by Olivia Carter
Art Education, Second Year Master’s Student
Welcome to serene Briar, in Skagit County, Washington! Originally inhabited by the Upper Skagit tribes, (town name) was colonized in 1872 by a group of 58 homesteaders and has grown since then to a population of 314 residents. The current mayor is Y.J. Flowers, who won by a landslide with their catchy campaign slogan, “community blossoms under great leadership!” This quaint yet bustling community nestled in the North Cascades National Forest is home to Jo’s famous Cedar Cakes at Lizard Cafe Co. While you’re here make sure to check out some of our breathtaking native wildlife found among the trails of Reed Woods Forest.
