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First phase of Pacific City Skatepark to open for skaters on Friday, May 28 Defensible space hailed as defense against possible wildfires With an unusually dry spring and little rain expected as the area moves into the summer, the Nestucca Rural Fire Protection District, together with the Oregon State Fire Marshal and Oregon Department of Forestry, is urging extreme caution when it comes to the potential for wildfires and the havoc they can play on communities. “Last year, we were very fortunate that we didn’t have one of the fires (threaten here in South Tillamook County),” said Fire Chief James Oeder. “Some of the areas that concerns me is some of the area in Pacific City where beach grass is right up next to houses — (particularly those with) cedar shakes and roofs.” He also noted that it could be a very active wildland fire season due to the lack of precipitation. “With the weather predictions we are seeing and with the whole state being classified as being in a drought — and that includes all of the coast — the bottom line is it’s drying out tremendously fast,” Oeder added. “We’re not seeing the amount of rain we need for saturating the ground, and how low rivers are already is not a good indication.” With that in mind, Nestucca Fire is focusing on the importance of defensible space around homes, a prevention technique that is billed as an important tool in saving homes should a wildfire
threaten a housing development. There are several ways to do this says the state’s fire marshal office. These include clearing roofs and gutters of dead leaves, debris, and pine needles that could catch embers. As well, it is recommended that homeowners ensure their roof is in good repair and make an effort to move any flammable material away from exterior walls. Examples of flammable material includes mulch, flammable plants, leaves and needles, and firewood piles. The fire marshal’s office also says it’s important to remove anything stored underneath decks or porches and to give homes a non-combustible area where a fire in the landscape cannot reach the home. They say it’s important to strive for a 5-foot perimeter. Another source of fuel for fires is grass. Because of this, the recommendation is to keep lawns and native grasses mowed to a height of four inches. Finally, the fire marshal’s office recommends removing ladder fuels (vegetation under trees) so a surface fire cannot reach the crowns. Another part of this suggestions suggests pruning trees up to 6 to 10 feet from the ground; shorter trees do not exceed 1/3 of the overall tree height. “Without having defensible space around your home, all it would take is someone walking down the road and throwing a cigarette out or driving down the road and having hot sparks come out of
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their car’s catalytic converter,” Oeder said. “These are enough to start grass on fire.” The fire department is also doing their part to prepare. “We’re ramping up to do even more wildland fire training than we normally would do,” Oeder added. Those efforts will include a live burning exercise designed to teach firefighters how to advance around hand lines during fires. For more tips on how to create a defensible space around your home, visit: https://www. oregon.gov/osp/programs/sfm/Pages/WildlandUrban-Interface.aspx. Additional wildfire preparedness and prevention information is also available at the websites for Keep Oregon Green at https://keeporegongreen.org/, the Oregon Department of Forestry’s restrictions map at https://www.oregon.gov/odf/fire/Pages/ fireprevention.aspx, OSU’s new Fire Program at https://extension.oregonstate.edu/fire-program and OSU’s Oregon Wildfire Risk Explorer tool at https://oregonexplorer.info/topics/wildfirerisk?ptopic=62. Nestucca Fire also has printed material available at their Hebo station that details safe ways to get rid of debris and ways to develop defensible spaces around homes.
Following what many have described as a tumultuous 2020 election cycle, the two leaders of Tillamook’s Republican and Democratic Central Committees put their heads together to share their concerns for how negatively divisiveness impacts our society, our communities and our ability to work together to solve the very real problems we face. Tillamook County Republican Central Committee (TCRCC) Chair Mike Sears and Tillamook County Democratic Central Committee (TCDCC) Chair Fred Bassett reached out to Tillamook County Commissioner Mary Faith Bell for an idea on a project that both parties could work on together for the betterment of the county. Commissioner Bell suggested a beach cleanup event for the South Tillamook County community of Tierra Del Mar, which has had its share of difficulties during the past year. With that idea, the Bridge the Gap Beach Cleanup was born. It will occur beginning at 10 a.m., on Tuesday, June 1, the day immediately following Memorial Day Weekend. Both Bassett and Sears expressed concerns over how the divisiveness and angry rhetoric of the past several months have overshadowed the fact that residents of Tillamook County have a long history of working together — regardless of political differences — whenever there’s a clear need. With any threat, like the fires last fall or the county’s perpetual floods, community members come out to support those most in danger or most affected. “People work side-by-side to clear debris, sandbag buildings or deliver food to those in need,” Bassett said, “and no one asks or cares how the person working next to you voted.” According to organizers, the Bridge the Gap Beach Cleanup is intended to reinvigorate that spirit and to remind the community at large of the fact that this energy of common concern and action is an integral part of what makes Tillamook County the special place it is. Everyone, regardless of political persuasion, is invited to participate. Bags will be provided and Sears has committed to haul the refuse to the transfer station. Tillamook County will waive the transfer station fees for refuse from the cleanup. Those attending are urged to bring gloves and to wear appropriate clothing for the unpredictable Oregon Coast weather. Parking for those participating will be available along Sand Lake Road at the south end of Tierra Del Mar, past the last residence. A central gathering and information station will be designated by an American Flag in that area of Sand Lake Road. This is also the area where disposal bags will be collected. Participants are urged to not block driveways or trespass on private property to approach the beach. For more information, please contact TCDCC Chair Fred Bassett at 503-8129141, or TCRCC Chair Mike Sears at 503-965-7736. Information about the event is posted on the TCRCC website at tillamookgop.org, and on the TCDCC website at tillcodems.org. Join the fun and help Tillamook County Republicans and Democrats “bridge the gap.”
