25th Annual

Grays Harbor Shorebird and Nature Festival

April 24 - 26, 2020

“Lone Bird on an Early Flight” by Ezri Carroll, Grade 6, St. Mary School

2019 Best of Show, GHSNF Poster Contest

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Push Rods of Hoquiam schedule of events for 2020

April 24-25th 2020 - High Rollin Hot Rods at the Quinault Beach Casino

June 27th 2020 - River Run Car Show in Hoquiam

October 2nd-3rd 2020 - Show and Shine at the Shores at Quinault Beach Casino

Hot Rod Hall of Fame Car Club of the Year for 2020

www.Pushrods.org

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GRAYS HARBOR SHOREBIRD AND NATURE FESTIVAL

Celebrating the natural world and the spring shorebird migration.

Each spring, hundreds of thousands of shorebirds stop to rest and feed along the Washington Coast and in the Grays Harbor estuary during their migration northward. Coming from as far south as Argentina, these Arctic-bound shorebirds are among the world’s greatest migrants. Some birds travel over 15,000 miles round trip! The concentration of birds during spring migration offers people a great chance to view a number of shorebird species. With luck you will also see the birds fly together in beautiful formations while trying to escape a Peregrine Falcon. Shorebird is the name given to the group of birds that are usually found along the shoreline. They include plovers, turnstones, sandpipers, dowitchers, and others. Some shorebirds can be found in Grays Harbor County all year; others only during their migration. A good way to start learning the common shorebirds is to attend the Festival’s free shorebird identification class and field trip. The shorebird spectacle happens every year at Grays Harbor National Wildlife Refuge and in other parts of the county. People from around the world come to view this event of hemispheric importance. The Festival works to bring people together for this incredible natural phenomenon.

About Our Cover Artist

Our cover artist, Ezri Carroll. When creating this art, Ezri was 12 years old and attending 6th grade at St. Mary School. When asked, Ezri said, “I didn’t expect to win two years in a row!” She enjoys drawing and would love to enter more art contests in the future. “Capturing still life is always nice”, said Ezri “It makes you look at things.” Animation and character design are of interest and she dreams of making a living from art. When asked what she

would do if she made lots of money from her artwork, Ezri replied “I would donate it to animal charities and rescue associations.”

About the Poster Contest

Each year, 1st-6th grade students in Grays Harbor County submit posters depicting North American shorebirds for the Shorebird and Nature Festival Poster Contest. Place winners are chosen from each grade; the Best of Show is selected from the six first place winners. The Best of Show artwork is used in Festival publicity the following year. Congratulations to all the 2019 winners and thanks to all the students and teachers who participated! You can cheer on the 2020 artists during the Poster Contest Awards Ceremony, Sunday, April 26th, 1pm at Hoquiam Middle School.

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KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Speaker: Gerrit Vyn

Friday, April 24, 7:30 pm

Hoquiam High School Little Theater

Dessert Reception prior to talk begins at 6:45pm

Tickets may be purchased in advance (see page 13) or at the door for $15

THE GLOBAL LIFE OF SHOREBIRDS In this multimedia presentation, Gerrit will share intimate films, photos, and sounds collected around the world, and give a peek into the lives, ecology, and conservation of some of the most remarkable and imperiled birds on earth. Each fall, shorebirds around the world depart arctic breeding grounds and migrate vast distances to wintering areas as far south as Tierra del Fuego and New Zealand. Their migrations include the longest known non-stop flights of any birds on earth. To accomplish these feats, shorebirds undergo profound physiological changes, utilize complex navigation strategies, and specialize to some degree in their foraging behavior to minimize competition for food. Along their migration routes, each species requires critical wetland stopover habitats where they rest and feed to fuel their movements. At some of these locations human impacts have reached a point where many populations are in free-fall. Life for shorebirds is far different for the few months each summer they spend on remote arctic breeding grounds. There they become territorial, perform elaborate courtship displays, show their finest plumage, share nest duties with their mates, and raise a new generation. This is where the cycle renews – each chick will depart south on its own with only its genes to tell it how far and what direction to go.

