{"id":46,"date":"2020-03-10T14:15:46","date_gmt":"2020-03-10T21:15:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/bobb4.sg-host.com\/?page_id=46"},"modified":"2022-11-16T10:23:41","modified_gmt":"2022-11-16T18:23:41","slug":"nature","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/opwa.com\/nature\/","title":{"rendered":"Nature"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-video\"><video height=\"1080\" style=\"aspect-ratio: 1920 \/ 1080;\" width=\"1920\" controls src=\"https:\/\/opwa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Blooms-Birds-Ocean-Park-Area-Villages.mp4\"><\/video><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"> Daffodil Blooms ~ Ocean Park, Nahcotta, Oysterville, Surfside &amp; Klipsan Beach! <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p> Here is a video of past and present daffodil bloom spots on the north end!  Once more, thank you <a href=\"https:\/\/opwa.com\/member\/village-club\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Village Club<\/a> for the muscle and dedication to plant over 10,000 bulbs so far :). Watdh for the blooms in early Spring. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-video\"><video height=\"1080\" style=\"aspect-ratio: 1920 \/ 1080;\" width=\"1920\" controls src=\"https:\/\/opwa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Daffodils-Are-Coming-1.mp4\"><\/video><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Leadbetter State Park and the Willapa National Wildlife Refuge<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/opwa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/leadbetter-and-wildlife-refuge-2.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3550\" width=\"500\" height=\"462\" srcset=\"https:\/\/opwa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/leadbetter-and-wildlife-refuge-2.jpeg 1022w, https:\/\/opwa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/leadbetter-and-wildlife-refuge-2-300x277.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/opwa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/leadbetter-and-wildlife-refuge-2-768x710.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>If nature, peace, and solitude are your desires at the beach, then this is the place to go. It is possible to see over 100 varieties of birds here as well as black bear, deer, elk, and a host of smaller animals in the Refuge. The park does require the Washington State \u201cDiscover Pass\u201d. Visit the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.discoverpass.wa.gov\/133\/Where-to-Buy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.discoverpass.wa.gov\/133\/Where-to-Buy\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.discoverpass.wa.gov\/133\/Where-to-Buy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Discover Pass Page<\/a> for up to date pricing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/friendsofwillaparefuge.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here for more information on the Willapa National Wildlife Refuge<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.parks.wa.gov\/537\/Leadbetter-Point\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Click here for more information on Leadbetter State Park<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cape Disappointment State Park<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/opwa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/cape-D.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4955\" width=\"544\" height=\"341\" srcset=\"https:\/\/opwa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/cape-D.jpg 638w, https:\/\/opwa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/cape-D-300x188.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 544px) 100vw, 544px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>On July 6, 1788, English fur trader John Meares names the northern side of the entrance to the Columbia River, Cape Disappointment. The name reflects Meares&#8217; chagrin at not finding the Columbia River. Today, Cape Disappointment is anything but a disappointment.  It has awe-inspiring scenery with two lighthouses, spectacular bluffs, and meadows full of native plants. There&#8217;s also a Lewis &amp; Clark Interpretive Center, general store, and old military fortresses to explore.\u00a0Tent camping, RV spots, Yurts and Cabins are available to rent inside the park. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.parks.wa.gov\/486\/Cape-Disappointment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here for more information on Cape Disappointment State Park<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.parks.wa.gov\/187\/Cape-Disappointment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here for more information on the Lewis &amp; Clark Interpretive Center<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/washington.goingtocamp.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here for camping and reservation information<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Nahcotta Tidelands Interpretive Site<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/opwa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/nahcotta-tidelands-collage-1024x819.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3552\" width=\"549\" height=\"438\" srcset=\"https:\/\/opwa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/nahcotta-tidelands-collage-1024x819.png 1024w, https:\/\/opwa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/nahcotta-tidelands-collage-300x240.png 300w, https:\/\/opwa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/nahcotta-tidelands-collage-768x614.png 768w, https:\/\/opwa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/nahcotta-tidelands-collage-1536x1229.png 1536w, https:\/\/opwa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/nahcotta-tidelands-collage.png 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 549px) 100vw, 549px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The Interpretive Center on Sandridge Road has signs describing animal and plant life in Willapa Bay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is the only place where oysters can be harvested on this side of the bay. Oysters must be shucked on-site and the shells left there for future oysters to grow on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/wdfw.wa.gov\/places-to-go\/shellfish-beaches\/600180\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here for more information on the Nahcotta Tidelands<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Loomis Lake State Park<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"399\" src=\"https:\/\/opwa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/loomis-lake-state-park-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3562\" srcset=\"https:\/\/opwa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/loomis-lake-state-park-2.jpg 600w, https:\/\/opwa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/loomis-lake-state-park-2-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The park is located four miles south of Ocean Park, on Hwy 103 and 180th Pl. It covers 13.5 acres with 425 feet of saltwater frontage on the Pacific Ocean. The park offers 24 picnic sites, 10 windscreens, parking for 67 cars, and a trail to the beach. Recreation offered at the park includes picnicking, surf fishing, driftwood collecting, clamming, beach combing, and hiking. A Discover Pass is required. Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discoverpass.wa.gov\/133\/Where-to-Buy\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.discoverpass.wa.gov\/133\/Where-to-Buy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Discover Pass<\/a> page for pricing and up to date information. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.willhiteweb.com\/washington\/long_beach\/loomis_lake_state_park\/pictures_400.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here for more information on Loomis Lake State Park<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pacific Pines State Park&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/opwa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/pacific-pines-state-park-signs.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3555\" width=\"423\" height=\"281\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The park is located approximately one mile north of Ocean Park. Take Hwy. 103 until you reach Ocean Park. Continue on Vernon St. until you reach 271st Street. The park is used for day-trip beach activities and nature observation, with beachcombing and fishing, crabbing, and clamming opportunities in season. A Discover Pass is required. The park is open during the Summer: 8 a.m. to dusk. Winter: Closed Nov. 1, reopens April 1. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/parks.state.wa.us\/558\/Pacific-Pines\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/parks.state.wa.us\/558\/Pacific-Pines\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here for more information on Pacific Pines State Park<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Surfside Golf Course<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/opwa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/srufside-golf-course.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3556\" width=\"454\" height=\"303\" srcset=\"https:\/\/opwa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/srufside-golf-course.jpg 600w, https:\/\/opwa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/srufside-golf-course-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 454px) 100vw, 454px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Share a 9 Hole Course complete with a driving range, rental clubs, power carts, pull cart rentals, reasonable green fees, and wildlife in a quiet coastal community. A PGA professional staff is available to assist your golfing needs including lessons by appt. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.surfsidegolfcourse.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here for more information on Surfside Golf Course<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Beach<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/opwa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/suitcase-at-sunset-1024x493.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3557\" width=\"637\" height=\"307\" srcset=\"https:\/\/opwa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/suitcase-at-sunset-1024x493.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/opwa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/suitcase-at-sunset-300x144.jpg 300w, https:\/\/opwa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/suitcase-at-sunset-768x370.jpg 768w, https:\/\/opwa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/suitcase-at-sunset-1536x739.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/opwa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/suitcase-at-sunset-2048x986.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 637px) 100vw, 637px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Ocean Park Area beaches are famous for Sunsets, razor clams, \u201ctreasure hunting\u201d and for being able to drive on the beach at low tide. If you have a disability or walking in soft sand is difficult, our drivable beach offers the opportunity to easily visit the water&#8217;s edge.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Daffodil Blooms ~ Ocean Park, Nahcotta, Oysterville, Surfside &amp; Klipsan Beach! Here is a video of past and present daffodil bloom spots on the north end! 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