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Crabbing in Newport Breweries in Newport Dining in Newport 75 year’s of Mo’s Boat’s of Newport

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Explore Otter Rock Stay in Newport Things to Do Newport Belle Bed & Breakfast Ride the Waves Fat Bikes Storm Watching

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CRABBING IN NEWPORT f you know much about Newport, then you know that we take Dungeness crab very seriously here! In fact, the phrase “The Dungeness Crab Capital of the World” became a registered trademark of the city in 2007. The Port of Newport is home to the largest commercial fishing fleet on the Oregon Coast, and has been harvesting record numbers of this prized culinary crustacean for over a decade. Because so much crab is gathered locally, residents and visitors alike are able to purchase fresh crab right off the docks, from area fish markets, and may enjoy crab in many local restaurants. Newport also offers a variety of opportunities for you to catch your own crab directly from the docks of the Yaquina Bay, or by boat in the bay itself. Commercial crabbing is a way of life in Newport, and many residents work in the industry harvesting, processing and preparing the popular shellfish. Crabbing from Newport is hard work, and it’s dangerous. During crabbing season, fishermen brave the rough and potentially deadly seas, and extreme weather to collect crab by passing through the Yaquina Bay Jetty, an area simply known as “the bar.” The Yaquina Bay bar is an invisible horizontal barrier, where the deep waters of the Pacific Ocean meet with the much shallower waters coming from the mouth of the Yaquina River, causing extremely perilous conditions for boats leaving and returning to the bay. Out to sea, beyond the Yaquina Bay bar, commercial crabbers must work along the edge of the Pacific Northwest coastline known as the “Graveyard of the Pacific,” where jagged, unforeseen rocks and severe and rapidly changing weather create hazardous crabbing conditions. The Discovery Channel has chronicled the life-threatening work environment faced by Newport’s commercial crabbers in the reality series, Deadliest Catch: Dungeon Cove. In addition to the difficult and harsh working conditions, crab fishermen often have to negotiate the price of crab to get fair payment for their yield. If you want to catch your own crab, the Yaquina Bay is perfect; it requires minimal expense and preparation and provides a great individual, family or group experience. Crabbing in the bay is open year round, although most crab is harvested between June and November. The best times 10

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BREWERIES IN NEWPORT to crab are when there is less difference between high and low tides, and during slack tides. Pick up a copy of the current Oregon Sport Fishing Regulations, a “crab gauge” measuring tool, and an Oregon shellfish license. Examine the regulations closely for instructions on gear to use, limits, measuring and determining the sex of the crab. Don’t forget to dress in warm clothes and bring gloves. Choose to bait your traps with fresh turkey, chicken, clams, fish carcasses, small fish, or other meat scraps. If you choose to crab the bay by boat, you will need to stay out of the navigation channel and away from boat traffic. Select a location to drop your pots or traps that is at least 20 feet deep; most charter boats are equipped with depth finders, but if you are renting your own boat make sure that you are crabbing in deep water. Use sinking line (as opposed to floating line) that is at least twice the estimated depth of the water to avoid having it get tangled in boat propellers or swept away by erratic tidal currents. Also make sure that your pots or traps are heavy enough to sink all the way to the sandy bottom, and that your floats and buoys can be easily distinguished from other crabber’s gear. Crabbing from a dock or pier is much easier and less expensive than crabbing from a boat, although the availability of crab can be limited to the specific area that you choose to drop your traps. The Port of Newport public fishing pier (located between the Rogue Brewery and the historic Newport Bay Bridge) in South Beach, and the Abbey Street Pier on the Historic Bayfront are some of the best spots to crab. Tie off the end of your crab line to the pier, and position your pots and rings so as to not interfere with boat traffic. If you choose to use pots, leave them undisturbed for at least 45 minutes before pulling them in to examine your catch. With rings, let them sit at least 10 minutes before checking them, and then pull them up consistently and quickly to allow the basket shape to capture all of the crab in the trap. Crab rings and pots are inexpensive and available in many locations throughout the Newport area, and renting them is even less expensive and might be the best choice for your first crabbing adventure.

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1118 SW CANYON WAY A new brewery addition to Newport’s bayfront, the Anchor at Newport Brewing Company! They have a custom 15 Barrel - Portland Kettle Works custom brew house with 5 30 Barrel fermenters, 2 -15 Barrel fermenters and 2 - 30 BBL lagering tanks. Specializing in IPA’s, Lagers, Stouts and other popular ales. Look for their Flagship Dungeness IPA and Hazy Crazy DIPA. With nine craft beers under their belt they are becoming a well known coastal brewing company. WIth an extensive and exotic menu you will find something fun and new here at the Anchor at Newport Brewing Company. From burgers to fish tacos to gyros, visit Newport Brewing and find a new favorite! Located one street up from the Historic Bayfront!

ROGUE ALES

2320 SE MARINE SCIENCE DR Rogue Ales Public House, originally named the Bayfront Brewery, was the first place Rogue’s original Brewmaster John Maier brewed Rogue beer. Eventually, the brewery moved across the bay, but the 35 taps at the pub still pour Rogue brews and a full menu is available. Take a stroll up the historic bayfront to check out other local shops and then meet back at Rogue on their dog-friendly patio to enjoy a pint, and the rich history of Rogue’s oldest pub. Their menu includes burgers, wings, fish tacos and more! Visit Rogue and experience the extensive Rogue beer selections! A truly historic Bayfront visit.

WOLF TREE BREWERY

4590 SE HARBORTON ST Started from the love of cows and the love of beer! Wolf Tree is a cattle ranch located in Seal Rock, OR. Opening a taphouse in Wilder, South Beach, OR in 2017. Wolf Tree Brewery is situated in the Wilder Community next to the Oregon Coast Community College and the Wilder Disc Golf course and mountain biking trails. Discover this new area while enjoying a burger and Wolf Tree specialty brews. Join Friday Night Trivia which includes a limited menu to ensure quick food delivery. Enjoy their niche specialty cocktails and the open and bright atmosphere, or take a seat outside on a nice coastal day! They are dog and kid friendly. Stop in on your next visit to South Beach Newport. Their taproom features 12 taps and a coffee bar, whether you’re in the mood to enjoy a local ale or try a delicious coffee, Wolf Tree has you covered!

BIER ONE BREWING

255 SW 9TH ST A popular local bar and brewery makes its return debut this weekend as Bier One opens the doors with a soft opening at its new location within view of Highway 101 in Newport.Patrons can expect everything from the bar’s iconic “Johnny” chairs to its original menu to make a return, with the addition of weekend barbecue from Pat E Mac’s BBQ. Hard alcohol and mixed drinks will also be on offer. Owners Luke and Chris Simonsen have spent six months renovating Bier One’s new home., the former location of The Olde Telephone Company and, prior to that, Sandcastle Toys.

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75 YEARS: ALL OVER A BOWL OF MO’S CLAM CHOWDER his last October 2021 marks the 75th anniversary of Mo’s, the iconic Oregon clam chowder and seafood establishment. The restaurant was opened in Newport in 1946 by an Oregon legend, my great-great-grandmother, Mohava Niemi. Although she came to be known by only two letters, Mo, there was nothing small or insignificant about her. Almost 75 years ago, when she bought out her business partner of 4 years, she began her legacy on the crusty Newport Bayfront, a restaurant named simply after her moniker. In the mid-40’s, the Historic Bayfront was filled with everyone but tourists. It was the economic hub of Newport, filled with commercial fisherman, longshoreman, loggers, mill workers and crabbers. It was not a place necessarily suited for a woman to operate her own business. However, Mo was not like everyone else. She was bold, tenacious and forward thinking. Without her courage and vision, Newport would not have become quite the success that it is. Back in the good ol’ days, it was called Mo’s Cafe, and it was open 24/7. She worked around the clock because she was a single mother of two children, and Mo’s was her means for survival. Chowder and seafood were not the focal menu items at the time. In the early days, seafood was considered to be a poor man’s food. So the fare was typical of the era — breakfast was served, and fisherman and other Bayfront workers were the main clientele. Clam chowder was only served on Fridays. Nowadays, thousands of bowls of clam chowder are served every day, and long lines can run out 12

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the door most of the summer. The chowder is nationally famous, a staple for tourists and locals alike.

345 SW BAY BLVD Surf Town Coffee Company, located on Newport’s Historic Bayfront, is a micro roaster committed to quality and positivity. Started over a decade ago, Surf Town Coffee has made a name for itself by staying true to its mission statement. “Stay Positive. Live your Life.” A motto that they live by and is felt by the patrons of Surf Town. It’s a great stop for boutique coffee and tea on the bayfront. Come in and experience state-of-the-art coffee and refreshments inside a local success story. They are devoted to keeping their coffee 100% Organic, 100% Fair Trade, Eco-Friendly and always roasted with love. And if you don’t get a chance to stop in at their flagship store, you can find it in the local grocery stores for wholesale. Surf Town is also served at several restaurants along the Oregon Coast!

Unlike today, the tables were packed tight, which was deliberate. Mo believed that if you sit next to somebody you don’t know and start talking to them, pretty soon you will like them. Her mantra was, “You are a stranger here but once.” Mo was full of life and interested in people. She was extroverted and opinionated. In the 70s, when the restaurant became frequented by what she referred to as “hippies”, she welcomed them when others passed judgements. In a 1981 interview, she said in her famous deep, smoky voice,“‘Tough s***,’ I told those who criticized them. ‘They all eat, and they’re good company.’” Soon enough, the secret was out, and Mo’s became inundated with fanatic tourists who lined up outside and religiously returned every year. Before Mo had Mo’s, she worked at KNPT radio station as a receptionist. One day, when the radio personality failed to show up for work, she filled in, and the rest is history. She had a natural knack for entertainment, and her larger-than-life personality filled the airways for almost 30 years. Her popular radio show, “Moseying Around With Mo,” was comparable to a present day gossip channel. She told a Los Angeles Times reporter in 1972, “If somebody’s sick, has an operation or dies, I get the word out. A baby is born. A divorce. Everybody and everything.” She kept the locals up to date until she was 60 years old. She also had a show called “Best Buys,” in which she would take calls and help the callers sell their washing machines and whatnots. She had her finger on the pulse of Newport, on the people of Newport. The fishermen knew they were getting close to the bay when they could tune into KNPT and hear her voice. Mo wasn’t just famous for her chowder. In 1971, she became friends with the cast of the film “Sometimes a Great Notion” — movie stars Paul Newman, Joanne Woodward, Henry Fonda and Lee Remick. In fact, Mo is in one of the scenes that takes place right next door at

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The Bay Haven Inn. She made so many friends sitting with her patrons over bowls of clam chowder. She knew that food truly was the way to the heart. And it’s not just the clam chowder, it’s how Mo’s makes you feel. Mo’s is welcoming, inviting and always friendly, all attributes of Mo herself. There was not a stranger that she could not make a friend. Mo was matter-of-fact yet kind. Early one morning, a woman parked just outside the restaurant. Upon returning to her car, she put it in drive instead of reverse and crashed right through the front of the cafe. Far from disgruntled, Mo put her arm comfortingly around the woman and said, “Well, we’ll just put in a garage door so we can open it, and you can drive in any time, if that’s what you want to do.” To this day there is a garage door in the original dining room of the Original Mo’s, with a painting on the inside depicting a woman crashing through the wall. It is this spirit of kindness and familiarity that has made Mo’s a success. What was most important to Mo was her family. One of the most beautiful themes of her story is her with her granddaughter, my grandmother, Cindy Dixon McEntee. They shared much more

640 SW BAY BLVD. When you stroll on Newport’s Bayfront, you’ll notice the quaint candy and taffy shops. The perfect candy shop for both the kids and the adults can be found at 2 Kids Candy where their selection includes over 1,200 different kinds of candy. They carry 72 salt water taffy flavors, an Oregon Coast favorite! Not only is the variety unparalleled, they also hand make a wide variety of their own candies, chocolates, and caramel apples. With over 120 scoop candy selections, everyone is sure to find their new favorite treat. Located to the left of the Original Mo’s, 2 Kids Candy is the perfect stop after lunch to enjoy the signature candies of the coast. Combine your own personalized bag of salt water taffy to take back home to your friends and family!

