“The whales are part of the T049A matrilineal group and are part of the coastal west coast transient population. The big male is T049A1…you can see a small notch on the trailing…
Category: Environment
OUTBACK WITH BACKMAN: Tillamook County Trails & Recreation Map Winner, Handy Resource
EDITOR’S NOTE: Here’s our local hiking expert’s review of the new Tillamook County Trails and Recreation map available on the Visit Tillamook Coast website, a collaborative effort with Tillamook County Wellness, the…
New online GIS-enabled map details Tillamook County’s trails and outdoor recreation areas
EDITOR’s NOTE: A collaborative project between Tillamook County Wellness, the U.S. Forest Service/Hebo Ranger Station and Tillamook Coast Visitors Association has produced an interactive, live map of all types of outdoor recreation…
Snowy Plovers Making Comeback on Nehalem Spit – Use Caution, Care When Walking on Certain Beaches
EDITOR’S NOTE: From Nehalem Bay State Park – There has been an uptick in dog-walking traffic within the Snowy Plover Management Area. Locals and visitors are asked to refrain from intruding on…
Pacific City Dorymen’s Association Blessing of the Fleet – VIDEO by Don Backman
We shared Don Backman’s photos of the Blessing of the Fleet event on Saturday June 5th in Pacific City. Here is a video of the ceremony. Here’s a link to the photos…
Pacific City Blessing of the Fleet – 6/5/21 – Photo Essay by Don Backman
The Pacific City Dorymens’ Association held the “blessing of the fleet” on Saturday June 5th, upholding and protecting the traditions of the iconic dory fishing fleet of Cape Kiwanda.
Did You Meet Barnacle Bill? Molting Elephant Seal Makes Multiple Appearances on Area Beaches during Memorial Day Weekend
From Seaside Aquarium An elephant seal, dubbed Barnacle Bill, became quite popular when he decided to haul out on multiple northern Oregon beaches over Memorial Day weekend, filling both visitors and locals…
LOWER NEHALEM WATERSHED COUNCIL SPEAKER SERIES: Local Fire History & How to Prepare for Wildfires June 10th
On June 10th, 2021 Aaron Groth will share a presentation on fire risk in Coastal Oregon as part of the Lower Nehalem Watershed Council’s speaker series. The Echo Mountain Fire complex, the Mapleton Fire, and…
TILLAMOOK COUNTY WELLNESS: Celebrate National Trails Day Every Day with Local Favorites in Tillamook County
Tillamook County is home to an abundance of beautiful hikes, beaches, and rivers – and with summer just around the corner, you may be looking for some inspiration on where to start….
OSU EXTENSION: Meet Aaron Groth, Regional Fire Specialist
In January, Aaron Groth began the position of Regional Fire Specialist and Assistant Professor of Practice for the Coast Fire Service Area, based in Astoria. His coverage area includes Clatsop, Columbia, Tillamook,…
