Pacific City Sun, June 2, 2023

Dorymen to fete fishing season with Blessing of the Fleet on June 10

By TIM HIRSCH of the Sun

The time-honored tradition of Pacific City’s dory fleet will be under the spotlight on Saturday, June 10 when the Pacific City Dorymen’s Association hosts its annual Blessing of the Fleet ceremony at noon on the beach at Cape Kiwanda.

Dorymen introduce princesses, grand marshals for Dory Days

By TIM HIRSCH of the Sun

The longstanding tradition of Pacific City’s dory fleet will once again be featured this coming July 14-16 during Dory Days. It’ll be an event that will also shine the spotlight on a couple of pretty faces, senior Dory Days Princess Kyla Hurliman and Junior Princess Hadlee McKillip, as well as two mainstays, Grand Marshals Mike and Sally Sue Cellers. Both the princesses and the grand marshals were introduced at the Pacific City Dorymen’s Association semi-annual meeting on May 27.

A third-generation dory fisherman, Mike Cellers owns a cabin in Pacific City that has been in the family since 1929. As well, his daughter Korene, and granddaughters Alexa and Maddie represent the fourth and fifth generations of Cellers fishermen.

His first outing in a doubleender dory began in 1957 when he was 13 with his grandfather Alec Cellers and past Grand Marshal Glen Martin. Since then he has owned five dories, all with names associated with his 48-year career as a pharmacist. His first dory, “The Pill,” was previously piloted by Glen Martin when it was known as the “Coho.” After that, he owned four “The Remedy” boats: one wood, one fiberglass and two aluminum crafts. He also has

logged “memorable” hours as a sport and commercial fisherman with family and friends.

Born and raised in Woods, Hurliman, 17, will be a senior next year at Nestucca High School. Not only is she maintaining a 4.0 GPA, but she’s hard at work on college classes.

The end goal is to attend Pacific University and become a Dental Hygienist. This past academic year, Hurliman served as Junior class president, a post that kept her busy raising money for her class. Her hobbies include playing volleyball, basketball, softball, and track. She also enjoys hanging out with friends and family.

At this year’s Dory Days Parade, which will get underway at Bob Straub State Park on Saturday, July 15, Hurliman will be joined by her cousin, Junior Princess Hadlee McKillip in the Morning Star dory owned by Hurliman’s grandfather, Nick Hurliman.

McKillip is the daughter of Austin and Kycie McKillip and big sister to Lainey. She enjoys coloring, playing outside, riding in the tractor with her dad on the farm and going fishing. McKillips says she’s excited to finally be big enough to go in the dory with her papa Nick and dad this summer. She also can’t wait to be a princess with her best friend, Kyla.

For more information about the Dory Days celebration, visit https://pacificcitydorydays.com.

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With doryman Steve Johnson’s boat “JJ” adorned in flowers aplenty and serving as the beachside stage, historic tradition will feature blessings from area pastors, live music and a tribute to those who’ve passed on over the last year.

It’s an event that has something for everyone whether they fish the deep sea off of Pacific City or just love walking the shore. Residents and visitors are welcome to join the festivities at 11 a.m. when dories are expected to line up on the beach.

“It’s a chance to remember our past and bless our future,” said event chair Randy Haltiner. “It’s an event for the community and for families and fishemen.”

The proceedings will start just before noon when violinist Erin Farstad will set the stage with a selection of inspiring music. She’ll be followed up by crooner Leslie Griffith who will open things by singing the National Anthem. And handling the duties of raising the flag will be Boy Scouts of America Troop 270, which serves youth in South Tillamook County.

Area church leaders will then follow suit, offering a time of seeking God’s blessings on the fishermen, the crafts they’ll go to sea in, and the bounty of the season. The pastor-led time of prayer is a longstanding keystone of fleet blessings the world over. Historically, the practice began centuries ago in Mediterranean fishing communities in an effort

to ask for blessings over a safe and bountiful — fishing season. Over the years, several pastors have taken turns doing just that here in Pacific City. Looking to the creator for guidance this year will be Linton Whittle, pastor of Blaine Community Church; Lonnie Moeller, of Hebo Christian Center; and James Dierringer, a retired Catholic priest who is also a longtime member of the Pacific City Dorymen’s Association. In addition to the slate of music

and the words of encouragement from local pastors, the event will feature a tolling of the bells for those community members that have been lost over the last year. The Dorymen’s Association also plans to announce its slate of royalty for the Dory Days Parade during the Blessing. Dory Days will return to Pacific City July 1416 with fish fry, parade, and more. For more information about the Pacific City Dorymen’s Association, visit pcdorymen.com.

THIS YEAR’S DORY DAYS royalty (l-r) will include Senior Princess Kyla Hurliman, Junior Princess Hadlee McKillip, and Grand Marshals Mike and Sally Sue Cellers.

