EVENTS

WHIDBEY ISLAND MARATHON: Sunday, April 23. Oak Harbor. The Whidbey Island Marathon offers a 1K kids run, 5K, 10K, half marathon and marathon. The events start and end in Oak Harbor. Competitors get to run across the Deception Pass Bridge. All competitors get tech shirts, customer finisher medals, personalized bibs and free race photos. For more information or to register, visit runwhidbey.org.

TOUR DE LOPEZ: Saturday, April 29. This is a great family event. Come for the day or stay for the weekend. Non-competitive rural road tour through scenic Lopez Island. Registration includes buffet lunch, live music and beer garden. For more information, visit lopezisland.com.

SKI TO SEA: Sunday, May 28, Registration is open! Ski to Sea is the original multisport relay race from Mt. Baker to Bellingham Bay, now celebrating 50 years. A team consists of three — eight racers competing in seven different sports: Cross country ski, downhill ski/snowboard, running, road bike, canoe (two paddlers), cyclocross bike and sea kayak. The racecourse runs through the towns of Glacier, Maple Falls, Kendall, Everson, Lynden and Ferndale, finishing at Marine Park in the historic Fairhaven district of Bellingham. Together with the Historic Fairhaven Festival, Ski to Sea is the largest one-day event in Whatcom County and the largest multisport race in North America. For more information or to register, go to skitosea.com.

SEVENTY 48: Friday, June 2. A 70mile unsupported, human-powered boat race from Tacoma to Port Townsend. The race is over 48 hours after it starts. Teams must ring the bell at City Dock in Port Townsend by 7 p.m. The prizes will be awarded during the Race to Alaska PreRace Ruckus on stage with the band. Applications are accepted until tax day, April 15. For more information or to register, go to seventy48.com.

RACE TO ALASKA:

Monday, June 5 and Thursday, June 8. Race to Alaska is held in two legs. Stage 1 is a 40-mile sprint from Port Townsend to Victoria, B.C., which is designed as a qualifier for the full race. It’s also an opportunity for people who want to see what it’s about without doing the full 750 miles. Stage 2 is the long haul from Victoria to Ketchikan, Alaska. Racers start at high noon on June 8 and follow their own route across the 710 miles to Ketchikan. There’s no official course besides a waypoint in Bella Bella, B.C. For more information or to register, visit r2ak.com.

BELLINGHAM SWIMRUN: Sunday, June 11. The Swedes discovered SwimRun in 2006. It consists of swimming and running and swimming and running. The Bellingham SwimRun will be held at Lake Padden and offered as a 15K and 5K. Racers can compete solo or with a team. For more information, visit questraces.com/bellingham-swimrun.

LAKE WHATCOM TRIATHLON:

Saturday, July 8. An Olympic-distance triathlon that is a USAT sanctioned event. The race includes a 1500-meter swim on Lake Whatcom, 40km bike ride along North Shore Drive and Y Road, and a 10km run around the trails of beautiful Whatcom Falls Park, with the transition area and start/finish lines at Bloedel Donovan Park. The event draws beginner to elite athletes, in individual and relay divisions, and includes an expo area for athletes and spectators. For more information or to register, visit lakewhatcomtriathlon.com.

NORTHWEST TUNE-UP: July 1416. Bellingham. A bike, beer and music festival celebrating PNW culture on the waterfront. Family friendly events. Early Bird ticket pricing on 3-day festival passes, which include access to endless bike demos, award-winning headliners, bike and skills clinics, shuttles to trailheads and more. For more information, visit NWTuneUp.com.

CASCADIA DIRT CUP SERIES: July 15-16. Takes place on Galbraith Mountain across two days. Podium awards and postrace revelry will be held down on Bellingham’s waterfront each day at the Northwest Tune-Up. For more information or to register, visit racecascadia.com/events.

TOUR DE WHATCOM: Saturday, July 22. Enjoy all that the Northwest has to offer in one ride — Mt. Baker, Lake Whatcom, valleys, rivers, farmland and beaches. Rides vary from 22 to 100 miles. Join the post ride party at Boundary Bay Brewery. For more information, visit tourdewhatcom.com.

BELLINGHAM TRAVERSE: Saturday, August 19. A new course this year. The trail run now loops around Lake Padden and the paddle loops around Bellingham Bay. For more information or to register, visit bellinghamtraverse.com.

BELLINGHAM OFF-ROAD TRIATHLON: Sunday, August 20. Includes a 800 meter swim on Lake Padden, 9K mountain bike loop along the Lake Padden horse trails, and finishes with the classic 4.1K (2.6 mile) gravel loop trail around Lake Padden. Transition area will be on the grass near the old baseball fields at Lake Padden Park. Beginner to elite friendly and you can do it with friends as a relay. For more information, visit bellinghamoffroadtri.com.

GOAT RUN: Saturday, September 9. Great Olympic Adventure Trail Run is a point-to-point half marathon, marathon, and 50K trail race that traverses Kelly Ridge between the Olympic National Park and the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Port Angeles. For more information, visit peninsulaadventuresports.com.

MT. BAKER HILL CLIMB: Sunday, September 17. Ascend 4,462’ from Chair 9 in Glacier to Artist Point (5,140’ elevation) in 22 miles along the Mt. Baker Highway. One of the most scenic paved roads in the country. Steep elevation but the views are stunning. Experience the agony and the ecstasy. Awarded the #2 Hill Climb in the U.S. by Gran Fondo Guide. For more information, visit bakerhillclimb.com.

