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Jun
8
Sat
Wild Things:Toddler&Family Nature Exploration @ Marine Park
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Jun 8 @ 9:30 am – 11:00 am
Wild Things:Toddler&Family Nature Exploration @ Marine Park

Join us every Friday and Saturday morning from 9:30-11:00am to explore local parks with your little one! Wild Things is a placed-based community program that meets in a different local park each month to see what nature has to offer. We get curious about whatever natural wonders we discover as we move at a toddler’s pace, then wrap up with a “snack and story time”. In June we will be meeting at Marine Park to explore the shore and heron rookery. Best for ages 0-6, older siblings always welcome. We meet year round rain or shine. Registration is encouraged, but not required. Program is donation based/pay-what-you-can

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Categories: Education Family Events Kids Outdoor Recreation Tags: #Family #familyevent #getoutdoors #natureconnection Kids Nature outdoors
Wild Things:Toddler&Family Nature Exploration @ Marine Park
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Jun 8 @ 9:30 am – 11:00 am
Wild Things:Toddler&Family Nature Exploration @ Marine Park

Join us every Friday and Saturday morning from 9:30-11:00am to explore local parks with your little one! Wild Things is a placed-based community program that meets in a different local park each month to see what nature has to offer. We get curious about whatever natural wonders we discover as we move at a toddler’s pace, then wrap up with a “snack and story time”. In June we will be meeting at Marine Park to explore the shore and heron rookery. Best for ages 0-6, older siblings always welcome. We meet year round rain or shine. Registration is encouraged, but not required. Program is donation based/pay-what-you-can

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Family Friendly Low-Tide Exploration Field Trip @ Marine Park
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Jun 8 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Family Friendly Low-Tide Exploration Field Trip @ Marine Park

Join naturalists from local nonprofit Wild Whatcom to get curious about intertidal creatures! We will be exploring Marine Park in Fairhaven during a strong low tide, which can reveal sea stars,crabs, nudibranchs, sand dollars, and more! We will provide magnifying glasses, buckets to create mini-habitats. Marine Park can be windy, even on warm days, so layers like sweaters or windbreakers are helpful to have on hand, in addition to sunscreen, water, and hats. This outing is family friendly and great or all ages! Donation Based/Pay-What-You-Can. Register ahead of time on WildWhatcom.org

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Jun
15
Sat
Wild Things:Toddler&Family Nature Exploration @ Marine Park
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Jun 15 @ 9:30 am – 11:00 am
Wild Things:Toddler&Family Nature Exploration @ Marine Park

Join us every Friday and Saturday morning from 9:30-11:00am to explore local parks with your little one! Wild Things is a placed-based community program that meets in a different local park each month to see what nature has to offer. We get curious about whatever natural wonders we discover as we move at a toddler’s pace, then wrap up with a “snack and story time”. In June we will be meeting at Marine Park to explore the shore and heron rookery. Best for ages 0-6, older siblings always welcome. We meet year round rain or shine. Registration is encouraged, but not required. Program is donation based/pay-what-you-can

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Free Community Clothing Swap! @ IBC
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Jun 15 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Free Community Clothing Swap! @ IBC

It’s our fifth annual Free Community Clothing Swap! We will have all sizes, genders, ages, seasons, and styles, including shoes, accessories, and outerwear.
Will be taking place Sat. June 15th, 10am-2pm at 2000 W North St in Bellingham.
Clothes can be brought to exchange, but it’s never required. This is a free clothing event, open to all. Last year we served over 300 Whatcom residents in person, and all leftover items went to local assistance groups to helps others free of charge. We had enough clothing for 3000-4000 individuals and hope to clothe even more of our neighbors this year!
This year we’ll have an expanded activity area for kids, refreshments for attendees, and lots of clothing to share. Hope to see you there!

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Categories: Family Events Kids Volunteering and Community Enrichment Tags: #familyevent clothes clothing free Kids resources
Trees of the PNW: A Wildcrafting Series with Northwest Natura (Day 2)
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Jun 15 @ 3:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Trees of the PNW: A Wildcrafting Series with Northwest Natura (Day 2)

This is day 2 of the series.

This series is designed for individuals at any skill level who are interested in learning more about trees and wildcrafting skills.