THE PACIFIC CITY DORYMEN’S ASSOCIATION will once again host its Blessing of the Fleet ceremony on Saturday, June 10. The event will feature the musical talents of Leslie Griffith (above) and Erin Farstad (below), as well as prayers and blessings from local pastors.

Photos by Tim Hirsch

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Photo by Tim Hirsch

OPRD adds park host to Bob Straub State Park

By TIM HIRSCH of the Sun

There’s a new set of eyes to look out over one of Pacific City’s most popular destinations as Oregon Parks and Recreation District has put in place a camp host at Bob Straub State Park, a wellused beach and trail access point.

Located a little less than a mile south of Pacific Avenue, Bob Straub boasts a parking lot, restroom, picnic areas, paths to the beach, and trailheads for equestrian and hiking trails. With the destination’s growing use, Cape Lookout Park Manager Jason Elkins says though it’s long been in the plans to add a volunteer at Bob Straub, now was a good time to make it happen.

“With an increase in visitation (at Bob Straub specifically), our paid staff are spread thin across the parks so these caretaker positions help us to keep our standards up in the park.”

He said the new caretaker role of the volunteers somewhat mirror what’s been going on at Sitka Sedge State Natural Area, where volunteers help by opening and closing park gates, as well as maintaining landscaping and other duties.

“We’re looking to get a full-on galvanized metal gate at the entrance to Bob Straub,” he noted. “It will give us the ability to close at night after hours.”

He also pointed to other accomplishments at Sitka Sedge that could be duplicated at Bob Straub.

“They’ve built relationships with people in the community that are regulars,” Elkins added. “We get a lot of good feedback from regulars, and I foresee that happening at Bob Straub as well.”

The improvements at Bob Straub, including the camp host pad and utilities and the forthcoming gate cost OPRD

approximately $15,000. Other recent improvements to the park include putting a new roof on the restrooms last year, as well as replacing ageing wooden picnic tables with concrete versions.

“The park hosts we have there (are) very excited about being the first park host (at Bob Straub State Park),” Elkins said. “We expect things (at the park) to be looking good and well maintained. It’s a good park for people to get out on the trails or on the beach and get away from the crowd. Especially during mid-week it could be a good, quiet place to escape.”

Though the hiking/ equestrian trails are significantly impacted by horses, he said all are encouraged to enjoy the paths.

“We absolutely welcome people on foot,” he said. “(Users should) just be aware they are also equestrian trails and should be on the lookout for oncoming horses and horse riders. Yes, the trails are fairly sandy so they’re not like a good firm hiking trail that you see out on (trails like) Cape Lookout. (Still), it’s a good way to get out and explore the interiors of the park.”

Serving for the 2023 season will be Bob and Lani Slay, who have been volunteering as park hosts — mostly along the Oregon Coast — for more than three years. Their previous service as park hosts includes volunteering at South Beach in Newport Cape Lookout and Sitka Sedge State Natural Area. Bob said that as part of their maintenance duties they will work at trimming back the invasive Scotch Broom that has infected the area.

For more information about Bob Straub State Park, visit stateparks.oregon.gov.

VOLUNTEER PARK HOSTS Bob and Lana Slay recently began serving at Bob Straub State Park’s recently completed facilities for hosts.

OREGON PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT recently completed a park host pad at Bob Straub State Park and now has a park host serving the popular location.

Photos by Tim Hirsch

Dorymen announce scholarship winners

By TIM HIRSCH of the Sun

The hard work of hitting the books, dedicating time to study and showing up when the school bell rings is being well rewarded for a select group of high school students.

The Pacific City Dorymen’s Association announced the winners of its 2023 scholarships at its spring meeting on May 27.

Those awarded scholarships include Brooklynn Goodwin, granddaughter of David Styles (PCDA Nestucca High School Scholarship), Madison-Paige Smith, granddaughter of Gary and Teresa Smith (PCDA Open Scholarship), Emily Skaar, (PCDA Paul Hanneman Heritage Open Scholarship), Cole Strober, sponsored by Susie Wenrick (PCDA Kiwanda Open Scholarship), and Cooper Stirling-Halloway (Smith Family Scholarship).

Goodwin is planning on attending Oregon State University to pursue a degree in engineering. Already, she boasts numerous achievements in her academic career. They include, but aren’t limited to: Honor Roll (all four years) and National Honor Society (since 2021). As well, she placed sixth in the National Bridge Building Competition in Pennsylvania (2022), third place in Chicago (2023), and first place winner in the Oregon Regional Bridge Building Competition in both 2022 and 2023. Plus, she was nominated and attended an OSU STEM based research camp for students gifted in academics, and attended a STEM recognition event through American Association of University Women (2023).

