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
Mar
22
Link Forests to Tidepools at Cape Perpetua
March 22, 2016 - March 25, 2016
Cape Perpetua Visitor Center. Photo by Andre Hagestedt.
Marine reserves don’t exist in a vacuum, and one important goal for Oregon Shores and our partners in the Oregon Marine Reserves Partnership (OMRP) is to link onshore ecosystems to these protected areas immediately offshore.
The Cape...
Mar
16
Coastal Rainforest Presentation
March 16, 2016, Seaside
Neal Maine at work. Photo courtesy of North Coast Land Conservancy.
Naturalist Neal Maine offers a presentation in words and images about our native...
Mar
15
Volunteer Coordinator Helps with Whale Watch Training
March 15, 2016, Lincoln City
Depoe Bay Whale Watching Center. Photo courtesy of OPRD.
Mar
4
Kalmiopsis Audubon Society Annual Meeting and Potluck
March 4, 2016
Join Kalmiposis Audubon Society members for this annual meeting plus fun potluck and slide sharing. Bring something you like to eat, and each person can share 10-15 favorite bird, nature, or landscape slides in either digital or traditional format. It’s always a fun evening. If you plan to come,...
Mar
4
Sharing the Coast Conference 2016
March 4, 2016 - March 6, 2016, Coos Bay
Students learning at sea. Photo courtesy of Ocean Inquiry
Feb
16
Presentation on Water's Role in Shaping the Coast
February 16, 2016, Seaside
The land we see has been shaped by water. In fact, on the coast most of the land we see was once under water. This will be geologist Tom Horning’s theme when he speaks on The Geology of Water. Horning will lead an imaginary tour of our shoreline through time. Sediment eroded by the sea from...
Feb
11
Bird Conservation in Oregon’s Marine Reserve System
February 11, 2016, Manzanita
Common murres at Yaquina Head. Photo by Amanda Gladics.
Jan
24
Beached Bird Survey Training
January 24, 2016, Port Orford
Conducting the beached bird survey. Photo courtesy of COASST.
Jan
23
Beached Bird Survey Training
January 23, 2016, Bandon
Conducting the beached bird survey. Photo courtesy of COASST.
Jan
22
King Tide Wrap-Up Party
January 22, 2016, Bandon
A King Tide at the Inn at Otter Crest. Photo courtesty of ORKingTide.