Gerrit Vyn is a Wildlife Photographer and Cinematographer for the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and a Senior Fellow at the International League of Conservation Photographers; he has been photographing birds and wildlife professionally for over twenty-five years. His book, The Living Bird, was a New York Times bestseller and a National Outdoor Book Award winner. Best known for his work documenting endangered birds and

conservation issues around the world, Vyn is a sought-after speaker on the topics of birds, conservation, and photography. His work is published regularly in magazines including National Geographic , BBC Wildlife , a nd Audubon , and has been featured in media outlets including NPR’s Fresh Air with Terry Gross, CBS Sunday Morning, and the PBS Nature television series. Follow Gerrit on Instagram @ gerritv y n and watch for his new guide to Photographing birds this spring!

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ANNUAL FUNDRAISING DINNER AND SPEAKER

Saturday, April 25, 5:30pm

Elks Lodge, Hoquiam

Advance reservations are required by April 15th, 2020

5:30pm Social & No-host Bar; 6:30pm Dinner; ~ 7:00 Fundraiser; 7:30 Speaker

Dinner: This year ‛s dinner is a scrumptious catered meal by Soup and Sage locat-ed in Aberdeen. Dinner is served buffet style with your choice of several entree options. Page 14 has information on signing up for this important event. Fundraising: After dinner, a Paddle Raise will take place to fund the educa-tion program at Grays Harbor NWR. We appreciate your support in helping us reach our goal of $4000.00 See Page 12 for more details.

Welcome to the world of bats. The contributions bats make to the quality of life on earth and the welfare of humans are numerous. They are the major predators of night-flying insects and agricultural pests, pollinators of tropical fruits and medicinal plants we depend on, medical research

and entertainment (zoos and movies). Learn interesting facts and dispel the myths with Barbara Ogaard, Naturalist and Bat Specialist. Barbara is on the Board of Directors for Sarvey Wildlife Care Center, Bats Northwest, and Happy Valley Bats. She has a degree in Zoology and Animal Behavior. Her career has been a Ranger/Naturalist for the Dept. of Parks & Recreation for Edmonds, Everett and Seattle teaching outdoor education, Vet Tech, and Rehabber.

Join Barb for an introduction to our furry friends of the night skies. Learn about the biology control of insects, echolocation, hibernation, ecosystems and Vampires. Meet a few bats up close, no touching, no flying. We will end with Q&A time about bat houses, gothic gardening, and bats living in your attic. Come and enjoy a night of some batty fun.

Tales From the Bat Cave - A Batty Time

Speaker: Barb Ogaard

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FIELD TRIP DESCRIPTIONS

Tokeland, Grayland, and Westport Loop Friday, 7:30am - 3:30pm (departs from refuge HQ)

Field Trip Leaders: Bruce LaBar and Gene Revelas

This field trip will take you to the best shorebird viewing areas along the coast! Target birds are 22 species of shorebirds including Snowy Plover, Willet, and Long-billed Curlew. Good numbers of waterfowl and other water species will be encountered along the way. “Streaked” Horned Larks and Lapland Longspurs will also be sought after at Midway Beach Road. There will be some walking but most of the day will involve short visits to key areas in search of shorebirds.

Bring or pre-order a lunch and dress appropriately! See page 14 for lunch options.

$45

Ocean Shores Friday, 8:00am - 3:00pm (departs from refuge HQ)

Field Trip Leaders: Whittier Johnson and Rob Chrisler

Saturday, 8:30am - 3:30pm (departs from middle school)

Field Trip Leaders: Phil Kelley and Mary Russell

This beautiful coastal resort town hosts some of the best birding spots on the West Coast with more species per location than anywhere else in the state of Washington. The tour will visit a variety of habitats and upwards of 60 species may be found. Highlights on this trip include: Semipalmated Plover, Whimbrel, Marbled Godwit, Sanderling, Wandering Tattler, Surfbird, and Rock Sandpiper.

Easy Walking.

$35

Haynisisoos (Point Grenville) Saturday, 9:00am - 3:00pm (departs from middle school)

Field Trip Leaders: Diane Yorgason-Quinn, Faye McAdams Hands, Marcus Roening

Quinault Indian Nation Tribal Guide: Fallon Mail

Haynisisoos is a great vantage point from which to observe seabirds over the open ocean. Pelagic Cormorants, Common Murres, and Tufted Puffins nest in the scenic sea stacks. This may be the southern most nesting area for the “Sooty” Fox Sparrow. Haynisisoos is on Quinault Tribal lands and a Tribal guide will accompany the trip. Uneven, easy to moderate path; wear appropriate footwear. Impressive totem pole on grounds.

