- Mussel Harvest on Whidbey IslandGreen Lake Park & Ride, Seattle, WA
Description
Imagine a day trip to the serene Long Beach on Whidbey Island, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of the Pacific Northwest. As you step onto the beach, the cool, salty breeze from the Puget Sound greets you, carrying with it the distant cries of seagulls. The beach, with its miles of unspoiled shoreline, is a haven for nature lovers and shellfish enthusiasts alike.
Your adventure begins with a leisurely stroll along the water’s edge, the rhythmic sound of the waves lapping against the shore accompanying your thoughts. The beach is dotted with driftwood, each piece a natural sculpture shaped by time and tide. As you walk, you spot a bald eagle soaring high above, its majestic silhouette a stark contrast against the clear blue sky.
But the real treasure of Long Beach lies beneath the waves. At low tide, the sea retreats to reveal a bounty of mussels clinging to the rocks. With a shellfish license in hand, you can harvest these delicious bivalves. The thrill of the hunt is matched only by the satisfaction of a successful harvest.A trip to Long Beach on Whidbey Island isn’t just about getting mussels. It’s about immersing yourself in nature, taking a moment to slow down, and truly savoring the simple pleasures life has to offer. So why wait? The beach is calling. 🌊
Optional Clams
There are clams on the beach which we can harvest. They won't be the goal for the main group but if you're personally interested, you will be able to dig for them. Butter clams, cockles, horseclams, and native littlenecks are reported to be in this location. If you intend to do that then you will need to take responsibility for bringing equipment, knowing the regulations, risks, and everything else that goes with clamming.Itinerary
- 8:00AM We will meet at Green Lake Park and Ride
- 8:15AM-10:00AM We will carpool to Whidbey Island
- 10:00-10:45AM Eat Brunch
- 10:45-11:00 Drive and walk to Long Point
- 11:00-3:00 Harvest Mussels
- 3:00-5:00 Drive back to Seattle
- 5:00-6:00 Cook Mussel and Other Shellfish(Optional)
- 6:00-7:00 Eat Mussels(Optional)
Regulations
We can only harvest 10lbs on mussel and everyone must have a shellfish license.
Shellfish/Seaweed Species Rules - Washington Fishing | eRegulationsLocation
We will be harvesting mussel at Long Point. We will go to Twin Lagoons as backup if we don't find enough at Long Point.
Long Point and Long Point West | Washington Department of Fish & WildlifeWest Penn Cove and Twin Lagoons | Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife
Equipment Needed
- Shellfish License. You can buy the annual shellfish license or one of the temporary combination licenses.
- Bucket
- Gloves(Highly recommended) and/or crowbar for prying mussels(Highly recommended)
- Study shoes
- Long Pants
- Your host will bring a scale for everyone
- Cooler
- Clamming Equipment(Optional)
- Cooking ingredients(Optional)
How to Harvest Mussel
Follow this linkWhy it's a good time
This is a good time according to this tidal chart.
WDFWBestClamOysterHarvestTides.pdf (wa.gov)Also mussel and other shellfish are best gotten before the summer when bacteria levels rise and mussels use their energy to spawn.
Communication
We will be using whatsApp for questions and communication
https://bit.ly/3J7qcF3Optional Cooking
We will host an optional cooking in Seattle after we get back. We can use my apartment lounge or if someone wants to volunteer to host us, that works as well.Waitlist and Liability form
Filling this liability form is required to get off waitlist
https://forms.gle/siAPpBod5A5FSV7V6Here is more info
Gather your share of shellfish as plenty of spring-time choices are blossoming on nearby beaches | by The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife | Medium - 🛳 Long Weekend PNW Coastal CruiseCanada Place Cruise Ship Terminal, Vancouver, BC
Welcome to another series of mini PNW cruises, 6 in total for 2024! Join us on the Holland Zaandam for the season opener, roundtrip from cruise Vancouver, BC with meals and entertainment included for 4 nights all just for the price of real nice hotel room. We'll have stops in Astoria and Seattle where can get get out and explore or welcome to stay onboard and relax. Book with the group for special perks! ~Claudette
COST: Rates starting at $448 per cabin (Inside)
Upgrades available: Starting at Oceanview +$180, Suite +$1,210
(as of 10/6/23, any sales or promos will added, even if not reflected here yet)
INCLUSIONS: Stateroom, meals, onboard entertainment and extras noted below. BONUS for our group - a specialty dinner at Canaletto.
