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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 Question Answered: Best Beaches of Manzanita? The area runs the gamut of landscape geography, from towering cliffs, soft sand beaches, rocky places to amble around a variety of waterways Antique Trains Ride Again This Month on Oregon Coast The Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad on the north coast starts up its regular runs at the end of May, which begins a whole summer of antique train rides This Central Oregon Coast Field Trip is for the Birds - No, Really N. Oregon Coast in June: Rockaway, Pacific City, Tillamook, Manzanita Lively Rockers Fire Up Lincoln City, Oregon Coast, on Memorial Weekend June Oregon Coast Event Combines Surfing, Beach Cleaning Extreme Caution Urged This Weekend on Roads Near Oregon Coast - Oregon officials are urging extreme caution when it comes to a major bike event to and from the Oregon coast this weekend Mystery Writer Dugoni Visits Oregon Coast in June Lincoln City's Driftwood Public Library welcomes New York Times bestselling mystery author Robert Dugoni on Sunday, June 9 Gas Prices Shoot Upwards in Oregon This Past Week Fishing and DMV Closure Coming Up in N. Oregon, Coast A Tale of Weird, Dumb Luck in Oregon and Coastal Astronomy This seems my lot in life when it comes to photographing astronomical and scientific phenomena along the Oregon coast June on the Central Oregon Coast: Florence, Yachats Preview June provides a growing bevy of events and happenings in the little towns of Florence and Yachats N. Oregon Coast Spring Sights: How Rockaway Beach Lights Up Something the tourism officials of Oregon never tell you: the skies on the coast get much more dramatic in spring N. Oregon Coast, Cannon Beach Show Features Blues, Folk, Celtic on May 24 Richter is an easygoing singer, songwriter and guitarist. Who plays a blend of Celtic, blues, folk, and rock Mother's Day Ideas for Oregon Coast: Highlights, Events, Nature There is a lot awaiting your mom on the Oregon coast Gas Prices Up in Oregon The writing is on the walls for Oregon and its coastal tourism industry. Or, rather, on the gas station signs Central Oregon Coast Scientists Set Octopus Free Next Week Every nine months or so, the central Oregon coast attraction has to say goodbye to their famed octopus, and on May 14 they will be doing just that Excellent Bird, Wildlife Sightings on North Oregon Coast Right Now The forests surrounding areas like Astoria, Seaside, Cannon Beach, Manzanita, Tillamook, Oceanside and Pacific City are literally coming alive Oregon Coast Scenic Rail Rides Begin Season This Month The Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad on the north coast starts up its regular runs at the end of May, which begins a whole summer of antique train rides between Garibaldi and Rockaway Beach Modern Jazz Graces Central Oregon Coast on May 10 The central Oregon coast town of Lincoln City will feature some jazz you can truly dig: a sextet called Tunnel Six Central Oregon Coast Birding Events Highlighted by Field Trip The Yaquina Birders & Naturalists group of Newport plans another lecture and a field trip Look for Aquarid Meteor Showers Above Oregon, the Coast This Weekend Chances are quite good for seeing some major meteor shower action on Saturday in Oregon and along the coast Oregon Coast in 70's and 80's in Coming Days East winds will be the culprit for some massive warm spells on the Oregon coast this weekend, bringing some areas up into the low 80's Oregon Weather Officials: Be Careful of Rivers This Weekend NWS released a special weather statement about the upcoming high temperatures this weekend, urging those hitting wterways in the state and on the Oregon coast to exercise extreme caution Best Beaches of Manzanita, N. Oregon Coast The area runs the gamut of landscape geography, from towering cliffs, soft sand beaches, rocky places to amble around a variety of waterways ODOT Highway Work, Delays in Oregon Coast Range, Newport, Waldport Look for some delays in the coming week along the route to Lincoln City, at Newport and in Waldport. Central Oregon Coast Gets Visit from Former President The central Oregon coast will get a visit from a most distinguished former president in May: Theodore Roosevelt. Oregon Coast Whale Numbers of Late March Numbers for March released by the Whale Watch Center in Depoe Bay show a definite upward slingshot as the great migration reached a peak Massive Cinco de Mayo Fest for Central Oregon Coast This celebration started five years ago as Lincoln City Spanish instructor José Solano organized the first one on the Oregon coast Sunny Skies, Nearly 70 on Oregon Coast Later This Week Look for greatly improving skies and conditions this week on the Oregon coast, while it looks likely you'll encounter some of those prime photo opps for dramatic clouds as well Oregon Coast Glass Studio Expands Showroom Lincoln City's Jennifer Sears Glass Art Studio is growing, as its showroom features even more glass art on display Oregon Coast Fish Taco Cook-Off, May 4 Saturday is the 5th Annual Fish Taco Cook-Off in Lincoln City, taking place at the Culinary Center in Lincoln City Gas Prices Continue Drop in Oregon, Some Around $3.35 Gallon Travel to and from the Oregon coast, as well as around the rest of the state, is getting cheaper by the day Gnarly Bike Race Next Weekend on Central Oregon Coast May 5 brings the 2nd Annual Coast Hills Classic Mountain Bike Race to Newport's South Beach area, a race that's part rugged and rough ride and part fundraiser Orca Whales Arrive on Oregon Coast for Yearly Visit This group of Orcas is a mystery to scientists: they don't know where they come from. They are transients that simply show up each April, chasing food sources up the Oregon coast Oregon Astronomer: Good Time to See Saturn, Rings An Oregon astronomer says now is a great time to catch Saturn in the skies above Oregon and the Oregon coast, and its rings will be especially visible Glowing Sand Critters on Oregon Coast Spotted Again One of the more unusual and delightful secrets of the Oregon coast is the glowing sand phenomenon Oregon Coast Photo Essay: Striking Seasonal Sights Are you guaranteed to find this all the time in spring on the Oregon coast? No. But your chances are much greater Oregon Coast Spring Surprise: Now is Most Photogenic Time of Year A little known fact about spring on the coast, especially April, is that this season can yield the best photographs of the whole year Space Colonization Lecture on Oregon Coast in May Dr. Smith is a respected scholar on various anthropological subjects, but on May 9 in Cannon Beach he goes a little out of this world Inventor Thomas Edison Visits Central Oregon Coast, Lincoln City Famed inventor, industrialist and innovator Thomas Edison shows up on the central Oregon coast at the end of April Highway Projects Near North Oregon Coast, Hwy 6 Look for some more minor delays coming to and from the north Oregon coast on Highway 6 starting this week Major Shooting Stars, Other Phenomena This Weekend Above Oregon, Coast Range Portland science museum OMSI is talking about the Lyrid Meteor Showers happening this weekend around Oregon, and it's still planning a couple of star parties in the Oregon coast range and the Gorge May on N. Oregon Coast: Tillamook, Pacific City, Manzanita, Rockaway The north Oregon coast towns of Tillamook County keep up the pace in May, right through to Memorial Day Weekend and its big bang North Oregon Coast May Preview: Astoria Events Looking ahead to May on the north Oregon coast, the very northwestern tip of the state keeps up the pace with a full calendar of events Upcoming Oregon Coast Minus Tides as Low as Foot and a Half More spectacular minus tides are coming up next week to the Oregon coast and then lasting until the end of the month History of an Oregon Coast Icon: Constructing the Inn at Spanish Head Lincoln City's Inn at Spanish Head hotel now sits as a 10-story-high hotel, what would be by far the tallest structure on the coast if it were entirely above ground Central Oregon Coast Preview: Lincoln City in May The fun apparently never stops in the central Oregon coast town of Lincoln City, right up until the week before the big blowout of Memorial Day International Jazz Concert on N. Oregon Coast, April 26 Acclaimed guitarist Adlai Alexander may be from Portland, but his roots lay all over the globe May on the Central Coast: Yachats, Florence, Oregon Preview Memorial Day weekend isn’t the only big happening on the central Oregon coast in May Lincoln City, Oregon Vacation Guide, Central Coast Sightseeing Suggestions A good seven miles of pristine sands and a variety of attractions make Lincoln City a powerhouse vacation destination for the central Oregon coast N. Oregon Coast in May: Seaside, Cannon Beach Preview So much fun continues on the north Oregon coast in May, right up through Memorial Day Weekend Gas Prices Continue to Dip in Oregon, on the Coast Oregon's AAA said prices at the pump continue to decline, with the national average dropping farther than in Oregon and on the coast Central Oregon Coast in May: Newport Preview Witness now the intrusion of May and its magnificent event happenings on the central Oregon coast Latest News for Crabbers, Clamming on Oregon Coast The last low tide series at the beginning of April showed some exceptional razor clam harvesting numbers, according to ODFW, especially on the north Oregon coast More Sacred Japanese Tsunami Debris Found on Oregon Coast Another piece of what appears to be a sacred object from Japan was recovered from a central Oregon coast beach today – clearly from the Japanese tsunami of 2011 Wacky Oregon Weather Done, Coast Mellows This Week These kinds of conditions are some of the best all year for photographing: Lincoln City, Depoe Bay, Newport, Yachats and Florence; Astoria, Seaside, Cannon Beach, Manzanita, Rockaway Beach, Garibaldi, Tillamook, Oceanside and Pacific City Oregon Coast Attractions and Spas - Man-made and Natural Attractions of Oregon Coast: This is just a sampling of the attractions and nature to be found in these areas of the Oregon coast. See their respective Virtual Tours for more: Lincoln City, Depoe Bay, Newport, Yachats and Florence; Astoria, Seaside, Cannon Beach, Manzanita, Rockaway Beach, Garibaldi, Tillamook, Oceanside and Pacific City Oregon Coast Aquarium Hosts a Kind of Underwater Robot Wars Last week, Oregon Coast Aquarium hosted competition for Remotely Operated Vehicles – otherwise known as an ROV High Winds on Oregon Coast Overnight, Wild Waters A high wind warning has been issued for the northern half of the Oregon coast, including the towns of Astoria, Seaside, Cannon Beach, Manzanita, Rockaway Beach, Garibaldi, Oceanside, Pacific City, Lincoln City, Depoe Bay, Newport, Yachats and Florence. Weather 12 Days of Earth Day Celebrated in Cannon Beach, N. Oregon Coast 12 Days of Earth Day Festival is nearly two weeks of whooping it up in honor of nature – and the local Tufted Puffins that begin to hit the area again Extremely Rare Japanese 'Tsunami Fish' Goes On Display on North Oregon Coast A boat from the Japanese tsunami of 2011 that landed on the Long Beach Peninsula of Washington last month had a few living surprise Best of Yachats Beaches, Central Oregon Coast This central Oregon coast village is mostly made of rocky shelves, but there are 20 miles or so just south of town that alternate between sandy and rocky ledges Gusty, Wet Days for Oregon Coast, Portland, Willamette Valley, Cascades NWS says to brace yourself for some mighty winds and rain for the Oregon coast from now through the weekend, but also in the Portland area, Willamette Valley, Cascades, Hood River Valley and Columbia Gorge Birds on Oregon Coast Now: Hummingbirds, Murres, Puffins Oregon wildlife officials say now is a good time to look out for Tufted Puffins along the Oregon coast, as well as hummingbirds and common murres Serious Signs of Spring on Oregon Coast If there was any doubt about spring coming to the Oregon coast, this week's spring break dispelled that Plover Season Now in Effect on Oregon Coast, Some Restrictions Nesting season has begun for the western snowy plover along the central Oregon coast, and that means some restrictions to humans and dogs Stunning Low Tides Coming to Oregon Coast This Month Officials said April will bring some mighty minus tides to the beaches, opening up lots of tide pools on