May 10, 2012 Buzz: Outdoors News Shorts
Kitsap Peninsula Releases Water Trails Map
Northwest paddlers have always known the Kitsap Peninsula is a world-class destination for water fun. Now, the Kitsap Peninsula Water Trails Map has been released that is sure to bring even more kayak and paddleboard enthusiasts. The map is the result of years of work by the North Kitsap Trails Association, the Olympic Outdoor Center and the Kitsap Peninsula Visitor and Convention Bureau. It will be incredibly helpful for paddlers looking for where to park, where to put in, and where to avoid public property. One side of the map shows 59 places to paddle on Kitsap, while the other details all the spots on Bainbridge Island. Best of all, the map is free and will be available on the Bureau’s website as well as at many local kayaking retailers.
Outdoors NW is proud to be a sponsor of the map!
Bike to Work Day is Almost Here!
Photo courtesy of Cascade Bicycle Club
The Puget Sound region will be abuzz with bicycle commuters May 18 during the annual Bike to Work Day. In Seattle, the F5 Bike to Word Day will kick off with a rally at City Hall (yes, Mayor McSchwinn will be riding) and end with a block party in Ballard. Kids will be at it too, biking to school with parents and posses of classmates. It’s a great way to show support for better bike infrastructure in our communities. Plus, it’s carbon neutral and good for you. Experienced bike commuters – be patient with the newbies on the roads. Motorists, slow down and share the road. Better yet, ditch your car and dust off the bike. In Spokane, Bike to Work week is May 20-26. Check the month-long bike commuting schedule at www.cascade.org
Ilwaco Lighthouse Celebration
North Head Lighthouse. Photo by Craig Romano
What do you get for a lighthouse turning 114? Better decide soon, because on May 19, the North Head Lighthouse in Ilwaco is having a birthday.
The celebration is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 19 at Cape Disappointment State Park, 244 Robert Gray Drive, Ilwaco. The event commemorates the anniversary of the historic lighthouse by offering self-guided tours of the Lighthouse Keeper’s Residence, memories shared by those who lived at, or cared for, the lighthouse and live music by the Ilwaco High School Jazz Band. The North Head gift shop will be open during the event. Don’t forget your Discover Pass — you’ll need it to attend this event.
Be sure to check out the May/June edition of Outdoors NW in print and online for our feature on The Discovery Trail between Long Beach and Ilwaco and our website for an exclusive online-only feature on nearby Tokeland!
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