DEPOSITS: $250 per person, final payment due February 12, 2024 (payments due upon booking after this date)
TAXES AND PORT FEES: $285 per person- - - See Complete details for detailed cabin rates, hotels, transportation - - -
We can head up and stay in Vancouver the night before and hang out in Vancouver - visit Stanley Park, Grandville Island, tour the city or the mountains then wrap up the evening with dinner on the waterfront. If you prefer not to drive, welcome to take the train or motorcoach. I've arranged hotels for us in Vancouver which you can select the Booking Form - a one-stop shop experience and bundled rates!
On board we'll have Meet and Greets, can dine nightly together as a group, see stage shows, listen to live Music, go dancing in the BB King's Blues Club – all included! The ship has a number of freshwater pools & hot tubs, casinos, sporting and fitness facilities, and a spa - a little something for everyone.
*** Passport, Enhanced Driver's License, or other travel documents required. ***
TO BOOK: Fill out booking form at https://bit.ly/Apr2024PNWCruise
or call Claudette at 206 486 2478This is a multi-meetup event. More people may be signed up than you see RSVPd here. All rates and deposits are subject to change until booked. Remember to review the full details at https://bit.ly/PNWCruise-4-27-24, especially for updated rates.
Not open - Matinee Movie🎬 ChallengersCinemark Totem Lake Kirkland and XD, Kirkland, WA
Time for another weekend matinee and this steamy tennis movies seems just the ticket for a rainy day. I've purchased discounted tickets for us with seats in the center for the 1:05pm XD (Imax) showing. Also, I can get you 25% off concessions. ~Claudette
TRAILER: https://youtu.be/VobTTbg-te0
TICKETS: $15.75- Reimburse me for a ticket or get your own (movie buffs, sign up for membership for perks).
- Don't go by the RSVPs to see if there are still seats with the group. Check comments for updates - I'll let you know when I don't have any more left.
- Please arrive no later than 10 mins before the showing time or contact me to let me know your ETA, otherwise we'll enter without you and you'll lose your ticket.
If you want one of these tickets to sit with the group, reimburse me via:
1️⃣ Eventbrite (fees apply)
2️⃣ Cash App - cash.app/$MsClaudetteH
3️⃣ Venmo - venmo@MsClaudetteH
If needed, use 9544 for last digits.
Do NOT select "Purchase" or "Goods and Service" to avoid a service charge fee.
**Note the name of this group & the movie/date in the memo.**
FYI I'll "LIKE" your payment as confirmation that you have a spot.New to CashApp or Venmo? Sign up for an account via the hyperlinks.
Refunds will ONLY be issued if this event is rescheduled or cancelled.
WE WILL NOT BE OFFERING REFUNDS ON THIS EVENT. IF YOU CAN NO LONGER ATTEND AND CANCEL ANY TIME AFTER YOU RSVP, YOU WILL NEED TO SELL YOUR SPOT TO SOMEONE ELSE.Let's meet in the lounge behind the elevator. If people get there before me, ask others if they are with meetup.
This is a multi-meetup event with Eastside Social Club. My guest RSVPs are those who are joining us from other groups.
- 🛳 14th Annual Multi-Meetup Spring Overnight Party Cruise!Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal, Vancouver, BC
You're invited to the 1st of only 2 overnight cruises in 2024! We've been doing these 1-night repositioning cruises since 2010 and back for a series of 6 short PNW cruises this year. This overnight cruise is from Vancouver, BC to Seattle on the Holland Eurodam with meals and entertainment included all just for the price of a hotel room. Join us and book with the group for special perks and activities! ~Claudette
COST: Rates starting at $178 (Inside) per cabin (for 1 or 2 people), includes cabin, meals, onboard entertainment and extras noted below
Upgrades available starting at: Oceanview +$35, Balcony +120, Suite $220
DEPOSITS: $125 per person, final payment due February 18, 2024 (payments due upon booking after this date)
TAXES AND PORT FEES: $49.50 per person- - - See Complete details for cabin rates, hotels, transportation - - -
Why do a 1-night, 1-way cruise? Because they are fun and a great way to sample a cruise and do a quick getaway! Check out short videos on this YouTube playlist to see what all the buzz is about!
Welcome to take the Amtrak train or motorcoach/shuttles to head up a day early to explore Vancouver in the afternoon followed by a group dinner, or come up the day of the cruise.
On the cruise there are freshwater pools & hot tubs, casinos, shows, night club along with unlimited lunch, dinner, breakfast and snacks. We don't call it a party cruise for nothing! For those coming up early or staying later, get your hotel at special package rates via the Booking Form - a one-stop shop experience!
