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Old 08-10-2015, 03:18 PM
 
Location: Eastern Washington
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We are thinking of checking out Whidbey to live. Is the southern part in the "rain shadow"? Also, are the southern towns in the flight path of the noisy jets?
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Old 08-10-2015, 04:50 PM
 
Location: Seattle
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South Whidbey is a great place. Coupeville, which is a bit farther north would be your best bet for rain shadow on Whidbey. Homes are very affordable compared to the Seattle side. Here is the rain shadow map: Olympic Rain Shadow Map and Location

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Old 03-06-2017, 08:00 AM
 
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With all the discussion in recent years about noisy Growler aircraft, I had never thought much about environmental contamination.

Seattle Times - Whidbey Island Wells Polluted with Firefighting Chemicals Near Navy Airstrips

Sounds like the problem is more on North Whidbey, but I'm not sure.
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Old 03-06-2017, 04:58 PM
 
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South Whidbey and North Whidbey have very different vibes. The area around Deception Pass is wild, inspiring and beautiful, the area near Oak Harbor has a strong military presence (with the Whidbey Naval Air Station) and lots of commercial development. South Whidbey is very different, the areas around Langley and Freeland have almost a counterculture feel (artists, musicians, organic farmers). Double Bluff Beach on South Whidbey is stunningly beautiful.
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