Dead
Oregon Coast Seal Illustrates Need to Keep Away The
elephant seal that has been resting for several days near Haystack
Rock in Cannon Beach has passed away
Dog
Fest and Cooking This Weekend on Central Oregon Coast Both
the cooking class and the Mutt Masters Dog Show and Olympics
happen on Saturday
Travel
Warnings, Advice for Oregon Coast Memorial Day Weekend An
unusually detailed survival guide for Memorial Day Weekend on
the Oregon coast, with a quite a few tips you’ve probably
never even imagined
Oregon
Coast Aquarium Hosts Whale of an Author Oregon
Coast Aquarium is teaming up with Writers on the Edge and Mountain
Writers to bring Doug Thompson, author of "Whales: Touching
the Mystery" to Newport
Newport,
Oregon Plans Real Blow-Out for Fourth Newport
began celebrating its 125th anniversary this year, and the final
chapter of the celebration will happen at the town’s Fourth
of July fireworks display.
Memorial
Day Travel Ideas, Warnings, and Advice for Oregon Coast
An unusually detailed survival guide for Memorial
Day Weekend on the Oregon coast, with a quite a few tips you’ve
probably never even imagined
Central
Oregon Coast Town Plans More Explosive Holiday Newport
began celebrating its 125th anniversary this year, and the final
chapter of the celebration will happen at the town’s Fourth
of July fireworks display.
Oregon
Coast Calendar: Newport Events for Summer Summer
heats up in the Oregon coast resort town of Newport
Rockaway
Beach Still an Oregon Coast Hideaway It's
right on the beaten path, right there in front of you, yet it's
still not one of the biggest tourist hotspots
Oregon
Coast Aquarium Has Big Summer Plans The
much-lauded facility casts out a huge net of fun and frivolity
for the summer
Summer
of Fun at Oregon Coast Aquarium The much-lauded
facility casts out a huge net of fun and frivolity for the summer
Stinky
Dead Whale on North Oregon Coast A Somewhat Rare Find A
beaked whale carcass that landed in Cannon Beach had quite a
long ride here
Oregon
Coast Travel: A Long Look at Rockaway Beach It's
still a little bit of a secret, in spite of its seven miles
of pristine sands and being right on the main Oregon coast highway
Oregon
Coast Events: Pacific City, Tillamook, Manzanita, Rockaway
It's a summer full of fun in Tillamook County,
with Pacific City, Rockaway Beach, Manzanita, Nehalem, Tillamook
and Oceanside hopping like crazy
Oregon
Coast Events: Florence, Yachats Summer Calendar A
complete listing of events for Yachats and Florence for spring
and summer
Odd
Times Prepared for at Oregon Coast Aquarium The
44th Annual Sandcastle day Festival takes over the town on June
7
Sandcastle
Contest Fills North Oregon Coast with Thousands The
44th Annual Sandcastle day Festival takes over the town on June
7
Oregon
Coast Aquarium Gets Ready for Exhibit of the Odd It's
called Oddwater, and it will soon be the next big thing at the
Oregon Coast Aquarium.
Oregon
Coast Range Expects Snow This Week It will
mean tourists and travelers will get treated to some more scenic
eye candy along coastal passes like Highway 26, Highway 18 and
Highway 20.
Wine
Flows Freely at North Oregon Coast Festival It's
a day of wine and song in the North Oregon coastal resort town
of Seaside on May 17
Oregon
Coast Tourism Industry Glad Snow Days Are Over Now,
Oregon coast business people are looking back with lots of relief
that spring is finally here and the freak snowstorms have stopped.
Oregon
Coast Events: Florence, Yachats in Spring, Summer A
complete listing of events for Yachats and Florence for spring
and summer
Baby
Seals Start Showing Up on Oregon Coast The
irresistible little ones have begun popping up on Oregon coast
beaches, as birthing season starts up for seals along the shores.
Flight
Attractions Provide Unusual Moments Above Oregon Coast There
are some serious good times waiting above Seaside. That’s
right, not in Seaside as much as above it.
Rare
Visages of the Oregon Coast Some of the best
views on the coast are the hardest to find, and involve the
most rarest of moments.
Oregon
Coast Lodging Surprises: Pacific City, Oceanside, Tierra Del
Mar The places you'll find in sleepy Netarts,
Oceanside, Tierra Del Mar, Neskowin and Pacific City will astound
you
Aerial
Joy Rides Start Again on North Oregon Coast Two
magnificent aerial joy rides await the tourist to the Oregon
coast, both with different, startling angles on fun in the skies.
Don't
Touch Baby Seals, Remind Oregon Coast Officials Officials
on the Oregon coast are getting anxious again as baby seal season
kickstarts right about now.
Oregon
Coast Weekend Travel: Enormous Crab Fest in Astoria The
Astoria Crab and Seafood Festival is held this weekend at the
Clatsop County Fairgrounds
Central
Oregon Coast Festival a Gathering of Dogs and Beer The
Second Annual Brewer’' Memorial Ale Fest has been scheduled
for May 16 - 17 at the Rogue Ales World Headquarters in Newport
Historic
Oregon Coast Finds Get Attention from PBS Detectives History
Detectives are now looking into them, and the public will get
another chance to view them on April 29
Film
Crew on Oregon Coast with Duvall, Theron in Tow The
beaches of the north Oregon coast, parts of Portland and the
Gorge will again get the Hollywood treatment this spring
Oregon
Coast Celebrates Earth Day in Different Ways One,
in Cannon Beach, will have a very real celebration of all things
wild and earthy. The other celebration is a sort of virtual
one.
More
Than 20 Reasons to Oregon Coast It In Spring After
the spring breaks are over, usually after the first weekend
of April, so begins a time of year with a variety of really
different aspects going on.
Earth
Day Celebrations on Oregon Coast Two different
parts of the Oregon coast will celebrate in different ways.
One, in Cannon Beach, will have a very real celebration of all
things wild and earthy.
Quirky
Oregon Coast Winery Announces Year's Festivals
The deliriously delightful and offbeat Nehalem Bay Winery, on
the north Oregon coast, has announced its lineup of festivals
for the coming tourist season
Oregon
Coast Weather 'Gorgeous' for Weekend The
sun is out, spring has sprung on the Oregon coast, and that
season of unusual weather patterns and other natural phenomenon
called the “secret season” seems in full bloom.
