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    Dear Future Campers and Friends of Westwind, On Thursday, April 23, 2020, the Westwind Board of Directors met to discuss Westwind programs for this summer. Please know that safety is our number one priority. We are working (and will continue to work) closely with local, state, and federal authorities (and various other resources) to ensure…

Entry no. 5 – April 24, 2020 By Scotty Evens, Site Manager & Ferry Captain It has definitely been a spring week here at Westwind. Mother nature has had a hard time making up her mind.  Sun, rain, wind, marine layer, we have had it all. That’s what keeps it so interesting. Change is constant.…

  Can you think of a better way to celebrate Earth Day than by supporting one of your favorite places on earth?  Westwind is an incredible place. Those of us who are lucky enough to have experienced the unforgettable sense of community, connection, inspiration and joy want Camp Westwind to live on for future generations.…

  Entry no. 4 – April 17, 2020 By Scotty Evens, Site Manager & Ferry Captain Ghost stories Wilson’s warblers  came back to camp this week. They moved right into the Salmonberry bushes plucking insects from its leaves and twigs. At the farm the Oregon state bird has arrived in full numbers. The Meadowlarks have…

Dear Friends, During this difficult and uncertain time for Westwind, we believe it is more important than ever to connect you to the landscape, plants, and animals of Westwind. We hope you enjoy these entries and most of all, we look forward to welcoming everyone back to Westwind soon! To help us through this period…

Entry no. 2 – April 3, 2020 By Scotty Evens, Site Manager & Ferry Captain Time stands still   This week at Westwind has had me thinking about the march of time. I was joined for part of the day by Duncan Berry, one of the founders of the Westwind Stewardship Group. We were seeking…

We know these are trying times, and we hope you and your family stay well. Over the last few days, we have been working to put together a few ways to engage our Westwind community while we work through this difficult time. Already, we have received words and dollars of support and encouragement, and we…

During this difficult and uncertain time for Westwind, we believe it is more important than ever to connect you to the landscape, plants, and animals of  Westwind. We will be posting weekly notes from “The Captain’s Log”, based on observations taken at Westwind by our Site Manager (and Ferry Captain), Scotty Evens. “Historically, the captain’s…

March 20, 2020 Dear Friends of Westwind,  These are unprecedented times and we hope that you and your families stay safe and healthy. Each day brings news of changes to our world because of the COVID 19 virus. Unfortunately, it is impacting our beloved Westwind as well. You will not be surprised that we have…