Monthly Archives: July 2010
Community Scavenger Hunt in Yachats
All skill levels are invited to the first Community Scavenger Hunt in Yachats. Meet at the Yachats Youth and Family Activities Program on Friday, August 27th at 2:00 PM. From there, we will be forming groups and trekking our way into the community, to the beach, or nearby trails to complete the assigned missions. Groups will meet back at the Yachats Commons and present their findings in front of a panel of judges. The team with the most points will win grand prizes. But, the fun doesn’t stop there. Everyone is invited to an after community scavenger hunt party with root beer floats! Only $1 entry fee. Registration requested. Call to register at 541-547-4599.
Registration Open for Amazing Artifacts!
Amazing Artifacts
August 9-13
10-2 PM
Come and learn about Yachats’ history, traditions and natives. We will be spending time outdoors; exploring Yachats’ history through nearby trails; identifying wild local food sources and unearthing a few mysteries surrounding past tribal people through artifacts. This class has a participation limit, so hurry and sign-up as registration is required. Deadline: July 30. The cost is $45 and scholarships are available. Call (541)547-4599 to pre-register.
Hurry! Sign-up! Spots are filling up fast!
Beading 101
Ages: 10+
Cost: Free 18 under/ Adults: $1
When: Wednesdays at 4-5 PM
Learn to bead including: stringing necklaces, memorywire bracelets, and cabochon.
Self-Defense 101
Ages: 11+
Cost: Free 18 under/ Adults: $10
When: August 16-20 from 4-6 PM
Learn techniques to help defend yourself in stressful situations. Registration required.
Swing Dance 101
Ages: 11+
Cost: Free
When: Tuesday, August 24th from 4-5 PM
Learn how to swing dance. Registration required.
To register, call (541) 547-4599
HOT NEW La De Da footage produced by Milo Graamans
UPDATE! $400 for YYFAP
On July 11th at the Newport Performing Art Center Milo Graamans and Alexander Rose raised $400 for the Yachats Youth and Family Activities Program. Admission was by donation and they dedicated all the proceeds to benefit the Yachats Youth and Family Activities Program.
Thanks to Graamans, Rose and generous donors help keep our mission strong and thriving.
Every donation provides a safe and supportive environment for children, helps to advocate for youth and families, and to provide and encourage activities that integrate youth into the community.
Fishing 101 at YYFAP
The Yachats Youth and Family Activities Program is now offering a free beginners fishing class. Learn where to fish ; when to fish; and how to choose a rod and reel, baits and lures, rigs, hooks, knots and other fishing tackle. Fishing 101 starts Monday, July 12th and Wednesday, July 14th from 2- 3 PM in the Yachats Commons basement. There will also be a special fishing trip up the Yachats River road on July 17th where participants can practice their new fishing skills. Pre-registration required. To register, please call (541) 547-4599.
Do You Have a Lucky Duck?
Thank you for making the 5th annual Duck Race a success! This year was our best year ever and we rose an astounding—–$5,400! Every duck counts as the proceeds benefit the Yachats Youth and Family Activities Program. Thank all who participated -and especially the genuine support from the community who donated fabulous prizes. Check if you won:
- Heceta Head Bed and Breakfast and Roca Mar Gift certificates: 604
- Deane’s Ocean front Lodge, Drift Inn Restaurant gift certificate, kite and Goul From The Tidal Pool DVD: 631
- Ambrosia Garden Bed and Breakfast, The Wine Place and Luna Sea Restaurant gift certificates: 1047
- Bicycle and helmet: 713
- Skateboard and helmet: 661
Walking stick, book, and Sandmaster park rental: 669
Ocean Beaches Glass Gallery Art: 1024
Art from the Wave Gallery & Touchstone Gallery and Duckie Soap: 1042
Jabookabee Candles and Village Bean gift certificate: 736
Ukelele lessons with Jim D’Ville and Duckie Soap: 684
Edge Glass Gallery Float: 517
Yachats Village shopping gift certificates: 698
Yachats Clothing from Paddy Kait and Visitor’s Center: 785
Pearls-in-a-Fish Box from Toad Hall, Duckie Soap, and Natural Selection gift certificate: 723
Bear Carving: 1008
Books, craft package and Newport Aquarium tickets: 546
South Beach Fish Market and La Maison gift certificates and Duckie Soap: 593
Sandland Adventure Passes, Sandmaster park rental, Cheese and Crackers gift certificate, and toys from C & K Market: 715
Distant Shores water pitcher, wind propeller and Garden Center gift certificate: 671
YaTel Motel and Shirley’s gift baskets and Duckie Soap: 1035
Heidi’s Homemade Food Restaurant gift certificate: 602
Sandcastle toy and Sandland Adventure passes:1015
Planet Earth book and Judi Colwell art print: 1058
Topper’s chocolates: 220
Scholarships for Youth Activities in Yachats
The Yachats Youth & Family Activities Program has received a $3000 grant from the Bill Healy Foundation to be used for Summer Explorations scholarships for local children and youth. Summer Explorations are week-long themed day-camps, scheduled from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm each day. Children may stay for Recreation PLUS until 6:00 pm for a small additional fee. This year Summer Explorations include:
5 Days & A Play – led by Robin Murphy
M-F July 12 – 16; 10-2 pm. Performance July 16 at 6:00 pm. Suggested ages: 7-13
A week-long journey through the process of putting on a play. From script to stage, children discover what’s behind the magic of theater. At the end of the week, participants will perform before an audience.
Nature Journals– led by Gretchen Armstrong
M-F July 19-23; 10– 2 pm. Suggested ages: 9-13
Experience and reflect on nature through art, poetry, collages, diagrams, and more- in your very own nature journal.
This Is Who I Am – led by Carol Ritter
M-F July 26-30; 10– 2 pm. Suggested ages: 7-10
Learn about yourself and how to be a friend to others through games, movement, outdoor challenges, and creative activities.
Mystery Festival– led by Debbie Jackson
M-F August 2-6; 10– 2 pm. Suggested ages: 9-13
Conduct forensic science tests and exercise your critical thinking skills as you solve “The Case of the Missing Millionaire.”
Amazing Artifacts – led by Cicely Bernard
M-F August 9-13; 10– 2 pm. Suggested ages: 8 & up. Guardians invited.
Explore Yachats’ history, traditions, and natives. Hike trails, identify wild local food sources and discover artifacts.
Pre-registration for Summer Explorations is required. The cost for each week is $45.00. To register and to ask about scholarships, call 541 547-4599.
Registration deadlines 5 Days & A Play: July 9th Nature Journals: July 16th This Is Who I Am: July 16th Mystery Festival: July 23rd Amazing Artifacts: July 30thYouth Sailing Classes in South County
Back by popular demand! The Yachats Youth & Family Activities Program and the Oregon Boating Foundation are sponsoring sailing classes for youth ages 10 -16 this summer. The classes will take place Monday – Friday, July 26 – 30, from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm at Eckman Lake in Waldport. Classes will include boater safety training, knots and nautical terminology, and lots of time on the water in sailboats. Instructors are certified by U.S. Sailing. Students must be able to swim 50 yards, and tread water for two minutes. The cost of the class series is $110.00 ; Scholarships are available. Registration deadline is July 16. For more information, or to register, call 547-4599.