the Oregon coast Esoteric Portland Band Her Ghost This Weekend in Lincoln City, Oregon Portland band Her Ghost plays Saturday, April 6 in the central Oregon coast town of Lincoln City Exotic Plants and Falcons at Central Oregon Coast April Events The central Oregon coast group Yaquina Birders and Naturalists are planning another couple of fascinating events that involve birds and some extraordinary plants Oregon Coast Beach Cleanup Brings Out 4,000 People, Only Handful of Oddities More than 4,080 volunteers helped clean trash and other manmade debris off the Oregon coast Saturday for the annual SOLVE Spring Beach Cleanup Bay Cleansing and Birds, Blues Festival Coming to North Oregon Coast Two major events are coming up in Pacific City on the north Oregon coast: a cleanup of Nestucca Bay and the Birding and Blues Festival. Just When is Easter? Oregon Astronomer Helps Portland astronomy expert Jim Todd, planetarium manager from OMSI, helps people figure out, and says it has to do with the Vernal Equinox, the full moon, and Sunday Learn About Octopuses on Oregon Coast at Cannon Beach Event The April 4 edition of the World of Haystack Rock Library Lecture Series features Octopuses on the Oregon Coast: in the wild and in captivity Sunny Spring Break Weather on Oregon Coast for Weekend, Whales, Cleanup A deliciously sunny week and weekend is coming up for the Oregon coast, although you won't see temperatures up around 70 as in the Portland area. This brings good tidings in the tides for spring breakers and for the SOLVE Beach Cleanup on Saturday, as well as for Whale Watch Week. Oregon Coast Experts on Lookout for Latest Threats: Gas Canisters, Invasive Species The Japanese tsunami debris that has shown up in great numbers lately is leaving the coast open to some ecological threats, but so are some domestic-based boats Photo Gallery of Oregon Coast Tsunami Debris, Finds in Cannon Beach, Oceanside, Pacific City Last week was an exceptionally busy one for Oregon officials as numerous objects made landfall on the beaches, some of which are presumed tsunami debris and of rather intense cultural significance Iconic N. Coast Hotel Celebrates 20 Years with Contest, Mega Specials Stephanie Inn in Cannon Beach is marking 20 years of fun-filled Oregon coast overnight stays with a giveaway that includes 20 gift certificates packed with all sorts of features - for one person. Oregon Coast Whale Stats from Officials, February to Early March As happens every year, February is not big on whale sightings on the Oregon coast, but March kicked into life Oregon Coast Tsunami Debris Update on Possible Invasive Species So far, most of the Oregon coast finds of presumed tsunami debris have been of moderate concern, but ominous signs remain Recent Oregon Coast Discoveries Include Tsunami Debris, Animals, Bad Golfers The Oregon coast has seen a lot of objects washing up onshore recently – some of it the usual stuff and some downright unusual, including a golfer who was blatantly littering the ocean Oregon CoastWatch Warns of Possible Dangerous Gas Canisters on Beaches Gas canisters of Phosphine have showed up on Washington beaches, according to Oregon's CoastWatch group, and the organization said these could create risks on the Oregon coast as well. Oregon Coast Debris Finds: Japanese Temple Piece, Boats Three chunks of what appear to be tsunami debris all washed up on the Oregon coast on Friday Oregon Coast Spring Break Lodging Availability, Openings, Advice If you're looking for lodging on the Oregon coast for spring break, weekends will be quite difficult, especially next weekend, when the two spring breaks of Washington and Oregon overlap Harbor Porpoise Washes Up on N. Oregon Coast Beach Staff from Seaside Aquarium responded to a deceased porpoise washing up on the beach of the north Oregon coast town Friday morning, a fairly common occurrence on these beaches but still a somewhat puzzling incident Intriguing, Unusual Visions of Manzanita, N. Oregon Coast You might start with Manzanita, on the north Oregon coast. Even if you've been there a lot, there are numerous things you've likely never seen. Highlights of a Spring Break in Cannon Beach, North Oregon Coast Cannon Beach is an oasis of many distractions for parents and the kids, especially if you like the finer things Budget Shuts Down Oregon Coast Lighthouse; Visitor Center Expands Hours While the Cape Perpetua Visitors Center will expand its hours after spring break, but the sequester recently imposed by the U.S. government has killed tours of a favorite lighthouse in Newport One Last Storm Punch for Oregon Coast, Weather Alerts for Valley, Cascades One last storm punch is starting to hit the Oregon coast now, and it also means gusty winds for inland towns like Portland, Eugene and Salem Three Capes Spring Break Highlights on the Oregon Coast: Pacific City, Oceanside One of the big treasured secrets among Oregon coast visitors who are in-the-know is the Three Capes Loop North Oregon Coast News: Anniversary and Music in Cannon Beach One north Oregon coast icon will celebrate a major landmark, while another starts up a new feature. April Oregon Coast Preview: Florence, Yachats Those little towns of Yachats and Florence stay big on things to do and see in April Native People and Cape Perpetua Explored in Central Oregon Coast Chat Event History of the local native people of the central Oregon coast will come alive March 23 near Yachats Oregon Skies May See Green Northern Lights Sunday Given the weather predictions, chances seem a bit better inland than on the Oregon coast, however. Comet Update: Sighting Still Possible in Oregon, on Coast, if Weather Improves Lucky for local astronomers, the coast may be among the better places to catch sight of comet PANSTARRS Tsunami Debris Boat on Oregon Coast Had Some Non-Native Species A derelict boat that is likely tsunami debris from Japan has been removed from a beach just north of Florence, after initial lab tests show at least one non-native species of mussel present N. Coast April Preview: Pacific City, Manzanita, Rockaway Beach, Tillamook The part of the north Oregon coast that houses Pacific City, Oceanside, Garibaldi, Tillamook, Rockaway Beach and Manzanita does not stay quiet this time of year Things That Skitter and Bounce on Oregon Coast Now You may find some interesting little critters on the Oregon coast about now, as frogs and salamanders are moving around N. Coast in April: Astoria Events Preview Astoria keeps up the heat through this often rainy part of spring with lots of wine tasting, theater, music, historic lectures – and the big wine and crab festival Coastal Birds of Oregon Make a Showing This Month If you're looking for swallows, hummingbirds and common murres, the Oregon coast is the place to be this month April Events Preview for Lincoln City, Oregon Witness now the full invasion of spring on the central Oregon coast, as April kicks in with tons of events Latest in Oregon Coast Tsunami Debris News See constantly updated tsunami debris news from Oregon and Washington Spring Break Highlights in Yachats, Central Coast For a tiny town, this central Oregon coast spot is huge on natural attractions. North Coast in April: Spring Preview in Cannon Beach, Seaside This is the upcoming menu of events coming to the north Oregon coast towns of Cannon Beach and Seaside in April. April Oregon Coast Preview: Newport and Depoe Bay April in Newport and Depoe Bay continue the fun with bundles of events and happenings Tiny Alien Creature Lands on Oregon Coast Put them in water, and they often come alive again, and can look like those alien attackers in the video game Crysis Seaside Spring Break Highlights on the N. Coast The undisputed king of spring break for the Oregon coast, Seaside, has more to do this time of year for both kids and adults than you can shake a chunk of seaweed at Central Oregon Coast Spring Break Highlights at Newport: for Kids and Grownups Newport abounds with things to do in spring break for both the kids and mom and dad Spring Break Highlights in Lincoln City, Oregon Spring break is essentially about the family and the kids on the Oregon coast – but you may not want to discount what the grownups want Colorful Celtic Celebration in Lincoln City, Central Oregon Coast It's the luck of the Irish on the central Oregon coast, as one venue in Lincoln City celebrates St. Patty's a day early Oregon Coast Spring Beach Cleanup Seeks Volunteers The time is approaching: the annual SOLVE Oregon Beach Cleanup for spring happens on March 30 Yachats Lodging Look: Overleaf Village Vacation Rentals, Oregon Coast Part of the fun in Yachats is the rather clandestine Overleaf Village Vacation Rentals, where several vacation homes are clustered within a carefully coiffured coastal landscape Lincoln City, Oregon Coast Lodging Spotlight: Liberty Inn At the northern end Lincoln City, Liberty Inn is a hotel with a lot of aspects in itself. March is Good Star and Comet Viewing in Oregon, Coast Range A comet will be streaking closely by and a Star Party held by Portland's OMIS in the coast range and in the Gorge Oregon Coast Reference Guide: Seaside Aquarium Article Archives Baby Seals, local history, nature news, beach finds, marine science, more. Find out what the Seaside Aquarium has been up to all these years. Oregon Officials: the State of Clamming on the Coast Razor clamming is still open on the entire Oregon coast, but some places are closed to harvesting mussels due to elevated toxins Woman Assaults Two, Drives Off Oregon Coast Cliff A Eugene woman has been arrested on DUI charges after she assaulted a man and woman in a bar on the central Oregon coast and then drove her car off a cliff and into the waves at Yachats Central Oregon Coast Benefits Upcoming for a Lighthouse, Celtic Festival One helps you celebrate St. Patty's a week early and the other is a comedy show and benefit for the local lighthouse Oregon Coast Birding and Invasive Species Events in March March is about birding and learning about invasive plant species on the central Oregon coast Workshops Teach Oregon Coast Residents How to Deal with Tsunami Debris The workshops are aimed at Oregon coast residents who want to learn how to deal with the tons and tons of little stuff that is washing up on beaches Recent Oregon Coast, Science News: Meteors, Earthquake, Tsunami Debris Never a dull moment, it seems, on the Oregon coast: either on the beaches, just offshore beneath the ocean or even in the skies Oregon Coast March Lecture Addresses Erosion of Beachfront Communities March 7 is the World of Haystack Rock Library Lecture Series: Living on the Edge: Adapting to coastal erosion and shoreline change Notes from the North Coast: Saturday Flea Markets, History Museum The north Oregon coast's Tillamook County has a few things going on that will interest the visitor and the local Oregon Coast Tsunami Debris Cleanups in March Need Volunteers The Oregon Marine Debris Team (OMDT) continues to work on cleaning up tsunami debris and other garbage with possible harmful effects that wash up on the Oregon coast Oregon Coast Tsunami Road Show to Inform About Varied Disasters The Tsunami Road Show will be starting its tour of the Oregon coast in early March, teaching locals about tsunami and earthquake preparedness Jazz Guitar with Flare on Central Coast This Weekend In a musical way, March comes roaring in like a lion in the central Oregon coast town of Lincoln City this weekend Oregon Coast Weather: March to Arrive Fairly Wet It looks like a fairly wet week on the Oregon coast as March arrives, but it won't be 100 percent of the time and at least it will warm up Portland Band and its 'Voice of the Oregon Coast,' on TV's Cougar Town Tonight The TBS network's Cougar Town, starring former Friends' star Courtney Cox, will feature a song by Portland band Jonah tonight Central Oregon Coast Hotspot Starts Wed Jazz Nights, Continues Karaoke The little central Oregon coast nightlife hotspot in Depoe Bay is boasting the Larry Blake Orchestra Hummingbirds Showing Soon On Oregon Coast Oregon wildlife officials say there are some beautiful bird sights awaiting the visitor to the Oregon coast Oregon Wildlife Right Now: Amphibians and Seal Pups ODFW said now is a good time to look for seal pups on some part of the south coast, and your chances of spotting some amphibians in coastal green areas is getting pretty good Guide to Oregon Coast Pet Friendly Vacation Rentals Hitting the beach with Fido