Event Calendar

Come celebrate the diverse cultural groups of Whatcom County through visual and performing arts.

Join us as we continue our efforts to improve riparian habitat along Tenmile Creek!

Celebrate International Women’s day by taking over the outdoors with a week of womxn-focused activities.

A night of films featuring womxn pushing boundaries and challenging social norms in outdoor space.

Registration is open for our summer camps and backpacking trips. Grades 1-12. Financial assistance available.

Help us restore salmon habitat along Connelly Creek in the Happy Valley neighborhood!

Join us in a celebration of International Women’s Day with a night of indulgence.

Join us as we restore salmon habitat along the South Fork of the Nooksack River.

About Boating Safely class is a one day (8hr) class.
We cover basic boating safety issues including types of boats, boat handling, required safety items, basic rules of the road, basic boat operation, trip planning and emergencies.
Passing this class qualifies one for the REQUIRED WA State Boaters Education Card. It is REQUIRED to operate any powered boat in the State of Washington (15 hp and over)

Join us as we restore salmon habitat along the Nooksack River and Kwina Slough.

Volunteer with us as we restore salmon habitat along Squalicum Creek at Cornwall Park.

Learn about getting farm fresh, healthy food in one convenient weekly box.

Local tour operator, Moondance Sea Kayak Adventures, is hosting the World Tour Paddling Film Festival in Bellingham, WA. The international adventure film tour presents the world’s best paddling films of the year: whitewater, sea kayaking, canoeing, fishing, SUP, and lifestyle. Food and refreshments will be available for purchase, including local beer and cider. Purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win awesome gear and to show your support for Recreation Northwest, our non-profit beneficiary.

Join us as we continue to restore a forest for salmon along Terrell Creek.

Volunteer with NSEA at our campus to help pot bare root plants for our nursery

Celebrate Earth Day by helping restore salmon habitat along Squalicum Creek

Take your photography to the next level at this workshop in North Cascades National Park. Join us for a weekend of shooting in the field and learning how to use Adobe Lightroom software to bring out the best in your images. This workshop is suitable for students who have a basic familiarity with their camera’s settings. No previous Lightoom experience required (but helpful!). More info: https://ncascades.org/

The Recreation Northwest EXPO is your chance to connect with the active outdoor community. We’re moving to a new date, Saturday, May 2nd, 2020 and expanding into more realms with paddle, bike and camping demos and more. Meet face to face and talk with Gear & Equipment Manufacturers, Retailers, Tour Guides, Coaches & Outfitters, Health & Fitness, Stewardship & Education groups, Events and Races, Public Lands officials and Recreation Media.

The Recreation Northwest EXPO is your chance to connect with the active outdoor community. We’re moving to a new date, May 2nd, and expanding into more realms with paddle, bike and camping demos and more. The EXPO Hall will be filled with gear and equipment retailers, coaches and outfitters, public lands officials, stewardship and education groups, tour guides, health and fitness coaches, outdoor activity clubs, race and event experts, recreation media and outdoor photographers.

Join Adventures Northwest for a spectacular week in Glacier Bay aboard the M/V David B. The David B goes places that are off-limits to the big ships, allowing us the chance to get up close and personal with one of America’s most awe-inspiring National Parks. Phenomenal scenery, whales, bears, and lots of stunning blue ice! In-depth workshop on digital shooting, editing and post-processing, private staterooms & gourmet meals. Limited to Six Passengers. www.adventuresnw.com/photo-workshops

Multi-sport relay race from Mt. Baker to Bellingham Bay, 93 miles, teams of 3-8 racers

First run in 1973, the Ski to Sea is a multi-sport team relay from the Mt. Baker Ski Area to Bellingham Bay. The race is held annually on the Sunday of Memorial Day weekend in Whatcom County, Washington. A Ski to Sea team consists of three – eight racers competing in seven different sports: Cross Country Ski, Downhill Ski/Snowboard, Running, Road Bike, Canoe (2 paddlers), Cyclocross Bike, and Sea Kayak.

A 3 Day Wilderness First Aid Certification course on Sucia Island for runners.

Tour local San Juan Island Artists’ studios. June 6 and 7

Join Adventures Northwest for a spectacular week in Glacier Bay aboard the M/V David B. The David B goes places that are off-limits to the big ships, allowing us the chance to get up close and personal with one of America’s most awe-inspiring National Parks. Phenomenal scenery, whales, bears, and lots of stunning blue ice! In-depth workshop on digital shooting, editing and post-processing, private staterooms & gourmet meals. Limited to Six Passengers. www.adventuresnw.com/photo-workshops

A free event highlighting educational, recreational and health related activities for Whatcom County youth.

Sunday, Aug. 2, 2020
Noon–4 p.m.
Depot Market Square
1100 Railroad Ave. in Bellingham
Free, everyone welcome

Eat, drink, dance, play, celebrate! The Co-op is taking over Depot Market Square and Railroad Avenue to celebrate our 50th and you’re invited! Enjoy a fabulous family-friendly block party with food trucks, beer and wine garden, kids area and entertainment, giant birthday cake, and more surprises. Dance to live bands including Bellingham favorite Baby Cakes. Zero waste event.