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INDEX OF TRAVEL & TOURISM NEWS STORIES, from Oregon Coast Beach Connection Looking for a specific story or Oregon coast subject? Search Here Oregon Coast Surprises: Sights and Sounds of Cape Kiwanda At around 18 million years old or so, the iconic north Oregon coast formation known as Cape Kiwanda is definitely showing its age Oregon Coast Summer Preview: June in Newport, Depoe Bay The beaches are warming up – and so is the tourism hotspot of Newport and Depoe Bay Solar Eclipse Coming to West Coast, Oregon The moon will move in front of the Sun on Sunday, May 20, bringing a partial eclipse to the Pacific Northwest, and hopefully the Oregon coast Oregon Coast Memorial Weekend Highlights, Events Memorial Day Weekend is the kick-off to the high season on the Oregon coast, with so much to do. Here's just a sampling. Central Oregon Coast Early Summer Preview: June in Lincoln City Early summer in Lincoln City means plenty of outdoor activities, the open air market, culinary classes, live music, theater, and a plethora of surprises June Preview for Central Oregon Coast: Yachats, Florence Events Music, helicopters, sand castle-making, airplanes, wine tasting, golf and yes, Fourth of July fireworks Oregon Coast Gets Lots of Sun This Week, Maybe Mid-70s A high pressure system that will linger in the area will keep things on the sunny and warm side for about a week North Oregon Coast June Preview: Early Summer in Seaside, Cannon Beach Sandcastles, fun runs, art, music, golf tournaments, muscle cars and even the Fourth of July Geology of an Oregon Coast Icon: Sweeping Cape Kiwanda Cape Kiwanda is actually a bit of an oddity along the Oregon coast: it's about the only major headland that is not made of basalt Fun and Strange Oregon Coast Facts: When More Sand Can Mean Less The interesting thing about the beaches of the Oregon coast is that they never look the same from day to day New Acquisitions at Aquariums on Oregon Coast Include Cute and Cuddly There's a new sea otter pup at the Oregon Coast Aquarium to wow the crowds with Origin of an Oregon Coast Landmark: Devil's Punchbowl Did you ever wonder how the Depoe Bay-area landmark came to be? How it was formed? Major Minus Tides on Oregon Coast Now Look for minus tides as low as around minus two feet at times in the early mornings Mother's Day Highlights on the Oregon Coast From hotspots like Cannon Beach, Seaside or Lincoln City, to smaller pleasures like Garibaldi, Yachats or Neskowin, there are events and plenty of Mom's day specials at local lodgings. Galactic Show Gets Better in Oregon, the Coast: Meteors, Planets and Super Moon Saturn, Venus, a meteor shower and the moon at its closest point this weekend Recent Stellar Phenomena Photos from Oregon Coast and Portland Skies A roundup of some of the more stunning sights in the world of astronomy that can hit these beaches and the Portland area Super Full Moon in Store This Weekend for Portland, Oregon Coast Not only will there be a full moon on Friday and Saturday night, but a magnificent and extra large one Oregon Coast Virtual Tour: Fishing Rock State Park a Splashing Good Time Here, in the Lincoln Beach area, between Gleneden Beach and Depoe Bay, sits Fishing Rock State Park Strange Oregon Coast History: Legend of Seal Rock Sea Monsters One strange, paranormal claim for the central Oregon coast area has become lost in time Oregon Coast Picks of the Week: First Week of May Fish tacos to be had, an artisans market, food classes in Cannon Beach, a major kite festival in Rockaway and plenty of music and theater Oregon Coast Explorations: Staying at Lincoln City's Inn at Spanish Head The famed Inn at Spanish Head is a central Oregon coast landmark that's been around for four decades Slightly Rare Freaky Fish Shows Up on Oregon Coast What at first was thought to be a barracuda found at Neskowin turns out to be a Longnose Lancetfish It's Now Killer Whale Season on Central Oregon Coast Every April, a varying number of Killer Whales show up on the central Oregon coast Cliffs Guard Unseen Beaches on the Central Oregon Coast: Otter Crest Loop A spellbinding set of nearly-aerial views of the Pacific Ocean along a winding way that's just a tad on the white-knuckled side Constant Scandal and Drama Beneath the Waves on Display on Oregon Coast There's a lot going on underneath those scenic and scintillating waves that engage you on a trip to the Oregon coast Where Interstellar Phenomena Meet the Oregon Coast The Oregon coast can make some for stellar viewing of the stellar realm above Oregon Coast Surprises: Marine Gardens near Depoe Bay Exposed Exploring the central Oregon coast wonders next to the Devil's Punchbowl; it's a whole new world here Oregon Coast Picks of the Week: Last Week in April Music, outdoor markets in the ocean air, a cooking class or just a lot of food: the Oregon coast has got it all New Public Fishing Dock for North Oregon Coast Town This Saturday marks the gran opening celebration for a brand new fishing dock on Lake Lytle, in the north Oregon coast town of Rockaway Beach Portland, Oregon Coast May Get Views of Lyrid Meteor Showers This Weekend There should be some clearing of the skies over the weekend along the Oregon coast at night but more in the Portland area Weekend Weather for Oregon Coast Promises Warm Temps, Fair Sun Highs in the 60's and mostly sunny to partly cloudy conditions are on tap Oregon Coast Virtual Tour: Astoria-Megler Bridge The Astoria-Megler Bridge stretches 4.1 miles across the river An Oregon Coast Landmark in a Different Light: Cape Foulweather After Dark Foulweather sits at the apex of this great rise and fall between Depoe Bay and Newport Oregon Coast May Preview: Lincoln City Events On the central coast, in Lincoln City, as May provides a wealth of means for rest, repose and amusement Unforgettable Colors of the Oregon Coast at Night It's at night the Oregon coast can really shine with some exceptional colors you can't see any other way Cannon Beach, Seaside in May: Oregon Coast Spring Preview This is what fills up the north Oregon coast throughout May, with a lot more going on than you might expect Five Astounding Oregon Coast Views: the Hidden and Forbidden Ironically, these visual Oregon coast nuggets are hiding in plain sight, well, most of the time Oregon Coast May Preview: Rockaway, Pacific City, Manzanita, Tillamook Tillamook County in May begins to heat up with that pre-summer energy, not the least of which is the kick-off to the season with Memorial Day weekend Five Oregon Coast Views You'll Likely Never See There are sights on the Oregon coast that will never be seen by many Oregon Coast Spring Fever: May in Yachats, Florence The central Oregon coast towns of Yachats and Florence continue to revel in spring with a bevy of happenings Oregon Coast in May: Preview of Newport, Depoe Bay Events The town of Newport and the little village of Depoe Bay keep going hot and heavy through the breezy month of May Weather Warming but Wet for Oregon Coast This Week The usual chilliness of the Oregon coast in spring is dissipating a bit but the rainy side is not Surprises, Twists and Turns on Oregon Coast Right Now April is probably the most exciting month of the year when it comes to natural surprises North Oregon Coast Music Highlights in April: Jazz, Blues and Reggae Some scintillating sounds are headed to the north Oregon coast havens of Astoria and Manzanita Oregon Officials on Coast Recreation: Birds, Crabs, Clamming The news is not so great for bay crabbing but awesome for birds Startling Skies of Spring Begin on Oregon Coast, Day or Night This is what you miss by not being out on the Oregon coast right now Oregon Coast Virtual Tour: Winter Views of a Secret Spot South of Newport Between Seal Rock and Newport's South Beach area, a tiny bit south of the MP 146 marker, sits a hidden central Oregon coast beach N. Oregon Coast Explorations: Welcome to the Other Cape Meares There is a village called Cape Meares, tucked away beneath the north face of the famed headland with the same name State of the Oregon Coast Agate Union: It Rocks Right Now Lincoln City agate shop owner Laura Joki is gleefully proclaiming: This is agate hunting season Oregon Coast Weather This Week: High Wind Watch to Sunny Weekend - Update There is a high wind watch for Monday on the Oregon coast, leading into a week full of mostly rain and then a nice, sunny weekend Oregon Coast Cleanup Sees Oddities, Tons of Trash, Clear Skies Over 3,758 people turned out to volunteer, removing an estimated 58,883 pounds of trash and debris Tour of the Oregon Coast in a Starkly Different View No matter how often you visit your fave Oregon coast spot, there will be something you've never seen Oregon Coast Oddities at Manzanita: Curiosities of Rock Manzanita is a cozy north Oregon coast hamlet that sits equal distance between the more bustling Cannon Beach and Rockaway Beach Wandering the Waterfront of Astoria, N. Oregon Coast Few places ooze history like the north Oregon coast town of Astoria. In fact, it probably screams history in a multitude of ways Oregon Coast Virtual Tour: Seal Rock Tidepools, Curious Shapes, Strange Basalts Surreal and yet surene, the beachy oddball Seal Rock is more than just scenic eye candy Magicians to Wow Central Oregon Coast in Flurry of Shows March 28 - 31 in Lincoln City, then for kids, there's even a Magic Camp Oregon Coast Spring Break Weather Forecasts; Whales and Agates Hot Good news for agate hunters, possibly great news for whale watchers and so-so news when it comes to weather for spring break Oregon Coast Science Talks Include Climate Change, Sea Levels, Creeks A number of lectures and talks are coming up around the Oregon coast, covering a variety of nature science subjects Oregon Coast Landmark: Exploring Seal Rock's Varied Details The main attraction is, of course, Seal Rock itself: a towering behemoth of black basalt that presides over all the other myriad attractions Oregon Coast Beach Cleanup Group Calls for Volunteers, Changes Name SOLV is now called SOLVE, and the SOLVE Spring Oregon Beach Cleanup happens March 31 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Central Oregon Coast in April: Event Preview for Newport, Depoe Bay Killer whales, sea lion kisses, a giant octopus or two and then the bevy of Easter events and arts and entertainment happenings Oregon Coast in April: Pacific City, Manzanita, Tillamook, Rockaway The north Oregon coast towns of Pacific City, Oceanside, Tillamook, Garibaldi, Rockaway Beach, Wheeler and Manzanita continue to surprise Oregon Coast Wave Madness: Glimpses of Stormy Yachats The stormy fun was especially evident on the central Oregon coast, at the tiny village of Yachats Stranded Sea Lion Spooks Sightseers on Dark Oregon Coast Beach A resting sea lion scared a few folks in Lincoln City Thursday night Adventures in Oregon Coast Storm Chasing A fascinating and slightly scary romp through a coastal storm, just 48 hours after a bigger one hit and then was followed by a freakish snowstorm Oregon Coast in April: Yachats, Florence Preview The middle of spring on the central Oregon coast provides plenty of pleasures, be it music, flowers, wine, the written word or theater Strange Days Indeed: More Wind for Oregon Coast, Snow for Passes More big winds are in store for the Oregon coast tonight and Wednesday morning, and as that front passes through the area it will bring lowering snow levels to the coast range Surprise Snow Storm 'Historic' for Oregon Coast Of all the places in Oregon to get hit with crippling snowstorms, the Oregon coast got it bad in places Believe It Or Not: High Winds on Oregon Coast Give Way to Snow Some spots had peak gusts of 87 mph, and now snow is coming to the passes, beaches and valley Dangerous Surf and High Winds for Tonight, Monday on Oregon Coast The NWS office in Portland said combined seas up to around 25 feet or more will start pummeling the Oregon coast Sunday through Monday evening April's Awesome Delights on Oregon Coast: Lincoln City Preview April can do wild things in the natural world along the coastline, things you don’t see any other time North Oregon Coast April Preview: Cannon Beach, Seaside, Astoria As spring kicks into high gear, the north Oregon coast towns of Seaside and Cannon Beach only appear to mellow out What a Difference Seasons Make on Oregon Coast Hug Point, just south of Cannon Beach, could well be the poster child for Oregon coast geologic oddities Central Oregon Coast Spring Break Highlights: Whales, Lighthouses, Special Events in Newport Whale Watch Week Hatfield Marine Science Center, Oregon Coast Aquarium and outdoor fun Surprising Facts About Sand Dollars on the Oregon Coast A little known secret about the north Oregon coast is that the very northern end of Seaside has a ton of them Possible Northern Lights In Oregon and the Coast Next Two Nights There's a slight chance that Oregon residents – including the Oregon coast – could catch sight of the aurora borealis tonight and Thursday night The Thunder and the Wonders Around Yachats, Central Oregon Coast A tiny town on the central Oregon coast may have more than its fair share of awe-inspiring marvels Planets Dominate the Skies in March for Oregon, Portland, the Coast The Portland area, Willamette Valley, the Oregon coast, central Oregon, the Gorge and southern Oregon will all get a stellar treat in March Nocturnal North Oregon Coast: Rockaway Beach After the Sun Goes Down By night, however, Rockaway Beach reveals an esoteric, even alien-looking side Oregon Coast Town a Center for Sleuths on March 10 The Nye Beach Mystery Weekend returns to Newport this year on March 10, an annual festival of sleuthing Latest Oregon Coast Nature Articles - Early March How to spot bald eagles, more incredible sunsets and what are the secret spots you never knew about in some of your favorite haunts like Newport, Depoe Bay, Yachats and the north coast. Famed Celtic Band Comes to Central Oregon Coast It starts off with quite an Irish-tinged bang on March 10 with a concert by the Celtic group Bua Unusual Views Cram Tiny Stretch of Oregon Coast The area just north of Florence, right around Sea Lion Caves and Heceta Head, is jam-packed with a host of wonders Crabbing and Wildlife Report from Oregon Coast Officials Hummingbirds, newts, nesting birds and other critters are in varying degrees of abundance on the Oregon coast for March Puffins, Potluck and Shellfish on North Oregon Coast Agenda A special event that is a call for volunteers and a potluck that features a talk on shellfish Crew Finds Molting Seal, Distressed Beaver on North Oregon Coast A molting northern elephant seal and a beaver that had been beaten up by the tides North Oregon Coast Encounter with Bald Eagles: Also How to Spot Them A coastal local offers some ideas on how to see more of the stunning creatures Big Winds, Waves on Oregon Coast Tuesday It's a late winter present of good storm watch possibilities Wild Wonders of Oregon Coast: Where Water Explodes Rocky spots where it often doesn't take storms to cause the ocean to fly upwards in daring, even surreal, acrobatic movements A Closer Look at Seaside: North Oregon Coast Town's Hidden Assets They may be heading to an Oregon coast town called Seaside, but ironically, many miss out on its greatest natural aspects The Science Behind Spring's Stunning Clouds on Oregon Coast On the Oregon coast squalls can intersperse with sunny breaks every half hour Oregon Coast UFO Boxes Hoax Heats Up, Disrupts Lives It caused such a stir on the Net that various entities and individuals were forced to waste resources, man hours and money to look for these objects Oregon Coast Science Events Cover Otters, Birds, Climate, Geology, Paleobotany The fourth annual Sharing the Coast Conference and a talk in Cannon Beach on Oregon coast sea otters The Lost Creek of the Central Oregon Coast About halfway between Newport and Seal Rock sits a fairly well traveled and obvious beach access called Lost Creek State Park The Startling Oregon Coast: Manic Moods of Cape Kiwanda Cape Kiwanda is a landmark that's part alien-looking landscape and part stark sand dune with a Mad Max desolation kind of vibe Oregon Coast in March: Tillamook, Manzanita, Rockaway, Pacific City, Garibaldi A cavalcade of fun stuff to engage in throughout the Tillamook County towns of Pacific City, Netarts, Tillamook, Garibaldi, Rockaway Beach, Nehalem, Wheeler and Manzanita Diving Into March on the Oregon Coast: Lincoln City Events Preview Lincoln City is where pristine beaches stretch for seven miles and the streets are crammed with a host of fun shops, restaurants and attractions for all ages Safety Tips for Your Dog on the Oregon Coast Beach safety is something you have to not only keep in mind for yourself but for your pet as well March on the Oregon Coast: Spring Break in Florence, Yachats, Waldport No need to 'beware the Ides of March' on the central Oregon coast Spring Break and March on the North Oregon Coast: Cannon Beach, Seaside Spring Break is king in this part of the north Oregon coast in March, especially in Seaside Oregon Coast Spring Preview: March in Newport, Depoe Bay Indulge in the rite of spring and spring break in Newport and Depoe Bay Central Oregon Coast Hotspot Features Speakeasy Night Seattle band Miss Rose & Her Rhythm Percolators is the spotlight on “Speakeasy Night” on February 18, andt he Beard family on February 19. Central Oregon Coast Swells with Thousands for Seafood Wine Fest The 35th Annual Newport Seafood and Wine Festival