From the North Chuckanut Mountain trailhead parking lot, just off Chuckanut Drive, we were looking for a short hike under the cover of the forest canopy of Chuckanut Mountain Park. Rain was in the forecast, but we had to get out there for some fresh air. We followed the sign pointing to the Chuckanut Trails, […]

The only thing that I like better than eating fresh salmon is watching them in their final struggle to spawn up our local Bellingham creeks. That opportunity is about to present itself in the coming weeks with the returning Chum Salmon. Our local fish-loving organization, Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association (aka NSEA), leads tours throughout town […]

It was in the spring of 1916, when the bucolic 20-mile scenic drive first opened from Burlington to Bellingham. Today, when you’re coming north on I-5, take exit 231 and follow SR-11, Chuckanut Drive north. This is your best introduction to Bellingham and a sample of what’s in store for you out-of-doors. I’ll show you […]

Many locals around Bellingham are enjoying some amazingly sunny weather this February — causing many (including me) to partake in more Spring-like activities. A recent crystal-clear Sunday morning inspired me to take a trail run on the Interurban with a friend and our dogs. I love this trail. I have hiked with friends and family, […]