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FLORENCE Oregon’s Coastal Playground

Welcome to Florence, home to the Siuslaw River Bridge, Historic Old Town, native rhododendrons and people with the biggest heart. Come for adventure and stay for the world-class entertainment, award-winning views and once-in-a-lifetime opportunities for coastal fun.

In recent years, Expedia named Florence first in “The 30 Most Beautiful Towns in America;” readers of The Oregonian voted Florence “People’s Choice” for best Oregon Coast Getaway and USA Today’s 10Best.com named Florence the second best northwest small town. In 2018, Portland Business Journal ranked Florence as one of “Oregon’s Coolest Coastal Towns” and 10Best. com showcased the town as one of America’s “Best Small Towns for Adventure.”

Keep an eye out for stunning rhododendrons that bloom every spring. The plant is the inspiration behind the city’s 5 annual Rhododendron Festival, held in May, the third oldest flower festival on the West Coast, and the reason Florence is known as the City of Rhododendrons.

“Oregon’s Coastal Playground” also has another name, “Florence — A City in Motion.” Visit ci.florence.or.us or Florence City Hall for updates.

The City of Florence and Siuslaw Region are following all guidelines from Oregon Health Authority during the COVID-19 pandemic. Some events may be canceled and businesses may operate a little differently. The community encourages visitors to do their part in keeping us all safe.

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EAT, SHOP & PLAY IN HISTORIC OLD TOWN FLORENCE The heart of Florence is Historic Old Town, a stretch of beautiful buildings that showcases local shops, 6 restaurants, artists and scenery all year long in a community that began in the late 1800s.

Many of the popular establishments in Old Town have preserved their architecture from the early 1900s. Several historic buildings are marked with signs explaining their heritage.

In view of the bridge, Waterfront Depot Restaurant was actually once the Maple-

ton Train Depot and was transported to its site on Bay Street.

The Bridgewater Fish House, still known as the Kyle Building, was built in 1901 as the first mercantile here.

On Maple Street, the Siuslaw Pioneer Museum is in the renovated 1905 schoolhouse, later known as the Callison Building.

Also on Maple Street are the Johnson House, No. 216; the David House, No. 232; the Masonic Lodge, No. 184; and the old Electric Company, now The Chicken Coop at No. 129.

In view for most of the walk along Bay Street, the Siuslaw River Bridge spans both the Siuslaw River, which joins the Pacific Ocean just beyond the bridge, and the history of the coast. Commissioned in 1934 and completed in 1936, the art deco structure links the architecture of the historic buildings in Old Town with the people who make Florence, “Oregon’s Premiere Coastal Community.”

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Further up Maple Street, No. 168 was a boarding house in 1910 and now houses a vintage store, Thrifty Threads.

River Roasters, at 1240 Bay St., also occupies an older building. Located in a converted garage and outboard motor repair shop formerly called Bill’s Garage, the coffee shop offers an excellent view of the Siuslaw River Bridge along with outside seating, local art, seasonal gifts, fresh pastries, gourmet teas and espresso roasted in-house.

For another delicious coffee option, visit Old Town Coffee and Art Gallery, at 1251/2 Nopal St., just across the street from Mo’s Restaurant, for tasty treats, delightful drinks and a local gallery of rotating artists.

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Be sure to explore the streets just off Bay Street as well. This area includes the Florence Area Chamber of Commerce Visitors Center at 290 Highway 101, salons, restaurants and Port Hole Books and Publications, at 179 Laurel St. Back near the Siuslaw River Bridge, take a moment to view the Veterans Memorial Park near the intersection of Bay and Kingwood streets along the Siuslaw River. The park is dedicated to U.S. armed forces and is the site of the annual Memorial Day observance ceremony.

On Nov. 11, the annual Veterans Day Parade shows gratitude for the service and sacrifice of both active duty service members and veterans.

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on Tuesday afternoons. Visit RiverCal.org for more information on local vendors, musicians and ways to get involved.