OCEANA NATURAL FOODS

159 SE 2ND ST Oceana Natural Food Cooperative was formed in 1977 when they opened their first store in Newport. A group of people pooled their money to set up Newport’s first purveyor of Organic food and bulk food options. For 31 years, Oceana Natural Food Cooperative has specialized in selling Organic food. Oceana has a sit-down eating area with a salad bar and hot food bar on weekdays. Hot soup and baked goods are available daily. All of their prepared food is made in-house by their staff. They have a buying policy that gives guidance to purchasing natural food: without chemical preservatives, flavorings, colorings, etc. The store purchases local products including cheese, soap, cards, produce, and more. The store’s large bulk food selection provides a means for customers to purchase food without excess packaging. They stock wheat-free, gluten-free, and dairy-free products for those with allergies. Oceana is a great place for those looking to purchase and enjoy natural and organic foods with a local twist!

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LA ROCA

352 SW 9TH ST La Roca, a few steps from the Arizona border, is one of the best culinary experiences in all of Mexico. At La Roca, you will savor the classic Sonora cuisine made only with the freshest products from the fertile farms of the Sinaloa valley, the freshest seafood from Guaymas and Los Mochis, and the chosen beef from the foothills of the Sierra Madre. La Roca in Newport is committed to making the most authentic and delicious Mexican food. A great place for mexican cuisine and mexican inspired drinks and cocktails. Tacos, chimichangas, fajitas, burritos, tortas, nachos, and more! Taste the flavors of Mexico with a margarita or a horchata! Come on in to La Roca next time you’re craving unforgettable Mexican food and beverages.

SOUTH BEACH FISH MARKET The South Beach Fish Market is a seafood market and restaurant attached to a convenience store, they specialize in fresh local seafood, and an excellent menu that utilizes their fresh fish, shellfish and other locally caught seafood. It has been known as the freshest seafood in Newport. A favorite of residents and tourists alike, often called simply “The Fish Market”. If you want to experience fresh fish and a casual coastal atmosphere, stop by the South Beach Fish Market! A great place to buy freshly caught fare in addition to cooking your own crab in their crab pots! Their dedication to seafood these past twenty years has resulted in close working relationships with many of Newport’s fishermen, thus giving them access to the freshest product possible. Fresh seafood, crabs, tuna, oysters, salmon, shrimp, prawns, clams, crab burgers, fresh fish They have also been shipping fresh seafood all over the Continental U.S. for many years and have firmly established themselves as purveyors of quality products and excellent service.

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than a middle name, working side by side for almost 20 years. Cindy started working in the restaurant as young as 10 years old. Upon graduating from high school in Portland in 1969, Cindy moved to the coast and began working full time. And just like her beloved “Granny Mo”, she did everything from cook to prep to dishes to waitressing. In her own words, “If it was something Granny did, it was something I did.” A favorite story of Cindy’s is of Sen. Robert F. Kennedy’s visit to Newport during his presidential campaign in May of 1968. He was a quick fan of Mo and her clam chowder, so much so that he personally invited her to join the campaign to serve chowder on their way down to Los Angeles. She declined, but not without making sure to load his plane with gallons of chowder. Her granddaughter and successor, Cindy, recounted Mo’s regret, saying, “That plane took off, and that opportunity would never appear again.” Unfortunately, only a few short days later Kennedy was assassinated in Los Angeles. Not only was Kennedy’s campaign stop a highlight for Newport’s history, and certainly Mo’s history, it was a pivotal moment in Mo’s personal life. Cindy said, “Her feeling from that point on was, ‘When someone offers me an amazing opportunity, I am not turnin’ it down. I had to go to work the next day. Bull***.’ And that’s exactly what she said.” From that point on, she decided to take

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advantage of all the opportunities that came her way. It was evident in her decision making from then on. In 1976, Mo met a couple of guys in Mo’s Annex. One man was from the Netherlands and the other from Japan. She sat and talked with them for hours They had a company that imported and exported international foods, and they asked Mo if she would be interested in exporting Oregon seafood, including, of course, her clam chowder. After the long chat, the men said, “We’re headed to the International Food Show in Cologne. We’d love it if we could take Oregon foods — Dungeness crab, bay shrimp, clam chowder and chinook salmon.” Cindy recalls Mo coming into the restaurant and asking her if she would like to go to Germany. They vacuum-packed all their seafood and spent 3 and a half weeks abroad in the fall of 1976, serving their Oregon seafood and clam chowder in Cologne and Munich. Through the years, Mo’s went through many expansions. The second restaurant was opened in 1968, Mo’s Annex, situated across the street from the Original Mo’s on Newport’s Bayfront. During the 1970s, the Original Mo’s was remodeled and received a two-story addition. The third floor became the chowder factory, which transformed chowder production from being made in the kitchen to being made in large quantities for delivery to the other restaurants up and down the coast. In 1999, Mo’s clam chowder was served

DINING IN NEWPORT at a Smithsonian Institute luncheon at the American History Museum in Washington D.C., honoring the “Best American Regional Foods.” A couple years later, Cindy McEntee was awarded the first runner up Small Business Person of the Year by President George W. Bush. She took over the restaurant and carried Mo’s legacy for decades until her two children, Dylan McEntee and Gabrielle McEntee, graduated from college and moved back to help. Now, the fourth generation owns and operates Mo’s together. Dylan and Gabrielle, in their own chapter of carrying on Mo’s legacy, have left their marks on the business. In 2009, the Original Mo’s was expanded further, creating an additional 50 seats in an adjacent dining room. The fifth generation, Mo’s great-great-grandchildren Carter, Kennedy, Kaprice and Makenzie McEntee and Dixon Wilson, have all worked at the restaurant. If there is one thing that Mo instilled in her family, it was a work ethic. She expected a lot from her family, especially of Cindy, as her immediate future successor. When Cindy began taking business courses while still working in the restaurant, Mo hammered, “You don’t need that s***. All you need to know about running a business you’ll learn right here from me.” It was not that Mo did not believe in education, it was quite the opposite. Rather, it was because of what she overheard being taught. She said to the instructor, “If you ever worked a g****** day in your life in a damned restaurant, you’d know different.” Mo knew that hard work was important because it produced quality and personal pride. In fact, the only time Cindy recalls seeing her granny cry was over a burnt cioppino. Mo still lives through her family, the inheritors of her warmth, gumption and perseverance, which has led us in the times of plenty and the times of not-so-plenty. The only way for Mo’s is “when the going gets tough, the tough get going.”

NOODLE CAFE Noodle Cafe, located just off of Hwy 101, is a delightful AsianThai inspired restaurant. With dishes ranging from delicious ramens to curries and stir fries. If you’re in the mood for high quality, authentic Asian-Thai cuisine, visit Noodle Cafe! Noodle Cafe also carries Sake, Japanese beers and wines. Noodle Cafe has been a local favorite for over a decade. If you ask the locals where to get the best Asain-Thai, they will tell you that Noodle Cafe is their restaurant of choice. It is only a short walk from Newport’s Historic bayfront, the perfect lunch or dinner spot not far from the busy bayfront and historic Nye Beach.

SEA GLASS BISTRO Sea Glass Bistro is located in the Best Western Plus in Agate Beach. They offer coastal cuisine combined with stunning views and excellent service, creating a memorable dining experience at the Sea Glass Bistro & Lounge. Available for breakfast and dinner, the Sea Glass Bistro & Lounge menu offers traditional yet inspired Oregon coast fare. With amazing views of the beach, this is the perfect place to unwind after a long day playing in the sand! Specialty coffee and espresso is also offered from Monday through Thursday! Sit at the bar or on the open air patio and enjoy a night next to the ocean! Come on in to Sea Glass Bistro and Lounge while you’re in Agate Beach!

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728 NW BEACH DR Chowder Bowl, a Nye Beach staple since 1980. Set apart with their unique location, love of Nye Beach and Newport, and excellent customer service. Only 100 yards from the front door to the historic Nye Beach. Chowder Bowl is a great place to have lunch while visiting Nye Beach. Contrary to the name, there is much more than chowder served at the Chowder Bowl! They have fabulous seafood entrees, Certified Angus burgers, and great salads, along with homemade desserts.n Since their inception in 1980, the surrounding area has become a quaint village that has preserved the architecture and history of the 1920’s and 30’s. Come down to Chowder Bowl while on a day at Nye Beach. Enjoy an afternoon at this 40+ year Nye Beach establishment!

CLEARWATER RESTAURANT Clearwater Restaurant is located right on Yaquina Bay with a view of the local Sea Lion population. Visit Clearwater for a polished and upscale night of seafood and cocktails! Clearwater is known for their high quality and delicious appetizers and entrees with a wide variety of wines and beers. You can’t beat their view of the bay and the Yaquina Bay Bridge. Located right on Bay Boulevard, step into a fine dining atmosphere and enjoy some of the best food that the Oregon Coast has to offer! Don’t forget about dessert, they even offer mini s’more kits for dessert, perfect for a coastal night on their open air patio.

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TRAPPING CRAB Dungeness crabbing is seasonal, usually from December 1 to August 15. The majority of the catch occurs during the first two months of the season. Most vessels participate in a combination of other fisheries during various times of the year. Crabbers are rigged with a large hydraulic block (crab block or gurdy). Mounted just behind the pilot house, it is used to haul in pots. Because the catch is delivered to the market live, the vessels have a circulating seawater system in their holds. Most pots are circular, measure three to four feet across, and weigh from 75 to 120 pounds. The 3⁄4-inch welded steel frames are wrapped with strips of used inner tube to protect the steel from corrosion. Stainless steel wire is used to weave a three- to four-inch-diameter mesh over the wrapped frame. Tunnels on opposite sides allow crabs to enter the trap. The traps are baited with herring, squid, or razor clams. A ring on the top side gives undersized crabs an escape route. A single line with usually two cylindrical plastic buoys is attached to the trap. Buoys are marked or colored to distinguish one vessel’s pots from another. Each fisherman has an ODFW-registered number on the bouys. Crab boats typically have a two- to four-person crew. The crew pushes the pots over one at a time as the vessel follows a particular depth line, usually between 3 and 80 fathoms (a fathom equals six feet). Pots are retrieved one at a time by snagging the buoy line with a hooked pole. The line is placed in the block, which hauls the pot into the vessel. Each vessel is allowed to fish a certain maximum number of pots (check current regulations). When the traps come up, they are emptied, the catch is sorted, and the pot is rebaited and put back out. A two-person crew can average 30 to 40 pots an hour. Traps can hold up to 60 crabs. Crab pots are checked every one to seven days, depending on fishing conditions. MANAGING THE CRAB FISHERY The fishery is managed with limited entry permits (fishermen need a permit to fish for crabs, and only 450 permits are issued for this fishery). Furthermore, the fishery is managed by size and sex restrictions, ensuring a healthy population. Only male crabs are harvested, and the shell on the crab has to be at least 6 1⁄4 inches. This size is reached at four years of age and allows the crab to reproduce for one to two years before being harvested. The crabs can live to be 9 to 10 years old. Landings of Dungeness crab range from 3 million to 18 million pounds, with the average catch at 10 million. Dungeness crab populations fluctuate a great deal from year to year, depending on oceanographic conditions. Dungeness crab rivals Maine lobster as a gourmet item, and in recent years a live crab market has developed. 18

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Purse seines, or movable nets, are used to encircle fishThe top of the net is a float line with corks, or buoys. The net is held in a vertical position by a weighted lead line. The net also has a wire cable, run through ringson the bottom, which is used to draw the net together. Purse seine fishers often use spotter planes and sonar to locate the fish. Once the school is located, a small skiff takes one end of the net and then circles the fish with the net. The wire cable is winched in to close off the bottom of the seine. Then the other lines are pulled in as well to bring the captured school of fish closer to the mother ship, where the fish are pumped out of the net and put into fish holds filled with refrigerated sea water. THE VESSELS Purse seine vessels are in the 60- to 85-foot range. A typical catch is 35 or 40 tons, and vessels are able to fill their hold with one or two sets. Seine boats are recognized at the dock by having on their stern a smaller skiff that is used to pull the net around the schools of fish. The skiff usually has a prop guard to keep the net from getting tangled in the propeller.

