Chris and AJ are taking a few weeks off after 5 years and 200 episodes.

Bellingham Podcast

Post 200 Station-Break

Thank you for supporting this show for 5 years, and now 200 episodes. For this summit of an episode, we recorded live from the top of the Whatcom famous Oyster Dome.

Ep. 200 "Summit" [recorded from the Oyster Dome]

Station Break and teaser for Episode 200

Ep. 199 "PPE or Post-Pandemic-EDC" Part 2 #EDC #watchfam

Ep. 198 "PPE or Post-Pandemic-EDC" Part 1 #EDC

The last on of our mini series of post-pandemic life and getting back in to Bellingham!Scenario: You’re in town on business, attending a conference, or are visiting family/friends. You have heard lots of good things about the city by the Salish Sea...and you’ve listened to AJ & Chris’ previous episodes in this series, and you still want more... *Now what?*Community Food Co-op - Healthy food, and some souvenir hats and other items of BellinghamEdaleen Dairy in Fairhaven - When you need a voluminous scoop of ice creamChocolate Necessities - if you are looking for the best dairy free chocolate ice-cream in town https://chocolatenecessities.com/Stimpson Nature Reserve https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/stimpson-nature-reserve Eclipse Bookstore in Fairhaven - When you want to get lost in a bookstore full of hidden gemsSandalwood Spa on Magnolia - When you want to pamper yourselfSeifert & Jones Wine Merchants on Champion and Bay - When you want the perfect bottle of wineStill Life Massage and Float at the Bellwether area - When you want a unique relaxation experienceElizabeth Station on Holly Street - When you want to experience decision fatigue in selecting a beer or cider7 Spices Cafe - https://www.facebook.com/SevenSpiceCafe Ruckus Room - https://www.ruckusbham.com/

Ep. 197 "Comfy in Bellingham " #WelcomeBackToBellingham Series Finale

Scenario: You’re in town on business, attending a conference, or are visiting family/friends. You have heard lots of good things about the city by the Salish Sea...but now you want to see what Whatcom has to offer *Now what?**Acme* (Wile E Coyote would love it)* Acme Diner/ Ice Cream* Lake Whatcom Railway “Northern Pacific steam locomotive that operated in every decade of the twentieth century.” https://www.lakewhatcomrailway.com/ * Volunteers workin on opening more track access https://www.facebook.com/LakeWhatcomRailway/ *Mount Baker** Bagley Lake (Kid/Family friendly)* Chain Lakes (Big kid/ adveture family firendly)* Table Mountain (NOT for one who is afraid of heights)* Twin Lakes Winchester Mt. (beginner mountain goat’n)*Highway 20* aka North Cascades Highway aka The Cascade Loop https://www.cascadeloop.com/ * Newhalem and Diablo * Learn about Wa hydro electric technology and history* North Cascade Institute * Skagit Tours https://ncascades.org/signup/programs/skagit-tours