Madison-Paige will be attending University of Washington (Seattle), and will be pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or Biology. She was very involved in the fine arts of music, drama, and Spirit Leadership. Skaar plans to attend Queens University

of Charlotte in North Carolina where she will focus on a career as a physical therapist. She realizes to be the best doctor she can it is beneficial to be fluent in the US’s second most spoken language. A graduate of Tillamook High School and member of the National Honor Society, Skaar is also a threesport athlete and member of the school’s honor band. She also participated in All-State Band and has a passion for oceanic science, as her participation in the National Ocean Sciences Bowl as Team Captain 2021 and 2022 attests to. She also participated in the Future Natural Resource Leaders as president of the local chapter and secretary for the state chapter, 2021-present.

Currently enrolled at Oregon State University’s Cascades Campus in Bend, Strober was the PCDA NHS Scholarship winner in 2018, at which time he attended Pacific University. While at PU, he maintained a 4.0 gpa, plus played on the Pacific baseball team and ran for the university’s track and field program. He is in the final two years of his doctorate of physical therapy, a career in which he has already had gainful experience in while working as a physical therapy aide in Portland, and an operations support specialist in Surprise, Ariz. Stober has also been invited to 1 of 3 positions at Stanford University Hospital’s Physical Therapy internship program.

Stirling-Halloway is a NHS Senior who plans on attending Oregon State University. His career goals include Wild Land Firefighting, as well as pursuing a law degree. Stirling-Halloway hopes to eventually open his own law practice, and take on as many pro-bono cases as possible to help people who cannot afford to hire professional legal representation.

For more information about Pacific City Dorymen’s Association’s scholarship program, visit pcdorymen.com.

Caution urged as crowds return to Cape Kiwanda

The sun’s out, and summer is around the corner and that may mean play time at the Oregon Coast, but authorities are reminding visitors and locals to remember to recreate safely.

Nestucca Rural Fire Protection District

Chief James Oeder told the Sun that Memorial Day weekend saw his crews out on multiple calls at the same time and responding to numerous accidents at Sand Lake Recreation Area. And as recently as June 1, crews responded to a brush fire up Blaine Road.

“We just want to make sure everyone is very careful if they’re burning material or brush,” he cautioned. “We’re advising people that with the warm weather that’s being predicted, we need to make sure everybody takes extra precaution out there.”

Similarly, while enjoying the area’s natural wonders is encouraged, Oregon Parks and Recreation District Cape Lookout Manager Jason Elkins said that, in particular, caution should be taken when nearby the constantly changing sink holes atop Cape Kiwanda.

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“We’re working with (the Department of Geology and Mineral Industries) to identify and get a better ideas of what’s going on (with the sink holes) and (determine ) if we need to move the permanent fence,” he said. “It’s fairly obvious there’s a void underneath, and it appears wave action might be impacting (those sink holes).”

In OPRD’s own efforts at being proactive, he said the Cape Lookout unit, which manages the parks, has increased patrols with ranger staff.

“We’ve really appreciated that people are respecting the safety barriers, which has been great. The hope (is that) before the winter, we’ll have a good idea if we need to move our permanent fencing so we can move it before strong winds and winter conditions affect our temporary barrier.”

He added his best advice for visitors is one of caution.

“We encourage visitors to enjoy the Cape but be aware of the surroundings at all times,” he said. If you see anything that should be reported (because) conditions have changed, you can call the Cape Lookout park officer at 503-842-3182. If it’s an emergency, dial 911.”

By CHELSEA YARNELl for the Sun

The first of two public hearings for discussion and consideration of proposed amendments to Tillamook County Ordinance #84 in regards to short-term rentals (STR) in unincorporated Tillamook County was held on May 30 (with the second scheduled for June 13).

Tillamook County Commissioner Erin Skaar, liaison to the Short-Term Rental Advisory Committee, opened the hearing.

“I want to thank the members for their immense amount of work,” she said. “I want to thank members of the public who submitted comments through this process both in person and in writing. The amount of public comment was exceptional and the number of people who followed this entire process from beginning to end was unprecedented. Our communities are deeply engaged in this process with us, which is how government works at its best.”

Prior to opening the hearing, Skaar reminded those in attendance that the purpose of the hearing was to discuss the Ordinance language, and not about lifting the current moratorium on issuance of STR licenses.

“The work around lifting the pause would be premature to do without having the language of the Ordinance in front of us,” Commissioner Skaar said.

Skaar also noted that while the Committee has concluded their intensive meeting schedule, the current Ordinance will likely change in coming years.

“I would like to remind people that this is not the end of the road,” Commissioner Skaar said. “As a County Ordinance, this will likely be reviewed in the future, and again in the future after that to adjust to changing conditions in our county and our world.”

