WAYS TO SPEND YOUR DAYS Hanging on the Fjord! 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. See page 44.
Pick an afternoon low tide on Hood Canal and take advantage of the winds. The Port of Shelton (Hwy 101) has plenty of open fields.
From a quiet city trail behind Shelton, forest walk at Twanoh State Park Trail (2.3 miles EASY) or Theler Wildlife Refuge (3.5 miles) where boardwalks over wetlands reveal flora and fauna. explorehoodcanal. org
Views of the fjord and the Olympics and a seven minute free fall adrenaline rush from 13,000 feet will change your perspective. You must be 18 years of age to skydive in the US. Tandem flights $185$215. Call Kapowsin Air Sports (360) 432-8000.
Salmon season starts on Hood Canal and South Puget Sound in July and area lakes are stocked with trout and steelhead each Spring. wdfw.wa.gov
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There are plenty of opportunities for open mics, beer choirs and karaoke in the area – check out the schedule pages 7-13.
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Alderbrook Resort (Union) rents everything from waterbikes to classic rowboats. In Brinnon, visit Yelavik Beach, where Kayak Brinnon has 24 kayaks for rent by the hour, day or week, and they'll deliver to your home or rental!
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Summer is packed with fun and unique events – head to Tahuya for their annual Salmon Bake (July 7), where fire fighters serving up salmon, potatoes, coleslaw, cake, and more, or check out the Fair and Parade in Quilcene (September 8).
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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.
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The best time to view waterfalls is in the spring but it’s fun to swim in the pools in warmer weather.
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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: Discover a new Route
Take the boat out and explore the islands and passages like this bridge into Case Inlet. Landlocked? Check out a new road or discover one of the many area lakes and parks!
Grapeview Water Festival
July 28 | Fair Harbor Marina
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