Tracing the Fjord | Fall 2017

FALL 2017 ISSUE 3

HOOD CANAL & SOUTH PUGET SOUND FREE

MAPS • EVENTS SHUCKING AWESOME OysterFest celebrates 36 years

TRACING OUR ROOTS

The Ozette potato crosses the Northwest – pg 15

CHUCKING AWESOME

PumpkinFest hurling

SHOPPING FJORD nwevent.org/fjord

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Summer has come to a close but the fun doesn’t need to end. There’s lots to still see and do indoors and out on Hood Canal and South Puget Sound.

There is something magical about autumn in the Northwest. A sense of expectancy hangs in the air as we drag reluctant children from their beds to make an early morning trek back to their classrooms. The clear crisp days are fresher and the first storms of the season are exciting.

As the deciduous transform into clouds of orange among the cedars and firs, it is comforting to retire indoors to a blazing warm fire as the earlier evenings fall.

Yet don’t let the inclement weather keep you indoors – don your rain slicker and boots and dodge the rain drops as you enjoy one of the most beautiful times of the year in Mason County. Fall is the best time of the year for shellfish and the best place to try them all – raw or cooked– is OysterFest in Shelton, WA.

Rain or shine there is sure to be a great time with neighbors and family at this event that serves as a major fund raiser for hundreds of local non-profits in the area.

If you want to try the freshest oysters possible stop in at one of the farms in the area. Taylor Shellfish offers a variety of seafood at their retail location

ISSUE 3 | VOLUME 1 FALL 2017 CELEBRATE LOCAL GREEN MOSS YONDER

It takes a fresh look to realize the treasures in your backyard – pg 4

LOCAL EVENTS

So much to do this Fall on and around the Fjord - pg 7

TRACING ROOTS

The Ozette potato's local history can be traced for over three centuries – pg 15

CONSIDER THE OYSTER

OysterFest is a great opportunity to learn more about these bivalve powerhouses – pg 19

TACKLING MARINE TRASH

Local shellfish growers organize shoreline clean-up – pg 26

FALL BIRDING AT THELER

Visit #54 on the Audubon's Oly Loop location list - pg 28

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PUMPKIN CHUCKING

Hunter Farms gets ready for flying pumpkins – pg 29

FALL STEELHEAD

The Duckabush Ranger Hole & Verle's are ready - pg 30

SHOP LOCAL

Hunting for treasure in local businesses to get a head start on your holiday list - pg 33

South of Shelton off Hwy 101.

Enjoy the gorgeous golden foliage journey along Hood Canal’s portion of Hwy 101 to visit the Hama Hama Oyster Co. in Lilliwaup, WA. Try the in-house smoked salmon – worth the whole journey according to our eldest. Also available at the farm store is a selection of gifts, wines, unique local foods, and locally made Olympic Mountain Ice Cream by the gallon!

Looking for a new place to try prepared local oysters served creativily in a great upscale setting? Check out Chelsea Farms Oyster Bar in Olympia.

This little gem features an original and modern look at fresh oysters.

It's not all about bivalves – this is also the season of Christmas preparations.

Where else in the world can you visit your neighbor to select and purchase a Christmas tree!

If you are looking forward to Christmas, remember to shop local and support small businesses and artists. There are a variety of events in the area that showcase local crafters and unique items. On page 33 we have selected a few great local finds that may make your Christmas shopping list just a little easier!

2017 OYSTERFEST SHUCKING COMPETITION Saturday & Sunday, October 7-8 Sanderson Field, Shelton, WA See page 19 for details

For contribution guidelines and advertising please call (360) 427-5599 or email rachel@nwevent.org.

THE PEARL OF ALLYN

Sargent Oyster House restoration gets started on Case Inlet's waterfront – pg 37

BUSINESS LISTINGS

Check out a map of area businesses – pg 38

From coffee and souvenirs at Shelton's only roastery to Belfair's local brewery and handcrafted original pieces made at Hoodsport's silversmith, the Octopus Gallery – there are plenty of opportunities while tracing the fjord to surprise and delight this season and help out your neighborhood shopkeepers.

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The Moss is always Greener...

Recently our family played host to cousins from Copenhagen. They had been planning their trip to our home in Shelton for over two years. Somehow that made it even more important for us to show them a great time.

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We were determined to make

the visit as memorable as possible. Brunch at the Space Needle, shopping, museums, hiking in the Olympic Forest, Pike Place, the Seattle Aquarium – there was no lack of ideas – but which to choose first?

My husband, John, wanted to make the visit fantastic for his Danish cousins. He readied the boat and planned an offshore salmon fishing expedition – grilling his friends for the “hot”spots and best gear.

House cleaned, yard raked, fridge filled with delicacies that we never eat on a normal day – and the dog washed and brushed – Tore and Carina arrived at Seatac with their son, Theodor (10), and daughter, Vera (7).

It was wonderful to see them. Living in a big city, their children were enthralled with our cats, fish, dogs, beach, chickens, and even Houston, the Rodeo Goose.

With a stretch of hot weather the shore was a popular hang out. Amidst the oyster racks and beach logs their pool noodles floated in a mash-up of English and Danish phrases as they developed their own language involving Vikings and sea pirates.

When hunger struck, boots were found for all sizes. Clam rakes and buckets ready, we headed to the edge of the receding water to began our search for dinner. The hunt was as exciting as lighting the fire to cook them.

While clams and oysters became staples of our dinner, the fancy cheeses and prosciutto lay forgotten in the fridge.

The next day we drove into the Olympics to follow a beaten trail through the National Forest. It was spectacular. Climbing trees, swimming in icy cold pools and crossing creeks and rivers. Afterwards, tired and hungry, we made our way to Lilliwaup to share crab-cakes and steaming bowls of chowder at Hama Hama’s saloon. As we relaxed and reveled in the calm of the turquoise blue Canal it was wonderful to share the camaraderie with the folks at Hama Hama as they welcomed our Danish guests to their home.

The following day was spent on the water.

Boat launched we headed towards Allyn and stopped in at the Grapeview Water Festival. Along the way John searched for an old rope swing that used to hang over the water on one of the islands. At the Festival the kids spent hours decorating wooden boats to take home. Tore and John ate more crab-cakes and Carina and I wandered through the craft booths and enjoyed the music.

The journey home included a stop at Hope Island State Park for more swimming and a hunt for blackberries and sour apples that we fed to the island’s friendly deer.

Our next boat journey included searching for sand dollars in Nisqually; a landing at an offshore sandbar outside Olympia’s harbor – where photos make it appear as though you are walking on water; and after docking at one of the many public wharves, an amazing lunch at Chelsea Farms Oyster Bar, where their creativity is only outdone by the freshness of their seafood and the continued next page

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The subsequent days followed a pattern of beaches, swimming, boat excursions (the seal families basking on the log booms in Oakland Bay are always entertaining), kayaking, sailing, and yet more oysters and clams. We were shocked to discover that our guests had previously only had one order of oysters in a posh restaurant in Oslo. That experience had turned them off oysters for good. Until now.

We did in fact make it to the Space Needle, pressed like sardines in the glass elevator to the top. Vying for space, we had to peer over layers of heads and selfies for a view of our Olympic Range. A token visit to Pike Place Market was made. Then to the Aquarium where the otters were enchanting but the sea cucumbers and starfish somehow seemed lack luster to the ones we had found while clambering over rocks on Hood Canal and Case Inlet.We abandoned shopping and museums to return to the shores on Hammersley Inlet.

More swimming. Kayaking to set the crab traps and then following the tide to gather yet more oysters so we could show our guests other ways to eat them – fried, Rockefeller, with Beechers Cheese, raw...

Seven days passed fast. As I woke on the last morning I had a momentary panic attack. My list of “things to do” had laid untouched all week. Over breakfast I mumbled an apology to Tore and Carina, for not taking them to see more “stuff.” My comment was met with stunned disbelief.

“This is the best vacation we’ve ever had,” replied Carina, almost angrily, “I love your town, I love your life. The kids have been so happy. It’s going to be impossible to match it.”

I was humbled by her indignation. She was right, we spend so much time looking over the fence that we miss the wonders in our backyard.

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Whether you are visiting the area for OystetFest or a full time resident, remember to take the time to enjoy the journey. Visit a beach to eat a few FRESH oysters. Venture out onto Hood Canal. Stop for pie. It won’t take you long to see that the journey is the best part of the adventure.

What’s going on?

Festivals and events have impacts that go well beyond what can be measured in economic terms. They contribute to the quality of life, especially in rural areas, by strengthening communities, providing unique activities and events, building awareness of diverse cultures and identities, and acting as a source of community pride.

Smmer on Hood Canal and South Puget Sound area was packed with activities for the entire family. From live music in every hamlet and venue to colorful arts, cultural, seafood and beer and wine festivals – the challenge was choosing which events to attend.

In July the Shelton Mason Chamber of Commerce hosted their annual Shelton street celebration, the Community & Business Expo ~ Bite of Mason County. This free fair spanned six blocks of Railroad Avenue in downtown Shelton.

The event showcased local businesses and featured a beer and wine garden. Food options, included Little Creek Casino's Squaxin grilled salmon served with traditional fry bread; oyster sourced from local inlets and grilled with Beech-

er Cheese; and Xinh’s much anticipated geoduck chowder.

Missing Xinh’s Restaurant?

Community events are a great opportunity to catch up with her – OysterFest is your next chance in Shelton.

On July 29th the Grapeview Water & Art Festival at Grapeview’s Fair Harbor Marina near Allyn celebrated with live music, great food and rows of booths filled with quality

juried arts and crafts. All of this set amidst a waterfront garden teeming with glorious blue hydrangeas. The younger crowd especially enjoyed the craft tables hosted by Habitat for Humanity. There was plenty of scope for imagination with paint, paper and cloth crafts, but especially remarkable was the tables filled with wooden boat blanks for children to decorate and take home.

Our advise–be sure to not miss

this event next July – great music, yummy food, a good cause and lots of great buys!

The Taste of Hood Canal in August as a fund-raiser for area non-profits moved to a new location this Summer on Hood Canal at Belfair State Park.

Although parking was tight, this waterfront location allowed for families to enjoy the beach and playground while viewing hundreds of classic vehicles and

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enjoying an array of live bands. Non-profits were onsite to share goals with their community.

music, and a variety of unique food options.

Throughout the season the celebrations continued with plenty of musical events at local businesses including Alderbrook Resort, Mo's Union Deli, Pleasant Harbor Marina, Hama Hama Oyster Co as well as Shelton's La Cantina.

Many of these places will continue the events into fall and winter.

The Hood Canal Highland Festival, also hosted at the Belfair State Park, was a huge success in early September with sheep trials, dancing,

In October all of Mason County gets prepared for the annual OysterFest celebration (see page 19 for story and pages 20–21 for pull-out event map). Here you will find daily live music and kids activities as well as the famous and exciting Oyster shucking competition in which over 6000 oysters are opened with rapid speed! New this year is changes to thel Cook-Off competition. Contestants will compete head to head to win great prizes in an event similar to the popular TV show, Chopp'd.

