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Ski Tuning Workshop
Join Backcountry Essentials for a hands-on Ski Tuning
Workshop! Whether you're new to tuning or looking
to sharpen your skills, the professionals will guide you
through the essentials of ski maintenance—covering
edge sharpening, base repairs, and waxing techniques.
Learn how to keep your gear in top shape for the slopes
this season, ensuring a smoother, faster ride. Perfect for
skiers of all levels. Bring your skis! All materials provided!
Photo by Janice Carmichael
Travelogue Series
Enjoy an armchair journey to spectacular and interesting
places. Local travelers will share their captivating
images and stories on the third Thursday of each month.
No need to register. Just bring your curiosity. Light
refreshments served. Co-sponsored by Whatcom Museum.
DAY/DATES/TOPICS: Thursdays /
January 16: "Up Close and Personal with the Brown
Bears of Katmai, Alaska" by Janice Carmichael
February 20: "Borderland Beauty: Sweat and Solitude
in the North Pasayten Wilderness" by David Inscho
March 20: "Backcountry Skiing in the Kokanee Range
of British Columbia" by Gary Penistion
April 17: "Hiking the Medieval Villages of Georgia and
the Caucasus Mountains" by Ken Harrison
TIME: 7:00–9:00 pm
AGES: All
LOCATION: Whatcom Museum – Old City Hall
COST: Free ($5 suggested donation)
COORDINATORS: Billy Reeves / Whatcom Museum
DAY/DATES: Wednesdays /
January 15, February 19 or March 19
TIME: 7:00–8:30 pm
AGES: 16 years and older
LOCATION: Backcountry Essentials (1417 N State St.)
COST: $20 per date
COORDINATORS: Billy Reeves / Chris Gerston
MIN: 4 / MAX: 8
DAY/DATES/INSTRUCTOR: Fridays /
Session 1: January 17 with Everitt
Session 2: February 21 with Kristi
Session 3: March 21 with Ruby
TIME: 5:30–6:30 pm
AGES: All ages (recommended for 7 years & older)
LOCATION: Bloedel Donovan Community Building
COST: $10 each session
COORDINATOR: Rosa Caldwell
MIN: 5 / MAX: 50
Sound Therapy
Bring a blanket, yoga mat
and enjoy soothing sound
vibrations of Himalayan
singing bowls, gongs, and
bells for deep relaxation.
Sessions are hosted every
third Friday of the month by
either Everitt Allen of Sound
Therapy of the Pacific
Northwest, Kristi Moseley of Mystic Heart, or Ruby
Koa of Inspire Studio. Pre-registration is required.
Photo by Kristi Moseley
