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The Island Caper
If you haven't explored Bellingham by water,
THIS CRUISE IS A MUST!
 Where
did Bellingham begin? What were those four towns that used to be here?
Who were some of the early characters in local history? How has the
bay changed and how do we use the exciting and vital resource today?
These are but a few of the questions answered in the popular Bellingham
Bay History Cruises.
The two hour and thirty minute sunset cruise is a great way for old
timers and newcomers alike to learn more about the place they live and
see the sites on the bay. The Bellingham Bay History Cruise is also
a wonderful way to introduce your summer visitors to the beautiful place
we live. The tour takes a close-up view of parks, businesses, industry
and neighborhoods from the water. It travels down waterways, past shipyards,
historic points of interest, fishing activities and the work and pleasure
boats, freighters and tugboats that are in the harbor. Harbor seals
and water birds are regularly seen. The trip makes a memorable evening.
 Cruise
tour guide is Richard Vanderway, Curator of Education at the
Whatcom Museum for nearly 30 years. He ties his knowledge of
local history with the up-to-date facts about bay activities on the
evening of the cruise. His narrative of history, trivia and current
events makes cruise guests feel they are becoming experts on their community
and have new understanding of the place they live or are visiting.
Bellingham Bay History Cruise guests travel on board the 110-foot Puget
Sound tour boat Island Caper and leave from
Squalicum Harbor near downtown Bellingham. Squalicum Harbor is the Port
of Bellingham's boat haven for almost 1500 fishing and pleasure boats.
The Island Caper has inside seating for over 100 passengers plus a covered
upper deck viewing area. It has two main deck onboard restrooms with
household toilets and many more amenities. See the Island
Caper page for more information about this fine vessel.
We are proud to join with the highly awarded and respected Whatcom Museum
of History and Art to offer these sunset cruises on Bellingham Bay.
Bellingham Bay History Cruises are a cooperative venture between the
Whatcom Museum of History and Art and Island Mariner Cruises to promote
community building and as a fundraiser for the Whatcom Museum.
Sunset over Bellingham Bay on The Harbor History Cruise
Schedule and Costs
*** Advanced ticket purchase is recommended as cruises
often sell out ***
2008 Bellingham Bay History Cruises:
Late June through August
Thursday evenings
6:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Island Mariner Dock, Squalicum Harbor, Bellingham, WA
Check back soon for the 2008 Schedule:
The cost is $25 per person for people of all ages.
Museum members
pay only $20.00 per person.
Tickets may be purchased by calling:
Whatcom Museum: (360) 676-6981
or
Island Mariner: (360) 734-8866 or Toll-Free 1-877-734-8866
How to Prepare
The calm, protected waters around the San Juan Islands offer excellent
boating throughout the year. However, the wise boater is always prepared.
Wear sensible, non-slip shoes, and bring a sweater, wind breaker, hat,
gloves, sunglasses, and suntan lotion. And you won't want to forget
your camera and binoculars.
Related Links
Whatcom Museum's web-site
Whatcom
Museum's Bellingham Bay History Cruise page
City of Bellingham
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"Dear Terry,
Thank you so much for your efforts in getting my family on your Whatcom County Historical water front tour for this season. Breathtaking, knowledgeable and fantastic are only a few words to describe your operation. I look forward to your Whale Watching!
Thank you again,"
-- Christa, Bellingham WA
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Bellingham Bay Harbor History Cruise
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