April is packed with energy at Ilwaco Cider Company, bringing together live music, local markets, storytelling, and creative events that highlight the spirit of the Long Beach Peninsula.Live Music All Month Long The cider house stage comes alive with a … Continue reading April Events at Ilwaco Cider Company: Music, Markets & Community Nights
Nestled along the coast of Surfside, Washington, Sea Breeze Lake is far more than a quiet neighborhood water feature—it is a thriving ecological refuge, supporting a rich web of wildlife that depends on its waters, shorelines, and surrounding tree canopy. A Sanctuary for Migratory Birds Sea Breeze Lake and its interconnected canal system serve as a vital stopover and seasonal home for migratory birds traveling along the Pacific Flyway. These waters provide food, shelter, and safe resting areas for species that rely on coastal ecosystems during long migrations. Throughout the year, the lake hosts a wide variety of waterfowl and … Continue reading Sea Breeze Lake: A Living Refuge for Wildlife in Surfside, Washington
In an emergency, seconds can mean the difference between life and death—and something as simple as a clearly visible address sign can save those seconds. The signs are Not available for Long Beach or Ilwaco or other cities or areas … Continue reading Life-Saving Seconds Matter: Pacific County’s Address Sign Program
Mark your calendar for Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 11:00 AM, when families across Surfside and the Long Beach Peninsula will gather at Beach Barons Field (25815 Sandridge Rd, Ocean Park, WA) for a joyful community Easter Egg Hunt. Children … Continue reading Easter Egg Hunt at Beach Barons Field – A Spring Tradition
The American West is facing a slow-moving crisis that is no longer theoretical—it is visible in shrinking reservoirs, drying farmland, and growing conflict between states. At the center of it all is the Colorado River, a lifeline for nearly 40 … Continue reading Climate Threats: Water Woes in the Colorado River States
Across the Pacific Northwest, communities are facing a future shaped by stronger and more frequent atmospheric river (AR) events—long, narrow bands of moisture that deliver intense rainfall over short periods. These storms, increasingly amplified by climate change, are now recognized … Continue reading How Tree Canopy Protects Communities from Flooding in an Era of Intensifying Atmospheric Rivers
Every Memorial Day, we pause to remember those who gave everything in service to this country. For me, that remembrance has always been personal. Years ago, I wrote a tribute to Oscar Aguilar—a young man who was not just a … Continue reading Remembering Life in India with Oscar—and Reuniting with His Brother After 50 Years
The following statement has been presented as a defense of the tree covenant by a blog post on Surfside preservation we site and Annette. Tree covenants do not: Reduce overall tree cover.Expose residents to high winds, flooding, severe storms, smoke … Continue reading What Washington City Leaders Actually Say About Trees
In Annette’s blog post she claims I asserted. Tree covenants enforcement Does not promote removing trees that the boards preservation members argue are cheap to cut down (would like to know where this quote comes from). Mean that those that … Continue reading The Price of a Tree: How the Board Measures Value in terms of removing tre es, Not the environmental benefits
On Saturday, March 28th, the heart of Ocean Park will be filled with warmth, flavor, and purpose as neighbors gather for a special Chowder Cook-Off & Dessert Sale at the historic Oysterville School House. From noon to 2 PM, locals … Continue reading Chowder, Community, and Compassion Come Together in Ocean Park
