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How to Explore the “Great Indoors” on Oregon’s Adventure this Winter! 

How to Explore the “Great Indoors” on Oregon’s Adventure this Winter! 

Thu, Nov 30, 2023

Thu, Nov 30, 2023

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Oregon’s Adventure Coast: Coos Bay, North Bend, Charleston is known its outdoor adventures, but it’s a little known fact that there are plenty of fantastic INDOOR adventures to enjoy. Here are ideas to have a great time while staying out of the cold!...

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Five Iconic Lighthouses to Explore Near Oregon’s Adventure Coast

Five Iconic Lighthouses to Explore Near Oregon’s Adventure Coast

Wed, Apr 12, 2023

Wed, Apr 12, 2023

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Lighthouse hunting on Oregon’s Adventure Coast is an exciting and historic activity the whole family will enjoy. ...

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Nineteen Romantic Date Ideas on Oregon’s Adventure Coast

Nineteen Romantic Date Ideas on Oregon’s Adventure Coast

Fri, Feb 3, 2023

Fri, Feb 3, 2023

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Here are 19 ideas on how to impress your significant other on Oregon’s Adventure Coast: Coos Bay, North Bend, Charleson. ...

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Celebrating Native American Heritage Month on Oregon’s Adventure Coast

Celebrating Native American Heritage Month on Oregon’s Adventure Coast

Thu, Nov 3, 2022

Thu, Nov 3, 2022

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November is Native American Heritage Month and a golden opportunity to learn more about the history, culture and contributions made by Native Americans on both a local and national level....

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Six Unique Experiences on Oregon’s Adventure Coast

Six Unique Experiences on Oregon’s Adventure Coast

Tue, Oct 18, 2022

Tue, Oct 18, 2022

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Oregon’s Adventure Coast is the perfect destination for visitors hoping to rediscover their adventurous side as they explore nature, wildlife, food, and culture. Here’s a list of unique experiences we don’t always highlight, but are here for visitors to enjoy any time of the year in Coos Bay, North Bend, and Charleston....

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What's Blooming in Shore Acres State Park This Summer?

What's Blooming in Shore Acres State Park This Summer?

Fri, May 20, 2022

Fri, May 20, 2022

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There is literally something blooming in Shore Acres State Park every day of the year. The garden is beautiful any time of the year (especially when the Holiday Lights are on in November & December), but the glorious spring and summer blooms put on a dazzling show of their own. ...

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Fourteen Ways to Celebrate Our Beautiful Planet on Oregon’s Adventure Coast

Fourteen Ways to Celebrate Our Beautiful Planet on Oregon’s Adventure Coast

Wed, Apr 20, 2022

Wed, Apr 20, 2022

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In honor of Earth Day, we’ve put together a list of some of our favorite ways to celebrate the earth and its many treasures on Oregon’s Adventure Coast. ...

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Spotlight On: Conde B. McCullough Memorial Bridge

Spotlight On: Conde B. McCullough Memorial Bridge

Thu, Dec 17, 2020

Thu, Dec 17, 2020

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The McCullough Memorial Bridge, one of our most beloved landmarks, is the perfect symbol for the gateway to Oregon’s South Coast. As you approach this magnificent mile long bridge along U.S. Route 101, you know that you are about to cross into someplace very special....

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Local Spotlight: Linda Prefontaine of Tour de Pre

Local Spotlight: Linda Prefontaine of Tour de Pre

Wed, Jul 29, 2020

Wed, Jul 29, 2020

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This month, we're featuring Coos Bay resident and former Women's Professional Racquetball player and coach, Linda Prefontaine. Linda is the sister of internationally acclaimed track star Steve Prefontaine who helped to inspire the American running craze that began in the mid-1970s. ...

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Happy Birthday North Bend, Oregon!

Happy Birthday North Bend, Oregon!

Mon, Jul 13, 2020

Mon, Jul 13, 2020

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North Bend, Oregon is home to some of our area’s most beloved natural attractions as well as a lovely downtown filled with unique quaint shops, antique stores and restaurants. Since it turns 117 this month, we thought this would be the perfect time to shine a spotlight on this welcoming community on Oregon’s Adventure Coast!...

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Meet Mark Mattecheck, Owner of North Bend Lanes!

Meet Mark Mattecheck, Owner of North Bend Lanes!

