Local Recreation Opportunities

The National Parks and Recreation Association is a nonprofit organization dedicated to parks, recreation, and environmental conservation. In an effort to support its employees' pursuit of recreation, the Center has compiled a list of local resources for employees and their families to utilize before or after work, or during lunch breaks. As you review the list, consider the quote from Amelia Earhart, "The effect of having other interests beyond those domestic works well. The more one does and sees and feels, the more one is able to do, and the more genuine may be one's appreciation of fundamental things like home, and love, and understanding companionship."

• Seattle Parks and Recreation
• Boat/Canoe/Kayaking Activities near Eastlake and the University of Washington
• Resources for Running and Walking
• Bicycling Resources and Information
• Tennis Court Guides
• Soccer in Seattle
• Recreational Gear Rentals and Retailers
• Additional Local Resources

Seattle Parks & Recreation

100 Dexter Ave. N, Seattle, WA 98109, (206) 684-4075. A premier resource for recreational information, activities and resources. http://www.cityofseattle.net/parks

Order a Free Park Guide
Seattle Parks and Recreation offers a free "Park Guide" for carrying in your backpack or glove compartment. It shows park features (picnic tables, restrooms, children's play areas, etc.) and complete listings of ramps for motorized boats, boating class and rental sites, fishing piers, lawn bowling facilities, special gardens, community centers, golf courses, off-leash areas for dogs, environmental education centers, swimming pools, summer beaches, and visual and performing arts centers. To order your fee guide, go to the following web page: http://www.cityofseattle.net/parks/Contact/brochureform.htm

Boat/Canoe/Kayaking Activities near Eastlake and the University of Washington

Agua Verde Café and Paddle Shop
1303 NE Boat St. (close to UW)
(206) 545-8570
Kayak rentals
www.aguaverde.com

Center For Wooden Boats
1010 Valley Street
(206) 382-2628
Rents small rowboats and sailboats for use on Lake Union
www.cwb.org

Moss Bay Rowing, Kayaking, and Sailing Center
Located across the street from FHCRC at Yale Street Marina
(206) 682-2031
Kayak and motor-sailboat rentals, tours, instruction, private family dinner cruises, and youth day camp programs. Discounts given to FHCRC/SCCA employees
www.mossbay.net

Northwest Outdoor Center (NWOC)
2100 Westlake Ave. N. Suite 1
(206) 281-9694 or (800) 683-0637
Rents sea kayaks and offers lessons and trips
www.nwoc.com

Dragon Boat Racing
Located at Kenmore Air on the southwest end of Lake Union (across the street from Marriott Courtyard Hotel).
Dragon boat racing is the fastest growing team sport in the world. The 41-foot long boat holds 20 paddlers, a drummer, and steersperson. The Tacoma Dragon Boat Association has started a new team on Lake Union. Newcomers are allowed to participate for free up to three times before needing to pay for membership.
http://www.tacomadragonboat.org/tdbatseattlenews.htm

University of Washington's Waterfront Activity Center
Located on Lake Washington, near southeast corner of Husky Stadium parking lot, off Montlake Boulevard
Canoes and rowboat rentals
(206) 543-9433
http://depts.washington.edu/ima/IMA_wac.php

Resources for Running and Walking

Seattle Parks & Recreation's Extensive Listing of Running Resources
http://www.cityofseattle.net/parks/Athletics/running.htm

Burke Gilman Trail
12.5-mile asphalt pathway with gravel side path much of the way, from Gas Works Park north to Kirkland
http://www.cityofseattle.net/parks/BurkeGilman/bgtrail.htm

Running Along Fairview Avenue
Quiet roadway running along the east side of Lake Union from Newton Street to the University Bridge. For additional road running, continue south from the University Bridge along Fuhrman & Boyer Avenue beside Portage Bay.

Running Along Interlaken Boulevard
About two miles of winding, quiet hillside roadway through forest and woods, from Roanoke Park to Washington Park/Arboretum.

