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HIKES 
Join one of our Activity Coordinators for various hikes in the Upper West PNW!

Fee: $5 - $10 per hike unless stated otherwise, includes bus transport (additional fees depending on distance and parking fees)
Time: Bus leaves Activity Center promptly at 9 am (unless otherwise stated)
Skill level: Varies by hike
Ages: 16 & Up, under 16 must be accompanied by an adult
Food: Please bring a lunch, snacks, and water
Pets: Unfortunately, though we love dogs, they aren't allowed on the bus.
Additional notes:
Hikes progress from easy in late spring and early summer to more difficult by the end of summer.
Fall hikes will be easy to moderate due to weather restraints.
Please be aware that some hikes are strenuous and hiking poles are recommended.
Later in the summer and fall hikes may be rescheduled due to air conditions, changes in road conditions, or inclement weather.

NOTE: This activity is not covered by fitness insurance

Hikes

Beach Explorations 
Fee: FREE
Time:
 Staggered around low tides during late Spring and Summer; please see dates at the bottom of the page by clicking on the schedule.
Ages:
All ages are welcome, but low tide is rocky and can be slippery
Additional notes:
Please know the ground will be wet, rocky, and slippery, so please wear appropriate footwear.
Low Tide Activities

Clamming 101 
Fee: FREE
Time:
 Staggered around low tides during Spring
Ages:
All ages are welcome, but low tide is rocky and can be slippery
Additional notes:
Please know that the ground will be wet, rocky, and slippery, so wear appropriate footwear. Anyone harvesting clams will need a shellfish license, a container for clams, and digging equipment. 
Low Tide Activities

Low Tide Excursion: Marine Wonders at Point Whitehorn Coming Soon
Fee: 
Meet at the Point Whitehorn parking lot. Please be reminded that dogs are not allowed, and no bathrooms are available at the beach (only a portable bathroom in the parking lot). Please bring water shoes and sun protection. Attendees can expect to get wet while wading in the water to reach certain locations. Participants should be prepared for 2-3 hours at the beach and have water and snacks as needed. 

Crabbing 101 Coming Soon
Fee: FREE
Time:
 Scheduled later in Summer right before crabbing opens (crabbing in our area (7N) usually opens up about a month after Bellingham area (7S))
Ages:
All ages are welcome to learn about harvesting crabs in our area.
Additional notes:
This is an informational class in which a specialist will discuss rules and regulations, types of equipment and harvesting methods, and cooking and cleaning crab. 



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Clamming 101 
N/A N/A MWSa  04/02/2025 - 05/17/2025
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bp Heron Center Birch Bay State Park
$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
Join our clamming expert, Laura, during low tide to learn rules and regulations of clam digging and a demonstration that can include shucking an oyster!
 
  Free drop-in activity
Beach Explorations 
BOE
3y and up N/A FSa  05/17/2025 - 08/23/2025
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$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
Join us at the beach as we spend low tide searching and identifying marine organisms. Learn about their biology and ecology. Family friendly.
If you don't meet us at the start time you can find us straight down from the Heron Center on the beach!
 
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Walk: Blaine Senior Center to L&L to Jorgensen Public Pier 
WBSCMP
N/A Sa  05/10/2025
11:00 AM - 01:00 PM

Blaine Senior Center/ Pavilion
$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
Meet at Blaine Senior Center and walk down to the Blaine Fishing Pier - we can stop at L&L Bakery on the way down or on the way back! 3 miles round trip
 
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Walk: Blaine Senior Center to Edaleen Dairy to Jorgensen Public Pier 
WEDJP
N/A N/A 07/25/2025
09:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Blaine Senior Center
$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
Let's meet up at the Blaine Senior Center to get some ice cream and walk off the calories! This is a family and pet friendly walk as long as everyone is behaved!
 
  Free Event
What's the Point Tidal Organism Exploration 
WTP
3y and up N/A Sa  06/14/2025
11:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Point Whitehorn or 7049 Jackson Rd for shuttle
$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
Join us at Point Whitehorn, brought to you by Cherry Point Aquatic Reserve Citizen Stewardship Committee, as we spend low tide searching and identifying marine organisms. Includes bird and plant walks and a shuttle service. Family friendly Event.
 
