DECEMBER 23RD’ S HIKE IS  PADILLA BAY SHORE TRAIL (TUESDAY)  Take some time out on the days before Christmas, and spend the morning walking along the Padilla Bay dike and back, an easy 6.7 miles. Meet at 9 AM. at the parking lot at the north end, on Second Street in Bayview. Allow 3 to 4 hrs for the hike  You may leave when you return to your car.  No pass; dogs on leash 

Difficulty:  Easy hike.