Passport or other travel documents required.
TO BOOK: Fill out booking form at http://bit.ly/May2024OvernightCruise or call Claudette at 206 486 2478
This is a multi-meetup event. More people may be signed up than you see RSVPd here. All rates and deposits are subject to change until booked.
- Movie Night 🎬 The Fall GuyCinemark Totem Lake Kirkland and XD, Kirkland, WA
This looks like it's going to be a fun movie! I've purchased D-BOX seats for us again to feel the action the movie - what a ride! We'll also have regular seats right behind this row in the center for the 7pm XD (Imax) showing. Also, I can get you 20% off concessions. ~Claudette
Trailer: https://youtu.be/j7jPnwVGdZ8
Tickets: Reimburse me for a ticket or get your own (movie buffs, sign up for membership for perks).
D-BOX (row F) - $16.00
Regular (row G) - $11.00- Reimburse me for a ticket or get your own (movie buffs, sign up for membership for perks).
- Don't go by the RSVPs to see if there are still seats with the group. Check comments for updates - I'll let you know when I don't have any more left.
- Please arrive no later than 10 mins before the showing time or contact me to let me know your ETA, otherwise we'll enter without you and you'll lose your ticket.
If you want one of these tickets to sit with the group, reimburse me via:
1️⃣ Eventbrite (fees apply)
2️⃣ Cash App - cash.app/$MsClaudetteH
3️⃣ Venmo - venmo@MsClaudetteH
If needed, use 9544 for last digits.
Do NOT select "Purchase" or "Goods and Service" to avoid a service charge fee.
**Note the name of this group & the movie/date in the memo.**
FYI I'll "LIKE" your payment as confirmation that you have a spot.New to CashApp or Venmo? Sign up for an account via the hyperlinks.
Refunds will ONLY be issued if this event is rescheduled or cancelled.
WE WILL NOT BE OFFERING REFUNDS ON THIS EVENT. IF YOU CAN NO LONGER ATTEND AND CANCEL ANY TIME AFTER YOU RSVP, YOU WILL NEED TO SELL YOUR SPOT TO SOMEONE ELSE.Let's meet in the lounge behind the elevator. If people get there before me, ask others if they are with meetup.
This is a multi-meetup event with Eastside Social Club. My guest RSVPs are those who are joining us from other groups.
- Mother's Day Weekend PNW Seacation 🛳 Whale Watching & Sea SafariCanada Place Cruise Ship Terminal, Vancouver, BC
Welcome to last of the of the spring PNW cruises, the 3rd in series of 6 mini PNW cruises for 2024! Let's sail the Majestic Princess from Vancouver, BC to Seattle and do a sea safari before we depart Vancouver and go whale watching in Victoria. Since we return on Mother's day, why not bring your mom with? If not, you'll be back in Seattle in time to still spend the day with her.
For the price of a couple of nights in a hotel room, this 3-night cruise with meals and entertainment would make a great Mother's Day gift, a romantic getaway with your someone special, a gals/guys long weekend or a Seacation for yourself with the option of hanging out with the group when you want! Book with the group for special perks! ~Claudette
COST: Rates starting at $676 per cabin (Inside). Upgrades available
(as of 10/17/23, any sales or promos will added, even if not reflected here, yet)
INCLUSIONS: Stateroom, meals, onboard entertainment and extras noted below. BONUS for our group - a $50 onboard cabin credit.
DEPOSITS: $125 per person, final payment due February 24, 2024 (payments due upon booking after this date)
TAXES AND PORT FEES: $160 per person- - - See Complete details for detailed cabin rates, hotels, transportation - - -
We can head up and stay in Vancouver the night before and hang out in then wrap up the evening with dinner on the waterfront. I've arranged hotels for us in Vancouver which you can select the Booking Form - a one-stop shop experience and bundled rates! Since we don't depart until the early morning of Day 2, we'll have time to experience Vancouver: take a Sea Safari, tour Stanley Park via a Horse-Drawn Carriage, visit Grandville Island, tour the city, or the mountains.
We can experience Victoria with a Whale Watching Tour in a Zodiac Boat, Victoria Bites & Sights, or have Hight Tea. See more options at https://bit.ly/VictoriaExcursions.
On board we'll have Meet and Greets, can dine nightly together as a group, see stage shows, listen to live Music, go dancing in the nightclub – all included! The ship has a number of freshwater pools & hot tubs, casinos, sporting and fitness facilities, and a spa - a little something for everyone.