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Hike: South Bay Trail (Waypoint park to Fairhaven) 
SFW
16y and up N/A Sa  05/17/2025
09:00 AM - 02:00 PM

BBAC to Bellingham
$5.00 Res, $5.00 Non-Res
Bus ride from BBAC to Waypoint Park in Bellingham and a stroll along the South Bay trail to Fairhaven before heading back to the bus. 6 miles round trip; mostly flat.
 
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Hike: Lake Whatcom via Hertz Trail 
HTS
16y and up N/A 05/23/2025
09:00 AM - 02:00 PM

BBAC to Lake Whatcom Bellingham
$5.00 Res, $5.00 Non-Res
Bus ride to Lake Whatcom,Hertz Trail is a 6.3 mile out-and-back trail that follows the eastern side of Lake Whatcom. This is a relatively easy hike with an elevation gain of 219 ft.
 
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Hike: Lighthouse Point and Lottie Point via Rosario Head Trail 
HTF
16y and up N/A 05/30/2025
09:00 AM - 03:00 PM

BBAC to Deception Pass
$10.00 Res, $10.00 Non-Res
Bus ride to Deception Pass State Park. Hike is 4.8 mi loop with an elevation gain of 613 ft and is considered a moderately challenging hike.
 
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Hike: Hoypus Point Loop 
HTS
16y and up N/A Sa  06/07/2025
09:00 AM - 03:30 PM

BBAC to Cornet Bay area
$10.00 Res, $10.00 Non-Res
Join us for a bus ride to Oak Harbor area. This is a 4.8 mile loop with a 542 ft elevation gain. It is a moderately challenging route with wonderful views of the bays and Deception Pass bridge.
 
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Hike: Mom's Trail and Cougar Loop 
HTF
16y and up N/A 06/13/2025
09:00 AM - 03:00 PM

BBAC to Mount Baker area
$10.00 Res, $10.00 Non-Res
Bus ride to Deming area (Salmon Ridge Sno-Park across from Silver Fir Campground). Hike is 4.5 mi loop with an elevation gain of 400 ft and is considered an easy hike.
 
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Hike: Oyster Dome from Samish Overlook 
HTF
16y and up N/A 06/27/2025
09:00 AM - 03:30 PM

BBAC TO CHUCKANUT MT
$5.00 Res, $5.00 Non-Res
Saturday Hike getting more challenging! Length - 4.0 miles roundtrip, Elevation Gain - 1072 ft
 
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Hike: Pine and Cedar Lakes 
HTF
16y and up N/A 07/11/2025
09:00 AM - 03:00 PM

BBAC to Bellingham/Fairhaven area
$5.00 Res, $5.00 Non-Res
This is a 5 mile round trip trail in our backyard. It does have a 1,400 foot elevation gain so it is a more moderately challenging hike.
 
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Hike: Nooksack Cirque Trail 
HTF
16y and up N/A 08/15/2025
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

BBAC to Glacier area (Mount Baker)
$10.00 Res, $10.00 Non-Res
Bus trip to Glacier area. Out-and--back 11.5 mile trail considered challenging. Elevation gain is 1,230 ft. This hike requires hikers to be prepared for a backcountry hiking experience. This will be a longer hiking day. We need to leave by 8 am.
 
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Hike: Lake Ann Mount Baker 
HTF
16y and up N/A 08/29/2025
09:00 AM - 03:30 PM

BBAC to Mount Baker ski area
$10.00 Res, $10.00 Non-Res
Bus trip to Mount Baker ski area. Out-and--back 8.6 mile trail considered challenging. Elevation gain is 2,047ft. This will be a longer hiking day. We need to leave by 8 am.
 
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Telescope 101 
T101
6y and up N/A 05/16/2025
05:00 PM - 07:00 PM

Birch Bay Activity Center
$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
Join Space Time with Robert as he goes over everything about telescopes and how you can use them to see space objects at night and during the day.
 
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Stargazing 101 
SG101
6y and up N/A 05/16/2025
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM

Birch Bay Activity Center
$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
Join Space Time with Robert as he goes over everything you can see in space and how you can see it! All ages appropriate.
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