Olympic Family Camp: Day 2 Highlights

We began the day with two of our favorite traditions—our Book Buddy Exchange and our Mascot Handoff! Campers of all ages gathered together to trade books, share stories, and kick off a day of discovery. And in true Family Camp spirit, we passed along our beloved camp mascots, Odder and Olly (yes, there’s a baby otter now!), to a group that radiated leadership, kindness, and helpfulness. Tonya, Melody, and Tracy were the perfect team to give them a day to remember. 🦦💛📚

Then it was off to Salt Creek and Crescent Beach, where the tidepools welcomed us with a vibrant world beneath the surface. We spotted:
🌟 Sea stars in every color
🌊 Sea anemones and cucumbers nestled in rocky crevices
🪼 Jellyfish, moon fish, barnacles, mussels, snails, and more

The rangers were phenomenal—helping us slow down, look closer, and really see the magic of the marine ecosystem.

After lunch in the park, we settled into a quiet journaling session to capture our sea adventures in words and sketches. That flowed right into a pollinator lesson with our fantastic ambassadors, where Q-tips became pollen collectors for our field journals (though for a moment, we definitely thought Dawn was handing out earwax—words really do matter! 😂).

Dinner was a delicious Italian feast, and the evening brought even more exploration with our “Log Investigator” field study—where we had our first sightings of banana slugs! 🟡🐌

We closed out the day gathered together for a beautiful outdoor screening of “Out There: A National Park Story.” Every time we watch it, it feels more powerful—especially surrounded by a community that’s learning, laughing, and growing together.

Special thanks to our incredible ambassadors—at Family Camp, when you serve, your whole family becomes part of the adventure. And that’s exactly what makes it unforgettable. 💛

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