The Tillamook County Short Term Rental Advisory Committee was formed by the Tillamook County Board of Commissioners on July 18, 2018, at the request of the Department of Community Development in response to the rapid growth of short-term rentals in unincorporated communities.

Beginning Feb. 1, 2022, the Committee met monthly through May 9, 2023, to help accomplish their nine outlined goals: develop consistency with regulations, create appropriate rules and enforce them, promote livability in communities, support community interests, develop a deeper understanding of the economic role of STRs in Tillamook County, public safety, emergency preparedness, funding sources for STR program support and community livability, and STR operator license fee.

During this time, Committee members met for discussions, educational panels, and listening sessions. Guest speakers, experts, and those involved and impacted by short term rentals were invited to share their knowledge and experiences with committee members.

By June 2022, the focus was on the implementation of a pause for the issuance of

STR licenses. And most recently, Ordinance #84’s language has been the focus of the Committee’s discussions.

Significant discussion focused on the definition of “bedroom,” “estate home,” “owner,” and “transfer” took place. In addition, the word “permit” was changed to “license.”

The proposed Ordinance states that in order to operate or advertise a STR in unincorporated Tillamook County, a license must be obtained and maintained. Obtaining a license requires proof of an 11-item list including: site and floor plan, proof of livability insurance, proof of garbage services, notice to neighbors, and transient lodging tax registration.

Additional changes to the Ordinance were met with comments of concern from STR owners, and praise from full-time residents, particularly over the proposed cap that would limit the number of STRs in each community (one percent growth each year).

“I purchased a vacant lot in Pacific City with the intention of building a single-family home for both personal and rental use,” Nathan Powell said. “I spent the next year on design. In 2022, I submitted for permits and it was very concerning from an investment to see the moratorium put in place and then also the caps that are being proposed now.”

Justin Baxter shared similar concerns.

“Four years ago, we had an opportunity to buy our home in Pacific City,” he said. “It felt like a dream come true. We are not wealthy people. The only way that we can make it pencil (out) was to rent it out on AirBnb and VRBO. Our dream, for now, is to rent it out and one day retire in Pacific City. We know our neighbors; we’ve never had a noise complaint. It’s our pleasure and honor to contribute to the local economy. We’re anything but absentee homeowners. We urge the Committee to not change the status from permit to license.”

However, Candice and Gregory Miller of Neskowin praised the new cap limit.

“We feel it is vital that the committee and County stay on track and focus on regulations that will control the number of STRs in our communities and support a livability that is acceptable to all who reside next or close in proximity to multiple STR properties,” they wrote in a letter to the Committee. “We have made numerous concessions to the STR community. It is now their turn to reciprocate and let full-time residents determine and work with the County on how our neighborhoods should be developed and maintained.”

Other notable changes in the proposed amendments to Ordinance #84 include setting a maximum nighttime occupancy and requiring off street parking, both in relation to the number of bedrooms in any particular STR.

A second public hearing will be held June 13 at 5:30 p.m. at the Port of Tillamook Bay. Written testimony or a request to speak may be emailed to Lynn Tone at ltone@ co.tillamook.or.us.

Looking Back Nestucca River Country

MANZANITA FARMERS MARKET

June 2, 4-7 p.m. Underhill Plaza, 635 Manzanita Ave., Manzanita. Variety of vendors with fresh fruit and vegetables, arts and crafts, and much more. For more information, visit manzanitafarmersmarket.com.

ARTIST OF THE MONTH RECEPTION

June 2, 5-7 p.m. Bay City Arts Center, 5680 A St., Bay City. Featuring Becky Chappell and Neah-Kah-Nie High School. Free and open to the public. For more information, visit baycityartscenter.com or call 503-377-9620.

‘12 ANGRY JURORS’

June 2 & 3, 7 p.m. and June 4, 2 p.m. NCRD Performing Arts Center, 36155 9th St., Nehalem. Tickets $20-$25. For more information, visit riverbendplayers.org.

FOREST BOUNTY: EATING LOCAL

June 3, 12:30 p.m. Tillamook Forest Center, 45500 OR-6, Tillamook. Discover what generations of land users have hunted and gathered in the Tillamook Forest. Free and open to all ages. For more information, visit tillamookforestcenter.org or call 866-9304646.

FRIENDS OF PACIFIC CITY

STATE AIRPORT WORK PARTY

June 3, 8 a.m.-noon. Pacific City State Airport, 6355 Pacific Ave., Pacific City. Volunteers needed for restroom cleaning, weeding, flood debris removal, maintenance, mowing, etc. Snacks and lunch will be provided. Contact Robyn Holdman to RSVP.

BINGO NIGHT

June 3, 5:30-6:30 p.m. PC-Pour Wine Bar, 33310 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. Free admission. Must be 21 or over. Free Bingo. Sign-up at PC-Pour.com.

