Westwind Journeys – A Call to Conserve Wild Places
Happy Winter Solstice! As we transition to winter we are reminded of change and the different beat of life that comes when days are short and cold rains are common. A recent birding hike at Westwind with Lincoln City Audubon revealed a surprising myriad of bird and insect life for this time of year, including Anna’s hummingbird…
Westwind Journeys – A Peek Into The 1980 Time Capsule!
Yesterday, we rediscovered an official Time Capsule for Westwind from 1980. Unpacking this box, (first opened after 25 years in 2005), revealed many treasures and insights in Westwind’s own journey through the years. The Time Capsule was created to commemorate the renovation and additions to Wilson Lodge completed in 1980. The contents included: Signed letters…
Westwind Journeys: 2019 Year-End Campaign
What is your Westwind Journey? However you first discovered Westwind, you have a Westwind Journey. Let me tell you a short story. This summer, there was a camper named Jace who came to camp for the first time through our campership program. Jace was extremely nervous, quiet, and afraid of what was, to a five year…
Start your Westwind Journey on #Givingtuesday
Start your Westwind journey with a donation on #GivingTuesday! With just a few more weeks left in 2019, we look forward to sharing the many types of journeys and experiences that Westwind provides to thousands of children and families each year. With your help, we can continue to create more Westwind journeys and memories that…
Get Your Tickets To The Westwind Talent Show!
Grab your friends and family for a fun evening of entertainment with your fellow Westwind alumni, campers, and friends. Ticket purchases and donations will support Westwind camperships and programs. Event Details: The Westwind Talent Show: Community Fundraiser November 23, 2019 4 PM – Social Hour 5-7 PM – Performances Wayfinding Academy – Navigation Hall 8010…
2020 Camp Registration Opens Today!
2020 Camp Registration opens at 9am on November 1, 2020! Don’t miss your opportunity to register for 2020 Camp Westwind youth and family sessions, as well as special programs like Stewardship Weekends and Mushroom Camp! Learn more about Westwind’s 2020 camp offerings View 2020 Camp Calendar Learn more about Youth Camps Learn more about Teen Camps …
The Current: Westwind’s Quarterly Newsletter – Fall 2019
Fall at Westwind The change in season in the temperate coastal rainforest is gradual, but already there are signs of fall. With more frequent rainy days the mushrooms are popping up along the trails, and maple and alder have started to turn. Fall is also one of the last chances in the year to visit…
Westwind Hosts 6th Annual Welcome the Salmon Home Event
Braving the rain, over 100 guests, community partners, and partner organizations joined us for a celebration of salmon, biodiversity, and conservation by the Salmon river at Westwind for the 6th Annual Welcome the Salmon Home Event. One of only two days a year for the public to come to Westwind free of charge, guests enjoyed…
Summer Camp Update
Since the beginning of our summer camp season in June, hundreds of children and families have had the opportunity to share life-changing experiences at Westwind. With just one session left to go, our campers and amazing camp staff will be catching the last rays of summer sunsets on the Westwind shore! Session 5 – Camp…
Thank you, Westwind Stewards!
In June, we had the pleasure of honoring our generous stewards who make up our caring and passionate community of volunteers, donors, and board members at the Steward Appreciation Luncheon at Westwind. Together, we all work together to keep Westwind going strong each year. In 2018, this meant over 1,245 hours of volunteer service, and…