Join us on the trails around Whatcom County!

Explore. Push Yourself. Work as a Team. Have a Blast!

This after-school program encourages trail runners, joggers & explorers to be part of a team, challenge themselves, share their spirit for adventure, and give back to the community!

Customized to the group of kids, all are welcome. The program runs in 5 week sessions throughout the school year. Summer camps begin in June.

Winter Session Dates
December/January session for Columbia and Parkview are Full

Session 1: January 27th - February 27th
Session 2: March 3rd - April 3rd

Program Information

AGES: Youth ages 7 - 11

The Trail Blazers program is for adventurous kids in 2nd–6th grades. We encourage youth to challenge themselves wherever their ability lies! We cover approximately 2 - 3 miles on a new trail each week. Trained coaches run with each groups of kids to ensure safety, proper trail etiquette, and fun!

Groups will meet at a different location each week. The Y will provide transportation to the trailhead from five schools (Birchwood, Happy Valley, Roosevelt, Parkview, and Columbia).

Any 2nd - 6th graders who have their own transportation are welcome to join ANY of our teams via the Participant Drop Off Option.

Goals of the Program

Use trail running, jogging, and power walking as a fun way to exercise and explore new places.
Learn and practice core concepts of teamwork, leadership, and outdoor stewardship.
Explore new trails in Whatcom County.
Have fun! Clamber over trees and rocks, explore beaches and forests, make friends, challenge ourselves & get dirty!

OPTION 1: SCHOOL TRANSPORTATION OPTION

LOCATION: Meet at school playground

Mondays: 2:30pm pick up; 5pm drop off; Birchwood
Tuesdays: 2:30pm pick up; 5pm drop off; Happy Valley
Wednesday: 2:30pm pick up; 5pm drop off; Roosevelt
Thursday: 12:20pm pick up; 3:00pm drop off; Parkview
Thursday: 12:20pm pick up; 3:00pm drop off; Columbia

FEE PER SESSION:

$150 Y Members (Includes transportation, healthy snack, program swag)
$180 Program Members (Includes transportation, healthy snack, program swag)

OPTION 2: PARTICIPANT DROP OFF OPTION

LOCATION: Meet at various trailheads and parks

Mondays: 3:15-4:45pm
Tuesdays: 3:15-4:45pm
Wednesday: 3:15-4:45pm
Thursday: 1-2:30pm