Ep. 196 "Wandering in Whatcom County Part 2" #WelcomeBackToBellingham Series

Housekeeping.Clarification courtesy of the lovely Sarah Hutton @ Village Books“Hey AJ and Chris, I've loved listening to the Back to Bham themed series. I've got a list of new places to try! Quick note of clarification - Evolve is still with us on the mezzanine level as well as at their space at the Hotel Leo. Two opportunities for deliciousness! Hopefully we'll see you soon in the stacks! ”Also, a bit thank you and shout out to Brenna, who gave me the TL;DR of Amendment 21, it is great food and top shelf drinks especially if you are a gin fan. AJ back on the Zulu Time Podcast (Ep. 47) https://www.ajbarse.com/zulu-time-podcast-ep-47/ Scenario: You’re in town on business, attending a conference, or are visiting family/friends. You have heard lots of good things about the city by the Salish Sea...but now you want to see what Whatcom has to offer *Now what?**Bellingham, Washington - Lady Washington ** August 12 – August 16 https://historicalseaport.org/tickets/ *Blaine* * August= Pirate Daze https://blainebythesea.com/events/pirate-daze/ * Lady Washington Aug 19 - 22*Semiahmoo** Origin “ The Semiahmoo are more closely related to the Lummi (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lummi) and Samish (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samish) peoples south of the international border, and to the Lekwammen (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Songhees) and T'sou-ke (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/T%27sou-ke) peoples across the Strait of Georgia, than they are to the Halkomelem-speaking Sto:lo (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sto:lo) of the Fraser Valley (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fraser_Valley) and of the Fraser's delta to the north of themselves, the Musqueam (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Musqueam).” * Live Music - “enjoy beachside performances by local artists with a stunning ocean backdrop. Friday – Saturday from 6 pm to 9 pm or Sundays from 4 pm to 7 pm.” * UNCORKED: WINEMAKER DINNER SERIES - *Seating is limited. Reservations are required* * *Upcoming Dinners* * Friday, October 15 – Sleight of Hand Cellars (https://resy.com/cities/vanc/venues/packers-kitchen-and-bar/events/uncorked-sleight-of-hands-winemaker-dinner-2021-10-15?date=2021-01-12&seats=2) * Friday, November 12 – Mark Ryan Winery (https://resy.com/cities/vanc/venues/packers-kitchen-and-bar/events/uncorked-mark-ryan-winemaker-dinner-2021-11-12?date=2021-01-12&seats=2) * Friday, December 17 – Long Shadows Vintners (https://resy.com/cities/vanc/venues/packers-kitchen-and-bar/events/uncorked-long-shadows-winemaker-dinner-2021-12-17?date=2021-01-12&seats=2)*Birch Bay Waterslides** https://www.birchbaywaterslides.net/ * Opening day of the 2021 summer season will be WEDNESDAY, JUNE 30TH, the 38th year of operations at the Birch Bay Waterslides. $23 for day pass, less for toddlers, senior sliders AND $5 for senior viewers---Stay tuned for part II---The Quality Assurance, of a Secret Weapon *AJ’s Secret Weapon ** Bellingham Reddit https://www.reddit.com/r/Bellingham/ * Whatcom Reddit https://www.reddit.com/r/Whatcom/ *Chris’ Secret Weapon** Libredd.it (http://libredd.it/) - All the Reddit goodness without the tracking - https://libredd.it/r/bellingham+whatcom

Ep. 195 "Wandering in Whatcom County Part 1" #WelcomeBackToBellingham Series

Scenario: You’re in town on business, attending a conference, or are visiting family/friends. You have heard lots of good things about the city by the Salish Sea...and want to check out the downtown scene. *Now what?**Waypoint Park / Grainary** Belllingham yoga collective * SconeGrown vegan bakery* BlackFern - coffee wine* Artivim Mead Company.*Bay Street** Black noise records* Geheim gallery. Contemporary art gallery * Near Black Sheep * Jack's Bar * 10 barrel brewing * Lorikeet Bar*Bellingham Parkade on Commercial Street** Holly’s Pies* (Brandywine - Temporarily closed for fire damage - early August reopening?)*(Triangle?) Corner of Magnolia and Champion** Black Drop Coffee - old Rook and Rogue looks cool*Mount Baker Theater** Snowyriver Cocktail Company - old The Table *Cornwall Avenue** Chuckanut Bay Distillery.* Are you my human dog rescue and lounge - near Wild OatBakery & Cafe* Near Hotel Leo * Northwest Corner Goods - by Kevin Misiuda and Brad Lockhart * Evolve - Chocolate Espresso and Provisions * Amendment 21 bar - inside The Leopold*Alley by Bellingham Farmers Market by Maple, Railroad, and State streets** Champlain guitars - “full repair service from restrings and setups....new and vintage guitars”*State Street** Comrade - temporarily closed. Scheduled to reopen on August 1. “Comrade is the little sibling next door to Carnal, specializing in smash-burgers and spicy fried chicken sandwiches all with house-made condiments."* Carnal - “Wood fired meats, seafood and vegetables from Michelin star cooks.” "Outdoor dining on 13 table garden patio now available as well as indoor. Takeout/delivery"*Holly Street* * Juxt tap room - old Teriyaki Bar * Endgame - Mini Rook & Rogue* Locust - new wine bar

Ep. 194 "Getting to know the new downtown" #WelcomeBackToBellingham Series

Bonus: Teaser for Ep 194 of the "Welcome Back to Bellingham series"