Rescued
Oregon Coast Seal Adapts to New Home at SeaWorld A
rescued Guadalupe fur seal that had been in rehabilitation at
the Oregon Coast Aquarium is doing well in her new home at SeaWorld
in San Diego
Oregon
Coast Ghost Forest In Peril By Erosion That Exposed It The
chunk of ghost forest at Neskowin is visible year-round these
days, and it appears it may be in trouble in the future.
Invasive
Species Threaten Oregon Coast in Unexpected Way It's
the citizens of the state of Oregon versus small plants and
creatures known as invasive species
Oregon
Launches Fight Against Invasive Species The
state, various media and other organizations are growing increasingly
concerned about the threat to Oregon and the coast
Dogs
Take Over Oregon Coast Town in May Every
dog has his day, and May 17 ibrings the Mutt Masters dog festival
in the central Oregon coast town of Lincoln City.
Oregon
Coast Mysteries Make for Layered Tourism Experience Mother
Nature can be a serious freak on the Oregon coast, but in a
delightful way
Fun
With Food Classes for the Masses on Oregon Coast Lincoln
City is again energizing the food world with another series
of intriguing classes
Famed
'Secret Season' Descending on Oregon Coast It's
the most neglected time of the year on the coast, yet it probably
has the most interesting and awe-inspiring aspects of any season
Oregon
Coast Brewery Wins Australian Awards The
Pelican Pub and Brewery recently came away with 10 prizes at
the 2008 Australian International Beer Awards Festival
April
Wine and Live Music in Tiny Oregon Coast Town It's
days of wine and song in Yachats throughout the spring, with
a steady schedule of wine tasting events and live rock, reggae
and world music
Oregon
Coast Weather Favors Washington Spring Breakers The
consistent mix of good with rainy conditions is something coastal
locals are trying to emphasize about the area: it's not always
as the weather reports spell it out to be.
North
Oregon Coast Art Scene Has New Additions Seaside
area galleries and stores are undertaking a particularly inviting
first Saturday Art Walk on April 5
Oregon
Travel Tips: Sandy Wonders of the Coast For
most of the tourists to the Oregon Coast, it's the sandy stretches
of beaches that are the big attraction.
Oregon
Coast Cleansing Sees Whale, Weather Buoy and Cancellations
Icy conditions hurt attendance, but cleaners
found a live whale, a weather buoy, a TV, water tanks, burned
furniture and other oddities
Oregon
Coast Cleanup Finds Weather Buoy, Whale and Cancellations
Icy conditions hurt attendance, but cleaners
found a live whale, a weather buoy, a TV, water tanks, burned
furniture and other oddities
Snow
on Oregon Beaches for Spring Break, Roads Fine During the Day
There's still plenty of good news for spring
breakers, however, as not only are conditions fine for driving
during the day, but you’ll likely get to see the rare,
coveted sight of snow on the beaches.
Oregon
Coast Spring Break Lodging Openings The second
week of spring break promises to be a monster, with two states
on vacation and various events
Run
of Killer Whales Coming Soon to Central Oregon Coast Around
April, killer whales approach the area and patrol the central
coast waters, looking for baby gray whales and maybe a few sea
lions or seals to munch on
Week
of Wacky Weather and Waves on Oregon Coast As
snow looms on the horizon for much of Oregon, the Oregon coast
gets prepared for a trace of that as well as looks back at a
run of interesting, wacky weather.
Oregon's
Whale Week Off to Good Start 320 whales were
spotted on Saturday, all along the Oregon coast, from Brookings
to Cape Disappointment, Washington. 316 were spotted Monday.
Lower
Elevations of Oregon and Coast May See Snow This Week With
a decidedly non-spring break spirit, the National Weather Service
is predicting there could be some snow on the Oregon coast and
the coast range this week
Oregon
Coast Aquarium Springs to Life Over the Season Newport's
Oregon Coast Aquarium is buzzing with activity for the next
few months
Whales,
Whales, Whales This Week on Oregon Coast The
complete guide to the big whale watch week - March 22 through
29 - on the Oregon coast
Oregon
Coast Picks for Week One of Spring Break There's
a bundle of stuff happening on the coast this weekend, just
as the main spring break week for most Oregon schools kicks
into gear.
SOLV
Seeks Volunteers for Spring Clean Up of Oregon Coast The
24th annual Great Oregon Spring Beach Cleanup is scheduled for
Saturday, March 29, where thousands of volunteers are needed
to help clean Oregon's beaches
Oregon
Coast Events for the Season: Lincoln City Spring
rushes in like a lion on the central coast, with Lincoln City
bustling with activities for families and grownups.
Spring
Things To Do for Families and Adults on N. Oregon Coast
Seaside and Cannon Beach will go nuts during
the season
Northbound
Whales Already Spotted on Oregon Coast as Whale Week Approaches
March 22 through 29 brings the big whale watch
week for the Oregon coast, as thousands of whales begin making
their way north
Oregon
Coast Cannon Artifacts Open for Public View March 18 Locals
and media can see the cannon at Nehalem Bay State Park, but
other rarities are still viewable on the beaches
Treasures,
Shipwrecks Create Huge Publicity for Oregon Coast It
may be the biggest chunk of press the Oregon coast received
since Keiko the Whale or the New Carissa shipwreck, and it's
helping after the economic damage done by media coverage of
the December storm
N.
Oregon Coast Facility May Have Two Scientific Firsts It
appears the Seaside Aquarium is the first to photograph or even
raise the young of a scarlet king crab
Busy
Tourist Weekend Brought Danger, Deaths to Oregon Coast Sunny
conditions and somewhat deceptively calm seas brought a flood
of visitors to the Oregon coast over the weekend, but with that
came a run of rescues and two fatalities.