$40

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FIELD TRIP DESCRIPTIONS

Shorebirds for Beginners Saturday, 2:00pm - 4:15pm (departs from middle school)

Field Trip Leaders: Kim Adelson & Arnie Martin

A bus will take you to the Sandpiper Trail at Grays Harbor NWR where you will walk 1/2 mile on a boardwalk to the prime shorebird viewing area at the tip of Bowerman Peninsula. As the shorebirds gather on the mudflats, you can learn to distinguish a Western Sandpiper from a Dunlin. Other possible birds include: Least Sandpiper, Black-bellied Plover, Red Knot and Peregrine Falcon. We see other wildlife too, like weasels!

$15

Tokeland, Grayland, and Westport Loop Sunday, 8:00am - 4:00pm (departs from middle school)

Field Trip Leaders: Bruce LaBar & Gene Revelas

$45

This field trip will take you to the best shorebird viewing areas along the coast! Target birds are 22 species of shorebirds including Snowy Plover, Willet, and Long-billed Curlew. Good numbers of waterfowl and other water species will be encountered along the way. “Streaked” Horned Larks and Lapland Longspurs will also be sought after at Midway Beach Road. There will be some walking but most of the day will involve short visits to key areas in search of shorebirds. Bring or pre-order a lunch and dress appropriately! See page 14 for

Guided Walks Grays Harbor National Wildlife Refuge

Friday, 1:30pm - 4:00pm

Field Trip Leaders: Nisqually NWRC Volunteers

Sunday, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Field Trip Leaders: Nisqually NWRC Volunteers

Join us on a guided walk to the prime shorebird viewing area along the Sandpiper Trail at the Refuge. Knowledgeable guides will provide information about the Refuge and the wildlife and plants of interest along the trail. These walks are free and open to the public. The guides will have spotting scopes for close up viewing. Binoculars are recommended. Leaves from the Kiosk at the Airport gate. 2 miles round trip flat walking. Keep your eyes peeled for Plein Aire artists on the Refuge.

FREE

Field trip participants heading out to the beach

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PROGRAMS

Shorebird Identification Basics Saturday, 11:30am - 1:00pm

Presenter: Kim Adelson

Free

Shorebird identification can be tricky. With the help of experienced birders, you will become familiar with the more common shorebirds so that you can identify them in the field. You are encouraged to follow up this program with the “Shorebirds for Beginners” Saturday field trip to Grays Harbor NWR or the free guided walk on Sunday.

Bring Back the Bees Saturday, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Presenter: Jim Ullrich Free

The presentation covers the development of a backyard sanctuary for our bees and birds, including the interesting relationship of our Orchard Mason Bees and our backyard birds. This non-aggressive pollinator is native to our area, and is extensively studied by Washington State University and area master gardener organizations.

Coastal Raptors: Get to Know the Raptors

Sunday, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Presenter: Dr. Dan Varland

Free

Dan Varland is the Executive Director of Coastal Raptors. Dan loves to share his knowledge and passion for raptors with the public. In his program, Dan will introduce you to the various birds of prey native to western Washington, discuss their natural history and explain how to identify each species of falcon, hawk and eagle. Dan will draw from his extensive collection of gorgeous raptor photos to point out field marks and wing shapes helpful in identification. His presentation is suitable for all ages of beginning and intermediate level bird enthusiasts. Owl identification will not be covered in the program. If you’ve ever wondered what type of hawk you saw scaring off the birds at your feeder, soaring overhead or peering into a field from a power line, this is your chance to find out.

BIRDING MARKETPLACE

At the Birding Marketplace you will find vendors who have numerous items for every level of nature enthusiast! There will be nature books and field guides, photographs, a selection of hand-crafted items, and other ways to enhance your backyard birding. Also, local organizations will be on hand to answer questions and provide information about their activities. For a list of vendors and exhibitors, see the festival website at www.shorebirdfestival.com

Location: Hoquiam Middle School

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FREE FAMILY EVENTS

Location: Hoquiam Middle School

Mudflat Meals: See What Shorebirds Have for Dinner Saturday, 11am - 4pm Estuaries are teeming with life even in the most unexpected places. Some mudflats are estimated to contain as many as 40,000 organisms per cubic inch of mud! Learn about the amazing critters living in the mudflats. Come see them yourself through microscopes; located in the Nature Fun Fair.

