Tracing The Fjord | Summer2017 by Imagination

SUMMER 2017 ISSUE 2

HOOD CANAL & SOUTH PUGET SOUND FREE

‘Create Summer Family Memories’

SAIL THE CANAL

Hood Canal on the 1830’s schooner replica, Pleaides – pg 23

MAPS • EVENTS 25 THINGS TO DO

Explore the area’s treasures from peak to fjord deep – pg 13

KAYAK CRABBING

Cast a paddle to catch dinner and enjoy bays and coves – pg 33

FAMILY TIME

Create lasting & unique memories at the beach – pg 32

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ids k h t i w Finally – the season of camp-outs, marshmallows, crabbing, fishing, and swimming until your limbs ache. It’s summertime – and we are so ready! No matter what your age, we all feel like “kids” when we think back to those special memories at the beach. The food tastes better, your senses are sharper, you forgive errant family members for their customary annoyances – it’s just good to be alive and each of us is welcome to experiment our own way to make the chocolate melt perfectly in the S’mores. You don’t have to travel far to recreate this feeling. It is this wellbeing that this issue of the Fjord celebrates. Cherish and live the opportunities to connect with your children and families. Cast aside schedules and electronics – there is nothing that can’t wait while you recharge yourself.

Get out there are build some memories! High elevation lakes such as Elk, Jefferson, Lena, or Mildred are waiting for your camping and fishing adventures. Take a short hike within old growth forest around Spider Lake, or climb the challenging Mt. Rose Trail for views of Hood Canal, the Olympics, and the Cascades. Whether you are wanting adventure, family fun – or a quiet day relaxing – an amazing memory is around the next bend. It’s easy to pack your days with fun, free things to do locally, and we are proud to fill the pages of the Fjord with ideas and resources for you and your family to enjoy the events and activities in our area.

ISSUE 2 | VOLUME 1 Summer 2017 BRING THE FAMILY GIVE ME ELBOW ROOM

The trend in WA to explore alternates to city living. Small towns have their advantages – pg 4

LOCAL EVENTS

Check out upcoming festivities and events in the area – pg 6

TASTE AT BELFAIR PARK

The Taste of Hood Canal moves to the shore – pg 11

GET INSPIRED

25 great ideas for all skill levels to keep you enjoying the fjord – pg 13

MOUNTAIN GOATS & VIEWS

A trip up Mount Ellinor has great rewards including fantastic views of the fjord – pg 19

WE ALL SCREAM FOR....

Locally made, Olympic Mountain Ice Cream creates tasty summer goodness – pg 21

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GET ON THE WATER

Your warm weather guide to crabbing, fishing, shellfish, and beach cruising – pg 19

KAYAK CRABBING

Christina Maloney, Kayak Brinnon, introduces an activity that combines best of both worlds! – pg 33

Business Listings Check out a map of area businesses pg 36

Why do we follow the Fjord? Rachel Hansen | editor

A few months ago the Fjord magazine was just an idea. In April, with the support of our friends at Hama Hama Oyster, it became a reality X 10,000 copies. My husband, John, helped me to distribute the magazines the day after they arrived on a pallet dropped in our front drive. We picked a route around Hood Canal and Mason County and loaded up the truck with boxes. Our sons, Zach and Luke, took turns with me running into each business asking if they minded if we left a stack. Charlotte, our 11 daughter and decidedly the most organized in the family, carefully wrote down locations and quantities. Everyone was amazing, happily taking the free magazines to put out for visitors and locals, but a few were also confused. “Free?” one shopkeeper asked as she flipped through the pages, “Who produces this? Why?” Curiously, this was a difficult question to answer. I was so used to representing a group or non-profit that for once I didn’t know what to say. The Fjord has the luxury of absolutely no personal agenda. It is simply a publication that came to life because the amazing stories it has to tell. Tales of individuals who pioneered this area and people who are still doing remarkable things today. Natural beauty and resources that are accessible to everyone.

Tracing the Fjord is not a visitors guide. It’s not a community newsletter. Nor is it a history periodical or a travel magazine. It is a bit of all these things. Supported solely by the faith of our advertisers (thank you, you wonderful people), the direction is determined by happenings, images, requests and energy of people who flip the pages and, on occasion, read the stories. Two days after we dropped off 6,500 magazines (the rest were earmarked for ferry distribution and events), I received a call from a forty year resident at Lake Isabella. He had picked up a copy at the Shelton Senior Center. “Thank you,” he said, “I really enjoyed reading the Fjord. I learned things about the area that I never knew. Pretty amazing place.” If I had any doubts before, with his call and subsequently others that joined him in calls, emails and requests for subscriptions, that was the reason why. Yes, this is a pretty amazing place.

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In Search of “Elbow Room” Rachel Hansen | Editor, Fjord Magazine

Need space? Want more time with the family? Tired of sitting in traffic? According to the latest State of the Nation’s Housing report, the tight supply of homes is pushing up housing costs with “nearly 19 million US households paying more than half their incomes for housing.” The astronomically high costs of living and homes in metro areas has encouraged residents to consider rural settings with benefits that far outweigh the sacrifices of leaving the big city. From more elbow room to lower cost of living and fantastic outdoor recreation, smaller towns are associated with a larger wellbeing.

Raised on an island off Vancouver Island, moving to metro Seattle was more than a culture shock to me. As a pilot commuting to Seatac, the location made sense for my new husband, John, but for me the tight yards and traffic hum was overwhelming. Despite being in the heart of activity and people, I tended to become more insulated and protective of my privacy.

I am sure there are people out there who thrive in the anonymity of the concrete bustle – endless options for dining out, shopping, groomed landscapes, constant entertainment and the security of being surrounded by human energy. Yet, when John donned his epaulets and we dropped him at the airport, my infant son and I pointed the car out of town in search of elbow room and a view of nature.

Hampered by “champagne tastes on a Kool-Aid budget,” our discoveries were often discards that a reasonable person wouldn’t touch. A 1960’s waterside rambler on Vashon Island, vacant for ten years when the septic failed; a 1912 abandoned school near Dash Park with structural issues – each week I had a new project to present to my husband. We became very familiar on septics and planning departments.

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By the time our second child was born I was desperate for a change. Desperate enough to expand the search to the Edge of the Earth – Hood Canal and Shelton! At the time, grappling with the thought that I would actually abandon my Seattle design job and John would be faced with a two hour commute – we were terrified.

1. MORE FOR YOUR MONEY Washington’s escalating prices have sent it zooming past many states toward the top of the priciest places in the nation, but rural WA areas are still affordable. Homes on Hood Canal with tidelands run under 300 K. From groceries, gas and restaurant bills, to taxes and insurance rates, everything tends to be less expensive in a smaller town. 2. OUTDOOR RECREATION Nothing beats having the Olympic National Park in your backyard and Hood Canal or South Puget sound in your front. Nothing.

3.BETTER JOB SECURITY Small town job markets are less competitive, especially for qualified professionals. Companies and municipal institutions value their employees and encourage them to stick around, as they don’t want to face the risk of failing to find a qualified individual for an empty position for a long time.

4. NO TRAFFIC Less cars and you’ll forget the expressions ‘stuck in traffic’ in a small town. This also means less money spent on gas and lower chances to get into a car accident.

We needn’t have been. It was unequivocally the best decision we made. We discovered a three bedroom home on Hammersley Inlet with two acres and a beach teeming with oysters and clams –and a tower, no less! The price? Less than half the cost of the crippled schoolhouse at Dash Point. After clearing the blackberries and replacing the gold shag carpet with wood floors we had a fresh space to breathe and create. Deck-side seating to watch kingfishers, killer whales, and daily tide changes far outshone the street scene in Fremont. Restaurants? No five–star eatery beat a beach fire with oysters and crabs caught in the front yard. Since then our lives have evolved to suit the changing needs of our family and careers. Now a captain, John shapes his schedule to avoid traffic rushes on I-5. With three

5. LESS STRESS Towns offer an alternative where people can take the time to get to know one another, and are never far from green, open spaces, fresh air, and peace and quiet. 6. COMMUNITY SUPPORT Small communities are notorious for being supportive of their businesses, and citizens take pride in this. It’s easier to develop roots and become settled and stable in an area that’s designed to suit your needs. Neighbors aren’t strangers, they’re part of a real community, and that is priceless.

children and high speed internet I was fortunate to grow my freelance graphic design business from home. In our spare time our family heads to the beach to cultivate our tumbled oysters that appear on menus across the country each week. Last month I met a young couple who sold all their possessions, quit their fastpaced New York city jobs and headed west with their cat and their U-Haul to be oyster farmers on Hood Canal. My heart fluttered with the familiar twinge of anxiety at the challenges ahead of them; but it swiftly turned to admiration at their courage and envy for the discoveries and wellbeing that lay ahead in their new adventure. We all need a little elbow room to spread our wings.

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Festivals Shape Our Seasons As our lives become increasingly structured with schedule demands it’s important to reflect on opportunities to pause and enjoy our friends, familes, and neighbors as well as nurture new relationships. 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.