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Governor Kate Brown annoucned on March 18 that Benton, Deschutes, Hood River, Lincoln, and Washington counties are leading the state in vaccinating their residents to protect them against COVID-19, and are eligible to move to the Lower Risk level in the state’s risk level framework on Friday, May 21. As of May 17, all five counties had vaccinated more than 65 precent of residents 16 or older with at least one dose. All five counties have also submitted equity plans to OHA. Tillamook County is not far behind with 59.3 percent vaccinated as of May 20. “Vaccines protect you, and they protect everyone around you. It’s going to take all of us working together to make sure enough Oregonians are vaccinated to stop the spread of COVID-19 in our communities and end this pandemic,” said Governor Brown. “I’d like to thank everyone in these counties, particularly their outstanding public health officials, health care workers, and volunteers who have led the way in making sure their communities are protected against COVID-19.” On May 11, Governor Brown announced that counties that vaccinate at least 65 percent of their residents 16 or older with at least one dose and submit documentation on how they will close equity gaps in their vaccination efforts are eligible to move to the Lower Risk level. County eligibility for Lower Risk based on vaccination rates will be assessed weekly. County movements based on COVID-19 infection and positivity rates will continue to be announced every two weeks. During the week of May 24-28, all counties will be eligible to move based on vaccination rates or on infection and positivity rates. The next risk level changes will be announced on Tuesday, May 25, to take effect on Friday, May 28. When Oregon achieves a first dose 70 precent statewide vaccination rate for residents 16 or older, Oregon will lift all risk level health and safety restrictions. Some restrictions based on
CDC guidance for use of masks and physical distancing may remain in place. MASK GUIDANCE REVISED Oregon Health Authority (OHA) released updated guidance about mask and physical distancing requirements for individuals fully vaccinated against COVID-19 on May 18. Now people who are fully vaccinated will no longer be required to wear a mask indoors, in most public settings where vaccination status is checked. In public settings where vaccination status is not checked, masks will still be required. Businesses and venue operators remain free to establish their own, more restrictive policies regarding mask usage. CASES DECLINE, DEATHS ON RISE The Oregon Health Authority’s COVID-19 Weekly Report, released May 19, shows decreases in daily cases and increases in hospitalizations and deaths from the previous week. OHA reported 4,108 new daily cases of COVID-19 during the week of Monday, May 10, through Sunday, May 16. That represents a 16 percent decrease from the previous week. New COVID-19 related hospitalizations rose to 265, up from 245 the previous week. Reported COVID-19 related deaths rose to 57, up from 31 the prior week — the highest weekly death toll in 10 weeks. There were 103,155 tests for COVID-19 for the week of May 9 through May 15 — a 7 pecent decrease from last week. The percentage of positive tests rose from 6.1 percent to 6.4 percent. People 70 years of age and older have accounted for 38 percent of COVID-19 related hospitalizations and 75% of COVID-19 related deaths. May 19’s COVID-19 Weekly Outbreak Report shows 40 active COVID-19 outbreaks in senior living communities and congregate living settings, with three or more confirmed cases and one or more COVID-19 related deaths.
Second round of COVID-19 federal economic relief will be available for marine-related and coastal fishery sectors Building upon prior efforts authorized in 2020, NOAA Fisheries announced the allocation of additional fisheries assistance funding provided under the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021. This follows the completion of Oregon’s distribution process from relief funds provided in the first round of the CARES act, which resulted in payments totaling about $18 million to marine-related and coastal fishery businesses. This total included $2.5 million provided by the State of Oregon. The federal allocation to Oregon for round two totals $13 million. ODFW will continue to act as the lead State agency to coordinate distribution of this federal aid. Eligibility criteria will be similar to round one, and will include commercial fishing businesses, charter/for-hire fishing businesses, qualified aquaculture operations, processors, and other fishery-related businesses. It does not include businesses farther down the supply chain (including vessel repair businesses, restaurants, or seafood retailers), though these businesses may be eligible for other federal aid.
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Tribal fisheries will also be eligible for CARES Act aid but through another allocation and process not coordinated by ODFW. Oregon must first develop a spending plan for approval by NOAA Fisheries. “This spending plan will build upon the plan used in round one, with improvements to streamline the process and address some eligibility problems identified in round one,” said Chris Kern, ODFW Fish Division Deputy Administrator. ODFW will host a public virtual meeting in the near future to gather feedback and address questions and concerns. The meeting date and time will be announced via a later news release. ODFW’s CARES webpage at dfw.state. or.us/fish/CARES/index.asp will also be updated as more information becomes available. Those who are interested in learning more about this funding are encouraged to subscribe to the page to receive email updates. Additional information will also be posted at psmfc.org as it becomes available. Questions and concerns can also be sent to ODFW.CARESact@odfw.oregon.gov
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State Park officials offer campfire safety tips Many people enjoy a campfire because it evokes memories of past camping trips with family and friends. They sit around the fire and talk, laugh and enjoy the company. The warmth of the moments rivals the heat from the campfire. But because danger lurks, too, Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is asking those lighting a fire to consider ways to build a safe campfire as they start summer camping (or beachgoing) preparations. Also, people should keep in mind that the drier than normal spring weather is a concern for Oregon and the West. Making sure to research conditions for the area near where you’re camping before heading out is a good idea. Fire restrictions may be in place at the park, county or state level. At https://stateparks.oregon.gov, OPRD will post the latest information about campfires in state parks. “Regularly reviewing campfire safety practices, even if you’re a seasoned camper, is a good habit,” said Chris Havel, associate director of Oregon Parks and Recreation Department. “It’s especially important if you’re camping with children or folks that are learning about responsible outdoor recreation. If you have a question or a concern, talk with a park ranger or camp host.” OPRD offers the following tips for a safe and enjoyable campfire, and to continue the tradition of great camping memories for everyone. • At the beach, campfires should be on open sand and away from driftwood or vegetation. Slowly pour water on your beach fire to put it out. Don’t pour the water too quickly because hot sand can fly up and hit anyone nearby. Also, don’t use sand to put out a beach fire. Covering the fire with sand will insulate the coals, keeping them hot enough to burn someone hours or even days later. • Maintain campfire flames at knee height, or roughly two feet high.
A smaller flame helps prevent ash and embers from rising into the trees or dry vegetation. If you see the wind stirring up embers, play it safe and put the fire out. • Only build campfires in the existing fire ring in your campsite. Fire rings are placed in areas with buffer zones and away from vegetation. • Always keep plenty of water nearby so you can use it to safely put out the campfire. Drown the flames with water and carefully stir the embers to make sure everything is wet. The stirring step is important: ash and wood debris often maintain heat and embers unless they are drowned out. • For propane fire rings, follow the same safety precautions you would with a log-based campfire. The use of propane fire rings may vary statewide, depending on local conditions. • Make sure everyone in your campsite is familiar with campfire safety, including children. Always keep an eye on your campfire; many accidental fires are started because campers left their fire unattended for “just a minute.” • During May, the Oregon Department of Forestry, the Oregon Office of State Fire Marshal, the Office of Emergency Management, Keep Oregon Green, the U.S. Forest Service, OPRD and other federal, state and local emergency and response agencies are promoting programs and messages encouraging the public to work together in their local communities to prevent the risk of wildfire. Information about recreation and wildfire safety is at keeporegongreen.org. Recreation seekers can visit stateparks.oregon. gov for information about Oregon State Parks.