is now a mainstay in the tourism industry on the Oregon coast S. Oregon Coast Derelict Boat Removed - May be Tsunami Debris Oregon officials have removed a derelict boat from the southern Oregon coast that may be tsunami debris from Japan Oregon Officials Host Meetings on New Coastal Park The upcoming latest addition to Oregon's State Park system will be the subject of a series of meetings held next month on the central Oregon coast High Surf Advisory for Oregon Coast Saturday: Whopper Waves Coming There is a high surf advisory for the Oregon coast, including Seaside, Cannon Beach, Manzanita, Rockaway Beach, Oceanside, Pacific City, Lincoln City, Depoe Bay, Yachats, Newport, Florence Winter Advisory for Coast Range May Mean Minor Travel Annoyance The NWS has issued an advisory for travel over the Oregon coast range later tonight; plus travel advice for Seafood Wine Fest Guide to Manzanita, Oregon Vacation Rentals That little forested town on the north Oregon coast is big on scenic pleasures and treasures Oregon Coast Lodging Update and Advice: Newport's Wine Festival This Weekend Most or all of the lodgings in Newport are full for this weekend's Newport Seafood and Wine Festival, but there are still options nearby Oregon Moon Halo Tonight: A Prediction of Weather for Coast, Portland Called a moon halo, it often tells you about an incoming weather system that is on the chilly side – and it is holding true to its propensity for weather prophecy. Central Coast Spring: Lincoln City March Preview Spring will be bustin’ out all over soon in the central Oregon coast town of Lincoln City Central Oregon Coast Birding Events This Week These events that will be of great interest to anyone who enjoys watching birds and other wildlife along the Oregon coast Some Snow for Coast Range, Cascades; Dramatic Weather for Portland, Inland Oregon It could mean some travel issues in central Oregon, and some period slippery periods in the highest parts of the coast range Rockaway, Manzanita Blog: Rockaway Beach Briefly - A Small Photographic Tour Rockaway Beach has been a favorite Oregon coast destination for over 100 years now, albeit a bit clandestinely Lincoln City Blog: Lincoln City's Road's End Neighborhood - a Photo Exploration The Road's End district of Lincoln City is where the road does indeed end - and so do the city limits Oregon Coast virtual Tour: Nye Beach Turnaround, Landmark of Newport Photos of the Turnaround, central Oregon coast icon, views from above Oregon Coast virtual Tour: Neptune State Park - Stairway to Beachy Heaven near Yachats, Florence Between Yachats and Florence, Neptune State Park is a pretty place, lodged in the middle of forestland and rather easy to drive past if you're not looking carefully Whimsical Metallic Creature Now Lives on Central Oregon Coast Sparky the Wish Guardian lives at the entrance to Regatta State Park at Devil's Lake in Lincoln City Tillamook County Spring Break: Pacific City, Oceanside, Rockaway, Oregon in March Spring will soon hit the lower Tillamook County/N. Oregon coast towns of Pacific City, Oceanside, Tillamook and Rockaway Beach, and that means lots to do Spring Break in Depoe Bay, Newport, Oregon: March Preview It is, quite literally, March madness in Newport and Depoe Bay during the spring break weeks Watching Sea Lions and Elk Good on N. Coast, Say Oregon Officials There are plenty of elk being seen in the Oregon coast range, and sea lions are making a splash around the Oceanside area Central Oregon Coast Flooded with Wine Lovers Next Week: Seafood Wine Fest It's the 36th Newport Annual Seafood and Wine Festival on February 21 - 24 North Oregon Coast Bird Viewing Hot This Winter Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife recently released some suggestions for birdwatching along the north coast Oregon Astronomy: Russian Meteor Updates, Why It Is Not from Asteroid Reports are coming in from the Chelyabinsk region in Russia that at least one fragment of a meteorite has been found Oregon Coast for Kids, Children: Family Beaches Guide The upper half of the Oregon coast contains an endless array of things to do and see with the little ones New State Park Coming to Oregon Coast: Name Determined Ona Beach State Park and Beaver Creek State Natural Area, between Waldport and Newport, are being melded into Booth State Park Manzanita, Oregon, Nehalem Bay in Spring Break: March Preview Sometimes, it’s the littlest towns along the Oregon coast that have the most to offer Spring Break Beach Preview: March in Florence, Yachats, Oregon Spring break and March in Yachats and Florence means more oceanic drama and lots of places for kids to play Astoria, Oregon Spring Break, March Preview The oldest town west of the Mississippi has plenty of new things to engage in for the spring break weeks in March Wandering Cannon Beach, Oregon: Indian Beach and Its Crevices Some may know this Oregon coast hotspot as where two famous movies were filmed: Goonies and the first Twilight flick Black History Month on Central Coast Looks at Oregon's Past An upcoming program on the central Oregon coast this examines the history of African-Americans in this state Celtic Gig on Feb 24 a Good Match for Misty Yachats, Oregon Renowned fiddler Jamie Laval performs with Portland-based acoustic guitarist Dan Compton Oregon Coast Whale Numbers for January Lots of whales were reported by the Whale Watch Center in Depoe Bay since late December, and some fascinating sightings were reported on the southern Oregon coast as well Oregon Astronomy Watch: Help Name the New Moons of Pluto Pluto has what appears to be a new pair of children, and astronomers need help naming them Valentine's Day Lodging Openings and Suggestions Along the Oregon Coast You may be out of luck already in someareas, but there are still rooms available along the beaches for this holiday of the heart Oregon Coast March, Spring Break Preview: Cannon Beach, Seaside March is time for spring break along the Oregon coast, and the Cannon Beach and Seaside areas are the reigning kings of fun and frivolity Progressive Roots Valentine's Show on Central Oregon Coast Part of Antique Week It's a modern incarnation of what is called “rootsgrass,” as Lindsay Lou and the Flatbellys come to the central Oregon coast town Oregon Looking for More Scenic Bikeway Nominations Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is now accepting applications for areas that would like to be designated by the state as scenic bikeways Marriage Vows Even Better Second Time Around at Oregon Coast Church This time around, as always, the wedding vow renewals come on Valentine's Day: Thursday, February 14 Serious Surprises of an Oregon Coast Village: Neskowin Just a few miles south of sometimes-bustling Pacific City, and about 15 minutes from Lincoln City, tiny Neskowin hosts an extraordinary amount of surprises Chance to Learn About North Coast Watershed at Potluck Learn about the projects of the Lower Nehalem Watershed Council of the north Oregon coast in a fun, family-style potluck on February 14 Cool Caves, Cajoling Caverns of the Oregon Coast Some of the best pleasures of the coastline are not in the sand at all, but in the rocky cliffs that tower over the sands Oregon Astronomy Watch: Record-Setting Asteroid Flyby Next Week Unfortunately, this rather ominous but impressive near-miss of an asteroid passing very close to the Earth will be missed by those in Oregon, its coast and indeed those in California, Washington and western Canada Central Oregon Coast Explodes with Antique Festival Lincoln City's annual citywide treasure hunt, the Antique Week, starts February 8 and goes until February 18 Oregon Coast Tsunami Debris Update: Boat Removed, Sign Translated Oregon officials have removed the Japanese fishing vessel that washed ashore Tuesday morning from Gleneden Beach More Tsunami Debris Found on Oregon Coast: 30-Foot Vessel Yet another sizable piece of Japanese tsunami debris on the Oregon coast: this time it's a 30-foot boat that has been embedded in the sand at Gleneden Beach No Tsunami Threat to West Coast Because of Solomon Island Quake A massive earthquake in the Solomon Islands is causing a tsunami warning near New Zealand and Australia - not for the west coast. Seasonal Changes of a Central Oregon Coast Secret Spot Ten Mile Creek and Stonefield Beach provide two interesting aspects of one beach – with one part quite hidden Manzanita, Oregon Explorations: Photos of Stunning Sunsets at Manzanita Between Cannon Beach and the Nehalem Bay sits the somewhat secretive village of Manzanita Oregon Coast Latest: Smartphone Beach Guides, Live Earthquake Data, Blogs Lodging listings for mobile devices, Smartphones; blogs about your favorite Oregon coast spots, live earthquake data from the West Coast Oregon Officials Tout Current Whale Activity, Offer Tips ODFW offered up some tips on spotting the cetacean giants, still findable in sizable abundance on the Oregon coast Most Popular Lincoln City, Oregon Photos of 2012 Lincoln City, this past year it seems, was all about the wild colors Unique Delights of Rockaway Beach, Oregon Skies You don't always notice it, but often the skies play the biggest part in an especially fetching scene on the Oregon coast Oregon Coast Lodging Listings for Mobile: IPhones, Android, Smartphones Astoria, Seaside, Cannon Beach, Manzanita, Garibaldi, Tillamook Bay, Rockaway Beach, Wheeler, Oceanside, Pacific City, Lincoln City, Depoe Bay, Newport, Waldport, Yachats, Florence Oregon Officials Warn About Pedestrian Dangers in Astoria Officials have been meeting with the city over dangers to pedestrians and some serious incidents Live Earthquake Updates from Oregon, Washington. B.C., California, Alaska Live Earthquake Updates page, for Oregon, the coast, Washington, Alaska, Vancouver, B.C. and California Most Popular Cannon Beach, Oregon Photos of the Year, 2012 Based on the reactions of fans of the Oregon Coast Beach Connection Facebook page, these are the most popular photos of the year from Cannon Beach Crabbing and Clamming Report, Oregon Coast Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) just released its latest report on recreational crabbing and clamming along the Oregon coast Oregon Coast Nature, Science News: Beaches, Natural World, Pacific Ocean - A comprehensive collection of articles and reference material and the latest news from Oregon coast science: Seaside, Cannon Beach, Manzanita, Oceanside, Pacific City, Lincoln City, Depoe Bay, Newport, Waldport, Yachats, Florence. Geology, oceanography, Marine biology. Kids, children, families West Coast Earthquakes Today: Oregon, California, Alaska Numerous small earthquakes were reported today by the United States Geological Survey (USGS), most notably an undersea quake off the Oregon coast Oregon Science: Study Warns of Antibiotic-Resistant Pet Aquarium Fish For those with pet fish in their home aquariums, a study by scientists from the Oregon coast may not be good news Oregon Wildlife Officials on Coastal Bird Watching from Your Car ODFW recently released some suggestions on how to go birding from the warmth and comfort of your own vehicle Travel Update: Gas Prices in Oregon Rise Slightly, Coast Prices Higher While Oregon's average for regular unleaded gas is a bit lower than the national average, fuel prices rose by about three cents this past week Tips for Spotting A Sneaker Wave - in Oregon or Any Other Beach What’s surprising is that there are conditions to look out for when a sneaker wave may be coming, but you have to be paying close attention to the tide: Seaside, Cannon Beach, Manzanita, Oceanside, Pacific City, Lincoln City, Depoe Bay, Newport, Waldport, Yachats, Florence Oregon Coast Pirate Series Part 1: Sir Francis Drake Eventually known as the “Dragon” by his foes, Drake definitely engaged in some pirate-like activity over his lifetime, and he may have an Oregon connection Oregon Scientists: Japan, Sumatra Earthquakes Rewrite Standards A group of Oregon geologists have published a paper that describes how these earthquake prediction standards need to be amended Beaches Gone Digital: List of Oregon Coast Travel Guide Blogs Blogs of the Oregon coast also provide plenty of news, often from a very home-grown and insider perspective Most Popular Yachats, Oregon Photos of the Year 2012 It's time to look at what caused the most discussion from Yachats, on the central Oregon coast. Oregon Lecture Tackles Beach Debris, Tsunami Influx, Pacific Garbage Patch The World of