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It’s summertime and the traveling should be easy. No killer drives. Summer travel should be relaxed and fun. If you agree, then the WaterSide communities are just the place for you. Stretching from Point Roberts, Washington, in the north through Tsawwassen, Ladner and Richmond, British Columbia, down to the beautiful San Juan Islands,
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WaterSide 2010 is a special publication of Point Roberts Press, Inc. which publishes The Northern Light, the weekly newspaper of Blaine and Birch Bay, Washington, the All Point Bulletin, a monthly newspaper serving Point Roberts, the Mount Baker Experience, a quarterly publication serving the Mt. Baker foothills region and other special publications and maps. Patrick Grubb, publisher Louise Mugar, co-publisher Ruth Lauman, Charlie Hagan Heather Chattergee, graphics Molly Ernst, Janet McCall, Martha Alvarado, advertising Heidi Holmes, office manager Text & photos by Pat Grubb; Other photos shown by credit Cover design by Charlie Hagan Cover photo by RoseAnn Alspektor Above photo by Ruth Lauman Distributed to retailers, visitor information centers and other outlets from Vancouver, B.C. to Seattle, WA Point Roberts Press 225 Marine Drive Blaine, WA 98230 Phone 360/332-1777 Fax 360/332-2777 Email: sales@thenorthernlight.com Web: www.thenorthernlight.com Vol. 15
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The San Juans.............................................4 Whidbey island ..........................................5 Anacortes.....................................................6 La Conner.....................................................7 Chuckanut Drive........................................8 Whalewatching & Cruises ......................9 Bellingham................................................10 Fairhaven & Lummi Island ...................11 Wineries .....................................................12 Birch Bay ....................................................13 Beaches ......................................................15 Blaine ..........................................................18 Rainy Day Ideas .......................................19 Tide Tables ................................................22 Golf Courses .............................................23 Summer Events .......................................24 White Rock ................................................26 Richmond & Steveston .........................27 Tsawwassen & Ladner ...........................28 Point Roberts ..........................................30
there are dozens of places for you to discover, enjoy and return to on future journeys. Take your time as you move from town to town. The communities have a heavy schedule of fairs, festivals and events so be certain to check the calendar of events before you visit. Don’t forget spontaneity, though. Some of our best times have come in unexpected moments.
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The San Juans are part of an archipelago extending into Canadian waters. In all, including the Canadian Gulf Islands, there are over 450 islands at high tide. Lopez Island is one of the flatter islands, making it ideal for the cyclist or stroller. It is also the first stop on the ferry from Anacortes, making it possible to go for a day trip. Known for its artists and artisans, there are attractive parks where visitors can enjoy the ocean and its inhabitants. San Juan Island is the second largest island and has much to recommend itself to visitors. Friday Harbor is the ferry terminus and often the end destination for weekend visitors. Packed with shops and restaurants, it’s a place you can abide awhile. Hop on a bike or a scooter and explore. The “West Side” of the island is a local favorite for whale watching and soaking in the sunsets. Head over to the British and American camps where the Pig War almost took place way back in 1859. A dispute over a pig, shot and killed by an American farmer who found it rooting in his potato patch, acerbated a running dispute between the U.S. and Great Britain over ownership of the San Juans. Not until Kaiser Wilhelm I of Germany ruled in favor of the U.S. in 1872 did the matter get resolved. Mosey on over to Roche Harbor and take a look at the yachts in the harbor. Have lunch or dinner at the historic Haro Hotel. Whale watching and other marine-related activities are the obvious and popular activities on the island. Orcas Island is the largest of the San Juans and is the third ferry stop from Anacortes. Mt. Constitution, 2409 feet or 800 meters high, is a favorite destination of cyclists and hikers.
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Home to Whidbey Naval Air Station (“Pardon Our Noise – It’s The Sound of Freedom�), small towns and beautiful parks and lovely beaches are big attractions on Whidbey Island. Deception Pass State Park is so pretty that occasionally visitors don’t pass it onto the island proper. Stop for a swim at Cranberry Lake. Depending on when you visit (late May, early June), a small group of resident gray whales arrive at South Whidbey and Saratoga Passage to feed on ghost shrimp.The island is home to many artists and craftspeople. You could spend days visiting studios or taking classes if you’d like to learn or to advance your skills. Historic Coupeville and Oak Harbor are the main centers of the local art community though it’s spread throughout the island. If you’re into local fare, make sure you stop at one of the plentiful farmer’s
markets or straight to the farm itself. Markets can be found in Oak Harbor, Coupeville, Bayview Corner and elsewhere. Need to work off that food? The island is perfect for hiking, biking, walking and all sorts of water sports. If you’re a diver, you’ll want to head to Keystone Jetty. Not too deep but very spectacular. Bird-watching and people watching are two evocations high on visitor’s lists. Birdwatchers come year-round while people watchers tend to like the summer months when they can hit one of the many beautiful beaches lining the shores of this intriguing island.
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An honest, hardworking sea town, Anacortes is a study in contrasts. At the harbor you have the shipyards and the memorial to those lost at sea while on Commercial Avenue you have the highend galleries and the upscale eateries. Anacortes pretty much offers something for everyone. Located on Fidalgo Island and accessible by bridges, the town’s population is approximately 20,000. To get your bearings, drive or bike to the 1,300 foot summit of Mt. Erie towering over Anacortes. From here, you can survey the four points of the compass and get the lay of the land. Notice all the new homes going up on your drive? Software millionaires from Seattle and points south have discovered the area. Alternatively, take a three minute drive up to the Cap Sante lookout. There are great views of downtown Anacortes and Guemes Channel in a nearly 360-degree vista. If you’re wondering about those military jets flying low and loud, you’re just a few miles from the Whidbey Island Naval Air Station. Take a walk through the historic Anacortes Marine Supply Hardware store (1913) – it’s the best store of its kind anywhere. While it’s fun to walk, visitors will cover more ground while still at a leisurely pace by biking or driving a scooter. Rentals are available. Restaurants and friendly inns are plentiful so don’t be in a rush to get to other places. Recreational activities abound –
whale watching tours, hiking, biking, scuba diving, fishing, beachcombing, boating, kayaking – you’re limited only by your imagination. Highly recommended is a drive out to Deception Pass and Whidbey Island. There is a spectacular bridge linking Fidalgo to Whidbey Island with state parks to explore on a lazy day. Just before Deception is Pass Lake, a pretty little lake popular with trout fishermen. (It’s stocked by the state.) Cartop boats can put in at a convenient launch spot. Anacortes is the site of a Washington state ferry terminal allowing travelers to jump off to the San Juan islands and Vancuver Island.
ANACORTES ATTRACTIONS: • A drive or bike up to the top of Mt. Erie for miles-long view of the San Juan islands, Olympic Mountains and beyond. • Perusing the maritime offerings at Anacortes Marine Supply & Hardware. • Pack a picnic lunch and head on up to Cap Sante for a panoramic view of the town and surround ing islands. • Take a drive out to the dramatic Deception Pass.
Getting There: Take Exit 230 off I-5 and travel west. Ferries from Anacortes to and from the San Juan islands and Victoria, B.C. run on a regular basis.
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es mansion. It’s the only quilt museum in the Pacific Northwest. Take the outdoor sculpture walking tour. Behind the historic lime dock building is a wonderful tableau built on top of the wharf adjacent to Champagne Cove, a gallery filled with art and wonderful bric-a-brac. Like pretty colors and loud noises? Show up on July 4 for Fireworks Over The Swinomish, a half-hour long fireworks display. On August 14, La Conner holds its classic yacht and car show. Along with the boats and the cars, there is boat and car stuff for sale, a Kiwanis BBQ and a beer garden. Can you think of a better way to spend a day?
LA CONNER ATTRACTIONS: • The tableau and waterfall off the dock. • The sculpture walk and then a glass of wine on the slough. • The Museum of Northwest Art • Annual Pioneers’ Picnic Saturday, August 5.
Getting There: By car: Traveling on I-5, take exit 230 and head west then south on La Conner Whitney Rd. By boat: Consult marine charts for Swinomish Slough.
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La Conner, the oldest community in Skagit County is also probably the most picturesque. Listed on the National Registry of Historic Places, this former fishing town is a great place to eat, shop and tarry awhile... Just a short jaunt off I-5, La Conner should not be missed. Backed onto a quiet channel that neighbors the Swinomish Indian reservation, La Conner offers a quaint and culturally-diverse experience to visitors. The town was founded in the early 1860s. John Conner ended up buying the trading post in 1869 to which he added a post office. The town is still home to farmers and fishers but the population has grown to include artists, writers and retirees. There are a number of inns and B&Bs. Check out the La Conner Brewery, or the Rexville Grocery just south on Best Road, where you can drink a pint with local artists and experience the “Writer’s Tuna” sandwich, named after resident author Tom Robbins and made with albacore tuna, kimchee and mayo. Each spring, the town receives hordes of visitors who are attracted by the immense display of tulips grown in neighboring farms. One highlight is the La Conner Quilt Museum, located in the Gach-
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Chuckanut Drive
A drive on the beautiful side South of Fairhaven lies Chuckanut Drive, a narrow, winding, madronalined road that skirts along the rocky hills overlooking the strait of Juan de Fuca. Along the way, the road passes fine dining restaurants and art galleries. There are a number of places where you can pull over to admire the view of the northern-most portion of Puget Sound and the San Juan island archilapego. If you’ve timed your trip right, you’ll want to run or watch the 8th annual Taylor Mud Run, a strenuous 250-yard low tide mud run. You’ll need to be in top shape to do it, though. There is also a 100 yard kids race. All finishers receive a golden Mud Run oyster medallion. There are also special medals (what could be more special than an oyster medal?) for first place finishers in the men’s, women’s, boy’s and girl’s divisions. This year’s race takes place on Saturday, July 24 at 10:49 a.m. The fun can be found at Taylor Shellfish Farm, 2182 Chuckanut Drive. There will be offsite parking and shuttle buses. The farm has a retail outlet and also sells and ships (check www.taylorshellfishfarms.com). Following Chuckanut south leads to two of Skagit Valley’s best-kept secrets: the elusive towns of Bow and Edison. There, one can sample fresh, organic bread in Edison’s Breadfarm bakery (the black olive baguette is a must), or
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pick up a wedge of organic Samish Bay gouda cheese, or a local pinot grigio in the adjacent store. You may want to play a game of pool with a Harley rider in the Longhorn Saloon over a plate of their famous pan-fried Samish Bay oysters that come from the Blau family oyster farm just down the road. A popular spot is Clayton Beach in Larrabee State Park. Uncrowded, it has beautiful sandstone rock formations accessible by hiking or biking the InterUrban Trail, a 5.5-mile former railroad route that connects Larrabee with Fairhaven. Galbraith Mountain is a mecca for hard (and not-so-hard) core mountain bikers and trail runners. It’s literally criss-crossed with great trails. Pick up a trail map at any mountain bike shop.
CHUCKANUT ATTRACTIONS: • The Taylor Shellfish farm. • Any of the fine restaurants on the drive. • The many hiking trails on Chuckanut. • The beach at Larrabee State Park. Getting There: Take the Old Fairhaven Parkway exit from I-5. Follow signs for Chuckanut Drive.
