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SUMMARY:Celebrate World Oceans Day at Cape Falcon Marine Reserve
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Short Sand Beach in Oswald West State Park to learn about Oregon’s northernmost marine reserve\, oceanography on the Pacific Coast\, and the incredible geological processes that create the rocky intertidal zone. \nRegistration: free event\, registration is required and space is limited
URL:https://www.explorenaturetillamookcoast.com/event/celebrate-world-oceans-day-at-cape-falcon-marine-reserve/
LOCATION:Oswald West State Park\, Arch Cape\, OR\, 97102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Easy/Beginner,Family Friendly
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SUMMARY:Tide Pool Discovery Days
DESCRIPTION:TIDEPOOL DISCOVERY DAYS SATURDAY\, JUNE 8Tth and SUNDAY\, JUNE 9th. Registration for this event is open. \nWhat amazing creatures are lurking at the water’s edge? Come to Oceanside and join Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS staff and volunteers for this family friendly event. \nThe tidepools at low tides are often full of exciting life just waiting to be discovered. You won’t want to miss the opportunity to explore and learn about the fascinating anemone clone wars\, how a sea star eats\, or how hermit crabs steal shell homes from other crabs! Take a closer look and you may find snails\, limpets\, colorful sea slugs known as nudibranchs. From seaweeds to sculpin fish\, the pools provide another world of exciting and exotic creatures! \nGet more information including event time and location. Registration is required. Find the link to register for this event at: https://www.netartsbaywebs.org/events \nConnect with the Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS online! \nWebsite: www.netartsbaywebs.org \nSocial: @netartsbaywebs \nConsider donating Your donation helps in supporting the work of our organization. Every little bit helps! All of our workshops\, classes and events are free. As a non-profit organization we rely on donations and grants to keep us going\, and growing. You can donate on our website. \nWEBS and partners are hosting this event as part of the Explore Nature series of hikes\, walks\, paddles\, and outdoor adventures. Led by a consortium of volunteer community and non-profit organizations\, these meaningful nature-based experiences highlight the unique beauty of Tillamook County and the work being done to preserve and conserve the area’s natural resources and natural resource-based economy. Learn more about Explore Nature at www.explorenaturetillamookcoast.com
URL:https://www.explorenaturetillamookcoast.com/event/tide-pool-discovery-days/2024-06-08/
LOCATION:Oceanside Beach State Recreation Site\, Oceanside Beach State Recreation Site Tillamook\, Tillamook\, OR\, 97141\, United States
CATEGORIES:Easy,Easy/Beginner,Family Friendly,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240526T100000
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SUMMARY:Migratory Bird Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join local conservation\, education\, and community science organizations to learn about and celebrate our birds! \nInsects and their importance to migratory birds is the focus of this year’s World Migratory Bird Day\, a global campaign that aims to raise awareness of migratory birds and the need to conserve and support them. \nWhen? Sunday\, May 26th\, 2024 from 10AM- 2PM \nWhere? Lower Nehalem Community Trust’s Alder Creek Farm\,\n35955 Underhill Lane\, Nehalem\, OR 97131 \nWho? Everyone! This is a family-friendly event for seasoned and novice birders alike. No experience necessary and birding opportunities for all. We will have some pairs of binoculars to loan and spotting scopes set up to observe birds in different habitats throughout the farm\, from both easily accessible locations and further afield. \nCelebrate: Come celebrate Spring migration on the North Coast and the important efforts that local organizations are making to protect and help birds and the habitats they depend on. \nACTIVITIES\n10 AM – Get to know your N. Coast Birds!\nGuided Bird Walk \n11:30 AM – Get to know your N. Coast Birds!\nGuided Bird Walk \n(Bird walks are 1 hour in duration and occur along gravel\, wood chip and unmaintained grassy areas. There are two route options available\, one on flat terrain and one that traverses up a medium slope to the upper riparian areas above Alder Creek). \n12:30 PM – Brown Bag Workshop: eBird and iNaturalist\nBring your sack lunch to the barn and chat with local bird nerd podcast team\, Hannah and Erik\, to learn about using these popular apps to identify\, learn and contribute to community science! \n1:15 PM – Birds\, Bugs and Blooms!\nGuided tour of the Nehalem Ethnobotanical Teaching Trail. \nThroughout the Day:\n‘BIG SIT’ – Grab a seat and join our ‘Big Sit’ station where seasoned birders will help point out species by sight and sound and will keep a running tally of birds throughout the day. Participants may arrive and join for any portion of time between 10am and 2pm. Spotting scopes will be available to help locate and observe migratory and resident species along Alder Creek\, overhead and in the seasonal wetland. Come say hello and learn about our local birds. \nGET TO KNOW YOUR LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS – Interactive tabling displays with local partners working in the fields of conservation\, education and wildlife rehabilitation. Come learn more about community conservation and the amazing projects that are happening around the N. Coast! \nKIDS ART AND ACTIVITIES:\nArt and educational activities for some family fun\, hosted by Hoffman Center for the Arts. \nFacilities and Accessibility: There is a gravel road (approx. 50 yards) from the parking area to the main barn/greenhouse. The path is flat and limited accessible parking is available within 40 feet of the central location of this event. The central area is paved and has a slight raised step at the entrance of the barn. There is an accessible picnic table available on the paved central space overlooking the wildlife sanctuary and seasonal wetland. Accessible portable restroom facility is available on site. Please reach out with any questions and we’d be happy to accommodate everyone’s participation to the best of our ability. \nPublic Health and Safety: This is a mostly outdoor event with some activities happening in a covered\, open-air barn. \nEarly birders are welcome to head to Alder Creek Farm for self-guided birding anytime after daybreak. If you aren’t able to catch the 2pm tally\, feel free to upload your list and photos to eBird or email: emilyakdedian@nehalemtrust.org. \nLower Nehalem Community Trust\, Phone: (503) 368-3203\, Email: lnct@nehalemtrust.org. \n  \nTHANK YOU!\n \nWITH SUPPORT FROM:
URL:https://www.explorenaturetillamookcoast.com/event/migratory-bird-day-celebration/
LOCATION:Alder Creek Farm\, 35955 Underhill Lane\, Nehalem\, OR\, 97141\, United States
CATEGORIES:Action,Art,Easy,Easy/Beginner,Family Friendly,Walk
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SUMMARY:Nurturing Natives Seedling Thinning
DESCRIPTION:Spring into action in TEP’s greenhouse! \nHelp restore coastal wildlife habitat by thinning and spacing native plant seedlings! These plants are provided to local restoration projects designed to improve water quality and pollinator habitat! \nThe events will be held various Thursdays and Fridays throughout May and June and will all take place at TEP’s Native Plant Nursery located on the Port of Tillamook. Volunteers will be given a brief training and then let loose to help thin the overcrowded seedlings. This step of the process is vital in order to increase airflow\, sunlight\, and for the plants to have room to grow throughout the summer \nWe are extremely excited to open our doors back up to these events and we hope to see you there! \nHow to come prepared: \n• Layers – Depending on greenhouse space\, some individuals may work outside\, so please dress for the weather. The greenhouse stays at least 10 degrees warmer than the ambient temperature. \n• Outdoor shoes\, such as boots\, are recommended. \n• Gardening/Nursery gloves\, if you have them. \n• Water and snacks\, even though we will provide some snacks. \nDirections to the site and additional information will be sent to registered attendees the week of the event. \n**Must be 18 or over to attend** We have a fantastic partnership with Oregon Youth Authority and rely on the Camp Tillamook incarcerated youth as our operations crew at the nursery. Therefore\, we are unable to have minors on the property during our volunteer days.
