Business Matters | Volume 3, Issue 2 | May 2021

BUSINESS MATTERS

A publication of the

A PLAN & PLACE FOR SHELTON’S HOMELESS ALSO IN THIS ISSUE: THE BOISE DECISION • COUNTY PERMITTING HCC BROADBAND EXPANSION • MEMBER DIRECTORY

VOL. 3 ISSUE 2

TOP CHAMBER INVESTORS PLATINUM LEVEL

GOLD LEVEL Alderbrook Golf & Yacht Club Alta Forest Products ASC Security & Investigation City of Shelton Heritage Bank Island Enterprises, Inc. Lucky Dog Casino Mason Health Mason PUD 3 Our Community Credit Union Shelton Dental Excellence Skookum Creek Tobacco Company

SILVER LEVEL

Setting the Standard in Working Forests

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Alderbrook Resort & Spa Arnold Smith Insurance Bavarian Pro Wash Bradley Air Company Builders FirstSource Consejo Counseling & Referral Service Diamond Touch Landscape Services Edward Jones Investments – Karen Schade, FA EI. Kristyn & Son Construction, Inc. Falcon Financial, Inc. First Billing Services, LLC Flippin Awesome Renovations General Dynamics Electric Boat Gillis Auto Center Great Bend Center for Music iFiber Communications Jalisco Tortillas Keller Williams South Sound – Results Home Team M4 Real Estate Group Maple Glen Senior Living Maples Excavating Mason Transit Authority MultiCare Port Blakely Seattle Shellfish, LLC Shelton Dental Center Shelton School District Shelton-Mason County Journal Sierra Pacific Industries State Farm Insurance - Melanie Bakala Taylor Shellfish Farms The Shopper Tractor Supply Company Washington Corrections Center YSS Dive

CE ’s Heidi McCutcheon, Chamber CEO

As spring edges towards summer, it’s nearly impossible to not feel a sense of optimism. The trees are in glorious bloom, neighbors are sprucing up their yards, and businesses are setting out their patio furniture.

Throughout this issue, I hope you enjoy the features on local services and news. The Chamber is a proud champion of our community and we are all looking forward to the coming season.

As you consider where to go and what to eat this summer, you may want to check out the Chamber’s Facebook Group Eat Local • Mason County (facebook.com/groups/mcfood).

Originally, we set up this group to provide a platform for restaurants to share their delivery and takeout options when the pandemic shut them down for dine-in service. Now, it’s a great source of photos, menus, and people sharing what they like most about the offerings of different restaurants.

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President Melanie Bakala State Farm Insurance Past President Marty Crow Habitat for Humanity of Mason County President Elect Ashley Brady Brady Trucking & Landscape Supply Treasurer Lisa Woodard Columbia Bank

Board of Trustees Dave Aykens ASC Security & Investigations Eileen Bailey El. Kristyn & Son Construction Kelley Crabtree Artegan/Maple Glen Senior Living Tanya Frazier Crossroads Housing & Martha Reed Foundation Stephanie Fyfe Steph’s Espresso Mendy Harlow The Salmon Center Jamie Mell John L Scott & Mell Property Management Ken Oakes South Sound Appliance Michael Peters Little Creek Casino Resort (Ret.) CJ Sáñgh Joe’s Market & Shell Gas Station Kyle Skarra Builders FirstSource

Perspective

Our Mason County Job Seekers group (facebook.com/groups/ masoncountyjobseekers/) now has more than 3,000 members. Businesses, whether or not they are yet Chamber members, may post their job openings—although posts may only be made for hourly or salaried positions. Just today, 12 new job postings were shared on this group. Potential employees can also ask group members about specific careers that they are interested in. Local companies are actively hiring across all industries and the Chamber is committed to supporting workforce development and this is a great resource for job seekers and employers alike.

When browsing either of these groups, we ask that you be kind. Businesses have had an extremely difficult year; these are forums for positive conversation, information sharing, and uplifting support. We always suggest that if you have concerns, you speak directly to management.

Lastly, I’m glad to share that our Hoodsport Visitor Center is open for business! We welcome you to consult our knowledgeable staff and volunteers about summer recreational opportunities. At this time, we are open Thursday through Monday from 9:00a-4:00p. Whether you’re looking for hiking locations, bird watching vistas, or recommendations on where to go for dinner, these folks have great tips and tricks.

Mission driving our work Melanie Bakala, Chamber Board President 2021. Owner, Bakala State Farm Catalyst. Convener. Champion.

This is the mission that drives the work of our Chamber every day.

In April, a smaller than usual group gathered to celebrate businesses, organizations, and volunteers who are doing great things in our community.

It was a great evening and attendees enjoyed the ability to gather for the first time in over a year.

In April, we partnered with the Olympia Master Builders to advocate further and engage in a productive conversation with the leader of Community Development, Planning, and Permitting of Mason County Kell Rowan. Over the last month, we have seen Rowan’s department make strides in identifying and correcting the issues that have been contributing to the delays.

We have joined in Washington Hospitality Association’s call to ask our Governor to release a plan to reopen our State. Our restaurant and hospitality members have been severely impacted by the pandemic, and while many states have announced plans to reopen, Washington’s only plan has to do with moving backward.

Under the leadership of Sierra Pacific’s Lisa Perry, the Chambers’ Government Affairs Committee is now meeting with representatives from Mason County, City of Shelton, and the Port of Shelton several times a year to hear what these groups are working on and have open conversations about moving the community forward.

For over a year, we have been working with the Mason County Commissioners to address long wait times on building permits.

Even though it might not always be visible, your Chamber is consistently advocating for the businesses of Mason County.

Invest in your business. Contact the Chamber at (360) 426-2021 or visit masonchamber.com BUSINESS MATTERS is produced in Mason County by the Shelton-Mason County Journal for the Shelton-Mason County Chamber of Commerce.

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Hood Canal Communications

Expands Broadband Speed and Service Family-owned, independent cable and broadband provider Hood Canal Communications has been awarded a grant from the WA Public Works Board to bring broadband connectivity to the Mason/Thurston County border. The project is estimated to cost more than half a million dollars and 80% is funded through grant dollars. The project will be built using high-speed fiber optic lines, extending fiber to the home.

are complete and following an environmental review and acceptance of permits, HCC can immediately begin construction.

“We’re thrilled to be bringing this level of connectivity to these underserved residents and businesses,” says Vice President & General Manager Mike Oblizalo. “Washington State’s goal is to bring 150 Mbps service to all residences. HCC is surpassing that to bring Gigabit (1,000 Mbps) service to this area for optimal experience and futureproofing.”

The added gigabit connectivity will be powered by HCC’s internet backbone, the is the largest and fastest internet backbone in Mason County. Backbone connections are used to connect a local internet service provider’s network facility to the rest of the world. This backbone connection allows users to access websites and other online resources anywhere. HCC first looked at increasing the speed of its backbone connections over a year ago, with an eye on future growth in its existing customer base and a desire to create the infrastructure needed to support further economic growth in the area.

This project will be built along Strong Road, Vineyard Drive, Osprey Lane, Angel Way, and Sonja Lane. All residences and businesses in the build area will be offered high speed broadband service from 25 MBPS up to 1 Gigabit service, as well as IPTV and telephone service over HCC’s Fiber to the Home network. Project walk out, design, and engineering

HCC’s backbone infrastructure upgrade and Public Works Board grant add to the company’s track record of connecting underserved communities.

HCC recently completed its Connect Cushman grant to build a broadband network, a $2.3 million project mostly funded by the US Department of Agriculture’s Rural Utilities Service Community Connect Grant program.

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“Upgrading our backbone infrastructure was a major step forward for rural broadband and connecting our community with the rest of the world,” Oblizalo said.

“Knowing that those stable, highspeed connections are available has paved the way for opportunities like our current Public Works Board grant.”

The new high-speed internet connections support HCC’s existing 6,300+ broadband subscribers with improved network performance and reliability, while also positioning Mason County as an attractive destination for commercial growth and new business development. The increased connection speed also gives the opportunity to expand its network’s co-hosting facilities, with enough bandwidth to power remote servers for any high-tech companies that might consider establishing a corporate foothold in the area. In today’s world, access to broadband has become critical.

With offices located in Union and Shelton, HCC has been serving Mason County since 1934. For additional information, go to hcc.net or call (360) 898-2481.

WHAT IS THE BOISE DECISION?

On September 4, 2018, the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed that a municipality may not “criminalize conduct that is an unavoidable consequence of being homeless—namely sitting, lying, or sleeping on the streets” when there are more homeless persons than available shelter beds or in the absence of other adequate alternatives.

The decision stemmed from a 2009 lawsuit brought by six homeless residents of Idaho’s capital city. For months, city leaders were unsure whether the ruling would be successfully challenged in court. But in December 2019, the U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear the case and let the appellate court decision stand in the 9th Circuit, which encompasses Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon and Washington.

Simply put, the decision means that if a person is asked to leave public space, he or she has the right to ask where they can go, instead. If there is no other place to lawfully go, and are violating no other law, then there is a right to refuse to move. Because of this, cities across the nation have been grappling with elaborate campsites in full daylight in public places.

Holly Cahoon, a 3rd generation Shelton salon owner in downtown Shelton across from Post Office Park.

“Sometimes it’s not an issue. Other times, they are doing drugs, having sex; plenty of things that I, my staff, and my clients do not wish to see. I have exterior spigots that I used to water our flower planters.

While I don’t mind someone helping themselves to an occasional drink, I was finally forced to install locks after finding the faucets left flowing overnight a few times. I’m still seeing them tampered with and water left running; you can imagine how much that costs me.”

Once upon a time, the police department came and had troublemakers move along upon citizen’s request, but in light of the Boise decision, Police Chief Beason says that SPD’s hands are tied. “If there isn’t a place for them to go, we are legally bound to let them remain.”

In search of solutions, one idea being explored by City of Shelton manager Jeff Niten is a homeless shelter. “There are a few spots that we’ve considered for a permanent shelter for those in need of housing. In the past two years, Crossroads Housing has gone from supporting 50 households to more than 400, but it cannot keep up. Until there is a place for people to ‘move along to,’ we have no ground to stand on. An interim consideration is a

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“Homeless and unemployed people spend the full day in the park right outside our front window,” shares

temporary homeless camp.”

A potential short-term mitigation site is being considered at Railroad Avenue near 12th Street.

“This isn’t a permanent solution, but it at least gives a location for people to go. Building a shelter takes time,” Niten says. Business owner Dean Jewett doesn’t like the idea. “Railroad Avenue close to the domestic violence shelter?! I do not support this idea in any form,” he says. But advocates say it’s a step in the right direction.

For several years, city council and city staff have focused on identifying solutions that the community will support that will also help the greatest number of people. Niten shares, “There is a compassionate component of providing shelter. There is also an accountability component and we currently don’t have an answer to address it.” He pointed out that a short-term mitigation site is one potential solution to the problems that some local businesses and their patrons are experiencing. He emphasized that it is important for all solutions to be explored and fully vetted and invited residents to contact him directly with ideas or concerns. To that end, the Chamber will continue to follow this and other ideas, propose solutions, and support innovative answers.

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Beautification The hopeful, sunny days this spring seem to have many residents looking ahead to the summer season. The Chamber began receiving phone calls and walk-ins in April from folks asking if the oversized flower baskets will be going up again this year. Yes… and very soon!

Call it small town. Call it curbside appeal. Call it classy. The bright blooms that adorn city streets and gateways offer a warm welcome to visitors and enhance the thoroughfares traveled by residents daily. Now a staple of charm and hospitality, the Chamber added the flower baskets to its annual program in 1999.

