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Aquarium: It Was a Very Good Year Various non-profits worked with the aquarium throughout the year, and made a splash http://www.beachconnection.net/news/aquyr010210_636.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/aquyr010210_636.php Oregon Coast Ends Year with Powerful Waves and Wind There's unforgettable stormwatching possibilities as the old year gives way to the new http://www.beachconnection.net/news/storm123109_1227.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/storm123109_1227.php New Year's Eve Lodging Openings on Oregon Coast Here is a list of openings for those who haven't reserved their room yet. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/nylodg122909_522.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/nylodg122909_522.php Biggest Oregon Coast News Stories of 2009 Tornados, frozen squid, killer whales, new graves and the economy topped the headlines http://www.beachconnection.net/news/bigsto122709_625.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/bigsto122709_625.php Whale Week Begins on Oregon Coast with 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http://www.beachconnection.net/news/glassf120609_644.php E-Tickets On Sale for Big Oregon Coast Seafood Wine Fest Advanced online tickets are now available for Newport Seafood and Wine Festival, February 26 - 28 http://www.beachconnection.net/news/etix120309_509.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/etix120309_509.php Octopus to be Released on Oregon Coast; Birders Events The Hatfield's latest octo-pal Amigo will be released into the wild while some high-profile events for fans of birds are planned http://www.beachconnection.net/news/octo120209_640.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/octo120209_640.php Hypothermic Sea Turtles Find First Aid on Oregon Coast Two sea turtles were brought into the Oregon Coast Aquarium this week after stranding on two different northwest beaches http://www.beachconnection.net/news/seatur120209_549.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/seatur120209_549.php Oregon Coast Gift Ideas: A Beachy Cyber Monday Exceptional deals and individualized gifts 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http://www.beachconnection.net/news/octsan112309_235.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/octsan112309_235.php Video: Strange Foam, Mini Water Spout on Oregon Coast Arch Cape, Oregon: small dust devil on the ocean and weird foam action http://www.beachconnection.net/news/videowaterspout.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/videowaterspout.php Some Restaurants Open for Thanksgiving on Oregon Coast Here is a list of restaurants open for Thanksgiving along the Oregon coast http://www.beachconnection.net/news/thanks112009_556.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/thanks112009_556.php Weird Mix of Weather After Oregon Coast Storm, More Warnings Monday's storm left a strange set of conditions afterwards to spectacular results http://www.beachconnection.net/news/oddsto111709_1011.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/oddsto111709_1011.php Storm, Flood Warnings for Oregon Coast Warnings and advisories about high winds, exceptionally heavy surf and some flooding on the Oregon coast 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http://www.beachconnection.net/news/tornad110809_343.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/tornad110809_343.php Central Oregon Coast Town Rocks Out One little club in a small Oregon coast town seems to have put the 'hot' in Yachats http://www.beachconnection.net/news/rock110509_917.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/rock110509_917.php Enormous Waves, Tornado, Rattle Oregon Coast Massive foam, lightning damage and deadly surf have also been reported http://www.beachconnection.net/news/storm110709_419.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/storm110709_419.php Oregon Coast Prepares for Crazed Surf, Winds There will be massive surf conditions and what is likely to be some tremendous storm watching http://www.beachconnection.net/news/stormw110409_521.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/stormw110409_521.php Oregon Coast Hosts Programs for Bird Lovers, Watchers November brings two intensely interesting birding programs to the central coast 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http://www.beachconnection.net/news/caroth102709_508.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/caroth102709_508.php Oregon Coast Aquarium Celebrates New Exhibit with Halloween It's is the kickoff to the facility's newest exhibit of Turkey Vultures http://www.beachconnection.net/news/vultur102709_1212.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/vultur102709_1212.php Oregon Coast Foam Puts on Spectacular but Deadly Display Churnings waves create sights, but deadly problems for birds http://www.beachconnection.net/news/sfoam102309_729.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/sfoam102309_729.php Oregon Coast Hotel Plans Special Events for Women, Art Lovers Women's Only Weekend and Stormy Arts Festival are on tap http://www.beachconnection.net/news/falle102209_423.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/falle102209_423.php To Eat the Beach: Oregon Coast Edibles According to the Seaside Aquarium, there are lots of edible things you can find on the beach http://www.beachconnection.net/news/beache102109_452.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/beache102109_452.php Recent Central Oregon Coast Arrests Include Locals and Tourists Several arrests were made for DUII and various drug charges http://www.beachconnection.net/news/arres102109_1127.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/arres102109_1127.php Coastal Events: Cannon Beach and Seaside in Fall, Winter Both Seaside and Cannon Beach keep up the pace as the tourist crowds die down http://www.beachconnection.net/news/seacan102109_422.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/seacan102109_422.php Relocation Camp Lecture on North Oregon Coast A lecture on Japansese internment Oct. 14; singer Jill Trenholm performs Oct. 24 http://www.beachconnection.net/news/reloc100509_730.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/reloc100509_730.php Oregon Coast Calendar: Fall Events for Manzanita, Rockaway, Tillamook, Pacific City Fall is underway on the Oregon coast http://www.beachconnection.net/news/caltil100409_226.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/caltil100409_226.php Good and Bad Water News on Central Oregon Coast A health advisory is issued for one beach in Lincoln City, while Newport's tap water is grand http://www.beachconnection.net/news/water100209_434.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/water100209_434.php Oregon Coast Residents React to Tsunami That Wasn't The Oregon coast is back to normal after a government-issued tsunami advisory had officials clearing the beaches http://www.beachconnection.net/news/tsunaf100109_1141.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/tsunaf100109_1141.php Tiny Tsunami Expected Along Oregon Coast Stay off Oregon coast beaches tonight because of surges, but no other problems are expected http://www.beachconnection.net/news/tsunam092909_445.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/tsunam092909_445.php Donations Brighten the Day on Oregon Coast Two major donations have made the day for two different entities on the Oregon coast http://www.beachconnection.net/news/donat092809_442.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/donat092809_442.php Oregon Coast Conservation Group Announces New Director Oregon Shores Conservation Coalition has announced Phillip Johnson as its new executive director http://www.beachconnection.net/news/cwatch092409_505.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/cwatch092409_505.php Sardines, Shark Land On North Oregon Coast All sorts of things have gone crazy on the north coast http://www.beachconnection.net/news/shark092309_437.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/shark092309_437.php Coast to Coast Battle: Comparing Oregon Beaches to Other Shores Locals compare Oregon beaches to those in N. Carolina, California, Washington, England, France and more http://www.beachconnection.net/news/compar092009_342.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/compar092009_342.php Oregon Coast is 54,000 Pounds Lighter Saturday More than 3,700 volunteers turned out for the SOLV Great Oregon Fall Beach Cleanup http://www.beachconnection.net/news/cleanu092009_303.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/cleanu092009_303.php Dining In Depoe Bay: the Oregon Coast Restaurant Experience When it comes to food and wine, even tiny Depoe Bay has a distinctive take on dining http://www.beachconnection.net/news/091709309depoe_bay_dining_restaurants.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/091709309depoe_bay_dining_restaurants.php Fall Into Wine and Music Fun on Central Oregon Coast From special dinners, wine tasting, to loads of live music http://www.beachconnection.net/news/yachwi091609_546.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/yachwi091609_546.php Oregon Coast Dining Guide: A Look at Newport Restaurants Newport sports something different in the way of eateries http://www.beachconnection.net/news/091409118newport_oregon_dining_restaurants.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/091409118newport_oregon_dining_restaurants.php Oregon Coast Coughs Up Kooky Creatures and Critters From whales, weird phytoplankton to sea lions popping up places they shouldn't, to funky bugs and interesting birds http://www.beachconnection.net/news/critt091209_759.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/critt091209_759.php Oregon Coast Second Summer Begins It's still a bit of a secret to fans of the beaches http://www.beachconnection.net/news/summe091209_755.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/summe091209_755.php Lodging Review: A Suite of Gardens on the Oregon Coast Weiss' Paradise Suites is a literal oasis of a small lodging, which also includes a handful of nifty vacation rentals http://www.beachconnection.net/news/weiss091009_244.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/weiss091009_244.php Cottage Tours and Living Blues on North Oregon Coast A historical cottage tour and some outstanding regional blues happen in Cannon Beach this month http://www.beachconnection.net/news/ctour090709_1111.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/ctour090709_1111.php Labor Day Weekend Lodging Openings on Oregon Coast Summer's last waltz has begun, with hordes heading to the beachesr http://www.beachconnection.net/news/labopn090309_1236.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/labopn090309_1236.php Oregon Coast Complete Guide: Pacific City, Oceanside, Netarts and the Three Capes Numerous oddball attractions and 25 miles of nearly hidden beaches http://www.beachconnection.net/oregon_coast/090209626oceanside_pacificcity_capes.php http://www.beachconnection.net/oregon_coast/090209626oceanside_pacificcity_capes.php VIDEO: Manic Tour Guide: Oregon Coast Zombies, Wacky Weather, Ghosts and Glowing Sand In search of zombie whales, ghosts on the coast, glowing sand, the green flash at sunset, and strange, alien bar life http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1nkJ2-PqfsA http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1nkJ2-PqfsA Jazz Series Continues on Central Oregon Coast Friday evenings in Newport will keep their jazz flavor throughout the Oregon coast's glorious second summer http://www.beachconnection.net/news/jazzfr083009_549.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/jazzfr083009_549.php A Tale of Two Oregon Coast Oktoberfests Both Pacific City and Seaside are hosting their own brand of the Oktoberfest on September 19 http://www.beachconnection.net/news/oktob082709_458.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/oktob082709_458.php Oregon Coast Aquarium Celebrates Jellyfish Jubilee The auction and food, wine celebration will happen September 19 http://www.beachconnection.net/news/jubil082409_408.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/jubil082409_408.php VIDEO: Whales Spouting on Oregon Coast, Emerging from Ocean Watch as a whale tries to watch you, Depoe Bay http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zjPIqdyAedY http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zjPIqdyAedY Whales an Unusual Sight on North Oregon Coast, Other Oddities Whales are getting spotted in an unusual place on the Oregon coast - in Seaside, and it's taking state whale officials by surprise http://www.beachconnection.net/news/whale082109_502.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/whale082109_502.php It's All About Beachcombing for Plastics on the Oregon Coast An Astoria lecture covers tracing the ocean's currents http://www.beachconnection.net/news/plast082009_933.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/plast082009_933.php Pride Fest Returns to Central Oregon Coast Town The Iris Festival celebrates the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender community September 18 - 20 http://www.beachconnection.net/news/gayfe081809_854.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/gayfe081809_854.php Oregon Coast Labor Day Weekend Advice - 2009 Labor Day weekend is a crazed time on the coast: dealing with traffic, lodging and more. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/labday081609_522.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/labday081609_522.php Far from the Maddening Oregon Coast Crowds Where to get away from it all during summer madness on the coast http://www.beachconnection.net/news/madnes081509_353.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/madnes081509_353.php Bluegrass Fest Livens Up Oregon Coast This Weekend Nehalem Bay Winery's Bluegrass 'n' Barbecue takes place August 15 and draws in hundreds http://www.beachconnection.net/news/blueg081209_112.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/blueg081209_112.php Oregon Coast Restaurants Spread Their Wings A new upscale eatery in Depoe Bay, and another famous one in Cannon Beach is headed to New York http://www.beachconnection.net/news/wichef080909_418.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/wichef080909_418.php Oregon Coast Lodging Secrets: Hotels, Motels, Rentals of Note Where Oregon's coastline meets civilization, there are bundles of hotels, motels, rentals and other kinds of lodgings http://www.beachconnection.net/oregon_coast/080809lodging_motels_hotels.php http://www.beachconnection.net/oregon_coast/080809lodging_motels_hotels.php Lewis and Clark Return to North Oregon Coast Celebrate the historical Lewis and Clark expedition with the Salt Makers Return on August 14 - 16 http://www.beachconnection.net/news/lewisc080709_717.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/lewisc080709_717.php Oregon Coast Celebrates Golden Age of Radio Newport recreates the 'Golden Age of Radio' with live performances of classic radio plays from the 1930s http://www.beachconnection.net/news/decora080509_307.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/decora080509_307.php Whales, Glowing Sand Put on a Show on Oregon Coast Interesting critters - both microscopic to massive - have been buzzing about the beaches lately http://www.beachconnection.net/news/whaleg080109_720.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/whaleg080109_720.php Art Deco on Celluloid in Oregon Coast Town The festival runs continuously over the weekend of August 8 - 9 at the Newport Performing Arts Center http://www.beachconnection.net/news/filmfe073109_213.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/filmfe073109_213.php Oregon Coast vs. the Heatwave: Lodgings are Winning Lodging availability for Thursday through Saturday on the Oregon coast http://www.beachconnection.net/news/heatav072909_303.