THE BIG HURT: Saturday, September 23. A premier multi-sport race on the Olympic Peninsula. A four-leg test of endurance, strength and tenacity intertwined with the beauty of the North Olympic Peninsula. The event starts with 15-mile mountain bike, followed by 2.6mile kayak, 30-mile road bike and a 10K run along the scenic Olympic Discovery Trail, Port Angeles. For more information, visit bighurtpa.com.

Eats

Blaine

DRAYTON HARBOR OYSTER CO.

685 Peace Portal Drive

360/656-5958 draytonharboroysters.com

Long local tap list and global wines tide-to-table oysters

Cozy atmosphere, beautiful sunsets

Dine-in, take-out, shuck-at-home

PACKERS KITCHEN & BAR AT SEMIAHMOO RESORT

9565 Semiahmoo Parkway

360/318-2090 semiahmoo.com

Enjoy seaside dining with stunning views and a fresh menu of seafood, hand-crafted pizza, and local specialties.

Bellingham

BELLINGHAM CIDER COMPANY

205 Prospect Street, Suite A105

360 /510 8494 bellinghamcider.com

Bellingham Cider Co. is a local craft cider producer and solar-powered restaurant with a full bar overlooking Bellingham Bay. Our food is prepped fresh and sourced from local farms and businesses.

DIAMOND JIM’S GRILL

2400 Meridian Street

360/734-8687 diamondjimsgrill.com

Local diner serving breakfast & lunch. We’ve been making our’ popular 10” pancakes in Bellingham since April Fool’s Day of 1998. Order online for take out & delivery, open Thurs - Mon 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.

BOUNDARY BAY

BREWERY & BISTRO

1107 Railroad Ave

360/647-5593 bbaybrewery.com

Boundary Bay Brewery is a familyfriendly community hub. Unwind in the taproom, bistro, deck or beer garden with handcrafted brews, fresh local food. Open every day at 11 a.m.

HOLLY’S MEAT PIES

1306 Commercial St. 360/778-1111 hollysmeatpies.com

Washington’s original Pasty company. Artisan hand pies made from scratch. Order online.

PENNY FARTHING BAR AND RESTAURANT AT CHUCKANUT BAY DISTILLERY

1309 Cornwall Avenue 360/738-7179 chuckanutbaydistillery.com

Featuring a variety of delicious, shareable “small plate” dishes and creative craft cocktails, Penny Farthing is the perfect downtown Bellingham destination for any occasion.

THE NORTH FORK BARREL HOUSE & BEER SHRINE

1900 Grant Street, Suite 101 360/224-2088 northforkbrewery.com/the-barrel-house

Open Thursday thru Tuesday (closed Wednesdays)

Ages 21+

Our new taproom in Bellingham! Here you’ll find some of our sour projects, other ales, and lagers from our Deming brewery. The Barrel House does not serve food at this time. Weekday Happy Hour 3-5 p.m.

Burlington

SKAGIT’S OWN FISH MARKET

18042 Hwy 20 360/707-2722 skagitfish.com

Offering the highest quality in local seafood. Daily lunch specials freshly prepared. Local jams, jellies, salsas, honey and sauces.

CONCRETE

ANNIE’S PIZZA STATION

44568 State Route 20 360/853-7227 anniespizzastation.com

Family-owned pizza restaurant focusing on fresh, homemade quality Italian fare. Friendly service, helpful information and great food combine for an unforgettable experience.

Deming

THE NORTH FORK BREWERY

6186 Mt. Baker Highway 360/599-2337 northforkbrewery.com

Handcrafted beer and hand tossed pizza. Order online for to-go orders. New covered beer garden. Weekday Happy Hour Mon-Fri 1-5 p.m.

Edison

TERRAMAR BREWSTILLERY

5712 Gilkey Ave. 360/399-6222 terramarcraft.com

Crafting hyper local beer, cider, spirits & pizza. The brewery taproom is family & dog friendly. The distillery “Speakeasy” is 21+. Patio dining surrounded by views of Puget Sound and Cascades.

Everson

HOLLY’S MEAT PIES

128 Main Street

360/966-2400 hollysmeatpies.com

Washington’s original Pasty company. Artisan hand pies made from scratch. Order frozen pasties online.

Glacier

WAKE ‘N BAKERY

6903 Bourne Street

360/599-9378 getsconed.com

Open daily from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. serving breakfast burritos & sandwiches, quiche, soup, paninis, and freshly baked goods. Savory and sweet gluten-free and vegan options. Organic espresso and coffee.

CHAIR 9 WOODSTONE PIZZA AND BAR

10459 Mt. Baker Highway 360/599-2511 chair9.com

The perfect place to enjoy a great family meal or a brew after a day on the mountain. Bands play weekends. Try the “Canuck’s Deluxe” pizza, a staff favorite. Open for lunch and dinner. Check music events on Facebook.

THE HELIOTROPE IN GLACIER

9990 Mt. Baker Highway 360/603-8589 theheliotropeinglacier.com

Serving international food – Asian, Middle Eastern and African. Dine in or take out.

Mount Vernon

SKAGIT VALLEY FOOD CO-OP

202 S. 1st Street

360/336-9777 skagitfoodcoop.com

We make our deli food from scratch using fresh, quality ingredients, sourced from local and organic suppliers whenever possible. Stop in for entrees, side dishes, soups, salads, sandwiches, or our handmade, organic ice cream. We offer vegan, vegetarian, raw, gluten-free, and whole food choices for every meal.

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