There is a tremendous cost in materials, maintenance, and manpower to upkeep the summer and winter décor and funding for this program is raised exclusively through our annual campaign. The Chamber relies on the generosity of our community to help us make this point of pride a reality. Donations can be made toward beautification overall or, for $275 each, an individual flower basket can be sponsored by a business or designated in memoriam of a loved one. The amount collected this year will determine how many baskets will be hung the following year.

Please consider making a gift to helps us meet our $20,000 goal!

Already, the Chamber introduced a flower basket sale with our partners at Tozier Brothers Ace Hardware which allowed individuals to purchase smaller versions of the gorgeous baskets to enjoy at their own home or business.

150 sold in just one week to kick start the 2021 fundraising campaign. Watch your mail and social media feeds for ways to contribute to our campaign in the coming weeks.

Gifts of any amount are appreciated! You can support beautification by donating online via PayPal at masonchamber.com/beautification or by sending a check to Shelton-Mason County Chamber Foundation, PO Box 2389, Shelton, WA 98584. Every dollar is tax deductible now

that the Chamber has formed its own 501(c)(3) charitable foundation.

Hanging the flower baskets and trimming the town in Christmas USA is no small task. The Chamber is grateful to community partners— City of Shelton, Green Diamond Resource Company, Hood Canal Communications, Mason PUD 3, and Skookum Rotary—who support these efforts year after year. Our appreciation extends to each business, service organization, and individual who provides financial support for this program. To learn more about the Chamber’s Foundation and beautification program, visit masonchamber.com or call (360) 426-2021.

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Chamber Convenes In November of last year, the Chamber began exploring opportunities to convene a childcare task force, recognizing that childcare has long been an issue for many working families that is further strained under the ongoing pandemic restrictions.

Childcare Task Force

The first meeting was held in mid-December between the leadership teams from Mason, Thurston, Grays Harbor and Lewis Counties. The leadership teams are countywide and are comprised of Chamber CEOs and representatives from the Child Care Action Council and South Sound YMCA. At that meeting, potential committee members were identified with an intentional focus on collaborating employers, non-profit and community organizations, childcare providers, and parents. The task force continues to meet regularly and plans to make its final recommendations at the end of June.

In a recent survey of working parents, 91% of participants answered that their children receive childcare, or they are actively seeking childcare. The needs assessment identified issues ranging from affordability and lack of openings to health concerns and location/transportation challenges.

Recommendations from the regional task force will likely approach strategies to improve access and funding, support childcare businesses, possible employer actions, and state support. It is the anticipated that the findings will help form the state’s priorities in addressing childcare inadequacies and implementing actionable solutions. The Chamber will continue to post information to masonchamber.com as it becomes available.

Task Force Objectives Assess needs and gaps and plan for and support recovery, growth, and success of childcare providers in our region – learn from presentations on childcare needs from existing data and surveys of parents and employers.

Develop near- and medium-term action plans for more accessible and affordable childcare in our counties, including support existing providers to recover from COVID challenges, specifically to understand and address specific local access barriers and capacity gaps and to build ongoing partnerships and link systems to address local pre-k and school aged care issues.

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Chamber, Master Builders Push Permitting Concerns In the midst of 2020’s pandemic restrictions, we saw many employees working remotely, doing their best to keep up with the workload as their environment and tools changed (and changed often). This, of course, caused delays, backlogs, and a fractured process for many organizations. Quite possibly, Mason County’s permitting department displayed the worst of these.

The Chamber reached out to Mason County Commissioners at the beginning of 2020 to find a solution, as the inefficiencies in the building department are known and ongoing issue. The response was a reorganization of the department putting Kell Rowan at the head of Community Development, Planning, and Permitting—a great first step.

However, amidst the perfect storm of the already existing delays, compounded by the challenges presented by the pandemic, in addition to increased— sometimes nearly doubled—building permit submissions, county staff lagged.

At times, it was months before applicants would receive an email invitation. This email was only an appointment time to submit the building permit, which would start the clock ticking for permit approval, often lingering two or three more months.

On April 1, the Chamber and Mason County Master Builders hosted a virtual meeting to reiterate concerns and push for a resolution. While acknowledging the strides that county staff has made so far, the messaged remained clear: fix the broken submission system. Since that meeting, several issues have been addressed and some solutions have been found.

select open appointment dates online.

The hope is to have that process fully implemented this month.

been filled. Permitting staff is currently working with IT and the software company to address these issues.

The first solution was to move forward with scheduling appointments for building permit submittals. After the April meeting, staff’s priority was to get everyone who requested an appointment on the schedule.

Rowan reports that this has been accomplished. Since then, scheduling appointments for submittals has assigned to clerical staff, not a permit tech. This simple change has expedited scheduling and freed up technical staff’s time to focus on reviews, meetings, and inspections.

A second change is how inspections are coordinated. Although the mechanism to schedule online has been implemented, it is currently undergoing analysis. A few problems have been identified. First, the system does not automatically select email confirmations and notifications, making an onerous process for applicants.

Another issue is that while the system allows online scheduling, it does not consider staff’s availability. An issue arose as one could select a date for an inspection that inspectors were not in the specified area.

Rowan reports that in May, a team participated in the Lean process with the Washington State Auditor’s Office.

While this creates temporary local delays, utilizing this process to identify and address pressure points and create a smoother process and path forward.

County staff is averaging 8-9 requests per day, an increased workload from prior months. However, those requests are now being met with a scheduled appointment within days. In addition to this, permitting staff worked with the county’s IT Department and are currently testing scheduling software, which should allow people to self-

Lastly, the online schedule is not completely current. Clerical staff receives an email from the online submission and then must input it into the live calendar. This creates a situation when staff may receive the email the following business day after inspections were scheduled over the phone and the previously “open” time has already

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The Chamber is appreciative of the partnership with Master Builders in advocating for the builders, developers, and residents who are investing in growing our community.

We also thank Rowan and her team for prioritizing a solution—and the County Commissioners for supplying the resources to carry it out. Over the past month, there has been marked commitment to identify, address, and correct the problems and issues. The Chamber will continue to monitor progress, engage with stakeholders, and update our members as the process continues in the upcoming months.

Successes of

2020

Introduction by Chamber CEO Heidi McCutcheon

Thank you, Shelton!

The Civic Center has a planned reopening date of Tuesday, June 1.* Whether you’re planning to be the first inside the Civic Center doors or not, we’re here to serve you.

Our website, sheltonwa.gov, has the latest updates on reopening, and info about the many City services accessible online.

*Date subject to change based on Washington state proclamations, orders, guidance, etc.

Shelton Civic Center 525 West Cota Street Shelton, WA 98584 Phone: (360) 426-4491

Last year was a tough year. I mean, it was TOUGH tough. That said, there were several areas where I believe that the Chamber overcame and succeeded although it was a difficult hand that we were dealt. Here are the top five successes that the Chamber Team accomplished.

Providing Critical Content

When the world stopped turning and we were all sent home, Chamber staff immediately dove into regulations, restrictions, and requirements that were changing on a daily (if not hourly) basis. Staff became quasi-experts of the newly implemented protocols and relief packages. Additionally, a Back to Business Toolkit was developed to ensure required documentation was easily accessible to our businesses.

Creating Partnerships

The Chamber reached out directly and immediately to our partners—including the North Mason Chamber, EDC, WA Department of Commerce, US Chamber, and others—to bring insight and experts to define the rapidly changing landscape. Hosting weekly webinars for the first six weeks of the shutdown, the Chamber provided crucial information covering Unemployment Insurance, CARES Funding, and more. The Chamber continued holding programs throughout the year and currently holds a monthly virtual meeting on topics of interest to local entrepreneurs.

Promotion on Social Platforms

-Mother Teresa

Immediately recognizing the hardships that the hospitality industry was undergoing, Chamber staff created a Facebook Group to focus on restaurant offerings. Within two weeks, nearly 2,000 followers had joined Eat Local • Mason County, actively posting photos, menus, and giving rave reviews while sharing favorite eats to support local restaurants.

Additionally, the Chamber administers the Mason County Job Seekers group with more than 3,000 people actively sharing job information, open positions, and training opportunities.

Communications & Outreach

The Chamber acknowledged that conditions were changing rapidly and pivoted. Instead of Business Matters being printed quarterly we increased to monthly issues during the summer. We also reformatted the electronic newsletter from a weekly update filled with events and news, to a monthly edition focused on advocacy, recent changes, and information our members need to know.

Galvanizing People

Realizing that people desperately needed to be able to look ahead and hold onto the positive, the Chamber partnered to present Spooktacular outdoors, published a safe activities holiday map, and provided a sneak peek of the YMCA. We revived the Christmas lights competition, housed a gingerbread contest, campaigned folks to Shop Local, and connected landowners and volunteers to harvest trees for the Christmastown maze. We championed extending the décor season to “Keep Spirits Bright” a little longer.

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McCutcheon Leads, Transforms For a decade now, Heidi McCutcheon has faithfully served the Chamber and the larger community. The board recently celebrated her work anniversary and gratefully acknowledged the achievements secured under her strong leadership.

McCutcheon was born and raised in Shelton. She is a proud Shelton High School graduate and attended the University of Washington before transferring to Concordia University where she earned a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a focus on Marketing & Economics.

She put that degree to good work in the real estate industry, working for a title & escrow company in Thurston County before attaining a real estate license in 2006.

Three years later, she and her husband Brad moved back to Shelton and she began working for the Shelton-Mason County Chamber part time in addition to being full time Realtor. In 2010, McCutcheon was promoted to head the Chamber. In addition to those responsibilities, she has volunteered on numerous community boards—Mason General Hospital Foundation, Union Tourism Association, Olympic Peninsula Culinary Loop, Shelton School District’s Career

Chamber McCutcheon poses with a gift from the Chamber Board, recognizing her decade of service, at this year’s Gala.

and Technical Education Advisory Committee, United Way of Mason County, Childcare Task Force, Workforce Housing Task Force, and Skookum Rotary’s OysterFest, to name a few.

McCutcheon has been recognized for her strong sense of community pride and excellence in building partnerships to advance the local area.

Leadership is the capacity to translate vision into reality.

—Warren Bennis

“She always keeps the Chamber and the community in focus, working tirelessly behind the scenes to accomplish more together. She bravely confronts the issues that matter and is known for her no-nonsense attitude and incredible work ethic,” Board President Melanie Bakala stated at the Awards Gala.

McCutcheon has received many well-deserved accolades along the way. She was honored as “40 under Forty” by South Sound Business Examiner in 2017 and has been tapped to serve on the boards of both Washington Chamber of Commerce Executives and Western Association of Chamber Executives.

Although there are too many to list, a few of the most notable successes over the past decade

include: moving to a tiered dues structure; spearheading the Shelton Downtown Visioning Plan; expanding the Chamber’s newsletter to Business Matters, implementing an annual member survey; ongoing workforce development efforts; expanding tourism services; rebranding and launching a new website; and developing a Public Policy Handbook.

The Chamber has grown to nearly 400 members, representing 6,000+ employees. That, in itself, is a testament to McCutcheon’s leadership and the strong reputation the Chamber has earned during her tenure. She has transformed the Chamber to one that is truly a Catalyst for business growth, a Convener of leaders and influencers, and a Champion of the community.

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Enjoy World-Class Golfing and Spectacular Scenery If you are looking for a challenging course or you are a recreational golfer looking for an affordable game and a beautiful stroll, check out one our member destination golf courses.

