Måken: The Poulsbo Sons of Norway Newsletter

Photo: The Tapas Crew that made it happen  More than 50 guests gathered on July 26 for a sold-out evening celebrating the flavors of Spain. Hosted by Deb Adair Tongue, the event offered six carefully selected wines, each paired with a traditional tapa representing its region. The tasting began in Andalucía with the César Florido Amontillado Sherry, served alongside refreshing gazpacho. For some, the wine's name brought to mind Edgar Allan Poe's classic story " The Cask of Amontillado" , adding an unexpected literary touch to the first course. Guests then sampled Spanish wines paired with an assortment of tapas served family style. The menu offered something for everyone, including hearty beef, lamb and pork albóndigas al Jerez, savory seafood tapas gambas al ajillo and piquillos rellenos de atún . Other tasty options were vegan and gluten-free, such as gazpacho and patatas bravas . One of the evening's standout wines was the Mar de Frades Albariño 2024 from Gali...

  I hope you were able to join us for our August 5th meeting. We were fortunate to host a spokesman and volunteer from the Evergreen Mountain Bike Association (EMBA), who shared great information about the Port Gamble bike park—including lessons, youth camps, trail-maintenance opportunities, and more. Our next Adventurers’ Club meeting is on September 2 and will feature our very own Joanne Graves and her sister. Both are active with Washington Trails Association (WTA.org), the premier resource for hikers and backpackers. Joanne will be freshly back from Norway, where she’ll have hiked the St. Olaf Pilgrim Trail, and we’re hoping she’ll share a bit about that experience as well. If you enjoy backpacking, camping, or exploring backcountry forest roads, we have two upcoming outings you might love. August 28–30: A 3-day / 2-night backpacking trip in the Stevens Pass area. The trail is moderate and only 3 miles, making it accessible for most skill levels. September : A 1–2 night off-ro...

Vice President Joe Perez and Merchandise Coordinator Diane Power are pleased to have our latest merch sale wrapped up, and it sounds like everyone was happy with their orders! Unfortunately, we know quite a few members missed out this time around—but good news is coming. Keep an eye out for our new Poulsbo Sons of Norway online merch store, coming soon to the lodge website!  The new store will be ongoing, with no minimum order requirements, so you’ll be able  to shop whenever you’d like.  We’ll have a much bigger selection, including more logos, apparel  options, caps and hats, mugs, glasses, and more. The new store should be up and running by September. Stay tuned!

Did You Know You Can Get Away to Snoqualmie Pass  for Just $45 a Night? Yes, you read that right! One of the great perks of being a Sons of Norway member is having access to Trollhaugen Lodge at Snoqualmie Pass. We had the pleasure of visiting Trollhaugen for the second time this past July. Our first visit was during the winter for their annual cross-country ski race. This time, five couples from our lodge headed up for the District 2 Steak Fry on July 18, and several of us made a night of it and stayed over. If you’re not familiar with Trollhaugen, it was built in 1972 and is owned and operated by District 2, which our lodge is part of. It sleeps more than 50 people and has a large living room, two fireplaces, a ping-pong table, ski rentals, a hot tub, horseshoes and more. There are nearby spots for fishing, and the lodge sits next to a great trail system for hiking, biking and, of course, skiing. There’s also some fascinating history behind Trollhaugen and its founding members. Y...

Need a break, some great conversation, and a night of pure fun? Leave the men behind (or drop them off at the bar!) and join us in the Viking Room at the Poulsbo Sons of Norway! When : The last Tuesday of every month Time : 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Where : The Viking Room (Poulsbo Sons of Norway) Whether you come with your besties or come solo ready to make new friends, this is the place to be. Find common interests, share some laughs, and connect with other amazing gals in our community. Beverages are available from the bar. Feel free to bring your favorite snack to share with the group! As the saying goes: "I want us to see the possibilities with each other, and not the problems." Let’s build friendships and celebrate our community together. See you there for the social event of the month! If you have any questions, please contact Carly at (206) 473-1415.

The district two Sons of Norway adult heritage retreat is an opportunity to meet members from other lodges, learn or practice Norwegian folk arts, and relax in the mountains at Trollhuagen, the Sons of Norway District Two ski lodge on Stampede Pass.  This year's retreat is September 18-20. At the retreat you can learn to make a Viking bracelet, make a Bunad headband, try your hand on rutevev (Norwegian square weaving) and make felted acorns! We hope to have a Rosemaling class as well as instruction in Hardangar embroidery.  The $160 registration fee covers lodging, meals from dinner Friday until lunch Sunday, and class material and instruction. 

All members in good standing of the Poulsbo Sons of Norway lodge are EQUAL!  Though members’ past actions are always greatly appreciated, no member is entitled to special consideration because of previous generous acts. Members who wish to request special consideration must contact the current President and/or Secretary of the Board of Directors to request time on the board agenda. Members who need documents, research, or direct one-on-one attention from the Office Manager or the Bar Manager must be considerate and make an appointment.  Do not just pop into the office or bar.   “Quick drop ins” only will be accepted by the Office Manager in the lodge office from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm Tuesday through Friday.  Please do NOT drop in before 10:00 am. The Bar Manager will respond to texts Mondays and Fridays from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm and Wednesdays from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm as time is available.  As a matter of courtesy, please send texts only during these hours. Th...

Hei og velkommen, verdsatte medlemmer av Sons of Norway Poulsbo Lodge. August is the bridge between what we have accomplished and what we have yet to achieve. As we enter August, I encourage all to reflect on the difference volunteers make every day. The warmth of summer reminds us that kindness spreads like sunshine. Every hour we give, every person we help, and every member we encourage strengthens our fraternity and our community. Volunteers are the lifeblood of our Lodge. Through their time, effort, and dedication, good intentions become meaningful action. I extend my sincere gratitude to all who volunteer and support our Lodge. Your service not only strengthens our organization today but also helps preserve its legacy for future generations. As members return from summer activities, I hope we come back energized and ready to serve. Together, we can continue planning successful programs and events for the months ahead. The many accomplishments of the Poulsbo Sons of Norway Lodge ha...

The Sons of Norway in Poulsbo recently had the honor of celebrating the 105th birthday of Dan Willett, a remarkable member of our community whose life has been filled with family, adventure, and a love of the outdoors. Our Lodge Pancake Crew made Dan a special Pancake and sang Happy Birthday.  Dan was born on August 8, 1921, in Minnesota. His family has deep roots in American history, tracing their arrival to America on the second ship to reach Plymouth in 1626. Dan's mother, Ebba, was a full-blooded Swede, and his father came from a multi-national heritage. Left: Dan and his friend Louise at the August 2nd Pancake Breakfast. Below: The Pancake Crew Presents Dan's Special Birthday Pancake and S ings Happy Birthday. Growing up in Minnesota, Dan developed a passion for athletics and earned a varsity letter in hockey. His love of sports and the outdoors would remain constant throughout his life. In 1978, Dan and his wife, Helen, moved to Poulsbo, where their family settled along...