Each class will incorporate guided note-taking and hands-on experience that will familiarize you with various trees of the Pacific Northwest.

Overall, we will be moving at a slow pace during each outing as we focus on our surroundings and have mini lectures, and the second half of class will generally be stationary to engage in crafts and activities.

Expect some gentle to moderate hiking, and some kneeling or squatting.

Each class will build on the previous one. For more details, keep reading!

This is a deep dive into more mixed forest species and a wildcrafting course using Pacific Willow or Vine Maple, and Western Redcedar.

What to expect:

First Half: We will wander along a forest road and onto random footpaths along the Nooksack River, observing tree species and searching for the perfect materials to use in the second half of class. This class will be accessible while incorporating wandering and choosing paths at random based on resources and curiosity.

Second Half: Using Western Redcedar from the forest, learn how to make traditional cordage. Using willow stems from the riverbank, enjoy the view while you craft a decorative ring to be hung up in your garden, your front door, or elsewhere to be admired. Extra decorating materials will be provided. An email with ideas of what you may want to bring for decorations will be sent to you a few days prior to the event.

***Please register via the website.

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Jun
21
Fri
Wild Things:Toddler&Family Nature Exploration @ Marine Park
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Jun 21 @ 9:30 am – 11:00 am
Wild Things:Toddler&Family Nature Exploration @ Marine Park

Join us every Friday and Saturday morning from 9:30-11:00am to explore local parks with your little one! Wild Things is a placed-based community program that meets in a different local park each month to see what nature has to offer. We get curious about whatever natural wonders we discover as we move at a toddler’s pace, then wrap up with a “snack and story time”. In June we will be meeting at Marine Park to explore the shore and heron rookery. Best for ages 0-6, older siblings always welcome. We meet year round rain or shine. Registration is encouraged, but not required. Program is donation based/pay-what-you-can

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Jun
22
Sat
Wild Things:Toddler&Family Nature Exploration @ Marine Park
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Jun 22 @ 9:30 am – 11:00 am
Wild Things:Toddler&Family Nature Exploration @ Marine Park

Join us every Friday and Saturday morning from 9:30-11:00am to explore local parks with your little one! Wild Things is a placed-based community program that meets in a different local park each month to see what nature has to offer. We get curious about whatever natural wonders we discover as we move at a toddler’s pace, then wrap up with a “snack and story time”. In June we will be meeting at Marine Park to explore the shore and heron rookery. Best for ages 0-6, older siblings always welcome. We meet year round rain or shine. Registration is encouraged, but not required. Program is donation based/pay-what-you-can

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The Official Juneteenth Celebration @ Boulevard Park
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Jun 22 @ 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Join us as we celebrate life and freedom together and reflect on the past and look to the future.

The event will be from 2:00 – 6:00 PM

This celebration will not only uplift and highlight Black people in our community, but it will be a family friendly day filled with guest speakers, performances, a live DJ, games, dancing, entertainment, local vendors, food trucks and more!

We encourage ALL members of our community to celebrate with us!!

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Categories: Family Events Festivals, Expos & Parades Tags: #facepainting #familyevent #foodtrucks #Juneteenth #LocalVendors Dancing DJ livemusic
Jun
28
Fri
Wild Things:Toddler&Family Nature Exploration @ Marine Park
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Jun 28 @ 9:30 am – 11:00 am
Wild Things:Toddler&Family Nature Exploration @ Marine Park

Join us every Friday and Saturday morning from 9:30-11:00am to explore local parks with your little one! Wild Things is a placed-based community program that meets in a different local park each month to see what nature has to offer. We get curious about whatever natural wonders we discover as we move at a toddler’s pace, then wrap up with a “snack and story time”. In June we will be meeting at Marine Park to explore the shore and heron rookery. Best for ages 0-6, older siblings always welcome. We meet year round rain or shine. Registration is encouraged, but not required. Program is donation based/pay-what-you-can

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Jun
29
Sat
Wild Things:Toddler&Family Nature Exploration @ Marine Park
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Jun 29 @ 9:30 am – 11:00 am
Wild Things:Toddler&Family Nature Exploration @ Marine Park

