SUMMER ISSUE 2012
Heather Goodrich looks out at
Mt. Shuksan at sunset
(near Mt. Baker Ski Area, Washington). Cover Photo: Jay Goodrich jaygoodrich.com
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'Round Lummi The islands present a number of impediments to the would-be tourer, however, which I suppose is actually part of the charm. Among these are the long crossings over congested waters roiled by strong currents or crowded state ferries.
Below the surface Diving in the Pacific Northwest All of us living in this area are well aware of the majestic mountains and stunning scenery that surround us topside, but few folks have experienced the wonders that exist below the ocean’s surface.
Shredding Cleator Chuckanut has a mountain bike trail for all riders We pull our bikes from the truck bed and start suiting up for the ride down the mountain. Drops, steep terrain, and rock covered trails lie ahead, so wearing body protection while riding is a wise choice. Mountain biking can be a dangerous sport, so it is also important to trust and watch out for the riders that you choose to shred with.
What's SUP Water from a higher point of view Stand up paddleboarding (SUP) is a water sport that has become increasingly popular in the Northwest in the last decade. Not only does it give you a full-body workout, it is also a great way to enjoy all the water has to offer.
Turns all year Who says you can’t ski in the summer? On a clear day, you can look east and see the perpetually snow-capped mountains of the Cascades. If you’ve lived here for a while, it’s easy to take them for granted – after all, they’re always there. In most of the lower 48 states, year-round snow is quite rare, and there’s a group of dedicated backcountry skiers and riders who turn all year (TAY), appreciating the snow regardless of the season.
Shooting stars Prime viewing sites for the Perseids meteor shower A rim of yellow fading to cerulean blue outlines the horizon to the west, but overhead the sky is a deep indigo with stars just beginning to wink. We lay out our camping pads on the springy heather and settle back with arms behind our heads. Suddenly a bright flash streaks across the sky from the east. It’s the first shooting star of the night – and the Perseids meteor shower has begun!
Zip on The thrill of gliding through the trees Stretched between two huge trees, you’re careening through the air at what seems like a thousand miles per hour, soaring high above fields, a gully, and a lake.
Home grown Deliciously local food and drink From delicatessens to fine dining establishments, more restaurants are seeking local food producers to supply their culinary needs. While foreign products may be less expensive than locally produced crops, there are many advantages to shopping and eating locally.
Liquid light Paddling in search of bioluminescence Bioluminesence! I’d heard of it but had never seen this liquid light. As we paddled along the floating docks that ring the marina, the harbor seals sleeping there got nervous and several plunged into the water and flashed under our boats like green torpedoes.
Summer gear Local outfitters reveal their top picks for must-have summer gear.
Divine Divergence Hiking the Nooksack Cirque and Yellow Aster Butte trails The book drops with a familiar thud and joins the many other hiking books scattered across my kitchen table. With summer underway and fall looming around the corner, my hiking companions and I are all too aware of the small window of opportunity to hike some trails within the North Cascades mountain range. We’re anxious to seize it and, after pouring through the guidebooks, we know just where we want to go.
Ski to Sea Race day is May 27 this year. As soon as the official time hits 7:45 a.m., the first leg of the journey takes off. The Mount Baker Marathon started in 1911 as “America’s original adventure race,” but lasted only three years because of the dangerous race conditions.
Mountain Runners Like the original Mt. Baker Marathon runners they’re seeking to portray, the crew behind the docudrama “The Mountain Runners” has had to battle the mountain’s weather to tell the true story of the country’s first major adventure race, the Mt. Baker Marathons of 1911-1913.
Deming Logging Show The first thing I saw at the Deming Logging Show grounds was an old wooden stump with dozens of chainsaws sticking out of it.
Belly timber Mary Goit started producing Stout Granola in 2003, in the kitchen of the Old Town Café in downtown Bellingham. Her dream started small – to sell natural, handmade granola in the bulk bins at the Community Food Co-op. That dream has taken the company much further.
