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WDFW announces razor clam dates ahead of Long Beach Razor Clam Festival; Asks beachgoers to avoid snowy plovers
OLYMPIA – Razor clam diggers can return to various ocean beaches for a three-day opening beginning Saturday, April 20 and extending through Earth Day, April 22.
State shellfish managers with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) approved the dig on morning low tides after marine toxin tests showed the clams are safe to eat.
The upcoming dig is approved on the following beaches, dates, and low tides:
- April 20, Saturday, 7:58 a.m.; -1.1 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis;
- April 21, Sunday, 8:42 a.m.; -1.2 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- April 22, Monday, 9:25 a.m.; -1.0 feet; Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
“This is a weekend opening that should not be missed,” said Dan Ayres, WDFW coastal shellfish manager. “The Long Beach Razor Clam festival on Saturday (http://longbeachrazorclamfestival.com), features clam digging and chowder contests, clam digging lessons, and live music – even pirates and mermaids making an occasional appearance.”
As in past years, WDFW is asking beachgoers to take care to avoid nesting snowy plovers.
“With barely 100 of these birds still surviving on the Southwest Washington Coast, it is vitally important for beachgoers to stay out of posted areas,” said Ayres. “Snowy plover nests are nearly invisible, so we want people to give these birds the space they need to live and thrive during their nesting period, especially near Midway Beach and while walking towards the north end of Long Beach.”
Ayres recommends people avoid leaving leftover food or trash on the beach–which attracts predators–avoid the dunes as much as possible, and heed the 25-mile per hour speed limit if driving on the beach.
Diggers should hit the beach about an hour or two before low tide for the best results.
All diggers age 15 or older must have an applicable 2019-20 fishing license to harvest razor clams on any beach; 2018-19 licenses are no longer valid for this dig. Licenses, ranging from a three-day razor clam license (starting at $9.70) to an annual combination fishing license, are available on WDFW’s website at https://fishhunt.dfw.wa.gov and from license vendors around the state.
Under state law, diggers at open beaches can take 15 razor clams per day and are required to keep the first 15 they dig. Each digger’s clams must be kept in a separate container.
Ayres noted that based on the remaining number of clams to harvest, this is very likely the last razor clam dig of the season at Long Beach and Copalis beaches.
WDFW is the state agency tasked with preserving, protecting and perpetuating fish, wildlife and ecosystems, while providing sustainable fishing, hunting and other outdoor recreation opportunities. WDFW razor clam digs support outdoor lifestyles and coastal economies.
Join us for a local brew and conversation about threats to orcas and salmon. Then we’ll share ideas that might help protect these iconic species.
Light refreshments provided
Co-sponsored by the Grays Harbor Stream Team
Local BBQ masters and musicians will be coming together to create delicious food and soulful music at a Family BBQ and Roots Music Show this Saturday.
Grampa Kenny’s BBQ presents this fun family event at the Ocasta Recreation Hall, Saturday, May 11, 4-7 p.m.
Local musicians set to perform include Annymay Redeemed, Chris House, Guidon Bear, Rick Coval, and other local performers.
Profits from the event benefit sending local student musician Elijah House to Lutheran Summer Music in Indiana at Valparaiso University.
Menu: BBQ Brisket, BBQ Chicken (with Alabama White Sauce), Killer Mac & Cheese, Collard Greens, Cole Slaw, Peach Cobbler, and Iced Tea.
Prices: $15.00 for adults; $10.00 for Seniors and Children ages 10 and under. (Plus service fee if ordered through Brown Paper Tickets
https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/4223073).
All ages welcome. Wheelchair accessible.
Located off of State Route 105 between South Aberdeen and Westport.
The annual Home and Garden Show runs from May 18 through May 19 at the Grays Harbor County Fair and Event Center in Elma. Sponsored by the WSU Master Gardeners of Grays Harbor and Pacific Counties, the Event Center Pavilion will be overflowing with displays and vendors for all your springtime home and garden planning. Bring the kids on Saturday for a super-fun scavenger hunt. Saturday’s featured speaker is Sue Goetz, noted garden speaker, designer and writer from Tacoma. Ciscoe Morris returns on Sunday for his always-entertaining and informative talk.
Admission and parking are free. The hours are 9 to 5 on Saturday and 10 to 4 on Sunday.