THE PACIFIC SARDINE FISHERY Purse seines are used to catch schooling species such as mackerels, sardines, and anchovies. A purse seine fishery for Pacific sardines resumed on the Oregon coast in 1999. In 2001, just over 28 million pounds were landed. Most of the sardines landed in Oregon are exported. Much of the harvest ends up in Japan as bait for the longline fishery or for human consumption. Only the highest-quality fish are used as bait. There is potential to further develop the sashimi market in Japan (sashimi is a dish consisting of raw fish cut in thin slices and served with sauce). In 2001, 20 percent of the catch was shipped to Australia as feed for tuna farms. Only a small amount of the catch is sold in Oregon, usually to high-end restaurants in Portland.

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PACIFIC KITCHEN A new addition to Nye Beach, Pacific Kitchen, located just across from Don and Ann Davis Park comes a new restaurant. The Pacific Kitchen at Nye Beach has something for everyone, with an extensive menu that includes delicious appetizers, fresh seafood, burgers, as well as Southwest staples. A great place for children, with a menu specifically tailored for kids! Stop in for lunch, dinner or cocktails and discover Newport’s savory new gem. If you want to try a little bit of everything, check out their ala cart menu. End your meal with one of their desserts and specialty drinks! A great stop on the way back from a long day at the beach.

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THE GEAR Long-lining involves using a longline (ground line) with baited hooks on leaders attached at intervals. Sablefish (black cod) and halibut are caught on longline gear. The longline is stretched over the bottom, anchored at each end, and marked by surface buoys, poles, and flags. Hook size, spacing, fishing time (soak time), and fishing depth vary. Onboard gear consists of poles about 17 feet long with 12- to 14-inch flags and 60-inch round buoys that are usually stored near the pilot house. Longline boats have a distinctive appearance. The boats have a baiting tent, shed, or table on the stern. Chutes and pulleys are visible and are used in hauling or setting out the longline. The longline or ground- lines are stored in tubs. The hooks on the longline are hung on the rim of the tub to keep them from getting tangled. The tubs on the work deck hold the ground line with the hooks placed around the rims. HALIBUT A halibut groundline might cover three miles with up to 800 hooks and take three hours to retrieve. The lines are set in 30 to 150 fathoms (1 fathom equals 6 feet) and soaked 6 to 12 hours before hauling. A 100-fathom length of groundline with approximately one hundred hooks is called a skate. The line off the groundline to which the hook is attached is called a gangion. One or more baited skates tied together and laid out along the bottom with anchors on each end are called a set. SABLEFISH Spacing for sablefish is much closer than for halibut, with hooks every 3 or 4 feet. They are fished at 100 to 400 fathoms. Sablefish are soft mouthed and can wiggle free of hooks. They also can be consumed by bottom dwellers,so the lines are hauled after four to six hours. Most sablefish are beheaded and gutted, frozen, and exported to Japanese markets. High in oil content, sablefish make an excellent fish for smoking.

Cafe Stephanie has been a local’s favorite since opening in 2005. Located in the heart of Historic Nye Beach, Cafe Stephanie offers breakfast and lunch daily. Everything homemade and from the heart, Cafe Stephanie is named after the owner herself! In the mood for fantastic pastries and cinnamon rolls? You won’t find better anywhere else. Plus every order comes with a freshly baked scone. Bring the whole family, they have a great kids menu! From breakfast to lunch, you’ll find the best options. Homemade soups are on offer everyday! Be sure to stop in at Cafe Stephanie’s, you won’t want to miss it!!

TAPHOUSE AT NYE CREEK Hidden in the heart of the Historic Nye Beach overlooking the beautiful Oregon Coast. Taphouse invites you to enjoy their variety of delicious menu items and 32 select rotating taps! Taphouse at Nye Creek has everything perfect to accompany an evening at a taphouse, from burgers to pizzas to wings! With the most tap handles in Newport, there is a beer for everyone to enjoy! Take a seat on the open air patio on warm summer nights or sit up to the bar for beers, cocktails, and more! Next time you’re in Nye Beach, stop by the Taphouse at Nye Creek!

BARGE INN Barge Inn Tavern has been a local establishment for decades, and standing since 1936. The Barge Inn is famous for its cheeseburger, which gets its distinct flavor from an old well-seasoned cast steel grill. Their other choices are hot dogs, beer and wine – “we don’t even serve French fries”. As limited as the menu is, the clientele is surprisingly diverse. Fishermen come in as early as 7 am for their morning coffee. Business people stop by for cheeseburgers at lunch. Regulars often laugh away an entire afternoon and tourists return year after year to feel like locals for a few hours. The Barge Inn is a great way to experience what local Newport residents enjoy. It is much more than a Tavern, it has been the local hang out since its inception. “Home of the Winos, Dingbats, and Riff Raff.” Located right on the Bayfront, come by the Barge Inn on your next afternoon down on the waterfront.

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Salmon trollers supply fresh chinook salmon to markets. The boats vary in size from 18-foot day boats to trip boats up to 60 feet. Smaller vessels return to port daily whereas larger vessels might stay at sea up to eight days. A troller fishes for salmon by towing a number of lures or baited hooks through the water. Fishing lines are rigged to a pair of outriggers (trolling poles) three to six inches in diameter. When lowered, the outriggers hold the fishing lines away from the boat. A type of wedge stabilizer (flopper stopper) might also be attached to each outrigger to help stabilize the boat. When not in use, the outriggers are held vertically by brackets secured to a crossbeam (crosstree) on the masthead. The gear is built to withstand the shock of hard-striking fish. Many of the vessels have a trolling pit in the stern so that fishermen can steer while operating the gear. Stainless steel lines are fished from each outrigger. Two to six lines are used, and each line is limited to four lures on monofilament leaders (spreads) attached at intervals of two to four fathoms (a fathom equals six feet). A 10- to 50-pound weight (cannon ball) takes each line to the desired depth. Fishing lines are set and retrieved using hydraulic gurdies (mechanical cranks). To spread out the lures and to prevent tangles, the crew uses float bags to float up to two lines per side behind the boat. LURES The lures, which are barbless, can be fished from just under the surface down to 80 fathoms, at speeds of one to four knots. They include spoons, flashers, plastic or rubber squid (hootchies), and natural baits, such as anchovy or herring. Fish depth, troll speed, type of lure, and area fished all help to determine the number and species of salmon caught. Professional trollers can easily target the species they want to catch. Current fishing regulations protect wild Oregon coho, and so salmon trollers fish deeper to catch chinook. The fisherman uses the gurdie to bring in the fish. The fish is stunned, gaffed on board, bled, dressed, and washed before it is stored in an iced or refrigerated hold. Salmon trollers can fish up to 50 miles offshore. The season usually occurs from April through October. 20

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A troller fishes for albacore tuna, as for salmon, by towing a number of lures, or baited hooks, through the water. Albacore trollers tow artificial lures on the surface at faster speeds (from four to eight knots) than those used for salmon, to catch fast-moving, hard-hitting tuna. Action can be fast and furious, with fishermen pulling in fish as fast as they can. A day’s catch can range from nothing to several hundred fish. A good day’s catch might be 300 tuna, with individual fish weighing up to 30 pounds. Albacore trollers, called jig boats, tow 10 to 20 lines of varying lengths from the outriggers and stern. A lure (jig) is attached to the end of each unweighted line. Jigs have metal heads, plastic skirts or feathers, and large barbless hooks and are shaped to look like squid. There is a cord attached to each line, called a tag line. The tag line is used to pull the fishing line within reach, where a mechanical reel is then used to bring the fish the rest of the way in. Each fish is landed by hand, unhooked, and then bled and prepared for icing. Albacore boats are from 38 to 100 feet long and have a crew of two to three fishermen. The larger vessels can range hundreds of miles offshore, and a trip can last a month or more. The catch on these vessels is fresh frozen at sea. Albacore usually arrive in the summer with the warm current from Japan and leave in the fall, but water conditions influence whether and when they appear off the Oregon coast. Albacore prefer a water temperature

DINING IN NEWPORT NEWPORT CAFE Whether you’re a local or just visiting the central Oregon coast, Newport Café treats everyone like they’re family. Their menu is extensive and includes comfort food with huge portions, which means you will find something you’ll enjoy. Because their menu offers daily specials, you can have all of their home cooked meals at a price you can afford. And the best part is they offer all of this 24 hours a day! Craving their 8 lb Monster Burger but too busy to dine with us? No worries! They will deliver the food to you. Their local delivery service is a great solution to lunch at the office or dinner at home. But regardless of where you enjoy their home cooking, they guarantee to satisfy any appetite. Located on Hwy 101, Newport Cafe is sure to satisfy.

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of 58 to 64 degrees, and virtually no other fish are caught as bycatch when fishermen troll at this temperature range. Fish caught for the major canneries are not bled as are fish targeted for local fresh markets. ALBACORE OFF THE OREGON COAST The albacore harvested by Oregon fishermen are younger fish (three to five years old) between 10 and 30 pounds and are higher in omega–3 fish oils than the large, lean, older albacore caught by foreign longline fishermen in the central Pacific. Because these fish are young, mercury accumulation is not a concern. As a result they taste better and are more healthful. Some fishermen sell albacore fresh on the dock. In local custom-canning operations, fresh albacore are placed raw in the can and then cooked in their own juices, retaining the healthful fish oils and taste. Industrial canneries precook the fish before canning, losing some taste and fish oils in the process. Environmental seafood guides produced by Audubon and the Monterey Bay Aquarium have cited the albacore troll fishery as an example of a clean fishery with little bycatch or impact on the environment. Albacore are very sensitive to water temperature, and few other fish off Oregon are found in those water temperatures, so the bycatch is low.

Asiatico is a locally owned and operated Asian fusion restaurant and sushi bar, located on the south end of the Bayfront with the closest view of the Yaquina Bay Bridge that the Bayfront restaurants have to offer! Best known for their sushi and cocktails, Asiatico has the most high quality sushi in Newport. They also boast the largest selection of Sake and Sake cocktails on the Oregon Coast. Come in for your sushi fix and a nice evening while sharing authentic asian cuisine with friends and family. They will even make custom sushi rolls according to your preference! So stop in Asiatico on your next sushi and sake outing!

THE HILL The Hill Buffet and Grill is located in Agate Beach at the entrance to the Yaquina Head Lighthouse State Park. A great choice for families of all sizes, there is something for everyone at their buffet. Featuring an extensive salad and fruit bar, steak and burger grill, a pizza oven, along with an extensive dessert bar. With a view of the Pacific ocean and only a short walk from the Yaquina Head Lighthouse, the Hill Buffet and Grill is an excellent option for those looking for a variety of quality food. Bring the whole family and enjoy a dinner where everyone gets exactly what and how much they want! Visit the Hill Buffet and Grill while in the Agate Beach area of Newport!

NANA’S IRISH PUB Nana’s Irish Pub, located in Historic Nye Beach, has everything Irish from hearty pot pies to fish ‘n’ chips made with house beer batter, delicious Reuben sandwiches and homemade soups and salad dressings, there’s surely something for everyone! To accompany the tasty cuisine they offer imported irish beers on tap, a variety selection of wines, as well as spirits and liqueurs. Whether you wish to feast yourself on the tastes of Ireland, listen to live music and entertainment, or sit outside and relax on our patio, be assured you’ll have a great time. Kids are welcome ‘til 10pm so bring the whole family. Come by Nana’s Irish Pub for an enjoyable and lively Irish dining experience!