ODFW announces bag limit reduction for sport bottomfish Effective Monday, May 10 Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife reduced the general marine bag limit from six to five fish per angler per day for sport bottomfish. The sub-bag limit of one China, copper, or quillback rockfish remains in place. ODFW says the change reduces the risk of early closure or more severe restrictions later this summer in the sport bottomfish season. The sport bottomfish effort this spring is higher than in any prior year, continuing a trend from last summer. In 2020, following a spring
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TPUD selects Veek-Petersen for College Work Program Tillamook PUD recently announced Sage Veek- Petersen has been selected by the Tillamook PUD Board of Directors for its 2021 College Work Program. A senior at Tillamook High School where TPUD says she excels academically, Sage is a member of the National Honors Society, and, over the years, has participated in a variety of extracurricular activities both at school and within the community. She is a leader within her school and has served as the Associated Student Body (ASB) Vice- President, President of the Tillamook High School Symphonic and Pep Band, and as the head editor of the Tillamook High School Videography. As an athlete, Sage has participated in the varsity tennis and varsity volleyball team, holding the role of captain on both teams. In addition, Sage is the captain of the Tillamook Volleyball Club team and a member of the Tillamook High School Golf team. She dedicates her time to volunteer
opportunities as well, assisting the Tillamook Food Bank and with the annual Tillamook High School Charity Drive for Doernbecher Children’s Hospital. Sage also actively serves the community as President of the Kiwanis Key Club. She will be attending the University of Oregon this fall with plans to study business. Tillamook PUD has offered the College Work Program to Tillamook County students pursuing further education since 1965. Since its inception, a total of 62 students have been selected to participate in the program. This year the Board of Directors had the opportunity to interview four outstanding local High School students. During the selection process, the Board evaluates applicants based upon several factors including academics, leadership abilities, and future goals. Selected students work during summer and school breaks throughout the year. Sage will work for a term of four years. Travis Bennett, a senior from Neah-Kah-Nie High School, was selected as an alternate for the 2021 year.
CARE-A-Thon to fund poverty fighting services Community Action Resource Enterprises, Inc., is entering the final days of its CARE-AThon annual spring fundraiser event to “Knock Out” Poverty, but they say there is still plenty of time to get involved. “Right now, we are only about one-third of the way to reaching our goal of raising $30,000 for poverty fighting services in Tillamook County,” says Peter Starkey, executive director at CARE. “But I know there are a lot of teams and individuals out there working hard to support CARE, and I believe that this community’s generosity will once again come through for our friends and neighbors experiencing poverty and homelessness.” To register or to learn more about the 2021 CARE-A-Thon, visit the CARE website at careinc.org/donate. The CARE-A-Thon is an outdoor event that can be completed individually or in small groups or teams. It is based on the jog-a-thon/ walk-a-thon concept where participants will raise money by running or walking either a full marathon or half-marathon. It launched on May 1, providing participants a chance to complete a marathon by simply walking or running 1-mile a day before the event closes on May 27. The idea is to get outside, have some fun and get fit, all while raising money for a good cause. The hope is that this event will transform into a family-friendly outdoor event each spring that will bring Tillamook County together to fight poverty in the community.
“During the pandemic, even though we are not all able to come together in one place like we did during the Bowl-A-Thon, we are introducing some fun new elements this year through our Facebook page,” Starkey said. “Like us on Facebook @TillamookCARE and you will find me sharing my experience walking my miles with different members of the community. So far, I have walked with (Tillamook County) Commissioner Erin Skaar, Mis Carlson-Swanson from the Food Bank, the Tillamook Rotary Club and Gail Nelson from the Rinehart Clinic, with more coming soon. I am so grateful for their support and am pleased to highlight the good work they are doing in the community.” Those that would like to walk a mile with Peter can call the CARE offices at 503-8425261. There will also be one live event on the last day of the challenge on Thursday, May 27 at 8 p.m., where participants are invited to Run the Final Mile with CARE. This event will take place starting at the CARE offices, and will go out to Goodspeed Park and back, affording a view of CARE’s micro shelter village along the way. This event will also be available via livestream. Participants can register for the CARE-A-Thon any time up to this final event by visiting CAREinc.org/donate. To learn more about CARE visit their website at CAREinc.org and like them on Facebook @ TillamookCARE or call the organization at 503842-5261.
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Parking Management Solutions for Pacific City | Woods During 2021 Peak Season The What, The When and The Why By Brook Wyntergreen, Destination Manager, South Tillamook County Just in: the 2021 Q1 Transient Lodging Tax (TLT) revenue collected by Tillamook County reports 135% increase from 2020 Q1 and even still a 108% increase from 2019 Q1 (preCOVID 19). Visitors are coming to Tillamook County, staying for longer periods of time, and “peak season” is expanding its range. Local grocery stores, gas stations, maintenance and supply stores, short-term rentals, and other small businesses are profiting from this growth. The County is actively and The Cape Kiwanda Parking Lot and PC Turnaround Pay Stations conscientiously counteracting this have been generating steady and predictable revenue since instalincreased demand on infrastructure, lation in March 2021. built facilities, and population management with a thoughtful and additional shuttle bus to increase frequency of measured long-term master plan. This column stops, and extended routes that now include focuses on the strategies developed for South Tierra del Mar all the way to north to Sitka Tillamook County. Sedge and south through Pacific City ending at Roger Avenue. Tillamook County adopted the Pacific City | Woods Parking Management Plan (PMP) in October 2019 • A 2020 Trash compactor and recycling program to merge the recommended elements of the 2016 was implemented at the Cape Kiwanda (CK) lot. Cape Kiwanda Master Plan into a comprehensive In 2021, the program increased capacity and guiding document for implementation. The PMP frequency of trash collection by upgrading from is a phased approach, spanning the next twenty a 1-1/2 yd to a 4 yd container and collecting years, and was set up to create a separate and trash three (3) times per week starting earlier in symbiotic revenue stream to the TLT to mitigate the year versus just peak season. the demands of South County’s growing visitors. • In addition to the two pay stations at CK Lot By March 2020, a Parking Advisory Committee and PC Turnaround, installed in March 2021, a (PAC) was born from the PMP, meeting monthly second pay station is being added to the CK lot (with more frequent meetings in the summer) to as well as security cameras and signage. discuss strategies for implementation and create • Parking Ambassadors for the CK Lot will be opportunities for a successful approach. added summer of 2021. Through both paid Big things have already happened in South and volunteer ambassadors, the parking lot County with designated TLT and PMP dollars, but will be patrolled during high-traffic hours to some might question, “Why not more and why not encourage folks to purchase parking passes and sooner?” Here is why: also to serve as a resource for information on The BIG things: overflow parking and other areas of interest in the surrounding area in an attempt to disperse • The purchase of Faye Jensen’s 6-acre oceanfront crowds. property this spring 2021 – once developed, will provide an opportunity for additional • Temporary Digital Signage is being placed at parking beyond the Cape Kiwanda (CK) lot and the CK Lot, PC Turnaround, Tierra del Mar, and will help to disperse crowds and drive more Neskowin during summer 2021 to help direct visitors towards downtown local businesses. The traffic and provide safety messages for the property was purchased with TLT funds. areas. • Installation of pay stations at the CK lot and • A “How to get around resource” will be the PC Turnaround – the projected revenues distributed to visitors, directing them to from these pay stations will be spent on overflow parking lots and RV / Trailer parking to the strategies outlined in the PMP and Cape the Sunset Drive Boat Launch. Kiwanda Master Plan. • The Pacific City Wayfinding Plan for Phase I In the next 1-5 years, the County will develop and build-out its major assets in PC|Woods:
The County has multiple assets in Pacific City | Woods that will disperse crowds; improve traffic circulation; stimulate the local business economy; and facilities that will service the needs of visitors and locals. • Prioritization of these County Assets: The eight (8) strategies of the Master Plan / PMP, which now include the Jensen Property, deserve a coordinated and well executed plan that anticipates South County’s growth over the next twenty plus years. The culminated design of these strategies will result in an integrated system of County assets to make Pacific City | Woods a resilient community that can afford the demands of its visitors and also support and protect its natural areas and local population. Through a public request for proposal (RFP) released in early 2021, the County has engaged and is currently in contract negotiations with a consultant team of engineers and architects to prioritize and design the Pacific City | Woods County Assets. These strategies include: 1. Reconstructing the Cape Kiwanda Parking Lot 2. Replacing the Cape Kiwanda Parking Lot Restrooms 3. Upgrading the Cape Kiwanda Parking Lot Garbage and Recycling Facilities 4. Constructing the Cape Kiwanda Drive Multi Use Path 5. Relocating Webb Park 6. Improving parking shuttle services 7. Completing development of the Nestucca Valley Community Alliance (NVCA) Lot 8. Developing the Jensen Property The County is excited to engage with the community in an inclusive public process. The Scope of Work within the RFP outlines multiple town halls for community input and idea generation. Parking Management Solutions that are in place for Peak Season 2021: While the results of the RFP are carefully being designed and rolled out, Tillamook County and the Pacific City | Woods PAC are diligently working to bring temporary solutions for this summer’s high demand. They have completed the following projects from the Master Plan and the PMP and are continuously adding components as more funding and construction timing allows: • The free PC Parking Shuttle, operated by the Tillamook County Transportation District, ran for its second year during summer 2020 with uninterrupted demand despite COVID 19. For summer 2021, the PC Shuttle hours of operation will be increased by 33%; adding a day of service every week, a longer season from Memorial Weekend through Labor Day, an
Brooten Road was officially approved in 2020. Anticipating funding approval, fabrication and installation of signage will begin in the fall of 2021.
The parking management efforts outlined in this article are many, with varying durations of implementation and coordination. Each plays a critical role and interacts with the other in a meaningful way that once complete will provide Pacific City | Woods with a well-managed plan to keep the community safe, beautiful, and thriving. --We will be sharing South County destination management news each month in the Pacific City Sun. The topics covered and uncovered in this monthly column are written with an objective to illuminate the critical role of destination management for South Tillamook County. Below are key definitions. Sustainable tourism can be defined by three words: people, place and profit. It is tourism that takes full account for its social and environmental impacts, as well as current and future economic benefits. The goal of sustainable tourism is to ensure that development is a positive experience for both local residents and the visitors. For South County locals, this means enjoying a thriving community; jobs for hundreds of people; places to gather and connect with neighbors; and protection of natural resources, all with an emphasis on minimal impact and a call for stewardship. That’s the ideal, of course, but it requires commitment from municipalities, the tourism industry and the community to make responsible decisions that protect people, place and profit. And it takes an understanding from the visitors that sustainable tourism is important to the community. Sustainable tourism leads to the definition of destination management: it is about coordinating actions with the goal of controlling the economic, socio-cultural and environmental dimensions of a specific tourism region, which is carried out by local authorities and tourism stakeholders in partnership, following principles of good governance. It considers all the elements that make up a tourism destination, including local residents, businesses, attractions, amenities, access and messaging. Destination management does not mean inviting more visitors – it means effectively managing those who have already arrived. --For more updates, please visit the website at https://tillamookcoast.com/southcounty and our Facebook page: South County Destination Management. Questions? Contact Brook Wyntergreen at brook@tillamookcoast.com
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A Path to the Edge Realigned fence provides greater access to scenic vistas at Cape Kiwanda By TIM HIRSCH of the Sun
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“It is just a spectacular spot to observe migrating whales and orcas,” Jason Elkins, park manager of Cape Lookout State Park unit, which includes Cape Kiwanda. And to the north, the viewpoint now gets close enough to the edge — but still with a measure of safety — to see the waters below as well as the sea caves beyond. In an interview with the Sun, OPRD associate director Chris Havel said the intent was to offer people THE NEW FENCE ALIGNMENT at Cape Kiwanda’s headlands the views they desire gives visitors access to sweeping views while also keeping without them risking them safe. Pictured above (l-r) are Chris Havel, associate director of Oregon Parks and Recreation Department and Jason their lives unduly. Elkins, park manager of Cape Lookout State Park. It was also built out of a recognition that the prior fence didn’t sands or overhead hazards and also long-term provide much of a barrier to those wanting to sustainability of the fence,” he said. cross to see the sights, particularly when those One impetus for the change was an outcry same visitors didn’t see or weren’t aware of a after several people lost their lives at the Cape hazard. by putting themselves in harm’s way. After a “We heard pretty consistently that moving well-attended community meeting organized the fence was one way to sort of have your by former Oregon Sen. Arnie Roblan in March cake and eat it, too, 2016, more meetings, conversations and because the reason potential solutions were people (went) past put forward — including that fence is not an adjusted fence out of a willful alignment. disregard of rules,” “(For this) fence and Havel said. “It’s (for) what prompted because they can’t us to add a seasonal see a hazard from ranger and prompted (where they stood), us to change the rules but they know there for driving here on the are attractions. beach and prompted us You can rationalize to move the fence, it’s moving through a that dance of constantly fence that’s very looking for ways to obviously designed get the park working to not be a real so that it provides the significant barrier.” experience and protects the place,” Havel said. The changes “Because people are constantly changing, made represent a our understanding as managers is constantly variety of factors Photos by Tim Hirsch changing. It would have been very easy to according to Elkins. close this and just say, ‘we don’t know how “Different factors were (taken into to fix it, we can’t fix it, we’re going to protect consideration such as) safety, the stability people and not provide the experience.’” of the area and sluffing cliff edges, shifting But that’s not the way OPRD operates, nor
does it fit in our mission, he said. One of the biggest challenges in completing the project was simply getting the materials up the Cape. A number of strategies were looked at, but, in the end, about 250 posts were hauled up one by one by OPRD’s work crew — an in-custody crew from the South Fork Forest Camp, which began working on the project in April. “It’s been a little bit of a challenge to get materials up here,” Elkins said. “We looked at a few different (methods, but), essentially, the work crew has been manually packing it up.” The fence has gone through different configurations since the area became a state park in 1973, and the elements and crumbly sandstone have –Jason Elkins made past attempts difficult to maintain. The new fence uses the same kinds of hardy wooden posts used in vineyards and for growing hops, with coated, nonreflective chain link covering the spaces under the rails. “We want visitors to enjoy better views without being tempted to cross a fence,” Elkins said.