Mountains before drinks: AJ's climb of Mt. Saint Helens https://youtu.be/Exwd3_LVwvE Ed Viesturs - https://tinyurl.com/n2e5fx98For this Episode: Scenario: You’re in town on business, attending a conference, or are visiting family/friends. You have heard lots of good things about the city by the Salish Sea...and you’re thirsty. *Now what?*Drink’n activitiesThe usual locations:* Boundary Bay Brewery & Bistro* Kulshan Brewing Company* Aslan Brewing Company* Twin Sisters Brewing Company*Beer** Stemma Brewing Company - https://goo.gl/maps/VoDV2hnnYNHAz1Qs8* Archer’s Ale House - https://goo.gl/maps/oP8VDw4DAEY6C1yT8*Cider** Bellingham Cider Company - https://goo.gl/maps/o7vzVWmJgMyBNPfu7*Cocktails * Rock & Rye Oyster House - https://goo.gl/maps/i2vN6jmd5jpZUs2A8* Le Chat Noir (The Black Cat) - https://g.page/blackcatbellingham?share*Kombucha** Kombucha Town* Leif’s Tea: Leif’s Tea is jun, a bubbly probiotic tea made from organic green tea, herbs, and raw honey. Available at the @bhamfarmersmkt (https://www.instagram.com/bhamfarmersmkt/)*Coffee** Caffe Adagio - https://goo.gl/maps/2Bw7xz1r3hnwHQMp6* Camber - https://goo.gl/maps/xK5vgJUqVCZr335K6*Tea** Makeworth Market - https://goo.gl/maps/dqrfSBYjuMtfhcCp8* Wonderland Teas (to bring home) * The Abbey Garden Tea Room closes permanently - https://www.bellinghamherald.com/news/business/article237684009.html*A Quiet Place* * Harborside Bistro at the Bellwether - https://goo.gl/maps/YAReRrDpjvTGPyJ96* Cafe Baby Greens https://goo.gl/maps/hjdBcFjKtDWjaXR5A*The Scene** Goods Local Brews - https://goo.gl/maps/WX2EnCdp2qXFNybS8* Schweinhaus Biergarten https://g.page/schweinhaus?share*AJ’s Secret Weapon for liquid refreshment* Cafe Velo https://goo.gl/maps/cAnoSG6Fs8xRJkzy8*Chris’ Secret Weapon...when he needs a drank* The Blue Abode in Barkley Village - https://goo.gl/maps/oEoNmZR3HfJ5hekN9

Ep. 193 "Getting a drink In Bellingham" #WelcomeBackToBellingham Series

Ep 192 - Welcome (Back) to Bellingham Part 2 - Get a bite to eatFor the week of June 13, 2021Scenario: You’re in town on business, attending a conference, or are visiting family/friends. You have heard lots of good things about the city by the Salish Sea...and you’re hungry. *Now what?*Grub’n activities*Breakfast** Magdalena’s Bistro and Creperie - https://goo.gl/maps/mibWkKDvmGL4hGQA8* HomeSkillet - https://goo.gl/maps/WcsVXjKCZcpLFr7t6*Lunch** The Wild Oat Bakery and Cafe (Vegan) - https://goo.gl/maps/EtDgxLxmh3cB62MH9* Just Poke - https://goo.gl/maps/XRTKbF8MBxgaXQ848*Dinner* * Black Sheep - https://goo.gl/maps/qWFvYRnLEqhAjTfo7* Milano’s Italian Restaurant - https://goo.gl/maps/qzL7XwfHMiXuCacF8*To Go** Hana Teriyaki - https://goo.gl/maps/k9oFhCCmbwjrhAST8* The Filling Station, Sunnyland - https://goo.gl/maps/e7Vx9UNKNy5bU8LAA *Fine Dining** Keenan’s at the Pier - https://goo.gl/maps/rxvvG8j3VVSnup939* Storia Cucina - https://goo.gl/maps/DyhbEruFmKveN4YM8*Pizza** Ovn Wood Fired Pizza - https://goo.gl/maps/7CH2ngJ1f564iwzD9* La Fiamma Wood Fire Pizza - https://goo.gl/maps/MrNFAsJx8jk8UnUW6*Drinkery* * Aslan Depot: Barrels and Blending - https://goo.gl/maps/HtUR3Ysa4AE1QUEb7* Twin Sisters Brewing Company - https://goo.gl/maps/8zuHEewjFnGEi96g9*Junk Food** Pure Bliss Desserts - https://goo.gl/maps/gXHvXtxg9TQLbzaEA* LaFeens Family Pride Donuts and Ice Cream - https://goo.gl/maps/gXHvXtxg9TQLbzaEA * Westcoast Pops - https://www.westcoastpops.com/ (https://goo.gl/maps/5vy1Dy3HsMVuL2so8)*AJ’s Secret Weapon for Bellingham Food** Secret Sauce: EL FUEGO https://elfuegosauce.com/ ...break a sweat but thank me later. *Chris’ Secret Weapon for Bellingham Food’** Call 360-647-2666 (tel:3606472666) (647-BOOM) 20 minutes before you arrive at Boomers Drive-In: https://goo.gl/maps/n7tz9pSTUAvNuQax5. Order a Big Boom with Waffle Fries and a soda/drink/milkshake of your choice. Thank me later.Quality Assurance*AJ: Milano’s to take over the ol Fish and Chips bus:* *https://www.facebook.com/milanosfairhaven/posts/4098676573488415* (https://www.facebook.com/milanosfairhaven/posts/4098676573488415) **

