Spectacular Coastal Northern Lights
This summer has been magical for many reasons. However, one of the most incredible things we witnessed was the aurora borealis (Northern Lights). In mid-August, the coastal northern lights appeared in the night sky. This night also coincided with the near peak of the Perseids meteor shower. The dual astro-phenomenon created a night sky to…
Celebrating New Bathrooms at Westwind
Wilson Lodge Bathrooms Are Ready After many months of planning, design, and construction, we have officially opened our new staff bathrooms! Construction finished earlier this month and we cut the ribbons at a small ceremony with our Summer Staff. This marks the completion of phase one of the Westwind Inclusive Bathroom Project: a multi-phase project…
Another Fantastic Year of Teen Lead 2
During sessions 5 and 6, Westwind held its annual Teen Leadership 2 Camp (Teen Lead 2). This is a unique experience for many reasons. The program is two weeks long and it focuses heavily on building leadership skills. It is also a jumping-off point for many exciting things, at Westwind and beyond. Read more to…
Reserve a Fantastic Westwind Experience
Did you know that you can rent Westwind cabins for any size group? Whether you’re looking for a cozy getaway with a friend or looking to host a school trip Westwind has you covered. Renting at Westwind is a great way to experience our green hills and wild shores while giving your family, group, or…
Mid-Summer Check-In
The end of July means we are halfway through the summer camp season. It’s been an awesome summer so far. We’ve welcomed over 800 campers to our shores to explore the forests, make new connections, and discover the magic of Westwind. Highlights from the summer include surfing lessons for our Teen Trekker’s campers, exploring the…
The Perfect S’more
How would you make the perfect s’more? Burnt to a crisp? Lightly toasted? Roasted in the embers to a deep golden brown? And that’s just the marshmallow. The classic recipe calls for graham crackers and Hershey’s chocolate, but that’s merely a baseline for you creatively to run wild with. However you set about constructing your…
AmeriCorps Volunteers
For several seasons now, Westwind has worked with AmeriCorps to provide community service opportunities to young people. AmeriCorps is a federal agency aimed at providing service-based opportunities and helping aid local communities. Their mission is to improve lives, strengthen communities, and foster civic engagement through service and volunteering (AmeriCorps Website). Westwind hosts AmeriCorps volunteers to…
Westwind Receives Grant For Inclusive Bathroom Project
Westwind Stewardship Group Receives $1,055,540 Grant from Oregon State University Extension Service Outdoor School Program We are thrilled to announce that we have received a generous grant totaling $1,055,540 from the Oregon State University Extension Service Outdoor School Program (OSUE ODS) for crucial upgrades to improve access and inclusivity for the Westwind bathhouse (Cascade Head)…
The Tremulous History of the Oregon Coast
What secrets lie in the depths of coastal soil? This is a question that researchers from Virginia Tech visiting Westwind attempted to answer. Traversing the edges of Westwind, they traveled to the eastern tip of the Salmon River estuary. These researchers used long metal rods to pull layered samples from the river bank. The soil…
Staff Training Wrap-Up
Westwind Summer Staff Training wrapped up last weekend. Let’s dive into staff training to learn what happens during training to prepare our amazing staff for their summer! The Basics Staff training is ten days long and is packed full of team-building exercises, training led by communication professionals, and extensive practice on how to be a…