By Butch Freedman The seal pup stared straight at us today. It appeared to be smiling, as it coasted with the current down the shoreline. The day before when Stacy and I…
Author: Butch Freedman
I'm a former biologist, current designer, author, and AI and technology enthusiast. Having worked for independent, small newspapers in Oregon since 2012 including the Portland Mercury, the Cannon Beach Gazette, the Seaside Signal, the Hip Fish, and more. I hold a BS degree in watershed restoration science and policy, and a MS in Administration and Management. Please email me with questions, I promise I don't bite!
Neskowin Historical Foundation to present on “A Book of Found Photos” June 5 at Tillamook County Pioneer, Free Presentation, Registration Required Museum
First Neskowin was a fishing settlement. Then a farming and camping area. And now, a vibrant community on the rural Oregon Coast. This evolution of Neskowin is captured through historic photos in…
NORTH COAST COMMUNITIES FOR WATERSHED PROTECTION: “Free to Grow” Film Event June 4th at Bay City Arts Center
Is your drinking water safe? UPCOMING EVENT – On Thursday, June 4th, Old Grove Films, Beyond Toxics, and North Coast Communities for Watershed Protection collaborate on an event presenting a screening of…
NORTH COAST COMMUNITIES FOR WATERSHED PROTECTION MONTHLY MEETING TUESDAY MAY 26 AT 6PM IN ROCKAWAY BEACH
Is your drinking water safe? This Tuesday come join us for North Coast Communities for Watershed Protection project updates and to meet with fellow citizens who are concerned about pesticide spraying in…
HELP! United Paws Seeks Foster Volunteers
United Paws always needs foster volunteers. This is how we have helped thousands of kittens and cats get a second chance. For more than 20 years, United Paws has depended on compassionate Volunteer Fosters…
BUTCH’S BLOG: Tourism and its Discontents
By Butch Freedman I used to love summer time, the long sunny days wearing nothing but a tee shirt and shorts, grilling hamburgers, playing in the surf. Now, I have to admit,…
NORTH COAST COMMUNITIES FOR WATERSHED PROTECTION MONTHLY MEETING TUESDAY MAY 26 AT 6PM, ROCKAWAY BEACH
Is your drinking water safe? Join us for North Coast Communities for Watershed Protection project updates and to meet with fellow citizens who are concerned about pesticide spraying in watersheds and in…
BUTCH’S BLOG: Not Crying Wolf
By Butch Freedman Not to mix metaphors here, but, honestly people, the sky really is falling. Yes, the wolf is at the door; no, the damn animal is already half-way in and…
BUTCH’S BLOG: My Very Bad Dream
By Butch Freedman “I’ve had it with this country,” Harry said. “I think we’re going to have to leave.” “You say that,” his wife Lilly responded, “but you don’t really mean it.”…
North Coast Communities for Watershed Protection, Beyond Toxics and Old Grove Films Presents Free Screening of “Free to Grow” June 4th
UPCOMING EVENT – On June 4th, Old Grove Films, Beyond Toxics, and North Coast Communities for Watershed Protection collaborate on an event presenting a screening of “Free to Grow,” with filmmaker Jesse…
