Tag: mountain biking
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Ways to enjoy 215-miles of backcountry trails
We all find entertainment in different things. This is for those who would prefer to be on a mountain, by a river, in natural areas and open spaces, or just somewhere out in the sticks. I find an immense amount of enjoyment in the natural areas and open spaces within King County and fortunately for us there are…
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Weekend activity: Explore Tolt MacDonald Park
At less than one hour from Seattle, Tolt-MacDonald Park in Carnation is a true recreation destination. The 574-acre park sits at the confluence of the Snoqualmie and Tolt Rivers in the beautiful Snoqualmie Valley and features stunning views of the Snoqualmie River and local farmland. Here are some activities to explore: Check out the suspension…
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Learn more about Dockton Forest mountain bike trail plan at Nov. 17 community meeting
Where: the cafeteria of Vashon High School, 20120 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon. When: Tuesday, Nov. 17 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in Come hear what King County Parks representatives and the Vashon Mountain Bike Association have to say about the proposed mountain biking trails throughout Dockton Forest. Community members are invited to share their feedback and ideas…
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‘Bout To Get Turnt Up at Duthie
Specialized Bicycles will be throwing down at Duthie this weekend. You like bikes? New ones. Shiny and all bike-like. Then it sounds like this is your kind of party. Or as they’re calling it – a “dirt party”. Not to be confused with dirt nap. Two totally different things. From their site: Don’t miss the dirt party…
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Random photo post: Grand Ridge boardwalk
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Duthie Hill – Giving back.
3 years of stories, skills, exercise, participating, engaging, being outdoors. Great kid, great partner. http://www.pinkbike.com/v/embed/400855/?colors=C80000
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Duthie Hill Park(ing) + connector trail
We’re getting close.
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Take A Kid Mountain Biking 2014
This Saturday get those kids out of the house and join Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance at Duthie Hill Park.
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Duthie Hill parking lot coming along…
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Kid Pump Track in the pursuit of happiness and a little dirt
She prides herself on how long she can run the course of the pump track at King County’s Duthie Hill Park as she progressively gets better and better with practice. These days, the young ones – both girls and boys – are turning up for spins through the dirt like never before. Kids want to…
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Geared up, triple packed and ready to ride!
Meet Dad Mountain Biker! Favorite Trail at Duthie Hill Park: Bootcamp Favorite Pre-ride Music: Macklemore Frequently Overused Phrase: “That’s hip!” Favorite Critical, but Non-essential Gear: Lip balm The multiple bikes and gear are packed inside, outside and on top of the car, double checked and the thrill is written all over Dad Mountain Biker’s face…
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Parks hearts REI all month-long!
The Labor Day weekend (par-tay!) is upon us and everybody has vacation on the brain, which means many of us will be running amok with last-minute shopping lists or things to pack before hitting the road. If you happen to be running over to the Seattle REI Flagship store to check a few things off…
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Dirt and Bike Lovers Paradise: The Evergreen Mountain Bike Festival
For the hard-core, adrenaline seeking mountain bikers or those flirting with the idea of giving it a try for the first time and everyone in-between, come join us for the annual Evergreen Mountain Bike Festival at King County Parks’ Duthie Hill Mountain Bike Park. There will be lots to see and do with 40+ vendors,…
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Spend National Trails Day, Sat, June 1, in Your Big Backyard
Join us on National Trails Day, Saturday, June 1, to learn more about our growing network of 180 miles of backcountry trails spread across more than 16,000 acres of park lands. Did you know that over our 75 year history, King County Parks has built an impressive legacy of natural lands? You know, the kind…
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New and improved trails coming to Big Finn Hill Park
Big Finn Hill Park, which is nestled between Saint Edward State Park and O.O.Denny Park in Kirkland, is a versatile place: its 220 acres feature both a ballfield complex and a trails system. Some 3.5 miles of twisty, looping trails wind through the park’s forest, offering a lovely backcountry experience for hikers and mountain bikers…
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Duthie Hill Mountain Bike Park: Mountain Bike Fest
Duthie Hill Mountain Bike Park: Mountain Bike Fest, a photo by kingcountyparks on Flickr. Duthie: Then & now slideshow. Thought we’d blast you with “The evolution of a bike park” from our Flickr feed. The Mountain Bike Fest was a hit. A lot of vendors, bikes, kids and smiling dirty faces. If you are too…
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Duthie Hill Mountain Bike Park re-opened
Duthie Hill Mountain Bike Park, a photo by kingcountyparks on Flickr. Thank you to all of the hard working volunteers! Duthie Hill Mountain Bike Park is re-opened.
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Parks swag for your bag
This shirt right here not only has the ability to make you instantly awesome, it will also give you wicked awesome karma. Yes karma, because all proceeds from Parks swag supports King County Parks – Your Big Backyard. And for those of you especially devoted to a certain bike park we also have…
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Duthie = media hog
Check out the latest appearance of Duthie Hill Mountain Bike Park in this trailer for Howell at the Moon Productions “Pedal Driven“. EPIC!!!
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It’s on like Donkey Kong this weekend!!!
It has been crazy here prepping for this weekend, and now it is finally upon us. Welcome to the awesome storm that is the weekend of May 22nd, 2010. Duthie Hill Mountain Bike Park grand opening. Saturday May, 22nd 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Ribbon cutting at 11:30 a.m. Raffle, beer garden and BBQ. Directions…