Galway Bay Business Feature, Jeeps on the Beach & More!

THE SHORES INSIDER

February, 2023 Wrap-Up

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Shores Business News

Jeeps on the Beach

For the last two years, Too Cool Sportwear has sponsored the Clean Shores project initiated by Leo Koch, a then 12-year-old who was assigned a science project that focused on bettering the environment and involving a community. The project contained several elements, but the main idea was to organize a beach clean-up in conjunction with various Jeep Clubs. The event was such a success that it will be organized again for a third year in a row in 2023.

Leo and his mother, Nicole, will be organizing the return of hundreds of jeeps and attendees to the City of Ocean Shores. Thus far, over 600 jeeps have expressed interest in attending the May 21-22 event. There are even goals to set a world record and getting 2500 jeeps to attend!

Too Cool, Oyhut Seaside Village, and Five Star Dealerships are sponsoring and organizing events for the group when they return in May. The Guinness Book of World Records has been contacted, and Happily Sharing Ocean Shores will be providing design and ongoing social media marketing for the event.

If you or your business are interested in participating, please contact Joe Grgetich at Too Cool Sportswear who can be reached at joe@toocoolsw.com or by phone at (360) 660-5236.

Fire Chief Mike Thuirer Stepping Down

Ocean Shores Fire Chief Mike Thuirer is stepping down. Chief Thuirer began his career in 1990 in Snohomish County. He started as a volunteer and within a year was hired as a reserve firefighter with EMT certification.

Mike joined the city of Ocean Shores Fire Department over 25 years ago as a firefighter/paramedic. In 2005 he was promoted to Captain and performed duties as a Safety Officer. Thuirer also served as interim Fire Chief for the city in 2014, and then resumed his position as Captain when another Fire Chief, was hired. In 2015 he received Firefighter of the Year Award and Fire Chiefs’ Choice Award.

In December 2018, Mike took on the Acting Fire Chief position and has worked hard to redefine the Chief’s role in the department. In April of 2019, he was officially announced as the new Fire Chief of Ocean Shores. In 2020, he received the Meritorious Service Award for his service to fire department and the community. Mike has played a key role in the growth and development of the Ocean Shores Fire Department, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience.

Mike and Cindy have been active in Ocean Shores raising their two boys, Tylor and Matt, and Mike now looks forward in spending more time with his grandchildren Kinsley and Luke. In March of 2014, Mike and his wife Cindy opened North Beach Realty in Ocean Shores and will continue operating the real estate office in the coming years. Mike has made their home in Ocean Shores for over 25 years and have no expectation of ever leaving.

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Shores Spotlight

Galway Bay Irish Pub & Restaurant!

Galway Bay began with a vision Bill “Liam” Gibbons in 1993. Longtime friend, Chris “Christy” Doyle joined in ownership in 2012 and is responsible for the day-to-day operations.

Galway Bay offers an array of services for catering both on-site and off and can tailor meal programs for the occasion at hand. Their commitment to the people of the Harbor is strong as they are involved in many community events, from the local farmers market in Ocean Shores to their weekly involvement in Hoquiam Rotary. Galway Bay employ 40+ employees over three different restaurant concepts.

Not only does this Ocean Shores business serve authentic Irish dishes and drinks, but their large facility also boasts a game room, covered outdoor garden area, gift shop featuring unique items from the Emerald Isle, banquet room, and tasting room. Mark your calendars for their annual Celtic Music Feis celebrating Irish songs, ballads, and players each October!

Learn more about Galway Bay on their website and stop by for a pint of Guinness, shepherd's pie, and bangers and mash on your next visit to Ocean Shores!