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GO OUTSI DE! FLY FISH IN G HOT SPOTS LI F E + C U LTU R E

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LIFESTYLE LETTER

Get Outside

April 2022 PUBLISHER

Caitlin Agnew | caitlin.agnew@citylifestyle.com EDITOR IAL COOR DINATOR

Taylor Robinson | taylor.robinson@citylifestyle.com

Growing up locally, my family did all of the quintessential PNW activities: backpacking, river rafting, hiking, fishing, boating, skiing, etc. While I savor the memories, I actually don’t participate in much of those outdoor activities anymore, and this issue was a little motivation to revisit some of them.

My dad actually contributed the fly fishing article this month (page 18), and is on the cover along with two of my nephews. I’m thinking maybe it’s time to put the waders on and join him this spring!

For our April issue, we wanted to share with you how some of our neighbors are getting out to explore locally. This issue also highlights diverse spots around town to discover, whether it is a restaurant with a great patio to enjoy, a fishing hole to take in nature and the surrounding scenery or a niche boutique hotel for a relaxing staycation—there is something for everyone.

We would love to hear from you about your favorite hidden gems in town and your go-to travel destinations, so drop us an email or share it with us on Facebook or Instagram.

Here is to a happy spring full of adventure!

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1: In partnership with Seattle Chinese Culture and Arts Association, The Bellevue Collection celebrated Lunar New Year with a virtual presentation - Lunar New Year Décor in Center Court 2: Seattle Shaolin Kungfu Academy Conducting Martial Arts Demonstration 3: Seattle Shaolin Kungfu Academy / International Lion Dance Group 4: Seattle Guzheng Academy Playing Guzheng as a Chinese Instrument 5: International Lion Dance Group 6: Hengda Dance Academy 7: Seattle Shaolin Kungfu Academy / International Lion Dance Group

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Celebrate the People & Places of Downtown Bellevue Join us for Downtown Forward, a social reception to celebrate the tremendous investments, innovations and partnerships taking place in Bellevue. Enjoy live music, creative appetizers & signature cocktails while connecting with influencers and city builders that make Downtown Bellevue special. Hear a keynote presentation from Margaret O’Mara. Placemaking Awards will also be presented. And, because it’s been a while since we’ve gathered, expect the evening will hold a few surprises!

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local experiences The best places and things to do in our area.

Explore the city for a weekend staycation full of adventure and relaxation. Enjoy the many hidden gems in our area without the need to travel that allow you to unwind and feel like you are on vacation right in your own city’s backyard.

Staycations HOTEL BELLEVUE: As the premier boutique hotel on Seattle’s East Side, the

Art Museum

Bellevue Club Hotel offers a luxury stay where guests live like locals with shopping, restaurants and other cultural venues just a town car ride away.

11200 Se 6th St Bellevue, WA SHOPS AT THE BR AVER N: The largest collection of luxury brands in one stylish Pacific Northwest destination. Featuring multiple designer stores to provide the ultimate shopping experience and exquisite dining for staycationers and tourists alike. 11111 Ne 8th St Bellevue, WA BELLEVUE AR TS MUSEUM: Provides a public forum for the community to contemplate, appreciate, and discuss visual culture. The Museum works with audiences, artists, makers, and designers to understand our shared experience of the world. 510 Bellevue Way Ne Bellevue, WA THE GOLF CLUB AT NEWCASTLE: Featuring 36 holes of championship golf, Newcastle’s captivating views, first-class amenities and unparalleled standard of service are all designed to provide a unique experience for guests.

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John Agnew teaching his grandkids to fly fish.

Get Hooked on these Fly Fishing Locations for All Ages and Skill Levels ARTICLE BY JOHN AGNEW | PHOTOGRAPHY BY KARA MERCER The lure of the outdoors in Pacific Northwest spring and summer is irresistible. One of the best contexts for getting ‘out there’ can be fishing. Truly, introducing kids/grandkids to this great past time can lead to some real magic. Imagine building years of memories of times together on the plentiful lake, river, stream, and salt water fisheries just a short drive from Bellevue.