The Siuslaw River Bridge Interpretive Site is a gathering spot with paths, tables, benches and signs that explain the area’s history, geology and landscape. The site also offers spectacular views of the historic bridge.

Gazebo Park, also called Old Town Park, also overlooks the bridge and offers picnic space, cool shade and shelter from the rain.

Find fashion and fun in stylish women’s clothing at Bonjour Boutique, 1336 Bay St., or selections for the whole family at Stitch & Sole, 1377 Bay St. Reigning Cats and Dogs, 1384 Bay St., has treats, collars and collectibles for the furriest

members of your family.

In Old Town, art lives and breathes in the many shops and galleries, including Backstreet Gallery, a co-op of more than 20 Florence artists, at 1421 Bay St., and the Florence Regional Arts Alliance, which offers classes in various media for all artists as well as a gallery at its Art Center, 120 Maple St. Just one block away, The Studios at Jayne Smoley Designs is making a name as both an art space and a Pilates studio at 1458 First St. Florence’s Public Art Committee is continuing to bring public art into the spotlight. Look for the Art Exposed Public Art Gallery on Bay Street and a new mural around town. For more information, visit ci.florence.or.us/bc-pac.

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When it rains, there’s more! If you’re waiting for sunshine and needing something to do, Florence has many opportunities to stay dry while exploring local art and culture.

Please note: Some of these 1460 Ninth St. In addition to a large locations may be closed due collection of books, periodicals, DVDs to the COVID-19 pandemic. and videos, there are art exhibits, computers, free Wi-Fi, genealogy informaLocal museums offer glimpses into the tion, story time and activities for youth, past. Siuslaw Pioneer Museum, located reading programs and frequent preat 278 Maple St., has friendly volunteers sentations and entertainment. There is who can show Florence’s progression also a Mapleton branch at 88148 Rivthrough its colorful history, as well as ex- erview Ave. For more information, including its Youtube page, visit www. hibits on the Rhododendron Festival.

Oregon Coast Military Museum, 2145 siuslawlibrary.info.

Many excellent galleries, as well as Kingwood St. near the Florence Municipal Airport, provides education about fine shops and businesses, regularly disthe military, from World War I through current conflicts, as well as displays of veterans’ artifacts and memorabilia from their service.

City Lights Cinemas, 1930 Highway 101, has the perfect blend of blockbuster hits and indie flicks showing in four theaters. Show times start at noon and continue throughout the day. Be sure to catch arthouse films, feature documentaries and Shakespeare and enjoy cuisine from local food trucks.

Visitors are always welcome at the Siuslaw Public Library,

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play high-quality artwork, thanks to the many talented artists and craftspeople who live and work here. The artwork is diverse — oils and watercolors, textiles, glass, photography, sculpture, mixed media, pottery, artisan jewelry, blown glass, turned wood, greeting cards and more.

Galleries are spread all over. One good way to sample it all is to take a self-guided tour during the second Saturday of each month. From 3 to 5 p.m., the 2nd Saturday Gallery Tour travels to multiple sites to view the works, meet the artists and enjoy refreshments. The venues and featured artists vary each month.

Are you an artist yourself?

Florence Regional Arts Alliance offers classes in various media for all artists as well as a gallery at its Art Center, 120 Maple St., The Studios at Jayne Smoley Designs, 1458 First St., features fused glass and painting workshops, and find premium art materials at BeauxArts Fine Art Materials and Gallery at 2285 Highway 101 Suite H. A Siuslaw News Publication

For those wanting to stay active, stop in at Holiday Bowl, 1710 27th St., for bowling, pool, video games and air hockey. The local gym, Coastal Fitness at 2285 Highway 101, has state-of-the-art equipment, a women’s circuit training room, gym, swimming pools and many classes. Day and week passes are available for visitors.

In addition, local gaming centers have opened, offering arcades and tabletop game options.

Florence Senior Center, 1570 Kingwood St., a gathering place for everyone, is open to all ages and offers daily activities such as card games, line dancing and exercise and art classes.

