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

Pride on the Farm - Animals as Natural Therapy

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.

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Teens (13-19 years old)
Recreation
LGBTQIA+
Day Camp

Summer Day Camp - Animals as Natural Therapy

Summer camp for youth ages 6-18. Get to know horses, create art projects, play with farm animals, meet new friends, develop valuable life skills, and more.

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Recreation
Teens (13-19 years old)
School-Aged Children (5-12 years old)
Day Camp

Enrichment Scholarship Program - Assistance League of Bellingham

Provides merit-based summer scholarships to middle and high school public school students in Whatcom County. Students may apply for summer enrichment camps in a variety of areas such as music, science, art, debate, technology, dance, leadership and many others.

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Recreation
Children (2-12 years old)
Financial Assistance
Teens (13-19 years old)

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

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.

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

Outdoors Programs - Vamos Outdoors Project

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.

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Latino
Recreation
Childcare

Bellingham Parks and Recreation

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

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Recreation

BIPOC Walks - Wild Whatcom

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.

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Native American
Latino
Asian
Families
African American
Recreation

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

Community Field Trips - Wild Whatcom

Outdoor group outings to explore local parks, beaches, and trails. Family friendly, all ages welcome.

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

Toddler Time - Whatcom Center for Early Learning

Drop-in community playgroups located in Bellingham, Ferndale, Blaine, and Lynden. There is no cost and no registration required for drop-in classes. Donations appreciated. See website for times and locations as they may vary.

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Recreation
Toddlers (1-2 years old)
Families
Children (2-12 years old)

Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation - The AIROW Project

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

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Development Disability
Recreation
All Disabilities
Physical Disability

Camp Skookum - The Firs Camp & Retreat Center

Annual weekend retreat for families impacted by the foster care system.

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Recreation
Parenting Education
Adoption & Foster Care
Day Camp

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

Wild Women - CBC Wheelhouse

Partnership between CBC and Shifting Gears for weekly all women sunset paddle.

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Recreation
Female

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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Support Network
Recreation
Children (2-12 years old)

Summer Camps - Wild Whatcom

Summer camp programs for grades 1-8. Activities include all-day outdoor adventures, mentor-facilitated learning and discovery, and wilderness skills development.

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Teens (13-19 years old)
Children (2-12 years old)
Day Camp
Environmental Education
Recreation

Camp Mariposa - Lifeline Connections

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.

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Group Therapy
Children (2-12 years old)
Teens (13-19 years old)
Addiction and Recovery
Overnight Camp
Support Network
Recreation
Support Groups

Weekend Program - Max Higbee Center

An opportunity for members to have a fun weekend with friends while having a night on the town. Activities include Art Walk, evening strolls, in-house games and activities, and a fun place to hang out with friends.

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

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

Our Little Wishes Enrichment Program - Blue Skies for Children

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

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Children (2-12 years old)
Teens (13-19 years old)
Financial Assistance
Recreation

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

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

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)

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