A look at Whatcom Parkscriptions Day in Birch Bay

On April 28, Recreation Northwest held its first annual Whatcom Parkscriptions Day. This new public health campaign allowed participants to attend any of 15-plus free, all-ages educational events in various Whatcom County and state parks.

The campaign was in partnership with community doctors and health care providers, who were encouraged to prescribe time outdoors to patients.

Though most events were in and around Bellingham, there was an event in Blaine at Peace Arch State Park. The “Walk with a Ranger” event allowed participants to learn about the history of the park and how park operations function in two countries.

There was also a disc golf demonstration at Lincoln Park.

Shown here are photos from the guided walk that took place in Birch Bay State Park on Sunday, April 28. Photos by Wayne Diaz.

Participants learned more about native plants and birds.

The walk started at the BP Heron Center and proceeded through Birch Bay State Park.

The conservation and nature tour was led by Pam Borso.