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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Outdoor Adventures (e.g., hikes, beach activities, stargazing, history tours) - Walk: Blaine Senior Center to Edaleen to Jorgensen Public Pier
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 hikeAges: 16 & Up, under 16 must be accompanied by an adultFood: Please bring a lunch, snacks, and waterPets: 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 insuranceBeach Explorations Fee: FREETime: 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 slipperyAdditional notes:Please know the ground will be wet, rocky, and slippery, so please wear appropriate footwear.
The Pot that Won the West: Dutch Oven Cooking July 12thFee: $15Join Jim Carr and Linda Cline at the Birch Bay Rec Center as they cook a delicious meal from main course to dessert using Dutch Ovens. This year's menu is chicken casserole, meatloaf, and a fresh fruit crisp with whipped cream! Learn a bit about the history of Dutch Oven cooking, how to take care of your cast iron and enjoy the best meal you've ever tasted from a campfire. Please bring a drink of your choice and your appetite. Low Tide Excursion: Marine Wonders at Point Whitehorn Coming SoonFee: 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 SoonFee: FREETime: 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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