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FROM THE

MAYOR Welcome to Depoe Bay!

On behalf of the City of Depoe Bay, it is my pleasure to welcome you to our beautiful coastal town. Everyone knows all roads lead to Depoe Bay. Even our resident whales have migrated to our coastal waters to feed, showing off their young and playing hide and seek with the whale watching boats, often expertly diving, surfacing, and breaching in a surprise location where nobody is looking. A quaint, picturesque community located at the ocean’s edge, Depoe Bay is a wonderful vacation destination and a perfect place to call home. The City of Depoe Bay is fondly known as the “Whale Watching Capitol of the World” and site of the “World’s Smallest Navigable Harbor.” Sport fishing, charter fishing, and whale watching tours top the list of favorite things to do. Our Harbor offers annual and transient moorage docks, a boat launch and a fueling facility. Guests can also enjoy spectacular ocean views and observe sea life from our Sea Wall and Scenic Park Lands. The “Miracle Mile” along Highway 101 offers a wide variety of owner/familyoperated businesses and ends at the historic 1930’s Elementary School, which now houses City Hall. Enjoy shopping at art galleries, candy/caramel corn, jewelry, t-shirt, souvenir and curio stores or dining at an assortment of fine restaurant and food establishments. Depoe Bay is home of the Oregon State Parks and Recreation Department Whale Watching Center and Neighbors for Kids, a nationally renowned non-profit after-school program. Please plan to attend Depoe Bay’s Annual Events, including the Chamber of Commerce Wooden Boat Show, Crab Feed & Ducky Derby Race in April. Enjoy local crab, watch master craftsmen build and

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show off their wooden boats and cheer your “ducky” to the finish line. Our most unforgettable event is the Memorial Day Fleet of Flowers, where ceremony participants drop memorial flowers from the Highway 101 Bridge or join the procession of flower-laden boats to sea to lay wreaths just offshore. And there’s no better place to celebrate the 4th of July than with with family and friends with a barbecue or picnic in our City Parks. In August, you’ll want to witness and partake in the fearless pirate invasion sponsored by Treasure Depoe Bay, a day of fantasy and debauchery in and around the streets and attractions of Depoe Bay. Finally, don’t miss the Chamber’s Indian Style Salmon Bake held the third Saturday of September. Eat succulent salmon slow roasted on alder stakes while enjoying traditional Native American music and dance performances. The word “tourist” does not exist in our vocabulary. You, the people who visit, please enjoy our city — your city. You are our guests and we are glad you are here! A.J. Mattila, Mayor of Depoe Bay

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TABLE OF

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From The Mayor Boiler Bay Trophy Fishing Shore Fishing Boaters Guide Bridges U.S.C.G. Beaches Whales Otter Crest loop Flying Dutchman Winery Wade’s House Indian Roots Depoe Bay Wooden Boat Show Fleet of Flowers Salmon Bake Pirates Depoe Bay Q&A Second Summer Shopping Food Business Directory

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LOW TIDES REVEAL TRAGEDY AT

BOILER BAY

It doesn’t take clear weather to witness one of the most astonishing sights offered by Depoe Bay, but a tide table and sure feet will come in handy when exploring the wreck of the J. Marhoffer. It takes only a “minus” tide — typically the shaded areas of a tide table — to reveal the shipwreck at Boiler Bay, a storied cove at the very north end of town best seen from vantage point at Boiler Bay State Scenic Viewpoint. The site takes its name from a massive boiler that caught fast on a rocky shoal after the 174-foot coastal freighter, ablaze from a fire that claimed the life of a sailor, ran aground on May 18, 1910. All that remains today is the boiler and a steel shaft, but they are enough to make the rugged cove a unique attraction for the town’s visitors. (P h o t o

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The archives of the Lincoln County Historical Society in Newport record how the 608-ton schooner was headed north amid smooth seas to Portland after offloading its cargo in San Francisco. Steaming past Cape Foulweather at nine knots, the hardscrabble pioneer village of Depoe Bay was three miles to starboard when disaster struck. The young assistant engineer, on boiler watch, was experimenting with the ship’s new gas torch when it exploded and set the engine room on fire. The flames spread out of control, forcing Captain Gustave Peterson to drive the burning vessel toward shore. North of Depoe Bay, Peterson ordered the crew and passengers — including Peterson’s wife and the ship’s dog — to abandon ship. Nineteen people entered two lifeboats

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The unexploded bow of the J. Marhoffer, which ran aground in flames on May 18, 1910, drew tourists to Briggs Landing one mile north of Depoe Bay even before roads had been cut to the pioneer settlement. The bow and other parts of the vessel’s superstructure have since disappeared, leaving in their wake only a boiler and the cove’s new name: Boiler Bay.

while the J. Marhoffer continued to churn towards Brigg’s Landing, as Boiler Bay was originally known. One of the boats immediately swamped, but its occupants were pulled aboard the other lifeboat. Pioneer families gathered along the cliffs and beaches to witness the event, among them Anna Wisniewski. The Lincoln Beach resident, watching the tragedy unfold, went to Fogarty Creek where she waved her red sweater to help guide the lifeboats to a safe beach landing. Believing the red sweater signaled danger, the lifeboats turned and rowed to a landing south of Depoe Bay at Whale Cove. All survived the harrowing ordeal but for the ship’s cook, who was too badly burned. Old-timers claim the remains of the J. Marhoffer have moved several hundred Photo

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yards north of its fiery landing. Most of the vessel’s structure, including the unexploded bow that drew hardy tourists to the site when there were no roads to Depoe Bay, had disappeared by the 1940’s. But anybody who sets out to explore the wreck of the J. Marhoffer should be cautious. There is only a small bluff for parking, and the nearly vertical trail is a risky path. But for sure-footed explorers, the ebb tide exposes other places normally unseen, including rocky marine gardens, colorful marine landscapes and ancient iceage forests swamped by the slow rise of the ocean. The wreck of the J. Marhoffer offers an adventure for hardy souls that will be recalled for a lifetime.

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The boiler of the J. Marhoffer, caught fast in a rocky crevasse at Boiler Bay, lures curious onlookers during rare minus tides when the shipwreck is revealed. Those low tides, which occur in May and June, will also expose a rarely seen world of rocky marine gardens, colorful marine landscapes and ancient ice-age forests swamped by the slow rise of the ocean.

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CHARTER BOATS DELIVER

TROPHY FISHING! Running fast as a lovesick sailor on a three-hour pass, your charter boat will knife through aquamarine swells as you and your newfound fishing buddies head to a smooth patch of ocean just minutes away from Depoe Bay harbor. Soon, the skipper cuts the twin-diesels and plants the comfy cruiser over a long, jagged reef. The combination of wind and drift sends you down the spine of the stony extrusion just as the fish-finder lights-up like a carnival ride. “Fish on!” Suddenly, the stout poles of a half-dozen

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as a premier destination for anglers of all stripes: men, women, kids, first-timers and heavy-hitters. Here, anglers can look forward to deep-sea trophy action just minutes away for tasty rockfish, toothy lingcod, hard-fighting salmon, barndoorsized halibut, pole-bending tuna and baskets full of Dungeness crab. The charter boats of Depoe Bay run year ‘round for this cornucopia of game fish, tying up to the dock only when weather prevents an excursion. Anglers who value a stunning array fish, waters rich in diversity and a snug port with the shortest distance

With more fish than she can handle alone, a beaming client gets help from the skipper & deckhand to hoist her trophy lingcod for the camera.

anglers arc toward the water and began to dance wildly. It takes little more than an hour and a lot of muscle to deck your limit of black and blue sea bass, cabezon, quillback, China rockfish, sea trout and lingcod — what they call a seafood platter at the local restaurants. Around the globe, Depoe Bay is recognized

to deep water on the West Coast don’t go to Alaska — they head to Depoe Bay! The town’s top-notch charter outfits make it easy by providing all the gear and tackle you’ll need with five-hour crab-and-fish combo trips, with an experienced deckhand to help land the fish and re-bait your rig.