Whalewatching & Cruising Outer Island Expeditions Eastsound & Blaine 360/376-3711 www.outerislandx.com Outer Island Expeditions offers high-quality tours starting from Blaine and Orca Island. Owner Beau Brandow grew up on Orcas Island and brings a wealth of local expertise to his charter business. The business boasts 95 percent sightings of both spring gray whales and summer orcas. Kayaking, crabbing, meals and other packages are available. San Juan Safaris Whale Watching April to October 10 Front Street Friday Harbor 360/378.1323 or 800/450-6858 www.sanjuansafaris.com San Juan Safaris features a 55-foot vessel with heated and windowed cabin. Mid-June to mid-August sunset tours and private charters are also available. Mystic Sea Charters May through August with discounted spring and fall rates Cap Sante Marina, Dock A 819 Commercial Ave Anacortes 800/308-9387 or 360/588-8000 www.mysticseacharters.com The 100-foot Mystic Sea offers 5-6 hour cruises with onboard naturalist and underwater TV camera. Departs daily at 11a.m. Private evening charters available for groups.
Outdoor Odysseys May-October 86 Cedar Street Friday Harbor 360/378-3533, 800/647-4621 www.outdoorodysseys.com For an unusually up-close view of orcas, try a kayaking tour package by Outdoor Odysseys. The company â&#x20AC;&#x201C; named one of the 200 best travel companies by National Geographic Adventure magazine for 2009 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; offers whalewatching trips by kayak, as well as kayak trips that incorporate birding and fine dining. Trips include top quality sea kayak equipment, experienced naturalist guides and meals. Island Adventures, Inc. 1801 Commercial Avenue Anacortes 360293-2428 or 800/465-4604 www.island-adventures.com Island Adventures offers guaranteed whale watching tours, March through December and boasts more than 100 years of combined experience in the islands, over 5,200 wildlife tours conducted. Orcas Island Eclipse Charters & Whale Watch Tours 8368 Orcas Road Orcas Island 360/376-6566 or 800/376-6566 www.orcasislandwhales.com Orcas Island Eclipse Charters & Whale Watch Toursâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; boat is fast and modern with highback contour seats for 46. Other wildlife tours are also available.
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Victoria-San Juan Cruises Mid-May through September 355 Harris Ave. #104 Bellingham Cruise Terminal Bellingham 800/443-4552, 360/738-8099 www.whales.com The Victoria Star Two makes daily round-trip excursions to Victoria on Vancouver Island. The three-hour cruise takes you through the San Juan Islands. Check out their â&#x20AC;&#x153;Chuckanut Bay Cracked Crab Cruisesâ&#x20AC;? at sunset on Friday and Saturday evenings in August. Vancouver Whale Watch Through October 31 Suite 210 - 12240 2nd Ave. Steveston 604/274-9565 www.vancouverwhalewatch.co m Vancouver Whale Watch offers 3-5 hour tours in large Zodiac inflatables with an onboard naturalist. They have a 90 percent whalesighting record â&#x20AC;&#x201C; if you happen to be skunked, you can come back and ride for free until you do.
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Bellingham
The town where the college students never go home again... Considered one of the most livable small cities on the West Coast, Bellingham appeals to the casual visitor with a range of attractions from the physical to the cerebral. Hiking, biking, and kayaking seem to be the outdoor activities of choice but you don’t have to stop there. First opened in 1927, the Mt. Baker Theatre is a beautifully restored oldtime theater. Whatcom Museum of History and Art has four components, the old city hall building, built in 1892, featuring contemporary art while other buildings showcase Northwest Indian and Inuit exhibits, logging and settlement displays and the hugely popular Whatcom Children’s Museum. On the west side of Bellingham lies Squalicum Harbor, a year-round public moorage for more than 1,800 commercial and private boats. The harbor is home to one of the largest commercial fishing fleets on the west coast. The
Hotel Bellwether complex is a fairly recent addition. The inn itself is a charming, boutique hotel offering beautiful waterfront surroundings and personalized service, often lacking in the big chains. Higher-end shops and galleries add to the complex. Make sure you take a close look at the architectural elements that have been designed to evoke the sea. Down the road is Marina Square, a busy collection of marine-related stores, businesses, restaurants and shops. It’s very pleasant to stroll about on a sunny, or even not-so-sunny, day. Walk out to Zuanich Point and admire the memorial to fishermen who have left for sea and never returned. National Small Brewpub of the Year
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BELLINGHAM ATTRACTIONS: • Take a walk to Boulevard Park over open water on the Taylor Avenue Dock and boardwalk. • A concert at the Mt. Baker Theatre. • Fly a kite at Zuanich Point. • Catch an indie film at the Pickford Cinema • Bike Galbraith Mountain. • Hit the Whatcom Museum of History & Art.
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Fairhaven
Sit back and relax for awhile South of downtown Bellingham, Fairhaven was once a Northwest center for maritime trade and commerce. That tradition lives on. Fairhaven is the southern terminus of the Alaska ferry as well as an Amtrak stop on the Vancouver to Seattle to Portland run. For those wishing to explore the San Juan islands, Victoria/San Juan Cruis-
FAIRHAVEN ATTRACTIONS: • Village Books, a nationally known indie bookseller that has frequent author talks. • Outdoor cinema on Saturday nights starting June 26 on the Village Green. See www. fairhaven.com for shows. • Have your pic taken with Dirty Dan, top, the patron saint of Fairhaven.
Getting There: Take the Old Fairhaven Parkway exit off I-5 and head west.
es offers sailings in the summer. With kayakers, grizzled old men with equally grizzled old dogs, anxious families – this isn’t the typical ferry journey. Fairhaven itself still retains much of its turn-of-the-century maritime architecture and flavor. Many of the old buildings with their colorful and intricate stonework have been restored and trolley tracks still line the streets. For the hungry traveller, there are lots of options. Try Skylark’s Hidden Cafe, a favorite among locals. Two other must-see stops are the Colophon Cafe and Village Books. The nationally-recognized bookstore is one of Washington’s largest independently-owned bookstores and is on the traveling writer circuit so even if you miss your favorite author’s talk you’ll likely be able to find an autographed book. If you’re really interested in slowing down, visit The Spa at the Chrysalis Inn. They offer all kinds of services that will give you a fresh outlook on life.
Lummi Island
Just a few miles from I-5 exit 260 is the ferry landing for the Whatcom Chief, the venerable mode of transport for residents and visitors to Lummi Island. Now this is island living at its best. Stop by The Willows Inn for the best in locally grown and harvested fare, from line caught salmon to vegetables plucked moments ago from their garden. Drive or bike the island – it won’t take long and you’ll be refreshed by the peaceful views. Refreshed now? Good because you’re going to want to stop in at Silver Reef Casino and Hotel on your way back. From worldclass entertainment to fine foods to spa retreats and, oh yeah, some hot and heavy gambling action, you’ll be glad you rested up.
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Tulip Valley Vineyard & Orchard 16163 State Route 536 Mt. Vernon 206/321-9424 or 360/428-6894 www.tulipvalley.net Hours: Fri – Sun noon – 4 p.m. Eagle Haven Winery 8243 Sims Road Sedro-Woolley 360/856-6248 www.eaglehavenwinery.com Through September, Thurs – Mon 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Lopez Island Vineyards 724 Fisherman Bay Road Lopez Island 360/468-3644 www.lopezislandvineyards.com Hours: May, June and Sept: Fri – Sat, noon – 5 p.m.; July and August: Wed – Fri noon – 5 p.m. San Juan Vineyards 3136 Roche Harbor Road Friday Harbor 360/378-9463 www.sanjuanvineyards.com Hours: noon – 5 p.m. daily
North of the border … Blossom Winery 5491 Minoru Boulevard Richmond 604/232-9839 www.blossomwinery.com Hours: Mon – Sat 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., Sun 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sanduz Estate Winery 12791 Blundell Road (at Sidaway Road) Richmond 604/214-0444 www.sanduzwines.com Hours: Daily 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. River’s Bend Winery 15560 Colebrook Road Surrey 604/574-6106 www.riversbendwinery.com Hours: Tue – Sun, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Isabella Winery 11491 River Road Richmond 604/288-0608 www.isabellawinery.com Hours: Summer, daily 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Westham Island Estate Winery 2170 Westham Island Road Delta 604/940-9755 www.westhamislandwinery.com Hours: Daily, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Wellbrook Winery 4626 88th Street Delta 604/946-1868 www.wellbrookwinery.com Hours: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m., daily
Does your Seadog need to get out of the galley or the brig and play on some nice grass for a day or so? While you sail away or shop in town, your dog can play at the Pooch Palace!
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Birch Bay
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Above, photo by Louise Mugar; below, Ruth Lauman
BIRCH BAY ATTRACTIONS: • The Discovery Day Arts & Crafts Festival and Parade July 17 & 18 • Wade in the bay at low tide. • Birch Bay State Park has camping, interpretive prgrams and clamming. • Ice cream cones. • Rent kayaks, scooters, etc. • Enter the sand castle contest June 26.
Getting There: Take exit 270 off I-5 and travel west.
Think back to movies from the 1950s. Life was simpler then, less harried. That’s what a visit to Birch Bay is like. Located five miles south of Blaine, the center of activity is the treelined bay with its miles of sandy beaches. This is a swimmer’s paradise – as the tide rolls in over the sun-warmed sand, the water gets up to bathtub temperatures. Its smooth waters makes for great water skiing and wakeboarding. Above all, Birch Bay is relaxing. When the tide goes out, you’ll see dozens of people with shovels and pails out in search of razor and manilla clams destined to be bathed in garlic and butter. With its mostly flat terrain, Birch Bay is a great place for running and cycling. Paddle & Pedal Adventures offers kayaks, scooters and bicycles at the center of the bay. For a change of pace, after biking the bay, head inland for quiet country lanes and long distance views of fields and sky. The bay was named by Captain George Vancouver in 1792 in recognition of the black birches he spied. Those trees are long gone, replaced by evergreens along Birch Bay Drive. The C Shop at the south end of the bay is a candy store, bakery and restaurant and is the place to find out what’s happening in the area. Kids will get a special kick at watching owners Pat and Patricia Alesse making candy the old fashioned way using time-honored recipes. Down a bit at the south end of the bay, Birch Bay State Park offers 194
acres of beaches, trees and campgrounds. To be on the safe side, campers would be wise to call ahead for reservations. The Terrell Creek Marsh is one of the few remaining saltwater/freshwater estuaries in north Puget Sound. The park offers interpretive programs regarding various aspects of the local flora and fauna. Nearby is also the state’s second largest heron rookery. It’s a great place to sit at dusk and watch the herons fly overhead on their way back home. Migratory waterfowl and shorebirds explain why Birch Bay and Blaine was listed as one of Audubon Society’s best places for birding in Washington state. If you are looking for a faster way to get into the water, hit the Birch Bay Waterslides. Try the Black Hole or the 60-foot Hydrodrop Slide – either one will give you a thrill. Down the street is Miniature World with go-karts, minigolf and railroad. In the middle of the bay is the Sea Links nine-hole golf course and driving range. Nearby are the Semiahmoo and Loomis Trail golf courses; two of the area’s most agreeable and challenging championship courses. Some of the events to look for during the summer are Discovery Days parade and the arts and crafts festival held July 17 & 18. The parade is a hoot – a real small town event that everyone enjoys. On Saturday, June 26 the sandcastle contest is held. Details can be found at www.birchbaychamber.com or by calling 360/371-5004.