In April the shellpile at

Hama Hama in Lilliwaup pulsed with pillgrimagers thirsty for fellowship, the taste of salty air – and, of course – oysters. Trekking from Portland, Seattle, and areas in between, hordes of couples, friends, and a notable amount of young families, this event has evolved with the changing lives of its ardent followers. Ladened with boots, slickers and, for many, toddler snacks and dry changes of clothing, they headed to the Canal to spend the whole day basking in the welcoming and fun ambiance that the Hama Hama Oyster Rama is recognized for. Unique to a tidal-centric celebration, the Spring lows determine annual dates and hours of the Rama. The event includes an aquaculture com-

petition, affectionately dubbed the “Shuckathalon,” oyster trivia, biologist-led beach tours, live music and fantastic food featuring nationally recognized chefs who happily added their talents to the event. Undaunted by the rain and wind – an excuse to hang at the bonfires – April’s Rama enjoyed a record attendance and record funds raised for non-profits, including the Hood Canal School Foundation. A hot weekend in late May welcomed Shrimpfest – a community festival in Brinnon, WA that celebrated the return of the shrimp season on the fjord. Great food, vendors, and lively entertainment all weekend complemented the variety of Hood Canal shrimp dishes.

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In June the Hardware Distillery in Hoodsport began an annual event of a 300 year old Scandanavian tradition. In the FjordinCrossin, distiller, Chuck Morris, recreated the Norwegian “linje” by crossing the Hood Canal with a barrel of Hardware Distillery’s aquavit. Joined by vendors and music, the aquavit send off at the Port of Hoodsport was complemented by Hood Canal Event’s Paddle the Canal race. First place winner of the race was kayaker, Lukas Hansen (15); second to return to Hoodsport was Zach Hansen in a 9’ sail/row boat; third place was Adam James & Emmett James (6) in a classic aluminum canoe. The Summer months in the Hood Canal and South Puget Sound area are packed with activities for the family. From live music in every town and

venue to arts, cultural, seafood and beer & wine festivals – the greatest challenge for residents and visitors will be choosing which to do first. Be sure to stop by the Shelton Mason Chamber of Commerce Community & Business Expo ~ Bite of Mason County on July 20th. This FREE street fair in downtown Shelton features local businesses, vendors, restaurant “bites,” and a beer and wine garden blocking a city side street! Hours are 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM and there is plenty of free parking and great food. On July 29th head over to the Grapeview Water & Art Festival at Fair Harbor Marina where you will be amazed by the quality of the juried arts and crafts for sale in this beautiful waterfront setting. Good luck keeping your wallet in your pocket!

EVENT CALENDAR RECURRING

Free Summer Movies for Kids at Shelton Cinemas Mondays, thru August 28, 11:00 AM 517 W Franklin St, Shelton Admission is by donation only: July 24, Secret Life of Pets; July 31, Middle School; August 7, Nut Job; August 14, Over the Hedge; August 21, Monster’s University; August 28, Toy Story 3 Shelton Mason County Chamber Golf Social Mondays, thru September 25 5:30 PM – 8:30PM Alderbrook Golf & Yacht Club 330 E Country Club Dr, Union sheltonmasonchamber.com Free Bingo at Lucky Dog Casino Wednesdays, 1:00 – 5:00 PM Lucky Dog Casino, 19330 N US Hwy 101 Skokomish Nation 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. Music in the Park Thursdays, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Kneeland Park, 100 Turner Ave, Shelton July 20 – The Varmints (Classic Rock) July 27 – Psychedelic Shadow Show August 3 – Tammy Frost Band (Americana), August 10, Andrew Landers 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; 21 years+

The Hardware Distillery Co. Tours & Spirits Pairing Fridays, thru August 25 6:30 – 8:00 PM 24210 N US Hwy 101, Hoodsport $25pp; reservations, thehardwaredistillery.com

20,000+ visitors in 2016!

Live Music at Little Creek Casino Resort Fridays & Saturdays, 9:00 PM – 1:30 AM 91 W State Route 108, Shelton Shelton Farmers’ Market Saturdays, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM 3rd & Pine St, Shelton Produce, handicrafts, flowers, and more.

Belfair Saturday Market Saturdays, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Corner NE Roy Road / NE Clifton Lane, Belfair Wine Tasting at Cameo Boutique Saturdays |1:00 – 4:00 PM 6871 E State Route 106, Union Union City Market’s Canal Cinemas 1st Thursday of the month, 6:00 – 8:00 PM 5101 State Route 106, Union Watch movies outdoors on the marina’s patio alongside a historic marina. $10 per guest. Refreshments available on premise for purchase. Union City Market’s Canal Cookouts 3rd Thursday of each month, 6:00 - 8:00 PM 5101 State Route 106, Union Savor the year-round bounty of Hood Canal as Alderbrook’s Chef Delgado prepares the freshest local ingredients. Attire is canal-side casual. Open Band Jam at El Sarape II & La Cantina 3rd Sunday of each month , 4:00 – 8:00 PM 318 W Railroad Ave, Shelton Bring your instrument and sit in with band. 21+over

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!

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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.

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JULY EVENTS

Community and Business Expo ~ Bite of Mason County Thursday, July 20, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM Downtown Shelton The Chamber’s annual block party-style event features the best local businesses, restaurants, and non-profits.

Cruise at the Creek Car Show Saturday, July 22, 10:00 AM Little Creek Casino, Shelton The 6th Annual Cruise at The Creek will be bigger, better, with more power than ever before, featuring live music, food, and special guest judging by Mark Worman and the cast of Graveyard Cars.

Border Collies International, Performing Canine Team Thursday, July 20, 10:30 – 11:30 AM Hoodsport Timberland Library 40 N Schoolhouse Hill Rd, Hoodsport

Hama Hama Live from the Shellpile | Science! Saturday, July 22, 1:00 – 4:00 PM 35846 N US Hwy 101, Lilliwaup Science! performs as brats, beer, and raw oysters are served up on the waterfront.

Live from the Shellpile | Rainier Hour Saturday, July 23, 1:00 – 4:00 PM Hama Hama Oyster Co. 35846 N US Hwy 101, Lilliwaup Original americana music Love INC of Mason County Golf Tournament Monday, July 24, 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM Alderbrook Golf & Yacht Club 330 E Country Club Dr, Union Professor Bamboozle Comedy & Balloon Creations Tuesday, July 25, 10:30 - 11:30 AM Hoodsport Timberland Library 40 N Schoolhouse Hill Rd, Hoodsport Grapeview Water & Art Festival Saturday, July 29, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Fair Harbor Marina, 5050 Grapeview Loop Rd Grapeview, grapeviewwa.com Live from the Shellpile | OOUJH Saturday, July 23, 1:00 – 4:00 PM Hama Hama Oyster Co. 35846 N US Hwy 101, Lilliwaup

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Shelton Kiwanis Pancakes in the Park Sunday, July 30, 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM Kneeland Park, 100 Turner Ave, Shelton Family-friendly event offers an all-you-can-eat breakfast, live music, and free children’s books.

AUGUST EVENTS The Beast of Big Creek Trail Race Saturday, August 5, 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM sheltonharriers.com

Live from the Shellpile | Slim Pickins’ Saturday, July 23, 1:00 – 4:00 PM Hama Hama Oyster Co. 35846 N US Hwy 101, Lilliwaup St. Andrew’s House Benefit Gala & Auction Saturday, August 5, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM 7550 E. State Route 106, Union Live music and silent auction benefiting St. Andrew’s House. See the Grunewald Guild Art Exhibit, Come for the evening ($15), or extend your stay at the Lodge ($50). (360) 898-2362 director@saintandrewshouse.org for reservations. Concerts in the Woods | Sky in the Road Saturday, August 5, 7:30 PM Laurel B. Johnson Community Center 923 Hazel Point Road, Coyle All ages. Concerts are free, donations appreciated. coyleconcerts.com

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Skyline Drive-In’s Flea Market & Art Fair Saturday, August 5, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM Skyline Drive-In Theater, 182 SE Brewer Rd Shelton

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Live from the Shellpile | S’hell Yes Stringband Saturday, August 5, 1:00 – 4:00 PM Hama Hama Oysters, 35846 N US Hwy 101, Lilliwaup Hood Canal Kiwanis Foundation Dinner, Auction, Karaoke & Raffles Wednesday, August 9, 5:00 PM Eagle Creek Saloon, 31281 Hwy 101, Lilliwaup Benefiting the Kiwanis Children’s Cancer Program and Hood Canal Youth Programs. Suggested donation $12, info 206-715-8460 OR tuwhit@q.com Wine, Beer & Spirits Tasting Gala (Age 21+ up). Friday, August 11 6:00 PM – 8:00PM 151 Columbia Street, Quilcene Elegant local tradition features fine food, gifts, music, vendors, wine sales. Proceeds support the Quilcene Museum. Taste of Hood Canal August 12, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Belfair State Park, Belfair The “Taste” features an expanded custom and classic car show, beer, wine tasting, food, live music, and fun for all! tasteofhoodcanal.com

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Live from the Shellpile | Keith Scott Blues Band August 12 - 13, 1:00 – 4:00 PM Hama Hama Oyster, 35846 N US Hwy 101, Lilliwaup Quilcene Town-Wide Sale Saturday, August 19, 9:00 AM 294952 Highway 101 & all Quilcene Community wide loved but no-longer-used goods! Fire District 17 Flea Market Saturday, August 19, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM 3457 Hwy 101, Liiliwaup Hand crafted items, antiques, garage sale items, lunch, raffles, t-shirts, Olympic Mountain ice cream and MORE. Vendors wanted: (360) 877-6714 RAFFLE: King size quilt, handcrafted & mosaic garden bench, handcrafted planter with plants & Hama Hama gift certificate. Info: (360)790-7856

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Concerts in the Woods | Michael Rivers Saturday, August 19, 7:30 PM 923 Hazel Point Road, Coyle All ages. Concerts are free, donations appreciated. Live from the Shellpile | Ivy Ross Ricci Saturday, July 23, 1:00 – 4:00 PM Hama Hama Oyster, 35846 N US Hwy 101, Lilliwaup All County Picnic 2017 August 20, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM HJ Carroll Park, Chimacum Live music, food, and demos, kids activities and, yes, free corn on the cob (prepared by Chef Stark). For information, contact Daniel: (360) 385–0519 Tahuya Salmon Bake Sunday, August 20, 12:00 – 4:00 PM 14480 NE Northshore Rd, Tahuya Community Club members and fire fighters serving up salmon, baked potatoes, coleslaw, cake and more.

