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Banana Belt Brookings The weather in this South Coast town invites lounging, but the numerous recreational and cultural activities will keep you occupied for days. —Gail Oberst
Playwright in Paradise Celebrated playright William Luce has found inspiration in Depoe Bay. —Allen Cox
Kiss & Tell Everything you need to know about planning your wedding on the Oregon Coast. —Wendy Ardolino
Off the Beaten Path A new trail on the South Coast, the Rogue River Walk, was forged by the tenacious hands of volunteers. —Laurel Gerkman
Taking Care of Tide Pools The Haystack Rock Awareness Program educates the public about the delicate tide pool ecosystem at Cannon Beach. —Olga Haley
Other Features:
C’est Vert A new South Coast shop showcases local products with an eco-friendly flair. —Gail Oberst
Fish, Food, Fun Whiskey Creek Fish Hatchery, just north of Cape Lookout, offers an annual fishing day for people with disabilities. —Cheryl D. Wanner
Biz Kidz An innovative program helps kids design and market their own products. —Kate Giese
A Ride to Remember Take a desire to save the planet, add the kick you get from going really, really fast, and support the Newport Symphony at the same time. —W. W. Clyde Reid
Louis Simpson’s Legacy Three South Coast state parks were once the expansive estate of a lumber baron, but are now open for all to enjoy. —Carolyn Kohler
Almost Quiet on the Oregon Coast A young corporal made a name for himself as a peacemaker when he presided over the division of a beached whale during the Civil War.
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Boats at Brookings-Harbor,
by Larry Andreasen |