Halibut are hard-fighting, highly-prized trophies that can fill the freezer, too. This barn door-sized flattie was hooked aboard a Depoe Bay charter.

Anglers can also push the thrill envelope with a long-range run for deepwater lingcod. The 9-hour expeditions leave the berths at dawn on Saturday mornings. The trips are unforgettable for first-timers and veteran fishers alike, thanks to experienced

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crews who are adept at reading the ocean conditions. Spring and summer also mark the opening of seasons for Chinook and Coho salmon, bottom-dwelling halibut and hard-hitting Albacore tuna. These are among the most prized sport fish in the world. Charter operators provide everything you’ll need to do the heavy lifting: quality tackle and plenty of coffee, but it’s a good idea to bring a light lunch and dress warmly in layered clothes. When you tie up, experienced hands at the charter agency will filet your trophies and clean and cook your crab. Now you’re ready for the best part: delicious seafood fresh from the Pacific Ocean. For more information on charter fishing in Depoe Bay including rates and reservations, go to the Depoe Bay Chamber web site at www.depoebaychamber.org, or call 877-485-8348.

A typical haul from a five-hr. deep sea fishing trip out of Depoe Bay yields baskets full of tasty rockfish. Charter operators provide all gear, tackle and bait.

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DEPOE BAY BANKS YIELD FISH FOR

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If you want to rob a bank, head to Depoe Bay where shiner perch and sea bass are being held up like unwary tourists on bait and jigs tossed from the town’s rocky headlands! Let’s face it: fishing from a boat is the safest, surest way to bring home the bacon. But sure-footed fishers can practically fall out the back door and put together a limit of spectacular fighters in short order right from the shore, with an occasional cabezon and ling cod strike. All you need is a cooperative ocean and the right setup. The predominant bite along the rocky shoreline of Depoe is black rockfish, but don’t rule-out other hard-fighting species. To target rockfish, use as light a rig as conditions allow — your bass or salmon rod and a spinning reel wound with 25 to 50 lb. test will do the trick. A leadhead jig with tail action that mimics a swimming bait fish is practically irresistible to the hard-fighting snappers that measure 12 to 15 inches. Bring along an assortment of sizes and colors. Popular colors for Depoe Bay bank fishing are black/pearl, black/clear sparkle, black/ chartreuse and white. You’ll want to make a

long cast and let the jig sink to the bottom. If you don’t get a strike after a few slow retrieves to maximize the swimming action of the shad, try another color. Meanwhile, silver surfperch that cling to the vertical rocks dine on sand shrimp. Light spinning tackle should include 2030 lb. leader with two loops for No. 6 hooks fitted with shrimp or mussels and a pyramid sinker. Keep the pressure on once they strike — given any slack at all, these aggressive fighters will spit the hook. The best spots for rockfish include the Depoe Bay seawall, the rocky headlands at Northpoint and the sudden drop-offs on the south side of Boiler Bay State Park. For surfperch, head to Southpoint or Rocky Creek, where you can nail shiners in the narrow channel by the bridge. Even in the spring and summer you will need to be very careful. The rock around Depoe Bay is lava, deposited by ancient volcanic eruptions. It’s rough and razor sharp and can shred clothing and flesh alike. Also, sneaker waves can happen at any time of the year — never turn your back on the ocean.

SASSY SHADS, the classic plastic leadhead jig, were responsible for this stringer of black sea bass and ling cod taken at the Depoe Bay seawall. Photo by Rick Beasley

KEEP THE PRESSURE on when shiners strike your sand shrimp, and you’ll take home a bucket of trophies like this surfperch taken at Southpoint in Depoe Bay. Photo by Rick Beasley.

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A BOATER’S GUIDE TO

DEPOE BAY

Ahoy! Welcome to Depoe Bay, the “World’s Smallest Harbor” and a gorgeous port of call for recreational boaters, charter operators, commercial fishermen and divers. The harbor’s short entrance makes the run to the fishing and whalewatching grounds the shortest on the Pacific Coast. The harbor’s large boat ramp, paved parking and a fish cleaning station lure boats of all sizes and shapes. This is a harbor that welcomes the entire boating family, from kayakers to “trailer sailors.” Millions of years of relentless waves and erosion have created this year-round navigable harbor, unique among other

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coastal ports in Oregon because it is a landlocked bay, not a river estuary. Its egress is through a 50- by 300-foot slip through steep basalt cliffs. Getting a boat through this notch is known locally as “shooting the hole.” Even though there is no river current to complicate the tidal flux, boaters should be extremely cautious entering and exiting the harbor. Research on the harbor entrance is sensible before navigating the bar. The Coast Guard may impose a restriction on the bar if the wave is more than four feet. To listen to the bar report, call 541765-2122. All vessels are required to sound one prolonged blast when departing or entering the harbor, with local protocol giving the right of way to then inbound boat. The U.S. Coast Guard also recommends transmitting your intention to srrive or depart by transmitting on VHF-FM Ch. 80. If you feel upon return that you may have trouble, call the Coast Guard station for assistance on VHF-FM Ch. 16, or 541-7652123. Shading on the nautical chart represents danger areas. In addition to buoys, aides to navigation include pairs of range markers. Steering a course to keep range markers in line will keep your boat within the channel. The following are areas presenting hazards to navigation in Depoe Bay. They should be avoided at all times: A. North reef. Once a boat has cleared the entrance, waters to the north are hazardous until the red bell buoy is reached. The seas break from the northwest and southwest at the same time, so this area must be avoided at all times. B. South reef. Better known as Flat Rock, this area lies just south of the channel. Breakers are almost always present. Boaters coming from the south should

never use this area as a shortcut to the channel. Avoid this area at all times. C. Channel from the red bell buoy in. The passage into and out of Depoe Bay is short but can be challenging. The Coast Guard recommends studying it before attempting to operate a boat in it. Because the north and south reefs are so close to the channel, during adverse conditions, breakers from the north reef will cross the channel and run into the entrance. When this condition exists, it is better to stand by at the entrance buoy until the Coast Guard advises it is safe to enter or is there to escort boats in. An important rule at Depoe Bay: Never fish

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between the entrance and the red bell buoy. Entrance Boats over 50 feet should not enter the bay without checking with the harbormaster and the Coast Guard. All vessels are required to sound one prolonged (four to six seconds) blast when departing or entering Depoe Bay. Inbound boats have the right-of-way On a building north of the entrance channel, a Rough Bar Warning Light is positioned 25 feet above the water displaying two flashing yellow lights. When lights are flashing, check with Depoe Bay Coast Guard on VHF channel 16 for crossing restrictions. When visibility is less than one nautical mile, the Coast Guard activates its fog signal. The horn then sounds for 2 seconds, once every 30 seconds. Aids to Navigation Small Craft Warning: One RED pennant is displayed by day and a RED light over a WHITE light at night to indicate winds as high as 33 knots (38 m.p.h.) or sea conditions considered dangerous to small craft operations are forecast for the area. Boaters Guide continued on page 18

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Boaters Guide continued from page 17 Gale: Two RED pennants are displayed by day and a WHITE light above a RED light at night to indicate that winds within the range 34 to 47 knots (39 to 54 m.p.h.) are forecast for the area. Storm: A single RED flag with a BLACK center is displayed during daytime, and two RED lights at night are displayed to indicate that winds 48 knots (55 m.p.h.)

and above are forecast for the area. If the winds are associated with a tropical cyclone (hurricane), the “Storm Warning” display indicates that winds 48 to 63 knots (55 to 73 m.p.h.) are forecast. If you’re new to Depoe Bay, a chart is recommended. Locally, they can be found in Newport at Englund Marine Supply Co. Inc. 880 SE Bay Blvd, 541-265-9275.