We want visitors to enjoy better views without being tempted to cross a fence.
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CAC to discuss beach access, wayfinding, more on June 5 The Pacific City/Woods Citizens Advisory Committee will hold their next meeting on Saturday, June 5, 10 a.m. at Kiawanda Community Center, 34600 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. Agenda items include an update on recent land-use permit requests, the Kingfisher Apartments, beach access, parking, Tsunami Wayfinding Committee, and other items. For more information, visit pcwoodscac. org.
Pacific City/Woods PAC to meet via Zoom on May 26 The Pacific City/Woods Parking Advisory Committee has scheduled a meeting for Wednesday, May 26, 1-3 p.m., that will be conducted via the Zoom platform. Though the agenda had yet to be released as of press time, topics of discussion at past events have included reviewing strategies on vehicle beach access, the pay-to-park plan, a wayfinding program, roadway improvements, bicycle and pedestrian facilities, stakeholder outreach, shuttle service, restrooms and more. To access the meeting, the public can visit https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8263627 1523?pwd=S3NBcGtTYXVwb1k3cDlW WUFtK3Q5dz09 (Meeting ID: 826 3627 1523; Passcode: 345999).
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Blessing of the Fleet to signal start of fishing season with prayers, music, and flowers on June 5 By TIM HIRSCH of the Sun In a celebration of Pacific City’s storied dory fleet, the community is invited to the Pacific City Dorymen’s Association’s annual Blessing of the Fleet celebration on Saturday, June 5, an event meant to honor the fishing tradition’s past and pray blessings over the future. In a world where events are just now returning to the calendar, the Dorymen’s Association is one of the first to bring back an area event that holds a close place in the community’s heart. “This year’s been a tough year for everyone so it’s nice that we can hopefully get back to a little bit of normal,” said event organizer Randy Haltiner. “It’s a nice event for the community.” The time-honored tradition of blessing dorymen — and women — fishing off Pacific City’s coastline will start at noon, but boats are expected to begin lining the beach at 11 a.m. The Blessing has become an annual tradition that pays homage to those fishing the waters off of Cape Kiwanda and offers an opportunity for the community to gather together and show their support for those venturing out for catches from the deep. To help send off ocean fishing enthusiasts at this unofficial start of the season, the event will feature prayers offered up by local pastors. Music, too, will be a big part of the celebration as Leslie Griffith is set to return to belt out the National Anthem. At press time additional musical performers were being sought but had not been confirmed The event also serves as a chance to remember those who have passed on in the past year during a “Ringing of the Bell” portion of the agenda. “It’s meaningful for everyone — especially the chills you get from hearing the National Anthem,” Haltiner added about the event. For more information about the Pacific City Dorymen’s Association, visit pcdorymen.com.
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THE PACIFIC CITY SKATEPARK’S first phase will open to the public on Friday, May 28 after a small opening ceremony.
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First phase of Pacific City Skate Park to open for skaters on Friday, May 28 By TIM HIRSCH of the Sun Skaters will have a new place to fly come Friday, May 28 when the Pacific City Skatepark opens to the public. The opening will be heralded in with a small ceremony due to concerns surrounding the ongoing pandemic. And, following that, the welcome mat will be rolled out for skateboarders wanting to try the approximately Above, skater Kevin 4,000 square foot Kowalski demos the new structure. Photo by Kelly Lagula skatepark. Below, NVCA A project of the president is all smiles about Nestucca Valley the pending opening. Community Alliance, this first phase of the skatepark is valued at approximately $200,000, which was paid for with funds raised by the Cape Kiwanda Longboard Classic together with numerous in-kind donations. Those donations included contributions from Dreamland, Central Coast Ready Mix, NVCA, Moment and Ben and Jeff’s. An eventual phase two will add another 2,700 square feet. The opportunities for play are numerous — from the skateboard Photo by Tim Hirsch bowl to the site specific It’s a safe, healthy activity for everybody — — and skateable — wave and dory boat features. Add it all up and especially youth. Our hope is that everyone will see the value that this will bring to the new home for skaters has something for our community, not only for locals but for nearly all tastes. visitors.” “Obviously, there’s a significant bowl, Built by Dreamland Skateparks, who but the unique features are the wave, which contributed significant in-kind work, the is skateable, and the dory, which is also timeline of building the facility, which skateable,” said Lisa Macy-Baker, president began in December, of NVCA. was actually moved Macy-Baker said she’s up in part because of excited about not only conditions that the what the park will mean pandemic created. for the skateboarding and “Dreamland was BMX bikers, but also for here and available,” the community as a whole. Macy-Baker said. “It’s an outdoor “They weren’t traveling recreation facility that’s building skateparks.” available to everybody and And as a result, they accessible to everybody put in the time to give that doesn’t necessarily skaters a place they have involve the beach,” she long waited for — their said. “That’s been the –Lisa Macy-Baker own park to soar in. whole idea behind this “I think excitement is park — to have recreation very high,” Macy-Baker facilities, outdoor said. “It’s been a long time coming. It’s a recreation facilities that aren’t just about the feel-good project. It’s been such a labor of beach. Recreation is good for the community. love.” It improves the health of the community.
Excitement is very high. It’s been a long time coming. It’s been such a labor of love.
