April is Oyster Month at Alderbrook Resort
Oysters are available year round at local farms in Mason County waters including South Puget Sound and Hood Canal, but according to the folks at Alderbrook Resort and Spa in Union, the best month for oysters on Hood Canal is April and that's why they "shell"-ebrate with some great oyster-centric events for guests and visitors.
In the spring, Hood Canal’s nutrient-rich waters contribute to oysters developing a balanced flavor profile, with a refreshing mix of minerality and ocean salinity. The water is colder, which slows oyster reproduction and keeps their meat firm, sweet, and briny. As the water starts to warm, algae blooms provide natural food for oysters, enhancing their taste without pushing them into spawning mode just yet. By April, they’re plump from winter feeding, and local oyster farms are harvesting some of their best selections.
Alderbrook Oyster Month Activities:
Beach Walk: April 6, 4 PM - 5 PM , April 13, 11 AM - 12 PM, April 20, 4 PM - 5 PM, April 27, 11 AM - 12 PM (Tide and weather dependent)
Oyster BINGO: Sunday & Monday 12 PM - 1 PM (location TBA)
Hands on Learning with Hands On Children's Museum: April 2, 1 PM - 6 PM, Alderbrook Lobby; April 9, 1 PM - 6 PM, Alderbrook Patio
Oyster Grill: Thursdays 4-6 PM
Oyster Shell Painting : Thursday - Monday 10 AM, Union City Market
Oysters & Champagne Reception: Fridays 5-6 PM, Lobby