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The WhatcomTalk Events Calendar shares things to do around Whatcom County including Bellingham, Ferndale, Lynden, Blaine and beyond. Find fun activities and adventures throughout the region on our comprehensive events calendar. Have an event that isn’t listed? Click the green “Post your Event” button and our editors will review and approve within two business days.

Jul
15
Tue
Youth Outrigger Paddling Lessons @ Bellingham Bay Outrigger Paddlers
Jul 15 @ 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.

Jul
16
Wed
Summer Play Days at Barkley Village @ Barkley Plaza next to Wood Coffee
Jul 16 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Summer Play Days at Barkley Village @ Barkley Plaza next to Wood Coffee

We are excited to add a new event to our summer event roster! Barkley Village Playdays on the Plaza is a free outdoor play event for children and their caregivers that takes place every Wednesday from 10-11am in July and August.

Jul
17
Thu
Youth Outrigger Paddling Lessons @ Bellingham Bay Outrigger Paddlers
Jul 17 @ 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.

Jul
22
Tue
Youth Outrigger Paddling Lessons @ Bellingham Bay Outrigger Paddlers
Jul 22 @ 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.

Jul
23
Wed
Summer Play Days at Barkley Village @ Barkley Plaza next to Wood Coffee
Jul 23 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Summer Play Days at Barkley Village @ Barkley Plaza next to Wood Coffee

We are excited to add a new event to our summer event roster! Barkley Village Playdays on the Plaza is a free outdoor play event for children and their caregivers that takes place every Wednesday from 10-11am in July and August.

Jul
24
Thu
Youth Outrigger Paddling Lessons @ Bellingham Bay Outrigger Paddlers
Jul 24 @ 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.

Jul
29
Tue
Youth Outrigger Paddling Lessons @ Bellingham Bay Outrigger Paddlers
Jul 29 @ 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.

Jul
30
Wed
Summer Play Days at Barkley Village @ Barkley Plaza next to Wood Coffee
Jul 30 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Summer Play Days at Barkley Village @ Barkley Plaza next to Wood Coffee

We are excited to add a new event to our summer event roster! Barkley Village Playdays on the Plaza is a free outdoor play event for children and their caregivers that takes place every Wednesday from 10-11am in July and August.

Jul
31
Thu
Youth Outrigger Paddling Lessons @ Bellingham Bay Outrigger Paddlers
Jul 31 @ 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.

Aug
5
Tue
Youth Outrigger Paddling Lessons @ Bellingham Bay Outrigger Paddlers
Aug 5 @ 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.

Aug
6
Wed
Summer Play Days at Barkley Village @ Barkley Plaza next to Wood Coffee
Aug 6 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Summer Play Days at Barkley Village @ Barkley Plaza next to Wood Coffee

We are excited to add a new event to our summer event roster! Barkley Village Playdays on the Plaza is a free outdoor play event for children and their caregivers that takes place every Wednesday from 10-11am in July and August.

Aug
7
Thu
Youth Outrigger Paddling Lessons @ Bellingham Bay Outrigger Paddlers
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!

???

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.

Aug
12
Tue
The Rascal Rodeo @ NW Washington Fair and Event Center
Aug 12 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
The Rascal Rodeo @ NW Washington Fair and Event Center

Coppinger Law P.S. would like to welcome our community to participate in this year’s Rascal Rodeo

The Rascal Rodeo provides an opportunity to foster community and support for those with special abilities and their families. It is a truly heartwarming and fun-filled event open to participants of ALL ages with physical and developmental disabilities. Participants can take part in various activities including simulated cow milking, safe and fun simulated bull rides, riding real horses, roping barrel steers, and other fun opportunities meant to include all participants regardless of their ability levels. Participants will take home a free Rascal Rodeo T-shirt, handkerchief and buckle belt. Most importantly, they leave with a sense of achievement and lots of excitement for next year’s Rodeo!

Any participant that pre-registers will receive a free admissions ticket to the NW Washington Fair for themselves and one care provider. All volunteers that pre-register will receive one free admission ticket for themselves. Tickets will be available for pick up at the Will Call window at the front gate.

For further information or participation/volunteer registration please visit https://www.rascalrodeo.org/.

Official Rascal Rodeo Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/2173530399832785

Youth Outrigger Paddling Lessons @ Bellingham Bay Outrigger Paddlers
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.

Aug
13
Wed
Summer Play Days at Barkley Village @ Barkley Plaza next to Wood Coffee
Aug 13 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Summer Play Days at Barkley Village @ Barkley Plaza next to Wood Coffee

We are excited to add a new event to our summer event roster! Barkley Village Playdays on the Plaza is a free outdoor play event for children and their caregivers that takes place every Wednesday from 10-11am in July and August.

Aug
14
Thu
Youth Outrigger Paddling Lessons @ Bellingham Bay Outrigger Paddlers
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.

Aug
19
Tue
Youth Outrigger Paddling Lessons @ Bellingham Bay Outrigger Paddlers
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.

Aug
20
Wed
Summer Play Days at Barkley Village @ Barkley Plaza next to Wood Coffee
Aug 20 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Summer Play Days at Barkley Village @ Barkley Plaza next to Wood Coffee

We are excited to add a new event to our summer event roster! Barkley Village Playdays on the Plaza is a free outdoor play event for children and their caregivers that takes place every Wednesday from 10-11am in July and August.

Aug
21
Thu
Youth Outrigger Paddling Lessons @ Bellingham Bay Outrigger Paddlers
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!

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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.

Aug
27
Wed
Summer Play Days at Barkley Village @ Barkley Plaza next to Wood Coffee
Aug 27 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Summer Play Days at Barkley Village @ Barkley Plaza next to Wood Coffee

We are excited to add a new event to our summer event roster! Barkley Village Playdays on the Plaza is a free outdoor play event for children and their caregivers that takes place every Wednesday from 10-11am in July and August.

Sep
13
Sat
Whatcom County Farm Tour @ See website for participating farms
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/

Oct
31
Fri
Barkley Boo-Levard @ Barkley Village Gazebo
Oct 31 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Barkley Boo-Levard @ Barkley Village Gazebo

Barkley Village will once again be hosting the Barkley Boo-Levard trick-or-treat event. Local businesses will be opening their doors from 4 to 6pm for tricks, treats, and fun!