Seven Capes Bird Alliance (SCBA) has teamed up with Salishan Coastal Lodge to host “Perch & Pour” on Wednesday, November 20. This bird-oriented happy hour will start at 3 p.m. on the third Wednesday of every month in The Attic.

Salishan is opening The Attic an hour early for birders of all levels—both Salishan guests and the public—to gather in conversation and sip on a craft cocktail or healthy non-alcoholic beverage. A Seven Capes Bird Alliance representative will share information about where to see birds on the Salishan property and upcoming SCBA bird walks.

In addition to beverages, The Attic presents a farm-to-fork dinner menu crafted from sustainably sourced ingredients. Perch & Pour participants are welcome to stay when The Attic opens to the public at 4 p.m. And don’t miss out on live music every Wednesday from 5–7 p.m.—come for the birds, stay for the tunes!

Salishan Coastal Lodge is easily accessible at 7760 US-101 in Gleneden Beach. Join us to share your latest bird sightings and stories!

Seven Capes Bird Alliance (sevencapes.org) was founded as a chapter of the National Audubon Society in 2005. A nonprofit membership organization, SCBA is active in education and advocacy for protection of birds, other wildlife, and their habitats in Lincoln and Tillamook Counties.

With over 200 acres of all-season activity, Salishan Coastal Lodge (salishan.com) invites visitors and coastal residents alike to recalibrate among hospitality, holistic wellness, coast-to-table dining, and empowering eco-adventures infused with nature.

Where Have All the Sea Otters Gone?
Naturalist Presentation with Yaquina Birders & Naturalists

Oregon once upon a time had a robust population of sea otters. Now there are none, and have not been for more than one hundred years. The population was decimated during the fur trade era, which began in the late 18th century, and by subsequent local hunting. This presentation will cover the relationship of the coastal Native people to sea otters and the devastating impact, over many decades, of the fur trade. It will begin with the maritime fur trade’s activities in Oregon, then review the relationship of the land-based fur trade to sea otters, and finally the impact of local hunting, by Natives and settlers, on the remaining population.

Cameron La Follette is a coastal historian, and  the executive director of Oregon Coast Alliance, a land use advocacy organization and the coastal affiliate of 1000 Friends of Oregon. She is also on the board of the Elakha Alliance, whose mission is to return sea otters to Oregon. As a historian, Ms. La Follette has written about Oregon’s oldest shipwreck (a Spanish galleon of 1693), Oregon sea otter history, and many articles for the Oregon Historical Society’s Oregon Encyclopedia on coastal history. Her principal interests lie in coastal natural resources history and the early contact era, from the 17th century to the mid 19th century.

MEETING LOCATION:

OSU Extension Lincoln County
1211 SE Bay Blvd
Newport, OR 97365

Shifting Nearshore Ocean Conditions: Consequences for Oregon’s Marine Species of Greatest Conservation Need

Nearshore ocean conditions are changing along the west coast of North America. These recent shifts in ocean drivers have contributed to broad-scale impacts to marine and estuarine habitats, including unfortunate consequences for several of Oregon’s marine Species of Greatest Conservation Need. 

This talk will summarize ongoing work to characterize the status and historic changes to the complex community of bull kelp, abalone, sea urchins, and sea stars within Oregon’s rocky reef habitats. Considered together, the magnitude of ecological change is unprecedented in recorded history. Do the current communities represent a shifting baseline or “new normal” for Oregon’s rocky reef habitats? Will the community continue to respond and adapt into an alternative stable-state? Or is it possible to help enhance abalone, sea stars, and kelp to assist with recovery?
Speaker:  Dr. Steven Rumrill; Shellfish Program Leader, Marine Resources Program, Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife

EXPLORIENCE the mouth of the Salmon River in the Cascade Head Scenic Area. This two-hour walk along the Salmon River starts at Knight Park and wanders through woodlands, marsh, and along the river. We’ll look for grebes, gulls, cormorants, waterfowl, and raptors. Learn more about our protected estuarine habitats and the birds and other wildlife that depend on them! Sponsored by Explore Lincoln City and Lincoln City Parks and Recreation.

Location: Meet in the Knight Park parking lot.

