Spring Fling: 2010 Calendar

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Read the instructions containing ALL you need to know! (PDF) and register.

Choose the activity or activities you’d most enjoy doing for Spring Fling, such as walking, biking, hiking, swimming, riding your horse, running, dancing, gardening, or birding. Then set your own schedule and have fun while getting fit for a worthy cause. All participants age 16 and older must raise or donate at least $50 (but we hope you will raise more!). Participants under age 16 must raise or donate at least the amount equal to their age (but we hope you’ll raise more, too!)

Guided walks and hikes are open to the public, but they have special perks for Spring Fling participants. If you’re participating in Spring Fling, the events listed below are free, and you can count the miles toward your total. A donation of $5.00 is suggested for non-Spring Fling participants. All monies from Spring Fling and related events such as these go to support educational programs of the Dungeness River Audubon Center and maintenance of Railroad Bridge Park.

May

Spring Fling starts on May 1

Guided walks and hikes are open to the public, but they have special perks for Spring Fling participants. If you’re participating in Spring Fling, the events listed below are free, and you can count the miles/time towards your total. A donation of $5.00 is suggested for non-Spring Fling participants. All monies from Spring Fling go to support educational programs of the Dungeness River Audubon Center and maintenance of Railroad Bridge Park. Bring lunch/snacks, water, layers of clothes, comfortable shoes, visor/cap, sunscreen, camera, binoculars & a smile.

Saturday, May 1: World Labyrinth Day “Walk as One at 1:00 p.m.” World Labyrinth Day is intended as a day that brings people from all over the planet together in celebration of the labyrinth as a symbol, a tool, a passion or a practice. Right here in Sequim, is the wonderful Bedford Labyrinth to enjoy! Contact: Pam & Ted Bedford, (360) 683-6376 tbedford@olypen.com

Saturday, May 1: Discover Railroad Bridge Park (2-3 miles round trip) with Julie Jackson. 2:00 p.m. Meet at the Dungeness River Audubon Center. Take a leisurely stroll through the woods on foot paths in the Park and along the original segment of the Olympic Discovery Trail, as we enjoy the spring birds, plants, and spectacular views. Walking time @ 2 hours. Contact: Julie Jackson (360) 683-1355, juliejackson@wavecable.com

Tuesday morning, May 4: Bird Walk, Dungeness Recreation Area (3 miles round trip) Dave and Julie Jackson. 8:30 a.m. Meet at the first parking lot inside the gate on Voice of America Drive. Look and listen for land and water birds. Contact: Dave & Julie Jackson, (360) 683-1355, djackson@wavecable.com

Tuesday, May 4: The Dungeness River in the mountains Hike, Camp Handy 6.4 miles round trip - 600' elevation gain with John Bridge. 8:30 am meet at Sequim's Public Parking next to the Buzz to carpool. An easy hike along the upper Dungeness through a great stand of large Douglas Firs. Driving time 45 minutes. Hiking time 3.5 hours. Contact: John Bridge, (360) 683-3151, jbridge@olypen.com. Suggested donation $5.00; monies raised benefit Dungeness River Audubon Center and Railroad Bridge Park.

Friday, May 7: Robin Hill Farm Park Hike (3+ miles round trip- some up & down) with Doug and Gretha Davis. 9am meet at Sequim's Public Parking (east side of Sequim, between WA & Cedar) to carpool. A lovely hike on the foot & equestrian paths through forests & field with the birds, flowers & mushrooms. Driving time 30min and hiking time 2-2.5 hours. Bring layers of clothes, lugged boots, visor/cap, sunscreen, camera, binoculars. Contact: Gretha & Doug Davis, (360) 681-8013, gretha.d@wavecable.com. Suggested donation $5.00; monies raised benefit Dungeness River Audubon Center and Railroad Bridge Park.

Sunday, May 9: Railroad Bridge Trestle and Olympic Discovery Trail Walk (3 level miles round trip) with Lyn Muench. Look for dippers in the Dungeness River, and warblers in the forest. Expect stunning views of the Olympic Mountains. Meet at Railroad Bridge Park. Contact Lyn Muench (360-452-6100 or lynmuench@olypen.com. Suggested donation $5.00; monies raised benefit Dungeness River Audubon Center and Railroad Bridge Park.

Tuesday morning, May 11: Bird Walk, Dungeness River Dike, (2 miles round trip), Dave and Julie Jackson. 8:30 a.m. Meet at the parking area on Towne Road near the gate to the dike. Look and listen for spring migrants and summer residents. Contact: Dave & Julie Jackson, (360) 683-1355, djackson@wavecable.com.

Tuesday, May 11: Dungeness River in the mountains Hike, Lower Graywolf River ; 9.6 miles round trip - 700' elevation gain with John Bridge. 8:30 am meet at Sequim's Public Parking next to the Buzz to carpool. An up and down hike along the river with some good flowers. Driving time 25 minutes. Hiking time 4.5 hours. Contact: John Bridge, (360) 683-3151, jbridge@olypen.com. Suggested donation $5.00; monies raised benefit Dungeness River Audubon Center and Railroad Bridge Park.

