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Online directory of family-friendly things to do with kids in Whatcom County. Categories include indoor activities, outdoor activities, sports and swim, schools, camps, classes, and more.

Provides a weekly group clinic to learn tennis skills at the Bellingham Training and Tennis Club. Open to ages 6 -18, with rackets, balls, shoes available. Clinics run 7 or 8 weeks per session after-school or over the weekend.

A cohort-style outdoor education program for youth in grades 2 - 12. Outings focus on developing naturalist knowledge, cultivating leadership skills, and creating lasting connections to nature and community.

Supports a healthy community by providing high quality parks and recreation services.

Play group for children ages 0 - 5. Meet weekly to connect with families and caregivers around songs, stories, and show and tell, and offer support as needed.

Grants Little Wishes to children ages 6 to 18 for ongoing support of lessons and activities including, but not limited to, art lessons, music lessons, martial arts, team sports, swimming lessons, dance, gymnastics, ice skating, ice hockey, horseback riding, and soccer.\u200b

A variety of outdoor and academic programs that operate seasonally throughout the year. Activities include biking, climbing, swimming, hiking, snowboarding, and kayaking when seasonally appropriate. All programs are free of charge and priority is given to Latine, Migrant, Multilingual, Newcomer and low income families. Visit website to view current activities and sign up.

Program for children ages 3-5 who are potty-trained. Activities include half-day outdoor adventures and mentor-facilitated learning.

Services include dine-in and delivered daily lunches, wellness programs, exercise & strength training classes, recreational activities, entertainment, art & music classes, special events, and information about community support services.

A year-round substance use prevention and mentoring program that meets bi-monthly on weekends, for youth ages 9-12 or teens ages 13-17 affected by the substance use disorder of a family member. All camp activities are provided free of charge.

Adaptive and inclusive recreation opportunities for individuals with disabilities, including climbing, swimming, pickleball, and biking.

Variety of recurring events based on common interests or shared identities. Groups are facilitated by volunteer leaders, are free, and meet at least monthly. Examples include Rainbow Elders, Crafty Queer Friends, Community Allies for Queer Equity, and many more. Specific groups subject to change, see website for currently active groups and schedules.

Max Higbee Center members are paired with a Recreation Leader to receive one-on-one support to create an individualized, goal-oriented and community-based recreation experience. This service is highly flexible and allows for people to schedule sessions that are tailored and designed based on short-term and long-term goals.

Nature program by and for people of color to build community while spending time outdoors. Outings are facilitated by BIPOC leaders and are family-friendly.

Calendar of Bellingham Public Library events, including story times, SkillShare sessions, classes, and community events.

Community center for seniors 50+ years of age to come together to enjoy good company and activities. Activities may include Wii bowling, puzzles, pool, cards, and conversation.

For people ages 18+ to explore the natural history of local parks on meandering walks meant to engage your senses and deepen your sense of place. Accessible to people of most abilities.

Adaptive riding lessons are taught by PATH International certified instructors. Lesson plans take into account the participant's physical, emotional, and mental strengths and limitations. Classes include arena riding, trail rides, and group activities.

A day-use center for at-risk, runaway and homeless youth ages 24 and under. Youth can connect with supportive adults, receive basic needs items such as food, clothing and gear for sleeping outside, and connect with other resources that will help them end their experience of homelessness.

Variety of classes, activities, and events to build community, practice lifelong learning, and maintain fitness.

A library card gives you access to eBooks, eAudiobooks, music streaming and downloads, online language tutorials, digital magazines, reference resources, and more.

Summer camp for LGBTQ+ youth ages 13-18. Get to know horsemanship activities like grooming, leading, and riding, participate in creative arts & crafts, playtime & learning with small farm animals, and more. LGBTQ+ staff and mentors will create a fun and empowering space for youth to make new friends, develop farm skills, and increase self-confidence.

An after school program that connects kids with the outdoors through exploration, play, art, and nature activities. Available for grades K-5.

In partnership with area schools, this service provides summer school programs for Migrant and Latine youth that combine bilingual academic instruction with outdoor experiences. These summer programs allow Vamos to help families that move temporarily to the area to work in agriculture by providing a space for their children to engage in meaningful activities and enjoy their temporary home while their parents are at work. Children are enrolled based on where they live and what school they attend, with priority given to participants that are multilingual and whose dominant language is Spanish.

Members engage in a variety of activities and community excursions. Programs include YMCA workouts, cooking classes, hikes, sports, library visits, art projects and much more. Alternative activities are always provided.