*** Passport, Enhanced Driver's License, or other travel documents required. ***
TO BOOK: Fill out the booking form or call Claudette at 206 486 2478
This is a multi-meetup event. More people may be signed up than you see RSVPd here. All rates and deposits are subject to change until booked. Remember to review the full details, especially for updated rates.
- Claudette's Birthday Getaway to CaboVilla Del Palmar Beach Resort & Spa Cabo San Lucas, Cabo San Lucas
You're invited to join me to celebrate a milestone birthday and enjoy sun, beaches, pool parties, and FUN!! If you're a May Baby, too, we'll celebrate you as well! We'll be staying at a 5-star, oceanfront resort with all-inclusive and room only options. I'm also arranging discounted airfare on Alaska Air ! Book SOON, rates subject to change and availability! ~Claudette
- - - PASSPORT OR OTHER TRAVEL DOCUMENTS REQUIRED - - -
COST: Starts at $909 per room (up to 4 people)
- resort and other fees of $340
- PERKS: Up to $315 in Resort Credits
Alaska Airfare 5% Discount: Use Fare Code - ECMK524
- - - View Complete Details and BOOK Here - - -
The game plan is to hang out and party at the resort, but we may have to head into Centro for dinner at one of my favorite Italian restaurants, Salvatore G's, as well as visit some popular spots like the Office and Cabo Wabo. Also planning on an excursion or two, one of which will definitely include a water activity.
This is a joint event with Eastside Social Club, Seattle Social and Getaways, and Wanderlust: Singles/Solos Who Travel (don't have to be single to travel with us). My 'guests' will be those signed up in other groups.
- Featured International Meetup Trips for 2024 & 2025Link visible for attendees
Overseas travel takes a lot of planning in advance. Flights, Time-off, dog sitters . . . Here are our Featured International/Overseas Events so you have the time to get things planned to be able to join.
Jun 7, 2024
Mt Kilimanjaro Trek. One of the 7 Summits. Join us on this bucket list adventureJun 26, 2024
Serengeti Photo Safari! See the Great Migration "Africa’s Best Wildlife Show"Aug 28, 2024
Unforgettable Croatia! The Pearls of the Dalmation CoastSep 7, 2024
France Culinary Explorer. Food, Wine, Cheese. Cooking Lessons, Tastings AND MOREOct 11, 2024
Costa Rica Caribbean side: Volcanos, Waterfalls, National Parks and More!!Nov 29, 2024
THANKSGIVING 2024. Fri to Mon. Ensenada Weekend Cruise. Best Thanksgiving EVER!!Dec 6, 2024
Angor Wat Cambodia, Laos & VietnamMar 7, 2025
Galapagos Islands Expedition--Untouched nature in all its splendor. Small GroupMar 27, 2025
Japan Cherry Blossoms & Mt Fuji . . . and so much more!!Apr 25, 2025
Everest Base Camp Yoga Trek. Discover the land & people. An intimate AdventureMay 15, 2025
Meetup on Orient Express. Fall in Paris Venice Prague Vienna Budapest IstanbulJul 1, 2025
Spain and Portugal with Running of the Bulls! Gaudi, Paella and more!Aug 10, 2025
The Salkantay Trek EPIC MACHU PICCHU! Experience wild PeruAug 10, 2025
EPIC MACHU PICCHU! vis Short Inca Trail or Train!! A Mystical & Magical JourneyDec 2, 2025 (new date)
Pyramids to Petra with Sphinx, Nile Cruise & Dead Sea. Lands of Ancient Mystery!Do you have questions on ANY of the above?
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What's included and not included?
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- Mt Kilimanjaro Trek. One of the 7 Summits! Join us on this bucket list adventureSeattle-Tacoma International Airport, SeaTac, WA
Our Meetup is off to another hiking adventure! Mt Kilimanjaro, as the tallest mountain in Africa, is included in the 7 Summits of the world.
It is a bucket-list item for all hard-core hikers and mountain lovers.Let's get to some numbers. It is 5,895m/19,340ft
BUT . . . our starting elevation for the trek is 3795m/12541ft
As such elevation gain is 2100m/6799ft
To compare Everest Base Camp trek, is about 2754m/9035ft elevation change. And Mt Whitney is about 1828m/6000ft elevation change.
The key to being able to succeed in this endeavor lays in the route and the support system.
