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Welcome to the Official Blog for The Coos Bay – North Bend Visitor & Convention Bureau! We believe there is no place like the Oregon Coast and want to share stories, events, photos and more information in our blog.

We have world class fishing, dunes, beaches, hiking trails, bird watching, gardens, unique gift, craft and antique shops, casinos, music, museums- and more. The Oregon’s Adventure Coast is an all season destination, with surprises and memories around every turn. We have a variety of fun itineraries, and offer oodles of other great ideas for your next adventure!

Have a story you’d like to share on our blog? Email us at info@oregonsadventurecoast.com

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Posted by admin on July 18, 2012

We’re participating in a survey to learn more about who you are and what you’re looking for when you research travel. It’s a short survey and by providing us with a little information you’ll be entered for a chance to win a…

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SharkBite's Seafood Cafe, Market & Theater Fish Tacos pictured here

Posted by AmyD on May 14, 2013

The Oregon Coast is known for it’s delicious fresh seafood. After all, our restaurants are famous for serving some of the best clam chowder, crab cakes and oysters on the planet…..but did you know you can also find some of the world’s…

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Photo credit: Highway 101 Harley-Davidson

Posted by AmyD on May 8, 2013

Vrooom vroom! Bring on the choppers! The fabulous weather we have enjoyed lately reminds us that summertime is almost here and that means Highway 101 Harley-Davidson will soon be hosting their Annual Lighthouse Run June 21-22, 2013. Now in it’…

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Memorial Day

Posted by AmyD on April 22, 2013

What will you be doing this Memorial Day Weekend? If the Oregon Coast is your destination, you will find no shortage of activity! Whether it’s exploring The Oregon Dunes or Shore Acres State Park, relaxing on our beaches, fishing, boating,…

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TALL SHIPS LADY WASHINGTON AND HAWAIIAN CHIEFTAIN

Posted by AmyD on April 17, 2013

Are you a history buff? You are in luck if you are headed to the Oregon Coast this spring! The Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftain return to the Coos Bay Boardwalk for Tall Ship Days May 2 – 13, 2013! The beautiful brig Lady Washington is a…

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Wild Women of Charleston

Posted by AmyD on March 29, 2013

Photo Credit: The Wild Women of Charleston Behind every delightful town on the Oregon Coast there is a group local citizens who work tirelessly to make their  community an amiable place to be. The city of Charleston, OR is no exception. Charleston…

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Coos Bay Oyster Co-Op (May 27, 1949) Photo Courtesy of Coos Historical and Maritime Museum: 995-1.5643.1

Posted by AmyD on March 21, 2013

Photo: Bay Coos Bay Oyster Co-Op (May 27, 1949) Courtesy of Coos Historical and Maritime Museum:995-1.5643.1 The 2013 Ahh Shucks Oyster Feed is coming up and we thought it would be fun to take a look back at some of our oyster history from the…

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Whale Watching Shore Acres

Posted by AmyD on March 13, 2013

The Whale Watching Spoken Here® Spring Whale Watching Week is March 23-30, 2013! Shore Acres State Park, a.k.a. “the jewel of the South Coast”, is known for it’s picturesque views of the Pacific Ocean and the beautiful garden…

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Posted by AmyD on February 27, 2013

Here on the Oregon Coast, we LOVE dogs!  And dogs love the Oregon Coast!  We understand that many of you consider your four legged friend a member of the family.  And what’s a family vacation without the whole family? Fortunately there are…

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Photographer: bill grami

Posted by AmyD on February 22, 2013

Spring Fever. We all have it this time of year…..that feeling where you hopelessly long for days of sunshine, outdoor fun and warmer weather!  Luckily for you, you can cure spring fever is planning a trip to the Oregon Coast. Our events…

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Posted by AmyD on February 7, 2013

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and it’s time to make your plans on Oregon’s Adventure Coast!   When it comes to local suggestions on the best places to take your Valentine’s Day date, who better to ask than our…

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