Directions: From HWY 101 north of Lincoln City, turn west onto N Three Rocks Rd. and continue for 2.4 mi to find Knight Park on the left.

Join MidCoast Watersheds Council for their next Community Meeting! Why did Oregonians set aside 3% of their nearshore habitat as no-take areas? What does this decision reveal about the values and priorities of the people in this state? And how can these marine reserves contribute to building more sustainable, vibrant, and equitable nearshore ecosystems? The answers to these questions vary depending on who you ask, but understanding those diverse perspectives is essential to shaping the future of Oregon’s coastline.

Join us for an insightful presentation by Dr. Sarah Klain, the Human Dimensions lead for Oregon’s Marine Reserve Program, as she delves into these questions and more. Dr. Klain’s work focuses on investigating how Oregon’s five marine reserves impact people—residents and visitors alike—and what these areas mean for the state’s future. Her research plays a critical role in shaping an upcoming adaptive management planning process that will guide the continued development of these protected areas.

During this talk, Dr. Klain will provide an overview of her program’s latest research and share opportunities for community members to engage in coastal stewardship. Whether you’re a passionate environmentalist, a coastal resident, or simply curious about the future of Oregon’s marine ecosystems, this discussion will offer valuable insights and ways to get involved.

About the speaker: Dr. Sarah Klain leads human dimensions research for the ODFW Marine Reserves Program. After majoring in biology with a minor in economics at Reed College, she worked at Ecotrust interviewing fishermen on the Oregon coast from 2003-2005 to help inform the process for creating the reserves. During her service as a Peace Corps Volunteer, she learned about Micronesian indigenous knowledge of marine ecosystems. She earned her graduate degrees from the Institute for Resources, Environment and Sustainability at the University of British Columbia. Her participatory GIS-based MSc research assessed social and cultural values to inform marine spatial planning. Her PhD research focused on risk and benefit perception of offshore wind as well as community engagement on island communities near proposed wind projects. She conducted riparian restoration research in collaboration with a Tribe and taught ecological economics as well as environmental policy at Utah State University before joining ODFW’s Marine Reserves team. Her favorite hobbies are trail running with her golden doodles, playing at the beach with her kids and attending her husband’s bluegrass gigs.

Seven Capes Bird Alliance (SCBA) has teamed up with Salishan Coastal Lodge to host “Perch & Pour” on Wednesday, October 16. This bird-oriented happy hour will start at 3 p.m. on the third Wednesday of every month in The Attic.

Salishan is opening The Attic an hour early for birders of all levels—both Salishan guests and the public—to gather in conversation and sip on a craft cocktail or healthy non-alcoholic beverage. A Seven Capes Bird Alliance representative will share information about where to see birds on the Salishan property and upcoming SCBA bird walks.

In addition to beverages, The Attic presents a farm-to-fork dinner menu crafted from sustainably sourced ingredients. Perch & Pour participants are welcome to stay when The Attic opens to the public at 4 p.m. And don’t miss out on live music every Wednesday from 5–7 p.m.—come for the birds, stay for the tunes!

Salishan Coastal Lodge is easily accessible at 7760 US-101 in Gleneden Beach. Join us to share your latest bird sightings and stories!

Seven Capes Bird Alliance (sevencapes.org) was founded as a chapter of the National Audubon Society in 2005. A nonprofit membership organization, SCBA is active in education and advocacy for protection of birds, other wildlife, and their habitats in Lincoln and Tillamook Counties.

With over 200 acres of all-season activity, Salishan Coastal Lodge (salishan.com) invites visitors and coastal residents alike to recalibrate among hospitality, holistic wellness, coast-to-table dining, and empowering eco-adventures infused with nature.

Naturalist Presentation
Date: Tuesday, October 15, 2024
Time: 6:30 PM

And The Beaked Shall Inherit Earth: Being An Introduction To Beaked Whale Diversity Worldwide.
 
Among the 94 currently recognized species of cetaceans (whales, dolphins, and porpoises), fully one quarter are beaked whales (family Ziphiidae). Despite their diversity and worldwide distribution (including at least four species off Oregon), few have heard of beaked whales; at least three species have never been identified alive in the wild, and they remain the least-known large animals on the planet. In this talk, Robert will present the most comprehensive collection of beaked whale photos ever assembled and discuss some of the bizarre features of this enigmatic group.
 