KATELYN CONVERY CONCERT

June 3, 7 p.m. Bay City Arts Center, 5680 A St., Bay City. Full Band Album Release Show. Advance tickets $20; at the door $25. For more information, visit baycityartscenter. com or call 503-377-9620.

CRABBING EXPLORIENCE

June 3, 11 a.m. SW 51st. Pavilion, Lincoln City. Free and no registration required. Brief orientation followed by crabbing on Siletz Bay. For more information, visit ExploreLincolnCity.com or call 541-996-1274.

NESKOWIN FARMERS MARKET

June 3, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Hwy. 101 & Summit Rd., Neskowin. Various vendors - arts and crafts, fresh vegetables and fruits, and much more. SNAP match.

LOOKOUT LIFE

June 3, 10:30 a.m. Tillamook Forest Center, 45500 OR-6, Tillamook. Learn about about the history and dangers of fire lookout men and women. Free and open to all ages. For more information, visit tillamookforestcenter.org or call 866-930-4646.

NEHALEM BAY CRAB DERBY

June 3, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Kelly’s Brighton Marina, 29200 N. Hwy. 101, Rockaway Beach. Contest, games and crafts, raffles and silent auction, live music and more. For more information, email kellysbrightonmarina.com or call 503-368-5745.

FREE FISHING DAYS

June 3 & 4. No license needed to fish, clam or crab anywhere in Oregon. For more information, visit MyODFW.com or call 503947-6000.

TREES OF THE TILLAMOOK FOREST WALK

June 4, 12:30 p.m. Tillamook Forest Center, 45500 OR-6, Tillamook. Easy stroll spotting and learning about diverse tree species of

the Coastal Range Forests. Free and open to all ages. For more information, visit tillamookforestcenter.org or call 866-930-4646.

9TH ANNUAL JAN COLLEKNON HOSPICE

BENEFIT SHOW

June 4, 2 p.m. Tillamook High School Auditorium, 2605 12th St., Tillamook. LEGENDS

- dancing to the likes of Michael Jackson, Elvis, the Beatles and more. Tickets $15 - all proceeds benefit the hospice. For more information, email tillamookschoolofdance@ yahoo.com or call 503-842-2084.

PACIFIC CITY WALKING WONDERS

June 5, 7 & 9, 10 a.m. Meet at Kiawanda Community Center, 34600 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. For more information, visit https://tillamookcountywellness.org/movewell/walking-groups/ or contact coordinator Kathy at katystar7@hotmail.com or 503-8017448 (text).

PACIFIC CITY-NESTUCCA VALLEY

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MEETING

June 6, noon. Kiawanda Community Center, 34600 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. Local community and business matters.

NESTUCCA VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL

SENIOR CLASS PARADE

June 6. Seniors will parade down Hwy. 101 in their cars, starting in Hemlock at 6 p.m. They will continue through Hebo and Cloverdale, turn into Pacific City via Brooten Rd., then out to Hwy. 101 again via Resort Dr. The community is invited to line the parade route and cheer them on.

TILLAMOOK COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING

June 7, 9 a.m. Tillamook County Courthouse, 201 Laurel Ave., Room 106. Also available via teleconference live video at tctvonline.com or teleconference at #971-254-3149, conference ID: 736-023-979 (listen only). For agenda, visit co.tillamook.or.us/bocc.

TIDE POOL EXPLORIENCE

June 7, 9 a.m. 15th Street Beach Access, Lincoln City. Free and no registration required. Learn about tide pools and their inhabitants

from an expert. For more information, visit ExploreLincolnCity.com or call 541-996-1274.

ROCKAWAY BEACH ARTISANS MARKET

June 8, 4-8 p.m. Ocean’s Edge Wayside, South 1st St., Rockaway Beach. For more information, visit rockawaybeach.net.

TIDE POOL EXPLORIENCE

June 8, 10 a.m. 15th Street Beach Access, Lincoln City. Free and no registration required. Learn about tide pools and their inhabitants from an expert. For more information, visit ExploreLincolnCity.com or call 541-996-1274.

MANZANITA FARMERS MARKET

June 9, 4-7 p.m. Underhill Plaza, 635 Manzanita Ave., Manzanita. Variety of vendors with fresh fruit and vegetables, arts and crafts, and much more. For more information, visit manzanitafarmersmarket.com.

BIRD WALK: THE KNOLL OPEN SPACE

June 9, 9-11 a.m. Meet at cul-de-sac north end of NE Devils Lake Blvd., Lincoln City. Three mile hike with elevation gain and uneven terrain. Free and open to the public. No registration required. For more information, call 541-994-2131.

