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Shifting Gears

Empowering women through outdoor recreation and education opportunities, including programs for mountain biking, sea kayaking, backpacking, road biking, rock climbing, day hiking, bikepacking, and events and workshops.

What's Here

Female
Recreation

Wild Things - Wild Whatcom

Designed for children ages 0-6 and their adult(s). Wild Things is a place-based community program that visits local parks each month to see what nature has to offer.

What's Here

Children (2-12 years old)
Families
Parents
Environmental Education
Recreation

Adaptive Splash - CBC Wheelhouse

Free community paddling session for all ages and abilities. Paddle partners and adaptive equipment are provided to increase accessibility.

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Physical Disability
Families
Recreation

Play and Learn Groups - Kaleidoscope Play and Learn

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.

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Recreation
Children (2-12 years old)
Support Network

Summer Camp Opportunities - Salvation Army

Every summer, The Salvation Army helps kids of all ages go to camp at Camp Arnold at Timberlake. Summer Camp experiences are offered based upon the age of the camper. For more information about sending your child to camp, contact The Salvation Army in Bellingham.

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Overnight Camp
Recreation
Teens (13-19 years old)
Children (2-12 years old)

Fiber Arts Group - BQC Center

Monthly Fiber Arts affinity group meeting.

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Peer Support
LGBTQIA+
Recreation

Adaptive Horsemanship and Riding Lessons - Northwest Therapeutic Riding Center

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.

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All Disabilities
Adults (31-54 years old)
Teens (13-19 years old)
Children (2-12 years old)
Recreation

Community/Senior Center Activities - Lynden Community / Senior Center

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.

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Recreation
Adults (31-54 years old)
Exercise & Fitness
Community Support Services
Families
Seniors (55+ years old)

Tuesday Night Meditation - Bellingham Unitarian Fellowship

Tuesday evening meditation in-person or via Zoom. In-person entrance is from 6:30-6:55pm, and the zoom room opens at 6:45. Meditation is from 7:00 to 7:45 followed by a short reading, introductions and announcements.

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Recreation
Alternative Medicine

The Ground Floor - Northwest Youth Services

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.

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Navigating the System
Emergency Food
Adults (31-54 years old)
Young Adults (20-30 years old)
Community Support Services
Homeless
Personal Care Items
Recreation
Goods
Clothing
Near Homeless
Teens (13-19 years old)
Personal Hygiene

Whatcom Kid Insider

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.

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Recreation
Children (2-12 years old)
Families

Wonder Walks - Wild Whatcom

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.

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Recreation
Adults (31-54 years old)

Warriors on Water - CBC Wheelhouse

Kayaking program for veterans and their families.

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Recreation
Veterans

Welcome Senior Activity Center - Welcome Senior Community Center

Offers a variety of activities and programs to meet the diverse interests of the local senior population. Activities include card games, pool tables, and potluck lunch on Thursdays at 12:00 PM.

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Recreation
Community Support Services
Seniors (55+ years old)

Neighborhood Nature - Wild Whatcom

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

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After School Care
Recreation
Children (2-12 years old)
Environmental Education

4-H Clubs - WSU Extension Whatcom County

Local youth development clubs to grow physical, mental, and emotional health. Clubs participate in a wide variety of activities, often focused on nature, farming, science, and culture.

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Recreation
Environmental Education
After School Care
Youth Development
Children (2-12 years old)

Higbee Hikers - Max Higbee Center

A seasonal program offered to Max Higbee members that incorporates outdoor skills such as environmental stewardship, map reading and navigation, plant identification, healthy hiking snacks, and trail games.

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All Disabilities
Adults (31-54 years old)
Intellectual Disability
Daytime Care
Development Disability
Environmental Education
Care
Recreation
Teens (13-19 years old)
Adult Daycare

Senior Activities - Blaine Community Center

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

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Recreation
Community Support Services
Seniors (55+ years old)
Exercise & Fitness

Digital Content - Whatcom County Library System

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

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More Education
Recreation

Preschool Summer Camps - Wild Whatcom

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

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Recreation
Families
Day Camp
Preschoolers (3-4 years old)
Preschool
Children (2-12 years old)

Nature Preschool - Wild Whatcom

Program for children ages 3-5 who are potty-trained. Children spend time connecting with and learning about our local natural environment as well as getting used to group dynamics and following instructions.

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Preschoolers (3-4 years old)
Recreation
Preschool
Childcare
Children (2-12 years old)
Environmental Education

Arne Hanna Aquatic Center - City of Bellingham

Offerings include lap swims, American Red Cross swim lessons and training courses, shallow water aerobics, deep water running, as well as preschool swims and open swims for people to play and enjoy the facility.

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Adults (31-54 years old)
Teens (13-19 years old)
Recreation
Families
Seniors (55+ years old)
Children (2-12 years old)

Community Recreation Drop-In Group Programs - Max Higbee Center

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.

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Adult Daycare
Intellectual Disability
Development Disability
Recreation
Care
Adults (31-54 years old)
All Disabilities
Teens (13-19 years old)
Daytime Care

Ferndale Senior Center

Provides affordable educational, nutritional, social and recreational programs for Ferndale senior citizens. A place for seniors to gather together for fitness, health and happiness.

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Community Support Services
Exercise & Fitness
Recreation
Seniors (55+ years old)

Bellingham Senior Activity Center

Programs include hiking and walking groups, fitness classes, health services, writing and discussion groups, artistic opportunities, card games, music and dance, recreation, senior community meals, and more.

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Community Support Services
Seniors (55+ years old)
Recreation
Exercise & Fitness
Meals

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