Join us every Friday and Saturday morning from 9:30-11:00 am to explore local parks with your little one! Wild Things is a placed-based community program that meets in a different local park each month to see what nature has to offer. We get curious about whatever natural wonders we discover as we move at a toddler’s pace, then wrap up with a “snack and story time”. In June we will be meeting at Marine Park to explore the shore and heron rookery. Best for ages 0-6, older siblings always welcome. We meet year round rain or shine. Registration is encouraged, but not required. Program is donation based/pay-what-you-can

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Trees of the PNW: A Wildcrafting Series with Northwest Natura (Day 3)
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Jun 29 @ 2:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Trees of the PNW: A Wildcrafting Series with Northwest Natura (Day 3)

This series is designed for individuals at any skill level who are interested in learning more about trees and wildcrafting skills.

Each class will incorporate guided note-taking and hands-on experience that will familiarize you with various trees of the Pacific Northwest.

Overall, we will be moving at a slow pace during each outing as we focus on our surroundings and have mini lectures, and the second half of class will generally be stationary to engage in crafts and activities.

Expect some gentle to moderate hiking, and some kneeling or squatting.

Each class will build on the previous one. For more details, keep reading!

DAY 3-
First Half: Test your identification skills gained over the series.

Second Half: Harvest and process Red Alder and start a carving project with guidance. Bring a saw and a hatchet if you have one, and spoon-carving knives if you want to make a spoon. Bushcraft knives will be provided to everyone. Saws, axes, and spoon knives are limited but available to borrow.

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Registered individuals will receive details in an event-reminder emails a few days prior to each event with driving directions.

Please register via website.

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Jul
12
Fri
2024 Northwest Tune-Up Festival @ Waterfront Waypoint Park
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Jul 12 all-day
2024 Northwest Tune-Up Festival @ Waterfront Waypoint Park

Northwest Tune-Up isn’t your average music festival. It’s a thrilling fusion of world-class mountain biking adrenaline-pumping bike races award-winning breweries and live performances by top-tier musicians—all in one of North America’s best mountain bike destinations.

Experience 3 days of bike demos from top cycling brands shuttles to nearby trailheads hands-on skills clinics spectator-friendly bike races endless cycling entertainment 20+ taps from local craft brewers and over a dozen performers across 3 stages.

Mainstage Music:
* Friday: Yonder Mountain String Band (bluegrass) Indigo De Souza (bubblegrunge) Petty or Not (pop) and The Lil Smokies (Montana roots bluegrass)
* Saturday: Lupe Fiasco (hip-hop) Emancipator (livetronica) Magic Sword (synthwave) and Protoje meets Tippy I (modern reggae)
* Sunday: RJD2 (electronica) Dengue Fever (Cambodian rock) Saxsquatch (filthstep with Bigfoot) and The Moondoggies (American rock)

Free afternoon music on the Tunetown stages in Expo Village. Besides the public zone, paid ticket are accessible for all fans: music-only tickets, 3-day tickets, VIP tickets, single-day tickets, and youth. Children 12 and under free with adult.

Located at the Bellingham Waterfront, July 12–14, 2024.  For tickets or more information, visit nwtuneup.com.

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Categories: Arts and Entertainment Family Events Festivals, Expos & Parades Music Concerts Volunteering and Community Enrichment Tags: #Beer&Music #bikes #biketrip #indiemusic #LocalArtists #LocalVendors #musicperformance #outdoor #outdoormusic #SupportLocal mountain bike Mountain Biking music festival natural world Nature pnw
Jul
13
Sat
2024 Northwest Tune-Up Festival @ Waterfront Waypoint Park
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Jul 13 all-day
2024 Northwest Tune-Up Festival @ Waterfront Waypoint Park

Northwest Tune-Up isn’t your average music festival. It’s a thrilling fusion of world-class mountain biking adrenaline-pumping bike races award-winning breweries and live performances by top-tier musicians—all in one of North America’s best mountain bike destinations.

Experience 3 days of bike demos from top cycling brands shuttles to nearby trailheads hands-on skills clinics spectator-friendly bike races endless cycling entertainment 20+ taps from local craft brewers and over a dozen performers across 3 stages.