takes place February 23 to 26, having added a fourth night North Oregon Coast Crew Responds to Beached Orca in Washington A crew from the Seaside Aquarium responded to a beached Killer Whale on the Washington coast Saturday Oregon Coast Event Spotlights Fossils Around the World Good news for agate hunters on the central Oregon coast; and February 18 is a time-tripping look on a 5,000-mile paleo journey Romance and Wedding Vow Renewals at Central Oregon Coast Landmark The Ceremony of Renewal and Commitment is an opportunity for couples to renew their marriage vows in a group setting A Week of Antiques on Central Oregon Coast Starting February 10, the festival runs through February 20 and takes place all over Lincoln City Big Waves Move Into Oregon Coast, Weather Mostly Gray Through Valentine's The reign of sunshine on the Oregon coast seems to be over in favor of a reign of light rain Four Things You Never See on the Oregon Coast Looking to go where almost no Man has gone before on these beaches? A Semi-Nocturnal Sojourn Down the Oregon Coast The weekend was filled with banner days that even hovered around 60 degrees, bringing with a surge in filled up rooms that would normally be empty in early February Odd Fish Washes Ashore on North Oregon Coast Seaside Aquarium on Friday responded to a call about a strange fish washing up on the beach. Inland Oregon and Coast in Store for a Week of Fair to Nice Weather, Maybe Longer Good news for this run of nice weather on the Oregon coast and Portland as the trend looks to remain in place over the weekend An Atmospheric Mystery Above the Oregon Coast: Green Gasses or Aurora Borealis? A glowing green mass behind the patches of orange that looked very much like the aurora borealis Winter Discoveries on Oregon Coast: Ghost Forests, Agates, Floats Agate hunting, ancient forest stumps and even Japanese glass floats seem to be on display recently Oregon Wildlife Officials Point Out Bird, Animal Highlights on the Coast It's good news for those who like geese, elk, ducks and some kinds of egrets Oregon Coast Last Week: Shades of Gray, Wind, Sun and Blue Sky Last week on the Oregon coast was a meteorlogical adventure, showing numerous sides to January weather An Oregon Coast Virtual Tour: Views from Cape Meares It sits along the Three Capes Loop, at the northern tip of this 25-mile-long feast of the senses Central Oregon Coast Hosts Unique Jewelry Bash It happens February 11 - just in time to shop for something truly individualistic for Valentine's Day Oregon Coast Landmark: the South Jetty at Rockaway Beach At the southern side of the Nehalem Bay mouth, at Rockaway Beach, the south jetty juts out into the sea Glimpses of a Crazed Oregon Coast It's been a week or more of impressive wave action along the Oregon coast, sometimes in the darnedest of place Oregon Coast Wildlife Officials: Recent Reports on Clamming, Whales, Minus Tides The latest recreational report from ODFW is good news for storm watching, clamming, maybe some minus tides Oregon Coast Weather This Week Boasts High Surf, Rain and Some Sun Massive waves, a lot of rain but the promise of perhaps a little sun Dog Rescued on Oregon Coast Raging waters of a central Oregon coast creek played a part in a dangerous situation for a local dog One Central Oregon Coast Road Opens, Another Closes Two-lane traffic will be returning to a spot just of the central Oregon coast town Heavy Winds Land Big Creatures on Oregon and Washington Coast Heavy winds and rough seas brought many things ashore onto the Oregon coast Images from a Week of Wacky Weather on the Oregon Coast From a big snow day or two to wild winds and flooding: this past week saw it all on the Oregon coast High Wind Watch, Flood Warnings for Oregon Coast Getting to the coast and moving around the beach highways will be fine, albeit with a few delays - though it will be a bit of a windy adventure with lots of storm watching possibilities 2011 on the Oregon Coast: Year's Most Stunning Photos from Cannon Beach, Arch Cape More than usual seemed to take place in the Cannon Beach and Arch Cape area over the year Big Winds Over at Oregon Coast But Dangers Remain The storm may be dying down and the highways to and from the coast are mostly back open but issues remain 100 mph Gusts for Oregon Coast; Flood and Surf Warnings The Oregon coast is in for floods, hurricane-force winds, scary seas and maybe even more snow Snowy Oregon Coast Creates Eye-Popping Views But Dangerous Drives Snowfall on the coast caught many by surprise, especially as that region saw much more snow than the Portland area Lincoln City February Preview: Central Oregon Coast Winter Events On this part of the central Oregon coast, February is packed with a huge variety of wintry yet warming things to do Weekend Snow on Oregon Coast, Around Portland NWS has put out a winter weather advisory for Saturday and Sunday for the Oregon coast, mountain ranges, Gorge, Willamette Valley Stunning Sights and Weather On Oregon Coast Right Now With the holiday weekend coming up for many, this should be a prime time to hit the Oregon coast Oregon Coast in February: Previewing Manzanita, Rockaway, Tillamook Looking ahead to the wintry month of February on the north Oregon coast, there's plenty to do in Tillamook County Oregon Coast February Preview: Winter in Yachats, Florence Both feature a host of hot events to huddle around during these chilly days. North Oregon Coast February Preview: Events in Seaside, Cannon Beach and Astoria Where music, theater, food and lectures make for exceptional late winter beach wandering In Search of More Oregon Coast Ghost Forests There are more than 45 locations along the Oregon coast where they can be found – over half of which are in the central coast Mostly Sunny Week on Tap for Oregon Coast Aside from Monday, the rest of the week appears to be at least mostly sunny Central Oregon Coast Features Lighthouse Benefit, Trombones and Wood Carvers Three diverse events hit the central Oregon coast towns of Lincoln City and Newport this month Oregon Coast in 2011: Most Memorable Photos from Newport, Depoe Bay 2011 found a horde of unbelievable moments caught on camera in and around Depoe Bay and Newport Central Oregon Coast Secret: Magical, Time-Tripping Stonefield Between Florence and Yachats is a sort of really rugged, untamed section of the central Oregon coast where everything seems new and eye-popping Oregon Wildlife Officials Offer Tips for January on the Coast ODFW recently released another recreation report that offered some tips on crabbing, minus tides and even whales Moon Halos Over Portland, Oregon Skies Two Nights in a Row The first happened Monday night and was a bit of a curious and ragged incarnation of the phenomenon Quadrantids Meteor Shower to Grace Skies of Oregon, Coast Tonight The Quadrantids meteor showers will peak tonight, zipping around the northeastern horizon Most Stunning Photos of the Year from North Oregon Coast: Seaside, Astoria This very northern tip of the Oregon coast pulled no scenic punches in 2011: the little towns of Seaside, Warrenton and Astoria Oregon Coast Museums Change Hours, Host Events The historical museums in Lincoln County and Garibaldi are going into winter mode while others keep chugging along Oregon Coast Highlights in January Throughout the chill of mid-winter on the Oregon coast, those little towns keep things heated up A Look Back at This Year's Wildest from Yachats, Central Oregon Coast What Yachats and surrounding area photos made readers really chat this year Oregon Coast in 2011: Most Memorable Photos of Manzanita, Wheeler, Rockaway About 15 minutes south of Cannon Beach, you'll find the Nehalem Bay area, with its viewpoints and the towns of Manzanita, Rockaway, Nehalem and Wheeler The Year's Most Striking Photos from Oregon Coast From adorable seals, to crazily shifting sands, to wild weather sights, 2011 had much to look at High Wind Warning for Oregon Coast Brings Guests, Preparations A high wind warning on the Oregon coast, the possibility of some minor flooding, and a lot of wet and windy conditions New Year's Eve Guide to Oregon Coast A sampler from Seaside, Cannon Beach, Manzanita, Wheeler, Rockaway, Pacific City, Lincoln City, Depoe Bay, Newport and Yachats Biggest News Stories on Oregon Coast for 2011: Creepy to Cuddly It was the year of the big tsunami scare, adorable seal pups being born, of strange space phenomena, glowing sand and dramatic weather and sand level events Lecture Spotlights Conservation on North Oregon Coast The January 5 event is the first of the series, intended to inspire participants to learn more about marine life along the Oregon coast Crabbing, Low Tides and Whales are Hot on Coast, Say Oregon Officials Good news for crabbers, minus tides and whale watchers along the Oregon coast in December Oregon Coast Lodgings Host Hot Winter Specials, Deals It's not simply a little less expensive to stay on the coast these days, it's spectacularly so at some lodgings and rental agencies Oregon Coast January Preview for Tillamook, Manzanita, Rockaway, Nehalem Tillamook County, on the north Oregon coast, kicks back just a little in January Weather Records Broken Around Oregon, on the Coast December 2011 is winding up the driest on record and perhaps the coldest as well in Oregon and on the coastline Winter Solstice on Oregon Coast - and in Space This week's winter solstice will mean a variety of things, including celebrations and maybe something different to look at in the skies Restrictions and Closures At Some Oregon Coast Parks A handful of parks are experiencing some restrictions as a result of storms, as are two lighthouses Whales Take Over Oregon Coast Last Week in December The yearly Winter Whale Week hits the entire length of the Oregon coast during the last week of December, from December 26 to January 1 Oregon Coast in Winter: Newport January Preview of Events Where the bay meets the beach and the Oregon coast becomes a haven for all sorts of funky sea creatures on display Oregon Coast Virtual Tour: Pacific City's Haystack Rock - Day and Night Along the Three Capes Tour, Pacific City's Haystack Rock is one of those most recognizable of Oregon coast landmarks Lincoln City in Winter: Central Oregon Coast January Preview The distractions are many and engaging along this part of the central Oregon coast North Oregon Coast Winter: January Preview for Seaside, Cannon Beach, Astoria There's jazz music, frolicking seals, art shows, theater, classical music and more in store for the north Oregon coast in January Oregon Coast in January: Winter Preview for Florence, Yachats, Waldport Things actually heat up a bit as the winter chill kicks in around this part of the central Oregon coast Oregon Coast Virtual Tour: Approaching Kiwanda, Handicap Accessible Viewpoint Pacific City features lots of soft, fluffy sand, as sand dunes rise at the vegetation line to tower over the beaches Eclipse a No-Show on Oregon Coast, Evasive in Portland Saturday morning's full lunar eclipse showed the moon becoming an otherworldly red-orange in the early, pre-dawn hours of the day Oregon and Its Coast Hoping for Glimpses of Tonight's Total Lunar Eclipse Whether or not it's going to be visible the entire time in spots like Portland, Corvallis, Newport, Cannon Beach, Astoria, Yachats, Seaside, or Pacific City is a bit – if you'll excuse the pun – unclear. Records or No Records: Oregon Coast Remains Sunny There have been some other records achieved in the weather department for the Oregon coast and the Pacific Northwest in general, in the categories of chilly weather and barometric pressure Oregon Coast Virtual Tour: Top of Cape Kiwanda Cape Kiwanda's top area is one surreal mother-of-all Oregon coast freaky spots Central Oregon Coast Winter: Whale Watching, Strange Stumps The central Oregon coast town of Newport has a few surprises up its sleeve for winter Oregon Coast Landmarks: Walking Newport's Historic Bayfront A chunk of the central Oregon coast town that is away from the beach itself, but has much of the vibe and aroma Oregon Coast Virtual Tour: Anderson's Viewpoint near Oceanside Anderson's Viewpoint is found about one mile south of Cape Lookout State Park Highlights of an Oregon Coast in the Grip of December Sun The weather forecast calls for more sun and calm on the coast, apparently at least through to December 11 Central Oregon Coast Novelist Appears in Lincoln City Lincoln City novelist Suzy Nelson makes an appearance in her home town on December 3, appearing at the Driftwood Library Four-Thousand-Year-Old Ghost Forests Appearing on Oregon Coast These ancients stumps are being revealed along with the possibility of some good agate hunting Like Day and Night on Oregon Coast: Shades of Cannon Beach It's amazing the different faces sported by the north Oregon coast destination spot of Cannon Beach Some Traffic Delays on Central Oregon Coast ODOT announced some work on sections of Highway 101 in Florence and in the Toledo area, just east of Newport Spellbinding Central Oregon Coast on a November Night All is calm and all is bright on the Oregon coast, but it's surreal too. Lighted Boat Parade Makes Central Oregon Coast Glow December 3 The big event happens December 3 along the bayfront, as hundreds line the varied vantage points E-Tickets for Oregon Coast Wine, Seafood Fest On Sale Soon December 1 is the exact date for the e-ticket sales for the Newport Seafood and Wine Fest Put the Oregon Coast Beneath Your Christmas Tree Luckily, for those who live in Oregon, the coast is available for a relaxed, laidback shopping experience Oregon Coast Holiday Spirit Comes in Form of Innovative Jazz Hallie Loren made quite the splash on the Oregon coast a few years back Oregon Coast Thanksgiving Survival Guide Travel advice, lodging, restaurants and more Oregon Coast Breaking News: Road Closures, Issues Due to Storm High winds continue to knock things around, resulting in some road closures and flooding along Highway 101 and in the coast range Series of Storms to Hit Oregon Coast Next Two Days There's a whole lotta wind coming this way, as well as stormy seas, rain and maybe a bit of flooding Oregon Coast in December: Lincoln City Events The way that Lincoln City gets all dressed up in lights will leave you with an especially pleasant, beachy warm feeling for the season Pelicans on Oregon Coast Face Threat of Human Food ODFW recently issued a warning that feeding human food to brown pelicans is causing some serious problems for them Minus Tides A Holiday Highlight on Oregon Coast Some big minus tides are coming to the Oregon coast November 22 to 24, and they're happening around dusk or just after Newborn Whale Washes Up Near N. Oregon Coast The baby whale showed up on Monday at Seaview, Washington, already deceased Oregon Coast December Preview: Events for Tillamook, Manzanita, Rockaway, Pacific City Events in Tillamook, Pacific City, Rockaway, Oceanside and Garibaldi, followed by events for Nehalem, Wheeler and Manzanita A Cannon Beach and Seaside Christmas - Oregon Coast in December That cold chill of winter gets easily warmed over by the glow of the holidays on the north Oregon coast Catching Sight of Oregon Coast Wildlife This Season Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife recently released its wildlife viewing suggestions for the area Oregon Coast December Preview: Holiday Events in Florence, Yachats The central Oregon coast loves its holiday events, with Yachats gettting especially lit up during the season with a huge array of events Oregon Coast Holiday Preview: Newport and Depoe Bay in December It's a coastal Christmas season in the Newport and Depoe Bay areas Oregon Officials on Coastal Crabbing, Fishing, Clams Great news for bottom fishing along the Oregon coast, and for clamming and bay crabbing – but not so good for ocean crabbing A Look at the Crazy Things Oregon Coast Sand Levels Can Do Each winter storm season, Oregon coast beaches get scoured of sand Extraordinary Moments of Fog on Oregon Coast When it does hit the beaches, some awe-inspiring sights come into being Two Stunning and Memorable Hidden Spots on the Oregon Coast Take in the sights and sounds of the sea and that fresh ocean air in a way that only solitude lets you focus More to History of Oregon Coast's Peter Iredale Than Just a Shipwreck Its rusted bones are a huge attraction to those visiting Astoria, Seaside, Cannon Beach and Washington coast N. Oregon Coast Roadwork Finished, Slide Detour Near Oceanside Opens Now, Highway 131, also known as the Old Netarts Highway, is back open as of late afternoon on Friday Central Oregon Coast Stretch Near Florence Packed with Wonders Between Florence and Yachats, about 25 miles, there's a chunk of Highway 101 that is consistently untamed and unruly What Is That Wacky Green Goo on the Oregon Coast The technical name is Ulva fenestrata and it is a green macroalga that's everywhere The Different Details of a Crawl Up the Oregon Coast An always-wowing way up the winding shoreline North Oregon Coast Museum Features Cookbook Party, Lecture The Cannon Beach History Center and Museum doesn't stand still during the ever-colder winter months Last 60 Days of Swampland at Oregon Coast Aquarium There are two months left to see Swampland, the exhibit with habitats of three different types of swamps Picks of the Week for Oregon Coast, First Weekend of November It may be the start of the winter season (unofficially), but November kicks off with plenty to do Musical Veteran of Olympics, TV Shows Performs on North Oregon Coast The indie