Haystack Rock Library Lecture Series in Cannon Beach features another installment on February 7 with "Rising Tide: Marine Debris in Oregon." Oregon History Lesson: What's in a Name Around Pacific City Clam Limits Double on Oregon Coast for One Species 2013 brings some new laws about snagging tasty treats off the beaches. There is great news for avid clam diggers on the Oregon coast Tips for Spotting Whales on Oregon Coast The Whale Watch Center in Depoe Bay reported from 20 to 40 sightings per day during many days last week N. Oregon Coast Road Traffic Delays Report ODOT issued another report on highway delays on the north Oregon coast, which will be affecting mostly areas just outside Astoria, but one near Tillamook Fun and Freaky Critters of North Coast Beaches Now Interesting creatures abound on the Oregon coast these days, but inside and outside a local aquarium Recent Orca Whale Sightings Off Washington Coast The Greenbank, Washington-based group Orca Network made another extensive report of whale activity off Washington's waters this week Diverse Acoustic Band with Lou Reed, Boy George Connections Coming to Lincoln City, Oregon Coast The second installment of the First Saturday concert this year will be happening on February 2, at the Lincoln City Cultural Center in Lincoln City, Oregon: Satori Bob Keep an Eye Out for These Oregon Coast Winter Oddities From agates to whale watching secrets, to incredible finds like objects 4,000 years old sticking out of the sand and oddities called Whale Burps or Ocean Burps, January means some interesting discoveries Astoria, Warrenton, Gearhart Virtual Tour - Pictures, maps, attractions Seaside, Oregon Virtual Tour - Seaside Guide, Pictures, photos of Seaside, Oregon coast Cannon Beach, Oregon Virtual Tour and Blog, Oregon coast Weird Travel News: Serbian Vampire, Russian Yeti Resort One town in Serbia is wigging out over a possible vampire threat, and another in Russia is looking to cash in on the industry of gullible tourists Las Vegas Travel: Nobu Hotel for Foodies Nobu Matsuhisa, a world-renowned chef and now a hotelier, is soon opening up the Nobu Hotel Caesars Palace in Las Vegas Portland’s Oregon Jewish Museum Features Sam Norich Lecture Norich will give a lecture at the Oregon Jewish Museum on February 3 in Portland and discuss the commonalities between journalism and comics Germany Reports Sharp Rise in Tourism in 2012 Germany's travel industry officials said this week the country has experienced a sudden rise this past year in tourism Northwest Travel: Pup Takes Over Washington Hotel; From Salem to Italy, Brazil Some interesting news for sea kayakers who are looking for a little bit of adventure in foreign waters, and a hotel in Washington has a new canine concierge California Valentine's Travel: Romance Packages in San Diego The southern California hotspot of San Diego is also offering up tons of romance deals for the hand-holding holiday Beaverton-SW Portland Has a Snow Anomaly: a Tiny Frozen Vortex A small patch – and only a small patch – has been snowing in the wee hours, leaving a thin layer of snow, while nothing around for miles has any sign of the frosty stuff Piece of Tsunami Dock Returning to Oregon Coast A piece of that notorious tsunami-driven dock that washed up on the Oregon coast will be returning to Newport Wednesday morning Travel News from Italy, Israel: New Packages, New Delights You can witness a lot of history in the lands of Israel and Italy. Both are providing some new and provocative ways to enjoy these landscapes. California Travel: Green Travel Awards and Spectacular Pacific Ocean Science Nature in California or a truly nature-oriented way of a sustainable travel business model, this state has some good news for you UK Travel: Tourism Television Deals Connect to Asia, Empower Hoteliers Two new television developments out of the U.K. promise good things for hospitality management in England and some nice access for visitors in and out of Asia New York Travel: Statue Cruises Expands, New Upscale Hotel Another big hotel is planned for the Big Apple, and there are some new ways to enjoy the city's statue sights – on the water N. Coast Workshops Cover Rural Homeowner Issues All Over Oregon A number of forestry workshops have been announced for the season by the Tillamook office of the OSU Extension Service Highway Work on N. Coast This Week Between Tillamook, Astoria ODOT construction work will be creating some minor delays in Clatsop and Tillamook Counties this week, expected to last until January 28 Manzanita, Oregon Film Series Selection Announced for January The selection for January 26 is The Best of the 38th Northwest Film and Video Festival Upcoming Traffic Delays for Highway to Central Coast A landslide repair project has already begun, creating lane restrictions on OR 34 (Alsea Hwy.) The Other Bay Area of United States: Nehalem Bay, Oregon The Nehalem Bay is a thickly wooded stretch of the north Oregon coast that is often called “the Bay Area” by some locals Upcoming Yachats Jewelry Event Opens Registration Oregon Shoreline Picks of the Week: It's a Food Fight There isn't a heck of a lot going on along the Oregon coast this coming week, but what there is sounds delicious Seal Rock Tidepool - Curious Shapes, Strange Basalt. Seal Rock Oregon Coast Virtual Tour A variety of grooves and intriguing shapes inhabit this fun and funky half-circle that is the beach of Seal Rock Oregon Travel: Three Capes Loop, Oceanside to Pacific City by Satellite, Map Thanks to the miracle of Google Earth and its mapping technology, you can literally wander the beaches of the Oregon coast from your laptop Astoria Trolley Rails Riverwalk - Dockside Trestles (Oregon Coast) A variety of views are found along the riverfront and the Astoria Riverfront Trolley tracks in town AAA Hands Out Four Diamond Honors to Oregon Lodgings, Restaurants AAA has announced its Four Diamond List across the United States, and 13 hotels in Oregon snagged the honors this year, along with two eateries from the area Oregon Coast Archives: Eating the Beach and Other Wonders It may come as a considerable surprise, but while walking along these lovely shorelines and sands of the Oregon coast, you may be walking past a potential dinner Believe It or Not: Lincoln City, Oregon Hides A Second Tiny Bay There is what could be termed yet a second bay in the central Oregon coast resort town of Lincoln City North Oregon Coast in February: Astoria Winter Preview Even in the dead of winter, the very northernmost town on the Oregon coast heats things up quite a bit Take the Virtual Tour of Lincoln City on the Central Oregon Coast Extreme Details of Lincoln City Sights, Travel Info and Hundreds of Lincoln City Photos North Coast's Historical Society Holds Dinner and Meeting Open to Public The Tillamook County HIstorical Society annual meeting and dinner comes at a new time this year, and with a theme revolving around World War II Rocky Mysteries of the Oregon Coast Often, the most interesting things about the Oregon coast are its most obscure. These delightful oddities fit both criteria of such surprises or discoveries. Lincoln City, Oregon Boasts Monster Jambalaya Fest Next Week The Lincoln City Visitor & Convention Bureau will host the 5th Annual Jambalaya Cook-Off on Saturday, January 26 Cannon Beach, Seaside, Oregon Winter-February Preview So much to do in the north Oregon coast towns of Seaside and Cannon Beach – and so little time Why Coast is Warm - While Inland Oregon Freezes Some striking, even bizarro world sort of weather patterns have been present throughout Oregon lately, and it looks to continue for a while Central Oregon Coast Hosts Extra Glass Floats, Bird Events If you're trying to get away from the cold weather of inland Oregon, this coming weekend is perfect for hitting the Oregon coast Central Oregon Coast in February: Lincoln City Winter Preview On this part of the central Oregon coast, February is about romance, all things presidential, glass floats and the big antique festival Agate Festival Rocks Central Oregon Coast This Weekend January 19 and 20 bring the Second Annual Agate Festival to Yachats, reinforcing an already international reputation for rocky delights Central Coast in February: Newport Preview This part of the central coast boasts a huge array of things to do in February, including Valentine’s Day North Oregon Coast Hotel Acquires Honors, New Chef The Martin Hospitality property was listed in the latest Conde Nast Traveler Gold List of Top 510 Best Hotels in the World Winter Fun on Oregon Coast: February Preview for Manzanita, Pacific City Looking for stuff to do in Manzanita, Garibaldi, Tillamook, Nehalem, Rockaway Beach, Wheeler, Oceanside or Pacific City? Central Oregon Coast in February: Yachats, Florence Preview A bundle of events take place in the little towns of Yachats and Florence throughout this month of romance Oregon Coast Whale Week Numbers, Facts Released The five days of cetacean sighting had a total of 798 whales seen and 4,994 visitors Newport's Crab Krack Event Benefits Local Oregon Coast History January 20 will again bring the annual Crab Crack to the central Oregon coast town of Newport, a celebration of local seafood bounty and of the town's maritime history Almost Aerial Astoria: Oregon Coast from Above Astoria's Coxcomb Hill is always a scenic wonder, in just about any weather. The Cajoling Cracks and Crevices of One Oregon Coast Spot: Hidden Access near Seal Rock A few miles south of Newport, and a few more miles north of Seal Rock, you'll find a fascinating hidden beach access Oregon Coast Virtual Tour: Waldport's Alsea Bay Bridge, Night Views and History At night the Alsea Bay Bridge seems to glow in a way that's different from other Oregon coast bridges Exporing Gearhart, Oregon Coast Beaches and History As you walk or drive these well-manicured neighborhoods, one thing you'll notice is Gearhart's emphasis on retaining its past and traditions Celebrating Stafford the Poet on Oregon Coast Two towns on the central Oregon coast will celebrate the life of William Stafford, known as Oregon's most famous poet Jazz and Oregon Coast History Collide in Cannon Beach this Week World-famous jazz guitar whiz John Stowell shows up on the north Oregon coast again, and there's more for history buffs Oregon Coast Whale Watch Center Numbers, Late November through December It was a slow late fall at the Whale Watch Center in Depoe Bay, on the central Oregon coast, but it quickly got better Most Popular Oregon Coast Beach Connection Photos of the Year: 2012 Judging by reactions on Oregon Coast Beach Connection's Facebook page Oregon Coast Geology Fun Facts: Behind the Look of Cape Kiwanda What happened to create the Oregon coast landscapes you know and love is something just as fascinating as staring at their intricate beauty Discovering a Secret Beach on Oregon Coast, near Depoe Bay At Fogerty Beach, between Depoe Bay and Lincoln City, you could find a stretch of beach normally not traversable Post-Holiday Delights of North Oregon Coast The late hours of Christmas and the next day found a winter wonderland, little towns aglow, funky beach foam and numerous other surprises Special Hikes, Polar Plunges Ring in New Years Day in Oregon, on Coast From polar plunges into the icy ocean to sprawling hikes all around the state, Oregonians will be doing some invigorating things to celebrate the first day of 2013 Astoria, Oregon's Americana: from Rusty to Royal At the very northern tip of the Oregon coast, the ancient town of Astoria seems to occupy the unique status of legendary icon and yet guarded secret destination Oregon Coast Whale Watch Week Promises Lots of Whales - If Weather Cooperates Tons of whales are out there this week, but seeing them depends on the weather Wonders Found at the Foot of Kiwanda, N. Oregon Coast At the foot of the Oregon coast icon called Cape Kiwanda, there's a lot to explore in a fairly small space Lincoln City, Oregon Hosts a Wonderland of Culinary Events in January A melange of culinary classes heat up this chilly month, including the higlight of this month of munching: the famed Jambalaya Cook-Off Lecture Examines Lewis and Clark's Time on Oregon Coast Elk, Salt and a Monstrous Fish - Lewis and Clark's Winter on the Oregon Coast, happens January 3 in Cannon Beach New Wine Tasting Experience for Central Oregon Coast It's called the Tuscan Tasting Room, featuring a small selection of wines in a lovely Oregon coast