Mainstage Music:
* Friday: Yonder Mountain String Band (bluegrass) Indigo De Souza (bubblegrunge) Petty or Not (pop) and The Lil Smokies (Montana roots bluegrass)
* Saturday: Lupe Fiasco (hip-hop) Emancipator (livetronica) Magic Sword (synthwave) and Protoje meets Tippy I (modern reggae)
* Sunday: RJD2 (electronica) Dengue Fever (Cambodian rock) Saxsquatch (filthstep with Bigfoot) and The Moondoggies (American rock)

Free afternoon music on the Tunetown stages in Expo Village. Besides the public zone, paid ticket are accessible for all fans: music-only tickets, 3-day tickets, VIP tickets, single-day tickets, and youth. Children 12 and under free with adult.

Located at the Bellingham Waterfront, July 12–14, 2024.  For tickets or more information, visit nwtuneup.com.

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Categories: Arts and Entertainment Family Events Festivals, Expos & Parades Music Concerts Volunteering and Community Enrichment Tags: #Beer&Music #bikes #biketrip #indiemusic #LocalArtists #LocalVendors #musicperformance #outdoor #outdoormusic #SupportLocal mountain bike Mountain Biking music festival natural world Nature pnw
Jul
14
Sun
2024 Northwest Tune-Up Festival @ Waterfront Waypoint Park
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Jul 14 all-day
2024 Northwest Tune-Up Festival @ Waterfront Waypoint Park

Northwest Tune-Up isn’t your average music festival. It’s a thrilling fusion of world-class mountain biking adrenaline-pumping bike races award-winning breweries and live performances by top-tier musicians—all in one of North America’s best mountain bike destinations.

Experience 3 days of bike demos from top cycling brands shuttles to nearby trailheads hands-on skills clinics spectator-friendly bike races endless cycling entertainment 20+ taps from local craft brewers and over a dozen performers across 3 stages.

Mainstage Music:
* Friday: Yonder Mountain String Band (bluegrass) Indigo De Souza (bubblegrunge) Petty or Not (pop) and The Lil Smokies (Montana roots bluegrass)
* Saturday: Lupe Fiasco (hip-hop) Emancipator (livetronica) Magic Sword (synthwave) and Protoje meets Tippy I (modern reggae)
* Sunday: RJD2 (electronica) Dengue Fever (Cambodian rock) Saxsquatch (filthstep with Bigfoot) and The Moondoggies (American rock)

Free afternoon music on the Tunetown stages in Expo Village. Besides the public zone, paid ticket are accessible for all fans: music-only tickets, 3-day tickets, VIP tickets, single-day tickets, and youth. Children 12 and under free with adult.

Located at the Bellingham Waterfront, July 12–14, 2024.  For tickets or more information, visit nwtuneup.com.

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Categories: Arts and Entertainment Family Events Festivals, Expos & Parades Music Concerts Volunteering and Community Enrichment Tags: #Beer&Music #bikes #biketrip #indiemusic #LocalArtists #LocalVendors #musicperformance #outdoor #outdoormusic #SupportLocal mountain bike Mountain Biking music festival natural world Nature pnw
Jul
28
Sun
PNW Subalpine Wildflowers – Plant ID walk with Northwest Natura @ Heather Meadows
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Jul 28 @ 1:30 pm – 5:30 pm
PNW Subalpine Wildflowers - Plant ID walk with Northwest Natura @ Heather Meadows

Take a walk with a naturalist and trained botanist to one of the most beautiful areas in the North Cascades. The park-like setting of Heather Meadows offers several trails, picturesque views, and incredible biodiversity of wildlife.

At an elevation of ~4,300ft above sea level, Heather Meadows has close-up views of Kulshan (Mt. Baker stratovolcano), Shuksan, Table Mountain, and the jagged peaks of the North Cascades and Coast Range.

This course is a casual walk through your new favorite habitat! You will learn the names of subalpine flora and fauna and the natural history of the area. Wear your hiking boots and bring a camera! This trip is one you don’t want to miss!

What to Bring:
Dress for the weather – wear hiking boots or comfortable shoes.

Snacks/lunch

Water

Sunscreen

Notepad and pen (optional)

Class size is limited!

Registered individuals will receive details on location in an event-reminder email in the week leading up to the event.

Please Register via the website.

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Categories: Education Local History Outdoor Recreation Workshops, Classes and Lectures Tags: botany ethnobotany hiking pnw hiking pnw native plants wildflowers
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