TASTE TRAWLERS A trawler is a vessel that drags a funnel-shaped net through water to harvest fish or shrimp. The net is wide at the mouth and tapers back to a narrow cod end that collects the catch. The average bottom trawl opening is 40 to 60 feet wide and 8 to 10 feet tall. Bottom trawlers usually tow their nets at 1 to 2 knots on or above the ocean floor. Fishermen might tow midwater trawls faster to catch faster-swimming schooling fish. Trawlers have a large metal trawl door that is attached to each side, or wing, on the front of the net. The water hits the doors and the pressure of the water passing over the door spreads the net open. The doors are flat, oval, or slightly v-shaped. A steel cable extends from the door to a winch just behind the pilot house. Most large trawlers have square sterns with inclined ramps and are referred to as stern trawlers. The nets are hauled aboard up the inclined ramp on the stern. Older trawlers without inclined ramps haul their nets over the sides using a haul line and a block on an overhead boom to bring in the cod end of the net.

The net is set off the stern by unwinding the reel so that the cod end is put into the water first. The rest of the net is unrolled from the reel, and then the doors are placed in the water. Water pressure on the doors causes the doors to separate and open the net. Enough cable is then released to place the net at the desired depth. The upper lip of the net is lifted up by floats on the headrope while the lower lip of the net is pulled down by a weighted footrope. This action opens the net vertically. Rubber discs may be attached to the net to hold it down. There are now restrictions on the size of the rubber discs that can be used on footropes when trawling on the Oregon continental shelf. These restrictions confine trawling to mostly smooth bottoms, such as sand and mud. Tow times can last from 30 minutes to several hours. Depths can range from 5 to 700 fathoms (a fathom equals six feet). Bottom trawlers typically fish from 1 to 40 miles offshore. The crew hauls in the net by winching in the cables until the doors are back in place and most of the net is on the reel. Once the catch is on board, the net is reset for another tow. Then the fish are separated into deck bins (checkers) and put in the hold, where they are iced or refrigerated. It is not unusual to have up to 15 tons of fish in the hold.

BOTTOM TRAWLERS Bottom trawlers tow the net along the ocean floor to catch fish that live on or just off the bottom. These fish include rockfish, cod, sablefish (black cod), ocean perch, flounder, and sole. Trawls can be designed to catch particular groups of fish. A SHRIMPERS large mesh net (4 1/2 inches to 5 inches) is kept on a stern-mounted reel. The two Pacific pink shrimp are smaller than gulf shrimp and are sometimes called doors are stored along the rails near the reel. popcorn or cocktail shrimp or, mistakenly, bay shrimp. They have a three- to fouryear life cycle. Shrimp live at depths of 40 to 150 fathoms in green or gray mud. Shrimpers, who fish from April 1 through October 31, tow one or two smallmeshed (1 1/2-inch) nets just above the ocean floor for small, pink cocktail shrimp. Single-rigged shrimpers tow one net off the stern, like bottom draggers, and store the net on a stern-mounted reel. Double-rigged shrimpers tow one net off each side of the vessel. Large outriggers are lowered to a 60-degree angle to let the nets out. The nets are either kept on a reel or folded on deck. In port, they might be hung from the boom. Double riggers have a set of doors for each net. The nets also have chains (tickler chains) attached to the footrope. These chains drag along the muddy bottom, stirring the shrimp up off the bottom and into the net.

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On board, the shrimp are emptied from the net onto a shallow sorting table or dumped into a temporary storage hopper and then sorted mechanically. Small fish are removed as the shrimp is conveyed to the fish hold, where they are packed in ice. Pacific shrimp are processed onshore through a cooking and peeling process and then shipped fresh or frozen in a process called individually quick frozen, or IQF. The sorting tray or machine and small mesh distinguish a shrimper from a bottom dragger or midwater trawler. Double riggers have large outriggers and two sets of doors.

MIDWATER TRAWLERS Midwater trawlers tow a net off the stern from just above the bottom to just below the surface. They harvest fish traveling in schools, such as Pacific whiting. The fishermen use electronic equipment to find and stay with the fish. The net is trawled a shorter time (10 to 30 minutes) than shrimp or bottom trawlers. One tow may yield 50 tons of fish. Midwater trawlers are rigged like bottom trawlers but use tall, concave, metal doors and frequently have more than one net reel on board. An overhead A-frame, or gantry, on the stern holds one or two reels. There may even be a third reel near the pilot house. MANAGEMENT Shrimp catches vary according to oceanographic conditions. The local shrimp fishery is one of the cleanest shrimp fisheries in the world, with catch being almost entirely pink shrimp. Fishermen now use bycatch reduction devices to virtually eliminate the bycatch of rockfish and halibut. When it comes to groundfish, managers have steadily tightened the allowable quotas to protect the species. The fishery is further managed with limited entry permits, area closures, and gear restrictions. Information provided by Sea Grant Oregon and the Oregon State Universary Estension Service

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THE MAJESTIC OTTER ROCK evils Punch Bowl State Natural Area is a state day use park on the central Oregon Coast in the United States. It is centered on a large bowl naturally carved in a rock headland which is partially open to the Pacific Ocean. Waves enter the bowl and often violently churn, swirl, and foam. Outside the bowl, ocean conditions are attractive to surfers near a large offshore rock pinnacle named Gull Rock, located about 1⁄2 mile (800 m) west-northwest of Devils Punch Bowl, which funnels and concentrates waves easily seen from the park. There are at least seventeen large rocks, part of Oregon Islands National Wildlife Refuge, which provide interesting wave viewing, and attract and provide a home for wildlife. Devils Punch Bowl is located about 5 miles (8.0 km) south of Depoe Bay, and about 8 miles (13 km) north of Newport in the community of Otter Rock, and about 1⁄4 mile (400 m) west of U.S. Route 101. The park encompasses 5.34 acres (2 ha), which includes picnic grounds. There is a trail for access to the beach, and tide pools.

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STAY IN NEWPORT AGATE BEACH MOTEL A quaint motel right on the oceanfront at Agate Beach with the Yaquina Head Lighthouse State Park to the right, the peninsula creates the perfect cove to block the coastal breeze. Check in to the Agate Beach Motel to experience the mystique of the Oregon Coast. A short 5 minute walk and you’re on the beach, 10-15 minutes and you’re at the famous Yaquina Head lighthouse! Their suites are individually unique and offer full amenities including a full kitchen, cozy living area, and decks offering unparalleled Pacific Ocean views. Relax or explore, however you unwind. The options are limitless when you stay at the Agate Beach Motel. A unique and simplistic way to enjoy the beauty of the Pacific Coast.

BEST WESTERN Just outside the Best Western Plus Agate Beach Inn, guests will find themselves in a secluded seaside haven, surrounded by breathtaking beach views. Located in Newport, Oregon, the Best Western Plus ocean view hotel is perfect for every occasion. Whether your trip to the Oregon coast is a relaxing retreat away from the hustle and bustle of the city, a reunion with friends, or a family adventure, it’s the perfect place to experience the peaceful and serene surroundings of the ocean while enjoying many hotel services and amenities including fully renovated guest rooms, amazing dining services, and excellent guest service. Enjoy a stay at the oceanfront hotel, Best Western Plus at Agate Beach!

ELIZABETH OCEANFRONT SUITES The Elizabeth Oceanfront Suites offers scenic Pacific Ocean views, making it one of the top places to stay in Newport, OR. When you choose the Elizabeth Suites for your lodging needs, you can look forward to a memorable stay for any occasion. Each of the available guest rooms includes a balcony overlooking the ocean, providing you with unobstructed views and an unbeatable value. You will find the hotel deals to be the ideal way to celebrate a romantic weekend away, an unforgettable family vacation, or any other travel need. When you need better hotel deals on rooms with all of the comforts of home, you can find the perfect accommodations at the Elizabeth Oceanfront Suites. The perfect location between the Historic Bayfront and Nye Beach.

HALLMARK RESORT At the Hallmark Resort, the beauty of the Oregon Coast is your constant backdrop. With all of the rooms offering oceanfront views and featuring the award-winning Georgie’s Beachside Grill, it’s the perfect spot for a fun-filled family Oregon Coast adventure or a romantic escape. If you’re looking for a beachfront resort in Newport, Hallmark Resort is the perfect place to stay on your next Newport getaway! SItuated on the oceanfront next to the Yaquina Bay State park, featuring a pool and hottub, Hallmark has been the premier choice for Newport beach goers for decades. Some rooms include fireplaces and ocean view balconies and decks. Next time you visit Newport, check in at Hallmark Resort!

THINGS TO DO IN NEWPORT BIKE NEWPORT Bike Newport is Newport’s premier bike shop! Their mission is to create the conditions that lead to more people biking more often, and to ensure that bicycling is a viable, safe and comfortable primary choice for transportation and recreation. Their goal is to help more people get out of the car and into the saddle – to discover, explore, traverse, and enjoy the beauty and delight of our “City By The Sea.” They have been making steady progress thanks to the hard work of dedicated volunteers and the collaboration of the city and state-wide stakeholders and advocates. They offer rentals for all of your biking needs, whether you want to take a road bike on the 101 or take a fat tire bike on one of Newport’s many beaches, Bike Newport has you covered!

TRADEWINDS Since 1949, Newport Tradewinds, has catered to the charter fishermen who come to Newport to experience a day out on the Pacific Ocean catching fish and crab. Depending on which season you plan your visit, you will have the opportunity to fish for something different...and delicious! They operate two charter boats and are open year round. When you get back to the dock, all the fish that you catch will be filleted by an expert filleter. Tradewinds is the quintessential Newport adventure. Go out on the Pacific by way of the Yaquina Bay to catch local fish and live a day in the life of the many fishermen that fish these waters everyday! You’ll enjoy bottom fishing trips to the Inner Reefs or just in or outside the Rockpile, halibut or salmon fishing in season, tuna fishing from Mid July through Mid-October, whale watching in the early spring and late fall, or bay crabbing throughout the year. So, whenever you’re planning to visit the beautiful Oregon coast, you’ll find Newport Tradewinds waiting for you!

THE KITE COMPANY The Kite Company is celebrating 30 years of selling kites! This family owned and operated kite store is located on Hwy 101 in Newport. They started flying kites as a hobby back in 1980, and decided to turn that hobby into their livelihood, as a retail kite store, in 1991. They now have retail space of over 6500 sq. ft, the largest kite store on the Pacific Coast. Newport has some of the best kite flying areas and they test fly everything they sell. Their staff are very knowledgeable kite flyers that can help you choose the kite that will fit your needs. They have a large variety of delta kites, diamond kites, dragon kites, box kites, Parafoil kites and stunt kites, also known as sport kites or trick kites. Quality kites and customer service are their guidelines to providing the customer with the best kite flying experience possible. There are a lot of kites to see so if you don‘t find the kite you are looking for just call or email them!

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he Newport Belle Bed and Breakfast has to be one of the most unique lodging accommodations the central Oregon coast has to offer, and it happens to be located right across the bridge in South Beach! The Newport Belle is a 97-foot paddlewheel boat that was built in 1993 and specifically designed to be a bed and breakfast. The boat is registered as permanently moored, so there will be no cruising up the Yaquina River during your stay, but enjoy the sunroom from 5 to 6 p.m. for happy hour. This adults-only accommodation features four rooms — soon to be five — thoughtfully curated by Randy and Paige. There are no cookie-cutter rooms here — they’re all different and will leave you eager to return to try them all. All rooms have their own bathroom, sparing guests the awkward tip toeing in the middle of the night, half asleep, to find the bathroom that can come with some bed and breakfasts. You will find hand sanitizer in each and every room created by their neighbors at the Rogue Ales Distillery. Coffee pots are also in each room, allowing you to sip your first cup in bed before you head to breakfast! Randy, who has a background in maintenance and repair, has made all of Paige’s ideas come to life in the newly remodeled rooms! Well, she joked, not all ideas — sometimes Randy will give her a little “grr,” which means he’s got to think on it. Prior to her newest endeavor as co-host of the Newport Belle, Paige was a senior program manager at MGM in Las Vegas. Now you can find her in the kitchen whipping up the three-course meal that comes with your stay. The Newport Belle Bed and Breakfast has spectacular views of the Yaquina Bay Bridge and harbor, rain or shine! Plan on sending the kids to grandma and grandpa’s, book a night and get ready to hop aboard the Newport Belle.