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Aufdermauer celebrates 10 years as Tillamook Chamber executive director The Tillamook Area Chamber of Commerce of a decade ago may well be unrecognizable to its modern-day self. With a more accessible headquarters, more members and a stronger reputation within the community, the organization has changed significantly since 2011. Past and present Chamber board members say that executive director Justin Aufdermauer is the mastermind behind those changes. “When he started, the Chamber wasn’t doing very well,” said Whitey Forsman, a former Chamber board member who worked with Aufdermauer for 8 years. “Justin put a strategic plan together and followed it. And it proved successful.” Last month marked Aufdermauer’s 10th year TILLAMOOK AREA CHAMBER president Justin in the Chamber’s top Aufdermauer recently celebrated ten years leadership position. In that serving the organization. time, he has moved the Chamber headquarters, to move Chamber headquarters to a more built stronger relationships prominent spot in Downtown Tillamook. with business and community partners, and “The Creamery approached us as they were provided a face for Tillamook County on expanding and worked closely with us to regional and state boards. relocate. It was really a great opportunity for “I think people now see the Chamber as us to find a downtown location that afforded informed and educational. They appreciate us an opportunity to still accommodate what the Chamber does for our businesses visitors while becoming more engaged with a and for our community. Justin has been the broader part of the community,” Aufdermauer one that’s driving all of that. He has elevated said. the Chamber in that way,” said Lisa Greiner, Aufdermauer’s talents and competitive president of the Chamber board of directors. nature fuel daily improvements that benefit When Aufdermauer started at the Chamber, Chamber members and the community at the organization’s headquarters was based in large, Forsman said. the Tillamook County Creamery Association “Justin wants the Chamber to be the best parking lot as a visitor center. The Chamber it can be for the community, to always be had significantly fewer members, and it better than it was yesterday,” Greiner said. focused more on tourism and visitor relations “He thinks about problems from 360 degrees. than the community, he said. He has an organizational thought process, A car salesman with Tillamook Ford who and he understands that there is a need for the was serving in a number of community people to be involved and informed. He just leadership roles at the time, Aufdermauer gets what the Chamber is here to do: build applied for the job because he saw it as an community.” opportunity to “spend my career” doing Since starting at the Chamber, Aufdermauer something he loved: positively influencing has shifted his board service from local his hometown by being involved in the organizations to state and regional groups. community. He serves on boards for the Oregon State Forsman said the new director added Chamber of Commerce, Oregon Destination “credibility” to the Chamber. He was a lifeAssociation and Oregon Coast Visitors long local resident who knew the community Association, among other boards. Those well and truly cared about it. positions allow Aufdermauer to represent “Justin walks the walk and talks the talk,” Tillamook at the regional and state levels, Forsman said. which have not historically featured a local Aufdermauer brought his community voice for the community. connections from groups like Kiwanis and “Ten years ago, the Chamber had reached the Tillamook Revitalization Association to a point where it wasn’t supporting businesses the Chamber with him. He built upon those and building community like it should. Me, relationships to grow partnerships with the the board and my staff have been able to fill Creamery, the City of Tillamook and others, that void successfully,” he said. “That is my Forsman said. greatest accomplishment: knowing that in the Those partnerships eventually led the past 10 years, we’ve had a positive impact on Chamber to grow its membership to more building a stronger community.” than 300 businesses and individuals, and
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areachurches BEAVER COMMUNITY CHURCH, 24675 Hwy. 101 S., Beaver. 503-3985508. E-mail: pastorjoshgard@hotmail. com. A non-denominational Biblebelieving church committed to loving God and people. Morning Worship, 11 a.m. (live and streaming). Visit beavercommunitychurch.com for upto-date service information and Covid protocols. BLAINE COMMUNITY CHURCH, located six miles up the Nestucca River from Beaver, (503) 965-6338. Call for service times. CLOVERDALE BAPTIST CHURCH, 34464 Bridge Street, P.O. Box 206, Cloverdale. 503-392-3104. Sunday School, 10 a.m., Worship (live streamed) at 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Tuesday Ladies Bible Study (All ages, in person/online) 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Prayer/Bible Study 7 p.m. Individual Bible Studeis by Appointement. State COVID guidelines posted. COUNTRYSIDE CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE, 19005 Hwy. 101 S., Cloverdale. 503-398-5454. Call for service times. HEALING WATERS BIBLE CHURCH 5 miles south of Cloverdale on Hwy 101, 503-354-9322. Pentecostal worship service at 10:30 a.m. HEBO CHRISTIAN CENTER, 31350 Hwy. 101 S, Hebo. 503-392-3585. Sunday worship 10:30 a.m. NESTUCCA VALLEY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 35305 Brooten Road, Pacific City OR (503) 965-6229. 10 a.m. Worship; Friday 10 a.m. Bible Study. NESTUCCA SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH, 38000 Hwy 101, Cloverdale, (3 miles north of Pacific City) 503-392-4111. Call for service times. PACIFIC COAST BIBLE CHURCH, 35220 Brooten Road, Pacific City. 503-9657222/503-812-1106. E-mail: pcbcpastordan@gmail.com. A Bible-believing/ Christ-centered Church. Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m. (live and streaming) & 11 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study & Prayer meeting 7 p.m. Also Weekly Bible Studies. ST. JOSEPH’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 34560 Parkway Drive, P.O. Box 9, Cloverdale. 503-392-3685. E-mail stjosephcloverdale@gmail.com. Mass: Fridays at 9:30 a.m., Saturday at 4:30 p.m., Sunday at 10:30 a.m. WINEMA CHRISTIAN CHURCH, 5195 WiNeMa Road, Cloverdale, OR. E-mail: info@winemachurch.net for service times. Listings are a free service to churches in the South Tillamook County area. To have your church added or to make changes to your listing, please contact the Sun at tim@pacificcitysun.