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THE BRIDGES OF

DEPOE BAY Spanning the mouth of the Depoe Bay harbor and nearby Rocky Creek are two historically significant bridges designed by the legendary engineer Conde B. McCullough May 30, 1887 – May 5, 1946), whose brilliant designs were known for their architectural beauty, efficiency and economy. The Depoe Bay and Ben Jones bridges were both completed in 1927, though a second, matching bridge was joined to the original Depoe Bay span in 1940 to widen the 15 foot roadway to 48 feet. The result was a pair of picturesque bridges so beloved by photographers that their images are readily identified the world over with Depoe Bay, “the world’s smallest navigable harbor.” Both bridges have undergone extensive rehabilitation, including new decks of micro-silicate concrete, electrically-treated rebar and a metallized zinc coating over all surfaces — high-tech solutions to unrepentant coast weather that will allow millions of travelers to use them for decades to come. Depoe Bay Bridge The Depoe Bay Bridge is 312 feet long and features a stairway on the bay side

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and a walkway on the north end to provide visitors the opportunity to cross beneath the highway and almost shake hands with boats that shoot the notorious “hole.” The bridge features decorative arched railings typical among Conde McCullough’s signature designs featuring Gothic spires, art deco obelisks, and Romanesque arches. Rocky Creek Bridge At 360 feet, the Ben Jones Bridge is located two miles south of Depoe Bay on the Otter Crest Loop, a scenic road that was the original U.S. Route 101 over Cape Foulweather. Now bypassed, it is one of the most beautifully sited bridges in the state, spanning a small gorge coursed by Rock Creek. Originally call the Rocky Creek Bridge, it was renamed for the “Father of the Coast Highway,” Ben Jones. The open spandrel arch and approach columns have semi-circular fascia curtain wall which are typical of Conde B. McCullough’s bridges. A pullout on the south side offers parking and expansive views of the ocean. Today, the bridge serves the small community of Mirocco and is the gateway to a one-way (south) road enjoyed by motorists, cyclists and hikers.

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MEET THE ‘HOLE IN THE WALL’ GANG:

U.S. COAST GUARD, STATION DEPOE BAY! Affectionately called the “Hole-in-the-Wall Gang” by their friends and neighbors, they are the brave men and women of U.S. Coast Guard Station Depoe Bay! The U.S. Coast Guard established the Motor Lifeboat Station in 1940, assigning personnel to live above the Spouting Horn Restaurant. Wartime duty consisted of search and rescue, armed foot patrols along the beaches looking for unusual activities, searches of caves and inlets and extended watches along the coast. Coasties converted a local charter vessel, the Kingfisher, to gunboat duty and posted a machine gun at the harbor entrance. While there have been many changes since WWII, the job of the U.S. Coast Guard stationed here

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remains the same as their predecessors: guarding the Homeland, and saving lives and property at sea. In September 1996, Motor Lifeboat Station Depoe Bay consolidated with the USCG Station Newport. In 2004, the facility was recommissioned as the independent U.S. Coast Guard Station Depoe Bay. The roster includes 27 highly trained surfmen, boatswain’s mates, engineers, firemen, seamen and communications specialists who operate two 47-foot motor lifeboats and a 25-foot rigid-hull inflatable patrol craft. Typically, the station’s siren wails about 200 times a year in all weather for tows, law enforcement missions or search-and rescue-sorties. Many sailors, surfers,

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anglers and beachcombers who were plucked from an unmerciful ocean owe their lives to the fast and competent response of Station Depoe Bay. The station and its personnel — including a U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary unit comprised of volunteer citizens — are deeply involved in the community, helping out at the Salmon Bakes, Fleet of Flowers and other events. The same pride, dedication and devotion to duty displayed in the years during WWII remains and are reflected in the personnel attached here to the “hole in the wall.”

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BEACHES

WE CALL OUR OWN Seldom crowded, these state parks are gateways to sand and surf Known best for its awesome cliff views and wave-ravaged rocky headlands, the stunning coastline in all directions from Depoe Bay is dotted with exquisite sandy beaches. Thanks to Oregon’s farsighted beach laws, these wonderful places are always open to the beachcombing public, and are outfitted with restrooms, picnic tables and other amenities at their gateways.

Your day will at the beach will be an unforgettable part of a visit to Depoe Bay, but linger past sunset, and you’ll want to start a cozy fire and roast marshmallows!

If you have a desire to be a “castaway,” you’ve come to the right place — our beaches have plenty of elbowroom no

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Beachcombers scan the sand of Fogarty Creek state park for agates and other surprises deposited by winter storms. Fogarty Creek offers excellent bird watching, tidepooling and close encounters with marine life such as sea lions that often lounge in the surfline.

matter the time of year! Fogarty Creek State Recreation Area This wonderful park marks the confluence of creek and ocean in a setting that makes the spirits soar. Located just two-and-half miles north of Depoe Bay, the park features wind-sheltered picnic areas and wooden footbridges leading to a forest of Sitka Spruce, western hemlock, shore pine and alder forest. At the cliff-rimmed beach, a lazy creek flows into the sea, cutting through an enchanting scenic ocean cove. Fogarty Creek — the park and stream are named the late pioneer judge John Fogarty — features excellent bird watching,

tidepooling activities and close encounters with marine life such as sea lions that often lounge in the surfline and whales that feed offshore. At low tide, the sandy beaches give way to delicate tidepools full of colorful marine life and fossil images on ancient rocks. Here, sea caves carved into the sandstone bluffs attest to the power of the winter surf. The sandy beach, sheltered on all sides by steep bluffs, is cozy enough for a family picnic but big enough for a wedding party. Linger past sunset, and you’ll want to start a cozy fire and roast marshmallows! You’ll find covered picnic shelters and quick beach access by following the west exit off Hwy. 101 — just follow the familiar Oregon State Park signs! Gleneden Beach State Wayside Park Located four-anda-half miles north of Depoe Bay, the Gleneden Beach state park is nestled in the middle of seven miles of uninterrupted beach. Here, all eyes are on you as sea lions peer from the surf at visitors emerging onto a soft, sandy expanse lined by sandstone bluffs. Wetsuit-clad surfers often catch waves here in the mornings. Those same waves leave startling surprises for beachcombers, especially in the winter months. You’ll find plenty of parking, a gazebo and picnic tables

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aplenty. To get here, turn east off Hwy. 101 at Wesler St. and follow the familiar Oregon State Park signs. Devils Punch Bowl State Natural Area Head five miles south from Depoe Bay to this all-purpose state park and wayside, which offers a great vantage to watch whales and storms and a stairway to one of the most beautiful beaches at the Oregon coast. A favorite among surfers and surf watchers, the Devils Punch Bowl has it

Don’t forget your wetsuit and surfboard — some of the finest surfing in Oregon is just minutes away from Depoe Bay at Otter Rock and Gleneden Beach.

all: eye-popping geological formations, a sandy beach littered with driftwood and agates, tidepools that come alive with the daily ebb and picnic tables perched atop the undulating, rocky shoreline. From Hwy. 101, take the Otter Crest Loop to First Street in Otter Rock, where there is lots of public parking at the wayside and turnaround.