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/heatav072909_303.php Oregon Heat Wave Info, Weather Forecasts, Live Weather Weather from all over Oregon: Eugene, Bend, Portland, Medford, Ashland, Mountain conditions, eastern Oregon, southern Oregon, coast, central Oregon; weather blogs and articles http://www.dailynewsoregon.com/oregon_weather.php http://www.dailynewsoregon.com/oregon_weather.php Summer Camps Sizzle at Oregon Coast Aquarium Summer camp season is in full swing at the Oregon Coast Aquarium http://www.beachconnection.net/news/aqusum072609_726.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/aqusum072609_726.php Video: Manic Tour Guide Annoys Central Oregon Coast A heady jaunt through Lincoln City, Newport and Yachats with a skewed view http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MOx1FdW9uXc http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MOx1FdW9uXc Weekend Heat Wave Drives Oregon Residents to Coast AIt's a rush of folks to the coastline, where it may actually hit around 80 - and very little lodging availability http://www.beachconnection.net/news/avail072309_257.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/avail072309_257.php Oregon Coast Attractions and Spas An ever-growing part of the Oregon coast experience, and often a necessary one when the weather gets a bit rowdy http://www.beachconnection.net/news/072209443oregon_coast_attractions_spa.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/072209443oregon_coast_attractions_spa.php Oregon Coast Videos They cover the strange and unusual, and the beautiful and sublime http://www.beachconnection.net/news/0721091205orcoastvid.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/0721091205orcoastvid.php Oregon Coast Summer Highlights The last half of the season contains much for those who want to take in the fun and frivolity of the Oregon coast http://www.beachconnection.net/news/summhi071909_102.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/summhi071909_102.php Insane Lessons the Oregon Coast Teaches You Sometimes, exploring the beach is a little more adventure than you bargain for http://www.beachconnection.net/news/lesson071709_312.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/lesson071709_312.php Video: Dave Chappelle crowds, Portland, Oregon No hoax apparently, as Chappelle showed up about 1:40 a.m. Watch crowds grow from 1,000 to ten thousand http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MAjGrCXAffo http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MAjGrCXAffo When Oregon Coast Visits Go Bad: Crime and Disasters This Week Motorhome tumbles over cliff; locals and tourists allegedly made criminal decisions http://www.beachconnection.net/news/crime071409_438.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/crime071409_438.php Oregon Coast Dining: Restaurants of a Different Kind in Cannon Beach Restaurants in Cannon Beach mean dining in some rather extraordinary surroundings, and often innovative in decor and approaches http://www.beachconnection.net/news/071709111cannon_beach_restaurants_dining.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/071709111cannon_beach_restaurants_dining.php Impress Your Date with These Oregon Coast Spots When it comes to dating advice, the Oregon coast just seems to speak for itself http://www.beachconnection.net/news/dating071009_943.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/dating071009_943.php Oregon Coast Insiders Tips They Didn't Tell You You'll be surprised how many useful little factoids exist somewhere under the surface http://www.beachconnection.net/news/instip070909_346.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/instip070909_346.php Oregon Coast Town Hosts Art Deco Festival Art Deco August will spotlight and celebrate the appreciation of Newport's art deco heritage throughout the final month of summer http://www.beachconnection.net/news/deco070709_526.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/deco070709_526.php Oregon Coast Events: Tillamook County in Summer From Pacific City, Oceanside and Tillamook, through to Garibaldi, Rockaway Beach and Manzanita http://www.beachconnection.net/news/tillcou070609_424.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/tillcou070609_424.php Oregon Beaches Become Surreal at Night When the night comes, Oregon's coast becomes an entirely different creature http://www.beachconnection.net/news/surrl070509_202.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/surrl070509_202.php Oregon Coast Calendar: Summer Events in Seaside, Cannon Beach The summer calendar for the north Oregon coast http://www.beachconnection.net/news/seasc070309_1155.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/seasc070309_1155.php Great Oregon Coast Weather, Hazy Economic News The recent surge in visitors may have only evened out effects of a bad economy, but the tourism industry remains hopeful http://www.beachconnection.net/news/econom062809_222.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/econom062809_222.php Freaky Facts About the Famous on the Oregon Coast Sometimes the famous just wander through the coast, sometimes they're part time residents http://www.beachconnection.net/news/famous062609_435.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/famous062609_435.php Central Oregon Coast Summer: Lincoln City Highlights Summer in the Lincoln City comes with a big dose of culinary fireworks, Independence Day fireworks and outdoor fun of all kinds http://www.beachconnection.net/news/lcsum062409_406.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/lcsum062409_406.php 180 Miles of Oregon Coast in Four Minutes Video: Zip up the coast, south to north (from Florence to the very tip of NW Oregon), in just over four minutes. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0brSDCD-IOY http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0brSDCD-IOY Huge Minus Tides a Complicated Story on Oregon Coast Major low tides are hitting the Oregon coast in recent days, and more are coming this week and through the summer http://www.beachconnection.net/news/minust062209_418.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/minust062209_418.php Oregon Coast Dining Guides: Restaurants in Pacific City, Oceanside, Netarts Dining along the Three Capes Loop means jaw-dropping views in little towns like Neskowin, Pacific City, Netarts and Oceanside http://www.beachconnection.net/news/061909511pacific_city_oceanside_dining_restaurants.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/061909511pacific_city_oceanside_dining_restaurants.php Central Oregon Coast Fourth Promises More Explosions Newport's Fourth of July fireworks display will continue to be larger than previous years http://www.beachconnection.net/news/newpf061809_1210.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/newpf061809_1210.php Historic Oregon Coast Clambake Revived Again for Fourth The seventh Annual Newport Clambake and Seafood BBQ again comes to Newport on July 4 http://www.beachconnection.net/news/clamba061709_343.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/clamba061709_343.php More Fun for Oregon Coast Kayak Adventurers One BnB recently acquired an inflatable kayak available for guests to borrow for a little nautical jaunt http://www.beachconnection.net/news/kayak061509_531.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/kayak061509_531.php Complete Oregon Coast Fourth of July, Independence Day Guide There's more to Independence Day than Fourth of July celebrations http://www.beachconnection.net/news/fourt061309_433.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/fourt061309_433.php Video: Newport Glimpses, Oregon Coast A brief guided tour of Nye Beach, mysterious Jump-Off Joe rock structure, Newport's beaches, the bayfront http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OSkUgQ4_0wQ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OSkUgQ4_0wQ Oregon Coast Taken Over by Outdoor Art Festival The Art Sea Street Fair will be held on SW 51st Street in the Taft District of Lincoln City on Saturday June 13 and 14 http://www.beachconnection.net/news/streetf061109_235.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/streetf061109_235.php Agate Hunters, Rock Hounds to Flock to Oregon Coast The three-day event for rock hounds happens June 19-21 in Newport http://www.beachconnection.net/news/agateh061009_348.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/agateh061009_348.php Video Tour of Manzanita, North Oregon Coast - from BeachConnection.net A video tour of Manzanita, on the north Oregon coast http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HEc1AwI6Jto http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HEc1AwI6Jto New Restaurant and Lodging Developments on Oregon Coast Two lodgings have made some dramatic new changes, while one new eatery is making a splash http://www.beachconnection.net/news/newres060809_232.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/newres060809_232.php 'Deadliest Catch' Star Appears on Central Oregon Coast Spike Walker, from Discovery Channel's 'Deadliest Catch' show, will be the featured author at the Nye Beach Writers' Series on Saturday, June 20 http://www.beachconnection.net/news/deadc060509_610.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/deadc060509_610.php Oregon Coast Native Exhibit in Three Places 'Oregon Is Indian Country' will open at three county sites June 6 and continue through the month. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/nativ060309_659.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/nativ060309_659.php Oregon Coast Aquarium Celebrates Oceans, Father's Day World Oceans Day on June 8 and Father's Day weekend with sharks on June 20 - 21 http://www.beachconnection.net/news/fday060309_1217.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/fday060309_1217.php Oregon Coast Sandcastle Festival Among Biggest in World Cannon Beach's Sandcastle Day Fest happen June 13, with special events starting June 12 http://www.beachconnection.net/news/sandc060109_552.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/sandc060109_552.php Conference Covers Changes to Oregon Coast Climate The June 6 conference covers climate change and how it may affect Oregon's coastal region in coming decades http://www.beachconnection.net/news/climat053009_812.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/climat053009_812.php North Oregon Coast Delves Into Local History, Hosts Film Festival The Second Annual Cannon Beach Film Festival will celebrate 'Paul Newman through the Decades' on June 5 - 7 http://www.beachconnection.net/news/cbhist052809_1028.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/cbhist052809_1028.php Hiking It and Roughing It on Oregon's Coast A guide to hiking trails and more primitive campgrounds that allow you to really get down to basics http://www.beachconnection.net/news/hiroug052709_320.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/hiroug052709_320.php Newport Marathon Creates Spectacle on Central Oregon Coast May 30 is the date for the latest Newport Marathon http://www.beachconnection.net/news/marath052609_444.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/marath052609_444.php Oregon Coast Lodging Guide An extensive look at lodging on the Oregon coast, with vacation rentals, hotels, motels and BnB's in Astoria, Seaside, Cannon Beach, Arch Cape, Manzanita, Wheeler, Rockaway Beach, Oceanside, Lincoln City, Depoe Bay, Newport, Yachats and more http://www.beachconnection.net/lodging.htm http://www.beachconnection.net/lodging.htm State Predicts Good Sport Fishing for Oregon Coast Sport anglers can look forward to a banner year of ocean coho salmon fishing under final season recommendations http://www.beachconnection.net/news/sfish052509_759.htm http://www.beachconnection.net/news/sfish052509_759.htm Yachats oregon Lodging, Vacation Rentals, Hotels and Motels in Yachats, Oregon Yachats Lodging, Vacation Rentals - Places to stay in this scenic little village on the central Oregon coast. Yachats, Oregon Vacation Rentals, Lodging, Hotels, Motels http://www.beachconnection.net/news/012508yachats_oregon_lodging.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/012508yachats_oregon_lodging.php Holiday Brings Mixed Economic Messages to Coast What was looking like a dreary weekend for lodgings turned around last minute, but economic worries remain http://www.beachconnection.net/news/econo052209_651.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/econo052209_651.php Last Minute Crabbing, Clamming on the Oregon Coast The central Oregon coast is about to be the epicenter of crabbing and clamming for a while http://www.beachconnection.net/news/crabbi052009_339.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/crabbi052009_339.php Lincoln City, Oregon LodgingA large guide to Lincoln City lodgings, hotels, motels, inns, vacation rentals and BnB's http://www.beachconnection.net/news/042809334lincoln_city_oregon_lodging.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/042809334lincoln_city_oregon_lodging.php Last Minute Deals Entice Plenty to Oregon Coast As Memorial Day Weekend approaches, some are even offering special prices for that holiday http://www.beachconnection.net/news/deals051809_506.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/deals051809_506.php The Strange Science of Summer on the Oregon Coast Some wild, weird and wonderful secrets can be found, even if many are quite rare http://www.beachconnection.net/news/strans051509_1236.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/strans051509_1236.php Winery on Oregon Coast Hosts Blues Festival Find the Nehalem Bay Memorial Blues Fest on Saturday, May 23, on the North Oregon coast http://www.beachconnection.net/news/memblu051809_342.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/memblu051809_342.php Oregon Coast Travel and Weather Advice for Memorial Day Weekend All the stuff the officials never tell you about the coast http://www.beachconnection.net/news/051309_1131memorial_day.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/051309_1131memorial_day.php SOLV Program Uncovers Hidden Graves on Central Oregon Coast It leads to further speculation there could be many more such forgotten burial plots http://www.beachconnection.net/news/graves051309_512.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/graves051309_512.php Tiny Wonders Lurk in Sands of Oregon Coast Beaches A closer look at Oregon's beaches often reveals new things, but it can create more questions than it answers. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/osand051209_548.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/osand051209_548.php SeaFest Returns to Central Oregon Coast In June The Hatfield Marine Science Center's annual open house and community festival will take place on Saturday, June 27 http://www.beachconnection.net/news/seafet050709_707.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/seafet050709_707.php New, Exclusive Place for Wines on Central Oregon Coast Ona Beach BnB is allowing guests to purchase some of their stellar collection of 550 wines http://www.beachconnection.net/news/cwines050709_624.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/cwines050709_624.php Goofy Times Abound at One Oregon Coast Inn Manzanita's San Dune Inn is one fun-filled little bit of lodging on the Oregon coast http://www.beachconnection.net/news/goofy050609_248.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/goofy050609_248.php Higher Limits for Oregon Coast Groundfish Season Saltwater Sport fishers will be able to put one more groundfish in the marine fish daily bag http://www.beachconnection.net/news/ground050709_302.htm http://www.beachconnection.net/news/ground050709_302.htm Possible Banner Year for Oregon Coast Ocean Coho Fishing The PFMC recommendations include a 10-week season South of Cape Falcon http://www.beachconnection.net/news/coho050509_652.