What we’re about
Welcome to WineBudz – a "no-wine-snobs-allowed" group in Kitsap County and beyond. Whether you’re brand new to the vine or a ripened enthusiast, you will find a warm and welcoming atmosphere here. We will offer several events every month at venues all over Kitsap County, from Poulsbo to Silverdale, Bremerton & places beyond. As variety is the spice of life, so too will we provide a wide variety of meetups... from the traditional (i.e. happy hours, wine tastings, wine classes, wine dinners, etc.) to the novel and one-of-a-kind (i.e.... well, you’ll just have to join to find out!). So come make new friends and perhaps learn a bit about wine along the way. You must be 21 to join and no older than 121 (as we are concerned about your ability to drive home).
To all members: Part of joining WineBudz includes agreeing with the following legal statement releasing WineBudz plus Betsy Tarpley from any liability for injuries or other damages that you incur while attending and participating in any of our events. If you do not agree to the following, please remove yourself from the group and any of our activities and events. Thank you.
DISCLOSURE, RELEASE, HOLD HARMLESS, AND INDEMNITY. I wish to participate in activities offered by WineBudz, as presented on this website or otherwise. I understand that the group, individual organizers or participants organize or sponsor a variety of activities, including hikes, happy hours, target shooting, music events, dances, and other social events, etc.. I recognize that these activities may involve certain dangers and risks, including but not limited to serious personal injury or death, possible equipment failure or loss, accidents or illness in remote places, force of nature, or the actions or omissions of WineBudz members and other persons. I also do not hold any other organizer or any driver to these events liable for any accident or injury incurred.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- 🍇 BI Wine Tour & Lunch – Reserve Your Spot with Driver Included!Needs location
🎉 Save the Date and Interest List🍷
Get ready for an unforgettable day with the WineBudz crew as we head out on a Bainbridge Island Wine Tour, chauffeured by the amazing Ian from PNW Tours & Pours!
We’ll visit 4 fabulous wineries, enjoy a delicious lunch, and soak up great vibes with fun, like-minded wine lovers. Even better? You’ll get pickup and drop-off right from your home (within Central and North Kitsap)—so all you have to do is relax and sip!
🍽️ Wineries and lunch location will be announced soon—Ian is finalizing the perfect route for us.
💸 Please note: Tasting fees and lunch are not included in the deposit.
This came together quickly, and I didn’t want you to miss out—so mark your calendars now!👉 Cost: $58.00 + tax (non-refundable, but totally transferable)
🎟️ Reserve your spot here: https://square.link/u/5ueU9HCj
Once you’ve paid, don’t forget to RSVP!
Let’s sip, socialize, and make some amazing memories—cheers! 🍷✨ - 🏞 4th of July Weekend Roadtrip to Yellowstone via the Lewis and Clark Trail 🦬Popeye's, North Bend, WA
Yellowstone really isn’t that far away so let's do a 5-day road trip taking a couple of days to get there and back with a day back to drive around and explore the park while we’re there. This is a Motorcycle and Car road trip. I will be riding with a few others. Cars can follow behind us. ~Claudette
See the FULL DETAILS and BOOK LODGINGS with the group, as well as the the route.
HERE'S THE PLAN:
Day 1 - Meet in North Bend, take the Starbucks Highway to the start of Lolo Pass along the Lewis and Clark Trail
Travel Time/miles: 5:57 340Day 2 - Ride Lolo Pass along the Lewis and Clark Trail with a stop at a hot spring along the way, then on to the Resort near Yellowstone in time for fireworks. Stay in hotel for 2 nights
Travel Time/miles: 6:58 404Day 3 - Drive through Yellowstone, lower loop
Travel Time/miles: 4:35 187Day 4 - Head home with a stay in Coeur D’Alene
Travel Time/miles: 7:26 472Day 5 - 2nd day to home, maybe a late start to experience Coeur D’Alene before leaving
Travel Time/miles: 4:21 302Planning on hitting the road around 10am every morning or after breakfast.
- Kingston 4th of July CelebrationMike Wallace Memorial Park, Kingston, WA
Kingston Washington always has the BEST 4th of July event. You feel like you are a part of true old fashioned home town goodness.
This event is very popular, so if you want to get good parking, bring a picnic lunch and arrive early. If you don't want to pack a lunch, there will be food vendors on site.
It's not listed in the activities below, but they usually have some sort of entertainment like the high school band in the early afternoon. Mike Wallace park is a great venue to just hang out all day. Finally, the fireworks display is fantastic.
I will arrive around 2pm and sit to the right of the stage (closest to the parking lot). I will try and save room for seating, but if you arrive late, you will probably have to squeeze in or sit with others. That's okay though because the Kingston crowd is always very friendly.
They are selling shirts to raise money for the event. Here is the link if you want one.
(1) Facebook- 8-11am: Pancake Breakfast at the Kingston Cove Yacht Club.
- 10am-5pm: Tiny Town with activities for kids at an unspecified location.
- Noon-1pm: Kingston 4th of July Parade.
- 1pm: Free Hot Dogs for Kids.
- Immediately following the Parade: Ball Race.
- 1-9pm: Beer, Wine & Spirits Tent.
- 11am-10pm: Food vendors at Mike Wallace Park.
- 5:30pm-7:30pm: Main Stage music featuring Backstreet Jelly Roll.
- 8pm-10pm: Main Stage music featuring Soul Siren.
- Around 10:10pm: World-class fireworks show.
