News Archive
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Celebrate International Migratory Bird Day
From US Fish and Wildlife: Get outside and enjoy the multiple activities happening around Newport for International Migratory Bird Day (IMBD) on Saturday, May 14. Go Wild, Go Birding” is this year’s IMBD theme, created to celebrate the migratio... Continue Reading
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Explore Siletz Bay National Wildlife Refuge by Canoe or Kayak
Explore Siletz Bay National Wildlife Refuge by Canoe or Kayak The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service invites you to explore Siletz Bay National Wildlife Refuge (Refuge) during a series of fifteen guided canoe and kayak trips during June, July, and August... Continue Reading
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US 20 to close for 60 hours May 20-23, 2011
ODOT will close U.S. 20 (Corvallis-Newport Hwy) at milepost 15, midway between Toledo and Eddyville for 60 hours beginning May 20, 2011 to complete the US 20: Pioneer Mountain Loop Rd to Yaquina River project. Located on U.S. 20 from mile post 14.53 to m... Continue Reading
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2 Sisters 363 Miles 1 Cause
Starting on June 25, 2011, two sisters from New Jersey, Lori and Holly Chapin, will walk the coast of Oregon to raise awareness and funds for Essex County Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) and to spread the word about CASA programs nationwide. S... Continue Reading
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Keep Away From Seals and Sea Lions on Beaches
From Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife April 26, 2011 GOLD BEACH, Ore. – Spring is Pacific harbor seal pupping season on the Oregon coast. Visitors should stay away from seals and sea lions resting on rocks or beaches. “Harbor seals are having... Continue Reading
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The Puffins Are Coming!
They look like something out of a Dr. Seuss storybook. They have been clocked flying at 40mph and commonly dive to depths of up to 80 feet in search of food. And in a sure sign that spring is finally here, the first Tufted Puffin sighting of the year in Cannon... Continue Reading
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New Oregon State Parks Cabins Available for Reservation
Oregon Parks and Recreation Department April 4, 2011 New state park cabins go on reservations system April 7 The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) will accept reservations for 16 new deluxe cabins in three state parks beginning April 7. A... Continue Reading
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Speak, Write, Win!
Have a tale of family adventure on The People’s Coast? How about a favorite pet-friendly lodging or hiking trail? Share your experiences with us online this month and you could win a free night in an oceanview room with a fireplace at the Fireside Mote... Continue Reading
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Donate Prizes For the ODMO Auction at the 2011 Governer’s Conference On Tourism.
Would you like an unique opportunity to showcase your business, product or service in front of 450 Oregon Tourism professionals? Every spring Oregon’s tourism and hospitality professionals come together to share, and develop new ways to create t... Continue Reading
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Oregon Parks & Recreation Remind of Beach Safety
By Robert J. Smith, Oregon Parks and Recreation Department Beach Safety Education Coordinator March 4, 2011 Oregon State Parks is gearing up for another camping season along the coast. Spring break is just around the corner, and campgrounds are fill... Continue Reading