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North of the Border... WHITE ROCK White Rock Beach is a popular destination for its 1,500 foot long pier and proximity to Marine Drive which is lined with restaurants, shops and galleries. Crescent Beach is located on the northern end of Semiahmoo Bay and has a quieter, more rustic feel. TSAWWASSEN Centennial Beach is on Boundary Bay and continues on to Maple Beach in Point Roberts. It has lovely views and a sandy beach with warm water. Popular for picnics and volleyball games. RICHMOND Despite being next to Vancouver International Airport, Iona Beach Regional Park offers visitors a sandy beach to stretch out on beside some driftwood. Two jetties shelter the beach.
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ANACORTES Washington Park at the northwest tip of Fidalgo Island has a couple of rocky beaches that can be reached via a scenic 2.2 mile paved loop for pedestrians, bicycles and autos. WHIDBEY ISLAND Cranberry Lake at Deception Pass is a nice fresh water alternative to the ocean. SAN JUAN ISLAND Heading south from Friday Harbor and past American Camp you will find South Beach, a two mile long stretch of sand, rock and driftwood, a place where you really get away from it all. BELLINGHAM Clayton Beach is found in Larrabee State Park off Chuckanut Drive. It’s a beautiful drive to the park and then a ¾ mile walking trail to the beach. Wonderful rocks to climb on and explore. Boulevard Park is situated on Bellingham Bay between downtown and Fairhaven with walking trails to each area but there’s still plenty of parking if you bring your car. BIRCH BAY Birch Bay State Park has 8,255 feet of saltwater shoreline and is located at the south end of Birch Bay. A great beach for clamming, crabbing and building sandcas-
tles. Plenty of picnic tables. BLAINE Semiahmoo Park is located on the 1.5 mile Semiahmoo sandspit that straddles Canadian and American waters. You can swim either in the harbor or the bay across the spit. POINT ROBERTS Maple Beach has the warmest swimming water in Puget Sound. Located on the northeast corner of Point Roberts the tide goes out almost a mile, making the beach fun to explore at low tide.
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Blaine is either your first stop after entering the U.S.A. or your last stop before crossing into Canada. The town has spent much effort on shaking off its border town atmosphere and its time was well-spent. Peace Portal Drive is the main drag and overlooks the harbor and Semiahmoo Bay. Two new waterside plazas have been constructed, one of which features a bronze sculpture of two women and a boy looking out to sea for the return of their fishermen. The other plaza is used for public events such as open air movie nights or as a venue for performances during the annual jazz festival.
Photos by Ruth Lauman
Finding peace and happiness in the Peace Arch city Scattered around town and in Peace Arch State Park are sculptures that have been placed as part of the annual International Sculpture Exhibit. Of course, the biggest public monument around is the Peace Arch Monument, standing on the border between Canada and the U.S. It is 67 feet tall and is marked with the words, Brethren Dwelling Together in Unity, on the Canadian side, and Children of A Common Mother, on the American side. Surrounding the arch is Peace Arch Provincial Park to the north and Peace Arch State Park to the south. Its gardens, picnic and photogenic qualities make it a popular stop. Blaine Marine Park, immediately to the west of the state park and across from Blaine Harbor, is often the first stop of visiting bird watchers. The warm waters act as a magnet for migrating birds. There are interpretive signs, life size orca dorsal and fluke sculptures, picnic areas and a walkway that leads down to the pier at the foot of Marine Drive. The pier is used by children for heart-stopping jumps into the water, for locals throwing crab traps over or those looking for a picturesque
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sunset. Next to the Pizza Factory on Peace Portal Drive is the visitor center. The helpful and knowledgeable staff can give you information on Blaine, Birch Bay and points north and south. Beginning June 18 and running every weekend until Labor Day, the historic Plover ferry runs across from Blaine Harbor to the world famous Semiahmoo Resort, site of former salmon canneries. The Plover was a workhorse that used to carry cannery workers back and forth to work. Rides are by donation. Semiahmoo Resort is located on Semiahmoo spit and is home to a four star inn, a number of restaurants and bars and two championship golf courses. Warm beaches, walking and biking paths, marina and chandlery are just a few of the amenities available. Back in the main part of Blaine, take a walking tour of the historic Salishan neighborhood. A tour booklet is available at the visitor’s center. Walk down Peace Portal Drive and admire the hanging baskets, and the street end ‘parklets’ that provide harbor views. If you can, be in Blaine for the 4th of July. A small-town parade and festival
is great fun and the fireworks display is sure to thrill people of all ages.
BLAINE ATTRACTIONS: • An old fashioned 4th of July parade, street fair & fireworks. • One of the best birding areas by National Audobon Society • Listen to great music at the Blaine Jazz Festival July 11 - 17. • Crabbing off the harbor pier. • Taking the Plover ferry from Blaine Harbor to stroll on Semiahmoo Spit. • Viewing the sculptures in Peace Arch State Park & throughout the city. • The Saturday gardeners’ market. • Enjoy Drayton Harbor Maritime Festival August 7 & 8.
GETTING THERE: Going south – Take the first exit south of the border. Going north – Take exit 276, the last one before Canada Customs.
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MIndport 210 West Holly Street Bellingham 360/647-5614 Mindport museum features a provocative mix of art and interactive exhibits surrounding different phenomena.
Watermania 4300 Entertainment Blvd. Richmond 604/448-5353 Public Swim Information: 604/276-4300 This facility is part of the Riverport Sports and Entertainment Complex and has easy access off Highway 99 via exit 32, Steveston Highway east. Watermania offers a complete aquatic and fitness experience all under one roof. Facility features include: • 57 metre competition pool with movable bulkhead • One- and three-metre spring boards, plus a five-metre tower. • Wave pool with interactive water play features • 2 exciting waterslides • steam room and sauna • 2 large whirlpools 3,000-square foot fitness centre equipped with cardiovascular, strength and toning machines, as well as free weights. The facility provides both family and disabled change rooms and is fully wheelchair accessible. Bellingham YMCA 1256 N. State St. Bellingham, WA 98225 360/733-8630 The Bellingham YMCA is a full service athletic facility, including pools and a 30-foot high rockclimbing wall, weightroom, gymnasium, fitness classes, and more. It’s open Mon.-Fri. - 5:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., Sat. - 6:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., Sun. - noon to 7 p.m.
CRESCENT BEACH BY EWA PLUCIENNIK* INSET: RUFFLED FEATHERS BY BARBARA WEAN
APA Cannery Museum Semiahmoo Spit Blaine 360/332-5742 The Alaska Packers Association Cannery museum weaves together the makings of Blaine's rich maritime history. The museum is open from 1 to 5 p.m. Friday through Sunday, May 28 through September. No admission fees but donations are always welcome. Group tours are available mid-week year round.
2010 Summer Opening Night Artist Receptions Fridays, 6-9 pm June 11, August 13, September 10
Sunday, 11 am- 5 pm July 4
Main Gallery Open: Tuesday-Saturday 11 am- 6pm
More information at www.loomishallgallery.com
Meet our spectacular resident artists creating original works! Mary Bender, watercolor/mixed media John Scott, wood carving/painting Patricia Schmidt, jewelry Kim Wilson, watercolor Janet Rudnick, oil painting Christine Grinsted, glass art Peg Cutting, chef/fabric art Nancy Emeral, abstract acrylic painting Judi Williamson, watercolor Rita Kinzer, watercolor Megan Cary, art educator Ewa Pluciennik, acrylic/pastel painting Barbara Wean, pastel Helen Worley, photography Annie Flynn, silversmith *PHOTOS BY CHARLES KINZER
360.603.4121 www.loomishallgallery.com
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Whatcom Museum 121 Prospect St Bellingham 360/676-6981 The Whatcom Museum campus has four buildings, featuring exhibitions of contemporary art and regional history, as well as
Blaine’s 1903 opera house redefined as working artist lofts and gallery showcasing the works of local & international artists.
FROGS BY STEVE SATUSHEK, VISITING ARTIST
American Museum of Radio & Electricity 1312 Bay St Bellingham 360/738-3886 The American Museum of Radio & Electricity features historic equipment and cultural artifacts, unusual instruments and scientific apparatus, rare books and periodicals and old-time radio programs. Visitors can experience interactive exhibits spanning three centuries of scientific achievement.
288 Martin Street, Downtown Blaine
VISITING ARTIST RECEPTION*
The Whale Museum 62 First Street North Friday Harbor 360/378-4710 Get an up-close learning experience of Washington's most iconic sea creature right here on San Juan Island. The museum is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and features exhibits, videos and gifts. If the kids are getting bored, head to the Funhouse in Eastsound on Orcas Island, a nonprofit community center that has lots of hands-on kid-friendly science exhibits, complete audio and video production studios.
an award-winning children’s museum. The museum’s collection holds more than 200,000 artifacts of regional importance, including a vast photographic archive.
GLASS WORK BY CHRISTINE GRINSTED
San Juan Historical Museum 405 Price Street Friday Harbor 360/378-3949 Visitors to this museum, located in Friday Harbor, can interpret the story of the peoples of San Juan Island. The San Juan Historical Society assembles, collects, preserves, exhibits generations of historical data, information and artifacts which illustrate the heritage of San Juan Island. Collections, programs and publications provide enjoyment and education for residents and visitors.
ARTIST PATRICIA SCHMIDT AT WORK*
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The Blaine Chamber of Commerce Welcomes You This Summer!
Events
• Saturdays through September Blaine Gardener's Market • Daily through October Peace Arch Park International Sculpture Exhibition • Weekends - June 18 - Labor Day MV Plover ferry rides • June 13 Hands Across the Border • July 4th Old Fashioned Fourth of July parade, street fair & fireworks • July 12 - 17 Blaine Jazz Festival • July 13 - 19 Lady Washington tall ship • July 17 Art to Jazz street fair • August 7 - 8 Drayton Harbor Maritime Festival, street fair, wood & steam boat displays • September 4 Peace Arch Dedication Days
Bite of Blaine
Featured Restaurants And Thank You to The Participants of the Annual Bite of Blaine:
1733 H Street #260 656-5489
7848 Birch Bay Drive 371-3464
7876 Birch Bay Drive 371-9091
758 Peace Portal 332-4045
234 D St. • 332-3540
7878 Birch Bay Drive 371-3400
738 Peace Portal • 332-3636
7714 Birch Bay Drive 371-2658
477 Peace Portal 332-YUMM 9565 Semiahmoo Pkwy 318-2000
679 Peace Portal Drive 332-TONY
825 Peace Portal Drive 332-3267
Blaine International Center 332-1700 Birch Bay Waterslides 371-2975
321 H St. • 332-5212
7608 Birch Bay Drive 371-5409
7856 Birch Bay Drive 371-8641
Come enjoy these fine local establishments! And special thanks to these additional participants
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Microbreweries Looking for a cold one?