Nature Fun Fair Saturday, 9am - 5pm & Sunday, 9am - 4pm

The Nature Fun Fair has activities for all ages to discover their artistic side and learn about nature.

Wildlife art projects and activities include Shorebird on a Stick, Thumbprint Art, Mask

Making, and more!

Shorebird Festival Poster Contest Awards Ceremony and Harvest Moon Storytelling

Sunday, 1pm - 2pm Come and help honor the 2019 Shorebird Poster

Contest winners during the awards ceremony. The shorebird poster contest is open to Grays Harbor County students, grades 1-6. Winning posters are displayed during the Festival at Hoquiam Middle

School. During the ceremony, renowned Storyteller and Quinault Native Elder, Harvest Moon will share her

talent and stories.

Procession of the Shorebirds Sunday, 2:30pm Join in the Procession of the Shorebirds beginning after the Poster Contest Awards Ceremony. Come as you are, wear the mask you made, or wear your own bird or nature related costume.

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Friday

12:24pm - 6:24pm Best Shorebird Viewing at Grays Harbor NWR

7:00am - 3:00pm Festival Information, Nature Shop, and Registration at

Grays Harbor NWR on Airport Way

7:30am - 3:30pm Field Trip to Tokeland, Grayland, and Westport Loop

8:00am - 3:00pm Field Trip to Ocean Shores

1:30pm - 4:00pm Guided Walk at Grays Harbor NWR

4:00pm - 7:00pm Festival Information and Registration at

Hoquiam Middle School

6:45pm - 9:00pm Keynote Speaker and Dessert Reception at High School

Saturday

1:06pm - 7:06pm Best Shorebird Viewing at Grays Harbor NWR

7:30am - 5:00pm Festival Information and Registration at Hoquiam Middle School

9:00am - 4:00pm Free Shuttles between School and Refuge

8:30am - 3:30pm Field Trip to Ocean Shores

9:00am - 3:00pm Field Trip to Haynisisoos

9:00am - 5:00pm Birding Marketplace with Vendors and Exhibitors

9:00am - 5:00pm Nature Fun Fair

11:00am - 4:00pm Mudflat Meals at Nature Fun Fair

11:30am - 1:00pm Program: Shorebird Identification Basics

2:00pm - 4:15pm Field Trip to Grays Harbor NWR - Shorebirds for Beginners

3:30pm - 4:30pm Program: Bring back the Bees

5:30pm - 6:30pm Social Hour with no-host bar

5:30pm - 9:00pm Annual Fundraising Dinner and Speaker

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Sunday

1:48pm - 7:48pm Best Shorebird Viewing at Grays Harbor NWR

8:00am - 4:00pm Information and Registration at Hoquiam Middle School

9:00am - 4:00pm Free Shuttles between School and Refuge

8:00am - 4:00pm Field Trip to Tokeland, Grayland, Westport Loop

9:00am - 4:00pm Birding Marketplace with Vendors and Exhibitors

9:00am - 4:00pm Nature Fun Fair

1:00pm - 2:00pm Poster Contest Awards Ceremony and Harvest Moon

storytelling

2:00pm - 4:00pm Guided Walk at Grays Harbor NWR

2:30pm - 2:45pm Procession of the Shorebirds

2:30pm - 3:30pm Program: Coastal Raptors

Shorebird Viewing at Grays Harbor NWR

Along the Refuge’s Sandpiper Trail shorebirds can be viewed from a number of spots. During peak viewing times, volunteers with scopes will be available to help answer questions. At the Refuge, shorebirds can be viewed best 3 hours before to 3 hours after high tide. During high tide, birds are closer and more concentrated for better viewing. Times below are only a prediction. Best viewing may change based on wind and weather conditions. For coastal viewing, tidal cycles are not as critical. High tides along the coast are about 20 minutes earlier than at the Refuge.

