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Physical activity need not be vigorous
to improve health, according to the latest Surgeon General's Report.
Physical activity at a moderate level improves your mood and sense
of well-being. It gives you more energy and helps control weight.
It improves balance and bone and muscle strength, preventing falls
and fractures. It helps you live longer independently.
There are lots of ways to be physically active in Skagit County.
The list below is packed with information to help you find out
what is available in your area. To update or add a listing call
Liz McNett Crowl at 360-428-2331 or e-mail lcrowl@skagitvalleyhospital.org.
| Water Sports |
| Organization:
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Anacortes Diving and Supply |
| Contact: |
Kelley or Bob Scarzafava |
| Address: |
2502 Commercial Ave, Anacortes |
| Phone: |
360-293-2070 |
| Activities: |
Offer instruction in scuba and snorkling for beginner through advanced and instructor levels. |
| Website: |
http://www.anacortesdiving.com |
| Email: |
anadive@fidalgo.net |
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| Organization:
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Hole in the Wall Paddling Club |
| Contact: |
Rembrandt Smith, President |
| Address: |
2419 26th St., Anacortes, WA 89221 |
| Phone: |
360-299-0767 |
| Activities: |
Activities: Kayaking Club promotes outdoor adventure, skill development, and safety for all ages and skill levels. |
| Website: |
http://www.holeinthewallpaddlingclub.org |
| Email: |
rem.smith@comcast.net |
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| Organization:
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Island Outfitters |
| Contact: |
Matthew Ross |
| Address: |
2515 Commercial Avenue, Anacortes 98221 |
| Phone: |
360-299-2300 |
| Activities: |
Daily kayak tours, kayak rentals, instruction or lessons for beginners to advanced paddlers. |
| Website: |
www.seakayakshop.com |
| Email: |
mail@seakayakshop.com |
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| Organization:
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OARS-Old Anacortes Rowing and Sailing Society |
| Contact: |
David Jackson |
| Address: |
PO Box 414, Anacortes 98221 |
| Phone: |
360-202-0767 |
| Activities: |
Fixed seat rowing in 21-foot fixed-seat four oared gigs and stretch wherry. Weekly membership meetings. |
| Website: |
http://www.oarss.org |
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| Organization:
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Sea Explorer’s Program |
| Contact: |
Carl Frantz |
| Address: |
1319 Erie Avenue, Anacortes 98221 |
| Phone: |
360-293-3407 or 360-770-3824(cell) |
| Activities: |
Fixed seat rowing for boys and girls ages 14 1/2 – 18. Instruction and competition, season is March to October, Sea Scout Ship Program, sailing for boys and girls ages 141/2 - 21 |
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