July, 2024

Northwest Washington

A Native American blessing is on a bench along the Birch Bay pathway. The pathway along the bay if very easy to traverse and family friendly.  The views are beautiful and if you’re looking to hit the beach and don’t want to pay for the day use fee at the state park then you might want to visit here. There are large areas of parking/access in central Birch Bay, but there are also smaller more private beaches located all the way from there down to the state park entrance.

A Hawiian blessing was left on a bench overlocking the International Peace Arch.  It is a 67-foot dramatic white arch that rises from the green lawns and flowering gardens on the U.S.-Canada border at Blaine. It is the iconic feature of this Washington Historical State Park, which is devoted to peace and serenity. Peace Arch is unique among parks because it consists of two parks in two countries. The southern half of the park is owned by Washington State Parks and the northern half is owned by British Columbia Parks.

July, 2023
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Northwest Washington

An Irish vessel was placed on a bench at the Blaine Pier that boasts 360-degree views of the Salish Sea and snow-capped Mount Baker, Blaine Harbor has many amenities, including a park with walking trails, a playground and a number of benches and picnic tables providing views of the area, including the Peace Arch at the American Canadian border.  It's a beautiful place to visit and the hike to the pier is relatively easy.

July, 2022
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Northwest Washington and Surry, B.C.

A fisherman vessel was placed on a rock at the entrance of Point Whitehorn Marine Park.  This is a fifty-four acre Marine Reserve located in Blaine, Washington.  A lovely forested moderate hiking trail leads to an overlook with glorious views of the Straight of Georgia and the San Juan islands.  There is a switchback path leading from the bluff to a beach, but the path down is a little steep.  This hike is a must for visitors to the area.  

Birch Bay State Park is the location of a Native American blessing contained in a bottle.  The bottle is located along a main path leading to the bay from the main picnic area.  Birch Bay State Park provides endless hiking and biking trails, along with camping a many other amenities.  Exploring the entire space with its glorious old growth trees and bay views is an unforgettable adventure.

White Rock, B.C. is a wonderful little city with hundreds of restaurants serving every type of food imaginable, along with beautiful parks and beaches.  We chose the boardwalk in White Rock to place an Irish blessing vessel when we decided to visit our all time favorite restaurant there, Cilantro Indian Cuisine.  It is just across the street from the Pier and Promenade, so and it was a logical next choice.  Moreover, we placed it on Canada Day.  Lots of folks were out celebrating and enjoying the lovely day, and we hope someone discovers the blessing and reports it on Canada's special day.