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WHAT:
Expanding Your Horizons (EYH) Conference is a one-day conference designed to engage and inspire middle school students —especially Young women, trans and nonbinary youth—to explore careers in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM). Through hands-on workshops, mentorship opportunities, and interactive sessions, participants will gain confidence, discover new interests, and connect with professionals in a variety of STEAM fields.
WHO:
EYH is designed for:
young women, trans, and non-binary students of all genders, including and especially youth who identify as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) in 6th, 7th, and 8th grades from across our region.
Women, trans, and non-binary professionals of all genders, including and especially BIPOC professionals in STEAM fields who are interested in mentoring and inspiring the next generation.
The conference is a welcoming and inclusive space for all students who feel they would benefit from a program centered on empowering young women and gender minorities in STEAM. No prior experience is necessary—just bring curiosity and enthusiasm.
Heartsaver First Aid, CPR, AED: Adult, child & infant for lay person
? 9am – 2pm
? Cost $85.00 – includes required book
? To receive your Heartsaver ecard, you must have a valid
email address
*Add the Bloodborne Pathogens Course to any Heartsaver
Course. Exposure to HIV, AIDS, bodily fluid, etc. The
bloodborne pathogens course takes approximately 45
minutes and immediately follows the Heartsaver Course.
? Cost: $15.00 – includes required boo
Join us each Saturday for movies at the library on the big screen. Bring a comfy pillow and bottled water. Popcorn will be provided. Call or stop in for this month’s titles. For all ages.
The Olympic Peninsula is generally characterized as a land of forests. But while there are many forests and while forest potential exists nearly everywhere else, what settlers found when they arrived was a richer landscape of forests, open woodlands, savannas and prairies. What was not appreciated was that these openings were the work of native people managing the landscape to better serve their needs. What greeted the settlers eyes suggested great promise. But the Olympic Peninsula challenged the settlers’ toolbox in ways they hadn’t expected and often they were discouraged as their efforts to farm went unrewarded. We will explore the native landscape that greeted the settlers. Why the forests and prairies were where they were and why most are now gone. And, why farms, towns and managed forests are where they are. How did nature interact with Native management and later with settler management to create their respective landscapes? Light refreshments offered after
This engaging program includes rich stories, rhymes, songs, and movement games for the whole family! All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by a participating adult.
Agencies that may attend
QUINAULT WELLNESS CENTER
CHAVEZ BEAUTY SCHOOL
SEA-MAR
GH TREATMENT SOLUTIONS
OLYMPIC AREA AGENCY OF AGING (03A)
CCAP EMPLOYMENT DEPT.
CCAP HOUSING DEPT.
GHC PUBLIC HEALTH
GH VETERANS RESOURCES
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE CENTER
COLUMBIA WELLNESS
CATHOLIC COMMUNTIY SERVICES
Join us each Saturday for movies at the library on the big screen. Bring a comfy pillow and bottled water. Popcorn will be provided. Call or stop in for this month’s titles. For all ages.
Jeff Evans, voted Seattle’s funniest magician, is bringing his talent to the McCleary Museum & Event Center for an evening of fun and amazement. This all ages show is perfect for the whole family! Don’t miss The Amazing Magic Show with Jeff Evans at 7:00PM Saturday, March 22, 2025. Tickets available online, by calling the event center at 360-964-0561 or at the door.
In 2009, shortly after its inception, Westport Winery hosted its first lecture on Kurt Cobain. At that time, his grandfather Leland was able to share his memories as well. He has passed, but his co-presenter that day, Jeff Burlingame, will return to Westport Winery on Sunday, March 23 from 3pm to 5pm for a personal appearance.
Jeff, an NAACP Image Award-winning author of more than 30 books, will be signing his most recent book, a biography for teens and adults titled, Kurt Cobain: Oh Well, Whatever, Nevermind. This insightful and carefully researched biography hit No.1 on Amazon’s teen sales charts on its release.
Burlingame also will sign two of his other titles: George Varnell: The Life and Times of a Pioneering Sportsman and Moon Olympic Peninsula, which has been the number one Olympic Peninsula book in the U.S. for 10 years. All these incredible reads can be purchased at the event, or you can bring your own copy for signing by this award-winning local author.