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/coho050509_652.php Central Oregon Coast Halibut Fishing Opens to Delight of Many Pacific halibut season opened on the Oregon coast May 1. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/halibu050409_413.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/halibu050409_413.php Historic Oregon Coast Artifacts Begin Conservation Work Two significant cannon are now in the hands of professional marine artifact experts in Texas http://www.beachconnection.net/news/histca050209_935.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/histca050209_935.php Famed Bed and Breakfasts of the Oregon CoastA guide to BnB's, Bed and Breakfast lodgings, on the Oregon coast http://www.beachconnection.net/news/0501091242oregon_coast_bed_breakfast.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/0501091242oregon_coast_bed_breakfast.php Film Chronicles Saving Oregon Coast Beaches for the PublicIt documents the 100-year battle, covering three major legislative events. 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Find up-to-the-minute headlines from Portland, the Gorge, Eastern Oregon, Salem, Eugene, Central Oregon, Bend, Ashland, Roseburg and more http://www.dailynewsoregon.com http://www.dailynewsoregon.com Killer Whales Hitting Central Oregon Coast Waters for Baby WhalesSeven orca whales were spotted last week, and more are expected http://www.beachconnection.net/news/killwh042209_647.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/killwh042209_647.php Oregon Coast BnB Helps Habitat for HumanityGift certificate purchases made through Mothers Day will see 20 percent of that donated to Tillamook Habitat for Humanity http://www.beachconnection.net/news/habitat042209_128.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/habitat042209_128.php Oregon Coast Calendar: Yachats Spring Events Into SummerFood fests, movies, music, nature events, jazz, classical and various forms of regional rock and blues are big here http://www.beachconnection.net/news/ysumm041909_523.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/ysumm041909_523.php Crab and Seafood Fest Fills North Oregon Coast w Fun This WeekendThe Astoria Warrenton Crab, Seafood and Wine Festival happens April 24 - 26 http://www.beachconnection.net/news/astori042109_255.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/astori042109_255.php Oregon Coast Notes: Openings, Park Closures, and a Famous BomberA major park on the south coast is shutting down for a time, two features in Astoria are opening up, and a famed B-17G bomber is set to set down in Tillamook http://www.beachconnection.net/news/bomber041909_333.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/bomber041909_333.php Life On Oregon Coast Lighthouse was 'Terrible'For generations, the Tillamook Rock Lighthouse has captured the imaginations of visitors to Seaside and Cannon Beach http://www.beachconnection.net/news/tilly041809_211.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/tilly041809_211.php Oregon Coast Calendar: Spring Events for Pacific City, Tillamook, Rockaway, ManzanitaThroughout Tillamook County: in Manzanita, Wheeler, at the Nehalem Bay Winery, Rockaway Beach, Garibaldi, Bay City, Tillamook, Cape Meares, Hebo and Pacific City. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/tillco041509_450.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/tillco041509_450.php North Oregon Coast Town To Test Tsunami SirensOn April 24, the sirens will blare in Seaside for a citywide voluntary tsunami evacuation drill http://www.beachconnection.net/news/tsunam041509_216.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/tsunam041509_216.php Finding the Hidden Beaches on Oregon's Busy CoastStumbling across a real hidden spot on the beach is one of life's real pleasures http://www.beachconnection.net/news/hidden041409_430.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/hidden041409_430.php Central Oregon Coast Filled with Wine, SongThe Landmark Lounge is filled four days a week of tunes, and The Wine Shop offers up plenty of vino for your weekend pleasure http://www.beachconnection.net/news/ymusic041109_1111.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/ymusic041109_1111.php Dead Whales, Molting Seals on Oregon Coast This WeekAn elephant seal or two, jellyfish, a dead porpoise on the Oregon coast and a dead whale on the Washington coast http://www.beachconnection.net/news/washup041009_434.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/washup041009_434.php North Oregon Coast Town Launches Tourism Stimulus ProgramThe City of Seaside is launching a special Tourism Stimulus Program April 15 through June 15 http://www.beachconnection.net/news/stimul040909_151.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/stimul040909_151.php The Missing Oregon Coast: Waves After DarkThe world often forgets the Oregon coast exists well after the sun goes down http://www.beachconnection.net/news/missin040709_147.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/missin040709_147.php Dangers of Ocean Plastic Subject of Oregon and Coast LecturesThe giant islands of plastic waste in the 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Coast BnB Goes Seriously GreenIts beginnings are a salty sea tale indeed, and the result is an interesting example of being green - very green - but with a historical twist http://www.beachconnection.net/news/greenb030309_515.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/greenb030309_515.php Oregon Coast Events: Astoria Marches Into SpringThe town at the tip of Oregon comes alive with various events throughout March http://www.beachconnection.net/news/astev022809_1101.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/astev022809_1101.php The Outrageous Side of Oregon Coast Beaches The Oregon coast is one of the most dynamic places on Earth, where things constantly change, sometimes in truly freaky ways. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/outcst022609_943.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/outcst022609_943.php Travel Website Asks for Paranormal and Debunkings TravelParanormal.com has recently hit the Net, with the subheading of 'Paranormal Fun for the Traveler and the Skeptic' 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Good news or bad news about money, the economy or mortgages, it's here: scanning a variety of news sources http://www.usfinancenews.com http://www.usfinancenews.com Oregon Coast Winter HighlightsAlong these shores, as winter quickly slides into spring, things are starting to percolate http://www.beachconnection.net/news/hilite021109_531.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/hilite021109_531.php Central Oregon Coast Town Sizzles In WinterNewport is just a little bonkers with stuff to do as the region slowly rambles into springtime http://www.beachconnection.net/news/ctown021009_510.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/ctown021009_510.php Canadians Get Glimpse of America's UFO Cover UpsSixty-two years after an object originally said to be a 'flying saucer' crashed in Roswell, New Mexico, the prospect that aliens could exist and are visiting Earth still fascinates up to five million people who tune in to George Noory's late-night syndicated radio show http://www.travelparanormal.com/canada_ufo.php http://www.travelparanormal.com/canada_ufo.php Yachats Community Events Usher Oregon Coast Into SpringYachats simmers with music, food, romance and nature events http://www.beachconnection.net/news/yevent020709_226.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/yevent020709_226.php Oregon Coast Complete Guide: South Beach, Seal Rock, WaldportIt's a wild little nature walk through the eight or so miles of South Beach, Seal Rock, Waldport, and the areas in between http://www.beachconnection.net/oregon_coast/010509waldport_sealrock_southbeach.php http://www.beachconnection.net/oregon_coast/010509waldport_sealrock_southbeach.php Newport Seafood Wine Fest Announces LineupGet advanced online tickets for the Newport Seafood Wine Festival; 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Oregon CoastThe Seaside Aquarium was kept busy with a green sea turtle and a shark hitting the north Oregon coast http://www.beachconnection.net/news/turtl010309_539.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/turtl010309_539.php North Oregon Coast Sees Record Razor ClamsThey've shown up in the millions - nine million to be exact http://www.beachconnection.net/news/rzclam122908_814.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/rzclam122908_814.php Oregon Coast Range Snow-Free, Biz Still HurtingThe roads to the coast not only vastly improved but completely cleared up, as Highways 6, 26 and 18 lost all trace of snow. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/roads122908_355.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/roads122908_355.php The Indoor Oregon CoastThere are still plenty of places to hide from the weather on the coast http://www.beachconnection.net/news/indor122808_318.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/indor122808_318.php Research Suggests Winds Mean Climate Change for Oregon 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Coast Law EnforcementLincoln County's Sheriff has seasonal tips about drunk driving and buying pets http://www.beachconnection.net/news/holidt121908_414.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/holidt121908_414.php Portland, NW Oregon Forecast Calls for Increased Icy WeatherExperts are urging Portlanders to run their errands Tuesday before the big one hits. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/ptown121608_505.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/ptown121608_505.php Oregon Weather Gets Icy and DiceyIt's not expected to end soon - even expected to get worse. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/orice121508_355.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/orice121508_355.php Oregon Weather Update: Coast Range Clear Most of WeekendThe way to and from the Oregon coast will be clear for the weekend, allowing some fantastic viewing of crazy coastal storm conditions http://www.beachconnection.net/news/wstorm121208_325.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/wstorm121208_325.php Odd Winter Weather Coming to Oregon Coast, Mountains and PortlandIt'll be a weird mixed bag of weather along the Oregon coast, coast range, Cascades and in the Portland area this weekend http://www.beachconnection.net/news/weath121008_143.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/weath121008_143.php Oregon Coast Crab Meat, Crabbing at Their HeightIt's a season of great gifts for those who love crabbing on the Oregon coast. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/crabse120908_407.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/crabse120908_407.php Oregon Coast Calendar: Newport, Depoe Bay Winter EventsMusic, whale watching, nature and theater all take the front seat, along with big events and the holidays http://www.beachconnection.net/news/120808511newport_depoe_bay_events.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/120808511newport_depoe_bay_events.php Maine Paranormal - Weird Legends at the End of the U.S.Mackworth Island, Boothbay, Kennebunk, Lucerne, Bangor, Port Clyde and more ghosts, hauntings 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ThanksgivingThere are a surprising number of eateries open for the big turkey devouring day along Oregon's coastline http://www.beachconnection.net/news/thankr112608_518.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/thankr112608_518.php Thanksgiving Lodging Openings for Oregon BeachesThe big holiday tradition for many families is to transplant them to the coast for Thanksgiving http://www.beachconnection.net/news/tgivi112508_1226.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/tgivi112508_1226.php Holiday Gift Fair Kicks Off North Oregon Coast SeasonThe 34th Annual Seaside Holiday Gift Fair happens Nov. 28 - 30 http://www.beachconnection.net/news/giftf112308_329.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/giftf112308_329.php Holiday, Weekend Weather Good for NW Oregon and CoastThis weekend and parts of the pre-holiday week look sunny and bright - quite literally http://www.beachconnection.net/news/holwea112108_959.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/holwea112108_959.php Quaint Holiday Celebration in Central Oregon Coast NeighborhoodThe Nye Beach Holiday Celebration takes over the quaint, time-traveling neighborhood of Nye Beach in Newport - on the central Oregon coast http://www.beachconnection.net/news/nyexms112008_411.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/nyexms112008_411.php Sneaky Oregon Coast Restaurant Reviews: Lincoln City's Kernville Steak and SeafoodThree and A Half Stars Out of Five: exceptional food rules in the comfort food vein and the atmosphere is somewhere between the upscale yet dreamy and relaxed. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/kernre111808_431.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/kernre111808_431.php Oregon Coast Green Flash at Sunset Caught on VideoOne magnificent natural oddity caught twice on camera on the Oregon coast in recent weeks http://www.beachconnection.net/news/gflash111608_1026.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/gflash111608_1026.php Oregon Turns from Storm to Sunny, Pleasant Weekend on Coast, PortlandThe mid-week storm wreaked plenty of havoc in the Portland, coast range and northern Oregon coast: but what a difference a day makes. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/sunwe111508_714.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/sunwe111508_714.php Culinary News from North Oregon Coast, Cannon BeachThere's been a promotion at one restaurant, and the town is letting you take home local recipes. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/cbeat111108_745.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/cbeat111108_745.php What They Miss About the Oregon CoastThere are plenty of folks who remember chunks of living history about the region, and its more rugged, even ruddy appearance and vibes. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/histor111108_512.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/histor111108_512.php First Storm of Season for Oregon Coast, PortlandA series of storms which will bring heavy rain, winds and possible flooding to the coast as well as Portland http://www.beachconnection.net/news/fstorm111108_1201.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/fstorm111108_1201.php Beach Travel News: Naussau, Caicos Islands, HawaiiIf you've got a hankering for warmer weather, Nassau, The Bahamas, Amanyara in the Turks and Caicos Islands and Hawaii beckon Oregonians http://www.beachconnection.net/news/travna111008_1201.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/travna111008_1201.php A Turn of the Season On Oregon's CoastNovember is a pivotal turning point in the seasons on the coast and an interesting mish-mash of conditions http://www.beachconnection.net/news/turnse110808_117.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/turnse110808_117.php Oregon Coast Events: Winter Calendar for Seaside, Cannon BeachThe north coast towns of Cannon Beach and Seaside are sliding into the winter and the holiday celebrations with a particularly individualistic sense of frivolity http://www.beachconnection.net/news/seacan110708_1012.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/seacan110708_1012.php Health Advisories for Five Beaches on Oregon CoastState officials say five beaches have higher-than-normal levels of bacteria in the nearby waters, meaning you should stay out of the water for a day or two. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/adv110508_215.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/adv110508_215.php New Oregon Pizza Joint Offers the UnusualThe Pizza Garden in Nehalem is becoming a culinary legend on the north Oregon coast because of some unusual offerings. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/pzgard110208_535.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/pzgard110208_535.php Thousands of Jellyfish Strand on North Oregon CoastLast week, hordes of moon jellies hit the north Oregon coast, between Gearhart and Warrenton. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/jellys103008_707.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/jellys103008_707.php World Travel News Weekly: Israel, Ireland and ItalyThere are some new travel offers in the air these days and some tempting developments overseas. 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Coast Man Makes Unusual Beach Finds and Plays FrankensteinOne Newport man has made some interesting discoveries about stuff found on the beach and even brought one specimen back to life. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/jfish102308_123.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/jfish102308_123.php Squid Invasion Grows on Oregon and Washington CoastHundreds of Humboldt Squid are now washing up in parts of the coastlines of Washington and Oregon. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/squids102108_147.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/squids102108_147.php History of North Oregon Coast Dunes Reads Like An Alien MovieThere's more to those dunes than pretty postcards: they're a testament to what happens when you screw with nature. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/dunes102008_1127.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/dunes102008_1127.php Oregon's Grand Lighthouses: Haunted or Not HauntedFour of the five lighthouses on the upper half of Oregon's coast have some of the most legendary spooky tale http://www.beachconnection.net/news/hauntl101808_941.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/hauntl101808_941.php Yachats Festival Mushrooms On Oregon Coast This WeekendThe 9th annual Village Mushroom Fest is held this weekend, Friday night through Sunday. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/mushr101708_357.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/mushr101708_357.php Stormy Weather Arts Festival Takes Over North Oregon Coast Early NovemberIt's a weekend of painters, sculptors, photographers, potters, chefs, dancers and musicians http://www.beachconnection.net/news/storma101508_702.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/storma101508_702.php Take Your Own Oregon Coast Ghost TourChecking out the purportedly haunted or paranormal spots along the Oregon coast is a non-stop kick in the pants. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/gtour101408_435.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/gtour101408_435.php Masses of Squids Washing Up on Oregon CoastDozens of Humboldt squid have been washing up on the north Oregon coast this past week. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/squid101208_1023.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/squid101208_1023.php Cannon Beach Explores North Oregon Coast Cannon and Music HistoryThe Cannon Beach History Center has a new housing for its prize exhibit, among other tidbits http://www.beachconnection.net/news/cannex101008_251.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/cannex101008_251.php The Stuff Oregon Coast Nightmares are Made ofTwo talks on Oregon coast ghost tales and other oddities will be given in Newport and Seaside in the final week of the month http://www.beachconnection.net/news/nmares100908_137.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/nmares100908_137.php Oregon Coast Foodie Event the Soiree of the YearThe Oyster Cloyster happens November 1 at the Oregon Coast Aquarium in Newport http://www.beachconnection.net/news/food100808_350.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/food100808_350.php Oregon Coast Aquarium to Become HauntedOctober 25 is the date for the sinister soiree filled with candy known as the Creatures of the Night http://www.beachconnection.net/news/ocahau100608_513.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/ocahau100608_513.php Sibling Writers Featured on Central Oregon CoastSisters in life and literature, they will both be featured authors at the Nye Beach Writers' Series in Newport on Saturday, October 18. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/sibwri100608_420.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/sibwri100608_420.php Wine and Rocktober on Central Oregon CoastIn the tiny little village of Yachats, things will be sizzling this month with wine and song. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/rockya100508_608.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/rockya100508_608.php Aquarium Puzzled by North Oregon Coast Shark FindThe half-alive creature was covered in parasites in a way they had never seen before. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/seasha100208_546.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/seasha100208_546.php First Storm of Season for Oregon CoastThe first 'storm' of the season is set to hit the Oregon coast on Friday and Saturday, bringing gusts up to 50 mph hour http://www.beachconnection.net/news/fstorm100108_454.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/fstorm100108_454.php Oregon Coast Events: Lincoln City Fall CalendarLincoln City, on the central Oregon coast, will veer into a season of cozy events http://www.beachconnection.net/news/lcity092908_1014.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/lcity092908_1014.php Treasures Large and Small at One Oregon Coast VillageThe diminutive Oregon coast burgh of Yachats is filled with a lot of manmade and natural discoveries http://www.beachconnection.net/news/yachtr092808_640.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/yachtr092808_640.php Upper Half of Oregon's Coast an Intoxicating MixIt presents plenty of untouched sands with a heavier dose of larger towns and civilization http://www.beachconnection.net/news/upper092808_515.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/upper092808_515.php Those Lovely and Tempestuous Oregon Coast WindsCoastal winds aren't just for cooling off, says one local http://www.beachconnection.net/news/lovely092708_425.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/lovely092708_425.php Wet and Dry Attractions of the Oregon CoastAuto tours are one idea, which show off fall and the scenery, but allow you a chance to stop and goof around the beach. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/wet092608_409.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/wet092608_409.php Oregon Coast Heats Up for WeekendThat glittering 'second summer' is making a stellar appearance on the Oregon coast this weekend, with weather crawling up into the 70's. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/heatup092508_506.htm http://www.beachconnection.net/news/heatup092508_506.htm Weekend of Warm Weather In Store for Oregon CoastThat glittering 'second summer' is making a stellar appearance on the Oregon coast this weekend, with weather crawling up into the 70's. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/warmw092508_513.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/warmw092508_513.php Oregon Coast Aquarium Visited by Children's ChoirThe Mwamba Uganda Childrens Choir, a group of 22 from Uganda, made a surprise appearance. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/choir092408_1226.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/choir092408_1226.php Oregon Coast Gallery Gets Stormy in NovemberDragonFire Gallery's portion of the citywide event is three days of color, light, music, food and conversation http://www.beachconnection.net/news/dragfi092308_142.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/dragfi092308_142.php The Warmer Waters of an Oregon Coast SeptemberIt's called the coast's 'Second Summer,' although many in the region sometimes consider it their main summer of the year. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/water092308_1253.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/water092308_1253.php Clean-Up of 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All events take place in or around Newport and are free. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/birds061308_425.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/birds061308_425.php Dining in Seaside: Another Favorite Oregon Coast PastimeA guide to dining and restaurants in Seaside, Oregon http://www.beachconnection.net/news/061208142seaside_oregon_restaurants_dining.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/061208142seaside_oregon_restaurants_dining.php More Phenomenal Low Tides Coming to Oregon CoastThe north coast and the central Oregon coast will see even more impressive minus tides in July. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/tides061208_1231.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/tides061208_1231.php Secrets and Basics of Clamming on Oregon CoastA guide to the basics of clamming on the Oregon coast, as well as unique secrets and insider tips http://www.beachconnection.net/news/clam061108_122.htm http://www.beachconnection.net/news/clam061108_122.htm Really Juicy Secrets of Clamming on the Oregon CoastA guide to the basics of clamming on the Oregon coast, as well as unique secrets and insider tips http://www.beachconnection.net/news/clammi061108_1238.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/clammi061108_1238.php Microbrewer Honors Famous Dog on Oregon CoastRogue Ales is honoring their revered Chairman, Brewer the Brewdawg, with his own beer, Brewer's Ale. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/beerdo060908_558.htm http://www.beachconnection.net/news/beerdo060908_558.htm Oregon Coast Dining: Eating Your Way Through Manzanita, Nehalem, RockawayIt's here where you'll find long-standing gems that seem timeless and classic, yet often cutting-edge in their culinary fireworks. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/060708415manzanita_rockaway_wheeler_dining_restaurants.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/060708415manzanita_rockaway_wheeler_dining_restaurants.php Nature Insider Tips for the Oregon CoastThere are fossil tours, wildlife tours, tips on where to find fossils, events for birders, kayaking possibilities, hidden nature spots most don't know about and much more. 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Oregon CoastInspired Cafe, inside Dragonfire Gallery of Cannon Beach, is continuing its Summer Sake Tasting series on various Saturdays throughout the summer. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/sake060408_257.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/sake060408_257.php Reggae, Rock, Blues and Wine on Central Oregon CoastIt's a summer of wine, dancing and song in the tiny town between Florence and Newport, a village already full of magic http://www.beachconnection.net/news/yachw060308_331.htm http://www.beachconnection.net/news/yachw060308_331.htm Oregon Coast Travel: Insider Tips from the Locals, Part 1Fighting high gas prices, the rules for fires on the beach, where can you go camping on the beach, avoiding getting stranded on the highway, and more. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/inside060108_645.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/inside060108_645.php SeaFest Gives Detailed Glimpse Inside, Beneath Oregon's CoastJune 28 brings the large-scale festival of scientific frivolity to the Hatfield in Newport http://www.beachconnection.net/news/seafes060108_337.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/seafes060108_337.php North Oregon Coast Visited by Grumpy Sea Lion and Cute SealA big, curmudgeonly sea lion and an adorable seal pup are lounging around two different beaches near Cannon Beach Thursday http://www.beachconnection.net/news/cutese052908_1125.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/cutese052908_1125.php Oregon Coast Aquarium Hosts World Ocean Day June 8Ocean Day on June 8 will host a variety of events highlighting the marine environment http://www.beachconnection.net/news/oday052908_414.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/oday052908_414.php North Oregon Coast Film Festival Postponed Due to Mayor's DeathThe First Annual Cannon Beach Film Festival has been changed to June 21 and 22 http://www.beachconnection.net/news/filmf052808_254.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/filmf052808_254.php Crowds Adore Cuddly Seal on Oregon CoastA baby harbor seal, only a few days old, washed up near Haystack Rock in the famed Oregon coast resort town this busy holiday weekend http://www.beachconnection.net/news/strand052708_1010.htm http://www.beachconnection.net/news/strand052708_1010.htm Thrill Rides Take Flight for Season on North CoastTwo magnificent aerial joy rides await the tourist to the Oregon coast, both with different, startling angles on fun in the skies http://www.beachconnection.net/news/flight052708_957.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/flight052708_957.php Migratory Birds Celebrated at Oregon Coast AquariumIt will celebrate International Migratory Bird Day IMBD on May 31 with activities focusing on migratory birds http://www.beachconnection.net/news/birds052308_1136.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/birds052308_1136.php Memorial Weekend Lodging Availability for Oregon CoastThe big holiday is upon us and that means big crowds on the Oregon coast. That, in turn, means few hotel rooms http://www.beachconnection.net/news/memlod052208_1204.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/memlod052208_1204.php Oregon Author Offers Travel Advice for High Gas PricesTravel author Carol White doesn't believe the ever-soaring price of gas should prohibit summer and Memorial Weekend travel, even to the Oregon coast. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/prices052108_235.htm http://www.beachconnection.net/news/prices052108_235.htm Freaky Fish and Other Finds on Oregon CoastA host of oddities have been showing up on the Oregon coast lately http://www.beachconnection.net/news/freaky052008_455.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/freaky052008_455.php Oregon Coast Microbrewery Plans Full SpringNew beers, a festival of live music, summer games and food, and various beer contests are on tap this season for Pacific City's Pelican Pub and Brewery http://www.beachconnection.net/news/ppub051808_1002.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/ppub051808_1002.php North Oregon Coast Runneth Over with New Features, EateriesThere's much that is new at the very northwestern tip of Oregon. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/astor051808_251.htm http://www.beachconnection.net/news/astor051808_251.htm NW Oregon, Coast Sweltering in Record HeatA heat advisory for western Oregon has been issued by the National Weather Service, covering I-5 corridor towns, the coast range and the Oregon coast. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/heat051608_415.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/heat051608_415.php Unusual Oregon Coast Fun for the FamilyThe Oregon coast hides some wild 'n' wacky secrets that add a whole new dimension to your getaway. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/famun051508_507.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/famun051508_507.php Central Oregon Coast Nature Walks Provided June 7Coast lovers of all ages are will get to see a familiar stretch of shoreline in a whole new way in Florence http://www.beachconnection.net/news/nwalk051508_422.htm http://www.beachconnection.net/news/nwalk051508_422.htm Dead Oregon Coast Seal Illustrates Need to Keep AwayThe elephant seal that has been resting for several days near Haystack Rock in Cannon Beach has passed away http://www.beachconnection.net/news/dseal051308_248.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/dseal051308_248.php Dog Fest and Cooking This Weekend on Central Oregon CoastBoth the cooking class and the Mutt Masters Dog Show and Olympics happen on Saturday http://www.beachconnection.net/news/lcweek051208_715.