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The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) approved eight days of digging, beginning May 13. WDFW gave the okay for the series of digs after marine toxin tests showed the clams are safe to eat. No digging will be allowed on any beach after noon.
The agency also announced a list of proposed digs, which would run May 27 through June 1. Final approval of these digs will depend on marine toxin tests that will be conducted closer to the start date, said Dan Ayres, WDFW shellfish manager. The agency will announce final approval based on the results of the tests.
The following are approved and proposed dig dates, time and locations.
Fore more information, click here.
The upcoming digs are scheduled on the following dates, beaches and low tides:
- May 13, Tuesday, 6:21 a.m., -0.6 feet, Twin Harbors
- May 14, Wednesday, 7:02 a.m., -1.2 feet, Twin Harbors, Long Beach
- May 15, Thursday, 7:44 a.m., -1.5 feet, Twin Harbors, Long Beach
- May 16, Friday, 8:27 a.m., -1.7 feet, Twin Harbors, Long Beach, Copalis
- May 17, Saturday, 9:12 a.m., -1.7 feet, Twin Harbors, Long Beach, Copalis, Mocrocks
- May 18, Sunday, 9:59 a.m., -1.5 feet, Twin Harbors, Long Beach, Copalis, Mocrocks
- May 19, Monday, 10:50 a.m., -1.1 feet, Twin Harbors
- May 20, Tuesday, 11:44 a.m., -0.6 feet, Twin Harbors
Digs that have been proposed but not yet approved are tentatively scheduled on the following dates, beaches and low tides:
- May 27, Tuesday, 6:24 a.m., -1.0 feet, Twin Harbors, Long Beach
- May 28, Wednesday, 7:06 a.m., -1.3 feet, Twin Harbors, Long Beach
- May 29, Thursday, 7:45 a.m., -1.4 feet, Twin Harbors, Long Beach, Copalis, Mocrocks
- May 30, Friday, 8:23 a.m., -1.2 feet, Twin Harbors, Long Beach, Copalis, Mocrocks
- May 31, Saturday, 9:00 a.m., -1.0 feet, Twin Harbors, Long Beach, Copalis, Mocrocks
- June 1, Sunday, 9:37 a.m., -0.7 feet, Twin Harbors, Long Beach, Copalis, Mocrocks
Come one come all. Seaport Landing, Aberdeen’s new public waterfront and home port for the tall ships Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftain, is asking members of the Grays Harbor community to volunteer their time to prepare Lady Washington’s home for her 25th birthday celebration.
The Historical Seaport “Salty Saturday” Project Parties are scheduled from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Saturday from now through May in preparation for our ships return on June 5th. Salty Saturday projects are flexible and can accommodate individuals, groups or organizations. Minors over 12 are welcome, but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Our first Salty Saturday is scheduled for Saturday, March 1.
Inside and outside projects are available. A Seaport Landing staff member will help volunteers find an appropriate project. Volunteers should dress warmly, even for indoor projects. Volunteers interested in helping with gardening and landscaping should bring their own garden tools.
The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) approved eight days of digging, beginning May 13. WDFW gave the okay for the series of digs after marine toxin tests showed the clams are safe to eat. No digging will be allowed on any beach after noon.
The agency also announced a list of proposed digs, which would run May 27 through June 1. Final approval of these digs will depend on marine toxin tests that will be conducted closer to the start date, said Dan Ayres, WDFW shellfish manager. The agency will announce final approval based on the results of the tests.
The following are approved and proposed dig dates, time and locations.
Fore more information, click here.
