Oregon Coast Science, Nature, Science of Pacific Ocean

This Weekend's Aurora Displayed Some Rarities Mostly to Central Oregon Coast
What could be light pillars, the STEVE effect and a rare red glow. Weather, astronomy. Seattle, Portland, Washington, Bend, Salem

Two More Whales Wash Up on Washington Coast This Week: One a Rarity
One a Baird's beaked whale the other the 11th gray whale in a month. Marine sciences, Ocean Shores, Moclips

Pacific Fishery Management Settles on 2026 Oregon Coast Salmon Seasons, Keepi...
Some of the guidance keeps whale food sources in consideration. Marine sciences

Another Gray Whale Washes Up on Oregon Coast, at Seaside: Early Observations,...
The sixth in the NW in three weeks; early indications suggest it may have been undernourished. Marine sciences

Now Begins the 'Season of Satellites' Above Oregon, Washington: Summer's Surr...
Not even counting meteors, these satellite trains can create wild colors and streaks in the sky. Astronomy, weather. Brookings events, Gold Beach events, Port Orford events, Coos Bay events, Bandon events, Florence events, Yachats events, Newport events, Lincoln City events, Rockaway Beach events, Manzanita events, Cannon Beach events, Seaside events, Astoria events

Another Dead Whale Stranding, This Time Near Yachats on Central Oregon Coast
Reports differ on whether it was alive at first; scientists are examining the carcass. Marine sciences

After Going Where No One Has Gone Before, Artemis Splashes Down Today: See Ga...
Plans remain for the spacecraft to land near San Diego around 5 p.m. Astronomy, sciences

'Secret Season' on Oregon Coast: April and May's Unique Aspects
Whales, the most photogenic skies of the year, wild foam and minus tides. Weather, marine sciences, travel tips, traffic

More Odd Washington Coast Whale News: Another Seen Inland, Some Necropsy Results
Preliminary findings from the Willapa River whale as another moves inland today. Marine sciences

Finalized Report on Euthanized Oregon Coast Whale in Nov: Many Diseases
The whale at Yachats in November had a multitude of chronic conditions which were killing it. Marine sciences

Washington Coast Dealing with Three Dead Gray Whales and How They Died
Two bodies stranded at Ocean Shores, one swam upriver and died. Marine sciences

Run of Unusual Animal Deaths on Washington Coast: Whale Swims Up River, Skinn...
Grisly series of canine deaths, two whale strandings, another gray whale swims upriver then dies. Crime, marine sciences

Orion Spacecraft Photo of Earth Catches a Distinctive, Surprise Little Glow
Something ethereal above us; unique observations of moon already. Astronomy

Oregon Coast / Washington Coast Videos: News, Reviews, Beach Finds, Hotel Ins...
Videos and reels from Oregon coast / Washington coast: what's happening

Washington Coast Okays A Week of Clam Digs Starting Today at Long Beach, Copa...
Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis, and Mocrocks through April 7. Washington coast events, sciences

Yet Another Great Fireball Above Oregon / Washington - And Why So Many Lately
At 8:36 Sat night, with a bright orange. Also, why so many fireballs recently. Astronomy, sciences, weather

Newport's Hatfield Marine Science Day Brings Oregon Coast Up Close and Personal
April 11 is the annual scientific play day. Newport events

Deceased Whale on Oregon Coast: Scientists May Already Have Clue in Cause of ...
Gray whale in Florence may be connected to 'skinny whales' issue of decade. Marine sciences

Two Fireballs Hit West Coast Skies in Oregon, Washington, California - Captur...
One at 8:19 pm, second at 6:06 am. Astronomy, weather

When Oregon Coast Whales Spout Rainbows - Yes, It's a Thing
The one thing whales off Oregon and Washington have in common with unicorns. Marine sciences

45th Parallel Strikes Right Through Central Oregon Coast - Lincoln City Celeb...
April 4 celebration for signage and markers at NW 44th. Sciences

Adorable Chicks Being Born on Oregon Coast Means Some Beach Restrictions
On a handful of beaches, mostly on the south coast. Marine sciences

Whale Watch Week is About to Spring on the Oregon Coast, March 21 - 29
Trained volunteers and park rangers will staff 15 designated viewpoints. Marine sciences. Brookings events, Gold Beach events, Port Orford events, Coos Bay events, Bandon events, Florence events, Yachats events, Newport events, Lincoln City events, Rockaway Beach events, Manzanita events, Cannon Beach events, Seaside events, Astoria events

Velella Velella Hit the Oregon Coast and Washington - But Something is Different
Many of the creatures are smaller than usual, indicating unusual conditions offshore. Marine sciences

Oregon State Police Fish and Wildlife Seek Help Finding Bull Elk Poachers
Cash awards are offered for information leading to arrests in this Prineville-area case. Sciences, eastern Oregon

Portland Event a Fundraiser to Bring Sea Otter Back to Oregon Coast
The Oregon Otter Beer Festival at OMSI takes place April 11 to support restoration efforts. Portland events, Pacific City events, Lincoln City events, Depoe Bay events, Newport events, Manzanita events, Cannon Beach events. marine sciences

More Changes Coming to Oregon State Parks Rates, Rules, Special Access Passes
Updates include camping reservation policies and special access passes; drone rule changes postponed. Sciences

'Blood Moon' Eclipse Hits Skies of Oregon, Washington, Coast on March 3
March 3 just after midnight with totality at 3 a.m. Astronomy, weather

