Oysterville

We woke this morning to some windy weather. But, we were determined to get out onto the beach. We both bundled up like Nanook of the North and blew our way onto the sand.

The breakers were crazy with the wind and there was very little find. Still, we walked a half mile before turning back. We were all alone with the exception of an empty truck parked near the dunes. I guess we are the only ones crazy enough to be out in this weather.

After lunch, we decided to drive to the north end of the Long Beach spit. Most of the time we couldn't even see the water. We ended up at the Leadbetter Park and wildlife viewing area but didn't see anything.

On our way back we stumbled upon Oysterville. This interesting little town was founded in 1855 and became a National Historic District in 1976.

This pretty little church was built in 1892 and is still used occasionally for weddings and funerals.


There are many of the original houses still in use, as well as the Oysterville Cemetery. You just never know what you are going to run across when an afternoon drive beckons.