For several years I have chosen to drive from Greenbank WA to Boxes and Bears rather than purchase…read moreonline. The store has a wonderful selection of games and puzzles updated regularly and the owner is generous with the used puzzle exchange program and frequent buyer card. The owner is knowledgeable in the game department and has offered awesome gift suggestions over the years. Unfortunately rude people come with the territory and I sure am glad I don't have to deal with them! The owner runs a great business and NO I am not related. I just appreciate hard working people and well run businesses.

It's amazing how this place stays in business. We went in with the intent to purchase some items…read morefor the grandkids and the owner was rude and just sat behind the counter glaring at the kids. I would rather support a small business that actually wants my business! If you're looking to purchase puzzles and stuffed animals in Anacortes go to Little Tugs.

Awesome shop and people! Very knowledgeable and friendly! Congrats on your new location!read more

This is the quintessential "local business" that provides personalized service with attention to…read moredetail. And the pricing is completely competitive with online or "big box" retail. The merchandise is top-flight - including high-quality clothing for marine wear as well as other uses. In fact, I purchased a HH coat that I'm planning on using on my next snowboarding trip. Although they didn't have my size in stock, they promptly ordered it and sent it to me at my home address the next day. Now, THAT's service. Whether you are in Anacortes (a destination in itself for a visitor like me) or ordering online, this should be a first stop for a wide variety of outdoor clothing.

Horrible customer service by one of the women in particular at this store. She is very unwelcoming,…read morecondescending, and rude. I will drive out of town to another fiber art store before I willingly spend my money here again.

THE. BEST. I totally recommend this store to everyone! The staff is amazing and the quality…read morereflects the owner's style and grace. I am blessed to live nearby so I can join in the weekly gatherings.

The anacortes store employees are stellar. They didnt have the part I was looking for but went on a…read moredays long quest to find it for me. I had given up but they prevailed and called me back with a location, and the price, where I could get it. Exemplary customer service. Thank you!​

I buy a lot of oil and filters from O'Reilly's as a commercial hauler. I find most of the employees…read morehere friendly and helpful. Unfortunately there's one young guy who is ridiculous about recycling oil. Twice I've encountered this employee when trying to recycle oil (which I purchased there). The first time I was told they were full and can't take any oil. I think it was the smile and pleasure he took in denying me? Today he asked if it was pure oil. As an honest person I said there's a small amount of diesel (maybe a cup) in the twelve courts as I drained a bit from my fuel filter housing. I was promptly told he couldn't take it as it's contaminated! For goodness sake that is ridiculous! It's a cup of diesel and I should not have said anything. He then lecturers me about a $10k fine etc. I explained to him that trace amounts of fuel is common in crankcase oil to which I got a lecture about how my engine must have a problem. Almost 900k miles original. As a former engineering superintendent of an oil spill response fleet in Prince William Sound I think I may know a bit more, but that's beside the point. The total lack of listening and immediate negativity just pissed me off. I have no idea what this employees level of education is and maybe he's dealt with people giving him horrible mixes of contaminated oil. I'm not that guy. The simplistic mindset and attitude just irritated me. I'll just do my business elsewhere from now as I don't appreciate lectures especially after spending hundreds of dollars over the years at O'Reilly's the Teton Valley and here. I'm just trying to be responsible and recycle. I've NEVER had an issue doing so for decades. A cup of diesel in twelve quarts of oil does NOT disqualify the sample for recycling per WA State guidelines. See below. Defining used oil What is used oil? Used oil is any oil refined from crude oil-- or any synthetic oil--that's contaminated by physical or chemical impurities due to its use. 10 These materials may qualify as used oil when spent: * Transmission fluid * Gear oil * Power steering Other oil materials may define as used oil if not contaminated with dangerous waste, such as: * Used oil recovered from ship bilge water or wastewater from an oil/water separator. * Used oil recovered from containers holding water and used oil. * Metal cutting fluids without chlorinated compounds. * Free-flowing oil recovered from oil titers, rags, and absorbents. Used oit residuals removed from a collection container and tank. * Mixtures of used oil with small amounts of fuel products like kerosene, diesel, gasoline, or jet fuel that were drained from fuel filters. See additional important definitions in Appendix C. Definitions. What isn't used oil? Materials that designate as dangerous wastesl1 aren't used oil, such a * Solvents like brake or carburetes cleaner, degreasers, and paints and stains (even if they're oil-based). * Ethylene glycol-based fluids (for example, antifreeze). 12 * Materials that designate as extremely hazardous waste (EHW). 13 I just saw the manager's response to my review and I appreciate it. Understandably the business needs to ensure the fluids they receive are compliant with state regulations. Hopefully this will result in a common sense realistic approach.

I have been a customer here for several years now. Great selection, love the daily specials!read more

This is a great place to stop in on the way to the ferry. Always kind individuals that work here…read moreand willing to help. Rebecca was very attentive. There's a decent selection of everything you could think you need in a place like this. They are still wisely following COVID protocols.

Was invited to go roller skating on Saturday, so I was searching everywhere I could on Whidbey for…read morea nice pair of roller skates the same day. Saw this place on google, so I gave them a call before I took the trek to Anacortes and she had the most perfect pair of roller skates for me. My size, the cutest colors, and I even grabbed some knee, elbow, and wrist pads before I left. They were super kind and made me feel comfortable. Super affordable and the cutest little store!!! Lifesaver. Thank you, Trinity Skate!

We have Trinity Skate and the Anacortes community to thank for this incredible skate park in…read moredowntown Anacortes, WA. It's a fantastic location and the impact it will have for kids and teens and adults being able to get outside, get exercise and fresh air and socialization can't be overstated. It's beautifully designed and an amazing spot so close to the waterfront. Thank you to everyone who supported this project and to the amazing folks at Trinity Skate who fought for something that will benefit this community for decades to come. When we give kids and teens healthy and safe 3rd places to meet, be active, socialize and have FUN, that's how we help them become healthy, well rounded humans. Our communities desperately need places for kids to thrive and move and just BE. What a fantastic park. Hope it continues to be maintained and supported and treated with respect and can even grow to accommodate more skaters, scooters, bikes - kids, families, fun and joy.

What an adorable shop!!…read more I was just walking down the sidewalk to another destination but their window display caught my eye and I wandered inside. I left with a cozy sweatshirt but easily could have purchased way more. The candle selection was amazing, they had a variety of perfumes, locally-themed books, shirts/sweatshirts, handknit hats, and even some gorgeously colored super-bulky yarn. The employee I spoke with was friendly and helpful. Parking is also fairly easy to come by (at least midweek in winter). Definitely recommend Wild Hemlock if you're looking for fun local gifts for others or a nice treat for yourself.

I got the cutest little jellyfish air plant hanger! Super…read morecute vibe with warm and helpful staff. Will definitely return next time I'm in Anacortes.