We are taking the Lemosho Route via the Northern Circuit. The Northern Circuit route is the longest and newest of the seven established Kilimanjaro routes. It's one of the best routes because it has the best acclimatization profile. This results in one of the highest summit success rates. Add to that stunning views, and comparatively relaxed pace. It is also much less crowded than the other Kilimanjaro routes.
As far as our support system: We will be accompanied by experienced guides, porters and cooks. They are certified, ensuring our safety and comfort. Porters will carry our gear.
We will have a high ratio of guides to hikers. Our guides will go our pace and support each and everyone of us, regardless of fitness level. In other words...you go your own speed and we all get there safe.
More about our trek/trip.
As with all our international trips, we picked the best season/time of year to go for weather and wild-life. Lemosho and Northern Circuit is a scenically spectacular and varied route. At the lower elevations it has an abundance of wildlife such as elephant, buffalo, eland and lion which come over to forage during dry season.Another thing we have done for timing is . . . the last stretch to the summit we leave camp at midnight. June 13th will be a Full Moon making it a stunning hike.
Each of our trips is personally crafted to offer the best places and best use of time.
But I don't have the needed gear?!
You don't need much more than the standard trekker's equipment. We will provide you with a list of what is already included and what can be rented there.Does this include food?
All meals on the trek potion are included and a cook travels with us!What is lodging like?
We are sleeping in new and comfortable tents (carried during the day by porters)I am new at this.
That's OK. We do plenty of prep Zooms before we depart. And in California we have a number of local outdoor day or weekend outings you can test out with us.How dangerous is this? What if I get sick or hurt?
We will be walking on an established, well used trail the entire time. Our trip INCLUDES emergency insurance. We are also Certified Wilderness First Responders and our guides are members of (AMREF) Flying Doctor.
Plain and simple, safety is our primary goal.How much does this cost?
Kilimajaro Mountain Trek $3850 per person, double occupancy. Land only (airfare not included). Solo supplement $600Trip Cost includes:
- 9 nights accommodation
- 3 meals everyday on the trek
- All Fees & Entrances and Taxes
- Camping equipment such as tents, tables, chairs.
- Lead Guide, Assistant Guides, Porters and CookRSVP to this event shows your interest, but does not hold your space.
The only way to secure your spot for this trip is a $300 deposit:
CLICK HERE FOR SECURE DEPOSIT LINK
Deposit is refundable up to 90 days before the departure (less PayPal fees).IF you need an airfare quote, Click here to message Anna
For more information about this or any of our other international events, fill out this form: INTERNATIONAL MEETUPS INFO REQUESTWe do a monthly Q & A Zoom: Meet others attending, be social, or come and get any questions answered.
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(RSVP there for any conversation and comments)This events is cross posted to several other groups and the number of RSVPs on each is not reflective. We have a set of sister groups where we post our local free, local/regional camping, and our overseas events too.
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- Free Fishing WeekendGreen Lake Park & Ride, Seattle, WA
Event Description
🌟 Free Fishing Weekend at Green Lake: Cast, Learn, and Reel in Memories! 🌟
Calling all fishing enthusiasts, curious beginners, and adventure seekers! 🎣🌿
More Info: https://wdfw.wa.gov/fishing/freeLicense
No fishing license needed as long as you stick to the species listed on that free fishing weekend page in the event description. Any other specie caught has to be released back. If you don't want to release other caught species back then you will need to buy a fishing license. I recommend not getting the license and just sticking to rainbow trout and bass species.2 Pole Endorsement
We are allowed to use 2 Pole Endorsement on Green Lake without buying it for that weekend.
Two-pole endorsement | Washington Department of Fish & WildlifePrep
I'm not an expert so instead I will redirect you to this guide which you should read thoroughly to know what you need to do. Read it at least one week ahead of time so you can have all your equipment ready. You want to practice reeling, tying bait, etc ahead of time so you are ready. You can also go to outdoor emporium because they have a section in their store that can setup your gear for you and tell you what to buy.Location
We will fish at Green Lake because it is stocked with rainbow trout and very easy to access.
Green Lake | Washington Department of Fish & WildlifeHours
The optimal time is early morning hours right before sunrise and late afternoon: 3 hours before sunset. Since I want to make this event beginner friendly, I'm not planning to start the event early in the morning but you can definitely come early if you want.Cook afterwards
We will have an optional cooking session afterwards where we can cook our catch. If you want to attend, please bring some ingredients and have some recipes in mind. We can cook in my apartment's lounge in Cap Hill. Alternatively if someone else is willing to host cooking we can cook somewhere else too.