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Puget Sound Antique Tractor and Machinery Show in Lynden, Washington

August 5th, 2009 by Fawn | Posted in Bellingham, East County, Lynden, Whatcom County Events | 6 Comments »

Puget Sound Antique Tractor Show

Last year was my first attending the antique show in Lynden and I have anxiously awaiting the show this year all summer. Not only is the show a truly world class show, but so is the location the historical and beautiful Berthusen Park.

For 35 yrs the Puget Sound Antique Tractor and Machinery Show has held the annual threshing bee and tractor show at Berthusen park just west of the town of Lynden. The show includes threshing demonstrations, an ample amount of antique tractors on display, an antique tractor and machinery parade, steam powered saw mill demonstrations, tractor pulls and more.

The older generation will have a great time observing the memories of old and the newer generations and children will have a blast learning out our history and the farming techniques of Whatcom County throughout the years.

Steam Powered Demonstrations

Show hours are 8am to 8pm Wednesday to Saturday. If you are planning to come out to the show and are looking to see a certain event be sure to check out the show program for details on the show and event start times.

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Whatcom County Farms and Facts

June 10th, 2009 by Fawn | Posted in Bellingham, East County, Everson & Nooksack, Whatcom County | No Comments »

Sumas Farm off Hwy 9

Last weekend I went on a drive out to Sumas. The day was gorgeous, I left Everson heading down the Van Dyk Rd, past Stoney Ridge Farm and winding my way down Highway 9 through the beautiful Sumas Farms fields in the shadows of the Mt. Baker foothills in the distance. Whatcom County is full of farms, many more than most Bellingham Residents realize. Whatcom County has over 102,584 acres of farms.

The main agricultural products in Whatcom County are: Dairy, Raspberries, Blueberries, Strawberries, Cattle, and Poultry.According to the 2007 census in Whatcom County there are a total of 1,438 farms with the average farm being 69 acres in size.Raspberries and Cattle are Whatcom Counties main agricultural industries. Whatcom County produces 79% of Washington State’s red raspberry crops. Take a drive down Hwy 9 in Northern Whatcom County or down the Guide Meridian on your way to Lynden and you can’t help but notice the Raspberry fields, they are seemingly everywhere.

Farm off the Van Dyk Rd in Everson

The next time your are browsing the produce isle at Haggen’s or eating some raspberry ice cream it’s more than likely you are eating something locally grown at a Whatcom County Farm. Stay tuned this summer for more farming blog posts including a list of U pick farms where you can pick your own raspberries, blueberries and strawberries!

Raspberry Picking at Haugen's Berry Farm

Last Weekend to Enjoy The Mount Baker Ski Area for the Year…

April 23rd, 2009 by Fawn | Posted in Bellingham, East County, Whatcom County Events | No Comments »

Getting ready to hit the slopes at Mt. Baker

Mt. Baker Ski Area has been closed this week but will reopen tomorrow, Friday April 24th and remain open through Sunday the 26th. If you are looking for one last time to hit the slope at Mt. Baker here is your chance!

If you have not had a chance to visit the Mt. Baker ski area this year take advantage of this last weekend to see the world class ski resort seemingly in our backyards. According to the Mt. Baker website the ski resort receives an average of 647 inches of snow annually . Also, if you have a child who will be in the 5th grade next year be sure and check out the “5th Grader for Free” ski/snowboard package offered by the Mt. Baker Ski Area.

Snow Day Driving Diary

December 18th, 2008 by Fawn | Posted in Bellingham, East County, Everson & Nooksack, Random | No Comments »

Wow what a day! After shoveling my car out of a drift that had formed on it over night, defrosting it to the point I could actually open the door and scraping of the windows I set out for the office.

Today was our holiday gathering and being the only one who lives out in the county I did not want to be the “no show” who couldn’t make it in due to the weather. I left my house off the Mecklem Rd and by the time I had gotten to the Pole Rd I was already having second thoughts.

Mecklem Rd Everson

Guide Meridian

Guide & Axton Intersection

With the lack of the wind on the Guide Meridian heading into town the road was covered in snow and ice and continued to get worse heading into town.

Guide Meridian & Horton Rd

As the drive continued it was very apparent that making the drive into work possibly wasn’t the best idea, but I decided to keep going as I was already half way and hadn’t run into any difficulty driving yet. Below is Interstate 5 in Bellingham at the Bellis Fair Mall Exit.

Old Fairhaven Parkway

Upon arriving at the office I realized I was the only one there! Lylene called to let me know that I should just go home with all the snow still falling and the bad driving conditions. So, that being said I grabbed a few things to work from home and made the trek home. I couldn’t let the drive go to waste so enjoy the photos of the drive! Stay warm!

Welcome to October in Whatcom County.. Deming Oktoberfest Coming Soon!

October 1st, 2008 by Fawn | Posted in East County, Whatcom County Events | No Comments »

With today being the first day of October that means that it’s almost time for Deming’s Oktoberfest. Oktoberfest is a Bavarian festival held annually at the Deming Log Show Grounds. The dates for this years festival are October 10th-11th.

I have attended the festival for the past several years and have really grown to enjoy it. The entertainers include the Polkatones, Syl’s Ya Sure Ya Betcha Band and the Rogen Bogen Dancers. It’s great fun to come out and enjoy the folk dancing, singing and activities. You will be amazed just how talented the dancers are and in awe by there wonderful Bavarian Costumes.

Several Bavarian foods are on hand including the traditional german potatoes, brats and more! Breakfest is served Saturday and Sunday morning from 7:30am to 11:00am and then the doors open for the at 12pm and close at 12am.

Admission to Deming’s Oktoberfest is $9 with advance tickets and $11 at the door. 21 and older only please. Camping is available for a $15 a night fee. To reach the Deming Log Show Grounds head out the Mt. Baker Hwy approx 12 miles east of Bellingham. Take a left on the Cedarville Rd, the log show ground are 1 mile up the road on the left hand side. Car parking is free.

Also please note that the Oktoberfest is a fund raiser for the “Busted Up Loggers Fund.” The fund goes to help injured loggers from Whatcom County and their families in their times of need. Tons of volunteer energy and time goes into this events and it’s well worth it, so come on out support our community, dance, sing, eat and have a great time!

Puget Sound Antique Tractor and Machinery Show in Lynden, Washington

Whatcom County Farms and Facts

Last Weekend to Enjoy The Mount Baker Ski Area for the Year…

Snow Day Driving Diary

Welcome to October in Whatcom County.. Deming Oktoberfest Coming Soon!

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