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/lcweek051208_715.php Oregon Coast Aquarium Hosts Whale of an AuthorOregon Coast Aquarium is teaming up with Writers on the Edge and Mountain Writers to bring Doug Thompson, author of 'Whales: Touching the Mystery' to Newport http://www.beachconnection.net/news/whalau051108_550.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/whalau051108_550.php Memorial Day Travel Ideas, Warnings, and Advice for Oregon CoastAn unusually detailed survival guide for Memorial Day Weekend on the Oregon coast, with a quite a few tips you've probably never even imagined http://www.beachconnection.net/news/memday051008_812.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/memday051008_812.php Central Oregon Coast Town Plans More Explosive HolidayNewport began celebrating its 125th anniversary this year, and the final chapter of the celebration will happen at the town's Fourth of July fireworks display. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/newpfo051008_411.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/newpfo051008_411.php Rockaway Beach Still an Oregon Coast HideawayIt's right on the beaten path, right there in front of you, yet it's still not one of the biggest tourist hotspots http://www.beachconnection.net/news/rway050708_349.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/rway050708_349.php Oregon Coast Calendar: Newport Events for SummerSummer heats up in the Oregon coast resort town of Newport http://www.beachconnection.net/news/newp050808_211.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/newp050808_211.php Summer of Fun at Oregon Coast AquariumThe much-lauded facility casts out a huge net of fun and frivolity for the summer http://www.beachconnection.net/news/aquar050608_939.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/aquar050608_939.php Stinky Dead Whale on North Oregon CoastA Somewhat Rare Find A beaked whale carcass that landed in Cannon Beach had quite a long ride here http://www.beachconnection.net/news/bwhal050508_448.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/bwhal050508_448.php Oregon Coast Travel: A Long Look at Rockaway BeachIt's still a little bit of a secret, in spite of its seven miles of pristine sands and being right on the main Oregon coast highway http://www.beachconnection.net/news/rockaw050408_544.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/rockaw050408_544.php Oregon Coast Events: Pacific City, Tillamook, Manzanita, RockawayIt's a summer full of fun in Tillamook County, with Pacific City, Rockaway Beach, Manzanita, Nehalem, Tillamook and Oceanside hopping like crazy http://www.beachconnection.net/news/050308941manzanita_rockaway_Pcity.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/050308941manzanita_rockaway_Pcity.php Oregon Coast Events: Florence, Yachats Summer CalendarA complete listing of events for Yachats and Florence for spring and summer http://www.beachconnection.net/news/050208301_yachats_florence_events.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/050208301_yachats_florence_events.php Sandcastle Contest Fills North Oregon Coast with ThousandsThe 44th Annual Sandcastle day Festival takes over the town on June 7 http://www.beachconnection.net/news/scast050108_352.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/scast050108_352.php Oregon Coast Aquarium Gets Ready for Exhibit of the OddIt's called Oddwater, and it will soon be the next big thing at the Oregon Coast Aquarium. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/waodd050108_201.htm http://www.beachconnection.net/news/waodd050108_201.htm Oregon Coast Range Expects Snow This Week It will mean tourists and travelers will get treated to some more scenic eye candy along coastal passes like Highway 26, Highway 18 and Highway 20 http://www.beachconnection.net/news/snow043008_251.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/snow043008_251.php Wine Flows Freely at North Oregon Coast FestivalIt's a day of wine and song in the North Oregon coastal resort town of Seaside on May 17 http://www.beachconnection.net/news/winew042808_946.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/winew042808_946.php Oregon Coast Tourism Industry Glad Snow Days Are OverNow, Oregon coast business people are looking back with lots of relief that spring is finally here and the freak snowstorms have stopped. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/snowd042708_1051.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/snowd042708_1051.php Oregon Coast Events: Florence, Yachats in Spring, SummerA complete listing of events for Yachats and Florence - on the Oregon coast - for spring and summer http://www.beachconnection.net/news/florya042708_516.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/florya042708_516.php Baby Seals Start Showing Up on Oregon CoastThe irresistible little ones have begun popping up on Oregon coast beaches, as birthing season starts up for seals along the shores. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/seals042508_513.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/seals042508_513.php Rare Visages of the Oregon CoastSome of the best views on the coast are the hardest to find, and involve the most rarest of moments. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/visage042508_315.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/visage042508_315.php Oregon Coast Lodging Surprises: Pacific City, Oceanside, Tierra Del MarThe places you'll find in sleepy Netarts, Oceanside, Tierra Del Mar, Neskowin and Pacific City will astound you http://www.beachconnection.net/news/042408322_pacificcity_oceanside_lodging.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/042408322_pacificcity_oceanside_lodging.php Aerial Joy Rides Start Again on North Oregon CoastTwo magnificent aerial joy rides await the tourist to the Oregon coast, both with different, startling angles on fun in the skies. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/airfl042308_434.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/airfl042308_434.php Don't Touch Baby Seals, Remind Oregon Coast OfficialsOfficials on the Oregon coast are getting anxious again as baby seal season kickstarts right about now. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/babyse042208_1112.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/babyse042208_1112.php Oregon Coast Weekend Travel: Enormous Crab Fest in AstoriaThe Astoria Crab and Seafood Festival is held this weekend at the Clatsop County Fairgrounds http://www.beachconnection.net/news/crabas042208_1201.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/crabas042208_1201.php Central Oregon Coast Festival a Gathering of Dogs and BeerThe Second Annual Brewer's Memorial Ale Fest has been scheduled for May 16 - 17 at the Rogue Ales World Headquarters in Newport http://www.beachconnection.net/news/dogsf042008_429.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/dogsf042008_429.php Historic Oregon Coast Finds Get Attention from PBS DetectivesHistory Detectives are now looking into them, and the public will get another chance to view them on April 29 http://www.beachconnection.net/news/histd041708_1106.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/histd041708_1106.php Film Crew on Oregon Coast with Duvall, Theron in TowAThe beaches of the north Oregon coast, parts of Portland and the Gorge will again get the Hollywood treatment this spring http://www.beachconnection.net/news/movie041708_535.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/movie041708_535.php More Than 20 Reasons to Oregon Coast It In SpringAfter the spring breaks are over, usually after the first weekend of April, so begins a time of year with a variety of really different aspects going on. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/spring041508_1137.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/spring041508_1137.php Earth Day Celebrations on Oregon Coast Two different parts of the Oregon coast will celebrate in different ways. One, in Cannon Beach, will have a very real celebration of all things wild and earthy. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/earth041408_255.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/earth041408_255.php Quirky Oregon Coast Winery Announces Year's FestivalsThe deliriously delightful and offbeat Nehalem Bay Winery, on the north Oregon coast, has announced its lineup of festivals for the coming tourist season http://www.beachconnection.net/news/winer041308_724.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/winer041308_724.php Oregon Coast Weather 'Gorgeous' for WeekendThe sun is out, spring has sprung on the Oregon coast, and that season of unusual weather patterns and other natural phenomenon called the 'secret season' seems in full bloom. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/coastw041108_442.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/coastw041108_442.php Rescued Oregon Coast Seal Adapts to New Home at SeaWorldA rescued Guadalupe fur seal that had been in rehabilitation at the Oregon Coast Aquarium is doing well in her new home at SeaWorld in San Diego http://www.beachconnection.net/news/seawo041008_531.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/seawo041008_531.php Oregon Coast Ghost Forest In Peril By Erosion That Exposed ItThe chunk of ghost forest at Neskowin is visible year-round these days, and it appears it may be in trouble in the future. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/erosn040908_756.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/erosn040908_756.php Invasive Species Threaten Oregon Coast in Unexpected WayIt's the citizens of the state of Oregon versus small plants and creatures known as invasive species http://www.beachconnection.net/news/spec040908_313.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/spec040908_313.php Oregon Launches Fight Against Invasive SpeciesIt's the citizens of the state of Oregon versus small plants and creatures known as invasive species http://www.beachconnection.net/news/invasv040908_222.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/invasv040908_222.php Dogs Take Over Oregon Coast Town in MayEvery dog has his day, and May 17 brings the Mutt Masters dog festival in the central Oregon coast town of Lincoln City. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/dogs040808_511.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/dogs040808_511.php Oregon Coast Mysteries Make for Layered Tourism ExperienceMother Nature can be a serious freak on the Oregon coast, but in a delightful way http://www.beachconnection.net/news/omyst040608_743.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/omyst040608_743.php Fun With Food Classes for the Masses on Oregon CoastLincoln City is again energizing the food world with another series of intriguing classes http://www.beachconnection.net/news/foodma040608_211.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/foodma040608_211.php Famed 'Secret Season' Descending on Oregon CoastIt's the most neglected time of the year on the coast, yet it probably has the most interesting and awe-inspiring aspects of any season http://www.beachconnection.net/news/sspring040408_235.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/sspring040408_235.php Oregon Coast Brewery Wins Australian AwardsThe Pelican Pub and Brewery recently came away with 10 prizes at the 2008 Australian International Beer Awards Festival http://www.beachconnection.net/news/beer040308_248.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/beer040308_248.php April Wine and Live Music in Tiny Oregon Coast TownIt's days of wine and song in Yachats throughout the spring, with a steady schedule of wine tasting events and live rock, reggae and world music http://www.beachconnection.net/news/aprily040208_347.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/aprily040208_347.php Oregon Coast Weather Favors Washington Spring BreakersThe consistent mix of good with rainy conditions is something coastal locals are trying to emphasize about the area: it's not always as the weather reports spell it out to be. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/spweat040108_535.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/spweat040108_535.php North Oregon Coast Art Scene Has New AdditionsSeaside area galleries and stores are undertaking a particularly inviting first Saturday Art Walk on April 5 http://www.beachconnection.net/news/norart033108_311.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/norart033108_311.php Oregon Travel Tips: Sandy Wonders of the CoastFor most of the tourists to the Oregon Coast, it's the sandy stretches of beaches that are the big attraction. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/sandy032908_820.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/sandy032908_820.php Oregon Coast Cleansing Sees Whale, Weather Buoy and CancellationsIcy conditions hurt attendance, but cleaners found a live whale, a weather buoy, a TV, water tanks, burned furniture and other oddities http://www.beachconnection.net/news/beachc032908_711.htm http://www.beachconnection.net/news/beachc032908_711.htm Oregon Coast Cleanup Finds Weather Buoy, Whale and CancellationsIcy conditions hurt attendance, but cleaners found a live whale, a weather buoy, a TV, water tanks, burned furniture and other oddities http://www.beachconnection.net/news/bclean032908_634.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/bclean032908_634.php Snow on Oregon Beaches for Spring Break, Roads Fine During the DayThere's still plenty of good news for spring breakers, however, as not only are conditions fine for driving during the day, but you'll likely get to see the rare, coveted sight of snow on the beaches. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/snoww032708_1040.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/snoww032708_1040.php Oregon Coast Spring Break Lodging OpeningsThe second week of spring break promises to be a monster, with two states on vacation and various events http://www.beachconnection.net/news/sprlod032608_1103.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/sprlod032608_1103.php Run of Killer Whales Coming Soon to Central Oregon CoastAround April, killer whales approach the area and patrol the central coast waters, looking for baby gray whales and maybe a few sea lions or seals to munch on http://www.beachconnection.net/news/killw032608_711.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/killw032608_711.php Week of Wacky Weather and Waves on Oregon CoastAs snow looms on the horizon for much of Oregon, the Oregon coast gets prepared for a trace of that as well as looks back at a run of interesting, wacky weather. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/weath032508_733.htm http://www.beachconnection.net/news/weath032508_733.htm Oregon's Whale Week Off to Good Start320 whales were spotted on Saturday, all along the Oregon coast, from Brookings to Cape Disappointment, Washington. 316 were spotted Monday. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/wweek032408_1038.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/wweek032408_1038.php Lower Elevations of Oregon and Coast May See Snow This WeekWith a decidedly non-spring break spirit, the National Weather Service is predicting there could be some snow on the Oregon coast and the coast range this week http://www.beachconnection.net/news/snbrk032308_1121.htm http://www.beachconnection.net/news/snbrk032308_1121.htm Oregon Coast Aquarium Springs to Life Over the SeasonNewport's Oregon Coast Aquarium is buzzing with activity for the next few months, with a ton of activities for kidlets, happening every week http://www.beachconnection.net/news/aqspri032308_241.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/aqspri032308_241.php Whales, Whales, Whales This Week on Oregon CoastThe complete guide to the big whale watch week - March 22 through 29 - on the Oregon coast http://www.beachconnection.net/news/whalw032108_626.