Anacortes Brewhouse 320 Commercial Avenue Anacortes 360/293-2444 www.anacortesrockfish.com Anacortes Brewhouse offers more than 25 varieties of beer, with anywhere from 16 to 22 beers available at any given time. Their menu is diverse and features hearty pub fare, wood fired pizzas and local-caught seafood dishes. $-$$ Hours: Open everyday from 11:30 a.m. to closing. La Conner Brewing 117 South First Street La Conner 360/466-1415 www.insidelaconner.com/LaBrew La Conner Brewing offers five beers on tap and more than 10 rotating seasonal brews and wine. Their menu features hearty appetizers, soup, salad wood-fired pizza, quesadillas, tacos and paninis. $-$$ Hours: Sunday – Thursday 11:30 a.m. – 9 p.m. Friday & Saturday 11:30 a.m.– 10 p.m. Boundary Bay Brewery & Bistro 1107 Railroad Avenue, Bellingham 360/647-5593 www.bbaybrewery.com With nine rotating taps and two cask machines, Boundary Bay is one of Bellingham’s most popular breweries. Their sell-outs are the IPA and Scotch Ale and the pub fare is equally outstanding. Favorites include the mac and cheese made with fontina, monterrey jack and parmesan, the Yam Alechiladas, a harmonious melding of black beans, yams, jack cheese and a savory mole sauce; the Harvest Salad, local greens topped with local fruit, hazelnuts and gorgonzola with a blue cheese vinaigrette. $-$$ Hours: 11 a.m. to closing every day.
Honey Moon 1053 North State Street Bellingham, WA 360/734-0728 www.honeymoonmead.net Honey Moon winery offers a full selection of wines and mead made from locally-produced fireweed and blackberry honey, as well as hard ciders made from local Honey Crisp and Jonagold apples. Try the raspberry mead, a local favorite that uses Whatcom County raspberries and boasts candy-like aromas without being overly sweet. Cheese plates and a light menu is available. $ Hours: Monday – Saturday 5 – 11 p.m. with live music Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, some Fridays.
Lynden Community Events 2010 June 4 – 5 NW Demolition Derby & Auto Show June 5 Lynden Heritage Celebration (& Farmers Day Parade) June 12 Fishing Derby June 25 – 26 Lynden Relay for Life July 16 – 17 Raspberry Festival August 4 – 9 Antique Tractor Show & Threshing Bee August 16 – 21 Northwest Washington Fair August 27 – 28 Lynden PRCA Rodeo September 25 Farm Toy Show October 2 – 3 Model Railroad Show October 14 – 16 Fall Craft & Antique Show October 9 Pumpkin Festival Catering • Full Bar November 27 – January 2 Open daily at 11 am Lynden in Lights 8114 Guide Meridian December 4 Lynden, WA Sinterklaas & Lighted (360) 354-5588 www.jakeswesterngrill.com Christmas Parade
Best BBQ in the Northwest!
Jeckyl & Hyde Deli and Ale House 709 W. Orchard Drive, Bellingham 360/715-9100 www.jhdeli.com Jeckyl & Hyde Deli and Ale House, was founded four years ago by a local fireman, who had a dream to remake the Old Orchard Street Brewery, and was recently purchased by Richard van Dommelen and Jim Skinner. The restaurant offers hand-crafted beers and wood-fired pizza and sandwiches (including gluten-free pizzas and bread) in a rustic, casual and comfortable atmosphere. $ Hours: Monday & Tue. from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m, til 8 p.m. Wed.; til 9 p.m. Thurs, Friday and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday. Closed Sunday. Big River Brewing 180-14200 Entertainment Blvd Richmond 604/271-2739 Big River Brewing brews seven all-natural ales and lagers in their full mash craft brewery without filtering, pasteurization or preservatives. Their menu is dynamic and eclectic, traversing the brewpub gamut with entrees ranging from Dijon crusted pork loin with a sweet cherry and stout sauce to teriyaki salmon, salads and buffalo burgers. $-$$ Hours: Sunday – Thursday 11:30 a.m. – midnight Friday & Saturday 11:30 to 1 a.m.
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Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen 601 West Holly Street, Bellingham 360/752-3377 www.chuckanutbreweryand kitchen.com Will and Mari Kemper have traveled the world making beer. After starting two Sierra Madre brewpubs in Monterrey, Mexico, and Turkey’s first brewpub, the couple decided to settle in Bellingham, opening Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen. Will, who earned a diploma from the Institute of Brewing and Distilling in London, England, has worked as brewmaster for such breweries as Thomas Kemper, Aviator Ales in Seattle, Norwester Brewing in Portland, Oregon; Mile High Brewing in Denver as well as several others. Their menu boasts fresh, seasonal
and artfully prepared pub fare and interesting desserts such as a brown ale chocolate mousse, bread pudding with Vienna lager vanilla sauce and whipped cream and fresh ginger cake. Be sure to check out their “locavore” menu, which features greens, seafood, artisan bread, buffalo and fresh pasta from Whatcom County producers. $-$$ Hours: Sunday –Thurs. Noon to 9:30 p.m. Fri. Sat. 11:30 a.m. to closing.
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8.0 8.5
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6:57 am 8:08 pm
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4:29 pm 9:48 pm
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9.0
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8:05 am 9:32 pm
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4:47 pm
9.0
8.6 8.9
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12:28 am 5:05 pm
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9:05 am 10:18 pm
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2:38 am 5:25 pm
7.7 9.4
9:59 am 10:58 pm
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4:00 am 5:47 pm
8.0 9.6
10:47 am 11:38 pm
-0.2 3.8
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5:10 am 6:13 pm
8.4 9.7
11:33 am
0.6
Th 9
12:20 am 12:19 pm
2.4 1.7
6:16 am 6:37 pm
8.6 9.8
Fr 10
1:04 am 1:01 pm
1.2 3.1
7:20 am 7:05 pm
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Sa 11
Mo 12 12:27 am 12:10 pm
7.8 -2.8
4:05 am 8:04 pm
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1:35 am 1:18 pm
3.9 0.7
6:59 am 8:06 pm
8.2 10.4
1:48 am 1:45 pm
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8:28 am 7:33 pm
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Su 12
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1:15 am 12:54 pm
7.1 -2.2
5:17 am 8:32 pm
8.6 10.8
Fr 13
2:25 am 2:00 pm
2.7 2.3
8:09 am 8:32 pm
7.9 10.4
2:34 am 2:31 pm
-0.2 5.8
9:40 am 7:59 pm
8.5 9.4
12:44 am 12:25 pm
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3:50 am 8:37 pm
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1:34 am 1:09 pm
8.0 -2.7
4:46 am 9:11 pm
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Mo 13
We 14
3:15 am 2:40 pm
1.8 4.1
9:27 am 9:00 pm
7.5 10.2
11:04 am 8:21 pm
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8.4 10.9
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5:44 am 9:47 pm
6:27 am 9:02 pm
3:24 am 3:23 pm
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2:30 am 1:53 pm
2:07 am 1:36 pm
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Th 15
4:09 am 3:22 pm
1.1 5.7
11:01 am 9:28 pm
7.3 9.9
12:54 pm 8:21 pm
8.5 8.3
7.7 10.9
7.5 10.8
0.0 7.8
6:52 am 10:21 pm
7:43 am 9:30 pm
4:18 am 4:35 pm
6.9 -0.9
5.1 0.4
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3:28 am 2:37 pm
2:59 am 2:18 pm
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5:18 am
0.4
2:36 pm
8.8
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5:07 am 4:10 pm
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1:17 pm 9:54 pm
7.5 9.4
0.9
3:39 pm
9.2
6.8 10.8
6.9 10.8
6:31 am
8:18 am 10:55 pm
9:05 am 10:00 pm
Th 16
5.9 0.7
4.0 2.2
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4:32 am 3:19 pm
3:57 am 2:58 pm
Sa 17
4:22 pm
9.3
6:11 am 5:36 pm
0.5 8.2
3:33 pm 10:10 pm
8.4 8.8
1.2 6.3
6.0 10.7
6.4 10.6
7:46 am 11:19 pm
10:10 am 11:27 pm
10:43 am 10:30 pm
Fr 17
4.7 2.6
2.9 4.2
Tu 17
5:40 am 4:03 pm
4:55 am 3:38 pm
Su 18
Sa 18
4:37 pm
9.1
1:11 am 4:56 pm
6.4 9.3
8:52 am 11:27 pm
1.3 5.7
5.8 10.5
6.5 10.3
0.4
12:20 pm 11:59 pm
1:01 pm 11:00 pm
7:21 am
3.4 4.5
1.8 6.0
We 18
6:46 am 4:51 pm
5:57 am 4:18 pm
Mo 19
0.2
5:16 pm
9.6
Su 19
9:25 am
0.1
5:49 pm
9.8
2:47 am 5:20 pm
6.5 9.1
9:44 am 11:35 pm
1.5 5.1
6.6
7.6 9.8
8:28 am
3:12 pm
4:01 pm 11:30 pm
Fr 20
2.0 6.3
0.9 7.6
Th 19
7:44 am 5:47 pm
7:01 am 5:06 pm
Tu 20
8.8
Sa 21
12:10 am 10:13 am
7.1 0.1
2:18 am 6:19 pm
7.3 9.8
Mo 20
3:55 am 5:38 pm
6.8 8.8
10:26 am 11:41 pm
1.8 4.5
8:36 am 7:15 pm
0.7 7.7
0.2 8.7
5:15 pm
Mo 21 12:33 am 10.3 5:00 pm 8.0
8:01 am 7:16 pm
3:26 am 6:41 pm
7.3 9.6
Tu 21
4:47 am 5:48 pm
7.2 8.5
11:00 am 11:49 pm
2.2 3.7
-0.4 8.6
-0.4 8.8
6.6 0.2
9:22 am 9:03 pm
8:57 am 11:16 pm
12:24 am 10:51 am
1:07 am 10.0 5:56 pm 9.1
9.3 9.7
Su 22
Tu 22
We 21 12:04 am 5:51 pm Th 22
9:45 am
-0.8
Mo 23 12:32 am 11:25 am
6.2 0.4
4:22 am 6:59 pm
7.3 9.3
We 22
5:31 am 5:54 pm
7.5 8.3
11:30 am
2.8
