24th Annual

GRAYS HARBOR

SHOREBIRD AND NATURE

FESTIVAL

May 3-5, 2019

“I’m Youth, I’m Joy, I’m a Little Bird that has Broken Out of It’s Egg” Ezri Carroll

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GRAYS HARBOR SHOREBIRD AND NATURE FESTIVAL

- Celebrating the natural world and the spring shorebird migration.

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

About Our Cover Artist

Our cover artist, Ezri Carroll. When creating this art, Ezri was 11 years old and attending 5th grade at St. Mary School. When asked, Ezri said, “I chose this bird because I felt that I could make it look different, even though lots of other kids were doing this bird.” To create her artwork, she used oil pastels, which are her favorite. She has never entered an art contest before but thinks it might lead to an art career when she grows up. After the ceremony, Ezri did the

activities at the Fun Fair and she really enjoyed the Mudflat Meals activity where she got to look at the little things that live in the water.

About the Poster Contest

Each year, 1st-6th grade students in Grays Harbor County submit posters depicting North American shorebirds for the Shorebird and Nature Festival Poster Contest. Place winners are chosen from each grade; the Best of Show is selected from the six first place winners. The Best of Show artwork is used in Festival publicity the following year. Congratulations to all the 2018 winners and thanks to all the students and teachers who participated! You can cheer on the 2019 artists during the Poster Contest Awards Ceremony, Sunday, May 5th, 1pm at Hoquiam Middle School.

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KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Birding Without Borders:

An Epic World Big Year

Speaker: Noah Strycker

Friday, May 3, 7:30pm

Hoquiam Middle School ( gymnasium)

Dessert Reception prior to talk begins at 6:45pm

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

In 2015, bird nerd Noah Strycker of Oregon became the first human to see more than half of the planet’s bird species in a single, year-long, round-the-world birding trip. Anything could have happened, and a lot did. He was scourged by blood-sucking leeches, suffered fevers and sleep deprivation, survived airline snafus and car breakdowns and mudslides and torrential floods, skirted war zones, and had the time of his life. Birding on seven continents and carrying only a pack on his back, Strycker enlisted the enthusiastic support of local birders to tick more than 6,000 species, including Adelie Penguins in Antarctica, a Harpy Eagle in Brazil, a Spoon-billed Sandpiper in Thailand, and a Green-breasted Pitta in Uganda. He shared the adventure in real time on his daily blog (audubon.org/noah), and now he reveals the inside story. This humorous and inspiring presentation about Strycker’s epic World Big Year will leave you with a new appreciation for the birds and birders of the world.

Noah Strycker, is Associate Editor of Birding magazine, the author of four well-regarded books about birds, and a regular contributor of photography and articles to all major bird magazines as well as other media. Strycker set a world Big Year record in 2015, and his 2017 book, Birding Without Borders, relates the experience. His other books are Among Penguins (Oregon State University Press, 2011), The Thing with Feathers (Riverhead Books, 2014), and Birds of the Photo Ark (National Geographic, 2018). Strycker has studied birds on six continents with field seasons in Panama, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Hawaii, Maine, Michigan, Australia, Antarctica, the Galapagos Islands, and the Farallon Islands.

He also works as a naturalist guide on expedition cruises to Antarctica and Norway’s Svalbard archipelago, literally spreading the inspiration of birds from pole to pole. Strycker is a competitive tennis player, has run five marathons, and hiked the 2,650-mile Pacific Crest Trail from Mexico to Canada. He is based in Oregon, where his backyard has hosted more than 100 species of birds. Visit his website at: www.noahstrycker.com

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ANNUAL DINNER AND SPEAKER

Saturday, May 4, 5:30pm

Elks Lodge, Hoquiam

Advance reservations are required by April 24

5:30pm Social and No-host Bar; 6:30pm Dinner; 7:30 speaker

Dinner: This year ‛s Annual Dinner will offer a scrumptious catered meal by O‛Brien‛s Catering located in Aberdeen. Dinner is served buffet style with your choice of several entree options. Page 14 has information on signing up for this important event.