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/whalw032108_626.php Oregon Coast Picks for Week One of Spring BreakThere's a bundle of stuff happening on the coast this weekend, just as the main spring break week for most Oregon schools kicks into gear. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/spicks031808_931.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/spicks031808_931.php SOLV Seeks Volunteers for Spring Clean Up of Oregon CoastThe 24th annual Great Oregon Spring Beach Cleanup is scheduled for Saturday, March 29, where thousands of volunteers are needed to help clean Oregon's beaches http://www.beachconnection.net/news/solvcl031808_244.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/solvcl031808_244.php Freaky Crab Findings on Two Ends of Oregon CoastIn Newport, a mass stranding of crabs has drawn some attention, and in Seaside, someone has discovered a Siamese twin crab maturing amidst a brood of thousands of scarlet king crabs. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/fcrab031708_356.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/fcrab031708_356.php Oregon Coast Events for the Season: Lincoln CitySpring rushes in like a lion on the central coast, with Lincoln City bustling with activities for families and grownups. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/splc031508_542.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/splc031508_542.php Spring Things To Do for Families and Adults on N. Oregon CoastSeaside and Cannon Beach will go nuts during the season http://www.beachconnection.net/news/spthin031408_425.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/spthin031408_425.php Northbound Whales Already Spotted on Oregon Coast as Whale Week ApproachesMarch 22 through 29 brings the big whale watch week for the Oregon coast, as thousands of whales begin making their way north http://www.beachconnection.net/news/whalew031408_1211.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/whalew031408_1211.php The Challenges of Oregon Coast Spring BreakOne of life's biggest pleasures is finding a hidden beach spot with nary a soul around. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/chall030608_1158.htm http://www.beachconnection.net/news/chall030608_1158.htm Oregon Coast Cannon Artifacts Open for Public View March 18Locals and media can see the cannon at Nehalem Bay State Park, but other rarities are still viewable on the beaches http://www.beachconnection.net/news/view031108_529.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/view031108_529.php N. Oregon Coast Facility May Have Two Scientific FirstsIt appears the Seaside Aquarium is the first to photograph or even raise the young of a scarlet king crab http://www.beachconnection.net/news/kcrab031008_533.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/kcrab031008_533.php Busy Tourist Weekend Brought Danger, Deaths to Oregon CoastSunny conditions and somewhat deceptively calm seas brought a flood of visitors to the Oregon coast over the weekend, but with that came a run of rescues and two fatalities. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/resc030908_511.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/resc030908_511.php Brown Waves Puzzle North Oregon Coast VisitorsA run of thick brown goo has been causing a buzz on the north Oregon coast over the busy weekend http://www.beachconnection.net/news/broww030908_120.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/broww030908_120.php New Claims, Problems for Oregon Coast Artifacts and OdditiesArtifacts recently found on the coast apparently have a new owner and some exceptionally strange tourist attractions may be in danger http://www.beachconnection.net/news/artif030608_533.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/artif030608_533.php Seasons Bring Railroad and Arts Fun to Oregon CoastMay and the fall months will provide an extra thrill for two kinds of people: those in love with old railroads and steam engines, and those with a passion for arts and crafts http://www.beachconnection.net/news/rails030808_1011.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/rails030808_1011.php Oregon Coast Aquarium Seeks Youth VolunteersExplore the fascinating world of marine science and share knowledge as an Aquarium interpreter http://www.beachconnection.net/news/youth030508_657.htm http://www.beachconnection.net/news/youth030508_657.htm Finding Hidden Oregon Coast Beaches at Spring BreakThese beaches are the best for finding yourself completely alone, even during spring madness. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/break030608_1211.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/break030608_1211.php Latest On Oregon Coast Historic, Geological AttractionsArtifacts recently found on the Oregon coast apparently have a new owner and some exceptionally strange tourist attractions may be in danger http://www.beachconnection.net/news/histor030508_256.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/histor030508_256.php Oregon Coast Science Facility Features Sea Turtle SaturdayOn March 15, it's March Sea Turtle Saturday at Newport's Hatfield Marine Science Center, which presents an in-depth look at the species which does indeed exist off the Oregon coast http://www.beachconnection.net/news/seatur030408_1112.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/seatur030408_1112.php Oregon Coast Turtle and Octopus Find New Homes Staff at the Seaside Aquarium gave away the body of a loggerhead turtle to the Hatfield Marine Science Center last week, and they will release its resident octopus back into the wild. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/turt030308_343.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/turt030308_343.php Goodbye Larry Norman: Friend of Mine, Friend of the Coast Christian rocker Larry Norman - who passed away in Salem, Oregon on February 24 - left a big impression on me. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/larry030208_1103.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/larry030208_1103.php Cooking Classes Spice Up Oregon Coast in March Lincoln City's Pacific Coast Center for Culinary Arts holds classes on the elegant art of making small plates and another on entertaining appetizers http://www.beachconnection.net/news/cookc030108_721.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/cookc030108_721.php More Oregon Coast Discoveries: Possible Doom for Ghost Forest The now-infamous sand erosion of the coast has resulted in more geologic drama and finds, including possible threats to an ancient stand of forest http://www.beachconnection.net/news/bedroc022808_1115.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/bedroc022808_1115.php Astounding Oregon Coast Hikes, Killer ViewsThe coming of spring means hiking to many. And if you're looking for an astounding view with your hike, the Oregon oast is calling you. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/hikeas022808_341.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/hikeas022808_341.php Oregon Coast Seal, Octopus Get New Lease on LifeAn endangered seal has a new home in San Diego, while the Hatfield will release its octopus into the wild to breed http://www.beachconnection.net/news/oseal022808_1148.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/oseal022808_1148.php Crab and Seafood Festival Crawls Back to Oregon's North CoastThe historic fishing communities of Astoria and Warrenton again celebrate the incredible bounty of fresh Oregon seafood this April during the 26th annual Astoria-Warrenton Crab and Seafood Festival. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/crabs022808_111.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/crabs022808_111.php Oregon Coast Relics Gone in Three Months Without Preservation MethodsThe now-famous cannon would fall apart in three months without current preservation methods, and restoring these could take as long as two years, officials said. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/relics022808_321.htm http://www.beachconnection.net/news/relics022808_321.htm Quick Facts About Oregon Coast Treasures, Geologic WondersMuch of the United States is focusing on the Oregon coast at this time, with various geologic developments and historic objects popping up left and right. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/quick022508_411.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/quick022508_411.php How To Find Oregon Coast Odd Discoveries, ArtifactsIf you want to play tresure hunter or geology explorer on the coast, here's a list of places to find the good stuff http://www.beachconnection.net/news/discov022408_739.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/discov022408_739.php The Science Behind Oregon Coast's Recent TreasuresA big rush of unusual objects, some thousands to millions of years old, have been appearing on the Oregon coast. Here's why and how. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/treas022408_1222.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/treas022408_1222.php Oregon Coast Labyrinth Maze Gets to Spiritual CenterOne church in Lincoln City is bringing the age-old tradition back with a special Labyrinth walk on February 29 and March 1 http://www.beachconnection.net/news/labyr022108_1111.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/labyr022108_1111.php Oregon Coast Sand and Plants Examined in Florence Beach Walk, LecturePresentations on beach sand and coastal plants will happen in Florence on March 4 http://www.beachconnection.net/news/bwalk022108_1225.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/bwalk022108_1225.php Buried Cannons Removed from Oregon Coast BeachStaff from Oregon Parks and Recreation Department late Tuesday removed a pair of historic cannons that had been buried on a north Oregon coast beach http://www.beachconnection.net/news/cannb022108_1201.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/cannb022108_1201.php Oregon Coast Lodging Scarce Over Big Events WeekendThis is one exciting weekend you don't want to miss on the Oregon coast, for a number of reasons beyond the festivals. But lodging is a rarity http://www.beachconnection.net/news/wavail022008_333.htm http://www.beachconnection.net/news/wavail022008_333.htm Oregon Coast Sand Uncovers Ancient Artifacts, Forest and FormationsTwo historic cannons from a shipwreck were found, as well as strange formations that look like something out of Dr. Suess and forest stumps at least 4,000 years old http://www.beachconnection.net/news/cannon021908_801.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/cannon021908_801.php Birds and the Blues Make for Huge Festival on Oregon CoastIt's one gigantic mixture of music and outdoor recreation - in some very unexpected ways, all happening this weekend. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/birds021808_411.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/birds021808_411.php Wine Festival on Central Oregon Coast Thanks SponsorsThe Newport Chamber wishes to thank the many sponsors of the festival that have made the massive event possible. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/sponso021808_335.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/sponso021808_335.php Strange-Colored Waves on Oregon Coast Not PollutionIt's not pollution. It's not algae. It's not an oil spill from a shipwreck, nor is it sewage or sludge of some sort. It's actually a good thing. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/wavebr021508_448.htm http://www.beachconnection.net/news/wavebr021508_448.htm Winners Announced in Oregon Coast Wine CompetitionNewport's 31st Annual Seafood and Wine Festival Commercial Wine Competition awarded awarded 25 gold Medals, 31 Silver and 43 Bronze. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/wcomp021708_711.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/wcomp021708_711.php Three Secret Views on the Oregon CoastSome of the best views on the Oregon coast are the hardest to find, and lurk behind hidden spots or exist only at certain moments http://www.beachconnection.net/news/threes021508_512.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/threes021508_512.php Subtle Signs of Spring This Week on Oregon CoastIt promises to be a fairly sunny Valentine's Day and three-day weekend on Oregon's Pacific playground http://www.beachconnection.net/news/weekw021408_348.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/weekw021408_348.php Newport, Oregon Gets New Branding MakeoverThe central Oregon coast resort town of Newport has a new image, at least in the marketing sense. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/brand021208_624.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/brand021208_624.php Staggeringly Cool Ideas for Oregon Coast RomanceBe it the season of Valentine's or be it any time of the year, Oregon's coastline has essentially cornered the market for cuddle-inducing possibilities and gushy activities for the hand-holding set http://www.beachconnection.net/news/romanc021108_123.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/romanc021108_123.php Vacation Home Agency Expands to North Oregon CoastOregon Beach Vacations is getting ready to expand its operation to include cities all the way up to Astoria. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/rental020908_523.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/rental020908_523.php Ghost Hunters Say Oregon Winery HauntedAccording to some employees and a group of ghost hunters, the Nehalem Bay Winery, on the north Oregon coast, hosts more than wine spirits http://www.beachconnection.net/news/winegh020808_629.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/winegh020808_629.php Pictures of Oregon Coast Unusual Moments, OdditiesThey are the things rarely seen by tourists, even many locals. Those matchless moments or singular events so off the wall they seem unreal sometimes. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/unus020808_257.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/unus020808_257.php Nature Programs Bring Out Best of Oregon CoastThroughout February and March, as winter slides slowly into spring, the nature programs pick up on the Oregon coast. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/nature020608_121.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/nature020608_121.php The Oregon Coast That Whizzes ByRegular trips up and down more than 130 miles of Oregon coast yield sights that would pop the eyes out of almost any visitor http://www.beachconnection.net/news/whiz020508_941.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/whiz020508_941.php Oregon Coast Picks of the Week: Rock, Fossils and TrufflesIt's a mixed and wondrous bag of food, rock n roll, strange fossil finds and some stunning places to stay on the central coast that will spark the imagination http://www.beachconnection.net/news/fosspi020508_416.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/fosspi020508_416.php Sea Lion Kisses and Dining w Sharks at Oregon Coast Aquarium Get kissed by a sea lion during Valentine's Day sea lion encounters, February 14, and a special 'Breakfast with the Sharks' program on the following President's Day Weekend http://www.beachconnection.net/news/sealk020408_156.htm http://www.beachconnection.net/news/sealk020408_156.htm Antique Week to Dominate Central Oregon Coast AgainLincoln City's Antique Week kicks off this week, on February 8, and runs until February 18, with a bevy of activities all over town, including appraisals by national TV figure Harry Rinker http://www.beachconnection.net/news/antiqu020408_1235.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/antiqu020408_1235.php Valentine's Day Highlights on Oregon CoastThe Oregon coast and the cuddliest of holidays - Valentine's Day - were a match made in heaven http://www.beachconnection.net/news/vhi020308_1116.