Robert Pitman worked as a marine biologist for National Marine Fisheries Service (NOAA) for 40 years, specializing in marine birds and mammals. He participated in survey cruises all over the world with main study areas in the eastern tropical Pacific, Alaska, Antarctica, and Western Australia. He has written dozens of papers on seabird and marine mammal ecology with a particular focus on killer whales. He currently lives in Newport, OR, and is an affiliate at the OSU Marine Mammal Institute where his wife and colleague, Lisa Ballance, is the Director.

MEETING LOCATION:

OSU Extension Lincoln County
1211 SE Bay Blvd
Newport, OR 97365

Join us on a driving tour of prime rocky habitats, starting at Boiler Bay State Natural Area, for some excellent seabird watching and possible glimpses at shorebirds. We’ll enjoy stops at Depoe Bay and Otter Crest loop, where we’ll explore the new Cape Foulweather Marine Conservation Area, Marine Garden, and Marine Reserves. Learn more about our protected nearshore habitats and the birds and other wildlife that depend on them!

Location: Meet at Boiler Bay State Natural Area

Directions: Heading south on HWY 101 just north of Depoe Bay, turn right onto Boiler Bay State Wayside.

EXPLORIENCE The Knoll (lower) in Lincoln City. This walk provides diverse habitat for an interesting array of birds. It’s a great place to see the arrival of wintering songbirds and enjoy resident birds. We’ll walk downhill past the Sal La Sea wetlands to the parking lot at Roads End State Park.

If you are able, please stay after the walk and help us manage the invasive ivy in this open space. Ivy is destructive to the trees and needs to be removed. Our City-approved process is to simply "girdle" the ivy (not haul it out; City staff will do that), and we have plenty of tools and gloves. Thank you!

Location: Meet on NE Devils Lake Blvd past the golf course (watch for our SCBA sign).

Directions: From HWY 101 in Lincoln City, turn north onto NE Devils Lake Blvd. and continue straight for approximately 1 mile to the cul-de-sac.

Sponsored by Explore Lincoln City and Lincoln City Parks and Recreation.

Join MidCoast Watersheds Council for an engaging panel discussion featuring Annie Marion, Shavonne Sargent, and Natalie Schaefer, as they explore the valuable NRCS programs available to landowners. This session will include an insightful case study from Yakona Nature Preserve, offering a unique opportunity for landowners to understand these programs before application season opens this fall.

Natalie will introduce the Yakona Nature Preserve—sharing its origin, mission, and the key partnerships they've formed, including collaboration with Shavonne from Silva Saunterra and Annie from NRCS, to achieve their habitat management goals. Annie will outline the technical and financial assistance NRCS provides to small woodland owners and managers, equipping them to successfully implement conservation projects on their properties. Shavonne will shed light on the role of foresters in aligning landowner visions with actionable strategies. She will detail a collaboration with NRCS, covering forest management planning, project design, cost-share applications, and implementation processes.

We encourage landowners to come hear about how NRCS programs can help shape their own land management journey. We hope to see you there!

About the speakers:

Natalie Schaefer was raised in the wilds of the Humboldt County coastal redwoods. Her career spans K-12 teaching and program administration; nonprofit administration; corporate philanthropy; higher education development; and real estate (of all things!); but, she started her career as a park ranger - first in Lassen County, then in Monterey County, California. She earned her undergraduate degrees in Geography and American Indian Studies; her master’s in Environmental Science; and her doctorate in Learning Analytics in Higher Education. She and her husband of 33 years raised one son who they are very proud of, and they have three grandchildren who live in northern California. Natalie finds joy through hiking, reading murder mysteries, and working in her yard.

Annie Marion grew up in the Santa Cruz mountains on the Central Coast of California. After earning a BS in Biology at the University of Oregon, she worked a series of seasonal field biology and organic farming jobs that took her from NM to Europe to western PA and back to CA before joining the Peace Corps as an Environmental Education volunteer in Nicaragua for two years. Upon returning to the States, she earned a MS in Horticulture & Agronomy from UC Davis and then began working for the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service. She now has 15 years with the agency, the last 5 of which have been in the Waldport Field Office, serving as the District Conservationist for Lincoln and west Lane Counties. As the mother of a soon-to-be 4- year-old, she doesn’t have a lot of free time, but enjoys gardening, hiking, and camping with her Family.

