Outdoor

Youth Activities

• Backpacking
• Hiking
• Climbing
• Sailing
• Kayaking
• Canoeing
• Standup Paddle Board
• Mountain Biking
• Snow Adventure

Youth Outdoor Offerings & Sign Up

Adult Activities

• Backpacking
• Hiking
• Discovery Walks
• Sailing
• Kayaking
• Canoeing
• Standup Paddle Board
• Mountain Biking
• Snow Adventure

Adult Outdoor Offerings & Sign Up

Outdoor Gear Rental

Want to participate but don’t have the gear? Don’t worry we have you covered with our Outdoor Gearbank! For more information contact, Outdoor Program Manager, Stacey Stoner at staceys@biparks.org or call 206-883-5768.

Volunteer

Volunteering with the Outdoor Programs can be very rewarding. See new sights, learn new skills, make new friends, and build your experience helping with youth backpacking trips, adult kayaking classes, family bike rides, and more. We seek enthusiastic, passionate people who want to share their experience, knowledge, and talents with program participants.

Volunteer Duties

Often, volunteers serve as assistant instructors during programs and trips. Assistant instructors typically carry a spare group medical kit and extra supplies, act as sweepers, assist in any field instruction, do head counts, help participants adjust their equipment, and any other minor issues. The goal is to ensure everyone has a safe and enjoyable time in the program.

There is no cost to the volunteer to participate in a program. The Outdoor Programs will cover any preplanned expenses such as travel, equipment rental, and lift ticket.

If you are interested in volunteering, please get in touch with Stacey Stoner, Outdoor Programs Manager, at staceys@biparks.org.

Financial Assistance

The Park District partners with Helpline House to make participation in our programs accessible to island residents with limited resources. To learn more, visit Recreation Policies and Information or contact Helpline House at 206-842-7621.

Inclusion / Accessibility Services

The Park District remains committed to providing inclusive recreational opportunities and supporting members of our community with special needs. The District requests at least two weeks’ notice before the first activity meeting to determine whether reasonable accommodation is possible. Although the District will make every reasonable effort to meet your needs, only some accommodation requests can be granted.

To inquire about inclusion services or request additional support, please contact info@biparks.org.