The Seattle Traveler

This weekend. . .
. . . enjoy the Maritime Fest on the Thea Foss Waterway in Tacoma.
There aren’t going to many more weekends left when you can enjoy some outdoor water activities, so take a short drive down to Tacoma for the annual Maritime Fest.
You’ll find lots of fun family activities, from hands on adventures, exhibits, and activities designed specifically for the small fry.  You’ll find an art show, dragon boat races, boat building, train rides, Sea Scouts boat rides, Harbor tours, and a beer garden for those 21 years of age and older. 
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Kite flying gets cranked up a notch at the Washington State International Kite Festival, a week long competition and celebration held annual in Long Beach, Washington.
The festival attracts famous kite flyers from around the world, along with local casual flyers, and lots of spectators who spend the week looking up at the colorful kites.  You’ll see lots of creative shapes and colors filling the sky.
Events are scheduled to target every level of enthusiast, and lots of kids and family activities are included.  It’s a great way to spend a weekend at the beach.
Location:  Long Beach, Washington
Dates & Times:  August …read more

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