Stop by the wine tent to

taste a few or many of the nineteen Washington wines pouring at this year's event. Prefer beer?

No worries, a selection of brews are on-site as well. However, it's really the food that everyone visits OysterFest for –

from coconut shrimp to, yes – oysters, oysters, oysters – there is something for every palate and ALL proceeds go to a good cause! What more could one ask for except sunshine!

In October be sure to head over to Hunter Farms in the Skokomish Valley to enjoy the fall farm experience with a pumpkin patch and kids activities as well as the Pumpkin Catapult Contest, Oct 28.

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EVENT CALENDAR RECURRING

Free Bingo at Lucky Dog Casino Wednesdays, 1:00 – 5:00 PM Lucky Dog Casino, 19330 N US Hwy 101 Skokomish Nation Wine Tasting at Cameo Boutique Saturdays, 1pm-4pm 6871 East State Route 106, Union WA Hosting public on site tastings & wine tasting events by invitation. cameoboutique.com Karaoke at Little Creek Casino Resort Wednesdays, 8:00 PM – 12:00 AM Starlight Lounge, Little Creek Casino Resort 91 W State Route 108, Shelton Bingo at Shelton Elks Lodge Thursdays, 5:00 – 8:00 PM 741 SE Craig Rd, Shelton $10 minimum; must be 18 or older to play.

Shelton Elks Country Dance Fridays, 6:00 – 12:00 AM 741 SE Craig Rd, Shelton Country dancing with dance lessons.

Live Music at the Alderbrook Resort Fridays, 9:00 PM – 12:00 AM 10 E Alderbrook Dr, Union Happy Hour isn’t limited on Fridays it coincides with the live music schedule.

Pleasant Harbor Marina Resort Music on the Patio Saturdays, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM 308913 Highway 101, Brinnon Schedule online –pleasantharbormarina.com Live Music at Little Creek Casino Resort Fridays & Saturdays, 9:00 PM – 1:30 AM 91 W State Route 108, Shelton Bingo Karaoke Party Last Friday of each month, 7:00 – 10:00 PM The Pavilion, 190 W Sentry Dr, Shelton A hilarious night of bingo games, alternating with karaoke and sing-a-longs. Each month carries a fun (albeit optional) costume theme. No-host beverage and snack bar are available; cash only.

Union Sunday Social at 2 Margaritas Sundays, 7pm-9pm 5121 Hwy 106, Union W Head over to the Restaurant for fun entertainment and good food.

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Rocking the Cantina October 6, 8:00 – 11:00 PM El Sarape Cantina 318 W Railroad Ave, Shelton WA 21+. “Whiskey’ed Up” classic rock & blues, sing along and dance.

20,000+ visitors in 2016!

OysterFunk October 6, 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM 250 W Sanderson Way, Shelton, WA Ready for OysterFest? We are too! So this year, the Shelton Rotary Club say why wait until Saturday to start the fun? Join them Friday night in the beer garden for live music by The Psychedelic Shadow Show, cold beer from Backwoods Brewing, food from Tacos La Oaxaquena and fresh local oysters – grilled and at the raw bar. This event is for 21 and over.

Admission $5. Food, beer and wine for purchase.

Distillery Tours & Spirits Pairing October 6, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM The Hardware Distillery Co. 24210 N Highway 101, Hoodsport, WA Join Chuck and Jan at The Hardware Distillery Co. on Friday nights to enjoy cocktails and spirits paired with tasty bites. Reservations required, $25.00/person, (206) 300–0877.

Concert in the Woods with Beth Wood October 7, 7:30 PM 923 Hazel Point Road, Coyle WA All ages. Concerts are free, donations appreciated.

Complimentary cookies and coffee are served at intermission. Concert information: (360) 765-3449, coyleconcerts.com.

Traveler Trail Run October 7, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Skokomish Park at Lake Cushman 7211 N Lake Cushman Rd The object of the course is not a “timed race,” but rather a cooperative goal, as teams of travelers complete the 8 obstacles scattered over the course.​ The Traveler Trail Run is designed for individuals, families and teams off all fitness levels to participate in a healthy enjoyable outdoor activity in one of the most beautiful regions of the world. Please bring a non-perishable food item to the event to support Saint’s Pantry. hoodcanalevents.com OysterFest October 7, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM October 8, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM 250 W Sanderson Way, Shelton Enjoy live music, displays, great food, wine and beer tasting, speed and half-shell shucking championship. Admission $5, oysterfest.com

One stop for insider information.

In 2016 the Hoodsport Visitor Center volunteers served over 20,000 visitors, offering passes, maps, and information on everything from where to hike, kayak, gather clams or oysters –as well as eat & sleep!

We’ve got the answers!”

HOODSPORT Visitor Center

150 N Lake Cushman Rd, Hoodsport, WA 98548

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Stay Current Luncheon October 12, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Mason PUD 3 2621 E Johns Prairie Rd, Shelton Join PUD 3 to celebrate public power week, affordable electricity, and wholesale telecommunications services and our local PUDs that help the lives of PUD customers become more powerful everyday while they are working, playing or enjoying the comforts of home.

Cost is $20, reserve at (360) 4262276, choosemason.com

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20th Anniversary Celebration at Mariano’s Fine Jewelry October 13, 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM 116 W Railroad Ave, Shelton, WA Celebrate their 20th Anniversary with a BBQ! Enjoy brisket, hot dogs, salad, and more.

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Mason County Career Fair October 12, 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Little Creek Casino Resort 91 W Hwy 108, Shelton, WA This event showcases job opportunities and the array of unique businesses serving the local area including retailers, professional services, and restaurants. Sponsored by the Little Creek Casino and the Shelton Mason County Chamber of Commerce.

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Murder Mystery Theatre October 13, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM Alderbrook Golf & Yacht Club 330 E Country Club Dr E. Union The quintessential whodunnit thriller at the estate of Sir Warren Peace. Get thrown into a night of mystery, intrigue, and murder you will never forget. With a killer crowd of people just waiting for murder to arrive on the scene, this night will keep everyone looking over their shoulders and guessing who the next victim will be! Bribe suspects for clues and gather information to uncover the unhinged guest who is whacking all the invitees. Just be careful, because you could be next! Glamorous attire welcome, though not required.

Purchase tickets in advance, $40 at (360) 898-2560 x2.

Open Band Jam at La Cantina October 15, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM El Sarape III & La Cantina, 318 W Railroad Ave, Shelton WA Perform with the house band for an evening of talent and great refreshments.

Denim & Diamonds benefiting the Karen Hilburn Breast & Cervical Cancer Fund October 15, 4:00 – 7:00 PM Alderbrook Resort and Spa 10 E Alderbrook Dr, Union WA 14th annual event, raising money for women in Mason County who cannot afford medical treatment for cancer.

Enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres, wine, a live and silent auction, raffles and live music.

For ticket details call Kelle Oblizalo (360) 898-0902, reservations are required.

Concert in the Woods with Claudia Nygaard & Moe Dixon October 15, 3:00 PM Laurel B. Johnson Community Center 923 Hazel Point Road, Coyle WA Concerts are for all ages, featuring the best of folk, Americana, singer/songwriter, Appalachian, bluegrass, Celtic, blues, country and more! Admission is by donation. Complimentary cookies and coffee are served at intermission.

Concert information: (360) 765-3449, coyleconcerts.com.

Start a Successful Home Based Business October 19, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Shelton Timberland Library 710 W Alder St, Shelton, WA Join Shelton Timberland Library at their workshop on “why” to run a homebased business. The class addresses unique questions like: what are the pros and cons, what kinds of home-based businesses succeed, how to assess if it’s a right fit for you, and more! Whether you’re interested in a full-scale homebased business or part-time income, this class will help your home-based business succeed! Free event.

Canal Cookout | Wild Mushrooms & Smoked Game October 19, 6:00 – 8:00 PM Union City Market, 5101 State Route 106, Union WA Admission $45/person, Alderbrook Resort’s Chef will prep and serve a unique and delicious farm to table four course dinner on the waterfront at Union City Market in Union. This is a sell out event each month so be sure to purchase your tickets online in advance – unioncitymarket.com.

Stan Graham: The Historical Impact of the Spanish Influenza October 22, 2:00 PM Mason County Historical Museum, 427 W. Railroad Avenue, Shelton, WA Stan worked for the Forest Service for many years and has also worked for the Mason County Historical Society as a researcher, on the Mason County Historic Preservation Commission, and is currently the newsletter editor for the Mason County Genealogical Society.

Beer Choir Movie Night & Rocky Horror Picture Show October 26, 7:00 – 10:00 PM Union City Market, 5101 State Route 106, Union Enjoy a sampling of beers by Hood Canal Brewing and sing along to the 1975 cult classic, Rocky Horror Picture Show in the al fresco environment of Union City Market at Hood Canal Marina! Beer Choir is a national organization dedicated to making the world a bit better by bringing together craft beer and impromptu community singing. The Great Bend Center for Music has launched the Olympic Mountain chapter of Beer Choir and is currently hosting *rehearsals* in locations throughout Mason, Kitsap and Thurston counties. unioncitymarket.com 2nd Annual Pumpkin Pool Party Fundraiser Oct 27, 5:30 PM Shelton Pool, 3737 N Shelton Springs Rd, Shelton, WA Bring the family for a night of fun at the Shelton High School pool for swimming, raffle and treats! This is a fundraiser event hosted by the Quick Water Swim club and open to the public. Special thanks to Hunters Farms for donating the pumpkins for this event. Admission, $5 per person or $15 per family. Call (360) 280-7453 for additional details.

2017 Reader Retreat at Alderbrook Resort and Spa October 27 – October 29, 3:00 PM Alderbrook Resort and Spa 10 E Alderbrook Dr, Union, WA Relax and unwind at workshops taught by local artisans and renown northwest author, Debbie Macomber. Space is limited to first 100 people, to provide a welcoming and close-knit experience, event tickets sold through Alderbrook Resort and Spa at 360-898-2145. debbiemacomber.com.

PumpkinFest 2017 October 28, 12:00 – 3:00 PM Hunter Farms, 1921 E State Route 106, Union WA Join the folks at Hunter Farms as they gather teams from local high schools to “hurl” fresh field pumpkins in a lively catapult contest. This fun event is a great opportunity to cheer on your local high school. Children will get into a festive mood with hay maze, petting zoo, wagon rides, pumpkin patch and delicious food. Free, for information call (360) 426-2222.

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Peninsular Railway and Lumbermen’s Museum Fundraiser October 28 at 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Welcome Fall into Your Shelton Civic Center, 525 W Cota St, Shelton, WA Home with Confidence.

Join PRLM volunteers at a spaghetti dinner and silent auction/raffle to raise funds in support of bringing train rides to Shelton. The Peninsular Railway and Lumberman’s Museum is devoted to preserving and interpreting the rich railroad and logging history of Mason County. Admission $10/adult, $5/child *APR = Fixed Annual Percentage Rate.