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It’s All About Saving Lives ‘Click It or Ticket’ Campaign reminds drivers to buckle up Tillamook County Sheriff’s Office is reminding drivers about the lifesaving benefits of wearing a seat belt this spring, during the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) national “Click It or Ticket” high-visibility enforcement effort. The national seat belt campaign, which coincides with the Memorial Day holiday, runs from May 24 to June 6. “We want the act of buckling up to become automatic to all drivers and passengers,” said Tillamook County Sheriff Josh Brown. “It’s not just a safe thing to do — it’s the law. During the ‘Click It or Ticket’ campaign, we will be working with our fellow law enforcement officers across local and state lines to ensure the message gets out to drivers and passengers. Buckling up is the simplest thing you can do to limit injury or save your life during a crash. We see the results of not wearing a seat belt all the time. We see the loss of life. So often, it could have been prevented.” For this year’s Click It or Ticket seat belt mobilization effort, NHTSA is asking all states to participate in the kickoff event, Border to Border, a one-day, 4-hour national seat belt awareness event on May 24 that is coordinated by participating state highway safety offices and their respective law enforcement liaisons. This program aims to increase law enforcement participation by coordinating highly visible seat belt enforcement and providing seat belt fact sheets for drivers at heavily traveled, highly visible state border checkpoints. According to NHTSA, in 2019, there were 9,466 unbuckled passenger vehicle occupants killed in crashes in the United States. In that same year, 55 percent of passenger vehicle occupants killed at night (6 p.m.–5:59 a.m.) were not wearing their seat belts. That’s why one focus of the Click It or –Josh Brown Ticket campaign is nighttime enforcement. Participating law enforcement agencies will be taking a noexcuses approach to seat belt law enforcement, writing citations day and night. In Oregon, the maximum penalty for a seat belt violation is $215. “You may think you’re safe in a certain vehicle, or on a certain road, but
We want the act of buckling up to become automatic to all drivers and passengers.
the truth is, you’re safest when you buckle up, no matter what,” said Tillamook County Undersheriff Matt Kelly. Almost twice as many males were killed in crashes as compared to females, with lower belt use rates, too. Of the males killed in crashes in 2019, more than half — 51 percent were unrestrained. For females killed in crashes, 40 percent were not buckled up. “If the enforcement effort wakes people up to the dangers of unrestrained driving, we’ll consider our mission to be a success,” said Brown. “If you know a friend or a family member who does not buckle up when they drive, please ask them to consider changing their habits. Help us spread this lifesaving message before one more friend or family member is killed as a result of this senseless inaction. Seat belts save lives, and everyone — front seat and back, child and adult — needs to remember to buckle up.” For more information on the Click It or Ticket mobilization, visit nhtsa.gov/ciot.
Coast Guard to enforce new law requiring use of engine cut-off switches The U.S. Coast Guard will implement a new law this boating season that requires operators of recreational vessels less than 26 feet in length to use an engine cut-off switch (ECOS) and associated ECOS link (ECOSL). Each year, the Coast Guard receives reports of recreational vessel operators who fall off or are suddenly and unexpectedly thrown out of their boat. During these incidents the boat continues to operate with no one in control of the vessel, leaving the operator stranded in the water as the boat continues on course, or the boat begins to circle the person in the water eventually striking them, often with the propeller. These dangerous runaway vessel situations put the ejected operator, other users of the waterway, marine law enforcement officers, and other first responders in serious danger. “Emergency cut-off switches protect all members of the boating public,” Lt. Collin Gruin, the Coast Guard Sector Columbia River boarding team supervisor. “In the Pacific Northwest in 2019, 26 boating accidents involved boat operators being ejected from the vessel or falling overboard. An engine cut-off switch, when used properly,
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prevents a runaway vessel from causing more harm in these types of accidents.” The ECOS and ECOSL prevent runaway vessels and the threats they pose. The ECOSL attaches the vessel operator to a switch that shuts off the engine if the operator is displaced from the helm. The ECOSL is usually a lanyard-style cord that attaches to an ECOS either in close proximity to the helm or on the outboard motor itself if the vessel is operated by a tiller. When enough tension is applied, the ECOSL disengages from the ECOS and the motor is automatically shut down. Wireless ECOS have recently been developed and are also approved for use. These devices use an electronic “fob” that is carried by the operator and senses when it is submerged in water, activating the ECOS and turning the engine off. Wireless devices are available on the aftermarket and are beginning to become available as manufacturer-installed options. Section 503 of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2018 required manufacturers of covered recreational vessels (less than 26 feet in length, with an engine capable of 115 lbs. or more of static thrust) to equip the vessel with an ECOS installed as
of December 2019. Owners of recreational vessels produced after December 2019 are required to maintain the ECOS on their vessel in a serviceable condition. It is recommended that recreational vessel owners regularly check their existing ECOS system to ensure it works properly, following manufacturer’s instructions. Section 8316 of the Elijah E. Cummings Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2020 requires individuals operating covered recreational vessels (less than 26 feet in length, with an engine capable of 115 lbs. or more of static thrust, which equates to about 3 horsepower or more) to use ECOS “links” while operating on plane or above displacement speed. Using the ECOSL is not required when the main helm is installed within an enclosed cabin. Common situations where ECOSL use would not be required include docking/trailering, trolling, and operating in no-wake zones. Boaters are encouraged to visit https:// uscgboating.org/recreational-boaters/ engine-cut-off-switch-faq.php for additional information on this new use requirement and other safety regulations and recommendations.
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Are you looking forward to pitching a tent? Envisioning a weekend in the wild? How about doing it all without making a dent in your pocketbook? If so, the Tillamook County Parks Department has a treat for you. The Tillamook County Board of Commissioners, in a cooperative effort with the Tillamook County Parks Advisory Committee, is sponsoring its 16th annual free family camping weekend, June 4-6, for Tillamook County residents. The promotion is available to any resident of Tillamook County at all County Parks campgrounds — including the South County camping hotspots of Webb County Campground and Woods County Campground. In other areas of the county, Barview Jetty County Campground, Kilchis
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https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/GRA/pages/GRAcogp.aspx. A link to view the Zoom meeting will also be posted at the site. The COGP Advisory Committee consists of seven members who represent counties, recreational vehicle owners, people with disabilities and the general public. They also represent various geographic areas of the state. The COGP was established in 1983 to direct a portion of revenue from recreational vehicle registration fees to counties for park and recreation sites and programs. All Oregon counties are eligible to apply. The program is administered by Oregon Parks and Recreation Department. For more information about the COGP, visit oprdgrants.org.
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of CARE and ensuring that CARE operates in a way that best supports its staff, residents, clients, and the wider community. “I am excited to be joining such a passionate and caring team of dedicated professionals at CARE,” Duke said. “I have always had profound respect for CARE and for the work they do in the community. I am so proud to be a part of this team and look forward to contributing to their work of fighting poverty and the effects of poverty in Tillamook County.” Now celebrating its 30th year of service to the county, CARE has transformed from a relatively small organization focused on emergency services into a comprehensive system for fighting poverty in the community. Today, CARE’s services now include two assisted living facilities serving low-income seniors and persons with disabilities, a housing program with case management services, and a local Healthy Families program, among others. CARE’s programming also grew significantly this past year in response to COVID-19 as it distributed CARES Act and American Rescue Act funds to local families impacted by the pandemic. The deputy director position will help CARE continue this growth and provide the services Tillamook County needs to thrive for the next 30 years. To learn more about CARE, visit CAREinc.org and like them on Facebook @ TillamookCARE. The organization can also be reached at 503-842-5261.