On the highway, just around the corner from Old Town, is the Florence Antiques District, where rows of shops beckon to antique hunters.

Find coastal artifacts like Japanese floats mixed with vintage jewelry, antique furniture, collectables, accessories and clothing.

With all these inside venues to explore, it won’t be long until the sun returns.

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Besides many adventure opportunities in the Great Outdoors, the area offers the Siuslaw Public Library District, the Siuslaw and Mapleton school districts and after-school activities for youth. There are opportunites for exploration and learning for all ages.

In addition, Florence has brought youth opportunities to the forefront. From area parks, such as Miller Park off 18th Street, to many youth-based organizations, the area is ready to entertain and educate your child year-round. Look for Florence’s annual events, such as the Rhododendron Court, Kiwanis Kids Games, Davis Shows NW Carnival, Rotary Easter Egg Hunt, ScareCROW Haunted Maze, Flight Dance Team, summer theater and dance camps and more.

Please note: Some of these opportunities may not happen due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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• Siuslaw Youth Soccer Ass’n — siuslawsoccer.wordpress.com •& Cub, Boy and Girl Scout Troops.

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PLAY, EXPLORE & CAMP ON THE CENTRAL OREGON COAST Parks and campgrounds surround the Florence area, providing access to numerous lakes, trails and beaches, all within quick driving distance of the city. Some are great for hiking, others are perfect for beachcombing. Make an expedition out of visiting as many of these coastal gems as you can.

Note: Miles and directions originate from mid-town Florence and Highway 101.

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NORTH OF FLORENCE Sutton Recreation Area 5 miles — Perched along Sutton Lake, the campgrounds and a day-use area offer multiple creeks and miles of trails to explore.

Alder Dune Campground 7 miles — This campground, which skirts a small lake, is open year-round with sites for tents,

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Archie Knowles Campground 18 miles — Located beside Highway 126 among Douglas fir, spruce and huckleberry, Archie Knowles Campground is open from April to October each year. It offers nine RV sites with restrooms and drinking water available. Knowles Creek flows gently beside the campground.

Mapleton Hill Trailhead 21 miles — The trail is a self-guid-

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trailers and RVs. Baker Beach 8 miles — This beach is a popular place for hikers, birdwatchers and horseback riders who want to explore the coastal area.

Heceta Head Lighthouse 12 miles — A popular beach with trails to the lighthouse, Heceta Head State Scenic Area is one of the most visited and photographed landmarks on the West Coast.

Neptune State Scenic Viewpoint 22 miles — The park encompasses four waysides along Highway 101, including Strawberry Hill and Bob Creek, which offer perfect day-at-the-beach access.

Carl G. Washburne State Park 14 miles — A fully equipped campground with spaces for RVs and tents, Washburne State Park has amenities such as showers, cooking pits and electrical access, all within easy access of the beach.

Cape Perpetua Scenic Area 23 miles — Trails wind through miles of old-growth forest with breathtaking ocean views, plus campgrounds and an interpretive center.

ed tour through a bit of history of the area. It takes you on a discovery of the North Fork Trail, which later became the Mapleton Hill Road.

Sweet Creek Falls Trail 25 miles — This trail follows the scenic cascading waters of Sweet Creek. Hikers will encounter 11 waterfalls in all, each framed by mossy rocks and ferns and under a canopy of Douglas fir, alder and big leaf maple. This trail consists of four segments ranging from .1 miles to 1.1 miles.

North Fork Siuslaw Campground 27 miles — This campground is open May to September. It offers river access and some amenities.

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PAWN Trail 28 miles — PAWN is a 4,000-foot trail loop named for four families that were very important in the establishment of the post office on the upper part of the North Fork Siuslaw River in the early 1900s.

