Late Summer Fishing Tips on Oregon’s Adventure Coast

08/03/2010

Photo From Fishing Oregon's Adventure Coast

Love to fish?  Sport fishing is a popular outdoor recreation activity and the Oregon Coast has a bounty of incredible fishing options. Fishermen can venture offshore for salmon, halibut, Albacore tuna and a variety of bottomfish – from lingcod, to rockfish, to flatfish.

Here are some tips and resources to help you plan your fishing trip along the Oregon Coast!

  • Visit www.fishingcoosbay.com to get current weather and water condition updates and stay up to date on the newest rules and regulations.
  • For more fishing season information rules & regulations and license requirements check with the  Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife.
  • Check with local tackle and bait shops for local information about specific seasons, catch limits and conditions.  Find these businesses at www.baitnet.com
  • Contact one of our local charter fishing operators and/or experienced fishing guides for more local information:

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Albacore tuna tend to be offshore from mid summer through early fall and Bottomfish are available year around – weather permitting – and a charter trip usually ends with an ice chest full of fish.

Oregon’s bay area also offers several unique fisheries; surf fishing from local beaches for striped bass and surf perch and in-bay fishing for White sturgeon. The best information about these fishing opportunities is available from local tackle shops

7/22/2010 Fishing Report from www.fishingcoosbay.com

Bottom fishing can’t be beat. Charters from Charleston and Bandon have continued to send people home with their limits in fish. All trips have been selling out, so if you want to go, book well in advance.

That said, over the past week, big winds have forced charter boat operators to cancel a few trips. What’s up with the wind anyway? At times, it’s blown hard in the morning and quieted in the afternoon. Recreational fishermen who’ve had to stay in the bay, have been catching mostly black rockfish.

The weekend outlook for fishing in the bay is good. Herring moved in Wednesday. They’re good-sized, too, according to Matt at Fishermen’s Wharf. If there’s bait in the bay, there will be more fish. Salmon fishing is slow, despite decent conditions and tuna is far offshore (100-120 miles). Sport boats may get lucky and catch a few in closer to shore, but the commercial boats have followed the tuna wave north toward Newport.

Crabbing is improving from the docks, now that the minus tides are gone. Crabbing in the bay is improving, too. Commercial crabbing has been slow, and that prompted Fishermen’s Wharf to fly in some Maine lobster today to add to its stock. The Crab Shack has some crab, and it’s stocking spot shrimp now, too.

Visit the following sites for more information:

Charleston Marina and Launch Ramp

Oregon Outdoor Radio Show with Richard DeChambeau

Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife

The Fin – Oregon Fishing Reports

Amato Publications – Many books & videos on Coastal Recreational Hunting and Fishing

Scott Haugen – Outdoor Writer and Photographer



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Running with Pre…Coos Bay is Filled with Memories of Steve Prefontaine

06/22/2010

“I like to make people stop and say-I’ve never seen anyone run like that before. It’s more than just a race, it’s a style.  It’s doing something better than anyone else.”  – Steve Prefontaine

Running fans from all over travel to Coos Bay, Oregon each year to get a glimpse of home of one of the greatest running legends of all time: Steve Prefontaine.   Steve’s tenacity and style helped fuel the running craze born in the 1970s and captured the imagination of millions of fans around the world.

Famed University of Oregon Track Coach and future Nike co-founder and running shoe designer, Bill Bowerman, took notice and successfully recruited Pre to the U of O. During his short but brilliant career, Pre set 14 American records and earned international fame.  His goal was to compete and win the Gold Medal in at the Montreal Games of 1976 but died tragically in a car accident on May 30, 1975.

Though he lived for just 24 years, Steve made an enormous impact on the sports world and Oregon history.  We hold a very special place for Steve here in Coos Bay where he was born in 1951 and discovered his gift for running fast and far as a student at Marshfield High School. Many members of our community knew Steve personally, and enjoy sharing their memories of him growing up and watching him transform into an elite athlete with celebrity status.

