Author: Todd Elsworth
Family Man, Explorer, Entrepreneur, Writer, Artist, Outdoor Enthusiast and Recreation Advocate.

Wild Thing – NCI Style

We went to a Family Getaway at the North Cascades Institute and had the best weekend so far this summer! One of the highlights was the campfire and signing. We sang the usual camp songs, but there were a few

Don’t change.

When I was a Freshman in college 1987, Fletch (starring Chevy Chase) had been out for 2 years. One of my favorites from the movie, “(Don’t Change)..I think you should stay the same wonderful person you are today” jumped into

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Catching the Currents

On Saturday, April 26th I went out for a day paddle. Timing the currents and trying to maximize my time OUT THERE, I was able to cover a lot of mileage ~ 20 mi. Here’s the route of my journey:

Eating Eagles

Saturday, April 26, 2014 – Lummi Nation – Launching from Gooseberry Point on the Lummi Peninsula, my destination was Clark Island. I had prepared for the trip by timing the direction of the currents to make my crossing of the

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I am Violet

A little song and dance, with Ishmael before bedtime.

Throwing Caution to the Wind

I have respect for the wind, especially on the water. With respect also comes an understanding, a friendship if you will. When friends like this get together, you just never know what’s going to happen. You know how it is-

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Flying HIGH

People like to fly. I talked with some folks from a place called California who do it for a living and as a way of life. We met at San Juan Island Quest 2013. After the big race, we were

My writing gig

I’ve enjoyed writing and taking photos for Bellingham.org as an Insider Blogger since 2013. I enjoy getting out and capturing the unique aspects of our area and sharing them with others. Take your pick… Sitting on the Dock on the

Risky Business

I’m excited to be in our second year of business. We have a strong board, passionate staff and a bunch of cool friends. The year ahead will be an interesting one, for sure. Our hearts and minds are in the

What Little Girls Wish Daddies Knew

This was sent to me. I’d like to share and be able to reference it myself. Proud to say that I think I’m doing pretty well! It’s all about the love. 1. How you love me is how I will

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