URL:https://www.explorenaturetillamookcoast.com/event/nurturing-natives-seedling-thinning/
LOCATION:NORP Nursery\, 6820 Barracks Circle\, Tillamook\, OR\, 97141\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults Only,Easy,Easy/Beginner,No Pets
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SUMMARY:Nurturing Natives Seedling Thinning
DESCRIPTION:Spring into action in TEP’s greenhouse! \nHelp restore coastal wildlife habitat by thinning and spacing native plant seedlings! These plants are provided to local restoration projects designed to improve water quality and pollinator habitat! \nThe events will be held various Thursdays and Fridays throughout May and June and will all take place at TEP’s Native Plant Nursery located on the Port of Tillamook. Volunteers will be given a brief training and then let loose to help thin the overcrowded seedlings. This step of the process is vital in order to increase airflow\, sunlight\, and for the plants to have room to grow throughout the summer \nWe are extremely excited to open our doors back up to these events and we hope to see you there! \nHow to come prepared: \n• Layers – Depending on greenhouse space\, some individuals may work outside\, so please dress for the weather. The greenhouse stays at least 10 degrees warmer than the ambient temperature. \n• Outdoor shoes\, such as boots\, are recommended. \n• Gardening/Nursery gloves\, if you have them. \n• Water and snacks\, even though we will provide some snacks. \nDirections to the site and additional information will be sent to registered attendees the week of the event. \n**Must be 18 or over to attend** We have a fantastic partnership with Oregon Youth Authority and rely on the Camp Tillamook incarcerated youth as our operations crew at the nursery. Therefore\, we are unable to have minors on the property during our volunteer days.
URL:https://www.explorenaturetillamookcoast.com/event/nurturing-natives-seedling-thinning-2/
LOCATION:NORP Nursery\, 6820 Barracks Circle\, Tillamook\, OR\, 97141\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults Only,Easy,Easy/Beginner,No Pets
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240428T090000
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SUMMARY:Mussel Foraging with Four Seasons of Foraging
DESCRIPTION:Tillamook County Wellness and Tillamook Estuaries Partnership bring you Part 3 of Four Seasons Of Foraging! Throughout the year we will co-host 4 events highlighting the unique foraging opportunities coastal Oregon provides. \n \nJoin us and local educator Alanna Kieffer from Shifting Tides LLC at Barview Jetty for a day of mussel foraging! This workshop will introduce students to rocky intertidal ecosystems of the Oregon Coast. We will discuss tides\, ocean conditions\, and safety and etiquette on the rocks. Students will learn how to sustainably harvest shellfish\, as well as how to clean and prepare shellfish once home. There will be a focus on foraging mussels and other intertidal shellfish. We will also briefly discuss wildseaweeds\, harvesting\, seasonality\, and preservation techniques. \n \nSpecial Instructions to access the event location: There’s a $10 parking fee at Barview Jetty. Go through the campground to the actual end of the jetty (big open parking lot with a view of the beach) NOT the lot before the entrance gate. \n \nForaging requires some significant walking including some potentially difficult terrain (we will be scrambling down some rocks)\, so please wear appropriate footgear (e.g. tennis shoes\, rainboots\, or other hiking footwear. For your own safety and comfort\, do not wear flipflops or sandals. Do keep in mind your feet are likely to be in the water at some point\, so rainboots are what I would strongly recommend. \nThe Event will happen rain or shine (unless thunder-storming). If the weather looks “iffy” please bring a rain poncho\, jacket and hat. Please be prepared for any and all types of weather\, the Oregon Coast is often not predictable and we will be fully exposed to the elements. There’s a 100% chance you will get wet during this class! *If* conditions day off are not safe in this environment\, we will use what we can to demonstrate\, and teach\, and potentially move to another spot. \nWhat to bring: You will need a bag (mesh\, reusable grocery bag works great\, or even plastic bag)\, or bucket\, as well as scissors\, a knife\, or gardening gloves\, and a cooler with ice to transport your harvest home. Please also bring a water bottle\, snacks and any other refreshments you may want during the Event. Personal medications and sunscreen are also recommended. \n \nShellfish permits can be obtained online from ODFW\, please do so before class\, and should be available on the app on your phone for easy access incase needed. \n \nThis is a free event and registration will be capped at 20 attendees. \n \nAccessibility Level: We will be walking on the beach and scrambling on large boulders that make up the Jetty. The parking lot is made up of small gravel and dirt. Please see pictures below for more information on whether this event is accessible for you. If there is any other information we can provide or accommodations we can help with\, please email us at info@tbnep.org or call our office at 503 322-2222. \n \nThis is an Explore Nature Tillamook Coast event. Explore Nature is sponsored in part by Tillamook Coast Visitors Center and Travle Oregon.