Pre's classmate, Jay Farr, in front of Steve's childhood home

Jay Farr is one of our community members who knew Steve as a friend, teammate and classmate.  Jay, also a runner, is a 1969 graduate of Marshfield High School who went on to graduate from Yale.   He returned here and took over as the head of of Farr’s True Value Hardware in Coos Bay.  Jay has also been the Head Cross Country Coach at Marshfield and is a founding member of the Prefontaine Memorial Committee.

Jay begins each morning with a run in and around Coos Bay and will frequently bring along Coos Bay visitors and Steve Prefontaine fans who want to experience a more personal side of their hero.  He takes visitors back to Marshfield High School where the two graduated in 1969 and set numerous records (Steve still holds many of the records still on display at MHS).   Fans of “Pre” can also still see Steve’s childhood home and elementary school- and the track at their middle school where Steve’s passion and drive for the sport was born.

Steve Prefontaine still holds the #1 record in numerous Marshfield High School events.

Coos Bay is filled with memories of Pre.   There is a series of historical bronze plaques throughout the city, each containing an image of Steve Prefontaine and a different quote or record that he held.

To get personal accounts of Pre’s life- plan to stop by Farr’s True Value Hardwaret 880 S. 1st St to meet Jay Farr and maybe even arrange to go on one of his runs with him.  I promise the experience is worth it!  You can also stop by Huggins Insurance at 445 Elrod Avenue, Coos Bay and meet Bob Huggins, Executive Director of the Prefontaine Memorial Committee who has an amazing collection of Pre’s memorabilia on display.

For the ultimate Steve Prefontaine running experience, register now for the Prefontaine Memorial Run, a challenging 10K road race across one of his old training courses held Sep. 18, 2010!

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Featured Oregon Coast Attraction: The Egyptian Theatre in Downtown, Coos Bay Oregon

06/07/2010

Each month, we like to feature a business or attraction that adds so much to our South Oregon Coast. When visiting our area, plan to visit the Egyptian Theatre in downtown Coos Bay, Oregon.  The Egyptian Theatre is one of those distinguised landmark sites that is recognized by anyone strolling through downtown Coos Bay. This beautiful historic building sits in the heart of downtown on S. Broadway (Hwy 101).

The theatre was originally a 1,240 seat silent movie and vaudeville house designed by Portland architect, Lee Arden Thomas. It opened it’s doors in grand fashion in 1925 and featured a dazzling $32,000 state-of-the-art Wurlitzer Theater Organ. Thanks to the restoration efforts of the community it remains to this day the largest movie house of its kind on the Oregon Coast.

Each weekend, the theatre is open to the general public and shows classic movies (movies that are 5 years or older).

Taking in a classic movies at the Egyptian Theatre is the perfect way to spend an evening with friends, family, or on a date for very reasonable rates. You can also enjoy a summertime treat at an old fashioned movie Concession Stand featuring Hot Popcorn, Cold Soda, Ice Cream and Candy. For more movie listings, visit www.Egyptian-Theatre.com or call 541-269-8650.

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Oregon’s Adventure Coast Top Picks For June!

06/05/2010

Now that the summer travel season is here and in full swing, we thought we would share some tips and local secrets so you can make the most of your Oregon Coast vacation this year.  Here are just a few of our “Best Bets” for June!
Be sure to visit www.OregonsAdventureCoast.com for a complete list of events and adventures throughout the season:

Buy Local & Fresh at the Downtown Farmer’s Market. Every Wednesday & Sunday from 9am-3pm, downtown Coos Bay is alive with local vendors selling farm fresh fruits, vegetables, flowers, plants, art and more!  Visit www.coosbaydowntown.org for more info!

Friday Night Dinners The Chef’s Table at Oregon Coast Culinary Institute
Oregon Coast Culinary Institute offers wonderful culinary dinners as part of their new externship program. Creative & tastefully prepared, these future chef delight diners every Friday evening at 6pm for just $20 per person. For menus, visit www.occi.net Coos Bay.  Call 541-888-1540 for reservations.

Check out a Coos Bay Speedway Event Coos Bay Speedway is a hidden gem in the South Oregon coast that offers fun and excitement each weekend for the entire family. The Speedway features a variety of exciting Motorsports including a 1/8 mile Drag Strip, High Banked Dirt Oval, Mud Drags AND Special Events. Go to www.coosbayspeedway.com to see the most current schedule of events!