popster provides a kind of classy, slightly electronic-edge form of polyrhythmic groove, sometimes with a twinkling, romantic vibe An Oregon Coast Cluster of Caves: Oceanside Keep on walking down this clandestine beach and you'll find about half a dozen of these cave-like indentations Different Colors of an Oregon Coast Landmark: Seaside Promenade Different moments in time can drastically transform the colors here November is Native American Heritage Month in Oregon Coast Town Native American Heritage Month fills the Lincoln City Cultural Center with bundles of events Party of the Year on Oregon Coast at Oyster Cloyster The 11th Annual Oyster Cloyster Festival comes to Newport again on November 5 at the Oregon Coast Aquarium Oregon Coast Landmarks: the Beginnings of the Three Capes Loop 25 miles of rough, fairly untouched to very hidden spots occupy this route and the first few miles NOAA Winter Predictions: What It Means For Oregon Coast Whether or not the weather will be a mild form of La Nina or a heavy snow-inducing one is still, well, up in the air Astronomy Lessons the Oregon Coast Teaches You The Oregon coast holds some startling sights to be spotted in the skies, as the pristine conditions allow some insane interstellar viewing An Oregon Coast Wild Card: The Unseen Depoe Bay There's a lot of stuff crammed into the tiny area known as Depoe Bay Central Oregon Coast in November: Lincoln City in Early Winter Be surprised at the level of activity that Lincoln City provides during the early winter months NOAA Predictions for Tsunami Debris Arrival at Oregon Coast: When, How Big This week NOAA announced it predicts debris will start washing up on the Oregon coast in 2013 Oregon Coast Explorations: Nooks and Crannies of Yachats Sometimes, the best Oregon coast delights are in the details Oregon Coast Music Review: Manzanita's The Cedar Shakes Debut Record Old time Americana with a punkish flair has gleefully returned with Manzanita trio The Cedar Shakes Oregon Coast in November: Pacific City, Tillamook, Rockaway, Manzanita The little towns of Rockaway Beach, Manzanita, Garibaldi, Wheeler, Nehalem, Pacific City, Tillamook and even the village of Cape Meares Decent Weekend Weather Predicted for Oregon Coast The Weather Channel is predicting some fairly nice skies, low winds and nice temps for the weekend Early Winter on the Oregon Coast: November in Yachats, Florence There are a lot of wintry events in the little towns of Yachats, Florence and Waldport Oregon Coast in November: Newport, Depoe Bay Event Listings From fishies big and small at the aquarium, to a fancy feast, music and wine, Newport and Depoe Bay don't slow down much Oregon Coast November Preview: Cannon Beach, Seaside, Astoria Winter approaches and the north Oregon coast warms up with some awesome adventures Beers by the Beach: Sampling Oregon Coast Microbreweries All along the Oregon Coast Highway, in seaside towns big and small, you can find talented and passionate brewers Oregon Coast Beaches Abound with Brown Bubbles, Other Wonders It's beachcombing season again, with things washing up and odd brown waves Many Pooches on the Beach for Oregon Coast Dog Event October 15 in Cannon Beach the Surfsand Resort features its 14th Annual Dog Show on the Beach Lecture Events Spotlight Oregon Coast Science, Geology, Nature October will bring three very different but equally engaging events for those interested in the scientific side of the Oregon coast Oregon Officials Note Upcoming Coast Nature Highlights Plenty for those interested in crabbing, clamming, birding and some fascinating aspects of the ocean and beaches Surprising Science Factoids About Oregon Coast Weather The science of winter on the beaches, daylight hours and how much more sunscreen you need Striking Moments of This Summer on Oregon Coast So many kinds of atmospheric conditions and landscape changes made for remarkable highlights Distinctive, Clandestine Sides of One Oregon Coast Village For such a tiny place there's a lot crammed into Oceanside on the north Oregon coast Oregon Coast Lighthouses at a Glance A list of Oregon coast lighthouses and some supplemental information Oregon Coast Lighthouse Update: Restorations and Reopenings Heceta Head Lighthouse and Devil's Elbow State Park are mostly back open to the public, while the Cape Meares Lighthouse near Oceanside is still hurting for repairs Oregon Coast Highlights This Weekend There is plenty to partake in all over the beaches ODOT: North Oregon Coast Road Closure Until November The slide closure near Oceanside will go on until at least November Early Oregon Coast Storm Creates Wild Wave Moments It all resulted in some extraordinary swells along the beaches Instant Dreamlike Oregon Coast: Just Add Mist This past summer, while among the mildest and warmest in memory along the Oregon coast, did have its share of lingering mists and fog Mysterious Step Formations of Central Oregon Coast Along the central Oregon coast – mostly between Yachats and Florence – stairways, of all things, can become one of the more fascinating details to gaze and gawk at The Mother of All Oregon Coast Viewpoints: Manzanita's Neahkahnie The overlooks at Neahkahnie, floating above Manzanita, are one of the more striking viewpoints along these 362 miles of coastline Oregon Coast Weather to Flip Flop Between Sun and Rain This Week A slight roller coaster ride is in store for weather on the Oregon coast this weekend and next week More Images of Striking Oregon Coast Sand Levels from Summer As late as early September, many places on the Oregon coast were suddenly accessible where they weren't before Oregon Coast Town Has a Bay, Beaches and a Mountain Manzanita sits between the Nehalem Bay and the cluster of headlands that encompass Cape Falcon Oregon Coast Dining Moment: Fultano's in Cannon Beach This Fultano's is part of a small chain in Oregon of the same name, but this one is rather individualistic in its approach String Band Performs at Central Oregon Coast Outdoor Market A string band from the Salem area will liven things up in Lincoln City on September 25 Oregon Coast Landmark Opened Up by Shifting Sands Those piled up sand levels along the Oregon coast have helped allow more access to yet another tourism favorite: the Devil's Punchbowl Central Oregon Coast in October: Lincoln City Events The central Oregon coast town of Lincoln City boasts a bundle of events throughout October Small Shark Found Barely Alive on North Oregon Coast It's the third time in two weeks such a shark has washed up Unique Gargantuan Specimen Washes Up on N. Oregon Coast The Elephant seal is ten feet long and an almost completely mature male Recent Scenic Highlights of Oregon Coast: Sun, Fun and Wacky Sand This past week has been quite the sampler of experiences you can have on the Oregon coast Three Weather Facts Oregon Coast Officials Won't Tell You There are a few things you need to know about a visit to the Oregon coast you probably won't hear from visitor centers - things about weather that will surprise you Oregon Coast in October: Manzanita, Tillamook, Rockaway, Pacific City Tillamook County enters the Fall season with a keen sense of fun Oregon Coast in October: Newport, Depoe Bay Events An outdoors farmer's market, tons of fun at an aquarium, a huge celebration of a historic bridge and lots of music October Preview: Events in Seaside, Cannon Beach Astoria The fun of Halloween, music, various food fests and doggie events October Preview on Oregon Coast: Florence and Yachats A massive mushroom fest takes over Yachats in October and Chowder, Blues and Brews runs amok in Florence Fun with Tiny Glowing Creatures on Oregon Coast There is the phenomenon of glowing sand, along with some other oddball things that are happening on the beaches. Oregon Coast A Refuge from Hot Weather This Week The beaches, however, will be boasting temperatures in the cool 70’s and even 80's Oregon Coast Hotspot Near Cannon Beach Has a Different Face Arcadia State Park sits a bit between the famed village and the tinier town of Arch Cape Rocktoberfest Takes over North Oregon Coast Town in September Rockaway Beach goes nuts every mid-September with a growing phenomenon called Rocktoberfest Oregon Coast Expanses of Sand: Different Look at Seaside The north Oregon coast resort can radically switch identities and yield surprises Watery Pyrotechnics of Central Oregon Coast What separates parts of the central Oregon coast from other areas are two sections of stunning and consistently dramatic rocky platforms Perfect Places During a Packed Oregon Coast There are some fairly deserted Oregon coast spots to be found, but it may take some work Picture Perfect Weather for Holiday Weekend on Oregon Coast It looks to be a glorious weekend on the coast for that last summer blast on the beaches Two September Weekends of Live Music in Manzanita, N. Oregon Coast Duffy Bishop on Sept 10 and Molly's Revenge on Sept 16 50 Miles of Oregon Coast - Three Weather Systems Constant changes in weather and scenery between Depoe Bay, Lincoln City, Neskowin, Pacific City and Oceanside Poking Around Pillow Basalt of the Oregon Coast A curious, alien landscape can be found around Depoe Bay and parts of Yachats Recent Sand Levels Have Interesting Effect on Oregon Coast Reports are coming in from all over the coast about this Different Colors of Gleneden Beach, Central Oregon Coast Between Depoe Bay and Lincoln City sits Gleneden Beach Curiouser and Curiouser on Oregon Coast: Lightning, Glowing Sand, Meteors Lights in the sky, strange light flashes in the sand, and a bit of travel advice for those wanting to avoid traffic jams Wild Seafood Weekend Becoming an Oregon Coast Favorite The Newport Wild Seafood Weekend takes place in Newport on September 10 and 11 Calm, Warm Oregon Coast Weather This Week Plus Plenty of Sun - Mostly sunny skies will be found through the weekend and at least through Monday A Favorite Oregon Coast Landmark: Short Sand Beach A trail past soaring trees, babbling brooks and crystalline streams, and eventually a suspension bridge that is a bit like a thrill ride Nocturnal Oregon Coast: Exploring Another Side to Cannon Beach Startling sights take shape at night around this north Oregon coast icon of a little town Conference Marks Anniversary of Conservation Work On Oregon Coast This year's 28th annual Coast Conference, taking place in Newport on Saturday, September 17 Traffic Headache on North Oregon Coast Road Continues ODOT said there are still a few weeks left for this project Oregon Coast Weather Likely to Stay Warm Through October That irresistible combo of blue skies, little wind and warm temps on the Oregon coast seems likely to continue Labor Day Highlights On Oregon Coast The season's last blast is bonkers with stuff to do on the Oregon coast. Next on Oregon Coast: Fall Means the Famed Second Summer It's a cajoling bit of atmospheric pleasure where the weather is typically warmer than at any other time of year. 'Best Summer Ever' on Oregon Coast Likely to Continue Two Months This is not only the sunniest summer in recent memory on the Oregon coast, it's likely to continue through into the middle of October Guided Hikes, Walks Continue on N. Oregon Coast Scenic Spots They include Neahkahnie Mountain, Cannon Beach's Ecola Creek State park and Oswald West State Park Oregon Coast Beach Shifts Direction of River These days, it takes a long, meandering route out to sea, curving and twisting in a massive arc Weather and Big Event Highlights on Central Oregon Coast August and September feature a bevy of high-profile events and landmarks for Newport The Mystical Devil's Punchbowl: A Central Oregon Coast Landmark at Night This rousing, raucous bowl-like structure has an almost mystical air about it in calmer moods Oregon Coast Events Preview: Next Month in Lincoln City The tourist season may be winding down in September, but Lincoln City is not standing still. Oregon Coast September Preview: Events in Seaside, Cannon Beach, Astoria Plenty of outdoor activities, along with music, food and entertainment Newport, Depoe Bay in September: Oregon Coast Second Summer Preview On the central coast, Depoe Bay and Newport heat up as well with a full calendar of events Depoe Bay Seawall in Different Moods - Oregon Coast Virtual Tour Oregon Coast In September: Preview for Pacific City, Tillamook, Garibaldi, Manzanita It all kicks off with the Labor Day weekend – the final blowout of summer – but the fun continues August 17 Event Looks at Adaptation To Climate Change on Oregon Coast The event takes place 7 p.m. at Oregon Coast Community College's lecture hall in Newport Oregon Coast in September: Events in Yachats, Florence, Waldport This is when Labor Day Weekend happens in Yachats, Waldport and Florence, and the month of September always features the best, most stunning weather of the year. Normally Placid Place Can Illustrate Power of Oregon Coast Waves This chunk of the beach has been the recipient of some wild wave action in the past Oregon Coast Weather Mellow and Fairly Sunny This Week The second week of August is off to a mellow start along the beaches Birds Abound in Parts of Oregon Coast Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is touting some remarkable birding possibilities on the Oregon coast right now Oregon Coast Landmarks in a Different Light Some stunning changes in Newport, Depoe Bay Devil's Punchbowl, Lincoln City, Garibaldi, Manzanita and Cannon Beach Tiny North Oregon Coast Village Packed Full of Delights Wheeler is one of the least known parts of the Oregon coast, probably because it doesn't sit by the beach but a bit inland, along the Nehalem Bay Oregon Coast Summer Day Full of Weather, Tide Surprises A variety of weather and tidal phenomena light up Manzanita, Cannon Beach and Seaside Crabbing on Oregon Coast Doing OK Right Now, Say Officials ODFW just issued a report on various recreational activities on the Oregon coast Oregon Coast Picks of the Week: Early August Hiking, sea lions, beach bonfires, barbecue, wine, music and more Three Oregon Coast Sea Life Colonies You Probably Don't Know Three places for finding those tiny, trippy beasties that are off the beaten path at Depoe Bay, near Yachats and Oceanside The Unknown Blowhole of the Oregon Coast Along Ocean Road, in the tiny town of Yachats, sits an even tinier attraction that periodically gets rather large A Place of Many Birds on the Central Oregon Coast The cliffs below this spot between Florence and Yachats are smothered with creatures big and small. Look for Meteor Showers in Oregon and Its Coast Now, as August gets its start, you can expect to see the Perseids in the night sky. Moments of Wild, Intense Color Along the Oregon Coast It's where the world abruptly changes its color scheme, and everything is riotously brighter and more intense. A Monster of an Oregon Coast Anniversary: Newport Bridge Turning 75 It opened up in 1936 as part of the federally funded project that helped end the Great Depression and started tourism along the Oregon coast One Oregon Coast Spot Has a Wild and a Calm Face The south jetty at Rockaway Beach is a cozy, calm and yet paradoxically dramatic spot Latest on Shellfish and Minus Tides on Oregon Coast ODFW issued a statement regarding the closure of some Oregon coast beaches to razor clam digging and mussel harvesting Closure of Famed Oregon Coast Lighthouse Delayed Slightly The parking lots and trail at Heceta Head Lighthouse were originally slated to be closed for construction on August 1 Oregon Coast Landmarks: Exploring the Neskowin Ghost Forest They are what is called the 'ghost forest' here: a stand of trees some 1,000 to 2,000 years old Oregon Coast Picks of the Week: Low Tides, History and Food Minus tides, history with a touch of pirates, a farmer's market, and some cooking and metal forging classes Three Insanely Cool Oregon Coast Viewpoints You May Not Know Often, there's more to a dazzling viewpoint than mere height as well. Nature Kicks Into High Gear on Oregon Coast In Summer Low tides, tide pools, wildlife, glowing sand, meteor showers and funky jellyfish Manzanita's Neahkahnie Overlooks an Oregon Coast Masterpiece Neahkahnie Mountain is a place full of awe and ahhhh’s, an overlook of consistent wowing qualities mind-blowing natural beauty. A Bit of Star Trek, Half Life 2 on Oregon Coast Visual nuggets that could appeal to fans of Stargate, Star Wars, the original Twilight, Half Life August is About Wine and Song on North Oregon Coast Bluegrass and other celebrations at Nehalem Bay Winery and the wine bar in Cannon Beach Little Oregon Coast Park Bigger Than It Looks It's called Canyon Drive Park, and it's one of those central Oregon coast hotspots that's not really well known Minus Tides Aplenty on Oregon Coast in Coming Weeks The latter half of summer vacation along the Oregon coast will be full of low tides New Microbrew to Benefit Oregon Coast Aquarium Anaconda Ale is the new baby from the Rogue Ales Brewpubs Talk on Beach Ecology Set for North Oregon Coast, July 31 The talk will look at the creatures inhabiting these beaches and how the existence of each interacts with the rest of the environment A Look Ahead on Oregon Coast: Lincoln City in August The latter days of summer will again bring lots of food, fun and outdoors events to the central Oregon coast town of Lincoln City Central Oregon Coast Cave Tells a Varied Geologic Tale An ancient story of towering volcanoes, searing lava flows for hundreds of miles, continents drifting over millions of years Stunning Sights of Secret Oregon Coast Spot: Other Side of Cape Kiwanda A wild canyon full of ocean, crazy colors, other surprises Final Days of Summer on Central Oregon Coast: Newport Preview Farmer's markets, sea lions, octopuses, authors and more Top End of Oregon Coast Events Through End of Summer Astoria knows how to whoop up for the second half of summer North Oregon Coast Town Rocks Out, Hosts Summefest Too Two distinctively awesome ways to have fun are erupting on the north Oregon coast this weekend N. Oregon Coast Events in August: Pacific City, Tillamook, Rockaway, Manzanita Tillamook County in late summer features a huge variety of things to do and events Oregon Coast Late Summer: August Preview for Cannon Beach, Seaside The last days of summer vacation still mean wave after wave of fun on the north Oregon coast Oregon Coast August Preview: Yachats, Waldport and Florence Summer continues to sizzle in the Yachats and Florence area at the end of the season Unusual Ocean Dye Experiment for Central Oregon Coast Next Week July 14 will be part of an experiment to track the movement of water in the near-shore environment Tiny Jellyfish Make Sizable Invasion in Some Oregon Coast Spots They are a little jellyfish called a Sea Gooseberry, and they resemble bubbles sitting in the sand by themselves Weather and Feeding Patterns Cooperate for Oregon Coast Whale Watching Calm ocean conditions and whales feeding close to shore are providing some exciting sights for visitors North Oregon Coast Wildlife Right Now: Falcons, Murres, Elk, Deer Fawns Elk, falcon and other birds are some of the possible wildlife finds right now North Oregon Coast Museum Features Images from Space A traveling exhibit from the Smithsonian will be at the Cannon Beach History Center until August 28 Oregon Coast Road Update: Tunnel Open, Bridge Work Resumes Tunnel closures on Highway 26 stopped but work on two bridges along the way has resumed Stellar Weather Continues on Oregon Coast for a Good Week This official kickoff to summer will stay around for a while Visions, Impressions of Various Oregon Coast Displays A whole new kind of energy and party vibe all their own, along with the numerous calming benefits of simply being by the Pacific Oregon Coast Safety Reminders for Holiday: No Fireworks, Camping on Beaches It turns shooting off fireworks on all Oregon beaches is against the law, and camping on the beaches is prohibited Coastal Holiday Weekend Highlights Include Trains, Sea Life, Outdoor Markets - Firework displays aren't the only thing going on around the Oregon coast during this massive holiday weekend Oregon Coast Lodging Openings for Fourth of July If you need a place to stay on the Oregon coast for the Fourth of July holiday weekend, you're almost out of luck Oregon Coast Picks for the Holiday Weekend There will be more to the beaches than firework displays this weekend Oregon Coast Experts Warn to Stay Away from Seals, Sea Lions on Beaches Right about now, the Oregon coast sees not just a huge jump in visitors to the beach but also baby seals and molting elephant seals Tide Pool Discovery Days Coming to Central Oregon Coast Hotspot July 16 to 18, local experts will be holding Tide Pool Discovery Days at Cape Perpetua Oregon Coast Dining Moment: Heidi's in Yachats It's small, it's charming, and it's wowing Kiwanda's Mighty Mysteries: Astounding Sights Atop an Oregon Coast Headland Pacific City's Cape Kiwanda is one of the more recognizable features in all of Oregon Oregon Coast Dining Moment: Arch Cape Inn and Retreat It's true: you can have dinner in a real castle on the north Oregon coast. Central Oregon Coast Fireworks Display Got a Tad Bigger The big fireworks show in Newport, on the central Oregon coast, actually just got a little bigger in size An Oregon Coast Icon: One Mile Around Cape Kiwanda The other part is a relatively hidden beach with a fair amount of not so obvious nooks and crannies. Central Oregon Coast Town Boasts Clambake Again on July 2 A celebration of all things new and historical with the Newport Clambake Lewis and Clark's Home on Oregon Coast Hosts Summer Programs Fort Clatsop, near Astoria, on the north Oregon coast, is the replica of the fort where the troupe spent the winter of 1805-06 Hidden Rocky Cliff at Depoe Bay a Constant Oregon Coast Stunner It's one spectacular stretch of clandestine cliffs that is hiding in plain sight Oregon Coast Revels in First Day of Summer In Manzanita it's a stunning 70-degree day on Tuesday, Unusual Summer Fun on Oregon Coast: An Eye-Popping Preview Look for glowing sand, the Green Flash at Sunset, intense viewing of meteor showers and maybe even sand that sings Unseen Reality of the Oregon Coast: Science of Newport, Nye Beach at Night Reality is slightly different if you're a mechanical eye, a mix of science and aesthetics Nature, Kite Events Kick Off First Weekend of Summer on Oregon Coast This first week of summer is all about enjoying the ocean air Oregon Coast Weekend Gives Way to Sunny, Summer Skies During Week The coast will become a comfy and sunny 60 degrees or more A Curious Knoll and Deserted Beach on the Central Oregon Coast About halfway between Florence and Yachats Monsters, Myths and Mysterious Noises of Hidden Oregon Coast Village There are, in actuality, two places named Cape Meares on the north Oregon coast Temporary Park Closures on Oregon Coast Heceta Head Lighthouse, Devil's Elbow State Park and Saddle Mountain N. Oregon Coast Sees Yet Another New Seal Pup The second seal pup in a week was born to Seaside Aquarium yesterday morning in the wee hours Work on Oregon Coast Highways Continues Various construction projects are either starting up or continuing along the roads to the Oregon coast or on Highway 101 Lincoln City Summer Preview: Central Oregon Coast in July Lincoln City and July, when summer has officially really kicked off in this central Oregon coast town. Oregon Coast Summer Events for Astoria, Seaside, Cannon Beach The last three large towns on the north Oregon coast continue to ramp up the energy for summer, with plenty of outdoor events, music, food, history and theater fun. North Oregon Coast July Events: Pacific City, Tillamook, Rockaway, Manzanita Calendar for the north Oregon coast towns of Tillamook, Pacific City, Rockaway Beach, Garibaldi, Bay City, Nehalem, Wheeler and Manzanita Central Oregon Coast Events for July, Early Summer July events on the central Oregon coast, including Florence, Yachats, Waldport, Newport and Depoe Bay. Experiment on Oregon Coast Yields Other Remarkable Finds Trying to photograph the elusive glowing sand in Cannon Beach and Manzanita leads to other finds Structures of Small Oregon Coast Town Resemble Ancient Civilization If ever there was a place on the Oregon coast that got the imagination moving in a sci-fi direction, it would be Yachats New Seal Pup Born to North Oregon Coast Attraction Seaside Aquarium just announced the birth of a new seal pup Farmer's Markets Bloom On Oregon Coast - A Guide by Town Not very well known is that September and early October provide the best weather of the year Lots of Whale Activity on Central Oregon Coast, Including an Orca Whale activity is aplenty right about now around the Depoe Bay area First Highland Games and Celtic Festival for Oregon Coast This Weekend June 10 – 12, brings the first inaugural Newport Celtic Festival and Highland Games to the central Oregon coast town Glowing Sand Phenomenon Spotted Again on Oregon Coast The phenomenon shows up as tiny, greenish, blue sparks in the wet sand Striking Spring Colors of a Central Oregon Coast Village On this particular day in April, the tiny town of Yachats is in a deeply purple mood Central Oregon Coast Holds a Day to Learn About NOAA The Hatfield in Newport is holding a special event on June 11 called NOAA Day Fourth of July Guide to Oregon Coast, 2011 A few towns serve up their fireworks or celebrations on the second or third of July Spectacular Minus Tides on Oregon Coast Arrive with Warm Weekend Weather Temps in the 70s come with minus tides as low as a foot and a half in some parts of the Oregon coast Oregon Coast Surf Contest for Kids, Teens Takes Place June 18 It's the Otter Rock n’ Roll Youth Surf Contest and Beach Cleanup Challenge Unbelievable Sights, Visual Epiphanies of an Oregon Coast Night Sky Cannon Beach, Seaside, Rockaway Beach, Manzanita and Nehalem are dressed in their evening best Time Lapse Video of Oregon Coast, Manzanita Area Visit the Oregon coast and see two hours of the day in just a few minutes Holiday Weekend a Mix of Rain, Clouds and Sun on Oregon Coast Fair to lovely for the coast this holiday weekend Best of Oregon Coast Oceanfront Lodging, Hotels, Rentals That most coveted of stays on the Oregon coast: right on the ocean Newport Marathon on Central Oregon Coast, June 4 Saturday, June 4 brings the 13th annual Newport Marathon back to the central Oregon coast Above the Oregon Coast: Oceanside, On the Three Capes Loop Above Oceanside, near Tillamook and Netarts, sits a secretive bluff where hang gliders launch from Changes in Highway to North Oregon Coast for Holiday and June ODOT plans some traffic changes for Highway 26 and construction on the tunnel will continue a little bit longer Spring Sunset Draws Dozens to One Oregon Coast Beach Around two dozen folks are lining a 100-foot-long stretch of beach, just behind the Needles rock structures Magnificent Oregon Coast Spot Exists Only Half the Time It's called Cape Cove Beach, and it’s technically part of Cape Perpetua and the Devil's Churn. Visions of a Tunnel and Secret Cave: Oceanside, on the Oregon Coast A look at the tunnel at Maxwell Point, a secret cave and tidepool action Oregon Coast Virtual Tour: Roaring Rocky Ledges Near Depoe Bay The drama of Rodea Point, at Otter Crest Loop, Depoe Bay and Newport Otter Crest Loop and Rocky Creek Bridge, on the Central Oregon Coast The northern edge of Otter Crest Loop provides a nice assemblage of secretive wonders hiding in plain sight Oregon Coast Lodgings Urge Book Now for Memorial, Fourth of July Book now for holidays like Memorial Weekend or Fourth of July, or you'll be out of luck Oregon Coast Experts: Why Whale Body Slammed Vessel On May 12, the crew of the sailing vessel L'Orca began a race to Vancouver, B.C. State Parks Holds Camping Programs on Coast, Around Oregon Oregon Parks and Recreation Department staff are giving you another reason to go to camping this summer Lots of Clamming, Crabbing, Birds, Tide Pools, Whales on Oregon Coast The weekly recreational report from Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife spells out lots of intriguing stuff Legendary N. Oregon Coast Restaurant Changes Menu, Seating Times Cannon Beach's upscale Stephanie Inn Dining Room is known for its stellar Northwest cuisine and eye roll-inducing food Minus Tides and Stellar Weather for Oregon Coast This Week An irresistible combo of really low minus tides and beautiful weather The Brooding Yet Dreamlike Oregon Coast at Spring Even on darker days, clouds in this area can gather with just enough holes in them to allow the wild colors of sunset through Oregon Archeology and Coast Birds Events This Weekend in Newport Gathering data of dead birds along the Oregon coast and some interesting new looks at regional archeology and cemetery marker Wild Oregon Coast: Bald Eagles, Skate Eggs, Elk and Transforming Octopus Many sightings of bald eagles, elk – and an amazing display of how an octopus changes its colors Views of Central Oregon Coast from International Space Station A new imaging system studies two parts of the Oregon coast Central Oregon Coast in June: Lincoln City Events and Fourth of July Preview Included here is a preview of some of the Independence Day events for the town as well. Central Oregon Coast Events in June: Florence, Yachats and Newport June and Fourth of July in Florence, Yachats, Waldport, Depoe Bay and Newport North Oregon Coast in June: Events from Astoria to Pacific City Events in Pacific City, Oceanside, Tillamook, Rockaway Beach, Garibaldi, Manzanita, Nehalem, Cannon Beach, Seaside and Astoria Interstellar Drama Above the N. Oregon Coast: a Mystery Solved Curious discoveries are made about this universe from atop one of the more famous viewpoints on the Oregon coast Spring and Memorial Weekend Highlights on Oregon Coast Spring events and special festivals for Memorial Day Weekend Latest in Fun Science: Oregon Coast from Space, Stellar Mystery, Whales, Odd Formations This past week we've been able to time travel back millions of years, down to the ocean bottom and then up to space Tiny Jellyfish a Big Delight on Oregon Coast Seaside Aquarium staff spotted them in the Seaside area this week, and they were also photographed in Oceanside. Beach and Bay Adventures on Central Oregon Coast: Lincoln City by Day and Night Siletz Bay, stunning beaches and a new park A Divergent Oregon Coast View: Cannon Beach, Seaside from Above Checking out Cannon Beach, Seaside, Tillamook Head and Tillamook Rock Lighthouse from the air Shark Washes Up on N. Oregon Coast Beach The shark was a Broadnose Sevengill Shark (Notorynchus cepedianus) More Killer Whales Spotted on Central Oregon Coast The yearly appearance of Orcas on the Oregon coast is getting a little more heated Oregon Coast Outdoor Guide - At a Glance If you've ever needed a quick reference guide to the outdoors for the Oregon coast – this would be it. Mysterious Rocky Steps Along Oregon Coast Explained by Geology It's almost as if Mother Nature planted some comfortable seats at certain points so you could watch the waves Feeding of Seagulls On Oregon Coast a No No, But Growing Problem Feeding seagulls is simply a bad idea, and it's now becoming greatly discouraged along the Oregon coast by state and local officials Layered and Rugged Beauty of Strawberry Hill Wayside, Oregon Coast Tide pooling, bouncing around the beach, wildlife viewing and agate hunting Oregon Coast Village An Unnerving, Alien Beauty at Night Yachats at night is both hauntingly beautiful and slightly unnerving. Oregon Coast Mammal Stranding Network Speaks in Tillamook This Weekend The talk will be given in Tillamook on April 30 Oregon Coast Weather Downs and Ups This Week So far, the region has been basking in plenty of blue skies most of the week, albeit often chilly temperatures Killer Whales Arrive on Central Oregon Coast – Other Whales Too Every year about this time, almost exactly on April 15, they appear off the waters of this area, cruising around looking for the easiest prey Central Oregon Coast in May: Events in Yachats, Depoe Bay, Newport As spring comes barreling in along the central Oregon coast, the towns of Newport, Depoe Bay and Yachats light up with a variety of events Road Work on Highway 26 to North Oregon Coast Several road projects along Highway 26 will cause some delays during the week North Oregon Coast Spring Events: Netarts, Garibaldi, Tillamook, Rockaway, Manzanita May brings delights like food events, entertainment, a kite festival and a lot of train rides Lincoln City Landmarks - the Subtle Central Oregon Coast Several miles of pristine beaches and some major shopping opportunities, along with all the conveniences of the modern world Oregon Coast Spring Events: Calendar for Lincoln City Lincoln City cuts loose in April and May with a variety of food, music, outdoors and cultural events North Oregon Coast Events: Calendar for Seaside, Cannon Beach in May Various culture happenings take place in the bustling burghs of Seaside and Cannon Beach The Eyes of the Oregon Coast: Watching Beach Changes Spring and late winter has brought numerous changes to a variety of areas Geologic Wonders and Frights of Central Oregon Coast, Yachats Area About 50 million years ago there was (and still is) a kind of soft spot in the Earth's crust that allowed all sorts of enormous lava flows to erupt Video: 160 Miles of Oregon Coast Beaches At Night Where astronomy science meets a beach vacation, or the everyday becomes otherworldly under the cloak of darkness Oregon Coast Talk Focuses on Birds and Marine Mammals You'll get a hefty dose of both at a talk in Yachats on April 28 Oregon Coast Picks of the Week, April 11 There's plenty to do in the natural world aspect of these beaches, as well as some manmade highlights Oregon Coast Archives: the Romance of Sandy Beaches It's often the softer beaches that draw people here, looking for that opportunity for "long walks on a sandy beach." Oregon Coast Virtual Tour: Marine Gardens Near Depoe Bay While Devil's Punchbowl, near Depoe Bay, gets a lot of the attention, there's a stunning, rather unpopulated beach lying just below the cliffs that never ceases to cause wonder Editorial: Beware Internet Rumors of the Oregon Coast Oregon Coast Archives: Strange and Secret Beaches Dusting of Snow Amazes Some Spring Breakers on Oregon Coast A small dusting of snow hit Manzanita about 9:15 a.m. and hail briefly turned Seaside white A Washington Spring Break Guide to the Oregon Coast For those spring breakers from Washington, you'll be engaged by secrets like Manzanita or the Three Capes Loop Oregon Coast Officials: Trying to Help Baby Seals Could Kill Them Spring brings that "season of the seal" again to the the Oregon coast Dark, Oily Waves on North Oregon Coast a Positive Thing It's reminiscent of the Gulf Oil Disaster earlier this year, even leaving mass dark stains on the beaches. Hidden Beach on Central Oregon Coast Filled with Mysteries, Scientific Delights It's part adventure in a Lewis & Clark vein, part visual feast and part scientific exploration. Surprises of an Oregon