URL:https://www.explorenaturetillamookcoast.com/event/mussel-foraging-with-four-seasons-of-foraging/
LOCATION:Barview Jetty\, Barview Jetty\, Rockaway Beach\, OR\, 97136\, United States
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SUMMARY:EARTH DAY STEWARDSHIP @ ELK MEADOWS PARK
DESCRIPTION:EARTH DAY STEWARDSHIP @ ELK MEADOWS PARK\n\nAPRIL 21 @ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM\n\n\n\nEARTH DAY ACTION!\nSTEWARDSHIP @ ELK MEADOWS PARK\n\nAPRIL\, 21 2024 @ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere:  Elk Meadows Park\, at the end of Neptune Way\, in Bayside Gardens\, between Manzanita and Nehalem. (Turn south off of Hwy. 101 onto Bayside GardensRoad. Go to Neptune Way\, the last right turn before you reach the Bay. Go to the end of Neptune Way. The park will be on your left).\n\n\nWhat We’ll Do:  We will mulch\, clean up tree cages and enclosures\, chip paths and remove blackberry and scotch broom\, helping the Park’s native plants survive by removing competition. (Who knows\, you may even see some of the neighborhood citizens after whom the park is named!)\n\nWhat to Expect: We will provide tools and gloves\, but you are welcome to bring your own. Please wear sturdy shoes and dress for variable coastal Oregon weather! Parking is adjacent to the park and surfaces are gravel\, wood chips and grass. We will be using hand tools such as loppers\, pruning saws and shovels. There is a raised boardwalk across a small wetland and stairs connecting the upper and lower park areas. This park is owned by the City of Manzanita and stewarded by the Lower Nehalem Trust with the help of the community. There is no restroom on-site but generous neighbors have been known to accommodate if the need arises!  You will be asked to sign the LNCT volunteer waiver to participate in this event.\n\nStatement of Inclusion: We understand everyone learns and experiences the outdoors differently and we welcome collaboration with anyone who needs additional support. We are happy to adjust this event to meet the needs of participants to the extent possible within our capacity. Please get in touch in advance to discuss your personal or group’s needs. \nOutreach for this event is supported in part by Tillamook Coast Visitors Association and Travel Oregon Forever Fund. \n\n\n\nIf you have questions\, please contact us at Lower Nehalem Community Trust at lnct@nehalemtrust.org or 503-368-3203.
URL:https://www.explorenaturetillamookcoast.com/event/548/
LOCATION:Elk Meadows Park\, OR\, United States
CATEGORIES:Easy/Beginner,Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240420T100000
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SUMMARY:Spring Clean-up Between the Capes - April 2024
DESCRIPTION:Join SOLVE\, Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS (www.netartsbaywebs.org)\, Oceanside Surf Co./Current Cafe\, Netarts Oceanside Fire\, and other Tillamook County partners to clean up the areas around Netarts and Oceanside on April 20 from 10 AM – 1 PM. Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS members and our partners have been working with SOLVE to host cleanups in the area from Cape Lookout to Cape Meares to Bay Ocean for over a decade. Join us this year and help us protect marine life and maintain the beauty of our coast. This beach cleanup is family-friendly\, dog-friendly\, and volunteers of all ages will find the event fun and rewarding. Remember our ocean shores can be dangerous. Avoid logs in the water. Keep your distance from marine mammals\, and never turn your back on the ocean! If you find any hazardous material\, please alert your Beach Captain. And remember\, it’s more fun to work as part of a team. Bring a buddy\, stay safe\, and have fun! Advanced registration saves time but is not required. Check-in for this event at any of the following locations: Netarts Boat Basin 2065 Netarts Basin Boat Rd\, Tillamook\, OR 97141 Oceanside Surf Co./ Current Cafe 1505 Pacific Ave\, Oceanside\, OR 97134 \n  \nAdvanced Registration: Is highly suggested but not required. Please sign up (green button below) ahead of time to guarantee your spot. \nMeeting Location: Volunteers will be meeting at the Netarts Boat Basin or Oceanside Surf Co./ Current Cafe. Look for the SOLVE signs and Friends of Netarts Bay flag! \nAddress: 2065 Netarts Basin Boat Rd\, Tillamook\, OR 97141 | Map Link \nWhat to Bring: Please wear closed-toed shoes and weather-appropriate clothing\, and bring a backpack for hands-free convenience. Feel free to bring your personal tools if available and a reusable water bottle to support our sustainability efforts. \nWhat’s Provided: Trash bags and gloves are available to all volunteers at check-in. A small supply of trash grabbers can be loaned. If you have your own\, please bring them. \nRestrooms: Public restrooms are available at the check-in locations. \nParking: Parking at check-in is limited however people usually move in and out quickly. A day pass will be provided to any volunteer cleaning sections of the beach requiring parking in a county fee lot. \nTransit: There is a nearby bus stop to the check-in location. Please see the NW Connect Oregon website and The Wave for more information: https://www.nworegontransit.org/routes/ \nAccessibility: This area may not be easily accessible for folks with mobility concerns. \nTranslation Services: There will not be a Spanish speaker present at this event. \nParticipant Age Guidelines: All Ages Welcome \nGroups: If you’d like to register a group\, please create a team first. For detailed instructions\, review our Teams Guide.