You don’t need to be an expert to get started, you can be on the water in no time! We are rich in accessible fisheries. For short outings with the kids in the early stages, try one of the many juvenile only fishing holes right close by: 1. The Middle Fork of the Snoqualmie River is accessible, beautiful, easily waded, and can be very productive. For more info,

visit: unaccomplishedangler.com/tag/middle-fork-snoqualmieriver-fly-fishing/ 2. Rattlesnake Lake is best fished from some sort of small boat or raft. It too is beautiful and we’ve had some wonderful evenings full of fish. For more info, visit: flyfishsnoqualmie.com/2010/04/ rattlesnake-lake-report-and-controversy.html 3. Try a guided fly fishing trip. Talk to the gang at Red’s on the Yakima River. They will set you up with an experienced guide for beginners. Spending a day with an expert, picking flies, tying knots, casting and getting coaching on the spot really shortens the learning curve. For more info, visit: redsflyfishing.com AP R I L 2 0 2 2 | C I TYL I FE STYL E . C OM / BE L L E V UE

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HOBBY: I have been building and flying radio-controlled airplanes since the age of seven.

HOW DID YOU DISCOVER THIS PASSION AND WHAT IS THE BEST PART? I’ve always been drawn to aviation, physics and the consistency of aerodynamics. My curiosity led me to build my first radio-controlled airplane.

DESCRIBE A FAVORITE ACCOMPLISHMENT AND FUTURE GOAL. In 2014 the Foamy Flyers RC Club in Sri Lanka held their first competition and I placed first in the glider endurance and speed portion. A goal of mine is to compete in the freestyle portion of the TAS (Tucson Aerobatic Shootout) competition.

WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU SHARE WITH READERS INTERESTED IN LEARNING TO DO WHAT YOU DO? Start with small, light airplanes. Flitetest.com has the best beginner series on everything you need to know. I also teach classes on building and flying RC planes, so feel free to connect with me as well.

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VIVIAN HSU DAY JOB: City of Bellevue and Vivian Hsu Photography HOBBY: My adventure is exploring the beautiful Pacific Northwest with Coco, my 5-year old Pembroke Welsh Corgi.

We have spent the last five years kayaking, hiking, and taking long walks on the beach. My fiancé Garrett is the biggest supporter of my deep wanderlust. He will take time off to adventure with me, but also fully understands when I need to jump in the car and drive off on my solo journeys.

HOW DID YOU DISCOVER THIS PASSION? This passion was discovered when, as a busy professional, I found that I could take Coco anywhere. She may have short legs, but she will wander endlessly with her humans!

TELL US ABOUT YOUR FUTURE GOALS. It would be fun to get a sidecar for my scooter and scoot around with Coco by my side. Maybe you’ll see us puttering around town like that one day.

WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU SHARE WITH READERS INTERESTED IN LEARNING TO DO WHAT YOU DO? Get your doggo a life jacket and take them out on your watercraft this summer. =)

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CHRISTIAN ALEXANDER LEE DAY JOB: 3rd grade student at Medina Elementary HOBBY: I’ve been racing since 2019, and started at K1 Speed. I hold the Junior track record at K1 Speed (19.163 sec), and I currently race in the ICP cup (PNW karting regional series) with my Nitro Kart in the LO206 class and my ItalKart in the Tag Cadet class.

WHY ARE YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT YOUR ADVENTURE? WHAT IS THE BEST PART? I love speed, and more speed. The fastest I’ve gone is 59.8 mph, and without a seatbelt! I’m hyped up when I’m racing on the track, and feel free from the rest of the world. I feel like I’m in my own dimension.

DESCRIBE YOUR GREATEST ACHIEVEMENT AND TELL US ABOUT YOUR FUTURE GOALS. I qualified 3rd in the one of the ICP cup races. I wish to be an F1 driver.

WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU SHARE WITH READERS INTERESTED IN LEARNING TO DO WHAT YOU DO? Practice, just practice. PSGKA is a fun, up and down race track. I was so excited for my first PSGKA race that I woke up at 6:30 in the morning.