setting – right off Highway 101, near the Yaquina Bay Bridge in its historic Deco District Oregon Coast Delights are in the Details at Seaside The manmade distractions of Seaside overshadow its pristine beauty - and there's more to that than meets an initial glance as well Holiday Activities at Cultural Center on Central Oregon Coast For those hitting this part of the Oregon coast during the holidays, there's a huge variety of ways to enjoy the holiday break in between bouts of bounding around the beaches The Graceful, Pristine and Surprising on Oregon Coast: Ona Beach About a mile north of Seal Rock, and about ten miles south of Newport, you'll find a pristine playground called Ona Beach, full of surprises on numerous levels Two Turtles a Rare Discovery on Oregon Coast More interesting stuff washed up onshore this as two turtles of different species showed up on the north Oregon coast on Monday Fascinating Oregon Coast Finds: Shark and Sea Angel Some surreal finds on the beach last week were made by crews from the Seaside Aquarium, including a shark and a wild-looking little critter called a Sea Angel. Newport in January: Central Coast Preview The central Oregon coast hotspot of Newport really does sizzle in the winter month of January Powerful Storm to Hit Oregon Coast, Snow in Mountains A high wind warning is in effect for the Oregon coast and south Washington coast from 1 p.m. Sunday afternoon until 1 p.m. Monday Oregon Coast Preview: January in Tillamook, Manzanita, Pacific City, Rockaway The indoors fun is aplenty as well, with lots of music, art, clog dancing, theater and culinary fun in Pacific City, Rockaway Beach, Garibaldi, Tillamook and Nehalem Winter Preview: Lincoln City, Oregon in January With winter fully settled in on the Oregon coast, Lincoln City heats up with lots to do in January Latest from Oregon Officials on Razor Clams, Crabbing, Shellfish Dangers Clamming is back open in Clatsop beaches right now, and decent news for avid crabbers along the coast of Oregon Oregon Officials: Ocean Alerts Via Text, Sport Restrictions Oregon wildlife officials are offering new ways to receive alerts about recreational fishing, they want to hear from the public about their fishing experience Yachats, Florence in January: Coast Winter Preview January still has plenty to do in the towns of Yachats and Florence January Preview for North Coast: Cannon Beach, Seaside The winter fun continues in January in the Cannon Beach and Seaside areas of the north Oregon coast Advanced Tickets Now on Sale for Massive Oregon Coast Seafood Wine Fest in February There is much that is new for the 36th Annual Newport Seafood and Wine Festival on February 21 – 24, 2013 Vibrant Views Abound from Top of Cape Perpetua, Near Yachats, Oregon Soaring upwards at a height of nearly 700 feet, Cape Perpetua is one of the highest point along the Oregon coast that's accessible to the general tourist Oregon Coast Under the Winter Sun: December is Not Dark and Dreary While the weather has been somewhat frightful on the beach recently, there have been several sunny days in between the atmospheric melee Solstice Celebrations Light Up Oregon Coast There are plenty of holiday and Christmas celebrations on the Oregon coast, but only a handful of those mark the winter solstice Oregon Coast Picks of the Week: Early December There are plenty of ways to get your holiday shopping on or entertain yourself with a holiday theme on the coast this weekend Oregon Coast Whale Numbers for November Late October and much of November did not produce a lot of whale sightings at the Whale Watch Center in Depoe Bay, but things did start improving Fascinating Finds and Sights at Cape Meares, N. Oregon Coast There's a lot to do in Cape Meares State Park, including a lighthouse, watching birds nesting and carousing on the cliffs, taking in some mammoth wave action, various trails, and a truly oddball tree called the Octopus Tree High Wind Warning Canceled for North Coast; Central Coast Still to Have Gusts The NWS in Portland has canceled the high wind warning for the north Oregon coast and for the inland parts of Oregon, but it remains in effect for the central Oregon coast Oddities of Manzanita, Oregon: the Mysterious Arch of Neahkahnie The looming presence over the the north Oregon coast town of Manzanta, Neahkahnie Mountain, holds a huge array of secrets Tale of Two Haystack Rocks on Oregon Coast Yes, Virginia: there really are two Haystack Rocks on the Oregon coast Central Coast Town Offers Concert Series Through Spring The Lincoln City Cultural Center is announcing its first-ever subscription concert series, with months of inspiring musical performances from touring bands from around the globe Oregon Officials Tout Big Waves, Wild Foam, Along Coast Huge surf displays and the wild and wacky foam that often come with them are a regular sight along the coast Striking Scenes from an Oregon Coast Landmark: On Top of and Around Cape Kiwanda You could come to this part of the north Oregon coast 100 times and find something new every visit Gift Certificate Guide for Oregon Coast: Ultimate Holiday Ideas In order to really impress a loved one while still shopping from the relaxed confines of your own computer, you'll want to consider giving the gift of part of the Oregon coast High Wind Watch Issued for Oregon Coast Wednesday, Thursday The affected areas include Astoria, Seaside, Cannon Beach, Manzanita, Rockaway Beach, Garibaldi, Oceanside, Tillamook, Pacific City, Lincoln City, Depoe Bay, Newport, Yachats and Florence Oregon Coast History: Life Before Highway 101, When Beaches Were Roads We don't always know how lucky we have it here in Oregon, with pristine beaches open to everyone Gooey, Trippy Beach Surprises After an Oregon Coast Storm Discoveries in Cannon Beach, Oceanside, Pacific City, Lincoln City, Depoe Bay, Manzanita, Rockaway Beach, geology, Yachats, Waldport, Florence, Newport. Tree-Lighting Ceremonies Highlight the Season on Oregon Beaches Some tree-lighting ceremonies have already taken place along the Oregon coast, but more are coming right up: Astoria, Depoe Bay, Cannon Bsach, Yachats, Tillamook, Rockaway Beach Lincoln City, Oregon Boasts Charming and Relaxed Holiday Shopping Events Shopping just got a little more cozy on the central Oregon coast, with the town of Lincoln City providing some opportunities for Christmas cheer in some unique ways. The Best Musical Soundtrack for Exploring the Oregon Coast Srong suggestions for musical soundtracks while driving around the Oregon coast and sucking in the sights. Deal with it. Read on. Central Oregon Coast Stormwatching Highlights Watching those waves wallop the shoreline is mesmerizing and wowing – and Newport has a ton of places to watch such oceanic melee Newport, Oregon Bay Lights Up with Boat Parade 19th annual Light Boat Parade takes to Newport's Yaquina Bay on December 1 The Misty Mysteries of an Oregon Lighthouse: Tillamook Rock The truth that sits behind the legends one of the more well known yet cryptic attractions of the Oregon coast: the Tillamook Rock Lighthouse Oregon Coast Storm Roundup: Traffic, Winds, Power Outages Huge winds, monster rain, even bigger waves and a few traffic nightmares punctuated this gargantuan storm along the Oregon coast Monday Odd Oregon Coast Facts: Have Your Bull Kelp - and Eat it Too Oh, the mysterious of the massive bull kelp along the Oregon coast. So many facets. So much confusion. High Wind Warning and Flood Watch Issued for Oregon Coast NWS has issued a high wind warning for parts of the Oregon coast, which lasts longer on the central coast than the north coast. Oregon Officials: Damaging Winds Possible on Coast, Portland, Inland Gusts in coastal communities may be up around 70 mph; Portland to get 45 mph gusts Anatomy of a Sneaker Wave on Oregon Coast: Time Lapse Video It's further proof just how dangerous Oregon coast sneaker waves can be - and how they can truly live up to their name North Coast News: Cannon Beach Food Fest, Hotel Honors Great news for foodies who love the Oregon coast and for those who just love to come out here for any reason Lincoln City, Oregon News: Historic Theater Threatened, Chowder Winners A bit of good news and bad out of the central Oregon coast, but it all could still have a happy ending Central Coast December Preview: Holidays in Yachats, Florence There is lots to love in the central Oregon coast towns of Florence and Yachats in early winter Salps on North Oregon Coast: an Interesting Beach Find Surprises Expert Salps are amazing animals, though in appearance they resemble jellyfish, they are more closely related to fish Season Highlights of N. Coast: Cannon Beach, Seaside Two of the most charming holiday vibes happen on the north Oregon coast at Seaside and Cannon Beach December N. Coast Preview: Tillamook, Manzanita, Pacific City, Rockaway Beach Tillamook, Rockaway Beach, Manzanita, Nehalem, Pacific City and Garibaldi all begin to bubble over with holiday cheer. Astoria, Oregon in December: Coastal Holiday Preview December shows up with plenty of holiday fun and frivolity in Astoria, and here is just a sampling Oregon Debris Team Holds Cleanups, Needs Volunteers Oregon's Marine Debris Team has issued a report about recent activities and a heads up about more opportunities to either help monitor certain areas of the Oregon coast for debris or actual cleanups. Holiday Preview: Lincoln City, Oregon in December Few things compare to the holidays in the central Oregon coast resort of Lincoln City North Coast Resumes Haystack Lecture Series with Fascinating Lineup Cannon Beach Library is again presenting its sixth season of the World of Haystack Rock Lecture series, a staple of fascinating facts every year Crazy Weather Surprises of a Typical Oregon Coast Fall Day Spend 24 hours on the Oregon coast during fall and you may see the entire gamut of weather possibilities Central Oregon Coast Boasts Native American Festival This Weekend Lincoln City Cultural Center will be celebrating Native American Heritage with a free afternoon festival on November 10, 2012 Oregon Officials Report Good Conditions for Crabbing, Clamming Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife released its latest outlook on crabbing and clamming on the Oregon coast, and the news is good Oregon Coast an Odd Mix of Stormy Waves and Warm Temps It was like summer and winter at the same time on the central Oregon coast Monday Storm Season Makes a Splash on Oregon Coast You don't need howling winds or driving rain, really. Just add ocean water and really big waves like the kind found this week, and bam - instant Pacific drama Historical Holiday Items on Display on Central Oregon Coast A collection of historical postcards from Halloween and Thanksgiving is now on display in Newport Lincoln City, Oregon Chowder Cook-Off Gets Bigger This Year Chefs from all around the northwest will gather on the central Oregon coast on November 10 to compete for the title of best chowder Watching Storms Safely on the Oregon Coast Ccoastal officials get fairly worried when this part of the year comes along, as beach safety is a concern year-round, but even more so when those attractive, monster waves start rolling in Curious, Mind-Bending Views Come from Different Angles Near Yachats, Oregon Cape Perpetua soars upwards and yields an endless array of Oregon coast surprises around it What Ghosts Gather Around Fort Stevens, N. Coast The spirit of an army man supposedly wanders the north Oregon coast, showing up in some fairly disparate places N. Oregon Coast Under Flood Advisory Until Wednesday The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a flood advisory for much of the north Oregon coast, including Tillamook, Nehalem, Manzanita, Seaside, Cannon Beach and Astoria. Oregon's Pacific Ocean Area Enters Beachcombing Season with Plenty of Oddities Beachcombing season seems to have arrived on the Oregon coast, and part of the proof of this is a wide range of fun and funky things found: Cannon Beach, Manzanita, Rockaway Beach, Warrenton, Oceanside, Pacific City, Lincoln City, Gleneden Beach, Newport, Waldport and Yachats Oregon Coast, Portland Weather: an 'Atmospheric River' This Week Meteorologists say five to ten inches of rain may hit the Oregon coast through Wednesday Tsunami Advisory for Southern, Central Oregon Coast Lifted The earthquake has also created a minor alert for the southern Oregon coast Question About Oregon Sighting: Meteor or Iridium Flare Was it the flare