No reservations are required for Jeff Burlingam’s book signing. The winery will announce another book signing in May with a New York Times best-selling author.
Runners from throughout western Washington will be gathering April 12 for the first annual Lions Stride for Sight Olympia. Participants will step off at 9 a.m. along the Chehalis Western Trail.
With USTAF certified 5k and 10k courses and a family friendly one mile course, Stride for Sight offers options for hard core runners and beginners alike. Blind runners are welcome and the sighted partner/guide registers for free. The one mile course is free as well and open to runners, walkers or families with strollers.
Register by March 31 to enjoy early bird discount and guarantee your tshirt size. Learn more at https://olympiahostlions.org/stride-for-sight or register at https://runsignup.com/race/wa/lacey/strideforsight .
Sponsored by Olympia Host Lions and a long list of generous businesses, Stride for Sight will benefit the Lions Low Vision Resource Center, providing free loans of magnifying equipment and other devices for those with failing vision. The Low Vision Resource Center serves people throughout southwest Washington by appointment at 360 790-8667.
WDFW approves nine days of coastal razor clam digs beginning March 26; more digs planned through May 15
OLYMPIA – Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) shellfish managers confirmed nine days of razor clam digs on coastal beaches beginning Wednesday, March 26.
“This next tide series will have a bit of everything with the last afternoon to evening tides of the season and the beginning of the spring morning digs,” said Bryce Blumenthal, WDFW’s recreational razor clam manager. “Morning tides usually bring new participants and larger crowds, so we want to remind beachgoers to respect the 25-mph speed limit and only drive on the hard-packed sand near the high tide line to keep diggers safe and avoid disturbing clam beds and snowy plover nests.”
As in past years, WDFW is asking beachgoers to avoid disturbing nesting snowy plovers – a small bird with gray wings and a white breast – by staying out of the dunes and posted areas along the southwest coast. Snowy plover nests are nearly invisible, and it is vital to give birds the space to live and thrive during the nesting period, especially along the southern end on Twin Harbors – known as Midway Beach – and north of Second Avenue in Ocean City to the north end of Copalis Beach and the north end of Long Beach.
Avoid leaving leftover food or trash – which attracts predators – on the beach and picnic areas, keep pets on a leash, stay out of dunes, and avoid areas which are clearly marked with posted signs.
Not all coastal beaches are open for every dig, so diggers are encouraged to make sure their intended destination is open before heading out. Most successful digging occurs between one and two hours before the listed time of low tide.
The following confirmed digs March 26 through April 3 will proceed as scheduled, after marine toxin results from the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) showed razor clams are safe to eat.
Confirmed dates during evening (noon to midnight only) low tides March 26-28:
- March 26, Wednesday, 5:08 p.m.; 0.0 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- March 27, Thursday, 5:50 p.m.; -0.1 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- March 28, Friday, 6:29 p.m.; 0.0 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
Confirmed dates during morning (midnight to noon only) low tides March 29-April 3:
- March 29, Saturday, 6:58 a.m.; -0.1 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- March 30, Sunday, 7:43 a.m.; -0.8 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- March 31, Monday, 8:28 a.m.; -1.2 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- April 1, Tuesday, 9:17 a.m.; -1.3 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- April 2, Wednesday, 10:09 a.m.; -1.0 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- April 3, Thursday, 11:07 a.m.; -0.5 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
Tentative dates during morning (midnight to noon only) low tides April 12-18:
- April 12, Saturday, 6:57 a.m.; 0.4 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- April 13, Sunday, 7:29 a.m.; 0.0 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- April 14, Monday, 8:00 a.m.; -0.2 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- April 15, Tuesday, 8:33 a.m.; -0.3 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- April 16, Wednesday, 9:08 a.m.; -0.2 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- April 17, Thursday, 9:48 a.m.; 0.0 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- April 18, Friday, 10:33 a.m.; 0.3 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
Tentative dates during morning (midnight to noon only) low tides April 26-May 3:
- April 26, Saturday, 5:53 a.m.; -0.6 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- April 27, Sunday, 6:40 a.m.; -1.5 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- April 28, Monday, 7:25 a.m.; -2.0 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- April 29, Tuesday, 8:12 a.m.; -2.2 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- April 30, Wednesday, 9:00 a.m.; -2.0 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- May 1, Thursday, 9:52 a.m.; -1.6 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- May 2, Friday, 10:47 a.m.; -0.9 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (digging extended until 2 p.m.)