2020 High Tide At Refuge Best Viewing Times

Friday, April 24 3:24 pm 12:24 pm - 6:24 pm

Saturday, April 25 4:06 pm 1:06 pm - 7:06 pm

Sunday, April 26 4:48 pm 1:48 pm - 7:48 pm

Free Guided Walks Guided walks will be held on Friday from 1:30pm - 4:00pm and Sunday from 2:00pm-4:00pm. On Friday, meet at the Refuge Kiosk on Airport Way. On Sunday, shuttles can bring folks to the trail head. These walks are free and open to the public.

The Shuttle Bus A Shuttle Bus will run continuously between Hoquiam Middle School and the Sandpiper Trail from 9am - 4pm on Saturday and Sunday. The ride takes approximately 15 minutes. The suggested donation is $1 per rider.

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SHOREBIRD EDUCATION PROGRAM

The Shorebird Education Program is an opportunity for 3rd and 4th grade students in Grays Harbor County to learn about shorebirds and shorebird conservation. The program is offered by Grays Harbor National Wildlife Refuge with funding from partner organizations including Friends of Nisqually NWRC, the Grays Harbor Shorebird and Nature Festival, and the Washington Service Corps. The program is hands-on and multidisciplinary and provides a science-based curriculum to local schools.

Viewing shorebirds during a Refuge field trip

Proceeds from the Shorebird and Nature Festival

help fund the Shorebird Education Program!

Join us at the Annual Fundraising Dinner and invest in the future generation of shorebird conservationists! All proceeds go towards funding an AmeriCorps Shorebird Educator and bus transportation. These funds make it possible for students to view the incredible spectacle of shorebird migration that occurs at the

National Wildlife Refuge, in their own back yard. The Shorebird Education Program is completely free for participating schools. We rely on your support to make this education program possible.

Please see Page 14 to register for the Annual Fundraising Dinner.

Thank you for your help and support!

Students in the program receive six classroom lessons through the school year and a field trip to Grays Harbor National Wildlife Refuge during the spring shorebird migration. During in-class activities, students learn about the science of shorebirds and Grays Harbor NWR. Topics range from spectacular shorebird adaptations to the wonders of migration. The Shorebird Education Program provides a wonderful opportunity for elementary-aged students to develop their skills in scientific inquiry and to gain an appreciation of nature in a truly natural setting!

Students inspect an invertebrate

specimen during the “Exciting

Estuaries” classroom lesson.

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Grays Harbor Shorebird and Nature Festival

2020 Registration Form, page 1

(for events with a fee)

Registrations will be filled in the order payment is received. Registrations will be taken at the time of the events as space permits. Registrations received by April 15 will be confirmed by e-mail or phone. Prices are per person, per event. There is no registration fee other than the

fee for each event.

Mail registration form with payment to:

Registrar, GH Shorebird and Nature Festival PO Box 475

Hoquiam, WA 98550 Make checks payable to: Grays Harbor Shorebird Festival

Your Name __________________________________________________________________________ Address _____________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ Phone _______________________________________________________________________________ E-mail _______________________________________________________________________________ Total Fees Enclosed $ ______________________________________________________________

Be sure to make your event choices on the other side of this form!

Where did you hear about this Festival?

Direct Mailing

Website

Audubon Newsletter

Friend

Attended Previous Year

Poster/Flyer

Newspaper____________________

Other_________________________

Registration Questions? (360) 580-8162

e-mail: jeandart303@gmail.com

Did you know? Proceeds from the Shorebird Festival help fund education

programs and scientific research at GHNWR. Thanks to all the volunteers, trip leaders, lecturers, and sponsors who make this possible.

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Grays Harbor Shorebird and Nature Festival

2020 Registration Form, page 2

Friday April 24

Field Trip, Tokeland/Westport (7:30am-3:30pm) ……...…..…… $45

Field Trip, Ocean Shores (8am-3pm)……………..………..…...……… $35

Keynote Speaker, Gerrit Vyn (7:30pm-9pm)……...……....…...…… $15

Dessert reception prior to lecture starts at 6:45pm

Saturday April 25

Field Trip, Ocean Shores (8:30am-3:30pm)……..……….….….……$35

Field Trip, Haynisisoos (9am-3pm)………………………..……...……. $40

Field Trip, Shorebirds for Beginners (2:00pm-4:15pm)……...…$15

Annual Dinner, Fundraiser, and Speaker (5:30pm-9pm)…....... $25

Note: Dinner reservations must be received by April 15.

