Don't be surprised if you see people standing on a beach doing their best to catch a seagull's attention. They're probably in training for this year's Seagull Calling Festival in Port Orchard. The annual event sponsored by the Port Orchard Chamber of Commerce takes place May 5 at Marina Park. Zerr said the contest marks the start of the summer season of events in Port Orchard, which will include Fathoms O' Fun, Festival by the Bay and The Cruz. He added the calling contest is also a fun activity for the community.
People really get into it.
Trophies can be had even without nailing down a perfect seagull call. Participants can win by attracting the most seagulls with the use of just about anything that will do the trick. Zerr said participants have used a variety of foods and behavior to attract the gulls. French fries, Burger King French fries to be exact, are popular. One year, two participants used poetry to attract the birds.