Brown
Waves Puzzle North Oregon Coast Visitors A
run of thick brown goo has been causing a buzz on the north
Oregon coast over the busy weekend
Seasons
Bring Railroad and Arts Fun to Oregon Coast May
and the fall months will provide an extra thrill for two kinds
of people: those in love with old railroads and steam engines,
and those with a passion for arts and crafts
New
Claims, Problems for Oregon Coast Artifacts and Oddities
Artifacts recently found on the coast apparently
have a new owner and some exceptionally strange tourist attractions
may be in danger
The
Challenges of Oregon Coast Spring Break One
of life's biggest pleasures is finding a hidden beach spot with
nary a soul around.
Finding
Hidden Oregon Coast Beaches at Spring Break These
beaches are the best for finding yourself completely alone,
even during spring madness.
Oregon
Coast Aquarium Seeks Youth Volunteers Explore
the fascinating world of marine science and share knowledge
as an Aquarium interpreter
Latest
On Oregon Coast Historic, Geological Attractions Artifacts
recently found on the Oregon coast apparently have a new owner
and some exceptionally strange tourist attractions may be in
danger.
Oregon
Coast Science Facility Features Sea Turtle Saturday On
March 15, it's March Sea Turtle Saturday at Newport's Hatfield
Marine Science Center, which presents an in-depth look at the
species which does indeed exist off the Oregon coast
Oregon
Coast Turtle and Octopus Find New Homes Staff
at the Seaside Aquarium gave away the body of a loggerhead turtle
to the Hatfield Marine Science Center last week, and they will
release its resident octopus back into the wild.
Goodbye
Larry Norman: Friend of Mine, Friend of the Coast Christian
rocker Larry Norman - who passed away in Salem, Oregon on February
24 - left a big impression on me.
Cooking
Classes Spice Up Oregon Coast in March
Lincoln City's Pacific Coast Center for Culinary
Arts holds classes on the elegant art of making small plates
and another on entertaining appetizers.
More
Oregon Coast Discoveries: Possible Doom for Ghost Forest
The now-infamous sand erosion of the coast has
resulted in more geologic drama and finds, including possible
threats to an ancient stand of forest
Seaside
May Be Best Prepared Town on Oregon Coast Recently
it's gaining notoriety as one of the best prepared beach communities
on the west coast for tsunamis
Astounding
Oregon Coast Hikes, Killer Views The coming
of spring means hiking to many. And if you're looking for an
astounding view with your hike, the Oregon oast is calling you.
Oregon
Coast Relics Gone in Three Months Without Preservation Methods
The now-famous cannon would fall apart in three
months without current preservation methods, and restoring these
could take as long as two years, officials said.
Crab
and Seafood Festival Crawls Back to Oregon's North Coast
The historic fishing communities of Astoria and
Warrenton again celebrate the incredible bounty of fresh Oregon
seafood this April during the 26th annual Astoria-Warrenton
Crab and Seafood Festival.
Oregon
Coast Seal, Octopus Get New Lease on Life An
endangered seal has a new home in San Diego, while the Hatfield
will release its octopus into the wild to breed
Quick
Facts About Oregon Coast Treasures, Geologic Wonders Much
of the United States is focusing on the Oregon coast at this
time, with various geologic developments and historic objects
popping up left and right.
How
To Find Oregon Coast Odd Discoveries, Artifacts If
you want to play tresure hunter or geology explorer on the coast,
here's a list of places to find the good stuff
The
Science Behind Oregon Coast's Recent Treasures A
big rush of unusual objects, some thousands to millions of years
old, have been appearing on the Oregon coast. Here's why and
how.
Oregon
Coast Labyrinth Maze Gets to Spiritual Center One
church in Lincoln City is bringing the age-old tradition back
with a special Labyrinth walk on February 29 and March 1
Oregon
Coast Sand and Plants Examined in Florence Beach Walk, Lecture
Presentations on beach sand and coastal plants
will happen in Florence on March 4
Buried
Cannons Removed from Oregon Coast Beach Staff
from Oregon Parks and Recreation Department late Tuesday removed
a pair of historic cannons that had been buried on a north Oregon
coast beach
Oregon
Coast Sand Uncovers Ancient Artifacts, Forest and Formations
Two historic cannons from a shipwreck were found,
as well as strange formations that look like something out of
Dr. Suess and forest stumps at least 4,000 years old
Birds
and the Blues Make for Huge Festival on Oregon Coast It's
one gigantic mixture of music and outdoor recreation –
in some very unexpected ways, all happening this weekend.
Wine
Festival on Central Oregon Coast Thanks Sponsors The
Newport Chamber wishes to thank the many sponsors of the festival
that have made the massive event possible.
Winners
Announced in Oregon Coast Wine Competition Newport's
31st Annual Seafood and Wine Festival Commercial Wine Competition
awarded awarded 25 gold Medals, 31 Silver and 43 Bronze.
Three
Secret Views on the Oregon Coast Some of
the best views on the Oregon coast are the hardest to find,
and lurk behind hidden spots or exist only at certain moments
Strange-Colored
Waves on Oregon Coast Not Pollution It's
not pollution. It's not algae. It's not an oil spill from a
shipwreck, nor is it sewage or sludge of some sort. It’s
actually a good thing.
Brown
Goo Making Waves on North Oregon Coast Again The
brown waves at Seaside in recent days are actually a good thing.
But it's spooking visitors to the area and causing them to ask
about it in large numbers every day.
Subtle
Signs of Spring This Week on Oregon Coast It
promises to be a fairly sunny Valentine's Day and three-day
weekend on Oregon's Pacific playground
Newport,
Oregon Gets New Branding Makeover The central
Oregon coast resort town of Newport has a new image, at least
in the marketing sense.
Staggeringly
Cool Ideas for Oregon Coast Romance Be it
the season of Valentine's or be it any time of the year, Oregon's
coastline has essentially cornered the market for cuddle-inducing
possibilities and gushy activities for the hand-holding set
Vacation
Home Agency Expands to North Oregon Coast Oregon
Beach Vacations is getting ready to expand its operation to
include cities all the way up to Astoria.
Ghost
Hunters Say Oregon Winery Haunted According
to some employees and a group of ghost hunters, the Nehalem
Bay Winery, on the north Oregon coast, hosts more than wine
spirits
Pictures
of Oregon Coast Unusual Moments, Oddities They
are the things rarely seen by tourists, even many locals. Those
matchless moments or singular events so off the wall they seem
unreal sometimes.