Oregon Coast Authorities Monitor Sea Lion with Rubber Band Around Its Neck
Newport: Considered a chronic but not immediately life-threatening injury. Marine sciences

Port Orford's Winter Waters Fest Returns Feb 27 - 28 with Oregon Coast Seafoo...
Second annual celebration of seaweed, sustainable seafood, and yummy stuff. Port Orford events, south coast events

Animal Cruelty Petition Could End Up Banning Most Hunting and Fishing in Oregon
PEACE Act / IP28 could affect the meat industry, farms; but group says need to strengthen laws. Marine Sciences

Elusive, Ethereal Zodiacal Light a Possibility Above Oregon, Washington, Coas...
Weird cone of light in the west just after dark. Astronomy, weather

Ghost-Like Trees on Central Oregon Coast Somehow Upright in Sand - and Geolog...
It's a bit mysterious how they're still there in sand. Sciences

Slightly Rare: Fin Whale Washes Up on N. Oregon Coast - and They Knew It Was ...
Only 3 others have washed up since 2002; this one near Seaside, Gearhart. Video. Marine sciences

New and Old Pals in Lincoln City As Feb Unveils Different Features for Oregon...
Food truck gets a building, a new park, Lincoln City events, vintage shop digital tour, more. Lincoln City's annual Retro Expo returns Feb. 6 - 16, Winter Waters dining series, Natural Arts 'n Science on Feb. 19, Finders Keepers

ODFW Implements Changes Aimed at Cutting Chances of Whale Entanglement Off Or...
Late season rules for commercial crabbing now a month earlier. Marine sciences

Last Night's Aurora Shots from Oregon Coast
A strong storm seen from Newport, Bandon, Port Angeles, Florence, Pacific City, Cannon Beach and more. Astronomy. Sciences

Aurora Borealis Updates: Oregon, Coast, Washington: Latest on Storm
Space weather, sciences: strongest has passed but still good chances dusk through AM. Astronomy

Rather Large Magnitude 6.0 Quake Off South Oregon Coast, No Tsunami Threat
Happaning about 7:30 p.m. almost 200 miles from Bandon. Marine sciences

Mussel Harvesting Reopened on South Oregon Coast
It had been closed from Port Orford southward because of biotoxins. Marine sciences

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Freaky Cool Astronomy: Earth Just Reached Its Highest Speed of Year and Close...
A few surprises about winter, including why it's short. Sciences

Comet 31/Atlas Caught By Portland, Oregon Man On Its Way Out
Snapped by a Portlander as it zips out of the solar system. Astronomy, sciences

Oregon Coast This Week: Grisly 'Globster' Stuck in Devil's Punchbowl, Rescue ...
A whale carcass is floating around Devil's Punchbowl; an injured hiker was rescued at Bayocean. Marine sciences

The Opposite of an Exploding Whale: Oregon Coast History of 'Zombie Whales'
1952: whale would not stay buried. Was it finally entombed in cement. Marine sciences

South Oregon Coast First Day Hikes: Nature's Workout in Bandon, Coos Bay, Ree...
Hike near lighthouses or along the sands. Bandon events, Coos Bay events, Reedsport events, Florence events, Florence event, Port Orford events

Final Third of Oregon Coast Given Okay to Start Commercial Crabbing
Majority of the coast began crabbing last week. Marine sciences

Lassoing a Wayward Sea Lion Just Part of the Gig for Oregon Coast Deputies
Sea lion wandering near Newport / South Beach streets got some interesting looks. Marine sciences

Oregon Coast's Crabbing Fleet Heads Out with Whale Entanglement Advisory
Environmental groups petition ODFW for greater whale safety measures. Marine sciences

Geminid Meteor Showers, Comet Atlas 31 This Week Above Oregon, Washington
Geminids peak Dec 12, 13; comet closest to Earth Dec 19. Astronomy, weather

Atmospheric River Across Oregon, Washington - Chances of Flooding Seattle to ...
Flood watch for much of PNW, rain through Fri. Aurora Borealis possible. Weather, astronomy

Commercial Crabbing Cleared for December 16 Opening on Majority of Oregon Coast
Over two-thirds of the coast reopens: the rest hopefully Dec 31. Sciences

Reports of Bird Flu in Washington, Oregon Include Coastlines: States Issue Ad...
One large-scale report from Long Beach still to be determined. Marine sciences

This Super Full Moon is Called the Cold Moon: What It Means for Oregon / Wash...
The Cold Moon for obvious reasons, but it's bigger than normal. Weather, astronomy

Oregon / Washington King Tides Misconceptions: Not Always a Supermoon Involved
Not the same as high wave events, don't always include a supermoon. Astronomy

Free Fishing, Crabbing and Clamming in Oregon Nov. 28 - 29, Including the Coast
An outdoorsy tradition for decades now. Events, sciences

Weird Brown Sludge on Oregon Coast / Washington: Turns Out It's a Good Thing
That brown stuff? It's all natural and signs of a healthy ocean. Seaside, Marine sciences

Mussel Gathering Closed Again on S. Oregon Coast After Biotoxins Found
Paralytic shellfish toxin found Cape Blanco to Brookings. Marine sciences

Investigation of Young Whale Incident on Oregon Coast Already Makes New Finds
Commercial crabbing gear was a part after all, among other findings. Marine sciences