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Jessie M. Honeyman Memorial State Park 3 miles — This park, the second Siltcoos Recreation Area largest overnight campground 8 miles — Centered between in the state, is known for its the lake of its namesake and the unique campsites, wide-open Oregon Dunes National Recrespace for picnics and play, access ation Area, the Siltcoos area has to local lakes and dunes, dozens its own river, ocean access and of trails, as well as a fishing dock, three campgrounds. boat ramp and boat rentals.

Port of Siuslaw Campground Historic Old Town — With 105 Harbor Vista Park sites along the river, a gazebo, 4 miles — Located off RhodoWi-Fi, restrooms and showers, dendron Drive within the City on-site laundry, cable TV and full of Florence, this campground hookups, the port’s campground has ocean views and river acis a highly appealing spot located a short walk from Historic Old cess. Follow the main road to the North Jetty beach area, which Town in Florence. is popular with hikers, surfers, www.TheSiuslawNews.com

Stonefield Beach 19 miles — Visitors cross smooth, black stones to reach a perfect expanse of beach.

Tahkenitch Campground 13 miles — This campground includes a lake that reaches miles inland to trails, campgrounds and breathtaking viewpoints perfect for birdwatching.

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ATTRACTION Traveling the Oregon coast constitutes a vacation in itself, with many “must see” coastal landmarks just off Highway 101, a designated National Scenic Byway.

All the following attractions are accessible from this route.

C&M Stables Beach and dune rides are the specialty of C&M Stables, located eight miles north of Florence. C&M has been offering coastal horseback riding adventures since 1981. Rides are from one to four hours, depending on 12 the package, and will accommodate between two and 13 riders (www.oregonhorsebackriding.com).

Darlingtonia State Natural Site Located five miles north of Florence, just off Mercer Lake Road, the 18-acre Darlingtonia State Natural Site is the only state park in Oregon dedicated to the preservation of a single plant species, the rare Darlingtonia californica, a carnivorous plant, also called the cobra lily. It traps insects in its tubular, cobra-shaped hood and digests them to supplement the low nitrogen soil of the bogs in which it grows. A well-maintained boardwalk allows for accessible viewing.

Heceta Head Lighthouse Perched on the tip of Heceta Head, 13 miles north of Florence, Heceta Head Lighthouse is a working lighthouse that was built in 1894. The 56-foot-tall landmark stands 205 feet above sea level.

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lighthouse in the United States.

Near the lighthouse is the old assistant lighthouse keeper’s house, which has been turned into an award-winning bed and breakfast (www.hecetalighthouse. com).

Sea Lion Caves An iconic Oregon coast tourist destination since 1932, Sea Lion Caves, 11 miles north of Florence, draws upwards of 150,000 visitors annually to view one of the largest sea grottos in the world, home to the only known winter rookery of Stellar sea lions, as well as California sea lions.

Take the elevator down 208 feet to view the cave and its colony of sea lions.

Sea Lion Caves’ gift shop offers an extensive range of mementos, gifts and snacks. There also is a whale watching deck just below the gift shop that provides a 20-mile view out into the Pacific, perfect for spotting migrating grey whales.

Aero Legends There are few places on earth that can match the pristine natural beauty of the central Oregon coast. Join Aero Legends Biplane Rides on the adventure of a lifetime and strap yourself into a beautifully restored classic open-cockpit Stearman biplane. Several popular tours are available or you can choose where you want to fly.

Visit www.aerolegends.com for more information.

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With the Pacific Ocean as well as many lakes and rivers in and near Florence, water-related activities are as much a part of the Florence scene as Historic Old Town. In fact, neighboring Bay Street is the Port of Siuslaw Boardwalk and campground, right on the Siuslaw River.

The river, named for the Siuslaw Indians, is an active part of coastal culture. For information on the restoration of the Siuslaw, visit Siuslaw Watershed Coun14 cil at Siuslaw.org.

Boating Fishing and crabbing are the principal boating activities around the Florence area, but water skiing on Woahink and Mercer lakes are also popular, as well as sightseeing. Most lakes have easily accessible public boat launch areas. The Siuslaw River has several boat launch ramps between Florence and Mapleton.