The upcoming digs are scheduled on the following dates, beaches and low tides:
- May 13, Tuesday, 6:21 a.m., -0.6 feet, Twin Harbors
- May 14, Wednesday, 7:02 a.m., -1.2 feet, Twin Harbors, Long Beach
- May 15, Thursday, 7:44 a.m., -1.5 feet, Twin Harbors, Long Beach
- May 16, Friday, 8:27 a.m., -1.7 feet, Twin Harbors, Long Beach, Copalis
- May 17, Saturday, 9:12 a.m., -1.7 feet, Twin Harbors, Long Beach, Copalis, Mocrocks
- May 18, Sunday, 9:59 a.m., -1.5 feet, Twin Harbors, Long Beach, Copalis, Mocrocks
- May 19, Monday, 10:50 a.m., -1.1 feet, Twin Harbors
- May 20, Tuesday, 11:44 a.m., -0.6 feet, Twin Harbors
Digs that have been proposed but not yet approved are tentatively scheduled on the following dates, beaches and low tides:
- May 27, Tuesday, 6:24 a.m., -1.0 feet, Twin Harbors, Long Beach
- May 28, Wednesday, 7:06 a.m., -1.3 feet, Twin Harbors, Long Beach
- May 29, Thursday, 7:45 a.m., -1.4 feet, Twin Harbors, Long Beach, Copalis, Mocrocks
- May 30, Friday, 8:23 a.m., -1.2 feet, Twin Harbors, Long Beach, Copalis, Mocrocks
- May 31, Saturday, 9:00 a.m., -1.0 feet, Twin Harbors, Long Beach, Copalis, Mocrocks
- June 1, Sunday, 9:37 a.m., -0.7 feet, Twin Harbors, Long Beach, Copalis, Mocrocks
GoTeam, a nationwide endurance team, will begin its bike ride in Pacific Beach and then stop in Olympia that same day as part of its 4,200-mile trip across America. The ride will conclude on July 25, 2014 in Wilmington, North Carolina. After leaving Pacific Beach, GoTeam’s second stop will be in Olympia.
Join us as we discuss
Solidifying bicycle map routes (McCleary, Elma, Brady, Satsop, Montesano, Central Park, Recreational Routes, HWY12 connection).
Discuss Map Legend
Services and Tourist Attractions
Easy-Moderate-Difficult list
Join us as we discuss
Solidifying bicycle map routes (McCleary, Elma, Brady, Satsop, Montesano, Central Park, Recreational Routes, HWY12 connection).
Discuss Map Legend
Services and Tourist Attractions
Easy-Moderate-Difficult list
Saddlebags are backpacks for bicycles. The idea of these meetings is:
- Arrive on a bike
- Discuss the route to be ridden
- Place the map, paper and writing utensils in your saddlebag
- Ride the route, stop and record when needed
- Regroup at a designated location to discuss findings
If a person does not want to ride, they are welcome to come for the discussions and either wait for the bike riders to return or walk part of the route.
Just for Dads (and their kids, both young and old!), Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife hatchery crews are stocking 10,000 extra big (1-1/2-pound triploid) rainbow trout in lakes across the state just before Father’s Day weekend, June 14-15, 2014.
If you want to join in on the fun with your Dad buy a fishing license online or toll-free 24/7 by phone at 866-246-9453 or at any of our 600 license dealers.
For more information on the lakes listed in the table visit Fish Washington and get the When’s, Where’s and How To’s for fishing in the State of Washington. If you are interested in finding out how many thousands of fish have been stocked in the lakes mentioned on this webpage in addition to the Father’s Day trout visit our webpage and view the Statewide Hatchery Trout Stocking Plan.
Buy a fishing license for you and your Dad and get out and enjoy fishing in Washington.
Spend a fun-filled day in Ocean Shores. Watch over 60 floats and entries honoring Old Glory in one of the only Flag Day Parades in Western Washington.
Participating in the parade will be floats and marching bands from Ocean Shores and neighboring communities. Each year as a lead in to the Parade, ACT sponsors a Essay, Poster and Coloring Contest for the Children of the North Beach School District. Children in Pre-School and Kindergarten participate in a Flag Coloring Contest with prizes awarded to each age group.
Children in Grades 1 – 9 may participate in the Poster Contest, these will be judged and first, second and third Place winner for Boys and Girls will be selected. High School Students take part in an optional Essay Contest, this years theme is “What the Flag Means To Me”, the essays are judged and and a First and Second Place Boys and Girls winner is selected.
The winning students receive a check, a trip to Olympia, observation of the Senate in session a meeting with the Lieutenant Governor and a special lunch. Each year more than 150 students compete, the winning students will ride on the ACT float during the parade and the essay will be published in the Local Observer Newspaper.
If you would like more information about this event, please contact us.
