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Fall at Westwind is a magical time. The deciduous trees’ bright yellow and red leaves dot the forest, winter storms wash up all manner of unique discoveries on our shores, and foggy fall mornings are best enjoyed with a hot cup of coffee or hot chocolate. The time is now to register for our 2024…

Westwind believes strongly in the value of education as a tool to conserve the environment. Allowing children and families to experience nature and learn from real-life experiences inspires people to be stewards of the environment and their communities. Environmental education promotes an understanding of the interdependence of the natural world and fosters a desire for…

We are no strangers to water at Westwind. From the waves of the Pacific Ocean and the currents of the Salmon River to the rain that falls on our heads and the groundwater that runs beneath our feet, water is all around us. That is why it is so vital that we protect our waterways…

History In 1974, President Gerald R. Ford established the Cascade Head Scenic Research Area (CHSRA). This act created the first Scenic Research Area in the United States to protect unique habitats and promote sustainable access to the land. “to provide present and future generations with the use and enjoyment of certain ocean headlands, rivers, streams,…

Help Support the Westwind Donation Drive With warmer weather on the horizon and the tulips blooming, many of us are sorting through our closets, basements, and storage sheds and looking to clear some space. As you shake off the winter clutter, consider donating used clothing, outdoor supplies, and games to support Westwind programming. During our…

Multi-Stream Compost Food waste is a main source of waste at Westwind. However, it is also one of the easiest kinds of waste to keep out of the landfill. We utilize a multi-stream compost system to promote sustainability, produce usable materials, and keep food scraps from entering the landfill. Fresh scraps from the kitchen are…

Many of the appliances, systems, and vehicles we use at Westwind require energy to operate. While there is no doubt that these resources are needed to operate Westwind, wherever possible, we work to minimize the energy we consume. Where we can’t reduce our energy usage, we look for solutions to replace our energy usage with…

Join us April 20th to Celebrate Earth Day We are excited to welcome you to Westwind’s scenic beach and green forests on April 20, 2024, from 10 am to 3 pm. Come spend the day walking along the Salmon River, learning from a selection of coastal conservation organizations, and celebrating Earth Day. Food and snacks…

Last weekend was our second annual Spring Family Camp. Like our Fall Family Camp programs, Spring Family Camp welcomed many families to explore the shores of Westwind. During the weekend, we celebrated the start of spring and built community during meals, campfire, and morning coffee chats on the slab. The flowers bloomed, and the weather…

During the winter months, Westwind has been hard at work preparing for another year of visitors. Our site team has been making repairs to our facilities. Although maintaining camp is a never-ending process, it is important to celebrate the projects we have completed lately. Scroll through this post and read about the newly remodeled Hidel,…