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What a difference a stadium makes! Since the grand unveiling of Safeco Field in 1999, Seattle has transformed into a baseball town. Of course, the game's sole single-name superstar — Ichiro — has had a major-league impact. Hosting the 2001 All-Star Game didn't hurt either. But baseball is by no means the only game in town. Qwest Field, just north of Safeco — with the same great skyline and water views — hosted its inaugural game in August 2002 and is already established as a prime venue with state-of-the-art facilities for both football and soccer. KeyArena is sports central at Seattle Center - home to 2004's WNBA Champions, the Seattle Storm, and the Rat City Roller Girls Roller Derby team. Keep an eye on the University of Washington Huskies (Rose Bowl and women's crew winners in 2001), horse racing at Emerald Downs, minor league baseball with the Everett Aquasox and Tacoma Rainiers, PRCA Rodeo, and a host of other spectator and participatory sports that find the Seattle environment irresistible.
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Nearly every Sunday from September to December, you can sense the game day excitement everywhere you turn. 2005 NFL MVP Shaun Alexander will be leading the pack for the next 8 years at the Seahawks' state-of-the-art, 67,000-seat home, Qwest Field. Hop a bus, a train, a taxi or trolley and experience Seahawks Football, 12th man style.
www.seahawks.com
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Hands down, soccer season is the best time of year to be in Seattle. Enjoy sunny late-afternoon game days at Seattle’s prime open-air facility, Qwest Field and Event Center. From March to September get wrapped up in the action and entertainment and learn why soccer is the world’s most popular sport.
www.seattlesounders.net
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Is the action on the ice more your style? From September to March, the Thunderbirds are shaking things up at the ShoWare Center. With one of the top goalies in the league, this team is stopping them dead in their tracks.
www.seattle-thunderbirds.com
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College sports, for many, are the most exciting games to watch these days. The energetic, youthful crowds are sure to get you riled up at the next Husky sporting event. University of Washington boasts top athletes and winning teams in every sport; one highlight being the Women’s Volleyball team winning the National Championship in 2005.
gohuskies.collegesports.com
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Clubs are a cumbersome thing to pack, but any avid golfer pays no mind to this task. Once you make it past the oversized luggage counter at the airport, it is nothing but immaculate greens and smooth swings on the Emerald Golf Trail. Whether you find yourself atop a bluff with spectacular views of the Olympic Mountain range, or amidst the evergreen forests, Washington will exceed your expectations at any one of our well respected, highly ranked courses.
www.emeraldgolftrail.com
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Spend a day at the races at Washington’s premier facility, Emerald Downs. This venue is bursting with entertainment with live races almost every day from April to October. Bring a penny or two and try your luck on your favorite horse!
www.emeralddowns.com
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If it is the water you love, then look no further. To the west we have Elliott Bay and Puget Sound, to the north there is Lake Union, and to the east, Lake Washington. If anything, you’ll be overwhelmed with the options available to you.
Kayaking/Canoeing
What more do you need than a kayak, a picnic lunch, a guide, and a pod of orca whales? Many companies in the beautiful San Juan Islands offer half-day to 7 day kayak trips with phenomenal whale and wildlife watching excursions. However, if you’d rather just have a paddle, kick around Lake Union for the afternoon. Visit our members:
www.crystalseas.com
www.exoticaquaticskayaking.com
www.kayakalki.com
www.outdoorodysseys.com
www.sanjuansafaris.com
www.seattleraftandkayak.com
Whitewater Rafting
With a variety of rivers to accommodate every skill-level and age, this state offers beautiful scenery along the way and experienced guides to give you the trip of a lifetime. Visit our members:
www.blueskyoutfitters.com
www.alpineadventures.com
www.wildwater-river.com
Boat Rentals
Yacht, sailboat, speedboat, houseboat, rowboat; whatever you are looking for, it is waiting for you in Seattle. Disappear into the San Juan Islands for a month or go waterskiing on Lake Washington for the day, the options are endless. Visit our members:
www.argosycruises.com
www.abcyachtcharters.com
www.ayc.com
www.theelectricboatco.com
www.sailingseattle.com
www.familycharters.com
www.pugetsoundssailing.com
www.seattleboatcharters.com
www.windworkssailing.com
www.waterwayscruises.com
Swimming
A number of nearby beaches are great spots to practice that crawl stroke. Indoor lap pools are also plentiful, and certainly a better choice in the winter! Greenlake and Alki Beach are popular swimming spots and are located in wonderful areas that are easy to spend a whole day in.
Seattle Parks and Recreation
Parasailing/Paragliding
Western Washington has some of the most breathtaking scenery in the country. With mountains and beautiful bodies of water in every direction, a birds-eye-view is the perfect way to take in the sights!
www.seattleparagliding.com
Pier 57 Parasailing Located on Pier 57 (206) 622-5757
Parks & Recreation
This is your best resource to find an outdoor spot for whatever activity you have planned. Organize your own soccer game on a Sunday afternoon, find the nearest running trail or rent a boat on one of the lakes.
Seattle Parks and Recreation
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Those mountains all around us aren’t just for show. During the winter months, the registered ski locations around the Northwest are booming with every winter activity you can think of. The closest mountain (about a 60 minute drive) is the Summit at Snoqualmie, featuring 4 peaks, and a Nordic center for tubing and snowshoeing.
www.summit-at-snoqualmie.com
Area Ski Map
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With over 80 countries participating, and fans from all over coming to witness the largest sporting event in the world, Seattle should be your gateway to the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver, BC. Just 2 hours south of the Olympic Village, there will not only be competitive airfare rates into Seattle, but there is also a direct train route to/from Vancouver seven days a week. Want to avoid the chaos of the city but still enjoy the games? Think Seattle for your Olympic destination.
Seattle: Your Olympic destination.
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The primary goal of the SSC is to promote Seattle as a destination for national sporting events with its world class facilities, well-executed events, and strong community and government support. Visit their website for ideas on sporting events and activities available to you during your visit to Seattle.
www.seattlesports.org
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