Ep. 192 "Dining Out In Bellingham" #WelcomeBackToBellingham Series

Welcome (Back) to Bellingham Part 1 - Get OutsideFor the week of June 6, 2021Scenario: You’re in town on business, or a conference, or have heard lots of good things about the city by the Salish Sea. You’ve checked into your AirBNB or your hotel room and unpacked your bags. *Now what?*Basic Bellingham FundamentalsEverything in Bellingham is accessible via Interstate 5, exits 250 to 258. Highway traffic (during this COVID era) mostly flows normally, even during rush hour. But when there is a stalled vehicle or an accident on the side of the road, traffic can be backed up for miles. Check your maps app for RED before using the highway.The main arterial roads off I-5 exits in Bellingham are, from south to north:Old Fairhaven ParkwaySamish WayLakeway DriveJames StreetSunset DriveMeridian StreetNorthwest AvenueBakerview DriveOutdoor activities*Take a walk* * Taylor Dock walk to Boulevard Park - https://goo.gl/maps/xyDenVRvgFiMg7DT8* Big Rock Garden - https://goo.gl/maps/mgd6w3MKkVVjiAr28*Take a hike* * Stimson Family Nature Reserve - https://goo.gl/maps/xnaX9V1Uau7kvTar5* Oyster Dome Trailhead - https://goo.gl/maps/NdqVgQSReEHH8iT77 *Take a dip* * Lake Padden Park - https://goo.gl/maps/Kp1Q94pK47PFEpzg9* Lake Whatcom, Bloedel Donovan Park - https://goo.gl/maps/m9B1dpBXkx3tBpa99 *Take a breath** Zuanich Point Park - https://goo.gl/maps/QvFWnKshJhbZWYSb9* North Lake Whatcom Trail - https://goo.gl/maps/SpcRzm1LEEQ32uSk8*Take a pedal* * Interurban trail - https://goo.gl/maps/ukdgpg2sP5jgN7Hv5* Pump Tracks * Whatcom Falls - https://goo.gl/maps/rYB8ssV2SNpGt45o9 * Waypoint Park - https://goo.gl/maps/ZbraRbYo2Ct8Gafj8 * Cordata Park - https://goo.gl/maps/yrhQ92tSpEmommap6*Take a snooze (in your hammock)* * Cornwall Park - https://goo.gl/maps/6Pje8674QDxdQ4fZ7* Larrabee State Park - https://goo.gl/maps/u4QLNFM9WCQb7rd69*Take a gander (at the beauty)* * Chandler Parkway - https://goo.gl/maps/3nb6z3kHwZvLG4ZKA* Locust Beach - https://goo.gl/maps/XLaM8ZurhXoV7B9v6

Ep. 191 "Getting Out In Bellingham" #WelcomeBackToBellingham Series

Memorial Day; Station Break

No notes as Chris is back! AJ: DGR 2021- https://gfolk.me/barse

Ep. 190 "Chris' Walden's Pond"

Pacific Northwest aficionados, AJ Barse and Chris Powell are your hosts each week talking about their views and interests in technology, travel, gear and watches. Recorded in Bellingham or on location (typically in their favorite local coffee establishments) in City of Subdued Excitement. Bellingham Washington. This show is also available on-air on Bellingham's KMRE 102.3FM.

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