- May 3, Saturday, 11:48 a.m.; -0.2 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (digging extended until 2 p.m.)
Tentative dates during morning (midnight to noon only) low tides May 10-15:
- May 10, Saturday, 5:58 a.m.; 0.1 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- May 11, Sunday, 6:32 a.m.; -0.4 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- May 12, Monday, 7:05 a.m.; -0.7 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- May 13, Tuesday, 7:38 a.m.; -0.9 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- May 14, Wednesday, 8:13 a.m.; -0.9 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- May 15, Thursday, 8:49 a.m.; -0.8 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
DOH?requires test samples for marine toxins, and domoic acid levels must fall under the guideline level before a beach can open for digging. Domoic acid, a natural toxin produced by certain types of marine algae, can be harmful or fatal if consumed in sufficient quantities. Refer to DOH’s website for more information.
Final approval usually occurs about a week or less before the start of each digging series. More information about domoic acid, as well as current levels at ocean beaches, can be found on?WDFW’s domoic acid webpage.
On all open beaches, the daily limit is 15 clams per person. Each digger’s clams must be kept in a separate container, and all diggers must keep the first 15 clams they dig, regardless of size or condition, to prevent waste.
Washingtonians should consider buying 2025-2026 recreational licenses now especially if they plan to dig for razor clams in April. Be sure to buy a 2025-2026 license before current licenses expire on March 31. All diggers 15 or older must have an applicable fishing license to harvest razor clams on any beach. Licenses can be purchased from WDFW’s licensing website and from hundreds of license vendors around the state.
The Razor Clam Management Plan is available on WDFW’s website. For more information, refer to WDFW’s razor clam webpage.
WDFW works to preserve, protect, and perpetuate fish, wildlife and ecosystems while providing sustainable fish and wildlife recreational and commercial opportunities.
This engaging program includes rich stories, rhymes, songs, and movement games for the whole family! All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by a participating adult.
WDFW approves nine days of coastal razor clam digs beginning March 26; more digs planned through May 15
OLYMPIA – Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) shellfish managers confirmed nine days of razor clam digs on coastal beaches beginning Wednesday, March 26.
“This next tide series will have a bit of everything with the last afternoon to evening tides of the season and the beginning of the spring morning digs,” said Bryce Blumenthal, WDFW’s recreational razor clam manager. “Morning tides usually bring new participants and larger crowds, so we want to remind beachgoers to respect the 25-mph speed limit and only drive on the hard-packed sand near the high tide line to keep diggers safe and avoid disturbing clam beds and snowy plover nests.”
As in past years, WDFW is asking beachgoers to avoid disturbing nesting snowy plovers – a small bird with gray wings and a white breast – by staying out of the dunes and posted areas along the southwest coast. Snowy plover nests are nearly invisible, and it is vital to give birds the space to live and thrive during the nesting period, especially along the southern end on Twin Harbors – known as Midway Beach – and north of Second Avenue in Ocean City to the north end of Copalis Beach and the north end of Long Beach.
Avoid leaving leftover food or trash – which attracts predators – on the beach and picnic areas, keep pets on a leash, stay out of dunes, and avoid areas which are clearly marked with posted signs.
Not all coastal beaches are open for every dig, so diggers are encouraged to make sure their intended destination is open before heading out. Most successful digging occurs between one and two hours before the listed time of low tide.
The following confirmed digs March 26 through April 3 will proceed as scheduled, after marine toxin results from the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) showed razor clams are safe to eat.