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Hood Canal Highland Celtic Festival Saturday & Sunday, September 2 & 3 Belfair State Park, 1351 NE State Route 300, Belfair

Free Entrance Day at Parks Friday, August 25, 2016 In honor of the National Park Service’s Birthday, no entrance fees charged. Live from the Shellpile | Science! Saturday, August 26, 1:00 – 4:00 PM Hama Hama Oyster Co. 35846 N US Hwy 101, Lilliwaup Science! performs as brats, beer, and raw oysters on the waterfront.

Live from the Shellpile | The Chrichton Family Band Monday, September 4, 1:00 – 4:00 PM Hama Hama Oyster Co. 35846 N US Hwy 101, Lilliwaup Fiddling and banjo picking youngsters.

Hama Hama Oyster, Live from the Shellpile | FarmStrong Saturday, August 27, 1:00 – 4:00 PM 35846 N US Hwy 101, Lilliwaup Country, Bluegrass, Americana, Folk and Soul Music

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Concerts in the Woods | SeaStar Saturday, September 2, 7:30 PM Laurel B. Johnson Community Center 923 Hazel Point Road, Coyle All ages. coyleconcerts.com Live from the Shellpile | The Crocs Saturday, September 2, 1:00 – 4:00 PM Hama Hama Oyster Co. 35846 N US Hwy 101, Lilliwaup A variety of rock, funk, blues, reggae, and folk covers with a few originals.

34th Annual Quilcene Fair, Parade & Classic Car Show September 16 – 17, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM 294715 Highway 101, Quilcene Local vendors, live music dancing, games, art, crafts, a carnival and more! quilcenefair.com

15th Annual Jefferson County Farm Tour September 16 – 17, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM The Farm Tour draws thousands of Chamber Golf Tournament visitors eager to experience a working Friday, September 8, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM farm and connect with local farmers. Alderbrook Golf & Yacht Club With many farms participating in 330 E County Club Dr, Union the tour, you’ll meet the people who are part of our county’s thriving food Concerts in the Woods | Band of system on this self-guided tour. SugLovers gested donation of $10 per car load at Saturday, September 9, 7:30 PM Farm Tour Central. Laurel B. Johnson Community Center 923 Hazel Point Road, Coyle Concerts in the Woods All ages. Concerts are free, donations Katie Kuffe appreciated. coyleconcerts.com Saturday, September 16, 7:30 PM Laurel B. Johnson Community Center Water Sounds Native Art Auction & 923 Hazel Point Road, Coyle Traditional Dinner All ages. Concerts are free, donations September 16, 4:30 – 8:00 PM appreciated. coyleconcerts.com Skookum Creek Event Center, Little Creek Casino Resort, 91 W State Route 108, Shelton

Quilcene Oyster Half-Marathon, 10K Run, & 5K Run Sunday, September 17 151 Columbia Street, Quilcene Three different courses offering a glimpse of Quilcene’s natural wonders for runners of all levels, all in one day! These beautiful courses wind through the forests and farmland overlooking Quilcene Bay. Race routes cross the Little Quilcene River (with salmon spawning below), and pass by tidewater where our famous Quilcene Oysters flourish. The Quilcene Oyster Half-Marathon Race is USATF Certified and Sanctioned. All races, Start and Finish at Worthington Park’s Linger Longer Stage. Check out website for details: quilcenehalfmarathon.com/ Free Entrance Day in National Parks Saturday, September 30

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Taste of Hood Canal moves to the Shore For over a decade and a half, the North Mason Rotary has presented the Taste of Hood Canal downtown in Belfair every second Saturday in August. This year they are taking the fun to the beach!

Beginning this year, no more closing Old Clifton Road, no more traffic detours – the North Mason Rotary Club, event organizers, are moving the festival to the beautiful waterfront Belfair State Park – just 3 miles down North shore’s Highway 300.

Belfair’s biggest celebration of the year will now offer spectacular views and access to Hood Canal. Belfair State Park offer access to the canal, families will enjoy the great views as well as the addition of a playground and creek to explore on your visit.

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The Taste of Hood Canal is especially popular with classic car exhibitors. It is one of the few events where participants are able to spend the day in a beautiful park setting and enjoy music, food, and visit with nearly 10,000 car show fans. This year is featuring an expanded custom and classic car show. Expect to see classic cars, hot rods, and muscle cars from all over the northwest. The event also includes motorcycles in the show. Since the Hood Canal loop in August is a favorite destination for bikers to ride,

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Looking for a day getaway on the water? Come enjoy the natural beauty of Hood Canal at the 15th annual Taste of Hood Canal Festival! It falls on August 12th this year at Belfair State Park. Located just outside of downtown Belfair, the annual community festival is set for 10am-6pm, with admission of $5. Taste of Hood Canal Festival offers an array of live music, arts and crafts displays, a variety of food vendors and beer garden, as well as a much anticipated car and motorcycle show. this year the event organizers decided to add road warriors to show their paint and chrome to attendees. Car and motorcycle show registration is at 7:00 AM. Car Show registration information can be found online at tasteofhoodcanal.com. Hungry for a “taste” of Hood Canal? Amongst the over 100 vendor booths featuring art and crafts and retail items, food vendors will be serving a variety of seafood, along with other treats. Past years have included Asian cuisine, garlic prawns, smoothies, chili cheese steaks, and more. Don’t miss your chance to try “Harry Martin’s World Famous Oysters,” grilled by the North Mason Chamber of Commerce.

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Leanne Sanchez, Owner of Hood Canal Travel grill "Harry Martin's World Famous Oysters" along with North Mason Chamber's Adena Clark at the Taste of Hood Canal.

Martin founded North Mason Rotary, which hosts the Taste each year, and served on the boards of several local groups, including the Mary E. Theler Community Center, the chamber, and the county’s shoreline management board. Harry Martin passed away in 2001.

mane Society of North Mason in attempt to establish a shelter in the Belfair area,” adds North Mason Rotary event coordinator, Pete Buechel, “in the past we have given to the Boys and Girls Club, the Ronald McDonald House, the beautification of Belfair project and more. We have also built playgrounds in Belfair and Allyn and provided refrigeration units for the food bank.” The Taste of Hood Canal will be hosted Saturday, August 12, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM at Belfair State Park, at 3151 N.E. SR 300 Belfair. A park pass is not needed to park and there is overflow parking across the road. For additional details on the event visit tasteofhoodcanal.com.

Admission to the event this year will be $5.00 (12 and under free). Parking is free. Proceeds from the event are invested back into the community including North Mason student scholarships, the North Mason holiday program, Relay for Life, Rebuild America, the food bank, and the North Mason boys and girls club. “This year a percentage goes to the Hu-

Grapeview Water & Art Festival

Join in Saturday, July 29th, from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM at the Fair Harbor Marina to celebrate Grapeview Water & Art Festival’s 24th anniversary! Located right on the water, this annual community festival offers a day filled with arts & crafts, live music, food booths, and fun & games for all. This year will see 50 talented artists from the Northwest displaying their crafts. Pottery, sculptures, jewelry, glass, wood, fabric arts, and photography are just a few of the mediums that will be displayed and available for purchase. Beginning at 10AM, children can participate in free activities provided by Mason County Habitat for Humanity volunteers. Liz Ward and her team will assist kids in building the most creative boats ever seen at the marina. FJORD 12

Over the winter, 375 wooden boat bases were prepared for the children to decorate. Take a break from the festival and relax under the covered pavilion with close by live music by “Saddletramp.” The marina provides up to 350 feet of spacious guest moorage that can accommodate boats up to 120 feet, so when coming to the Festival, plan to sail in or drive. Some of the delicious food highlights include BBQ, corn on the cob, steamed clams, shrimp cocktails, grilled cheese sandwiches, and the famous fruit cobblers. Proceeds are given back to the community through local scholarships and charitable programs.

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25 THINGS TO DO THIS SUMMER 8. Slime Time

Good clean fun for hours! The craze around our house is masses of gooey, fluffy, stretchy SLIME! All you need is white glue, borax (or contact eye solution and pinch of baking soda), shaving cream (for fluffy slime); hand soap (to add stretch) – and food color– there are tons of variations of recipes on-line; but I guarantee it will keep a household of kids busy for hours if not days!

1. Beach Time

Number one has to be the shore. Hood Canal to Hope Island, it’s surprising how many spots have free & easy beach access Pack a picnic, towels, sunblock and plenty of water! On Hood Canal there are plenty of great places to find beach logs to build a fort (bring an extra blanket for the roof) or make a log raft.

2. Forest Therapy

A myriad of options awaits – from a quiet city trail behind Shelton, forest walk at Twanoh State Park Trail (2.3 miles EASY). and don’t miss Theler Wildlife Refuge (3.5 miles) where the boardwalks over wetlands reveal all sorts of wonderful creatures and birds. Maps available at local VIC’s, or visit wta.org for these and more.