Take a Self Guided Art Walk: June 10, 2010.  Coos Bay/North Bend visitors and locals alike enjoy the unique local artists, tasty food and fun on the 2nd Thursday of each month from 5-8pm.  This self guided tour takes you to various locations throughout our downtown.   Maps are available. Contact Crystal Dolphin for more information, 541-756-1989.

Take a Hike with The South Coast Striders. The South Coast Striders coordinate a number of events throughout the year- including 2 Healthy Hikes this month: Jun 12 & June 26.   For more information contact southcoaststriders@gmail.com or Bay Area Hospital at 541-269-8077 www.coostrails.com

Sing Out Loud with the South Coast Folk Society. June 13, 2010.  On the 2nd Sunday of every month, the South Coast Folk Society invites the public to join them for 2 hours for joyful harmonizing  at Second Sunday Sing-Along . Admission is free, and all ages and voices are welcome to join the fun and sing popular, contemporary, and classic songs. Instrumental accompaniment and big song books are provided. For more information call Stacy at 541-756-4701 or Paul at 541-572-5370 . Address: Unity by the Bay 2100 Union Ave, North Bend

Bring Your RV to The Mill Casino Hotel & RV Park’s RV Jamboree Jun 16-19, 2010.Experience four winning days of fun and friendship, plus a traditional salmon feast on the shores of Coos Bay. Your three-day RV Jamboree Package includes: Welcome Reception and Dinner Buffet, RV Show and Shine, Traditional Salmon Bake Dinner, an excursion at Shore Acres State Park, Send-off breakfast & prize filled Poker Run and Live entertainment performed by the 50s Doo Wop band The Young Bucs. All for $99.00 per guest, plus a nightly RV space rental fee of $23.00 per night. Call 541-756-8800 for more information

Treat Dad to the Annual Oregon Divisional Chainsaw Sculpting Championship for Fathers Day! This annual Father’s Day event  (June 17-20) features professional chainsaw sculptors from all over the world. A terrific family getaway. Call 541-271-3495 for more information www.WinchesterBay.org Winchester Bay

Run with the South Coast Running Club. Runners- will enjoy the 16th Annual Jennifer’s Catching Slough Classic and First South Coast Half Marathon on Jun 19 in Coos Bay. Call Pete Dawson at 541-267-6329 or Claudia Benn at 541-217-1226 for more information.  Registration form is available on website. www.SouthCoastRunningClub.com

Play a Some Golf. Oregon’s South Coast is a golf lover’s paradise and home to some of the most beautiful courses in the country.  Be sure to check out The Mill Casino/Coquille Tribe Golf Tournament Jun 19, 2010.  This is a fundraising event for youth golf held at  the Watson Ranch Golf Course, 93884 Coos Sumner Lane, Coos Bay, OR 97420.  Call (541) 267-7257 for information.

Take Dad to Shore Acres on Jun 20, 2010 for Shore Acres Rose Sunday Father’s Day. Rose experts in the Garden; refreshments, 11am-4pm. Shore Acres State Park, Cape Arago Highway. For more information call 541-756-5401

Take in some Bluegrass & Americana Music from Local Favorite, Hudson Ridge.Hudson Ridge will be playing at Sozo’s Tea & Coffee House: 1955 Union Ave from 7pm-8:30pm on June 25 (but get there early!) !  This local band plays last Friday of each month and is perfect for the whole family.  For more information, call Sozo’s, in North Bend 541-756-5422.