Conditions apply. Ask for details. Subject (5-12), under 5 free. Tickets available at Off the Walls Gallery, 7th & Railroad 11

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Ave and at the Historical Museum, 5th & Railroad in downtown Shelton.

Get in the Spirit at the Distillery

Fridays by appointment, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM 24210 N Highway 101, Hoodsport, WA Join Chuck and Jan Morris at The Hardware Distillery Co. Friday evenings to enjoy cocktails and spirits paired with tasty bites.

Reservations required, $25.00/person, call (206) 300–0877.

Spooktacular Halloween Party and Costume Contest!

October 28, 9:00 PM - 1:00 AM Skookum Creek Event Center Time to celebrate and scare at the annual halloween party and costume contest with over $5000 in prizes.

Union Trunk or Treat October 31, 4:00 – 6:00 PM Alderbrook Country Store 1031 E McReavy Road, Union WA Dress up your car, get into costume, greet trick or treaters of all ages. Safe venue for Halloween.

Concert in the Woods with Danika Holmes & Jeb Hart October 29, 3:00 PM 923 Hazel Point Road, Coyle WA All ages. Concerts are free, donations appreciated. coyleconcerts.com.

Halloween Event and Meeting October 31, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM Mason County Historical Museum 427 W. Railroad Avenue, Shelton, WA Bring your little ghosts and ghouls into the Museum for treats.

They will be handing out candy all day along with several businesses in the downtown area. The Mason County Historical Society will also be holding their Annual Meeting at 11:00 AM. The annual meeting gives the public an opportunity to come in and give their feedback for the future of the Historical Society. If you are unable to attend the annual meeting but would like to have your feedback read at the meeting on your behalf please send information to Mchsdirector2015@gmail.com or PO Box 1366 Shelton, WA 98584.

2017 Reader Retreat at Alderbrook Resort

Debbie Macomber is a #1 New York Times bestselling author with more than 200 million copies of her books in print worldwide. In her novels, Macomber brings to life compelling relationships that embrace family and enduring friendships. Her novels have spent over 1,000 weeks on the New York Times bestseller list. Thirteen of these novels hit the number one spot. Celebrated as “the official storyteller of Christmas,” five of her novels have been crafted into original Hallmark Channel movies. Macomber is the author of the bestselling Cedar Cove Series which is based upon her home town of Port Orchard, where she resides with her husband, Wayne.

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Brinnon Trunk Or Treat 2017 October 31 at 5 PM - 7 PM Brinnon General Store 306413 US Highway 101, Brinnon, WA A Trunk or Treat is a safe and fun way for kids to enjoy trick-or-treating and its also plenty of fun for those who live too far out of town to get Trick or Treaters.

Consider joining your community at the Brinnon General Store and decorate you car or truck to pass out candy or create a game for the kids to play. Just a few rules to keep it safe and fun for everyone: no alcohol, no gory costumes or decorations, only store bought packaged treats please!

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Canal Cinemas November 2, 6:00 – 8:00 PM Union City Market 5101 State Route 106, Union , WA Watch Movies outdoors on the marina’s patio alongside a historic marina. $10 per guest. Refreshments are available on premise for purchase. unioncitymarket.com 12

Power of the Purse November 3, 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM Little Creek Casino Resort 91 W State Route 108, Shelton, WA Join Turning Pointe for an opportunity to have a night out, do a little shopping and support one of the largest domestic violence shelters in Washington State. This year’s event includes hundreds of slightly used or NEW purses (along with wallets, scarves, and more) up for silent and live auction! Proceeds from this event support Domestic Violence survivors and their children.

If you need a noble reason to buy yourself a new accessory, this event is it! Tickets $25/person, available online at turningpointe.org.

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Father Daughter Night Out, a Fantasy Forest 2017 Event November 3, 5:30 –10:00 PM Shelton Civic Center 525 W Cota St, Shelton WA This evening promises to create a memorable experience for fathers and daughters of all ages. Dance the night away in a Winter Wonderland while MGH’s chef, John Cruse creates a menu sure to satisfy and delight. Event elements include a silent auction, gift shop, Fund-An-Item, and raffles.

Reservations required, $40/person, online ticket sales close October 30.

After this date call (360) 427-3618 for event information. Portrait packages offered by Cooper Studios starting at $20 and pictures will be printed on site with a beautiful background.

2017 Holiday Bazaar November 4, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM The Pavilion at Sentry Park 190 W Sentry Dr, Shelton, WA Dozens of vendors gather to provide you with a multitude of shopping possibilities in one building: the Pavilion. Food, hot & cold beverages, homemade baked goods and more will be available to enjoy a hearty meal while you’re shopping. Santa and Mrs. Clause will be on site during this fantastic event. Parking is free and there is no admission.

Concert in the Woods with The Rain City Ramblers November 5, 3:00 PM 923 Hazel Point Road, Coyle WA All ages. Concerts are free, donations appreciated. Complimentary cookies and coffee are served at intermission.

Concert information: (360) 765-3449, coyleconcerts.com.

Open Water Scuba Class November 9 – 12, 9:00 AM 4080 N US Highway 101, Hoodsport Open Water is the introductory course for SCUBA. Class will meet at Hood Sport N Dive in Hoodsport, WA on October 19th at 6pm for orientation, filling out paperwork, sizing gear and going over scuba assembly. All diving is done in the calm waters of the Hood Canal. Call (360) 877-6818 for more information. hoodsportndive.com Veteran’s Day Weekend Free Entrance Day in National Parks November 11 – 12 ​​​​During ten days of the year, the National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission.

Veterans Day Roast Beef Dinner November 11, 4:00 – 6:00 PM Brinnon Booster Club 151 Corey St, Brinnon, WA Roast beef dinner benefiting the booster club building. Roast beef, mashed potatoes, green beans, salad, roll, and dessert. Tickets $13/advance, $15/at the door. Children , $5/10 and under.

Details call (360) 796-4444 NCCU Thanksgiving Dinner November 11, 12:00 – 6:00 PM Union Fire Hall 50 E Seattle St, Union WA New Community Church of Union hosts their 16th annual dinner. Menu consists of turkey, dressing, mash potatoes, gravy, beans & corn, rolls, cranberry sauce and homemade pie.

Non-perishable food items and cash are collected.

Picket Fence Country Christmas Nov 15 – 18, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM 22 Washington St, Quilcene, WA Kick off your holiday shopping at this annual country christmas event!

Enjoy a gathering of handmade, vintage & gifts with fun planned each of the four days. the-picketfence.net or by calling (360) 774-0444

Canal Cookout: Coop Tour Pheasants, Duck & Farm Eggs November 16, 6:00 PM 8:00 PM Union City Market 5101 State Route 106, Union WA Savor the year-round bounty of Hood Canal at Union City Market’s monthly Canal Cookouts. Chat with Alderbrook Executive Chef, Josh Delgado, while he prepares and serves local ingredients refined with culinary technique. Attire is canal-side casual. Tickets $45/person, purchase at unioncitymarket.com Fantasy Forest Business Luncheon & Confections Auction November 17, 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM Alderbrook Resort and Spa 10 E Alderbrook Dr, Union, WA The holiday rush is just beginning so treat yourself to an afternoon escape on beautiful Hood Canal. This year’s Fantasy Forest display will certainly get you in the holiday spirit while dazzling you with tempting desserts to bid on and enjoying some lively fun with friends.

Plated Luncheon, Dessert Auction and Fund-An-Item. Call (360) 427-3618 for tickets and information. Reservations Required. Ticket price per person $50, Tables of Ten $500.

Barrels & Brews Celebration at Alderbrook Resort November 17, 5:30-10:00 PM Alderbrook Resort & Spa 10 E Alderbrook Dr, Union WA Join Mason General Hospital Foundation as they celebrate Fantasy Forest and community supporters while enjoying Pacific Northwest wines, craft beers, music and gourmet hors d’oeuvres. Meander the grounds of Alderbrook Resort & Spa and gaze at the beautifully decorated trees. Event includes: live music, beer and wine sales and silent auction. 21+ to attend, tickets are $60/person in advance, or $75 at the door. masongeneral.com Fantasy Forest Gala and Auction November 18, 5:00 – 11:00 PM Alderbrook Resort & Spa 10 E Alderbrook Dr, Union WA What better way to kick off 2017’s season of giving than attending an enchanting evening at the Alderbrook Resort& Spa on the Hood Canal. This wonderful event is an opportunity to dress up, show your support for MGH&FC and make a difference that touches the entire community.

Tickets must be purchased in advance and RSVP’s are required for all guests.

Tickets are $175 per person. Deadline for all ticket sales is 11/6/17. After November 2nd single ticket purchases to the Gala & Live Auction must be purchased by calling Holly House, MGH&FC Event Coordinator, at (360) 427-3618. No Host Bar. Black Tie Optional.

3 Redneck Tenors Musical Comedy November 17, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Shelton High School Auditorium 3737 N Shelton Springs Rd Shelton, WA These classically trained musicians are like “Duck Dynasty goes to Carnegie Hall” with down home laughs and big city music! Since 2006, the 3 Redneck Tenors have thrilled audiences all over America and Canada. With music arranged by award winning composer Craig Bohmler, the trio includes opera veteran Matthew Lord who formerly performed in Broadway’s Phantom of the Opera; musical theatre veteran Blake Davidson formally with the Dallas Symphony; and choral master ‘funny man’ Jonathan Fruge, New York City Chamber Orchestra. Tickets are $30/ person or purchase a yearly membership for $70 and enjoy all the annual concerts! For information on tickets and membership call (360) 426-1842.

Handel’s “Messiah” November 19, 2:00 – 5:00 PM St. Edward Catholic Church 601 W C St, Shelton, WA In celebration of Handel’s 275th anniversary and Great Bend’s inaugural concerts, we’ll mix and match movements to feature rarely performed elements of the original 1741 version, while also tracing the evolution of some now beloved movements that were not a part of the famous Dublin premiere. Featuring GRAMMY winning tenor Eric Neuville, soprano Tess Altiveros and bass Charles Robert Stephens. Tickets are $20 ($16 senior/ military). greatbendmusic.org

Tribute to Veterans November 19, 2:00 PM Mason County Historical Museum 427 W. Railroad Avenue, Shelton, WA Local veteran, Jack Krause, will present on his time in service as a pilot. Come in to learn more about Mason County veterans. Refreshments are provided.

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Open Band Jam at La Cantina November 19, 4:00 – 8:00 PM 318 W Railroad Ave, Shelton, WA El Sarape III & La Cantina invites you to perform with the house band every 3rd Sunday of each month. Call (360) 426-4294 for additional details, FREE. Wine Tasting at Cameo Boutique November 25, 1:00 – 4:00 PM 6871 WA-106, Union, WA Head to the waterfront in Union to enjoy complementary local (Medicine Creek Winery, Mosquito Fleet, and Walter Dacon) wine tasting as well as wines from around the world. Contact for details, (360) 898-3200.

