The City of Ocean Shores Information

Written by on September 22, 2022

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Join us for a Spectacular 4th of July Fireworks Display at High Dunes Trail!

Ocean Shores residents and visitors, mark your calendars for an unforgettable celebration of our nation’s birthday!  We invite you to join us at the High Dunes Trail for a mesmerizing firework display that you can enjoy from the safety and comfort of the trail.

Date: July 4th
 Time: 5:00 PM to midnight
 Location: High Dunes Trail

This open and free event is perfect for the whole family!  Bring your coolers, lawn chairs, friends, and family, and get ready to be amazed by the breathtaking fireworks show.

To ensure everyone’s safety, please adhere to the following rules:
No fireworks, sparklers, or incendiary devices of any kind
 No grills, BBQ’s, or campfires

Rest assured, the Ocean Shores Fire Department and the AVERT team will be patrolling the trail throughout the evening, making sure everything runs smoothly. So please, find a spot and be seated on the side of the trail nearest the ocean.

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to celebrate our nation’s birthday in style!  Mark your calendars, invite your friends, and join us for an unforgettable safe evening of fireworks and community spirit. See you there! 

 

 

Good Afternoon,  The following information has been posted to the city website, calendar and news brief as well as an event created on the city social media account.  Save the Date!   The Ocean Shores Airport Development and Operating Committee is thrilled to invite you to the highly-anticipated 2024 Airport Appreciation Day on August 24th! Get ready for an unforgettable day filled with excitement and adventure at the Ocean Shores Municipal Airport! Watch captivating aviation demonstrations that will leave you in awe! Indulge in mouthwatering food from local vendors that will satisfy your cravings! Immerse yourself in the rich history of the Ocean Shores Municipal Airport and discover its fascinating journey! Stay tuned for more exciting updates and detailed information about the event. We can’t wait to share all the amazing surprises that await you! Mark your calendars and get ready to have an unforgettable day of fun, food, and aviation marvels!

Driving on the beach is NOT recommended and is not for everyone especially if you have not driven on sand before. If you decide to drive on the beach, you do so at your own risk.

The beach is a state highway; all licensing, registration and rules of the road apply the same as city streets.

Things to remember:

No parking on any beach approach.

4-wheel drive is STRONGLY recommended.

The speed limit is 25 MPH.

Do not drive in the sand dunes.

ATV’s are not allowed on beach approaches or on the beach (OSMC 10.32.030.)

Stay ON hard-packed sand.

Stay OFF clam beds and soft “sugar” sand.

Be aware of tides.

Be aware of pedestrians, pets, wildlife, seal pups, and debris like large logs.

Areas Closed to Vehicles Apr. 15 – Labor Day are south of the Chance Ala Mer entrance and north of Pacific Ave entrance.

Visit the city website for more information

https://www.osgov.com/visitors/beach_safety___rules.php

The following has been posted to the city, police, and fire social media accounts. This is the beginning of the week long strategically planned informational pushed to multiple platforms:

 

FOURTH OF JULY COMING SOON

Fireworks Area

On the beach from the Damon Rd. approach to the Marine View Dr. approach.

No fireworks are allowed in the city or on the Dune Trail.

Fireworks Hours

July 2 & 3: Noon – 11:00 p.m.

July 4: Noon – 11:59 p.m.

Grays Harbor Auxiliary Volunteer Emergency Resource Team (AVERT) will have First Aid Tents in the following locations:

* Damon approach

* Chance approach

* Ocean Lake Way approach

Fireworks Rules

Fire burn restrictions must be adhered to.

Keep at least 100 Ft away from dunes, do not aim towards dunes

Fireworks are not allowed on any portion of the Dune Trail

No fireworks are allowed on decks or balconies of hotels or residential properties;

No fireworks in the city

Legal fireworks only; no bottle rocket-type fireworks

Per OSMC 8.12.025 Fireworks—Restricted use.

It is unlawful for any person to use, discharge, ignite or explode any fireworks within the city except on the beach between the Marine View Drive Beach Access and the Damon Beach Approach a minimum of one hundred feet west of the dunes. (Ord. 845 § 3, 2008: Ord. 582 § 1, 1995)

Dune Trail

Hours – July 4th 5pm – 12 am

Parking for the Dune Trail is in designated areas only and is first come, first serve.

Dune Trail Rules

No Fireworks allowed, including sparklers

No BBQs

No Campfires

Set up your seating area on the ocean side of the Trail leaving room for Emergency Vehicles to pass.

Lawn Chairs and coolers are permitted.

In case of emergency, colored flags will be placed on the High Dune trail compliments of ACE Hardware. These flags will be your location reference. The flag placement will be, starting at the entrance of the Chance A La Mer beach approach ( Shilo side), Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue and ending with purple at the Damon Road approach.

Tune into 88.9 FM for Music and Emergency Messaging

For more information please visit the City of Ocean Shores Website at:

https://www.osgov.com/visitors/4th_of_july.php


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