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Bill and Trisha Cooper, of Naches, were among the couples that spent the early Valentine’s Day evening digging razor clams north of the Bay Avenue approach, in […] ...

Night-time razor clam digs are fun, but clammers must carry a strong light, either a powerful flashlight or a lantern. Also, it is not advisable to dig razors at night by yourself. (Terry Otto for The ...