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SURFING IS NOT LIKE ANY OTHER SPORT. IT’S UNIQUE, BRINGS YOU BACK TO A SIMPLER MORE PRIMORDIAL WAY OF LIVING – FOLLOWING THE MOODS OF NATURE, THE SWELL, THE TIDE, THE WIND. THESE ARE THE THINGS THAT DICTATE MY ACTIVITES AND MY SCHEDULE.” ~ DAN HASSELSCHWERT OWNER OSSIE’S SURFSHOP newport, or

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STAY IN NEWPORT INN AT NYE BEACH A new experience at the Oregon Coast’s premier luxury boutique hotel! Featuring the only infinity spa overlooking the Ocean in the Pacific Northwest, their luxurious accommodations, massage treatments, complimentary made-from-scratch breakfast, and select pet friendly rooms will provide you with an unforgettable getaway. Located in the North end of the historic Nye Beach, the Inn at Nye Beach is situated perfectly to enjoy the beach and all that Newport has to offer. The Inn features chic and comfortable rooms with views of the beach. They even offer S’mores kits that you can take down to Nye Beach for a bonfire!

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RIDE THE WAVES IN NEWPORT urfers have long known that the Central Oregon Coast offers some of the best waves available anywhere. We have miles of uncrowded beaches, excellent breaks and clean waters that are perfect for surfers of all skill levels. Whether you are an experienced surfer, new to the sport or interested in learning how to surf, Newport’s beaches are ready to exceed your expectations! Since the 1950s, the Newport area has beckoned to surfers from near and far, but it wasn’t until the 1980s that local surfing culture became firmly rooted in the area. Great surfing can be had on many of the beaches from Newport all the way to Lincoln City, but some of the best local spots include South Beach, Agate Beach, and Otter Rock. Local surf shops are an important part of the surfing community, and they are ready to assist you will all of your surfing needs. With inexpensive equipment sales and rentals, surfing lessons, and concise reports on daily surf conditions, local shops have become an essential resource for surfers in Newport. Knowledgeable staff are eager to share their love of the sport with you and to make your experience the best that it can be. Local surf shops are conveniently located next to some of the area’s best surfing beaches, and lessons are offered frequently and are easy to schedule. Surfing lessons are also inexpensive, and will teach you the basics of the sport. You will learn how to balance on the board, paddle out to the best waves, or breaks, and how to avoid dangerous conditions like riptides. Once you’ve mastered a few of these first steps, you’ll build confidence in your ability and be able to try more advanced moves. Don’t worry if it takes a while to perfect your skills, because even the best surfers say that they never stop learning new things about the sport. You’ll probably start out with rental gear, which will help you determine what kind of board and wetsuit is best for you without the initial expense. As your abilities grow, so will your enjoyment, and before long you may want to purchase your own gear so that you can surf anywhere at any time. You may choose a longboard or a short board, depending on which one feels the most comfortable to ride. You’ll definitely want a full-body wetsuit, complete with a hood and booties, because even in the warmest days of summer, the Pacific Ocean is too cold to go without one. Regardless of whether you are a seasoned surfer trying out Newport’s waves for the first time, or are new to the sport, you should always know current wave and weather conditions before you head into the water. If you are unsure of current surfing conditions, you can call a surf shop or view local surfing cameras. The conditions at surfing spots vary too, and surf shop staff can give you specific details about where you want to go. OSSIES SURF SHOP Phone: (541) 574-4634 Location: 4860 N Coast Hwy (Hwy. 101) Website: ossiessurfshop.com

The Sylvia Beach Hotel is by far the most unique and niche hotel on the Oregon Coast. Every room is themed after a famous author, from J.R.R. Tolkien to F. Scott Fitzgerald to Dr. Seuss. Each room is carefully curated to bring to life the works of each author. There are three classic rooms that feature a fireplace, ocean view and private deck. On the very top level of the hotel, there is a library with every thing that a reader requires; comfy overstuffed armchairs, coffee and tea, a fireplace, lots of word puzzles and no wifi! This library is open 24/7, perfect for reading, writing, and relaxing. Visit their restaurant, the Table of Contents and enjoy a full course meal, from appetizers to dessert, the price is always fixed. For a truly unique stay, visit the Sylvia Beach Hotel.

MEREDITH LODGING Welcome to Meredith Lodging! They are a family owned company with vacation homes and locations all over Oregon. From resorts in Central Oregon to vacation rentals on the Oregon Coast. Though they offer one of the largest selections of vacation homes in Oregon, they are a local company at heart. Featuring local offices and on-site service on the Oregon Coast, Bend, and Sunriver. Wherever your next journey takes you, they will be there to assist you! Their beautiful Oregon coast vacation rentals are great for family reunions, summer holidays, romantic beach getaways, beach weekends, and all other coastal adventures.

SHILO INN Shilo Inns Newport Oceanfront is the perfect spot to enjoy the Oregon coast. This oceanfront hotel features 179 guestrooms, each with a spectacular view of the Pacific Ocean, south jetty and to the north, the Yaquina Head Lighthouse. Located between the Historic Bayfront and Nye Beach, staying at Shilo Inn makes your Newport vacation enjoyable and convenient. In addition to a great location, kids under 18 always stay free with an adult at Shilo Inns. And if you happen to bring your four legged friends, dogs are welcome with a nominal fee! On your next beach trip, check into Shilo Inns and enjoy the beach front views!

STAY IN NEWPORT THE LANDING The Landing is situated at the end of the Bayfront boardwalk next to Englund Marine and the Embarcadero. These condo style rooms are made to welcome guests from all over and make them feel at home. The Landing has a truly incredible view of the boat docks that can be enjoyed on the condo balconies. The Landing is a great place to stay if you’re planning on crabbing in the bay! They will rent all the necessary equipment and boats to cruise around the Yaquina Bay and drop crab pots. Enjoy a number of special amenities, including a large patio with BBQs, crab cookers and panoramic views of Yaquina Bay and the Yaquina Bay Bridge. Check out The Landing for your next adventure in Newport!

THE WAVES HOTEL The Waves Hotel is located in the historic Nye Beach, a 12-block area of Newport filled with delicious coastal eateries, shopping boutiques, art galleries and access to Nye beach. Their guest accommodations are designed for your comfort, whether coming back from a day of sight-seeing or a beach excursion. Each room offers necessities such as coffee makers and mini refrigerators. There is an indoor heated swimming pool onsite and sauna. Most rooms have full or partial views of the beach and ocean. A short 7-10 minute walk and you’re on the beach! The Waves hotel is pet-friendly so you can bring your dog along with you on your trip. They offer a complimentary breakfast and their staff can direct you to the best spots to eat and visit while you are staying with us. Count on The Waves Hotel to help you have your best vacation!

THE ANCHOR PIER The Anchor Pier is the only lodging on the Historic Bayfront! Spend a night on Newport’s Yaquina Bay in one of Anchor Pier’s six master suites! All are decorated after a different ocean theme, from the Mermaid room to the Captain’s quarters to the Surfer Dude’s room, each suite is equipped with a king size bed and a balcony with a view of either Yaquina bay or Bay Boulevard. The bay side has small balconies equipped with lounging chairs with a view of the harbor and the fishing boats below.

THE EMBARCADERO The Embarcadero Resort Hotel & Marina is tucked away at the end of the Newport’s Historic Bayfront. This picturesque resort has been a favorite destination for tourists and travelers for over 35 years. Every guest room has a private balcony overlooking the beautiful Yaquina Bay and Yaquina Bay Bridge. Included in the resort is a marina that has 233 Private Slips, Charter Fishing & Boat Rentals available on site, Indoor Salt Water Pool, Two Outdoor Spas, Private Saunas (Women’s & Men’s), Private Crab Dock with Crab Boat and Crab Pot Rentals, Crab Boiling Pots and BBQs for Guest Use, Gift Shop, and Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout.

FAT IS WHERE IT’S AT! aybe you don’t want to don spandex and fly along next to traffic on the Bay Road on a road bike. Maybe you don’t want to hurtle downhill and climb muddy obstacles on a mountain bike. If a cushy, easy, and fun ride on the flat beach is more your speed, and really, it should be everyone’s speed at some point, head over to Bike Newport and rent a fat tire bike to ride the beach. Bike Newport has a fleet of fat bikes to rent for children and adults. You can rent a bike at the shop on 6th Street and ride directly from there to Nye Beach. That’s where the fun begins. “It absolutely feels like flying,” says Bike Newport co-owner Daniella Crowder. The fat tires are ideal for sand, whether you want to ride on the flat, compacted beach near the water or in the dunes. The wide open spaces on Newport’s beaches and the vast sight lines mean that riders of all skill levels can ride without fear of running into anything. More adventuresome riders can try tricks and jumps, using obstacles formed by logs and rocks on the beach. “I’ve explored coves and remote stretches of beach on my fat bike that I’ve never been to on foot,” says Daniella’s husband and business partner, Elliott. “Just a few months ago I discovered a waterfall in South Beach that I never knew was there.” Fat bikes can be ridden on mountain biking trails and pavement, too. Elliott Crowder loves his fat bike so much that he has essentially given up riding his mountain bike, which is saying a lot for a bike shop owner. Ready to join the fun? You can rent fat tire bikes at Bike Newport any time the shop is open for $20 per hour or $50 for the day, and take them wherever you’d like. They have adult and kid-sized bikes, but the fleet size is limited so be sure to reserve early. BIKE NEWPORT Location: 150 NW 6th St. | Phone: (541) 265-9917 | bikenewport.com PHOTOS BY JEREMY BURKE

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STORM WATCHING hen the wind howls and drives the rain in horizontal sheets during the winter season along Oregon’s stormy coast, some folks batten down the hatches to stay warm and cozy inside. Hardier souls sally forth as peak wind gusts reach 80 mph or more and towering waves crash against bluffs, seawalls and jetties, tossing huge logs and other flotsam onto the beaches, and creating a spectacular show. Once just a quirky pastime for local residents, coastal storm watching has long since evolved into a tourism niche. Folks gather along the Oregon coastline to watch the wild winter waves from a Pacific Ocean turned surly. These voyeurs of nature’s wrath, colloquially known as storm watchers, venture to the shore for a front row view as roaring winds churn the moody ocean into a creamy froth, blow sheets of rain and sand horizontally along the beach, and stir up spectacular waves. According to meteorologists (weather scientists and forecasters), storm intensity generally ramps up toward the end of November and continues through March. SAFETY FIRST Wind and waves are the two main ingredients of a storm worth watching. Meteorologists say the most spectacular storms occur when deep low-pressure systems from way out in the eastern Pacific Ocean move northward close to the coast, and clash with inland high-pressure fronts. The greater the gradient - the pressure difference between the low and high systems - the stronger the wind. Those winds attract storm watchers, but also create conditions that can kill them. The wind, limited visibility and unpredictable tides that make a winter storm so spectacular also create dangerous situations for unwary storm watchers. Waves have swept people off jetties and beaches, and wind has blown others off lookout points. Since 1990, more than 30 people have lost their lives on Oregon’s shores while storm watching, according to the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department. Common sense precautions are necessary. “Storm watching is energizing for children and adults alike, whether watching from a cozy oceanfront room or an unprotected bluff,” says Sandy Pfaff, director of the Lincoln City Visitor and Convention Bureau. “But beware. It’s not safe to be on the beach during the storms. In addition to throwing logs and other debris, the wrath of the Pacific creates large breakers that can snatch you from the sand or the rocks, an unplanned swim you likely would not survive. Head inside or for high ground.” Oregon State parks officials caution those who venture outdoors

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THINGS TO DO IN NEWPORT OREGON COAST AQUARIUM The Oregon Coast Aquarium was opened in the Spring of 1992. The Oregon Coast Aquarium is situated on 23 acres of land in South Beach, Newport, Oregon. Cross over the Yaquina Bay Bridge to explore the many fascinating ocean creatures that reside in the Oregon Coast Aquarium. From the Deep Sea shark caves to the Rocky Shores tide pool simulator, there is an exhibit for every biome in the ocean. Explore the mysteries from the deepest regions of the ocean to the sea birds that inhabit the land surrounding the sea. Touch the sea anemones and sea stars in the tidepools! Watch the jellyfish and the octopus move around their habitats. Bring the kids to play in the many kid-friendly exhibits that make learning about the ocean and its many creatures a fun and memorable experience! The Oregon Coast Aquarium is a stop that you must take while visiting Newport. The Oregon Coast Aquarium is one of the top ten aquariums in North America, so don’t forget to plan a trip to this world renown aquarium!

