Most cyclists are familiar with the Olympic Discovery Trail (ODT), which will extend from Port Townsend, right through Forks, and out to LaPush and the Pacific. However, only a few elite mountain bikers have, as of yet, experienced of the outstanding ODT Adventure Route. Read the rest of this entry »
It’s Makah Days in Neah Bay this weekend! The Makah Nation invites everyone to join in their 84th Annual Makah Days Celebration this weekend, August, 22-24th. The event begins at noon Friday, August 22nd and continues throughout the weekend. Read the rest of this entry »
“TWILIGHT, the first film in Summit Entertainment’s thriller romance franchise, has moved up its North American release date to Friday, November 21, 2008.” For the full story, go to Summit Entertainment’s site. Read the rest of this entry »
The 257-ft. long “tall ship” Gloria recently stopped off of Neah Bay on its way from area tall ship festivals. The 40-year-old, three-masted ship serves as a training school for naval and marine officers of the Columbian armed forces. Thanks to Chris Cook and the Forks Forum, there’s a well-done slide show of the visit for all to enjoy. Read the rest of this entry »
OK, it almost has a “Blair Witch” feel to it, but this cute-as-a-bug’s-ear video, called Twilight Tour in Forks, recently caught our attention. For one thing, it’s not filmed in some poser town down by Portland–this is real footage from Forks, WA, the “real” home of Twilight. Read the rest of this entry »
One of our finest local hikes, the Hoh River to Third Beach route, was recently featured in Backpacker magazine. While not for beginners, this hike offers access to some of the most stunning beach scenery in the world. Read the rest of this entry »
West End Thunder (aka WET) presents more smokin’ drag races August 16th and 17th right there at the Municipal Airport at the south end of town on Highway 101. In addition to the 1/8 mi. drags, there will be show and shines and other events coordinated with the Rainforest Run, which is also happening that weekend. Read the rest of this entry »
It’s time for the latest installment of the Twilight saga. And what better place to buy your copy than in Forks? And it’s even raining, just for atmosphere . . . .
You’ll find us camped out somewhere between the Fern Gallery and Chinook Pharmacy, right there on Forks Avenue in Downtown Forks. Read the rest of this entry »
The secret’s out! Forks is CRAWLING with Twilight fans. Even the Seattle Times is fanning the fire with its recent front page article featuring Forks and Twilighters. The article, which appeared Sunday, July 27th, includes a set of photos taken in Forks and the surrounding area. Read the rest of this entry »
All motorcyclists are welcome to join the inaugural Rainforest Run August 16th and 17th. This new run is the only one on the Olympic Peninsula and it’s a first for Forks. All forms of 2-wheel transportation are welcome at this family-oriented event. Read the rest of this entry »
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