CoastWatch Events
Events of interest to CoastWatchers, sponsored by various organizations.
Events that are sponsored or featured by Oregon Shores are highlighted.
CoastWatch intertidal field trip. Photo by Alex Derr.
Oct
2
CoastWatch Fall Challenge--Extended
October 2, 2022
Tidepool observation.\Photo courtesy of ODFW.
There is still time to participate in the CoastWatch Fall Challenge, a 10-day event running Sept. 23-Oct. 3 (note: this has been extended by one day), during which CoastWatch volunteers (and anyone else who would like to participate) are...
Oct
3
Talk on Youth and Environmental Justice
October 3, 2022
Youth rallying for environmental justice.\Photo courtesy of Earthjustice.
The Northwest Aquatic and Marine Educators offer a virtual talk on “Engaging Youth in Environmental Justice” on Monday, Oct. 3, at 6:30 p.m.
In this talk, learn how Dr. Mindy Chappell leveraged chemistry curriculum in...
Oct
6
Sand Seminar
October 6, 2022
Sand from three beaches. /Photo by Marty Guiles
Nothing could be more fundamental to the Oregon coast and its public beaches than sand. We may love the feel of sand between our toes, and we may worry about sand if it seems to be eroding away, but we tend not to think about the substance...
Oct
19
Marine Debris Survey Training
October 19, 2022, Hammond
Marine debris survey in action.\Photo by Dennis White.
More volunteers are always needed for the marine debris survey managed by CoastWatch. People on the north coast have a monthly opportunity to participate in a survey, to see whether it is for you, and to get training if interested.
One...
Nov
16
Marine Debris Survey Training
November 16, 2022, Hammond
Marine debris surveyors at work.\Photo by Ed Joyce.
More volunteers are always needed for the marine debris survey managed by CoastWatch. Those on the north coast have a monthly opportunity to participate in a survey, to see whether it is for you, and to get training if interested.
One of...
Nov
17
Land-Sea Symposium
November 17, 2022, Yachats
North boundary of Cape Perpetua Marine Reserve. /Photo courtesy of Oregon Marine Reserves Flickr
The Cape Perpetua Land-Sea Symposium will be resuming as an in-person event for its 10th annual celebration this year. The event will take place at the Yachats Commons (441 U.S. 101, Yachats) on...
Dec
14
Marine Debris Survey Training
December 14, 2022, Hammond
More volunteers are always needed for the marine debris survey managed by CoastWatch. Those on the north coast have a monthly opportunity to participate in a survey, to see whether it is for you, and to get training if interested.
One of the locations at which CoastWatch conducts our marine...
Past Events
Jul
8
CoastWatch Shoreline Science Workshop
July 8, 2016 - July 10, 2016, Depoe Bay
Students studying a sample area on the coast. Photo by Michael Coe.
CoastWatch will offer only one Shoreline Science Workshop this summer, instead of the usual three. The good news is that we’re giving you plenty of advance notice to sign up for the one that will take place. It will be held...
Jun
25
Community Science Day at Otter Rock
June 25, 2016, Otter Rock
Karen Driscoll, tabling at a recent Otter Rock event. Photo by Briton Ogden.
Join us on June 25 for a special day devoted to the Otter Rock Marine Reserve and the citizen science work that CoastWatch conducts there. This occasion will also be the debut of our newly organizing CoastWatch...
Jun
24
Tsunami Debris Talk
June 24, 2016, Lincoln City
John Chapman investigates a tsunami boat at Sacchi Beach.
Marine debris researcher John Chapman will discuss what we’ve been learning from the recent upsurge of tsunami debris in a special lecture on Friday, June 24, 6:30 p.m. at the Oregon Coast Community College’s Lincoln City branch...
Jun
8
World Oceans Day Beachwalk
June 8, 2016, Seal Rock
To celebrate World Oceans Day, CoastWatch Volunteer Coordinator Fawn Custer will lead a walk at Seal Rock State Park, taking advantage of the minus tide that morning. Participants will explore the tidepools and driftline and learn about opportunities to contribute to coastal citizen science...
May
11
South Coast Training for Oystercatcher Survey
May 11, 2016, Port Orford
Black Oystercatcher with chick. Photo by Heather Roskelley.
This event is one of three available training sessions for volunteers interested in helping with a scientific study of Black Oystercatchers, which will run from May through August. Sponsored by Audubon Society of Portland. See news...
May
6
North Coast Training for Oystercatcher Survey
May 6, 2016, Cannon Beach
Black Oystercatcher with chick. Photo by Heather Roskelley.
This event is one of three available training sessions for volunteers interested in helping with a scientific study of Black Oystercatchers, which will run from May through August. Sponsored by Audubon Society of Portland. See news...
Apr
30
Central Coast Training for Oystercatcher Survey
April 30, 2016, Yachats
Black Oystercatcher with chick. Photo by Heather Roskelley.
This event is one of three available training sessions for volunteers interested in helping with a scientific study of Black Oystercatchers, which will run from May through August. Sponsored by Audubon Society of Portland. See news...
Apr
29
Birding, Blues and CoastWatch
April 29, 2016 - May 1, 2016, Pacific City
Sanderlings. Photo by Peter Pearsall.
Apr
22
Earth Day Gathering at Beverly Beach
April 22, 2016
Yaquina Head from the north. Photo by Alex Derr.
CoastWatch will hold a special Earth Day gathering at Beverly Beach State Park, from 6-8 p.m. on Friday, April 22. Meet at the Education Yurt. Fawn Custer will give an overview of what CoastWatchers have been finding on the shore in recent...
Mar
24
Flying Offshore: Getting to Know Curry's Seabirds
March 24, 2016, Gold Beach
Common murres at Redfish Rocks. Photo by Lois Miller.