HATFIELD ESTUARY TRAIL Hatfield Marine Science Center Estuary Trail is a 1.1 mile lightly trafficked out and back trail located near Newport, Oregon that offers the chance to see wildlife and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and birding and is accessible year-round. Access this trail from the Hatfield Marine Science Center parking lot. Cross over a small creek to experience the stunning estuary scenery along with the incredible wildlife that calls the estuary their home. The trail may be short but the array of wildlife and shore birds is extensive and sure to capture the attention of all ages. Take some time to learn more about the estuary and its inhabitants from the many informational placards along the way. This is a great trail for a quick walk and to become acquainted with a less known area of the Yaquina Bay and River.

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SHOPPING IN NEWPORT ANTIQUE MALL The Antique Mall is an antique collector’s dream! Filled with collectibles, fine china, vinyl records, artwork, jewelry, nostalgic and retro items galore and more! There are aisles upon aisles of antiques ready to be rehomed. Looking to find specialty antiques? The Antique Mall buys and displays antiques from locals! Many treasures can be found in the seemingly endless walls of the Antique Mall. Whether you’re looking to repurpose furniture or add new (to you) finds to your collection, take some time and browse the wide and various selection at the Antique Mall. Located on Hwy 101 below Big 5

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isitors to the Oregon Coast Aquarium (OCA) will see a “return of the Troll” during their next visit. Opening now at the aquarium, the exhibit “Cruisin’ the Fossil Coastline” is a unique compilation of work by Alaskan artist Ray Troll and paleontologist Dr. Kirk Johnson. “Unfortunately, the word ‘troll’ now means bad things on the internet,” Troll said. “I’m trying to take that back. I consider myself the good Troll.” His last exhibit at the OCA was in 1996. A self-proclaimed “paleo-nerd,” Troll is known for his highly detailed, scientifically accurate and often humorous artwork of fish, fossils and other aquatic images. His iconic, quirky T-shirts are sold all over the world. “Chances are if you live in the Pacific Northwest and live on the coast, you probably have one of my T-shirts,” said Troll. With such captions as “There Ain’t No Nookie Like a Chinookie,” “Rebel Without a Cod,” and his most popular, “Spawn Till You Die,” his T-shirts are an accessible way for many people to enjoy his art. Troll mostly uses drawing tools such as pen and ink to create his work. “I like to joke that I started my job at age four when I picked up a crayon to draw a dinosaur,” he said. “I’m 67 now and am still drawing dinosaurs with crayons. So I’ve gone nowhere in my life … except the crayons I use now are ‘professional’ crayons and they’re speedy!” Troll’s love of nature and science not only inspires his art, it also has given him a deeper love for fossil hunting. “Fossils are like tweets from the past,” he said. “They all tell a story … a fascinating story of how we all came to be here. The past is the key to understanding the future and rocks can tell us a lot.” Finding a tyrannosaur tooth on the banks of the Colville River in 2012 was a real highlight in Troll’s fossil finding life. But he stressed the importance of collecting responsibly. “Amateur collecting of invertebrate fossils like clams and plant fossils is OK,” Troll explained. “But when you find an important fossil, it needs to go into a public collection.” Troll hopes people who view the exhibit will gain a deeper appreciation for the history of life and how all things are connected at some point. “I do think it’s important and relevant to know the

Bayscapes Gallery and Coffeehouse is a specialty coffee and art shop right on the Yaquina Bay located on the Historic Bayfront! The perfect spot to start the morning or to enjoy a coffee, tea, or smoothie in the evening while enjoying the spectacular views of the bay and the Yaquina Bay Bridge. The menu often includes seasonal specials and hand dipped ice cream bars. While sipping on a delicious drink or an ice cream, take the opportunity to browse the art selection displayed in Bayscapes, their collection includes art from local artists. Stop by Bayscapes to experience Yaquina bay in a new way! You can even take a piece of the Oregon Coast inspired artwork home with you when you visit Bayscapes Gallery & Coffeehouse!

OCEANIC ARTS Oceanic Arts, a local family-owned business, established on Newport’s Historic Bayfront in the mid 1980s, remains an amazing art gallery that features local artists from Newport as well as other coastal artists. The exhibition includes a wide variety from pottery to sculptures to paintings to handcrafted jewelry. Oceanic Arts is the premier art gallery in Newport and a must stop for anyone looking to add something new and rare to their collection. Whether you’re interested in one-of-a-kind pieces of art or beautifully and carefully crafted jewelry, Oceanic Arts has endless treasures, both big and small. Their sister store, Breach the Moon, is located adjacent to Oceanic Arts, where their extensive jewelry collection is housed. Take a peek into the creativity coming out of the Oregon Coast. Be sure to visit Oceanic Arts and Breach the Moon when you’re on the bayfront!

PEERLESS PUFFIN Peerless Puffin, located in the Historic Nye Beach, is the perfect stop to discover boutique gifts and home decor. This small shop is filled with unique and elegant decor, candles, jewelry, cards, and gifts. The owner is also an artist and sells her work along with other local artists’ work. If you are in search of beach inspired decor, plan a visit to Peerless Puffin and discover the carefully curated gifts, art, and more! There are gifts for all ages. You’re sure to find something to take home to remember your Oregon Coast adventure! Only a short walk from Nye Beach, Peerless Puffin should not be missed!

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One of the many fossils on display, the Desmostylus found here on the Oregon coast.

history of the Earth. It helps us understand our planet and our place on it as ‘global citizens.’ The fossil record found along the west coast of North America is incredible. And it’s not just about dinosaurs. Some of the most important marine mammal fossils ever found have been found along the Oregon coast.” Troll and Johnson, who is the Sant Director of Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History, spent more than 250 days, covering over 10,000 miles in search of prehistoric fossils from Baja, Calif., to northern Alaska. The exhibit features Troll’s scientific realism paintings along with fossils, rocks and life-size replicas, models and images of prehistoric marine mammals. Film footage featuring Troll’s fossil excursions will be on view in the aquarium’s theater. Adding another offbeat humor element, Troll hid several cheeseburger drawings in his show pieces because, he said, he just loves cheeseburgers. “I feel comfortable when I know there’s a cheeseburger around,” he joked. “Cruisin’ the Fossil Coastline” runs at the OCA until late spring of 2022. “It is fun and educational for the entire family,” Troll said. “It will blow your mind.” More about this new exhibit, along with other information about the Oregon Coast Aquarium, can be found online at aquarium.org

BLACKWELL’S FISH ART: ‘A SWEET LITTLE CIRCLE’ get to do something that I feel is positive in the world. I’m not just working to pay bills and buy things. I want my work to make a difference, for people to see animals in their natural environment and to feel the love to nurture and nourish them.” That’s how Leighton Blackwell looks at the detailed fish paintings he has been creating for the past 10 years, an offshoot of his experiences spearfishing. Blackwell, 35, did not set out to be an artist. Raised in the Beaver Creek area of south Lincoln County, where his parents still have a home, he remembers attending anti-spray meetings in Seal Rock. Blackwell later moved to Eugene and began working in leather, making backpacks, shoes and boots and teaching

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ART IN NEWPORT WIND DRIFT GALLERY Wind Drift Gallery was established over 40 years ago and is located on the Historic Bayfront. Locals and tourists alike enjoy the large selection of knick knacks and local treasures. Step through the center threshold and enjoy the many local, regional and world renowned craft and jewelry artists. There is something for everyone. With a collection of gifts and ocean themed pottery, t shirts, magnets, hand soaps and lotions, kitchen towels, and more. One of the best gift shops in Newport, Wind Drift has committed to stocking only the most high quality items. They even feature local artist’s pottery! While on your next stroll down the Bayfront, drop into Wind Drift and explore treasures big and small!

PERFORMING ART CENTER The Newport Performing Arts Center (PAC) is the premiere performance venue on the Oregon Coast. It is home to a group of resident companies affectionately called the PACRATs. This Performing Arts Center Resident Artist Team consists of community music, theatre, and dance producers who keep the facility busy year-round. It also serves touring artists, non-profits, for profits, and individuals as space permits. The PAC has two performance spaces, the Alice Silverman Theatre and the David Ogden Stiers Theatre. The Silverman is a 328-seat, proscenium, stage theatre with a full range of technical capabilities. The David Ogden Stiers Theatre is a black box space which can be arranged to seat up to 80. Next time you’re in Newport, check out what’s going on at the Performing Art Center! You could be in for an amazing night at the Symphony Orchestra, a play, or a dance performance.

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leatherwork classes at the University of Oregon Craft Center. Then a friend introduced him to spearfishing, and Blackwell said that after 20 minutes in the water, he knew he wanted to do it again. “Now I usually come home with dinner,” he added. He began painting his catch on wood in the Gyotaku — fish printing — method. These days he paints fish directly on the wood and no longer does Gyotaku. His paintings bring home in detail the creatures of the ocean, with varying shades of blue capturing the underwater ocean. “I shore dive — I go into the water to hunt the fish,” Blackwell explained. “I find safe access, make sure I’m not in a protected area, and climb into the water from the rocks. I like to get off the beaten path. He wears a mask, snorkel, thick wetsuit and weights and carries an underwater flashlight, taking a breath to get under the water to be with the fish. He follows this pastime along the Pacific Leighton Blackwell uses driftwood and other found objects to create frames for his artwork. The artist, raised in the Beaver Creek area of south Lincoln County, has painted landscapes, animals, birds, trees and leaves, but his primary subject matter is fish. (Photos by Jeremy Burke)

One of the best things about Newport is the outdoor art. There are numerous murals located throughout Newport. The Historic Bayfront features most of these maritime murals. Done by world famous artists from Wyland to Rick Chambers, these murals are a sight to see! Whales, boats, and fish scenes scattered around Newport are a reminder of the heart of this coastal fishing town. While you’re on your way down the Bayfront, take a moment to admire the giant pieces of art that have been done in tribute to the great history and legacy of Newport’s bayfront. The bayfront is an air art museum. Enjoy the newly painted mural done by local artist Casey McEneny at Mariner’s Square, the Whale mural done by famous painter Wyland in the early 90s, the boats docked in the harbor on the side of the Rogue done by Rick Chambers, and so many more.

THE NEWPORT VISUAL ARTS CENTER

Located at the historic Nye Beach Turnaround, is a facility built by the City of Newport as a public art exhibition space and for art education programs and maintained by the Oregon Coast Council for the Arts. Opened in 1983, the Newport Visual Arts Center is the largest facility on the Oregon Coast built specifically for the exhibition of visual art. The Visual Art center includes three traditional gallery spaces, as well as the newer “media room” and “Classroom Gallery.”