Shavonne Sargent is a mother, a forester, and the founder and principal of SilvaSaunterra, LLC. Born and raised on the east coast, she became interested in forestry through her high school’s maple sugaring operation. She achieved a Bachelor of Science in Natural Resources at Cornell University and a Master of Forestry at the University of Maine. She first practiced consulting forestry in New England right out of graduate school. When her husband’s naval career moved them west, she began working in Weyerhaeuser’s corporate offices and later took a field position as an Area Forester in Oregon. After 7 years with Weyerhaeuser, she left her job and took a 6-month sabbatical, eventually leading to the creation of SilvaSaunterra, LLC in 2018. She currently works with a wide variety of forest landowners and their diverse needs. She is the fierce mama bear of two daughters and is always pursuing a life that more closely reflects the spirit of sauntering and invites others to do the same.

Join MidCoast Watersheds Council and partners for a day on the water removing trash during the Annual Salmon River Cleanup. This is a family-friendly event, with opportunities for trash pickup both by boat and by foot to support the health of this special river system. There will be free food and good times as we do our part to keep the beautiful Salmon River clean. For more information or if you would like to use your boat in the clean up, please contact Natalie Dulansky at natalie@midcoastwc.org 

• Dress in layers and waterproof boots

• Boats and kayaks welcomed!

• Free donuts and coffee in the morning

• Raffle and bbq in afternoon

Location: Knight Park, 2341 North 3 Rocks Road Otis, OR 97368

Seven Capes Bird Alliance (SCBA) has teamed up with Salishan Coastal Lodge to host “Perch & Pour” on Wednesday, September 18. This bird-oriented happy hour will start at 3 p.m. on the third Wednesday of every month in The Attic.

Salishan is opening The Attic an hour early for birders of all levels—both Salishan guests and the public—to gather in conversation and sip on a craft cocktail or healthy non-alcoholic beverage. A Seven Capes Bird Alliance representative will share information about where to see birds on the Salishan property and upcoming SCBA bird walks.

In addition to beverages, The Attic presents a farm-to-fork dinner menu crafted from sustainably sourced ingredients. Perch & Pour participants are welcome to stay when The Attic opens to the public at 4 p.m. And don’t miss out on live music every Wednesday from 5–7 p.m.—come for the birds, stay for the tunes!

Salishan Coastal Lodge is easily accessible at 7760 US-101 in Gleneden Beach. Join us to share your latest bird sightings and stories!

Seven Capes Bird Alliance (sevencapes.org) was founded as a chapter of the National Audubon Society in 2005. A nonprofit membership organization, SCBA is active in education and advocacy for protection of birds, other wildlife, and their habitats in Lincoln and Tillamook Counties.

With over 200 acres of all-season activity, Salishan Coastal Lodge (salishan.com) invites visitors and coastal residents alike to recalibrate among hospitality, holistic wellness, coast-to-table dining, and empowering eco-adventures infused with nature.

Sitka Sedge State Natural Area has a variety of coastal habitat that is teeming with wildlife. The trail winds through tidal flats, saltwater marshes, and forested wetlands to the ocean. We will look for songbirds and shorebirds. *Please note later start time.

Location: Meet in the parking area off Sandlake Rd.

Directions: From HWY 101 north of Neskowin, turn west onto Brooten Rd. toward Pacific City. Continue for 2.7 mi before turning left on Pacific Ave. in Pacific City. After a quick 0.2 mi, turn right onto Cape Kiwanda Dr. Cape Kiwanda Dr. eventually becomes Sandlake Rd., and the parking area will be on the left after approximately 4.5 mi.

EXPLORIENCE Cutler City Open Space, a unique wooded wetlands habitat. Large trees host species such as Pileated Woodpecker, while the marshy brush is home to Common Yellowthroat and other songbirds. We'll look for early fall migrants, then move on to Siletz Bay where we’ll watch for migrating shorebirds.

If you are able, please stay after the walk and help us manage the invasive ivy in this open space. Ivy is destructive to the trees and needs to be removed. Our City-approved process is to simply "girdle" the ivy (not haul it out; City staff will do that), and we have plenty of tools and gloves. Thank you!