Confirmed dates during evening (noon to midnight only) low tides March 26-28:
- March 26, Wednesday, 5:08 p.m.; 0.0 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- March 27, Thursday, 5:50 p.m.; -0.1 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- March 28, Friday, 6:29 p.m.; 0.0 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
Confirmed dates during morning (midnight to noon only) low tides March 29-April 3:
- March 29, Saturday, 6:58 a.m.; -0.1 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- March 30, Sunday, 7:43 a.m.; -0.8 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- March 31, Monday, 8:28 a.m.; -1.2 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- April 1, Tuesday, 9:17 a.m.; -1.3 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- April 2, Wednesday, 10:09 a.m.; -1.0 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- April 3, Thursday, 11:07 a.m.; -0.5 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
Tentative dates during morning (midnight to noon only) low tides April 12-18:
- April 12, Saturday, 6:57 a.m.; 0.4 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- April 13, Sunday, 7:29 a.m.; 0.0 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- April 14, Monday, 8:00 a.m.; -0.2 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- April 15, Tuesday, 8:33 a.m.; -0.3 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- April 16, Wednesday, 9:08 a.m.; -0.2 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- April 17, Thursday, 9:48 a.m.; 0.0 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- April 18, Friday, 10:33 a.m.; 0.3 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
Tentative dates during morning (midnight to noon only) low tides April 26-May 3:
- April 26, Saturday, 5:53 a.m.; -0.6 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- April 27, Sunday, 6:40 a.m.; -1.5 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- April 28, Monday, 7:25 a.m.; -2.0 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- April 29, Tuesday, 8:12 a.m.; -2.2 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- April 30, Wednesday, 9:00 a.m.; -2.0 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- May 1, Thursday, 9:52 a.m.; -1.6 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- May 2, Friday, 10:47 a.m.; -0.9 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (digging extended until 2 p.m.)
- May 3, Saturday, 11:48 a.m.; -0.2 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (digging extended until 2 p.m.)
Tentative dates during morning (midnight to noon only) low tides May 10-15:
- May 10, Saturday, 5:58 a.m.; 0.1 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- May 11, Sunday, 6:32 a.m.; -0.4 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- May 12, Monday, 7:05 a.m.; -0.7 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- May 13, Tuesday, 7:38 a.m.; -0.9 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- May 14, Wednesday, 8:13 a.m.; -0.9 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- May 15, Thursday, 8:49 a.m.; -0.8 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
DOH?requires test samples for marine toxins, and domoic acid levels must fall under the guideline level before a beach can open for digging. Domoic acid, a natural toxin produced by certain types of marine algae, can be harmful or fatal if consumed in sufficient quantities. Refer to DOH’s website for more information.
Final approval usually occurs about a week or less before the start of each digging series. More information about domoic acid, as well as current levels at ocean beaches, can be found on?WDFW’s domoic acid webpage.
On all open beaches, the daily limit is 15 clams per person. Each digger’s clams must be kept in a separate container, and all diggers must keep the first 15 clams they dig, regardless of size or condition, to prevent waste.
Washingtonians should consider buying 2025-2026 recreational licenses now especially if they plan to dig for razor clams in April. Be sure to buy a 2025-2026 license before current licenses expire on March 31. All diggers 15 or older must have an applicable fishing license to harvest razor clams on any beach. Licenses can be purchased from WDFW’s licensing website and from hundreds of license vendors around the state.
The Razor Clam Management Plan is available on WDFW’s website. For more information, refer to WDFW’s razor clam webpage.
WDFW works to preserve, protect, and perpetuate fish, wildlife and ecosystems while providing sustainable fish and wildlife recreational and commercial opportunities.
Runners from throughout western Washington will be gathering April 12 for the first annual Lions Stride for Sight Olympia. Participants will step off at 9 a.m. along the Chehalis Western Trail.
With USTAF certified 5k and 10k courses and a family friendly one mile course, Stride for Sight offers options for hard core runners and beginners alike. Blind runners are welcome and the sighted partner/guide registers for free. The one mile course is free as well and open to runners, walkers or families with strollers.
Register by March 31 to enjoy early bird discount and guarantee your tshirt size. Learn more at https://olympiahostlions.org/stride-for-sight or register at https://runsignup.com/race/wa/lacey/strideforsight .
Sponsored by Olympia Host Lions and a long list of generous businesses, Stride for Sight will benefit the Lions Low Vision Resource Center, providing free loans of magnifying equipment and other devices for those with failing vision. The Low Vision Resource Center serves people throughout southwest Washington by appointment at 360 790-8667.
WDFW approves nine days of coastal razor clam digs beginning March 26; more digs planned through May 15
OLYMPIA – Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) shellfish managers confirmed nine days of razor clam digs on coastal beaches beginning Wednesday, March 26.
