Sea Urchin, Sea Cucumber, Scallop, and Clam forage trip at Freshwater Bay

Description
Imagine a weekend escape to the serene shores of Freshwater Bay, where the thrill of foraging meets the beauty of nature. Picture yourself harvesting a bounty of sea urchins, sea cucumbers, scallops, gooseneck barnacles, and other delectable shellfish. This unique adventure offers a rare opportunity to gather sea urchins, which are best found during the winter months when the tides are low and later in the day.
As you explore the vibrant tidal pools and rocky outcrops, you’ll be immersed in the rich marine life that calls this bay home. The crisp, salty air and the gentle sound of waves create a perfect backdrop for this hands-on experience.
After a day of foraging, take a short trip to nearby Port Angeles. Here, you can stroll through charming streets, visit local shops, and enjoy fresh seafood at cozy restaurants. The town’s scenic views of the Olympic Mountains and the Strait of Juan de Fuca add to the allure of this coastal getaway.
Whether you’re a seasoned forager or a curious beginner, this weekend trip promises an unforgettable blend of adventure, relaxation, and discovery. 🌊🦀🌿

Airbnb spots and costs
We have 2 airbnbs split between 14 people. It'll be $100 each person for a spot. The spots will be first come/pay first serve. Deadline for refund is December 15th after which refunds are only possible if someone on the waitlist can take your spot.

Payment methods:
Make sure payment is for friends/family

• Zelle
• Paypal
• Venmo
• CashApp

Equipment to bring

1. Headlamp
2. License
3. Waders(if going for anything other than clams, mussels, and oysters)
4. Grabber
5. Gloves
6. Knife
7. Water
8. Change of Clothes
9. Cooking equipment
10. Buckets/containers
11. Food to share
12. Shellfish gauge for size requirements
13. Your host will bring a scale to weigh your clams
14. Shovels(Clamming is backup if we can't get urchins)
15. Shucking knife and Tupperware(Oysters is also backup)
16. Things you want to bring to airbnb

Itinerary

1. 5:00PM Drive to airbnb
2. 9:00PM Cook and Eat Hotpot at bigger Airbnb. Haeun is an amazing cook :)
3. 9:00 AM Eat breakfast at airbnb
4. 10:00AM Explore Port Angeles Mural Trail
5. 12:00PM Eat Lunch at Port Angeles
6. 1:30PM Go to FreshWater Bay to explore
7. 2:30PM Begin Foraging for Food
8. 5:30PM Head back to Airbnb
9. 6:30PM Everyone eat together at bigger Airbnb
10. 10:30 AM Checkout of airbnb
11. 11:30 AM Go to the Elwha Klallam Carnegie Museum
12. 2:00 PM Head Home

License
You will need to buy an annual shellfish license or a temporary combination license.
https://fishhunt.dfw.wa.gov/login

Harvest Times
Low tide is at 2:37-5:30 pm on Saturday so this is when we will forage. It's possible we harvest on Friday or Sunday afternoon but this is unlikely unless people are agreeing to take Friday or Monday off. Also if it gets too dark we will leave for safety reasons.

Regulations
Be sure to read the regulations

Sea Urchin Forage Info
Be sure to read this guide

This is the only sea cucumber species we can harvest
California Sea Urchin
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Species confirmed to be spotted at freshwater bay

1. Sea Urchins
2. Sea Cucumbers
3. Gooseneck barnacles
4. Scallops
5. Clams
6. Oysters
7. Mussels

Communication
WhatsApp

Carpool
We will arrange carpools in the whatsapp chat.

Do you need to dive?
No. You will only need waders. Waders are required and rain boots won't suffice unless you want to risk hypothermia. If you don't have or want to get waders, you can join us for clamming with a shovel.

Liability
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