Tuesday, May 22, 2012 - Page updated at 11:10 p.m.
Summer Guide
Welcome to our 2012 roundup of warm-weather fun. Find monthly calendars of favorite local events, our critics' "best bets" for summer entertainment and plenty of ideas for Northwest travel and recreation.
Saturday, May 19
From slow hikes to high wires, San Juan Island has new treats
New players help you plan a Washington vacation
Coming up: Events around the region
Community Corner: Armed Forces Day, Petpalooza
Crystal Mountain remains open with near-record snowfall
Thursday, May 17
Weekend Preview: Norwegian heritage, U District celebrations
Columbia River views, great wildflowers in Hike of the Week
Bird brains teach us a few things about our own brains
Wednesday, May 16
Into the wild with a dog at your side
Go fly a kite (and meet other kite fliers) at Point Robinson
Summer's coming: U District kicks off the street-fair season
Digging for dinner on Oregon's beaches
Plentiful fishing options this week | Outdoors
Tuesday, May 15
Surf's up! If you follow tugboats off Seattle