There also is a launch location along the Siuslaw River North Fork tributary.

The many other lakes near Florence offer additional paddling opportunities for bird watching, fishing and exploring the natural beauty of the area.

Kayaking, Canoeing & Paddleboarding Florence is gaining a reputation as one of the best paddle destinations on the Oregon coast, if not the entire state. Both the Siuslaw and Siltcoos rivers have designated paddle routes. The 30-mile Siuslaw Water Trail extends up both the Siuslaw and North Fork rivers, as well as circumnavigating Midcoast Wave 2020–2021

Cox Island. Launching from Florence’s Old Town, the trail consists of several separate routes to allow for trips of any duration.

For more information, visit siuslawwatertrail.com, or pick up a brochure at the Florence Area Chamber of Commerce.

Siltcoos River offers an extraordinary paddling adventure along a three-mile journey from Siltcoos Lake to the Pacific Ocean. Launching at the boat ramp on Siltcoos Lake, the narrow, meandering river will take you under Highway 101, over a kayak portage ramp next to a small dam, along intimate beaches and forested hillsides and finally out to the sandy shores of the Pacific Ocean, just in time for a picnic lunch on a nearly deserted sandy beach.

Surfing For the brave souls willing to brave the elements, the Siuslaw River and area beaches offer the chance to surf — wetsuit recommended.

Windsurfing Florence has a well-deserved reputation for being windy. This is good news for windsurfers. Rivers and lakes, especially the ones near the ocean, are known for consistent winds for much of the summer season. The Pacific Ocean near Florence also has steady winds that build in strength in the afternoon.

Windsurfers can catch a ride almost any day on the Siuslaw River. The more adventurous also can jump waves while windsurfing off the gently sloping beach behind the South Jetty. Take South Jetty Road all the way to the end to discover some great ocean windsurfing.

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Port of Siuslaw

Many outdoor activities on the Siuslaw River revolve around the Port of Siuslaw.

Its boat moorage docks, boat launches, boardwalk, RV, camping and biker/hiker campsites along the river in Florence and the convenience dock in Mapleton are all under the jurisdiction of the port. In all, the port is responsible for almost 700 square miles of the Siuslaw River watershed.

The Port of Siuslaw Campground, located along the banks of the Siuslaw River, includes 91 RV hookup sites, 11 campsites, 12 biker/hiker campsites, a wind protected gazebo, boat launch and moorage, and a fish-cleaning station.

All guests have access to laundry and shower/restroom facilities on site.

The campground is conveniently located within easy strolling distance of the many shops and restaurants in Florence’s Histor-

ic Old Town. Other port amenities include a fuel dock, boat hoist, cable TV and Wi-Fi. The port docks of- 15 fer short-term transient moorage and long-term monthly or annual moorage to both recreational and commercial fishing vessels. Visitors often find commercial fishermen selling seasonal catches, such as fresh tuna, right off the boat.

During the summer, the port’s boardwalk area is the location for the popular open-air Old Town Market, as well as the Rhododendron Festival carnival in May and the city’s Fourth of July fireworks show. The boardwalk provides a dramatic, up close vantage point.

Stop by the Port of Siuslaw Office, 100 Harbor St., or call 541-997-3040 for more information.

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The Siuslaw region offers fresh produce, foraged finery and local seafood — both in its award-winning restaurants and local marketplaces.

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The area is also rich in agrarian offerings, from seasonal berries to foraged mushrooms and local produce. Several tours are offered year-round to tour area gardens and to learn about nature’s bounty. Visit RiverCal.org for information on the seasonal Farmers Market, open Tuesdays from 3 to 6 p.m. from May to October. Each weekend in the same season, the Port of Siuslaw Boardwalk Market offers produce and vendors.

FRESH CRAB AND SALMON A long established local seafood market that offers a complete selection of fresh and frozen seafood. Oregon’s freshest seafood at the lowest possible prices.

