Oregon's Adventure Coast » Coos Bay

Offshore Adventures Charter

oregonkat — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 08:39:32 +0000

Great Gear, Luxurious boats, and proven guides produce the best adventures! Freshwater and Saltwater trips available. Jim Pex has been fishing the Oregon coast ever since his father snuck him out of bed at the age of 5 to go out in the Ocean without telling Mom. It didn’t end up so good for dad that day, but in the end created a fishing drive in his son that still exists.

Jim is licensed and insured by the US Coast Guard and The State of Oregon to provide services out to 100 miles.

Local Business Spotlight: The Oregon Connection (The House of Myrtlewood)

AmyD — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 04:03:02 +0000

On the way into North Bend/Coos Bay, there is a Myrtlewood factory on the side of the road where visitors will find gourmet treats and handcrafted artisan products unique to our region. You have probably noticed the giants signs for The Oregon Connection, one of the largest and oldest factories in Oregon. Its specialty is producing Myrtlewood products. When you visit the factory and gift shop, you just may receive a fascinating lesson in Oregon history.

What is the significance of Myrtlewood? Myrtlewood has a rich history here on the South Coast. It is a broadleaf evergreen native to Southwestern Oregon and Northwestern California. It grow prolifically in this coastal region and considered by many to be one of the world’s most beautiful woods by its dense and richly grained qualities and sculpted patterns. During the Great Depression, the town of North Bend actually used Myrtlewood coins as currency.

The company began in the early 1900s and in 2006, the Oregon Connection was purchased by Star of Hope, a non-profit organization who’s mission is provide community support services to adults with developmental disabilities. On your next Oregon Coast visit, plan to stop by and meet their friendly staff and check out the amazing products they create. You never know what you will find.

Oregon Connection/House of Myrtlewood
1125 S. 1st Street, P.O. Box 457
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Local: (541) 267-7804 Toll Free: 1-(800) 255-5318

Ready for the 2012 South Coast Clambake Jazz Festival

AmyD — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 11:45:44 +0000

One of the best known music festivals on the Oregon Coast is just a short time away. The 2012 South Coast Clambake Jazz Festival is March 9-11, 2012 in various venues in Coos Bay & North Bend.

A “clambake” is a jam session- not a food festival (though we have plenty of those coming up). That doesn’t mean that you can’t get good seafood while you are here! Click here to see a list of local restaurants to try during your visit.

The 2012 theme is “More than Just Jazz” and features Big Band, Zydeco, Blues, Gospel, Oldies, Rock & Roll and Swing sounds- and of course dancing!

Some of our most popular regional musicians will be performing including Soulpie, Gator Beat, Stompy Jones, Coup d’Bop, Peter Krebs Trio, Sister Swing, Young Bucs, Evolution Jazz Band /Youth Bands, The Stolen Sweets, Tom Rigney & Flambeau, It’s About Time, Big Band High Street Band and Big Skies Big Band.

Book your reservations by visiting our lodging section.

The 2012 venues are:
(All are Non-smoking venues)

The Mill Casino
Salmon Room East-West Family Site until 10 pm
The Spruce-Cedar Room Family Site until 10 pm
The Hazel-Willow-Beargrass Room, Family Site until 10 pm

The Red Lion
The Umpqua/Rogue Ballroom

Tickets can be purchased by visiting www.clambakejazz.org/events.

Tickets/badges to the March 9-11, 2012 Festival are available at www.clambakejazz.org/badges or by calling the Mill Casino to purchase tickets at 800.953.4800. See Festival website for band schedules and more info: www.clambakejazz.org

Image Credit: ClamBake Jazz Festival 2011 Photos

Coos Bay Visitor Center

oregonkat — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 07:13:41 +0000

Find information, maps, public restrooms and public computer.

Open Mon – Friday, 9am -5pm, Saturdays 11am-3pm. Extended summer hours include Sunday 11am-3pm (Memorial Day – Labor Day).

Our visitor centers are more then happy to mail you visitor information or relocation information upon request.

Mingus Skate Park

oregonkat — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 06:32:12 +0000

State of the art Skate Park built in 2009. Just under 3000 sq feet, smooth and fast! 6′-10′ft main bowl with 14′ cradle with side walk. Additional open Mickey Mouse shaped bowl.

The skate park is open from dawn to dusk.

John Topits Park/Empire Lakes

oregonkat — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 06:14:15 +0000

Information courtesy of Coos Trails.

Access:

There are five access points to John Topits Park, home to the Empire Lakes trail system. The park can be accessed on Lakeshore Drive by Stillwater Drive. The Middle Empire Lake access is located on Hull Street off Newmark Avenue. The Lower Empire Lake access is located on Morrison between Taylor and Harris as well as at the south end of Crocker. Upper Empire Lake (east) also borders Southwestern Oregon Community College (SWOCC). The college has constructed a trail system that connects to the park and is available to the public.

Setting and Attractions:

The Empire Lakes are home to a variety of fish (largemouth bass, bluegill, brown bullhead, crappie black, rainbow trout, and yellow perch), waterfowl and birds. Lower Empire Lake also includes a beach combined with a boat ramp for those who wish to fish or just enjoy paddling around these tranquil lakes. A playground is located near the Hull street entrance to the park.

Trail Description:

The trail system is located in John Topits Park centered on the natural beauty of two lakes and stabilized dunes. Along the trails are many viewing areas of the lakes with benches to sit and watch for wildlife. Trails are paved and wheelchair accessible. Several gravel and dirt trails go off from the main paved trails around the park.

Size: The size of Empire Lakes, Upper, Middle & Lower is approximately 50 acres.

Ed Lund Park

oregonkat — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 05:58:47 +0000

Horseshoe pits, picnic tables, benches and play area.

Eastside Park

oregonkat — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 05:55:54 +0000

Between D St. & E St. on 5th Ave. in Eastside District of Coos Bay

.9 acre. Play area with baseball backstop, swing sets, and slide. Sani-can. Not wheelchair accessible.

Ferry Road Park

oregonkat — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 05:43:55 +0000

Ferry Rd, North Bend
Shelter and group picnic area, BBQ, horseshoe pits, softball field, playground, hiking trail/bike path, batting cage, restrooms.

Parks are available for public use during the hours of 6am – 10pm daily.

Geocaching in Oregon’s Adventure Coast!

oregonkat — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 12:06:48 +0000

What is Geocaching?
Geocaching is a high-tech treasure hunting game played throughout the world by adventure seekers equipped with GPS devices. The basic idea is to locate hidden containers, called geocaches, outdoors and then share your experiences online. More information can be found at www.geocaching.com.

Cache in On Adventure
Since its origins right here in Oregon in May, 2000 Geocaching has taken off and Coos County is rich with opportunities. To find caches, enter our zipcode, 97420, in the Geocaching.com website and you’ll be amazed by over 1000 caches hidden in our area.

Geocaching Friends
As part of the Southern Oregon Coast, we’re fortunate enough to be home of a very active geocaching group, the South Coast Geocachers. They are always excited to greet fellow geocachers and throw annual events. For more information, visit their facebook page or join them on Wednesdays, 7am at Kaffe 101 in Coos Bay.