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Distillery Tours & Spirits Pairing December 1, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM The Hardware Distillery Co. 24210 N Highway 101, Hoodsport, WA Join Chuck and Jan at The Hardware Distillery Co on Friday nights to enjoy cocktails and spirits paired with tasty bites. Reservations required in advance, $25.00/ person, (206) 300 - 0877.

HOLIDAY MAGIC Block Party & Christmas Tree Lighting December 1, 6:00 PM Railroad Ave, Shelton, WA Downtown Shelton knows how to kick off the season with their HOLIDAY MAGIC event! Presented by the Shelton Downtown Merchants and the Kristmas Town Kiwanis the event includes all day merchant’s Game Cards. Join the community for the tree lighting at the Post Office Park at 6:00 PM while local school choirs perform under the direction of Elizabeth Berndt and the Harstine Island Choir. Santa and Mrs. Claus will also be there to visit with and don’t miss the street bonfires and marshmallow roasting, wagon rides, and Kiddie Train rides down Railroad Avenue!

Missle Toe Run and Christmas Parade December 2, 2017 4:00 PM Railroad Ave, Shelton, WA Saturday the Shelton Downtown Merchants Game Card continues, the Missile Toe Mile Run happens at 4:00 PM followed by the grand Kristmas Town Kiwanis Christmas Parade at 5:00 PM. A favorite for generations of Shelton families, the Christmas Parade is as “home town” as it gets, with custom floats, marching bands, smiling beauty queens, horses, antique cars–– come make memories, and take photos.

Enchanted Holidays Christmas Bazaar in Union December 2, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM New Community Church 951 E Dalby Road, Union, WA Several local vendors and crafts folk sell and display their wares; featured vendor is NCCU Quilters. NCCU

Soup Cafe will be serving a delectable selection of homemade soups, chili and chowders. Information at (360) 898-7855. FREE Wine Tasting at Cameo Boutique December 2, 1:00 – 4:00 PM 6871 WA-106, Union, WA 98592 Head to the waterfront in Union to enjoy complementary local (Medicine Creek Winery, Mosquito Fleet, and Walter Dacon) wines and wines from around the world. Contact for details, (360) 898-3200.

Canal Cinemas December 7, 6:00 – 8:00 PM Union City Market 5101 State Route 106, Union , WA Watch Movies outdoors on the marina’s patio alongside a historic marina. $10 per guest. Refreshments are available on premise for purchase. Details at unioncitymarket.com or call (360) 898-3500.

Distillery Tours & Spirits Pairing December 8, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM The Hardware Distillery Co. 24210 N Hwy 101, Hoodsport, WA Join Chuck and Jan at The Hardware Distillery Co on Friday nights to enjoy cocktails and spirits paired with tasty bites. Reservations required in advance, $25.00/ person, (206) 300 - 0877.

Sunday Brunch at Maple Glen December 10, 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM Maple Glen Senior Living 1700 N 13th Loop Rd, Shelton, WA Join Maple Glen Senior Living for their Sunday Brunch on the second Sunday of every month. Admission $6 Adults $4 Children 12 and under. Details available at artegan.com or call (360) 427- 0300.

Open Band Jam at La Cantina December 17, 4:00 – 8:00 PM 318 W Railroad Ave, Shelton, WA 98584 El Sarape III & La Cantina invites you to perform with the house band every 3rd Sunday of each month.

Call (360) 426-4294 for additional details, FREE.

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Christmas Nativity Celebration at Hunter Farm’s Barn December 17, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Hunter Farms, E 1921 Hwy 106, Union, WA New Community Church of Union hosts a celebration of Christ’s birth in a manager like setting. Cookies, hot chocolate and hot cider are served with a background of Christmas music. Dress warm and bring a blanket to enjoy the hay bale amphitheater in Hunter Farms barn. Free, all are welcome!

Canal Cookout at Union City Market December 21, 6:00 – 8:00 PM Union City Market 5101 State Route 106, Union WA Savor the year-round bounty of Hood Canal at Union City Market’s monthly Canal Cookouts. Chat with Alderbrook Executive Chef, Josh Delgado, while he prepares and serves the freshest local ingredients refined with culinary technique. Attired is canal-side casual. Tickets $45/person, purchase in advance at unioncitymarket.com Wine Tasting at Cameo Boutique December 30, 1:00 – 4:00 PM 6871 WA-106, Union, WA 98592 Head to the waterfront in Union to enjoy local (Medicine Creek Winery, Mosquito Fleet, and Walter Dacon) wine tasting as well as wines from around the world.

Contact for details, (360) 898-3200.

Wine tasting at Cameo Boutique

Tracing our roots

OZETTE POTATO

Stella Wenstob, MA Contributing author and cultural anthropologist

Outside of Brinnon, up Duckabush Road, nestled in the moss laden evergreens on the edge of the National Olympic Forest, is the home of Joan Hendricks and the location of Overbrook Farm. By day a hatchery technician at Taylor Shellfish in Quilcene, Joan fills her free hours as a market gardener harvesting organic produce and creating custom bouquets.

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OZETTE POTATOES Surrounded by a tall fence of mill cast offs to stop the herds of local Roosevelt Elk from grazing in her garden, Hendrick has carefully conditioned her soil to grow a rich variety of heritage plants, each lovingly hand watered by her and her husband. From delicata squash to carrots and green onions, Hendricks farmstand displays produce that reflects her passion for healthy, hearty, heirloom plants.

Joan’s stand also provides a glimpse into the rich and diverse agricultural history of the Pacific Northwest. One of the most unique heirloom varieties Joan grows is the legendary Ozette potato (just $2.50/ lb!).

The Makah or Ozette potato is a heritage variety named after one of the Makah Nation’s villages (off Cape Flattery). With this lowly fingerling potato taking center stage, an exciting tale of Spanish empire building, trade relations, aboriginal and white relations, and agricultural renewal can be shaped.

How the Makah Ozette potato originally arrived in the Northwest is a contested mystery.

The Ozette potato is part of a unique potato lineage special to the area. While most potatoes grown now in North America were imported from European cultivators of South American varieties, genetic research conducted at the University of

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Washington by Zhang and his colleagues (2010) has shown that the Ozette potato and its cousins in British Columbia and Alaska (Maria’s Potato of the Tlingit Nation and the Kasaan Potato of the Haida) came directly from Peru or Chile, possibly via Mexico, never traveling to Europe at all.

The Ozette potato was reportedly introduced in 1792 by early Spanish explorers who set up a fort and supporting garden in Neah Bay, an area where several of the Makah First Nation’s villages are located. The fort was short lived as the winter winds threatened their ships moorage and the Nootka Agreement negated the need for a fort to protect the Juan de Fuca Strait from the British.

The Spanish left within the year abandoning their gardens.

These potatoes were quickly adopted by First Nations people and became an important source of carbohydrates and a staple trade item. The First Nations of the Pacific Northwest accepted the potato far more quickly than their European counterparts, harvesting and trading their potato crops in great numbers by around 1825 – a mere forty- seven years after first introduction.

In 1849, Fort Victoria (at present day Victoria, B.C.) was selected by the Hudson’s Bay Company as a suitable location for the fort specifically because of their thriving First Nation established potato beds.

The first white settlers on Vancouver Island relied on Ozette potatoes traded from the Salish Nations to get them through their first winter. Fur traders working for the HBC were encouraged to trade for native potatoes from the Haida (of Queen Charlotte Island), not only for their nutritional value, but also because it was a cheap and easy way to support continuous and good trade relations with the First Nations.

Through the introduction of more mainstream potato varieties and the advent of large scale potato production, small local varieties disappeared, and the Ozette Potato faded into obscurity, only surviving in Makah gardens. It wasn’t until the 1980s that the potato was rediscovered and gardeners and researchers began to grow it outside of the Makah Nation.

In 2008, Slow Foods Seattle partnered with Makah Nation, Full Circle Farm, Pure Potato

a laboratory which develops and produces potato seed, the USDA Agricultural Research Station in Prosser, WA, and the Seattle chapter of the Chefs Collaborative to protect and promote this heritage potato.

It was found that this particular variety of potato was specially adapted through years of natural cultivation to be disease hardy as well as frost and dampness resistant to thrive year round on the Olympic Peninsula and other Pacific coastal regions.

In Joan Hendrick’s modest – but productive – acreage the Ozette potato is the only variety she grows for this very reason.

Now, gardeners such as Joan Hendricks can produce these potatoes for sale and home use since seed potatoes are readily available at a number of garden centers in the Northwest.

Check out the “Specialty Produce App” or visit the Seattle chapter of Slow Foods, slowfoodseattle.wordpress.com, for a list of local seed producers.

Ozette Potato Fry

Traditionally among the Makah First Nation people, the potatoes were roasted in pits or earth ovens with hot rocks and served with whale oil. Nowadays, butter or olive oil is a nice pairing. The sweet, creamy, slightly nutty flavored potato is delicious roasted, fried and boiled. Its interesting bumpy skin may be peeled off, or it can be used to enhance the aesthetic of the dish. ½ lb potatoes 1 green pepper, diced 2 TBSP cup chopped fresh parsley

1/2 cup chopped peal onions I TBSP olive oil salt and pepper to taste

Wash and cut potatoes in half and place in medium size sauce pan with water barely covering the potatoes. Parboil potatoes until tender. Drain and allow to cool slightly, slice potatoes thinly, and place with diced green peppers and pearl onions in a pan.

Fry until potatoes are just crispy and onions are translucent - don’t worry if the peppers burn, that simply adds to the flavor. Add salt and pepper to taste. Spinkle with fresh parsley and serve with fried eggs and pan fried tomatoes. Time: approx. 30 mins.

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OysterFest 2017

Washington State Seafood Festival On October 7 and 8 the Port of Shelton’s Sanderson Field is where you’ll want to be. With the help of over a hundred community organizations, Skookum Rotary stages its annual small town BIG event, OysterFest. The gates are open from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Saturday and 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Sunday; and we hope to see you there.

Since 1982, OysterFest, has been a premier event and economic force in Shelton.

Though food is paramount there is much to see and do including entertainment, kids’ hands-on activities, marine displays and the regional shucking competition.

The Washington State Seafood Festival or OysterFest, is hosted, presented and coordinated by the Skookum Rotary Club of Shelton WA. Attend OysterFest for the great food, entertainment, beverages... and because every dollar spent at the event goes right back into the community! Yes, every vendor at OysterFest is supporting a great local cause.

Don’t miss out on the excitement on the Shucking Stage. And while the shuckers compete for the fastest time in the official West Coast Oyster Shucking Championship, the Seafood Cook off invites professional and amateur chefs to compete in an exciting seafood battle. It’s not just great food, beers, wines, or entertainment– exhibits also demonstrate the importance of clean water. The on-site displays and marine touch tanks allow visitors to get “up close” with a variety of wonderful sea crea-

tures including crabs, starfish, sea cucumbers and limpets. In addition to the touch tanks, there are exhibits on aquaculture, natural resources, and public safety. The Pacific Coast Shellfish Growers Association illustrates a spectrum of issues in their booth including environmental protection, shellfish safety, regulations and provide public information materials and answer questions. Also on-site with information is the Washington State Department of Health Shellfish Program. Their mission

is to educate and prevent illness in people who eat shellfish. The Mason County PUD# 3 also provides an educational display at OysterFest. Stop by their booth for helpful hints to reduce energy use and be safe around electricity. Be sure to check out all the exhibitors in following map view the list online. OysterFest is located on Sanderson Field, 1/2 mile north of Shelton, directly off US Hwy 101. There is plenty of parking as well as weekend camping opportunities.