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WELCOME TO DEPOE BAY,

WHALE WATCHING CAPITOL OF THE WORLD! Perched over a pod of resident gray whales, Depoe Bay has earned its title of the “Whale Watching Capitol of the World” — visitors from almost everywhere come to watch whales from the many spectacular viewpoints, cozy charter boats or speedy Zodiaks! There’s a good reason that whale experts, marine researchers and wildlife photographers base much of their work out of Depoe Bay’s picturesque harbor. Like the legions of whale watchers that come to town, they’re guaranteed to see whales practically year ‘round. There is nothing quite so amazing as watching these gentle giants frolic, forage and care for their young. But the sightings increase during the winter and spring migrations in April and November. Each spring, pods of gray whales cruise Depoe Bay’s shores in their annual northward migration from the lagoons of Baja California to the Bering Sea. Memorial Day is the barometer that marks the return of Depoe Bay’s resident gray whales. These gentle giants of the deep prefer local waters to the chilly Bering Sea and spend six months here before the December return to Baja. Their presence has earned Depoe Bay the title of “Whale Watching Capital” of Oregon. The Depoe Bay Seawall is often packed with

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people and their binoculars and cameras as the whales move in to feed. But to meet these wonderful animals on their own terms, hop on a charter boat in “The World’s Smallest Harbor.” Pick a gentle cabin cruiser or the adrenaline rush of a Zodiac — the choice is up to you. Other sights include sea lions, harbor seals and bald eagles with the occasional Orca sighting for good measure. Your knowledgeable captain will keep you entertained with non-stop monologue on local flora, fauna and history. What are you waiting for? Hop on board today. Winter is also a prime time for viewing whales, often amid the awesome weather that draws storm watchers. Beginning in late November, California gray whales migrate south from cold Arctic to breeding grounds in Baja California. The migration hits its peak in mid- to late December, at a rate of about 30 whales per hour, and tapers of in late January. Nearly 23,000 gray whales pass within one mile of the Depoe Bay during the bi-annual migrations. The healthy and growing population of gray whales is remarkable considering the fact they were almost hunted to extinction in the 19th century. The International Whaling Commission endorsed a ban in 1946. Since then, the gray whale has made a strong comeback and has been removed from the endangered species list.

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THAR’ SHE BLOWS:

A GUIDE TO WHALE BEHAVIOR

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When your destination is Depoe Bay, one thing is certain: you’ll see whales! Visitors to the “Whalewatching Capital of the World” are in for a close-up view of marine life unmatched by any other vantage point. From boats, seawalls, parks and resort decks, people thrill to the antics of Depoe Bay’s unique year ‘round population of gray whales. Here are some of the behaviors they’ll witness: BLOW: When a whale exhales vapor, water or condensation following a dive. As a blow can be up to 15 feet high, this is the best way to locate a whale. Whales have blow patterns — usually about a half dozen short, shallow dives, followed by a prolonged dive of three to 10 minutes. FOOTPRINTS: Whales leave eddies on the surface, enabling whale watchers to track their progress and anticipate the next blow. FLUKES: The lobes of a whale tail. Whales raise their flukes following a dive - this is a good way to spot whales. SOUNDING: When the tail fluke is raised high, the next dive will usually be a deep one. HEADSTANDING: In shallow water, the whale keeps its flukes aloft for several minutes. SPYHOPPING: The whale raises its head out of the water in a vertical position. This may be done to check positioning. BREACHING: The whale rises vertically out of the water and falls to its side or back, creating a huge splash. There are many theories for why whales do this — to communicate, to knock off external parasites, to play or to simply show off are some theories.

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WHALE, SEALIFE & SHARK

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Located just south of the bridge in Depoe Bay at 234 S. Hwy. 101, the new Whale, Sealife & Shark Museum is a mesmerizing adventure into the marine world of Depoe Bay, with dazzling exhibits, informative displays, a theater and a naturalist on duty to answer your questions. The many artifacts, murals, dioramas and hands-on features will expand your knowledge of the marine world and leave you ready to identify much of the flora and fauna outside the doors. The museum is open daily. For more information, call 541-765-2219.

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Located on the Depoe Bay Seawall next to the harbor entrance, the Whale Watching Center is Oregon ’s newest State Park and the home of the highly acclaimed “Whale Watching Spoken Here” program. Free to the public, the center is dedicated to sharing information about whales and helping visitors understand and appreciate these amazing creatures with interactive displays. Inside viewing of whales in the bay are afforded from the covered balcony and oceanfront windows, with binoculars available. Outside, a cement plaza that surrounds the building provides a steady platform to poise your camera or telescope. For information, call 541-765-3304.

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EXPLORING THE SCENIC

OTTER CREST LOOP

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Just one mile south of town, a small road that veers off Highway 101 is a gateway to breathtaking views that can be enjoyed by car, bicycle or shoe leather! Now known as the Otter Crest Loop, this four-mile road was originally a thrilling part of the Pacific Coast Highway where it threaded along the steep face of Cape Foulweather. The first mile-and-a-half of this picturesque four-mile thoroughfare (beginning at the Ben Jones Bridge) is a southbound, one-way road with a walking/cycling strip on the side. Views of the pounding surf, remote beaches covered in black, volcanic sand and sea caves that explode in white mist are supplemented by panoramas of a primordial coastline. The high point of the excursion is a state parks wayside and gift shop 500 feet atop Cape Foulweather, named by Captain James Cook for the forces of nature that are at work here. At one moment it can be sunny with a panorama that stretches for 25 miles to sea; a few minutes later, the fog can swirl in like a cloud of damp smoke. In any case, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s another exciting place to explore on your visit to Depoe Bay. Photos

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FLYING DUTCHMAN WINERY While other producers curse the wind and rain, Oregon winemaker Richard Cutler claims that blustery fall weather is the cure for his complex, award-winning wines. Perched on a rocky bluff at Cape Foulweather, the Flying Dutchman Winery is the westernmost winery in the United States. Here, high winds whip the cottage tasting-room, weighted-down against storms by 120 oak casks stacked four-high in the barrel room. While big producers are hermetically sealed against the elements, this renowned winemaker throws open the doors of his vat room to the pervasive mist that clings to these volcanic headlands. He’s even coined a term for the mix of cool weather and wine that makes his product unique: “salt-air fermentation,” a nuance of the cold soak and fermentation process that occurs when the grape vats are opened to the cool temperatures and salt spray of the Pacific Ocean. The Flying Dutchman Winery produces an average of 1,200 cases a year, or about 13,000 to 14,000 bottles that sell in the Photo

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$30-$40 range. Most of the company’s business comes from out of state, borne on a tide of tourists who sample before buying in the cozy tasting room and gift shop. The Flying Dutchman Winery is located five miles south of Depoe Bay next to the Devil’s Punchbowl in Otter Rock. Its tasting room is open every day of the year, except Christmas, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tours with barrel tastings are offered by appointment. Call 541-765-2553 for more information.

