Upcoming outdoor events
Published 4:46 pm Friday, June 19, 2015
Survival A wilderness survival training course is at 10 a.m. June 27 on Guemes Island near Anacortes. The class includes fire building, edible plants, finding or building shelters, navigation, water procurement, shoreline survival, poisonous plants, dangerous animals, children in the wilderness, foraging, animal trapping, trip planning, natural navigation, survival kits, first aid kits and the 10 essentials. These classes are all hands on training and are designed for all age groups, but they can be physically challenging. The class is held outdoors. Anyone under 18 years must be accompanied by an adult. Classes are $35, $20 for those under 18. Kids under 12 attend for free. Go to wildernessurvivalskills.wordpress.com or call 360-659-0222.
Boating: The Everett Sail and Power Squadron will teach the America’s Boating Course on three Saturdays this summer, starting July 25. 1. Classes are from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Bayside Marine Showroom Floor in Everett. The cost is $50 per person or two people can take the course together for $70. The topics include an introduction to various types of boats, boating registration laws, state and local regulations, safety equipment, accident reporting, protecting the marine environment and weather. The course is designed to familiarize the student with the basics needed to operate a boat safely and be in compliance with state and federal laws. Upon successful completion of the final test, students will qualify for the Washington State Boater Education card required before operating watercraft in Washington state. Additionally, many insurance companies offer discounts on boating insurance to boaters who successfully complete the course. Register online at www.usps.org/everett, or contact Jim West, Instructor, at 425-778-0283 or by email phnx789@msn.com.
Hands on: Each Sunday this summer from 3 to 4 p.m. at Cama Beach State Park, a ranger will bring out artifacts for visitors to look at and touch. Most Sundays the collection will include a 40,000 year old mammoth tusk. Meet in front of the store. Get more info at http://parks.wa.gov/calendar.aspx
Nature and history: Camano Island State Park offers programs at the ampitheater from 7:30 to 9 p.m. each Saturday through the summer. Get more info at http://parks.wa.gov/calendar.aspx.