‘PETER PAN, A BALLET’

June 9, 7 p.m. and June 10, 2 p.m. Tillamook High School, 2605 12th St., Tillamook. A presentation by Oregon Coast Dance Center. Tickets $5-$10. Proceeds benefit Oregon Food Bank. For more information or tickets, visit oregoncoastdancecenter.com.

‘12 ANGRY JURORS’

June 9 & 10, 7 p.m. and June 11, 2 p.m. NCRD Performing Arts Center, 36155 9th St., Nehalem. Tickets $20-$25. For more information, visit riverbendplayers.org.

BLESSING OF THE FLEET

June 10, noon. Beach at Cape Kiwanda, Pacific City. A remembrance of those lost at sea and prayers for a safe fishing season.

TRIVIA NIGHT

June 10, 5-6:30 p.m. PC-Pour Wine Bar, 33310 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. Free admission. Must be 21 or over. Test your trivia

knowledge. Sign-up at PC-Pour.com.

SALMON RELEASE

June 10, 11 a.m. Tillamook Forest Center, 45500 OR-6, Tillamook. Learn the lifecycle of salmon and steelhead in Oregon and how ODF helps them. One mile hike to help release steelhead. Free and open to all ages. For more information, visit tillamookforestcenter.org or call 866-930-4646.

NESKOWIN FARMERS MARKET

June 10, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Hwy. 101 & Summit Rd., Neskowin. Various vendors - arts and crafts, fresh vegetables and fruits, and much more. SNAP match.

NORTH OREGON COAST SYMPHONY

June 10, 7 p.m. St. Catherine Episcopal Church, 36335 N Hwy. 101, Nehalem. Classic music concert. Adult tickets $10, students $5, children 12 and under free with paying adult. For more information, visit nocsymphony.org.

PACIFIC CITY FARMERS MARKET

June 11, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Grounds of South Tillamook County Library, 6200 Camp St., Pacific City. Fresh and local food, artisan crafts and more.

SALMON RELEASE

June 11, 11 a.m. Tillamook Forest Center, 45500 OR-6, Tillamook. Learn the lifecycle of salmon and steelhead in Oregon and how ODF helps them. One mile hike to help release steelhead. Free and open to all ages. For more information, visit tillamookforestcenter.org or call 866-930-4646.

PACIFIC CITY WALKING WONDERS

June 12, 14 & 16, 10 a.m. Meet at Kiawanda Community Center, 34600 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. For more information, visit https://tillamookcountywellness.org/movewell/walking-groups/ or contact coordinator Kathy at katystar7@hotmail.com or 503-8017448 (text).

SOUTH COUNTY FOOD PANTRY

June 13, 12:30-6 p.m. Nestucca Valley Presbyterian Church, 35305 Brooten Rd., Pacific City.

NESTUCCA VALLEY LIONS CLUB MEETING

June 13, 4 p.m. The Lion’s Den, 34510 Parkway Dr., Cloverdale. For more information, email nestuccavalleylions@gmail.com.

NESTUCCA VALLEY SCHOOL

DISTRICT BOARD MEETING

June 14, 6:30 p.m. Nestucca Valley Jr/Sr High School, 34660 Parkway Dr., Cloverdale.

NESTUCCA RURAL FIRE PROTECTION

DISTRICT BOARD MEETING

June 14, 5 p.m. Hebo Fire Station, 30710 Hwy. 101 S., Hebo. For more information, call 503-392-3313.

SOUTH TILLAMOOK COUNTY

LIBRARY STORYTIME

June 14, 3:30 p.m. South Tillamook County Library, 6200 Camp St., Pacific City. Co-hosted by David and Theresa. All ages invited. For more information, call 503-965-6163.

BROOTEN BATHS: THE AMAZING STORY OF THE KELP ORE SPA

June 14, 6 p.m. Kiawanda Community Center, 34600 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. Presentation on Hans Brooten, his discovery of Kelp Ore, and his founding of the Brooten Sanitarium. Free and open to all ages.

TILLAMOOK COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING

June 14, 9 a.m. Tillamook County Courthouse, 201 Laurel Ave., Room 106. Also available via teleconference live video at tctvon-

BLESSING OF THE FLEET June 10, noon. Beach at Cape Kiwanda, Pacific City. A remembrance of those lost at sea and prayers for a safe fishing season.

Photo by Tim Hirsch

From Farm to Market

FANCY PICKING UP SOME FRESH PRODUCE and catching up with your neighbors? Pacific City Farmers Market, which returns Sunday, June 11, fits the bill on both accounts. The market will run every Sunday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., on the grounds of the South Tillamook County Library, 6200 Camp., St., in Pacific City. The market features fresh and local produce, crafts and more, and is scheduled to run through Oct. 1.