Wed, Jun 10, 2020

Wed, Jun 10, 2020

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This month, we are featuring North Bend Lanes owner, Mark Mattecheck. North Bend Lanes has been a beloved staple on Oregon’s Adventure Coast since 1957 when Mark’s father and grandfather left the movie theatre business and opened the bowling alley. “...

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How Oregon’s Adventure Coast Restaurants Stepped Up During COVID-19 Crisis

How Oregon’s Adventure Coast Restaurants Stepped Up During COVID-19 Crisis

Mon, May 18, 2020

Mon, May 18, 2020

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Restaurants all over the country were ordered to close last March to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19, but that didn’t stop our restaurant community! Our local eateries, many of them family-owned, pivoted from their signature menus and found ways to provide takeout and delivery while keeping employees and customers safe....

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Meet Janice Langlinais of Oregon’s Adventure Coast

Meet Janice Langlinais of Oregon’s Adventure Coast

Mon, May 11, 2020

Mon, May 11, 2020

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Meet our fearless leader, Janice Langlinais, who is approaching her 3rd year as the Director at Coos Bay - North Bend Visitor and Convention Bureau here on Oregon’s Adventure Coast!...

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What’s Happening at Charleston Marine Life Center During COVID-19 Shutdown?

What’s Happening at Charleston Marine Life Center During COVID-19 Shutdown?

Thu, Apr 30, 2020

Thu, Apr 30, 2020

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Many of our followers were curious as to what the animals were up to at Charleston Marine Life Center during the COVID-19 shutdown. Even though these amazing creatures miss their public visitors and school groups, it looks like they’re doing just fine. ...

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 Watch Highlights of Oregon's South Coast Adventures on ExplOregon Online Travel Series

Watch Highlights of Oregon's South Coast Adventures on ExplOregon Online Travel Series

Thu, Jun 6, 2019

Thu, Jun 6, 2019

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Rick Dancer's online travel series, ExplOregon, was back in the Coos Bay, North Bend and Charleston area last month to help Oregon travelers discover even more adventures, interesting people and amazing local food. ...

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Featured Adventure: See Oregon's South Coast  on a Coos Boat Tour

Featured Adventure: See Oregon's South Coast on a Coos Boat Tour

Mon, May 13, 2019

Mon, May 13, 2019

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Coos Boat Tours is now offering 2-hour scenic and historic tours in Coos Bay. Book a trip for up to 6 passengers on board the Fun Sway, a 40’ Motor Yacht and let Captain Brian Kraynik guide you through the incredible scenic beauty and rich history along the waters of Coos Bay. ...

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Five Fun and Funky Places to Stay on Oregon’s Adventure Coast

Five Fun and Funky Places to Stay on Oregon’s Adventure Coast

Thu, Mar 28, 2019

Thu, Mar 28, 2019

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In this post, we are highlighting a few of the "funkier" hotels in our area that will appeal to travelers looking for a more authentic local experience during their travels to Oregon's Adventure Coast. ...

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Charleston Marine Life Center is a Hidden Gem

Charleston Marine Life Center is a Hidden Gem

Wed, Mar 20, 2019

Wed, Mar 20, 2019

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One of our most prized hidden gems is the Charleston Marine Life Center, part of the OIMB - The Oregon Institute of Marine Biology. From the outside, you'd never know that a wealth of knowledge about the Oregon Coast and it's mysterious ocean life is available to all. It's nearly impossible to visit the exhibits and not learn something new. ...

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Where Can I Find the Best Oysters on Oregon’s Adventure Coast?

Where Can I Find the Best Oysters on Oregon’s Adventure Coast?

Sun, Mar 17, 2019

Sun, Mar 17, 2019

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Fresh and delicious Coos Bay oysters have been an Oregon Coast delicacy for generations, and everyone seems to have an opinion on the best way to enjoy them. Whether it’s roasted, fried, sauteed, steamed open on the barbecue, broiled or served raw, we guess you could say the world is your oyster when you are here on Oregon's Adventure Coast....

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Eight Ways to Stay Safe on the Beaches Along the Oregon Coast

Eight Ways to Stay Safe on the Beaches Along the Oregon Coast

Tue, Oct 23, 2018

Tue, Oct 23, 2018

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Now that “storm watching season” is upon us, it’s more important than ever to avoid potential dangers by following these guidelines to keep you and your family safe on Oregon’s Adventure Coast. Please be careful when visiting our beaches and never turn your back on the ocean....

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