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Look no further!

Celebrating 7 years of delicious food in Shelton.

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Monday through Saturday: 11:00 am – 9:00 pm 405 Railroad Avenue in Downtown Shelton – minutes from OysterFest

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C290 CHILI & SNO-CONES Mason 5 Firefighter’s Assoc.

C300 DEEP FRIED GARLIC Shelton Rugby C310 OYSTER FRITTERS Shelton Rotary C320 CURRIED MUSSELS WITH RICE Shelton Rotary C330 SHRIMP GUMBO Mt Moriah Lodge C340 SEAFOOD CEVICHE Evergreen PTSO C350 POP AND WATER Skookum Rotary C360 COCONUT SHRIMP Senior Services for S. Sound

36TH ANNUAL WASHINGTON STATE SEAFOOD FESTIVAL RV/CAMP ENTRANCE

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B200 FACE PAINTING Kitten Rescue B210 Humane Society of Mason County B220 Habitat for Humanity of Mason County B230 COTTON CANDY Kristmas Town Kiwanis B250 STRAWBERRY LEMONADE & STRAWBERRIES ON A BISCUIT Prince of Peace Catholic Church B260 Sound Learning B270 Steamboat Is. Cooperative Preschool B280 CARAMEL APPLES/CHOCOLATE Pope Kids’ Place

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Mason County Sportsman Association

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MINI GOLF Boy Scouts Troop #110

B70 Mason General & Family of Clinics

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NEED CASH? ATMs are available in the WINE STAGE area and near the entrance to the BEER GARDEN.

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A250 HARRY’S FAMOUS GRILLED OYSTERS North Mason Chamber of Commerce A270 AUTHENTIC FISH TACOS MC Senior Activities Assoc A280 CHOCOLATE STRAWBERRIES, SMOKED SALMON Youth For Christ A290 CLAM, SHRIMP & CHICKEN BASKETS Love INC A300 CATFISH, HALIBUT BURGERS, CHEESY SHRIMP BREAD Shelton Presbyterian Camp A310 BACON WRAPPED & BEER BATTERED SCALLOPS Shelton Presbyterian Youth Missions

OysterFest Wine & Beer

WASHINGTON WINERIES will showcase their best – a robust red to a subtle white – you will find them at OysterFest.

Prefer beer? Variety reigns here too – your choice of more than 24 types of beer & micro brews.

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C90 BBQ OYSTERS Boy Scout Troop #110 C100 CRAB, SHRIMP COCKTAIL Kiwanis Club of Hood Canal C110 OYSTERS ROCKEFELLER Mason County Association of Realtors C120 ESPRESSO & SCONES Mt. Olive Lutheran C130 FROZEN CHEESECAKE ON A STICK Miss Mason Area Fair Royalty C140 FRESH APPLE CIDER Little Skookum Community Hall C150 CORN ON THE COB SHS Band Boosters C160 PULLED PORK & COLESLAW Shelton High School Cheer C170 ROOT BEER & ORANGE CREME FLOATS Shelton High School Dance Team C180 SEAFOOD CREPES SHS Robotics Team #5295 Alternating Current C190 PACIFIC OYSTER SHOOTERS Marissa Ann Goodell Shining Star Scholarship C200 LOBSTER AND SHRIMP SLIDERS Centennial Hospital Guild C210 BRATWURST Cub Scout Pack 112 C220 BAKED POTATOES & TOPPINGS Shelton Kiwanis

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ID Check ELEPHANT EARS Altrusa International

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A140 SALMON CHOWDER Southside School Booster A150 HOMEMADE PIE, CHEESECAKE & TOPPINGS Peninsula Art Association A160 HOT DOGS, CHILI DOGS, CORN DOGS AND NACHOS Xi Gamma Psi A170 LINGUINI WITH CLAM SAUCE Canal Court A180 CRABWICHES Sanderson Field RC Flyers A190 MESQUITE BURGERS HAMBURGERS/BBQ RIBS Union City Lodge & Hood Canal Masonic Lodge

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C12 Mason County Community Services C13 Mason County Noxious Weed Control Board C14 WSU Mason County Extension C15 Mason Conservation District C16 Washington Sea Grant C17 Hood Canal Salmon Enhancement Group C30 MARINE ANIMAL TOUCH TANKS – MESS C40 OYSTERS ON THE HALF SHELL & FRESH OYSTERS TO TAKE HOME Marine Education Science Society (MESS)

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A70 SALMON DINNER & FRY BREAD Squaxin Island Tribal Elders A90 POP AND WATER Skookum Rotary A100 PRIME RIB-WRAPPED OYSTERS Union McReavy House A110 OLYMPIC MTN ICE CREAM Shelton High School SADD Club A120 FISH & CHIPS Jolly Jester

Note: Exhibitor listings are subject to change without notice, check at info booth on site for specific vendors.

Family Activities at OysterFest There is so much to SEA and do at OysterFest for everyone. Sunday is FAMILY DAY – enjoy free admission for kids 13 and under!

In the KIDS’ AREA, try mini golf, games or TRAIN RIDES. Visit the sea creatures in the MARINE TOUCH TANKS and PAINT YOUR FACE at Kitten Rescue’s booth.

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It’s all about the Oyster!

Know your Oysters The not so secret – secret to good oysters – is safe handling. From the moment you purchase, insure that they are kept cold and fresh – on ice or covered with a damp cloth in the fridge to keep them moist. Fresh oysters must be alive just before consumption or cooking. Tap on the shell– a live oyster will close up and is safe to eat.

Olympia

The native oyster to Washington State, the Olympia oyster is a half dollar size with a metallic finish. The Olympia oyster fishery ran from the mid-1800s until about 1915 supplying California’s demand for oysters.

The oysters were harvested from shallow bays of southern Puget Sound and Willapa Bay until pollution and over harvesting caused a collapse of the wild fishery.

Pacific

Native to Japan, farmers began experimenting with the Pacific oyster in 1904. Washington began importing seed in commercial quantities in the 1930s. This practice of importing seed lasted for over 45 years. The Pacific is now the most important commercial species on the West Coast. Beginning in the 1950s researchers began to study Pacific reproduction to reduce the dependence on seed imports. Since the 1970s local shellfish growers have relied on hatcheries for the production to meet the demand for NW oysters.

Kumamoto

The Kumamoto has a small deep cup and a sweet meat that is prized by raw oyster consumers. Brought to WA from Japan’s Kumamoto Prefecture, they are unable to reproduce in Northwest waters so growers rely exclusively on hatchery stock. The prized cup of the Kumamoto oyster and its limited supply has growers altering growing practices to create cupped Pacific oysters to meet half shell market demands. Growers use flip or tumble bags to chip the shell of the Pacific and force it into a deeper cup. Specialty oysters with names such as Kusshi, Shigoku, Sea Cow, Blue Pools, Chelsea Gems, and Baywater Sweets, are the result.

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Virginica

The decline of the Olympia oyster opened the door for the import of the Virginica from the east coast in the early 1900s. The eastern oysters did not adapt well to NW waters and experienced large die off when transplanted. There are still beds of Virginicas raised by WA shellfish farmers.

Eat your way through OysterFest... it’s for a good cause!

From a delicate seafood ceviche to corn on the cob – and, of course, fresh local oysters prepared in every way imaginable – there is something for every palate at OysterFest.

Every food vendor – with no exception – is volunteering their time to create delicious bites to support local organization with proceeds benefiting Mason County based organizations.

What does that mean to you? Every bite of deep fried oyster, coconut shrimp, strawberry shortcake, or Squaxin fry bread with fresh grilled salmon – gives you a burst of karma!

The busiest booth on site is the coconut shrimp hosted by the Senior Services for South Sound.The succulent shrimp in crunchy crispy coconut are a popular combination and often sold out by midday. The group raises funds to help seniors remain healthy and independent in their homes. They also supports seniors with Meals On Wheels, and health and social services. Maybe you should get two orders of coconut shrimp!

Be sure to try the Squaxin Elders salmon & fry bread. Grilled to perfection, moist and fresh, the slab of seasoned salmon perfectly complements the crispy hot fried bread. All the proceeds go to assisting elder members of the Squaxin Island Tribe.

Interested in the oysters? If you can imagine it, the folks at OysterFest have probably made it happen – grilled oysters bathed in melted garlic butter; Oysters Rockefeller; deep fried oyster fritters with a tangy ice cold dip; fortifying hearty – burn your

tongue– oyster chowder; skewered oysters wrapped in rashes of thick bacon – well, you get the idea.

A purist when it comes to your oysters?

That’s covered too. After all, Mason County is home to the best oysters in – the world! Sweet tumbled yearling Pacifics with a fresh cucumber finish and briny liquor or firm kelpy flavored shore harvested two season oyster – check out your shucks at OysterFest! Stop by the raw oyster bar hosted by the Marine Education Science Society (MESS) for some of Hammersley Inlet and Hood Canal’s finest examples. These prized shooters need no dressing – but if you like, splash on a little mignonette—a piquant sauce made with vinegar and shallots, or a squeeze of lemon – both are a perfect balance to the briny, somewhat creamy oysters. Again, go crazy – not only is it good for you – unless your doctor gave you reason to not eat raw seafood – it’s for a good cause.

Above –Squaxin salmon & fry bread and coconut shrimp are popular food choices at OysterFest. Right – In the half shell raw shooters are a “must try” (or at least attempt).

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How does your oyster grow?

Have you ever wondered how the same species of oyster, Pacific for example, can have such varied flavors or textures? Like different wines with a terrior, oysters have a merrior – growing area and method make all the difference!

Striving to ensure a healthy industry and environment for shellfish farming on the Pacific Coast

Connect with your local shellfish farmers, learn about upcoming shellfish events in your community, and more.

www.pcsga.org

Not all beaches are created equal – some are muddy, some sandy and some rocky. Each type of growing ground has opportunities and limitations for success. Oysters grown on top of muddy ground often sink into the mud suffocating them for they aren’t able to circulate water and food into their bodies.

Muddy bays have led to culture techniques that suspend the oysters above the mud such as long lines, stakes, suspended nets, and racks and bags. Firm sandy and rocky bays allow for oysters to be grown on the bottom as well as using the off bottom techniques described for muddy areas. In addition to substrate type, location of the oysters on the beach will determine how long the oyster will take to achieve a marketable size. Oysters grown in the intertidal area are exposed to daily tidal inundation will have well developed adductor muscles and thicker shells thus being heartier for shipment.