Watch the Riders Come Through During the Harley Davidson 9th Annual Lighthouse Run on Hwy 101. Love Harleys?  You don’t want to miss this.  This annual event is features a Show & Shine, poker run, hog roast, raffle, 50/50 and live Entertainment and of course a Lighthouse Run.  The events are held at the The Mill Casino Hotel & RV Park  in North Bend.  For more information  contact Highway 101 Harley Davidson at 541-266-7051

Taste Some Great Food and Fun at the Clamboree in Coos Bay on June 26! When the Tide is out, the table is set!  Join the Empire celebration of the history, the clams, the culture, and the future of our area. Venues include the Fire Hall, the Hollering Place, Ed Lund Park, the Tribal House of the Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw tribes, and the downtown area along Newmark Avenue. Events will include live music, a parade, food with clam themes, historic tours and cultural information and activities. Demonstrations include Native American crafts, live Coast Guard operations, and much more! Empire District, Multiple locations, Sat 10am-6pm.  For more information contact Tom Greaves 541-888-3020 or t.greaves@charter.net

Take the Family Out for Extreme Entertainment at Sandfest 2010.The Northwest Offroad Timing Authority proudly presents Sandfest 2010: Jun 30, 2010 thru Jul 4, 2010! Held in the Boxcar area of North Bend, Sandfest 2010 is filled with days of fun in the sand dunes for the whole family. It’s bigger than ever, it’s better than ever, and its returning to its original home. Activities include the Bomb Squad, UTV Nationals, Side X Side Drive in Movie, DTR Racing Sand Drags, exhibitions and much much more. Stay tuned for details! www.originalsandfest.com

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My Oregon Coast Adventure: “Antiquing” in Coos Bay, Oregon

05/28/2010

Every once in a while a visitor will contact us with their personal Oregon Coast Adventure story.  We love to receive these testimonials and invite you to send us yours! 

Here is an excert from an email we recieved from Marie H. in Eugene, Oregon.  Marie and her husband enjoy searching for treasures in antique stores- and there was no shortage during her visit earlier this month!

It is a little known secret that Coos Bay and North Bend  have some of the lovliest Antique stores on the Oregon Coast.  Be sure to use our shopping guide to help you explore these unique gems when you visit!

My husband and I love to go into towns big and small and spend time going through the antique stores. Over the years we have seen so many of them go from being interesting places with good finds,  into stores that carry the same old things. We have been disappointed in towns touted as a great place for antiques.
 
We were in Coos Bay to go to our new favorite section of the Oregon Coast and ended up walking around looking at antique stores. I was not sure what to expect but  we were both delighted with the variety of stores in Coos Bay. We went into Mossy Rose and were just floored by the authentic antique clothing from a number of periods. You can touch them and see how they were made and I loved that. Well worth finding that store. And if you go in make sure that you visit the very back room there is a little surprise there. Someone has a sense of humour.
 
We wove in and out of shops within about a 5 block area. There was a great home décor shop Katrina Kathleen’s Home Decor‎ with lots of fun and contemporary things to look at, I almost bought a ceramic rabbit, I wish I had now. Then we went into the Sincerely Yours! Antique Mall on South Broadway.  It is a consortium of individual dealers. Lots to look at and some really unique things.  I ended up buying some dessert dishes that I have not seen anywhere. I love them.  The people working there were fun and seem to know a thing or two.
Then we moved on to the Antique & Auction Co. of Southern Oregon. It was unbelievable, real antiques, tons of furniture, two floors of stuff. Not everything was amazing but I could easily have spent a half a day in there, poking through.  I fell in love with an upholstered chair that had beautiful carved dogs heads for arms. I have not been able to forget it and will probably go back and buy it if someone has not beaten me to it. This is the real thing, the kind of antique store you hope you can find.  Honestly I think it is worth the ride down all by itself but when you combine it with everything else in the area. The Coos Bay area has become one of our favorite places to visit.

Got a Story Idea?  Send us Your Oregon Coast Adventure Story to Share!  Visit our Contact Page for information!

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Coos Bay, Oregon Shines in PDX TV Segment!

05/18/2010
Portland, Oregon Television Reporter Chloe Houser from PDX TV featured Coos Bay, Oregon during her recent segment “Chloe’s Oregon Road Trip: Southern Oregon Coast, Coos Bay” (Click Link to Watch) where she invites viewers to plan a road trip to the Oregon Coast during their summer travels.

Coos Bay is noted in her piece for its natural beauty, tranquil beaches, the casino, and Oregon Dunes National Recreation area.   During her visit, she also stopped by The Mill Casino where she spoke with their Chef Dan Catanio and Ray Doering (click link to view video).