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WADE’S

HOUSE Out of the ashes of grief emerged an opportunity for healing. The grief was the tragic, untimely death of 20 year old Wade Woodmark back in 2005. The opportunity for healing is the way the Woodmark family chose to turn this tragedy into an opportunity for other families to heal. Learning from their own healing experience, the Woodmarks realized that families suffering the loss of a loved one need a collective “time out” to grieve, heal and sort things out, away from the everyday demands of modern life. This was the genesis for the Wade J. Woodmark Foundation, a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization. At the center of the foundation’s work is Wade’s House. The home Wade lived in at the time of his death. This fully furnished and recently remodeled

home is made available to grieving families as an oasis of hope during a time of despair. There is no charge for the use of the home. In addition, the Wade J. Woodmark Foundation has branched out into multiple areas of outreach. Other foundation projects include the Santa Smiles Project, a program to help needy kids receive needed orthodontia treatment. Donations to the Wade J. Woodmark Foundation are always appreciated and welcome. Donors may contribute money, goods and or services. All donations may be earmarked for a special project or for the general fund. For more information, call 541-765-2717, or go the web site: www. wadejwoodmark.org

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INDIAN ROOTS ECHO IN

DEPOE BAY

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Respect for Native traditions is a point of pride for a town that bears an Indian name, Depoe Bay. The name begins in 1855 with a Joshua Indian, Charles, one of the many indigenous people forcibly removed to the Coast Reservation from the Rogue River Valley. A fixture at the U.S. Army supply depot near Toledo where he unloaded boats and sold curios, Charles earned the nickname “Depot Charley” from soldiers. He took a wife, a Siletz Indian named Minnie, and became a religious leader and chief respected by tribal members and white men alike. The 1885 census shows that Charles Depot and wife Minerva had five children. In 1894 the U.S. Government reclaimed much of the Coast Reservation, giving members of the Siletz tribes 80-acre parcels. Charlie, Minnie and their brood thus became the first modern residents of the Depoe Bay area, with family members claiming most of the land that is now within city limits. When the only son, Robert, was sent to the Carlisle Indian School in Pennsylvania, he began to call himself Robert DePoe. After Bobbie graduated in 1897 and became a respected Indian university professor, the whole family adopted the change. Charles DePoe died in 1906. Title records from the era are thin, though it is certain that many Siletz Indians sold their land to speculators or lost it to property tax foreclosure. A deed from 1923 records that the last of the DePoe family holdings were sold in 1923 to a Siletz Indian couple, Frank W. and Rachel Carson, who sold the land three years later to real estate speculator Lee Williams for $6,000. Williams quickly sold it for $10,000 to the Sunset Development Co., which subdivided the land around the bay, selling lots for $100 each and building an aquarium and auto camp for the tourists. When the community applied for its first

An Indian dancer in Siletz tribal regalia rekindles the spirit of the potlatch during the annual Depoe Bay Indian-Style Salmon Bake, held the third Saturday of Sept. at the city park.

post office in 1928, federal approval was granted but the paperwork came back with a lower case “P.” It has been Depoe Bay ever since. Today, a new chapter is being written by the Confederated Tribes of the Siletz, which

has become an engine of economic reform and prosperity in Lincoln Co. Fueled by successful commercial enterprises such as the Chinook Winds Casino & Resort, the tribe is a generous partner that distributes millions in grants to cities and civic groups throughout Lincoln Co. The annual Indian-style Salmon Bake, held the third Saturday of Sept. at City Park, pays homage to Indian ways, carrying on

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a celebration that has transpired here for thousands of years. The melodic beat of powwow drums reverberating in the trees while a feast of salmon cooks over open fires rekindles the spirit of the potlatch, a celebration of community that binds our cultures in respect.

MEET THE CHIEF! Most towns have a fire chief and a police chief, but few can claim their own Indian chief. In Depoe Bay, that honor goes to Chief Chewesclaw Depoe, the son of Chief Depoe and the grandson of Depoe Bay’s namesake, Chief Charlie DePoe. One of the most honored guests each year at the Fleet of Flowers, Chief Depoe is easy to spot — he’s the one in the regal headdress. With the endorsement of the Confederated Tribes of the Siletz, he stepped into his father’s shoes in Aug., 1999. Chief Depoe is descended from a line of Tootenai chiefs whose original territory was along the Rogue River. His tribe was force-marched to the Oregon coast by the U.S. Army in the 1870s. In 1922, the Siletz Indians sold their land to the Sunset Development Co., the first promoter of Depoe Bay. “The Indians taught the white man how to bake salmon, and you hold a festival to this day,” he told the Beacon. “Indian culture is strong in Depoe Bay. You just need more Indians. I plan to visit often.” When you see Chief Depoe in the crowd, give your regards to this noble leader who carries on a long tradition by visiting every Fleet of Flowers celebration. To correspond CHIEF CHEWESCLAW DEPOE, the son of with Chief Depoe, write him at 11403 5th Chief Depoe and the grandson of Depoe Bay’s namesake, Chief Charlie DePoe. Ave. So., Seattle, WA 98168.

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DEPOE BAY’S

WOODEN BOAT SHOW & CRAB FEED Antique marine engine collector Jim Crow leaned into the ancient machine with all his strength and pulled on a two-foot wrench, sparking the 14-horsepower engine to life with a bark that echoed through the harbor like a heavy machine gun. Dogs howled, children winced and boat wooden boat aficionados craned their necks as the 1919 Gray Marine belched smoke and water from a brass exhaust pipe, just one of the many peeks into the timeless world of antique and wooden boats awaiting visitors to the harbor for the annual Depoe Bay Wooden Boat Show & Crab Feed. Typically held 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the third Saturday and Sunday of April (see depoebaychamber. org for 2014 dates), the boat show has been an annual affair since 1994. Here, you’ll step aboard classic and antique wooden boats while expert

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builders and artists hold demonstrations amid rowing contests and an action-packed “Ducky Derby” on Sunday. Simmering nearby at the Community

Hall is a vat of locally caught Dungeness Crab, served whole or half with coleslaw, French toast and a lemon. Seafood lovers can dine inside or out in the sun on a picnic bench, or under the tent of the beer garden. Seafood lovers Visitors dine on succulent crab and watch master craftsmen build and display their This is a family-friendly affair, where imaginations go overboard as children build their own wooden boats from bins loaded with wood, beads, sailcloth, figurines and spent firearms brass. If you love the graceful lines and loving detail of a wellturned gunwale, you’ll be at home amid the array of handcrafted kayaks, skiffs, sailboats, runabouts and antique boats. For more information, call the Depoe Bay Chamber of Commerce at 877-485-8348, or visit the web site at depoebaychamber.org)

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MEMORIAL DAY

FLEET OF FLOWERS One of the nation’s most stirring and unforgettable celebrations of Memorial Day occurs in Depoe Bay during the annual “Fleet of Flowers” procession, an event highlighted by martial pageantry, stirring testimonials and a flower-laden convoy to sea. The first Fleet of Flowers was held in 1945 to commemorate two local fishermen, Roy Bower and Jack Chambers, who lost their lives in 1936 in a valiant attempt to rescue Capt. Ernest McQueen and two crew who couldn’t make the harbor in a storm. In 2005, the ceremony honored the memory of another fisherman, Ron Nissen, who died when his boat capsized in 2004. Over the years, the Fleet of Flowers has expanded its list of honorees to include the men and women of the armed services, private memorials and all those lost at sea. Memorial Day falls on the last Monday of the month, but preparations kick off weeks beforehand as volunteers go into the woods

to cut greens; others give many hours in the days prior to the event, making more than 3,000 wreaths and bouquets. The day kicks off with harbor side ceremonies beginning at 11 a.m. when veterans and the flags of the armed services are recognized. Talented singers

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and musicians provide interludes to the guest speakers and their memorable messages before a heart-stopping 21-gun salute by the U.S. Coast Guard honor guard and the somber echo of a bugler playing Taps. Overhead, a flyover by a U.S. Coast Guard helicopter signals the start of the procession as dozens of boat engines spark to life. Riders are welcome on the boats of the Depoe Bay fleet at no charge, but they must reserve space in advance. To do so, call Tradewinds Charters, 541-765-2345, or Dockside Charters, 541-765-2545. For more information, or to request a wreath to honor a loved one, call the office of the Depoe Bay Chamber of Commerce at 541765-2889. The fleet of boats will follow a Coast Guard 47-foot patrol vessel out of the harbor in single file, bedecked in floral wreaths. The procession will circle the whistle buoy, and, when a Coast Guard helicopter drops the first wreath, the fleet will cast the wreaths upon the sea. Residents and visitors join local volunteers to make the Fleet of Flowers happen. Crewmembers from the Depoe Bay Coast Guard Station and volunteer and career firefighters from the Depoe Bay Fire District participate in the event, while boat owners and captains make their vessels available to all comers. Volunteers go into the woods to cut greens; others give many hours in the week prior to the event, making more than 3,000 wreaths and bouquets.

