April 27 - May 3, 2025
🌊 Chateau Westport Weekly Newsletter
📅 April 27–2 May 3, 2025
Spring has sprung!
May kicks off the start of Mental Health Awareness Month- so stay tuned for tips and tricks to help you relieve stress and tap into that zen coastal lifestyle!
💚 Mental Health Awareness Month | Tips for a Healthier Mind 🧠
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and we’re taking time to share a few gentle reminders and practical tips that can help improve mental wellness—whether you're managing a diagnosis or simply seeking better balance.
Here are tips for five of the most common mental health challenges:
🌧️ 1. Depression
Get outside: Natural light and movement—even just 10 minutes—can boost your mood.
Break tasks into small steps and celebrate each one.
Stay connected: Reach out to someone you trust, even just to say hello.
💬 Remember: There’s no “one-size-fits-all” for mental health. If you're struggling, reaching out is a sign of strength—not weakness.
Looking for a peaceful place to rest and recharge? Chateau Westport is always here to offer a calming escape. 🌊
🦪 Razor Clam Digging Schedule (via WDFW)
Get ready to dig! Here’s the confirmed clam dig this week:
April 27, Sunday, 6:40 a.m.; -1.5 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
April 28, Monday, 7:25 a.m.; -2.0 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
April 29, Tuesday, 8:12 a.m.; -2.2 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
April 30, Wednesday, 9:00 a.m.; -2.0 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
May 1, Thursday, 9:52 a.m.; -1.6 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
May 2, Friday, 10:47 a.m.; -0.9 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (digging extended until 2 p.m.)
May 3, Saturday, 11:48 a.m.; -0.2 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (digging extended until 2 p.m.)
(Always double-check dates at the WDFW website before heading out.)
👉 Special Offer: Use promo code CLAM20 for 20% off your stay at Chateau Westport during clam digs. (Restrictions apply.)
🎣 Fishing Derby Update
Westport Charterboat Association Derby continues—win big with over $60,000 in prizes still available:
🎣 $10,000 Grand Prize: Largest Chinook Salmon
🏆 $1,500 Largest Coho Salmon
🐟 $1,000 Largest Halibut
🎣 $1,500 Largest Ling Cod
Daily & weekly prizes ongoing!
👉 Special Offer: Use promo code FISH20 for 20% off accommodations at Chateau Westport. (Restrictions apply.)
🎭 Local Events & Activities
April 27 (Sun):
🏋️♀️YMCA Healthy Kids Day
📍 Hoquiam
🕑 All Day
Free to the community, fun, family event featuring all things “healthy!”April 27 (Sun):
🫖 Mystery Tea Party
📍 McCleary Museum & Event Center
🕑 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Enjoy an afternoon of intrigue and refreshments at this themed tea party.April 27 (Sun):
💎GH Gem & Geology Rock & Gem Show
📍 Grays Harbor Fairgrounds, ElmaMay 2 (Fri):
🎨 First Friday Art Walk
📍 Aberdeen Art Center
🕑 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Enjoy live music on stage, artist demonstrations, snacks and new art.
May 2–3 (Fri–Sat):
👽 UFO/Paranormal Summit
📍 Ocean Shores Convention Center
Engage with researchers and enthusiasts discussing UFOs and paranormal phenomena.May 3–4 (Sat–Sun):
🪁 Ocean Shores Kite Invasion
📍 Ocean Shores Beach
Witness a spectacular display of kites filling the sky in this annual event.
🧜♀️ Mermaid Festival at the International Mermaid Museum
Dive into the final weekend of the Mermaid Festival:
Dates: April 26–27
Time: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Location: International Mermaid Museum at Westport Winery Garden Resort
Enjoy live mermaid performances, educational exhibits, local artisans, and family-friendly activities celebrating the lore of mermaids and ocean ecology.
👉 Stay & Save: Use coupon code MERMAID25 for 25% off your stay at Chateau Westport during the festival weekend. (Restrictions apply.)
Learn more at the International Mermaid Museum's website.
🦆 30th Annual Grays Harbor Shorebird Festival
Celebrate the incredible migration of shorebirds at the Grays Harbor Shorebird Festival:
Dates: April 25–27
Headquarters: Hoquiam Middle School
Activities: Guided birdwatching tours, educational workshops, lectures, and activities for all ages
Witness thousands of shorebirds as they stop to rest and feed in Grays Harbor during their northern migration. It's a must-see event for bird enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.
For more information, visit the Shorebird Festival's website.
May 3: 🦪 43rd Annual Oyster Feed
Time: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Ocosta Recreation Hall (approximately 5 miles east of Westport)
Enjoy all-you-can-eat oysters and support local community initiatives.
🌟 Local Business Spotlight: Tokeland Candle Works
🕯️ This week we're lighting the spotlight on Tokeland Candle Works, where coastal charm meets hand-poured perfection. Located in the heart of Tokeland, this small-batch candle company creates beautifully crafted scents inspired by the sea, sand, and salty air of the Washington coast.
Each candle is made with eco-friendly ingredients and a whole lot of love—perfect for gifting or setting the mood after a day on the beach.
📍 Visit them in Grayland, WA (Inside The Castaways Cottage)
👉 Follow on Facebook
👉 Follow on Instagram
Support small, shop coastal, and bring a little local light into your life.
🌦️ Weekly Weather Forecast:
Sunday, April 27: 🌤️ Partly Cloudy; High 58°F, Low 45°F
Monday, April 28: 🌥️ Mostly Cloudy; High 57°F, Low 44°F
Tuesday, April 29: 🌧️ Showers; High 55°F, Low 43°F
Wednesday, April 30: 🌦️ AM Showers; High 56°F, Low 44°F
Thursday, May 1: ⛅ Partly Sunny; High 59°F, Low 46°F
Friday, May 2: ☀️ Sunny; High 61°F, Low 47°F
Saturday, May 3: 🌤️ Mostly Sunny; High 62°F, Low 48°F
📸 Guest Photo of the Week
Got an amazing Westport shot? Email it to jennzandes@chateauwestport.com for a chance to be featured in next week’s newsletter!
📷: Fletcher Drew- Westport, Pacific Ocean Sunset
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