Become a dab hand at nature bingo

Munson Falls

If you’ve never looked out from Cape Lookout, spit off the end of the Bayocean Spit or burned some energy at the Coal Creek Trailhead, now is a great time to B-I-N-GO outside and win prizes with a fun adventure game designed by Tillamook County Wellness.

After months of uncertainty and with social distancing being as important as ever, the Explore Your Outdoors BINGO adventure provides a healthful way for families to get active outdoors and gain a new perspective, using a classic BINGO card to encourage people to discover (or rediscover) the natural treasures, trails and side trips that can be found in Tillamook County.

The BINGO card lists 24 locations and activity suggestions for local day trips and outings. Most locations are family-friendly and highly accessible to people of all abilities; and game information and materials are available in both English and Spanish.

Though suggested activities are heavy on hikes; visiting a farmers market, going fishing and disc golf are some of the other fun options featured in the squares.

You can play the game online, but physical cards are available if you prefer that option. Complete five of the activities listed in a horizontal, vertical or diagonal row and you can enter to win a prize from sponsors that include Manzanita News & Espresso, Flamingo Jim‘s, Oregon State Parks, Moment Surf Co., Stimulus Coffee, Kayak Tillamook, Nestucca Adventures, Tillamook Sporting Goods, Five Rivers Coffee, Toylandia, Bahama Mama‘s and Tillamook County Parks.

 Anyone who gets a blackout by completing all of the activities will be entered to win a Pendleton Blanket or a guide kayak tour for two. The adventure runs through Friday, Sept. 25, and prize drawings will be held weekly until Sept. 28.

Pick up a card and trail guide and return your completed entry form for prize entry at one of the following locations: The Inn at Cape Kiwanda in Pacific City, the NCRD in Nehalem and the Tillamook YMCA.

Please follow all necessary safety and distancing guidelines and be prepared for changes in weather; take plenty of water and snacks. Some services, including restrooms, running water and trash cans may not be available at all locations.  Recreate responsibly — leaving places better than how you found them.

Check out what your competition is up to on social media @TillamookCountyWellness on Instagram or Facebook  and using the tags #ExploreYourOutdoors and #MakingHealthyHappen.

For complete details, including a digital version of the BINGO card and location map, go to www.tillamookcountywellness.org/bingo.

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