These guys are incredible. I called to make a request for a job I was planning and they took the…read moretime to discuss everything I would need to complete it. When I came to pick it up, one of their mechanics gave me tons of helpful advice to do the job right, knowing they weren't even doing the work. I even forgot the gap he recommended for the spark plugs, called back DAYS after my final parts purchase and they went to go ask the mechanic what the proper gap was! For a fourteen year old boat, it's running like it's brand new and a lot of it is thanks to these guys. If you've got a Volvo Penta engine in your boat and need a place to help, these are the guys. Thank you all for your help and support!

S-Class has been a great fit for our family. The coaching is genuinely high-level, led by a former…read moreOlympian, the only one coaching foil in Washington. The club runs a sister site in Vancouver, and our fencers can co-train with their fencers including Canadian national team members and NAC champions. The coaches are focused on real development rather than just running drills and collecting fees. They actually care whether each kid is getting better, and they tailor what they do to each fencer. Our son has improved incredibly since joining with the coaches taking the time to understand him as a fencer. While the Washington program is new this year, the fencers are already posting results and are among the highest ranked in the Pacific Northwest. What really sets S-Class apart though is the culture. Families are here because they want to be, and you can feel it at practice. Older fencers help younger ones, parents are friendly, and the whole atmosphere is supportive without being soft. S-Class actually feels like a community, not just a club you pay to attend. Highly recommend if you're serious about fencing in the Seattle area.

I was drawn to the Tehaleh Evergreen Trail Runs due to the fact that I wanted to do a double half…read moremarathon weekend, which meant one half marathon on Saturday and one half marathon on Sunday. *Crazy ain't it? But that's me and my life for a good portion of my life. The Tehaleh Evergreen Trail Runs running event is a small event that showcases and draws many seasoned trail runners, as well as experienced marathoners, to the Pacific Northwest during the last weekend in September. Typically, the weather during that time is generally cooler and makes for a great race atmosphere. To most, this race is not known to the masses, as trail races cater to the chosen few who want a cheap race but not be bothered down with big crowds, heavy logistics, and high entry fees. For those of you who love a good time and want to run a technical trail (at some spots), this may be the one for you, although there were some parts of the course that were paved, but 75% of the course is all trail. I was here for the 2015 installment of this trail race and ran the half marathon. The Tehaleh Evergreen Trail Runs offers the full marathon and a half marathon, as well as a 10K, 5K, and the kids run. I was privileged to see the kids race while waiting for the half marathon to start. Since this one is a very low key affair, they only offer race day packet pick up. They don't have any race t-shirts and don't give out finisher medals at all. I should have known that before signing up, but then again, I don't read through the fine print at times and assume that all races have finisher medals. The race starts and finishes at the Donald Eismann Elementary School in Bonney Lake. Parking here is quite plentiful, as long as you get here early enough to covet a great parking spot near the start / finish line. The race registration is as cheap as you can get and I paid $41 for the half marathon, whereas the marathon is priced at $48. Pretty darn cheap for a race, but bummed that there was no race t shirts nor finisher medals. For me, it was just 13.1 miles and on a trail no less. On some spots along the course, it felt like I was lost and in the middle of nowhere. The course was basically a loop course, where the half marathon did it once, but the marathon does it twice. The course had some hills and some uphill climbs. There was a grossly narly downhill section on the course, which was basically a 45 degree section of trail that was a challenge to get down without breaking anything. That took me a while, but at least I didn't break anything or fall down. Bonney Lake was about 30 - 45 minutes from downtown Seattle, so best believe that it takes a while to drive down to get into the trails out here. In the end, the volunteers were great and the trail was marked with orange ribbons that was tied to tree branches and signposts, so it was marked pretty well. Thank goodness I didn't get lost and the weather was comfortable and didn't get too warm. This trail race is what it is. If you love trail distance racing, this one may be the right one for you. If you like bling with your racing, it may not be the one for you. But it's just running and be glad you are out here and competing. It's a fun way to see the country and the travel is quite nice too. While I am not keen on trail racing myself, it's a nice race with fantastic organization, so I'd recommend this one, if you are chasing states and don't like the urban vibe of the Rock n Roll Seattle marathon (June) or the Seattle marathon (November). Run more! Support local! B+

Great race organization. The first race I did with ETR was my second half ever. It was up Tiger…read moreMtn. I like to look back and laugh. The next with them was this last weekend (Lake Sammamish). The runs have grown in size drastically and so have the quality. There was a DJ and more sponsors and schwag. I like that at the end of a race they have food to accommodate any craving- sweet, salty, crunchy and reusable cups!! My only complaint came from the Tiger Mtn race. It was really hard to figure out on the course which way to go in the maze of trails based on the various lengths people were running. I'm sure that has been cleared up though. Also, maybe one more water station on the routes.. Great runs, though, with great organization. THANKS!! I'll keep truckin with them for sure!

Ferdinand Boat Launch is a great little park in Andrews Bay. Nice grassy areas, shady spots, cute…read morelittle dock, smallish parking lot. A great location to pick-up guests if your boat is anchored in Andrews Bay. Not sure if you can still park your car there overnight, it's relatively safe for parking during the day.