The annual Home and Garden Show runs from May 18 through May 19 at the Grays Harbor County Fair and Event Center in Elma. Sponsored by the WSU Master Gardeners of Grays Harbor and Pacific Counties, the Event Center Pavilion will be overflowing with displays and vendors for all your springtime home and garden planning. Bring the kids on Saturday for a super-fun scavenger hunt. Saturday’s featured speaker is Sue Goetz, noted garden speaker, designer and writer from Tacoma. Ciscoe Morris returns on Sunday for his always-entertaining and informative talk.
Admission and parking are free. The hours are 9 to 5 on Saturday and 10 to 4 on Sunday.
Local produce, fare and makers every Sunday in Downtown Aberdeen. 10 am to 3 pm, through September 15th. This week will feature $25 professional photo shoots by Moyer Multimedia!
Local produce, fare and makers every Sunday in Downtown Aberdeen. 10 am to 3 pm, through September 15th.
Local produce, fare and makers every Sunday in Downtown Aberdeen. 10 am to 3 pm, through September 15th.
The 2019 Annual Garden Tour – Gardens, Sea, and Art – will be held Saturday, July 20, 2019, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm featuring gardens in Ocean Shores.
It is provided by the WSU Master Gardeners of Grays Harbor and Pacific Counties.
Tickets are $12 and more information is available by calling 360-482-2934 or visiting our web site at: https://extension.wsu.edu/graysharbor/event/2019-garden-tour/
Local produce, fare and makers every Sunday in Downtown Aberdeen. 10 am to 3 pm, through September 15th.
Local produce, fare and makers every Sunday in Downtown Aberdeen. 10 am to 3 pm, through September 15th.
Grays Harbor Stream team will be partnering with the Chehalis River Basin Land Trust and Forterra on August 3rd for an invasive plant removal work party from 10:00am – 1:00pm.
We will provide tools and gloves, along with coffee, donuts, snacks, and water. Please bring a reusable water bottle.
Local produce, fare and makers every Sunday in Downtown Aberdeen. 10 am to 3 pm, through September 15th.
On Saturday August 10th Grays Harbor Stream Team will be teaming up with the City of Cosmopolis to remove invasive species from Mill Creek Park.
Look for the blue Grays Harbor Stream Team tent where you will sign in and where coffee, donuts, snacks, and water will be provided. There will also be gloves, clippers and loppers for volunteers to use.
Hope you can join us!
Local produce, fare and makers every Sunday in Downtown Aberdeen. 10 am to 3 pm, through September 15th.
Local produce, fare and makers every Sunday in Downtown Aberdeen. 10 am to 3 pm, through September 15th.
Local produce, fare and makers every Sunday in Downtown Aberdeen. 10 am to 3 pm, through September 15th.
Grays Harbor Stream team will be partnering with the Chehalis River Basin Land Trust and Forterra on August 31st for an invasive plant removal work party from 10:00am – 1:00pm.
We will provide tools and gloves, along with coffee, donuts, snacks, and water. Please bring a reusable water bottle.
10th Annual Lake Sylvia State Park
FALL FESTIVAL
Saturday, September 21, 2019 at 7 AM – 4 PM
Lake Sylvia State Park – 1813 Lake Sylvia Rd North Montesano, WA
https://www.facebook.com/LakeSylviaStateParkFallFestival/
Pancake Breakfast
7 am—11 pm $5
Trail Races 8:30 am
Half Marathon / 10K / 5 K
Artists Market 9 am—4 pm
Food Booths and Live Music
Historic Talk by “Doc Shores” 1 pm
Kayak Paddle 2 pm
Kids Vintage Games and Nature Crafts
Educational booths by Stream Team
Razor clam diggers may be able to return to Long Beach for a three-day opening beginning Sept. 27, pending favorable marine toxin results later this month.
The upcoming dig is proposed for the following dates and morning low tides:
- Sept. 27, Friday, 5:52 a.m. -0.9, Long Beach only
- Sept. 28, Saturday, 6:36 a.m. -0.8, Long Beach only
- Sept. 29, Sunday, 7:19 am -0.6, Long Beach only
Final approval of the scheduled opening will depend on whether results of marine toxin tests show the clams are safe to eat. No digging would be allowed after noon.
“We know people have been looking forward to digging razor clams at Long Beach, and we’re pleased to say we believe based on our surveys that the beach is going to enter the line-up more frequently this fall and winter,” said Dan Ayres, WDFW coastal shellfish manager.
