Tacoma Visitors Guide 2009

water + land maritime discoveries OPEN WATER ODYSSEY [RECREATION STATIONS] MetroParksTacoma.org River Valley BMX Racing | Sumner RiverValleyBMXRacing.com PHOTOGRAPH TOP BY JON GRAEF EXPERIENCE [ADVENTURE] M aybe you can’t walk on water but you sure can play on it. Grab your life vest and a paddle to glide across the sparkling blue seas of Gig Harbor or Commencement Bay in a kayak or canoe. The open waters offer plenty of opportunities to view maritime wildlife so be sure to keep watch. If you’d rather be under water than on it, go scuba diving beneath the Tacoma Narrows Bridge. There you will find sunken treasures and the ruins of Galloping Gertie, the original suspension bridge that collapsed just months after it opened [1940]. Perhaps you’ll even make an eight-legged friend—one of the world’s largest octopus species calls this water “Home Sweet Home.” Other nautical adventures include sailing, paragliding, swimming and [of course] good ol’-fashioned water fights. Regardless of what you choose, you’ll get your sea legs soon enough. bring your boat Rest your boat close to town and check out the city on foot. Dock Street Marina | Tacoma [253] 272–4352 DockStreetMarina.com Foss Harbor Marina | Tacoma [253] 272–4404 FossHarborMarina.com Pt Defiance Boathouse | Tacoma [253] 591–5325 MetroParksTacoma.org harbor tours + charters Get a glimpse of the region that most people don’t see—from the water. Argosy Tours | Tacoma + Seattle [800] 642–7816 ArgosyCruises.com Destiny Harbor Tours | Gig Harbor [253] 279–9029 DestinyMarine.com bicycle motorcross REINVENT THE WHEEL re you an adrenaline junkie looking for some off-road action? Do you crave the challenges of a dirt-groomed race track and quick-handling bikes? If so, then grip those handle bars and head for River Valley BMX Racing, one of Washington’s longest BMX courses—perfect for beginners and pros alike. As a child, 2010 Olympic Bronze Medalist Jill Kintner competed extensively on this track before representing the USA in Beijing. You too can be part of the action and catch some air in Pierce County. A http://www.MetroParksTacoma.org http://www.DockStreetMarina.com http://www.ArgosyCruises.com http://www.FossHarborMarina.com http://www.DestinyMarine.com http://www.MetroParksTacoma.org http://www.RiverValleyBMXRacing.com

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Tacoma Visitors Guide 2009 Contents Unique Finds Caught on Camera Tacoma Puyallup Fife Gig Harbor Lakewood Waterfront Getaways Mountain Getaways Mount Ranier Festivals + Events Cinema + Theatre Art Scene Nature [Water + Land] Outdoor Adventure Golf Food [Wine + Beer] Peaceful Escape Travel Planner Where to Stay / What to Do Attractions Dining + Nightlife Who to Call Recreation Shops + Spas Where to Go Services Visitor Information Tours + Transportation Maps Travel Green Child's Play

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