Outdoors calendar

Events

American Lung Association: A 9 a.m. April 23 Mount Si climb. 800-732-9339.

Tour De Lopez: An April 23 scenic ride on Lopez Island, 10 or 26 miles, $20, $15 ages 12 and younger, registration required. 877-433-2789, www.lopezisland.com.

North Sound Sea Kayaking Association: A 7 p.m. April 23 paddle, beginner, Lake Stevens. www.nsseakayaker.homestead.com.

Perspectives series: Olympic National Park’s sixth annual program, 7 p.m. second Tuesdays, November through May, at Olympic National Park Visitor Center, 3002 Mount Angeles Road, Port Angeles; 360-565-3005.

* Sixth annual Olympic Coast Clean-Up, April 23.

B.I.K.E.S.: A 9 a.m. April 24 Lake Washington loop ride, 50 miles. 360-435-5978.

Family tracking day: Learn to track animals, 9 a.m. to noon April 24, Lynnwood Parks and Recreation, $14, 425-771-4030.

American Lung Association: A 6:30 p.m. April 26 informational meeting for “Big Ride Pacific Coast.” 800-732-9339.

Pilchuck Audubon: A 7:30 a.m. April 26 trip to Guemes Island/ anacortes. 360-563-0181.

B.I.K.E.S.: A 8:45 a.m. April 27 Chainwheel Chatter delivery to Velo sports, 40 miles. 360-658-2462.

B.I.K.E.S.: A 6 p.m. April 27 ride, from Everett Transit Station, 18 to 25 miles. 425-745-3467.B.I.K.E.S.: A 5:30 p.m. April 28 ride, 18 miles. 425-355-4510.

North Sound Sea Kayaking Association: A April 30 paddle, Snohomish River to Langus Park, novice. 425-252-8376.

B.I.K.E.S.: An 8 a.m. April 30 Everett/High Bridge loop, 50 miles. 425-789-1175.

Basic wilderness survival: An April 30 or May 7 five-hour survival class, $25, Guemes Island. 360-659-0222.

Camano Climb 2005: A May 1 Camano Island ride and spaghetti dinner, 25 or 38 miles, $25. www.stanwoodvelosport.com.

Lime Kilm Trail hike: A 9 a.m. May 6 hike, 300 foot elevation gain, $15, registration required. 425-257-8300.

Leavenworth Spring Bird Fest: May 6 through 8, Leavenworth. 509-548-5807, www.leavenworthspringbirdfest.com.

Pilchuck Audubon: A May 7 shrub-steppe intimacy trip in Umtanum/Yakima. www.pilchuckaudubon.org.

North Sound Sea Kayaking Association: A 6 p.m. May 10 Jetty Island paddle, beginner. www.nsseakayaker.homestead.com.

Pilchuck Audubon: A 7:30 a.m. May 10 trip to Legion Park. 360-435-3750.

B.I.K.E.S.: A May 14 and 15 Yakima wine tasting ride. 360-435-5978.

Beat the Bridge: A May 15 four-mile family walk, one-mile fun run, 8K race and diaper derby, $15, $25 includes t-shirt. 206-628-1000, www.beatthebridge.org.

Group Health Bicycle: Ride Saturdays and Sundays, May 15 through Sept. 18, Lake Washington route closed to cars. www.ghc.org/cycling.

Pilchuck Audubon: A 7:30 a.m. May 17 Carnation Marsh trip. 360-435-3750.

Friday night races: Four race categories at the Velodrome, Fridays May 20 through Aug. 26. www.ghc.org/cycling.

North Sound Sea Kayaking Association: A 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 21 demo day, Silver Lake. www.nsseakayaker.homestead.com.

Kettle Valley Song Bird Festival: A Pilchuck Audubon trip, May 21 to 22, Republic. 509-775-0441, 425-771-8165.

North Sound Sea Kayaking Association: A 6 p.m. May 24 Jetty Island paddle, beginner. www.nsseakayaker.homestead.com.

Pilchuck Audubon: A May 28 through 30 Wenas Campout in Yakima/Ellensburg. www.nwlink.com/~cyrus/wenas.html.

North Sound Sea Kayaking Association: A noon May 28 and 29 Cap Sante Park to Guemes paddle, experienced. www.nsseakayaker.homestead.com.

