6th Annual Fjordin Crossin
Saturday, June 22
Port of Hoodsport dock at the Hoodsport Marina
Fjordin Crossin is a fun family event that celebrates the old Linie Aquavit tradition of sending a barrel of Aquavit in a ship from Norway across the Equator and back to Norway. The Hardware Distillery pays homage to that spirit by sending a barrel of its dill aquavit across the Hood Canal, (our Fjord), with a festive Hoodsport celebration.
Entry is free
Paddle the Canal Challenge registration fee is $39. A reduced rate is offered for children and for early registration
Schedule of Events
11:00 am—Food, libations, and vendors are open at the Hoodsport Dock. For those not pre-registered, registration for Paddle the Canal is open.
12:40 pm—Parade from the distillery to the dock with the barrel of Aquavit. The parade is led by Scandinavian fiddle and accordion musicians, followed by all who want to join.
1:00 pm—Crossing the Fjord begins:
- When the parade arrives at the dock, the Hardware Distillery launches a barrel of aged Dill Aquavit on a boat. It travels from the Port of Hoodsport toward Tahuya and back, and when it returns, the Aquavit has been Fjordin Crossin.
- The Paddle the Canal challenge begins. All are invited to join. It is comprised of canoes, kayaks, SUPs and/or small sailboats. It is family friendly and pet friendly.
- The Lady Alderbrook arrives. Guests on the boat cheer on Paddle the Canal participants, and enjoy Hardware Distillery aquavit cocktails.
2:00 pm—Award ceremony and prizes for the Paddle Challengers.
3:00 pm—After party in Hoodsport. Visit the shops, restaurants, distillery and brewery.
Children’s Activities
- Craft opportunities at the dock and marina
- Norwegian elk hounds for children to pet and admire
- Touch tank for children to touch sea-life from the Hood Canal.
FREE shuttle
Departing the parking lot at the Hood Canal School at the corner of Hwy 106 and Hwy 101 and arriving in Hoodsport.
A small yellow school bus will run continuously between the School and Hoodsport.
Lady Alderbrook
The Lady Alderbrook offers a 2-hour cruise, which departs from the Alderbrook Resort & Spa’s dock, and travels toward Hoodsport. On board, Aquavit cocktails are served, and participants take in the day’s festivities from the center of the action. Spectators can purchase advance tickets from the Alderbrook Resort and Spa.
Salish Sea Rotary
The Salish Sea Rotary will donate all funds from the Aquavit Grotto to the Hood Canal School and other local school districts to help youth organizations, nutritional needs, science fairs, and other projects consistent with the Salish Sea Rotary mission statement.
Fjordin Beer Release Party at Potlatch Brewing
May 17, 2024
5:30 pm to 8 pm
Potlatch Bewery, 24180 N Hwy 101, Hoodsport
Cody Morris, head brewer and founder of Potlatch Brewing Company, is creating a limited release, small batch IPA, for Fjordin 2024.
Scandinavian sandwiches and other treats
Oysters from the Oyster Bank
Advance registration for Paddle the Canal, and Fjordin merchandise, t-shirts, bandanas, stickers and Fjordin cups will be available.
Drawing for a surprise gift from Hardware Distillery.
Fjordin Pizza Release Party at Hood Canale
June 7, 2024
5:30 pm to 8 pm
Hood Canale, 6871 WA-106, Union
A special Scandinavian pizza will be created for Fjordin 2024.
Advance registration for Paddle the Canal, and Fjordin merchandise, t-shirts, bandanas, stickers and Fjordin cups will be available.
Drawing for a surprise gift from Hardware Distillery.
Questions?
Contact info@bethetraveler.com
