Dan Ayres

It is a really classic Northwest way to ring in the New Year, that's for sure. If the weather is read more

It is a really classic Northwest way to ring in the New Year, that's for sure. If the weather is good, it's going to be great.

Last year was a banner year. Digging probably won't be quite as good this year, but we'll still have a read more

Last year was a banner year. Digging probably won't be quite as good this year, but we'll still have a lot of clams to harvest.

We know that digging razor clams is a holiday tradition for a lot of families, and the tides cooperated this read more

We know that digging razor clams is a holiday tradition for a lot of families, and the tides cooperated this year.

Starting in April, the lowest tides are in the morning, so that's when we schedule the digs. These morning digs read more

Starting in April, the lowest tides are in the morning, so that's when we schedule the digs. These morning digs tend to be very popular, partly because we often get good weather.

Those who wait could face long lines at licensing outlets on the coast,. Nobody wants to be standing in line read more

Those who wait could face long lines at licensing outlets on the coast,. Nobody wants to be standing in line to buy a license at low tide.