Fundraising: Participants will have a chance to support the education program at Grays Harbor NWR.

Discoveries by Brian Atwater contributed to today’s consensus that the Pacific Northwest is subject to great earthquakes and associated tsunamis. Brian also investigated earthquake and tsunami hazards in Japan, Chile, the northeast Indian Ocean, and the Caribbean.

Publications include a book on Japanese accounts of the 1700 Cascadia tsunami, and public-safety booklets based on tsunami survivors’ testimony in Chile, Indonesia, and Pakistan. Brian now volunteers as a U.S. Geological Survey scientist emeritus

and a University of Washington affiliate professor.

Dead coastal trees now linked to a giant earthquake were first reported by the pioneer naturalist after whom the Cooper Ornithological Society was named. James Graham Cooper served before the Civil War as a surgeon and naturalist with the Stevens railroad survey and as a collector for the Smithsonian Institution. His 1854

journal tells of intertidal spruce stumps in growth posi-tion along a Columbia River tidal creek near Chinook. His 1860 railroad report, extolling the durability of western red cedar, cites standing dead trunks of “this species only” in tidal marshes of Willapa Bay. In recent decades these forest remains, as clues to the 1700 Cascadia earthquake, have spurred earthquake and tsunami preparedness in the region.

A Pioneer Naturalist in Washington Ghost Forests

Speaker: Brian Atwater, U.S. Geological Survey and University of WA

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FIELD TRIP DESCRIPTIONS

Tokeland, Grayland, and Westport Loop Friday, 7:30am - 3:30pm

Field Trip Leaders: Phil Kelley and Scott Morrison

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

Bring or pre-order a lunch and dress appropriately!

$45

Ocean Shores Friday, 8am - 3pm

Field Trip Leaders: Whittier Johnson and Rob Chrisler

Saturday, 8:30am - 3:30pm

Field Trip Leaders: Phil Kelley and Mary Russell

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

Easy Walking.

$35

Huynisisoos Saturday, 9am - 3pm

Field Trip Leaders: Diane Yorgason-Quinn, Faye McAdams Hands, Mary O’Neil

Quinault Indian Nation Tribal Guide: Fallon Mail

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

$40

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FIELD TRIP DESCRIPTIONS

Shorebirds for Beginners Saturday, 12:30pm - 3:15pm

Field Trip Leaders: Scott Morrison and Arnie Martin

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

$15

Tokeland, Grayland, and Westport Loop Sunday, 8am - 4:00pm

Field Trip Leaders: Bruce LaBar & Ed Pullen

$45

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

Guided Walks Grays Harbor National Wildlife Refuge

Friday, 12:15pm - 3:00pm

Field Trip Leaders: Nisqually NWRC Volunteers

Sunday, 1:15pm - 3:45pm

Field Trip Leaders: Nisqually NWRC Volunteers

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

FREE

Field trip participants heading out to the beach

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LECTURES

Shorebird Identification Basics Saturday, 10:30am - 11:30am

Lecturer: Scott Morrison

$10

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

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

Lecturer: Jim Ullrich $10

The presentation covers the development of a backyard sanctuary for our bees and

birds, including the interesting relationship of our Orchard Mason Bees and our

backyard birds. This non-aggressive pollinator is native to our area, and is

extensively studied by WSU and area master gardener organizations.

Coastal Raptors: - Get to know the Raptors

Sunday, 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Lecturer: Dr. Dan Varland

$10

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

BIRDING MARKETPLACE

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

Location: Hoquiam Middle School

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FREE FAMILY EVENTS

Nature Fun Fair Saturday, 9am - 5pm & Sunday, 9am - 4pm The Nature Fun Fair has activities for all ages to discover their artistic side and learn about nature. Wildlife art projects and activities include Shorebird on a Stick, Thumbprint Art, Mask Making, and more!