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coast from Oregon to Santa Barbara, Calif., and he was in Tampa, Fla., during the interview for this story.Most commonly he spears rockfish and greenling. Sometimes he will use a hook and line to fish for trout, salmon or steelhead, and sometimes he’ll get a chance to go deepsea fishing. “And sometimes commercial fishermen will give me a really interesting fish they’ve caught — they’ll let me paint it and then I give them the fish back and maybe a print,” he said. “I love meeting new people through my hobby that’s turned professional, and sharing the passion. “It brings up a mix of emotions,” he said of spearfishing. “It’s such a beautiful moment when you hold your breath and go into the water. You wait for the fish to come along — either they’re curious or they don’t see you and just swim in front of you. “You’re surrounded by water and it’s peaceful, but it’s also heart pounding — the feeling changes so fast from observing the underwater creatures,” he explained. “Sometimes I leave the speargun on shore and take a camera instead, and that makes for a purely relaxing experience. I’ve never gotten out of the water bummed out. It’s always an adventure, always exciting.” One day, in a South Beach studio he shared with a painter friend, Blackwell suggested adding fish to an underwater seascape mural his friend was creating. “So I rubbed a fish over it, and we liked how it turned out,” he recalled. After that he began doing fish rubbings, Gyotaku, on T-shirts, which sold well. He went on to supersize his fish prints and put them on wood, and those sold as well. He displayed his work at the former Ozone Fine Art gallery at the Abbey Street Pier on the Newport Bayfront, took part in a show for younger artists at the Newport Visual Arts Center, and ended up with plenty of commissions. He calls Ozone co-founder Karen Britt his mentor. In his first show at the gallery, he sold five of his seven paintings on opening night. “Eight or nine years later, I’m busier than I ever imagined,” Blackwell 52

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said. He does not have a website and calls social media his working portfolio. These days he spends his time working on commissions. He doesn’t work in leather anymore and admits to missing it sometimes. That could change — he still has his leather sewing machine and most of his tools. And although Blackwell is selftaught, when he was a student at Newport High School he took classes from art teacher Richard Wiesner, whom he called “amazing; he was a positive influence on me. “I had an appreciation of art growing up but I wanted to be a professional athlete, maybe in snowboarding or water sports. I wanted to be active and outdoors and get paid for that,” he recalled, adding, “I’m achieving some of that now. I’m outside getting fish and then turning the fish into food.” Blackwell describes his work as mixed media, acrylic on wood. He often lets the wood come through the paint, and incorporates metal, old boat hardware, epoxy and glass — and perhaps old binocular lenses he makes into the eyes of a

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clean-up with groups like Surf Riders, Sea 2 the Future or SOLVE, or going on a solo venture, volunteers are always needed to clear plastics and trash on our beaches. It’s a worthwhile activity and beachcombers might even find some agates to keep! Newport is also the home of seven hiking trails and several biking trails. Nature lovers can volunteer their time for trail maintenance — cleaning up debris on trails to keep them looking great and ensure the trails are safe for other hikers and bikers. Participating in a BioBlitz is another great way to enjoy the beauty of the coast while learning about its diverse ecosystem. A BioBlitz is an event that focuses on finding and identifying as many species as possible in a specific area over a

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Located right on the top of Nye Beach, complete with real Whale Bones and a warming yurt, Don Davis is within walking distance to the beach and to the heart of Nye Beach.

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An installment behind the Newport Public Library, with an amphitheater style layout, Literacy Park is a great place to read a book or have a picnic!

MOMBETSU SISTER CITY PARK

A small Japanese style park dedicated to Newport’s Japanese sister city, Mombetsu. Enjoy a tranquil walk in this park located just off of Hwy 101.

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Located in Nye Beach adjacent to the Newport Skatepark. With a slide and a playset, Sam Moore Park is great for kids and families.

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Located east of Agate Beach. The largest playsets and jungle gyms in Newport with the addition of a volleyball net and covered picnic area. Big Creek is shielded against the coastal breeze and great for a long afternoon of fun!

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Home to the magnificent and historic Yaquina Head Lighthouse, built in 1871. Yaquina Head is still operating to this day! There is also a tidepool and a black rock beach located inside Yaquina Head State park as well as an interactive center where you can learn about the natural area of Yaquina Head and the central Oregon Coast!

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n the south side of the archway at Nye Beach, a corner store offers the best of the Pacific Northwest in food, drink and gift items. When co-owner Stephanie Curtis took over the Archway Market last October, it sold your typical gas station store fare. In the past year, she’s transformed the market into boutique convenience shopping featuring fine goods from local and regional producers.

Just through the entrance to the Nye Beach wayside, shoppers can find everything from premium meats to fine wines to souvenirs and apparel. “With my background in environmental science and my travels around the world, I’ve grown to favor woman-owned companies, especially those that help women taking care of their families at home,” Curtis said. “Little by little, I’ve added jewelry and gifts, goods from Portland that they ship directly to me, ARCHWAY MARKET Phone: (541) 264-8372 | Location: 701 NW Beach Dr, Newport, OR

candles made in Bend, art kits and recycled notebooks made in Portland.” She carries at least 40 products sourced from the Pacific Northwest and many from Newport and the surrounding area. Archway sells Cape Foulweather Coffee, roasted in Lincoln City, and homemade fudge from Cliffside Coffee and Sweets in Otter Rock. It’s the only brick-andmortar venue selling canned and frozen fish from the F/V Chelsea Rose outside of the historic fishing vessel’s location on the Bayfront, and it’s the only local seller of grass-fed beef and pork from Moonshine Cattle Co., of Lodgsen, always a popular offering. “I sell out of my bacon within two days, and I regularly take special orders for beef,” Curtis said. Pair that choice cut with the perfect wine — Curtis is always adding new options, having quadrupled the store’s wine selection since taking over last fall — or choose from a wide variety of craft beers, including suds from four local ULTRLIFE NYE Phone: (541) 264-8372 | Location: 715 NW Beach Dr, Newport, OR

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brewers: Yachats Brewing, Rogue Ales, Newport Brewing Co., and Wolf Tree Brewery. Archway is also great spot to pick up gear on your way to the sand, with beach toys, souvenirs and signature Oregon coast clothing and gifts. They’re the brick-and-mortar location for Newport’s own Fox and Crown Apparel Co., designers of coastal themed T-shirts, sweatshirts and more. The market is open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday and from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. on the weekend. For a corkage free, you can take your newly purchased wine through an adjoining door to enjoy in the neighboring Ultralife Cafe, co-owned by Curtis with her husband, Matthew Harner. Ultralife features its own house wines and an extensive menu of classic and signature cocktails — there are dozens to choose from — as well as bottled and draft beer, locally roasted coffee and tea, and healthy natural energy drinks, protein shakes and fruit smoothies. The bill of fare offers something for every taste and palate — dairy-free, gluten-free, sugar-free, vegan, keto and paleo. Harner said they try to keep at least one item in those categories on every section of their menu, and the staff will be happy to alter other items to fit the needs of the customer.

Jovi is a quaint gift shop located in Newport’s Historic Nye Beach, Jovi is filled with treasures from cultures around the world. Curated by the local partner owners are the endless high quality worldwide treasures. They feature “free trade” gifts. It is a small gift shop so when you turn around you are sure to discover many new and wondrous items. Browse their selection of hand soaps, exotic scarfs, books, incense, greeting cards, and much more! Come in to shop for unique and thoughtful gifts for friends and family!

NEWPORT PAWN Visit Newport Pawn Shop, they have been providing Newport and the surrounding area with top-notch pawn services for over 10 years! They value the diversity and openness of the Newport community, and strive to give everyone the same great service! Located on Hwy 101, Newport Pawn is perfectly located and the only licensed pawn shop in Lincoln County. Whether you’re buying, selling, or pawning, they guarantee you will always get the most money omm all of your valuables. They offer free estimates on any item with an in-house precious metals specialist! If you’re in the market for guns, ammo, precious metals, jewelry, video games, technology, musical instruments, and much more! Stop by Newport Pawn Monday-Saturday.

RIPLEY’S BELIEVE IT OR NOT! Visit Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Located at Mariner’s Square on Newport’s Historic Bayfront. Ripley’s is a fantastical adventure into the unbelievable, take a truly amazing tour through an exhibit of Robert Ripley’s world travels and discoveries. Recently renovated and updated, Ripley’s is a fun activity for the whole family. Adjacent to Ripley’s Believe It or Not! is Louis Tussand’s WaxWorks where you can take pictures with life-like wax figures of your favorite sports stars and celebrities. Along with Ripley’s and Tussand’s WaxWorks, are the brand new additions: LaseRace and SmashDash, games that challenge coordination against a time clock. Don’t forget to shop around in the gift shop and if you need a snack, they have you covered. If you happen to be on Newport’s Bayfront, be sure to purchase tickets and enjoy an afternoon of fun and entertainment at Mariner’s Square.

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SOMETHING NEW FOR NEWPORT’S BAYFRONT randy Cochran, of Albuquerque, N.M., and her mother, Becky Fogo, of Newport, were waiting outside Monica Ziegler’s latest enterprise, a unique shopping experience at 818 SW Bay Blvd. “We really like her other store,” Cochran said of Ziegler’s Bohemian Candle a few blocks away at 342 SW Bay Blvd. “This one is probably going to be just as awesome.” “We got a little sneak peak. It’s incredible,” said Fogo. “Curiosities and apothecary sums it up pretty well.” Ziegler created a buzz, generating excitement and interest in Femme Fatale long before opening her doors, posting intriguing photos of specimens, antique photos, even a medical wax moulage (a medical teaching tool dating to the early 1800s) on social media. Before opening, the store’s Facebook page had nearly 600 followers. The shop was making sales just minutes after opening the doors. “A femme fatale, sometimes called a man eater or vamp, is a stock character of a mysterious and seductive woman whose charms ensnare her lovers, often leading them into compromising, dangerous and deadly situations. She is an archetype of literature and art,” Ziegler explained on Facebook. “Femme Fatale Curiosities and Apothecary is inspired by the practices of the 19th century. Femme Fatale is about embracing the light with the dark. The lure as you enter her space arouses your desire to explore the depths of her walls. Diving deeper, she takes you on a journey through the beauty of life and the darkness of death. She is a little shop of old and new for lovers of the curious and macabre.” “This is a shop of oddities and curiosities, and it’s an apothecary, as well. We actually make all our products,” Ziegler said. “Now we have a place where we can create,” she said, indicating the large manufacturing space where her husband was working. “We’re hoping to eventually open it up to serving herbal teas, but that’s on hold until COVID-19 is complete. We’re going to have organic herbs.” Ziegler indicated that hand sanitizer has been a big seller. “We’re completely out,” she said, because she can’t source the alcohol she needs. “I love your store,” called out Sharon Hernandez, who was visiting from Albany. “I’m pretty much a professional shopper,” said Kelly Grady, who was visiting from Denver. “I found a ton of things I’ve never seen before.”

Childish Tendencies is a baby and children’s shop on the Historic Bayfront. Stocked with toys, books, puzzles, clothes ranging from newborn to toddler, baby shower gifts, and the perfect spot to pick up fun birthday gifts! All products are the highest quality and from the best new innovative brands. Childish Tendencies saw a gap in the market and has taken on this child and baby store to the next level. One of the great aspects of Childish Tendencies is that they take the local surroundings into consideration when choosing their products. From marine animal plush toys to baby onesies featuring whales and otter prints. For aquatic themed baby clothes and toys, stop by Childish Tendencies located on Bay Boulevard.

DIAMONDS BY THE SEA Diamonds by the Sea is a locally owned and operated jewelry store located on Hwy 101. They realize that individual taste, styling and design are extremely important to you when you decide to make your jewelry purchase. Their aim is to provide quality services and products with the highest degree of customer satisfaction. Their globally sourced designs help to express your unique personality and suit your lifestyle. They will personally help you to select the exact style & design that will celebrate the important occasions and milestones of your life. They realize that individual taste, styling and design are extremely important to you when you decide to make your jewelry purchase. Visit Diamonds by the Sea for a truly special selection of diamonds and jewelry!

ENGLUND MARINE & INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY Located on the port docks at Newport’s Bayfront, visit Englund Marine & Industrial Supply for your fishing needs and coastal adventures. Englund Marine has over 75 years of experience, so whether your crew needs to be properly outfitted for the signature coastal weather or you’re looking for fishing and clamming equipment, Englund Marine has you covered! Shop where the locals stock up on their rain gear. They carry the highest quality commercial grade raincoats and rain boots. It may seem like a place geared towards commercial fisherman and other local professionals; however, that is just one side of their well established business. Englund Marine has the gear that you need to explore the Oregon Coast. If you have any questions about crabbing or clamming, etc., the Englund Marine crew offers a wealth of knowledge and will be happy to provide answers. Stop in on your next Newport Adventure!!