Coast Spring: Tides, Crazed Foam, Orcas, Intense Sunsets Spring on the Oregon coast is probably the most interesting time of year, full of more remarkable discoveries than any other time Seals Frolic and Entertain for Generations on North Oregon Coast The wacky antics of the seals at Seaside Aquarium have entertained and amused for decades Rumble and Noise Alarms Central Oregon Coast Residents Monday The magnitude 2 earthquake did indeed shake the region at 11:02 a.m., but is tiny and no reason for concern Oregon Coast Dining Moment: Fathoms Restaurant in Lincoln City While the food is awesome, it's the view that may be the biggest attraction Over 3,000 Gather to Clean Up Oregon Coast An estimated 43,991 total pounds of trash picked up by some 3,261 volunteers One Tiny Oregon Coast Spot Yields Dozens of Science Discoveries Combing the details at Hug Point is one heck of a treasure hunt Oregon Coast This Week: Goodbye Octopus, Museum Opens, Poetry One involves an octopus, another a lot of poetry and prose, and the third is a historical museum coming back to life. Beginnings of an Oregon Coast Highway A brief history of Highway 101 on the north Oregon coast, and the beaches as highways Confessions and Conversions of An Oregon Coast Hater The frightening, oddball truth is that for at least a couple decades I hated the Oregon coast. Central Oregon Coast Spring: Yachats Blooms with Events The little town on the central Oregon coast roars like a lion in springtime Oregon Coast in the Spring: Newport, Depoe Bay Events It's not just about spring break in Newport and Depoe Bay An Oregon Coast Virtual Tour: Gleneden Beach State Park, near Depoe Bay and Lincoln City Picnic tables, a small lawn area, and a picnic shelter for groups are also the highlight Will the Oregon Coast See the Super Full Moon? March 19 is called a “Super Full Moon” as it will appear larger than usual that night Spring Break Highlights on Oregon Coast Aquariums, helicopter rides, Whale Watch Week and maybe even agates and Japanese glass floats. Oregon Coast Tsunami Scare from a Personal Perspective Say what you will about the faults and the mishaps with the tsunami warnings and protocols along the coast, but one thing was for sure: people knew what to do Some Curiosity Seekers Come to Oregon Coast After Tsunami Scare It was mostly a non-event along the 360 miles of coastline, yet it has caused some unreasonable lingering fears and yet some curiosity seekers. Officials Say No Risk to Oregon Coast from Japanese Radiation Lincoln County authorities have released a statement saying there is not a risk to Oregon or its coastline Oregon Coast Residents Recall Intensity of Tsunami Evacuations Friday morning's tsunami evacuations yielded thousands of tales of potential refugees along the coastline Oregon Coast Spring Events: Lincoln City Calendar Spring Break is about to pounce on the central Oregon coast, bringing with it a host of cultural and outdoor things to do Video: A Brief Tour of Lincoln City, Oregon Coast Lincoln City sits on the central Oregon coast, by far one of the most popular destinations in the coastal region Tsunami Advisory for Oregon Coast, Danger Downgraded, Beaches Open The tsunami warnings have been cancelled along the Oregon coast, with the USGS downgrading it to an advisory Keep Up to Date on Any Tsunami Warnings, Watches Here Oregon Coast Archives: Wild, Weird and Paranormal on the Coast Central Oregon Coast Jazz Performance Takes Unique Seating Arrangement The Greg Ernst Trio will be churning out the good times with a A Night of Jazz, on Friday, March 18 Fun And Fascinating This Week on Oregon Coast: Agates, Wind, Beer, Brown Goo and Murder Mystery Agates, murder mysteries, oddball science, shipwrecks, whole sand dollars, winter storms, blues music fine food and fine beers and wine Oregon Coast Historical Virtual Tour: Downtown Depoe Bay It's an area crammed with curio shops, restaurants of all sizes and cost ranges, along with a stunning view of the ocean Central Oregon Coast Town Celebrates Women's History Month There are a wealth of cultural events and celebrations throughout the central Oregon coast town Looking Back: Eerie Calm Before Oregon Coast Storm of 07 Before and after the storm, there was an exceptional calm, and extremely pleasant, lulling calm An Oregon Coast Landmark: Depoe Bay Bridge and History The bridge at Depoe Bay, designed by famed architect Conde B. McCullough, is a striking construction, spanning over what is claimed to be the "world’s smallest navigable harbor." Murder is Good for Business with Central Oregon Coast Who Dunnit Every March, around 100 people gather in the historic Nye Beach district of Newport to solve a murder. Stargazing and Night Photo Tips on the Oregon Coast, Part 2 Take a look at the further freaky discoveries you can make playing with star trail photographs yourself Oregon Coast Stumps of Mystery: Neskowin's Ghost Forest The kind of Oregon coast attraction so unusual it's thousands of years in the making North Oregon Coast in the Spring: Calendar for Seaside, Cannon Beach It's a mix of the wild and the upscale this spring on the north Oregon coast, as Seaside and Cannon Beach hop into the season Oregon Coast Spring Events in Tillamook County: Manzanita, Rockaway, Pacific City, Oceanside, Garibaldi Places in Tillamook County come alive with a variety of events Oregon Coast Virtual Tour: Short Beach Near Oceanside, Three Capes Tour Along what is called Meares Loop Road there's a tiny mile marker designating MP 4 and then Radar Road Big Weekend for Festivals, Events on Oregon Coast Dixieland jazz, yoga, a huge seafood and wine festival and even a pubcrawl are among the massive endeavors taking over small Oregon coast towns Collection of Oregon Coast Astronomy, Star Photos Some startling things emerge in the night sky on the Oregon coast Snow on the Oregon Coast - and The People Who Love-Hate It Snow yielded plenty of lovely sights on the beaches, especially the north coast, but made little mark south of Pacific City Compendium of Astronomy, Star Shots from Oregon Coast at Night Not all the weird science of the Oregon coast happens on the ground, or for that matter, in Earth's atmosphere Stargazing from an Oregon Coast Perspective - Tips, Discoveries When these conditions happen on the Oregon coast, the possibilities for stargazing and astronomy are, well, out of this world Yoga Festival and a Trip to Italy on N. Oregon Coast The Cannon Beach Yoga Festival starts this weekend, while another popular business in town is taking people on a culinary tour of Italy. Freezing Temps, Some Snow This Week for Oregon Coast some amount of snow for even the Oregon coast this week Oregon Coast Weather 180: A Sunnier Disposition for Holiday Weekend The coast is bright and sunny for this weekend after a brief snow dusting Friday that resulted in at least one accident Snow Coming to North Oregon Coast The NWS has predicted some amount of snow to hit the north Oregon coast and southern Washington coast Oregon Coast Restaurant, Dining Moment: Tsunami Grill, Wheeler Stuffed with tasty tidbits of meat and fresh veggies, they are ethereal little culinary monsters Oregon Coast Town Swells with Thousands for Seafood Wine Fest Perhaps the single biggest festival on the Oregon coast is coming up fast, with the Newport Seafood & Wine Festival, happening February 25, 26, and 27 New On Oregon Coast: Voting for Best of, Garibaldi Museum A lot of interesting things are bubbling up around the Oregon coast: Garibaldi, Seaside, Astoria, Depoe Bay Secret Pleasures of Oregon Coast: Cape Kiwanda State Park About one mile north of Pacific City, just before you hit the Sand Lake Road junction and Tierra Del Mar, there's an unmarked, tiny road Editorial: Beach Safety Standards Different Around Oregon Coast Much of the dangers are obvious; more safety measures needed Public Asked for Help on Oregon Coast High Tides Project Help out by photographing high tides on the beach, at jetties and rivers Sea Lion Threat May Be Diminishing On Oregon Coast The disease is called leptospirosis, and it was infecting California sea lions in enormous numbers this past year Devil's Churn on the Central Oregon Coast The attraction a few miles south of the sleepy hamlet of Yachats lives up to its moniker. Oregon Coast Scientists Work on Future of Alaska King Crab Newport scientists are working on ensuring the future of Alaska king crab by trying to raise larval crabs to juveniles in a hatchery environment Rare Whale and Orcas Make It to Oregon Coast Waters An endangered species and Killer Whales in the area Oregon Coast Travel: Mythical Monster of Manzanita Explained Another night on the Oregon coast, another mythical beast encountered A Pub Crawl and Food, Wine Fest for North Oregon Coast Fine food, fine wines and a regular good ol' time and local bars are on tap in March in Cannon Beach Oregon Coast Travel Tips: Rooms for Newport Seafood Wine Fest Lodging availability in the area as well as shuttles to Newport Tierra Del Mar: An Oregon Coast Secret in Plain Sight This is the village of Tierra Del Mar, near Milepost 10, along what is called Sandlake Road A Natural Maker of Monsters on Central Oregon Coast A sudden and thunderous gush of sea of water erupts from the black basalt in a white plume Same Oregon Coast Beach, Three Distinct Visions One Freaky Geology Lesson - Hug Point, on the north Oregon coast, is one of those wildly distinctive wonders that yields more and more the further you delve into it. Ocean Sciences and Fossils Take Spotlight on Central Oregon Coast Hatfield Marine Science Center features a bevy of interesting events in February Crab Meat on Oregon Coast At Its Best This Time of Year Crabmeat is at its fullest right about now because the crustaceans have gone through their molting process Work and Traffic Delays on Oregon Coast Roads, Bridges Projects affecting Newport, Astoria, Tillamook and the coast range Oregon Scientists Find New Approach to Studying Waves on Coast Engineers from OSU have invented a kind of stereo vision Three Days of Sunsets, Astounding Weather, on Oregon Coast 150 miles of sunsets and stellar skies High Spring Tides Postpone Oregon Coast Beach Cleanup This year, it's been moved to March 26, happening at the usual 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. North Oregon Coast vs. Rest of the Galaxy A balmy day gives way to a thick galaxy and shooting stars at night Things You Don't Normally See on Central Oregon Coast Yet another example of how dynamic the Oregon coast can be Oregon Coast Heats Up on Valentine's Weekend with Specials Romance is in the air at some lodgings and restaurants 11 Reasons To Hit the Oregon Coast in Winter Hidden pleasures like glass floats, weird beach finds, and the glorious mini-spring coming Oregon Coast Hotel Offers Tornado Victims a Getaway, Other Changes Inn at Wecoma is undergoing some startling renovations What You Missed on Oregon Coast This Week At one point, the sky clears up and the stars erupt in a massive show Vintage Jewelry Fest on Oregon Coast a Hot Destination - Be Jeweled, a vintage, collectible and costume jewelry sale, comes to Newport Oregon Coast Virtual Tour: Cape Lookout State Park and its Beaches It's the beginning of the Netarts Spit, and the end of the trail descending from Cape Lookout. Oregon Coast Winter Calendar: Yachats Events in January, February Crab feed, movies, art, music and romance Night Closures to Begin Monday on Highway to North Oregon Coast Work on Highway 26 will begin a little earlier than expected Road Work on Oregon Coast Range Highways Includes Felling Trees Highway 18 and Highway 6 will both be seeing some delays Holiday Weekend Offers Finds on Oregon Coast Like Agates Warm weather, beach treasures and low lodging prices beckon Central Oregon Coast Seafood Wine Fest Offers Advance E Tix Buy them online and avoid larger lines at the Newport Seafood Wine Fest Oregon Coast Events: Newport in the Winter Seafood and Wine fest, chocolate, theater, opera, shipwrecks and more Oregon Coast Calendar: Lincoln City Winter Events, Jan and Feb Food fests, antiques, theater and more Depoe Bay, Cape Foulweather Secret Cliffs, Ocean Drama Oregon Coast Soaring basalt monsters typify this secret chunk of coastline More Beneath Sands of Oregon Coast Town Than Meets the Eye The north Oregon coast town has recently become rather famous for the shipwreck Most Stunning Oregon Coast Photographic Moments of 2010 This is, afterall, one of the most dynamic environments on Earth Writers Event On Central Oregon Coast Features Poets The latest installment of the Nye Beach Writers' Series happens on January 15 Depoe Bay, Cape Foulweather Secret Cliffs, Ocean Drama Part of Humpback Whale Makes Smelly Visit to Oregon Coast Objects like these long dead whales are sometimes called globsters Night Closures Coming in January for Tunnel to North Oregon Coast Highway 26 towards the north Oregon coast will experience some nighttime closures at the Dennis Edwards Tunnel Biggest Oregon Coast News Stories, Developments of the Year Four major developments dominated tourism on the Oregon coast Mysterious Structures Again a Possibility On Oregon Coast Like something between a Yes album cover and Dr. Suess Oregon Coast Archives: Walking a Ghost Town Looking back at the exploration of an Oregon coast ghost town Sea Otter Pup Creates a Cute Fest at Oregon Coast Aquarium A young Northern sea otter joined the frolicking bunch Snowy Plover Continues Rebound Along Oregon Coast Two state and four federal agencies signed off on a plan to help the beach-loving bird reach its recovery targets Oregon Beaches Crammed with Interesting Finds This Holiday Week Agates, a shipwreck, whales, storms and more High Wind Watch for Oregon Coast, Mountains, S. Washington Coast Gusts up to 60 mph are possible Oregon Coast Archives: Meeting Star Trek, Seinfeld and Lewis and Clark Royalty Hang around the coast long enough you’ll discover interesting things Oregon Coast Archives: Run Towards the Heat on the Coast Fall is the time when the Oregon coast is at its warmest Oregon Coast Whale Watch Week Begins - But More Whales Coming Thousands of whales means thousands of spectators along dozens of high vantage points on the Oregon coast this week Secret Oregon Coast Shipwreck Shows Up after 35-Year Absence The wreck of the Emily G. Reed has been unearthed by recent winter wave action Photos of Lunar Eclipse on Oregon Coast Monday night's lunar event was more frustrating Oregon Coast Now: Esoteric Nights, Secret Shipwreck, Winter Scenes From Manzanita, Seaside, Rockaway, Oceanside, Cannon Beach Surprise-Filled History Surrounds Oregon Coast Landmark Before the Devil's Punchbowl, another rock structure nearby had the attention of tourists Chasing the Lunar Eclipse Around the North Oregon Coast On the coast, it was a hazy eclipse Tips for Tonight's Eclipse on Oregon Coast Will the Oregon coast, much less much of Oregon, get to see the unusual lunar eclipse tonight New Creatures in the Tank at North Oregon Coast Attraction Some new critters are gracing the tanks at Seaside Aquarium Oregon Coast New Year's Eve Roundup: Hotels, Bars and Dinner -Whoop it up in style and do New Years Eve at the beach Book on Newport History Now Available in Central Oregon Coast Stores 'Newport' is the simply-titled retrospective Unusual Winter Views of Seaside, North Oregon Coast Wild colors and sights emerge on the beaches under right conditions A Guide to Oregon Coast Seafood Restaurants, Dining Some of the best of Oregon coast seafood, menus and restaurants are represented here Winds on Oregon Coast Tear Up Lincoln City Motel Nasty gusts tore off some 500 feet of its roof North Oregon Coast Raccoons May Carry Distemper Chasing the Big Dipper Along the Oregon Coast Sometimes the best way to enjoy the coast is to look at night Oregon Coast Events Calendar: Winter in Manzanita, Rockaway, Tillamook, Pacific City This part of the northern Oregon coast is keeping the heat up Vote for Your Best of Oregon Coast Vote or nominate for your fave on BeachConnection.net's Facebook page Heavy Showers Bring Threat of Flooding, Landslides to Oregon Coast, Inland The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for some counties on the Oregon coast North Oregon Coast Cliff Face Speaks Volumes of Geologic History If one cliff in the Cannon Beach area could talk Oregon Travel News: Esoteric Eclipse, State Parks, Coast Weather and Roads Some new travel developments around the state Poking Around Beneath an Oregon Coast Lighthouse Heceta Head, just north of Florence, boasts what is often called 'the most photographed lighthouse in the world' Wacky Weather Facts About the Oregon Coast If you'e looking for a little more daytime in winter, maybe a chance at good suntan by the sea Oregon Coast Events: Lincoln City Winter Fun in December The beach, history, glass floats in the sand, music and the holidays New: Oregon Coast Road, Traffic Conditions Up to minute conditions, alerts for coast range highways, 101 Oregon Coast Virtual Tour: Spouting Horn of Depoe Bay Seemingly the town's centerpiece is the massive spouting horn Predators of Oregon Coast and Forests May Have Something In Common Large predators in the ocean and on land may have some similarities Central Oregon Coast Wine Shop Adds Art Gallery, Tasting Events The Wine Place in Yachats is announcing a full schedule of free wine tasting events Give the Gift of the Beach: Oregon Coast Gift Certificates Forget Black Friday or Cyber Monday: give'm the Oregon Coast Public Meetings