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best parks in Washington state

Bellingham Waypoint Park Wins Another Design Award

Bellingham Waypoint Park Wins Another Design Award

June 28, 2019

  The Seattle section of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) has recognized Waypoint Park in Bellingham with a 2019 Local Outstanding Civil Engineering Achievement Award. Gina Austin, ... [Continue Reading]

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A Day on the Farm at Hovander Homestead Park

A Day on the Farm at Hovander Homestead Park

By Hilary Parker / August 15, 2017

My first trip to Hovander Homestead Park in Ferndale was as a child. My mother had visited, and thought I would enjoy seeing the historic home, barn and surrounding park lands. It made enough of an ... [Continue Reading]

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Exploring Peace Arch Park – an International Experience

Exploring Peace Arch Park – an International Experience

By Todd Elsworth / June 24, 2014

To my surprise, I learned that you can walk freely between US and Canadian borders at Peace Arch Park in Blaine, WA. I've always been curious as to where you can go to the park, so we set out to ... [Continue Reading]

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Berthusen Park is filled with great trails and history

Berthusen Park is filled with great trails and history

By Todd Elsworth / April 7, 2014

Berthusen Park is found on the outskirts of Lynden, just north of Bellingham. The park provides plenty of activities for the whole family. Berthusen Park provides picnic areas, group shelters, ... [Continue Reading]

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Sitting on the Dock on the Bay – Taylor Dock and Boulevard Park in Bellingham

Sitting on the Dock on the Bay – Taylor Dock and Boulevard Park in Bellingham

By Todd Elsworth / March 7, 2014

It's no secret that Taylor Dock, just outside of Fairhaven Historic District in Bellingham is one of the most popular trails in Whatcom County. Taylor Dock offers the opportunity for people to propel ... [Continue Reading]

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