“This next tide series will have a bit of everything with the last afternoon to evening tides of the season and the beginning of the spring morning digs,” said Bryce Blumenthal, WDFW’s recreational razor clam manager. “Morning tides usually bring new participants and larger crowds, so we want to remind beachgoers to respect the 25-mph speed limit and only drive on the hard-packed sand near the high tide line to keep diggers safe and avoid disturbing clam beds and snowy plover nests.”
As in past years, WDFW is asking beachgoers to avoid disturbing nesting snowy plovers – a small bird with gray wings and a white breast – by staying out of the dunes and posted areas along the southwest coast. Snowy plover nests are nearly invisible, and it is vital to give birds the space to live and thrive during the nesting period, especially along the southern end on Twin Harbors – known as Midway Beach – and north of Second Avenue in Ocean City to the north end of Copalis Beach and the north end of Long Beach.
Avoid leaving leftover food or trash – which attracts predators – on the beach and picnic areas, keep pets on a leash, stay out of dunes, and avoid areas which are clearly marked with posted signs.
Not all coastal beaches are open for every dig, so diggers are encouraged to make sure their intended destination is open before heading out. Most successful digging occurs between one and two hours before the listed time of low tide.
The following confirmed digs March 26 through April 3 will proceed as scheduled, after marine toxin results from the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) showed razor clams are safe to eat.
Confirmed dates during evening (noon to midnight only) low tides March 26-28:
- March 26, Wednesday, 5:08 p.m.; 0.0 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- March 27, Thursday, 5:50 p.m.; -0.1 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- March 28, Friday, 6:29 p.m.; 0.0 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
Confirmed dates during morning (midnight to noon only) low tides March 29-April 3:
- March 29, Saturday, 6:58 a.m.; -0.1 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- March 30, Sunday, 7:43 a.m.; -0.8 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- March 31, Monday, 8:28 a.m.; -1.2 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- April 1, Tuesday, 9:17 a.m.; -1.3 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- April 2, Wednesday, 10:09 a.m.; -1.0 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- April 3, Thursday, 11:07 a.m.; -0.5 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
Tentative dates during morning (midnight to noon only) low tides April 12-18:
- April 12, Saturday, 6:57 a.m.; 0.4 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- April 13, Sunday, 7:29 a.m.; 0.0 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- April 14, Monday, 8:00 a.m.; -0.2 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- April 15, Tuesday, 8:33 a.m.; -0.3 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- April 16, Wednesday, 9:08 a.m.; -0.2 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- April 17, Thursday, 9:48 a.m.; 0.0 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- April 18, Friday, 10:33 a.m.; 0.3 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
Tentative dates during morning (midnight to noon only) low tides April 26-May 3:
- April 26, Saturday, 5:53 a.m.; -0.6 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- April 27, Sunday, 6:40 a.m.; -1.5 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- April 28, Monday, 7:25 a.m.; -2.0 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- April 29, Tuesday, 8:12 a.m.; -2.2 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- April 30, Wednesday, 9:00 a.m.; -2.0 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- May 1, Thursday, 9:52 a.m.; -1.6 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- May 2, Friday, 10:47 a.m.; -0.9 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (digging extended until 2 p.m.)
- May 3, Saturday, 11:48 a.m.; -0.2 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (digging extended until 2 p.m.)
Tentative dates during morning (midnight to noon only) low tides May 10-15:
- May 10, Saturday, 5:58 a.m.; 0.1 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- May 11, Sunday, 6:32 a.m.; -0.4 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- May 12, Monday, 7:05 a.m.; -0.7 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- May 13, Tuesday, 7:38 a.m.; -0.9 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- May 14, Wednesday, 8:13 a.m.; -0.9 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- May 15, Thursday, 8:49 a.m.; -0.8 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
DOH?requires test samples for marine toxins, and domoic acid levels must fall under the guideline level before a beach can open for digging. Domoic acid, a natural toxin produced by certain types of marine algae, can be harmful or fatal if consumed in sufficient quantities. Refer to DOH’s website for more information.
Final approval usually occurs about a week or less before the start of each digging series. More information about domoic acid, as well as current levels at ocean beaches, can be found on?WDFW’s domoic acid webpage.
On all open beaches, the daily limit is 15 clams per person. Each digger’s clams must be kept in a separate container, and all diggers must keep the first 15 clams they dig, regardless of size or condition, to prevent waste.
