OSP seeks public assistance to identify the responsible person(s) (LINCOLN COUNTY, Ore. 06 Dec. 2023)– OSP Fish and Wildlife Division is seeking public assistance in locating the person(s) responsible for the take…
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Commercial Dungeness crab season begins Dec. 16 from Cape Foulweather to California border
(NEWPORT, Ore. -December 5, 2023) – Oregon’s commercial Dungeness crab fishery opens Dec. 16 from Cape Foulweather (just south of Depoe Bay) to the California border. Pre-season testing shows that crabs remain too…
It’s Not Just A Walk to the Beach
EDITOR’S NOTE: It may become more difficult to access the beach with this recent court ruling as beach accesses are being closed in Tillamook County. Neal Lemery gives us a deeper look…
OSP Fish & Wildlife seeks public assistance to identify poacher; Bull elk left to waste near Scappoose
SCAPPOOSE, Ore. 29 Nov. 2023 – The Oregon State Police Fish & Wildlife Division is asking for the public’s help to identify a person of interest related to a Roosevelt Bull Elk that…
TILLAMOOK COAST VISITORS ASSOCIATION – December Trails & Recreation Newsletter: Recreational Immunity Ends
Recent court rulings have effectively nullified Oregon liability waivers, impacting the accessibility and affordability of recreation and fitness for people across our state. Oregon businesses are now paying significantly more for liability insurance than…
Trail Closures In Tillamook County: “No Access Until Further Notice” signs posted at Short Beach Trail and Tire Trail in Oceanside
Tillamook County Public Works posted “No Access Until Further Notice” signs at Short Beach Trail and Tire Trail in Oceanside. This action has been taken due to recently raised liability concerns. Tillamook…
SEASIDE AQUARIUM: It’s officially sea turtle season along the Oregon Coast
Unbeknownst to most, during the winter, cold-stunned sea turtles can become stranded on Oregon and Washington beaches. Reports of stranded turtles can begin as early as mid-October and can continue through January….
Coast Guard urges beach safety during King Tides
SEATTLE – All beachgoers in the Pacific Northwest are encouraged to exercise heightened caution for sneaker waves during the upcoming King Tides this weekend and for the remainder of the winter. The Coast…
Community Celebrates Salmon Release Day at Bay City Park Nov. 17th – Photos & Video by Don Backman
Here’s a celebration to be thankful for – Garibaldi and Bay City libraries have had aquariums with salmon eggs that had hatched, and then they invite the community to help with salmon…
TILLAMOOK STATE FOREST GETS A NEW TRAIL BRIDGE THANKS TO SOUTH FORK FOREST CAMP WORK CREWS
Tillamook, Ore.— This fall 30 adults in custody (AICs) from South Fork Forest Camp helped build a bridge on the newest section of the Wilson River Trail in the Tillamook State Forest….