URL:https://www.explorenaturetillamookcoast.com/event/spring-clean-up-between-the-capes-april-2024/
LOCATION:2065 Netarts Basin Boat Rd\, Tillamook\, OR 97141
CATEGORIES:Easy/Beginner,Family Friendly,Pet Friendly
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SUMMARY:Nestucca Bay Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a fun morning of community and enhancing our watersheds! Volunteers should plan to arrive around 8:00 am for registration\, refreshments and snacks. Around 8:30 am\, volunteers will be shuttled to the boat launch where they will be transported via boat to the cleanup site. Volunteers should plan to bring rain boots\, raingear\, sunscreen\, reusable water bottles\, and anything else they may want. The cleanup should conclude around 12:30 -1:00 pm. There will be raffle prizes for volunteers after the litter cleanup so be sure to stay until the end! \nWe can’t wait to see you there! \n  \n  \nAdvanced Registration: Is highly suggested but not required. Please sign up (green button below) ahead of time to guarantee your spot. \nMeeting Location: Volunteers will be meeting at the Tillamook County Boat Launch. The parking is free and there should be more than enough space for all volunteers to park\, however\, we always recommend carpooling if possible! \nAddress: 35765 Sunset Avenue Cloverdale\, OR 97112 | Map Link \nWhat to Bring: Please wear closed-toed shoes and weather-appropriate clothing\, and bring a backpack for hands-free convenience. Feel free to bring your personal tools if available and a reusable water bottle to support our sustainability efforts. \nWhat’s Provided: Vests\, life jackets\, gloves\, trash bags\, refreshments\, and snacks \nRestrooms: Bathrooms will be available at the boat launch before and after the cleanup\, please plan accordingly. \nParking: Volunteers should park at the Tillamook County Boat Launch. Parking here is free. There should be plenty of space available\, but please carpool if possible! \nTransit: Not available nearby \nAccessibility: This area may not be easily accessible for folks with mobility concerns. \nTranslation Services: There will not be a Spanish speaker present at this event. \nParticipant Age Guidelines: All Ages Welcome \nGroups: If you’d like to register a group\, please create a team first. For detailed instructions\, review our Teams Guide. \n  \n  \n \n \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nISSUE AREA(S)Litter Cleanup\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPARTICIPANT AGE GUIDELINES\n\n\nAll Ages Welcome\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.explorenaturetillamookcoast.com/event/nestucca-bay-cleanup/
LOCATION:Cloverdale
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240309T070000
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SUMMARY:Nehalem Estuary Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Join this celebrated community event that has been taking place biennially since 1999! Volunteers from near and far unite to remove trash from the Nehalem Bay Estuary and then celebrate at the ‘Sorting Pit’ with food and drink and friends. In 2022 we pulled over 2 tons of trash and hundreds of pounds of recyclables from the Estuary\, including half a canoe\, two refrigerators\, a yoga mat and an entire boat! Let’s do it again! \nVolunteer activities range from collecting debris\, sorting materials\, and helping with set-up and take down. This event is hosted by the Lower Nehalem Community Trust\, Nehalem Bay Watershed Council and Heart of Cartm. \n>>>  REGISTER HERE  <<<\nWhen? Saturday\, March 9th\, 2024.   Orientation Begins: 7:00 am \nCleanup: Starts immediately after orientation and runs no later than 1pm. \nCelebrate: After you finish the cleanup\, hang out at the sorting pit with food\, family and friends. Get your warm chili in a commemorative mug! \nLocation: Wheeler Waterfront Park\, Wheeler\, OR \nWhat we’ll do: During low tide we will work in groups by zone to walk or paddle the high tide lines to collect trash. Boats and trucks will then bring it back to the Wheeler Waterfront Park Boat Ramp to be sorted\, counted\, weighed\, and disposed of. All ages welcome. \nWhat to Expect: There are different cleanup zones around the estuary with different distances and terrain. Please consult the Zone Map to determine which zone is most appropriate for you. We have done our best to include opportunities for diverse abilities. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if we can help to accommodate your participation or answer any questions. \nWhat to bring: Come prepared for a variable coastal weather conditions. Bring a water bottle\, snack and something to carry it in while you’re out at your cleanup zone. Waterproof boots\, work gloves and layers recommended. Your zone leader will carry safety and first aid equipment. \nPartners and friends: Do you want to be more involved? Have a service or materials to donate? Have a boat and are willing to shuttle people and debris? Don’t hesitate to reach out to us: jessi@heartofcartm.org. \nTHANK YOU TO OUR PARTNERS AND SPONSORS!\nORGANIZERS:\n \nPARTNERS:\n  \n\n\n\nSPONSORs\nSAVE THESE DATES! RALLY YOUR FRIENDS AND REGISTER NOW!\nIn a collaborative effort to raise awareness and take tangible steps towards conservation of the Nehalem Bay Estuary\, four regional organizations call on you to participate in a Nehalem Estuary journey\, which includes education\, action and art! \nEDUCATION: Into the Muck – Estuary Management\, Monitoring\, Restoration\nDate: February 6th\, doors @ 5:30\, presentation @ 6pm.  Location: NCRD Kitchen/Gallery\, Nehalem\nRegistration \nACTION: Restoring our Estuary- Seed Bomb Making and Planting\nDate: February 11th\, 10am-Noon. Location: Alder Creek Farm\, Nehalem\nRegistration \nART: Marine Debris Art Workshop for Families\nDate: March 15th from1:00 – 6:00pm. Location: NCRD Kitchen\, Nehalem\nNo registration necessary. More info at heartofcartm.org \nART: Marine Debris Art Workshop for Adults\nDate: March 16th\, from 12:00pm – 5:00pm Location: Alder Creek Farm Barn\nRegistration
URL:https://www.explorenaturetillamookcoast.com/event/nehalem-estuary-cleanup/
LOCATION:Wheeler Waterfront Park\, 500 Marine Dr\, Wheeler\, OR\, 97147\, United States
CATEGORIES:Action,Easy,Easy/Beginner,Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240302T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240302T120000
DTSTAMP:20240302T195229Z
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SUMMARY:Plant the Harvest
DESCRIPTION:Plant the Harvest\nJoin Tillamook Working Lands and Waters Cooperative and Tillamook Estuaries Partnership on the second event of a two-part series to take an educational tour of timber harvest practices in Tillamook County. \n \nTillamook Working Lands and Waters Cooperative (TWLWC) will be leading a free\, informative and educational tour of a clearcut that is ready to be replanted. Then\, participants will get to practice planting a tree! We learn first-hand the many components that go into timber replanting. Topics include research sites\, fire prep\, planting\, tree species’\, and planting. Participants will get to take home a seedling! \n \nThis event will involve walking up to 1 mile on uneven soil. Please wear proper shoes and bring gear for all types of weather conditions. There is no bathroom at the event location. This event is open to families. Expect to be riding in the van for around 30 minutes total. \n \nTHIS EVENT IS AT A PRIVATE LOCATION PLEASE SEE CONFIRMATION EMAIL FOR LOCATION INSTRUCTIONS We will be using a van to access locations along a forest logging road. \n \nPlease note\, this is an educational event and folks with comments and questions off-topic will be directed to other resources or asked to save their questions until the end of the event. \n \nIn addition to the Tillamook Estuaries Partnership waiver included in the Eventbrite registration\, participants will also be required to sign a Visitor Waiver and Hold Harmless Agreement to access private timber land. This waiver will be provided in paper format at the event location. \n \nPlease direct any questions to diana@tbnep.org \n \nThis is an Explore Nature Event. Explore Nature is sponsored in part by Visit Tillamook Coast