Washingtonians should consider buying 2025-2026 recreational licenses now especially if they plan to dig for razor clams in April. Be sure to buy a 2025-2026 license before current licenses expire on March 31. All diggers 15 or older must have an applicable fishing license to harvest razor clams on any beach. Licenses can be purchased from WDFW’s licensing website and from hundreds of license vendors around the state.
The Razor Clam Management Plan is available on WDFW’s website. For more information, refer to WDFW’s razor clam webpage.
WDFW works to preserve, protect, and perpetuate fish, wildlife and ecosystems while providing sustainable fish and wildlife recreational and commercial opportunities.
The community has spoken and we are excited to bring back our legendary potluck for our Annual Meeting this year! Join the board and staff of the Community Farm Land Trust and enjoy amazing food in the company of others who are passionate about our community’s farmers, farmlands, and food system. Our potluck will begin at 5:30pm with live music and dancing at 7:30pm
Runners from throughout western Washington will be gathering April 12 for the first annual Lions Stride for Sight Olympia. Participants will step off at 9 a.m. along the Chehalis Western Trail.
With USTAF certified 5k and 10k courses and a family friendly one mile course, Stride for Sight offers options for hard core runners and beginners alike. Blind runners are welcome and the sighted partner/guide registers for free. The one mile course is free as well and open to runners, walkers or families with strollers.
Register by March 31 to enjoy early bird discount and guarantee your tshirt size. Learn more at https://olympiahostlions.org/stride-for-sight or register at https://runsignup.com/race/wa/lacey/strideforsight .
Sponsored by Olympia Host Lions and a long list of generous businesses, Stride for Sight will benefit the Lions Low Vision Resource Center, providing free loans of magnifying equipment and other devices for those with failing vision. The Low Vision Resource Center serves people throughout southwest Washington by appointment at 360 790-8667.
Fair Trade from five continents, select PNW vendors and FOOD. Artisan Faire Adopt-A-Resident year-round gift giving program for Green Lake Assisted Living Ocean Shores residents. This us the only Assisted Living community in the North Beach.
Marc Myrsell, a Washington and Oregon land surveyor, has been researching historical accounts and concurrent reports of Sasquatch and other cryptids for over 30 years. He will be presenting his historical research, reports of current, local sightings as well as the current state of Sasquatch research and how you can get involved
Join us each Saturday for movies at the library on the big screen. Bring a comfy pillow and bottled water. Popcorn will be provided. Call or stop in for this month’s titles. For all ages.
Runners from throughout western Washington will be gathering April 12 for the first annual Lions Stride for Sight Olympia. Participants will step off at 9 a.m. along the Chehalis Western Trail.
With USTAF certified 5k and 10k courses and a family friendly one mile course, Stride for Sight offers options for hard core runners and beginners alike. Blind runners are welcome and the sighted partner/guide registers for free. The one mile course is free as well and open to runners, walkers or families with strollers.
Register by March 31 to enjoy early bird discount and guarantee your tshirt size. Learn more at https://olympiahostlions.org/stride-for-sight or register at https://runsignup.com/race/wa/lacey/strideforsight .
Sponsored by Olympia Host Lions and a long list of generous businesses, Stride for Sight will benefit the Lions Low Vision Resource Center, providing free loans of magnifying equipment and other devices for those with failing vision. The Low Vision Resource Center serves people throughout southwest Washington by appointment at 360 790-8667.
WDFW approves nine days of coastal razor clam digs beginning March 26; more digs planned through May 15
OLYMPIA – Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) shellfish managers confirmed nine days of razor clam digs on coastal beaches beginning Wednesday, March 26.
“This next tide series will have a bit of everything with the last afternoon to evening tides of the season and the beginning of the spring morning digs,” said Bryce Blumenthal, WDFW’s recreational razor clam manager. “Morning tides usually bring new participants and larger crowds, so we want to remind beachgoers to respect the 25-mph speed limit and only drive on the hard-packed sand near the high tide line to keep diggers safe and avoid disturbing clam beds and snowy plover nests.”
As in past years, WDFW is asking beachgoers to avoid disturbing nesting snowy plovers – a small bird with gray wings and a white breast – by staying out of the dunes and posted areas along the southwest coast. Snowy plover nests are nearly invisible, and it is vital to give birds the space to live and thrive during the nesting period, especially along the southern end on Twin Harbors – known as Midway Beach – and north of Second Avenue in Ocean City to the north end of Copalis Beach and the north end of Long Beach.
