CoastWatch Events
CoastWatch intertidal field trip. Photo by Alex Derr.
Feb
23
Marine Debris Monitoring Survey
February 23, 2019, Florence
Conducting marine debris survey and cleanup at Muriel O. Ponsler wayside.\Photo by Tara Dubois.
A monthly marine debris survey takes place at Muriel O. Ponsler State Scenic Viewpoint, between Florence and Yachats. To join the next survey (either to become part of the team, or simply to...
Feb
23
Environmental Volunteer Fair
February 23, 2019, Lincoln City
Student volunteers removing invasive Scotch broom.\Photo by Dina Pavlis.
Lincoln City Audubon is holding a volunteer fair to introduce local residents to opportunities to get involved in environmental activities “focused on habitat, beaches, and the environment.” The event is free and open...
Feb
24
Microplastics Beach Clean Up
February 24, 2019, Otter Rock
Newport Surfrider Chapter cleaning microplastics at Otter Rock.
The Newport Chapter of the Surfrider Foundation is in need of volunteers to clean up the beach at Otter Rock. Join them at the Otter Rock Parking Lot Sunday, Feb. 24 at 10 a.m. Park near the bathrooms. There's more plastic and...
Mar
8
Sharing the Coast Community Talk
March 8, 2019, Newport
Marty Giles in the field, teaching.
The tenth annual Sharing the Coast Conference will take place March 8-10 at the Hatfield Marine Science Center (2030 S.E. Marine Science Dr.) in the South Beach area of Newport. The event will feature speakers, panels, and field trips, all designed to...
Mar
9
Sharing the Coast Conference
March 9, 2019, Newport
Yaquina Bay Bridge, with marine science center in the background.\Photo by Bonnie Moreland.
The tenth annual Sharing the Coast Conference will take place March 8-10 at the Hatfield Marine Science Center (2030 S.E. Marine Science Dr.) in the South Beach area of Newport. The event will...
Mar
9
Sharing the Coast and King Tide Party
March 9, 2019, Newport
Meg Reed, taking a King Tide photo.
Whether or not you are attending the Sharing the Coast Conference on March 9, you are invited to the party that caps the day. This year the annual event is doing double duty, by serving also as our wrap-up celebration of this winter’s successful King...
Mar
10
CoastWatch and Citizen Science Training
March 10, 2019, Otter Rock
CoastWatch training at Otter Rock Marine Reserve.\Photo by Alex Derr.
As part of the Sharing the Coast Conference, we’re offering a Sunday field trip at the Otter Rock Marine Reserve. While it is being provided for conference-goers, it is open to all without charge. If you aren’t attending...
Mar
13
Black Oystercatcher Lecture
March 13, 2019, Cannon Beach
Black Oystercatcher. | Photo by Tim Melling
The Friends of Haystack Rock as host the Library Lecture Series held on the second Wednesday of each month, November to May, 7-8:30 p.m. in the Cannon Beach Library (131 N Hemlock St, Cannon Beach). These events are free and open to the public....
Mar
16
Marine Mammal Seminar
March 16, 2019, Charleston
Sea lions on Rogue Reef.\Photo by Dave Ledig.
CoastWatch is collaborating with Bandon’s Shoreline Education for Awareness (SEA) on a series of educational events this winter and spring. One of these, a seminar on the always popular subject of marine mammals, is coming up Saturday, March 16,...
Mar
22
Marine Debris Monitoring Survey
March 22, 2019, Florence
Sorting marine debris for survey.\Photo by Briton Ogden.
A monthly marine debris survey takes place at Muriel O. Ponsler State Scenic Viewpoint, between Florence and Yachats. To join the next survey (either to become part of the team, or simply to learn about the survey and decide whether...
Mar
23
Spring Whale Watch Week
March 23, 2019 - March 31, 2019, Yachats
Grey whale breaching. | Photo by Joe Morris
It is time to celebrate Spring Whale Watch Week on the Oregon coast from March 23 - March 31 at the Cape Perpetua Visitor Center (2400 Hwy 101, Yachats), and at many other locations along the coast. Volunteers will be stationed at 24 designated...
Mar
23
SOLVE Spring Beach Cleanups
March 23, 2019
Join SOLVE and thousands of volunteers on March 23 as they clean up litter and marine debris from the entire Oregon coast! Since 1986, this home-grown tradition of twice-yearly beach cleanups has benefited people and wildlife alike, supporting clean seas and healthy communities. This is a...
Apr
20
Marine Debris Monitoring Survey
April 20, 2019, Florence
Marine debris survey at Muriel O. Ponsler wayside.\Photo by Tara Dubois.
A monthly marine debris survey takes place at Muriel O. Ponsler State Scenic Viewpoint, between Florence and Yachats. To join the next survey (either to become part of the team, or simply to learn about the survey and...
Apr
20
Rocky Shore Lectures
April 20, 2019, Bandon
Bruce Menge in the field with student Elizabeth Cerny-Chipman.
CoastWatch is collaborating with Bandon’s Shoreline Education for Awareness (SEA) on a series of educational events this winter and spring. In connection with Bandon’s Earth Day festivities, we are presenting two talks on rocky...
Apr
22
Tidepool Clinic
April 22, 2019, Lincoln City
Fawn Custer, left, leading a previous tidepool clinic.\Photo by Alex Derr.