Nature
Programs Bring Out Best of Oregon Coast Throughout
February and March, as winter slides slowly into spring, the
nature programs pick up on the Oregon coast.
The
Oregon Coast That Whizzes By Regular trips
up and down more than 130 miles of Oregon coast yield sights
that would pop the eyes out of almost any visitor
Oregon
Coast Picks of the Week: Rock, Fossils and Truffles It's
a mixed and wondrous bag of food, rock n roll, strange fossil
finds and some stunning places to stay on the central coast
that will spark the imagination.
Sea
Lion Kisses and Dining w Sharks at Oregon Coast Aquarium
Get kissed by a sea lion during Valentine's Day
sea lion encounters, February 14, and a special “Breakfast
with the Sharks” program on the following President's
Day Weekend
Antique
Week to Dominate Central Oregon Coast Again Lincoln
City’s Antique Week kicks off this week, on February 8,
and runs until February 18, with a bevy of activities all over
town, including appraisals by national TV figure Harry Rinker.
Valentine's
Day Highlights on Oregon Coast The Oregon
coast and the cuddliest of holidays – Valentine’s
Day – were a match made in heaven.
Eagles,
Agates, Sand Movement and Critters on Oregon Coast Beach This
Week
It's been another eventful week on Oregon’s
coast - from Seaside to Newport - with the weather and the waves
causing a variety of changes on the beaches, as well as all
sorts of stuff washing up or being exposed.
Baby
Oregon Coast Whale Died of Blunt Trauma, Say Scientists
The baby gray whale that washed up on the beach
at Seaside almost two weeks ago managed to contribute to science
a bit on January 25, as well as to the education of a group
of youngsters from the north coast town.
Oregon
Coast Wacky Weather, Picks of the Week There's
some tricky weather on tap for the week, which will later likely
yield some surprises on the beaches
Volunteer
Enrollment Now Open at Oregon Coast Aquarium Spring
Volunteer Training gets underway March 11 at the Oregon Coast
Aquarium
Kooky
Creatures Keep Washing Up On Oregon Coast Then
this week, on the central coast, some real curiosities landed
onshore, while in Cannon Beach a freaky fish made a stir recently.
Snowy
Times and Warnings for Coast Range, Oregon Coast It's
been a bit extra white on the coast this weekend, and more is
predicted for the shoreline as well as the coast range routes
to the beach
Festival
of Sweets on N. Oregon Coast Next Weekend It
happens all around town, with numerous businesses in Seaside
getting sweet on the visitor, providing a dazzling array of
delicious delights, which sometimes includes seafood.
Oregon
Coast Travel Tips: The Secretive Nature of Yachats Lodging
Staying the night in this staggeringly scenic
little village on the central Oregon coast has its jaw-dropping
pleasures.
Oregon
Coast Weekly Highlights: Romantic Moonglow, Song and Food
This week find music in Seaside, catch the rising
sun, clear skies and a cool place to stay
Oregon
Coast Picks of the Week: Weather, Song, Romance and Food
There are some other events you should check
out - actually well worth driving out to the coast for by themselves.
Baby
Whale, Baby Seal Wind Up on North Oregon Coast Beach It
was a case of the crusty and the cute on the north Oregon coast
Dolphin
from California Makes Rare Appearance on Oregon Coast Friday,
a northern right whale dolphin was found on a beach in the Cannon
Beach area, the first time this species has ever shown up on
the Oregon coast
Spotting
Dangerous Waves Early on Oregon's Coast They
are sneaker waves of the Oregon coast. the biggest possible
curse to tourism officials in the state, and the scourge of
those too young to be aware of their surroundings or those simply
not paying attention on Oregon's beaches
Sea
Turtles, Whales Spotlighted at Central Oregon Coast Events
One event spotlights sea turtles, and the other
features whales during the spring break whale watch week.
Keys
to Watching for Oregon Coast Sneaker Waves Here's
the weird hidden secret about sneaker waves: you may have a
way to watch out for these deadly monsters of the sea.
Insane
Weather on Tap for Oregon Coast Towns like
Seaside, Cannon Beach, Rockaway Beach, Lincoln City and Newport
will be out in the cold this weekend, but no snow for the beach
towns
Three-Day
Weekend A Stunner on Oregon Coast Stellar
weather is predicted, whale watching will be great and some
weird geologic wonders have popped up
Oregon
Coast History Center Celebrates 60 Years Several
events in April will celebrate decades of preserving the Oregon
coast experience in the Newport area
Buy
Tickets Online to Wine, Seafood Fest on Oregon Coast Tickets
can be now purchased online for the Newport Seafood and Wine
Festival in February
CD
Review: Kids Book Bridges Oregon Coast, Portland 'One
Night in Frogtown' is a massive, impressive collaboration between
an Oregon coast writer/producer, a Portland illustrator and
a host of Portland musicians
Wine
Fest on Oregon Coast Announces E-Tickets The
E-tickets – like the group tickets – will have a
special line at the festival, allowing e-ticket holders to bypass
the normally long lines of those who are waiting to get in.
Oregon
Coast Science Has Its Creepy, Gooey Side Some
outlandish creatures inhabit the beach environment around you,
as well as some freaky facts
Oregon
Coast Shop Features Wine Tasting Each Weekend The
Wine Place, the Yachats wine shop specializing in Oregon vintners,
announces free wine tasting every Saturday in January and February
Oregon
Coast Travel: Legendary Lodgings of Waldport and Seal Rock
South Beach, Waldport and Seal Rock cloister
dozens of mesmerizing places to stay
Wonders
of Earth and Sea on Oregon Coast Can Be Odd, Even Scary
From tiny creatures that look they should come
from space to massive lava flows hundreds of miles long
February
FossilFest Digs Deep Into Oregon Coast February
9 brings the festival of fossils to Newport, with kids activities,
a fossil swap, samples and lectures and more
Oregon
Coast Winery is Haunted, say Ghost Researchers A
group of ghost hunters visited in the fall and believe the Oregon
coast legend has more than wine spirits floating about
Oregon
Coast Earthquake, Weather Turn Out Non-Events A
magnitude 6.4 earthquake occurred off the Oregon coast Wednesday
night, as high winds and rain began pummeling the region
Unusual
and Unpleasant Unearthed by Oregon Coast Surf structures
buried beneath the sand at Newport’s Moolack and Beverly
beaches, which have not yet been exposed this year. They too
are believed to be 4,000 years old.
