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Oregon Coast Fourth of July, Independence Day Celebrations Some areas celebrate all weekend, and some have their fireworks on the fifth or the third, instead of the fourth.

Really Juicy Secrets of Clamming on the Oregon Coast A guide to the basics of clamming on the Oregon coast, as well as unique secrets and insider tips

More Phenomenal Low Tides Coming to Oregon Coast The north coast and the central Oregon coast will see even more impressive minus tides in July.

Unusual Oregon Coast Fun for the Family The Oregon coast hides some wild 'n' wacky secrets that add a whole new dimension to your getaway.

Oregon Coast Travel: Insider Tips from the Locals, Part 1 Fighting high gas prices, the rules for fires on the beach, where can you go camping on the beach, avoiding getting stranded on the highway, and more.

Nature Insider Tips for the Oregon Coast - part 2 There are fossil tours, wildlife tours, tips on where to find fossils, events for birders, kayaking possibilities, hidden nature spots most don't know about and much more. Especially this summer, there's much to do.

New Claims, Problems for Oregon Coast Artifacts and Oddities Artifacts recently found on the coast apparently have a new owner and some exceptionally strange tourist attractions may be in danger

Newport, Oregon Plans Real Blow-Out for Fourth Newport began celebrating its 125th anniversary this year, and the final chapter of the celebration will happen at the town’s Fourth of July fireworks display.

Oregon Coast Calendar: Newport Events for Summer Summer heats up in the Oregon coast resort town of Newport

Baby Seals Start Showing Up on Oregon Coast The irresistible little ones have begun popping up on Oregon coast beaches, as birthing season starts up for seals along the shores.

Summer of Fun at Oregon Coast Aquarium The much-lauded facility casts out a huge net of fun and frivolity for the summer

Oregon Coast Events: Pacific City, Tillamook, Manzanita, Rockaway It's a summer full of fun in Tillamook County, with Pacific City, Rockaway Beach, Manzanita, Nehalem, Tillamook and Oceanside hopping like crazy

Oregon Coast Events: Florence, Yachats Summer Calendar A complete listing of events for Yachats and Florence for spring and summer

Oregon Coast Science Has Its Creepy, Gooey Side Some outlandish creatures inhabit the beach environment around you, as well as some freaky facts

Reggae, Rock, Blues and Wine on Central Oregon Coast It's a summer of wine, dancing and song in the tiny town between Florence and Newport, a village already full of magic

Colorful Sea Slugs Make Waves in Oregon Coast Tide Pools More than 200 varieties of these surreal creatures inhabit the northwest, existing in a myriad of shocking colors, shapes and patterns

Summer Sake Tasting and Blues on N. Oregon Coast Inspired! Café, inside Dragonfire Gallery of Cannon Beach, is continuing its Summer Sake' Tasting series on various Saturdays throughout the summer.

Thrill Rides Take Flight for Season on North Coast Two magnificent aerial joy rides await the tourist to the Oregon coast, both with different, startling angles on fun in the skies

Oregon Author Offers Travel Advice for High Gas Prices Travel author Carol White doesn't believe the ever-soaring price of gas should prohibit summer and Memorial Weekend travel, even to the Oregon coast.

Freaky Facts About the Famous on the Oregon Coast Tales about King Crimson, Gov. Arnold, Heart, Sean Penn, John Cleese, Ted Nugent, David Ogden Stiers and more

Oregon Coast Freaky Fish, Celebrities, Ghost Trees and An Exploding Whale Witness a wild and distinctive set of crazy facts about the coast

DVD Delves Deep Into Oregon Coast Lighthouses It's a perfect year-round gift for those in love with the coast

Odd Coast: Castles, Carnivore Plants, Edible Beach Goo Things can make you mmm on the beach, freaky landmarks, eco-friendly surprises and creepy plants

The Kooky Side of One Magical Oregon Coast Town Tiny Wheeler is full of funky treasures, characters and some intriguing legends

Oregon Itineraries, Day Trips and Tours on the Coast Things to do and quick drives to the coast

Oregon Coast Beaches The Locals Are Trying To Keep From You There's more to the coast than the clam chowder or visiting the same spot each time

More Tourists Turning to 'Living La Vida Local' on Oregon's Coast Not just part-timers, but day visitors are digging deeper too

Eternal Charm of Oregon Beach Burghs Forget the glitz and the commercialism,: this is the way to relax on Oregon's shores

Romance on Oregon's Coast: Four Cuddle-Inducing Lodgings Explore four unique places to stay with some interesting differences

Oregon Coast Charmer Features Amusing Pup, Natural Wonders Trollers Lodge, in Depoe Bay, is a gem worth exploring

Oregon Coast Travel: Seaside Lodging Highlights A glance at motels, hotels and other lodgings in that magical town

Coastal Inn Provides Fun & Funky Amenities Something different this way comes in the realm of coastal lodgings

Taste-Testing Tourism on the North Oregon Coast Numerous lodging, dining and beach secrets lurk here

Oregon Coast Food and Drink Tour A Feast for the Eyes Too From Yachats to Seaside, there are some amazing eateries to indulge in

Oregon Coast Dining Out: Culinary Nirvana on a Newport Cliff Top Village Market & Deli is providing some cutting edge cuisine for the growing throngs of coastal foodies

Quirky Oregon Coast Winery Announces Year's Festivals The deliriously delightful and offbeat Nehalem Bay Winery, on the north Oregon coast, has announced its lineup of festivals for the coming tourist season

Touring Oregon's Kooky Coastal Bar Scene From fine to funky, the edge of the continent is full of unique wateringholes

Sampling Wines and Wine Bars on the Oregon Coast Wine shops and wine bars are a growing part of coastal tourism

Oregon Coast Winery Has Fun and Musical Twist Nehalem Bay Winery, and its sister Depoe Bay Winery, are a major source of fun along the Oregon coast