3. Fetch a Fish

Salmon season starts on Hood Canal and South Puget Sound in July ( see page 28); and area lakes are stocked with trout and steelhead each Spring. wdfw.wa.gov

4. Go Fly a Kite

Harness the wind and head to the field, it’s especially fun to pick low tide on Hood Canal and take advantage of the afternoon winds. The Port of Shelton (Hwy 101) has plenty of open space around the airport.

5. Take a Leap

9. Dive Deeper

6. Paddle Fest

10. Fall in Love

Next time your looking to wow the most blasé of guests, consider skydiving. Views of the fjord and the Olympics and a seven minute free fall adrenaline rush from 13,000 feet will definitely change your day. You must be 18 years of age to skydive in the US. Tandem flights $185-$215. Call Kapowsin Air Sports (360) 432-8000.

Grab a rowboat, kayak, SUP.... and make a date with the water – don’t have one? Can’t borrow one? Head to Alderbrook Resort (Union) and rent everything from a waterbike to a classic rowboat. In Brinnon, visit Yelavik Beach and hang out with the guides at Kayak Brinnon (see page 33) – they have 24 kayaks for rent by the hour, day or week and pets are welcome.

7. Participate

Summertime is packed with fun and unique events – head to Tahuya for their annual Salmon Bake (August 20), where fire fighters serving up salmon, potatoes, coleslaw, cake, and more, or check out a local fair and parade in Quilcene (Sept 17-18). See events pages 6-12.

The unique formation and striations of the Hood Canal fjord allows for some plentiful and colorful wildlife diversity. Giant octopi, friendly & curious wolf eels, and swarms of ancient rock cod add to the wonder. Scuba lessons, rentals (including air), and charters are available at locations along Hood Canal.

Clear your mind and go find a waterfall. Lake Kokanee Falls is just one of many waiting to be explored. The best time to view waterfalls is in the Spring but it’s fun to swim in the pools at the bottom in warmer weather.

11. Bridge Views

Soaring 420 feet above the Skokomish River – the High Steel Bridge (1929) is the highest steel truss arch bridge in Washington. Follow Skokomish Valley Rd from U.S. 101 to bridge.

12. Catch a Crab

Crabs can be caught by hand at low tide, off the dock in Hoodsport., by boat, or even by a kayak (see page 33). wdfw.wa.gov

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13. Pick a Peak

The Olympic National Forest and the Olympic National Park offer some great climbing for all skill levels. Visit Mt. Ellinor (page 19) or aim for a more challenging peak nearby. nps.gov

14. Patio Dine

The Alderbrook Resort has beach side dining during the summer with affordable seasonal food and drinks like fish tacos and berry lemonade. Two Margaritas in Union and El Puerto de Angeles at Hoodsport Marina have dockside dining. Ritz Drive In in Shelton is a local favorite for outdoor dining.

15. Slurp!

Looking for fresh SAFE oysters during the Summer? Head to Hama Hama Oysters in Lilliwaup where their Oyster Saloon is open year round. Dine outside on fresh oysters – raw and grilled, or try the amazing crab cakes! The views alone will excite you, but head their way Saturdays and holidays for Live from the Shellpile concert series for added entertainment! (schedule pages 6-12)

16. Sip & Taste

Stottle Winery and Hardware Distillery, both located in Hoodsport, have tasting rooms open until mid-September.

17. Movie Night

What’s more nostalgic than a drive in movie? Pack the car with pillows, the Sky-line Drive in (off Hwy 101 south of Shelton) offers double features throughout the Summer. Adults $8, kids 6-11 are just $3, 5 and under free! Doors open at 7PM. Catch a film on the waterfront at Hood Canal Marina. The Union City Market offers films outdoors the first Thursday of each month as well as a Pier Peer off the dock, $10, unioncitymarket.com.

,21. Canal Cruise Here’s something new and fun to do with the family – ride the Union City Water Taxi from Alderbrook to hike or swim at Twanoh State Park or to Hood Canal Marina for dinner at Two 18. Eat Ice Cream Margaritas. It’s just $10 each way/ Yep, that’s right! We have the best ice $15 return! cream hand’s down – made locally! A trip out for Olympic Mountain Ice 22. Canal Cook-out Cream will make any day go well! Savor the year-round bounty of Hood For a list of locations see page 21. Canal at Union City Market’s monthly dinners. Canal Cookouts 19. Peddle Power are offered the 3rd Thursday of every Genrtly riding the Skokomish month at the Hood Canal Marina in Valley is both beautiful but if you Union, $45. fancy a more adventurous ride, mountain bike opportunities in the 23. Hole in One Olympic National Forest vary Check out the many golf courses from steep challenging trails to around the region. From the award narrow gravel roads. By combining winning Salish Cliffs Golf Club in trails and roads you can create loop Kamilche, the scenic well-maintained trips that offer a variety of settings par 72 course Alderbrook Golf including forests, stream sides & Yacht Club in Union, the forest and panoramic vistas. Lower Big scaped 9-hole course with dual tees Quilcene Trail is an easy lowland forested trail with grades of 10-15% above Hoodsport, Lake Cushman along or near the Big Quilcene River. Golf Course, to the 27-hole golf course at LakeLand Village Golf fs.usda.gov Course in Allyn all offer majestic views of the area.

20. Garden Tour

Take a walk at Whitney Gardens and Nursery in Brinnon. Paths loop through this seven acre display garden featuring trees, shrubs and seasonal flowers. Some of the rhodies are more than 75 years old. Open daily, $1. Free parking and WIFI. FJORD 14

24. Sail Away!

Step back in time with an evening cruise on the 1800’s replica schooner, Pleiades. Sunset cruises depart Alderbrook dock each evening at dusk. For details check out the cover article on page 23.

25. Take them to the Top

It’s amazing what you can find with a little effort. Kayaking the length of Lake Kokanee or taking an afternoon in the Olympic Forest to follow agonizing switchbacks up to the beautiful and pristine Lake Lena – both of which we have done lately in an effort to better get acquainted with this area we call “home.” Each one of these adventures have been memorable, but for a person whose physical activity equates to walking to the mailbox – it’s nice to have spectacular destination that can be conquered by car – Mt. Walker is the only peak facing Puget Sound that has a road to its summit! I know I’m going to seem lazy to hard-core adventurers, but honestly I was so thrilled when we drove the five mile winding gravel road past the most spectacular rhododendrons I have ever seen.

Native Pacific Rhododendrons

Native Pacific rhododendrons grow along the road and at the summit. The large flowers are bright purplish-pink and bloom May to June. It is an awesome sight to see them growing like weeds and to realize that they are native is even more exciting. Mt. Walker is densely covered with hundred year-old Douglas fir trees that have grown up in an area once burned by wildfire. As the vehicle winds around the mountain you catch glimpses of the fjord and valleys below though the tree tops. At the summit you have the option of North or South viewpoints. Both viewpoints have short trails to the viewing area with interpretive signs.

Funnily enough, when we reached the summit, it was shrouded in a thick soupy cloud. Yet, as we stood there, the strands move back and forth revealing glimpses of Seattle, Mt Rainier, and Hood Canal – fascinating to watch. However, if you are one who likes to write bad reviews for mountain on Trip Advisor (yes, they do exist), stick to the “sure” clear days! In any case, if you want to show off our fjord, picnic with a view, or just tire the kids out on a fun spiraling drive up a mountain – don’t skip Mt. Walker. You can always hike up it if it sounds too easy – I’ll meet you at the top.

Mt Walker Facilities:

Two viewpoints (North and South) with parking areas and vault toilets. Picnic tables at the North viewpoint. No water. Many visitors each year enjoy the panoramic views of Mt. Rainier, Puget Sound, and Seattle. NORTH VIEWPOINT: On a very clear day, Mt. Baker can be seen to the northeast. Buckhorn Mountain consists of thee peaks just north of Marmot Pass. Quilcene Bay is a sheltered arm of the Hood Canal, providing boat haven, and oyster farms for the world-famous Quilcene oysters.

SOUTH VIEWPOINT: Hood Canal is a vast arm of Puget Sound. The trough was created as the Vashon Glacier gouged its way southward during the glacial period 10,000 years. In the distance, major metropolitan areas can also be seen: Everett 33 miles away, Seattle, 28 miles away; and Tacoma, 39 miles away. On a clear day you can see the Seattle Space Needle. Source: www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/olympic

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Dosewallips fosters new interest with free interpretive programs In an effort to engage and educate attendees, the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission has created a summer schedule of entertaining, intriguing and educational evening interpretive programs at Dosewallips State Park, on the western shore of Hood Canal, south of Brinnon. The interpretive programs at Dosewallips began in May and run through Sept. 30, at the park amphitheater. Family friendly activities include guided walks to explore salmon life cycles and visits from rescued wildlife. Programs include games and interactions with different specimens.

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Evie Dawson explores Guillemot Cove Nature Reserve near Seabeck, WA. Donated to Kitsap County in1993, this 184 acre park features saltwater beach access and walking trails. Be sure to check out the â&#x20AC;&#x153;stump house.â&#x20AC;? kitsapgov.com/parks

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DOSEWALLIPS STATE PARK AMPHITHEATER: The Story of Smokey Bear Saturday, July 29, 8:00 PM Listen to a park ranger read this classic children’s story out loud.

History of the Park and Brinnon

Saturday, August 19, 8:00 PM Learn from a ranger about uniquely western Washington history, including logging and homesteading, with artifacts from this earlier era.

Life of Salmon

Saturday, September 23, 8:00 PM (north restroom – close to river.) Take a walk with a park ranger to the Dosewallips River to see the salmon spawning grounds and to learn about the life cycle of this extraordinary fish.

