Trip time...how about a 3 day kayak trip to Gulf Islands Sound?
Details - meet in Seattle on Friday night August 9th, and drive up to the Nanimo / Twassin Ferry crossing (about 90 minutes north of Seattle, just across the Canadian boarder. for the majority.
Let me know if you're interested and we will try to save a spot for you. Space is limited on these trips. For those coming from tCalifornia, it's a complete no-brainer to fly into Seattle - couple of hours and inexpensive. I have no idea of the exact trip cost at this time - last time it I think it worked out to about $150 each -- which included kayak rental, food, beer, wine, and camping fees, etc. maybe even less.