We 23
1:41 am 9.6 6:38 pm 10.0
10:04 am 10:51 pm
-1.1 8.8
12:46 am 8.8 6:25 pm 10.2
Fr 23
5:10 am 7:11 pm
7.4 9.0
Th 23
12:05 am 11:58 am
2.9 3.4
6:13 am 6:04 pm
7.7 8.1
-1.5
8.4 10.4
5.6 0.8
10:42 am
1:48 am 6:57 pm
12:38 am 11:55 am
2:17 am 9.2 7:14 pm 10.5
8.3 -1.0
Tu 24
Th 24
12:34 am 10:29 am
Sa 24
1:06 am 11:07 am
7.9 -1.0
2:54 am 7:25 pm
8.0 10.3
We 25 12:52 am 12:21 pm
5.0 1.4
5:54 am 7:19 pm
7.4 8.8
Fr 24
12:27 am 12:26 pm
2.1 4.1
6:55 am 6:14 pm
7.9 8.1
Th 26
1:12 am 12:49 pm
4.3 2.2
6:40 am 7:29 pm
7.4 8.7
Sa 25
12:51 am 12:56 pm
1.4 4.7
7:37 am 6:22 pm
8.1 8.1
Fr 27
1:36 am 1:17 pm
3.5 3.0
7:24 am 7:41 pm
7.4 8.6
Su 26
1:19 am 1:28 pm
0.8 5.4
8:19 am 6:28 pm
8.2 8.1
Sa 28
2:04 am 1:43 pm
2.8 3.9
8:12 am 7:49 pm
7.3 8.5
Mo 27
1:49 am 2:02 pm
0.4 6.1
9:07 am 6:36 pm
8.2 8.2
Su 29
2:34 am 2:11 pm
2.2 4.8
9:06 am 7:55 pm
7.2 8.5
Tu 28
2:25 am 2:38 pm
0.1 6.7
10:05 am 6:52 pm
8.2 8.3
Mo 30
3:10 am 2:37 pm
1.7 5.7
10:08 am 7:57 pm
7.1 8.6
We 29
3:07 am 3:26 pm
0.0 7.3
11:15 am 7:14 pm
8.1 8.3
Tu 31
3:52 am 3:01 pm
1.3 6.6
11:28 am 8:09 pm
7.1 8.6
Th 30
3:59 am 4:44 pm
0.1 7.7
12:47 pm 7:38 pm
8.2 8.1
Mo 14 Tu 15 We 16 Th 17 Fr 18 Sa 19 Su 20
Waterside
6.2 1.6
2:38 pm
We 2
Sa 5
22
4:12 am 2:37 pm
Tu 1
Th 1
August
Fr 25
12:23 am 11:20 am
8.6 -1.7
2:53 am 7:48 pm
8.8 10.7
Su 25
Sa 26
1:29 am 11:56 am
8.3 -1.7
3:29 am 8:20 pm
8.4 10.7
1:26 am 11:41 am
7.5 -0.9
3:52 am 7:51 pm
7.8 10.2
Mo 26
Su 27
2:13 am 12:30 pm
8.0 -1.4
4:05 am 8:50 pm
8.1 10.6
1:34 am 12:13 pm
7.1 -0.6
4:42 am 8:11 pm
7.6 9.9
Tu 27
Mo 28
2:41 am 1:04 pm
7.7 -1.0
4:45 am 9:16 pm
7.8 10.4
1:46 am 12:45 pm
6.7 -0.1
5:30 am 8:27 pm
7.4 9.7
We 28
Tu 29
3:07 am 1:36 pm
7.3 -0.3
5:29 am 9:40 pm
7.4 10.1
2:06 am 1:13 pm
6.1 0.6
6:18 am 8:39 pm
7.3 9.5
Th 29
We 30
3:37 am 2:08 pm
6.8 0.6
6:19 am 10:00 pm
7.0 9.9
2:30 am 1:41 pm
5.5 1.5
7:08 am 8:53 pm
7.0 9.3
Fr 30
3:00 am 2:07 pm
4.8 2.6
8:00 am 9:07 pm
6.7 9.2
Sa 31
3:34 am 2:31 pm
4.1 3.7
9:02 am 9:17 pm
6.5 9.0
Golf Courses
North of the Border
Point Roberts Golf & Country Club 1350 Lundrigan Blvd, Pt. Roberts U.S.: 360/945-4653 Can: 604/694-0222 www.pointrobertsgolfcourse.com
Avalon Golf Course 19345 Kelleher Road, Burlington 360/757-1900 www.avalonlinks.com
Beach Grove Golf Club 5946 12th Ave., Tsawwassen 604/943-1155 www.beachgrovegolf.com
Hazelmere Golf Club 18150 8th Avenue, White Rock 604/538-1818 www.wcgg.ca
Semiahmoo Golf & Country Club 8720 Semiahmoo Parkway, Blaine 360/371-7005 www.semiahmoo.com
Eaglemont Golf Course 4127 Eaglemont Drive, Mount Vernon 360/424-0800 www.eaglemontgolf.com
Delta Golf Club 11550 #10 Hwy, Delta 604/594-1414 www.deltagolfcourse.com
Morgan Creek Golf Club 3500 Morgan Creek Way, White Rock 604/531-4653 www.morgancreekgolf.com
Loomis Trail Golf Club 4342 Loomis Trail Road, Blaine 360/332-1608 www.semiahmoo.com
Lake Padden Municipal Golf Course 4882 Samish Way, Bellingham 360/738-7400 www.lakepaddengolf.com
Sea Links Golf Club (9-hole) 7878 Birch Bay Drive, Birch Bay 360/371-5400 www.sealinksgolfcourse.com
North Bellingham Golf Course 205 W. Smith Road, Bellingham 360/398-8300 www.northbellinghamgolf.com
Tsawwassen Golf & Country Club 1595 52nd Street, Delta 604/943-2288 www.tsawwassengolf.ca
Peace Portal Golf Club 16900 4th Avenue, S. Surrey 604/538-4818 www.peaceportalgolf.com
Dakota Creek Golf & Country Club 3258 Haynie Road, Custer 360/366-3131 www.dakotacreekgolf.com
Shuksan Golf Club 1500 E. Axton Road, Bellingham 360/398-8888 www.shuksangolf.com
Coyote Creek Golf & Country Club 7778 152nd Street, White Rock 604/597-4653 www.eaglequestgolf.com
Country Meadows Golf Course 8400 No. 6 Road, Richmond 604/241-4653 www.countrymeadowsgolf.ca
Grandview Golf Course 7738 Portal Way, Custer 360/366-3947 www.golfatgrandview.com
Sudden Valley Golf & Country Club 2145 Lake Whatcom Blvd., Sudden Valley 360/734-6435 www.suddenvalleygolfclub.com
Kings Links by the Sea 3388 72nd Street, Delta 604/952-0999 www.kingslinks.ca
Mylora Public Golf Course 9911 Sidaway Road, Richmond 604/271-5626 www.myloragolfcourse.com
Homestead Golf & Country Club 115 E. Homestead Blvd, Lynden 360/354-1196 www.homesteadfarmsgolf.com
Similk Golf Course 2518 Christianson Road, Anacortes 360/293-3444 Whidbey Golf & Country Club 2430 Fairway Lane, Oak Harbor Whidbey Island 360/675-5490
Photo by Karl King
South of the Border
Hit the links! Swing away! 9-hole public golf course and driving range with scenic views of Birch Bay and majestic Mt. Baker. Pro shop & Gift Gallery NOW OPEN. 7878 Birch Bay Drive, Birch Bay WA
360-371-5400
www.SealinksGolfCourse.com
18 HOLE PAR 72 PUBLIC GOLF COURSE!
2 Greens Fees + Cart $60 (Valid Mon + Fri) ($68 Sat -Sun) U.S. funds only (subject to change)
$2
00off
Green Fees Anytime
Expires 12/31/10. Coupons cannot be combined.
Toll Free 1-877-410-9599 Local 1-360-366-3947 www.golfatgrandview.com
Waterside
Only 10 min. south of the border on I-5, take Exit 270
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7738 PORTAL WAY, CUSTER, WA
Events
San Juan Islands • Whidbey Island • Anacortes • La Conner • Bellingham • Birch Bay • Blaine • Point Roberts • White Rock • Tsawwassen • Richmond • Steveston
JUNE
June 26 – Fairhaven Outdoor Cinema. 8:30 p.m. Music by Marion Weston Band followed by the movie, Whip It. $5. Village Green, Fairhaven. www.fairhaven.com.
Hawaiian Chieftan. Battle sails and adventure sails, July 18 & 19. Blaine. Historicalseaport.org
June 4 – Anacortes Chamber Gallery Art Walk. Downtown. 6 – 9 p.m. www.anacortes.org.
June 27 – Skagit Valley Symphony Garden Tour. An exclusive tour of seven historic private gardens in the Skagit Valley. Live music at every garden. Tickets are $25. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. www.SkagitSymphony.com. 360/424-7591.
July 16 & 17 – Raspberry Festival & Sidewalk Sale. Downtown Lynden. Tournaments, tasting tours, raspberry sundaes, wine tasting tours, art vendors, live music, car show, and kids activities. Friday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., Saturday, 8 a.m.–6 p.m. www.lynden.org.
June 6 – Slugfest. Richmond, B.C. Fun and games for slugs and their people. Contests include beauty, heavy weight, largest and smallest, followed by the grand finale slug race. Richmond Nature Park. 1 – 4 p.m. www.richmondnatureparksociety.ca June 5 –Annual Kids All American Fishing Derby, Anacortes. 7 – 11 a.m. Heart Lake. www.anacortes.org. June 5– Heritage Celebration & Farmer’s Day Parade. Lynden. Celebrate agriculture and community. From Third Street through downtown. 10:30 a.m. www.lynden.org. June 5 & 6 – 17th Annual San Juan Island Artists Open Studio Tour. A self-guided tour of 11 working studios with over 26 participants. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. www.sanjuanislandartists.com. June 5 & 6 – Scottish Highland Games. Ferndale. Bagpipes, highland dancing & athletic competitions, food vendors, arts & crafts. Pioneer Park. 8 a.m.–6 p.m. www.bhga.org.
JULY July 1 - 18 – Annual Bellingham Festival of Music.Symphonic music at its finest. Event times: 7:30 p.m. www.bellinghamfestival.org.
July 17 – Fairhaven Outdoor Cinema. 8 p.m. Music by Fritz & the Freeloaders followed by the movie, Ghostbusters. $5. Village Green, Fairhaven. www.fairhaven.com.
July 1 – Canada Day by the Bay. White Rock waterfront, B.C. pancake breakfast, sandcastle competition, children’s activities, live musical performances, artisan displays and fireworks display in the evening. www.city.whiterock.bc.ca.
July 17 – Annual Art - 2 - Jazz Street Fair. Downtown Blaine. Features the work of local artists and artisans with free jazz concerts all afternoon. Peace Portal Drive. www.blainechamber.com.
July 1 – Steveston Salmon Festival. Steveston, B.C. Children’s festival, craft fair, flower & garden show, Japanese cultural show, salmon BBQ, trade show, martial arts demonstrations, youth festival, midway and rides. Free admission to the fairgrounds. Steveston Community Centre and Park, All day events, parade at 10 a.m. www.stevestonsalmonfest.ca.
July 16 - 18 – Tour de White Rock. Bike and road race in White Rock, B.C. www.city.whiterock.bc.ca.
July 2 – Anacortes Chamber Gallery Art Walk. Downtown. 6 – 9 p.m. www.anacortes.org.
June 18 – 20 – Annual Lummi Stommish Water Festival. Gooseberry Point, Lummi Reservation. War canoe races between tribal teams, arts & crafts, salmon bake, dancing and drumming. www.stommish.com.
July 3 – Fairhaven Outdoor Cinema. 8:30 p.m. Music by Amber Darland followed by the movie, Cloudy With A Chance Of Meatballs. $5. Village Green, Fairhaven. www.fairhaven.com.
June 11 – Taste La Conner, 4 – 8 p.m. www.laconnerchamber.com.
July 4 – Blaine Old Fashioned Fourth of July. Street fair, arts & crafts, food, live music, pony rides, kids activities. 11 a.m.– 4 p.m. Parade at noon. Fireworks show at Blaine Harbor, 10 p.m. www.blainechamber.com. Salmon BBQ on the dock at Semiahmoo Resort, 5–9 p.m. www.semiahmoo.com.