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SLEEP AMONG THE TREES Experience a Nostalgic Source of Comfort and Solitude: The Treehouse ARTICLE BY CAITLIN AGNEW | PHOTOGRAPHY BY JOSH HEBERT

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The Trillium roosts 16 feet high in a tremendous cedar tree.

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The Temple of the Blue Moon was the first treehouse built on the property

Looking to get away to the great outdoors without roughing it too much? Only 20 miles from the Eastside, just outside Fall City, TreeHouse Point offers an easy escape from the city with a unique twist on glamping. Pick from seven unique modern treehouses that feel more like luxury bungalows than kid hangouts. In fact, no kids are allowed at TreeHouse Point. These playhouses for grownups provide an intimate getaway for couples, where guests are encouraged to un-plug, relax in solitude, and enjoy the surrounding beauty. As seen on the popular TV series “Treehouse Masters,” Nelson Treehouse & Supply built and designed Washington’s first treehouse bed and breakfast. Each tree house has its own unique design and charm. All are fully furnished, with heating and electric, glass windows, and foam insulation in the roof and under the floor.

Spend the day enjoying the outdoors, as TreeHouse Point is conveniently located near plenty of hiking, summer and winter activities.

TreeHouse Point offers guided treehouse tours, lodging, weddings and elopements, and accommodation for meetings.

Whether your goal is a quiet getaway for two or a life celebration with friends and family, TreeHouse Point is an unqique and nostalgic lodging option. For more info visit treehousepoint.com.

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Mayor Lynne Robinson riding on Eastrail

AN UPDATE FROM MAYOR LYNNE ROBINSON

ARTICLE BY MAYOR LYNNE ROBINSON

When I was working as a homecare physical therapist, I was always looking for ways to get to my patients’ homes without driving a car. Soon, the Eastside will have many more options for walking and cycling. Right now, work is moving forward on two regional trail connections: the Mountains to Sound Greenway and Eastrail. These safe, protected- trails contribute to our great neighborhoods and robust economy. Every company that hires active individuals is interested in multi-modal opportunities in Bellevue.

On Jan. 7, city, state and federal leaders marked the completion of the latest Mountains to Sound Greenway segment in Bellevue’s Factoria neighborhood. The new pedestrian and bicycle extension, which parallels Interstate 90, makes it safer and more convenient for people to walk, ride and roll through Bellevue’s busy Factoria neighborhood. This segment extends the trail from 132nd Avenue Southeast to 142nd Place Southeast and a previous segment, from I-405 to 132nd Avenue Southeast, was completed in early 2021.

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Mayor Lynne Robinson riding on Eastrail

“We know that residents want to see amenities, activities, public art and performance space along the trail, as well as trees and vegetation with areas for seating and shade.”

Together, the 1.2-mile city construction project, valued at $27 million, fulfills a significant portion of the trail that runs east-west through Bellevue. Design and construction funding to complete the trail within Bellevue is not yet secured, but once that happens and the entire trail is complete, I’ll be ready for a weekend ride from here to Ellensburg, through the Mountains to Sound Greenway National Heritage Area.

Information on the Bellevue trail construction projects is available at BellevueWA.gov/mts-greenway.

Our second regional trail connection, Eastrail, is a northsouth multi-purpose path along a former railroad grade stretching 42 miles from Renton to Snohomish. Several sections, including portions along the seven miles of trail through Bellevue, are already completed. Recent business investments in the project, including $2.5 million from Facebook, Kaiser Permanente and R.E.I., plus a $7.5 million grant from Amazon to develop the trail over the historic Wilburton Trestle, have provided the funding necessary to complete key segments of the trail in Bellevue by 2024.

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The stretch of Eastrail through Bellevue will be the most urban part of the trail corridor. It will include a section in the Wilburton area, a commercial district adjacent to Downtown Bellevue, that is slated for future redevelopment. This presents a unique opportunity to integrate Eastrail into the neighborhood and create a sense of place between the trail, public space and access points to private buildings and businesses.

