Fly through the forest with ease on Camano Island

Stepping off the platform, I shoute d, “Forget Tarzan. Me Jane!” And then I whooped with unbridled enthusiasm as I soared among the treetops to the next stand. Though my form was far from perfect, I didn’t care. The rush and excitement I experience d superseded any self-conscious concerns.

Want to volunteer? ECA needs you

Edmonds Center for the Arts (ECA) will be hosting its annual New Volunteer Open House on Monday, Aug. 22, at 5:30 p.m.

The event will take place at Edmonds Center for the Arts, 410 Fourth Ave. N.

BY DEBBIE STONE travelstone@comcast net travel writer

My arboreal-like adventure took place on beautiful Camano Island. The island is approximately 18 miles long, with a total area of nearly 40 square miles. It’s connected to the mainland via a bridge, so no ferry is needed. It’s a peaceful, bucolic place, and although it’s close to the city, you’ll feel miles away.

Kristoferson Farm is the location of Canopy Tours Northwest, the company that operates the zipline tours on the island. The 231-acre farm is 109 years old and is a six-generation family business dedicated to preserving the land and its abundant wildlife.

The zipline course opened in 2011 after the family looked at business ideas geared towards helping preserve and sustain the farm. One of those ideas was a canopy tour, as a few of the members had been on zipline tours while traveling and felt it was a good fit for the farm.

Canopy Tours Northwest boasts six ziplines, a log swinging bridge, two short trail walks, and a 47-foot final rope de- scent. The longest line is 657 feet, and the highest is about 60 feet above the ground.

Participants are escorted to the start of the course in style in a 1963 Unimog off-road vehicle. Known for their capabilities to handle a variety of terrains, these “beasts” can be found in jungles, mountains and deserts around the world, and are used by the military, firefighters, expedition campers, and others.

Our guides, Taylor and Patrick, made everyone feel comfortable, taking the time to explain the equipment and the different nuances for the various lines. They recommended positions to assume, such as the cannonball, to ensure ample speed to transfer you from one platform to another. And don’t worry if by some slim chance you don’t make it across, as the guides will pull you in, so you won’t be left dangling see STONE page 13 u

Volunteers can learn about the wide variety of programs and events that ECA offers, get to know the volunteer community, tour the theater, and explore how to join the ECA community.

Volunteers share their skills and love of the arts as they connect with people of all ages and backgrounds.

They do this in a supportive environment while interacting with diverse groups, knowing that they are helping to create unique experiences for thousands of patrons each year.

You can support Edmonds Center for the Arts through ushering, concessions, box office, administration, and special events. ECA provides all necessary training, and no experience is required.

If you have questions or would like to volunteer, contact ECA’s Patron Services Manager Nicole Giordano at 425-2759484 or nicole@e c4arts.org for more information, or the volunteer office at volunteer@ec4arts.org.

Aug.19

Sail-in Cinema

8:25 p.m. “Encanto” (PG). Free outdoor movie series overlooking the marina and Port Gardner Bay. Boxcar Park, Everett.

Aug. 20

Maplewood Community Party

12-3 p.m. Hot dogs and snacks, live music. Blessing of the pets at 1 p.m.; all pets properly restrained welcome. Maplewood Presbyterian Church, 19523 84th Ave. W, Edmonds.

Aug. 20-21

Fresh Paint

Saturday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Festival of artists at work. Over 100 booths, live entertainment, interactive art activities, glassblowing. Downtown Everett.

Aug. 25

Party in the Park

5-7 p.m. Mill Creek Sports Park, 13903 North Creek Drive, Mill Creek. Mill Creek Citizens Patrol, Everett Public Schools, Mill Creek Family YMCA, Tiny Art Face Painting, Kiwanis of Mill Creek.

Aug. 26

Back to School Resource Fair

4-7 p.m. Learn about support services and resources from Mukilteo School District departments and local community partnership organizations. This event is for all families who attend the Mukilteo School District. Interpreters will be available. Mariner High School, 200 120th St. SW, Everett.

Aug. 27

Sheriff’s Office Community Street Fair

11 a.m.-3 p.m. Bouncy house, foam party, touch-a-truck, SWAT bearcat, cotton candy, music, local non-profits, onsite family resources and more. 12600 block of 8th Avenue W, Everett.

Sculpture Walk

10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Walk the gardens, meet the sculptors, discover diverse works and watch artist demos. Evergreen Arboretum and Gardens, 145 Alverson Blvd, Everett.

Aug. 21

City Park concerts

3-4 p.m. Jazz Punishments. 600 Third Ave. S, Edmonds.

Aug. 23

Hazel Miller Plaza concerts

4:30-6 p.m. ADEFUA, African music. 203 Fifth Ave. S, Edmonds.