URL:https://www.explorenaturetillamookcoast.com/event/plant-the-harvest/
LOCATION:Netarts Community Club\, 4929 Netarts Highway West\, Tillamook\, OR\, 97141\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240211T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240211T120000
DTSTAMP:20240209T230508Z
CREATED:20240118T121514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T230508Z
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SUMMARY:Restoring our Estuary - Seed bomb making and planting at Alder Creek Farm
DESCRIPTION:Help us restore Alder Creek\, a tributary of the Nehalem river! Join Lower Nehalem Community Trust\, The Lower Nehalem Watershed Council and Tillamook Estuaries Partnership’s Native Plant Nursery on a plant restoration themed morning. We will have a seed ball building activity in the covered barn and will be planting native plants along the edges of the creek. Participants will get to take home their seed balls filled with seeds from the Native Plant Nursery. \n \nThere are so many benefits to planting native plants! They provide shade to maintain cooler stream temperatures for salmon\, stabilize stream banks to reduce erosion and flooding\, store and release water to lower flood risk and more! \n \nThis event is part of the Nehalem Estuary Month where we will be featuring events leading up to the MARCH 9th BIENNIAL NEHALEM BAY ESTUARY CLEANUP. \n \nThis Event will happen rain or shine. Please bring appropriate footwear for planting on muddy and uneven ground and be prepared for rain. Please bring water and snacks. There is a portable restroom available at the event location. Everything needed for planting will be provided including shovels and gloves. \n \nThis event is suitable for families and children ages 10 +. It will include less than one mile of hiking on moderately challenging terrain. If you have any questions\, please contact Emily Akdedian at emilyakdedian@nehalemtrust.org Please leave your dog friends at home as this is a wildlife sanctuary.This event will include walking on uneven terrain for less than 1 mile. Please see the pictures below to see if this event is accessible for you. \n \nThis is an Explore Nature Tillamook Coast event. Explore Nature is sponsored in part by Tillamook Coast Visitors Center.
URL:https://www.explorenaturetillamookcoast.com/event/restoring-our-estuary-seed-bomb-making-and-planting-at-alder-creek-farm/
LOCATION:Alder Creek Farm\, 35955 Underhill Lane\, Nehalem\, OR\, 97141\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Easy/Beginner,Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240206T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240206T200000
DTSTAMP:20240206T195353Z
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SUMMARY:INTO THE MUCK: Estuary Management\, Monitoring and Restoration on the Nehalem
DESCRIPTION:INTO THE MUCK: Estuary Management\, Monitoring and Restoration on the Nehalem\n\n\nWHEN: Tuesday\, February 6th. Doors open at 5:30 for refreshments\, presentation to begin at 6pm.\nWHERE: NCRD Kitchen and Gallery\, 36155 9th Street\, Nehalem\, OR 97131 (or option to join virtually)\nVIRTUAL (Join by Zoom):\n\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/84710537582?pwd=zQLONzBAJH6Ow8rvKcJaw3deurmKry.1\nMeeting ID: 847 1053 7582\nPasscode: 571638\n\nJoin the Lower Nehalem Community Trust\, Oregon Shores Conservation Coalition\, Tillamook Estuaries Partnership\, and the Nehalem Bay Watershed Council for an evening gathering and presentation on the importance of our estuaries and the management\, monitoring and restoration of our Nehalem Bay.
URL:https://www.explorenaturetillamookcoast.com/event/into-the-muck-estuary-management-monitoring-and-restoration-on-the-nehalem/
LOCATION:OR
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240206T140000
DTSTAMP:20240206T195219Z
CREATED:20240131T162646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T195219Z
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SUMMARY:Revitalize the campground at Cape Lookout State Park
DESCRIPTION:Help revitalize the campground at Cape Lookout State Park with Oregon State Parks and Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS. We are looking for volunteers to help us plant native vegetation in and around the campground. These plants will act as a barrier between campsites while providing beneficial services to wildlife and the ecosystem. \nLend a hand at digging\, plantings\, removing non-native vegetation in the restoration areas\, and mulching around newly established plants. \nIf possible\, we ask participants to provide their own: \n\nwork gloves\nhand pruners\nshovels (some will be provided by the park)\nappropriate gear for the Oregon Coast in February\nlunch\nreusable water bottle\nmug or thermos for hot beverages\n\nBe prepared for dynamic\, winter weather on the Oregon coast. This event is family-friendly. Come for all or a portion of the day as your schedule allows. \nThis opportunity is an EXPLORE NATURE take-action event! Explore Nature Series events are hosted by a consortium of volunteer community and non-profit organizations\, and are meaningful nature-based experiences that highlight the unique beauty of Tillamook County and the work being done to preserve and conserve the area’s natural resources and natural resource-based economy. \nLearn more about Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS at www.netartsbaywebs.org or by visiting our social media pages (@netartsbaywebs). \nWe understand everyone learns and experiences the outdoors differently and are open to working with anyone needing additional support. We will adjust the restoration duties to meet the needs of participants\, however\, we have limited capacity. Please contact us in advance so we can do our best to accommodate your needs and/or find a way for you or your group to have fun participating in our events. \nQuestions: Info@netartsbaywebs.org \n  \n 
URL:https://www.explorenaturetillamookcoast.com/event/476/
LOCATION:Cape Lookout State Park\, 13000 Whiskey Creek Road\, Tillamook\, OR\, 97136\, United States
CATEGORIES:Action,Easy,Easy/Beginner
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS":MAILTO:info@netartsbaywebs.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240127T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240127T123000
DTSTAMP:20240127T123018Z
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SUMMARY:Crabbing Workshop and Cooking Demo