Please select:

Chicken Fish (Cod) Vegetarian

Sunday April 26

Field Trip, Tokeland/Westport (8am-4:00pm)………....………… $45

Box Lunches

Box Lunch Friday___________________________________________________$8 (fill in field trip name)

Box Lunch Saturday________________________________________________ $8 (fill in field trip name)

Box Lunch Sunday__________________________________________________ $8 (fill in field trip name)

Box lunches include sandwich, fruit, and soda, made fresh and yummy by Deidra’s Deli, 1956 Riverside Avenue, Hoquiam, (360) 538-5880.

Be sure to complete page 1 of this form with your name and address.

Vegetarian

Vegetarian

Vegetarian

Turkey

Turkey

Turkey Roast Beef

Roast Beef

Roast Beef

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Festival Headquarters On Friday, until 3pm, events start or are located at the Grays Harbor NWR Office at 1000 Airport Way. On Friday starting at 4pm, then all day Saturday and Sunday, the Festival Headquarters is at Hoquiam Middle School, 200 N. Spencer St., Hoquiam. From Aberdeen, follow US 101 to Hoquiam. Stay in the left lane onto Highway 109/Ocean Shores Hwy./ Emerson Ave. Hoquiam Middle School is on the right 1.1 miles from that intersection. Park in the middle school lot. See maps on pages 16 and 19. Registration Pre-registration is recommended for fee events and must be postmarked by April 15th. Registration will be open on Friday from 7am to 3pm at the Grays Harbor NWR Office. Registration continues at Festival Headquarters at Hoquiam Middle School on Friday (4pm - 7pm), Saturday (7:30am - 5pm), and Sunday (8am - 4pm). Meals Field trip participants may order box lunches using the registration form. The Annual Dinner will be held on Saturday evening at the Elks Lodge in Hoquiam. Seating is limited and pre-registration is required by April 15. See list of local restaurants on page 17. Lodging Festival participants may make lodging arrangements directly with area providers. For lodging information call: Grays Harbor Tourism at (800) 621-9625; Greater Grays Harbor, Inc. at (800) 321-1924; Westport-Grayland Chamber of Commerce at (800) 345-6223; or Washington Coast Chamber of Commerce (360) 289-9586. Weather/Clothing Western Washington weather is unpredictable at this time of year. Plan for wet and cool. Layers, raingear, and boots are recommended for field trips. However, the trail at Grays Harbor NWR is a hard surface and does not require special footwear. Special Accommodations For those needing special accommodations, please contact Committee Member, Jennifer Cutillo, at (360) 753-9467.

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WELCOME TO HOQUIAM

Located in Grays Harbor County on the Pacific Coast, the City of Hoquiam’s history dates back to the 1890’s. Once a booming fishing and logging community, the town has now diversified into manufacturing, producing wood products, and building ships. Hoquiam residents enjoy a rural lifestyle with good schools and low crime. The area has glorious beaches and countryside. Great hiking, camping, and fishing opportunities abound. Five state parks, Olympic National Park, and Grays Harbor National Wildlife Refuge are all within a few hours drive. We welcome you to our community and hope you take advantage of the many local offerings mentioned on page 17.

AREA MAP

The numbered areas on this map show great bird viewing areas in the Grays Harbor area. The spring shorebird migration (mid April through mid May) boasts the greatest numbers of shorebirds, but there are some shorebirds that stay in these areas year round! You can find a diversity of bird species in Grays Harbor including waterfowl and sea birds. Many of these areas also have wonderful views and walks to enjoy. Grab your binoculars and take a birding tour of Grays Harbor County any day of the year!