Avoid leaving leftover food or trash – which attracts predators – on the beach and picnic areas, keep pets on a leash, stay out of dunes, and avoid areas which are clearly marked with posted signs.
Not all coastal beaches are open for every dig, so diggers are encouraged to make sure their intended destination is open before heading out. Most successful digging occurs between one and two hours before the listed time of low tide.
The following confirmed digs March 26 through April 3 will proceed as scheduled, after marine toxin results from the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) showed razor clams are safe to eat.
Confirmed dates during evening (noon to midnight only) low tides March 26-28:
- March 26, Wednesday, 5:08 p.m.; 0.0 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- March 27, Thursday, 5:50 p.m.; -0.1 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- March 28, Friday, 6:29 p.m.; 0.0 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
Confirmed dates during morning (midnight to noon only) low tides March 29-April 3:
- March 29, Saturday, 6:58 a.m.; -0.1 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- March 30, Sunday, 7:43 a.m.; -0.8 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- March 31, Monday, 8:28 a.m.; -1.2 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- April 1, Tuesday, 9:17 a.m.; -1.3 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- April 2, Wednesday, 10:09 a.m.; -1.0 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- April 3, Thursday, 11:07 a.m.; -0.5 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
Tentative dates during morning (midnight to noon only) low tides April 12-18:
- April 12, Saturday, 6:57 a.m.; 0.4 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- April 13, Sunday, 7:29 a.m.; 0.0 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- April 14, Monday, 8:00 a.m.; -0.2 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- April 15, Tuesday, 8:33 a.m.; -0.3 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- April 16, Wednesday, 9:08 a.m.; -0.2 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- April 17, Thursday, 9:48 a.m.; 0.0 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- April 18, Friday, 10:33 a.m.; 0.3 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
Tentative dates during morning (midnight to noon only) low tides April 26-May 3:
- April 26, Saturday, 5:53 a.m.; -0.6 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- April 27, Sunday, 6:40 a.m.; -1.5 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- April 28, Monday, 7:25 a.m.; -2.0 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- April 29, Tuesday, 8:12 a.m.; -2.2 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- April 30, Wednesday, 9:00 a.m.; -2.0 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- May 1, Thursday, 9:52 a.m.; -1.6 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- May 2, Friday, 10:47 a.m.; -0.9 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (digging extended until 2 p.m.)
- May 3, Saturday, 11:48 a.m.; -0.2 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (digging extended until 2 p.m.)
Tentative dates during morning (midnight to noon only) low tides May 10-15:
- May 10, Saturday, 5:58 a.m.; 0.1 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- May 11, Sunday, 6:32 a.m.; -0.4 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- May 12, Monday, 7:05 a.m.; -0.7 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- May 13, Tuesday, 7:38 a.m.; -0.9 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- May 14, Wednesday, 8:13 a.m.; -0.9 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- May 15, Thursday, 8:49 a.m.; -0.8 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
DOH?requires test samples for marine toxins, and domoic acid levels must fall under the guideline level before a beach can open for digging. Domoic acid, a natural toxin produced by certain types of marine algae, can be harmful or fatal if consumed in sufficient quantities. Refer to DOH’s website for more information.
Final approval usually occurs about a week or less before the start of each digging series. More information about domoic acid, as well as current levels at ocean beaches, can be found on?WDFW’s domoic acid webpage.
On all open beaches, the daily limit is 15 clams per person. Each digger’s clams must be kept in a separate container, and all diggers must keep the first 15 clams they dig, regardless of size or condition, to prevent waste.
Washingtonians should consider buying 2025-2026 recreational licenses now especially if they plan to dig for razor clams in April. Be sure to buy a 2025-2026 license before current licenses expire on March 31. All diggers 15 or older must have an applicable fishing license to harvest razor clams on any beach. Licenses can be purchased from WDFW’s licensing website and from hundreds of license vendors around the state.
The Razor Clam Management Plan is available on WDFW’s website. For more information, refer to WDFW’s razor clam webpage.
WDFW works to preserve, protect, and perpetuate fish, wildlife and ecosystems while providing sustainable fish and wildlife recreational and commercial opportunities.