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Saturday, September 30, 9:00 PM Peer through telescopes or binoculars to identify the North Star and several constellations and learn to use the stars for navigation purposes.

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Dosewallips State Park 1,000-acre, year-round camping park features 5 miles of shoreline on Hood Canal and Dosewallips River. The park’s shell-strewn beach will delight clam-diggers, anglers, boaters, birders and beach explorers. Park features riverside campsites, cabins and platform tents.

In addition to the above events, the park will also show movies for children at 8:00 PM on September 2. For more details about the programs at Dosewallips, contact Ranger Steve Dippery at (360) 796-4415.

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Experience Mount Ellinor Overlooking Lake Cushman and the Great Bend of Hood Canal, Mount Ellinor celebrates spectacular scenery with unique and fascinating wildlife. With maintained trails for all skill levels, it is one of the most accessible summits in the Olympic National Park.

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There are two options when hiking to the summit of Mount Ellinor: a lower trailhead at 2,600 feet which welcomes you to the ascent with a slight incline, or the upper trailhead at 3,500 feet which starts you out with an immediate upward ascent. From the lower trailhead, the hike adds to 6.2 miles round-trip, while the upper trailhead adds to 3.2 miles round-trip.

This hike begins with an old growth forest. The lush, damp trees shield you from the sunshine, but not for long. The trail quickly transforms into a steep climb with rock-strewn switchback slopes and thinning trees. Soon enough, you’re facing a rocky, wildflower meadow and rock stepping stones leading to the summit. Steep may it be, remember to stay focused on the reward.

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The Mount Ellinor summit offers 360-degree views of Mount Washington, Stone, Pershing, Olympus, and the Cascades, along with sights of Olympia, Tacoma, and Seattle. Southern views include Lake Cushman and Hood Canal, and Mount Rainier in the distance. To say the summit is breathtaking is an understatement, so take your time and enjoy, even if only to give your legs some rest before the descent. Pack a light lunch and plenty of water to take pleasure in a picnic away from everyday life. Expect to spend some time at the summit with local mountain goats. But beware: they can get slightly aggressive if they think you are a good source of salt. You will also likely see some chipmunks who will enjoy eating out of your hand. Camp jays, woodpeckers, and grouse are spotted frequently as well. Heading back down the mountain can be quite the challenge as well, considering tired legs and unstable rock. However, this trek is definitely worth a seasonal repeat for most. A Northwest Forest Pass is required at the upper trailhead but not the lower.

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The Black family has been in the ice cream business for over 30 years. Founded in Shelton by Bev and Karl Black in 1984, they now work alongside sons, Trail and Joel; daughter, Alana; her husband, Justin; Trail’s wife, Maureen; and family friends that make up the remaining staff. All made from the purest ingredients with creative recipes, it’s easy to see why they are proud of their product and have a

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Pancakes in the Park

Sail aboard the Pleiades Choose a tour – departing daily through mid–September – or let us build you the perfect experience, half day, full day sail, as well as overnight itineraries can be arranged. Hood Canal Sunset Cruise $75 (2 hour) Departs Alderbrook Resort dock each evening at dusk (6 max) Day time Canal Cruise $60 (1 hour) Two departures daily from Alderbrook Resort dock (6 max)

Tour reservations available at (360) 898-2200

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A tradition begun by the Shelton Kiwanis Club in 1949, today nearly 1,000 guests attend the fun, family-friendly event each year. On July 30 at Kneeland Park the community is invited to attend the all-you-can-eat breakfast. General admission tickets are $8.50 each and are good for one adult or two children under ten. There is also a $20 family ticket which is good for two adults and two kids under 10. Advance ticket purchases are available online or you can simply pay admission at the gate. Proceeds from Pancakes in the Park benefit local youth leadership programs such as Key Club and Cub Scouts, recreational sports and extracurricular activities, student recognition programs in local

schools, scholarships for graduating SHS seniors, support City parks, the Catalyst Park Community & Food Bank Garden, and much more. For event details and ticket packages visit sheltonkiwanis. weebly.com, email sheltonkiwanis@gmail.com, or call (360) 426-0512.

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Welcome aboard the Pleiades –

Sail back in time on the Fjord

Imagine a warm, salt-air breeze whilst waves lap at the wooden slats. In the distance the ice capped Olympics rise from a sparkling sea. The only sound is the creaking wood as it rubs the leather guides of the traditional rigging. Fluttering sails snapping the lines taut. The schooner glides through the water as the sun slowly sinks behind the peaks, casting a vibrant orange glow over the Canal. This is what Olympia Schooner Company has to offer. The “Pleiades,” is an 59’ working replica of an 1830s Eastport Pinky Schooner built at Sauvi Island Boat works by Roger Stallcup. First launched in 1990, Pleiades has traveled throughout the Pacific Northwest – today the schooner makes her home port in Union where she offers cruises around the fjord.

Forty year veteran sailor and Pleiades skipper, Captain Jon Prins summed up his feelings on sailing in Hood Canal, “When I take the boat out in the evening, rounding the Great Bend, and open up to that vista that greets us – that is the most beautiful spot in Puget Sound as far as I’m concerned.”

Captain Jon Prins

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“Combine that with the setting sun,” he continues, “and you have an experience that most people are just awed by.” Prins has been sailing with the Pleiades for seven years and his pride for each authentic strip of wood and shackle is evident in his calm handling of the vessel. The crew is made up of licensed captains and professional sailors, led by owner, Captain Hoyle Hodges, an experienced wooden boat owner and restorer. Hodges originally operated the boat as an social experiment in cooperation with Evergreen College to run supplies from Olympia to nearby Boston Harbor. Fortunately for visitors and residents in Union and guests the Alderbrook Resort, a more lucrative plan was to move the vessel to Hood Canal for charter use. An experienced sailor himself, Hoyle’s mission to share his love of sailing a traditional vessel with his passengers becomes forefront as soon as the lines are cast.

It doesn’t take long, as a passenger, to be swept into the romance of riding a historical schooner as you are enveloped with total silence when the engine is cut away from the dock. Surrounded by sea and quiet, the sails are raised, the wind catches, and the force of nature is harnessed with ropes and cloth. The nominal cost of the cruise is well worth the joy of the experience – and the amazing photos! The Pleiades offers hourly scheduled cruises through to September ($60) that do a loop around the bay; and an evening cruise at dusk taking passengers on a longer journey to view the sun setting over the Olympics and then turning back near the mouth of the Skokomish river ($75). Reservations are recommended and can be made through the Alderbrook Resort front desk at (360) 898-2200. Guests are welcome to bring food aboard or call ahead and a catered lunch or dinner can be arranged. The Pleiades can sail up to six guests at a time.

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Captain Hoyle Hodges, owner, Pleiades

Half, full and overnight itineraries can be arranged throughout the Summer, and year round, by calling Captain Hodges directly at (360) 701-3512. Next time you have guests from out of town and you wish to offer them a Hood Canal experience, or you and your family would like to journey on an authentic sailing vessel – arrange a trip aboard the Pleiades. See olympiaschoonercompany.com for more information.

Fresh & Local, Uniquely Hood Canal Want to try something new? Want to shop in a place that makes you feel good for supporting local artists, farms, and crafters? Look no farther than the Union City Market located at the Hood Canal Marina in Union. Operated by the Alderbrook Resort and Spa and managed by local resident, Lisa Leggett, the personal care is evident in every detail – right down to the mermaid and the sailor painted on the restroom doors. Inside you will find a variety of products ranging from framed Hood Canal scenery captured by George Stenberg, to golden loaves of bread, and old fashioned jars filled with hard candies and Swedish fish. A fresh oyster display greets you as you enter and

the coolers are filled with locally grown produce and mouth watering picnic foods and snacks. If the gifts and food weren’t enough to draw you in – the Market also hosts monthly “gathering events” at the Marina year round. During the warm months, Canal Cookouts are served to the backdrop of the setting sun across the Canal. In the winter, events including the Canal Cinema are moved inside the historic marina buildings. The Market is open daily through September.

Fantasy Forest on the Fjord

Mason General Hospital Foundation’s annual fund-raiser, Fantasy Forest, returns this holiday to Hood Canal at Alderbrook Resort & Spa. Proceeds in the amount of $64,308.47 were raised during the 2016 Fantasy Forest fundraising event. All proceeds stay local and 2016’s money went towards the purchase of Zoll R Series defibrillators in five locations at Mason General’s Medical/Surgical/Pediatrics, Emergency Department, ICU, Surgery and Treadmill Room. In addition, the MGH Foundation’s 2017 Quality Care Open Golf Tournament’s proceeds will also go toward the purchase of defebrillators.

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Welcome to

Union City Market A year-round gathering space offering local snacks, art, gifts and specialty grocery items located on Hood Canal within a working marina.