Stop in for a fresh crab or shrimp cocktail and a cup of clam chowder. Try our smoked salmon and tuna. Take home our own Krab Kettle brand canned albacore tuna available regular, no salt and assorted flavors.

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Local foods are also growing in the area, with tasty blueberries from Clear Lake Blueberry Farm, fresh-caught seafood from Novelli’s Crab & Seafood and Federated Seafood and even some breweries producing batches of beer, like Homegrown Public House & Brewery and Jerry’s Place, Home of What’cha Brewing.

Enjoy the benefits of local organic products at the Florence Farmers Market. Want to start your own plot? Florence First Harvest Community Gardens provides individual plots in the community garden and tips on how to grow the best produce in local soil.

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The Florence area offers a bountiful harvest of seafood for the outdoor enthusiast.

The Siuslaw River is famous for its fall runs of Chinook and Coho salmon, as well as winter steelhead. Clamming on the beaches and mud flats during minus low tides and crabbing off the public docks often result in success. The many lakes surrounding Florence teem with trout, bass and other excellent pan fish. If you are into seafood, then you have definitely come to the right place.

Crabbing Dungeness crab, arguably the finest tasting crabmeat in the world, is a favorite among Florence residents and visitors, and crabbing is a popular family activity. Crabbing is allowed (with a license) off most of the Port of Siuslaw docks, right in Old Town. Another excellent spot is off the public crabbing dock south of Florence near the end of South Jetty Road.

Crab nets or rings as well as crab bait can be purchased or rented from several places in Florence. An annual shellfish license for Oregon residents, which is good for crabbing and clamming, is $10. A three-day license is $19.

Either one will pay for itself with the first legal crab you catch. Anyone over the age of 12 must have a license. The limit is 12 legal male crabs per person. No female crabs may be taken.

The best time to crab is between one hour before to one hour after high or low tide. Gently pull up the slack on the crab line until it feels taught, then quickly pull the crab ring up. If crabs feel movement within the net, they will scatter. Closed traps are the best, as they allow the smaller crabs to escape while keeping in the larger ones.

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Fishing In the state of Oregon, you must have a license to fish or to harvest any shellfish. Check with local sporting goods stores to determine which kind of license you will need.

Each fall, beginning around the middle of August and running through the middle or end of November, the Siuslaw River turns into an angler’s paradise. Chinook salmon, some weighing 30, 40 and even 50 pounds, return to their spawning grounds after spending from three to five years in the ocean.

Coho salmon, their smaller cousins, also return in large numbers. Fishermen come from far and wide to try their luck at catching one or more of these prized sports fish.

You don’t have to be an expert to catch salmon; luck is always part of any good fisherman’s tackle. But you can improve your odds by hiring one of the area’s experienced professional fishing guides. You can also get plenty of free advice at places like True Value Hardware and The Sportsman.

Both sell fishing and crabbing licenses as well.

Winter Steelhead fishing begins later in the winter and runs through April. Steelhead are sea-run rainbow trout that return like salmon to spawn in the same stream they were hatched. Unlike salmon, Steelhead often return to the ocean after spawning. Many fishermen consider the

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Visitors and locals alike find trout fishing in one of the many lakes around Florence a pastime the entire family can enjoy.

One popular fishing lake is Cleawox Lake, three miles south of Florence.

There are several good bank fishing spots and a handicapped accessible fishing dock. Other local lakes where you can fish off the bank, or use the public boat launch, include Munsel and Sutton lakes, north of Florence, and Woahink and Siltcoos lakes south of town.

Most of the fish caught in local lakes are rainbow trout, planted every year by the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife. This ensures a consistent supply.

Clamming There are essentially two types of clamming in the Florence area — bay clamming and beach clamming.

R a z o r clams may be found along stretches of beach north of town. Bay clams include cockle, gaper and softshell.

The daily limit is a total of 20, of which 12 may be gaper or geoduck clams.

The best location for bay clamming in Florence is the wide, flat areas of the Siuslaw River and North Fork, east of town along Highway 126. You will need a shovel, a bucket, a shellfish license and a good low tide.