2023 ANNUAL FIN-CLIPPING PARTY

ROCKAWAY BEACH ARTISANS MARKET

June 15, 4-8 p.m. Ocean’s Edge Wayside, South 1st St., Rockaway Beach. For more information, visit rockawaybeach.net.

NESKO WOMEN’S CLUB MEETING

June 16, 11:30 a.m. Kiawanda Community Center, 34600 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. For lunch reservation, call Cathy at 541622-3104.

MANZANITA FARMERS MARKET

June 16, 4-7 p.m. Underhill Plaza, 635 Manzanita Ave., Manzanita. Variety of vendors with fresh fruit and vegetables, arts and crafts, and much more. For more information, visit manzanitafarmersmarket.com.

‘THE GIN GAME’

June 16 & 17, 7 p.m. and June 18, 2 p.m. The Barn Community Playhouse, 1204 Ivy Ave., Tillamook. For more information or for tickets, visit Tillamook theater.com or call 503-812-0275.

‘12 ANGRY JURORS’

June 16 & 17, 7 p.m. and June 18, 2 p.m. NCRD Performing Arts Center, 36155 9th St., Nehalem. Tickets $20-$25. For more information, visit riverbendplayers.org.

NESKOWIN FARMERS MARKET

June 17, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Hwy. 101 & Summit Rd., Neskowin. Various vendors - arts and crafts, fresh vegetables and fruits, and much more. SNAP match.

BINGO NIGHT

June 17, 5:30-6:30 p.m. PC-Pour Wine Bar, 33310 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. Free admission. Must be 21 or over. Free Bingo. Sign-up at PC-Pour.com.

LOOKOUT LIFE

June 17, 10:30 a.m. Tillamook Forest Center, 45500 OR-6, Tillamook. Learn about about the history and dangers of fire lookout men and women. Free and open to all ages. For more information, visit tillamookforestcenter.org or call 866-930-4646.

June 17, 9 a.m. Rhoades Pond, 5.5 miles east of Hebo, 39375 Hwy. 22, Hebo. Join Nestucca Anglers to help clip 100,000 Fall Chinook Smolt. BBQ lunch, raffle prizes, silent auction. Family-friendly event. For more information, visit nestuccaanglers.com.

CRABBING EXPLORIENCE

June 17, noon. SW 51st. Pavilion, Lincoln City. Free and no registration required. Brief orientation followed by clamming on Siletz Bay. For more information, visit ExploreLincolnCity.com or call 541-996-1274.

TILLAMOOK FARMERS MARKET

June 17, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Corner of Laurel Ave. & Second St., Tillamook. Fruits and vegetables, arts and crafts, SNAP match. For more information, visit tillamookchamber.org.

CRABBING EXPLORIENCE

June 17, noon. SW 51st. Pavilion, Lincoln City. Free and no registration required. Brief orientation followed by crabbing on Siletz Bay. For more information, visit ExploreLincolnCity.com or call 541-996-1274.

PACIFIC CITY FARMERS MARKET

June 18, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Grounds of South Tillamook County Library, 6200 Camp St., Pacific City. Fresh and local food, artisan crafts and more.

TREES OF THE TILLAMOOK FOREST WALK

June 18, 10:30 a.m. Tillamook Forest Center, 45500 OR-6, Tillamook. Easy stroll spotting and learning about diverse tree species of the Coastal Range Forests. Free and open to all ages. For more information, visit tillamookforestcenter.org or call 866-930-4646.

CRABBING EXPLORIENCE

June 18, 12:30 p.m. SW 51st. Pavilion, Lincoln City. Free and no registration required. Brief orientation followed by clamming on Siletz Bay. For more information, visit ExploreLincolnCity.com or call 541-996-1274.

To have your event added to the Sun’s calendar, email information to tim@pacificcitysun.com

Photo by Tim Hirsch

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Linking Up For a Day of Fun

By TIM HIRSCH of the Sun

The sun’s out, the greens are prepped and all that’s missing is you and your clubs. The Neskowin Beach Golf Course is ready to tee off for a season of fun at its 9-hole, 2,262-yard course.

Officially, play will begin on Friday, June 9, but the course will host a “Tuesday Scramble” on June 6, starting at 4:30 p.m.

At NBGC, golfers will be treated to a course that is long on fun, accessible to all skill levels, and punctuated by highpoints such as the seventh tee where golfers start on top of a hill that promises draw-dropping views. After all, there’s a reason it touts itself as “The Jewel of the Oregon Coast.”

“That’s what we call our signature hole,” clubhouse manager Missy Moss said about the 7th tee.

She added that another “fun” hole is the fifth one where golfers have to cross two different creeks to reach the green.

“It’s a fun, casual, 9-hole course,” Moss says.

