Summer is here and that means...
Summer Fun at Jetty Island!
Come join us for wonderful adventures, sand castle building, clam digging/poking, driftwood forts, seaweed between your toes, sandy sandwiches and beach blanket conversations with fun friends! Jetty Island days are part of the happy summer memories, especially with lots of great people to visit with. So come join us, and bring your friends.
We have reserved 30 tickets for July 17, 10:30am and 11:00 (15 for each time) and 30 tickets for Aug. 16, 10:30am. Park, pay $3 for parking (cash or debit only) and be at the ticket kiosk 20 minutes ahead of time. Give yourself 20-25 minutes just to park, unload your beach stuff and picnic lunch, take a bathroom break with flushing toilets, and then walk across the grass to the landing area. Elizabeth Grace will hand out the boarding passes there. Return time 2:30pm. (Return times can be adjusted once on the Island). There is a possibility of getting more tickets at the ferry dock, but not guaranteed,
PLEASE REGISTER EVERY PERSON ATTENDING. YOU MAY USE THE SAME EMAIL ADDRESS BUT ALL PERSONS MUST BE ACCOUNTED FOR. THANK YOU.
The ferry departs from the Port of Everett, 10th Street boat launch at 10th and West Marine View Drive, and takes a quick 5 minute trip across to the jetty.
In addition to whatever beach items you want to bring, remember to pack sunscreen, a jacket depending on the weather and wind, food and lots of water or other fluids. There is very little shade or cover as well as no running water, concessions or electricity on the island. No pets and no glass allowed. You might also consider a change of clothes depending on your children. There is only one toilet/outhouse on the island, so you will want to stop in there before walking all the way onto the island. We try to go in the bathroom near the landing before we get on the ferry because it can get stinky on the beach side.
The City of Everett Parks and Recreation Department is trying to keep Jetty Island free for all of us, but that is dependent on taxes and budgets. There is a drop box near the ranger booth where you can donate to Jetty Island. They have a suggested donation of $2/adult and $1/child, and they appreciate anything you are able to give.
Copy this link into your browser to read more information and to get directions:
http://www.portofeverett.com/home/index.asp?page=87
There will be some construction this summer on W Marine View Drive, they will call me if that causes a detour we need to account extra time for as well as post it on their web site.
If you have questions or need to cancel your tickets on the morning of the trip, please call or text
for July 17: Elizabeth Grace at 425-890-6882
