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If you live in the Seattle area, Lake Sammamish is a great place to have a relaxing and not too challenging paddle (assuming the weather is otherwise nice, of course). If you want to make a day of it, there are some opportunities coming up for exploring the lake. On March 7 and 27, you can join a ranger-led kayaking tour to explore the great blue heron habitat. Here are the details:

Date: March 7 and 27, 2010
Time: 9 a.m. to noon and 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. (2 sessions per day)
Cost: $5/person
Rental: $10/Single Kayak, $15/Double kayak
Registration Info: Call Issaquah Paddle Sports at 866-306-1825

Ages 7 and up are welcome, so this would be a great way to show the kids how to appreciate nature.  Be sure to ask about Lake Sammamish’s underwater forest!