Running Along Lake Union
Almost exactly 10,000 meters (6.2 miles) around the lake. Start at Gas Works Park and cross the Ship Canal on the University and Fremont Bridges.

Gas Works to Golden Gardens
About six miles along the Lake Washington Ship Canal and Shilshole Bay.

Lake Washington Boulevard
About six miles from Seward Park to the Arboretum and seven miles from Seward Park to Madison Park via McGilvra Boulevard. The first three miles are on asphalt.

Queen Anne Hill
4.3 miles of Scenic Drive loop with paved road, parking strips, and fantastic city views.

Seattle Parks & Recreation's 400 Meter Cintrex (Synthetic) Surfaced Tracks
http://www.cityofseattle.net/parks/Athletics/running.htm#synthetic

Multi-Use Trails
Trails for rollerblading, running, biking, jogging, walking the dog, http://seattleinsider.kirotv.com/recreation/guides/parks/trailindex.html

Maps of Running & Walking Trails Near UW
http://depts.washington.edu/ima/IMA_trailMaps.php

Bicycling Resources and Information

Faux Rock Biking Rock
Seattle's First Faux Rock Biking Rock, located under I-5 in Eastlake
http://www.bbtc.org/php/show_page.php?page_id=19

Cycling Guide
http://seattleinsider.kirotv.com/recreation/guides/cycling/bridge.html

Cascade Bicycle Club
A non-profit organization focused on creating a better community through bicycling. Cascade Bicycle Club offers a variety of services including club rides, bicycle safety and education courses, and advocacy.
http://www.cascade.org/

The Seattle Bicycle Club
A non-profit organization dedicated to the interests of recreational cycling enthusiasts
www.seattlebicycleclub.org

Bicycle/Roller Blade Rentals

Gregg's Green Lake Cycle
7007 Woodlawn Avenue NE
(206) 523-1822
www.greggscycles.com

Montlake Bicycle Shop
2223 24^th Avenue E
(206) 329-7333
www.montlakebike.com

Tennis Court Guides

http://seattleinsider.kirotv.com/recreation/guides/tennis/tennisguide.html

Rodger Tennis Courts in Eastlake
3^rd Ave. W. & W. Fulton St.
(206) 684-4077
Features two outdoor tennis courts located in Eastlake. No outdoor lighting available.

Soccer in Seattle

Greater Seattle Soccer League
9750 Greenwood Avenue North
(206) 782-6831
www.gssl.org

Washington Youth Soccer Association
623 Industry Drive, Tukwila
(206) 575-4166
www.wsysa.com

Recreational Gear Rentals and Retailers

Outdoor & More
510 Westlake Avenue North
(800) 460-5939
Rents selected mountaineering and winter sports equipment and offers a variety of outdoor gear and clothing
www.outmore.com

Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI)
222 Yale Ave North
(206) 223-1944 or toll free (888) 873-1938
Rents hiking, mountaineering and winter sports gear, has climbing pinnacle, and provides a wide variety of educational presentations throughout the year
www.rei.com
For a list of local seminars click on the Stores & Events tab.

Additional Local Resources

UW Golf Range
Open to the public
http://depts.washington.edu/ima/IMA_golf.php

Outdoor Activities and the Environment in Eastlake Neighborhood
http://www.eastlake.info/OUTDOORS.HTM

University of Washington's Intramural Activities (IMA) Building
Indoor/outdoor facility available to UW students and faculty
http://depts.washington.edu/ima/

Seattle Insider Recreation Guides
Helpful guides on topics such as camping, boating, beaches, flyfishing, tennis, golf, and much more
http://seattleinsider.kirotv.com/recreation/guides/

Mountaineers
A non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation, exploration and enjoyment of outdoor activities and wilderness areas.
www.mountaineers.org

To Reserve a Sports Athletic Field
http://www.cityofseattle.net/parks/Athletics/Sports.htm