of a satellite or a meteor seen above a north Oregon coast town Portland, Coast, Valleys to Get Loads of Rain, Says NWS Bulletin The National Weather Service has issued a special statement about a whole lotta rain coming to the Portland area, as well as Oregon coast range, the beaches, the Gorge and the Cascades, Highlights of Depoe Bay in Recent Months Documented in Video There was lots to see along the central Oregon coast in recent months, especially with the run of exceptional weather making for some cajoling conditions An Oregon Winter Highlight: Yachats Celtic Fest in November Tickets have already gone on sale for the massive Yachats Celtic Music Festival, now in its 11th year in the tiny Oregon coast village, Nov. 9 - 11 Rockaway's Recent Remarkable Discoveries Rockaway Beach sits spread out over seven miles of exquisite and pristine sands. Musical Journey of Kurt Weill Featured in Lincoln City, Oregon This Week The sometimes quirky, heady music of German-American composer and playwright Kurt Weill will be the subject of a special concert in Lincoln City Roadwork on N. Oregon Coast, Hwy 26, Means Minor Delays Various road construction projects are still ongoing along the north Oregon coast, and one will create some delays between Portland and the coast later next week Wowing Little Jellyfish Wind Up on N. Oregon Beaches They are called comb jellies or sea gooseberries at times Extravagant Newport Foodie Event Puts the Oyster on a Pedestal Some 7,000 oysters will be served by at least 13 chefs from the central coast on Saturday, November 3 N. Coast Time Lapse: Manzanita, Wheeler, Cannon Beach, Seaside The latest video experiment from Oregon Coast Beach Connection shows some fascinating things happening with the scenery that we see everyday Bizarre and Rare Crab Now on Display on N. Oregon Coast It was a crab with three pinchers on one of its arms, a deformity that no one at the Seaside Aquarium has ever seen That Which Glows Near Florence, Oregon: Neptune's Beach As the last warm rays of summer hit parts of the central Oregon coast in early October, some extraordinary things happened Newport in November: Fall Events Preview on the Coast The holidays become the focus in much of the central coast town, and there’s lots of music, arts and other ways to have fun in an already-action packed place. Night of Spooks Coming to Oregon Coast Aquarium The spooks and goblins will take over the Oregon Coast Aquarium on October 27 for the annual Creatures of the Night November Preview: Astoria, Oregon Remains a Hotbed of Activity The north Oregon coast town of Astoria knows how to keep you warm that month with lots of events involving music, food, wine, the start of the holidays and even some hunting for mushrooms at a historic Lewis & Clark site Oregon Whale Numbers Stunning This Last Month Some stunning numbers of whales sightings have been reported in the last month, thanks to that cozy and cajoling run of great weather the Oregon coast experienced much of the time North Coast Shines in November: Seaside, Cannon Beach Events Preview November highlights in Cannon Beach and Seaside include big festivals, as well as loads of live music, food and wine events, and then a nice, steady flow of holiday events at the end of the month Oregon Officials Report on Crabbing, Clams, Birds - and Bugs Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) recently issued a report on outdoor recreational possibilities along the Oregon coast November on the Central Coast: Lincoln City Events Preview Lincoln City keeps up the pace with plenty of events revolving around food, live theater, the arts, glass floats, history and even a reggae festival at the cusp of winter. Lincoln City lodging, dining Oregon Coast Weather This Week: Sun Will Come Out Tomorrow The National Weather Service even forecasting mostly sunny skies by midweek Issue Has Expired on Bridge Between Washington and Oregon Coast Emergency work and high winds have closed the Astoria-Megler Bridge until further notice, according to ODOT Yachats, Florence in November: Oregon Coast Winter Preview If you want plenty of wintry coastal fun, then hanging out in the central Oregon coast towns of Florence and Yachats will be your ticket in November November Preview: North Coast Events in Rockaway, Manzanita, Tillamook, Garibaldi November brings bundles of new aspects to the north coast towns of Tillamook County, with a hefty helping of holiday events around Thanksgiving Cannon Beach, Oregon Showed Extraordinary Sides in Recent Months Some spots on the Oregon coast had more distinctive aspects, and Cannon Beach was definitely among them. Big Seas, Waves Coming to Oregon Coast Early Next Week Some big waves and swells are coming to the beaches of Oregon this weekend – the first in a long while, as conditions have been abnormally calm this year. Astoria, Seaside, Cannon Beach, Manzanita, Nehalem, Wheeler, Rockaway, Garibaldi, Tillamook, Oceanside, Pacific City, Lincoln City, Depoe Bay, Newport, Waldport, Yachats and Florence. Roundup of Oregon Coast Whale Numbers from Summer 2012 - Numbers from the Whale Watch Center from this summer indicate some up and down sighting patterns throughout the summer, but by and large it's been good. Big Weather Change Coming for Portland, Washington and Coast All that sunshine and pleasant weather around the Portland area, the Willamette Valley and the Oregon coast will be shifting with the winds of change by Friday. Cannon Beach, Seaside, Astoria, Lincoln City, Manzanita, Rockaway Beach, Tillamook, Depoe Bay, Newport, Yachats and Florence Searching for Ghosts on Oregon's Coastline The beaches of Oregon present plenty of opportunity for paranormal exploration Upcoming Highlights at North Oregon Coast's Hoffman Center Include Celtic The little north Oregon coast town of Manzanita has some fascinating features coming up this month and early in November Live and Dead Salmon Sharks Show Up on North Oregon Coast This is the fifth juvenile salmon shark to come ashore in this area in the last two months Intriguing Translucent Find on Oregon Beach a Bit of a Mystery A freaky find of something worm-like on the north Oregon coast has the experts a bit puzzled, but signs are pointing to it being a fairly rare occurrence Major Mushroom Fest Set for Yachats, Central Coast The small central Oregon coast town goes maniacal about the mushroom on October 19 to 21 with the Yachats Mushroom Fest Lincoln City, Oregon Celebrates the Kite with Enormous Flair Kite fliers from around the northwest and beyond will gather at the D River Wayside in Lincoln City on October 13 and 14 More Unusual Beach Access on Central Oregon Coast High sand levels are letting you see incredibly rare sights around Depoe Bay, Yachats and down closer to Florence. Mushroom Fest and Feast on Central Oregon Coast Blossoms in October The small central Oregon coast town goes maniacal about the mushroom on October 19 to 21 with the Yachats Mushroom Fest Oregon's Pacific Ocean Shores Show Remarkable Colors in September It's been an unusually calm and warm September along the Oregon coast, even for the time of year that's known for this Cajoling Weather Conditions Continue on Oregon Beaches They call it the Second Summer on the Oregon coast right now - and it's living up to the name Chasing the Harvest Moon Up the Central Oregon Coast September's full moon is called the Harvest Moon, referring to the fact it's the full moon that comes closest to the first day of fall Unusually High Sand Level Events Continue on Oregon Beaches High sand levels have kept the tide line away from normally-dangerous Maxwell Point and longer than usual Moon Halos Hover Over Central Oregon Coast Some brilliant examples of a moon halo were seen above Depoe Bay and Gleneden Beach in the wee hours of Friday The Glow of Garibaldi, Oregon: Nocturnal Wanderings of Tillamook Bay The little town of Garibaldi has a glow to it after the sun goes down - a host of curious shades and colors that explode all over this north Oregon coast village Oregon Wildlife Officials Report on Coastal Clams, Crabs From crabbing, clamming to checking out tide pools, the news is pretty good along the Oregon coastline, and it will get even better soon Tsunami Debris Adds Glitch to Oregon Beach and River Cleanup The big SOLVE cleanup on Oregon beaches and river recreation areas brought out more than 4,000 volunteers around the entire state this weekend Small Bear Scare on Central Oregon Coast Campground The thieving beast was seen rummaging around in someone's trash and making off with a chunk of food Oregon Coast Whale Numbers for August, Early September The long bouts of calm weather have resulted in not just a flood of tourists on the coast but lots of whales too The Things That Seaside, Oregon Hides After Dusk Even on a cloudy, slightly murky day like Tuesday, there's a lot going on after the sun goes down than many people will ever see or notice Lincoln City, Oregon Motel Flourishes After Rare Beach Tornado A freak storm ripped the roof off in what was determined to be a very rare tornado touchdown on the Oregon coast Newport, Depoe Bay Preview for October You'll love the central Oregon coast towns of Newport and Depoe Bay during this spectacular month Sand Levels Pulling More Surprises on Oregon Coast Sand levels have risen again in spots like Cannon Beach and Arch Cape to reveal some quire rare facets of those beaches Astoria, Oregon Preview: October Scares Up Delightful Events The very northernmost tip of the Oregon coast stays warmer in more ways than one in October Shooting Stars, Other Galactic Fun Above N. Oregon Coast This weekend has proven to be filled with a variety of surprises in nature along the Oregon coast, including a few at night Free Admission to Major Oregon Coast Landmark on Sept 29 The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) at Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area will host a day of special events and waive entrance fees Lincoln City, Oregon: A Quick Exploration Wander this part of the central Oregon coast just briefly and you'll quickly become amazed by the pristine quality of its beaches. October on Oregon Coast: Rockaway Beach, Pacific City, Manzanita, Tillamook A look ahead to events on the north Oregon coast in October, in the Tillamook County towns of Pacific City, Oceanside, Tillamook, Bay City, Garibaldi, Rockaway Beach and Manzanita. Lincoln City, Oregon Events Preview for October: Early Fall Sizzles So much central Oregon coast, so little time. You could accuse Lincoln City, Oregon of being a lot of this pretty problem. Looking Ahead: Cannon Beach, Seaside in October The north Oregon coast doesn’t begin to shut down for the winter season in October. Indeed, this is still part of the warmest time of the year on these beaches October on the Oregon Coast: Florence, Yachats Preview There’s a boatload of fun to be had in the towns of Florence, Yachats and Waldport in October. Oregon Coast Cleanup on Sept 22 Has Added Urgency Because of Tsunami Debris The Fall Beach and Cleanup takes place all over the Oregon coast that day, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., as well as many coastal rivers and inland riverside shores. Special Dinner Cruise on Oregon Coast Benefits Habitats You can help support restoration and conservation efforts on the central Oregon coast and have a great time on a boat with a Yaquina River dinner cruise for the MidCoast Watersheds Council on Sunday, September 16 Unique Visions of a Unique Oregon Lighthouse: Cape Meares Atop the basalt cliff of Cape Meares sits the magnificent lighthouse att only 38 feet tall Sept 22 Event Needs Volunteers to Help Butterflies on Central Oregon Coast A program aims to help an endangered butterfly on the Oregon coast by asking the public to help plant violets near Yachats Astronomy, Equinox Highlights for September in Oregon - Portland, the Coast Oregon and Washington will get an eyeful of the autumnal equinox, Mars, Saturn, Jupiter, the Big Dipper and the moon Fun and Fascinating Changes at Pacific City, Cape Kiwanda This Season At some spots along the Oregon coast some truly remarkable things happened, like beaches around Pacific City, Cannon Beach or Oceanside Weird Fall Weather: Look for Summer on the Coast Through October It's likely the most attractive, enticing time of year on the Oregon coast, with the warmest weather and most tempting conditions Wandering Rockaway Beach: the Sandy Wonder at a Second Glance