the Sky Valley Farm Festival and enjoy cooking demonstrations including how to make cheese, fresh pizzas and soup. For more information, or if you would like your next catered event prepared by this dynamic duo, please call Gordon at (360) 793-8641 or visit www.mimisfood.com.

Alderleaf Wilderness College Imagine developing wilderness survival skills that stewards of the natural world. They offer camps enhance your connection with nature and promote and classes for children and adults as well as a self sufficiency, being able to make herbal medi- vocationally-licensed Wilderness Certification cines, learning how to interpret wildlife tracks & Program. Be prepared for your next great adven- sign, and gaining a background in permaculture & ture! Visit www.WildernessCollege.com. Email sustainable living skills. Alderleaf's mission is to [email protected] or call 360-793-8709. inspire and empower people to become lifelong

31 Sultan Education Foundation Celebrating Over 20 years! The Sultan Education Foundation was The Sultan Education Foundation is a 501c3 non- formed in 1993 in order to help Sultan graduates profit organization and all donations are tax deducti- achieve the next level of their training by offering ble. We invite you to join our cause by making a scholarships and also to support Sultan Public contribution or by deciding to include the Founda- School students by offering classroom enhancement tion in your will. Establishing a scholarship in the grants. name of a loved one is a wonderful way to honor These grants help teachers provide opportu- their memory. nities for students that might not otherwise be avail- Through fund raising efforts and contribu- able to them. Sometimes these grants purchase tions from alumni, the Foundation has grown from items that fulfill a very basic need like microscopes. giving one $300.00 scholarship in 1993 to giving Sometimes they give teachers a chance to expose $23,500.00 to the Class of 2014! This brings the their students to a once in a lifetime experience like grand total up to $349,120.00! Together we really YLVLWLQJWKH³+XPDQ%RGLHV([KLELW´2XUJUDQWV are making a difference! support students from kindergarten to 12th grade. Debbie Copple, President The Foundation will be hosting a Golf 360-793-0983 [email protected] Tournament on August 16th at Blue Boy Golf Course&RQWDFWXVLI\RX¶GOLNHWREHFRPHDVSRQ Golf Tournament

VRURULI\RX¶GOLNHWRSOD\:HLQVXUHDOORIWKH August 16th, 2014 pars for special hole-in-RQHSUL]HV:H¶GORYHIRU Blue Boy Golf Course you to join us! You might be the lucky one to win x 4 Person Best Ball $10.000.00!!! x $10,000 for a hole in one!

We understand the special bond between humans and their animal companion.

Please visit our pet friendly office to learn more about the services we offer, including: Espresso & Milk Shakes, Frappes

x Advanced Surgical Procedures, including BUBBLE TEA, Sandwiches, Breakfast, routine, elective & orthopedic Hand scooped Ice Cream, x Behavioral Consultations biscuits & gravy & more! x Boarding & micro chipping x Complete Dental Care i Prepaid Gift Cards x Onsite X-Rays & Diagnostic Services i Lattes, Buy 6 get x Dietary & Nutrition counseling 7th for FREE x Vaccinations, examinations & geriatric care i All other drinks,

207 Highway State Route 2, Ste. D buy 10 & the 11th is FREE Sultan, WA 98294 Mention this ad for (360) 793-3300 $.50 off a Latte!

The Visitor store. Information The VIC is a tireless advocate for the Center (VIC) is valley. We promote local businesses, sponsor the hub and heart numerous events throughout the year and put of the Sky Valley. forward the Sky Valley as the ultimate Run by the destination for the outdoor enthusiast. Sky Valley Our main fundraising event is the annual Chamber of Dinner and Auction, held in April. This fun and Commerce, we raucous evening has evolved, over 26 years, into 320 Main Street, Sultan are open year a fun tradition, featuring a themed costume (360) 793-0983 round, six days a contest, fabulous feast and awesome bidding www.skyvalleychamber.com week to support opportunities from our partners in the valley and our community beyond. Mark your calendars for next yearȄ and to offer assistance to visitors passing tickets go on sale in February. through. We also offer services such as copying and The VIC is run by an enthusiastic team of faxing. Come visit us to see how we can help you volunteers. Each year, we welcome over 5,000 while learning about the Sky Valley. We value visitors. We sell fishing/hunting licenses, Forest your support! Service Trailhead passes, the Discover pass, offer brochures about our partners throughout the state, sell shirts and other merchandise from our

33 Winterfest Celebration Kick off The Holiday Shopping Season, Locally! December 6, 2014 @ Sultan High School, 10AM-4PM

The Sky Valley Winterfest Celebration is the perfect opportunity to get all of your Christmas shopping done, while enjoying live music and supporting numerous local nonprofits and your local business community. Explore over 80 craft booths featuring gorgeous jewelry, handmade leather works, pottery and woven treasures. Local school groups will take to the stage and perform all day long. From kindergarten to the award winning SHS Show Choir, you will be And of course, Santa will also be on hand dancing in the aisles and getting into the holiday for visits and pictures. spirit with sweet renditions of your favorite ǲǳ carols. child for the Giving Tree Program. This program Come hungry! There is chili, soups and helps local struggling and low income families more from the Sultan Education Foundation. provide a great Christmas for their children. For Money raised goes directly towards scholarships more info on this program, visit the VOA booth and classroom grants to better the learning located by the main entrance. opportunity of our kids! For more information, including how to Winterfest has been expanded to include sign up to promote your business, contact the the gym as well. There you will find more Sky Valley Chamber of Commerce, vendors, as well as a booming business and (360) 793-0983 health fair. This is a great opportunity to meet your local business and healthcare providers. The Giving Tree Sponsor a low income child this Christmas A meaningful Sky Valley Following that, they will be available at the VOA traditions is the annual Sky Valley Resource Center & the Sultan Visitors Giving Tree Program. Information Center. Another way to support this Sponsored by the VOA, very special program is by donating money, new which benefits low in- ǯ Ǥ come children during If you are a parent or guardian of a child the Holiday Season. who could benefit from this program, please visit Local families and businesses are encouraged the VOA Sky Valley Resource Center during the Ǯ ǯ Ǥ month of October to fill out an application. Apples contain wish lists for local low income Qualifying children are 12 years and children who depend on their community to younger and must reside with the parents/ have an extra special Christmas morning. guardian who signs them up (identification Apples can be found at the VOA welcome required). Call the VOA at (360) 793-2400 for 34 booth at Winterfest on December 6, 2014. more information. The Cascade Loop-- Beginning just 28 miles north of Seattle, circle through the Cascades mountains, along the semi-arid Columbia River Valley, past glacier-fed Lake Chelan, through the wildlife-filled Methow Valley and North Cascades National Park and into the Puget Sound. We are a path into nature, a road through friendly towns, and a rest stop at the end of your day with comfortable lodging and delicious North- west cuisine. We are pleased to offer the following services to The Cascade Loop is the best road trip facilitate your journey to optimal health: vacation in Washington State! Electric Vehicle Adventures Abound on i Chiropractic Care Highway 2 and all around the Cascade Loop! As i Massage Therapy of this Spring, electric vehicle (EV) owners can i Foot Care & Orthotics now enjoy a taste of all the best that Washington i Therapeutic Exercise State has to offer on the Cascade Loop without worry about being able to charge their vehicles. We are an in-network provider for most major Individuals can access charging station insurance companies and offer competitive cash rates. location information in the Cascade Loop's printed Travel Guide. Requests for the guide can be made by visiting cascadeloop.com 311 US HWY 2, Sultan (360) 793-1122 Like us on Facebook: Facebook.com/ www.sultanchiro.com CascadeLoopScenicHighway