June 12 – Human Race. Bellingham. Five or 10 km walk or run event to benefit area non–profits. Free lunch for participants, music & prizes. Maritime Heritage Park. 8:45 a.m. registration. 10 a.m. race. On-line registration at www.Active.com. www.whatcomvolunteer.org. June 12 – Fishing Derby. Lynden City Park. Event registration begins at 8 a.m. www.lynden.org. June 12 & 13 – Deming Logging Show. Deming. Lumbermen stunts, exhibits, displays, children’s events, food & big BBQ. Exhibits begin at 11 a.m., shows start at 1 p.m. www.demingloggingshow.com. June 13 – Hands Across The Border Peace Arch State Park, I-5 Exit 276. Join hundreds of scouts and veterans who participate in the hands across the border ceremony. Peace Arch State Park between the United States and Canada. The International Peace Arch Association sponsors this celebration that includes a flag exchange, speeches, a parade through the arch and a peace ceremony. www.blainechamber.com June 18 – Fairhaven Summer Solstice Tour D’Art Gallery Walk. Shop for local art for home & garden at over 25 shops, restaurants and galleries. 5–10 p.m. www.fairhaven.com. June 19 – Annual Boundary Bay Airshow, noon to 4:30 p.m. Free family event that includes displays of vintage and modern aircraft, prize draws, food vendors and lots of activities for the kids. Aerial show will run from 2 – 4:30 p.m. at the Boundary Bay Airport located at 4400 72nd Street, Delta. June 19 & 20 – Father’s Day Boat Show and Swap Meet. La Conner Marina. 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. www.laconnerchamber.com. June 19 – Skatefest. Annual event is held at the Ben Root Skate Park on R Avenue. Skateboard competition and music for all ages. Anacortes Parks & Recs. June 20 – Fairhaven Summer Solstice Celebration. 6 – 8:30 p.m. 10th Street and Mill Avenue. Walk about and fire lighting. Live music and open shops. June 26 – Birch Bay Sandcastle Contest. Birch Bay Drive. Starts at 9 a.m., judging starts at noon. www.birchbaychamber.com.
July 4 – Haggen’s Fourth of July Celebration. Enjoy fireworks over Bellingham Bay starting at 10:30 pm. July 4 – Anacortes July 4th Celebration.Town photo at 10 a.m. at 5th & Commercial. Parade at 11 a.m. starting at 3rd & Commercial. Patriotic program at Causland Park. Fireworks over Fidalgo Bay at dusk. 10 a.m. – 11 p.m. www.anacortes.com. July 4 – Parade & Fireworks in La Conner. Parade starts at 11 a.m. Community picnic and kids games, noon – 3 p.m. Fireworks over Swinomish Channel at 10 p.m. July 10 – Anacortes Kids-R-Best Fest. Free event featuring hands on games, activities, live entertainment and food. 11 a.m.–4 p.m. www.anacortes.org July 10 – Annual Chuckanut Foot Race. Fairhaven. 9 a.m. start at Marine Park; 11 a.m. Awards at Larrabee State Park. A 7-mile run. Follows the Interurban trail to Larrabee State Park on Chuckanut Drive. Race includes chip timing, water stations on the course, age-group awards, draw prizes, and a post-race celebration at Larrabee State Park with food and entertainment. Walkers welcome. www.fairhaven.com. July 10 - 11 – Annual From Hills to Mills Woodworking & Crafting Show. Live demonstrations and chainsaw competitions. Crafting such as bead work, soaps, and knitting. www.demingloggingshow.com. July 10 – Fairhaven Outdoor Cinema. 8 p.m. Music by Chuckanut Radio Hour live taping followed by the movie, Julie & Julia. $5. Village Green, Fairhaven. www.fairhaven.com. July 11 – 17 – Blaine Jazz Festival for Teens. Academic program for teens in instrumental or vocal jazz. Free noon concerts at Blaine Marine Park. Bring a sack lunch. www.pacificartsassoc.org.
July 17 – Work Boat Races. Guemes Channel, 4 p.m. www.anacortes.com. July 17 & 18 – Birch Bay Discovery Days. Weekend of family fun with regional vendors showcasing food, arts & crafts, music, game booths and more. 7878 Birch Bay Drive, Birch Bay. Saturday: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. with the parade at 11 am.; Sunday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Plus Ducky Derby, rubber duck race. www.birchbaychamber.com. July 17 & 18 – Friday Harbor Summer Arts Fair. 50 artists booths, kids activity zone, pancake breakfast. Sidewalk art contest, food, music and fun. Saturday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. www.sanjuanisland.org. July 17 & 18 – Pelindaba Lavender Festival. San Juan Island. Demonstrations, tours, workshops, and children’s activities. Gather lavender to take home, tour the fields, picnic, and local musicians. 33 Hawthorne Lane. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. www.pelindaba.com. July 18– Annual Point Roberts Garden Tour. View gardens and have afternoon tea. Tickets, $15. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.. www.pointrobertsgardenclub.org. July 19 – International Joke Telling Contest. Point Roberts community center. 8 p.m. July 24 – Samish Bay Bivalve Bash and Low Tide Mud Run. Chuckanut Drive. Activities for all ages. www.bivalvebash.com. July 21 – 24 – Tall Ships Tours and Adventure Sails.Visit the Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftan. Battle sails and adventure sails. Bellingham. Historicalseaport.org July 23 & 24 – An-O-Chords 52nd Annual Barbershop Show and Salmon BBQ. Anacortes. Three days of wonderful quartet and chorus singing, laughter and afterglow capped by an amateur quartet contest and wonderful alder smoked salmon BBQ on the beach at Anacortes’ Washington Park. Brodniak Hall, Anacortes. Show: $16/$22; BBQ $13 per person. For tickets, call 360/679-7473 or www.anochords.org July 24 – Fairhaven Outdoor Cinema. 8 p.m. Music by The Pennystinkers followed by the movie, Casablanca. $5. Village Green, Fairhaven. www.fairhaven.com. July 24 – Summer Solistice Barn Dance. Crockett Barn, Fort Casey Rd & Wannamaker, Coupeville. 7 p.m. Cost: $10. www.crockettbarn.com. July 24 & 25 – Greenbank Farm Loganberry Festival – A weekend packed full with music, food, wine tasting, arts and crafts booths are popping up around the main barns from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Admission is free with a requested $5 per car for parking. www.greenbankfarm.com .
July 13 - 19 – Tall Ships Tours and Adventure Sails. Visit the Lady Washington and
Waterside
June 26 – Annual Dog Festival at Storvik Park, Anacortes. Dog parade, dog demos, dog contests, food & vendor booths. All donations benefit the Anacortes Dog Park. www.AnacortesDogPark.com.
July 4 – Point Roberts Fourth of July celebration. Parade starts at noon on Gulf Road. Family fun follows at Lighthouse Marine Park. www.pointrobertschamberofcommerce.com
July 17 – Annual Anacortes Shipwreck Day Flea Market. Downtown, 10th - 3rd Street, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. www.anacortes.com.
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July 25 - August 8 – Marrowstone Music Festival. Bellingham. Orchestral & chamber music with world–class faculty & students. Performing Arts Center, Western Washington University. www.marrowstone.org. July 30 – August 2 – Spirit of the Sea Festival & Torch Light Parade. White Rock, B.C. Penny carnival, vendors, entertainment, salmon BBQ, family sandcastle competition, fireworks. www.city.whiterock.bc.ca. July 30 – August 1 – Mt. Baker Rhythm & Blues Festival. Deming. Music, food, crafts, beer garden and camping. Deming Logging Show Fairgrounds. www.bakerblues.com. July 31 – Tour de Whatcom Charity Bike Ride. Fairhaven. A bike ride to benefit Boys & Girls Clubs of Whatcom County. Choose the length of your ride - 25, 50 or 105 miles. Snacks and drinks will be available at rest stops along the routes. Support vehicles are available if needed. See the route maps on website. www.tourdewhatcom.com. July 31 – Fairhaven Outdoor Cinema. 8 p.m. Music by Prozac Mountain Boys followed by the movie, Where the Wild Things Are. $5. Village Green, Fairhaven. www.fairhaven.com. July 31 & August 1 – Lavender & Wind Annual Festival showcases over 20 local artists showing their work amidst lavender fields, sunflowers and spectacular views of the Olympic Mountains and the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Live music, food and wine by local vendors. Lavender Wind Farm 2530 Darst Rd., Coupeville. 10 a.m. Free. www.lavenderwind.com. July 31 (rain date of August 1) –Annual Chalk Art Festival.Sidewalks become colorful chalk creations. Downtown Bellingham Sidewalks. www.alliedarts.org. July 31 & August 1 – The Bellingham Arts Festival. Bellingham. Featuring more than 60 local and regional artist vendors, street painting, children’s activities, food, and live entertainment. Cornwall Avenue www.alliedarts.com. July 31 & August 1 – Point Roberts Art & Music Festival. Continuous dance, music, performing artists, arts, children’s workshops crafts & food. Lighthouse Park. www.pointrobertschamberofcommerce.com.
AUGUST August 5 – La Conner’s Annual Pioneer Picnic. Pioneer Park. Salmon BBQ. Music provided by Polka Dot Band. Open to the public. www.laconnerchamber.com. August 6 – Salmon at the Bay BBQ Dinner. 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Boundary Bay Brewery. 1107 Railroad Avenue, Bellingham. Salmon BBQ. Live music at 9:30 p.m. www.bbaybrewery.com. August 6 – Anacortes Chamber Gallery Art Walk. Downtown. 6 – 9 p.m. www.anacortes.org. August 6 – 8– Anacortes Arts and Crafts Festival. Over 250 booth artisans. Art, entertainment, children’s activities, culinary art, food. www.anacortesartsfestival.com. August 7 – Fairhaven Outdoor Cinema. 7:30 p.m. Music by Reid Kerr followed by the movie, Star Trek. $5. Village Green, Fairhaven. www.fairhaven.com. August 7 & 8 – Drayton Harbor Maritime Festival. Blaine. Street fair, live music, food, arts & crafts vendors, kids’ games and activities, motorcycle show ’n shine. Wooden & steam powered vintage boat exhibitions. Gate 2, Blaine Harbor’s visitor dock, Blaine. 10 a.m.– 4 p.m. Prestigious George Raft Race, 1:30 p.m. Saturday. www.blainechamber.com. August 8 – Peace Arch State Park Asian Concert Series. Peace Arch Park, Blaine. 2 p.m. Ruže Dalmatinke (Dalmatian Roses) and the Vela Luka Croatian Dancers. www.peacearchpark.org. August 11 - 14 – Skagit County Fair. Mt. Vernon. www.skagitcounty.net. August 13 & 14 – Subdued Stringband Jamboree.Deming. Two nights and a day of picking, singing, and stomping. Deming Log Show Ground. www.stringbandjamboree.com. August 14 – La Conner Classic Yacht & Car Show. Classic yachts and
autos, marine & auto related merchandise booths, BBQ, beer garden, kid’s activities. La Conner Marina. www.laconner.net.
cle course relay race as well as enjoy the music, food, beer garden, and kid’s activities. Depot Market Square. www.sustainableconnections.org.
August 14 – Whidbey Island Highland Games - Whidbey Island Celtic Society’s annual celebration of all that is Scottish. Pipe bands, pipers, dancers and athletic events with food and fun to spare. 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. www.greenbankfarm.com.
September 11 – Fairhaven Runners Waterfront 15K run and walk from the Village Green, along Bellingham Bay to Squalicum Harbor and back along the bay, finishing at the Village Green. Walker friendly race. www.fairhavenrunners.com.
August 14 – Fairhaven Outdoor Cinema. 7:30 p.m. Music by Jeff Howard & Anneka Deacon followed by the movie, Night At The Museum, Battle Of The Smithsonian. $5. Village Green, Fairhaven. www.fairhaven.com.
September 11 – 12 – Annual Anacortes Antique Engine & Machinery Show. 9th Street and Q Avenue. Free. www.anacortes.org.
