You might not know how spectacular winter kayaking is, which means you really need to come experience it for yourself! The tides are highest in winter allowing paddlers to get watery access further up rivers creeks and streams. The weather is warmer at the coast in the winter, so get out of the valley and […]
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Kayak Garibaldi
Garibaldi has kayaking opportunities for everyone at every level. Beginners can stay in the safety of the Harbor, while more advanced paddlers may venture out into Tillamook Bay. The Three Graces, Crab Harbor and Kilches Point are some popular destinations. Come paddle winter, spring, fall or summer!! Don’t wait a moment longer! Be sure to […]
Blessing of the Fleet
Photo by Joe Happ It’s Official! Port of Garibaldi Manager Mike Saindon advised city staff that this year’s Blessing of the Fleet will take place at the Port on Sunday, May 24 beginning at 10:00 a.m. The Garibaldi Lions Club Fish Fry will take place beginning at noon, and generally goes until they run out […]
Kentucky Derby of Crustaceans: the Garibaldi Crab Races
By Dena Weigel Bell With the call of a bugle the competitors get ready at the gate. Pop! goes the starter’s gun, and—they’re off! Six pink Dungeness crabs, clawing and crawling their way as fast as they can to the finish line. Behind each crustacean, their sponsors cheer, cajole and counsel each crab onto a […]