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Community Action Resource Enterprises (CARE), Inc. announced on May 17 that LaNicia Duke will be joining its team as deputy director, starting later in May. LaNicia joins CARE after serving as the founder and executive director of The Love Coalition, a Tillamook County based nonprofit organization dedicated to social justice and building inclusive communities in rural Oregon. Noting that the position is a completely new one, the organization says the addition is a new and exciting opportunity at CARE. The deputy director position was created at the direction of the CARE Board of Directors as part of their 2020 Strategic Plan and has a goal of helping the organization to achieve its strategic objective to provide leadership that supports a caring, committed community. In this role, Duke will work closely with the Executive Director, Peter Starkey, and CARE’s leadership team in all internal agency operations. “LaNicia stood out from a group of highly qualified candidates for her leadership, experience and passion for the community. We are excited that she is bringing her enthusiasm for serving the community to CARE,” Starkey said. “LaNicia’s abilities and relationships in the community will immediately contribute to CARE’s success, and most importantly, to the success of the families we serve in Tillamook County.” CARE officials also note this role will have a critical impact in writing the next chapter
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NESKOWIN BEACH GOLF COURSE reopened for the 2021 season on May 17. Pictured above (l-r) are: Jonathan Wade, staff associate; Missy Moss, clubhouse manager; David Collumbell, staff associate; and Sean Tonner, greens supervisor.
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Back In the Swing of Things Neskowin Beach Golf Course reopens for 2021 season By TIM HIRSCH of the Sun
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here are many things that make Neskowin special. To name just a few, there’s the miles of beach, the tight-knit community, and, of course, its well-loved golf course. The Neskowin Beach Golf Course, which was brought under community ownership in 2015, is a favorite pastime of many and a meeting place for many others in the close-knit beach village. And for those ready to grab their clubs and maybe just a touch of competitive spirit, the time is now for testing your skill with your driver, your 9-iron and your trusty putter. The course opened up on Monday, May 17 with all but one of its nine holes in play. Greens supervisor Sean Tonner says he expects that last hole to dry up enough for the course to be opened up for the full 9-hole course by mid June. Until then, golfers can get a deal. At the current time, the course is open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and play is just $10 for 8 holes, $15 for 16 or $20 for all day. The cost for a round of golf will go up to $18 for 9, $32 for 18 once it is fully open. There are also seasonal pass options — $1,250 for a family, $500 for individual and
$350 for social (no tee times included). But regardless whether you head straight for the course now or wait for the full challenge to open up, the community-owned, seasonal golfing haven is getting rave reviews in just its first week of operation in 2021. “We’ve already had some people playing and they’re just impressed with how well the course looks and how well the greens are playing right now,” said clubhouse manager Missy Moss. And those sentiments were echoed by both Susan Amort and Sally Rissel, each of which have played the course for many years. “I appreciate the close proximity to all of us living in South Tillamook County where we can go and play 9 holes of golf in less than 2 hours,” said Rissel, who has been a part of the Neskowin Ladies Golf Group for more than 30 years. “I have met so many new women who just enjoy a game of golf, regardless of anyone’s skill level. Several of the members are over 90 years old. Others are just beginning and some have played the course in Neskowin since childhood. Thursday Ladies golf is always fun.” Similarly, Amort, gave rave reviews for the course’s opening. “The Neskowin Beach Golf course 2021
opening was pretty special,” she said. “(The) course is in great shape (with) enough holes to play on opening day. It goes without saying that our community and beyond will have a wonderful season of golf and fun events ahead of us. Congrats to all that worked so hard to get us open!” In addition to hosting tee times, the golf course holds a number of events in the clubhouse and in the grounds surrounding it all summer. Amongst those events is a Happy hour scheduled for May 28, 4-6:30 p.m. and community hikes sponsored by Hiker Hackers, Mondays, June 14 and 28, 9-11 a.m. (meets at the golf course). And on recurring Tuesdays and Fridays, starting June 22, there will be Yoga on the Beach (Mt. Angel Street access) from 9 to 10 a.m. Additionally, NBGC will host the Neskowin Community Association Golf Scramble in August and will be putting on a Junior Gold Camp, July 16-18. The camp has very limited space with an expected 16 to 20 spots available. For more information on the course, which is currently open 10 a.m.-4 p.m., and its activities, visit neskowinbeachgolf.com. The golf course is expected to lengthen its hours to 8 a.m.-7 p.m. when all holes are available.
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NESKOWIN FARMER’S MARKET May 22 & 29 and June 5, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Corner of Highway 101 and Summit Road, across from Neskowin Beach Wayside. Visit neskowinfarmersmarket.com. ROB SCHEPS & DAN GAYNOR LIVE STREAM CONCERT May 23, 6 p.m. Free world class jazz concert hosted by Bay City Arts Center. Donations encouraged. Concert link https://youtu.be/fjusXgctjAO or BCAC Facebook page. LINCOLN CITY FARMER’S AND CRAFTER’S MARKET May 23 & 30, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Lincoln City Cultural Center, 540 NE Hwy. 101, Lincoln City. Visit lincolncityfarmersmarket.org for more information. SOUTH TILLAMOOK COUNTY WALKING GROUP May 24, 26, 28, 31 and June 2 & 4, 10 a.m. Meet at Kiawanda Community Center, 34600 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. For more information, visit https://tillamookcountywellness.org/ move-well/walking-groups/ or contact coordinator Kathy at katystar7@hotmail.com or 503-801-7448 (text). PACIFIC CITY SKATEPARK OPENING May 28. Pacific City Skatepark, First day open to the public. Visit nestucca. org for more information. PACIFIC CITY-NESTUCCA VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MEETING June 1, noon. Format (in-person or Zoom) not confirmed at press time. Local business news and matters. For info, email pcnvchamber@gmail.com. BRIDGE THE GAP BEACH CLEANUP EVENT June 1, 10 a.m. Tierra Del Mar. Tillamook County Republicans and Democrats working together for the betterment of the county. Bags will be provided. For more information, contact TCDCC Chair Fred Bassett, 503-812-9141 or TCRCC Chair Mike Sears, 503-965-7736.
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PACIFIC CITY JOINT WATER- SANITARY AUTHORITY BOARD MEETING June 1, 5 p.m. Virtual meeting. Call the PCJWSA office at 503-965-6636 to receive dial-in information. SOUTH COUNTY FOOD PANTRY June 1, 12:30-6 p.m. Nestucca Valley Presbyterian Church, 35305 Brooten Rd., Pacific City.
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