2017 events Aug 3 – Canal Cinema and Pier Peer | 9 – 11 PM, $10 Aug 17 – Canal Cookout Summertime Fry | 6 – 8 PM, $45 Sept 7 – Canal Cinema and Pier Peer | 7 – 10 PM, $10 Sept 21 – Canal Cookout Roe Row | 6 – 8 PM, $45 Oct 5 – Canal Cinema 6 – 8 PM, $10 Oct 19 – Canal Cookout Wild Mushrooms & Smoked Game 6 – 8 PM, $45 Nov 7 – Canal Cinema 6 – 8 PM, $10

Friday, Nov. 3 Father-Daughter Night Out Nov 16 – Canal Cookout Coop Tour – Pheasants, Friday, Nov. 17 Duck & Farm Eggs | 6 – 8 PM, $45 Barrels & Brews Dec 31 – New Year’s Eve Friday, Nov. 17 Celebration Business Luncheon 5101 Highway 106, Union, WA Saturday, Nov. 18 Hospital Commissioner Gayle Weston; MGHF President Whitney Jones; MGHF Vice President and Fantasy Forest Chair Tanya Frazier; Fantasy Forest Gala & MGH&FC Director of Education Tom DiDonna; and Education assisLive Auction 25 FJORD tant, Sherry Curtis

360.898.3500 unioncitymarket.com

Tracing the Fjord

HOODSPORT is famous to SCUBA diving

enthusiasts. Stop by the Hardware Distillery and Stottle Winery, on Hoodsportâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s main street to check out their daily tours & tastings during the Summer.

Hang out in our towns

CUSHMAN is a 4,010-acre lake at Skokomish

Each coastal community surrounding the fjord and the inner inlets of Puget Sound have a unique flavor and personality. Take some time to shop and dine at our local businesses.

Riverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s head, above the west shore of Hood Canal. The area is popular for hiking, fishing, boating and kayaking. The shoreline is dotted with campgrounds, resorts and rental cabins. The lake is notable for its beautiful crystal clear blue water.

POTLATCH is located on the western shore of

the Hood Canal, near the mouth of the Skokomish River. Potlatch State Park is camping park with 5,700feet of saltwater shoreline.

Hoodsport hugs the shore of Hood Canal with Hwy 101 running through town past shops and restaurants.

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Visit our website or call for directions. 360-877-2247

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waterfront. Here you will find food and shops. Be sure to stop in and visit the seven acres of heritage plants at Whitney Gardens.

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Canal. Belfair hosts local and chain restaurants along with major grocery stores and many small local shops.

Lilliwaup Creek. Highway 101 passes through the small town. With a shop, post office, and motel, this makes a great stop for ice cream!

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Puget Sound. Shelton was once served by steamboats traveling Hammersley on the currents, delivering supplies. Tugboats still ride these tides to deliver throughout Puget Sound. From milkshakes at Nita’s Cafe to sushi at Osaka’s and everything in between – there is no shortage of dining in Shelton.

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haven. With a range of lodging – from quaint cottages to inclusive resorts, the area was recognized as a “Prettiest Town in America.” Stop by the Union City Market for local produce and gifts including oysters and clams to take home.

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ALDERBROOK RESORT > HOOD CANAL MARINA, UNION

QUILCENE is located on the Olympic

Peninsula along the Hood Canal and is a friendly community of approximately 600 people. Here you will find stores, restaurants and even espresso! There is much to see and do with the nearby Olympic National Forest with Mount Walker access.

Alderbrook to Union City Market Summertide to Alderbrook $10/one way | $15/round trip* *per person, max six passengers

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Get out on the Water

Summer is a great time to head out on waters of Hood Canal and South Puget Sound. Both areas provide protected bodies of water as well as scenic views of the Olympic Mountains. Tune up your boat, gather your gear, renew your sports fishing licenses, pack the snacks, and check the current regulations – it’s time to get the the family together to make memories on our Northwest waterways!

A safe and successful adventure starts with careful preparation and planning. Before you head out on the water, make a list of supplies you need and visit our local marine store,Verle’s LLC in Shelton. This full service marine store is a one stop solution to service, boats, motors supplies and licenses.

With an extensive parts and service department on site you may want to trailer your boat to Verle’s and schedule a full tune up and examination.Verle’s inventory includes OEM parts by Yamaha, Suzuki, Mercury, Johnson, Evinrude, Sport Jet, OMC, Volvo and Mercruiser.

Opening in 1948, Verle’s is one of South Puget Sound’s largest and oldest marine and sporting goods businesses. Located conveniently off Hwy 101as you head northbound into Shelton, they stock fishing tackle, marine accessories and a selection of boats and motors specially adapted to our water conditions. The staff are always happy to assist customers in designing a boating package to suit their needs including new and pre-owned boats and motors or consignment boats.

Want to try your luck at crabbing? The locally made crab pots by EZ-Pull (Hood Canal) and Willapa Marine are available at Verle’s as well as crab bait and buoys, bait boxes, and more. It is surprisingly inexpensive to get equipped to go catching the valuable – and fresh –Dungeness crab! And the whole family will enjoy the excitement of bringing in the pots!

Don’t underestimate the value of local knowledge! Save a lot of trouble (and disappointment) by visiting a store staffed and owned by passionate hunters and fishers who understand their area and are happy to share tips and locations. This local knowledge is invaluable when setting your boat up for salmon fishing on Hood Canal or South Puget Sound. Verle’s stocks all the hottest lures and gear – and has helpful advice to go with it. Whether you are shopping for a license, lure or new boat, stop by Verle’s LLC at 741 W Golden Pheasant Road or call (360) 426-0933 for helpful and dedicated outdoor enthusiasts who are happy to offer tips to get you and your family out on the water!

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Run your motors at home to make sure they are in working order before going out. Sometimes all it takes is a complete fuel flush to remove the moisture that has settled in the tank and lines while not in use or in storage.

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SALMON -Entire Area – July 1-Aug. 31 & Oct. 1-June 30 CHINOOK - min. size 22”. Other SALMON species - no min. size. Daily limit 2 (combined). Release COHO and wild CHINOOK. Anglers may fish with two poles with Two-Pole Endorsement HALIBUT & Rockfish– CLOSED to fishing, retaining, or possessing. LINGCOD – Hook and line season. Min. size 26”. Max. 36”. Daily limit 1. CABEZON – May 1-Nov. 30, Min. size 18”. Daily limit 1. SURFPERCH - Year-round; No min. size. Daily limit 10. Except SHINER PERCH daily limit 15: not included in BOTTOMFISH limit.

Combination license: Allows anglers to fish in both saltwater and freshwater and to harvest shellfish and seaweed. Available for both residents and non-residents aged fifteen and over.

Species Min. size Daily Limit Additional Rules Dungeness Crab 6.25” 5 Males Must retain back shell while in the field. Must release all softshell, females Catch record card required. Red Rock Crab 5” Six crab, either sex Must retain back shell while in the field. Must release all softshell crab. Tanner Crab 4.5” Six crab, either sex Must retain back shell while in the field. Must release all softshell crab. Source: wdfw.wa.gov/fishing/shellfish

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Quilcene Bay

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Point Whitney Turner Creek

Dosewallips & Duckabush: July 1Sept. 30: All waters within channels created by exposed tidelands are CLOSED to fishing for finfish.

Hamma Hamma Mouth: July 1-Sept. 30: All waters within channels created by exposed tidelands are CLOSED to fishing for finfish.

Ayock Point Sund Rock & Octopus Hole Conservation Areas: Waters and tidelands originating at the shore of Lilliwaup Hood Canal CLOSED to all harvest, except tideland owners and their families. See WA Sport Fishing Hoodsport Rules for coordinates.

Enetai Hatchery Outfall: CLOSED year-round

Hood Canal Bridge

Tarboo Bay: North of Broad Spit CLOSED to SALMON fishing Sept. 16-Dec. 31.

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Shellfish/seaweed license: Required for harvesters aged sixteen and over. Available for residents, resident seniors (70 and older), and non-residents. Allows the holder to harvest clams, mussels, oysters, shrimp, crab, squid, other shellfish, and seaweed. In addition, a Puget Sound crab endorsement and catch record card is required to harvest Dungeness crab in Marine Areas 5-13.

Crab may be harvested Thursdays through Mondays each week (Tuesdays and Wednesdays are closed) through Labor Day September 4th, 2017. Crabbers fishing from boats may only set and pull gear from one hour before official sunrise to one hour after official sunset on open days.

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Freshwater license: Required for freshwater fishing for all anglers aged sixteen and over. Available for residents, resident seniors (70 and older), and non-residents. Catch record cards required for salmon, steelhead and sturgeon (for anglers of all ages).

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Saltwater license: Required for saltwater fishing for all anglers aged sixteen and over. Available for residents, resident seniors (70 and older), and non-residents. Catch record cards are required for salmon, steelhead, sturgeon and halibut (for anglers of all ages).

Crabbing is one of Puget Sound’s most popular recreational fisheries. Each year, sport fishers catch more than a million pounds of Dungeness crab, using pots, ring nets and – in the case of wade and dive fishers – their bare hands. In addition to meeting licensing requirements, everyone who fishes for crab in Puget Sound must carry and complete catch record cards to account for all Dungeness crab they catch.

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Recreational Crab Fishing

Big Beef Creek: Aug. 1-Nov. 30: Waters within 100' of the Seabeck Hwy. NW Big Beef Creek Bridge CLOSED to fishing for Food Fish.

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Sport Licenses & Catch Record Cards

Seabeck Bay

Waketickeh Creek Conservation Area: CLOSED to all harvest

Dewatto: July 1-Sept. 30: All waters within channels created by exposed tidelands are CLOSED to fishing for finfish.

Skokomish: July 1-Sept. 30: All waters within channels created by exposed tidelands are CLOSED to fishing for finfish.

Salmon

North of Ayock Point: Aug. 16-Sept. 30 No min. size. Daily limit 4 (combined). Release CHINOOK and CHUM South of Ayock Point: July 1-Sept. 30 CHINOOK - min. size 20". Other SALMON species - no min. size. Daily limit 4 (combined). Release CHUM and wild CHINOOK. Anglers may fish with two poles with Two-Pole Endorsement. Hoodsport Hatchery Zone: July 1-Dec. 31 No min. size. Daily limit 4 (combined). Release wild CHINOOK.Night closure. July 1-Oct. 15: release CHUM. Please respect private property adjacent to hatchery.

