On September 28, Day on the Bay will invite the community to explore and engage with Bellingham’s active waterfront. Day on the Bay is a joint collaboration with Sustainable Connections’ Eat Local Month, Bellingham SeaFeast, and Working Waterfront Coalition of Whatcom County. This free, self-guided tour encourages folks to stop at more than 12 locations and local businesses along Bellingham Bay on Saturday, September 28 from 10am-4pm. This event aims to shine a light on the vibrant and diverse maritime heritage that shapes our community, and to foster a deeper appreciation for the hardworking individuals and innovative enterprises that sustain Bellingham Bay.
“Since its inception in 2016, Bellingham SeaFeast’s mission is to highlight Bellingham’s rich maritime culture and working waterfront through our annual fall festival. We’re so thrilled to be able to partner with Eat Local Month’s Seafood Week to bring more maritime programming to our community in addition to SeaFeast on October 5 & 6, 2024,” says Kevin Coleman, Bellingham SeaFeast’s Executive Director.
“Our local seafood industry plays a major role in the food economy of our region. As we celebrate September Eat Local Month and the folks behind the food we eat, we are excited to collaborate with SeaFeast and Working Waterfront Coalition to share the stories of local fishermen and the businesses that support their work. Day on the Bay is a chance to learn more about our waterfront community and highlight Bellingham’s unique location on the Salish Sea,” shares Jessica Gillis, Food and Farming Program Manager at Sustainable Connections
Explore, engage, and celebrate Bellingham’s rich maritime heritage. Meet local fishing families and tour their boats, explore the biodiversity of the Salish Sea, learn how to tie knots, hear from local authors in the seafood and fishing communities, try a new water sport, and more! Partnering organizations and businesses include Bellingham Cold Storage, Dragonfly Kayak Tours, Alaska Sea Adventures, LFS Marine, U.S. Coast Guard, Bellingham Youth Sailing, Marine Life Center, Seattle Marine Supply, Gabriel’s Art Kids, RE Sources, Village Books, Community Boating Center, Whatcom Maritime Heritage Museum, and more. This is a free self-guided tour; however, some activities are paid and require advance ticket purchase. To see all tour events and find links to register, visit www.dayonthebay.org.
What: Day on the Bay Self-Guided Tour
When: Saturday, September 28, 10am-4pm
Tour locations: Along Bellingham Bay
Cost: Free self-guided tour, some activities require payment
More info: www.dayonthebay.org