Alderbrook Golf Course in Union is consistently rated as one of the top 25 courses in the Northwest for its spectacular scenery and playability. The well-maintained par 72 course follows the natural contour of land. Reservations can be made 7 days in advance for individual groups, or up to a year in advance for tournament groups. alderbrookgolf.com or (360) 898-2560 Lake Limerick Golf Course is a quiet and picturesque course, surrounded by fir trees. Gentle hills and some sand make for a challenging and fun round of golf on this 5,864-yard, easy to walk course. The facilities include a restaurant, clubhouse, and pro shop. lakelimerick.com or (360) 426-6290

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Lake Cushman Golf Course is nestled in the forest of the Olympic Mountains above Hoodsport. This public 9-hole course with dual tees plays a challenging 18 holes with a wide-open driving range, putting green, and practice bunker. The course is a nice walk or you can rent a cart on a first come, first serve basis. lakecushmangolfcourse.com or (360) 877-5505 Salish Cliffs is a world-class, salmon-safe 18-hole championship golf course, where the par 72 layout offers world-class golf and stunning Pacific Northwest views adjacent to Little Creek Casino Resort.

Rates include the greens fee, golf cart, range balls, and tax. The clubhouse’s Salish Cliffs Grille offers great food at reasonable prices. salish-cliffs.com or (360) 462-3673

Chamber Members Hone Skills, Network on the Greens

Summer in Mason County boasts beautiful scenery and an abundance of recreational opportunities. On Monday nights throughout the summer, the Chamber offers an opportunity to take advantage of both while hitting the links and connecting with fellow business leaders and friends.

Summer Golf Socials will run June through September. On Mondays, Chamber members and their guests receive a 25% discount at Alderbrook and Lake Limerick, on greens fees and cart rentals. Due to popularity, players need to book a tee time directly with each course.

On Friday, August 20, the Chamber’s Annual Golf Tournament will also be held at Alderbrook Golf Course. Mason County residents are invited to participate in the scramble tournament – for community members (anyone can participate), this is a great way to support the Chamber and

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its continued mission to maintain a vibrant business community, promote tourism, and maintain a healthy economy. The funds raised at this event underwrite the costs associated with various partnerships and educational opportunities.

For Chamber members, there are a variety of ways to participate. You can sponsor a team of potential clients, valued customers, or standout employees and take the day to build stronger professional relationships through a little friendly competition on the fairway. You can also register as a sponsor for maximum promotion.

More information is available at masonchamber.com/golf.

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Families of the Forest Will Revel All Summer Long Mason County Forest Festival is a local tradition, held the weekend after Memorial Day for kicking off the summer season. This showcase of our area’s timber heritage and forest traditions draws countless locals and visitors annually. Last year, the entire lineup of events was cancelled due to COVID. Organizers will present Timber Days this year—a summer long series to safely extend some family-friendly fun.

The royalty coronation took place in March and named the 2021 Court: Queen of the Forest Izzabella Hiatt-Jackson, Paul Bunyan Michael Gilman, Princess of Cedar Wesley Harmon, Princess of Hemlock Sierra Sevrance, and Timber the Axe Man Emmett Byrz-Gornia. These student representatives earned scholarships along with their titles. Too, the button competition is complete! This year’s design “Families of the Forest,” was created by Mason County 9th grader Wyatt Wagner. This commemorative flair is available for purchase at area businesses and at the Chamber office. All proceeds support the event’s nonprofit association.

Throughout the summer, enjoy live music, food, crafts, and games from 6:00-9:00p followed by the screening of a classic movie. Save the dates: June 4 & 5, July 30 & 31, and August 20 & 21.

The typical Goldsborough Creek Run/Walk/Jog has been replaced this year by Run the Ridge at Ridge Motorsports Park. The event, sponsored by the MGHF Centennial Guild, will be held on June 5. All age groups and abilities are invited to participate in either a 5K, 10K, or quarter mile “Junior Jog” for children ages 3 to 8.

This Shelton Car Showoff will carry on… virtually. Although cars will not be lined down main street this year, the Shelton High School NJROTC Boosters created a way for motor enthusiasts to still feature their classic and show cars. Participate by viewing and voting for your favorite entries online through June 4!

The festivities will continue with Christmas in July on the final weekend of July.

Among other things, a Queen’s Tea will take place in the garden at the Colonial House for little princesses. Then, August will provide more activities, designed to highlight fire safety. Timber Days will culminate with the Firefighters Pancake Breakfast with Central Mason Fire & EMS, the Family & Pet and Paul Bunyan Grand Parades, Kristmas Town Kiwanis Duck Race, and Fireworks Display.

Additional details will be released along the way and there are lots of opportunities to participate, sponsor, and volunteer. You can find more information online at masoncountyforestfestival.com and follow Forest Festival on Facebook.

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erent Dynamic, Different Learning Option Cedar High School opened in the fall of 2020. A sibling to Shelton and Choice High Schools, Cedar is a separate and dynamic new option for students in the Shelton School District who value and thrive in a hands-on, collaborative learning environment.

Cedar will appeal to individuals who want a smaller, personalized approach that is centered on students. “We don’t use textbooks,” says the school’s principal, Amber Hosford. “The curriculum is learning based and has a unique approach. We grade the students on several different basis: knowledge & thinking, collaboration, agency, and oral & written communication skills. The students must show up to do well in this format because of the type of learning we utilize.”

In partnership with the New Tech Network, Cedar High School staff will offer classes team-taught in an interdisciplinary mode. This format allows students to see the connections between subjects and enables them to view the world in a more holistic manner. For instance, a student might take math and also receive an art credit if the curriculum introduces patterns and geometry such as mandalas. It’s a more immersive experience than a traditional math course.

One perk for students attending Cedar is that their programs are held in cooperation with Olympic College. Beginning next school year, all of the classes will be held on the Olympic College Shelton campus, where students can earn stackable certificates and even college credit. This means that students can be on the campus and earning college credit while working toward their high

school diploma while taking an array of different courses.

One of the major misconceptions about the school is that it is simply a renamed Choice High School. Although it was initially held in the same building as Choice, Cedar is a separate educational organization. “Cedar High school is its own entity,” says Hosford. “We recognized the need for a different instructional model. This is a niche to serve students to learn in a more applied environment.

This is the kind of school I want my child to go to.”

Enrollment is open now and more information can be found at cedar. sheltonschools.org, but Principal Hosford also welcomes those interested to contact her directly via email at ahosford@sheltonschools.org.

Shelton Youth Connection

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FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED IN SHELTON FOR 38 YEARS

In 2018, the Shelton Family Center (SFC) was formed to provide connection for youth aged 12-24 needing a safe place to hang out. They began with an after-school program called “The Connection Point” at three local schools. Through this, SFC recognized there were youth yearning for connections to services to meet needs such as homelessness, hunger, family troubles, and domestic violence, to name just a few.

The necessity of having a drop-in center became essential in helping these young people. In September 2019 SFC opened the Shelton Youth Connection (SYC), a drop-in center located at 123 S 2nd St in downtown Shelton, and began doing business under that name. SYC believed in the necessity of creating a safe place for youth to hang out, connect with each other and access support services. Director Susan Kirchoff observed “Young people can be wary of the support systems primarily designed for adults, as well as lack of consistent follow through. Building relationships is the first step to helping our youth feel hopeful.” The first week of May 2021, SFC celebrated opening their doors to the Belfair Youth Connection, located at 23299 NE State Route 3, effectively doubling their reach within Mason County.

Both locations offer a variety support for local youth including daily lunches, access to computers and Wi-Fi, engaging in table talk, playing games, or just hanging out. They offer a large clothing and hygiene closet, as well as employment support, educational support, tutoring, and connections to support services which go a long way toward easing their burden. “Our focus is to meet youth and young adults where they are in the moment, help them to navigate life’s challenges and support their best possible outcome” stated Kirchoff. “Most of our young people lack the typical family networks that help guide them. We strive to become this network for the youth who come to our centers, hoping to encourage and assist their journey to becoming successful, self-sustaining members of the community.”

A major barrier for many young adults is securing adequate housing. To that end, SYC requested support from Washington State Legislature to renovate their Shelton location, creating transitional housing for young adults who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. Representatives Drew MacEwen and Dan Griffey championed that effort and ultimately SYC received an allocation to fund their request. Residents of the transitional housing will receive intensive case management and supports providing access to job skills training, education and other needs to prevent long term homelessness.

Donations are accepted at both locations from 12:00-4:30p on Wednesdays. You can find a list of the youth wants and needs which include clothing, snacks and lunch foods, entertainment and sports articles, maintenance items, and emergency and sanitary supplies; or you may make a financial contribution directly.

For more information, visit sheltonyouthconnection.org or call (360) 462-0125.

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amping Up Recommendations for Summer Season

Earlier this month, the Chamber convened a conversation on tourism, inviting experts in tourism to discuss “All Things Wild Side.” The program spotlighted all the incredible recreational opportunities, scenic views, countless activities, and history in Mason County.

How many times have you someone complain there is ‘nothing to do’ here? In fact, there are incredible options to enjoy. Perhaps it is simply a matter of being too close to the forest to see the trees—no pun intended!

Each year nearly 3 million visitors travel to Hood Canal. Many take to the great outdoors to hike, bird, or golf; while others embark on water adventures by boat, kayak, and Stand-Up Paddleboard; some adventures try skydiving, racing, or rail-riding; and still more bask in the luxury of culinary delights, winery

and distillery tours, and shopping and pampering along gorgeous vistas. Looking for inspiration? Check out explorehoodcanal.com for blogs, localized itineraries, and details on area lodging, dining, and activities.

If you have friends or family visiting the area, stop in to one of the visitor information centers. The Caboose in Shelton offers a nod to the area’s roots and is augmented by the Chamber office located nearby.

The Hoodsport Visitor Center also sells maps & passes to access stunning National Park, Forest Service, and State Park lands and houses a Wilderness Office during the summer months. The Chamber’s staff and volunteers keeps all three locations stocked with brochures, maps, guides, fact sheets, and area resources. And, of course, you can always pop-in or call for personalized recommendations. Call ahead or check online for current hours.

NOTICES Olympic National Forest has implemented a revised forest order that adds an alcohol ban to the existing prohibitions on camping, fires, and overnight parking along the Lake Cushman Corridor (FS-24). By recreating responsibly and abiding by the new ban, visitors can create a safe, fun environment for themselves and other users. It is likely this season will again see heavy use and traffic throughout the corridor. If there are no parking options available, be prepared to visit another area. Learn more at go.usa.gov/xHF5T. Skokomish Park is the only public waterfront access on popular Lake Cushman.

While the park was closed during the pandemic, they completed numerous improvements to the 500-acre property. May 19 the site reopened to guests; a day-use permit or reservations are required to enjoy the shoreline, boat launch, campsites, picnic shelters, and trails.

Waterfront at Potlatch motel and cabins, a prime property along the Hood Canal called, has not yet reopened. The boat launch, also known as Saltwater Park, is currently closed although plans are to resume access sometime in June. Until then, Skokomish Tribe has promised to open the boat launch on shrimping days only. Visit skokomishtourism.com for more information.

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The Scoop on Wild Side Concierge for mason county by, Rachel Hansen, Mason County Tourism Coordinator A few years back we took the kids around Europe.

Inspired by blogs and wanderlust, we purchased packing cubes and laptops for online schooling, and caught a flight for Paris. Slightly guilty, I was determined to make it educational and visit the important sites along the way. And we did. With their tiny little legs, we covered every postcard highlight. Hopping trains, planes and automobiles, we had a wonderful time. However, ten years later as the views of the Roman Forum fade in my mind, insignificant yet equally precious moments are as clear as yesterday. The VRBO owner in Paris who brought us fresh croissants and told the kids where to find the best crepe vendor.

