• July 26
Just west of Port Angeles, the Salt Creek Recreation Area is a fine place to spend a summer’s day. Check out the tidepools or play on a number of sports fields (softball, volleyball, basketball, horseshoe), go for a hike around World War II-era Camp Hayden, or spend a night. Camping fees are $22 for county residents, $25 for non-residents. (www.clallam.net/Parks/SaltCreek.html, 360-928-3441)
• July 27
There are two more dates left in the 2018 Jungible Summer Music Series! Starting at 6 p.m. on July 27, check out the “modern soul” stylings of The True Loves, among the fields of lavender and poppies at Jardin du Soleil Lavender Farm. The venue offers up food, beer, wine, cider and ice cream from local eateries. Tickets are $15; youths 12 and younger are free. If you can’t make it in July, check out Crushwater (original rock) and Luau Cinder (jam, funk) on Aug. 3. (www.facebook.com/JungibleFestival/)
• July 28
Do you feel the need … the need for speed? Sprint boats are back in action in Port Angeles at the Extreme Sports Park, 2917 W. Edgewood Dr. Part of the ASB Pro Racing Series, the day-long July 28 event brings some of the top American Sprint Boat Racing competitors, including several local entries, along with entertainment, food and more. Tickets are $25 (adults 16 and older), $20 (military, senior 55 and older) and $15 (youths 6-15), with youngsters under 5 getting in for free. (www.extremesportspark.net)
• July 29
Summer is for the dogs, too. Check out the Four AKC Scent Work Trials in conjunction with the Hurricane Ridge Kennel Club All-Breed Show, set for July 28-29 at the Sequim High School fields off of Fir Street. (www.hrkc.org)
• July 30
Record rainfall may be your cup of tea. Check out the Hoh Rainforest, about a two-hour drive from Port Angeles. Throughout the winter season, rain falls frequently in the Hoh Rain Forest, contributing to the yearly total of 140 to 170 inches (or 12 to 14 feet) of precipitation each year. The result? A lush, green canopy of both coniferous and deciduous species, mosses and ferns that blanket the surfaces and a perfect spot of a day hike — rain or no. (www.nps.gov/olym/planyourvisit/visiting-the-hoh.htm)
• July 31
While you’re out here … it’s easy to forget about this peninsula treasure, but Lake Ozette makes a great day trip or an over-nighter. Check out coastal sea stacks, the crystal waters of Lake Ozette or heralded old growth forests on this trek. Two three-mile boardwalk trails lead to the coast, or take on longer coastal hiking trails, including the Ozette Loop. Stay overnight at one of 15 prime camping spots with top views of the lake. (www.nps.gov/olym/planyourvisit/visiting-ozette.htm)
• Aug. 1
Are you in tune with tunes? The Sequim City Band is looking for members, too. Practices are Wednesday nights from 7-9 p.m. at Swisher Hall, the rehearsal room behind the James Center for the Performing Arts band shell, 350 N. Blake Ave. (www.sequimcityband.org/about/join-the-band, 360-207-4722)
The Olympic Peninsula has plenty going on for our 93 days of summer. Check out this week’s staff picks and look for more each Wednesday, along with video highlights of this summer’s festivities on the Gazette’s Facebook page.