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/vhi020308_1116.php Eagles, Agates, Sand Movement and Critters on Oregon Coast Beach This Week It's been another eventful week on Oregon's coast from Seaside to Newport, with the weather and the waves causing a variety of changes on the beaches, as well as all sorts of stuff washing up or being exposed. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/eagle020108_533.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/eagle020108_533.php Baby Oregon Coast Whale Died of Blunt Trauma, Say ScientistsThe baby gray whale that washed up on the beach at Seaside almost two weeks ago managed to contribute to science a bit on January 25, as well as to the education of a group of youngsters from the north coast town. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/necrop013108_246.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/necrop013108_246.php Oregon Coast Wacky Weather, Picks of the WeekThere's some tricky weather on tap for the week, which will later likely yield some surprises on the beaches http://www.beachconnection.net/news/wepick013008_313.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/wepick013008_313.php Volunteer Enrollment Now Open at Oregon Coast AquariumSpring Volunteer Training gets underway March 11 at the Oregon Coast Aquarium http://www.beachconnection.net/news/volun012908_1025.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/volun012908_1025.php Kooky Creatures Keep Washing Up On Oregon CoastThis week, on the central coast, some real curiosities landed onshore, while in Cannon Beach a freaky fish made a stir recently. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/creat012808_1255.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/creat012808_1255.php Snowy Times and Warnings for Coast Range, Oregon CoastIt's been a bit extra white on the coast this weekend, and more is predicted for the shoreline as well as the coast range routes to the beach http://www.beachconnection.net/news/snowy012708_1130.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/snowy012708_1130.php Festival of Sweets on N. Oregon Coast Next WeekendIt happens all around town, with numerous businesses in Seaside getting sweet on the visitor, providing a dazzling array of delicious delights, which sometimes includes seafood http://www.beachconnection.net/news/sweet012508_733.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/sweet012508_733.php Oregon Coast Picks of the Week: Weather, Song, Romance and FoodThere are some other events you should check out - actually well worth driving out to the coast for by themselves http://www.beachconnection.net/news/wpick012308_614.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/wpick012308_614.php Baby Whale, Baby Seal Wind Up on North Oregon Coast BeachIt was a case of the crusty and the cute on the north Oregon coast http://www.beachconnection.net/news/whle012308_354.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/whle012308_354.php Sea Turtles, Whales Spotlighted at Central Oregon Coast EventsOne event spotlights sea turtles, and the other features whales during the spring break whale watch week http://www.beachconnection.net/news/turtle012108_1040.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/turtle012108_1040.php Dolphin from California Makes Rare Appearance on Oregon CoastA northern right whale dolphin was found on a beach in the Cannon Beach area, the first time this species has ever shown up on the Oregon coast http://www.beachconnection.net/news/dolph012208_1248.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/dolph012208_1248.php Keys to Watching for Oregon Coast Sneaker WavesHere's the weird hidden secret about sneaker waves: you may have a way to watch out for these deadly monsters of the sea. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/ksneak012008_311.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/ksneak012008_311.php Insane Weather on Tap for Oregon CoastTowns like Seaside, Cannon Beach, Rockaway Beach, Lincoln City and Newport will be out in the cold this weekend, but no snow for the beach towns http://www.beachconnection.net/news/insan012108_413.htm http://www.beachconnection.net/news/insan012108_413.htm Three-Day Weekend A Stunner on Oregon CoastStellar weather is predicted, whale watching will be great and some weird geologic wonders have popped up http://www.beachconnection.net/news/stun011808_541.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/stun011808_541.php Oregon Coast History Center Celebrates 60 YearsSeveral events in April will celebrate decades of preserving the Oregon coast experience in the Newport area http://www.beachconnection.net/news/histce011708_1044.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/histce011708_1044.php Wine Fest on Oregon Coast Announces E-TicketsThe E-tickets - like the group tickets - will have a special line at the festival, allowing e-ticket holders to bypass the normally long lines of those who are waiting to get in. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/winef011608_322.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/winef011608_322.php CD Review: Kids Book Bridges Oregon Coast, Portland'One Night in Frogtown' is a massive, impressive collaboration between an Oregon coast writer/producer, a Portland illustrator and a host of Portland musicians http://www.beachconnection.net/news/cdrev011608_1022.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/cdrev011608_1022.php Oregon Coast Shop Features Wine Tasting Each WeekendThe Wine Place, the Yachats wine shop specializing in Oregon vintners, announces free wine tasting every Saturday in January and February http://www.beachconnection.net/news/ywine011507_217.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/ywine011507_217.php Oregon Coast Travel: Legendary Lodgings of Waldport and Seal RockSouth Beach, Waldport and Seal Rock cloister dozens of mesmerizing places to stay http://www.beachconnection.net/news/011408149_waldportoregon_lodging.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/011408149_waldportoregon_lodging.php Wonders of Earth and Sea on Oregon Coast Can Be Odd, Even ScaryFrom tiny creatures that look they should come from space to massive lava flows hundreds of miles long http://www.beachconnection.net/news/earth011308_1117.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/earth011308_1117.php February FossilFest Digs Deep Into Oregon CoastFebruary 9 brings the festival of fossils to Newport, with kids activities, a fossil swap, samples and lectures and more http://www.beachconnection.net/news/fossil011208_511.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/fossil011208_511.php Oregon Coast Winery is Haunted, say Ghost ResearchersA group of ghost hunters visited in the fall and believe the Oregon coast legend has more than wine spirits floating about http://www.beachconnection.net/news/wghost011008_112.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/wghost011008_112.php Oregon Coast Earthquake, Weather Turn Out Non-Events A magnitude 6.4 earthquake occurred off the Oregon coast Wednesday night, as high winds and rain began pummeling the region http://www.beachconnection.net/news/quake011008_1211.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/quake011008_1211.php Unusual and Unpleasant Unearthed by Oregon Coast Surf 4,000-year-old oddities are appearing south of Newport, beach erosion creates interesting sights on the N. coast, and the dead appear on other beaches. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/oddit010808_234.htm http://www.beachconnection.net/news/oddit010808_234.htm Ocean Takes Out Chunk of Central Oregon Coast CliffWaves damaged pavement in Newport, tossed up logs in Gearhart and have caused some erosion http://www.beachconnection.net/news/damag010607_1102.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/damag010607_1102.php North Oregon Coast Hosts Cutting Edge Barbershop FestivalThe shows will be held Friday and Saturday January 18 - 19 at the Seaside Convention Center, 4125 1st Ave, Seaside http://www.beachconnection.net/news/barber010608_322.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/barber010608_322.php Huge Wave Surges on Oregon Coast - Secrets to Watching Them Look for monster waves to come barreling in at your favorite beach spot, creating some irresistible photographic moments http://www.beachconnection.net/news/ssurge120407_442.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/ssurge120407_442.php Locals: Storm A 'Visual Symphony,' Good for Oregon CoastWind gusts may reach up to 70 mph and it will include enormous surf, but tourism officials are concerned people will get scared away http://www.beachconnection.net/news/sgood120407_1229.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/sgood120407_1229.php A Week Full of Wild Weather and Storms on Oregon CoastIf you're looking for the first major storm action and drama of 2008, this week will provide plenty of theater http://www.beachconnection.net/news/wstorm010308_118.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/wstorm010308_118.php Man Caught Stealing from Whale Carcass on Oregon CoastFederal authorities are investigating the situation, which may result in a fine as high as 100,000 dollars http://www.beachconnection.net/news/swhale010207_322.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/swhale010207_322.php Oregon Coast Winter Calendar: Lincoln City January to MarchThroughout January, February and the warming month of March, a variety of happenings take place throughout the central Oregon oast city http://www.beachconnection.net/news/lcity123107_1217.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/lcity123107_1217.php Oregon Coast Best of Awards for the YearAnd the winners are: best of Oregon coast restaurants, lodgings, science, odd events in nature and stunning moments for 2007 http://www.beachconnection.net/news/best123007_722.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/best123007_722.php Remarkable Oregon Coast Moments of 2007This year it was a nonstop tour of wacky moments and escapades, with green flashes at sunset, weird ancient forests, decaying seal corpses and more. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/moment122907_322.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/moment122907_322.php Oregon Coast Aquarium Experiences Stellar Year2007 kicked proverbial behind for the Oregon Coast Aquarium, with a bevy of bountiful achievements http://www.beachconnection.net/news/aqyr122807_311.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/aqyr122807_311.php Oregon Coast New Year's Eve Lodging AvailabilityYou don't want to just head out to the coast for New Year's Eve and hope to find a place to stay after you've partied like it was 1999. It probably won't happen http://www.beachconnection.net/news/nyeav122607_1057.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/nyeav122607_1057.php Small Dinosaur Winds Up on North Oregon CoastChristmas Eve brought an unusual and ancient traveler, as a large sea turtle washed up just north of Seaside, on a beach in Gearhart http://www.beachconnection.net/news/dinos122607_512.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/dinos122607_512.php Interesting Beach Finds for Popular Holiday Week on Oregon CoastIt's a time of oddities and delights, such as wild erosion, agates, ghost forests and crabbing and shellfish surprises, along with the whales http://www.beachconnection.net/news/122607_1228.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/122607_1228.php Holiday Brings High Surf and Flood Advisories to Oregon CoastIt's going to be a foamy, sudsy and wet Christmas on the coast, as the National Weather Service has issued a high surf warning and a flood warning for Monday http://www.beachconnection.net/news/hsurf122407_411.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/hsurf122407_411.php Still Some Misconceptions about Oregon Coast ConditionsThings have been slow on the Oregon coast, even though roads have been fine since days after the big storm and there is wild stuff to be found http://www.beachconnection.net/news/mcoast122207_825.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/mcoast122207_825.php Oregon Coast Aquarium Throws out the 'Claws' for the OddwaterStaff will soon dismantle the Claws exhibit for the Oddwater feature coming in 08 http://www.beachconnection.net/news/oddwat122107_1047.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/oddwat122107_1047.php Special New Year Dinner at Oregon Coast CastleNew Year's Eve takes an especially glittering turn this year with another intriguing celebration at a castle on the north coast, Arch Cape House http://www.beachconnection.net/news/nydinn122107_111.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/nydinn122107_111.php Sizzling Places to Spend Cold Holiday Nights on Oregon CoastThe Oregon coast is a big tradition for countless families, who check in for a night to often the whole week, enjoying the storms, whale watch week and even those sunny days http://www.beachconnection.net/news/holid122007_717.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/holid122007_717.php Whale Sightings on Oregon Coast At Record Levels This YearSightings of whales have been smokin' all year long, and it could mean a bonanza of whales and their tails for tourists to the Oregon coastline http://www.beachconnection.net/news/wsight121907_1151.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/wsight121907_1151.php Big Winds, Surf Ready to Wow Oregon CoastA wind warning is back, but residents are urging visitors to come and see the madness now http://www.beachconnection.net/news/wstorm121807_1017.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/wstorm121807_1017.php Winds a Non-Issue on Oregon Coast, But More Coming Although this storm carried little punch, the coastal region is bracing for a series of storms throughout the next week which could turn out some heavy-handed winds. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/mores121607_716.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/mores121607_716.php The Really Interesting Oregon Coast Beachy Gift Guide For those looking for something more than a little different for a holiday gift, consider the beach bum in your life http://www.beachconnection.net/news/giftx121507_944.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/giftx121507_944.php Another Storm Expected to Blow Onto Oregon Coast Sunday A strong front is causing a high wind watch on the coast, which could pose problems with trees weakened by the previous storm http://www.beachconnection.net/news/storm121507_1250.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/storm121507_1250.php Oregon Coast Seafood-Wine Fest Offers Special Group Tickets Newport's Seafood Wine Fest happens Feb. 22 - 24, and group tickets are now on sale http://www.beachconnection.net/news/swf121307_437.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/swf121307_437.php Oregon Coast Aquarium Feeds Minds with Fun During Winter Break A variety of events for kids are planned for the Xmas vacation week http://www.beachconnection.net/news/winter121207_1013.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/winter121207_1013.php Ten-Mile Stretch of Oregon Coast Covered in Living, Dead Stuff Thanks to the storm of last week, there are some curious nuggets of nature for people to see - not to mention glimpses of damage of a historical nature http://www.beachconnection.net/news/tenm121207_1141.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/tenm121207_1141.php New Year's Eve on the Oregon Coast: The Complete Guide The world of the Oregon coast comes alive with a particular kind of sparkle and energy, along with the sparkling stuff that flows freely on this night http://www.beachconnection.net/news/nyeve121107_1011.