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Aug
7
Thu
Youth Outrigger Paddling Lessons @ Bellingham Bay Outrigger Paddlers
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Aug 7 @ 4:15 pm – 5:30 pm
Youth Outrigger Paddling Lessons @ Bellingham Bay Outrigger Paddlers

One of the core goals of Bellingham Bay Outrigger Paddlers (BBOP) is to honor and respect Polynesian cultural traditions through the promotion of both competitive and recreational outrigger canoe paddling for youth, families, and the community. Keiki (kids) ages 8-14 will enjoy games on and off the water and learn to paddle as a team in a 6-person outrigger canoe! Sign up for one or more of the 4 sessions throughout the summer, which includes opportunities to race with your BBOP team! We provide paddles and PFDs for free. Please see our website for more details, https://www.bbop.us/youth-program.

All youth must register before getting into a canoe. 

Visit our membership page for more info.

Practice Times: 4:15- 5:30pm

Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, May 6 – Aug 21, 2025

(Each session includes 8 practices, for a total of 10 hours of instruction)

Session 1: May 6 – May 29 Focus on Paddle Technique and Sprint Racing

Session 2: June 3 – June 26 Focus on Marine Ecology

Session 3: July 1 – July 24 Focus on History and Culture

Session 4: July 29 – August 21 Focus on Strength and Conditioning and long-distance competition

Location: Launching from the Community Boating Center.

?All kids get a BBOP t-shirt upon sign up

?No drop-ins allowed. No “make-up” for missed practices.

?A fee waiver is available (click here for info)

?All youth are welcome to participate in our BBOP race on August 16, 2025 to show off their new skills!

Ready to sign up? Register HERE.

Help is available for TeamSnap registration!

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What to Wear

All youth are required to wear a PFD. We will have PFDs and paddles available, but bring a PFD and/or paddle if you have one. 

  • Dress in layers, avoid cotton. Rain gear help to keep the body warm and insulated. Tights worn for other sport work well.

  • Wear shoes that you don’t mind getting wet- neoprene booties with wool socks will help keep the feet warm.

  • Bring a change of clothes and a towel.

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Aug
12
Tue
Youth Outrigger Paddling Lessons @ Bellingham Bay Outrigger Paddlers
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Aug 12 @ 4:15 pm – 5:30 pm
Youth Outrigger Paddling Lessons @ Bellingham Bay Outrigger Paddlers

One of the core goals of Bellingham Bay Outrigger Paddlers (BBOP) is to honor and respect Polynesian cultural traditions through the promotion of both competitive and recreational outrigger canoe paddling for youth, families, and the community. Keiki (kids) ages 8-14 will enjoy games on and off the water and learn to paddle as a team in a 6-person outrigger canoe! Sign up for one or more of the 4 sessions throughout the summer, which includes opportunities to race with your BBOP team! We provide paddles and PFDs for free. Please see our website for more details, https://www.bbop.us/youth-program.

All youth must register before getting into a canoe. 

Visit our membership page for more info.

Practice Times: 4:15- 5:30pm

Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, May 6 – Aug 21, 2025

(Each session includes 8 practices, for a total of 10 hours of instruction)

Session 1: May 6 – May 29 Focus on Paddle Technique and Sprint Racing

Session 2: June 3 – June 26 Focus on Marine Ecology

Session 3: July 1 – July 24 Focus on History and Culture

Session 4: July 29 – August 21 Focus on Strength and Conditioning and long-distance competition

Location: Launching from the Community Boating Center.

?All kids get a BBOP t-shirt upon sign up

?No drop-ins allowed. No “make-up” for missed practices.

?A fee waiver is available (click here for info)

?All youth are welcome to participate in our BBOP race on August 16, 2025 to show off their new skills!

Ready to sign up? Register HERE.

Help is available for TeamSnap registration!

???

What to Wear

All youth are required to wear a PFD. We will have PFDs and paddles available, but bring a PFD and/or paddle if you have one. 

  • Dress in layers, avoid cotton. Rain gear help to keep the body warm and insulated. Tights worn for other sport work well.

  • Wear shoes that you don’t mind getting wet- neoprene booties with wool socks will help keep the feet warm.

  • Bring a change of clothes and a towel.

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Categories: Education Kids Local History Outdoor Recreation
Aug
14
Thu
Youth Outrigger Paddling Lessons @ Bellingham Bay Outrigger Paddlers
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Aug 14 @ 4:15 pm – 5:30 pm
Youth Outrigger Paddling Lessons @ Bellingham Bay Outrigger Paddlers

One of the core goals of Bellingham Bay Outrigger Paddlers (BBOP) is to honor and respect Polynesian cultural traditions through the promotion of both competitive and recreational outrigger canoe paddling for youth, families, and the community. Keiki (kids) ages 8-14 will enjoy games on and off the water and learn to paddle as a team in a 6-person outrigger canoe! Sign up for one or more of the 4 sessions throughout the summer, which includes opportunities to race with your BBOP team! We provide paddles and PFDs for free. Please see our website for more details, https://www.bbop.us/youth-program.

All youth must register before getting into a canoe. 

Visit our membership page for more info.

Practice Times: 4:15- 5:30pm

Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, May 6 – Aug 21, 2025

(Each session includes 8 practices, for a total of 10 hours of instruction)

Session 1: May 6 – May 29 Focus on Paddle Technique and Sprint Racing

Session 2: June 3 – June 26 Focus on Marine Ecology

Session 3: July 1 – July 24 Focus on History and Culture

Session 4: July 29 – August 21 Focus on Strength and Conditioning and long-distance competition

Location: Launching from the Community Boating Center.

