The Great NW Glass Quest

​Each year, thousands of people participate in a huge Northwest treasure hunt to find clue balls.  These clue balls are turned in for keepsake hand blown glass balls made by local artisan, Mark Ellinger.  It is a blast to participate in, and the keepsake décor is top quality.

We love supporting our local businesses and exploring the amazing state parks on Camano.  We've already found some new and exciting places to try on the Island this year in our 2019 quest.  Who knew paint classes were offered every Saturday right at Terry's Corner?  Well, now we do!  We visited Dorsey Fine Art Studio at the Camano Commons and discovered a great new place!  

Timmy shows off his prize from the 2018 Great NW Glass Quest!

Monica & the boys searched outside of Camano Animal Shelter on a rainy day.

The great hunt takes place in Stanwood and on Camano Island from February 15-24.  Even living on Camano, Dr. Matt & Monica hesitated for several years because we didn’t know how to participate.  Have no fear—it’s so EASY and FUN!  Visit the Quest's Facebook for regular updates. 

You can check in online or at a local visitor center.  Most locations also have guidebooks!  Visit The Great NW Glass Quest website for information on how to get started.  They even have an app to make finding business locations easier!  

The gist of it is—visit a participating local business or park in Stanwood or Camano (there are TONS) and keep your eyes peeled for a small (ornament sized) clear plastic ball.  They may be filled with rocks to blend in on a beach, or sitting in an open bag.  All balls are visible to the eye without moving items on shelves. 
 
AND… if you find one… you just might get a keepsake treasure like we did on our first day of hunting. 

Timmy & Sammy were so excited when they found their clue ball at Elger Bay Grocery last year!