DESCRIPTION:Tillamook County Wellness and Tillamook Estuaries Partnership bring you part 2 of Four Seasons Of Foraging! Throughout the year we will co-host 4 events highlighting the unique foraging opportunities coastal Oregon provides. \n \nJoin us and local educator Alanna Kieffer from Shifting Tides LLC at the Historic US Coast Guard Boathouse for a day of crabbing! Dive into coastal ecology and oceanography along the Oregon Coast while learning how to set and throw crab pots. Gain a deeper appreciation of all things that make Dungeness crab such a special and sustainable food source in Oregon. You will learn how to ID different types of crabs\, crabbing limits\, seasons\, and much more! This is a free event and registration will be capped at 20 attendees. \n \nAlthough we’ll be along a pier and near the boathouse\, please wear appropriate footgear (e.g. tennis shoes\, rainboots\, or other hiking footwear). The Event will happen rain or shine (unless thunder-storming). If the weather looks “iffy” please bring a rain poncho\, jacket and hat. Please be prepared for any and all types of weather\, the Oregon Coast is not predictable and we will be fully exposed to the elements. The boathouse is sheltered but NOT heated and the dock is not covered. There’s a 100% chance you will get wet during this class! There is a bathroom in the Boathouse\, dogs are not allowed. \n \nWhat to bring: \n\nYou will need a bag (mesh\, reusable grocery bag works great\, or even plastic bag)\nA cooler with ice to transport your harvest home (if we catch lots of crabs!)\nA water bottle\, snacks and any other refreshments you may want during the Event. Personal medications and sunscreen are also recommended.\n\n \nShellfish permits ** For this demo and tasting of crab at the boathouse – folks do not need to buy a shellfish license. *IF* we catch enough crabs that there are plenty for people to take any home\, people would need to have a shellfish license to take crabs home with them. It is not guaranteed that we will catch enough crabs for this. But a yearly shellfish permit for OR residents is 10$ and 30$ for non-residents and would be good until the end of 2024 if you would like to purchase one just in case permits can be obtained online from ODFW\, please do so before class\, and should be available on the app on your phone for easy access incase needed. \n \nAccessibility Level: We will be walking on a boardwalk over the TIllamook Bay. The boardwalk is uneven and can be slippery. The parking lot is medium sized-gravel. There are stairs and a ramp to reach the boardwalk. There are multiple transitions between the gravel and ramp\, crossing train tracks\, crossing the uneven boardwalk. Please see pictures below for more information on whether this event is accessible for you. If there is any other information we can provide or accommodations we can help with\, please email us at info@tbnep.org or call our office at 503 322-2222. \n \nThis is an Explore Nature Tillamook Coast event. Explore Nature is sponsored in part by Tillamook Coast Visitors Center. \n \nSpecial Instructions to access the event venue: Turn left off Hwy 101 onto 12th street. Turn right onto Bay lane\, drive to the end and park in the Gravel parking lot. Go up the stairs and cross the train tracks\, then walk down the boardwalk to the Boathouse. \nlearn more about the Historic Garibaldi Coast Guard Boathouse
URL:https://www.explorenaturetillamookcoast.com/event/crabbing-workshop-and-cooking-demo/
LOCATION:Garibaldi Historic US Coast Guard Boathouse\, 1209 Bay Lane\, Garibaldi\, OR\, 97118\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231118T120000
DTSTAMP:20231019T213240Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231019T213240Z
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SUMMARY:Salmon Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join LNCT and Cyndi Curtis from the Wild Salmon Center for a walk along Coal Creek\, a tributary of the Nehalem River\, in the Tillamook State Forest. We’ll stroll along the creek looking for spawning salmon in their annual rite and learn about the efforts underway to protect and restore critical salmon habitat in the watershed. \nThis event includes less than 1.5 miles of walking on a graveled state forest road with a gentle grade to a bridge where we will look for salmon and talk about restoration of the watershed. Participants may opt to venture further over overgrown and uneven surface to an off-trail location to view diverse salmon habitat or may choose to stay at the bridge and watch. If heavy rains eliminate the likelihood of seeing salmon\, we may opt to instead visit a nearby restoration site where we would walk a short distance along a graveled road to see a stream restoration project. All info will be sent to registered participants prior to the event. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to emilyakdedian@nehalemtrust with any questions\, we are happy to do our best to facilitate the participation of anyone who wishes to join.
URL:https://www.explorenaturetillamookcoast.com/event/salmon-walk/
LOCATION:Coal Creek\, Tillamook State Forest
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231112T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231112T120000
DTSTAMP:20231010T152228Z
CREATED:20231010T152228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231010T152228Z
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SUMMARY:Photography on the Bay Part II: Enhance Your Art
DESCRIPTION:Join Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS for Photography on the Bay\, a two-part series!\nPHOTOGRAPHY ON THE BAY PART II: Enhancing Your Art\nDo you love to capture the beauty of Netarts and the surrounding area in photos? Searching for tips on how to process and enhance your work? Join professional photographer and WEBS volunteer\, Jim Young\, for a session on post-processing and photography enhancement. \nParticipants will learn tips for post-processing and enhancement\, discuss various programs available\, and leave with the knowledge of what they can do to improve their photos. \nParticipants who are open to having their work displayed and receiving positive feedback and tips for enhancement are encouraged to submit photos for review during the workshop. Cell phone photos are not ideal. All photos should be in raw or jpg format. \nPHOTOGRAPHY ON THE BAY PART 1: This is the second session in our new two-part series\, Photography on the Bay. Participants are encouraged to also participate in Photography on the Bay I: Exploring Photographic Composition. Scroll down for more information on that event. \nEVENT DETAILS: \n\nRegistration is required.\nThere is an IN-PERSON and VIRTUAL option for this event.\nMeeting location and meeting link (for virtual attendees) will be shared after registration.\nParticipants under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.\nCost: There is no cost to attend this program. Please consider supporting WEBS with a tax-exempt donation.\n\nThis event is part of the Explore Nature series of hikes\, walks\, paddles\, and outdoor adventures. Explore Nature events are hosted by a consortium of volunteer community and non-profit organizations\, and are meaningful nature-based experiences that highlight the unique beauty of Tillamook County and the work being done to preserve and conserve the area’s natural resources and natural resource-based economy. \nFind out more on our website Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS (www.netartsbaywebs.org) and by following our Facebook and Instagram pages (@netartsbaywebs). \nStay connected with the Explore Nature Partnership at www.explorenaturetillamookcoast.com or on social media (@explorenature_tillamookcoast). \nWe understand everyone learns differently and are open to working with anyone needing additional support. We will adjust how we offer this event to meet the needs of participants\, however\, we have limited capacity. Please contact us in advance so we can do our best to accommodate your needs. \n\n\n\n\nPhotography on the Bay Part I: Explore Photographic Composition \nDATE + TIME: October 15\, 2023\, at 10 AM \nLearn how to make your photographs shine during Photography on the Bay Part II! \nClick here to reserve your spot!