Aug. 25

Hazel Miller Plaza concerts

4:30-6 p.m. Wren the Band, soul and folk. 203 Fifth Ave. S, Edmonds.

Pet Parade

10:30 a.m. “Strut Your Mutt.” Dress your dog up and bring them for a free community event. Walk your dog down the red carpet in front of our panelists for a chance to win prizes. Be prepared to show proof of vaccination for your pup. Cogir parking area, 21500 72nd Ave. W, Edmonds.

Aug. 30

Kids Irish Dancing of the population isn’t as active as they should be.

5-5:30 p.m. (ages 3-5) and 5:45-6:30 p.m. (ages 6-10). Stop by the studio and explore this dance form. Register at https://bit.ly/3A6gEGv. Edmonds Masonic Temple, 515 Dayton St., Edmonds.

“Our population averages around 8%,” he said. “But honestly, it’s because of our schools. It’s no secret that Mukilteo has some of the best schools in the state. But the problem is that once our kids graduate, the parents leave.”

Overall, Saturday’s event brought the Mukilteo community together to learn more about Korean culture, which Moon is confident can be achieved.

“I see so many faces out there, and a lot of them aren’t Korean,” said Moon, who replaced Joe Marine’s vacant city council seat once he was elected mayor. “I can’t tell you how proud of our community I am.”

Restaurants donated traditional Korean food such as kimchee and bulgogi. Speakers included Marine and Police Chief Cheol Kang.

“This is the first time we have had a formal Korean American cultural appreciation type of event in the city, so it’s been fantastic,”

Sept. 9-11

Mukilteo Lighthouse Festival

Free admission. Food and drink vendors, entertainment, commercial and craft booths at Lighthouse Park. Info: www. mukfest.com.

Ongoing Art of the Garden

Through Aug. 27. The Schack Art Center features nearly 300 pieces by over 100 Pacific Northwest artists. 2921 Hoyt Ave., Everett (main gallery).

Sept. 10

Artists’ Garage Sale

9 a.m.-3 p.m. Schack Art Center, 2921 Hoyt Ave., Everett.

Sept. 11

Edmonds Classic Car Show

10 a.m.-4 p.m. 250-plus classic cars and motorcycles. Free for spectators. Downtown Edmonds.

Sept. 17-18

Edmonds Art Studio Tour

10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free self-guided annual studio tour. Map and participating artists at www.edmondsartstudiotour. com.

Sept. 22

Mukilteo Yacht Club

6:30 p.m. Come meet your new boating buddies. Both power and sail boaters are welcome. Milltown Sailing Association Clubhouse, 410 14th St. at the Port of Everett. www.mukilteoyachtclub.com.

Sept. 23-24

Edmonds Oktoberfest

Live music, food truck fare, activities in the designated Kids Korner, a 5K Fun Run/Walk, a Pet Parade and beer. Frances Anderson Field, between Seventh and Eighth on Main Street, Edmonds.

Kang said. “We’ve had all these great traditional demonstrations. And there’s the food. And for me, it’s a large part of the culture. When you break bread, it’s a fantastic way to start conversations and share experiences.”

The recently formed Mukilteo Korean Community Association, which has members of all ages, plans on scheduling more events in the future, according to one of its founders and 14-year Mukilteo resident Bob Kim, 85.

“Today is about celebrating our liberation from Japanese colonization on Aug. 15, 1945, which wouldn’t have been possible without America’s victory,” said an emotional Kim, a retired Western Washington University education professor.

“I am sorry I’m so emotional, but it’s important for us to acknowledge that our society takes care of each other. America is going through civil unrest and rising crime, but we must remember that we live in a great place. And not just Mukilteo, but all of America has embraced the Korean community.”

Underwater Photography

Now through October 27. Art show by Mary Bess Johnson. Artist reception on Thursday, August 18 from 6:30-8 p.m. Rosehill Community Center, 304 Lincoln Ave., Mukilteo.

Sea Notes at the Marina

5-8 p.m. Deep Sea Jazz Jam Sessions. Saturdays through Aug. 27. Mary Lou Block Public Plaza, 465 Admiral Way, Edmonds.

Pianos on Main

Sponsored by City of Mill Creek. See and hear three unique pianos throughout Mill Creek Town Center through Sept. 5. Edmonds Summer Market

9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays through Oct. 8 at Fifth Avenue North and Bell Street, Edmonds. Up to 90 family-owned vendors. Farmers grow and raise all the produce they bring to the market, while producers, artists, and crafters bring items they make.

Artists of Snohomish County

Through Dec. 31. Features 13 local artists. On display: acrylics, embroidery, watercolor, photography, metal print, glass mosaic. Lynnwood Convention Center, 3711 196th St. SW, Lynnwood. https://www.lynnwoodcc.com.

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