August 15 – Peace Arch State Park Asian Concert Series. Peace Arch Park, Blaine. 2 p.m. Hmong Association of Washington musicians and dancers. www.peacearchpark.org. August 16 - 21 – Northwest Washington Fair. Lynden. Carnival, agriculture displays, draft horse exhibitions, vendors, concerts & food. Northwest Washington Fairgrounds, Front Street. www.nwwafair.org. August 18 - 21 – San Juan Island County Fair. Friday Harbor. Exhibitors, vendors, music, and food. www.sanjuancountyfair.org. August 20 - 22 – Richmond Maritime Festival. Exhibits, entertainment, hands-on demonstrations and floating exhibition of boats. Britannia Heritage Shipyard, Steveston BBQ. www.britannia-hss.ca August 19 - 22 – Island County Fair. Langley Fair Grounds. August 20 - August 22 – Anacortes Eagles Barbeque. Huge salmon bar-b-que hosted by the Anacortes Eagles, 7th Street and Q Avenue. August 21 – Fairhaven Outdoor Cinema. 7 p.m. Music by Laura Overstreet followed by the movie, The Blind Side. $5. Village Green, Fairhaven. www.fairhaven.com. August 21 – Bite of Bellingham. Fun and family-friendly event. Sample food from a variety of Bellingham restaurants and enjoy music from local favorites. 1300 block of Cornwall Avenue. www.downtownbellingham.com. August 21 – Art at the Winery. Blaine. Outdoor arts festival features fine art from around the Northwest accompanied by winery tours and samples of all the Dakota Creek wines. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Dakota Creek Winery,3575 Haynie Road. www.dakotacreekwinery.com. August 22 – Peace Arch State Park Asian Concert Series. Peace Arch Park, Blaine. 2 p.m. Hurong Viet Performing Arts Group, Vietnamese ensemble. www.peacearchpark.org. August 23 – Richmond Children’s Festival. Bouncy castles, kids only swap meet, interactive science world displays, magician, music and more. Minoru Park Plaza, Granville Avenue. www.richmond.ca. August 27 – Family Movie Night. Bring a chair and watch the movie Up. Starts at dusk at Causland Park, 710 N Avenue, Anacortes. August 28 – Fairhaven Outdoor Cinema. 7 p.m. Music by The Honeybees followed by the movie, The Wizard Of Oz. $5. Village Green, Fairhaven. www.fairhaven.com. August 28 – Ferndale Street Festival. Live music, food vendors, craft vendors, foot race, sports contests, kids activities, sports contests, car show, mechanical bull rides and more. Main Street. 10 a.m.– 9 p.m. www.ferndale–chamber.com.
September 18 – Fidalgo Bay Day. Anacortes. Seafarers’ Memorial park. Chowder tasting, free clam and oyster sampling and BBQ. Fun events for kids. Free. www.anacortes.org. September 18 – Bellingham Traverse. Multi–sport challenge–run, mountain bike, road bike, trail run, sea kayak and trek. Registration begins June 1. www.bellinghamtraverse.com. September 26 – Oyster Run Motorcycle Rally. Anacortes. www.anacortes.org.
ONGOING EVENTS Anacortes Farmers Market – May 15 – October 16. Depot Arts Center, 7th Street & “R” Avenue. Local farm fresh produce, cheeses and breads, and handmade crafts. Saturdays, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., www.anacortesfarmersmarket.org. APA Cannery Museum – Devoted to featuring the history of the Alaska Packers Association and local wildlife. Semiahmoo Park, Blaine. May 28 – September. Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 1 – 5 p.m. Bellingham Farmers Market – Bellingham: Saturdays through December 25. Fresh vegetables, local fruits, cheese, flowers, crafts, activities, music & more. 1100 block of Railroad Avenue, Depot Market Square. 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Fairhaven: Wednesdays, June 2 – September 29. Fresh vegetables, local fruits, cheese, flowers, crafts, music & more. Noon – 5 p.m. www.bellinghamfarmers.org. Bellingham Gallery Walk – First Friday of every month. Explore artists’ studios, enjoy their work, and meet the artists. Free. Downtown Bellingham. 7–10 p.m. Birch Bay Farmers Market: Thursdays through September, 4 - 7 p.m. Food, crafts, flowers. Next to C-Shop at 4825 Alderson Road. Blaine Gardeners Market: Saturdays through October, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Handmade and homemade products for sale. www.blainechamber.com Delta Museum and Archives – Stroll through the turn of the century inside a restored 1912 Tudor style heritage building. Admission by donation. 4858 Delta Street, Delta, B.C. Tuesday–Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. www.corp.delta.bc.ca. Downtown Bellingham Sounds: Alley Concerts – Series of live concerts for the entire family. July 14 through August 11. Wednesdays, 6–9 p.m. The alley between Holly and Bay streets, Free. Exhibition Of Fine Art At Loomis Hall Gallery: Open Tuesday through Saturdays, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. 288 Martin St. Loomis Hall, featuring original artwork by local, regional and international artists. For information, call 360/603-1121. Fairhaven’s Art Market – Fairhaven’s New Art Market open Friday, Saturday and Sundays from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Waldron Building, Fairhaven.
August 29 – Peace Arch State Park Asian Concert Series. Peace Arch Park, Blaine. 2 p.m. Los Bailadores del Sol, regional dances of Mexico. www.peacearchpark.org.
Ferndale Farmers Market – Ferndale’s Centennial Riverwalk Park 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Every Saturday until October 2. Music and special activities each Saturday.
August 29 – Freeland Annual Open Classic Golf Tournament. Open classic golf tournament followed by a dinner and auction, held at the Useless Bay Golf & Country Club. www.freeland-wa.org.
Ladner Village Market – Every second and fourth Sunday June 13 – September 12, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. 48th Ave. www.ladnervillagemarket.com.
SEPTEMBER September 3 – Anacortes Chamber Gallery Art Walk. Downtown. 6 – 9 p.m. www.anacortes.org. September 4 & 5 – Lummi Island Artist’s Studio Tour. 10 a.m – 6 p.m. www.lummi-island.com. September 7 – Kindred Spirits & the .2k Harvest Chase. Bellingham. Join in the fish-tossing, cow-milking, bean-shelling hilarity of the 7-leg Harvest Chase obsta-
Mt. Baker Theatre – Bellingham. Showcases live performances. 104 North Commercial Street. www.mountbakertheatre.com. On the Waterfront Concert Series – White Rock, B.C. Boardwalk acoustic performances. White Rock Museum Plaza. Saturday & Sunday in July & August, 2 – 4 p.m. www.city.whiterock.bc.ca. Peace Arch Park International Sculpture Exhibition – Blaine. Self-guided tour exhibit brochure available on site. Peace Arch Park. 8 a.m. –dusk, daily, May 1 – October 1. Plover Historic Ferry – Blaine. Restored ferry takes visitors from Blaine Harbor to Semiahmoo. June 18 – Labor Day. Fri. & Sat., noon–8 p.m. & Sun 10 a.m.– 6 p.m. Call 360/3326484.
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ATTRACTIONS: • The Annual Spirit of the Sea Festival and Sandcastle contest July 30 - August 2. • A walk on the famous White Rock pier. • Grab some fish and chips from one of the many vendors for a picnic on the beach. • Watch the sun go down over drinks at a sidewalk cafe on Marine Drive. • Catch a game at Softball City.
Getting There: From the south: Take the first exit after customs. Follow the roundabout to the left and follow the road to Marine Drive & the beach area. From the north: Take the King George Hwy exit, keep right, turn right on 152nd St. for the main shopping area.
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The seaside town of White Rock is situated on the northeast side of Semiahmoo Bay and it’s the first stop coming north after crossing the international border. It is named after the nearly 500-ton boulder that sits on the shore just south of the town’s famed 1,500 foot pier. Legend has it that it was tossed across the Strait of Georgia by a young Indian chief who chose the spot where it landed as the location for a home with his new wife. The more prosaic explanation is that glaciers deposited the boulder here, supposedly pushed here all the way from Hudson’s Bay by glaciers. Originally the white wash came from birds favoring the rock with their guano but now it’s city workers armed with pots of paint and brushes. The rock is a favorite target of graffiti artists. Visitors are drawn first to the famous 1,500-foot long pier and the Marine Drive area. You’ll find families fishing for crab and couples taking romantic sunset walks as they look over the bay and Point Roberts, Blaine and the San Juan Islands in the distance. Back on shore there are kilometers of broad sandy beaches for sunbathing, swimming, kayaking or windsurfing. Running along the beach is a raised railroad that remains in use. A paved walkway runs alongside and is a great place if you’re looking for a scenic run. Marine Drive itself is jammed with shops and great restaurants. Sidewalk dining and people watching is serious sport here. Even on inclement days, people sit outside under awnings, heated by patio heaters while enjoying the view and the food. For serious shoppers, the uptown area is where you’ll find shopping centers, more restaurants and services of all kinds. If you like golf, you’ll love White Rock. There are 15 golf courses and five golf ranges within 20 minutes of downtown. Just to the north of town is the pleasant seaside community of Crescent Beach. On July 16 - 18 is the annual Tour de White Rock bike race. Lots of people and fun to be had. The weekend of July 30 - August 2 also promises to be an exciting one. The “Spirit of the Sea” is a family oriented celebration of the water, land and life of the Semiahmoo Peninsula. The festival typically attracts 70,000 spectators and participants to this fun and entertaining festival.
Richmond & Steveston A heck of a catch
You don’t get more WaterSide than this. On its north side, Richmond is bounded by the North Arm of the mighty Fraser River while on the south, it’s the South Arm. To the west is the Strait of Georgia. This is not the place for aquaphobics. Richmond occupies two large islands, Lulu and Sea, and 15 smaller islands Rapidly growing, Richmond is home to 180,000 people. International in feel, 60 percent of the population is Asian and south Asian in background. Chinese, Japanese, Vietnamese and other regional cuisines and stores abound. Shopping and dining on No. 3 Road is an absolute standout. Check out Yaohan Center for a cultural experience you’ll never forget. Called the Golden Village, the area evokes the bustle of Hong Kong. Recreation is a priority for residents with over 90 parks and a well-established trail and dike system. All this fitness stuff must be working. According to Statistics Canada, residents of Richmond have the greatest life expectancy in Canada at 83.4 years, and the lowest obesity and smoking rates as well. With an average elevation of just over three feet (one meter), the city is a great place for walkers, runners and bikers. A huge summertime draw is the Richmond Night Market. Held every weekend beginning in May, the venue offers entertainment, food and incredible bargains, especially on electronic devices. The market is located on the river at 12631 Vulcan Way (www.richmondnightmarket.com)
The historic village of Steveston is located on the southern edge of Richmond on the banks of the south arm of the Fraser River. Over 600 fishing boats, Canada’s largest fishing fleet, ply the river to the ocean returning with catches that visitors can buy right off the dock. Shrimp, halibut and salmon are the main choices offered. Visitors can walk along the boardwalk, check out the shops and stop for fresh seafood at one of the many restaurants on the streets lining the river. Steveston is also the jumping off spot for whale watching boats. Tours leave frequently going down river past sea lions out to the Strait of Georgia where the orcas, seals and eagles are found. Once a hub of thriving canneries, the last one closed in the 1990s. Still, visitors may explore the Gulf of Georgia Cannery national historic site, the Steveston Museum and Britannia Heritage Shipyard. On Canada Day, July 1, Steveston holds its 63rd Annual Steveston Salmon Festival Day. Its salmon BBQ is justifiably famous and it includes rides for the kids, entertainment and much more. Located on Steveston Highway, a few miles from the village is the huge Riverport entertainment complex. A multiplex, Watermania park, bowling alley and Spaghetti Factory will keep everyone in the family entertained for hours.