My teen son and I had the most amazing, supportive, and educational experience getting into the…read moreworld of scuba diving with Argonaut! The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and truly do want each student to learn how to safely enjoy scuba, and continue their adventures and education! I would highly recommend this company for anyone at any level, we will definitely be back for enhancing our skillsets!

Full disclosure - this is more about the people than any shop, as I worked with some folks at…read moreArgonaut Diving through a different location. That said - the education was fantastic, the information was presented in multiple ways to make sure that everyone understood, there was no guilt in taking more time on specific things if needed, and once a true understanding was shown, they were happy to stop spending unnecessary time on it. It's clear that there is a STRONG inclination toward safety, and they do something abnormal by ensuring that it doesn't get in the way of also creating a welcoming atmosphere.

The BEST thing my teenage son has ever done. SRA is an outstanding rowing club that produces top…read moreathletes who are highly recruited by some of the best colleges in the country. The rowers, coaches, directors, and parents of SRA are an outstanding class of people, and it is an honor to be affiliated with them. I highly recommend SRA to everyone!

I took the "Learn to Row" month long class a few summers ago as an out of shape adult. Turns out I…read morelove to row! The instructor was precise and encouraging, careful to show us good form from the very start. My fellow rowers were enthusiastic, but also a little out of shape middle aged adults. We all had a great time, and often went into Redmond for drinks and munchies after classes. Everyone finished the twice a week class, which is really saying something in a busy summer. Note that you are expected to come a little early and leave later after putting the boats away. Traffic along Lake Sammamish Blvd can be pretty busy heading south in the evenings. The facilities are adequate with a lovely spot along the river that feeds into Lake Sammamish on the north end. They are fund-raising for a beautiful new facility. Until then, the parking lot is a little dark and the walk to the boathouse is a little scary to make alone. I just waited until another class member showed up and walked with them. Make sure you ALWAYS pay for parking, or buy a pass from the city of Redmond. I'm looking forward to taking "Learn to Row II" so I can join the Assoc and take out a skull by myself. Also looking forward to enrolling my kid - she has the perfect body type, and it would be nice to have some sort of hope of a sports scholarship for college. She's not very sporty otherwise.

Happy I came too Seattle but the mistake I made was getting out of my original trait never should…read moreof left sawing an demolition now that I'm back life is a hell of a lot better than commercial diving Would I recommend this place sure Would I recommend working force not at all in reliable income and horrible conditions Would I recommend really thinking about it decision Definitely

I am a graduate from June 1987.i was an army veteran and fell in love with scuba diving off the…read morecoast off an island of Japan .dit me taught me lot about diving.but in my opinion you're either gonna love it and continue doing it or quit and do something else . They used to have a job placement Program and I got hooked up with a diving co from St. Louis ,mo . Now let me just tell you about diving in the mighty Mississippi River.they can't teach you that.you can take your training and put the superlight 17 on and jump into a whole new world mud water can't see shit,,I became an excellent under water cutter. Lucky for me this was a union job, so I joined the carpenters and wind up having an awesome life.I eventually quit diving after 10 years, bc there just wasn't any work in the mid west that paid anything but it was very demanding work,I am now a retired carpenter and have a very nice pension at 55 and loving life..I still own all my own gear.everyone dive safe

I'm a Washington native and love hiking and climbing mountains in our state. I have come across…read moreWTA work parties on various occasions, and have seen the work they do on our trails numerous times. Likewise, I look up trip reports and research my hikes on their website. I support WTA and encourage anyone who hikes and climbs to donate and contribute to the trail reports on their site. As a community we can preserve, maintain, and keep our beautiful outdoors just the way we like them!

I'm writing to express how blessed I am to have the opportunity to volunteer and proudly be a…read moremember of this great organization. There are few groups that after you volunteer with, you instantly see the results of your labor. I'd like to take a moment to write about my experience as a volunteer. Since the first "work party" with WTA, I have fallen in love again with nature. I am smitten with the trees, wildlife, and the sound of the forest. Every volunteer event is another chance to reconnect with mother earth. You would be amiss if you never visited a state or county park, never mind renovating or building a trail for others to also experience. So what's the experience so special? I would go out on a limb, and say that from the moment that you step foot into your first event; people who genuinely care about giving back instantly surround you. Conversations are struck, and you are in a family, you are accepted, no matter whom you are. Sign in; helmet on, safety lesson, and the team is on their way. The number one rule is to be safe. Second rule is to have fun. Third rule is to get work done. I remember being nervous about hiking a trail carrying a shovel and pick, not really sure where and what I was doing. That quickly passes, as Assistant Crew Leaders help guide you forward; you probably know more about what you are doing, than you think. Common sense rules, before you know, you have improved on a section of trail. You have literally moved earth. I have met some of the most awesome people out on the trail, working with them, and forming friendships and respect for hard work. Along the way, hikers pass through, sometimes thanking you, but always appreciative of the work done. It's 8 hours of commitment, and they expect you to be there. You take breaks when you need to, and you work at your own speed. You can make it a casual weekend, or make it into an intense workout. I encourage anyone to volunteer with WTA. It's fulfilling and without question, one of the best experiences when it comes to giving back.