The Captain’s Log – May 2, 2020
Entry no. 6 – May 2, 2020 By Scotty Evens, Site Manager & Ferry Captain It was good to have the sun back after a couple of misty days. It seems to energize everything. This week we saw the False lily of the valley push it blooms up as well as the Pacific rhododendron with…
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Update Regarding Summer Programs
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…
The Captain’s Log – April 24, 2020
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….
Celebrate Earth Day with a Gift to Westwind
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….
The Captain’s Log – Week 4
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…
The Captain’s Log – Week 3
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…
The Captain’s Log – Week 2
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…
Ways to Help Westwind This Week
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…
The Captain’s Log – March 26, 2020
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…