‘Fall Newsletter’
360.877.9350
Commissioners:
Terry Brazil – Lake Cushman
Mike Petz – Potlatch
John O’Laughlin – Potlatch
The New Public Restrooms in Hoodsport have proven to be an incredible asset to the Community and its Visitors. The Port completed the installation of the public restrooms in April 2013 with the support of the Hoodsport IGA owners, Mike & Geri Purvis who provided the property in which the restrooms are situated and the septic system area with a more than generous ‘no cost lease’. Over 75 people attended a grand opening celebration that was held with the Port Commissioners in attendance BBQ ing and serving hot dogs, chips & drinks.
The Hoodsport Trail Park has extended
hiking trails to the South side of State Route 119 parallel to the Lake Cushman golf course. The hiking trail was completed last summer by the WSU 4H Forestry crew who blazed an additional mile of hiking trails. This winter; wood signs will be made to identify hiking trails, bridges, trees, points of interest, flora, fauna and animals throughout the 80 acres. The signs will be installed in the Spring of 2014. 16,000 trees that were planted as part of the reforestation project after removing dead and diseased trees are now thriving throughout the park.
On Saturday July 6, 2013 the Hoodsport Community Events Assn. sponsored the 29th annual Celebrate Hoodsport Fireworks event. This event draws thousands of people to Hoodsport and Lake Cushman areas over the Independence Day week end. The Port of Hoodsport provided a clean and safe environment at the Port Marina for the pyrotechnics crew to set off the fireworks. State Troopers, Sheriffs and a Tow Truck were all part of the Ports concern for Public Safety and Traffic Control. Parking areas close to the fireworks were reserved for the local Hoodsport fire department and Medic One.
Port Commissioners were in attendance to support the grand opening of the local Hardware Store Distillery who celebrated with a ribbon cutting by the Mason County Chamber of Commerce.
The Port of Hoodsport Port Commissioners look forward to hosting a public meeting and spaghetti dinner in the Spring of 2014 to welcome the public’s ideas on future Port projects.
The Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony will be held in front of the IGA on a Sunday in December. The Lady Alderbrook boat will bring Carolers’ who will disembark at the Port of Hoodsport Marina dock to join the festivities.
Overnight moorage is available at the Port’s Marina dock on a first come first served basis for a $10. p/night fee. Crabbing season this year has been extended through December 2013.