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South Puget Sound

Twanoh State Park Between Belfair and Union Double boat launching ramp and parking area, parks.wa.gov

Fair Harbor Marina (360) 426-4028 | Grapeview, WA Services include fuel dock, moorage, store, espresso, showers and restrooms.

Port of Allyn North Shore Dock & Launch (360) 372-2408 | Allyn Launch ramp and dock, marine pump-out.portofallyn.com

Hood Canal Marina (360) 898-2252 | Union Privately owned marina open to the public. Pleasant Harbor Marina (360) 796-4611 A well protected, deep water full-service marina, gas and diesel for boats, supplies, moorage and dining. pleasantharbormarina.com Potlatch Boat Launch Skokomish operated launch Between Potlatch & Hoodsport, near Cushman power facility Quilcene (Herb Beck) Marina Where Hwy 101 bends sharply in Quilcene, turn onto Linger Longer Road, follow to end and turn left into the Quilcene Marina. Rest-A-While Marina (360) 877-9122 | Hoodsport Lunch, moorage, storage, rentals. SummerTide Resort & Marina (360) 275-9313 | Tahuya Lodging, RV space, boat rentals and supplies

Allyn Waterfront Dock & Park (360) 275-2430 | Allyn, WA Marina features launch ramps, moorage and pump-out. Park includes gazebo and play area.

Latimer’s Landing Pickering Passage, Harstine Island Located adjacent to the Harstine Island bridge. Jarrell Cove (800) 362-8823 | Harstine Island RV sites, fuel dock, pump out, store, and beach. Jarrell Cove State Park Harstine Island, WA | parks.wa.gov Moorage, buoys, pump-out, tent sites, showers. Shelton Marina & Yacht Club (360) 426-9476 | Shelton Public launch ramp, gas dock Arcadia Point Squaxin Tribe launch, open to the public, popular with kayakers, has trailer parking and nice beach Hope Island State Park Buoys, access to a 106-acre marine camping island park by beach landing only.

Just around the next Corner

Summer Harvest Precautions When temperatures rise in the summertime, so do bacteria levels in shellfish – most notably Vibrio parahaemolyticus. The commercial shellfish industry is aware of this and follows strict refrigeration and handling requirements during warm summer months. Recreational harvesters also need to be aware of this risk when planning a summer trip to the shore. Here are a few tips: Check for beach closures or call Marine Toxins/ PSP Hotline: 1-800-562-5632 before harvesting. Visit the Shellfish Safety Map at doh.wa.gov/ShellfishSafety. Harvest as soon as possible after the tide goes out (at the beginning of the tide cycle instead of at the end). Don't harvest oysters exposed to direct sunlight for more than two hours. Refrigerate or ice immediately after harvest. Thoroughly cook your oysters: internal temperature must reach 145°F for 15 seconds. Thorough cooking destroys vibrio bacteria (note: cooking doesn't destroy biotoxins). Barbequing just until they open will not kill the bacteria. You may need to steam oysters for 4 to 9 minutes or boil for 3 to 5 minutes after they open to fully cook.

Shellfish Gathering Local State Parks support clams and oysters for license holders – free! But be safe. Take extra precautions harvesting or consuming shellfish during the warmer months. When in doubt, consider enjoying commercial harvested local product available in restaurants and retail locations like Hama Hama Oyster Co. or Taylor Shellfish. South Puget Sound North Bay – May and September under terms of a shoreline agreement. Oakland Bay Tideland, – Open year-round, good shore access with parking. Manila clams and oysters can be found here.

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Belfair State Park – Excellent beach for oysters and Manila clams can be found here. Potlatch State Park – Seasonally open oysters and a variety of clam species. Clams, mussels and oysters open April to August. Lilliwaup State Park – Open year-round, excellent for oysters and clams. Clamming difficult due to the cobble substrate. Rendsland Creek – Year-round, oysters and clams although not in great densities. Twanoh State Park – Open year-round for oysters and seasonally for clams.

360-796-4611 VHF 9 & 16 www.pleasantharbormarina.com 308913 US Hwy 101 Brinnon, WA 98320

Eagle Creek – Open year-round for oysters and seasonally for clams, check before harvesting. This is an excellent oyster beach. Triton Cove State Park – Few clams but year-round oysters.

Groceries, Espresso, Propane, Ice, Beer & Wine Galley Restaurant serving breakfast, lunch & Dosewallips State Park – Excellent beach dinner, pizza, burgers, �sh & chips, salads & x sandwiches for clams. Productive digging found among x Pub with outdoor sea�ng and a beau�ful view of x the oysters, an area often overlooked. Take the marina with local beers on tap x care not to cover oysters with mud as this will x Live music Saturday evenings throughout the x potentially kill the oysters. summer on the pa�o 31 FJORD x x

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Do try this at home:

Crabbing with the Kids

– from a Kayak!

Here’s something different – load up the kids, kayaks and crab pots and head to the Canal. It’s time to get up close and personal with nature and catch dinner from the stability of – a kayak. The guides at Kayak Brinnon are seeing a trend to families and individuals trying out this new exciting method of catching your own dinner!

Never mind fork to table – let’s talk paddle to pot! According to Christina Maloney, owner and guide at Kayak Brinnon, kayak crabbing is gaining popularity on Hood Canal. Dungeness and Red Rock crab can be found throughout the Hood Canal at depths between one and 300 feet. “We recommend kayak crabbing in depths of 30 to 75 feet and provide 100 feet of line for each crab pot,” remarks Christina,

adding, “what you catch depends on a variety of factors such as location, bait, length of soak, and the health of the population.” The amount of crabs you may keep is limited to five male Dungeness, and six Red Rock crab of either sex, per day. Crabbers are required to purchase a WDFW shellfish license with a Dungeness crab endorsement and each licensed harvester is expected to educate themselves on the Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife rules and regulations before setting out for a crabbing experience.

Don’t have a kayak? Don’t worry. Many establishments on Hood Canal rent both kayaks and crab pots. Rent kayaks and crab pots by the hour or for multiple days to paddle the Hood Canal during the day and pull your pots full of Dungeness and Red Rock crab for dinner. At Brinnon Kayak, located at Yelvik’s Beach, near Brinnon, in addition to renting kayaks and crab fishing equipment, they offer helpful advice and tips on crabbing in the Hood Canal. Brinnon Kayak was started by former Marine and Fisheries Biologist Christina Maloney in 2008. While working seasonally at the old Point Whitney Shellfish Laboratory in Brinnon between 1993 and 1995, Christina vowed to return to the Hood Canal someday to live full-time. After a twelve year career in Seatlle with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and other biological agencies she was given an opportunity to leave the city and build this dream.

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As a child Christina grew up on the beaches California. “Back then kids played outside all day long,” she smiled nostalgically, “I was either playing in the surf of the Pacific or catching pollywogs in the creeks. I knew that if I had work eight hours a day that I wanted to be outdoors and around the water doing it.”

Christina now serves as Kayak Brinnon’s owner/operator and guide. Their tours take guests to estuaries to watch seals and eagles, to coves in search of marine invertebrates, and to beaches to swim and shuck oysters. “One of my favorite things about taking people out kayaking for the first time is

The Dog Paddle

Dogs are welcome at Kayak Brinnon if they meet the weight restrictions. A small dog may fit in your lap, but a 90 lb. dog may need his own seat and require you paddle a double kayak.

watching their apprehension transform into pure joy and confidence,” replied Christina when asked what she loved about her job, “Most of our guests are new kayakers and they are nervous about it.” Summer water conditions in the Hood Canal are, more often than not, very mild. It can feel more like kayaking on a still lake than on the big waters of other parts of the Puget Sound. “The kayaks we use,” adds Christina, “are stable. People learn to paddle confidently within minutes of leaving the beach. As we corner Wa Wa Point or paddle out of Pleasant Harbor, everyone is paddling like a pro and it’s time to talk about the marine and avian wildlife we see on Hood Canal and the estuaries we visit.”

Kayak Brinnon offers hourly, daily, and multi-day kayak and paddle board rentals from their beach and deliver kayaks to area homes and campgrounds. Life vests and safety equipment are included. They also offer kayak crab pot rentals during crabbing season and will help you plan your trip. Have guests visiting from out of town? For a day rental, a family of four can expect to pay about $80 to rent kayaks. Kayak tours run between $45 and $95 per person. Kayak Brinnon is located near Brinnon at Yelvik’s Beach. Visit kayakbrinnon.com or call Christina at (360) 796-4116 for details. The crabbing season on Hood Canal runs Thursdays through Mondays each week through Labor Day September 4, 2017.

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Historic St. Andrew’s House Welcomes Guests to Hood Canal for over 60 years To celebrate over 60 years of service, St. Andrew’s is hosting a Benefit Gala & Auction on Saturday, August 5th. The event will be a celebratory evening of meeting friends, enjoying Chef Treacy’s locally-sourced appetizers, wine & soft drinks, live music and silent auction benefiting the capital needs of historic St. Andrew’s House. The event will also feature the Grunewald Guild Traveling Art Exhibit. This exhibit is titled Jubilee | Jubiileo and features 16 artworks that explore the theme of Jubilee – a celebration of rest, renewal, and relationships St. Andrew’s House began as a retreat center for the Diocese of Olympia in 1954, when the Lodge and its seven acres were given as a gift by the Norton Clapp family, who had built the Lodge in 1928. A large

renovation in 1999 greatly expanded the capacity of St. Andrew’s, adding a multi-purpose chapel, atrium and dining room. Since that time, St. Andrew’s House has extended its hospitality to include churches of all denominations, art groups, nonprofit organizations, family events, weddings and retreats of all kinds. Tickets for the Gala are $15 and are available by contacting St. Andrew’s House at (360) 898-2362 or by email to director@ saintandrewshouse.org. Guests are welcome to come for the evening, or extend the stay by enjoying the Lodge overnight for only $50 extra.