Join CoastWatch for a “tidepool clinic” in Lincoln City on Monday, April 22, beginning at 9:30 a.m. Meet at the N.W. 15th St. beach access. The free event is open to all.
For the third spring, CoastWatch is joining...
May
11
Tidepool Clinic
May 11, 2019, Lincoln City
Fawn Custer, CoastWatch volunteer coordinator. (No credit given.)
Join CoastWatch for a “tidepool clinic” in Lincoln City on Saturday, May 11, beginning at 12:30 p.m. Meet at the N.W. 15th St. beach access. The free event is open to all.
For the third spring, CoastWatch is joining forces...
May
24
Tidepool Clinic
May 24, 2019, Lincoln City
Athena Crichton (left) leads CoastWatch training.\Photo by Alex Derr.
Join CoastWatch for a “tidepool clinic” in Lincoln City on Friday, May 24, beginning at 11:30 a.m. Meet at the N.W. 15th St. beach access. The free event is open to all.
For the third year, CoastWatch is joining forces...
Jun
6
BioBlitz at Otter Rock
June 6, 2019, Otter Rock
Fawn Custer leads volunteers during a 2018 bioblitz.\Photo by Doug Cody.
Jun
7
Tidepool Clinic
June 7, 2019, Lincoln City
As assemblage of tidepool life.\Photo by Rena Olson.
Join CoastWatch for a “tidepool clinic” in Lincoln City on Friday, June 7, beginning at 10:30 a.m. Meet at the N.W. 15th St. beach access. The free event is open to all.
For the third year, CoastWatch is joining forces with the Lincoln...
Past Events
Jul
17
BioBlitz at Cape Perpetua
July 17, 2018, Yachats
Cape Perpetua with Visitor Center to the right.\Photo by Alex Derr.
As part of a series of “bioblitzes” being held during this week at Oregon’s marine reserves, a bioblitz is planned for Cape Perpetua for Tuesday, July 17, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. The Oregon Coast Aquarium is partnering with other...
Jul
16
BioBlitz and Beachwalk
July 16, 2018
Aerial view of Cape Falcon.\Photo by Alex Derr.
A series of “BioBlitz” events is being held at Oregon’s marine reserves July 13-17, but the one on July 16 at the Cape Falcon Marine Reserve differs from the others in combining a guided beachwalk with the bioblitz. CoastWatch Volunteer...
Jul
16
Yachats Sea Star Survey
July 16, 2018, Yachats
Rocky shores at Yachats.\Photo by Rena Martin.
CoastWatch has conducted a sea star survey at a site at Yachats State Park for several years now. Karen Heere, who has led the team conducting the survey, needs to step down. CoastWatcher Tara DuBois, who also serves as communications...
Jul
15
BioBlitz at Roads End
July 15, 2018, Lincoln City
Roads End beach seen from the headland to the north.\Photo by Linda Fink.
CoastWatch has taken on a significant challenge—organizing BioBlitzes for Otter Rock and Cascade Head marine reserves. Participation by CoastWatchers and other members of the public is essential. Make plans to get...
Jul
15
Tidepool Clinic
July 15, 2018, Lincoln City
Examining a shore crab.\Photo by Rena Martin.
Join CoastWatch for a “tidepool clinic” in Lincoln City on Sunday, July 15, at 9 a.m. Meet at the N.W. 15th St. beach access. The free event is open to all.
For the second year, CoastWatch has joined forces with the Lincoln City Visitor &...
Jul
14
Haystack Block Party
July 14, 2018, Cannon Beach
The beach at Cannon Beach, with Haystack Rock.\Photo by Sonja Peterson.
The Haystack Rock Awareness Program (HRAP) is celebrating puffins, sunshine, the ocean and more, all in the parking lot of Cannon Beach City Hall. The Summer Block Party is Saturday, July 14 from 5 – 8 p.m. in the...
Jul
14
Talk on Oregon Dunes
July 14, 2018, Florence
Lone hiker in the Oregon Dunes.\Photo by Dina Pavlis.
Spanning more than 40 miles, the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area is the longest expanse of coastal sand dunes in the United States. Stretching from Florence to Coos Bay, the Oregon Dunes NRA attracts more than one million visitors...
Jul
14
Tidepool Clinic
July 14, 2018, Lincoln City
Life often observed in Oregon rocky shore habitats.\Photo by Sara Schreiber.
Join CoastWatch for a “tidepool clinic” in Lincoln City on Saturday, July 14, at 8:30 a.m. Meet at the N.W. 15th St. beach access. The free event is open to all.
For the second year, CoastWatch has joined forces...
Jul
14
BioBlitz at Otter Rock
July 14, 2018, Otter Rock
People exploring tidepools at Otter Rock.\Photo by Cathy Tronquet.
CoastWatch has taken on a significant challenge—organizing BioBlitzes for Otter Rock and Cascade Head marine reserves. Participation by CoastWatchers and other members of the public is essential. Make plans to get involved...
Jul
13
BioBlitz Introduction and Training
July 13, 2018, Newport
Sea stars and algae characterize rocky shore habitats.\Photo by Rena Martin.
On July 14 and July 15, we’re conducting our big BioBlitzes at Otter Rock Marine Reserve and Cascade Head Marine Reserve, consecutively. The goal is to take a one-day inventory of all the species we can find on the...