http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/outdoors en-us Copyright 2008 The Seattle Times Company Thu, 24 Jul 2008 12:41:53 PDT Thu, 24 Jul 2008 12:41:53 PDT MattBase 480 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/art/ui/stlogo_231.gif http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/outdoors http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/outdoors/2008068379_nwwcooking240.html?syndication=rss Some bed-and-breakfasts around Washington state offer cooking classes along with a cozy getaway. Outdoors http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/outdoors/2008068379_nwwcooking240.html?syndication=rss Wed, 23 Jul 2008 14:08:53 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/ronjudd/2008068406_nwwtrailmix24.html?syndication=rss Artist Point near Mount Baker in northern Washington state is a perfect place to try a summer glissade; Mount Baker is one of the snowiest places in the world. Ron Judd http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/ronjudd/2008068406_nwwtrailmix24.html?syndication=rss Wed, 23 Jul 2008 13:35:08 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/outdoors/2008068374_nwwbestbets24.html?syndication=rss Just a week of July left, and the weather is being decent once you wade through the morning clouds. Remember "Sleepless in Seattle" where... Outdoors http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/outdoors/2008068374_nwwbestbets24.html?syndication=rss Wed, 23 Jul 2008 14:00:52 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/outdoors/2008068391_nwwgettingingear24.html?syndication=rss Gear tester Dan Nelson reviews trail shoes from some of the newer footwear makers: Oboz, Keen and Ahnu. Outdoors http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/outdoors/2008068391_nwwgettingingear24.html?syndication=rss Wed, 23 Jul 2008 13:20:09 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/outdoors/2008068398_nwwkiteboard240.html?syndication=rss Kiteboarding is "a combination of windsurfing, surfing and skateboarding — there's a unique feeling of freedom as you're skipping across the water," says aficionado Robin Ogaard, owner of Urban Surf. Outdoors http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/outdoors/2008068398_nwwkiteboard240.html?syndication=rss Wed, 23 Jul 2008 14:09:58 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/outdoors/2008068396_nwwintown24.html?syndication=rss Take an in-town vacation in Seattle's University District. Here are places to stay and dine, with prices. Outdoors http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/outdoors/2008068396_nwwintown24.html?syndication=rss Wed, 23 Jul 2008 13:24:46 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/outdoors/2008068411_nwwweekendpix24.html?syndication=rss Photographer: Alicia Brattin, Edmonds Photo taken: Memorial Day 2008, Orcas Island Photographer's description: " 'Will someone please play... Outdoors http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/outdoors/2008068411_nwwweekendpix24.html?syndication=rss Wed, 23 Jul 2008 13:48:46 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/outdoors/2008068409_nwwwalkabout24.html?syndication=rss Everett's Jetty Island is a fun summer getaway reached by a free shuttle ferry. Outdoors http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/outdoors/2008068409_nwwwalkabout24.html?syndication=rss Wed, 23 Jul 2008 13:36:11 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/outdoors/2008068376_nwwbirders24.html?syndication=rss Audubon Washington's tips on bird-watching at Woods Creek Wildlife Area in Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Outdoors http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/outdoors/2008068376_nwwbirders24.html?syndication=rss Wed, 23 Jul 2008 12:53:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/outdoors/2008068388_nwwfestival24.html?syndication=rss Three major art fairs draw crowds to downtown Bellevue this weekend. Outdoors http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/outdoors/2008068388_nwwfestival24.html?syndication=rss Thu, 24 Jul 2008 12:41:48 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/outdoors/2008068404_nwwtorchlight24.html?syndication=rss Seafair's Torchlight Parade is Seattle's big deal this weekend. Outdoors http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/outdoors/2008068404_nwwtorchlight24.html?syndication=rss Wed, 23 Jul 2008 13:34:28 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/outdoors/2008068384_nwwdatebook242.html?syndication=rss A listing of weekend events and activities. Outdoors http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/outdoors/2008068384_nwwdatebook242.html?syndication=rss Wed, 23 Jul 2008 13:18:42 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/othersports/2008069517_fish24.html?syndication=rss The summer hatchery chinook fishery in northern and Central Puget Sound is not hot like last year, except the Port Townsend area where fishing has been relatively good since it opened July 16. Judging by the early catch results the season will probably last much longer than last year's 13-day fishing season in Central Sound, and the 16-day fishing season in North Sound. Other Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/othersports/2008069517_fish24.html?syndication=rss Wed, 23 Jul 2008 22:40:21 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/outdoors/2008068408_nwwtravelnotes24.html?syndication=rss Clipper Vacations offers college-student discounts, and a calendar lists events throughout the Northwest and British Columbia. Outdoors http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/outdoors/2008068408_nwwtravelnotes24.html?syndication=rss Wed, 23 Jul 2008 13:35:41 PDT