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INDIAN-STYLE SALMON BAKE

AROUND THE BEND! The scent of wood smoke and slow-roasted salmon wafts through City Park during the Annual Indian-Style Salmon Bake, held the 3rd Saturday of every September from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Depoe Bay Salmon bake started out

as a “Free Fish Fry” in the 1930s as local residents gathered to share their catch and tall fishin’ stories. In the early days, the fish were fried in cast-iron pans over open fires. Today, it’s held “Indian Style,” where slabs of fresh Chinook salmon are slow-baked on alder stakes over a fire pit. For nearly 60 years, this event has drawn visitors from around the Northwest who build their day or an entire weekend around the Salmon Bake. Live music and Indian dancers provide an entertaining backdrop to the best seafood meal you’ll ever eat outdoors. More than 2,000 pounds of salmon are positioned on six-ft. split alder stakes, 40 slabs at a time, and held in place by cedar strips over the fire line for 45 minutes. Seasoned volunteers in the hundreds are the backbone of the annual Salmon bake, manning fire pits, serving lines and booths. If you’re new in town or just visiting, the

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Salmon Bake is a great way to meet new friends, gauge the lay of the land in Depoe Bay and let the whole town know you are one of us! Many of the folks you’ll meet on the fire line or at the serving table call Depoe Bay their “home away from home,” arriving a day or two early in a show of unforgettable camaraderie to volunteer for every facet of the complex operation. And, if you’re in a mood to decompress after the Salmon Bake on Saturday, head back the next day for Sunday in the Park, an eye-popping showcase of gifted local musicians, great wines and delicious snacks For more information, contact the Depoe Bay Chamber of Commerce toll-free at (877) 485-8348, or visit the web site at depoebaychamber.org.

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PIRATES TAKE OVER TOWN DURING THE DEPOE BAY

TREASURE HUNT! Awash in scurvy dogs and swashbucklers, Depoe Bay takes on the feel of a smuggler’s island the third Saturday of August during the annual Depoe Bay Treasure Hunt. Behind every store counter and on the streets, people attired in gaudy buccaneer garments wave pirate flags and mug for bystander cameras during the all-day event. Everyone is invited to wear the uniform of a buccaneer and join in the fun, follow clues to hidden treasure and party like a pirate! Overlook any pangs of guilt as you embark on the pirate life — profits from the event help fund worthy civic causes. The spectacle of townsfolk being thrown into stocks and the reverberation and smoke of a cannon create traffic jams as drivers crane and pull to the side of the highway. Families pour from cars to witness the incredible scene, a lively mixture of Hollywood and history come alive. The affair pits teams of brigands in a

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competition to gather clues and locate hidden treasure, culminating in dinner, a play and an auction, all under the watchful eyes of “The King’s Navy,” a squadron of Portland-based redcoats who patrol the streets amid roaming brigands and shop owners dressed in pirate dress. The town actually has a rich history of piracy. Sir Francis Drake, one of the great privateers, may have wintered here at nearby Whale Cove, according to one prominent researcher. The bay itself was certainly used as a layover for pirate raids on the California coast when English freebooters fought the Spanish for control of the new Americas. During prohibition, the rocky inlets and bays of the area offered secret ports for rumrunners. For more information, call the Depoe Bay Chamber of Commerce at 877-485-8348, or visit the web site at depoebaychamber.org)

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DEPOE BAY

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The Depoe Bay Chamber of Commerce fields thousands of calls a year from curious travelers via the Internet, phone and walk-ins at its sevenday-a-week office. According to chamber workers, these are the leading questions, and the answers they give: Q: How far is it from Portland to Depoe Bay? A: Depoe Bay via Hwy. 99, then Hwy. 18, is approximately 103 miles. Q: What is the driving distance between Tillamook to Lincoln City? A: 44 miles. Q: Lincoln City to Depoe Bay? A: 13 miles. Q: Depoe Bay to Newport? A: 13 miles. Q: Newport to Toledo? A: 6 miles. Q: Newport to Waldport? A: 16 miles. Q: How long does it take to drive the entire coastline (no stops). A: About 10-12 hours with an average speed of 50 mph. Q: What is the weather like? A: Spring ranges from the high 50’s in the day to low 40’s at night with a good chance of rain. Summer is usually 60-70 degrees during the day and low 40’s-50’s at night. Fall is mid 60’s daytime and low 40’s at night. Usually there’s rain from late fall through early winter. Winter is the best time of year to watch magnificent storms. Q: When do the whales migrate along the Oregon Coast? A: Some gray whales live year round in Depoe Bay, composing a resident pod you can view year ‘round from a whale watching boat. Most whales travel Dec. through early Feb. on their annual 6,000-mile journey in the Pacific Ocean from the Arctic to the warm waters of Baja, Mexico. Then March through Oct., the whales return north with their calves. For more info: www.WhaleSpoken. org.

Q: What are considered the North, Central, and Southern regions of the Oregon Coast? A: The north area is Astoria to Lincoln City. Central is Lincoln City to Florence. And south is Florence to Brookings Harbor. Q: Are Oregon’s beaches all open to the public? A: The “Oregon Beach Bill” was enacted in 1967 under the Republican visionary, Gov. Tom McCall, guaranteeing free and uninterrupted use of the 363 miles of Oregon coastline to the public. A state easement exists up to the line of vegetation. Q: Can I have a fire on the beach? A: You can, if you follow the strict rules enforced by Oregon State Parks. • Use small pieces of firewood only. Large logs are prohibited. • Fires must be west of the vegetation line, NO EXCEPTIONS. • Build your fire away from the beach grass and piles of driftwood. • Extinguish the fire with water. Don’t just bury it. Q: Where can you go crabbing and clamming along the coast? A: The Pacific Ocean, coastal bays and beaches are open year round, 24 hours a day except as special regulations apply. The ocean is typically closed for Dungeness crab Aug. 15–Nov. 30. For more information about Depoe Bay call the Chamber of Commerce at 541-765-2889 or visit depoebaychamber.org on the Internet!

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FALL IS DEPOE BAY’S

SECOND SUMMER! It’s likely the single biggest tourism news story about the Oregon coast — yet it’s one of the area’s biggest secrets. Fall is known as the “Depoe Bay’s Second Summer,” meaning the coast is at its warmest in September and early October, bringing with it a bundle of other features like lower lodging prices, less winds, diminishing crowds and traffic, and other natural and manmade amenities that make this the most inviting time of the year. It practically guarantees balmy weather for whale watching, deep-sea fishing and the town’s annual Indian-Style Salmon Bake, scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 17, 2011 in the City Park. The science behind Depoe Bay’s balmy fall it is a little complex, but put simply it comes down to waters that have been warmed up all summer and lower temperatures inland, which decrease the temperature differences between the valley and the coastline. This allows warmer air flows from the east and from California to help warm things up even more, as well as causing the winds to die down in general and decrease fog. During the summer, those temperature differences drive the sea breezes and fog. But by early fall, those differences are not as significant, allowing these factors to come together to make for sunnier, hotter days than during June, July and August. Weather experts say this usually lasts well into October, with the middle of the month generally being a turning point towards more blustery weather. However, those summer-like conditions often last well into the last few days of the month. You can take advantage of the extra elbow room, warm fall weather and seasonal room specials by calling the Depoe Bay Chamber of Commerce at 877-485-8348 or go to the website at www.depoebaychamber.org.

