What we’re about
Hello and welcome to the Skagit Whatcom Adventure Group! We are all about getting outside in Washington and British Columbia, having adventures of all kinds, meeting new people, and, most of all, having fun. We are open to anyone with an adventurous spirit. Our vision is to have a variety of different events hosted by a diverse leadership team.
In the past year we’ve led lots of hikes, played in the snow, attended live music events, gone to outdoor-related movies, and, of course, eaten plenty of good food. We hope to see you on one of our adventures soon!
Dues for this group are $5 annually, which covers the fees Meetup charges to host and maintain the website. We have set this price low to keep it affordable to all and we believe it’s a great value for your money.
The fine print:
- If signing-up for an event, please make every effort to attend. We understand that life happens at inopportune times, however no-shows will be documented and three no-shows may result in removal from the group. Please update your RSVP with as much advance notice as possible, even if it’s just an hour before the start. Otherwise, the group can end up waiting for someone at a carpool location or a trail-head (where there's often no cell reception).
- Organizers in this group are not guides, instructors, or medical professionals. You alone are 100% responsible for your own safety and comfort and for the safety of those you bring as guests. We may give you our opinions on whether or not an activity is suitable for you, but the ultimate responsibility lies with you, as we are not experts. Certain activities may require other gear. If you don't know, ask! Someone can likely share advice or ideas.
- Be respectful and have fun. We are a group of fun-loving people who enjoy the outdoors and staying active. We are also a diverse group of all ages, backgrounds, and nationalities, and we believe in treating everyone fairly and equally. We ask that you do the same and we’ll all have a great time.
Upcoming events
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3rd Annual New Year's Day Lizard & Lily Lakes Hike
Blanchard mountain Trail Upper Parking lot, Bow, WA, USJoin us for the 3rd Annual New Year's Day Lily & Lizard Lakes hike! This is a great way to start the new year on the right foot, with a scenic loop hike totaling about 7.5 miles and 1,300' of elevation gain with great views of the San Juan islands and Salish Sea, and maybe even Mt. Baker.
Note: This hike is weather dependent. Keep an eye on the comments for updates as the day gets closer.
Overall, it's a moderate hike, with only one section of 1.5 miles of sustained, uphill hiking, plus a few shorter uphill sections. We'll stop at Lizard Lake for a short snack stop, and then head to North Butte for lunch. From there it's down to Lily Lake followed by several miles of downhill to get back to the parking lot.
Pace will be moderate to medium, not fast, and the group needs to stay together. Please be capable of a hiking pace of about 1.5-2 MPH over this terrain and distance. Due to the short day, we'll need to keep moving to ensure we get back in the daylight.
Notes:
- No parking pass is required - Jan. 1 is the first of WA State Parks free days.
- This is a dog-friendly hike.
- A bathroom is available at the trailhead.
MAP LINK: https://maps.app.goo.gl/LxtdCvp3suiCXUfc8
Note that we are not guides or medical professionals. You are responsible for yourself and any guests you bring. Please carry the ten essentials: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ten_Essentials5 attendees
Past events
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