Pilchuck Audubon: A 7:30 a.m. May 31 Bob Heirman Wildlife Park trip. 360-435-3750.

MS Mountain Bike Challenge: June 4, beginner to advanced, Fall City. www.ghc.org/cycling.

North Sound Sea Kayaking Association: A 6 p.m. June 7 Jetty Island paddle, beginner. www.nsseakayaker.homestead.com.

Pilchuck Audubon: A 6:30 p.m. June 8 Langus Riverfront Park/Spencer Island trip. 425-337-0485.

North Sound Sea Kayaking Association: A 9 a.m. June 11 and 12 Hope Island State Park paddle, intermediate. www.nsseakayaker.homestead.com.

North Sound Sea Kayaking Association: A 10 a.m. June 12 Hope Island paddle, novice. www.nsseakayaker.homestead.com.

Pilchuck Audubon: A 7:30 a.m. June 14 Big Four Ice Caves trip. 360-435-3750.

North Sound Sea Kayaking Association: A 6 p.m. June 21 summer solstice paddle, beginner. www.nsseakayaker.homestead.com.

Pilchuck Audubon: A 7:30 a.m. June 21 Deception Pass area trip. 360-435-3750.

Pilchuck Audubon: A 7:30 a.m. June 28 North Whidbey Island trip. 360-563-0181.

Redmond to Spokane: July 6 through 10, 300 miles. 206-298-9288.

Seattle-to-Portland Bicycle Classic July 9 and 10, 200 miles, back roads. www.cascade.org/EandR/stp/index.cfm.

Bellingham Traverse: A Sept. 3 multi-sport challenge, 40 miles. www.bellinghamtraverse.com.

MS 150 Bike Tour: A Sept. 10 and 11 bike tour, 50 to 175 miles. www.nationalmssociety.org.

Classes

Adopt-A-Stream: Low-cost classes on various topics. Registration required. All workshops held at the NW Stream Center, 600 128th St. SE, Everett. To register, call 425-316-8592.

Basic wilderness survival: Five-hour course on Guemes Island, April 30 or May 7, $25, registration required. 360-659-0222.

Cascade Bicycle Club Education Foundation: Low-cost courses for recreational cyclists, event riders, commuters and novice cyclists. For schedule or to register, call 206-523-1952 or visit www.cascade.org/education/classes.cfm.

Cascade Crags, 2820 Rucker Ave., Everett., 425-258-3431, www.cascadecrags.com:

* Kids climbing: An ongoing youth climbing program at 6 p.m. Thursdays and 2 p.m. Saturdays for children and teenagers 8-19. $10 members, $25 nonmembers.

* Learn to climb: A month-long series of classes designed to teach newcomers everything they need to get started in the sport. 7 p.m. Tuesdays. $75 or $125 with equipment rental and belay class.

* Rock climbing: Ongoing beginners classes at 7 p.m. Wednesdays and 10 a.m. Saturdays. $40.

Horse Country: Riding instruction, family trail rides, lease programs, seasonal day and mini camps, children’s pony rides, activities for all ages and skill levels, 8307 Highway 92, Granite Falls; 360-691-7509, 425-335-4773, www.horsecountryfarm.com.

Packing clinic: 9 a.m. May 14, $50, Icicle Outfitters &Guides. 360-794-6663, www.icicleoutfitters.com.

Paramount Equestrian Center: Indoor and outdoor riding instruction, jumping, Morgan school horses, student leases available, Arlington; 360-653-6116, 425-422-4132.

REI: Alderwood Mall, 3000 184th St. SW, Lynnwood; 425-640-6200, www.rei.com.

* Prep for Mt. Rainier, 7 p.m. April 26.

* Bike maintenance 101, 7 p.m. May 11.

* Getting ready for STP, May 18.

* Returning to peak performance, May 19.

* Bike to work day, May 20.

* Backpacking 101 and Passport kick off, May 25.

* Drive train maintenance, advanced class, $20, May 25.

Stillwaters Environmental Center: Various classes offered. 360-297-2876 or visit www.stillwatersenvironmentalcenter.org.

Groups

Adventure Cycling Association: Various rides offered. 800-755-2453, www.adventurecycling.org/e23.