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SUSTAINABLE FISHING - WHAT’S IN SEASON? ewport is home to the largest commercial fishing fleet in Oregon — one of the largest on the West Coast — and you can buy seafood fresh off the docks! During the summer months, you can find tuna, salmon, black cod, lingcod and halibut — which, as a matter of fact, are among the most sustainably caught seafood. Head on down to Port Dock 3, 5 and 7 and look for sandwich boards and bright flashy signs that advertise fresh catch. On Port Dock 3 and 7, you’ll find the historic Chelsea Rose and their floating barge, where all of these fish are available for purchase — they’ll even filet it for you. Or pick up some tuna that has already been canned. When you purchase from the docks, you’re supporting local, independent and often generational fisherman and their families. Oregon albacore tuna has a short season that runs from June to October, but availability mostly depends on when these migratory fish arrive in our coastal waters close enough to shore. All albacore tuna is hook-and-line caught with a method internationally recognized for being environmentally friendly and sustainable. Salmon is a seasonally permitted fishery caught by trolling, as well as another form of hook-and-line fishing. The season dates and catch quotas 68

are established every year, ensuring sustainability. In Oregon, the season typically begins in mid March and finishes up at the end of October. A fish that is becoming more popular on the Oregon coast is black cod, also known as sablefish and butterfish. Previously, most of the market for black cod was in Japan, and it was being imported, Black Cod has become a wellmanaged, permitted fishery right here on the West Coast. Not only does black cod have a rich flavor often described as buttery, it’s nourishing to the brain with high levels of Omega-3 fatty acids — more than Chinook salmon! Those looking to try this tasty fish without preparing it themselves can wander over to Local Ocean Seafoods across from the docs and order the black cod dinner, which is always locally caught. If you have a moment, pit stop in thefish market and glance into their case to see what boat your fish came from. Pacific halibut is another smart seafood choice because it is sustainably managed, with a highly regulated season. For the year of 2020, there were more fishing days available to fishermen, which in return meant more halibut being sold right off of the dock. Fill your freezer, break out the mason jars and get down on some canning, or maybe strike a conversation with a local fisherman. To get a new recipe to try out with your locally caught seafood! Which sustainably caught fish has you wanting to run down to the docks?

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SJ CUSTOM JEWELERs SJ Jewelry is not about what is given but who is giving it! At SJ Custom Jewelers, they believe that making a memory is everything! Choose from 1,200 plus engagement rings and let them show you why Newport is home to a jewelry store that cares most about their clients! SJ Jewelers offers much more than jewelry with a custom knife collection and Maui Jim Sunglasses. If you are in the market for custom jewelry, stop by SJ Jewelers located in Newport’s Historic Nye Beach!

TU TU TU KITCHENWARE COTTAGE Tu Tu Tu Kitchenware cottage has a carefully curated collection of cookware, kitchen tools, knives, table linens, cookbooks and so much more. Located in the heart of Nye Beach, Tu Tu Tu is a must stop! Owned locally with the locals in mind, there is every kitchen tool required for sale. The dishes and pots and pans are the highest quality for the seasoned chefs. Come in to shop for birthdays, holidays, and more. Tu Tu Tu is the only kitchenware shop in town, support local businesses when you shop at the kitchenware cottage! Located next to Panini and Jovi!

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t about 2 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 17, the 52-foot motor lifeboat Victory left the boathouse at U.S. Coast Guard Station Yaquina Bay for the final time — nearly 65 years to the day of when she first arrived in Newport.

The storied vessel did not leave under her own power but was towed behind a 47-foot motor lifeboat. She was accompanied by her sister ship, the Intrepid, which had been towed by another 47-footer to the Newport station from Coos Bay the prior afternoon. In a briefing with about 15 Coast Guard members in the boathouse early Wednesday morning, an engineer noted that the Victory had not left the moorage since October 2020, when the 13th District commander placed it and its sister ships on restricted status. For decades after arriving in Newport at the end of 1956, she was the station’s workhorse, capable of towing more than 750 tons and holding 40 survivors. She is self-righting and self-bailing and could motor through 50-foot seas in hurricane-force winds, and countless local fisherman and other mariners owe their lives to her crews over the past seven decades. In recent years, the boat experienced frequent breakdowns and long periods out of service, as replacement parts for the Korean War-era vessel are no longer

manufactured and must be custom built. As the station prepared Tuesday to say goodbye and execute its mission of transporting the ships safely north to the National Motor Lifeboat School at Cape Disappointment, Wash., with some stops along the way, they added an improved vessel to the local fleet. There are now three 47-footers in full-time service at the station, and one that recently received a major overhaul with upgrades to electronics, power plant, motor and crew accommodations will take the Victory’s moorage in the boathouse. The towing capacity of the aluminum vessels is significantly less than the Victory’s, about 150 tons, and they have a much shorter range. The Coast Guard will now use multiple 47s and/or cutters for heavier vessels and longer hauls, Station Yaquina Bay Commanding Officer Ryan O’Meara said. “We had a case a few days ago where a 210-foot cutter pulled a boat from 180 miles out,” he said. “The Victory was a powerhouse. She could go out in conditions that exceeded the 47’s limitations,” O’Meara said. He’s piloted the vessel during multiple tours at Yaquina Bay. “So she could go out in 25-foot breaks, where the 47 does 20 feet.” The overhauled 47 is the first in service with the improvements, having already

Left the Victory is shown for the last time in the boathouse. Above the Intrepid being towed into Yaquina Station to undergo the same trip as the Victory. (Photos by Jeremy Burke)

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undergone trials and subsequent modifications at Cape Disappointment. O’Meara said the boat still needed some maintenance on site before they begin trials with it at Yaquina Bay. O’Meara said he wished the Victory could have embarked when it was easier for the public to attend. The early morning departure time was selected to suit the tides at the Columbia River. The Invincible, another of the four 52s being decommissioned, left Grays Harbor at 4 a.m. on its own power, and the fourth, the Triumph II, was already stationed at Cape Disappointment. “It was really an honor to be here for that,” O’Meara said after watching the Victory swept seaward by the tow and tide. “I hope these guys appreciate that.” Some of the station’s members never had a chance to serve aboard her in the ocean, but all present seemed to recognize the gravity of the moment. “The Victory was not only not a member of the community, she was like a member of the crew,” he said. “Everywhere you went, everybody knew the Victory, being the oldest boat in the fleet and the queen of the fleet. With her capabilities, she’s brought generations of crews back to the dock safely, so her leaving is not only a very big deal to the town, but it’s a very big deal to the Coast Guard and members who previously served at Yaquina Bay.” The crews aboard the 47-footers, as well as two crew members on the Victory and one on the Intrepid, leapfrogged up the coast toward Washington State — one boat crew stopped at Depoe Bay and traded off with a crew from that station before returning to Newport, while the other continued until Tillamook, where others took up the tow. O’Meara said the transit of the retired lifeboats to Washington involved every Coast Guard surf station on the Oregon coast except the most southern and the most northern. At Cape Disappointment, they’ll all be brought out of the water for maintenance and preservation. They are not yet decommissioned but on “lay-up status,” O’Meara said. visitor guide newpor, or

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ZOO OFFERS HANDSON EXPERIENCES WITH EXOTIC ANIMALS hey’re unlikely stable mates: a pygmy goat, a silky chicken, a couple of llamas, a few pigs, an emu and a dog. A trio of kangaroos share an enclosure nearby. The stable itself is unconventional — a large part of a 7,000-square-foot former banquet hall at Aquarium Village in South Beach. A pair of macaws walk along the fence; other birds are perched up high in the rafters. “My family has always had animals,” said Blaine Brown, founder of Newport Discovery Zoo, an animal sanctuary offering up-close encounters with threatened and endangered animals, animals you are likely to only encounter in zoos. His grandfather imported animals for zoos, Brown explained. Brown owned pet stores in Spokane, Wash., before selling them when he came to the coast to care for his grandfather. “I thought about a pet store, but people just don’t know how to take care of stuff,” he said. Instead of providing animals, why not set something up where people could come visit these animals and learn about them, he thought. He pointed out that alligators are illegal in all the western states, but people still seem to find ways to acquire them as pets. When alligators are confiscated, they are usually destroyed, Brown said. In addition to a pair of alligators, Brown said the zoo is home to a Nile crocodile, as well. Working with state agencies in Oregon and Washington, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the U.S. Department of Fish and Wildlife and Washington Exotic Animal Rescue, the zoo provides a home for animals that would otherwise be destroyed, educating the pubic on the often rarely seen animals, Brown said. The zoo works with Oregon Reptile Man, who usually takes animals on visits to schools and libraries but is currently doing online education. The zoo has two Nile monitors, an African version of a Komodo dragon. “They’ll rip your arm. They don’t make good pets. People don’t comprehend how big they get, what their needs are, what they’re going to eat,” Brown said Some current residents at the Zoo are: alpacas, six-banded armadillos, kinkaju, poison dart frogs, fennec foxes, tortoises, African crested porcupine, Agouti, rattlesnakes, geckos, cobras, chameleons, tarantulas, fruit-dove, ducks and rainbow lorikeet. “Resident critters come and go as they move on to other zoo, sanctuaries, become a part of important breeding programs, etc.” The zoo is offering admission by appointment only at this time. Appointments can be made on their Facebook page or by phone at 541-961-6371. The zoo is located at 3101 SE Ferry Slip Road, South Beach

PACIFIC MARITIME HERITAGE CENTER The Pacific Maritime Heritage Center celebrates the history, art, diverse culture, commerce, and scientific research that is of the ocean. The Pacific Ocean fosters a diversity of fisheries that includes a far-reaching commercial fishing fleet, vital to this Oregon Coast community. The Pacific Maritime Heritage Center’s exhibits and programming are dedicated to telling the stories of those who share a desire to live and work where sea meets land, and along its rivers and estuaries. The Pacific Maritime Heritage Center is a major museum and interactive center that incorporates the working wharf, educational programs, and local maritime uses. The center features maritime-related exhibits and art. It has been designed to attract, educate, and entertain all ages, instilling in local residents and visitors a sense of place and community, a place they will want to visit again and again. Located in an impressive building on Newport’s historic Bayfront, the building and site were purchased by the Lincoln County Historical Society in 2004. The site was first graced with a home built in the 1880s for Dr. James Bayley and his wife, Elizabeth. That building burned in 1923, leaving only the foundation and chimney. A new home was built in 1925 by World War I hero General Ulysses Grant McAlexander on the site. In the late 1970s and early 80s, the structure underwent extensive remodeling and expansion and reopened as Smuggler’s Cove, a restaurant and nightclub.

HATFIELD MARINE SCIENCE CENTER Located in South Beach, Newport, Oregon, Hatfield Marine Science Center is Oregon State University’s marine lab serving as a base for distinguished oceanographic research and education, providing academic programs and opportunities for students in secondary and post-secondary education. HMSC doubles as an interactive exhibits for families and school groups to interact with the local marine wildlife. Simulate the various tides and tidepools, touch sea anemones and build tsunami safe structures and test them! Play in the Augmented Reality Sandbox or the Erosion Tank! When you first walk in, you will come in contact with an octopus! There is fun for all ages. Pay a small donation to keep the marine science center going and enjoy an afternoon at HMSC!

OREGON COAST GLASSWORKS Located on Hwy 20, Oregon Coast Glassworks is Newport’s center for beautiful art and exciting glass experiences. As the premier Native American owned and operated glass blowing gallery in the area, they offer glass blowing classes, free glass blowing demonstrations, and a gift gallery full of incredible sea life and animal sculpture, bowls, platters, floats, handcrafted jewelry, local beach agates and other handcrafted items from local artists. They also offer memorial glass items and the expertise to create your own unique custom glass project. Stop by and see their extraordinary art gallery of hand blown glass or design the perfect gift for yourself or a friend!

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