Mudflat Meals: See What Shorebirds Have for Dinner Saturday, 11am - 4pm

Estuaries are teeming with life even in the most unexpected places. Some mudflats are estimated to contain as many as 40,000 organisms per cubic inch of mud! Learn about the amazing critters living in the mudflats. Come see them yourself through microscopes; located in the Nature Fun Fair.

Shorebird Festival Poster Contest Awards Ceremony Sunday, 1pm - 1:30pm Come and help honor the 2018 Shorebird Poster Contest winners during the awards ceremony. The shorebird poster contest is open to Grays Harbor County students, grades 1-6. Winning posters are displayed during the Festival at Hoquiam Middle School.

Procession of the Shorebirds and Harvest Moon Storytelling Sunday, 2pm Join in the Procession of the Shorebirds beginning after the Poster Contest Awards Ceremony and proceeding to the choir room where renowned Storyteller and Quinault Native Elder, Harvest Moon will share her talent and stories. Come as you are, wear the mask you made, or wear your own bird or nature related costume.

RUN FOR THE BIRDS

Festival Run for the Birds Saturday 9am—10am Hoquiam City Hall, 609 8th Street Registration begins at 9am and the run starts at 10am. The run includes a 2 mile run/walk, a 5K, and a 10K run. The cost is $5 to run/walk and $15 to run/walk with a T-shirt to keep.

$5/$15

Location: Hoquiam Middle School

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Friday

10:25am - 4:25pm Best Shorebird Viewing at Grays Harbor NWR

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

Grays Harbor NWR on Airport Way

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

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

12:15pm-3:00pm Guided Walk at Grays Harbor NWR

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

Hoquiam Middle School

6:45pm - 9:00pm Keynote Speaker and dessert reception at Middle School

Saturday

11:11am—5:11pm Best Shorebird Viewing at Grays Harbor NWR

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

9:00am - 4:00pm Shuttle Bus to Refuge

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

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

9:00am-10:00am Shorebird Festival Run for the Birds

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

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

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

10:30am-11:30am Lecture: Shorebird Identification Basics

12:30pm-3:15pm Field Trip to Grays Harbor NWR - Shorebirds for Beginners

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

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

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

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Sunday

11:57am - 5:57pm Best Shorebird Viewing at Grays Harbor NWR

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

9:00am - 4:00pm Shuttle Bus to Refuge

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

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

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

1:00pm-1:30pm Poster Contest Awards Ceremony

1:15pm-3:45pm Guided Walk at Grays Harbor NWR

2:00pm-2:30pm Procession of the Shorebirds and Harvest Moon storytelling

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

Shorebird Viewing at Grays Harbor NWR

Along the Refuge’s Sandpiper Trail shorebirds can be viewed from a number of spots. During peak viewing times, volunteers with scopes will be available to help answer questions. At the Refuge, shorebirds can be viewed best during the period about 3 hours before to 3 hours after high tide. During high tide, birds are closer and more concentrated for better viewing. However, weather conditions such as wind and storms can greatly alter tides in Grays Harbor so good shorebird viewing is dependent on a number of factors and can be unpredictable. For coastal viewing, tidal cycles are not as critical. High tides along the coast are about 20 minutes earlier than at the Refuge.

2019 High Tide At Refuge Best Viewing Times

Friday, May 3 1:25 pm 10:25 am-4:25 pm

Saturday, May 4 2:11 pm 11:11 am-5:11 pm

Sunday, May 5 2:57 pm 11:57 am-5:57 pm

Free Guided Walks Guided walks will be held on Friday from 12:15pm - 3:00pm and Sunday from 1:15pm-3:45pm. Meet at the Refuge Kiosk on Airport Way. These walks are free and open to the public.

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

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SHOREBIRD EDUCATION PROGRAM

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

Viewing shorebirds during a Refuge

field trip

Proceeds from the Shorebird and Nature Festival

help fund the Shorebird Education Program!

