Summer Campfire Programs at Whatcom County Parks
The Whatcom County Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce our
schedule of evening campfire programs for Summer 2008. Enjoy gathering by a
crackling fire at days end to celebrate a sense of place with stories and music. We’ll
gather to hear of Native Americans, homesteaders, wild animals, moving mountains, and
much more. Bring a comfy camp chair and settle in for an evening of fun and inspiration
with park interpreter David Bean. For more information please call 360-733-2900.
Semiahmoo Sunsets
Saturday, June 28, 9-10pm
Saturday, July 19, 8:30-9:30pm
Saturday, August 30, 7:30-8:30pm
This “long, low narrow strip of glistening sands flung out into the Georgian Gulf”
immortalized by poet Ella Higginson has been the stage for the lives of Native
Americans, the salmon canning industry, and one of the crown jewels of Whatcom
County Parks. Trace the threads of these stories as the sun dips into the sea for one of the
legendary Semiahmoo sunsets. Follow signs at Semiahmoo Park to campfire location.
Program held in Cannery Day Lodge in inclement weather.
$2>Register at beginning of program.
No Minimum Age>Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
At The Feet of Koma Kulshan
Saturday, July 26, 8-9pm
Saturday, August 16, 8-9pm
Mount Baker towers over Whatcom County, an icy countenance belying its volcanic
fires. Hear stories of those who challenged and celebrated this mountain, and explore the
lives of beavers at Silver Lake. Program held at Group Picnic Shelter in Silver Lake
Park.
$2>Register at beginning of program.
No Minimum Age>Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
Orcas—Hunters of the Sea
Saturday, July 12, 8:30-9:30pm
Friday, August 22, 7:30-8:30pm
Majestic—and endangered—Orca whales are often seen from shore at Lighthouse Marine
Park. We will trace the life journey of these fascinating animals, listen to their haunting
songs and ponder their future as we relax by the shores of Point Roberts. Follow signs
from the Lighthouse Park boat launch parking area to campfire location.
$2>Register at beginning of program.
Minimum Age 9>Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
Celebrate Parks and Recreation Month with New Family
Interpretive Programs at Hovander Park
July is National Parks & Recreation Month and the Whatcom County Parks and
Recreation Department is pleased to announce a series of new family interpretive
programs at Hovander Homestead Park in Ferndale. Park interpreter David Bean will
lead the four “Sunday in the Park” programs. Get an in-depth tour of the historic
Hovander House, churn some real butter in the big red barn (and taste it!), and get up
close with some of the rabbits, goats, and pigs that live at Hovander Park. Meet at
information station in Hovander Park. For more information please call 360-733-2900.
Sunday in the Park
Sunday, June 22, 1-3pm
Sunday, July 6, 1-3pm
Sunday, July 20, 1-3pm
Sunday, August 17, 1-3pm
$3>Register at beginning of program. Children 5 and under are free.
No Minimum Age>Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.