Question 1

When do I need to submit my ad to be in the next paper?

Accepted Answer

The deadline for ads in the Clamdigger is 4pm on the Friday before publication. For example, to be in the March 28th publication, your ad must be paid for and turned in by 4pm on Friday the 22nd. 
 
For FREE ads – garage sales, estate sales, giveaway or lost items – the deadline is at noon on the Monday before publication. For example, to be in the March 28th publication, we must see your ad before noon on Monday the 25th.

Question 2

I want something BIGGER! (including graphics or a photo) Which ad do I pick?

Accepted Answer

Our classified & garage sale ads are only the text that you submit to us via our online portal.

For more information about our Display ads, reach out to our office manager/editor, Connie, at info@clamdigger.com or call 360-293-2131. She'll be more than happy to discuss contract options, ad designs, and more in order to make sure you get the ad you're looking for! Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions!

Question 3

I'm ready to start a display ad either weekly or in a contract. Where do I start?

Accepted Answer

Once you've decided the size of your ad, & how long you'd like to start out with, please email your information to info@clamdigger.com. If you need help deciding, you can stop in, call, or email. You can also check out the price sheet. It includes the sizes that your ad can be (found in the Clamdigger Tab), the weekly rates, and the 13-week contract rates.

If you sign up for a half-page or full-page, you qualify for one free front-page cover per year - A $500 value! If you decide to sign up for a quarter and block ad you qualify when in a renewal contract (second round of 13-weeks).

You can send us a completed ad, or we can design it for you at no cost! We will send you a proof and you can request any changes you would like. We want you to love your ad! You can keep the same ad all of the time or you can update weekly. Totally up to you!  (Ad files can be in PDF, JPEG, or PNG.)

Question 4

I want my display ad to go in a very specific section or on the front or back of the Clamdigger. Can I do that?

Accepted Answer

At this time, we do not have the option to pick what page your ad goes on. The back cover is currently reserved.
We are always happy to discuss options with you, but due to the Clamdigger constantly moving and growing and changing, we cannot guarantee a reserved specific spot other than the cover which you can reserve. (When available, our 2024 covers are reserved, 2025 has not been released to reserve yet. Keep an eye on our social media!)

Question 5

I placed my ad online and the listing doesn't look the same in the publication, why did this happen?

Accepted Answer

There could be a few reasons:

Human error: The Clamdigger is edited by human hands, and we are all fallible and make mistakes! If I accidentally put your ad in incorrectly, I will make it right! Please let me know and I will change it online immediately. Unfortunately, I can't always fix it in print, so we usually offer an extra week or a credit. Thank you for your grace in these situations!
Your ad is too long for your price point (most common cause): It is possible that you paid for a particular price point or placed a garage sale ad but then put more than the word limit. If you have not opted to pay for the extra words, we do have to trim down your ad to make room for the other ads in the Clamdigger. Please see our Clamdigger section to read more about how this works. 
Your ad contained prohibited content: We are all about bringing people everything but the news! What does that mean? It means that we keep to local businesses, classifieds, and community involvement. If there is anything unkind, disrespectful, political, or anything generally uncouth - we leave that out. If you have any questions regarding this policy, please do not hesitate to come in and have a chat with us about it.

Question 6

I want my ad to be on the front cover for (X) amount of time. How does this work?

Accepted Answer

Our front cover spots fill quickly. Please inquire to see the next availability. Without a contract, the front cover is $500. Reservations are currently, first come - first serve. 2024 booking is full. 2025 has not be released yet. Keep an eye on our social media for when that release happens!!

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