Location: Meet at the pull-out on SW 63rd west off Hwy 101.

Directions: From HWY 101 in south Lincoln City, turn west onto SW 63rd St. and continue for 0.2 mi to find the pull-out on the right.

Sponsored by Explore Lincoln City and Lincoln City Parks and Recreation.

Our Annual Meeting and Potluck! Our potluck, Year in Review, and meeting will be at the Lincoln City Cultural Center, 5pm Thursday September 12! Join us to celebrate all that we’ve accomplished this year and be the first to hear our NEW NAME!

DATE: Thursday, September 12, 2024
TIME: 5:00
5:00 Potluck
5:45 Year in Review presentation
6:00 Business meeting and elections*

Bring a salad, entree, or dessert to share - we'll provide beverages, plates, and utensils.

Free and no registration required, come for the potluck or come later for the presentations.

*We will be taking nominations for board members from the floor. Only members may vote.

Audubon Society of Lincoln City (ASLC) has teamed up with Salishan Coastal Lodge to debut “Perch & Pour” on Wednesday, July 17. This bird-oriented happy hour will start at 3 p.m. on the third Wednesday of every month in The Attic.

Salishan is opening The Attic an hour early for birders of all levels—both Salishan guests and the public—to gather in conversation and sip on a craft cocktail or healthy non-alcoholic beverage. An Audubon Society of Lincoln City representative will share information about where to see birds on the Salishan property and upcoming ASLC bird walks.

In addition to beverages, The Attic presents a farm-to-fork dinner menu crafted from sustainably sourced ingredients. Perch & Pour participants are welcome to stay when The Attic opens to the public at 4 p.m. And don’t miss out on live music every Wednesday from 5–7 p.m.—come for the birds, stay for the tunes!

Salishan Coastal Lodge is easily accessible at 7760 US-101 in Gleneden Beach. Join us to share your latest bird sightings and stories!

Audubon Society of Lincoln City (lincolncityaudubon.org) was founded as a chapter of the National Audubon Society in 2005. A nonprofit membership organization, ASLC is active in education and advocacy for protection of birds, other wildlife, and their habitats in Lincoln and Tillamook Counties.

With over 200 acres of all-season activity, Salishan Coastal Lodge (salishan.com) invites visitors and coastal residents alike to recalibrate among hospitality, holistic wellness, coast-to-table dining, and empowering eco-adventures infused with nature.

EXPLORIENCE Alder Island Loop Trail in the middle of Siletz Bay National Wildlife Refuge! An easy one-mile trail loops through riparian and wetland habitat along the Siletz River, highlighted by interpretive signage. We’ll look for resident and migratory songbirds, Great Blue Heron, and Osprey.

Location: Meet in the Alder Island trail parking lot just south of the Siletz River bridge.

Directions: From HWY 101 just south of the Siletz River bridge, turn east onto Millport Slough Ln. to find the trailhead immediately on the left.

Sponsored by Explore Lincoln City and Lincoln City Parks and Recreation.

Join MidCoast Watersheds Council for an inside look at the work of local artists Liz Fox and Sandy Roumagoux, whose creations are deeply inspired by estuaries and coastal landscapes. In this talk, they will delve into their latest exhibit, Between the Tides, and share how the coastal regions of Lincoln County inspire their work.
In celebration of the evening, the galleries at the Pacific Maritime Heritage Center will be open and free for attendees to explore. Arrive at 5:30 PM to enjoy the galleries before the talk begins at 6:30 PM. This is a free event, so don't miss this unique opportunity!

About the speakers: Liz Fox has lived on the Oregon coast for most of her life and has navigated a sea of careers since graduating with a Soil Science degree from OSU in 1980.  Retiring as a high school librarian in 2020, she’s been a full-time potter ever since, diving into the riptide she’s waded in for over 40 years.  Liz and her marine biologist husband, Dave, have 2 amazing children, 3 unruly dogs, and live on a former tideland between Newport and Toledo.  

Sandy Roumagoux is a celebrated artist and former Mayor of Newport, Oregon. Sandy's work is showcased in places like the Portland Art Museum and the Hallie Ford Museum of Art. Recently, she shared her unique vision through exhibits like "Biomass, Invitational" and "Between the Tides." Sandy brings her passion for coastal landscapes to life with every brushstroke.

