Each spring, over a million shorebirds (principally western sandpipers) pass through the Grays Harbor area, presenting a major spectacle in April and May. Peregrine falcons and merlins are also seen at that time. Throughout the year, a wide variety of wildlife is present in the tidal flats, in the salt marshes, and in the adjacent upland habitat. The refuge encompasses about 1,500-acres and is located at the western city limits of Hoquiam. Marked routes lead to good wildlife viewing and photography locations.
Location:
100 Brown Farm Road, Olympia Washington 98516
Telephone
360-753-9467 Fax 360-534-9302
Other Wildlife Viewing nearby:
(Kent) A Pet Clinic of Kent
(North Bend) Adventure Xpress Mountain Outfitters
(Puyallup) All Creatures Animal Hospital of South Hill
(Renton) Animal Hospital of Renton
(Auburn) Auburn Valley Animal Clinic
(Federal Way) C C Anderson Guide Service
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06/08 Coming to The Olympia area
Water Music Festival Seaview WA April1 The Water Music Festival is an all-volunteer non-profit organization dedicated to bringing quality chamber music to the Lower Columbia River Region.
Astoria-Warrenton Crab and Seafood Festival Warrenton OR April26 Crab and seafood as well as entertainment. Listen to the Astoria HS Jazz Band on Sunday.
Seattle Japanese Cultural Festival Seattle WA April26-28 The festival features Japanese exhibits, performances, and demonstrations. Held at the Seattle Center in the Fisher Pavilion. The annual festival began in 1976 with a gift of 1,000 cherry trees to the city of Seattle from the Japanese government to celebrate the U.S. Bicentennial.
Grays Harbor Shorebird Festival Hoquiam WA April26-28 Witness the migrating shorebirds at Grays Harbor National Wildlife Refuge and other birding hotspots in Grays Harbor County.
Columbia Gorge Wine and Pear Fest Hood River OR May18-19 Start off the weekend with friends and fun featuring Columbia Gorge wineries and eateries. Highlights include entertainment, live music, wine tasting, great food, fruit exhibits with samples, and local artisans.
Northwest Folklife Festival Seattle WA May24-27 Music and dance performances, visual arts, folklore exhibits, hands-on children's activities, workshops, crafts, food, demonstrations, and more!
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