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White bells soon to be purplish-black jewels of goodness. Vaccinium ovatum (Evergreen Huckleberry) is one of Westwind’s prolific plant verities. Various conditions (rain, temperature, etc.) affect the number of blossoms and size of fruit. In a few months it will be berry picking time!  

Westwind wins 2016 Best Overnight Summer Camp Award from NW Kids Magazine. Thanks to ALL! http://www.nwkidsmagazine.com/2016/04/portlands-best-summer-camps-2016-winners/

Anyone remember sleeping in these cabins? Would love to hear stories of the ‘old’ cabins – sliding wood shutters, no power, etc.

We need your help to Save Outdoor School for All! The time to rally is NOW.  Time is running out to raise the signatures and funds needed to get a measure on the 2016 ballot to #SaveOutdoorSchool. There are so many ways to get involved, what are you waiting for? Sign the petition: http://bit.ly/1LgQ79i Volunteer: http://bit.ly/23pUzO9…

We are still trying to pinpoint the exact location of Westwind’s former Boathouse . . . does anyone remember what boats were stored in the boathouse?

Let the world know that you think Westwind is the Best Camp in the Northwest! Vote every day from today to April 15! We are in multiple categories. http://www.nwkidsmagazine.com/portlands-best-summer-camps-contest/

What was the Fraser Farm area officially called when it was first purchased in 1972?

We still have openings for Westwind’s Spring Stewardship Weekend (March 11-13)! Projects include: Invasive species removal Native plant landscaping Beach/River clean-up Trail work Firewood production Cabin repairs Kitchen help Kitchen detail (cleaning) Painting Demolition Building projects Bird watching Marine debris survey [xyz-ihs snippet=”Register-Button”]

Each Monday we will post upcoming camps, volunteer opportunities, workshops and other events. Stay tuned! Volunteer at Westwind March 11-13 Spring Stewardship Weekend. Westwind invites you volunteer service weekends that include site work, cleaning, and conservation (ages 13 and up). Register Now Learn at Westwind March 19-21 Wilderness First Aid Course Register now March 19-26 Wilderness…

Westwind extends a warm welcome to the Wetlands Conservancy as it hosts its “2016 Westwind Weekend.”  Wetlands Conservancy staff and visiting experts are leading discussions, tours, and activities focused on the robust heritage of ecological restoration in the Salmon River estuary. Visit the Wetlands Conservancy website and learn about their inspiring work “to permanently protect and conserve Oregon’s greatest wetlands…