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Michael Eisenberg
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Ski to Sea Weekend is here

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Ski to Sea - X countrySki to Sea Weekend is here

7 sports, relay race, over 90 miles from Mt Baker to Bellingham Ray at the Fairhaven finish line.

This year there will be 500 teams with 4,000 racers.

A team os made up of 8 racers (2 in each canoe) competing in seven legs of the race (Cross Country Ski; Downhill Ski/Snowboard; Running; Road Bike; Canoe; Cyclocross Bike; Kayak).
The Ski to Sea Race from Mt. Baker to Bellingham Bay began as the Mt. Baker Marathon held from 1911 to 1913. The marathon challenged man and machine in the face of rugged terrain, taking participants over treacherous roads and trails to the top of the mountain and back. Racers had the option of using cars or train to help them get to the point at which they would have to start running up the mountain side.
In 1973 the Mt. Baker Marathon was reborn and took the name, the Ski to Sea Race. The relay was designed to display the recreational opportunities and the extreme and varied beauty of Whatcom County. The Race has consistently attracted participants from around the world.

 Lots of events happen each year at this time from Junior Race to car shows to the big party on race day, where it all ends in Fairhaven

 

Picture Courtesy of michaelastley via flickr.com

Fairhaven’s Holiday Port Festival and Gingerbread House Contest

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ginerbreadhouseFairhaven’s Holiday Port Festival and Gingerbread House Contest.

Fairhaven’s annual Holiday Port Festival and Gingerbread House Contest takes place this year December 4 -5

The Port of Bellingham’s big community event is the Holiday Port Festival at the Bellingham Cruise Terminal. As usual there will b performances by local bands, singers and dancers. There are always lots of free family activities, including horse-drawn wagon rides, kid’s art activities, free gingerbread cookies and cider, you can also bring non-perishable items to donate to the food bank. I hear Santa Claus may even pay a visit.

The Gingerbread House Contest is always fun and it will be interesting to see this years entries.

Gingerbread Homes are open for public viewing all 3 days of the Festival. There are 9 categories and ribbons are awarded to top 3 in each.

 

image couresty of flickr.com by Carrie Stephens

Fairhaven Runners & Walkers

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Fairhaven Runners & Walkers

If you are a runner or walker, you’ll want to check out Fairhaven Runners & Walkers. It is much more than just a shoe store. They are a  “running/walking lifestyle store where you will find expertise and professional help with getting the right type of shoe, apparel or accessories for optimal performance”. …they sell their “expertise in fine tuning all the “things” that make running and walking a much better, safer and enjoyable experience for you.”

Fairhaven Runners & Walkers is also a great community resource for running and walking and fitness events. You can get their colorful map that has 49 nearby try your new shoes on.

Fairhaven Runners & Walkers is located at 1209 11th Street in the Historic Fairhaven District of Bellingham in a cool old brick building.

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