Examine Future of Oregon Coast Park Discussions concerning erosion at Cape Lookout State Park Oregon Coast Events Calendar: Seaside, Cannon Beach in Winter The stage is set for a nice bundle of holiday events Oregon Coast Events: December in Newport and Depoe Bay The season kicks in around the Newport area and keeps going at full speed throughout December Yachats, Florence Celebrate the Holidays, Oregon Coast Style Holiday events calendar in Florence, Yachats, , December 2010 Oregon Beaches See Strange Stumps, More Diseased Sea Lions The beaches of the Oregon coast are getting hit with a wide variety of wacky and unpleasant stuff Festive and Historic Open House on Central Oregon Coast An open house at Newport's Lincoln County Historical Society, Dec. 4 No Problems Getting to Oregon Coast; Ice Issues in Gorge The roads to and from the Oregon coast have been problem-free for a while Oregon Coast Thanksgiving Travel: Weather, Rentals and Restaurants It will be smooth sailing to the coast and back Holiday Events Kick Off This Weekend on Oregon Coast The holiday season has arrived at the beach Coast and Inland Oregon Likely to Get Snow Monday Get ready for snow on the valley floor of northwest Oregon Monday and maybe even the beaches of the Oregon coast Oregon Coast Range, Cascades Getting Some Snow Three to six inches of snow may hit the routes to the coast this weekend A Kind of Central Oregon Coast Nowhere: Clandestine Cliffs Near Depoe Bay One of the more intriguing spots of the entire Oregon coast sits completely tucked away from civilization Oregon Coast to Get Hit with Heavy Winds Gusts are expected up to be beyond 60 mph Mystery Barrel and More Alarm Over Brown Waves on North Oregon Coast Loads of phytoplankton make an impression; US Coast Guard activity Crazed Weather Patterns and Other Oregon Coast Travel Tips Many aspects to pay attention to if traveling on the coast Central Oregon Coast Event Features Arab American Novelists Newport group is hosting an appearance by novelists Naseem Rakha and Kazim Ali Oregon Coast Virtual Tour: Cape Lookout's Beauty and Strange Side Between bustling Pacific City and the village of Oceanside 40th Anniversary of Oregon Coast Exploding Whale Film Clip It is arguably the most watched clip on the Internet Tragedies on Oregon Coast Spark More Warnings There's been a downturn in beach deaths in recent years, but that could change Oregon Coast Lodging Moment: Wheeler on the Bay This little charmer of a lodging manages to stay a bit of a nifty secret Astonishing Beachcombing on Oregon Coast: Jellies, Rare Fish, Eagles There is some interesting stuff washing up on the Oregon coast Warnings Issued for Oregon Coast About Sick Sea Lions Officials warn to keep humans and pets away from all sea lions North Oregon Coast Construction Delays; New Highway Cam The first highway camera for Highway 6; construction work on coast range Oregon Coast Holidays, Women's Weekend, at Cannon Beach Hotels Two stand out Cannon Beach lodgings are heading some interesting territory for the coming holidays Ethereal Oregon Coast Lodging Moment: Cannon Beach, Arch Cape Inside, it's a bevy of antiques and rooms that ooze Old World antiquity meets an upscale beach experience More Gorgeous Weather for Oregon Coast, Portland On the Oregon coast, it's been shining sun and blue skies Curious South Central Oregon Coast Landmarks Upper Lane County is a varied mix of clandestine, even forbidden beaches and soaring rock structures Massive Surfing Event on Oregon Coast Begins The 2010 Nelscott Reef Big Wave Classic will begin tomorrow, Tuesday, November 2 Meetings Examine Marine Reserves Off Oregon Coast Committees will be soliciting public comment at meetings in November What You Missed on the Oregon Coast This Week Moments of warm sun and a night of shooting stars and wild sights No Oil Spill on Oregon Coast - Just Lots of Phytoplantkon This part of Clatsop County makes for awesome blooms of phytoplankton Oregon Coast Right Now: Green Flash, Crazed Elk, Freaky Fish Autumn is yielding plenty of amazing aspects and oddities Road Construction, Delays for Routes to Oregon Coast A few more annoying delays in most spots Stormy Weather Arts Fest the Biggest in North Oregon Coast History Three days of art, music and literary fun on Nov. 5 - 7 Major Foodie Event for Central Oregon Coast The Oyster Cloyster event happens at Oregon Coast Aquarium, November 6 Big Waves and Brown Waves Make a Splash on Oregon Coast Coastal residents and tourists gasped with glee this weekend and Monday Oregon Coast Storm More Waves and Thunder Than Wind So far, the first big one hasn't proven to be much of a tempest at all Oregon Coast Virtual Tour: A Secret View of Cape Kiwanda The massive, sprawling headland of Cape Kiwanda is typified by cliffs ravaged and sculpted by sea and wind Talks on Oregon Coast Paranormal on Halloween Weekend in Newport, Nehalem There will be two talks on "Oregon Coast Paranormal" this weekend Much Ado About Oregon Coast Weather - Storms Approach Weather to Take a Sudden Turn on Oregon Coast, Cascades The weather pattern will change rather abruptly in the next 24 hours One Oregon Coast Town - Two Engaging Features It's part touristy, part party town, a slightly upscale resort, a sometimes surreal bit of small town Americana Oregon Coast Virtual Tour: Glimpses of Fishing Rock, Near Depoe Bay Fishing Rock State Park is undoubtedly one of the smaller parks in the state park system Northern Beaches of Seaside, Unusual View at Night: Oregon Coast Virtual Tour At night, Seaside's Promenade and beaches make for a beautiful, calming stroll Coast, Inland Oregon and Washington in Frost Advisory Tonight Week of Sunshine for Oregon Coast There will be nearly a week full of sunny skies and lovely temperatures on the beaches Lounging Sea Lion On Central Oregon Coast May Be Sick A California sea lion has been resting on a beach at Lincoln City for three days Five Astounding Things on the Oregon Coast Right Now Glorious weather has combined with other things that are making the area ethereal, dreamlike Eating the Oregon Coast: Sample Florence Restaurants, Dining Dining on the river, restaurants in Old Town and near Florence North Oregon Coast Offers Trolley, Robert Gray, More History History programs popping up on north coast; Astoria trolley schedule That Addictive, Magical Crawl Up the Oregon Coast Commuting up and down the coast maybe the coolest job there is New Sea Lion at Oregon Coast Aquarium Adjusts Well The new sea lion at the Oregon Coast Aquarium is getting along swimmingly with her new mates Oregon Coast Aquarium and Nye Beach Together on Murder Mystery Festival Oregon Coast Aquarium Provides Behind The Scenes Glimpse Special interpretive programs delve into its daily exhibits, and there are new beasties to see A Different Side of Common Oregon Coast Landmarks Familiar places on the Oregon can take on a whole new look if you move around Oregon Coast Aquarium Spotlights New Beasties with Open House Event Get behind the scenes with new access this month Oregon Coast Displays Lots of Sun, Sea of Stars and Funky Features Interesting things popping up in the air, the beaches and the water Weird Beach Goo on Oregon Coast; Humpback Attacked by Orca A tale of a deceased whale and of weird beach goo on the Oregon coast in recent days Oregon Coast Restaurant Reviews: Manzanita's Vino Wine Bar Four Out of Five Stars. Great things come in small packages Central Oregon Coast Plans 17-Mile Tsunami Drill The area's tsunami warning systems will be tested on September 29 at 11 a.m. Oregon Coast Cleanup Finds Plenty of Wacky and Disturbing Oddities and plenty of plastics were picked up from the beaches Sea Otter Awareness Week at Oregon Coast AquariumThe Oregon Coast Aquarium will observe Sea Otter Awareness Week September 27 to October 3 Video: Surreal Scenes from the Oregon Coast - Strange views, night shots, morph the beach The point is to find different way to look at the coast SOLV Oregon Coast Clean UP Expands to All Rivers SOLV's fall beach cleanup will expand statewide on September 25 to include inland waterways Central Oregon Coast Town Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month Lincoln City will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month throughout September and October Oregon Coast Shipwrecks Come to Light in Talk, Exhibit Shipwrecks are the subject of a talk in Newport on October 2 Nine Trippy, Cool Things to Do on the Oregon Coast Right Now September and the first part of October create some unique opportunities on the coast Surreal Science of the Oregon Coast: a Look Back at Spring's Strange News Mother Nature can be a real crazy person on the beach Glowing Sand on Oregon Coast, but Minus Tides a Mystery There was glorious weather, glowing sand and some apparently strange low tide events Glowing Sand, Extreme Low Tides Hit Oregon Coast; Ethereal Shot of Astoria More to come on these wild conditions later today Where the Oregon Coast Meets the Rest of the World, Universe It's the middle of the night on the north coast, and the universe just got smaller September and October on Central Oregon Coast: Yachats, Depoe Bay, Newport Events There is much going on throughout September and October in Newport and nearby Yachats Oregon Coast This Week: Dragonflies, History and More Summer The news has been good this week on the Oregon coast - even a bit odd Pictures of Seaside Promenade - The Prom, Oregon coast Including the famed Bubble Man Oregon Coast Fall Fun: Late Summer in Lincoln City Surf events, theater, outdoor fun, foodie classes and more North Oregon Coast Events in September, October Food fests, nature events, live music and attractions Mass Flights of Dragonflies Create Awe on Oregon Coast All over the Oregon coast last week, there was a mammoth invasion of dragonflies North Oregon Coast Celebrates 100th Birthday with Mark Twain The Netel Grange near Astoria will celebrate its 100th birthday this October Oregon Coast Room Openings, Availability for Holiday Weekend Seaside, Cannon Beach, Manzanita, Rockaway Beach, Neskowin, Lincoln City, Depoe Bay, Newport, Waldport, Yachats and Florence Mystical Spot Along Yachats Bay - Oregon Coast Virtual Tour A bit of Lord of the Rings in Yachats, Oregon coast Oregon Coast Ready for Best Weather of Year, 'Second Summer' This season often means temps in the upper 70s and little to no wind Oregon Officials Open Wild Coho Fisheries on Coast, Buoy 10 Closes Oregon wildlife officials came up with a postivie forecast for fish numbers What's New with an Old Oregon Coast Town Numerous interesting developments are popping up at the very end of the north Oregon coast Viewpoints of Ecola State Park: Tillamook Rock Lighthouse New photo added to Cannon Beach, Oregon Coast Virtual Tour The Freakiest Part of Oregon Coast Second Summer: Glowing Sand A weird and wonderful secret nature is in store for the motivated beachcomber UFO Spotted in Seaside, Oregon Coast Some visitors come farther than others to the Oregon coast Oregon Coast Lodging Openings, Weekend August 27 The coast is expected to be mostly sunny but around 60 Day and Night on the Central Oregon Coast It's the epitome of a relaxed day at the beach, but about to get very surreal Oregon Coast Right Now: Depoe Bay at Dusk Video: Secret Side of Oceanside, Oregon Coast Through the mysterious cave in the headland known as Maxwell Point you emerge Extraordinary Oregon Coast Sites and Sights Unusual moments along the Oregon coast abound with startling regularity Newport's Jump-Off Joe, Rock Structure History, Oregon Coast Virtual Tour Get Down with Jellyfish at Oregon Coast Aquarium Jubilee The third annual Jellyfish Jubilee is a celebration of food and wine Oregon Coast Dining Moment - Lush Wine Bar, Cannon Beach Oregon Coast Dining Moment, Near Yachats - View from Mo's Oregon Coast Highlights: Graham Kerr, Bluegrass, Surfing Event Some big names will be hitting the north coast soon Wild Secret Side of Cape Kiwanda, Pacific City A side of the cape not normally seen Coast Exhibit Tells Story of Oregon Depression The WPA's effect on the Oregon coast is on display in Cannon Beach Officials Search for Missing Man on North Oregon Coast Clatsop County Sheriff’s are searching for Gary Hulstrom, 49, from Portland regon Coast Beach Connection's FB page on facebook.com/OregonCoastConnection Join in the discussion, find out more about the coast Oregon Coast Sizzles with Live Music in Lincoln City, Manzanita An interesting experiment happens in Lincoln City; San Dune Pub rocks Sept Oregon Coast Basking in Glowing Sun, Temperatures Portland Night Sky, Seen from Rose Garden In a surreal state, part of the Portland Photographic Tour Oregon Coast Virtual Tour: Oswald West State Park, Suspension Bridge Near Manzanita, on the north coast Central Oregon Coast Sport Halibut Fishing Closed Fishing was so good off the central coast last weekend that anglers took the remaining Pacific halibut quota Oregon Coast Hotel, Motel Openings for Weekend August 13 A number of lodgings have reported having availability, but not many Oregon Coast Labor Day Weekend, Late Summer Advice Even this last stretch of summer, can mean some trying moments Oregon Coast Lodging Look: Harbor at Depoe Bay A rather regal construct of condos above Depoe Bay Recent Oregon Coast Developments: Restaurants, Horse Rides, The Fratellis Lots of nifty new things on the Oregon coast as of late Wine Tasting Fills Afternoons of Central Oregon Coast Town The Wine Place in Yachats hosts lots of vino each Saturday Neskowin Ghost Forest, 2,000 year old stumps, Oregon Coast Virtual Tour of Lincoln city and Corridor of Mystery Oregon Coast Lodging Openings, Weekend August 6 You'll be out of luck if you try to hop in a place to stay as just a walk-in Lifeguard Station on Seaside Northern Beaches History on the north Oregon coast Some Oregon Coast Clamming Reopens, Rivers Researched Clamming returns to some parts of the coast; news about Nestucca, Nehalem rivers D River Wayside View Point, Lincoln City, Oregon coast Oregon Coast Town Hosts Redecorated Nye Beach Stroll August 14 is the date for this month's quirky, surprise-filled event Secret Trail in NW Lincoln City, Oregon Coast There is one deliciously, extremely clandestine beach access at the northern end of town Oregon Coast Winery Cranks It Up for Bluegrass Fest Nehalem Bay Winery hosts the Bluegrass n Barbecue, Aug. 14 Oregon Coast Aquarium Celebrates Shark Week The aquarium will celebrate Sharks August 1 - 14 with a variety of events highlighting the fascinating world Sand Lake Country Inn, near Pacific City Relaxation and romance are the keys at this cozy BnB secret Oregon Coast Room Openings, Weekend of July 30, 31 This weekend, far fewer than usual are reporting openings Seaside Turnaround, Lewis & Clark Memorial Oregon Coast Virtual Tour, Seaside sights and history Cool and Kooky Stuff to See on Central Oregon Coast in One Day A strangely cloudy day gets curiouser and curiouser Lincoln City - Road's End, Wizard Rock, Oregon Coast Virtual Tour Secret spots, inland Hwy 101, Neskowin, Cascade Head, the "Corridor of Mystery" and Lincoln City and its numerous beaches. Amusing Tales from Oregon Coast Aquarium Animals do the darnedest things, and that includes fish, snakes and whales Manzanita Hosts Talk On Oregon Coast Beach Ecology A leading authority on the natural history of the Oregon coast will deliver a free public slide talk on Sunday, August 8 Viewpoints Above Manzanita - Pyramid Rock, Neahkahnie This spot is even features in an RV commercial Newport's Moolack Beach, Cliffs and Sand Oddities embedded in the gray, rather soft rock at this Oregon coast beach Oregon Coast Secrets Abound in Newport For the Summer Newport explodes in the summertime with a bevy of things to do, see and taste Heatwave Fills Oregon Coast Hotels, Motels - Some Openings A really warm weekend means sizzling business at the Oregon coast, as hordes are expected to flood the region like a tsunami North Oregon Coast Summer: Cannon Beach, Seaside in August Summer in Seaside and Cannon Beach means a lot of outdoor fun Oregon Coast Calendar: Late Summer Events in Yachats, Newport As August sizzles along the central Oregon coast, so do the little towns World Travel This Week: Oregon, Asia, Jamaica and Portland Foodies Specials from Asia, Jamaica and traffic issues in Oregon Construction and Traffic Delays on Central Oregon Coast A problem road near Florence should by be done by Thursday at noon, while work has already begun on bridges near Toledo, near Newport Recent Changes at Some Central Oregon Coast Hotels Some new developments at a handful of Lincoln City lodgings are reshaping the hotel landscape Startlingly Strange, Surreal Moments in Time on Oregon Coast Know what you're looking at, have your camera ready, and you may get lucky Exploring the Oregon Coast: Cape Foulweather, Devil's Punchbowl A rare low tide event and high above the sea House of Hundreds of Butterflies Opens on Oregon Coast Newport's Bayfront now houses Butterfly Adventures 80 Degree Heat for Oregon Coast This Week Inland has a heat advisory and the coast will be unusually balmy Oregon Coast Virtual Tour: Depoe Bay's Spouting Horn, Bay A closer look at the spouting horn and bay at Depoe Bay Oregon Coast Aquarium Jumps Into Summer Oregon Coast Aquarium is offering a variety of fascinating and fun activities Odd Objects, Yachats Oregon Coast: Yachats Virtual Tour, Smelt Sands Beach Intriguing stuff that lurks along the 804 Trail in Yachats Some Lodging, Rooms Still Left for Oregon Coast Fourth