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Oregon Coast Marine Science, Geology, Weather, Wonders and Scientific Oddities

Covering 180 miles of coast: Astoria, Seaside, Cannon Beach, Manzanita, Nehalem, Wheeler, Rockaway, Garibaldi, Tillamook, Oceanside, Pacific City, Lincoln City, Depoe Bay, Newport, Wadport, Yachats & Florence

Natural Oddities & Science on the Oregon Coast
Oregon Coast General Science

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

'Tis the Season for Record Number of Oregon Coast Whales Officials say sightings are up 30 percent, based on proximity to shore

Oregon Coast Abuzz Over Photos of Green Flash, Glowing Sand Coastal residents caught photos of glowing sands and the green flash

Oregon Beaches Aglow with Freaky Critters Glowing phytoplankton is spotted up and down the coast

Porpoises Flood Waters Off North Oregon Coast Town About 100 of the mammals were spotted in Seaside in recent days

oregon coast lighthouses on dvdStrange Science In Store for Oregon Coast in Summer Singing sands, glowing sand and meteor showers await

A Tale of Two Lighthouses On Oregon's Coast Behind the scenes and history of lighthouses in Newport and Florence

 

Oregon Coast Geology

Mysterious Structures Reappear on Central Oregon Coast Beach Stumps from a massive tsunami 300 years ago are unburied

Fire Beneath the Oregon Coast: The Science of Underwater Volcanoes The VENTS program at the Hatfield in Newport is making waves

 

Geologic Wonders of Oregon Beaches Make Freaky History Lesson Beneath the sands and deep inside the cliffs, there's more to the coast

Serious About Sea Stacks: Oregon's Offshore Sentinels More than eye candy, these are ancient geologic wonders

Closer Look at Oregon Beaches Yields More Oddities Strange creatures washing up on shore show something new

Oregon Coast Weather Science

Oregon’s Biggest Travel Secret: Summer Starts with Fall on the Coast Called the Second Summer, it means better weather and other surprises - including the science behind this beautiful time

Tips for Late Spring on Oregon's Pacific Shores Weather can still be a bit moody, so here are tips for coping

Winter Weather Surprises of the Oregon Coast If you thought you knew the Oregon coast in winter, you were wrong

Coastal Locals Offer Up Tips for Wild Sights In Storms
Unsusual sights and rarities are on tap for this storm season - and the locals tell you where to find them

Oregon Coast Marine Science

Curious Ocean Sights A Week Before Oregon Coast Storm Glowing phytoplankton was seen in Newport in some unusual circumstances

Creepy Babies Arrive at Oregon Coast Aquarium A cluster of wolf-eels has hatched, and boy are they almost cute

Feed the seals! One of the oldest aquariums in the U.S. is here in Seaside, Oregon, right on the PromenadeSummer Brings Unusual Natural Events to Oregon Coast Strange fish, glowing sand and rare whale sightings abound

Killer Whales Photographed off Central Oregon Coast The quartet of Orcas is still in the Florence area, it seems

 

New Seal Born to Aquarium on N. Oregon Coast You can also name the pup at the Seaside Aquarium

Two brand new Oceanview homes in Newport's Nye Beach, just 150 feet to the ocean. 3 bed, 2 bat,h 1700+ sq. ft. Gas fireplace, vaulted ceilings, skylights, oceanview deck, dual "Jack & Jill" sinks, and more. Homes ready for your finish choices and upgrades. Priced to sell from $379K.Odd Objects on Oregon's Beaches Yield More Wonders Strange creatures washing up on shore show something new

Last Time Drexler Will Mate, Says Aquarium The seal, not the Trailblazer, is on his last legs (or flippers)

Oregon Tourism Alert: Spring Rarities in Newport Much is new in Newport, especially in the natural world

 

Oregon Travel Secrets: Weird Science, Spring Rarities on the Coast The 'secret season' and other spectacular oddities abound

Oregon Travel: Fun with Nocturnal Beaches Something new awaits the coastal traveler at night

'Ocean Burps' Leave Oddities on Seaside Beaches A semi-regular natural occurrance is leaving strange things on the beach

Deep Inside An Aquarium on Oregon's North Coast After 70 years, the Seaside Aquarium is still splashing up fun

‘Season of Seals’ Brings Concerns to Oregon Coast An increase in visitors and young mammals could pose problems

Not Exactly Science....but....
Oregon Travel Secrets: Tales of Ghosts on the Coast There's much for the ghost-hunting tourist to enjoy on these shores

 
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In Awe of AstoriaASTORIA
Where the Columbia meets the Pacific, Land of Lewis & Clark and loads of atmosphere & history
Serenity in SeasideSEASIDE
The Promenade, Tillamook Head, family fun & broad, sandy beaches
Cavort in Cannon BeachCANNON BEACH
A mysterious lighthouse, upscale yet earthy, a huge monolith, fine eateries & an art mecca
Annihilating  Beauty of Nehalem BayNEHALEM BAY
Manzanita's beaches, Nehalem and Wheeler's quirky beauty; laid back Rockaway
Time Trip Around Tillamook BayTILLAMOOK BAY
Garibaldi, Barview, Bay City, Tillamook & an oceanfront ghost town
Triple the Pleasure in 3 CapesTHREE CAPES LOOP
The hidden secret of the coast: Cape Meares, a lighthouse, Oceanside, Netarts and Pacific City
Lovely Lincoln CityLINCOLN CITY & THE CORRIDOR OF MYSTERY
Miles & miles of unbroken beaches, Cascade Head, Neskowin and many manmade attractions
Divine Depoe BayDEPOE BAY
A spouting horn downtown, freaky hidden cliffs and whales, whales, whales
Nature in NewportNEWPORT
Time-tripping Nye Beach, a bustling bayfront, marine science-central and two lighthouses
Staggering Seal RockWALDPORT / SEAL ROCK
Pristine, even secretive sands and wild geologic landmarks
Aargh, there's no alliteration with Yachats - but it IS unbelievableYACHATS
Constantly dramatic wave action, a mix of the rugged & upscale
Unsurpassable Upper LaneUPPER LANE COUNTY
25 miles of deserted beaches & oodles of wonders
Fine Times in FlorenceFLORENCE
A lighthouse, ancient bayfront and miles and miles of fluffy dunes

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