By Butch Freedman Just got back from an early morning session in the surf. Was out there all by my lonesome; not even another soul walking on the beach. That solitariness, just…
Category: Environment
Netarts Community Group “Adopts” Netarts Boat Landing with Project to Enhance, Beautify Under Utilized Park Space, Fundraising Efforts Underway with Donation Match
By Laura Swanson There’s something great happening in Netarts. A collaborative effort between community members, Tillamook County Parks, Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS and Tillamook Estuaries Partnership, among others, are working…
FRIENDS OF NETARTS BAY WEBS HOSTS TIDEPOOL DISCOVERY DAYS JULY 14, 15 & 16
Join us on the beach for some great low tides this July, perfect for exploring and discovering the amazing creatures lurking at the water’s edge. Choose one day – or all three…
OREGON STATE MARINE BOARD: Waterway Access Permit Program Pays for Aquatic Invasive Species Prevention, Improves Boating Access
The Oregon State Marine Board has been working to educate recreational boaters about the threat of aquatic invasive species (AIS) since the early 2000’s. Back then, AIS went by a different…
JOIN SOLVE FOR JULY 5TH BEACH CLEANUPS
A Tradition of Coastal Care As people gather to celebrate July 4th and enjoy the Oregon Coast, our beaches see some of their busiest days of the year. On July 5,…
OREGON STATE PARKS: CHECK OUT OREGON STATE PARKS PASS WITH YOUR LIBRARY CARD AT TILLAMOOK MAIN LIBRARY
Borrow an Oregon State Parks parking permit for free at 82 libraries statewide. Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (ORPD) and the State Library of Oregon are partnering to offer free state parks…
OREGON DEPT. OF FISH & WILDLIFE: More wild fall Chinook, continued wild coho opportunity for Oregon’s coastal rivers in 2026
REDMOND, Ore. — Anglers have a lot to look forward to this fall: many coastal basins will see expanded opportunity for wild fall Chinook harvest compared to last year, and wild coho fisheries…
Pelican Brewing Partners with Pacific Northwest Coast Paddling Club as New Community Sponsor
The Pacific Northwest Coast Paddling Club is proud to announce an exciting new sponsorship with Pelican Brewing, marking the beginning of a community-focused partnership that supports local athletics and coastal traditions. Pelican Brewing,…
OP/ED: IP-28 – What you Need to Know, Stupid is as stupid does – Part 2 – North American Model of Wildlife Conservation
EDITOR’S NOTE: Oregon Initiative Petition 28 — officially titled the PEACE Act (People for Elimination of Animal Cruelty Exemptions) — would eliminate the legal exemptions that currently protect hunting, fishing, trapping, and farming…
FRIENDS OF HAYSTACK ROCK GREAT PUFFIN WATCH – JULY 1-4
Who: Friends of Haystack Rock What: The Great Cannon Beach Puffin Watch When: July 1st through July 4th 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Where: In front of Haystack Rock in Cannon Beach This seabird watching event, sponsored by the Friends…