Oysters suspended in the water column for growing will have the benefit of a constant food source and thus grow quickly but will have delicate shells and be susceptible to the elements. Often times suspended oysters are placed in the high energy inter-tidal environment for a few weeks prior to market to harden the shells for shipment and condition the oysters to hold their shells shut.

The method of growth can greatly change the shape of the oyster. A Pacific allowed to grow naturally on the beach will have a sturdy irregular shell with a great deal of frills. The regular exposure at low tide strengthens the shell protects the meat from heat and predators like sea stars and crabs.

In Europe, where there is very limited tidal change, some farmers manually pull the

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oysters from the water for periods of time to mimic the tidal action.

The tumble bag creates an altered but very marketable shape for cultured oysters.

Oysters are placed in the bag as small seed and the tide does the rest. The tidal flip and roll chip off the fragile lips and force the oyster to curve. The result is a deep cup in its lower shell.

Each bay has its own selection of phytoplankton yielding oysters with different meat colors and flavors.

Pacific oysters grown in Willapa Bay have a different “merrior” from those grown in Samish Bay. Hood Canal oysters are claimed to be more briny than the sweeter cucumber flavored bivalves grown in Hammersley Inlet or South Puget Sound waterways. Just like the well attuned vintners of the Rhone Valley, oyster connoisseurs are able to detect the subtleties of each bay by tasting the meat and observing the shell.

Can you taste the difference?

Awww... Shucks!

It looks simple enough – insert, twist, flick, repeat. However, if you’ve ever attempted to shuck an oyster you will know, it’s anything but easy. Just ask around – damage from shucking knives and stubborn oysters is as common as stories of ladder accidents and stepping on septic nails! No, these shuckers know what they are doing and know just where to press the tip to coax the shell open without leaving a shattered mess or a stabbed artery.

OysterFest is a great opportunity to learn a few tips on shucking, but watch carefully, they move quickly!

Over the course of two days of competition from noon to close contestants vie for the title of the fastest shucker or the best half-shell shucker – or – both titles.

The championship in Shelton is a preliminary event to the U.S. shuck-off, the National Oyster Shucking Championship Contest® featuring the fastest men and women shuckers competing for cash prizes.

Winners can go on to compete in the International Oyster Festival in Galway, Ireland.

The West Coast Shucking Champion uses more than 6000 oysters. A shucker draws a tray of two dozen oysters by lottery. As the contest begins, the shuckers hold their knives at head height to indicate readiness. At the signal from the chief judge, the timekeepers start their watches and the contestants begin.

The shuckers rapidly open and place each oyster, completely severed from the shell, on its unbroken half-shell on the tray. The trays are coded and the judges sequestered so that the competition is completely impartial. Speed is paramount on Saturday – with the fastest times coming in under two minutes!

Windermere Hood Canal Vacation Rentals

Our homes are privately owned and are managed by Windermere Hood Canal.

Let us assist you in getting the perfect location for your next reunion, retreat or romantic getaway or, purchase your perfect vacation home by working with a Windermere Hood Canal Realtor. Homes are located in and around Brinnon,

Quilcene and Hoodsport in the foothills of the Olympic Mountains on the shores of Hood Canal. An easy weekend getaway from Seattle or Portland.

Each home is fully stocked with cooking tools, coffee pots and microwaves.

Bed and bath linens are provided.Discounted weekly rates are available.

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Shellfish Growers Tackling Trash throughout South Puget Sound Becky Mabardy, PCSGA Outreach and Projects Coordinator

The Pacific Coast Shellfish Growers Association (PCSGA) is gearing up for our 26th Bi-Annual Shellfish Growers – South Puget Sound Beach Cleanup.

Twice a year, shellfish growers join forces with state agencies and non-profit organizations to remove debris from local beaches in South Puget Sound. Early Thursday morning, a force of about 120 volunteers and 25 boats will head out to scour approximately 100 miles of shoreline for marine debris of all types. Debris is then transported by vessel to either of the two land-based sorting stations at Arcadia Boat Launch in Shelton and National Fish and Oyster in Nisqually.

Over the last 15 years, the shellfish industry has expanded, and yet the composition of debris collected during these cleanups remains fairly constant -- with debris NOT related to shellfish aquaculture making up 80% of the collection.

Of the small amount of shellfish gear recovered, about half is typically returned to shellfish grower’s farms, instead of the

landfill. It is one of PCSGA’s primary goals to work with our members to minimize the amount of gear escaping from farms during storm event, and cleanup gear that enters our waterways.

“The PCSGA beach cleanup is great. Awesome to see how much the industry cares about the water and continually improving practices to reduce marine debris.”

- Andy Gregory, Pollution Prevention Director, Puget Soundkeeper Alliance Keeping our beaches clean is a group effort and shellfish growers acknowledge their role in taking care of the shorelines where they farm.

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The cleanups are a reminder for growers to continuously maintain the integrity of gear on farms and demonstrate their commitment to protecting and preserving the ecosystem. PCSGA can never offer enough thanks to all who give their time and energy to this cause year after year, and what a difference each pair of hands makes toward this tradition of environmental stewardship!

Fees to dispose of the debris are raised at PCSGA's annual community event, SLURP in Olympia. If you see debris along the shoreline or in the water, please report it to the PCSGA Marine Debris Hotline (360) 489-0141, or email beckymabardy@ pcsga.org.

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Theler Wetlands Nature Preserve offer spectacular Birding opportunities Looking for a refreshing easy local walk with plenty of birds and wildlife? Consider visiting the very accessible Theler Wetlands near the south entrance to Belfair, WA. Interpretative signs, native plants, and even a reconstructed whale skeleton – makes this an inspiring walk.

Theler #54 | Oly Loop “Spring and fall, listen for Golden-crowned Kinglets; Bewick’s, Marsh, and Winter Wrens. Birds of prey “prowl” the air: Bald Eagles, Ospreys, Red-Tailed Hawks, Shorteared Owls. Winter brings Northern Shrikes to meadows. Features include dabblers: Northern Pintails, American Wigeons, Green-winged Teals; and divers: Ruddy Ducks, Horned Grebes, Common Mergansers, Common Goldeneyes.”

Excerpt from The Great Washington State Birding Trail map – Olympic Loop, Site #54 View at wa.audubon.org or purchase a hardcover copy online.

PHOTO: KASSIDY KADOUN

Kassidy Kadoun | Story and images

Located at the head of Hood Canal the Theler Wetlands offers several accessible walking trails within a protected salt marsh and estuary wetlands. The Theler Wetlands of Belfair include a gorgeous salt water estuary. The wetlands are accessible through many miles of level trails and boardwalks, surrounded by roses, shrubs, and blackberries in bloom in the summer months. The trails amount to 3.5 miles round-trip, with the option of three different routes.

The Union River Estuary Trail is the longest trail offered. To the left of the trail is an old dike that travels through some of the tidal wetlands, and to the right is fresh water marshes filled with cattails and tall grasses.

The viewing point from this perspective is spectacular! There are 360-degree views of the Union River, Hood Canal, and the Olympic Mountains.

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Sam Theler, a real estate developer, deeded the wetlands to the North Mason School district in 1968 in honor of his wife.

Families can give these trails a visit, and if they are open, displays and hands-on exhibits are available to examine. They help to teach more about the wetlands ecosystem. There are mounted animals with plaques of information on each, along with a gray whale skeleton for display. There is a picnic area and a restroom as well. Keep an eye out for the many birdhouses along each trail—they are hard to miss! Often spotted are red-winged blackbirds, kingfishers, herons, eagles, otters, and geese. These trails are perfect for people of all ages.

TO VISIT: From Hwy 3 at milepost 25.5 in town of Belfair, turn left (west) at crosswalk stop light into Mary E.Theler Community Center (22871 Hwy 3.) Park at south end of paved lot by trailhead.

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Find out at this year’s Pumpkinfest Catapult Competition on Saturday, October 28, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Sponsored by the North Mason Chamber of Commerce, local high school and tech students show off their engineering skills by competing with their very own pumpkin-chuckin’ trebuchets.

"Union Pumpkin Festival is an all October long harvest festival and fall celebration that takes place in the heart of autumn culminating on Halloween weekend."

cal Skills Center (North Mason students participate). Along with the North Mason Chamber and Hunter Farms, several local businesses participate as sponsors and provide prizes for the winning teams.

school students gain a valuable learning experience as well. From building their own trebuchets to competing out in the field, it is something they, along with their families, will remember for a very long time.”

“We are thrilled to be a part of this exciting event again this year,” said Stephanie Rowland, President & CEO of the North Mason Chamber, a sponsor of the event.

“It’s such a unique experience for the local community and the visitors. The local high

Experience all or some of PumpkinFest, and discover that even in evergreen country nature puts on that rich and golden livery, calling out that the bounty of the season awaits you in Union. For more information, visit hunter-farms.com.

The electricity in the air is palable as the teams roll out these giant wood-crafted pumpkin catapults and trebuchets. The teams compete in a competition of constrction skill, accuracy, and showmanship. It is the perfect fall event for family and friends – and is FREE. This event takes place on the last Saturday in October at Hunter Farms out in the pumpkin patch, rain or shine. Watch ‘em hurl!

The following high schools will compete in the 2017 event: Shelton High School, Rainier High School, West Sound Techni-

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Duckabush Ranger Hole Hike

The Ranger Hole hike leads down to the Duckabush river, 1.6 miles roundtrip. Overall the hike is rather flat and not too far in distance, making it enjoyable for those of all ages.

The trail weaves through moss covered trees and banks of wildflowers. Although heavily shaded, the view is spectacular. The end of the trail descends to the river, revealing a breathtaking view below. Turquoise waters rush into a sparkly blue pool surrounded by polished river rock. A small path that leads down closer to the river, a perfect spot to sit and enjoy a mellow afternoon.

Kassidy Kadoun | Story and images

Above the pool, the river churns in white rapids as it rushes through a rock passage, cascading down to the Ranger Hole. The Ranger Hole got it’s name because the Forest Rangers who once lived at the Interrorem Cabin at the start of the trailhead used to fish for Steelhead there.

The historic ranger cabin at the start of the trail is the very first ranger station serving the Olympic Forest, built in 1906. It is a three-room cabin, with a vaulted roof, which later was a Depression era WPA and CCC station, and then a fire guard station. Today, it is available for rent by families who want a unique experience.

PASS REQUIRED: A Recreation Pass IS REQUIRED at the trailhead. Day & Annual Passes are available at FS offices and vendors, but not available at trailheads.

TRAIL INFORMATION: Trail is annually maintained.

Some muddy areas during the wet season. HAZARD WARNING: River contains swift water, rapids and waterfalls. River is not floatable. Use extreme caution.

Ranger Hole Trail #824

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PHOTO: KASSIDY KADOUN

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Winter steelhead fishing around the Fjord

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When I think of the Hood Canal, I think of sunny days filled with clamming, crabbing and salmon fishing. Whether you are an avid outdoorsman like me, a weekend warrior, or someone who just wants to get away, the Hood Canal and surrounding area of small towns rich in unique character have a lot to offer someone seeking summertime fun.