We know that residents want to see amenities, activities, public art and performance space along the trail, as well as trees and vegetation with areas for seating and shade. The city will continue to gather public input and collaborate with business partners and other stakeholders as King County, the trail owner, develops the framework plan.

In 2024, we expect to see these north-south and eastwest pedestrian and bike trail networks intersecting in Bellevue. This will allow safe, protected and fun routes to commute, recreate and exercise. I hope you will join me!

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The Family that E x p l o r e s To g e t h e r Eleanor Knight, then 15, hunkers down from the wind with her siblings, Tilly Jane, 13, and Ivan, 11, atop Kodiak Island’s 2,073-foot Barometer Mountain.

Christian Knight rows his family through the Colorado River while on an 18-day, 225-mile whitewater journey through the Grand Canyon

Adventures on Film: Starring Dad Christian Knight, Mom Veronica, and Kids Eleanor, Tilly Jane, and Ivan.

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Christian Knight helps his daughter Eleanor, then 8, refine her forward-stroke technique while on a family kayaking run down a beginner section of the Skykomish

HOW DID YOU DECIDE TO CREATE OVER 30 SHORT FILMS CHRONICLING YOUR FAMILY’S ADVENTURES? Originally, my motivation was knowing that when I’m old I’ll be crying playing these films on a loop and they’ll be my most valuable possessions. The act of filmmaking forces me to take in the entire experience: lighting, dialogue, scenery. It’s hard and consuming, but when I’m done I feel like I’ve created something.

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Ivan, then 10, ‘spreads the eagle’ on Stevens Pass’ biggest jump.

The four Skilogadod contestants also competed for the biggest air during the 2020-2021 season.

Tilly Jane, then 11, and Ivan, then 9, pause after a hike into the Stevens Pass side-country.

WHAT INSPIRED YOUR FAMILY TO DO ALL OF THE OUTDOOR SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES YOU DO? When I was dating my now-wife, I described the kind of life I wanted for my future family. My description was full of waterfalls, mountains and rock walls. She loved the same things but eventually I realized that our understandings of those places were different. I saw them as arenas to achieve mastery and work through mental, emotional and physical barriers. Veronica pursued them as a way to explore and experience something new.

WHAT IS A FAVORITE OUTDOOR MEMORY FOR YOUR FAMILY? Our first overnight sea kayaking trip to a tiny island in the San Juans. We had three sea kayaks and too much gear for a single trip. I raced 45 minutes to the island to drop off our gear, then returned to pick up Tilly Jane who was six at the time and Ivan, four. I put them in my kayak and Eleanor, eight, and Veronica each paddled their own. We explored the island that day and the next before returning to Orcas Island to take the ferry back, but we barely missed it and had to wait hours for the next one. Initially we were bummed, but Veronica and I drank beers on the dock and the children and I danced to Ingrid Michaelson playing out of a cell phone speaker. After dark we played hide-and-seek in the park until the ferry arrived.

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Tilly Jane, then 11, o ​ n a one-day, 20-mile journey through the Enchantments.

Christian Knight​featured the hike on YouTube titled “Oh, the Places You'll Go!"

ANY PLANS FOR THE NEXT BIG ADVENTURE? I’ve got two for which we’ve been preparing: the first is a three-week whitewater kayaking trip to Ecuador, hopefully before Eleanor graduates from high school. The other adventure is the 1,000-mile Inside Passage, from Skagway, Alaska to Houghton Beach in Kirkland. I just can’t imagine a more fulfilling experience as a father.

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events A curated selection of the most intriguing upcoming events in our area.

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Experience Betz!

13244 WOODIN VILLE-R EDMON D R OA D NE , WO O DI NV I L L E , WA 9 8 0 7 2 | 1 2:0 0 P M Treat your someone special to a tasting of 5 prestigious wines from Betz Family Winery. Your tasting will be hosted by one of our Wine Educators, who will walk you through each of the wines, helping you discover the nuances in flavor and aromas. This is a fun and educational event designed especially for you! For more information visit betzfamilywinery.com/.