Ocean
Takes Out Chunk of Central Oregon Coast Cliff Waves
damaged pavement in Newport, tossed up logs in Gearhart and
has caused some erosion
North
Oregon Coast Hosts Cutting Edge Barbershop Festival The
shows will be held Friday and Saturday January 18 - 19 at the
Seaside Convention Center, 4125 1st Ave, Seaside
Huge
Wave Surges on Oregon Coast - Secrets to Watching Them Look
for monster waves to come barreling in at your favorite beach
spot, creating some irresistible photographic moments
Locals:
Storm A 'Visual Symphony,' Good for Oregon Coast Wind
gusts may reach up to 70 mph and it will include enormous surf,
but tourism officials are concerned people will get scared away
A
Week Full of Wild Weather and Storms on Oregon Coast If
you're looking for the first major storm action and drama of
2008, this week will provide plenty of theater
Man
Caught Stealing from Whale Carcass on Oregon Coast Federal
authorities are investigating the situation
Oregon
Coast Winter Calendar: Lincoln City January to March Throughout
January, February and the warming month of March, a variety
of happenings take place throughout the central coast city.
Oregon
Coast Best of Awards for the Year And the
winners are: best of Oregon coast restaurants, lodgings, science,
odd events in nature and stunning moments for 2007
Remarkable
Oregon Coast Moments of 2007 This year it
was a nonstop tour of wacky moments and escapades, with green
flashes at sunset, weird ancient forests, decaying seal corpses
and more.
Oregon
Coast Aquarium Experiences Stellar Year 2007
kicked proverbial behind for the Oregon Coast Aquarium, with
a bevy of bountiful achievements
Whale
Watch Season Starts with a Bang on Oregon Coast The
weather may be cold but the whale viewing will be hot between
Christmas and New Year's Eve, as the Whale Watching Spoken Here”
week kicks into high gear this week.
Oregon
Coast New Year's Eve Lodging Availability You
don't want to just head out to the coast for New Year's Even
and hope to find a place to stay after you’ve partied
like it was 1999. It probably won’t happen.
Small
Dinosaur Winds Up on North Oregon Coast Christmas
Eve brought an unusual and ancient traveler, as a large sea
turtle washed up just north of Seaside, on a beach in Gearhart
Interesting
Beach Finds for Popular Holiday Week on Oregon Coast It's
a time of oddities and delights, such as wild erosion, agates,
ghost forests and crabbing and shellfish surprises, along with
the whales
Holiday
Brings High Surf and Flood Advisories to Oregon Coast It's
going to be a foamy, sudsy and wet Christmas on the coast, as
the National Weather Service has issued a high surf warning
and a flood warning for Monday
Still
Some Misconceptions about Oregon Coast Conditions Things
have been slow on the Oregon coast, even though roads have been
fine since days after the big storm and there are wild stuff
to be found
Oregon
Coast Aquarium Throws out the 'Claws' for the Oddwater Staff
will soon dismantle the Claws exhibit for the Oddwater feature
coming in 08
Special
New Year Dinner at Oregon Coast Castle New
Year's Eve takes an especially glittering turn this year with
another intriguing celebration at a castle on the north coast.
Arch Cape House
Sizzling
Places to Spend Cold Holiday Nights on Oregon Coast The
Oregon coast is a big tradition for countless families, who
check in for a night to often the whole week, enjoying the storms,
whale watch week and even those sunny days
Whale
Sightings on Oregon Coast At Record Levels This Year Sightings
of whales have been smokin’ all year long, and it could
mean a bonanza of whales and their tails for tourists to the
Oregon coastline
Big
Winds, Surf Ready to Wow Oregon Coast A wind
warning is back, but residents are urging visitors to come and
see the madness now
Oregon
Coast New Year's Eve Celebrations: from Classy to Quirky
Whatever you’re looking for: kooky and
off-kilter fun or a cozy, warm send-off to 2007 via a classy
dinner, the Oregon coast provides it somewhere
Winds
a Non-Issue on Oregon Coast, But More Coming Although
this storm carried little punch, the coastal region is bracing
for a series of storms throughout the next week which could
turn out some heavy-handed winds.
The
Really Interesting Oregon Coast Beachy Gift Guide For
those looking for something more than a little different for
a holiday gift, consider the beach bum in your life
Another
Storm Expected to Blow Onto Oregon Coast Sunday A
strong front is causing a high wind watch on the coast, which
could pose problems with trees weakened by the previous storm
Mesmerizing,
Even Kooky Details of the Oregon Coast Sometimes
the smaller wonders can be the most memorable: the details of
the coastline provide some wild surprises
Oregon
Seafood and Wine Fest Announces Early Tickets for Large Groups
Every year, the Newport Seafood and Wine Festival
brings over 17,000 tourists into the central Oregon coast town
Oregon
Coast Seafood-Wine Fest Offers Special Group Tickets Newport's
Seafood Wine Fest happens Feb. 22 - 24, and group tickets are
now on sale
Oregon
Coast Aquarium Feeds Minds with Fun During Winter Break
A variety of events for kids are planned for
the Xmas vacation week
Ten-Mile
Stretch of Oregon Coast Covered in Living, Dead Stuff Thanks
to the storm of last week, there are some curious nuggets of
nature for people to see – not to mention glimpses of
damage of a historical nature.
New
Year's Eve on the Oregon Coast: The Complete Guide The
world of the Oregon coast comes alive with a particular kind
of sparkle and energy, along with the sparkling stuff that flows
freely on this night
Oregon
Coast Tempest Coughs Up Wacky Things on Beaches Catch
glimpses of sand erosion, prehistoric forest stumps and a ten-mile
stretch of ocean debris that filled with all sorts of weird
things, both living and dead.