Backcountry Bicycle Trails Club: Ride Line, 206-283-2995.

Backcountry Horsemen (Traildusters): Activities for trail-riding horse lovers. Meets the first Tuesday of each month at the Flying Pig Restaurant, 2929 Colby Ave., Everett. 360-793-0380. dfletche@gte.net. www.bchw.org.

BIKES: A bicycle touring club with rides throughout the year for all skill and age levels. Meets at 7 p.m. the third Tuesday of September, November, February and April at the Snohomish County PUD building, 2320 California Ave., Everett. 425-339-7655. www.bikesclub.org.

Cascade Bicycle Club: A Seattle-based club that features a variety of ride levels, distances and locations. 206-522-2453.

Cascade Orienteering Club: Beginning instruction in navigating through the woods and events for all levels. 206-783-3866. www.cascadeoc.org.

Edmonds Bicycle Advocacy Group: Edmonds Bike Group meets at 7:30 p.m. the third Thursday of each month at the Frances Anderson Center, room 111, 700 Main St., Edmonds. 425-744-6588.

Everett Mountaineers: Activities include hiking, backpacking, climbing, scrambling, skiing, first aid, singles outings and kayaking. Meets at 7 p.m. the first Wednesday of each month, no Dec. meeting, at the First Congregational Church, 2624 Rockefeller Ave., Everett. 425-385-3660, www.everettmountaineers.org.

Everett Rowing: A group for new and experienced rowers, featuring coaching, classes, competition, open rows, sweep and sculling. Everett Parks and Recreation, 425-257-8300.

Four Plus Foolhardy Folks: A volksmarch (walking) club. President, Marcia Stein, 206-772-1306.

Honorbound: Honorbound Horsemen’s Fellowship and Outreach Ministries meets at 7 p.m. on the third Tuesday of the month at the Marysville Livestock Auction Barn. 425-870-7971, or pjeromeb@aol.com.

North Sound Sea Kayaking Association: Activities range from saltwater outings to kayaking classes. Meets at 7 p.m. the first Tuesday of each month at Walter E. Hall Golf Course meeting room in Everett. 425-423-0883. nsseakayaker.homestead.com.

PNW Four-Wheel Drive Association: Regional clubs meet at 7:30 p.m. the third Wednesday of each month at various locations. Tim Myers, 360-793-3543.

Pilchuck Audubon: Birding trips and education. Meets at 7 p.m. the second Friday of each month at Cascade Crags, 2820 Rucker Ave., Everett. 425-252-0926.

Pilchuck Treasure Hunting Club: A club for those dedicated to the hobby of metal detecting. Meets at 7:30 p.m. the third Wednesday of each month at Firefighters Museum, 923 13th St., Everett. 425-481-1484.

Puget Sound Sloshers Volkssport Club: Activities with a focus on walking. Meets at 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month in Everett. Lorrie Pedersen, 206-542-8694.

Skagit Bicycle Club: A Burlington-based bicycle group. 360-428-9487.

Snohomish County Mycological Society: Activities include educational events, field trips, shows and classes. Meets 7:30 p.m. the second Wednesday of each month at Baker Heights Community Center, 14th and Poplar, Everett. Tom Davidson, 425-337-5077.

Volunteers for Outdoor Washington: Learn how to build trails and volunteer to construct and maintain hiking routes. 206-517-3019, www.trailvolunteers.org.

Washington Kayak Club: A Seattle-based kayaking club. 206-433-1983.

Washington State Snowmobile Association: Regional clubs promote safety, legislation, activities and access. 800-783-9772.

Washington Trails Association: A volunteer organization working to protect and enhance hiking trails. 206-625-1367.

Washington Water Trails Association: An organization dedicated to promoting preservation and stewardship of marine shorelines for recreational use by low-impact, beachable craft. Involved in developing the Cascadia Marine Trail. 206-545-9161. www.wwta.org.

Western Outdoor Learning Center: Activities include seminars, naturalist mentoring and walkabouts. 360-303-1191.

To enter an item in the Outdoors calendar, write to “Outdoors Calendar,” the Herald, PO Box 930, Everett, WA 98206, e-mail features@heraldnet.com, or fax 425-339-3469. For information, call Tanya Sampson at 425-339-3479.