The fun, though, doesn’t end after the last hole. The clubhouse, too, offers plenty of chances to connect with others in the community with outdoor patio seating; beer. wine and non-alcoholic selections; and merchandise on the menu. Moss said it’s also a place for people to come and renew relationships with others.

The course also gives golfers a glimpse of a variety of wildlife including migrating song birds. NBGC will stay open as late as October, weather permitting. Tee times are available by calling the course at 503-3923377.

The course’s clubhouse also features a slate of recurring events including Tuesday Scrambles (at 4:30 p.m.), Wine Down

Wednesdays (4-6 p.m.), Yoga On the Beach (starting June 30, Tuesday and Thursdays at 9 a.m., $10), Thirsty Thursdays (Happy Hour prices 4-6 p.m.), and Ladies Golf

(Fridays, 10 a.m, starting June 16).

To learn more about NBGC, visit neskowinbeachgolf or call 503-392-3377.

TPUD upgrade means planned outages for areas of Pacific City, Neskowin

Because of a project to convert power line voltage in the South Tillamook County area, Tillamook PUD has scheduled power outages in affected areas beginning June

6. Outages are scheduled for Tuesdays and Thursdays through July 20, excluding the 4th of July.

The conversion project entails converting

the power line voltage from 20.8 kV to 24.9 kV. TPUD says the improvement is important because it improves the efficiency that electricity is delivered at, minimizes power loss and helps provide alternative power feed options should an unexpected outage occur.

In order to complete the upgrade, TPUD will need to de-energize the section being

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worked on, thus the need for a planned power outage. Affected customers, which include areas from Brooten Road in Pacific City and south to Neskowin, have been notified via mail of any planned outage via a mailed postcard and/or email.

More information is available by visiting tpud.org/outages/power-outages/.

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Pictionary (FREE) 6/21 5:30pm

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Tillamook PUD offers a rebate to

residential and commercial customers that purchase and install a Level 2 electric vehicle charging station at their service location.

For more information about EV's, visit the Tillamook PUD website at www.tpud.org and select the Energy Efficiency tab, or call 503-842-2535 to talk with an Energy Expert today.

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THE NESKOWIN BEACH GOLF COURSE will open up its grounds for another seasons of play starting on Friday, June 9. Tee times for the 9-hole course can be made by calling 503-3923377. Pictured above (l-r) are: Rebekah Lowry, customer service; Missy Moss, clubhouse manager; Curt Shelley, customer service; and Sean Tonner, course superintendent.

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By TIM HIRSCH of the Sun

Pacific City Boat Ramp, which is owned by Oregon Parks and Recreation Department, is at a potential crossroads as Tillamook County Commissioners take a look at whether to continue to operate the property under a new agreement or hand it back over to OPRD as the Tillamook County Parks Advisory Committee reportedly has reportedly suggested.

Tillamook County Commissioner David Yamamoto discussed the issue at the Pacific City Dorymen’s Association May 27 meeting.

“I’m unsure we want to (hand control back to OPRD),” he told PCDA members. “I’m here to ask people: Does it matter to you if the boat launch is not operated by the county and is instead run by ORPD? I see some issue to it but, before commissioners make a decision on this, I think we need to have a conversation with the community.”

Yamamoto said it was his opinion that the boat ramp, which is located just north of Bob Straub State Park and also

features a large parking area, has been managed effectively by the Tillamook County Parks Department.

“This is the biggest boat ramp in South (Tillamook) County, and I think it has been run fairly well by our Parks Department,” he added. “It does need some maintenance. Especially if OPRD is willing to cost share on some of this stuff, I think it could be a better idea to keep the partnership going that we currently have.”

Amongst the issues of concern to Yamamoto is the fact the county is using the parking area to service those visiting the area in motorhomes.

“If we don’t operate it and give it back to OPRD, I need to have conversations with OPRD to see if they’re still willing to allow that.”

In a May 31 interview with the Sun, Cape Lookout Park Manager Jason Elkins said the original maintenance agreement with the county expired some time ago (in the 1990s) and OPRD is “looking into different options with the agreement (with Tillamook County) and what that might look like.”

Historical presentation on Brooten Baths set for June 14

A free, historical presentation titled “Brooten Baths: The Amazing Story of the Kelp Ore Spa,” will be held on Wednesday, June 14, 6-8 p.m. at Kiawanda Community Center.

The event will feature presenter Cameron La Follette, who will share information on Hans Brooten, his discovery of Kelp Ore, as well as the Brooten sanitarium, which

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Brooten established in Pacific City.

From 1904 to the late 1940s, the Brooten Baths drew patients from across the U.S. and other areas around the globe.

La Follette, who serves as executive director of the Oregon Coast Alliance, is a researcher and writer who focuses on natural resources history, early exploration and settlement and shipwrecks.

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