The crepes were delicious but the young man’s joyful conversation is what makes the taste of the Nutella still spark memories for me. Watching the kids dash into the November chill of the Mediterranean was fun albeit chilly, but the delight of the women who flocked around me and chattered in crisp schoolbook English about their own grown children is what my cluttered brain can bring back with perfect clarity.

And the gelato. Can’t forget the gelato. I can still taste stracciatella —a light vanilla ice cream packed with slivers of chocolate. Nearly every block in Rome has a gelato stand.

This is the basis of the Wild Side Concierge Project.

Even the ice cream part. Did you hear the Union Square Deli got serious about serving up Olympic Mountain Ice Cream earlier this year? Worth checking out.

Instead of simply inviting the world to see the natural wonders; long after that photos are buried in the drawer, the concierge project strives to help them savor experiences and yearn to return. Paint the majesty of the view from the summit at Mount Ellinor with the intoxicating scents of the Hardware Distillery’s mash as owner and master distiller, Chuck, walk you through the subtlety of each flavor. Pair a snowy off-road adventure to the thundering Hamma Hamma Falls with two dozen of Hood Canal’s freshest in your hand-hewn physically-but-so-far-from-socially-distant personal dining A-frame overlooking an open fire and the ever-changing views of the fjord at the Hama Hama Saloon. And, don’t forget to make reservations.

The list is endless. Mason County has countless trails, waterways, and – experiences – that far rival a trip to the ancient monuments of Europe. And I’m not trying to be flippant. When you are back in your home life routine, what stands out most on your vacation? I can guarantee watching your children or grandkids as they gleefully pull manillas from the mud and squeal at 48-legged sea nymph sand worms coiling around their fingers will be as exciting as that Disney ride.

Climbing the beach stairs to a rental cabin with neverending views of Canal and forest to cook your fresh catch with a lathering of garlic and butter will outlast

the memory of dinner in the finest restaurant.

The Concierge Project includes a carefully curated reference manual that lodging operators, restaurant staff, shop owners, real estate agents –– our community advocates or “Wild Side Guides” –– can find answers quickly. Where can I get a vegan meal in Shelton? What is a good nearby hike with children?

What is the nearest lodging overlooking the water?

Are dogs welcome? Enter: the Wild Side Concierge Book. The sections are organized for efficient access to static information including history, geography, area highlights, and maps. Delve further for non-static information: harvest maps, hours, and other seasonal information. These pages can be downloaded via QR codes and shared with guests and visitors by smartphone and efficiently replaced with new printouts when the information is updated. The Mason County Tourism website, explorehoodcanal.com, is will soon also include a login area for local Wild Side Guides.

The next step will be to identify up to 50 marked Wild Side Guide locations throughout the county, ultimately evolving in the form of a brick and mortar Wild Side Welcome Center.

In the current COVID-conscience climate timely information and careful planning is important.

Many tourism operators have come to realize that things are not the same and may never be so again. Nor should they be. With a total upheaval in all that we have known to be normal, now is the time to integrate best practices and market the unique assets of Mason County to an informed public that will appreciate and respect the experience. The Wild Side Guides will help local business operate safely, efficiently and be assured that visitors through their doors are aware and open to what to expect. Visitors will be able to make the most of their vacation days enjoying the things they love and not spending precious time hoping to chance upon them.

Chances are our local inlets, trails, monumental peaks, and waterfalls are going to be stuffed with visitors again come summer as international travel will be off for a while yet. Rather than brace for the invasion, let’s embrace the new normal and arm our businesses with information and resources so that the experiences that are shared on social media are stories of joy, enlightenment and ultimately memories to last us far past the residue of this pandemic. By the way, Olympic Mountain Ice Cream makes gelato too.

If your business is interested in learning more about being a Wild Side Guide, please feel free to contact Mason County tourism at info@explorehoodcanal.com or toll free at (866) 922-7469. We look forward to sharing this exciting collaboration in the coming months.

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SHELTON YACHT CLUB hosted Hammer the Inlet, a popular paddling May 8. Paddlers signed up to compete or learn skills at a clinic. Ten p Restoration Fund.

Cheers to Amy Cooper at COOPER STUDIOS for earning her Fellow of Photography degree this year.

LITTLE CREEK CASINO RESORT’S catering manager Rickie Ramage earned a Community Leadership Award. The program recognizes outstanding initiative, inspiration, and impact through community support and involvement.

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This year’s DIRTFISH OLYMPUS RALLY, a 40-year-old motorsports race tradition in Shelton, took place April 24 & 25 without spectators on treacherous Mason County forest land. Subaru Motorsports Drivers Travis Pastrana and Rhianon Gelsomino took first.

Jalisco Tortillas launched MAGGIE’S MARKET at its Shelton location to offer fresh produce, authentic crema, chicharrons, salsas, guac, produce, jams, Mexican vanilla, local wines, beers, and handmade home goods.

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g and rowing race for all skill levels, on Hammersley Inlet percent of proceeds were donated to the South Puget Salmon The TAYLOR SHELLFISH FARMS family lost a family matriarch with the passing of Carol Taylor in March. For 92 years, she graced the South Sound community and made fond memories with those closest to her.

CAPITOL LAND TRUST conserved an additional 82 acres of Blooms Preserve to benefit Coho salmon, steelhead, Olympic mudminnow, Oregon spotted frog, and myriad of bird species. Its April breakfast fundraiser virtually toured 21 conserved lands and raised $135,000.

MASON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY is thankful for supporters who helped raise $20,000 and exceed its annual goal, YSS DIVE launched a safe, fun, and fast boat named Saltwater enabling the organization Therapy modified for their exclusive scuba charters and tours in to manage collections Hoodsport. The gang also hosted Scuba Golf on May 1, a driving honoring Shelton’s early range game with an underwater search and recovery component. days.

N PUD 3 earned the highest form of international tion in governmental accounting and financial reporting 6th consecutive year for its Comprehensive 2019 Annual al Report.

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On the

Move Colton McKay started a new career at 2nd Street Design Studio. A licensed barber, Colton specializes in fades, straight razor work, and is proud of “getting it right.”

Olympic College selected Traci McDermott to fill the Strategic Initiatives and Liaison position vacated upon the retirement of Dianna Larsen.

Richard Beckman Realty Group LLC welcomed two new brokers to the regional team – David Elliott and Miranda Elliott.

Garage Sale Maniacs owners Ray & Kerri Frederick sold their downtown antiques and estate business and transitioned to retirement on March 27.

Keary Shupert recently returned to Crossroads Housing as a Case Manager to fight homelessness.

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Darren Eisele returns to Hood Canal Communications to assume a Marketing, Public Relations, and Customer Experience role.

Wyeth Jessee will fill the role of Shelton School District superintendent. He brings 20 years education experience, most recently as the Chief of Schools and Continuous Improvement for Seattle Public Schools.

Melissa Roberts became a Stewardship Coordinator at Capitol Land Trust bringing years of fieldwork, volunteer coordination, and a passion for environmental restoration.

Retired Shelton Police Chief Darrin Moody was tapped to replace Scott Hilburn, upon his retirement, as Commissioner for Mason General Hospital Board of Trustees.

Community Foundation of South Puget Sound has hired Daisha Versaw, a 13-year nonprofit leader, as its Director of Community Programs.

Peninsula Credit Union has filled key positions, welcoming Lisa Nissinen-Harlow as SVP of Human Resources & Marketing and Billy Thomas as Marketing Director.

Thomas was also recently appointed to Mason General Hospital Foundation’s board.

Alderbrook Resort and Spa has promoted a few deserving staff members to new roles. Sarah Alter is now Resort Chef while Dallas Miller and Lindsey Stillian will serve as Sous Chefs.

Welcome New Members BERNER LAW OFFICE provides legal advice and representation to individuals and businesses in litigation and transactional matters. Attorney Daniel Berner is a Mason County native who focuses his practice in the areas of real estate, land use, environmental, construction, and business law. He has extensive experience representing developers, owners, contractors, subcontractors, design professionals, and community associations. Honored as one of the South Sound Business Journal’s “40 under Forty,” he’s among the few top-rated attorneys in the nation recognized by peers as a 2021 Rising Star.

Daniel has achieved successful results for clients in jury and bench trials, arbitration, mediation, motion practice, and negotiations.

COMCAST BUSINESS deploys internet, phone, and cable television to help businesses of all sizes stay connected. Customers are equipped with 24/7 customer support, Internet speeds up to 1 Gig with no data caps, and a money-back guarantee. Various product bundling options are available, including cybersecurity protection and cloud storage solutions, offering ways to “get more done” with the mobility and reliability of a nationwide cable network. Comcast is committed to giving back to the communities our customers, employees, and viewers call home.

Locally they support nonprofit partnerships and innovative programs by investing in lasting change, fostering diversity and inclusion, and keeping communities connected.

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EASY AS PIE DESIGN makes website design and development, well, easy as pie. Owner Danielle LaFleur focuses on creating a modern, useful, and results-driven web presence. She works with her team to offer beautiful templates as well as simple pricing and solutions. Leave the techy stuff to the expertise of a firm dedicated to delivering a great user experience using advanced technology to increase leads, grow your business, and take you to the next level.

KHS GENERAL CONTRACTORS, LLC can help with a variety of projects: new homes, flips, commercial and single-family remodels. The company is owned by Henry Kostelecky, a licensed and bonded general contractor with over 40 years’ experience in the construction business, and his wife Frances. Their business expanded into Mason County in 2019 when the couple moved to Lake Cushman. Contact KHS General Contractors, LLC for decks, bathroom, kitchen remodels, adding rooms, and everything in between. The company vows “Henry will return your call, show up when he says he will and complete the job per contract and within budget. He will be there for you before, during and after the job is completed.”

FAT CAT COFFEE & ZAZZYKAT SOAP COMPANY FAT CAT COFFEE is owned by entrepreneur and coffee aficionado Feather Meredith. She recently moved to a quaint location on the corner of Railroad Avenue & 4th Street. The menu features grinds by Thomas Hammer Coffee Roasters and includes hot & cold beverage options, including teas, energy drinks, smoothies, and Italian sodas.

The retail space highlights local soaps, quirky gifts, and delightful treats.

ZAZZYKAT SOAP COMPANY occupies a small retail space inside Fat Cat Coffee in Shelton that specializes in soaps, bath bombs, and lotions.

Owner Kayla Hoggard is very intentional about the ingredients she sources and is proud to offer products free from sulfates and parabens.

Intent on helping people pamper their skin, Zazzykat sells themed bath and body items in almost any scent you can imagine.

PIONEER SCHOOL DISTRICT is focuses on a mission to educate each student to the highest levels of academic achievement and prepare students to succeed in life. The district serves 700 students in grades K-8 in two buildings— an elementary school and a middle school.

Upon completing eighth grade, most Pioneer students enroll in Shelton High School. All in all, Pioneer School District strives to grow confident kids, empower staff, and love the community.

MAGGIE’S MARKET INSIDE JALISCO TORITILLAS A new President’s Circle Silver Level Member, JALISCO TORTILLAS has operated as a familyowned manufacturer since 1997. The company is well-known for fresh non-GMO corn tortillas and chips, all-natural salsas, and flour tortillas. Jalisco distributes to restaurants and retailers across the Pacific Northwest. Recently, the company launched Maggie’s Specialty Market at its Shelton location as a tribute to co-founder Maggie Velasco-Lucero. The market offers authentic crema, chicharrons, house-made guac, fresh produce, local preserves and wines, as well as hand-crafted home items.

