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2010 Bellingham Traverse Wrap Up

October 1, 2010 by Todd Elsworth Leave a Comment

Well, it's been a couple weeks since the Bellingham Traverse celebrated its ninth year. We're just about finished putting our stuff away and cleaning up after ourselves. Big Thanks out to all of our ... Read More →

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Estimated Times

September 17, 2010 by Todd Elsworth Leave a Comment

Traverse Times Table fast time finish hour slow time finish hour Finish location Start 12:30 PM -- -- -- -- - ... Read More →

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Equipment Truck

September 17, 2010 by Todd Elsworth Leave a Comment

Big Thanks to Rick Kukowski for the loan of his big truck. It will be parked on Railroad for equipment pickup at 8 AM Equipment will be divided into sections for Padden, Fairhaven, Marine and ... Read More →

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You Moist Remember This

September 17, 2010 by Todd Elsworth Leave a Comment

I have a feeling. It's a feeling that I have had for weeks. The feeling (maybe my secret prayer) is this: It is going to rain on Saturday. I have the same view that Tom Robbins has- I love the RAIN, ... Read More →

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Forecast: Something Smells Fishy in Fairhaven

September 13, 2010 by Todd Elsworth Leave a Comment

If it smells like fish, it probably is. Please be aware of what you're doing as you get through Fairhaven. Lots of people with Salmon on the Brain. Saturday, September 18 || Sidewalk sale 11-5; bbq ... Read More →

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Red Bull in Bellingham

September 13, 2010 by Todd Elsworth Leave a Comment

Oh, the old days. Remember when we had the Red Bull Arch at the finish? If you don't, we used to have a big inflatable arch in front of Boundary that helped people know that there was a finish line. ... Read More →

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Hey Sailor, new in town?

September 13, 2010 by Todd Elsworth Leave a Comment

Looking for a great time? Want to "Be Local"? Well, look no further. The Traverse is like a kid-friendly singles bar if you're new to town. Here's who will be there: Salmon Lovers, Tree Huggers, Local ... Read More →

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Think Fish….Drink Fresh Traverse Ale!

September 12, 2010 by Todd Elsworth Leave a Comment

Thanks to Boundary Bay Brewery- Traverse Ale that is a deep reddish-brown ale with medium to full body and a lively hop character. The hops make this beer particularly refreshing, especially for a ... Read More →

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Cornwall Beach and Port of Bellingham

September 11, 2010 by Todd Elsworth Leave a Comment

One fun aspect of the course for the Bellingham Traverse is the variation of the locations we get to visit in one day. I think of this little pocket beach as a reminder of the past and a glimpse to ... Read More →

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Our Commitment to Sustainability

September 9, 2010 by Todd Elsworth Leave a Comment

Defining Sustainability Fourth Corner Productions provides sustainable community-based events and campaigns in to educate people about the environmental, economic, social and cultural impact that our ... Read More →

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avatar for Todd ElsworthTodd Elsworth

Todd Elsworth is one of the many “Mossy-haired lunatics roaming the dripping peninsulas”, described in “I'm Here for the Weather'' by Tom Robbins. As executive director, he works to fulfill our mission to teach the health benefits of nature, promote outdoor recreation, and steward the places where we play.

avatar for Elizabeth NelsonElizabeth Nelson

As Director of Programs, Elizabeth Nelson brings her B.S. in Public Health, her extensive work with trauma survivors of domestic and sexual abuse, and her own experiences of the positive connection and health benefits of time spent in nature into the Parkscriptions program at Recreation Northwest. She is a certified Wilderness First Responder. She has a broad range of experience running her own business and working in nonprofit and government organizations.

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