Cannon Beach Sandcastle Contest- Photo by George Vetter
The 47th Annual Cannon Beach Sandcastle Contest is schedule for June 18th, 2011. The event usually draws crowds of several thousand from all over the Northwest and this year shouldn’t be any different. Teams compete for prizes and bragging rights each year, classes range from youth to master sandcastle creators.
The event began 47 years ago following the Good Friday earth quake that brought a tsunami to the coast including Cannon Beach. Locals created the contest as a way to bring summer crowds back to Cannon Beach . The first year was a success and the event continues each year.
Registration for the event is open until June 16th. To register or for additional information contact the Cannon Beach Chamber of Commerce at 503-436-2623.
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