GET OUT
Jetty Island Days: Ferries from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays to Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sundays, through Sept. 4 at 10th Street and W. Marine View Drive, Everett; $3 fee for parking; suggested donation $2 for adults, $1 for kids; 425-257-8304; everettwa.gov/jettyisland.
Northwest Stream Center: Aug. 26 is the last free admission day in August to the Northwest Stream Center at McCollum Park, 600 128th St. SE, Everett. Learn about the interconnections between forests, streams, wetlands, fish, wildlife and people. Hours are between 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wildlife viewing opportunities are limited to 30 people every half-hour. Reservations are advised by calling 425-316-8592. More at www.streamkeeper.org.
Discovery Hike: Explore forest ecosystems at Wallace Falls State Park at 10:30 a.m. Aug. 26, 14503 Wallace Lake Road, Gold Bar. The program is led by park staff, lasts 45 minutes and is appropriate for all ages. Sturdy shoes and bottled water are recommended. More at www.parks.state.wa.us or call 425-455-7010.
Puget Sound Bird Fest: Puget Sound Bird Fest is Sept. 14-16 at Frances Anderson Center, 700 Main St., Edmonds. The festival includes speakers, exhibits, field trips and activities all about birding. The keynote speaker is nature photographer Kevin Abi on “A Year in the Lives of Pacific Northwest Eagle.” Free. Opening reception Sept. 14 at Edmonds Plaza Room, 650 Main St., Edmonds. More at www.pugetsoundbirdfest.com.
Free park-ing: The next day to visit Washington State Parks without an entrance fee is Sept. 22 on National Public lands Day. Others free days are Nov. 11 (Veterans Day) and Nov. 23 (Autumn Day). More at www.discoverpass.wa.gov.
Friendship Walk and 5K Run: The 11th annual Friendship Walk and 5K Run is at 9 a.m. Sept. 22 at Legion Memorial Park, 114 N. Olympic Ave., Arlington. This year’s theme is “Super Hero.” The family-friendly event is open to walkers and runners of all levels. There will be live music, a food truck and a car wash. Prizes are awarded to the top finishers. Children 11 and younger race for free. Register for $20. More at www.runsignup.com.
Snohomish Tweed Ride: Fancy a cycle along the Centennial Trail while sporting your finest? No modern garb allowed. Meet on Sept. 22 at the Snohomish Carnegie Library, 105 Cedar Ave. Stop at Machias Trailhead Park, 1626 Virginia St., for a picnic (bring your own), tea and sweets (provided), croquet, badminton, music, photo ops. Check in at 10 a.m.; ride off together at 11 a.m. Prizes go to the most dapper and dandily dressed ladies and gents on bicycles. Tickets are $15-$22. More at www.historicdowntownsnohomish.org.
We Are Everett 5K and Concert: Mary Lambert of “Same Love” fame (and an Everett native) is headlining this Everett Music Initiative event Sept. 29. The run is 4 p.m. at Washington State University-Everett, 915 N. Broadway, and the concert is 6 p.m. at Everett Memorial Stadium, 3802 Broadway, Everett. Tickets start at $40. More at www.weareeverett.org.
STAY IN
Camping basics: Alderwood REI is hosting a free “Pacific Northwest Camping Basics” class at 6 p.m. Aug. 28 at its Lynnwood store, 3000 184th St. SW. Learn about what you need to take on your first few camping trips and special considerations for camping in the Pacific Northwest. The presentation will highlight varying camping opportunities in Washington, Oregon and Idaho, what gear and equipment to bring, local activities and regional resources. Space is limited. More at www.rei.com.
Living with beavers: A free class on living with beavers is scheduled for 6 p.m. Aug. 30 at the Lake Stevens Senior Center, 2302 Soper Hill Road, Lake Stevens. Alex Pitman, habitat specialist with Snohomish Conservation District, will explain why beavers benefit watersheds, how to manage them with beaver deceivers and by installing protective caging around trees. Register at www.eventbrite.com or by calling 425-377-7013.
Backpacking basics: A class titled “Backpacking Basics” is at 6 p.m. Sept. 6 at Alderwood REI, 3000 184th St. SW, Lynnwood. The free course goes over the basics of planning, preparing for and the gear needed to go backpacking. Learn how to choose the right pack as well as proper clothing and footwear. The class also covers trail etiquette and Leave No Trace principles. Space is limited. More at www.rei.com.
Intro to boot fitting: Learn how to take care of your feet on hikes at a “Boot Fitting Basics” class at Alderwood REI, 3000 184th St. SW, Lynnwood. Wearing boots that fit is crucial to an enjoyable outdoors experience. This class teaches how to choose the right pair that matches your hiking ambitions. Less than 10 spots left. Sign up at www.rei.com. Cost is $5 for REI members and $10 for non-members.
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