CRAZY LOVE MINISTRIES has provided street outreach since 2017, taking food and resources directly to Shelton’s homeless community. At the onset of the pandemic, their passionate team of volunteers opened a warming center downtown to serve the homeless as well as lowincome families. The center provides daily meals, distributes necessary supplies, and offers access to laundry, courtesy computer and phone, church services, and support groups; they also host a sleeping bag exchange. Crazy Love Ministries intends to expand the center with shower facilities and to provide more immediate housing support. Call or email to learn more about their activities and how to get involved with this charitable nonprofit.

Owner Tonia Sorrell-Neal is expanding EASTSIDE SPECIALTY CAKES to offer all-ages decorating classes and a rental space that’s perfect birthdays, bridal or baby showers, or other special occasion.

The business will continue to offer locally sourced products for its delicious custom cakes and pastries as well as wedding consultant services.

Offering flat rate prices and a professional touch, Tonia and her team are focused on making your

LARSON RESIDENTIAL LLC is owned and operated by Erik Larson. Larson is a lifetime Mason County resident who has worked in the construction field for more than twenty years.

He is licensed, bonded, and insured as a General Contractor. While Larson has a wide range of skills and experience, he specializes in concrete foundations & flatwork, framing, siding, decks, finish carpentry, and tile & stone. Call today to discuss your home improvement needs for new construction, an addition, or remodeling.

NEWMAN FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC is owned and operated by Drs. Mitch & Sarah Newman. They are passionate about helping people restore and maintain their health through natural chiropractic health care. Dr. Sarah is certified by the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association in pediatric and prenatal care as well as being certified in the Webster technique for expectant mothers. The practice serves patients of all ages and utilizes a variety of techniques—diversified (manual), drop table, activator/impulse, Pettibon, SOT and Gonstead—to correct misalignments and ease pain. They also offer therapy and rehabilitation exercises. X-ray services are available on site and 24-hour emergency care available.

NORTHWEST EXPRESSIONS roots as a small-batch candy, gourmet cookies and confections business run deep beginning with Grandma Carrie’s original 1950’s recipe for Soft Peanut Butter Brittle. Since then, operations transitioned from a home-based operation in Everett to a facility on Harstine Island in Shelton. There, Northwest Expressions expanded to a line of savory specialties such as chocolates, shortbreads, popcorn, and toffee. All products are prepared with natural ingredients by certified Chocolatiers and bakery chefs.

PREMIUM NUTRITION is a health store dedicated to promoting fitness, strength, and stamina for men and women to achieve optimum energy. Conveniently located inside Shelton Athletic Club, owner Karen Gomez stocks high-quality, pre-workout vitamins, supplements, weight loss, and workout products to suit any body type. Open daily; stop by for a fresh fruit smoothie and a conversation about how to improve your physical wellbeing.

SENTRY MINI STORAGE is Mason County’s #1 storage company with a long family history in the Mason County business community.

For over 20 years, Sentry has served Shelton

and its surrounding areas. All facilities are locally managed to ensure customers receive professional service and choose the best option among seven secure locations. Call today to inquire about heated as well as moving supplies and packing tips.

SPENCER LAKE RV PARK is an extended stay campground which rents by the week. There are 34 full or partial hookup campsites that can accommodate large vehicles, including slide out RVs. The park is pet-friendly and provides many amenities: free Wi-Fi, a dump station, showers, laundry facilities, restrooms, and picnic tables. A full-service bar and grill are conveniently located just across the street along with private waterside fire pits and grills. Visitors can also enjoy canoeing, kayaking, fishing, and hiking.

SOME R 4 U is owned by Debbie Sommer, a longtime garage salegoer and antique enthusiast. In 2014 Debbie relocated to Shelton after years as a successful retailer in the Tacoma area. She quickly outgrew her modest shop on Fourth Street which prompted a move to main street. Debbie continues to lovingly renovate that space and plans are underway to expand the brick-andmortar retail as well as to offer online sales for in-store pickup, delivery, or shipping. Visit the Some R 4 U team and peruse a variety of vintage items, antiques, and brand-new home décor and garden pieces.

THE SHELTON PLANT SHOP owners Ronald & Amy Braakman invite you to bring nature into your home. Stop by their sunny spot downtown for houseplants like succulents, pink princess philodendron, peperomia, black velvet alocasias, and so much more, all grown at Shelton nurseries. Their knowledgeable staff can help you find the perfect plant for any space—and pottery, décor, and supplies, to boot. Follow their Facebook page and TikTok to shop for specials and inspiration!

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The Strip Steak House Finds New Owners A much-beloved eatery in the downtown core is now under new management.

After twelve years building a loyal clientele and honing an incredible menu, Herb and Cathy Baze have sold the restaurant to George & Claire Richmond.

The Richmonds live on Little Skookum Inlet at Kamilche. George is an engineer with 30 years of professional experience—which he puts into practice at his firm, Richmond Engineering, in

Olympia. Claire has a strong background in customer service and was the General Manager at Alderbrook Golf & Yacht Club in Union from 2017-2020. She currently operates an association management firm, Community First Association Management, in Olympia.

The Chamber wishes a happy retirement to Herb & Cathy.

In addition to their hard work building The Strip, the couple contributed largely to the business community and Mason County. The restaurant’s featured items earned them the Chamber’s Golden Fork award in 2010, 2012, and 2015.

Herb also served as a Chamber board member 2003-2004 and 2001-2014, where he generously shared his perspective and values.

The couple saw the restaurant for sale a couple of times over the last year and half. Claire reflected, “Herb and Cathy created a very special place where locals celebrate special occasions and travelers can find a great meal. We knew that if The Strip fell into the wrong hands there was a chance that the charm and great menu would be lost forever.” That’s why this spring they took the leap to purchase the business.

The restaurant reopened on May 5, with Mark & Christina Lehman still running the kitchen and reviving the full menu. A new liquor license is pending but, in the meantime, you can still enjoy dine-in or take-out options. Hours have been extended to Wednesday through Saturday, 11:00a-8:00p, and reservations may be made online at thestripsteakhouse.com.

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Road Work Ahead

nance to the Skokomish River Bridge (milepost 338.8). Travelers can get project details, check real-time traffic information, and sign-up for email updates online at wsdot.wa.gov.

The summer season means construction is on the rise and, for local agencies, that means transportation projects and road maintenance. The Chamber realizes that transportation is critical to creating a healthy economy and impacts our daily routines. As such the association invited WSDOT Olympic Region Administrator John Wynands, Mason County Public Works Director Loretta Swanson, and City of Shelton Public Works Director Jay Harris to share their plans for the upcoming months. Travelers should expect multiple work zones as improvements are made to highways, arterials, and residential areas.

WSDOT will pave US 101 and State Route 19 along the Olympic Peninsula—including South of Shar Lane to north of Bourgault Road (milepost 324.5 to 339). Any weekend or overnight road closures will be announced in advance. “We know that anywhere from 2,000 to 4,000 vehicles a day travel US 101 and SR 19 in Clallam, Jefferson and Mason counties,” said Project Engineer Karen Boone. “Chip sealing is a costeffective solution to repair damaged pavement at one-fifth the price of traditional paving with comparable results.” The paving on State Route 300 between Belfair and Belfair State Park was rescheduled to begin June 7. In Mason County, crews will also replace work expansion joints and conduct routine mainte-

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Mason County continues to focus on fish barrier removal projects. This year Public Works will complete culvert replacements on Highland Rd, Homer Adams Rd, and Agate Lp. That work will result in planned, typically short, localized detours.

Standard chip seal, striping, and paving projects are also moving forward. The County has purchased additional equipment including a new shoulder machine which will allow the conversion of gravel to paved or chip surface to improve roadway safety and enhance the space for multimodal travel. For more information contact Mason County Public Works at (360) 4279670 ext. 450.

The United States Navy has issued a contract for seismic retrofit work which will address the crossings at Goldsborough Creek, Pine Street, and Mason Lake Road. Currently no closures or detours have been announced; work is expected to commence it late summer or early fall.

City of Shelton will also be conducting paving work this season. Last year crews primarily addressed residential streets in the Mountain View Neighborhood while this year the work will be focused on two stretches: Park St and Thirteenth. The Park St Pavement Rehabilitation Project will affect the entirety of that road, from S First St to S Seventh St. Thirteenth St will also be paved from Johns Prairie Rd to Mountain View Dr. Additional details are published online at sheltonwa.gov.

Travelers are encouraged to slow down in work areas and watch out for crew members.

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masonchamber.com/calendar or call (360) 426-2021 for current information.

What's Happening and Chamber Events Chamber Members’ Business After Hours Wednesday, June 9, 5:30-7:00p Hood Canal Communication, Union

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Shelton Centennial Lions Club Virtual Meetings 2nd Wednesday, 12:00p

State Parks Free Day Saturday, June 12

Shelton Kiwanis Club Virtual Meetings 3rd Tuesdays, 1:00p

Tour de Mason Lake Saturday, June 12, 8:30a El Puerto de Angeles, Shelton

Republican Women’s Club Meeting 1st Friday, 12:00p

Ladies Wine & 9 Mondays, 3:00-5:30p Salish Cliffs Golf Club, Shelton

Chamber Members’ Business After Hours Thursday, August 12, 5:00-7:00p Cameo Boutique & Wine Shop, Union Yesteryear Car Club’s Car Show Saturday, August 14, 10:00a-4:00p Lucky Dog Casino Resort, Skokomish

Chamber Members’ Yappy Hours Friday, June 25, 12:00-5:00p Chamber Office, Shelton

JUNE

Forest Festival Timber Days Friday & Saturday, June 4 & 5

MotoAmerica Superbikes Friday-Sunday, June 25-27 Ridge Motorsports Park, Shelton

State Parks Free Day Saturday, June 5

Ribbon Cutting for the Belfair Bark Park at the Salmon Center Wednesday, June 30 at 4:00p 600 NE Roessel Rd, Belfair

Run the Ridge Race Saturday, June 5, 6:00-9:15a Ridge Motorsports Park, Shelton

Behavioral Health Providers at Mason Clinic

Amber Carlson, LICSW

Chalk the Walks: Spread Cheer!