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First Free Class at TruFusion

T RUFUS ION - LIN COLN S QUARE S O UT H L E V E L 2 Experience the exciting and wide range of classes that TruFusion has to offer. With 9+ modalities and 40+ classes, you'll never get bored. Redeem your first class free and come see all that TruFusion has to offer. Offer valid for new guests only.

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Beat the Bunny 5k

REDMON D CITY HALL CAMPUS - 1 5 6 7 0 NE 8 5T H ST, R E DMO ND, WA 9 8 0 5 2 | 9 :30 A M Join us for our annual Beat the Bunny 5K race, a fun, family-friendly event! Whether you plan to run, walk, stroll, hop, or beat the bunny, you'll win a prize. The race also includes a FREE kids' dash at 9:30am, prior to the start of the 5K race at 10am.

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Drive-Thru Easter Celebration

CROS S R OADS BELLEVUE - 15 6 0 0 NE 8T H ST B E L L E V UE , WA 9 8 0 0 8 | 1 2:0 0 P M Join us for a safe and fun Easter Celebration at Crossroads Bellevue! Drive through and pick up a pre-packaged Easter goody bag from the safety of your car. Goody bags are for ages 12 and under only. Advanced registration is required to attend this event. Please be prepared to show your registration confirmation when arriving. We hope to see you there!

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Knitting Live! By VogueKnitting

MEY DEN BAUER CEN TER | 7:00 A M Vogue Knitting LIVE is a one-of-a-kind, experiential knitting event featuring inspirational hand-knitting classes, a high-end shopping experience, knit-couture fashion shows, knit art gallery, and more to engage and inspire every knitter. Take master-level hand-knitting workshops on fit and shaping, pattern writing, lace, socks, and more. For more information and registration visit vogueknittinglive.com .

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Anacortes Uncorked: Wine & Food Experience

H ISTORIC PORT TRAN S IT S HE D | 1 2:0 0 P M Anacortes Uncorked, Wine & Food Experience is a wine and food pairing infused with effervescence, coastal charm, and of course, delicious wine from all across the Pacific Northwest, and hors d’oeuvres from local favorites . Grab your friends, choose a time slot, and let your taste buds lead the way! For tickets visit anacortes. org/event/anacortes-wine-festival .

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Washington State Fair 2022

110 9TH AVE S W, PUYALLUP, WA 9 8 37 1 Washington's Biggest Celebration of Spring! We're so excited to bring The Spring Fair back - this time for two weekends! Join us for all your Fair favorites like great entertainment, yummy Fair food, wild rides, adorable animals and more! Visit thefair.com/spring-fair/ for tickets and more information.

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Pacific Northwest Ballet Presents "Swan Lake"

MCCAW HALL - 321 MERCE R ST, S E AT T L E , WA 9 8 1 0 9 | 7 :30 P M PNB’s triumphant return to the stage wouldn’t be complete without Kent Stowell’s Swan Lake. Every element of this production is carefully crafted to keep you on the edge of your seat, from the masterful choreography and stunning costumes to the undeniably iconic score. Most captivating of all? The story at the ballet’s heart: a classic tale of good versus evil, temptation, tragedy, and love of the highest order. Visit order.pnb.org/swan-lake to purchase tickets.

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Free State Park Access on Earth Day!

WAS HIN GTON STATE PARK S Earth day is always free at all Washington State Parks and Bellevue is home to some incredible State Parks right in our neighborhoods for you to enjoy. Explore these four State Parks near Bellevue on April 22nd: Lake Sammamish State Park, Bridle Trails State Park, Squak Mountain State Park, and Saint Edward State Park.

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SUITE SERVES UP A SWEET SPIN ON A CLASSIC MARTINI

SUITE Restaurant and Lounge is an awardwinning restaurant and popular nightspot situated in the heart of Bellevue’s shopping district and is conveniently located on the lobby level of the Wintergarden in the Hyatt Regency Hotel. Enjoy Happy Hour and drinks on their indoor Wintergarden patio, or beautiful white themed outdoor patio.

HAKU LYCHEE MARTINI ingredients: • 2 oz. HAKU® Japanese Craft Vodka • 1 oz. house made lychee simple syrup

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