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DEPOE BAY…

A SHOPPING PARADISE! Depoe Bay is a shopper’s dream-cometrue! The eclectic gift shops and art galleries that line Hwy. 101 are packed with a striking array of exotic goods, nautical accents, popular collectibles, unique jewelry, breathtaking art and unexpected treasures from around the world. Candy makers fill Main St. with delectable aromas while you shop, and there’s always a sale around the corner. Main Street is a wonderful place to shop year ‘round for Christmas, birthdays or other special times in your life. The shop owners here strive to be unique, often displaying one-of-a-kind items that you won’t find anywhere else. Nautical brass, home decor, beach and weatherproof apparel, dazzling jewelry, locally-made wines and the latest in collectibles are just some of the many things you’ll find, with more discoveries just a shop away. Be sure to stop and shop in Depoe Bay, open for business 365 days a year with friendly behind the counters!

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DINING

DEPOE BAY Depoe Bay’s cozy, casual cafés and fine restaurants feature every cuisine, most with our bountiful fresh seafood as the centerpiece. Enjoy lavish buffets, order appetizing entrees, sample award-winning wines and dance to live music when the stars come out! Clam chowder, fish and chips and shrimp cocktails might be everyday offerings in other ports, but in Depoe Bay they’re made with special flair, turning these familiar foods into unforgettable feasts at any time of the day or night. Known as a “restaurant town,” Depoe Bay’s cafes, roadhouses, iconic restaurants and ethnic eateries usually feature freshcaught seafood as their lead item, but you’ll find the juiciest burgers, steaks and

barbecue here, as well. If your palate wants to wander the globe, take it to Depoe Bay, first, for delicious Chinese, Italian, Thai or Mexican dining. And if it’s pizza you want, Depoe Bay has that, too! While the town is known as a “quaint fishing village,” it boasts fine, upscale dining at a number of establishments where diners are met by white linens and candlelight. The nightlife is part of the fun, too. You’ll find wonderful live music on weekends, and the cozy lounges and taverns are a perfect place to relax by fireside. Our remarkable chefs simply won’t be outdone by anybody, except when it comes to the price. Depoe Bay is a diner’s delight, and a bargain by any standard!

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BUSINESS DIRECTORY A - D Affair Charters Box 552 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2545 Agate Beach Golf 4100 North Coast Hwy Newport 97365 541-265-7331 Ainslee’s Taffy P. O. Box 402 Lincoln City 97367 541-765-2431 866-765-2431 All Ways Traveling 2617 NE Holmes Rd. Lincoln City 97367 541-996-7474 800-984-4968 Alta Marea Shore 2673 34th Street SM 90405 310-452-1982 866-212-6489 Amigo Charters P. O. Box 141 Depoe Bay 97341 541-270-2416 541-270-1508 An Ocean Paradise WR P O Box 784 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-3455 Angel Cab P. O. Box 726 Depoe Bay 97341 541-921-7973 Angels Anonymous P. O. Box 554 Lincoln City 97367 541-992-4625 541-994-2651 At the Beach Real Estate 2035 NW Jetty Ave. Lincoln City 97367 541-994-1156 AZ Ray’s Photo Art Gallery 211 SW Hwy 101, Ste A Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2427 Barkhurst, Dave & Carole 55 Miroco St Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2669 Bayside Chapel P O Box 116 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2749 Beachcomber’s Haven P O Box 275 Gleneden Beach 97388 541-764-2252 800-428-5533 Bella Beach Cottage 1027 SW 62nd Lincoln City 97367 541-921-8885 800-667-7607 Bella Beach Property 24 Bella Beach Dr. Depoe Bay 97341 541-764-5700 866-994-7026 Beverly Beach State Park 198 NE 123rd St Newport 97365 541-265-4560 Big Mountain Coffee Co. P O Box 450 Depoe Bay 97341 541-764-2195 Blue Heaven LLC P. O. Box 784 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-3455 Blue Heron Gallery P. O. Box 89 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2441

Blue Pacific Vacation P O Box 5248 SA 97304 503-362-2965 877-459-3287 Bonepile BBQ P. O. Box 832 Newport 97465 541-765-3430 Bowman, Lee & Maxine P O Box 362 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-7769 Brill, John & Nedra 2410 NE 58th AVE. Portland 97213-4002 503-282-1393 Little Creek Apts. 365 NE 36th St, Apt., 4, Bldg #365 Newport 97365 541-254-9310 Brown, Jack & Maggie P O Box 899 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2633 Captains Quarters P. O. Box 1327 Depoe Bay 97341 503-320-7505 Cavalier Condominiums P O Box 58 Gleneden Beach 97388 541-764-2352 888-454-0880 Central Lincoln PUD P. O. Box 1126 Newport 97365 541-765-2967 Central Oregon Coast P O Box 2094 Newport 97365 541-265-2064 x 205 800-767-2064 Century Link P. O. Box 282 Gleneden Beach 97388 800-201-4099 Channel House P O Box 56 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2140 800-447-2140 Chinook Winds Casino 1777 NW 44th St Lincoln City 97367 541-996-5852 888-244-6665 City of Depoe Bay P O Box 8 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2361 Computer Maestros, LLC 531 N. Hwy 101 STE M Depoe Bay 97341 541-992-0459 Connors, Caro P O Box 1008 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-7726 Country Cousins P O Box 44 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2820 Crown Pacifiq Motels PO Box 1450 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-7773 Depoe Bay Chamber P O Box 21 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2889 877-485-8348 Depoe Bay Food Pantry P O Box 116 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2447

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BUSINESS DIRECTORY D - M Depoe Bay Liquor Store P. O. Box 393 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2317 Depoe Bay R.F.P.D. P O Box 280 Gleneden Beach 97388 541-764-2202 Depoe Bay Storage P. O. Box 158 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2353 Depoe Bay US Coast GD P O Box 97 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2124 Depoe Bay Winery P. O. Box 1492 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-3311 Depoe Baykery 3830 Hwy 101 Depoe Bay 97341 541-764-3553 Dockside Charters P. O. Box 552 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2545 800-733-8915 Emerald Coast Realty P. O. Box 340 WA 97394 541-765-3480 Engleman, Gerry P O Box 1032 Depoe Bay 97341 541-961-1363 Fenske, Dave & Bev 3430 Rocky Creek DR Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2532 Flying Dutchman Winery 915 1st St Otter Rock 97341 541-765-2553 Four Winds Motel P O Box 423 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2793 888-875-2936 Fuddy Duddy Fudge P O Box 767 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2878 877-765-2878 Gilliam. Ron & Mary P. O. Box 314 Depoe Bay 97341 208-484-2193 208-866-6729 Gracie’s Sea Hag P. O. Box 1006 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2734 Gray Coast Tax Services 600 NE Hwy 101 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-7565 Grey Whale Gifts P. O. Box 44 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2747 Hageman, Roy & Linda 325 SW Coast Ave Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-7755 Harbor at Depoe Bay P. O. Box 1277 Depoe Bay 97341 541-992-0724 Harbor Lights Inn P. O. Box 249 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2322