Friday, May 14: Hike on the Dungeness Spit to the New Dungeness Light Station, (11 Miles round trip) with Doug & Gretha Davis. 9 am meet at Sequim's Public Parking (east side of Sequim, between WA & Cedar) to carpool. A “flat hike” except for climbing the stairs in the light tower for the 360 degree views, and an uphill to the bluff to return. It’s a wonderful low tide, so the beach walk will be great. Taking a tour of the Light Station’s history is very special. Driving time 30 min and hiking time 5-6 hours. Bring lunch, layers of clothes, tennis shoes (or comfortable beach walking shoes), visor/cap, sunscreen, camera, binoculars. Contact: Gretha & Doug Davis, (360) 681-8013, gretha.d@wavecable.com. Suggested donation $5.00; monies raised benefit Dungeness River Audubon Center and Railroad Bridge Park.

Sunday May 16: Johnson Creek Trestle to Sequim Bay State Park, (3 miles round trip along the Olympic Discovery Trail) with Lyn Muench. 2:00 pm meet at White Feather Way parking lot for Olympic Discovery Trail. Contact Lyn Muench (360) 452-6100 or lynmuench@olypen.com. Suggested donation $5.00; monies raised benefit Dungeness River Audubon Center and Railroad Bridge Park.

Tuesday, May 18: The Dungeness River in the mountains Hike, Slab Camp Trail and then downstream on the Graywolf for a mile 7 miles round trip - 1200' elevation gain with John Bridge. 8:30 am meet at Sequim's Public Parking next to the Buzz to carpool. A down to the river and then back up hike. After we get to the river we will hike downstream for a mile on a little used trail to view a spectacular gorge. Driving time 35 minutes. Hiking time 4.5 hours. Contact: John Bridge, (360) 683-3151, jbridge@olypen.com. Suggested donation $5.00; monies raised benefit Dungeness River Audubon Center and Railroad Bridge Park.

Friday May 21: Hike the Miller Peninsula, (9 miles round trip- some up & down) with Doug & Gretha Davis. 9am meet at Sequim's Public Parking (east side of Sequim, between WA & Cedar) to carpool. A wonderful hike in & out of forests, with a stop at the water’s edge looking out at Protection Island. Driving time 40 min. and hiking time 4.5 -5.5 hours. Bring lunch, layers of clothes, lugged boots, visor/cap, sunscreen, camera, binoculars. Contact: Gretha & Doug Davis, (360) 681-8013, gretha.d@wavecable.com. Suggested donation $5.00; monies raised benefit Dungeness River Audubon Center and Railroad Bridge Park.

Sunday May 23: Walk the Morse Creek Trestle to the river mouth, (3 miles round trip) with Lyn Muench. Discover the beautiful lower Morse Creek Valley. Meet at Morse Creek parking lot. Contact Lyn Muench (360-452-6100 or lynmuench@olypen.com. Suggested donation $5.00; monies raised benefit Dungeness River Audubon Center and Railroad Bridge Park.

Tuesday May 25: Dungeness River in the mountains Hike, Deer Ridge , 6 miles round trip - 1800' elevation gain with John Bridge. 8:30 am meet at Sequim's Public Parking next to the Buzz to carpool. A more uphill hike with great views of the mountains surrounding the Graywolf drainage. Driving time 35 minutes. Hiking time 4.5 hours. Contact: John Bridge, (360) 683-3151, jbridge@olypen.com. Suggested donation $5.00; monies raised benefit Dungeness River Audubon Center and Railroad Bridge Park.

Tuesday, May 25: Bird Walk, Miller Peninsula (2 hours plus) Karen and Joe Zook. 8:30 a.m. Meet in QFC parking lot near the gas station to carpool. Look and listen for spring migrants and summer residents in this beautiful woodland park. Contact: Karen & Joe Zook. (360) 681-3526. gadzooks@wavecable.com.

Friday May 28: Hike from Salt Creek to Striped Peak, (5 miles round trip about 1,000ft. of up & down) with Doug & Gretha Davis. 9am meet at Sequim's Public Parking (east side of Sequim, between WA & Cedar) to carpool. A wonderful hike in & out of forests, some of which is old growth, as well as enjoying the tidal waters. Driving time 90 min. and hiking time 3-3.5 hours. Bring lunch, layers of clothes, lugged boots, visor/cap, sunscreen, camera, binoculars. Contact: Gretha & Doug Davis, (360) 681-8013, gretha.d@wavecable.com. Suggested donation $5.00; monies raised benefit Dungeness River Audubon Center and Railroad Bridge Park.

June

Friday, June 3: Results submission deadline – , 2010
To be considered for an award, you must submit your individual Results Form (PDF or editable Excel), pledge sheets, and money raised (at least $50 for participants age 16 and above) by this deadline. Please submit a form no matter how little you raised since every bit helps the River Center and Railroad Bridge Park!

Saturday, June 5: Spring Fling Frolic and Awards, 3-5 p.m., Dungeness River Audubon Center at Railroad Bridge Park
Join us at the Spring Fling Awards Frolic in Railroad Bridge Park. We’ll have awards, refreshments, surprises, and fun for all! Awards and prizes will be distributed at 4:00 pm. You do not have to attend the party to win. However, if you can't attend, you must make your own arrangements to pick up your prize at the Dungeness River Audubon Center.

Join us at the Spring Fling Awards Frolic in Railroad Bridge Park. We’ll have awards, refreshments, games, surprises, and fun for all! Awards and prizes will be distributed at 4:00 pm. You do not have to attend the party to win. However, if you can't attend, you must make your own arrangements to pick up your prize at the Dungeness River Audubon Center.
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