Service Above Self
We meet In Person
Tuesdays at 12:00 p.m.
Bellingham Golf & Country Club
3729 Meridian Street
Bellingham , WA 98225
United States of America
Bellingham , WA 98225
United States of America
Isabelle Martinez Hayer, Rotary District 5050 Governor (2025 - 2026) speaks to the club and new member, Todd Luther, is inducted.
Commander Pratt talks about leadership and his current role directing the Navy’s LEGACY program, which mentors and develops emerging leaders across Naval Aviation. 
L to R: Paria (Bellingham RYE) Sofia, (Verona, Italy RYE) John Purdie, (Club President) Debbie Kiene (Club YEO)
Bellingham Bay Rotary club welcomed our Rotary Youth Exchange Short Term Exchange Program (RYE STEP) student, Paria, home from Italy and her Exchange sister from Italy, Sofia, to Bellingham during our club luncheon today. Paria shared highlights of her time in Italy as well as answered questions from members - as did Sofia. Very impressive young women!
In this picture, club president John P. presents Sofia with our club flag.
Kevin talked about the upcoming SeaFeast in September and the new Community Net Project. As we become a community hub to our maritime and fishing communities, we will talk about how to get involved year-round as we go into our 10th Anniversary year for 2026!
Jack discussed what homeowners and businesses should consider when investing in solar and the potential impacts of changes to tax credits and net metering.
Erica presented on the topic of how to deal with wildfire, smoke, and extreme heat on an individual basis
Left to right: Carlye (BBRC); Caroline (mom of Paria) Paria (exchange student from Verona, Italy); John (BBRC President); Debbie (BBRC)
President John presenting Paria with a Bellingham Bay Rotary c
Club flag to share with the Verona Est Club.
Bellingham Bay Rotary club members participated in the District 5050 "Epic Day of Service." Pictures from trail and bridge maintenance with Whatcom Land Trust. On a very cold and rainy Saturday morning, there were 60 volunteers who showed up for this project, of which 27 were Rotarians from multiple clubs.
Squalicum High School Student of the Month and speaker Ray Decker from Skookum Kids
Saturday, May 17, 2025 from 9AM to noon (lunch provided)
Simpson Land Reserve which is located at: 2076 Lake Louise Rd. in Bellingham, WA
Simpson Land Reserve which is located at: 2076 Lake Louise Rd. in Bellingham, WA
Rotary District 5050 and its 59 clubs will join together to be part of a global movement of action. This day of service will unite more than 2500 Rotary clubs, community members and partners across the globe in a single
day dedicated to making the world a better place. Whatcom County Rotary Clubs will be working collaboratively on this project with community volunteers, parks department employees, as well as staff from the Whatcom Land Trust. The project involves rebuilding a footbridge and constructing two additional footbridges as well as the eradication of invasive species of plants. There will be opportunities for service no matter what your skill set or abilities are. All tools and equipment will be provided by the Whatcom Land Trust
day dedicated to making the world a better place. Whatcom County Rotary Clubs will be working collaboratively on this project with community volunteers, parks department employees, as well as staff from the Whatcom Land Trust. The project involves rebuilding a footbridge and constructing two additional footbridges as well as the eradication of invasive species of plants. There will be opportunities for service no matter what your skill set or abilities are. All tools and equipment will be provided by the Whatcom Land Trust
Member Bob Moles shares about his trip to Honduras to help with the building of a new school
Dr. Rachael Muller presents her research on the effects of a potential oil spill in the Salish Sea.
Left to right: John Purdie (BBRC President), Debbie Kiene (BBRC, RYE, YEO), Haset Getachew (Ethiopia RYE), Ambre Gillet (France RYE), John Bosche (BBRC), Sue Parsons (RYE Counselor, RCOB)
Bellingham Bay Rotarias and Youth Exchange Student -- service and fellowship!
Club members John (left) and Tor (right) enjoy a Seahawk game
L to R: Carlye Gillespie (RYE Counselor), John Purdie (BBRC President), Ana Slouber (RYE 2023/24 to France), Ambre Gillet (RYE 2024/25 from France) Debbie Kiene, (RYE YEO)
Incoming exchange students greeted by Rotarians
Past President Tim Krell (left) received a Rotary Citation from Assistant Governor (and Bellingham Bay club member!) Mike Bates for setting and achieving annual club goals during his year as president.
Guest Speaker Steve Main, Doc Swinson (left) John Purdie, Club President (right)
Changing of the Guards event (left to right) Incoming President John Purdie, Exchange Students JV and Vera, Outgoing President Tim Krell, and Youth Exchange Chair Debbie Kiene
