By Laura Swanson, editor, Tillamook County Pioneer Oysters on the half-shell, barbecued oysters, oyster shooters, pan-fried oysters, oyster stew — there are many varied preparations for these delectable treats from our local…
Category: Explore Nature
Nehalem Bay Crab Derby June 2nd
OIOpublisher Saturday June 2nd is the 13th annual “Running of the crabs” at Kelly’s Brighton Marina. Twenty-six tagged crabs are released at 9:00am and a $10 ticket purchase gets you in the…
Highlights from this week’s Oregon Dept. of Fish & Wildlife Recreation Report 5/30/18 – Free Fishing Weekend coming up!
Coastal and Willamette Valley streams opened to trout May 22 There are some nice cutthroat in these streams, and these aggressive fish can be a hoot to catch. Enjoy free fishing, and…
Celebrate World Oceans Day with Hike to Summit of Neah-Kah-Nie Mountain June 8th
“With every drop of water you drink, every breath you take, you’re connected to the sea” – Sylvia Earle Experience the connection between land and sea during the upcoming World Oceans Day…
Tillamook Estuaries Partnership’s 15th Annual Bounty on the Bay Fundraiser and Fishing Tournament June 8 & 9
Garibaldi, OR. – Calling all anglers, get out your waders and seafood bib! There are only a few guided seats left and Tillamook Estuaries Partnership invites you to its 15th annual fundraiser,…
2nd Annual State of the Trails May 23, Nehalem Bay State Park
North Coast Trail Coalition – Clatsop & Tillamook Counties – Enhancing Trail Experiences for Everyone What is the state of our trails on the North Coast? Healthy Trails = Healthy Communities! Trails…
Join The Explore Nature Series for Hiking and Birding this Week
By Sayde Moser-Walker The sunshine has returned to the Tillamook Coast, and before the summer crowds settle in consider taking some time to get outside and enjoy the beginning of the season….
Oregon Dept. of Parks and Recreation Seek New Member for Oregon Recreational Trails Advisory Committee (ORTAC)
The Oregon Department of Parks and Recreation is seeking a new member for the Oregon Recreational Trails Advisory Committee (ORTAC). ORTAC is a seven seat committee whose members are appointed by the…
Advisory committee meets May 24 to develop plan for Nehalem River Scenic Waterway
The Nehalem River Scenic Waterway advisory committee will meet 5:30-7:30 p.m. May 24 to develop a draft management plan for a 17.5 mile segment of the Nehalem River. The meeting will be…
Join The Friends of Netarts Bay for kayaking, hiking, and tide pooling in May
It’s a best kept secret that May on the Tillamook Coast is one of the best times to get out and explore. In light of that, the Friends of Netarts Bay Watershed…