?All kids get a BBOP t-shirt upon sign up

?No drop-ins allowed. No “make-up” for missed practices.

?A fee waiver is available (click here for info)

?All youth are welcome to participate in our BBOP race on August 16, 2025 to show off their new skills!

Ready to sign up? Register HERE.

Help is available for TeamSnap registration!

???

What to Wear

All youth are required to wear a PFD. We will have PFDs and paddles available, but bring a PFD and/or paddle if you have one. 

  • Dress in layers, avoid cotton. Rain gear help to keep the body warm and insulated. Tights worn for other sport work well.

  • Wear shoes that you don’t mind getting wet- neoprene booties with wool socks will help keep the feet warm.

  • Bring a change of clothes and a towel.

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Categories: Education Kids Local History Outdoor Recreation
Aug
19
Tue
Youth Outrigger Paddling Lessons @ Bellingham Bay Outrigger Paddlers
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Aug 19 @ 4:15 pm – 5:30 pm
Youth Outrigger Paddling Lessons @ Bellingham Bay Outrigger Paddlers

One of the core goals of Bellingham Bay Outrigger Paddlers (BBOP) is to honor and respect Polynesian cultural traditions through the promotion of both competitive and recreational outrigger canoe paddling for youth, families, and the community. Keiki (kids) ages 8-14 will enjoy games on and off the water and learn to paddle as a team in a 6-person outrigger canoe! Sign up for one or more of the 4 sessions throughout the summer, which includes opportunities to race with your BBOP team! We provide paddles and PFDs for free. Please see our website for more details, https://www.bbop.us/youth-program.

All youth must register before getting into a canoe. 

Visit our membership page for more info.

Practice Times: 4:15- 5:30pm

Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, May 6 – Aug 21, 2025

(Each session includes 8 practices, for a total of 10 hours of instruction)

Session 1: May 6 – May 29 Focus on Paddle Technique and Sprint Racing

Session 2: June 3 – June 26 Focus on Marine Ecology

Session 3: July 1 – July 24 Focus on History and Culture

Session 4: July 29 – August 21 Focus on Strength and Conditioning and long-distance competition

Location: Launching from the Community Boating Center.

?All kids get a BBOP t-shirt upon sign up

?No drop-ins allowed. No “make-up” for missed practices.

?A fee waiver is available (click here for info)

?All youth are welcome to participate in our BBOP race on August 16, 2025 to show off their new skills!

Ready to sign up? Register HERE.

Help is available for TeamSnap registration!

???

What to Wear

All youth are required to wear a PFD. We will have PFDs and paddles available, but bring a PFD and/or paddle if you have one. 

  • Dress in layers, avoid cotton. Rain gear help to keep the body warm and insulated. Tights worn for other sport work well.

  • Wear shoes that you don’t mind getting wet- neoprene booties with wool socks will help keep the feet warm.

  • Bring a change of clothes and a towel.

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Categories: Education Kids Local History Outdoor Recreation
Aug
21
Thu
Youth Outrigger Paddling Lessons @ Bellingham Bay Outrigger Paddlers
Tickets
Aug 21 @ 4:15 pm – 5:30 pm
Youth Outrigger Paddling Lessons @ Bellingham Bay Outrigger Paddlers

One of the core goals of Bellingham Bay Outrigger Paddlers (BBOP) is to honor and respect Polynesian cultural traditions through the promotion of both competitive and recreational outrigger canoe paddling for youth, families, and the community. Keiki (kids) ages 8-14 will enjoy games on and off the water and learn to paddle as a team in a 6-person outrigger canoe! Sign up for one or more of the 4 sessions throughout the summer, which includes opportunities to race with your BBOP team! We provide paddles and PFDs for free. Please see our website for more details, https://www.bbop.us/youth-program.

All youth must register before getting into a canoe. 

Visit our membership page for more info.

Practice Times: 4:15- 5:30pm

Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, May 6 – Aug 21, 2025

(Each session includes 8 practices, for a total of 10 hours of instruction)

Session 1: May 6 – May 29 Focus on Paddle Technique and Sprint Racing

Session 2: June 3 – June 26 Focus on Marine Ecology

Session 3: July 1 – July 24 Focus on History and Culture

Session 4: July 29 – August 21 Focus on Strength and Conditioning and long-distance competition

Location: Launching from the Community Boating Center.

?All kids get a BBOP t-shirt upon sign up

?No drop-ins allowed. No “make-up” for missed practices.

?A fee waiver is available (click here for info)

?All youth are welcome to participate in our BBOP race on August 16, 2025 to show off their new skills!

Ready to sign up? Register HERE.

Help is available for TeamSnap registration!

???

What to Wear

All youth are required to wear a PFD. We will have PFDs and paddles available, but bring a PFD and/or paddle if you have one. 

  • Dress in layers, avoid cotton. Rain gear help to keep the body warm and insulated. Tights worn for other sport work well.

  • Wear shoes that you don’t mind getting wet- neoprene booties with wool socks will help keep the feet warm.

  • Bring a change of clothes and a towel.

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Categories: Education Kids Local History Outdoor Recreation
Sep
13
Sat
Whatcom County Farm Tour @ See website for participating farms
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Sep 13 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Whatcom County Farm Tour @ See website for participating farms

The Whatcom County Farm Tour will be held on Saturday, September 13, 2025 from 10:00 AM-4:00 PM! Each of the locations will offer a unique opportunity to meet the folks who grow and raise our food and learn more about how that food makes it from the farm to our plate. This self-guided event is FREE for all ages! https://sustainableconnections.org/whatcom-county-farm-tour/

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Categories: Education Family Events Home & Garden Kids Outdoor Recreation
August – September 2025 Aug – Sep 2025