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it's really not who wins or loses, it's how much fun you have playing the game. This is an entertaining WAC tradition perfect for singles, couples or groups. 6–9 pm; $68; cancel by July 15 ESCAPADES 20s/30s Trip to Portland Sounders vs. Timbers Friday, April 4–Sunday, April 6 Contact Club Programs for availability. $150 per person, non-cancellable. Contact Mary Ellen Jilek in Club Programs at mjilek@wac.net. Behind the Scenes at Husky Stadium Tuesday, April 15 Contact Club Programs to be waitlisted. 5:45–7:15 pm; $15; cancel by April 4 La Conner & Skagit Valley Tulip Festival Monday, April 28 Brighten up your spring with a day trip from Seattle to the annual Skagit Valley Tulip Festival, one of the most magnificent floral displays in the country. Board our motor coach at the WAC and then head north to the quaint town of La Conner, where lunch and spectacular views await at the Waterfront Café. After lunch, browse the town's eclectic boutiques, galleries, antiques, or the Skagit County Museum ($5 admission not included) before we visit the historic Victorian B.L. Martin home for a tour, champagne and dessert. B.L. Martin was a friend of Mr. Conner, for whom La Conner is named. Finally, we'll head to the colorful fields at Tulip Town and Roozengaarde, the Tulip Festival's pre- mier stops. Bring your camera to capture the vast acres of brilliantly colored fields and millions of tulips in full bloom. Stroll through the endless waves of tulips or stop and chat with the tulip growers. The gar- dens are labeled so you can purchase your favorite bulbs, cut flowers, or potted tulips to bring back home. The Skagit Valley Tulip Festival is the celebration of spring, and the tulip is the world's peace flower. Come celebrate your inner peace amidst one of nature's grandest and most vibrant palettes. Motor coach, lunch, admissions, and fees included. 9:30 am–5:30 pm; $75; cancel by April 21. Off to the Races! at Emerald Downs Saturday, May 17 Off to the races we go. The sound of pounding hooves and hearts give the sport of thoroughbred racing its own rhythm, intensity, and even its own language. Take in all of the glory of horse racing at Emerald Downs. The day of the tour also marks the 2014 Preakness. If this isn't enough excitement, Emerald Downs will be featuring RAINN' EM IN, a fun event (and a great cause) where teams race their inflatable bouncy horses down the track in between horse races. You'll enjoy all the sights and sounds of race day from a Triple Crown Suite, which will feature private wagering, stunning views of the race track, as well as a full buffet brimming with iced prawns and flank steak. This is a one-of-a-kind racing experience you won't want to miss. Get ready to don your best derby and finest race wear. Business-casual dress is a must. Event includes round-trip transportation, full buffet, two beverages, and other race-day amenities. 1–7:30 pm; $115; Cancel by May 2 Arboretum Kiwi Forest Tour Saturday, May 31 You may be surprised to find that New Zealand is as close as the Washington Park Arboretum's New Zealand Focal Forest. Opened this past September, it's been referred to as the most ambitious new M A R Y E L L E N J I L E K APRIL 2014 | Washington Athletic Club Magazine | 37 CLUB PROGRAMS 206.464.3060 • clubprograms@wac.net