A longtime Oregon coast vacation spot, one with a history literally going back to the beginning of the last century, Rockaway Beach is seven miles of gorgeous sand and a myriad of wowing wonders Warm Even Hot Weather Streak Coming to Portland, Oregon Coast Highs around 70 degrees, and low winds that could make it feel like around 80 or more on the beaches. Remnants of Doomsday Monster Seen All Around Oregon Coast Massive lava flows once scorched this area,ironically giving rise to much of the diverse beauty we now enjoy - but it's all related to a super volcano that may still end life on Earth Exploring the Central Oregon Coast: Different Ways to Look at Lincoln City A huge variety of other attractions than the sand occupy Lincoln City, but really it's the beaches that are the real star Delights are in the Details at Yachats The sleepy central Oregon coast village of Yachats gets you immediately spellbound with its intricate, rocky shapes Oregon Coast Whale Reports for August Whale sightings continued to be spectacular and rather close to shore in August, according to various witnesses along the central Oregon coast. Two Tsunami Debris Cleanup Days for Oregon Coast in September The Oregon Marine Debris Team has set the Netarts Spit Cleanup for September 8, while the north jetty at Newport will have its debris cleaning party the following day on September 9. Bird Watching Good on Oregon Coast, but Some Species Worry Scientists There is some good news for bird watchers along the Oregon coast, but some bad news as well for some species Arresting Views of Indian Beach, Ecola, at Cannon Beach Cannon Beach's Ecola State Park and its Indian Beach are a major attraction for the Oregon coast, with bundles of hiking, surfing and beachcombing Glimpses of an Oregon Coast Classic: Yaquina Head Lighthouse in Newport The tallest of the lighthouses on the Oregon coast sits in Newport: the Yaquina Head Lighthouse Computer Program Calculates Extinction Level Event on Oregon Coast - or Not Ever wondered what an extinction level event might look like if it started somewhere around the Oregon coast? Nature in Fascinating Form on Beaches Lately A variety of interesting things are going on this summer along the Oregon coast, enough that it's going to surprise many regulars to the region Weekend of Traffic, Lodging Problems for North Oregon Coast With the massive Hood to Coast Relay event happening along Highway 30, Highway 26 and Seaside and Astoria this weekend, ODOT and Oregon State Police are asking the public to watch the roads to the north coast and the northern edge of Highway 101. Constant Killer Views Abound Near Florence Between Yachats and Florence is a 25-mile-long stretch of deserted beaches, niches and sandy or rocky nooks and crannies Extremely Calm Waves Making a Splash on Oregon Coast Recently It's been so mellow some locals on the coast have said the waves are so small it's like a pond.' Romantic Walks and Great Makeout Spots on the Oregon Coast You can't surpass the Oregon coast for the cuddle factor. Masses of Pelicans Reported on Some Parts of N. Oregon Coast Parts of Seaside's shoreline has been seeing some frenzied bird activity – because, in turn, of even more frenzied baitfish activity in the area Cannon Beach Cottage Tour Gives Historical Look at North Coast Town The Cannon Beach History Center and Museum is gearing up for its ninth annual Cottage Tour, Sept 8 and 9 Lincoln City's Road's End Beaches Full of Surprises The Road's End area of Lincoln City is at the very northern edge of town, jutting right up against the headland that often gets mistaken for Cascade Head Oceanside, Oregon: Astounding Examples of Then and Now The one thing that stays the same on the Oregon coast is that it constantly changes Photo Essay: Reflections On - and In - the Oregon Coast Those magical moments when sky, sea and sand meet in really unique ways: when the beach itself hosts the very image of the sky Labor Day Highlights on Oregon Coast That crazed, final weekend of summer means a mad dash for the Oregon coast, and the region is prepared to host the hordes and greet them with a bevy of fun events over the holiday Oregon Coast Whale Sighting Numbers High, Include Humpbacks Whale watching along the coastline has been exceptional in recent weeks, especially during the incredibly calm conditions that were typical of the area More Reasons to Meander Around Manzanita You could literally spend days just bouncing around the beaches and the nooks and crannies of this north Oregon coast town and never get bored September Fun for North Coast: Tillamook, Pacific City, Rockaway, Manzanita Preview September, known as the “Second Summer” on the Oregon coast, is crammed with bundles of things to do in the little towns of Garibaldi, Pacific City, Rockaway Beach, Manzanita, Wheeler and Nehalem. Oregon Coast Part of Excessive Heat Watch The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued an Excessive Heat Watch for the north Oregon coast and the southern Washington coast on Thursday Oregon Coast Explorations: Tiny Garibaldi is Gargantuan in Distractions There is much more to the tiny town of Garibaldi than the gigantic G that overlooks this sleepy north Oregon coast fishing village North Coast in September: Astoria Events Preview Indeed, the elder statesman of the west coast and Oregon, Astoria, has bundles of happenings Photo Postcards from Depoe Bay: Summer on the Central Coast In and around Depoe Bay, the stunning imagery just keeps flowing like a constant incoming tide of tremendous beauty from the Oregon coast Post-Summer Glee in Lincoln City: Oregon Coast September Preview September is the warmest weather along the Oregon coast, and following suit in the pursuit of a good time is Lincoln City North Oregon Coast Early Fall Preview: September in Cannon Beach, Seaside Looking for a kicked-back way to enjoy the famed “Second Summer” on the north Oregon coast? Astounding Sights and Sounds Between Cannon Beach and Manzanita For those intrepid explorers of the Oregon coast it's a goldmine of fantastic sights and discoveries Oregon Coast in September: Yachats, Florence Previews Now comes the sweetest season on the Oregon coast, and Yachats and Florence are no shirkers in adding to the post-summer fun Captivating and Unusual Sights from Central Oregon Coast Visual revelations and discoveries you can make along the Oregon coast, such as one recent photo safari revealed Oregon Coast Officials Clarify Rules, Laws on Seals and Sea Lions The National Marine Fisheries Service has guidelines for what not to do when it comes to approaching seals and sea lions Shooting Stars Make a Growing Show in Oregon Skies The peak of the big meteor showers of the year is just days away, and OMSI will host two viewing parties of the stellar phenomenon on August 12 in the Columbia Gorge and the Oregon coast range Oregon Coast Officials Need Help for Tsunami Debris Mess on Netarts Spit Oregon officials are reporting an unusually large inundation of foam and plastic debris hitting the Netarts Spit, and several agencies are putting out a call for volunteers to help clean up this mess Oregon Coast Whale Sighting Numbers for Early July The Whale Watch Center in Depoe Bay issued a report of whale sightings along the Oregon coast for early July Some Oregon Coast Beaches Seeing Enormously High Sand Levels - Summer always brings higher sand levels to the beaches of Oregon, and this year means some remarkable changes for some parts of the coast. Removal of Oregon Coast Tsunami Dock Remains Steady Workers from Ballard Diving and Salvage made considerable progress on their first day of removing the tsunami dock from a central Oregon coast beach Oregon Officials on Coastal Crabs, Clams and Shellfish Right Now An extensive report was just issued by Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) regarding crabbing, clams and other recreational activities Oregon Coast Picks for the First Week of August A major heatwave is on the way, and that's just the tip of the iceberg for the floodgates of fun happening on the Oregon coast as August begins Central Oregon Coast Surprises Yesterday - and Night Some remarkable minus tides recently, reports of extraordinary whale sightings, and the weather has been nothing but thoroughly cooperative lately on the Oregon coast Details and Delights of an Oregon Landmark: Exploring Rockaway Beach This is the calm and cozy sandy wonder from the Oregon coast, boasting seven miles of soft granules and a kind of 1800's Old West look against an ocean backdrop That Beachy, Forested Wilderness Between Manzanita and Cannon Beach An intricate Oregon coast oasis of the untamed and rugged in between two very civilized worlds NOAA Presence on Oregon Coast Celebrated with Tuna Cook-Off in August It's a combination of small town Americana picnic, but on a bay, and an Iron Chef competition with local tuna. Cavalcade of Unearthly Geologic Delights S. of Yachats Almost smack dab in the very middle of the Oregon coast, where Lincoln County merges imperceptibly into Lane County, there are 25 miles of practically hidden spots that allow you to really get away from it all Major Triathlon on Central Oregon Coast on August 4 Dozens and dozens of athletes compete and race on the Oregon coast along a course that includes swimming, running and biking 'Amazing Race' on Oregon Coast Boasts Heady Challenges On August 11, Newport will not just put on its running shoes with the Second Annual Amazing Race but contestants will put on their thinking caps as well Oregon Coast Team Responds to Dolphin on Washington Beach Marine Mammal Stranding Network responded to a creature a bit out of his element on Monday night: a beached dead dolphin Central Oregon Coast Celebrates Its Part in Ken Kesey Movie Actor Paul Newman and a horde of film industry workers descended on the central Oregon coast towns of Kernville, Siletz, Depoe Bay and Newport for three months in 1970 August Preview: Events in Rockaway Beach, Tillamook, Pacific City, Manzanita, Wheeler The end of summer always puts on a show around the beaches of the Oregon coast, and so do the north coast towns of Pacific City, Rockaway Beach, Tillamook, Manzanita, Garibaldi, Bay City, Wheeler and Oceanside Dynamic Oregon Coast: July's Changes Documented Early summer on these beaches was captured in camera recently and showed some extraordinary dynamics of nature Another Oregon Coast Misunderstanding Goes Viral on Facebook Sometime on Friday, Netarts Grocery posted a particularly wacky photo of an RV stuck in the surf to its Facebook page Interesting Creatures Sighted Along Oregon Coast Recently Possible dolphin sightings, a humpback whale or two, a Fin whale perhaps, a beached shark – all the way down to tiny creatures laying strangely shaped egg An Oregon Coast Treasure: the Stone Shelter at Cape Perpetua Along these hiking paths near Yachats is the famed stone shelter that overlooks a vast vista of ocean and sky Literally a Front Row Seat to the Oregon Coast: Depoe Bay's Rocky Creek Rocky Creek Wayside is essentially a set of cliffs that zig-zag along this part of the central Oregon coast between Newport and Depoe Bay Live Shark Rescued from N. Oregon Coast Beach A Soupfin Shark (Galeorhinus galeus) that was still alive and kicking, and biting Two Weeks Left to View Oregon Coast Tsunami Dock Starting July 31, a Vancouver company will begin dismantling the structure with a tragic origin and state officials are warning that will create some considerable road backups in the area New Way to See North Oregon Coast Lodgings: View Them Under Starlight Staying the night at the Oregon coast is definitely among life's finest pleasures Last Blast of Summer in Newport, Depoe Bay: Event Preview Summer on the central Oregon coast means bundles of activities to engage in Solar Storm Latest: Slim Chance of Northern Lights in Portland, Oregon Coast A series of massive solar activity happening right now may have allowed you to see the Northern Lights in Oregon had the weather decided to cooperate a little better Oregon Officials Need More Volunteers to Patrol, Clean the Coast of Tsunami Debris A call for volunteers is being sent out to the public to not only help clean up the debris but patrol the beaches of Oregon. Oregon Coast's Last Month of Summer: Yachats and Florence Events Indulge in massive doses of summer fun on the central Oregon coast in August Oregon Marine Debris Team Asks for Volunteers to Help Clean Beaches It's a call