What about the rest of the year?

Does this summertime mecca of outdoor fun offer anything for those of us who want to experience something that will satisfy our urge to get away to the outdoors even if just for a day? Yes, it does have something to offer to the person who is willing to leave behind all the hustle and bustle and have an awe inspiring experience in truly serene winter beauty with the chance to tangle with a fish of almost legendary status, the winter steelhead. Fishing for and catching one of these elusive and wary giants will create an experience and memory to last a lifetime.

Steelhead are different than their cousins the salmon in the fact they can return to their

home rivers several times and spawn many times before they reach the end of their life cycles whereas pacific salmon only spawn once.

Steelhead are a species of rainbow trout that is spawned in a river and then goes out to saltwater to mature. Their life in the nutrient rich waters of the Pacific Ocean allow them to grow rapidly and reach over 30 lbs in weight. The www.verles.com State of Washington currently plants steelhead into river systems throughout the State of Washington for anglers of all experience levels to enjoy.

Always refer to the most current Fishing Rules Pamphlet provided by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife and

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Meet you at the Pumpkin Patch Head over to mouth of the Skokomish River to check out Hunter Farm's famous pumpkin celebration all month in October! Along with picking out your favorite pumpkin, enjoy a corn maze, hay maze, tractor rides, petting zoo, as well as giant pumpkins and more all around the farm. Stop by the market store for fresh veggies as well as a great selection of gifts. Consider purchasing the adorable handmade pumpkin hats for kids ($15) or pick up a jar of fresh local honey or salsa! Hungry? Hunter Farms has a great selection of Olympic Mountain Ice Cream flavors as well! hunter-farms.com FJORD 32

also check their website for current updates or changes to the rules and regulations.

Just South of the Hood Canal on Highway 101 you will find the town of Shelton, home of Verles Sportcenter and Marine.

Established in 1948 Verles has had its finger on the pulse of the Hood Canal and most things outdoors including steelhead fishing for almost 70 years. With a staff skilled in steelhead fishing techniques and a selection of gear, Verles is there to help you get away and be successful in your outdoor adventure any time of the year.

Fishing for steelhead may sound daunting, but there are at least three basic techniques that virtually anyone can master with a little guidance. Bottom bouncing with corkies, yarn and a small cluster of cured fish eggs or sand shrimp can be extremely effective from the bank or from a boat. Fishing with a float and jig is also a very effective technique that can be used from the shore or by boat as well. Plunking, a technique where the bait or lure is anchored in the current by a weight and the fisherman waits for the fish to come to him, can be very relaxing and productive.

Whether your goal is the serenity of being in 360-426-5811 the beauty of the local nature or landing a trophy steelhead the folks at Verles are here to help you make those memories.

Check out great deals on steelhead rod and reel combos by Abu Garcia, a proven performer for a great price. So if you are a do it yourselfer or want to float down a beautiful river with a professional guide for an experience of a lifetime, the knowledgeable staff of Verles is here to help. Verles is located at 741 West Golden Pheasant Road in Shelton.

Tracing the Fjord

Hunting for holiday treasures Each community surrounding the fjord and the inner inlets of Puget Sound has a unique flavor. Below is a taste of a few of the "finds" our shoppers discovered that just may make this year's Christmas list a little simpler!

BRINNON is located on the Hood

Canal waterfront. Here you will find food and shops. Be sure to stop in and visit the seven acres of heritage plants at Whitney Gardens and check out their retail store that is open year round. This is a great opportunity to get that elusive heritage plant for the gardener on your list. After your garden walk, stop in at the Halfway House Cafe for their famous and delicious pies.

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pic Peninsula along the Hood Canal and is a friendly community of approximately 600 people. Here you will find stores, restaurants and even espresso! Stop by the variety of antique shops in your hunt for treasures.

LILLIWAUP is located at the mouth

of Lilliwaup Creek. Highway 101 passes through the small town. With a shop, post office, and motel, this also makes a great stop for ice cream! Head over to Hama Hama to check out their retail store for some great gift ideas. Cookbooks, specialty foods, trinkets, to logo shirts and hoodies in every size – you will find something for everone on your list. As a special treat for out of town friends and family Hama Hama offers direct shipping of a fresh sampling of their products. Beautifully wrapped for the season, clams, and oysters can arrive overnight across the country!

Visit hamahama.com for inspiration.

HOODSPORT is famous to SCU-

BA enthusiasts. Hoodsport n'Dive carries a variety of gifts for the divers from masks and accessories to full certifications. The Octopus Gallery carries a beautiful selection of silver and gold jewelry at all price ranges. Owned & operated by Lucy & Tim, who are both goldsmiths, most of the jewelry is made on-site, along with some jewelry produced by local artists. Lucy’s mother makes all the artwork, which is then copied onto cards, keychains, clothing, mugs, and more. Stop by the Hardware Distillery to pick up a few gnomes with wax hats (above) – starting at just $15, these make great stocking stuffers!

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www.StottleWinery.com 360-877-2247

Open for Tastings

Fri - Sun 11am - 5pm (thru Oct. 22) Fri - Sat 11am - 5pm (thru Dec. 2) Saturdays Only (Dec 3 - March 9)

POTLATCH is located

on the western shore of the Hood Canal, near the mouth of the Skokomish River. Potlatch State Park is year round camping park with 5,700-feet of saltwater shoreline. For some amazing one-of-a-kind gifts, climb the hill to Peterson's Gallery and check out the native art carvings, prints and paintings. Reasonably-priced, the artwork would be a gift welcome by anyone on your list.

UNION is renowned as an

artists’ haven. With a range of lodging options – from quaint cottages to inclusive resorts, the area was recognized as the “Prettiest Town in America.”

Stop by the Union City Market for local produce and wonderful gift ideas, many of them unique artistic creations you

Shopkeeper, Lisa Leggett at Union City Market (left); Union Country Store (middle); Cameo Boutique (right).

will find no where else! Across the street visit the Union County Store for more opportunities to shop including the pop-up clothing selection and handmade jewelry from local artists.

Cameo Boutique carries Walter Dacon wines & more as well as “Hood Canal” handpainted tableware.

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protected waters of the South Sound, is famous for kayaking and boating on Case Inlet. Stop in for a selection of restaurants and shops including a unique chainsaw carving retail outlet, Bear in the Box, and a wonderful wool shop carrying a wide range of gifts.

BELFAIR is nestled in

the tip of Hood Canal. Belfair hosts local and chain stores and restaurants along with major grocery stores and many small local shops. Stop in at Mosquito Fleet Winery or Bent Bine Brewery for a tour and to take a few samples home.

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The gift selection is endless.

Also on Railroad Avenue are a selection of gift shops, antique stores, jewelry stores as well as a well stocked bookstore, Brilliant Moon, that carries a selection of natural handmade goods.

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In the mood for a bigger gift? On Cota Street stop by the Cota Street Antiques and check out the antique English furniture. Some of the pieces are slightly well used but if you like quality unique pieces this could the place to go. My favorite is the beautiful stain glass windows that the shop owner salvaged from buildings dismantled in England and shipped to his shop in Shelton.

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Sargent Oyster House: “Pearl of Allyn” Historic Preservation Project

The Sargent Oyster House is one of the few remaining original oyster houses on Puget Sound, where oysters were sorted, shucked and packed for sale and represents an integral part of the Sounds oystering history.

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October – April join us Saturdays & Sundays from 2:00 – 4:00 PM for an afternoon cruise.

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Photo courtesy of Mason County Historical Socirty Originally, perched out over North Bay on barnacle encrusted pilings for ease of unloading the oyster scows, the building was built in 1951 by Hump Nelson.

Hump Nelson was well known for introducing oyster growing to North Bay in Puget Sound and developing self-cleaning dykes that promoted the growth of Olympia oysters. Clem and Dee Sargent took over the operation and ran the Sargent Oyster house for over 40 years and had many outlets in both Seattle and Tacoma. Dee Sargent is remembered by Mary Lindsey in Mark Woytowich's short film (about working for the Sargents), as a true saltwater woman, who worked the oyster lease, picking and sorting oysters, meanwhile raising three children.

In 2014, Port of Allyn officials created a plan with state officials to save the historic landmark from destruction. On a rainy day in January of 2015, the North Shore Historical Society and other supporters banned together using trucks and engineering prowess to relocate the building off its teetering pilings.

Later that year, it was deemed a historical site fit for preservation

by Mason County with its location to be determined as it rested in the lower parking lot of the Port of Allyn. Some restorations have been made, but there is still much work to be done and volunteers are needed. So far, the work completed on the Sargent Oyster House includes asbestos removal, concrete work, window refinishing, heating nd cooling installation, artifact indexing and museum work, interior design and space planning, and publicity and printing. Help still needed includes carpentry, electrical, siding, painting, general labor, fundraising, plumbing, roofing, and drywall.

The proposed new site for the Sargent building is in the waterfront park in Allyn. This new venue will serve as a shellfish and maritime museum with exhibits about local history, architecture, aquaculture and educational classes for the public and for students of aquaculture.

For more information peruse, Mark Woytowich and Don Hunt

Millwork customized to your needs!

Moving of the Sargent Oyster House from its location in Union to Allyn – photo credit Don Hunt, from the Mark Woytowich's documentary. series of short videos available on Vimeo, which provide insightful interviews of locals about the Sargent Oyster House and the historical importance to the community of Allyn, as well as providing an interesting snapshot of an “oyster community” in the early 20th century.

Fund-raising continues and at this years OysterFest in Shelton, North Bay Historical Society will be selling limited edition Hoodsport Winery blended red wine made of grapes from Port of Allyn commissioner Judy Scott’s garden and labelled with the Sargent Oyster House.

The Shopper—offers more than you could imagine!

Kassidy Kadoun | Fjord staff

As a curious customer, I gave The Shopper an unexpected visit on a random weekday, and to my surprise, I discovered a welcoming, local business!

Entering the store, you are surrounded by an array of office supplies and print displays.

They really do have anything you could possibly need. The amount of services offered was unbelievable!

Thanks to Kelsie Smith, The Shopper’s marketing manager, I was given an on-thespot tour of the entire store, along with an in-depth explanation of all the various machines in the back. The Shopper offers both printing and design services for both business and individual printing needs.

Authorized Dealer

Remodeling? Building a home?

Olympic Mountain Millwork offers: • Cabinets and Built-ins for Every Room • Pre-finished and Paint Grade Millwork Packages • Pre-Hung Interior and Exterior Doors Call for an onsite walk-through or visit our Shelton showroom.

Olympic Mountain Millwork

(360) 432-2992 822 E HIAWATHA BLVD. SHELTON, WA 98584

Visit our gallery online at: ommco.net The Shopper also receives thousands of units daily, shipped in from Seattle. Some of the services offered include screen printing, embroidery, custom logo design, and bulk mailing, which covers printing, address labeling, inserting, sealing, and mailing your letters for you. The main printing services include business cards, flyers, brochures, postcards, newsletters, letterheads/stationary, promotional items, pocket folders, calendars, banners, signs, vehicle magnets, and more. And, if a customer has a request that is just a little beyond The Shopper’s capabilities, they have trade partners all across the

United States that can help to assist in completing the task at hand.