The Shorebird Education Program is completely free to participating schools.

Your support of Festival events, and donations during the Annual Dinner make this education program possible.

Annual Dinner participants will have a chance to support the education program at Grays Harbor NWR. Money raised is used to fund an AmeriCorps member who coordinates the program and provides classroom lessons on shorebirds and conservation to 3rd and 4th graders in Grays Harbor County. The money is also used to provide bus transportation to the Refuge for participating classes. Last year’s donations were $4515. We would love to see that amount increase this year.

Thank you for your help and support!

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

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Grays Harbor Shorebird and Nature Festival

2019 Registration Form, page 1

(for events with a fee)

Pre-registration must be postmarked by April 22.

Registrations will be filled in the order payment is received.

Registrations will be taken at the time of the events as space permits.

Registrations received by April 24 will be confirmed by e-mail or phone.

Prices are per person, per event. There is no registration fee other than the fee for each event.

Mail registration form with payment to:

Registrar, GH Shorebird and Nature Festival PO Box 475

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

Your Name _________________________________________________________________________ Address _____________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ Phone _____________________________________ E-mail_______________________________________________________ Total Fees Enclosed $___________________________________

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

Where did you hear about this Festival?

Direct Mailing

Friend

Audubon Newsletter

Attended Previous Year

Newspaper____________________

Other_________________________

Registration Questions? (360) 580-8162

e-mail: jeandart303@gmail.com

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

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

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Grays Harbor Shorebird and Nature Festival

2019 Registration Form, page 2

Friday May 3

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

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

Keynote Speaker, Noah Strycker (7:30pm-9pm)………....…...…… $15

Dessert reception prior to lecture starts at 6:45pm

Saturday May 4

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

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

Lecture, Shorebird Identification (10:30am-11:30am)………… $10

Field Trip, Shorebirds for Beginners (12:30pm-3:15pm)……....$15

Lecture, Bring back the Bees (3:30-4:30pm) ………………………. $10

Annual Dinner and speaker (5:30pm-9pm)………………...……..…$25

Note: Dinner reservations must be received by April 24.

Please select:

Chicken Beef Vegetarian

Sunday May 5

Field Trip, Tokeland/Westport (8am-4:00pm)………....………… $45 Lecture, Coastal Raptors (2:30pm-3:30pm)………….…….....……. $10

Box Lunches

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

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

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

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

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

Vegetarian

Vegetarian

Vegetarian

Turkey

Turkey

Turkey Ham

Ham

Ham

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Festival Headquarters On Friday, until 3pm, events start or are located at the Grays Harbor NWR Office on Airport Way. On Friday starting at 4pm, then all day Saturday and Sunday, the Festival Headquarters is at Hoquiam Middle School, 200 N. Spencer St., Hoquiam. From Aberdeen, follow US 101 to Hoquiam. Stay in the left lane onto Highway 109/Ocean Shores Hwy./ Emerson Ave. Hoquiam Middle School is on the right 1.1 miles from that intersection. Park in the school lot. See maps on pages 16 and 19. Registration Pre-registration is recommended for fee events and must be postmarked by April 22nd. Registration will be open on Friday from 7am to 3pm at the Grays Harbor NWR Office. Registration continues at Festival Headquarters at Hoquiam Middle School on Friday (4pm - 7pm), Saturday (7:30am - 5pm), and Sunday (8am - 4pm). Meals Field trip participants may order box lunches using the registration form. The Annual Dinner will be held on Saturday evening at the Elks Lodge in Hoquiam. Seating is limited and pre-registration is required by April 24. See list of local restaurants on page 17. Lodging Festival participants may make lodging arrangements directly with area providers. For lodging information call: Grays Harbor Tourism at (800) 621-9625; Greater Grays Harbor, Inc. at (800) 321-1924; or Westport-Grayland Chamber of Commerce at (800) 345-6223. Weather/Clothing Western Washington weather is unpredictable at this time of year. Plan for wet and cool. Layers, raingear, and boots are recommended. The trail at Grays Harbor NWR is a hard surface and does not require special footwear. Special Accommodations For those needing special accommodations, please contact Committee Member, Jennifer Cutillo, at (360) 753-9467.

