It’s hard to believe that we’re in the last week of July already. Summer is in full swing AND the weather is keeping cool on the coast. It’s not too late to work on your tan though! Visit the river for a freshwater swim, partake in the fabulous summer events lineups, or start a stay-cation with all that Humboldt has to offer.
SPECIAL EVENTS THIS WEEKEND
Friday, July 22nd
Huge car show, show and shine, burn out, artisans faire, tractor pull, movie night and more. It’s happening all weekend, throughout Fortuna, click the link to see the full list on their website.
LOST COAST KENNEL CLUB AGILITY TRIALS
Lost Coast Kennel Club presents four days of AKC-sanctioned agility trials, plus FCATs and a Barn Hunt. At the Humboldt County Fairgrounds all weekend. 707-786-9511
Saturday, July 23rd
KIWANIS OF FORTUNA PANCAKE BREAKFAST
7-11A – Bring the kids and enjoy pancakes, sausage, coffee, milk and orange juice. Benefits local scholarships and youth activities.
9A-12P – oin Redwood Region Audubon Society in partnership with a local guiding company, Kayak Trinidad, for an exciting morning viewing local seabirds from a kayak. On Saturday, July 23, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., we will ply the waters of Trinidad Bay with professional kayak guides seeking out Marbled Murrelets, Pigeon Guillemots, Common Murres, Black Oystercatchers, and more. All kayaks and gear are provided. Space is limited and reservations are required. Costs for this trip are $109 per person. Contact Andrew Orahoske at [email protected] to reserve a spot on this seabirding adventure
WIGI WETLANDS VOLUNTEER WORKDAY
9-11A – Help create bird-friendly native habitat and restore a section of the bay trail by removing invasive plants and trash. Meet in the parking lot directly behind Walmart. Tools, gloves and snacks provided. Bring your own drinking water. 214-605-7368
CRAFT FOR THE COAST TRASH ART SHOW
Join us from 10AM – 1PM at the Arcata Farmer’s Market to view the Craft for the Coast trash artwork! If you want to show your support for the art you can visit www.yournec.org/craft4coast and cast your vote for the People’s Choice Award. Craft for the Coast strives to bring awareness to marine debris issues and give litter a new life! We embrace the idea that art is activism and has the power to influence policy and change the way we deal with marine debris as a community.
9A-1P – That’s right, we have our own Ivy League in town and it’s not what you think. Instead of hitting the books hard to get that college degree, we are hitting the park hard to eradicate ivy from our beloved Redwood forest!
FOAM MARSH TOUR WITH PAUL JOHNSON
2P- Meet leader Paul Johnson in the lobby of the Interpretive Center for a 90-minute, rain-or-shine walk focusing on plants, ecology and/or overlooked aspects of the marsh
Huge car show, show and shine, burn out, artisans faire, tractor pull, movie night and more. It’s happening all weekend, throughout Fortuna, click the link to see the full list on their website.
LOST COAST KENNEL CLUB AGILITY TRIALS
Lost Coast Kennel Club presents four days of AKC-sanctioned agility trials, plus FCATs and a Barn Hunt. At the Humboldt County Fairgrounds all weekend. 707-786-9511
2-5P Disability pride props/photo booth, crafts, art show, film screenings, speakers, open mic. At Synapsis in Eureka.
Check-ins start at 9:30, even is 10A-2P – at Kimtu beach in Willow Creek. The event will consist of safety information, games, swim assessment, rapid swimming, raft float and free lunch. For people under 18 years old parent permission slips are required.
6-9P At the Eureka Municipal Auditorium. Skate/Roller blade rentals are available.
Sunday, July 24th and into the week ahead…
RIPARIAN RESTORATION AT FRESHWATER FARMS
10A-2P Help remove invasive plants along Freshwater Slough. Bring a water bottle, long pants/shirt, sunscreen, hat, closed-toed shoes and a jacket. Tools and lunch provided.
HONORING THE LOVE AND PAIN FOR THE WORLD
10A-12P – We will gather to Honor Our Love and Pain for the World. This will be equal parts sharing in circle, solo time on land, a simple grief ritual, and creating ecoart together. This is a FREE simple earth-based gathering and everyone is welcome. What to bring: Just your self, water and a snack. If you’d like, bring an item you’d like to temporary place on the centerpiece. Perhaps an item that symbolizes a loss or gratitude or something you are feeling about what is happening in the world and our relationship to Mother/Lover Earth.
1:30-7P – If you’re feeling like the world’s a bit too on fire for your taste, if you’re wanting some freetime, playtime, rest time, snack time, community time-then you’re invited to come hang out 🙂 Open to all. July 24th❣️ ✨Everything is free✨ free snacks, drinks, free-to-use hammocks, art supplies, games, books, etc. You’re welcome to bring shareables or just your sweet lil self! Look for the hammock pod and blankets and the girl with the big ol bowl of strawberries 🍓 Feel free to contact if you have any questions!
KIWANIS OF FORTUNA PANCAKE BREAKFAST
7-11A – Bring the kids and enjoy pancakes, sausage, coffee, milk and orange juice. Benefits local scholarships and youth activities.
Huge car show, show and shine, burn out, artisans faire, tractor pull, movie night and more. It’s happening all weekend, throughout Fortuna, click the link to see the full list on their website.
LOST COAST KENNEL CLUB AGILITY TRIALS
Lost Coast Kennel Club presents four days of AKC-sanctioned agility trials, plus FCATs and a Barn Hunt. At the Humboldt County Fairgrounds all weekend. 707-786-9511
DON’T FORGET TO EXPLORE THE HUGE WORMHOLE OF ACTIVITIES, EVENTS, PERFORMANCES AND OPPORTUNITIES IN THE LINKS BELOW – THERE’S DEFINITELY MORE TO DO…
LIVE MUSIC/ETC
If you’re ready to get out on the town – we went to extra lengths this week to be sure this list is complete! Tons of options, all weekend long to see a huge variety of music, comedy, open mics, outdoor venues, trivia and more.
JUST FOR KIDS
Right about now Summer can get a little antsy. There are so many amazing camps and local activities for our lucky kids. New camps are getting added weekly, so keep checking the list!
KIDS STUFF TO DO IN HUMBODLT – PLUS ULTIMATE SUMMER CAMP GUIDE
ONGOING EVENTS
With the continued opening up of community post pandemic, we’re seeing more and more classes and offerings. Many free activities and interesting ongoing event opportunities here.
STAY BUSY, LEARN A SKILL, MEET SOMEONE NEW!
VOLUNTEER/DONATE
Our amazing local non-profits are always hosting an array of events that benefit the people and land of our community. We’re lucky to have so many powerful and supportive groups that keep the backbone of Humboldt alive and well. Consider offering a few hours of your time, donating cash or goods or participating in a fundraiser for any number of our community organizations.
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