Tuesday, August 17 Chamber Golf Tournament Friday, August 20 Alderbrook Golf & Yacht Club

Create Videos That Attract New Customers Thursday, June 24, 9:00-10:00a Virtual or Chamber Office, Shelton

Shelton Farmers Market Saturdays, 9:00a-2:00p Evergreen Square, Shelton

Vanessa Cray, PMHNP-BC

Erin Martinache, LICSW

Kristen Garza, PMHNP-BC

Amie Mower, DO, Medical Director of Integrated Behavioral Health

Forest Festival Timber Days Friday & Saturday, July 30 & 31

State Parks Free Day Saturday, August 25

Chamber Monthly Virtual Program Thursday, June 17, 12:00-1:00p

Hook & Fork Brunch Saturdays & Sundays, 10:00a-3:00p Union City Market, Union

Kara Lynn Foundation’s Kayak for a Cause Friday-Monday, July 23-26

Primary Election Tuesday, August 3

Ribbon Cutting for Richard Beckman Realty Group’s Hoodsport Office Tuesday, June 15, 4:30p 22090 N US Hwy 101, Shelton

Hook & Fork *Appy Hour Thursdays & Fridays, 12:00-6:00p Union City Market, Union

Allyn Day (Revised, One Day Event) Saturday, July 17, 12:00-7:00p Allyn Waterfront Park, Allyn

AUgust

State Parks Free Fishing Day Sunday, June 13

Beer, Brat & Shot 4:00-5:30p Tee Times Salish Cliffs Golf Club, Shelton

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Thunder on the Canal Fireworks Display Resort property is open to registered guests Saturday, July 3, 10:00p

Music on the Estuary Saturday, June 12, 12:00-5:30p Virtual by The Salmon Center, Belfair

Skookum Rotary Virtual Meetings Wednesdays, 7:00a

Nicole Giron, LMHC

Dinner & Fireworks Viewing Saturday, July 3, 7:00-11:00p St. Andrew’s House, Union

Free Community Shred Event Saturday, June 12, 11:00a-2:00p OCCU Downtown Branch, Shelton

Weekly

Katie Aldrich, PMHNP-BC

JULY

Independence Day Sunday, July 4 (observed Monday, July 5) Skookum Rotary’s Music in the Park Thursday, July 8, 7:00p Kneeland Park, Shelton Chamber Members’ Business After Hours Wednesday, July 14, 5:30-7:00p Mt. Olive Lutheran Church, Shelton Business Expo & Bite of Mason County Friday, July 16, 11:00a-6:00p Railroad Ave, Shelton

Forest Festival Timber Days Friday & Saturday, August 20 & 21 Hoodstock: A Music Festival on the Water Saturday, August 21 Hood Canal Grow with Google Livestream: Creative Skills for Small Businesses Wednesday, August 25, 9:00-10:00a Virtual or Chamber Office, Shelton Sound Learning’s Spell-E-Bration Saturday, August 28, 3:00-6:00p Shelton Civic Center, Shelton

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private, we need to change our response. We needed a plan to reopen – fully – as soon as possible,” said Chamber CEO Heidi McCutcheon.

Earlier press conferences in May saw Inslee assert that Washington would continue with phases for “the foreseeable future” and that the state was “way below” the vaccine rate that would proponent reopening. Anton shares, “The goalpost has moved too many times. First, it was about protecting seniors. Then, about flattening the curve. Then, about not overwhelming hospitals. Now, it’s reaching an undefined vaccination rate that the CDC has said is unachievable. We have all sacrificed only to have the goalpost moved.”

“We stand with our businesses. The data shows that different decisions should be made,” McCutcheon says. “This is why the Chamber took a stand and asked our community members to sign a petition urging the governor to release a reopening plan. We have been saying, ‘we are in this together,’ and this was a way to act on those words.” Thankfully, public push seems to have swayed policy and a reopening date of June 30 is set. The Chamber is carefully monitoring the updated guidance from state agencies, providing feedback, and assisting members in navigating forthcoming changes. To learn more visit masonchamber.com/recovery or call (360) 426-201.

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Raves!

Mason County

Went to T’s Cafe & Espresso for breakfast and got a gluten free breakfast sandwich and it was delicious. With my allergies, I always find it hard to find good gluten free options when eating out. The food and coffee were so good that my fiancé and I went back for lunch and the jambalaya soup did not let us down.

-Kathi W.

Radio Fryer was just getting ready to pull out to go to an event. They stopped and gave me complimentary cheeseburger rolls and I also bought onion rings. Wow, delicious! Awesome customer service, thank you.

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-Debi Underberg

Rave for Blondie’s Restaurant in downtown Shelton!

First, they’ve been doing a bang-up job with social distancing measures, hand sanitizer, no one is wearing their mask below their nose, etc. Second, great food. I absolutely love good diner fare and they nail it. Third, their staff is always super friendly. Not in that disingenuous customer service fake smile kind of way… Give them your business!

- Jason Lamb

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We have been customers at Bakala State Farm Insurance or about 8 years. We have had multiple types of policies over those years, with exceptional, FABULOUS service for each one. Thank you to Kathy for all your wonderful help and information. 5 stars definitely!

I would like to give a shout out to a great company we just used to clean our roof.

Of course, we have the roof from hell! Extremely steep!

Jeremy of Bavarian Pro Wash did a masterful job. I highly recommend them!

-Vickie Beeby

- Keonica Schmidt

Beko’s Tree’s LLC are clearing a property behind my house in the Shorecrest area of Shelton, and they are doing a really good job!

Very hard workers and I highly recommend them!

- Jacob Wright

Shout out to Urraco Coffee! All of the employees there are SUPER nice and patient!

Freaking excellent customer service and so much kindness. I’ll always go there for my coffee from now on.

- Elispeta Maiva

CHAMBER MEMBERS: Local Services Directory ADVERTISING, MARKETING, AND MEDIA Graphic Design & Websites Easy as Pie Design easyaspiedesign.com (425) 802-2182 Joonbug Graphic Design joonbuggraphicdesign.com (360) 556-6205

Marketing Northwest Event Organizers nwevent.org (360) 427-5599

Shelton-Mason County Journal masoncounty.com (360) 426-4412 SmartMeme Studios, LLC smartmemestudios.com (360) 898-0041

Media 96.9 KAYO/KGY Radio kgyradio.com (360) 943-1240

iFiber One News Radio ifiberonenewsradio.com (360) 426-1030 MasonWebTV Powered by HCC masonwebtv.com (360) 229-2234

Printing & Design Digital Printing gcdigitalprint.com (360) 426-8628 The Shopper shoppersweekly.com (360) 426-4677

Shelton-Mason County Journal masoncounty.com (360) 426-4412

Promotional Materials & Screen Printing

Skyline Drive-In Theater skylinedrive-in.com (360) 426-4707

Great Bend Center for Music greatbendmusic.org (360) 322-4626

Museums

Harstine Island Community Choir harstinechoir.org (360) 432-9940

Candy Wrapper Store candywrapperstore.com (360) 462-0440

Northwest Custom Tees northwestcustomtees.com (360) 791-3904 The Shopper shoppersweekly.com (360) 426-4677

Signs & Banners Black Star blackstarprint.com (360) 427-9614

ARTS, CULTURE, AND ENTERTAINMENT Casinos Little Creek Casino Resort little-creek.com (360) 427-7711

Mason County Forest Festival Association masoncountyforestfestival.com (360) 490-6176

Lucky Dog Casino myluckydogcasino.com (360) 877-5656

Olympus Rally olympusrally.com (360) 589-0885

Festivals & Community Events

Movie Theaters

Faceplant Events hoodstock.org (206) 779-1071

Mason County Historical Society Museum masoncountyhistoricalsociety.org (360) 426-1020

Shelton Cinemas sheltoncinemas.com (360) 426-1000

Music & Choirs

Denny’s Auto Service dennysauto.com (360) 426-2271

Vander Wal’s Garage, Inc. vanderwalsgarage.com (360) 426-8208

Gillis Auto Center gillisautocenter.com (360) 426-5585

Watson Diesel Repair, LLC watsondieselrepair.com (360) 426-5255

Anna’s Bay Center for Music annasbaychorale.org (360) 545-3826

AUTOMOTIVE AND BOATS Auto Dealers Gillis Auto Center gillisautocenter.com (360) 426-5585

Automotive Maintenance & Repair D & L Automotive and Repair dandlautorepair.com (360) 426-1467

Les Schwab Tire Centers lesschwab.com (360) 426-3333

Automotive Retail & Wholesale American Turbo Service americanturboservice.com (360) 968-9197

Boat Sales Verle’s Sporting Goods & Marine verles.com (360) 426-0933

Cut Rate Auto Parts cutrateautoparts.com (360) 426-2800

BUSINESS SERVICES Business Associations EDC of Mason County choosemason.com (360) 426-2276 Island Enterprises, Inc. islandenterprisesinc.com (360) 426-3442 Mason County Master Builders omb.org (360) 754-0912 Mason County Association of Realtors masoncountyrealtors.com (360) 426-0689 North Mason Chamber of Commerce northmasonchamber.com (360) 275-4267 Shelton Downtown Merchants sheltondowntownmerchants.com Shelton High School DECA (360) 426-4471

Shelton-Mason County Chamber of Commerce masonchamber.com (360) 426-2021 Skokomish Indian Tribal Enterprises, Inc. (SITE) skokomishenterprises.org (360) 877-5656 Washington Policy Center washingtonpolicy.org (206) 937-9691

Locate Coaching locatecoaching.com (310) 936-2288 Sound Business Brokers soundbusinessbrokers.com (360) 352-9191

Employment Services American Workforce Group americanworkforcegroup.com (360) 338-6900

Computers & Technology

Ascend Staffing ascendstaffing.com (360) 491-4405

Hood Canal Communications hcc.net (360) 898-2481

Career Quest careerquest.biz (360) 427-7300

Zeppelin Shipping & Technology Center zeppelinshipping.com (360) 545-3301

DSHS Vocational Rehabilitation dshs.wa.gov (360) 664-3077

Consultants

Exceptional Foresters, Inc. (EFI) team-efi.org (360) 426-0077

Arbaugh & Associates, Inc. (360) 481-2846

FOR ADDRESSES, SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS, AND MORE, VISIT MASONCHAMBER.COM/MEMBERS

Express Employment Professionals expresspros.com (360) 580-2889

Safety & Security

WorkSource Mason County worksourcewa.com (360) 427-2174

South Sound Private Investigations southsoundpi.com (360) 970-0504

ASC Security & Investigations ascnw.com (206) 409-7397

Mailing & Shipping Zeppelin Shipping & Technology Center zeppelinshipping.com (360) 545-3301

Towing Jim’s Automotive, Inc. jimsautomotiveincwa.com (360) 426-7167

Office Equipment & Supplies Capital Business Machines cbm-wa.com (360) 491-6000

Payment Processing & Point of Sales First Billing Services, LLC firstbilling.com (360) 701-7591 National Business Systems nbsystems.com (206) 552-4527 Business Matters - Page 25

COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS Churches Gateway Christian Fellowship gatewaycf.com (360) 426-2758 Mt. Olive Lutheran Church mtoliveshelton.org (360) 426-6353 New Community Church of Union thenccu.org (360) 898-7855

Nonprofits & Charities Capitol Land Trust capitollandtrust.org (360) 943-3012 Community Lifeline cllshelton.org (360) 462-4439 Crazy Love Ministries crazyloveministries.org (360) 358-3355 Enterprise for Equity enterpriseforequity.org (360) 704-3375

Great Bend Center for Music greatbendmusic.org (360) 322-4626 Harmony Hill Healing Retreat harmonyhill.org (360) 898-2363 Kara Lynn Foundation karalynnfoundation.com (360) 556-9237 Love INC of Mason County loveincofmasoncounty.org (360) 462-5683 Martha Reed Foundation facebook.com/ MarthaReedFoundation (360) 790-5732 Mason General Hospital Foundation masongeneral.com (360) 427-3623 Peninsular Railway & Lumbermen’s Museum simpsonrailroad.org

Shelton-Mason County Chamber of Commerce Foundation masonchamber.com (360) 426-2021 The Community Foundation of South Puget Sound thecommunityfoundation.com (360) 705-3340 The Salmon Center pnwsalmoncenter.org (360) 275-3575 Toys for Tots of Mason County shelton-wa.toysfortots.org (360) 968-9078 Turning Pointe Survivor Advocacy Center turningpointe.org (360) 426-1216

Political Organizations Mason County Republican Women’s Club mcwomensclub.wixsite.com/ mcwc (425) 358-6883

Service Clubs & Fraternal Organizations Kristmas Town Kiwanis kristmastownkiwanis.com (978) 729-9678