“People don't realize how intensive the process is—for free things too!” exclaims Kelsie. The amount of printers in the back of the store, all for different purposes, was beyond impressive.

Some of the machines were brand new, and others have been in use since the 1930’s.

If you have never before been in The Shopper, I recommend you give it a look. I can promise you will be pleasantly surprised!

On top of that, they have countless office supplies, spa supplies, and a free local delivery service reaching out to all of Mason and Thurston County, along with some of Grays Harbor and Jefferson counties.

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48. Hoodsport Winery & Tasting Room 49. The Waterfront at Potlatch 50. Peterson Art Gallery 51. Kelsey’s All Natural 52. Dee’s Seafood 53. Twin Totems Store/Shell Gas 54. Lucky Dog Casino/NorthFork Grill 55. Hunter Farms & Visitor Center 56. Kari’s Collectibles 57. Hood Canal Events

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27 Lake Cushman Resort (360) 877-9630 4621 N Lake Cushman Rd, Hoodsport | rentals

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Lucky Dog Casino (360) 877-5656 19330 Hwy 101, Skokomish | Casino 54

63 Olympia Schooner Co. (360) 898-2145 Alderbrook dock, Union

VASHO ISLAND

10 Whitney Gardens and Nursery (360) 796-4411 306264 US-101, Brinnon

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59 Hood Canal Marina (360) 898-2252 5101 E SR 106, Union | Tours and moorage

55 Skokomish Tribal Center & Museum (360) 426-4232 80 N Tribal Center Rd, Skokomish

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73 Harmony 3 Hill Retreat Center (360) 898-2363 | 7362 E SR 106, Union

14 Pleasant Harbor Marina Resort (360) 796-4611 | 308913 US-101, Brinnon

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25 Blue Horizons Paddlesports (253) 256-1887 | 14008 N Lake Cushman Rd, Hoodsport | Kayak rentals/tours

15 Mike’s Beach Resort & Diving (360) 877-5324 | 38470 Hwy 101, Hoodsport

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28 Lake Cushman Golf Course (360) 877-5505 | 210 N Fairway Dr W, Hoodsport

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16 68. Union Square Deli 69. Cameo Boutique Wine Shop & Cottages 70. Alderbrook Resort & Spa 71. Alderbrook Golf & Yacht Club 72. Alderbrook Clubhouse Grille 73. Harmony Hill Retreat Center 75. SummerTide Resort & Marina 76. Sister’s Point Waterfront Cabin 77. Gladwin Beach House 78. The Cherokee Beach House

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Alderbrook Country Store (360) 898-7400 1031 E McReavy Rd, Union | Texaco Gas 66

Hood Canal Outfitters (360) 877-9444 24171 Hwy 101, Hoodsport 39

Quilcene Village Store (360) 765-0190 294235 US-101 2

Twin Totems Store (360) 427-9099 19390 Hwy 101, Skokomish | Shell Gas 53

BRIDGE GROCERY ND 11 Brinnon General Store (360) 796-4400

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Cove RV Park & Country Store (360) 796-4723 | 303075 US-101,SEATTLE Brinnon 16 Hama Hama Oyster Co. (888) 877-5844 35846 Hwy 101, Lilliwaup 55 Hunter Farms (360) 426-2222 1921 E SR 106, Union 44 IGA Grocery Store (360) 877-9444 24151 Hwy 101, Hoodsport 27 Lake Cushman General Store (360) 877-9630 4621 N Lake Cushman Rd, Hoodsport 28 Lake Cushman Grocery 2550 N Lake Cushman Rd, Hoodsport 19 Lilliwaup Store (360) 877-0002 28621 Hwy 101, Hoodsport 2 Quilcene Village Store (360) 765-0190 294235 US-101

Union City Market (360) 898-3500 5101 E State Route 106, Union | year round 60

61 Union Country Store (360) 898-2641 5130 E SR 106, Union | Summer only

DINING

58 2 Margaritas Restaurant (360) 898-2462 5121 E SR 106, Union 72

Alderbrook Clubhouse Grille (360) 898-2560

330 Country Club Dr E, Union 70

Alderbrook Resort & Spa (360) 898-5500

7101 E SR 106, Union 17

Eagle Creek Saloon (360) 877-6729

31281 Hwy 101, Lilliwaup

51 Kelsey’s All Natural (360) 877-5696 21391 US-101, Skokomish

77 Gladwin Beach House (360) 337-2960 391 Gladwin Beach Rd, Belfair, gladwinbeach.com

NorthFork Grill (360) 877-2300 Lucky Dog Casino, 19330 Hwy 101, Skokomish

73 Harmony Hill Retreat Center (360) 898-2363 7362 E SR 106, Union

36 Model T Pub & Eatery (360) 877-9883 24281 Hwy 101, Hoodsport 54

14 Pleasant Harbor Marina Resort (360) 796-4611 | 308913 US-101, Brinnon

20 Hood Canal Vacation Homes (360) 796-3450 vacationhomesonhoodcanal.com

33 The Burger Stand (360) 877-6122 24311 Hwy 101, Hoodsport

19 Lilliwaup Motel (360) 877-0002 28621 Hwy 101, Hoodsport

64 Robin Hood Restaurant (360) 898-4400 6790 E SR 106, Union

31 The Girls Café (360) 877-9000 2440 N Lake Cushman Rd, Hwy 119, Hoodsport

INFORMATION

Brinnon Visitor’s Center (360) 796-4350 306144 US-101, Brinnon 9

32 Hoodsport Visitor Info (800) 576-2021 (360) 877-2021 | 150 N Lk Cushman Rd, Hoodsport

76 Sisters Point Waterfront Cabin (360) 275-6816 12121 NE North Shore Rd, Belfair 26 Skokomish Park at Lake Cushman (360) 877-5760 | 7211 N Lake Cushman Rd, Hoodsport

75 Summertide Resort & Marina (360) 275-9313 15781 NE North Shore Road, Tahuya

24 Sunrise Motel & Dive (360) 877-5301 Hunter Farms Visitor Center (360) 426-2222 24520 Hwy 101, Hoodsport 1921 E SR 106, Union 62 The Bend on Hood Canal (360) 490-5545 3 Munn Bros Hood Canal Properties 253 E Great Bend Drive, Union (360) 765-4500 | 294843 US-101, Quilcene

RETAIL

69 Cameo Boutique & Wine Shop (360) 898-3200 | 6871 E SR 106, Union

Henery Hardware (360) 765-3113 294382 US-101, Quilcene 1

39 Hood Canal Outfitters (360) 877-9444 24171 Hwy 101, Hoodsport 57 Kari’s Collectibles (360) 898-0277 4941 E SR 106, Union 37 Laurie’s Gift & Liquor (360) 877-5252 24230 Hwy 101, Hoodsport 43 Octopus Garden Jewelry (360) 877-5530 24202 Hwy 101, Hoodsport

LODGING

Geoduck Family Restaurant (360) 796-4430 307103 US-101, Brinnon

The Cherokee Beach House (877) 232-7941 6871 E SR 106, Union, selahinn.com

Hama Hama Oyster Co. (888) 877-5844 35846 Hwy 101, Lilliwaup

15 Mike’s Beach Resort (360) 877-5324 38470 Hwy 101, Hoodsport

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55 Alderbrook Resort & Spa (360) 898-2200 7101 E SR 106, Union

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27 Lake Cushman Resort (360) 877-9630 4621 N Lake Cushman Rd, Hoodsport

21 The Tides Family Restaurant (360) 877-8921 6 Mount Walker Inn (360) 765-3410 27061 Hwy 101, Hoodsport 61 Maple Grove Rd, Quilcene 4 Twana Road House (360) 765-6485 22 Rest-A-While RV Park (360) 877-9474 94793 US-101, Quilcene 27001 Hwy 101, Hoodsport 68 Union Square Deli & Espresso 65 Robin Hood Village (360) 898-2163 (360) 898-3354 | 310 E Dalby Rd, Suite 100, Union 6780 SR 106, Union

47 El Puerto de Angeles Restaurant (360) 877-5921 | 24080 Hwy 101, Hoodsport 5 Gear Head Deli (360) 301-3244 294963 US-101, Quilcene

i 23 Glen Ayr Resort, Motel & RV Park (360) 877-9522, 25381 Hwy 101, Hoodsport

69 Cameo Boutique Cottages (360) 490-7006 130 NE Dulalip Landing, Belfair 78 7

49 T he Waterfront at Potlatch (360) 877-9422 21660 Hwy 101, Hoodsport

WINE/SPIRITS

69 Cameo Boutique & Wine Shop (360) 898-3200 | 6871 E SR 106, Union 48 Hoodsport Winery & Tasting Room (360) 877-9508 | N 23501 Hwy 101, Hoodsport 42 Stottle Winery Tasting Room (360) 877-2247 | 24180 Hwy 101, Hoodsport 38 The Hardware Distillery & Tasting Room (206) 300-0877 | 24210 Hwy 101, Hoodsport

BANKS/CREDIT UNIONS

67 Our Community Credit Union (OCCU) (800) 426-5657 | 320 E Dalby Rd, Ste A, Union 34

Columbia Bank (360) 877-5272 | 24341 Hwy 101, Hoodsport

US POST OFFICES

Brinnon 144 Brinnon Ln, Brinnon Hoodsport 76 N Lake Cushman Rd, Hoodsport Lilliwaup 8621 Hwy 101, Lilliwaup Quilcene 294843 US-101, Quilcene Union 310 E Dalby Rd, Union

Cove RV Park & Country Store (360) 796-4723 | 303075 US-101, Brinnon 30 Dow Creek Resort (360) 877-5022 35 Hoodsport Coffee Co. (360) 877-6732 39

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Utility District #3 and Washington Sea Grant. Organizations joining them in We are pleased to support the Marine Education Science 2016 include the North Mason Kiwan-Society at the 2017 OysterFest. Stop by at the Raw Oyster of is, Marine Education Science Society, the Half Shell booth to taste the freshness and join us and the Skokomish Tribe. in sponsoring marine education at events Teachers utilize Kids’ Day to jump start and in our local classrooms. environmental lessons for their students You know the event is a big success when you see students thriving, teachand expand upon them in their classproud to small GOO ers engaged andbe theaoriginal room with the aid of the lesson plans We’re Mason County. Dick Oltman andinKids’ Day volunteer, provided. Kids’ Day offers sessions on farm exclaim that “Kids’ Day is one of the water quality, pollution prevention, best things we ever added to Oystermarine animals, ecosystems, electrical Fest. Now some 23 years and 12,000 safety, conservation of natural resourcstudents later the event is still going es, boating safety and more—teaching PO Box 622, Shelton WA 98584 children important lessons and provid- strong, funded completely by the Skookum Rotary Club Foundation and ing useful tools for the future. southsoundoysters.com Washington Sea Grant with incredible FJORD 40