Events
Pilchuck Audubon: A 7:15 a.m. Nov. 9 trip to Point No Point-Foulweather Bluff, meet at Edmonds Marsh. 425-337-0485.
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.
* “Tracking the Olympic Black Bear,” with Carrie Donnellan of USGS Olympic Field Station, Nov. 9.
* “Marine Mammals of the Olympic Coast,” with Olympic Coast National Marine Sanctuary staff, Dec. 14.
Pilchuck Audubon: A 7:30 a.m. Nov. 13 trip to Geo. C. Reifel Waterfowl Refuge, BC. 360-659-3180.
“Imagining … An Ancient Forest”: Terri Dix, an interpretive naturalist, presents a slide show, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 16, free. Edmonds Plaza Room, 650 Main St., Edmonds; 425-771-0227.
Pilchuck Audubon: A 7:30 a.m. Nov. 16 trip to Samish Flats. 360-794-5117.
North Sound Sea Kayaking Association: Otter Island paddle, 10:30 a.m. Nov. 20.
Cyclocross: Kids ages 2 to 11 can compete in a running and jumping bike race, 12:30 p.m. Nov. 21 at Marymoor Velodrome; www.marymoorvelodrome.org.
Pilchuck Audubon: An 8 a.m. Nov. 23 trip to Bob Heirman Wildlife Park-Thomas Eddy, meet at Lowell Riverfront Walk. 425-337-0485.
Fall bird migration cruises: Cruise to Protection Island, 1 to 4 p.m. Nov. 27, Dec. 31, on the Glacier Spirit, $45, reservations required. 800-566-3932.
Pilchuck Audubon: An 8 a.m. Nov. 30 trip to Silvana Roads. 425-337-0485.
Classes
Adopt-A-Stream: Low-cost classes on various topics. Registration required. All workshops held at the Northwest Stream Center, 600 128th St. SE, Everett. To register, call 425-316-8592.
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, ages 8 to 19. $10 members, $25 nonmembers.
* Learn to climb: A monthlong 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.
Cascade Guiding Services: Offers courses and trips in mountaineering, ice climbing, rock climbing, hiking, trekking, backcountry and alpine. Registration required. 425-346-9302, www.cascadeguide.com.
Everett Mountaineers: 2005 Nordic skiing course designed for beginners, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Jan. 6, 13, 20, Feb. 3, field trips on Jan. 15, 22 and 29, $70, $50 members, additional fees for field trips vary, registration by Jan. 1. For information, call 425-487-0312, 360-387-4605.
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.
Outdoor rock climbing: Cascade Guiding Services offers a 1-day outdoor climbing class for beginners and novices held twice monthly, $75. www.cascadeguide.com, 425-346-9302.
Paramount Equestrian Center: Indoor and outdoor riding instruction, jumping, Morgan school horses, student leases available, Arlington; 360-653-6116, 425-422-4132.
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.
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 December meeting, at First Congregational Church, 2624 Rockefeller Ave., Everett. 425-385-3660, www.everettmountaineers.org.
* Mike Ward presents “Hiking in Europe,” 7 p.m. Jan. 5.
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. Frank Remley, 425-258-2437.
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 streets, 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 Ski Touring Club: Offers trips, classes and volunteer opportunities for cross-country, telemark and backcountry skiers. Meets 7 p.m. first Thursday of November through March. New membership orientation begins at 6:30 p.m. REI, 222 Yale Ave. N., Seattle; 206-525-4451, www.wstc.org.
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, P.O. Box 930, Everett, WA 98206, e-mail features@heraldnet.com, or fax 425-339-3469. For information, call Tanya Sampson at 425-339-3479.
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