Maple Glen Senior Living mapleglensl.com (360) 427-0300

Shelton Centennial Lions Club lionsclub.org (360) 426-3256 Shelton Eagles 3862 (360) 426-0507

Mason County Senior Activities Association mcsac.net (360) 426-7374

Shelton Kiwanis Club & Foundation sheltonkiwanis.weebly.com (360) 426-0512

Senior Services for South Sound southsoundseniors.org (360) 586-6181

Shelton Rotary sheltonrotary.org (602) 920-6749

Landscapers

Septic Systems & Portable Toilets

Senior Services & Activities

Skookum Rotary sheltonskookumrotary.org

United Way of Mason County uwmason.org (360) 426-4999 Yesteryear Car Club yesteryearcarclub.com (360) 426-1009

CONSTRUCTION AND HOME MAINTENANCE Cabinets, Doors, & Millwork Olympic Mountain Millwork ommco.net (360) 432-2992

Cleaning & Handyman Services Bavarian Pro Wash bavarianprowash.com (360) 701-0644 Bella Casa Service Management, LLC bccswa.com (360) 427-3548 Instant Time Cleaning Lulu LLC (702) 375-6618 Mason County Clean Outs masoncountycleanouts.com (360) 712-1113 Robert E’s Carpet Cleaning robertes.net (360) 427-6744 Shelton House Cleaning (360) 463-2884 So Clean & Green, LLC socleanandgreen.com (360) 358-5252 WashingTone’s Junk Removal (360) 810-7719

Contractors Allen Homes & Construction, LLC (360) 701-4006

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Andrew Spear Construction, LLC spearbuilt.com (360) 427-4440 Ashby Homes, Inc. ashbyhomes.net (360) 427-9487 Auseth Construction, Inc. (360) 426-7368 Chamberland Construction, LLC (360) 490-0143 EI. Kristyn & Son Construction, Inc. eikconstruction.com (360) 432-3147 Jimini Paving Jiminipaving.com (360) 426-9918 Flippin Awesome Renovations flippinawesome propertysolutions.com (206) 981-0712 Watson Construction Co., Inc. (360) 426-7626

Electricians Daley Electric, LLC (360) 868-2822

Kilowatt Electric (360) 229-3112 RAM Electric ramelectricwa.com (360) 482-0292

Excavation Arcadia Drilling, Inc. arcadiadrilling.com (360) 426-3395 EI. Kristyn & Son Construction, Inc. eikconstruction.com (360) 432-3147 Maples Excavating (360) 463-8474

Floor Coverings Kinney’s Custom Hardwood, LLC (360) 426-9891

Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning Americool Heating & Air Conditioning americoolonline.com (360) 273-3300 Bradley Air Company bradleyaircompany.com (360) 426-1284

First Light Electric, LLC (360) 317-6910

Olympic Heating & Cooling, LLC olympicheatingandcooling.com (360) 426-9945

Kealy Electric, LLC kealyelectric.com (360) 462-0175

Olympic Stove & Spas, Inc. olympicstoveandspas.com (360) 877-5200

Diamond Touch Landscape Services diamond-touch-landscape.com (206) 788-7345 Oakland Bay Landscape Services, LLC (360) 4279515 TerraTects (formerly Matt B’s Lawns) terratects.com (360) 490-6013

Painting Contractors Flying Colors Painting Co. flyingcolorsshelton.com (360) 359-6103 Keeping Awnaroll (360) 490-8471

Roofing Contractors Cogent Construction, Inc. cogentconstructioninc.com (360) 427-3162 Evergreen State Roofing, LLC esrwa.com (360) 462-0800

AAA Septic Tank Pumping aaasepticshelton.com (360) 427-6110 Island Johnny Honey Bucket islandjohnny.net (360) 426-6697

Tree Service Beko’s Trees, LLC & Wood Carving bekostreesllc.com (360) 490-2670 Fred Holmes Tree Service, LLC fredholmestreeservice.com (360) 427-4489 KHS General Contractors LLC khsgencon.com (253) 973-5849 Larson Residential LLC larsonresidential.com (360) 490-2250 South Sound Solar southsoundsolar.com (360) 352-7869

The Roof Doctor, Inc. theroofdoctor.com (360) 427-8611

FOR ADDRESSES, SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS, AND MORE, VISIT MASONCHAMBER.COM/MEMBERS

FINANCE AND INSURANCE Banks & Credit Unions Columbia Bank Hoodsport columbiabank.com (360) 877-5272 Columbia Bank Shelton columbiabank.com (360) 426-5581 Heritage Bank heritagebankwa.com (360) 426-4431 Our Community Credit Union ourcu.com (360) 426-9701 Our Community Credit Union Mt. View Branch ourcu.com (360) 426-9701 Peninsula Credit Union pcfcu.org (360) 426-1601

Financial Advisors Arnold Smith Insurance arnoldsmithins.com (360) 426-3317

Bowman Financial Group, Inc. bowmanfgi.com (360) 427-4248 Community Financial Center ourcu.com (360) 432-5201 Edward Jones Armin Baumgartel, FA edwardjones.com (360) 426-0982 Edward Jones Eric R. Thompson, FA edwardjones.com (360) 426-8054 Edward Jones Karen Schade, FA edwardjones.com (360) 426-4590

Falcon Financial, Inc. (360) 898-1199 First Billing Services, LLC firstbilling.com (360) 701-7591 Heritage Bank heritagebankwa.com (360) 426-4431 Pacific Asset Management, LLC pacificasset.com (360) 426-0633 State Farm Insurance Melanie Bakala bakalainsurance.com (360) 426-2428

Edward Jones Karen Schade, FA edwardjones.com (360) 426-4590 Falcon Financial, Inc. (360) 898-1199 Hawks View Insurance hawksviewinsurance.com (360) 308-8008 New York Life Eric Smith newyorklife.com (360) 229-8353

Mortgage Loans Academy Mortgage Brenda Thornbrue academymortgage.com/ brendathornbrue (360) 999-5904 Academy Mortgage Vickie Nunez academymortgage.com/ vickienunez (360) 358-8563 Cornerstone Home Mortgage cornerstonehomemortgage.com (360) 250-3400

State Farm Insurance Melanie Bakala bakalainsurance.com (360) 426-2428

Peninsula Credit Union pcfcu.org (360) 426-1601

The Drift Bar & Grill thedrift101.com (360) 877-2300

Salish Seafoods salishseafoods.com (360) 426-3442

The Shang Sports Bar & Grill (360) 427-0561

Seattle Shellfish, LLC seattleshellfish.com (360) 236-0462

Insurance & Investments

Edward Jones Lori Morgan, FA edwardjones.com (360) 432-8965

American Family Insurance Eric Smileuske agent.amfam.com/ericsmileuske (360) 462-3261

Edward Jones Stefanie Dantinne, FA edwardjones.com (360) 426-0982

Arnold Smith Insurance arnoldsmithins.com (360) 426-3317

Dairy Queen dairyqueen.com (360) 426-7277

Radio Fryer Foods, LLC (360) 850-9629

FOOD AND BEVERAGE Coffee & Espresso Fat Cat Coffee Shop (360) 870-7417 Steph’s Espresso (360) 427-1290 Urraco Coffee Company urracocoffee.com (360) 462-5282 Urraco Coffee Company Steamboat urracocoffee.com (360) 764-8789

Domino’s dominos.com (360) 427-8700 Duchess Donuts, LLC (360) 229-5659 Eastside Specialty Cakes eastsidespecialtycakes.com (425) 246-2785

Restaurants, Food Trucks, & Catering

El Sarape III & La Cantina elsarape.net (360) 426-4294

Alderbrook Golf & Yacht Club alderbrookgolf.com (360) 898-2575

Nita’s of Shelton (360) 819-5447

Blondie’s Restaurant (360) 432-2777

Paulie’s Place (360) 868-2957

Railroad Tap Station railroadts.wpengine.com (360) 868-2500 Sisters Restaurant (360) 462-3287 Smoking Mo’s smokingmos.com (360) 462-0163 Suzan’s Grill (360) 432-8939

The Strip Steak House thestripsteakhouse.com (360) 432-5844 T’s Cafe & Espresso (360) 462-1888 Wild & Woodsy Catering wildandwoodsy.com (360) 229-1388

Taylor Shellfish Farms taylorshellfishfarms.com (360) 426-6178

Wineries, Distilleries & Liquor Sales Stottle Winery stottlewinery.com (360) 877-2247

Taqueria Las Palmas (360) 432-3220

Shellfish Growers

The Cabin Tavern Bar & Grill (360) 868-2305

Hama Hama Oysters hamahamaoysters.com (360) 877-5811

Discovery Donuts (360) 358-5295

PNW Fresh Clams & Oysters (360) 401-5847

Walter Dacon Wines walterdaconwines.com (360) 426-5913

Representative Dan Griffey houserepublicans.wa.gov/ dan-griffey (360) 786-7966

Mason Fire District #4 masonfire4.com (360) 426-7222

Port of Shelton portofshelton.com (360) 426-1151

Government

Washington Corrections Center doc.wa.gov (360) 426-4433

Pig Pen BBQ (360) 349-6354

The Hardware Distillery Co. thehardwaredistillery.com (206) 300-0877

GOVERNMENT AND EDUCATION Education Olympic College olympic.edu/campuses/ shelton (360) 432-5400 Pioneer School District psd402.org (360) 426-9115 Shelton School District sheltonschools.org (360) 426-1687 Sound Learning soundlearning.co (360) 426-9733 WSU Extension mason.wsu.edu (360) 427-9670 ext. 680

Elected Officials & Political Candidates City Council Deputy Mayor Deidre Peterson sheltonwa.gov (360) 545-2556 City Council Member Joe Schmit sheltonwa.gov (360) 490-6276 County Commissioner Sharon Trask co.mason.wa.us (360) 427-9670 ext. 419 Judge George Steele co.mason.wa.us/district-court (360) 427-9670

Representative Drew MacEwen houserepublicans.wa.gov/ drew-macewen (360) 426-0514

Emergency Services Central Mason Fire & EMS cmfe.org (360) 426-5533 MACECOM macecom.org (360) 426-4441

FOR ADDRESSES, SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS, AND MORE, VISIT MASONCHAMBER.COM/MEMBERS

City of Shelton sheltonwa.gov (360) 426-4491 Mason PUD 3 masonpud3.org (360) 426-8255 Mason Transit Authority masontransit.org (360) 426-9434 Port of Hoodsport portofhoodsport.us (360) 877-9350

Libraries Hoodsport Timberland Library trl.org (360) 877-9339 Shelton Timberland/William G. Reed Public Library trl.org (360) 426-1362

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HEALTH, FITNESS, AND WELLNESS Chiropractors Newman Family Chiropractic newmanfamilychiro.com (360) 426-3886

Gyms, Fitness Clubs, & Classes Joonbug Yoga joonbugyoga.com (360) 556-6205

Dentists Bowers Dental Group Drs. Thomas Duffy & Marlin Meharry, DDS bowersdentalgroup.com (360) 426-9711 Dr. Steven H. Bowers DDS, LLC bowersdentalgroup.com (360) 426-1664 Hackney Family and Cosmetic Dentistry drhackney.com (360) 426-1676 Shelton Dental Center sheltondentalcenter.com (360) 426-8401 Shelton Dental Excellence sheltondental.com (360) 426-4712

Shelton Athletic Club sheltonathleticclub.com (360) 426-1388

Health Care ABOVE Home Health abovehh.com (360) 350-0123 Behavioral Health Resources bhr.org (360) 704-7170 Consejo Counseling & Referral Service consejocounseling.org (360) 763-5610 HearingLife hearinglife.com (360) 868-4277

