"Commune with the Moon"
A Tidal Celebration
AT THE HAMA HAMA OYSTER RAMA Each Spring Hama Hama invites everyone to their beach to learn about oysters, oyster farming, and life in the Hood Canal – aquatic and other. It’s not the largest party in the world, but it might be the biggest sub-tidal one! When the folks at Hama Hama started the Rama in 2012 they put out the call for the community to participate – local artists, food vendors, biologists, oyster farmers, friends and neighbors – all invited to a low tide celebration. “We started the event to get people excited about oyster culture,” said Lissa James Monberg, 4th generation oyster farmer and in charge of Hama Hama’s retail and marketing, “we want people who live in this region to know how to harvest and prepare shellfish, know the history of the industry, and learn about the ecology of the inter-tidal area.” It’s a simple formula. The freshest seafood. Passionate oyster lovers. A fantastic location with ever-changing views. All with the Hama Hama mission to create a good experience.“Plus,” continued Lissa, “we just wanted to have fun on the beach with all our favorite people, and raise money for the local school.”
The Rama highlights include tours with inter-tidal ecologists and oyster growers; u-pick gathering; and an engaging oyster sports competition termed “Shuckathalon.” Add some great local food and beverage; invite some chefs who know how to showcase the local harvest; toss in kids' activities; and don’t go light on the music – you’ve got an inter-tidal party to remember. To top it off, all this family revelry is for a great cause – the Rama benefits a variety of Hood Canal charities.
at the Hama Hama OYSTER RAMA SAT, APRIL 20, 12-6 PM 35846 N US Hwy 101 Lilliwaup, WA Tickets are available online and are needed for everyone 16 and up. They sell out fast, so don’t miss out on this great event! Tickets get you into the event and entered into a raffle drawing. Food and drink are available for purchase using $5 tokens. Buy tokens in advance or at the event. Tickets and schedule updates available:
hamahamaoysters.com
The sun doesn’t have to shine for the Rama to be memorable. Previous years have chanced upon relentless rain or westerly gales that have toppled tents and watered down beer. The 2016 Rama saw sunburns, killer whales and later in the evening, a show of Northern Lights. The 2017 Rama saw rain showers, while last year featured a mix of blazing sun and cool moments – but always food, ambiance and entertainment were just right!
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