Local Ocean Seafoods, operated by Laura Anderson is my favorite place for seafood both at the fish counter and as a meal in the restaurant. You may have caught a previous blog post on this site. If not here is an overview. This is a terrific location at which one can enjoy some of [...]
Two young female sea lions are nearing the end of their rehabilitation at the Oregon Coast Aquarium and are almost ready to join the penniped display where they will be well cared for and can interact with others of the species. Both of these youngsters were saved from a slow death in the ocean due [...]
A top favorite of visitors and locals alike is Panache at 2nd and Coast Streets in Nye Beach Newport. This thoughtfully restored 1919 house is a visual treat – not to mention the “Northwest Cuisine with a Twist”. This delightful menu is created by Chef Tom and wife Linda and serves up local Northwest [...]
The Fall Kite Festival returns this weekend, October 10th & 11th. This is Lincoln City’s “original” kite festival — it’s 31st to be exact! Come observe demonstrations by expert fliers, let the kids learn how to make their own kites, watch the Running of the Bols, and more. Activities are held at the D-River State [...]
One of the many exceptional experiences I enjoy as a Coastal resident is watching flights of brown pelicans fishing our inshore coastal waters. When perched on jetties or rocky headlands these birds seem most ungainly. Then a magic transformation occurs as they take to the air over surf and bays in search of [...]
Well, it’s not surprising that this out of use term “wag” doesn’t ring any bells. It really does not mean a loquacious person. In Newport this weekend, July 10,11 & 12 at the Newport Middle School is one of the most delightful experiences dog lovers could possibly imagine. www.wagagilitygroup.org (WAG) is sponsoring an agility event [...]
One of the wonders of the Oregon Coast are our State Parks. How would you like to live within easy reach of this gorgeous natural landmark? Check out this spectacular Windermere listing in Otter Rock. Nearby is one of the prime tide pool sites on the Oregon Coast. The Otter Rock Marine Garden is not [...]
Whale watching on the Oregon Coast is a popular and informative pastime. Twice a year a migration of Gray whales passes by our shores en route from Summer feeding grounds in Arctic seas to breeding grounds off Baja California. The Southward migration peaks between Christmas and New Years while the Northern migration occurs in mid [...]
Completed in 1936 as one of a series of coastal bridges designed by Conde McCullough, this beautiful bridge is one of the most photographed structures in the Country. Opening this bridge was a major step in linking the coastal communities along Highway 101 from Astoria in the North to Brookings in the South. Prior to [...]
As a charter member, I can’t remember a time that I haven’t been fascinated and enthralled by the Oregon Coast Aquarium in Newport. Each time I stop in (about once a month) I learn something new, find a new exhibit, or see and learn about a new creature. One of my favorite stops is Keiko’s [...]
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