for volunteers from four major organizations that look out for the Oregon coast – a need for citizens to come out and help patrol and clean up the beaches Central Oregon Coast in August: Lincoln City in Late Summer Lincoln City hosts a variety of outdoor and indoors events that go way beyond its tranquil beaches Oregon Coast August Preview: Cannon Beach, Seaside, Astoria Seaside, Cannon Beach and Astoria continue their summer sizzle with a ton of events in the realms of music, food, art, outdoors and even something for those interested in surfing and history on the Oregon coast Help for Tsunami Debris Cleanup Needed This Weekend on N. Oregon Coast An unusual amount of foam and plastic tsunami debris at the southern end of Pacific City is creating a call to arms of sorts Oregon Coast Picks of the Week: Mid July Cannon Beach, Seaside, Rockaway Beach, Yachats, Newport and Lincoln City all have a massive dose of ways to enjoy yourself on the Oregon coast when you're not on the beaches Oregon Coast Virtual Tour: Secretive Happy Camp and Its Beginnings People often first discover this little place called Happy Camp quite by accident. It's not obvious there's a beach here Oregon Coast in Blue: Summer is Good to Lincoln City This past week has been nothing but stunning on the central Oregon coast. where agreeable temperatures, calm winds and lots of sun seemed to deepen the color of the ocean tenfold. Agate Hunting Surprise on Oregon Coast at Cape Kiwanda Even though it's summer, some prime agate hunting occurred in a few spots around the Oregon coast recently Oregon Coast View to Forever: Top of Cape Perpetua On a clear day you really can see forever up here on the top of Cape Perpetua. Two Days of Oregon Coast Fireworks: the Holiday in Waldport and Yachats If you plan it right sometimes, you can engage in three days of fireworks and Independence Day celebrations along the Oregon coast Strikingly Different Angles on the Oregon Coast Tsunami Dock Such a photo of the dock, in this eerie, darkly spiritual state, is perhaps the only appropriate way to view it Seeing the Oregon Coast from Space and Vice Versa Sometimes, however, even more spectacular is taking in the entire universe from these especially scenic shores Holiday Week a Dose of True Summer Weather for Portland, Oregon Coast The saying around these parts is that summer doesn't really start until the day after July 4, but this time around those pundits will be put in their place Oregon Coast Lodging Openings for Fourth of July Oregon Coast Beach Connection has contacted approximately 1,000 lodgings around the coast and has received only a comparative handful of openings for the holiday N. Oregon Coast Theater Production Has New Take on Princess Tale KALA presents singer/songwriter performance artist Mindy Dillard in an electric one-woman musical storyscape Call 211 for Tsunami Debris on Oregon Beaches; Other Ways to Help State officials have implemented a network of drop-off sites for the unique form of litter and have announced the implementation of a special 211 phone number Oregon Experts Report on Crabbing, Clamming, Minus Tides on the Coast ODFW issued some reports on clamming and crabbing around the beaches Oregon Coast Whale Sighting Numbers for June Include Orcas Since the beginning of the month, there have been at least 60 official whale sightings Oregon Wildlife Officials on Birds and Baby Seals Right Now ODFW recently released statements about the increasing presence of baby seals on the Oregon coast and about bird watching Summer Fun on Oregon Coast with Wildlife Events Near Pacific City The Nestucca Bay National Wildlife Refuge, just south of Pacific City, is opening wide its doors to all kinds of outdoors experiences Reality of Debris Off Oregon Coast: Spotting It Early Not Likely Questions about how to prepare for larger objects are posing a host of problems, and the realities are complex Central Oregon Coast in Otherworldly Colors There is so much more than meets the eye of the usual beholder along the Oregon coast Odd Delights of Oregon Coast Summer They Never Talk About From the Green Flash at Sunset, glowing sand at night, to even shooting stars and a bug-eating plant New Aquarium Creature Makes a Splash on N. Oregon Coast This Red Rock Crab has some remarkably bright colors on his own, but some other creatures have decided to make a moving home out of his exterior Oregon Coast First Day of Summer Ends with Green Flash, Shooting Stars, Glowing Sand The longest day of the year on the Oregon coast did indeed cap itself off with the famed Green Flash at Sunset, then showed off shooting stars, glowing sand and even massive Milky Way floating over the beach World War II Aircraft Rides Now Offered on N. Oregon Coast Tillamook Air Museum now features airplane rides in a few select vintage aircraft on two days per month from now until September Where a Japanese Sub Fired on Oregon: Battery Russell and Fort Stevens It turned out to be a Japanese submarine that had fired at Fort Stevens in the dead of night Summer Solstice in Oregon on Wednesday; Even More Sunlight on Beaches Wednesday, June 20, summer officially begins that day at 4:09 PDT - including here on the Oregon coast. Almost Aerial on the Coast: Wowing Visions from Viewpoints Fantastic for checking out the sights while huddled in the warmth of your car during a storm, but also invaluable for looking for whales Mysteries and Surprises of an Oregon Coast Landmark: the Devil's Punchbowl Every once in a blue moon, that oh-so revered Oregon coast landmark, the Devil's Punchbowl, does something even more extraordinary July and Summer Preview: Depoe Bay, Newport, Oregon There are bundles of activities at the local aquarium, farmer’s markets, belly dancing and a variety of different outdoor bits of fun that will surprise and cajole Fourth of July, Independence Day Fun on the Oregon Coast; Travel Tips Some aren't even held on July 4, allowing you the luxury of extending your firework festivities. Oregon Coast Preview: Summer in the Lincoln City July has a full event roster, with plenty of culinary happenings, music and outdoors fun - including some nifty crabbing how-to's July Coast Summer Preview: Manzanita, Tillamook, Pacific City, Rockaway Beach It’s the middle of summer and Tillamook County knows how to party it up Central Coast Summer: July in Florence, Yachats Florence definitely heats up for mid-summer, as does the ultra-charming burgh of Yachats Cavalcade of Cute on the Coast: Baby Seals on Oregon Beaches The north Oregon coast was the recipient of a few adorable moments this past week, heralding the season of baby seals for these beaches Oregon Officials: Not All Asian Debris on the Coast is from Tsunami In spite of a few rather high-profile and quite large items that have been proven to be from last year's tsunami in Japan, there does not seem to be a provable trend that indicates the Oregon coast is now receiving a deluge of debris Oregon Coast Whale Sighting Stats for May, Early June The Whale Watch Center in Depoe Bay released its notes this week on recent whale sightings and numbers Summer Coast Preview: July in Seaside, Cannon Beach, Astoria As summer kicks into high gear on the north Oregon coast, bundles of possibilities for fun also explode - quite literally Whale Sightings Off Oregon Beaches Stay Somewhat High Sometimes as many as ten a day are being seen on the central Oregon coast, and that's usually a good benchmark for the rest of the region Harmful Species Now a Worry on Oregon Coast The dock torn from Misawa, Japan during the devastating tsunami last year has had a few hitchikers on its way to the Oregon coast this week Misty Moments Above the Oregon Coast: Cape Lookout Trailhead Cape Lookout is the middle promontory of the Three Capes Route, between Oceanside and Pacific Ctiy Oregon Coast Scientists Now Play Waiting Game with Invasive Species Creatures living on it could pose major risks to ecosystems of beaches, bays and the near-shore waters of the Oregon coast Officials Report Whale Sightings Along Oregon Coast Quite Good The Whale Watch Center in Depoe Bay is reporting nice numbers of whale sightings these days - sometimes around ten a day Tsunami Debris Poses Varied Problems for Oregon Coast Is this a sign that the floodgates have opened for the much-discussed tsunami debris arriving here? Is this a harbinger of how big some of the debris will be? Dock on Oregon Coast is from Japanese Tsunami: Dangers Exist A derelict dock found washed ashore on the central Oregon coast has been determined to be from Japan; officials offer warnings Skies in Oregon Allow Photographing of Transit of Venus Weather more or less cooperated in Oregon today for what is the last chance for anyone alive to catch a rather distinctive and impressive solar event: the transit of Venus across the sun More Spectacular Minus Tides for Oregon Coast in June A rather large series of minus tides are happening throughout this month Historic Oregon Coast Journey Re-enactment Calls for Vintage Cars This trek, made by the four men called Pathfinders in 1912, will be re-enacted on July 20 as part of a special historic celebration Intricate Oregon Coast Oddities: Surreal Slabs of Ona Beach Ona Beach is among the strangest beaches on the Oregon coast, smothered in a long line of angular oddities made of basalt Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad Starts Regular Summer Train Rides The sound of an antique steam train and its iconic whistle and puffs of smoke will once more be chugging along the tracks of the north coast N. Oregon Coast Program Calls for Volunteers with Special Session in Cannon Beach Haystack Awareness Program (HRAP) is calling for volunteers to help teach about these delightful creatures and about tide pools Unusual Tourist to North Oregon Coast This one came to spend the night – but spend no money, and it would pay no room tax. This was a baby elephant seal that came to enjoy Oregon coast beaches this time. Marathon on Oregon Coast Brings 900 Runners, Thousands of Spectators Some 900 runners will fill the streets of Newport this weekend, with the 14th annual Newport Marathon on June 2 NASA Astronaut Lands on Oregon Coast, Speaks at Convention The veteran of a long-duration mission aboard the International Space Station will be the featured speaker on June 2 A Half-Circle of Serious Fun: Seal Rock, on the Central Oregon Coast As you first meander down the walkway from the Seal Rock parking lot, you'll initially be greeted by this rather awe-inspiring sight. Distance between Newport, Waldport and Seal Rock Nocturnal Revelations at a Secret Oregon Coast Spot Below, even at night, you can still see the whites of the breakers Oregon Officials Warn Do Not Pick Up Wildlife in Forests, on Coast It's spring, and that means seals are molting, baby seals are resting on the shore and wildlife in coastal forests and especially inland are giving birth to their young Oregon Coast Weather for Holiday Weekend Party sunny on Friday, some rain on Saturday and Sunday, and partly cloudy again on Memorial Day Historic Milestone and Native Culture Celebrated on N. Oregon Coast Two Oregon coast landmarks are having some special happenings - one in Tillamook and the other in Seaside. History Takes Front Seat on North Oregon Coast This Weekend One famous facility turns 75 years old this weekend, and another hosts a discussion of native American art from the north Oregon coast Small Glimpses of Solar Eclipse in Portland and Oregon Coast In the Beaverton area, Oregon Coast Beach Connection staff caught a little bit of the blocked sun, which wound up looking like a crescent moon Yachats, Oregon Coast: Where the Wild Waves Are Even in the calmest of conditions, Yachats puts on a show Oregon Officials on Coastal Crabbing, Clamming ODFW recently issued a report on clamming and crabbing along the Oregon coast – with a mix of good news and bad news Oregon Coast Recreation Report: Birds, Whales, Tides and a Solar Eclipse For those looking for whales, birds, tide pool creatures at low tides and even funky amphibians, the Oregon coast has got some prime viewing possibilities Oregon Coast Early Summer: Pacific City, Tillamook, Rockaway, Garibaldi, Manzanita Those little north Oregon coast towns of Tillamook, Pacific City, Garibaldi, Rockaway Beach, Nehalem and Manzanita know how to start summer right 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
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