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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.
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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Environmental Education
After School Care
Recreation
Children (2-12 years old)
Youth Development
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.
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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Recreation
Latino
Childcare
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.
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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Teens (13-19 years old)
Children (2-12 years old)
Group Therapy
Overnight Camp
Recreation
Support Network
Support Groups
Addiction and Recovery
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.
Program for children ages 3-5 who are potty-trained. Activities include half-day outdoor adventures and mentor-facilitated learning.
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Day Camp
Preschoolers (3-4 years old)
Children (2-12 years old)
Preschool
Families
Recreation
One-Time Little Wish Program - Blue Skies for Children
Grants Little Wishes to children ages 6 to 18 for support of school trip fees, summer camp enrollment fees, bicycle and helmet, special needs equipment, tutoring, computers, school related supplies, sports fees and/or uniforms, cleats, and other items.
Grants Little Wishes to children ages 6 to 18 for support of school trip fees, summer camp enrollment fees, bicycle and helmet, special needs equipment, tutoring, computers, school related supplies, sports fees and/or uniforms, cleats, and other items.
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Children (2-12 years old)
Recreation
Supplies for School
Financial Assistance
Teens (13-19 years old)
Out and About - Wild Whatcom
An affinity program developed by, and for, adult members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community to get outdoors, explore nature, and foster community.
An affinity program developed by, and for, adult members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community to get outdoors, explore nature, and foster community.
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Recreation
LGBTQIA+
Adults (31-54 years old)
Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation - The AIROW Project
Adaptive and inclusive recreation opportunities for individuals with disabilities, including climbing, swimming, pickleball, and biking.
Adaptive and inclusive recreation opportunities for individuals with disabilities, including climbing, swimming, pickleball, and biking.
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Physical Disability
Development Disability
All Disabilities
Recreation
Warriors on Water - CBC Wheelhouse
Kayaking program for veterans and their families.
Kayaking program for veterans and their families.
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Recreation
Veterans
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.
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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Emergency Food
Navigating the System
Young Adults (20-30 years old)
Community Support Services
Clothing
Adults (31-54 years old)
Personal Care Items
Teens (13-19 years old)
Homeless
Personal Hygiene
Recreation
Goods
Near Homeless
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.
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
Children (2-12 years old)
After School Care
Recreation
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.
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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Day Camp
Recreation
School-Aged Children (5-12 years old)
Teens (13-19 years old)
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.
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
Children (2-12 years old)
Recreation
Adults (31-54 years old)
Teens (13-19 years old)
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.
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
Children (2-12 years old)
Recreation
Fiber Arts Group - BQC Center
Monthly Fiber Arts affinity group meeting.
Monthly Fiber Arts affinity group meeting.
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Peer Support
Recreation
LGBTQIA+
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.
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
Everson Senior Center
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.
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.
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Meals
Seniors (55+ years old)
Community Support Services
Recreation
Teen Drop-In Center - Bellingham YMCA
Free drop-in spot for teens 6th-12th grades, including snacks, games, art, homework help, and more.
Free drop-in spot for teens 6th-12th grades, including snacks, games, art, homework help, and more.
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After School Care
Teens (13-19 years old)
Recreation
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.
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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Recreation
Adults (31-54 years old)
Environmental Education
Daytime Care
Care
All Disabilities
Intellectual Disability
Adult Daycare
Development Disability
Teens (13-19 years old)
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.
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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Children (2-12 years old)
Adults (31-54 years old)
Recreation
Seniors (55+ years old)
Families
Teens (13-19 years old)
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.
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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Recreation
Parents
Environmental Education
Families
Children (2-12 years old)
Community Engagement Service - Max Higbee Center
Max Higbee Center members are paired with a Community Engagement provider to receive one-on-one support to introduce community resources and create lasting relationships, develop goals and strategies, and learn skills that will facilitate integration into the community. This program is contracted through DDA and must be approved by your case manager prior to program start.
Max Higbee Center members are paired with a Community Engagement provider to receive one-on-one support to introduce community resources and create lasting relationships, develop goals and strategies, and learn skills that will facilitate integration into the community. This program is contracted through DDA and must be approved by your case manager prior to program start.
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Teens (13-19 years old)
Daytime Care
Intellectual Disability
Adults (31-54 years old)
Adult Daycare
Case Management
Mentoring
All Disabilities
One-on-One Support
Recreation
Development Disability
Community Support Services
Navigating the System
Ladies Night Out - Wild Whatcom
For female-identifying and non binary people ages 18+ to get outdoors and explore nature under the full moon, with other adults.
For female-identifying and non binary people ages 18+ to get outdoors and explore nature under the full moon, with other adults.
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Adults (31-54 years old)
Female
Recreation
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.
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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Children (2-12 years old)
Teens (13-19 years old)
Day Camp
Environmental Education
Recreation
Lions Camp Horizon - Camp Horizon Foundation
Summer camp programs for adults and teens with developmental and physical disabilities.
Summer camp programs for adults and teens with developmental and physical disabilities.
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Recreation
Overnight Camp
Adults (31-54 years old)
Development Disability
Teens (13-19 years old)
Physical Disability
All Disabilities
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.
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