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RICHMOND & STEVESTON ATTRACTIONS: • The Road to Heaven. • The Asian markets in downtown Richmond. • Walking the jetty while the planes take off. • Fish & chips in Steveston. • Go on a whalewatching expedition.
Family Fun & Fitness! • Wave Pool with Interactive Water Play Features • 2 Exciting Water Slides • 50 Metre Pool • 1 & 3 Metre Diving Boards, plus 5 Metre Tower • 2 Large Whirl Pools • Sauna & Steam Rooms • Large Fitness Centre with Cardio & Strength Equipment, plus Free Weights • Concession Services • Swim & Fitness Shop
Getting There:
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Coming north on 99: Take the Westminster Hwy exit after the tunnel, turn right for Riverport, left for Steveston and follow signs. For Richmond: Take the Westminster Hwy exit going north and turn left. Follow it until you get to No. 3 Road.
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Ladner & Tsawwassen Looking towards the sea...
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The first impression a visitor gets on approaching the adjoining towns Tsawwassen and Ladner is of their lively and energetic nature. Shopping outlets, restaurants, ferry and shipping terminals, river boats, ball games and joggers – all meld into an atmosphere of seemingly non-stop activity. But it’s not just the human population that’s to-ing and fro-ing around you – consider the wildlife. Ladner and Tsawwassen, which means ‘looking towards the sea’ in the Coast Salish language, sit smack in the middle of the Pacific Flyway and the surrounding fields, wetlands and waterways is an important stopover for millions of birds on their annual migration. Like Point Roberts, these two towns sit in what’s known locally as the ‘blue hole.’ What that means is while one looks north, east and south and sees nothing but clouds, above you are blue skies. This micro-climate is caused by the presence of Vancouver Island to the west, the North Shore Mountains to the north and the Cascade Mountain range to the east. It is not unusual to be driving south from Vancouver in the rain only to reach the Fraser River and have the sun break through. In fact, the area receives just 30 inches of rain (732 mm) versus 47 inches (1219 mm) in Vancouver. Most of that falls in winter and early spring; by summer, the sun is out as long as 16 hours a day. (That explains
the palm trees that line the center of 56th Street in Tsawwassen.) All this bustling doesn’t have to tire you out, however. Once you’ve experienced the restaurants, boutiques, personal service establishments and supermarkets along 56th Street, Boundary Bay Regional Park offers you a great
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Getting There: Coming south on Hwy 99: After the George Massey Tunnel, take Hwy 17 exit, turn right on Hwy 10 for Ladner. Otherwise, continue south on Hwy 17 until you see signs for 56th Street on the left for Tsawwassen. Coming north: Take the Hwy 17 exit, turn left at the light and follow the directions above.
Just minutes from • great family environment • outdoor pool • full service restaurant • fitness facility • tennis courts
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ATTRACTIONS: •The George Reifel bird sanctuary in Ladner • Having the warmest swim north of California at Centennial Beach. • Biking or walking the dikes in both towns. • Ladner farmers market on summer weekends. • Watching baseball on one of the many diamonds in the area.
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LADNER & TSAWWASSEN
• BC Ferries, Vancouver International Airport, US border • excellent shopping and entertainment facilities • banquet & catering facilities
Visit our website for our Stay and Play package with the Tsawwassen Golf and Country Club! www.deltainn.com Toll Free Reservations: 1-888-777-1266 Information and Local Reservations: 604-946-4404 • www.deltainn.com 6005 Highway 17 (at Highway 99) Delta, BC, Canada V4K 5B8
place to spot rare and less rare species of birds. Trails wander through tide and wetlands ending at Centennial Beach. This is a great place for a swim or a picnic or a barbeque. Like Ladner, Tsawwassen is bordered by dikes, perfect for walking, running, biking or even horseback riding. Boundary Bay Regional Trail has spectacular views in all directions but is especially beautiful looking south to the U.S. San Juan islands. One can walk, run, ride or canter for 20 kilometers one way if they wish. If you need to cool off, Boundary Bay is a great place to go for a swim. The sand
flats go out for a half-mile and when the tide comes in on a sunny day, the water is warmed to bathtub temperatures. Failing that, head over to the west side for a picnic by the ferry terminal. Here you’ll find visitors launching boats and kayaks, fishing and general lazing around. Nearby is the Tsawwassen Indian Reserve and an entertainment complex with waterslides and go cart courses. Take the back route, Arthur Drive, into Ladner if you can. You’ll drive past farmhouses and horse pastures, a decidedly rural area. You can attribute
the lack of urban sprawl to the agriculture land reserve, established in 1973 by the provincial government. Controversial at the time, the law essentially froze 11 million acres (4.7 million hectares) as agricultural land. At the time, nearly 17,000 acres (7,000 hectares) of ag land was being lost each year; the fact the reserve has remained essentially the same means the goal of preserving farmland has been achieved. The town of Ladner dates to 1868 when two brothers, Thomas and William Ladner, squatted on parcels of land on opposite sides of the river. Ladner is a great place to get out and walk or bike. Traffic generally is minimal and the terrain is flat. Wander the downtown area with its historic buildings and a very compelling local museum. As mentioned earlier, the entire delta region is an important stopover on the Pacific Flyway. Millions of birds take a breather
in the fields and water before flying north or south, depending on the season. One of the best places to see this amazing bird life is at the Reifel Bird Sanctuary. Take River Road West, follow the signs and turn right for the bridge to Westham Island. Keep your eyes open for a small park before the bridge if you’d like to take a small break. Quite often you’ll have a close up view of happy sea lions sitting on fish processing docks or taking advantage of fishers hauling nets up in the river. Deas Island Regional Park has five kilometers of walking and biking trails that wander the banks of the Fraser River and Deas Slough. For a different kayaking adventure, try a paddle in the slough. A boat ramp on Ferry Road at the west end of Deas Slough is vehicle accessible. Here fishers, water-skiers, jet boats, canoes, and kayaks launch into the slough.
s Palm trees line the streets of Tsawwassen.
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POINT ROBERTS ATTRACTIONS: • A walk in Point Roberts’ newest park, Lily Point Marine Reserve. • The Annual Arts & Music Festival at Lighthouse Marine Park. • A swim at Maple Beach, the warmest beach north of CA. • Watch the orcas at Lighthouse Marine Park. • A real home-grown 4th of July parade.
Getting There: Follow directions to 56th Street in Tsawwassen. Continue south to the U.S. border.
Point Roberts
4.9 square miles of laidback energy
Only 4.9 square miles and just 1,200 permanent residents, Point Roberts is a quirky kind of place that has attracted people from all over the world and hasn’t let them go. The Point hangs down from British Columbia and is about three miles wide by two miles long. Much of the central portion is covered by forest with clearings on the beaches that ring the peninsula.
On the east are the warm waters of Boundary Bay with its extensive sand flats while the south and west is bounded by Strait of Georgia. Immediately north of the border is Tsawwassen. If you’ve timed it right, you’ll catch what the locals call the “Orca show.” Point Roberts is home to two pods of killer whales who are often seen as close as 10 feet off the beach when salmon are running.
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Check with Lighthouse Marine Park but the whales usually show up around 3 or 4 p.m. Camping is available. Maple Beach has nearly one mile of sand flats which makes for great crabbing and clamming and allegedly boasts the warmest water north of California (it can get close to 80 degrees in the late afternoon when the tide comes in). Reserve at Maple Meadows Inn (offers yoga too). Lily Point Marine Reserve, further south, makes a great place to picnic, a swim or just plain relaxing. Keep an eye out for eagles – there are a number of perches and it’s not uncommon to see as many as 15 - 25 eagles at a time.
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La Conner & Chuckanut Drive Mystic Sea Charters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Oyster Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Taylor Shellfish Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Queen of the Valley Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Fairhaven Chrysalis Inn & Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Colophon Cafe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Fairhaven Rug Gallery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Skylark’s Hidden Cafe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Victoria-San Juan Cruises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Bellingham Chuckanut Brewery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Guesthouse Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Guiseppe’s Italian Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . .10 Mindport Exhibits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Birch Bay Bay Center Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Beach Basket Yarns & Gifts . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce . . . . . . .12 Birch Bay Resort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Birch Bay Square . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Birch Bay Waterslides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 C Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Bobby’s Dry Dock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Miniature World Family Fun Center . . . . . .14 Paddle and Pedal Adventures . . . . . . . . . .14 Sandcastle at Birch Bay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Sea Links Golf Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Tide Catcher Cabins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Windermere/Mike Kent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Blaine Blaine Chamber of Commerce . . . . . . . . . . 20 Blaine Harbor/Port of Bellingham . . . . . . .17 City of Blaine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Dakota Creek Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Loomis Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Outer Island Expeditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Paso Del Norte . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Pizza Factory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Semiahmoo Resort-Golf-Spa . . . . . . . . . . .16 Windermere/Linda Kiens . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Custer/Ferndale/Lummi Island Grandview Golf Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Silver Reef Casino Resort & Spa . . . . . . . . . .2 Pooch Palace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Lynden Grandiflora Home and Garden . . . . . . . . . .21 Jake’s Western Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Sole Obsession . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Richmond & Steveston Sanduz Estate Wines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Watermania . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
CROSSING THE BORDER: The U.S. now requires travelers to present a passport or other approved secure document denoting citizenship and identity for all land and sea travel into the U.S. Most travelers will require one of the following documents: U.S. citizens: A passport issued by the U.S. government, a passport card, a valid trusted traveler program card (FAST, NEXUS, or SENTRI), an enhanced driver’s license (EDL), a military ID with official travel orders, or a U.S. Merchant Mariner document. Canadian citizens: A passport issued by the government of Canada, a valid trusted traveler program card (FAST, NEXUS, or SENTRI), or an EDL. U.S. and Canadian children under the age of 16 will be able to present a birth certificate or other proof of citizenship. Always declare when you are transporting more than $10,000 in or out of the United States or Canada. Be prepared to prove that any minor children traveling with you have identification and – if they are not your children – that you have written parental consent. Have receipts for all purchases readily available. Carry proof of rabies vaccinations for your dog. Know what food products are not allowed. For example, the U.S. does not allow lamb and citrus among others. Canada has its own list. Know your personal exemptions. For example, if you have been in Canada under 48 hours, you can bring in goods valued under $200 duty free into the U.S. (if over 48 hours, the limit is $800 and family members can combine their exemptions). Northbound, you may bring bona fide gifts worth up to $60 CDN each for your friends in Canada without paying duty, provided these do not consist of tobacco or alcoholic beverages. You cannot combine allowances. For info call: U.S. Customs & Border Protection: 360/332-5771 U.S. Dept. of Agriculture: 360/332-1640 U.S. Fish & Wildlife: 360/332-5388 Canada Border Services: 604/538-3655
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White Rock Ocean Promenade Hotel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Turkey House & Deli . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Uli’s Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Tsawwassen & Ladner Delta Town & Country Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 F440 Racing Challenge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Nature Guides BC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 River House Marina Restaurant & Pub . . .29 Splashdown Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Tsawwassen Golf & Country Club . . . . . . . .29 Point Roberts Julius Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Point Roberts Golf & Country Club . . . . . . .31 Point Roberts Marina Resort . . . . . . . . . . . 31 South Beach House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
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