Award-winning 18-hole golf course — open to the public

Discover

Fine dining in our Clubhouse Restaurant & Lounge

Alderbrook Golf and Yacht Club

A warm and welcoming community Rural living at its finest A wealth of nearby recreational opportunities Magnificent views of Hood Canal and the Olympic Mountains For tee times, menus and information:

Alderbrookgolfclub.com 330 E Country Club Drive Union, WA 98592

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Local Business Guide 1. Henery Hardware - Quilcene 2. Quilcene Village Store 3. Munn Bros Hood Canal Properties 4. Twana Road House 5. Gear Head Deli 6. Mount Walker Inn 7. Cove RV Park & Country Store 8. Kayak Brinnon 9. Brinnon Visitor’s Center 10. Whitney Gardens and Nursery 11. Brinnon General Store 12. Geoduck Family Restaurant 13. The Historic Balch Retreat 14. Pleasant Harbor Marina 15. Mike’s Beach Resort & Diving 16. Hama Hama Oyster Co. 17. Eagle Creek Saloon 18. Lilliwaup Motel 19. Lilliwaup Store 20. Hood Canal Vacation Homes 21. The Tides Family Restaurant 22. Rest-A-While RV Park & Marina 23. Glen Ayr Resort, Motel & RV Park 24. Sunrise Motel & Dive 25. Blue Horizons Paddlesports

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7 26. Skokomish Park at Lake Cushman 27. Lake Cushman Resort & General Store 8 28. Lake Cushman Golf Course 29. Lake Cushman Grocery Store COYLE 30. Dow Creek Resort 31. The Girls Café 9 32. Visitor Information Center 10 33. The Burger Stand 11 34. Columbia Bank 12 BRINNON 35. Hoodsport Coffee Co. 36. Model T Pub & Eatery 37. Laurie’s Gift & Liquor Store 13

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38. The Hardware Distillery 39. Hood Canal Outfitters/Shell Gas 40. Hoodsport Regional Library 41. Olympic Stove & Spa 42. Stottle Winery Tasting Room 43. Octopus Garden Jewelry 44. IGA Grocery Store 45. Port of Hoodsport Marina 46. Hood Sport N’ Dive 47. El Puerto de Angeles Restaurant

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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. Skokomish Center/ Museum 56. Hunter Farms & Visitor Center 57. Kari’s Collectibles

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

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

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58 Hood Canal Events (360) 710-7452 PO Box 438, Union, Washington

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

8 Kayak Brinnon (360) 796-4116 251 Hjelvicks Rd, Brinnon

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Alderbrook Golf & Yacht Club (360) 898-2575 | 330 Country Club Dr, Union

55 Hunter Farms & Visitor Center (360) 426-2222 | 1921 E SR 106, Union

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40 Hoodsport Library (360) 877-9339 40 N Schoolhouse Hill Rd, Hoodsport | WiFi

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ALLYN GRAPEVIEW 58. Hood Canal Events 59. 2 Margaritas Restaurant 60. Hood Canal Marina 61. Union City Market 62. Union Country Store 63. The Bend on Hood Canal 64 The Olympia Schooner Co. 65. Robin Hood Restaurant & Pub 66. Alderbrook Country Store/Texaco 67. Our Community Credit Union

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

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

For directory addition, updates, and/or deletion please contact Rachel at 360-427-5599.

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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

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Brinnon General Store (360) 796-4400 306413 US-101, Brinnon 7

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

Hunter Farms (360) 426-2222 1921 E SR 106, Union 55

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 61

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

DINING

59 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

El Puerto de Angeles Restaurant (360) 877-5921 | 24080 Hwy 101, Hoodsport 47

5 Gear Head Deli (360) 301-3244 294963 US-101, Quilcene

Geoduck Family Restaurant (360) 796-4430 307103 US-101, Brinnon 12

Hama Hama Oyster Co. (888) 877-5844 35846 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

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

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

65 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

21 The Tides Family Restaurant (360) 877-8921 27061 Hwy 101, Hoodsport 4 Twana Road House (360) 765-6485 94793 US-101, Quilcene

68 Union Square Deli & Espresso (360) 898-3354 | 310 E Dalby Rd, Suite 100, Union

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

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

15 Mike’s Beach Resort (360) 877-5324 38470 Hwy 101, Hoodsport 6 Mount Walker Inn (360) 765-3410 61 Maple Grove Rd, Quilcene 22 Rest-A-While RV Park (360) 877-9474 27001 Hwy 101, Hoodsport 65 Robin Hood Village (360) 898-2163 6780 SR 106, Union 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 63 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 55

RETAIL

69 Cameo Boutique & Wine Shop (360) 898-3200 | 6871 E SR 106, Union 1 Henery Hardware (360) 765-3113 294382 US-101, Quilcene

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

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

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

69 Cameo Boutique Cottages (360) 490-7006 130 NE Dulalip Landing, Belfair 78 The Cherokee Beach House (877) 232-7941 6871 E SR 106, Union, selahinn.com 7

13 The Historic Balch Retreat (360) 271-3629 307331 Hwy 101, Brinnon

49 The 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

Cove RV Park & Country Store Brinnon 144 Brinnon Ln, Brinnon (360) 796-4723 | 303075 US-101, Brinnon Hoodsport 76 N Lake Cushman Rd, Hoodsport 30 Dow Creek Resort (360) 877-5022 Lilliwaup 8621 Hwy 101, Lilliwaup 35 Hoodsport Coffee Co. (360) 877-6732 37 FJORD 2670 N. Lake Cushman Road, Hoodsport Quilcene 294843 US-101, Quilcene 24240 Hwy 101, Hoodsport Union 310 E Dalby Rd, Union 16

Save the Date | October 7- 8

Big Event in a Small Town On October 7 & 8 , 2017 the Port of Shelton’s Sanderson Field is where you’ll want to be. With the help of over 100 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; you are invited, and we hope to see you there.

The Pacific Rim Oyster Open Speed & Half-Shell Oyster Shucking Contests are the centerpiece of the festival. The Seafood Cook-Off is also a popular spectator event held throughout the weekend. Free live music for all ages is ongoing with an over21 microbrew area and an all ages stage in the dessert tent. Wine tasting is provided by nineteen Washington State wineries. Friends gather to visit with local vintners and sample the variety of over seventy wines.

Tickets are redeemable at any of the winery tables for a sample pouring. Attendees are also able to purchase bottles of their favorite wines along with event souvenirs to take home. Microbrews share the spotlight. From a delicate herbed seafood ceviche to corn on the cob and oysters prepared in every way imaginable – and since no vendor may duplicate another’s delicacy – you can be sure there’s something for every palate. Our advice – come hungry & thirsty!

Proudly Supporting Jobs and Local Prosperity Industrial Parks at Johns Prairie and Sanderson Field Airport Marina and aquaculture facilities on Oakland Bay at Shelton

The Port of Shelton is proud to support local industries including aquaculture & forestry. To discuss location opportunities for your business contact the Port at (360) 426-1151. FJORD 38

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Skookum Rotary allows only other non-profit charitable organizations with proceeds benefiting the Mason County community to be a food vendor at OysterFest. By making this requirement, Skookum Rotary ensures that it is a fundraising event for other organizations as well. What a way to pay it forward! The money raised is donated back to the community in the form of scholarships, sponsorship of water quality education programs, and many other local service works from food banks and homeless shelters to the annual Music in the Park concerts.

OysterFest features exhibits that showcase the beauty and delicacy of the Puget Sound ecosystem. The marine touch tanks are a favorite exhibit. With creatures carefully gathered locally by divers exclusively for these exhibits, the ecosystem in the touch tanks is as close to nature as you can get without actually being there. 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 onsite 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 and their locations in the map available at the ticket and information booths or view the list online.

Locals know that the best way to get to OysterFest is through the free Shuttle Service. Free parking areas and pick-up points are located at the Shelton Civic Center, Shelton Yacht Club, Olympic College and Shelton High School.

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.

The cost of admission to OysterFest is $5.00 per-person; children under 6 are free. Sunday is Family Day with kids 13 and under free. There is no charge to park or to ride the shuttle bus. Except for service animals, dogs are not permitted at the event. Maps, tickets, RV reservations, entertainment schedules, and more are available at oysterfest.org.

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The Hardware Distillery makes the best spirits. GREAT SPIRITS START WITH GREAT WATER – and The Hardware Distillery uses the best – flowing from the snow pack on the glacial Olympic Mountain Range. Using grains grown in WA fields, fruit from WA orchards, and honey from WA beehives, we’re proud to ferment & distill great spirits on the banks of Hood Canal.

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24210 North Highway 101, Hoodsport, WA

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Articles inside

Crabbing with the Kids- From a Kayak

Get out on the Water - Sports fishing on Hood Canal

Welcome aboard the Pleiades –Sail back in time on the Fjord

Family first - Ice Cream Second at Olympic Mountain Ice Cream

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