“The ocean was big that day, my friend” would be the caption for January 1, 2020. The word went out on social media early that the Manzanita Polar Plunge was “cancelled.” What…
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New Year’s Day Polar Plunges: Manzanita/Neahkahnie Beach & Cape Lookout State Park
It’s that time of year again to shed your inhibitions, fears and some common sense! Manzanita “the original” Polar Plunge When: New Year’s Day 2020 Location: Neahkahnie Beach (one mile north of…
Twas the Night Before Christmas – A Special Reading …
A family Christmas Eve tradition – reading Twas the Night Before Christmas – the classic story that many can nearly recite from memory. A delightfully fun story and then the idea to…
Diabetes Prevention Program Offers Support, Easy Solutions – Free Informational Orientation Oct. 29th, Noon at Tillamook YMCA
Are you at risk for type 2 diabetes or know someone who is? 1 in 3 people are at risk – and it’s preventable. If you have already received a prediabetes diagnosis…
Tillamook County United Way Announces Partnership with Tillamook YMCA
Tillamook County Family YMCA (The Y) and Tillamook County United Way (TCUW) have formed a partnership with the goal of strengthening financial support for nonprofit programs serving neighbors around Tillamook County. The…
Improving Lives with Otago – Individualized, In-home Exercise Program for Older Adults
By Holly Rudman, NWSDS and Kelly Benson, Tillamook County Family YMCA Many of us take for granted the basic activities of daily life. Getting up out of a chair, walking to the…
“Kaylan from the Y” Talks About Wellness
The Tillamook County Wellness “Why I’m In” interview series highlights our community partners and what has inspired and motivated them to work toward the common goal of improving community health. “WHY I’M…
On the Path to Health and Healing
By Michelle Jenck, Tillamook County Wellness Coordinator Pam Russell’s health journey, like so many others, has had its ups and downs. Along with recovering from cancer and dealing with other life stresses,…
Community Raises Record Amount to Support YMCA
By Sayde Moser-Walker For the YMCA to be successful in Tillamook County, fundraising is key. The Y must secure $200,000 in donations each year to have a sustainable operation. Two major annual…
Local Non-Profits Partner For Greater Good: Emily Critelli named new Executive Director of Tillamook Early Learning Center
By Sayde Moser-Walker In a small, rural community non-profits are essential because they provide much-needed services for community members. Tillamook County is a great example of that, with literally hundreds of non-profits…