In the southwest corner of Washington State, where the mighty Columbia River meets the Pacific Ocean, the Long Beach Peninsula is surrounded by a third powerful body of water, pristine Willapa Bay. Here, the eagles soar, oysters grow and bears occasionally stop by for a dip into the songbird feeder.

Watch the foreground and you might be lucky enough to peek in on a wedding, anniversary party or reception held at Caswell's Inn. Out in the bay, you are likely to watch generations of oystermen harvesting the very oysters you might dine on after they've received special treatment by chef Jimella Lucas of The Ark Restaurant. Chef Nanci Main will undoubtedly have herb rolls waiting for you; herbs grown in the salt air of the bay. Come, enjoy!