We’ve teamed up with Salishan Coastal Lodge to debut “Perch & Pour” on Wednesday, July 17! This bird-oriented happy hour will start at 3 p.m. on the third Wednesday of every month in The Attic.

Salishan is opening The Attic an hour early for birders of all levels—both Salishan guests and the public—to gather in conversation and sip on a craft cocktail or healthy non-alcoholic beverage. An Audubon Society of Lincoln City representative will share information about where to see birds on the Salishan property and upcoming ASLC bird walks. 

In addition to beverages, The Attic presents a farm-to-fork dinner menu crafted from sustainably sourced ingredients. Perch & Pour participants are welcome to stay when The Attic opens to the public at 4 p.m. And don’t miss out on live music every Wednesday from 5–7 p.m.—come for the birds, stay for the tunes! 
Salishan Coastal Lodge is easily accessible at 7760 US-101 in Gleneden Beach. Join us to share your latest bird sightings and stories!

Join us at Yaquina Head Lighthouse and Natural Area on the Oregon Coast just north of Newport. We will see colonies of Common Murre and Brant’s and Pelagic Cormorants. A popular attraction is the pair of Peregrine Falcons who nest on the cliffs near the interpretive center.

Location: Meet in the Interpretive Center parking lot.

Directions: From HWY 101 north of Newport, turn west on NW Lighthouse Dr. and continue for 0.8 mi, then turn right and continue for 0.2 mi to find the interpretive center.

EXPLORIENCE one of Lincoln City's newest city parks! The name "Nesika" means "Our Place" in Chinook Language. We will explore the new trails, visit the nesting Osprey pair, and look for songbirds in the woods and wetlands.

If you are able, please stay after the walk and help us manage the invasive ivy in this open space. Ivy is destructive to the trees and needs to be removed. Our City-approved process is to simply "girdle" the ivy (not haul it out; City staff will do that), and we have plenty of tools and gloves. Thank you!

Location: Meet at SE 3rd and Mast. Look for our Audubon sign.

Directions: From HWY 101 in Lincoln City, turn east on SE 3rd St. and travel for approximately 0.4 mi and look for the corner of Mast Ave. on the left.

Want to help improve our open spaces? After the walk, you’re welcome to stay and help cut the invasive ivy that’s growing on the trees. Training and equipment will be provided.

Sponsored by Explore Lincoln City and Lincoln City Parks and Recreation.

Please join us and Cascade Head Biosphere Collaborative in celebrating this historic moment in our community history.

This event will feature expert speakers with a significant history and involvement in CHSRA as well as multiple partners who will be tabling and offering information on their organizations.

PLUS - There will be live music and food!

LOCATION: USFS Experimental Forest headquarters, 1912 N Old Scenic HWY 101, 2.5 miles north of Otis. (Look for signs on road).

Exploring a decade of biodiversity monitoring in Oregon’s Marine Reserves

Two important goals of the Oregon Marine Reserves are the protection of key marine habitats and biodiversity, as well as serving as a scientific reference site on the Oregon Coast. Each of the five reserves is unique in its size, shape, habitats and historical fishing pressure, thus long-term monitoring is tailored to each site comprising a variety of research tools (e.g., Hook-and-line fishing, SCUBA surveys), as well as several collaborative projects with local institutions such as the Oregon Coast Aquarium and Oregon State University. Project Leader Dr. Moritz Schmid will provide an overview of the different ongoing studies and long-term datasets as well as dive deeper into a decade of biodiversity data ranging from sea stars to groundfish. Topics we will talk about include the effects of sea star wasting disease on our local sea star populations, as well as the prevalence and potential effects of low oxygen zones (i.e., hypoxia) in the reserves. Ultimately, we will explore some of the research and questions that lie ahead.