Lesser Yellowlegs

photo by Michael Schramm/USFWS

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WELCOME TO HOQUIAM

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

AREA MAP

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

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CAFES AND RESTAURANTS

8th Street Ale House

207 8th St. 612-3455

Casa Mia Pizza & Spaghetti

2936 Simpson Ave 533-2010

Deidra‛s Deli (Public Market)

1956 Riverside Ave 538-9747

Grizzly Den

300 Emerson Ave. 537-9840

Golden Dragon

710 Simpson Ave 533-0510

Hum-Dinger Drive-in

104 Lincoln

(Hwy 101 N) 533-2754

Hoquiam Brewery

526 8th Street 637-8252

McDonalds

2501 Simpson Ave. 532-6020

Roses Tienda

409 7th street 637-8124

Simpson Avenue Grill

825 Simpson Ave. 533-8907

Subway

2700 Simpson Ave. 537-1271

Taqueria Franco

501 Simpson Ave 532-0609

The Java Shack

801 Simpson Ave. 640-4340

The Jitter House

623 Simpson Ave. 589-8581

(Area Code 360)

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

THINGS TO SEE IN HOQUIAM

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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PARTNERS AND SPONSORS

Festival Partners

Grays Harbor Audubon Society (ghas.org)

City of Hoquiam (cityofhoquiam.com)

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

2019 Shorebird & Nature Festival

Planning Committee

Thank You to all the sponsors for their contributions!

Friends of Nisqually NWRC

Grays Harbor County

Grays Harbor Tourism

Greater Grays Harbor, Inc.

Hoquiam Middle School

Hoquiam School District

Knox Cellars Mason Bees

Ocean Shores Kites

Port of Grays Harbor

Public School Employees,

Hoquiam Chapter

Quinault Indian Nation

Volunteer Program,

Nisqually NWRC, Olympia

Washington Service Corps

Westport Winery, Aberdeen

Shannon Anderson, Port of Grays Harbor

Jude Armstrong, Grays Harbor Audubon Society

Jennifer Cutillo, Nisqually NWR Complex

Jean Davis, Festival Registrar

Jasmine Dickhoff, City of Hoquiam

Julia Fregonara, GHNWR AmeriCorps

Suzanne Hierholzer, Festival Registrar

Arnie Martin, Grays Harbor Audubon Society

Dianna Moore, Grays Harbor Audubon Society

Glynnis Nakai, Nisqually NWR Complex

Diane Schwickerath, Grays Harbor Aud. Society

Janet Strong, GHAS President

Jim Ullrich, Knox Cellars Mason Bees

Tracy Wood, City of Hoquiam

A Special Thank You

To all the lecturers, field trip

leaders, and volunteers who

contributed their time and

expertise with us.

Would you like to help plan

the 2020 Grays Harbor

Shorebird and Nature

Festival?

Contact Arnie Martin at

arnold6.martin@comcast.net

www.shorebirdfestival.com

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Working for a Sustainable Balance Between Human

Activity and the Needs of the Environment

Stop by our booth at the Shorebird and Nature Festival

to learn about the many ways YOU can get involved.

Join a field trip, come to a bi-monthly

program, or work on a variety of conservation

and education programs!

Promoting Enjoyment of Birds and the Natural World

www.ghas.org

Friends of Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge Complex

Can Help!

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

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

operated by the Friends of Nisqually NWR Complex.

This non-profit organization supports programs at

Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually and Grays Harbor NWRs

and all proceeds from sales go to Refuge programs.

www.friendsofnisquallynwr.org

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