Mason Clinic masongeneral.com/clinics (360) 426-2653 Mason Health & Mason General Hospital masongeneral.com (360) 426-1611 Miracle-Ear miracle-ear-shelton.com (360) 427-3187

Alderbrook Resort & Spa alderbrookresort.com (360) 898-2200 ASC Security & Investigations ascnw.com (206) 409-7397 Bella Acres bella-acres-event-andcelebration-location.business.site (360) 790-6700

Optometrists

Fly True Midwifery flytruemidwifery.com (760) 443-1836

The Optical Shop of WA, Inc. opticalshopofwa.com (360) 427-7553

Living Well, Inc./Isagenix Marcy Kadoun-Wilson livinwell.isagenix.com (360) 426-7951

Pharmacies Neil’s Pharmacy mygnp.com (360) 426-3327

Premium Nutrition (360) 471-5695

MultiCare Capital Medical Center multicare.org (253) 403-1750

Massage Therapy

Shelton Dental Center sheltondentalcenter.com (360) 426-8401

Blue Oasis Spa & Massage (360) 401-9350

Shelton Dental Excellence sheltondental.com (360) 426-4712

Cedars Bodywork & Massage, LLC cedarsbodyworknmassage. abmp.com (509) 846-6367

Beyond Nurturing Massage Therapy (360) 490-3927

Kris Rose LMP Bodywork & Massage rosebodywork.com (360) 490-3598

HOSPITALITY AND TRAVEL Events & Weddings

Holistic Care & Wellness

Transportation

Hood Canal Events hoodcanalevents.com (360) 710-7452

The Varmints thevarmints.net (360) 790-9092

Little Creek Casino Resort little-creek.com (360) 427-7711

Panhandle Lake 4-H Camp panhandlecamp.com (360) 426-9523

Transit-Community Center masontransit.org/tccabout (360) 432-5754

St. Andrew’s House saintandrewshouse.org (360) 898-2362

Skokomish Park at Lake Cushman skokomishpark.com (360) 877-5760

Mason Transit Authority masontransit.org (360) 426-9434

Hotels & Lodging

The Waterfront at Potlatch thewaterfrontatpotlatch.com (360) 877-9422

The Patty Wagon pattywagonmobility.com (360) 427-0202

Manufacturing

Lund Custom Machine (360) 432-0310

The Pavilion at Sentry Park mcsac.net/the-pavilion.html (360) 426-7374

Alderbrook Resort & Spa alderbrookresort.com (360) 898-2200

Mason County Taxi, LLC masoncountytaxi.com (360) 426-8294

Creekside Inn creeksideinnwa.com (360) 877-9686

MANUFACTURING AND WHOLESALE Evergreen Wholesalers Mt. St. Helens Evergreens, Inc. (360) 427-5544 The Hiawatha Corp. hiawathacorp.com (360) 426-4562 Wild Greens International etsy.com/shop/ wildgreenwreaths (360) 462-0007

Forest Products & Timber Companies Alta Forest Products altafp.com (360) 545-6775 Belco Forest Products belcofp.com (360) 426-8900 Green Diamond Resource Company greendiamond.com (360) 426-3381

Matthaeis Camco, Inc. camcocedar.com (360) 426-7900 Port Blakely portblakely.com/us-forestry (360) 596-9439 Sierra Pacific Industries spi-ind.com (360) 427-8200

General Dynamics Electric Boat gdeb.com (360) 674-2077 Jalisco Tortillas madeinshelton.com (360) 432-9397

Skookum Creek Tobacco Company, Inc. Skookumcreek.com (360) 462-3446

Leath Manufacturing Co. (206) 658-3051

PERSONAL SERVICES AND CARE Funeral Services Forest Funeral Home forest-funeralhome.com (360) 427-8044 McComb & Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory mccombwagner.com (360) 426-4803

Pet Services DogTown K9 & Feline Pet Styling dogtown360.com (360) 401-9261

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Haigh Veterinary Hospital haighveterinaryhospital.com (360) 426-1840 Shelton Veterinary Hospital, Inc. sheltonveterinaryhospital.com (360) 426-2616

Retirement Communities & Assisted Living

Salons, Spas, & Barber Shops

Christmas Village (360) 426-2650

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Maple Glen Senior Living mapleglensl.com (360) 427-0300 Shelton Health & Rehabilitation Center sheltonhealthandrehab.com (360) 427-2575

Seven Inlets Spa seveninletsspa.com (360) 462-1772

Cali Cutz (360) 463-6498 Dermasuite Skincare dermasuiteskincare.com (530) 927-7838

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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Accountants & CPA’s Basic Business Bookkeeping (360) 490-6405 Northwest Accounting Group nwaccountinggroup.com (360) 426-8262 Richard D. Thornbrue, CPA (360) 426-5667 Vander Wegen & Associates, Inc., PS vanderwegencpa.com (360) 426-1681

Wittenberg CPA, PS wittenbergcpa.com (360) 426-0230

Architects & Landscape Design Diamond Touch Landscape Design diamond-touch-landscape.com (206) 788-7345 Williams Architecture, PS williams-architecture.com (360) 426-0511

Attorneys & Legal Services Bauer, Pitman, Snyder, Huff Lifetime Legal, PLLC lifetime.legal (360) 426-9100 Berner Law Phillips Burgess, PLLC phillipsburgesslaw.com (360) 742-3500

Whitehouse & Nichols, LLP, Attorneys at Law whitehousenichols.com (360) 426-5885

Photography Cooper Studios cooperstudios.net (360) 426-6646

Robert W. Johnson, PLLC (360) 426-9728

George Stenberg Photography georgestenbergphotography.com (360) 490-6903

In Deed Home Inspections indeedhi.com (360) 490-1260

M4 Real Estate Group m4realestategroup.com (360) 329-2911

John L Scott Belfair Terri Drexler terridrexler.johnlscott.com (360) 229-0947

RE/MAX Top Executives remax.com (360) 427-6117

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Real Estate & Development

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Alderbrook Properties alderbrookproperties.com (360) 898-0055

Property Management

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Crossroads Housing crossroads-housing.net (360) 427-6919

John L. Scott Real Estate sheltonoffice.johnlscott.com (360) 426-3319

RE/MAX Top Executives Melissa Stearns remax.com (360) 789-9683

Flippin Awesome Renovations flippinawesome propertysolutions.com (206) 981-0712

John L. Scott Real Estate Kristy Buck kristybuck.com (360) 490-0958

Richard Beckman Realty Group, LLC richardbeckmangroup.com (360) 426-5521

Habitat for Humanity of Mason County habitatmasonwa.org (360) 426-8134

Keller Williams Realty Jerry Obendorf jerryobendorf.com (360) 463-6386

Richard Beckman Realty Group - Marca Bruff marcabruff.com (360) 490-7347

Kirk Building (360) 477-9996

Homes First homesfirst.org (360) 236-0920

Shelton Veterans Village quixotecommunities.org/ shelton-veterans-village.html (360) 338-0451

Mell Property Management mellpm.com (360) 427-1339

Homes for Heroes Megan Smet herosavings.org (971) 225-8315

Keller Williams Realty Scotty Mills nwcustomhomes. kwrealty.com (253) 405-2936

Elite Property Management Services elitesheltonrentals.com (360) 898-7368 Evergreen Springs, LLC (360) 204-9063 Gateway Property Management gatewaypropmgmt.com (360) 426-3988

Spencer Lake RV Park spencerlakerv.com (360) 426-3178

Housing Kitsap housingkitsap.org (360) 535-6139

Keller Williams South Sound Results Home Team resultshometeam.com (253) 217-8204

The Conklin Team at Windermere conklinteam.com (360) 280-0874

Windermere Real Estate Keith Fuller keithfuller.com (360) 490-3811 Windermere Real Estate/ Himlie, Inc. windermereshelton.com (360) 426-2646

Storage Sentry Mini Storage sentrypark.com (360) 229-1220

Title Insurance Land Title Co. of Mason County landtitleco.net (360) 426-8288 Mason County Title Company agltg.com (360) 426-9713 Olympic Title & Escrow olympictitlecompany.com (360) 426-1626

RECREATION AND ACTIVITIES Golf Courses Alderbrook Golf & Yacht Club alderbrookgolf.com (360) 898-2575 Lake Cushman Maintenance Company lakecushmangolfcourse.com (360) 877-5505 Lake Limerick Golf Club & Cafe lakelimerickgolf.com (360) 426-6290 Salish Cliffs Golf Course salish-cliffs.com (360) 462-3673

Marinas Jarrell’s Cove Marina (360) 426-8823

Oakland Bay Marina, LLC oaklandbaymarina.com (360) 426-9476

Recreation Ridge Motorsports Park ridgemotorsportspark.com (360) 427-7223 Skydive Kapowsin skydive101.com (360) 432-8000 Vance Creek Railriders vcrailriders.com (541) 519-4200 YSS Dive yssdive.com (360) 877-2318

Visitor Information

Youth Activities

Hood Canal Visitor Information Center explorehoodcanal.com (360) 877-2021

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Washington swwabigs.org (360) 943-0409

Kamilche Visitor Information Center squaxinislandtourism.org (360) 432-0921

Shelton Family YMCA sheltonfamilyymca.org (360) 753-6576

North Mason Chamber of Commerce explorehoodcanal.com (360) 275-4267 Shelton Caboose Visitor Information Center explorehoodcanal.com (360) 426-2021 Shelton-Mason County Chamber of Commerce masonchamber.com (360) 426-2021

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Shelton School District sheltonschools.org (360) 426-1687 Shelton Youth Connection sheltonfamilycenter.org (360) 462-0125 South Mason Youth Soccer Club smysc.org (360) 432-0560

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Cannabis Retailers Elevation high-elevation.com (360) 426-3442

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Joe’s Market & Shell Gas Station (360) 426-0237 Kamilche Trading Post tradingpostrewards.com (360) 426-5254 Steamboat Trading Post tradingpostrewards.com (360) 866-8009

Union City Market unioncitymarket.com (360) 898-3500

Hardware & Building Materials Alta Forest Products altafp.com (360) 545-6775

Twin Totems Store skokomishtourism.com/ twin-totems (360) 427-9099

Builders FirstSource bldr.com (360) 426-2611

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Jalisco Tortillas madeinshelton.com (360) 432-9397

Tozier Brothers Ace Hardware tozierbrothers.com (360) 426-2411

Retail

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Mottet Fine Jewelry mottetfinejewelry.com (360) 426-5811

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Marine Supplies & Products Verle’s Sporting Goods & Marine verles.com (360) 426-0933

Northwest Clothing Co. northwestclothingco.com (360) 462-0490

Annie’s Quilt Shoppe anniesquiltshoppe.com (360) 427-6164

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Habitat for Humanity ReStore habitatmasonwa.org (360) 426-8134

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Sporting Goods Verle’s Sporting Goods & Marine verles.com (360) 426-0933

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UTILITIES Electrical Service Mason PUD 3 masonpud3.org (360) 426-8255

Garbage & Recycling Mason County Garbage & Recycling masoncountygarbage.com (360) 426-8729 Republic Services republicservices.com (206) 332-7723

Internet & Cable Comcast Cable comcast.com (800) 266-2278

Hood Canal Communications hcc.net (360) 898-2481 iFiber Communications ifiber.tv (360) 427-4000

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Water & Sewer City of Shelton sheltonwa.gov (360) 426-4491

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