North
Oregon Coast Town Recovers from Storm Drama There
is a palpable relief present in the normalcy of people heading
to their first Monday morning workday since the end of the north
Oregon coast blackout
Bad
and Good Santa at North Oregon Coast Brewpub It's
"Breakfast with Santa" at the Pelican Pub & Brewery
in Pacific City on December 15, just as the brewpub launches
its new seasonal ale, "Bad Santa."
Spirits
Good on Oregon Coast Despite No Power Coastal
residents are glad to be getting the power on, essentially again
joining civilization, but not everyone was in a bad mood
Wild
Stories Emerge from Oregon Coast Tempest One
woman nearly lost her dog to a gust. Another fell through a
second story floor and broke her ribs. Two people died in the
Nehalem area., and the list goes on
Oregon
Coast Aquarium Encounters Little in Wake of Storm One
thing that was not in the news was the Oregon Coast Aquarium
Whales
Make a Splash on Oregon Coast This Month Something
like 18,000 whales are going to put on a show at the end of
December – and Newport, Oregon will be in the middle of
it all.
Important
Utilities Updates for Oregon Coast Residents, Travelers
An updated list of useful and important information
for those still on the Oregon coast or those considering a trip
there.
Oregon
Coast Slowly Pulls Out of Melee, Some Phones Still Out The
central Oregon coast is mostly back up and running, but the
north coast is still in the dark ages
Oregon
Coast Begins Massive Recovery Effort Oregon
coast residents and tourism businesses are still struggling
with primitive conditions caused by a lack of phone service
and no power
Oregon
Coast Three Capes Virtual Tour - Pacific City, Oceanside, Netarts
on the Oregon Coast Three Capes Loop-related
articles: including Oceanside, Pacific City, Netarts, Cape Lookout
and Cape Meares
Oregon
Coast Damage 'Worse Than Columbus Day Storm' With
gusts over 100 mph, trees down everywhere you look, power out
along almost the entire northern half of the Oregon coast, and
major damage to property, the region is in the middle of what
many consider the worst storm ever
Storm
Slams, Floods Oregon Coast; Power Outages Reported The
worst of the storm hasn't even hit yet and damage and power
outages are reported all over
Esoteric
Holiday Gift Ideas for the Cerebral Music Lover A
guide to interesting music for the lover of tunes just a bit
different
Hurricane-like
Winds, High Surf Warning on Oregon Coast Oregon's
coast will soon bear the brunt of what could be one of the biggest
storms in a decade, with almost hurricane force winds, a high
surf warning and a floodwatch all set to hit this weekend and
Monday
Eating
Up Oregon Coast Beaches There are lots of
edible stuff on the beach, just lying around
Ocean
Issues, Preservation Examined at Oregon Coast Meeting Rocky
shorelines of the Oregon coast will the focus in Florence, December
7 and 8
New
Years Party at a Castle on Oregon Coast New
Year's Eve takes an especially glittering turn this year with
another intriguing celebration at a castle on the north Oregon
coast
Crabbing
on Oregon Coast at its Prime Right Now It's
a season of great oceanic gifts for those who love crabbing
on the Oregon coast
Oregon
Coast Real Estate Battles: Fighting to Get Your Property
Some things you should know before you give up
on buying that bit of real estate you've had in mind
A
Different Holiday Gift Guide: Unique Oregon Coast Goodies
Buying Christmas gifts online can take a decidedly
relaxed turn by turning to the beach
Central
Oregon Coast Calendar: Holiday Events for Yachats, Waldport
and Newport Seasonal happenings all along
the central Oregon coast, throughout winter
Oregon
Coast Storm Watch with a View A variety of
spots on the Oregon coast will give exceptional glimpses to
the wanton waves of the season
November
Turns the Seasons on the Oregon Coast It's
a pivotal turning point in the seasons, a bridge between fall
and winter with aspects all its own
Sun,
Fun and Nice Temps for Vacation Week on Oregon Coast Weather
is predicted to be absolutely perfect for traveling and tourism,
with temps pulling some surprises
Memorable
Novembers on the Oregon Coast When November
rolls around, it always bring me back to some of the more eventful
times I've had goofing around the coast
Beach
Safety a Concern on Busy Oregon Holiday Weekend State
Parks says 10 foot high tides may pose a danger during calm
conditions
High
Tide Alert On Oregon Coast This Week Oregon
State Parks says keep an eye out for sneaker waves, even though
the waves may be flat and calm
Oregon
Coast Lodging Availability for Holiday Weekend It's
one of the busiest weekends of the year, but there are still
lodgings available
Small
Oregon Town Celebrates 'Festivus' Seaside
is going Seinfeldian this year with a week of extra hours of
shopping, and no airing of grievances
Gift
Fair Rings in the Holidays at Oregon Coast Town Seaside's
Holiday Gift Fair happens November 23 - 25
Central
Oregon Coast Bay Gets Festive with Light Show The
Lighted Boat Parade fills Yaquina Bay with wonder on December
1
Restaurants
Open for Thanksgiving on Oregon Coast Masses
of hungry hordes will descend on those coastal restaurants that
are open
Newport
Makes a Splash for Oregon's Whale Watch Week Somethinng
like 18,000 whales will put on a show in December
Something
About the Oregon Coast on Thanksgiving Over
the river and through the woods to the coast is where many are
going, and for good reason
Thanksgiving
Specials on Oregon Coast The
holiday means some interesting ways to celebrate on the coast,
and a list of lodging availability
Colored
Waves on Oregon Beaches Cause Confusion The
north Oregon coast is the recipient of dark brown waves that
have caused bewilderment among visitors
Storm,
Trees Damage Oregon Coast But Create Interesting Show Winds
have died down but the surf warning is still there; numerous
downed trees and outages
Big
Waves, Surf to Batter Oregon Coast Monday The
National Weather Service has issued a high wind warning and
a high surf advisory, meaning spectacular but dangerous conditions
Those
Trippy 'Magic Rock' Beaches of the Oregon Coast A
weird delight for tourists and locals alike, it's a puzzling,
esoteric noise created by stones moving and crackling in the
tide
The
Truth About Oregon Coast Winter Weather Storms
and pouring rain certainly are more frequent, but you're in
for a load of surprises about what else happens
Sneaker
Waves Mar Oregon Coast Stormwatching Experience The
most action-packed season requires the most caution
North
Oregon Coast Town Hosts Colorful Wine Walk Seaside's
downtown Wine Walk happens November 17, with many wineries offering
samplings of their creations
Oregon
Coast Events Calendar: Holidays in Seaside, Cannon Beach
The season gets off to a ringing start on the
north Oregon coast
A
Sea Of Holiday Lights at Oregon Coast Aquarium The
aquarium will host its 15th annual holiday event on Nov. 30
and Dec. 1
Oregon
Coast Calendar: Events for Pacific City, Tillamook, Rockaway
and Nehalem Bay Happenings all along Tillamook
County from November until the end of December
National
Weather Service Predictions: What It Means for Oregon's Coast
It could mean more stormy weather and interesting
beachcombing, but forecasters aren't yet sure. It will mean
more rain, however.
