It is a really classic Northwest way to ring in the New Year, that's for sure. If the weather is good, it's going to be great.

There is going to be plenty of good digging.

They're pretty skinny and not very attractive.

Last year was a banner year. Digging probably won't be quite as good this year, but we'll still have a lot of clams to harvest.

We know that digging razor clams is a holiday tradition for a lot of families, and the tides cooperated this year.

It's important to come prepared. Particularly during night digs, we also ask people to keep a close eye on young children.