of July All lodgings will fill up, so make sure you reserve your room now July is All About Wine Tasting in Central Oregon Coast Town The Wine Place in Yachats announces a full slate of free wine tasting events Work on Historic Cannon from Oregon Coast Showing Results They may be from a famous shipwreck, but work in Texas continues A Summer of Antique Rail Rides on Oregon Coast Two train excursions take you on an a variety of heady journeys Oceanside, Oregon - Beach, Attractions: Oregon coast Three Capes Loop Dreary Oregon Weather Patterns Less Gloomy on Coast Not all is it seems with weather reports about the coast Pacific Garbage Patch Affecting Oregon Coast More plastic junk than usual is on the n. coast, yielding interesting but sad finds Video: Manic Tour Guide Messes with North Oregon Coast Zombie wine tasting, goofy dances, the bar that time forgot Pet Parade, Food Highlight Clambake on Oregon Coast The 8th Annual Newport Clambake and Seafood BBQ again comes to Newport on July 3 Oregon Coast Events: Early Summer in Pacific City, Tillamook, Manzanita, Wheeler, Rockaway Tillamook County has entered summer, which means a plethora of events Oregon Coast Lodging Reviews, Lodging Listings Oregon Coast Lodging Oregon Coast Photos of the Week: Seriously Cute, Surreal, Spooky and Serene A quick trip backward in time and up and down various areas of the Oregon coast Central Oregon Coast Fourth Features Longer Show This year, the massive explosions will be around 1900 rounds, as opposed to last year's 1100 Whales Seen in Unlikely Place on Oregon Coast; Baby Seals Arrive Whales were seen in Seaide and adorable baby seals are popping up Oregon Coast Summer: Yachats Events for the Season The little town close to the exact middle point of the Oregon coast is emerging from spring Oregon Coast Picks of the Week, Father's Day Weekend Reggae, classical, a barbecue aboard an antique train and sandcastles What's Up with Those Claims of Oregon Coast Towns? Those little burghs along the coast have a lot to offer, although some of the spin may be more fish tales Oregon Coast Fourth of July, Independence Day Guide, 2010 Some places celebrate their Independence Day on the third - those are noted here Ricks Roadhouse and Grille, Rockaway Beach: Menu Find out what's for dinner in Rockway Beach, on the north Oregon coast June Surf Event Challenges Youth to Clean Up Oregon Coast Otter Rock, near Depoe Bay, is the scene for a large-scale surfing event on June 19 24 Hour Web Cam Features Octopus on Oregon Coast The Hatfield unveiled its new OctoCam, streaming live video of the resident giant Pacific octopus Rugged Hidden Places Abound in One Oregon Coast Village Oceanside is is like a happy ending to an already upbeat story along the Three Capes Tour Oregon Coast Aquarium Celebrates World Ocean Day, June 8 A day of activities to increase awareness about the Earth's oceans and its creatures Freaky Oregon Coast Facts: Geology of Pacific City's Haystack Rock How tall is it and what is the geologic origin Places Where Things Explode on the Oregon Coast Get an oceanic eyeful in Yachats, Depoe Bay, Cannon Beach, Oceaside and more Marathon on Central Oregon Coast Grows in Leaps and Bounds June 5 is the date for the latest Newport Marathon, bringing hundreds of spectators Oregon Coast Lodging Openings for Holiday Weekend Lodgings predict they will likely fill up before the long weekend is over Oregon Coast Weather Shaping Up for Holiday Weekend Rain seems possible on many days over the Memorial Day Weekend, but it won’t be a serious soaker like many years past History Programs Coming to Central Oregon Coast One is about the fishing history and legacy of the area, and the other a lecture about writing about history Experts Weigh In On Oregon Coast Tourism Challenges Past and Future What were the biggest challenges and changes of the last decade, and what's to come Video: 180 Miles of Oregon Coast in Four Minutes A rush trip up the coast, from Florence to Astoria, the entire northern half in about four minutes Oregon Coast Events: Summer in the Lincoln City Lincoln City moves into the season with a large roster of events Weird Week of Weather Presents A Moody Central Oregon Coast Not only is the coast a very dramatic place, but Mother Nature herself is a drama queen of the first order here Scary Close Call on Oregon Coast Road Yields Lessons A rather frightening near-miss that involved a fallen tree and a semi that couldn't stop in time Memorial Weekend Events on Oregon Coast The big weekend is often the kickoff to the summer season on the Oregon coast Oregon Coast Whales - Guide to Whale Watching Video: The Weird Side of Spring on the Oregon Coast A look at strange sunsets, odd critters, crazed weather and unruly foam Oregon Coast News This Week: Musicals, Minkes and Goonies It's been a week of history, present day tragedy in nature and fun in the future Goonies Fans to Gather On North Oregon Coast in June The town at the tip of Oregon celebrates its biggest moment on celluloid with 'Never Say Die: The Goonies 25th Anniversary.' Rare Minke Whale Strands on North Oregon Coast A baby Minke whale washed up Tuesday near the south jetty of the Columbia River Surreal North Oregon Coast Photo Adventures Everything looks normal on the surface, but clouds seem to bend and bounce daylight in curious ways Oregon Coast Fishing History on Display in Newport A multi-media exhibit will open Saturday, June 5 Eating the Oregon Coast: Dining, Restaurants in Yachats Seafood, of course, abounds in plentiful numbers, as well as chicken, burgers and plenty of breakfast possibilities Video: Brown Blobs, Waves on North Oregon Coast April meant a wide variety of strange sights on the Oregon coast North Oregon Coast Film Fest Devoted to Musicals The first weekend in June is the third annual Cannon Beach Film Festival Lodging Specials Abound on Oregon Coast for Spring Lodgings pull amazingly inexpensive rabbits out of their hats to try and cajole more visitors 4.5 Magnitude Quake Off Vancouver Island, No Threat to Oregon Coast Oregon Coast Talks on Lighthouses, Pelican Problem Learn about pelicans on May 8 and lighthouses and jetties on May15 North Oregon Coast Town Celebrates Beer, Goonies Connection There's plenty of new stuff coming out of Astoria, for those who like beer, big celebrations and that cult flick "The Goonies." Japanese Glass Fishing Floats Return to Oregon Coast - Briefly Glass Japanese floats were a common sight on Oregon beaches throughout most of the 20th century Killer Whales Spotted All Over Oregon Coast Normally seen on the central coast, they've been spotted up north as well Killer Whales Show Up Early on Central Oregon Coast It could mean that there are more of them cavorting off these shores than normal Hundreds of Crab Shells Show Up on North Oregon Coast It's simply crab molting season for the Dungeness crab in Oregon coast waters, where adult crabs are getting bigger and outgrowing their shells Oregon Coast Travel News: Upcoming Work on Highways 26 and 20 Some brief but major changes are coming for those traveling in the coast range Lincoln City Lodging At a Glance: Tiny to Resort Hotels These range from tiny BnBs to massive resort hotels, along with everything in between Oregon Coast News This Week: Strange Brown Blobs, Dead Whale, Dining Specials A baby whale was entangled in rope and drowned; other beach oddities Oregon Coast Photos of the Week: Weird Brown Foam Seaside has recently been the recipient of loads of strange brown foam Surreal Manzanita Moments: An Oregon Coast Photo Essay Spring issues some of the most interesting of sunsets on the beach Bizarre Landmarks and Landscapes of the Oregon Coast The true hidden spots of the coast provide the real fun of discovery Oregon Coast Restaurants Tout Spring Dining Specials Numerous restaurants are touting deals for the wallet as well as the palate Oregon Coast Eateries Provide Spring Dining Deals Numerous restaurants are touting deals for the wallet as well as the palate Oregon Coast This Week: Full Campsites, Earth Day The big seafood and wine fest in Astoria has filled up campsites nearby, and Earth Day means a week or more of interesting celebrations in Newport and Cannon Beach Baby Whale on Oregon Coast Died of Rope Entanglement A dead baby Gray whale washed up onto a north Oregon coast beach Friday Weird Discoveries are in the Details on Oregon Coast The craziest things can lurk in some of your favorite, regular beach stops and spots Culinary Addictions of the Oregon Coast Some interesting surprises lurk within the menus of your regular food haunts Oregon Coast Picks of the Week: April 14 Wine tasting in Yachats, radio helicopters in Nehalem, eating food off the beach in Lincoln City May Brings Dogs, Brews and Oyster Fest to Oregon Coast A brew fest where dogs are the central theme and an oyster festival where speed eating is the feature Brown Surf Causing a Stir on Oregon Coast Residents and tourists alike have been mystified and even alarmed by hordes of brown foam Oregon Coast Events: Spring in Pacific City, Tillamook, Manzanita Events take place throughout Tillamook County, in towns such as Pacific City, Manzanita, Tillamook, Nehalem, Netarts, Garibaldi and Rockaway Beach. Oregon Coast Aquarium Sea Lion Dies in Freak Drowning A female sea lion named Bailey drowned in her pool Officials Warn of Molting Seals on Oregon Coast The season of seals on the beach is upon us, and that brings up more warnings to the public to stay away Oregon Coast Event Previews: Spring in Seaside, Cannon Beach There's lots of outdoors activities in Cannon Beach and Seaside, but also bundles of music and art celebrations. Oregon Coast Events: Newport Spring Calendar From art films, drum circles, authors to cookbooks and loads of aquatic fun at Oregon Coast Aquarium, Newport is bustling with possibilities in spring Oregon Coast This Week: Birds, Blues, Storms and Eateries in the News Wind Warning for Coast, Snow for Inland Oregon A wild mix of spring weather is coming to the coast as well as parts of inland Oregon New Restaurants Spring Up on Oregon Coast Wheeler, Lincoln City and Depoe Bay especially have acquired some new ways to stuff yourself Birds and Blues Festival on Oregon Coast The seventh annual Birding and Blues Festival returns to Pacific City April 9 to 11 Surprise Spring Storm Brings Oregon Coast Wind Watch, Surf Advisory The Oregon coast never ceases to surprise, especially during spring break Oregon Coast News This Week Beach cleanup oddities, antique train ride takes to the rails, a new park and a winery anniversary Oregon Coast Winery Celebrates Its History with Festivals Nehalem Bay Winery celebrates its history this spring with a host of events, including its anniversary party in early April New Park and Old Time Train Trips for Oregon Coast An antique railroad car takes to the coastal rails for special trips, while a new park on the central coast is tied to a stunning hotel renovation Bob Straub State Park Pacific City Sandy Beach Three Capes Loop Virtual Tour, Oregon coast Oregon Coast Cleanup Snags 70,000 Pounds and Oddities Including Kitchen Sink Some 4,200 volunteers hit the Oregon coast Saturday Oregon Coast Lodging Look: The Tides in Seaside There's much more than meets the eye here and various levels to explore: a kind of convergence point of local history and odd geologic history Oregon Coast Whale Watching and Weather Expected to be Awesome The weather outlook seems good for Whale Watch Week, which also coincides with spring break Nature Events Abound on Central Oregon Coast Newport has much going on in the spring for the naturalist or science enthusiast Small Quake Off Oregon Coast Not Felt It registered 4.9 and was centered off Yachats Oregon Coast Clean Up Asks for Volunteers SOLV and Oregon Parks encourage thousands of volunteers to hit the beach March 20 New Critters, Fertility Statues w. Powers on Display on Oregon Coast Seaside Aquarium got some new creatures; nearly-paranormal statues are in Newport Oregon Coast Spring Break Specials, Events In the midst of all this merriment, some coastal lodgings are still offering substantial savings Spring Begins with Snow in Oregon Coast Range, Rising Gas Prices Battered Sea Lions Find New Home at Oregon Coast Aquarium Two young female California sea lions arrived by truck at their new home at the Oregon Coast Aquarium Murder Mystery Fest on Central Oregon Coast On March 13, there will be a murder in the Nye Beach neighborhood of Newport – and local businesses will be extremely pleased. Oregon Coast Gathering Honors 'Deadliest Catch' Star Novelist Appears at Central Oregon Coast Event Portland novelist Jon Raymond will be the featured author at the March 20 Nye Beach Writers' Series No Tsunami for Oregon Coast, California Experience is Minor Much of the west coast of the United States was under a tsunami warning or advisory Oregon Coast BnB Snags National Wedding Honors Stone Crest Cellars BnB near Newport has been selected to receive the WeddingWire 2010 Bride's Choice Award Crime Alerts and Scams on Oregon Coast Scams are going around the north coast, while the Lincoln County is now featuring access to online crime updates. New Park and BrewFest Coming to North Oregon Coast The city will take input on the park while a beer fest takes over Seaside in March Oregon Coast Lodging Reviews: A Whale of a Resort in Depoe Bay Whale Pointe Resort in Depoe Bay brings nature to your front door Sun-Drenched Oregon Coast Not Unusual for February There's a glut of extra lovely weather on the coast, and it's around for the weekend Sand Levels Revealing Some Ghost Forests On Oregon Coast Winter has not conjured up much on Oregon's beaches this time around Oregon Coast Winter and Spring: Lincoln City Events The central Oregon coast town of Lincoln City continues its lively way of entertaining on into the spring Suspects Arrested in Oregon Coast Lighthouse Vandalism The pair allegedly did over a half million dollars to the north coast lighthouse Oregon Coast Events: Yachats Winter, Spring Events Winter means plenty of fun on the lower central coast Detailed Work Begins on Vandalized North Oregon Coast Lighthouse Experts descended on the Cape Meares Lighthouse to evaluate damage Oregon Coast Best of Awards, 2009 The best the past year had to offer in terms of restaurants, bars, lodgings and other attractions Winners in Oregon Coast Memory Contest Announced Oregon Coast BnB Lends Support to Wilderness Society Stay at Arch Cape Inn and Retreat and they will donate 2 percent Oregon Coast's Big Seafood Wine Fest Coming The massive Newport Seafood and Wine Festival is held February 26 to 28 Warm Weather Draws Masses to Oregon Coast and Green Flash The coast was actually generally warmer than inland during much of the week Starving, Dying Brown Pelicans Becoming a Problem on Oregon Coast Authorities have been receiving calls about Brown Pelicans either washing up dead or exhibiting uncharacteristic behavior New Oregon Coast Beers on Tap in Pacific City The Pelican Pub and Brewery is showing off a bevy of new brews as well as a new chef. Romance Blooms on Oregon Coast with Valentine Specials Romance packages are sprouting up all over the beaches Huge Number of Whale Sightings and Pelicans on Oregon Coast A run of Brown Pelicans is making a splash in the Lincoln County area; record whale numbers Central Oregon Coast Town Suggests Best and Safest Stormwatch Spots Newport, like all state tourism entities, wants to remind the public about beach safety Oregon Coast Storm Tears a Path of Debris - More Coming A monster of a storm ripped through not just the length of the Oregon coast but in places like Portland Crab Krack Benefit on Central Oregon Coast Dungeness crab from Newport's fishermen will be the toast of the town on January 31 Oregon Coast Whale Watching Set Records, Numbers Still Good It's a case of whale, whales, whales on the coast, and it'll be that way for a bit longer Historic Oregon Coast Lighthouse Vandalized, Riddled with Bullets Someone shot the beacon area several times as well as took the U.S. Coast Guard active light out of commission Oregon Coast Jewelry Event One of a Kind Be Jeweled - a vintage, collectible and costume jewelry sale - will happen January 30 Bizarre Oregon Beaches You've Never Heard Of One is in the middle of a kind of coastal nowhere, the other hidden in plain sight Oregon Coast Turtles Improve - Baby Whale Stranded As a baby sperm whale is found dead on the north coast, the central coast has better news about two turtles Baby Whale on Oregon Coast; Found Turtles Improve Composer's Oregon Coast Home Site of Classical Concert There will be a special concert on January 16 at 4 p.m. in the former home of composer Ernest Bloch Oregon Coast Aquarium: It Was a Very Good Year Various non-profits worked with the aquarium throughout the year, and made a splash Oregon Coast Ends Year with Powerful Waves and Wind There's unforgettable stormwatching possibilities as the old year gives way to the new. New Year's Eve Lodging Openings on Oregon Coast Here is a list of openings for those who haven’' reserved their room yet. Biggest Oregon Coast News Stories of 2009 Tornados, frozen squid, killer whales, new graves and the economy topped the headlines Whale Week Begins on Oregon Coast with Gorgeous Weather That final week of December, from December 26 to January 1, brings the annual winter Whale Watch Week Surprising Unknown Rules of the Oregon Coast There's a lot coastal tourism entities haven't told you, and won't. Winter Brings Changes in