Hit the Trail
Each week we explore a different local trail system. This session we are going far and wide to explore new territory!
Tiny Trekkers
Ages 0-6 + their adults, siblings welcome
The Y Outdoors family trail walk and park exploration program is designed to help families access our local parks, increase confidence adventuring outdoors in all weather, and build community among families with young kids.
This session we will be moving back out onto the local trails. Below are the locations per week with Google map links to each meeting spot.
These walks are paced for all levels and stroller friendly. Distance ranges from 1 - 2.5 miles, depending on the group.
Come dressed for the elements and ready to have a fun time and make new friends.
Session 4 Details
August 6 - September 24
Thursdays: 9:30 - 11am
Preregistration recommended but not required.
Locations
August 6: Sehome Arboretum - Meet at Sehome Arboretum Observation Tower Lot **
August 13: Semiahmoo (Blaine) - Main Parking Lot
August 20: Big Rock Garden - Meet at Parking Lot next to Silver Beach Elementary
August 27: Squires Lake - Parking Lot
September 3: Fairhaven Park Hundred Acre Woods Fairhaven Park Upper Lot by Bathrooms
September 10: Hovander Park Boardwalk Trail (Ferndale) -Main Parking Lot
September 17: Cascade Mountain Adventure - Bagley Lake (See Below!)**
September 24: Hertz Trail- -Lake Whatcom Park Access 1 Parking Lot
Click the link for Google map directions to the meeting location. Reach out to Jillian Politz, Program Coordinator, with any questions. Email: Jpolitz@whatcomymca.org, Cell: 360 988 3162
**These trails have a set of stairs or an inaccessible feature. We can help families navigate this but recommend carriers if it's an option. Please reach out ahead of time for accommodations.
Cost: Recommended $5 donation per family
September 17th North Cascades Excursion - Bagley Lakes
Join us on our first hike in the Cascade Mountains! This adventure is further away from Bellingham but the adventure itself is only two miles round trip! Learn more about this hike here. It is a loop that includes trail, obstacles, bridges, lakes, views and SO MUCH more. Learn more Here
This is a great loop for new little hikers or for adults with a baby on their front or back.
This trail is not stroller friendly.
Location: Bagley Lakes Trailhead
Trail Distance: Trail Distance: 2 mile loop
Parking Pass Requirement: National Forest Recreation Pass
Pass Cost: $5 day pass per car or $30 annual pass
Area: Mount Baker Snoqualmie National Forest
Feature Highlights
- Great for kids, it has fun obstacles, little elevation gain and lots to see
- Located at 4000 feet but has little elevation on the hike
- Parking lot with pit toilet bathroom
- Incredible mountain views - photo ops galore!
Pack a lunch for a group picnic in the parking lot afterward!
Sign up separately for this excursion here: Registration Coming soon
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Whatcom Wanderers
Grades 2-5
The Y Outdoors after school hiking club takes kids in Grades 2-5 to natural areas around Bellingham; embarking on hikes, playing in nature, and learning to be stewards of their environment. Open to all experience and ability levels.
Upcoming Sessions
Email for info about starting a club at your school!
Questions?
Contact Tifanie Treter: ttreter@whatcomymca.org
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