Hayes, Jim & Louise P O Box 83 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-4348 Hoitink, Skip & Cathie P. O. Box 1173 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2255 Holiday Hills Trailers 4875 N Hwy 101 Depoe Bay 97341 541-764-2430 Hough, Ed & Marge P O Box 633 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2181 Howard A. Adams P O Box 2045 Newport 97365 541-265-6959 Idea Print Works, Inc. 1218 NW Grove St Newport 97365 541-265-8277 Inn at Arch Rock P O Box 1516 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2560 800-767-1835 Inn at Otter Crest P. O. Box 1095 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2111 800-452-2101 Inn at Spanish Head 4009 SW Highway 101 Lincoln City 97367 Jack’s Steak n’ Seafood P. O. Box 1197 Depoe Bay 97341 541-764-4222 541-764-4223 Joan-E Gifts P O Box 388 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-3079 Keystone Vacation Rentals P. O. Box 4804 TU 97062 503-443-1414 800-708-5880 King, Jim & Jean P O Box 1216 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-4322 L.B. Thriftway 3950 N Hwy 101 Depoe Bay 97341 541-764-2314 L.C. Commissioners 225 W Olive St Rm 110 Newport 97365 541-265-4989 Little Whale Cove H.O.A. P O Box 49 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2489 Loon Lake RV 87220 Reynolds Drive Eugene 97402 541-599-2244 866-360-3116 Ludlum 2669 Golfview Ave. SU 97479 541-961-3509 Lynam, Barb & Bernie P O Box 1258 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-3445 Mariner Charters P. O. Boc 9 Depoe Bay 97341 541-270-6163

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BUSINESS DIRECTORY M - S Martin’s Trailer Harbor 12764 SE Nixon AVE. Ml 97223 541-765-2601 Mattila, A.J. P. O., Box 1225 Depoe Bay 97341 541-961-7742 Mazatlan Restaurant 221 S. Hwy 101 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-7661 Mo’s West 657 SW Bay Blvd Newport 97365 541-765-2442 Neighbors for Kids P O Box 942 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-8990 News Guard P O Box 848 Lincoln City 97367 541-994-2178 News Times P O Box 965 Newport 97365 541-265-8571 North Lincoln Sanitary 1726 SE Hwy 101 Lincoln City 97367 541-994-5555 Northwest Natural Gas . 1405 SW Hwy 101 Lincoln City 97367 541-994-2111 800-831-9194 O’Brien, Jack & Mimi P O Box 671 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2936 Olivia Beach Cottage 24 Bella Beach Dr. Depoe Bay 87341 541-764-5700 866-994-7026 Operation Care Package P. O. Box 1485 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2297 Oregon Beach Vacations 9600 SW Oak Street-380 Portland 97223 800-723-2383 Oregon Coast Comm. C. 400 SE College Way Newport 97366 5412-265-2283 541-265-3820 Oregon Coast Magazine 4869 Hwy 101 Florence 97439 541-997-8401 800-348-8401 x145 Oregon Coast Property 604 NE Hwy 101 Depoe Bay 97341 651-992-1661 Oregon Coast Today P O Box 962 Lincoln City 97367 541-921-2306 Oregon Shores Vacation 1116SW 51st Lincoln City 97367 541-994-8888 800-800-7108 Pacific Brass & Copper P O Box 301 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2626 Pacific Sea Lions P O Box 613 Gleneden Beach 97388 541-764-2430

Pacific West Ambulance 609 NW Coast ST. Newport 97365 541-265-3175 541-574-3175 Pana-Sea-ah B & B P. O. Box 46 Depoe Bay 97341 541-764-3368 866-829-3368 Paradise Gifts P O Box 44 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-3435 Pioneer Printing Inc. 231 N Coast Hwy Newport 97365 541-265-5242 800-895-5242 Pirate Coffee Company, P O Box 373 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-4373 888-393-6833 Purple Starfish Gifts P. O. Box 109 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2336 Remax Integrity P O Box 403 Depoe Bay 97341 541-921-0119 Reule, Cheryl E. P O Box 105 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2576 Richman, Clay & Tia 1590 SW Walking Wood Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-3460 Robison, Fred & Betty P O Box 202 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-4333 Rose, Karen Box 1384 Depoe Bay 97341 541-961-0458 Rosie’s Self Storage P O Box 1357 Depoe Bay 97341 541-764-3782 Rupert, Larry & Evelyne P. O. Box1493 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-3488 Salishan Resort P O Box 118 Gleneden Beach 97388 541-764-2371 800-452-2300 Samaritan Depoe Bay P O Box 1036 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-3265 Samaritan Pacific Health 930 SW Abby Newport 97391 541-5744898 Samson Whale Watching P. O. Box 1336 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2545 800-733-8915 Schaal, Robin P. O. Box 309 Otter Rock 97341 Sea & Sand RV Park 4985 N. Hwy 101 Depoe Bay 97341 541-764-2313 Seagull Haven P. O. Box 25 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-7620

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BUSINESS DIRECTORY S - W Seaview Bazaar P O Box 44 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2566 Silver Heron Gallery P. O. Box 109 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2886 Siskiyou Insurance P. O. Box 223 Lincoln City 97367 541-994-7771 Spouting Horn Rest. P O Box 88 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2261 Sprague, Roger & Linda P O Box 286 Lincoln City 97367 541-994-2651 Surfrider Resort 3115 NW Hwy 101 Depoe Bay 97341 541-764-2311 800-662-2378 Taclebuster Sportfishing 340 Cliff Street Depoe Bay 97341 541-270-1223 800-445-8730 T & L Septic Services P. O. Box 294 Lincoln City 97367 541-994-9950 TCB Security Services 437 NE 1st Newport 97365 Thalman, Terri 2320 NW Edenview Way Newport 97365 The Local Pages 4910 Amelia Earhart DR. SL 84116 541-505-2532 801-963-0864 Things Rich and Strange P. O. Box 537 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2725 Tidal Raves P.O. Box 929 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2995 Tide Pool Pub P. O. Box 372 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-4346 Tommy Mack Organization P. O. Box 27 Depoe Bay 97341 510-846-8037 877-792-8630 Tomâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hair Place 40 Marion Lane Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2464 Tradewinds Charters P O Box 123 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2345 800-445-8730 Trent, Bruce & Barbara 35 Mallard Dr. R-NY 12148 541-765-8943 Trollers Lodge & V.R. P O Box 800 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2287 800-472-9335 USANA 275 SW Coast Ave. Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-8962

Vacasa Rentals 4440 SW Corbett Portland 97239 503-345-9399 Wade J. Woodmark FD P. O. Box 109 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2259 541-765-2886 Walters, Beverly P O Box 114 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-8992 Wave Broadband P. O. Box 367 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2130 Columbia Bank P O Box 991 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2356 800-895-3345 Whale Cove Inn P. O. Box 56 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-4300 Whale Research EcoEx. 560 Bushnell Lane Eugene 97404 541-912-7634 Whales Tail LLC 3360 N. Hwy 101 #4 Depoe Bay 97341 541-921-1323 Whale Vista 107 SW Hooker ST Portland 97201 541-410-1062 Whale Watch Center P O Box 703 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-3304 Whistle Stop P.O. Box 506 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2929 Wild Woman Creations P O Box 1357 Depoe Bay 97341 541-921-0759 Wing Wa Restaurant P O Box 126 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-2288 World Mark, Depoe Bay P O Box 1255 Depoe Bay 97341 541-765-7600

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