Hours on Oregon Coast Along the beaches, as the daylight hours lessen, so do the hours that many businesses stay open Oregon Coast Crabs at Their Meatiest Right Now It's a crabbers delight in the on the Oregon coast as crabmeat is at its best this time of year Jolly Man in Red Makes Apparent Emergency Landing on Oregon Beach Safe But Insane During Oregon Coast Storms You're missing an incredible show, which, aside from the cost of gas to get there, is free. New Year's Eve for the Tame and Wild on Oregon Coast There are bundles of fun to be had on the coast at the end of the year Oregon Coast Picks of the Week of December 14 It's a week full of promise and frivolity in both the natural and manmade worlds Large Squid Strand on Oregon Coast, Then Freeze The bitter chill on the coast is causing some oddball sights with stranded squid Storms Make for Fun and Freakish Finds on Oregon Coast With all the recent gargantuan wave action of November, lots of interesting aspects have been discovered Oregon Coast History Museums Get Boost from Quilts The historical societies for Cannon Beach and Newport have been the beneficiaries of those passionate about preserving history through quilts A Way to Find More Glass Floats on the Oregon Coast The central coast resort town of Newport is helping to revive the traditional thrills of finding Japanese glass floats along its beaches Special Cold Weather Statement for Oregon Coast, Coast Range E-Tickets On Sale for Big Oregon Coast Seafood Wine Fest Advanced online tickets are now available for Newport Seafood & Wine Festival, February 26, 27, and 28 Octopus to be Released on Oregon Coast; Birders Events The Hatfield's latest octo-pal Amigo will be released into the wild while some high-profile events for fans of birds are planned Hypothermic Sea Turtles Find First Aid on Oregon Coast Two sea turtles were brought into the Oregon Coast Aquarium this week after stranding on two different northwest beaches Oregon Coast Gift Ideas: A Beachy Cyber Monday Exceptional deals and individualized gifts abound on Oregon's beach The Tiny Oregon Coast Spots You Missed Lighted Boat Parade Kicks Off Season on Central Oregon Coast Newport's Yaquina Bay will get festive in a particularly spectacular way on December 5 Bizarre Beastie News from the Oregon Coast, Other Oceans Strange new facts about sea stars, worms, and what ocean creatures do to their surroundings Holidays Bring Octopus and Santa to Oregon Coast Name an octopus and have dinner with Santa in Newport Some Restaurants Open for Thanksgiving on Oregon Coast Here is a list of restaurants open for Thanksgiving along the Oregon coast Weird Mix of Weather After Oregon Coast Storm, More to Come Monday's storm left a strange set of conditions afterwards to spectacular results Storm, Flood Warnings for Oregon Coast Warnings and advisories about high winds, exceptionally heavy surf and some flooding on the Oregon coast Strange Foam, Mini Water Spout on Oregon Coast Arch Cape, Oregon: small dust devil on the ocean and weird foam action High wind warning, high surf advisory for Oregon coast Astoria's Fisher Poets to Dock on Central Oregon Coast FisherPoets On The Edge happens in Newport, January 16 - 18 Holidays at the Oregon Coast The season is soon upon us all, which means towns on the Oregon coast will be getting all gussied for the holidays Tornado Hits Oregon Coast as Wild Conditions Continue Major windstorms, massive waves and even lightning hit the coast Enormous Waves, Tornado, Rattle Oregon Coast Massive foam, lightning damage and deadly surf have been reported Central Oregon Coast Town Rocks Out One little club in a small Oregon coast town seems to have put the 'hot' in Yachats Oregon Coast Prepares for Crazed Surf, Winds There will be massive surf conditions and what is likely to be some tremendous storm watching Oregon Coast Hosts Programs for Bird Lovers, Watchers November brings two intensely interesting birding programs to the central coast New Additions to Oregon Coast Arts Festival This weekend's celebration has some extra features at two of the town's more prominent lodgings North Oregon Coast Town Explodes with Fun in Fall At the very northwestern tip of Oregon, Astoria is a boomtown of frivolity during the season, and beyond Oregon Coast History Museums Mark Milestones Former Portland Music Icon Carothers Returns to Oregon Coast Oregon Coast Aquarium Kicks Off New Exhibit with Spookiness It's is the kickoff to the facility's newest exhibit of Turkey Vultures Oregon Coast Foam Puts on Spectacular but Deadly Display Recent storm action out to sea has kicked up the surf of the Oregon coast this past week Oregon Coast Hotel Plans Special Events for Women, Art Lovers Women's Only Weekend and Stormy Arts Festival are on tap To Eat the Beach: Oregon Coast Edibles According to the Seaside Aquarium, there are lots of edible things you can find on the beach Coastal Events: Cannon Beach and Seaside in Fall, Winter Both Seaside and Cannon Beach keep up the pace as the tourist crowds die down Recent Central Oregon Coast Arrests Include Locals and Tourists Several arrests were made for DUII and various drug charges Oregon Coast Feast Event Set for November 7 The 9th Annual Oyster Cloyster Festival in Newport will be at the Oregon Coast Aquarium Oregon Coast Paranormal Talks in Newport, SW Portland One happens at the Oregon Coast Aquarium on Oct 30, another at Portland's La Prima on Nov 2. Oregon Coast, Portland Ready for First Stormy Weather The NWS said gale force winds and lots of rain are a possibility The Paranormal Oregon Coast Takes Over This Season It's no wonder Oregon's northern coast has a load of ghostly tales swirling about. Oregon Coast Fall Calendar: Lincoln City Events Lincoln City continues its massive fare of fun throughout the fall and early winter Relocation Camp Lecture on North Oregon Coast A lecture on Japansese internment on Oct. 14, while singer Jill Trenholm performs Oct. 24 Oregon Coast Calendar: Fall Events for Manzanita, Rockaway, Tillamook, Pacific City Fall is underway on the Oregon coast Good and Bad Water News on Central Oregon Coast A health advisory is issued for one beach in Lincoln City, while Newport's tap water is grand Oregon Coast Residents React to Tsunami That Wasn't The Oregon coast is back to normal after a government-issued tsunami advisory had officials clearing the beaches Tiny Tsunami Expected Along Oregon Coast Stay off Oregon coast beaches tonight because of surges, but no other problems are expected Donations Brighten the Day on Oregon Coast Two major donations have made the day for two different entities on the Oregon coast Oregon Coast Conservation Group Announces New Director Oregon Shores Conservation Coalition has announced Phillip Johnson as its new executive director Sardines, Shark Land On North Oregon Coast All sorts of things have gone crazy on the north coast Coast to Coast Battle: Comparing Oregon Beaches to Other Shores There is something truly unique about this chunk of Pacific shoreline Oregon Coast is 54,000 Pounds Lighter Saturday More than 3,700 volunteers turned out for the SOLV Great Oregon Fall Beach Cleanup Dining In Depoe Bay: the Oregon Coast Restaurant Experience When it comes to food and wine, even tiny Depoe Bay has a distinctive take on dining Fall Into Wine and Music Fun on Central Oregon Coast From special dinners, wine tasting, to loads of live music Oregon Coast Dining Guide: A Look at Newport Restaurants Newport sports something different in the way of eateries Oregon Coast Second Summer Begins It's still a bit of a secret to fans of the beaches Coast Coughs Up Kooky Creatures and Critters From whales, weird phytoplankton to sea lions popping up places they shouldn't, to funky bugs and interesting birds Lodging Review: A Suite of Gardens on the Oregon Coast Weiss' Paradise Suites is a literal oasis of a small lodging, which also includes a handful of nifty vacation rentals Cottage Tours and Living Blues on North Oregon Coast A historical cottage tour and some outstanding regional blues happen in Cannon Beach this month. Oregon Coast Complete Guide: Pacific City, Oceanside, Netarts and the Three Capes Numerous oddball attractions and 25 miles of nearly hidden beaches Jazz Series Continues on Central Oregon Coast Friday evenings in Newport will keep their jazz flavor throughout the Oregon coast's glorious second summer A Tale of Two Oregon Coast Oktoberfests Both Pacific City and Seaside are hosting their own brand of the Oktoberfest on September 19 Oregon Coast Aquarium Celebrates Jellyfish Jubilee The auction and food, wine celebration will happen September 19 VIDEO: Manic Tour Guide: Oregon Coast Zombies, Wacky Weather, Ghosts and Glowing Sand In search of zombie whales, ghosts on the coast, glowing sand, the green flash at sunset, and strange, alien bar life VIDEO: Whales Spouting on Oregon Coast, Emerging from Ocean Watch as a whale tries to watch you Whales an Unusual Sight on North Oregon Coast, Other Oddities Whales are getting spotted in an unusual place on the Oregon coast – in Seaside, and it's taking state whale officials by surprise It's All About Beachcombing for Plastics on the Oregon Coast An Astoria lecture covers tracing the ocean's currents Pride Fest Returns to Central Oregon Coast Town The Iris Festival celebrates the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender community September 18 - 20 Oregon Coast Labor Day Weekend Advice - 2009 Labor Day weekend is a crazed time on the coast: dealing with traffic, lodging and more. Far from the Maddening Oregon Coast Crowds Where to get away from it all during summer madness on the coast Taking A Vampire Weekend Vacation Where to find Buffy the Vampire and Twilight locations in Oregon, Washington and California. Bluegrass Fest Livens Up Oregon Coast This Weekend Nehalem Bay Winery's Bluegrass 'n' Barbecue takes place August 15 and draws in hundreds Oregon Coast Restaurants Spread Their Wings A new upscale eatery in Depoe Bay, and another famous one in Cannon Beach is headed to New York Oregon Coast Lodging Secrets: Hotels, Motels, Rentals of Note Where the sea meets civilization, there are bundles of hotels, motels, rentals and other kinds of lodgings Lewis and Clark Return to North Oregon Coast Celebrate the historical Lewis and Clark expedition with the Salt Makers Return on August 14 - 16 Oregon Coast Aquarium Joins Shark Week Newport's Aquarium teams up with the Discovery Channel this week Oregon Coast Celebrates Golden Age of Radio Newport recreates the 'Golden Age of Radio' with live performances of classic radio plays from the 1930s Whales, Glowing Sand Put on a Show on Oregon Coast Interesting critters – both microscopic to massive – have been buzzing about the beaches lately Art Deco on Celluloid in Oregon Coast Town The festival runs continuously over the weekend of August 8 - 9 at the Newport Performing Arts Center Oregon Coast vs. the Heatwave: Lodgings are Winning The no-vacancy signs for the weekdays are as prominent as the cars along 101 Summer Camps Sizzle at Oregon Coast Aquarium Summer camp season is in full swing at the Oregon Coast Aquarium Video: Manic Tour Guide Annoys Central Oregon Coast A heady jaunt through Lincoln City, Newport and Yachats with a skewed view Weekend Heat Wave Drives Oregon Residents to Coast It's a rush of folks to the coastline, where it may actually hit around 80 Oregon Coast Attractions and Spas An ever-growing part of the Oregon coast experience, and often a necessary one when the weather gets a bit rowdy Oregon Coast Videos' Fun with Oregon Coast Videos - They cover the strange and unusual, and the beautiful and sublime. Oregon Coast Summer Highlights The last half of the season contains much for those who want to take in the fun and frivolity of the Oregon coast Insane Lessons the Oregon Coast Teaches You Sometimes, exploring the beach is a little more adventure than you bargain for Video: Dave Chappelle crowds, Portland, Oregon No hoax apparently, as Chappelle showed up about 1:40 a.m. Watch crowds grow from 1,000 to ten thousand When Oregon Coast Visits Go Bad: Crime and Disasters This Week It's been a week of unhappy endings for a few visitors to the coast, as well as a handful of locals who allegedly made some bad, even criminal, decisions. Oregon Coast Dining: Restaurants of a Different Kind in Cannon Beach Restaurants in Cannon Beach mean dining in some rather extraordinary surroundings, and often innovative in decor and approaches Impress Your Date with These Oregon Coast Spots When it comes to dating advice, the Oregon coast just seems to speak for itself. Oregon Coast Insiders Tips They Didn't Tell You You'll be surprised how many useful little factoids exist somewhere under the surface Oregon Coast Town Hosts Art Deco Festival Art Deco August will spotlight and celebrate the appreciation of Newport's art deco heritage throughout the final month of summer Oregon Coast Events: Tillamook County in Summer From Pacific City, Oceanside and Tillamook, through to Garibaldi, Rockaway Beach and Manzanita Oregon Beaches Become Surreal at Night When the night comes, Oregon's coast becomes an entirely different creature Oregon Coast Calendar: Summer Events in Seaside, Cannon Beach The summer calendar for the north Oregon coast Great Oregon Coast Weather, Hazy Economic News The recent surge in visitors may have only evened out effects of a bad economy, but the tourism industry remains hopeful Freaky Facts About the Famous on the Oregon Coast Sometimes the famous just wander through the coast, sometimes they're part time residents Central Oregon Coast Summer: Lincoln City Highlights Summer in the Lincoln City comes with a big dose of culinary fireworks, Independence Day fireworks and outdoor fun of all kinds Huge Minus Tides a Complicated Story on Oregon Coast Major low tides are hitting the Oregon coast in recent days, and more are coming this week and through the summer Oregon Coast Aquarium Starts Up Summer Camps Summer camp season is now underway at the Oregon Coast Aquarium Oregon Coast Dining Guides: Restaurants in Pacific City, Oceanside, Netarts Dining along the Three Capes Loop means jaw-dropping views in little towns like Neskowin, Pacific City, Netarts and Oceanside Central Oregon Coast Fourth Promises More Explosions Newport's Fourth of July fireworks display will continue to be larger than previous years Historic Oregon Coast Clambake Revived Again for Fourth The seventh Annual Newport Clambake and Seafood BBQ again comes to Newport on July 4 More Fun for Oregon Coast Kayak Adventurers One BnB recently acquired an inflatable kayak available for guests to borrow for a little nautical jaunt 180 Miles of Oregon Coast in Four Minutes Video: Zip up the coast, south to north (from Florence to the very tip of NW Oregon), in just over four minutes. Complete Oregon Coast Fourth of July, Independence Day Guide There's more to Independence Day than Fourth of July celebrations Oregon Coast Taken Over by Outdoor Art Festival The Art Sea Street Fair will be held on SW 51st Street in the Taft District of Lincoln City on Saturday June 13 and 14. Agate Hunters, Rock Hounds to Flock to Oregon Coast The three-day event for rock hounds happens June 19-21 in Newport New Restaurant and Lodging Developments on Oregon Coast Two lodgings have made some dramatic new changes, while one new eatery is making a splash 'Deadliest Catch' Star Appears on Central Oregon Coast Spike Walker, from Discovery Channel's 'Deadliest Catch' show, will be the featured author at the Nye Beach Writers' Series on Saturday, June 20. Oregon Coast Native Exhibit in Three Places 'Oregon Is Indian Country' will open at three county sites June 6 and continue through the month. Oregon Coast BnB Wins Prestigious Honor Arch Cape Inn and Retreat was recently honored by admittance into Select Registry, Distinguished Inns of North America Oregon Coast Aquarium Celebrates Oceans, Father's Day World Oceans Day on June 8 and Father's Day weekend with sharks on June 20 - 21 Oregon Coast Sandcastle Festival Among Biggest in World Cannon Beach's Sandcastle Day Fest happen June 13, with special events starting June 12 Conference Covers Changes to Oregon Coast Climate The June 6 conference covers climate change and how it may affect Oregon's coastal region in coming decades North Oregon Coast Delves Into Local History, Hosts Film Festival The Second Annual Cannon Beach Film Festival will celebrate 'Paul Newman through the Decades' on June 5 - 7 Hiking It and Roughing It on Oregon's Coast A guide to hiking trails and more primitive campgrounds that allow you to really get down to basics State Predicts Good Sport Fishing for Oregon Coast Sport anglers can look forward to a banner year of ocean coho salmon fishing under final season recommendations Newport Marathon Creates Spectacle on Central Oregon Coast May 30 is the date for the latest Newport Marathon Oregon Coast Wine News: New Sellers, NASCAR Connection A central coast BnB now features fine wines for its guests, and a north coast winery has snagged a relationship with NASCAR. Holiday Brings Mixed Economic Messages to Coast What was looking like a dreary weekend for lodgings turned around last minute, but worries remain Last Minute Crabbing, Clamming on the Oregon Coast The central Oregon coast is about to be the epicenter of crabbing and clamming for a while Last Minute Deals Entice Plenty to Oregon Coast As Memorial Day Weekend approaches, some are even offering special prices for that holiday
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