Climate Events
Mar
28
Lobby Day against Jordan Cove
March 28, 2019, Salem
Earlier anti-LNG rally at the Capitol\Photo courtesy of Rogue Climate.
The coalition of groups, including Oregon Shores, that opposes development of an LNG (liquefied natural gas) terminal on Coos Bay’s North Spit, has called for a public rally and lobby day against LNG at the Oregon State...
Apr
4
Science Talk '19
April 4, 2019 - April 5, 2019, Portland
Have you ever struggled to explain why your science matters to a non-scientist? Have you ever been frustrated at the way science is covered in the media and used in policy? Have you wondered just what they’re teaching about science these days? Then this particular annual conference is right...
Apr
4
Talk on Ocean Acidification
April 4, 2019, Newport
Oregon's ocean--trouble beneath the surface.\Photo by Sara Schreiber.
While sea level rise, intensifying storms, and wildfires dominate discussions about the effects of climate change, the increasing acidity of the oceans is actually one of its most threatening aspects. The nearshore ocean...
Apr
20
Lecture on Rocky Shores and Climate Change
April 20, 2019, Bandon
Bruce Menge in the field, with student Elizabeth Cerny-Chipman.
CoastWatch is co-sponsoring a talk on how climate change may affect our intertidal areas as part of Bandon’s (slightly premature) Earth Day celebration on Saturday, April 20, at 2 p.m. in the Bandon Public Library (1204 11th...
Past Events
Feb
6
Rally Against Offshore Drilling
February 6, 2018, Salem
Stop Offshore Drilling. | Photo courtesy of Surfrider Foundation
The Department of Interior announced plans on Jan. 4 to dramatically expand offshore drilling in U.S waters. The plan targets over 90% of all federal waters for new oil and gas lease sales including the Atlantic, Pacific,...
Feb
6
Offshore Drilling Public Meeting
February 6, 2018, Salem
Oil rigs and whale spout off the coast of California. | Photo by Al Seib (LA Times)
The Department of Interior announced plans on Jan. 4 to dramatically expand offshore drilling in U.S waters. The Trump Administration is targeting over 90% of all federal waters for new oil and gas lease...
Feb
6
Climate Change Lecture
February 6, 2018, Gold Beach
King tide, a preview of sea level rise, at Arizona Beach, near Gold Beach.\Photo by Leslie Suva.
Ryan Sandler, a meteorologist with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) will discuss “Climate Change and the Pacific Northwest” at 2 p.m. at Southwestern Oregon Community...
Feb
5
King Tide Wrap-Up Party
February 5, 2018, Coos Bay
King Tide swamps railroad tracks in Coos Bay.\Photo by Robert More.
We’re celebrating the conclusion of the 2017-2018 King Tide Project with a party on Monday, Feb. 5, beginning at 6 p.m. at the 7 Devils Brewing Co. in Coos Bay. We’ll furnish the finger food—drinks and meals available no...
Feb
1
Talk on Ocean Acidification
February 1, 2018, Newport
Dr. George Waldbusser at work in the field.
Marine scientist George Waldbusser will address the crucial question of how ocean acidification caused by climate change will affect Oregon’s coastal habitats when he speaks on “Ocean Acidification and Estuaries: Connections between Land and Sea,...
Jan
30
Clean Energy Jobs Bill Presentation
January 30, 2018, Newport
Yaquina Head lighthouse, near Newport, uses energy--let's keep it clean.\Photo by Justin Knott.
Lincoln County residents who are interested in making a constructive effort to combat climate change are invited to learn about an ambitious state legislative bill proposed for the upcoming state...
Jan
28
Science Pub Features Pyrosomes
January 28, 2018, Coos Bay
Over the past year, you may have seen some odd gelatinous tubes (some compare them to icycles) washing up on local beaches. Many CoastWatchers have reported large numbers on their miles. These creatures are known as pyrosomes, and have never before been seen in such concentrations in...
Jan
19
King Tide Wrap-Up Party
January 19, 2018, Newport
Geologist Nick Cohn sampling the wind at South Beach.
We’re celebrating the conclusion of the 2017-2018 King Tide Project with a party at the Rogue Brewery’s South Beach location (2320 S.E. Marine Science Dr. in Newport). We’ll furnish the finger food—drinks and meals available no host...
Jan
15
King Tide Wrap-Up Party
January 15, 2018, Cannon Beach
Aspiring coastal scientist Dylan Anderson.
We’re celebrating the conclusion of the 2017-2018 King Tide Project on the north coast with a party at the Public Coast Brewery (264 3rd St.) in Cannon Beach. The event is free and open to all. We’ll furnish the finger food—drinks and meals...
Jan
13
Wildfires of Western Oregon Talk
January 13, 2018, Yachats
Oregon 2017 wildfires in the gorge. | Photo by Tristan Fortsch
The Cape Perpetua Speaker Series is from January-March. Each part of the series is hosted by a special presenter who is well versed on a partiuclar point of interest. This event will focus on the wildfires of Western Oregon. The...