A family of grocers since 1897.
Island Market is a full-service, family-owned grocery store on beautiful Orcas Island, now run by the fifth generation of our family.
From Templin’s Fair to Island Market.
The original store was started by our great-great grandfather, Hugh Wooster Templin, over 125 years ago. The building has moved and the name has changed, but our commitment to hiring the best staff and providing the best-quality products hasn’t.
“Take care of your employees, maintain a clean store, and lead with integrity.”
The principles Woodrow (Woody) Linnes passed on to his son, Dale.
- 1897The Templin family opens Templin’s Fair, a general store on Madrona Point.
- Templin’s General StoreThe store moves and changes its name over the years.
- 1972Dale Linnes takes ownership of Templin’s Store.
- TodayOrcas Island Market, run day to day by brothers Jacob and Jason Linnes, the fifth generation.
- 2026Named an IGA USA Centennial Retailer of the Year.
A family of grocers dedicated to the time-honored tradition of connecting our community, one bag at a time.
What we hold ourselves to
The greatest place to work
Our employees are our greatest resource and are treated with the utmost respect. All are given opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Learn moreThe friendliest place on the island
We treat our customers like neighbors and work hard to provide the friendliest shopping experience anywhere.
Dedicated to our community
We take pride in contributing our time and resources for the benefit of our community.
Learn moreCommitted to environmental responsibility
We are continually adopting ways to reduce our impact on the environment.
Learn morePromotionally exciting
We believe in providing a fun and engaging shopping experience for all to enjoy.
Learn moreIsland logistics
Six produce trucks and five wholesaler deliveries a week, all arriving by ferry.
Centennial Retailer of the Year.
In 2026 the Independent Grocers Alliance named Orcas Island Market one of nine U.S. Centennial Retailers of the Year, chosen from IGA’s network of 7,600 stores worldwide.
“For nearly 130 years, our mission has been to connect our community through food and service.”
Jacob Linnes, co-owner
Islands’ Sounder, March 25, 2026