To take full advantage of our beautiful coast, we invite visitors to check out our great Getaway Specials together with an Adventure Coast Getaway Coupon Book – full of ways to save money during your trip. You will find hotel, motel, bed & breakfast properties and rv parks throughout the area. With a variety of amenities, location, and cost the choice is up to you.
Here is more from Chloe’s Travel Log:
If you’re looking for amazing scenery, and a drive that is as enjoyable as the destination, then the South Coast is definitely the destination you’re looking for!  Our first stop on the trip is about four hours south of Portland.  It’s a little town just off the ocean, but still right on the water, Coos Bay Oregon.

The Mill Casino was the first destination on our South Coast Road Trip.  Sitting right on the water in Coos Bay Oregon (which is actually a bay), The Mill Casino is housed in a building that actually used to be…you guessed it…an old lumber mill!  Now owned by the Coquille Indian Tribe, the Casino is also home to several restaurants a gaming floor and some fantastic accommodations.  A feature you should be on the lookout for, that we didn’t get to talk about in our PDX TV Reports segments is how educational information and artwork from the Coquille Tribe’s culture is woven into the Casino.  Dioramas depict the Tribe’s storytelling culture, and artwork in the lobby and in the rooms of the hotel are by local artists.

One absolute must try when you visit: Chef Dan is the man at The Mill Casino (sorry couldn’t resist)!  ;)  He made us the most amazing Cioppino at Plank House Restaurant the bowl was overflowing with crab, clams, prawns and underneath that, a savory tomato broth that would be fantastic all by itself!  Make sure you order extra garlic bread so you can sop up every last bite!

Coos Bay is also famous for amazing golfing and the Oregon Dunes, which are a huge attraction (literally).  If you’ve never seen sand dunes taller than a house undulating outward as far as the eye can see, then it’s worth a drive to Coos Bay just to check these out (even better if you have some sort of ATV to take a ride out on the dunes, but they’re pretty amazing to walk on too)!  Another nice thing about The Mill Casino is that they offer adventure packages that will get you a room at the casino and discounts on dining and attractions in Coos Bay!

After a four hour drive, eating amazing food, and checking out the sights, we were very glad to be staying in Coos Bay for the night.  One more insider tip: the beds at The Mill Casino are some of the most comfortable beds I’ve ever slept in!
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The Oregon Coast Shipwrecks Exposed: The Sujameco on Horsfall Beach

04/12/2010
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Visitors to Horsfall Beach were treated to an extraordinary view this week of the remains of the steamship Sujameco that ran aground in March of 1929 in heavy fog.  High seas and low tides each winter help to expose portions of the shipwreck; but conditions this year have exposed the shipwreck from bow to stern- allowing visitors to catch the best views in years.

If you are visiting the Southern Oregon Coast this week- be sure to go by and see this piece of history for yourself!  To get there from North Bend: proceed north 1.5 miles to Transpacific Lane. Turn left and proceed 1 mile, turning right across railroad tracks. Travel 100 feet, turning right on Horsfall Beach Road. Proceed 3 miles to the Horsfall Beach Campground & Day Use Area.  The site of the Shipwreck is right by the last parking lot.

The Sujameco ran aground in 1929....Photo from the Coos County Historical Museum

View of the Sujameco Shipwreck now....Image Credit: KVAL- CBS 13

Here is a bit of history about the wreck.  To learn more about this and our other famous shipwrecks visit the Coos County Historical Museum

From The Wreck of the Sujameco story by Ann Koppy

…Submarine Boat Corporation of Newark, New Jersey designed and constructed the Sujameco for their fleet in 1920, but she was under charter to Transmarine Line, New York when she stranded. The 324′ Sujameco had left Newark in January. She was bound from San Francisco to Coos Bay in ballast with a crew of 32 men and officers…..

Captain John F. Carlson reported his position as fifty miles north of Cape Arago. Nevertheless, the U.S. Compass Station, a direction finder facility, reckoned he was close to the shoreline and advised him to change course. By then, the vessel was already in shallow water and couldn’t turn. She ran headfirst into the breakers and stayed in that position for eighteen hours. Waves then turned her broadside; she came to rest on the sandy beach, her bow pointing south. Captain Carlson later claimed he had steamed past the bar in thick fog, turned around, and was maneuvering south at full speed when the ship went aground….