URL:https://www.explorenaturetillamookcoast.com/event/photography-on-the-bay-part-ii-enhance-your-art/
LOCATION:Netarts Community Club\, 4929 Netarts Highway West\, Tillamook\, OR\, 97141\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231015T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231015T130000
DTSTAMP:20231010T151519Z
CREATED:20231010T151320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231010T151519Z
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SUMMARY:Photography on the Bay Part 1: Exploring Photographic Composition
DESCRIPTION:Join Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS during a FREE course for emerging landscape and nature photographers. \nJoin Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS for Photography on the Bay\, a two-part series!\n\nPHOTOGRAPHY ON THE BAY PART I: PHOTOGRAPHIC COMPOSITION-\nAre you an emerging landscape and nature photographer?\nPhotography on the Bay Part I: Photographic Composition is for emerging nature photographers looking for tips on how to arrange visual elements and create stunning photographs.\nComposition is how we arrange visual elements to communicate our ideas about the subject and to engage the viewer. In this class\, we will explore the basics of photography composition\, most of which are applicable to drawing and painting as well. We will give examples illustrating standard “rules of thumb”\, including the first rule: “There are no rules”!\nPHOTOGRAPHY ON THE BAY PART II: Looking to take your photos to the next level? Consider joining us for the second session\, Photography on the Bay Part II: Enhancing your Art\, and learn about post-processing tools and techniques. Scroll down for more information.\nEVENT DETAILS:\n\nRegistration is required. Meeting location and meeting link (for virtual attendees) will be shared after registration.\nParticipants under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.\nFollowing the approximately 1-hour presentation\, there will be an opportunity to visit two or three sites in the Netarts area to try out skills and look for opportunities to explore photographic composition.\nThe presentation will be broadcast virtually for people who prefer.\n\nPresenter: Michael Krall is an avid amateur photographer and birder and has been photographing seriously for over 50 years. Michael has taught prior photography courses. His works were recently featured at the Hoffman Gallery in Manzanita. Some of Michael’s photographs can be viewed\, among other places\, on the www.tillamookbirder website\, which he webmasters. Michael is a retired family physician who splits his time between Netarts and Portland. \nThis event is part of the Explore Nature series of hikes\, walks\, paddles\, and outdoor adventures. Explore Nature events are hosted by a consortium of volunteer community and non-profit organizations\, and are meaningful nature-based experiences that highlight the unique beauty of Tillamook County and the work being done to preserve and conserve the area’s natural resources and natural resource-based economy.\n  \nPhotography on the Bay Part II: Enhance Your Art \nDATE + TIME: November 12\, 2023\, at 10 AM \nLearn how to make your photographs shine during Photography on the Bay Part II! \nClick here to reserve your spot!
URL:https://www.explorenaturetillamookcoast.com/event/photography-on-the-bay-part-1-exploring-photographic-composition/
LOCATION:Netarts\, 4949 Netarts Hwy WEST\, Netarts\, OR\, 97141\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS":MAILTO:info@netartsbaywebs.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231014T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231014T123000
DTSTAMP:20230829T181747Z
CREATED:20230829T160839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230829T181747Z
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SUMMARY:Art Illuminating Science: Gyotaku impressions from the sea
DESCRIPTION:Dive into the world of nearshore creatures and plants in this workshop combining science and art. Learn how to make fine art prints from direct impressions of seaweeds\, crab\, rockfish\, octopus and salmon. Printing master Duncan Berry will share his knowledge of printing and archival paper and inks in this remarkable tradition. He will be joined by Alanna Kieffer who is a marine biologist that will share her wealth of knowledge regarding many of the species we will be printing. \nEach participant will take home between 6 to 12 beautiful fine art prints. \n• See Duncan Berry’s work at By Land + By Sea + By Air \n• See Alanna’s offerings at Shifting Tides NW \nHow accessible is the event space?\nThis event will be held at the Historic U.S. Coast Guard Boat House in Garibaldi\, Oregon. This location is wheelchair accessible. To enter the Boat House\, participants must use a ramp or staircase to access a 200 ft board walk over the bay. See the attached video and pictures to get a better idea. \nDoes this event have a fee?\nThis event has a fee of 100$ per person to cover the cost of materials and to compensate the instructors for their expertise. \nHow many participants can attend this event?\nThis event will be capped at 20 participants to ensure each participant has time with the instructors. \nWill I be able to take home my prints?\nYes! Each participant will take home 6 to 12 beautiful prints. \nIs there an age requirement for this event?\nDue to safety and accessibility of the activity\, participants must be 10 years old or older. \n***This event has a fee of 100$ per person to cover the cost of materials and to compensate the instructors for their expertise. \n***This event will be held at the Historic U.S. Coast Guard Boat House in Garibaldi\, Oregon. This location is wheelchair accessible. To enter the Boat House\, participants must use a ramp or staircase to access a 200 ft board walk over the bay. See the attached video and pictures to get a better idea of the space. \n***Light refreshments will be available. \n***Please bring layers because the historic boat house can get cold. \nThis event is hosted in partnership between the Garibaldi Cultural Heritage Initiative\, Shifting Tides\, By Land + By Sea + By Air\, Tillamook Estuaries Partnership\, and Explore Nature. \nThis is is an Explore Nature Event. Explore Nature is sponsored in part by Visit Tillamook Coast and Tillamook PUD. \nPlease contact Clair Thomas with any questions at clairothomas56@gmail.com