All diggers age 15 or older must have an applicable 2019-20 fishing license to harvest razor clams on any beach. Licenses, ranging from a three-day razor clam license to an annual combination fishing license, are available on WDFW’s website at https://fishhunt.dfw.wa.gov and from license vendors around the state.
“There will be some terrific razor clam digging in the months ahead,” said Ayres. He and his crew completed the final clam population survey of the summer on Friday, Aug. 30 in Ocean Park.
WDFW is currently assessing additional digs for Twin Harbors, Copalis and Mocrocks in October, but has not yet finished those assessments, nor set dates.
Under state law, diggers at open beaches can take 15 razor clams per day and are required to keep the first 15 they dig. Each digger’s clams must be kept in a separate container.
WDFW is the state agency tasked with preserving, protecting and perpetuating fish, wildlife and ecosystems, while providing sustainable fishing, hunting and other outdoor recreation opportunities. WDFW razor clam digs support outdoor lifestyles and coastal economies.
Razor clam diggers may be able to return to Long Beach for a three-day opening beginning Sept. 27, pending favorable marine toxin results later this month.
The upcoming dig is proposed for the following dates and morning low tides:
- Sept. 27, Friday, 5:52 a.m. -0.9, Long Beach only
- Sept. 28, Saturday, 6:36 a.m. -0.8, Long Beach only
- Sept. 29, Sunday, 7:19 am -0.6, Long Beach only
Final approval of the scheduled opening will depend on whether results of marine toxin tests show the clams are safe to eat. No digging would be allowed after noon.
“We know people have been looking forward to digging razor clams at Long Beach, and we’re pleased to say we believe based on our surveys that the beach is going to enter the line-up more frequently this fall and winter,” said Dan Ayres, WDFW coastal shellfish manager.
All diggers age 15 or older must have an applicable 2019-20 fishing license to harvest razor clams on any beach. Licenses, ranging from a three-day razor clam license to an annual combination fishing license, are available on WDFW’s website at https://fishhunt.dfw.wa.gov and from license vendors around the state.
“There will be some terrific razor clam digging in the months ahead,” said Ayres. He and his crew completed the final clam population survey of the summer on Friday, Aug. 30 in Ocean Park.
WDFW is currently assessing additional digs for Twin Harbors, Copalis and Mocrocks in October, but has not yet finished those assessments, nor set dates.
Under state law, diggers at open beaches can take 15 razor clams per day and are required to keep the first 15 they dig. Each digger’s clams must be kept in a separate container.
WDFW is the state agency tasked with preserving, protecting and perpetuating fish, wildlife and ecosystems, while providing sustainable fishing, hunting and other outdoor recreation opportunities. WDFW razor clam digs support outdoor lifestyles and coastal economies.
Razor clam diggers may be able to return to Long Beach for a three-day opening beginning Sept. 27, pending favorable marine toxin results later this month.
The upcoming dig is proposed for the following dates and morning low tides:
- Sept. 27, Friday, 5:52 a.m. -0.9, Long Beach only
- Sept. 28, Saturday, 6:36 a.m. -0.8, Long Beach only
- Sept. 29, Sunday, 7:19 am -0.6, Long Beach only
Final approval of the scheduled opening will depend on whether results of marine toxin tests show the clams are safe to eat. No digging would be allowed after noon.
“We know people have been looking forward to digging razor clams at Long Beach, and we’re pleased to say we believe based on our surveys that the beach is going to enter the line-up more frequently this fall and winter,” said Dan Ayres, WDFW coastal shellfish manager.
All diggers age 15 or older must have an applicable 2019-20 fishing license to harvest razor clams on any beach. Licenses, ranging from a three-day razor clam license to an annual combination fishing license, are available on WDFW’s website at https://fishhunt.dfw.wa.gov and from license vendors around the state.
“There will be some terrific razor clam digging in the months ahead,” said Ayres. He and his crew completed the final clam population survey of the summer on Friday, Aug. 30 in Ocean Park.
WDFW is currently assessing additional digs for Twin Harbors, Copalis and Mocrocks in October, but has not yet finished those assessments, nor set dates.
Under state law, diggers at open beaches can take 15 razor clams per day and are required to keep the first 15 they dig. Each digger’s clams must be kept in a separate container.
WDFW is the state agency tasked with preserving, protecting and perpetuating fish, wildlife and ecosystems, while providing sustainable fishing, hunting and other outdoor recreation opportunities. WDFW razor clam digs support outdoor lifestyles and coastal economies.