The saga dragged on for several weeks…Most of the crew remained aboard for the duration, homesick and weary…..Finally, Lloyds of London, the underwriter, took over. The insurer had spent about $150,000 before selling the wreckage to Pacific Salvage Company in May.

The firm removed the engine, boilers, and everything else of value and left the hull to time and tide.

Much of the remainder was cut up for scrap metal during World War II to aid the war effort. Today, the site is easily accessible from the parking lot at Horsfall Beach in the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area. A short walk over the dune leads directly to this lonely, mute reminder of the hazards of coastal shipping.

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Storm Watching From Shore Acres State Park on the Oregon Coast

04/02/2010
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Just had to share this video I captured the other day from Shore Acres State Park as I watched the gigantic Pacific Ocean waves break across the cliffs.  Fortunately I picked a great “storm watching” spot to stay safe and dry!  Enjoy the images:

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The Mossy Rose & The Masquerade Ball: More Oregon’s Adventure Coast Local Travel Secrets

04/01/2010
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The part about my job that I love the most is getting feedback from our visitors and locals telling me what they love the most about Coos Bay, North Bend and Charleston, Oregon.  Everyone who has been here knows that our spectacular coastline and thriving community is one of the best kept secrets on the West Coast.

I received this post from Crystal Hornsby, a Coos Bay local, who recommends adding The Mossy Rose to your list of places to check out when you are on your next Oregon Coast adventure.

What I Love Most About Coos Bay- From Crystal Hornsby in Coos Bay, Oregon

I have two things that I love about Coos Bay, the first being The Mossy Rose. The store is located downtown Coos Bay on the corner of the hall building. It has to be one of the neatest stores I have ever been in. They have everything from antiques, jewelry and costumes to spices, swords and homemade paper.

There is always such a warm and welcome feeling when I go in. It is so easy to get lost in everything. I took my little sister to see the shop the other day and she said “wow” at least ten times, which is how I feel every time I go in, and seems to be the general consensus of everyone else that visits. There is always something new and exciting to look at. Although, I must admit, I am partial to the store, as it is owned by Diane, who happens to be the mother of my very close friend James. He and his wife, Stacey, both sell things in the shop. Stacey is a seamstress. A VERY talented seamstress. She makes the most amazing costumes, which leads me to the second thing I love about Coos Bay: the masquerade ball.

Every year, sometime in October or November, The Mossy Rose puts on a masquerade ball complete with costumes, decorations and really yummy food. I can’t describe how amazing the ball is. The only way to really understand how fantastic it is is to actually attend.

This year, the theme was King Henry the VIII, which included the beheading of Anne Boleyn, complete with an executioner, chopping block, old axe, and a severed head. There was a grand feast for the king and his new queen and all of their guests. There was plenty of entertainment including a live band, choir and the thriller dance. There was also a professional photographer and people could pay to have their pictures taken. Everyone was in costume and a lot of them were made by Stacey, including mine and my husband’s. If you get your request in soon enough she may have enough time to make something for you; I have heard rumors that next year will be a fairy tale theme.



Looking for More Local Secrets!  Tell Us What YOU Love The Most about Coos Bay, North Bend, and Charleston and we May Share Your Story! Go to www.oregonsadventurecoast.com to submit your “Local Secret”.

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Oregon Coast Video of the Month: Gigantic Waves at Shore Acres State Park

03/08/2010
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When you come to visit- you really must stop by Shore Acres State Park. It is an Oregon Coast gem- and the view of the ocean is absolutely majestic. You will be charmed by the landscape and gardens and peaceful surroundings. Shore Acres State Park is also a Whale Watching Spoken Here site for the week of March 20 – 27, 2010.

I came across this video posted by a You Tube member (thank you for posting this!) who captured some of the more intense waves breaking onto the rocky overlook  from Shore Acres State Park earlier this year.  Put this spot on your “must see” list and enjoy this peaceful moment that was captured in this video:

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