URL:https://www.explorenaturetillamookcoast.com/event/art-illuminating-science/
LOCATION:Garibaldi Historic US Coast Guard Boathouse\, 1209 Bay Lane\, Garibaldi\, OR\, 97118\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ages 10 +,Art,Easy/Beginner,Wheelchair Accessible
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ORGANIZER;CN="Garibaldi Cultural Initiative":MAILTO:savegaribaldipier@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230916T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230916T130000
DTSTAMP:20230829T232745Z
CREATED:20230829T231857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230829T232745Z
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SUMMARY:Netarts Bay Beach and Riverside Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Join SOLVE\, Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS (www.netartsbaywebs.org)\, and Tillamook County at the Netarts Bay Boat Ramp (2065 Netarts Boat Basin Road\, Netarts\, OR) from 10 AM – 1 PM for a shoreline cleanup! \nFriends of Netarts Bay WEBS members and our partners have been working with SOLVE to host cleanups in the area from Cape Lookout to Cape Meares to Bay Ocean for over a decade. Join us this year and help us protect marine life and maintain the beauty of our coast. \nDon’t forget about the small stuff! The most commonly found items of trash found on Oregon beaches are tiny bits of plastic and cigarette butts\, which can be harmful to shorebirds and marine life. Bring an old colander to sift the sand for these items. \nThis beach cleanup is family-friendly\, and volunteers of all ages will find the event fun and rewarding. \nRemember our ocean shores can be dangerous. Avoid logs in the water. Keep your distance from marine mammals\, and never turn your back on the ocean! If you find any hazardous material\, please alert your Beach Captain. And remember\, it’s more fun to work as part of a team. Bring a buddy\, stay safe\, and have fun! \nAdvanced Registration: Is highly suggested but not required. Please sign up (green button below) ahead of time to guarantee your spot. \nMeeting Location: Volunteers will be meeting at the Netarts Boat Basin. Look for the SOLVE signs and Friends of Netarts Bay flag! \nAddress: 2065 Netarts Basin Boat Rd\, Tillamook\, OR 97141 \nWhat to Bring: You are encouraged to bring your own reusable bucket/bag\, gloves\, and water bottle to help reduce plastic waste. If you happen to forget\, SOLVE will provide bags and gloves. If you bring personal belongings please bring a backpack so you can pick up trash hands-free. Dress for the weather\, wear closed-toed shoes\, and long pants. Be prepared for the variable Oregon coast weather. Also bring your cell phone\, and a filled reusable water bottle. \nWhat’s Provided: Recycled trash bags and gloves are available to all volunteers at check-in. A small supply of trash grabbers can be loaned. If you have your own\, please bring them. \nRestrooms: Public restrooms are available at the check-in locations \nParking: Parking at check-in is limited however people usually move in and out quickly. A day pass will be provided to any volunteer cleaning sections of the beach requiring parking in a fee lot. \nTransit: There is a nearby bus stop to the check-in location. Please see the NW Connect Oregon website and The Wave for more information: https://www.nworegontransit.org/routes/ \nAccessibility: This area may not be easily accessible for folks with mobility concerns. \nTranslation Services: There will not be a Spanish speaker present at this event. \nYouth Volunteers: Volunteers 13 and under must be accompanied by an authorized adult. \nGroups: If you are volunteering with multiple people for this event please register as a Team. See this short guide for how to register as a Team SOLVE | How-To-Guide (solveoregon.org). \nOpportunity Leader: Christine Smith
URL:https://www.explorenaturetillamookcoast.com/event/netarts-bay-beach-and-riverside-cleanup/
LOCATION:Netarts Bay Boat Ramp\, 2065 Netarts Basin Boat Rd\, Netarts\, OR\, 97143\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Walk
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SUMMARY:Kayak Netarts Bay: Bay Entrance
DESCRIPTION:****PLEASE NOTE: THIS PLATFORM IS TO SUBMIT A REQUEST TO JOIN THE TOUR. SPOTS ARE CONFIRMED AFTER KAYAK TILLAMOOK REVIEWS YOUR REQUEST. **** \nThis tour offers an easier ride. Participants will meander through the bay while making stops to appreciate the variety of animals and algae within the bay. Investigate seaweed blades for hidden creatures\, watch crabs scurry along the sandy bottom\, see filtering shellfish\, and appreciate other invertebrates bouncing between sand grains within the shallow waters of the cove. Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS interpreters and Kayak Tillamook County Naturalists will guide our exploration of this diverse marine habitat. \nHow to Sign Up:\nPlease click on the ‘register’ button and submit a spot request. Your registration will be reviewed by Kayak Tillamook County and we will contact you to confirm after their review. \nRestrictions: Tweens and older are free to join this trip. People with serious medical conditions should exercise caution in joining. Anyone under 90 lbs or over 230 lbs should notify us during registration to ensure we have the proper gear. \nWhere: Netarts Bay area. Sign up for the specific location! \nRefundable Registration Fee: This program is free\, but to reduce no-shows there is a $10 refundable registration fee which will be returned to you at the event\, or if you provide at least 24 hours notice that you can’t make it. \nCost: No charge except for the $10 refundable registration. Tax-exempt donations to Netarts Bay WEBS to enable programs like this are highly encouraged\, but not required. \nThis is an Explore Nature co-listed event!
URL:https://www.explorenaturetillamookcoast.com/event/kayak-netarts-bay-entrance/
LOCATION:Netarts Bay Boat Ramp\, 2065 Netarts Basin Boat Rd\, Netarts\, OR\, 97143\, United States
CATEGORIES:Easy/Beginner,Paddle
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