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CAFES AND RESTAURANTS

8th Street Ale House

207 8th St. 612-3455

Casa Mia Pizza & Spaghetti

2936 Simpson Ave 533-2010

Deidra‛s Deli (Public Market)

1956 Riverside Ave 538-9747

Grizzly Den

300 Emerson Ave. 537-9840

Hum-Dinger Drive-in

104 Lincoln/Hwy 101 533-2754

Hoquiam Brewery

526 8th Street 637-8252

Roses Tienda

409 7th street 637-8124

Simpson Avenue Grill

825 Simpson Ave. 533-8907

Speed Bowls

204 Lincoln St. 986-3964

The Java Shack

801 Simpson Ave. 640-4340

The Jitter House

623 Simpson Ave. 589-8581

(Area Code 360)

Visit the City of Hoquiam‛s website at www.cityofhoquiam.com

THINGS TO SEE IN HOQUIAM

7th Street Theatre - Built in 1928 and designed for Vaudeville‛s live audience, the theater simulates an evening under the stars. The Theatre is listed on the State and National Historic Register. For more information check the website: 7thstreettheatre.com

The Elton Bennett Nature Walk - Elton Bennett was a prominent artist who contributed greatly to the Harbor. The walk, near the house he once lived in, has gravel trails that wind through trees next to a creek. The park is on Grand Avenue off of Hwy 101 North (approximately 8 blocks from the Riverside Avenue Bridge.

9th Street Boat Launch and Pier - This public boat docking area has picnic tables and a nice walk along the Hoquiam River.

28th Street Landing - The tower provides a great view of the Chehalis River.

Polson Museum - This is the premier History Museum in Grays Harbor and a National Historic Site. For more information go to their website at polsonmuseum.org

Hoquiam‛s Castle - This magnificent 20-room home was built in 1897 overlooking Grays Harbor by one of the founding lumber barons, Robert Lytle. It is on the National Register of Historic Places.

The Johnny Green Dike - Take a nice stroll on this walkway bordering the Hoquiam River. Start at Public Market (with Deidra’s Deli, a bakery, & craft booths) and walk to the Polson Museum.

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PARTNERS AND SPONSORS

Festival Partners

Grays Harbor Audubon Society (ghas.org)

City of Hoquiam (cityofhoquiam.com)

Grays Harbor National Wildlife Refuge (fws.gov/refuge/grays_harbor)

2020 Shorebird & Nature Festival

Planning Committee

Thank You to all the sponsors for their contributions!

Chateau Westport

Friends of Nisqually NWRC

Grays Harbor Community

Foundation

Grays Harbor County

Grays Harbor Tourism

Greater Grays Harbor, Inc.

Hoquiam Middle School

Hoquiam School District

Knox Cellars Mason Bees

Ocean Shores Kites

Port of Grays Harbor

Public School Employees,

Hoquiam Chapter

Push Rods of Hoquiam

Quinault Indian Nation

Volunteer Program,

Nisqually NWRC, Olympia

Washington Service Corps

Westport Winery, Aberdeen

Shannon Anderson, Port of Grays Harbor

Jude Armstrong, Grays Harbor Audubon Society

Jennifer Cutillo, Nisqually NWR Complex

Jean Davis, Festival Registrar

Julia Fregonara, GHNWR AmeriCorps

Suzanne Hierholzer, Festival Registrar

Lynn Smith, Grays Harbor Audubon Society

Janet Strong, GHAS President

Jim Ullrich, Community Member

Tracy Wood, City of Hoquiam

Executive Committee Members

Ben Winkleman, Mayor, City of Hoquiam

Arnie Martin, Grays Harbor Audubon Society

Glynnis Nakai, Nisqually NWR Complex

A Special Thank You

To all the speakers, field trip

leaders, and volunteers who

contributed their time and

expertise with us.

Would you like to help plan

the 2021 Grays Harbor

Shorebird and Nature

Festival?

Contact Arnie Martin at

arnold6.martin@comcast.net

www.shorebirdfestival.com

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Working for a Sustainable Balance Between Human

Activity and the Needs of the Environment

Stop by our booth at the Shorebird and Nature Festival

to learn about the many ways YOU can get involved.

Join a field trip, come to a bi-monthly

program, or work on a variety of conservation

and education programs!

Promoting Enjoyment of Birds and the Natural World

www.ghas.org

Friends of Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge Complex

Can Help!

Stop by the Nisqually Nature Shop and see the great selection of field guides,

nature books, kid’s books, and outdoor clothing. The Nisqually Nature Shop is

operated by the Friends of Nisqually NWR Complex.

This non-profit organization supports programs at

Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually and Grays Harbor NWRs

and all proceeds from sales go to Refuge programs.

www.friendsofnisquallynwrc.org

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