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/nyeve121107_1011.php Oregon Coast Tempest Coughs Up Wacky Things on Beaches It's a beachcombers paradise now: Catch glimpses of sand erosion, prehistoric forest stumps and a ten-mile stretch of ocean debris that filled with all sorts of weird things, both living and dead. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/tempes121007_1112.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/tempes121007_1112.php North Oregon Coast Town Recovers from Storm Drama There is a palpable relief present in the normalcy of people heading to their first Monday morning workday since the end of the north Oregon coast blackout http://www.beachconnection.net/news/reflec121007_543.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/reflec121007_543.php Bad and Good Santa at North Oregon Coast Brewpub It's 'Breakfast with Santa' at the Pelican Pub and Brewery in Pacific City on December 15, just as the brewpub launches its new seasonal ale, 'Bad Santa.' http://www.beachconnection.net/news/brewp120907_616.htm http://www.beachconnection.net/news/brewp120907_616.htm Spirits Good on Oregon Coast Despite No Power Oregon Coast residents are glad to be getting the power on, essentially again joining civilization, but not everyone was in a bad mood http://www.beachconnection.net/news/afters120707_955.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/afters120707_955.php Wild Stories Emerge from Oregon Coast Tempest One woman nearly lost her dog to a gust. Another fell through a second story floor and broke her ribs. Two people died in the Nehalem area., and the list goes on http://www.beachconnection.net/news/postst120707_611.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/postst120707_611.php Oregon Coast Aquarium Encounters Little in Wake of Storm One thing that was not in the news was the Oregon Coast Aquarium http://www.beachconnection.net/news/aqstor120707_347.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/aqstor120707_347.php Whales Make a Splash on Oregon Coast This Month Something like 18,000 whales are going to put on a show at the end of December - and Newport, Oregon will be in the middle of it all. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/wwatch120707_723.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/wwatch120707_723.php Important Utilities Updates for Oregon Coast Residents, Travelers An updated list of useful and important information for those still on the Oregon coast or those considering a trip there. http://www.beachconnection.net/news/update120507_718.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/update120507_718.php Oregon Coast Slowly Pulls Out of Melee, Some Phones Still Out The central Oregon coast is mostly back up and running, but the north coast is still in the dark ages http://www.beachconnection.net/news/phone120507_346.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/phone120507_346.php Oregon Coast Begins Massive Recovery Effort Oregon coast residents and tourism businesses are still struggling with primitive conditions caused by a lack of phone service and no power http://www.beachconnection.net/news/recover120407_958.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/recover120407_958.php Oregon Coast Damage 'Worse Than Columbus Day Storm' With gusts over 100 mph, trees down everywhere you look, power out along almost the entire northern half of the Oregon coast, and major damage to property, the region is in the middle of what many consider the worst storm ever http://www.beachconnection.net/news/stormd120307_438.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/stormd120307_438.php Storm Slams, Floods Oregon Coast; Power Outages Reported The worst of the storm hasn't even hit yet and damage and power outages are reported all over http://www.beachconnection.net/news/flood120307_1130.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/flood120307_1130.php Esoteric Holiday Gift Ideas for the Cerebral Music Lover A guide to interesting music for the lover of tunes just a bit different http://www.beachconnection.net/news/musicr120207_1121.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/musicr120207_1121.php Eating Up Oregon Coast Beaches There are lots of edible stuff on the beach, just lying around. You'll be surprised about the smorgasboard floating in Oregon coast tidepools http://www.beachconnection.net/news/eating120107_625.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/eating120107_625.php Ocean Issues, Preservation Examined at Oregon Coast Meeting Rocky shorelines of the Oregon coast will the focus in Florence, December 7 and 8 http://www.beachconnection.net/news/tpool120207_540.htm http://www.beachconnection.net/news/tpool120207_540.htm Hurricane-like Winds, High Surf Warning on Oregon Coast Oregon's coast will soon bear the brunt of what could be one of the biggest storms in a decade, with almost hurricane force winds, a high surf warning and a floodwatch all set to hit this weekend and Monday http://www.beachconnection.net/news/windst120107_646.htm http://www.beachconnection.net/news/windst120107_646.htm New Years Party at a Castle on Oregon Coast New Year's Eve takes an especially glittering turn this year with another intriguing celebration at a castle on the north Oregon coast http://www.beachconnection.net/news/castle113007_315.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/castle113007_315.php Crabbing on Oregon Coast at its Prime Right Now It's a season of great oceanic gifts for those who love crabbing on the Oregon coast http://www.beachconnection.net/news/crab112907_552.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/crab112907_552.php Oregon Coast Real Estate Battles: Fighting to Get Your Property Some things you should know before you give up on buying that bit of Oregon coast real estate you've had in mind http://www.beachconnection.net/news/estate112807_1121.htm http://www.beachconnection.net/news/estate112807_1121.htm Snow Advisory Means Wary Travel for Oregon Coast Range Snow is sticking and freezing temperatures are happening above 1000 feet in the Oregon coast range http://www.beachconnection.net/news/snoww112807_548.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/snoww112807_548.php A Different Holiday Gift Guide: Unique Oregon Coast Goodies Buying Christmas gifts online can take a decidedly relaxed turn by turning to the beach. 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numerous downed trees and outages http://www.beachconnection.net/news/sdamg111207_523.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/sdamg111207_523.php Big Waves, Surf to Batter Oregon Coast Monday The National Weather Service has issued a high wind warning and a high surf advisory, meaning spectacular but dangerous conditions http://www.beachconnection.net/news/bwave111107_826.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/bwave111107_826.php Those Trippy 'Magic Rock' Beaches of the Oregon Coast A weird delight for tourists and locals alike, it's a puzzling, esoteric noise created by stones moving and crackling in the tide http://www.beachconnection.net/news/mrocks111007_955.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/mrocks111007_955.php The Truth About Oregon Coast Winter Weather Storms and pouring rain certainly are more frequent, but you're in for a load of surprises about what else happens http://www.beachconnection.net/news/wintw111007_738.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/wintw111007_738.php Sneaker Waves Mar Oregon Coast Stormwatching Experience The most action-packed season requires the most caution http://www.beachconnection.net/news/swave110907_812.htm http://www.beachconnection.net/news/swave110907_812.htm North Oregon Coast Town Hosts Colorful Wine Walk Seaside's downtown Wine Walk happens November 17, with many wineries offering samplings of their creations http://www.beachconnection.net/news/winewk110907_346.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/winewk110907_346.php Oregon Coast Events Calendar: Holidays in Seaside, Cannon Beach The season gets off to a ringing start on the north Oregon coast http://www.beachconnection.net/news/ncoast110813_915.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/ncoast110813_915.php A Sea Of Holiday Lights at Oregon Coast Aquarium The aquarium will host its 15th annual holiday event on Nov. 30 and Dec. 1 http://www.beachconnection.net/news/aqholi110607_839.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/aqholi110607_839.php Oregon Coast Calendar: Events for Pacific City, Tillamook, Rockaway and Nehalem Bay Happenings all along Tillamook County from November until the end of December http://www.beachconnection.net/news/tilla110507_608.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/tilla110507_608.php National Weather Service Predictions: What It Means for Oregon's Coast It could mean more stormy weather and interesting beachcombing, but forecasters aren't yet sure. 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4 http://www.beachconnection.net/news/storyw102907_121.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/storyw102907_121.php Famed Quilts, Oregon Coast Preservation in Cannon Beach World-famous quilts and a lecture on preserving local historical buildings are on the plate at the history center http://www.beachconnection.net/news/cbhist102907_1251.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/cbhist102907_1251.php Oregon Coast Brewpub Wins Big at American Beer Fest Pacific City's Pelican Pub n Brewery won top honors over and over this month at the 26th annual Great American Beer Festival http://www.beachconnection.net/news/brewp102907_1211.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/brewp102907_1211.php Major Feast Lights Up Oregon Coast Town More than a dozen chefs conspire to create magic with Newport's social event of the year, Oyster Cloyster http://www.beachconnection.net/news/ocloys102507_1112.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/ocloys102507_1112.php Small Coastal Town Big on Paranormal Legends One place on the north Oregon coast has a bevy of strange coincidences, as well as ghost tales http://www.beachconnection.net/news/wheelg102507_758.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/wheelg102507_758.php Travel News: San Diego Gets Ready for Whale Watch Months From December through March, visitors to San Diego have the unique opportunity to witness one of nature's most extraordinary events http://www.beachconnection.net/news/sand102407_1201.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/sand102407_1201.php Storms Dump Wild Stuff, Rarities on Oregon Beaches It's a beachcombers paradise right now, with large fish, jellyfish and quite possibly agates littering the beaches http://www.beachconnection.net/news/storm102307_759.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/storm102307_759.php Oregon Coastal Town Has New Take on Glass Floats The Oregon Glass Float Giveaway starts in Newport, with some beachy delights http://www.beachconnection.net/news/glass102207_1134.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/glass102207_1134.php The Dark Side of Oregon's Coastal Lighthouses Four of the five lights on the upper half of the coast have weird legends, and even stranger facts http://www.beachconnection.net/news/lighth102107_1202.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/lighth102107_1202.php Another Crazed Romp Through a Myriad of Oregon Coast Bars More odd tales from up and down the coastline, a place where David Lynch had to have been inspired by http://www.beachconnection.net/news/romp102107_952.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/romp102107_952.php Bizarre Bar Tales of the Oregon Coast, Part 2 More odd stories, freaky situations and wild experiences that defy logic, even for bars http://www.beachconnection.net/news/bzbar102107_1211.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/bzbar102107_1211.php Spooky Discoveries on the Central Oregon Coast Sometimes researching the ghosty tales can yield its own skeletons http://www.beachconnection.net/news/spook102107_339.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/spook102107_339.php Oregon Coast Storm Brings Wild Sights, More Warnings Birds struggled in the wind, waves were big, and there's still other oddities coming like lightning and a warning for funnel clouds http://www.beachconnection.net/news/wstrm101907_957 http://www.beachconnection.net/news/wstrm101907_957 Big Storm Headed for Oregon Coast - w Some Surprises Something big is predicted to arrive Thursday, bringing wind gusts of hurricane magnitude http://www.beachconnection.net/news/storm101707_955.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/storm101707_955.php Surf Contest Makes Waves on Central Oregon Coast The Either Or Surfing Team Cup was a kick in the pants, say participants http://www.beachconnection.net/news/contst101607_515.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/contst101607_515.php Large Predator - Probably Shark - Roaming Off Oregon Coast Two shark attacks have injured a sea lion and killed a harbor seal in a spectacular way http://www.beachconnection.net/news/pred101607_1212.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/pred101607_1212.php Oregon Coast X-Files: The Beginning The search for weird tales of the coast begins with a strange moment in Neskowin http://www.beachconnection.net/news/cstx101507_1112.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/cstx101507_1112.php Two Shark Attacks Discovered on North Oregon Coast Two mammals have been found, wounded or killed by what appear to be a great white sharks http://www.beachconnection.net/news/sharka101507_414.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/sharka101507_414.php Central Oregon Coast Town Celebrates 125 Years Various events in October celebrate the 125th anniversary of Newport http://www.beachconnection.net/news/newpan101307_434.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/newpan101307_434.php Oregon Coast Seal Likely Chomped on by Great White Shark The seal that washed up on Seaside Friday had a gaping, nearly two-foot hole in its back, likely from a shark http://www.beachconnection.net/news/hseal101207_1039.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/hseal101207_1039.php Oregon Coast Winery Owner Makes a Difference in Cambodia Ray Shackelford has given money and strategies to help one small village make itself better http://www.beachconnection.net/news/ray101207_132.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/ray101207_132.php A Month of the Paranormal and Strange on Oregon Coast Over the next two and a half weeks, look for a host of deeper digging articles on ghosts, the wierd, wild and out of this world on the coast http://www.beachconnection.net/news/month101107_1211.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/month101107_1211.php OPB Digs Into Oregon Coast Aquarium and Its Weird Fish Oregon Field Guide will air an episode on the aquarium's hatching of baby wolf-eels on Oct. 18 http://www.beachconnection.net/news/ofish101007_911.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/ofish101007_911.php Bizarre Bar Tales of the Oregon Coast, Part 1 After the sun slides down below the horizon, it's when this region shows its true colors http://www.beachconnection.net/news/bizbar100908_1112.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/bizbar100908_1112.php It's the Oregon Coast Storm That Wasn't Locals shrugged at the predictions, but it turns out it wasn't going to be the first storm of the season anyway http://www.beachconnection.net/news/nostor100907_847.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/nostor100907_847.php Oregon Coast Welcomes First Storm of the Season A high wind watch has been issued, but coastal locals are largely yawning about the first storm of the season http://www.beachconnection.net/news/storm100807_754.php http://www.beachconnection.net/news/storm100807_754.php Ghoulish Family Fun at North Oregon Coast Halloween Festival Seaside's Halloween Happenin's takes place Oct. 28 - 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