The weekend forecast is dodgy, but conditions are ripe for razor clamming. Earlier this week the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife gave the go-ahead for digging at three beaches: Long Beach, Twin Harbors, and Kalaloch.

All digging must cease by noon, which leaves plenty of time to whip together a fine chowder for dinner. Kevin Davis of Steelhead Diner (and more recently Blueacre Seafood) has a pretty awesome recipe for that.

WDFW has set tentative dates for April 27-May 2. You can find those here.