Dr. Moritz Schmid is the Research Project Leader for the Marine Reserves Program with the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife. Moritz lead’s the Program’s ecological monitoring and research work. After receiving an M.Sc. in nature conservation and a PhD in oceanography, he settled on the Oregon Coast working at Oregon State University. Starting with his PhD and extending through his work at OSU, Moritz has been working at the intersection of ecology, computer science, and ocean technology, focusing on underwater camera systems and AI to better understand larval fish dynamics in the California Current. In his position at ODFW he is looking forward to bringing together his background in nature conservation and ecology, with his knowledge of the Oregon Coast’s oceanography to address the goals of the Marine Reserves Program.

MEETING LOCATION:

OSU Extension Lincoln County
1211 SE Bay Blvd
Newport, OR 97365

June 8 is World Ocean Day! Recently, world leaders made a global commitment to protect 30% of our blue planet by 2030 also known as “30x30”. To create a healthy ocean with abundant wildlife and to stabilize the climate, it’s critical that 30% of our planet’s lands, waters, and ocean are protected. Join us at Oregon Coast Aquarium to celebrate our ocean!

We’ll be sharing about our Rocky Habitat and Marine Reserve efforts and how protecting our nearshore waters is a critical piece of conserving the ocean’s biodiversity. The aquarium will be hosting family friendly activities throughout the day, so click below to learn more!

Starting with a walk through the woods along the creek, we’ll make our way to the ocean beach, looking for nesting birds including warblers and swallows, resident wading birds, and songbirds. Time permitting, we’ll drive from there to Beaver Creek.

Location: Meet at the Ona Beach parking area.

Directions: From HWY south of Newport, turn west on N Beaver Creek Rd. to find the Ona Beach parking area.

Enjoy diverse habitat along the D River, cross a hidden boardwalk traversing unique wetlands, then through the campgrounds to Devils Lake. We’ll look for wintering birds like Hermit Thrush, sparrows, and waterfowl.

Location: Meet at the NE 1st St. parking area on the east side of Hwy 101 in Lincoln City.

Directions: From HWY 101 in Lincoln City, turn east onto NE 1st St. and find the parking lot approximately 130 ft. from the highway on the right side of the street.

Want to help improve our open spaces? After the walk, you’re welcome to stay and help cut the invasive ivy that’s growing on the trees. Training and equipment will be provided.

Sponsored by Lincoln City Parks & Recreation and Explore Lincoln City.

Join MidCoast Watersheds Council for a captivating presentation by Dr. Steven Rumrill, Shellfish Program Leader at ODFW, as he discusses the Olympia oyster, the only oyster native to the North American west coast! Populations of this small oyster historically provided valuable ecosystem benefits in the intertidal and subtidal zones, but overharvesting during the late 1800s decreased the population to a fraction of their historical abundance. Olympia oysters currently only occur in three estuaries in Oregon – Netarts Bay, Yaquina Bay, and Coos Bay – where they are estimated at 1-10% of their historic densities prior to the onset of commercial harvest. Rumrill will discuss the many setbacks of Olympia oyster recovery, and showcase a recent project to experimentally enhance the existing population of Olympia oysters at Coquille Point. Don't miss this opportunity to delve into the world of Olympia oysters and the efforts underway to ensure their survival and flourishing in our coastal ecosystems.

About the speaker: Dr. Steven Rumrill has served as the Shellfish Program Leader for the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife since 2011, managing a diverse program encompassing policy development, resource assessment surveys, fisheries, research, and outreach activities for a diverse group of shellfish that inhabit Oregon’s various coastal habitats. Before this, he was the Chief Scientist and Research Coordinator for the South Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve from 1990 to 2011. Currently, he holds adjunct positions at the University of Oregon, Oregon State University, and Portland State University, conducting research and advising graduate students. Rumrill holds a master's degree in Marine Science from UC Santa Cruz (1984) and a Ph.D. in Zoology from the University of Alberta (1987).

ASLC and Devils Lake Water Improvement District invite you to a free fishing weekend event at Regatta Park! All ages are welcome to come and enjoy:

• FREE fishing

• FREE hotdogs

• Learning about our Osprey program and a “mini bird walk” with guidebooks and educational activities for kids

• Boat safety checks with Lincoln County Sheriff’s Department

• Information from Lincoln City Parks & Recreation about summer recreation opportunities and Lincoln City’s new park project

• Learning how Oregon State Marine Board helps rivers and lakes around Oregon

Saturday, June 1 from 10 AM - 1 PM at Regatta Park in Lincoln City.