Summary: Local-ish<br><br>Mount Baker wilderness open for business? How do I know if a site is closed or open?<br>National forests and grasslands are posting updated information on their web pages. Find your national forest and grassland by clicking on our Interactive Visitor Map (<a href="https://www.fs.fed.us/ivm/index.html)" rel="noopener">https://www.fs.fed.us/ivm/index.html)</a><br><br>* *Emergancy closure map:* <a href="https://usfs.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=8e69381e35144962a835ee59aafba153" rel="noopener">https://usfs.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=8e69381e35144962a835ee59aafba153</a> <br><br><br>What risks are associated with the activity you have chosen to do? <br><br>* Law enforcement, search and rescue, and hospitals have limited capacity due to the COVID-19 pandemic.<br>* If the site you have chosen is full, have some backup options in mind that will allow you to maintain @CDC social distancing guidelines.<br>* How will you help minimize pressure on smaller communities adjacent to the forest that have limited resources? Restaurants, rest stops, and trailhead bathrooms are likely to be closed. Do you have the food, water, and fuel you need for the day? Do you have the supplies you need to hygienically pack out your waste?<br>* We know the outdoors are calling, but the decisions you make can affect everyone. If there was ever a time to recognize our #interdependence, this is it.<br><br><br>Bellingham Bingo<br><br>Picking a local restaurant to showcase to hopefully keep them in all your minds when you order takeout next.<br><br>*AJ: *<br>Cafe Rumba ; <a href="http://caferumbabham.com/" rel="noopener">http://caferumbabham.com/</a> <br>*Phone: 360.746.8280 TAKE OUT OR DELIVERY ONLY. Order online SOON!!*<br>*NEW BUSINESS HOURS: Monday through Saturday 9am to 8pm. Sunday 9am to 7pm.*<br>They also do vegetarian sandwiches <br><br>*Chris: <br>Pho - Bubble Tea (<a href="https://pho-bubbletea.com/)" rel="noopener">https://pho-bubbletea.com/)</a> - Just past Wal-Mart on Meridian headed north. When ya need ya pho fix.<br><br>New Things? <br><br>*Chris:*<br><br>* Anker Soundcore Flare+ Portable 360° Bluetooth Speaker (<a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07F7VJN1G/ref" rel="noopener">https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07F7VJN1G/ref</a>=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1) - audio upgrade from the UE Boom sticks<br>* AUKEY Rechargeable LED Table Lamp (<a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07G37YKZR/ref" rel="noopener">https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07G37YKZR/ref</a>=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1) - Office mood lighting<br><br><br>*AJ: *<br><br>* Peninsula Kelp Co. <a href="https://peninsulakelpco.com/" rel="noopener">https://peninsulakelpco.com/</a> <br>* Baltic Aquascaphe Bronze (300 pieces) <br> * <a href="https://baltic-watches.com/en/products/aquascaphe-bronze-blue-gilt" rel="noopener">https://baltic-watches.com/en/products/aquascaphe-bronze-blue-gilt</a><br> * CuAL8 BRONZE CASE<br> * Often used on old sailing ships due to its resistance to corrosion, Bronze has the property to evolve those in contact with those who handle it. The AQUASCAPHE Bronze uses a CuAL8 bronze, which is a resistant copper-aluminum alloy that develops a uniform and slow patina. The polished finishes of the case and the bezel ensure a stable aging depending on the wearer's habits, making each watch a unique model.<br> * CASE SIZE : 39MM (diameter) X 47MM (lug to lug) THICKNESS : 12MM<br> * MIYOTA 9039<br> * <a href="https://ajbarse.com/stories/a-watch-suitable-for-jules-verne/" rel="noopener">https://ajbarse.com/stories/a-watch-suitable-for-jules-verne/</a><br> <br>Quality Assurance<br><br>Video:<br><br>Chris<br><br>* The Last Dance documentary (
