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...world, only geeks with fast fingers will get to work at Microsoft and make mucho bucks and be millionaires, so they can impress Puget Sound bambinas, mate and have geeky bambinos with faster and longer fingers. Where have all the strong men gone? Long time passing... GEORGE CONESA Bellingham, Wash...
...headquarters for this year's Northwestern Summit is Washington State's Western Washington University, which rests between the breathtaking peak of Mount Baker and the calm waters of Bellingham Bay. It's an idyllic setting--Alpine meadows, tall pines, unspoiled lakes and miles of hiking trails--and also a great place to learn about the Northwest and its marine environments. You'll take wildlife cruises to Puget Sound, trips to North Cascades National Park and, of course, visits to Mount Baker. Also planned this year are special trips for kayakers, beginners and advanced, and courses about the ancient forests...
When the N.W.F. Summit is over, many people choose to stay in the area for more exploring. For starters, head back toward 10,778-ft. Mount Baker to take in whatever you couldn't manage to do during the actual summit program. Another good find in Bellingham: Whatcom Falls Park, with its incredible waterfalls, hiking trails, children's fishing pond and fish hatchery. Also fun for the family is Lake Samish Park, which encompasses 39 acres of unspoiled shoreline and is the perfect place to rent paddleboats for an afternoon row. Those with a more adventurous spirit might...
During the N.W.F. Summit, accommodations are in dormitory-style two-room suites with a shared bath. Those wishing to extend their stay for a few extra days are welcome to do so; other lodging options include the Holiday Inn Express of Bellingham (800-HOLIDAY or 360-671-4800; kids 19 and under stay free) and Schnauzer Crossing bed-and-breakfast (800-562-2808 or 360-733-0055) if you're looking for something more intimate and upscale. Another good choice would be the Wilkins Farm (360-966-7616), an unpretentious bed-and-breakfast northeast of downtown...
JACK METCALF (R) District 2 (Puget Sound--Everett; Bellingham...