WILD THINGS
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WILD THINGS 〰️
Unleash your wild side! Mark your calendars for May 11th and prepare to dive into the enchanting world of Wild Things in Yachats.
Discover and rediscover ways to interact with the natural beauty around us. Stay tuned for an event where imagination roams free and the wonders of nature take center stage. Are you ready to join the parade of the wild and wonderful?
Wild Things Festival - Yachats, Oregon
Join us in Yachats for the Wild Things Festival, a family-friendly event that celebrates the incredible biodiversity of the Oregon coast. Held on May 11th, this unique festival is a tribute to the wild flora and fauna that make our coastal region so special.
What to Expect:
Music and Entertainment: Enjoy live music and performances that will keep you entertained throughout the day. Featuring a performance from Your Song My Song and various talents throughout the day!
Educational and Interactive Booths and Workshops: Walk around and explore booths by many organizations, create art, learn, and participate in workshops where you can learn about local wildlife, conservation efforts, and how you can help protect our natural environment.
Guided Nature Walks: Explore the beauty of the Oregon coast with guided plant and animal walks, tide pool adventures, and more. Yachats has amazing spaces to explore and learn about so much more!
Viewing Stations: Get up close and personal with the wild inhabitants of our region through various viewing stations.
Crafts and Activities: Build your own bird and bee houses, create nature-inspired crafts, and join in on other fun activities.
Native Plant Sale: Take home a piece of the wild with our plant sale featuring native species. Hosted by MidCoast Watersheds Council and Lincoln Soil and Water Conservation District.
Parade of Wild Things: Dress up as your favorite wild creature and join the parade! Whether you're a sea slug, a towering tree, or a playful otter, all are welcome to celebrate the wild side of life. Five, larger-than-life, animal puppets will join the parade of the Wild Things! Get ready to join in the fun!
Event Details:
Date: May 11th
Location: Yachats, Oregon
Admission: Free
Join Us: The Wild Things Festival is a non-profit event sponsored by the Yachats Chamber of Commerce. It's an opportunity to celebrate, educate, and have fun while honoring the wild things that call the Oregon coast home. We encourage participants of all ages to dress up, get involved, and immerse themselves in the wonders of our natural world.
Don't miss this chance to connect with nature, learn something new, and enjoy a day filled with wild adventures. See you in Yachats!
Groups that will be joining in the fun for Wild Things!
Coast Range Association
Yachats Public Library
Oregon Shores Conservation Coalition
MidCoast Watershed Council
Lincoln Soil and Water Conservation District
Audubon Society of Lincoln City
SWIFTY
Oregon Coast National Wildlife Refuges
Oregon Coast Aquarium
Elakha Alliance
Oregon Sea Grant
View the Future
Cape Perpetua Collaborative
Pollinator 101
Oregon Fish and Wildlife