Just for Dads (and their kids, both young and old!), Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife hatchery crews are stocking 10,000 extra big (1-1/2-pound triploid) rainbow trout in lakes across the state just before Father’s Day weekend, June 14-15, 2014.
If you want to join in on the fun with your Dad buy a fishing license online or toll-free 24/7 by phone at 866-246-9453 or at any of our 600 license dealers.
For more information on the lakes listed in the table visit Fish Washington and get the When’s, Where’s and How To’s for fishing in the State of Washington. If you are interested in finding out how many thousands of fish have been stocked in the lakes mentioned on this webpage in addition to the Father’s Day trout visit our webpage and view the Statewide Hatchery Trout Stocking Plan.
Buy a fishing license for you and your Dad and get out and enjoy fishing in Washington.
Join us as we discuss:
- Trails to include in GH Tourism Map
- Conditions of trails
- Skill level of trails
- Rules, permits and other helpful information
Stick around afterward for a bike ride starting at 5 p.m.
Join children’s librarians at the “Aberdeen Library in the Parks” for games, science experiments and art activities. This event is part of Summer Reading, a Timberland Regional Library districtwide program.
Join children’s librarians at the “Aberdeen Library in the Parks” for games, science experiments and art activities. This event is part of Summer Reading, a Timberland Regional Library districtwide program.
Join children’s librarians at the “Aberdeen Library in the Parks” for games, science experiments and art activities. This event is part of Summer Reading, a Timberland Regional Library districtwide program.
Join children’s librarians at the “Aberdeen Library in the Parks” for games, science experiments and art activities. This event is part of Summer Reading, a Timberland Regional Library districtwide program.
Master chainsaw carvers from all over the world flock to this coastal beach town to compete, Daily families and artists sculpt it out for the best sand sculpture. Free sculpting lessons on Friday, Sunday and Watch Out for that rising tide! Unique Sawdust wood carvings sold at auction each day. Kids Zone, contests. Come and bring the entire family, kick off your shoes and enjoy The Five Star Dealerships Sand.
Enjoy a scenic sail aboard the Lady Washington from Aberdeen to Westport. All Grays Harbor Historical Seaport members will receive a 60 percent discount off regular price tickets. To receive discounts, members call 800-200-5239.
Lady Washington, the Official Ship of the State of Washington, will help the City of Westport celebrate its 100th birthday with a visit June 27-29. The vessel will offer walk-on tours and a special Fireworks Sail for viewing the city’s fireworks show. Here’s the ship’s schedule:
6/27: 11:30 a.m., arrival of Lady Washington at Westport Marina
6/27: Noon to 5 p.m., walk-on tours, $3 donation per person requested
6/28: Noon to 5 p.m., walk-on tours, $3 donation per person requested
6/28: 8 p.m. to 11 p.m., Fireworks Sail, $43-$63
6/29: 8 a.m., Lady Washington departs for Aberdeen.
The Fireworks Sail offers a chance for guests to watch the celebratory fireworks from the deck of a tall ship as it sails in Grays Harbor.
Guests will board the ship before departure at 8 p.m. Groups of eight or more purchasing tickets together automatically receive a 15 percent per ticket discount. The show is expected to start at dusk.
Lady Washington is celebrating the 25th anniversary of her launch this year. The ship will also appear at Rusty Scupper Pirate Daze in Westport June 20-22.
Saddlebags are backpacks for bicycles. The idea of these meetings is:
- Arrive on a bike
- Discuss the route to be ridden
- Place the map, paper and writing utensils in your saddlebag
- Ride the route, stop and record when needed
- Regroup at a designated location to discuss findings
If a person does not want to ride, they are welcome to come for the discussions and either wait for the bike riders to return or walk part of the route.
Master chainsaw carvers from all over the world flock to this coastal beach town to compete, Daily families and artists sculpt it out for the best sand sculpture. Free sculpting lessons on Friday, Sunday and Watch Out for that rising tide! Unique Sawdust wood carvings sold at auction each day. Kids Zone, contests. Come and bring the entire family, kick off your shoes and enjoy The Five Star Dealerships Sand.
Join the community along with the Lake Quinault Cancer Society and pedal with purpose during the 25th Lake Quinault Rainforest Cancer Fund Bike Ride.
For more information about this family-friendly bike ride, click here.
