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What’s the best gift you can give yourself? Join a Shelter Bay committee. We promise, you will discover so much about your community and build lasting connections—a rare guarantee in life.
Are you wanting to share your strengths? Develop a new ability? Stay active? Volunteering enhances the well-being of the individual, strengthens community, and fosters warm, meaningful connections.
There are numerous opportunities available based on your interests and skills. Explore these opportunities further on the Committees page. Your involvement will not only enrich your experience, but also benefit our entire community.
Interested in serving the Community as a Board Member? Three (3) three-year positions on the Board of Directors will be elected at the Annual Membership Meeting/Election held on May 16, 2026. Deadline for filing an application is 5:00 p.m. on March 23. Filing information. Your involvement will not only enrich your experience, but also benefit our entire community.Your involvement will not only enrich your experience, but also benefit our entire community.
What’s happening in and around Shelter Bay?
2026
Explore March & April Festival Events
Some Seasonal Considerations
Low Sun: That’s not a recipe for Chinese noodles! We’ve enjoyed some beautiful, clear days but there were unexpected...
Notification of Filing Deadline for Board Member Candidacy
Three (3) three-year positions on the Board of Directors will be elected at the May 16, 2026 Annual Membership...
Shelter Bay:
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Martha’s Beach Hours Seasonal Change, October 1 – March 31 gate hours are 8 AM – 7 PM
Nov 23 Town Hall Meeting, in the Clubhouse, 7 PM
Nov 27 Thanksgiving Day Dinner *, in the Clubhouse, 2 PM social hour, 3 PM dinner
Nov 27 & 28 Thanksgiving Day Holiday, Office Closed
Dec 5 Tree Lighting *, at the BBQ Pavilion, 5 PM
Dec 9 Women’s Breakfast *, in the Clubhouse, 9 AM
Dec 16 Christmas Cranberry Jam Making Demo *, in the Clubhouse, 1 – 3 PM
Dec 18 Christmas Caroling for the Community *, meet at Clubhouse, 5 PM
Mar 23 Board Candidacy Filing Deadline
*Brought to you by Shelter Bay’s Soc & Rec Committee
Find Your Perfect Fit
Looking to stay active and enjoy a sense of community? Regular exercise classes can be a fun way to improve fitness levels and meet new people.
Did you know you can enjoy FREE exercise classes right here in the Clubhouse?
Tribal and Area Communities
October 4 & 5 Skagit Valley Festival of Family Farms, 10 AM to 4 PM
Oct 7 La Conner School District Energy Project, Community Presentation at LC Middle School Library, 5 PM
Oct 11 Fables Faire, Morris & First Street, La Conner, Noon to 6 PM
Oct 11 Brew on the Slough, Maple Hall, 104 Commercial St., La Conner, 4-7 PM
Oct 12 Goat Island and the Army, Skagit City School, 17508 Moore St., Mount Vernon, 4 PM
Oct 16 International ShakeOut Day, practice earthquake safety at work, school, and home, 10:16 AM
Oct 24-27 Arts Alive 40th Anniversary, Maple Hall, 104 Commercial St., La Conner, Invitational and Open Fine Arts Show
Dec 10 Narcan Training, SITC Social Services Building
Susan’s Let’s Keep in Touch
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Narcan Training
Swinomish Public Health and FD13 are hosting a Narcan (naloxone) training on Wednesday, Dec....
Notification of Filing Deadline for Board Member Candidacy
Three (3) three-year positions on the Board of Directors will be elected at the May 16, 2026...
Some Seasonal Considerations
Low Sun: That’s not a recipe for Chinese noodles! We’ve enjoyed some beautiful, clear days but...
Storage for Recreational Vehicles and Trailers
With the approach of warmer weather comes increased activity with boats and recreational...
Spring Forward Safely.
Daylight Savings Time reminder: Change Your Clocks, Change Your Batteries. It’s a perfect time...
Budget Development Meetings
Our fiscal year starts on July 1. Now is the time of the year to start developing the budget...
Grab and Go Kit
This article is in response to residents asking how to prepare a Grab and Go Kit for emergency...
Staying Informed
The office connects to residents by email, phone, and even snail mail. Make sure they have your...
Love Boating? Check out our Marina.
With direct access to the Swinomish Channel, boaters will appreciate the protected moorage and the amazing cruising, crabbing, fishing and whale watching in this area.
Amenities
Shelter Bay is a community governed by a Homeowners Association (HOA) which manages community services and amenities, maintains roads and public facilities, and oversees the operation of various community functions.
Shelter Bay and La Conner
Shelter Bay is just across the bridge from the town of La Conner. The distance is about one mile, a nice walk or bike ride. La Conner is a friendly, small town and has great restaurants.