Storms
Probably Don't Affect Whales, Says Oregon Coast Expert Recent
storms may have chased them away, but it's not the norm
Sun
and Fun To Remain on Oregon Coast The last
week has been calm and gorgeous, and these conditions are expected
to remain
Cute
Seals Seal the Deal at Oregon Coast Tourist Attraction These
cuties run the show at the Seaside Aquarium, with different
personalities and different ways of begging for goodies
North
Oregon Coast Ghost Tales It's here where
the pioneer spirit took hold first, resulting in a long heritage
of weird tales and spooky stories
Weekends
of Wine and Song in Central Oregon Coast Town A
combination of wine tastings and live music just down the street
makes Yachats the hub of activity on weekends
Oregon
Coast Aquarium Halloween Event Again Breaks Record It's
annual Halloween broke the attendance record and brought in
3,375 pounds of food
This
Weekend Filled with Festival Fun in North Oregon Coast Town
Cannon Beach hosts its Stormy Weather Arts Festival
Nov. 2 - 4
Famed
Quilts, Oregon Coast Preservation in Cannon Beach World-famous
quilts and a lecture on preserving local historical buildings
are on the plate at the history center
Oregon
Coast Brewpub Wins Big at American Beer Fest Pacific
City's Pelican Pub n Brewery won top honors over this month
at the 26th annual Great American Beer Festival
Major
Feast Lights Up Oregon Coast Town More than
a dozen chefs conspire to create magic with Newport's social
event of the year, Oyster Cloyster
Small
Coastal Town Big on Paranormal Legends One
place on the north Oregon coast has a bevy of strange coincidences,
as well as ghost tales
Storms
Dump Wild Stuff, Rarities on Oregon Beaches It's
a beachcombers paradise right now, with large fish, jellyfish
and quite possibly agates littering the beaches
Travel
News: San Diego Gets Ready for Whale Watch Months From
December through March, visitors to San Diego have the unique
opportunity to witness one of nature's most extraordinary events
Oregon
Coastal Town Has New Take on Glass Floats The
Oregon Glass Float Giveaway starts in Newport, with some beachy
real delights
The
Dark Side of Oregon's Coastal Lighthouses Four
of the five lights on the upper half of the coast have weird
legends, and even stranger facts
Another
Crazed Romp Through a Myriad of Oregon Coast Bars More
odd tales from up and down the coastline, a place where David
Lynch had to have been inspired by -
part 2 of the Bizarre Bar Tales of the Coast story
Spooky
Discoveries on the Central Oregon Coast Sometimes
researching the ghosty tales can yield its own skeletons
Oregon
Coast Storm Brings Wild Sights, More Warnings Birds
struggled in the wind, waves were big, and there's still other
oddities coming like lightning and a warning for funnel clouds
Surf
Contest Makes Waves on Central Oregon Coast The
Either Or Surfing Team Cup was a kick in the pants, say participants
Large
Predator - Probably Shark - Roaming Off Oregon Coast
Two shark attacks have injured a sea lion and killed a harbor
seal in a spectacular way
Oregon
Coast X-Files: The Beginning The search for
weird tales of the coast begins with a strange moment in Neskowin
Two
Shark Attacks Discovered on North Oregon Coast Two
mammals have been found, wounded or killed by what appear to
be a great white shark
Central
Oregon Coast Town Celebrates 125 Years Various
events in October celebrate the 125th anniversary of Newport
Oregon
Coast Seal Likely Chomped on by Great White Shark The
seal that washed up on Seaside Friday had a gaping, nearly two-foot
hole in its back, likely from a shark
Oregon
Coast Winery Owner Makes a Difference in Cambodia Ray
Shackelford has given money and strategies to help one small
village make itself better
A
Month of the Paranormal and Strange on Oregon Coast Over
the next two and a half weeks, look for a host of deeper digging
articles on ghosts, the wierd, wild and out of this world on
the coast
OPB
Digs Into Oregon Coast Aquarium and Its Weird Fish Oregon
Field Guide will air an episode on the aquarium's hatching of
baby wolf-eels on Oct. 18
Bizarre
Bar Tales of the Oregon Coast, Part 1 After
the sun slides down below the horizon, it's when this region
shows its true colors
It's
the Oregon Coast Storm That Wasn't Locals
shrugged at the predictions, but it turns out it wasn't going
to be the first storm of the season anyway
Oregon
Coast Welcomes First Storm of the Season A
high wind watch has been issued, but coastal locals are largely
yawning about the first storm of the season
Ghoulish
Family Fun at North Oregon Coast Halloween Festival Seaside's
Halloween Happenin's takes place Oct. 28-31, and features a
parade of costumed pets
Oregon
Coast Microbrews Paired with Continental Cuisine Pelican
Pub in Pacific City features its fall dinner on Oct. 21, featuring
food paired with crafted beers
Arts
Festival Brings Thousands to North Oregon Coast Town The
20th Annual Stormy Weather Arts Festival will fill Cannon Beach
with as many as 10,000 people on Nov. 2 - 4
Ghosts,
Pirates to Haunt Oregon Coast Aquarium Creatures
of the Night is its annual freakshow event, happening Oct. 27
Wild,
Wet Weather Fun on the Oregon Coast The key
is finding beaches close to civilization, great drives or viewpoints.
