Bellingham Mt. Baker region is packed with fun for everyone
6/20/2006

BELLINGHAM MT. BAKER REGION IS PACKED WITH FUN FOR EVERYONE!

Bellingham, WA~ Nestled between the deep Pacific Ocean and the towering Cascade Mountain Range, the Bellingham Mt. Baker region is truly blessed by nature and geography.

Our area offers endless activities to experience such as whale watching, birding, excursions to the San Juan Islands, photo opportunities of snow-capped glaciers, captivating exhibits at renowned museums, wine tasting, and tulip fields. Come explore alpine meadows, old growth forests, waterfront state parks and a wide variety of accommodations and restaurants.

Here is a sampling of 50 things to see and do in Whatcom County:

1) Shop historic Fairhaven District

2) Take a drive through Canada to Point Roberts (remember to bring your identification)

3) Snowboard or ski the halfpipe at Mt. Baker, a mountain that holds the world record for having the most snowfall in a year, as well as the longest ski season!

4) Tour the Mt. Baker Vineyards in Deming or Samson Estates in the North County

5) Take a scenic drive or bike ride on Lummi Island

6) Canoe or sail on Lake Whatcom

7) Glide your kayak through Lake Padden

8) Walk around the Lake Padden Loop Trail

9) Drive breathtaking Chuckanut Drive

10) Pitch a tent or scuba dive at Larrabee State Park

11) Dig clams during low tide at Birch Bay

12) Golf all 15 public courses

13) Roll the dice and "take a gamble" at the Skagit Valley, Nooksack and Silver Reef casinos

14) Camp at Baker Lake

15) Read the historic sidewalk markers of Fairhaven

16) Buy local produce at the Bellingham Farmer’s Market

17) Lounge, nap or savor a home-cooked breakfast at an inn or bed & breakfast

18) Taste "to die for" homemade soups at Colophon Cafe’

19) Hang glide off Chuckanut Mountain

20) Bird watch at Lummi Flats

21) Walk through Blaine’s history

22) Mountain bike the Interurban Trail

23) Picnic at a local park

24) Ride the Amtrak up to Vancouver or down to Seattle

25) Climb up the viewing tower at Sehome Hill Arboretum

26) Listen to the trickling waters at Whatcom Falls park

27) Play tennis at Whatcom Falls Park

28) Attend the Everson-Nooksack Summer Festival or one of the many other festivals in our area!

29) Immerse yourself in the arts at Allied Arts Gallery

30) Ride the rustic Lake Whatcom Railway

31) Sail to the San Juan Islands from Bellingham Bay

32) Watch mud fly at the motorcycle races at Hannegan Speedway

33) Ride horses on Stuart Mountain

34) Throw a penny in the indoor canal in Dutch town Lynden

35) Get charged at the American Museum of Radio and Electricity

36) Hop on the Alaska Ferry

37) Day trip on a foot ferry to the San Juan Islands or Victoria, British Columbia

38) View Mt. Shuksan from Artist’s Point, one of the most photographed peaks in the world!

39) Jog or walk the dog along Boulevard Park Trail

40) Ride the Plover Ferry across Blaine’s Drayton Harbor

41) Read plaques on both sides of the Peace Arch at the border crossing

42) Study sea life at Eliza Island

43) Pet sea creatures at the Marine Life Center’s "hands-on" pool in Squalicuim Harbor.

44) Ice skate a figure eight at the Sportsplex

45) Interact with gadgets at Mindport Exhibits

46) Watch Orca whales at Point Roberts

47) Smell an old growth forest near Maple Falls

48) Applaud a show at the Mount Baker Theatre

49) Whoop and holler at the Sumas Junior Rodeo

50) Enjoy a refreshing change!

For up to date information and ideas call Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism at (800) 487-2032 or check them out on-line at www.bellingham.org