But that's just the beginning
Pristine
Quality of Oregon Coast and Beach Bill Celebrated at Meeting
Oregon Shores Conservation Coalition hold its
meeting on Oct. 13 in Newport, with some fascinating lectures
Coast
to Coast: Comparing Oregon Beaches to Other Shores There's
a lot of interesting stuff to be learned and observed from the
beaches of elsewhere.
Comparing
Oregon's Coast to Other Shorelines From
temperature, more public beaches, litter problems to traversable
sands, local travelers offer some insights
One
Week of Oregon Coast Waves, Whales and Other Wonders This
particular week in spring showed the coast on its best behavior,
with an abundance of surprises in nature and weather
Quirky
Oregon Coast Festival Mushrooms in Tiny Village The
Yachats Village Mushroom Festival sprouts up all over town on
October 19 - 21
Locals
Tout Second Summer Season on Oregon Coast Summer
doesn't end here, and in fact it there are plenty of weather
surprises on the way
History
Center Celebrates 125 Years of Central Oregon Coast Town
Newport's 125th birthday means some intriguing
historical fun at the Burrows House
Strange,
Freaky and Funny: Ghosts of Oregon Coast's Past Truth
is stranger than fiction, especially when it comes to the odd
history and science on these shores
Oregon
Coast Aquarium Reaches Educational Arm Out to Rest of State
An outreach program brings aquarium educators
to the landlubbers around Oregon
Sci-Fi
and Fantasy Author Visits Central Oregon Coast Ursula
K. LeGuin will appear at the Hatfield in Newport on October
13
Lodging
Deals Erupt Along with Seasonal Colors on Oregon Coast From
Cannon Beach to Yachats, things are getting enticing in the
realm of places to stay
Pooches
and Pups Swarm North Oregon Coast Town in October Cannon
Beach's Dog Show on the Beach happens Oct. 20
The
Weird, Paranormal Oregon Coast It’s
a place full of atmosphere and hidden legends, the kind of conditions
set to intrigue and spark the imagination into flights of fancy,
in the same way Lovecraft was inspired
Oregon
Coast Fall Calendar: Lincoln City Events for the Season
Lincoln City is probably the most buzzing of
all Oregon coast towns, and it's not slowing down in fall
Oregon
Coast Calendar: Newport Events, Oct - Nov
Fall means a load of interesting events and fun
in the central Oregon coast town of Newport
Oregon
Coast Aquarium Whoops It Up with Otters Sea
Otter Week comes Sept. 23 - 29
Shark-Wounded
Sea Lion on North Oregon Coast Disappears One
flipper has been ripped off by a shark, and it needs time to
heal, as well as distance from humans
Sea
Lion Attacked on North Oregon Coast It was
apparently maimed by a shark, and is recovering on a beach that
is being kept secret
Oregon
Coast Attraction Tells a Frightening Geologic Story The
cliffs of Cape Meares are a cross section of the Earth, showing
layers of geologic activity over millions of years
Weather
Good for Oregon Coast Cleanup, but High Sand Covers Trash
Today's event brought in 30 tons of trash, but
sand levels covered a lot of junk
Oregon
Coast Aquarium Features Special Photo Exhibit The
photography of coastal landscape artist Scott Blackman is on
display
Talks
On Oregon Coast Paranormal Legends Given in Newport, Seaside
BeachConnection.net's editor will give the wacky
lectures on Oct. 27 and 29
Oregon
Coast Full with Tourists Running From Heat, Taking Up Rooms
Traffic is insane at times, and most lodgings
are already booked up until Wed - featuring a listing of availability
Small
Heatwave Comes to Oregon Coast Temps will
be in the low 80's, possibly higher, for the next few days,
making for tropical conditions or a great place to hide from
the valley's 90 degree temps
Culinary
Arts Classes on Central Oregon Coast for Fall Learn
about the ancient art of making paella and about making seafood
soup from the experts
Delights
Abound in Newport Lodgings - on Central Oregon Coast A
variety of hotels, vacation rentals and tiny motels filled with
charm grace this part of the coast
Decomposed
Whale Beaches on Oregon Coast, Officials Puzzle Over Sharks
Baby sharks, a badly decomposed porpoise, a baby
seal and a horribly decayed whale have all washed up in the
last few days, while the spate of so many dead sharks has experts
puzzled
Days
of Wine, Song and Coffee on Oregon Coast Wine
tasting, a music festival celebrating a neighborhood , and a
coffee tasting event that is a lot like wine tasting in Yachats,
Lincoln City and Seaside
20
Monster Reasons to See the Oregon Coast in Fall Things
don't slow down for a while, with the best weather of the year
and the holidays then around the corner
Oregon
Coast Real Estate Watch: Condos Continue to Change Seaside
The stunning Seaview Condominiums at the Prom
is a soaring oceanfront property with enormous units still available
– including one 2,300-sqare-foot townhome
Wild
Skies and Beaches this Weekend on Oregon Coast The
Aurigid meteor shower promises extraordinary sights, but there
are also baby sharks washing up, glowing sand, an ocean burp,
and maybe anchovies flying out of the water
Lunar
Eclipse Wows on Oregon Coast Photos by Tiffany
Boothe of the Seaside Aquarium show some incredible moments,
made much more spectacular by the atmospheric coast
Unusually
High Number of Sharks Wash Up on N. Oregon Coast Four
salmon sharks and four soupfin sharks have drifted in with the
tides, puzzling coastal officials
Volunteer
Training Begins Soon at Oregon Coast Aquarium Volunteers
are asked to become a part of the aquarium, and training starts
Sept. 15
Quaint
Motel Gives Glimpse Into Oregon Coast Treasures, Past Whistling
Winds in Lincoln City has quite a hilarious, even seedy history
ODOT
Warns Motorists of Runners; North Coast Says 'Come Back Later'
Some in Seaside are begging regular visitors
to come another weekend, when things are less insane
Weekend
Car Show on Central Oregon Coast Features 'Art on Wheels'
Oregon Coast Aquarium is hosting the Labor Day
Weekend Car Show, Sept 1 and 2