Razor clams are more challenging and more scarce, but definitely worth the effort. They are one of the most prized of all clams because of their sweet, tender meat. Unlike bay clams, razor clams can dig 19 down into the sand at a surprisingly fast rate when pursued. The razor clam digger must be quick and determined to catch the limit of 15 clams.

For razor clams, you will need a special shovel, or clam gun, a container for clams, a shellfish license and a good minus tide with fair weather. It is best to check with one of the local outdoor stores for advice on where and when to go after razor clams. And always be alert for sneaker waves.

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HAVE FUN! BEACH SAFE! BEWARE THE SNEAKER WAVE

BEWARE OF HIGH, STEEP CLIFFS

They´re called sneaker waves because they appear without warning, often surging high up on the beach with deadly force, and are impossible to predict.

Sneaker waves also carry a large amount of sand that can saturate your clothes, weighing you down and making escape difficult if not impossible.

How to play it safe: Never turn your back on the ocean.

Assume that all cliff edges are unstable. Wet trails or soft sand and earth can make for unstable footing.

Rocks can be slippery even when it isn’t raining.

How to play it safe: Make sure you wear proper footwear, and stick to the trails. Stay behind guard fences and railings, and don´t get too close to the edge.

WATCH THOSE LOGS

Standing at the base of an Oceanside cliff can be dangerous, especially if it has an overhang. In some places, winter storms and high waves have eroded the shoreline, increasing the chance of collapse and slides.

How to play it safe: Beware of falling rocks, and don´t climb on bluffs and eroding hillsides. Don´t walk along the base of cliffs unless absolutely necessary.

The ocean is strong enough to pick up even the biggest log and plop it down on top of you. Some logs may look small, but even the tiny ones can be waterlogged and weigh tons.

How to play it safe: If you see a log in the surf or on wet sand, stay off it.

RIP CURRENTS Rip currents are strong currents of water that rush out to sea. They are stronger than even the best swimmer. These currents can swiftly sweep unwary beachcombers and waders off their feet and out to sea. Rip currents may appear as dark, choppy water.

Any time you see debris and foam floating out to sea, chances are you have found a rip current. Avoid the area.

How to play it safe: Parents keep your kids close when playing in the ocean. If caught in a rip current, don’t panic . Swim parallel to the beach until you are out of the current, then head for the beach.

KNOW THE TIDES Incoming tides isolate rocks from headlands and the shore. Avoid the temptation of strolling out to an interesting rock without knowing when the tide rolls back in. Free tide tables are readily available at state park offices, information centers and many shops and motels.

How to play it safe: Stay off rocks and small, enclosed beaches.

Know when the tide is coming in by visiting the tidetable website at the Hatfield Marine Science Center http://weather.hmsc.oregonstate.edu/weather/ tides/tides.html

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The Florence area is home to two premier 18-hole golf courses and an 18-hole miniature course — all just minutes from the heart of Old Town.

Between these three locations, there are unlimited golfing experiences available to golfers young and old, experienced or novice. Golfers can enjoy a rare mixture of scenic beauty and challenging design that holds true to the game’s Scottish heritage at Ocean Dunes or Florence golf links, or the whimsical fun of Sandland Adventures’ 18-hole miniature course.

1201 35th St. Designed by world-renowned course designer Rees Jones, Florence uses sweeping landscapes and expansive ponds to create a hallmark experience that earned the course accolades as the Best New Public Course in America by Golf Digest in 1993 — with a rating of 4-1/2 out of 5 stars.

The course’s 7,190-yard par-72 course is open all year and includes a driving range, putting green and sand trap practice area.

The Grill and Lounge at Florence Golf Links offers a full bar and creative menu, as well as event space.

For more information, visit www. florencegolflinks.com or call 541-9971940.

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Ocean Dunes Golf Links

3345 Munsel Lake Road This course offers spectacular views as golfers make their way through natural sand dunes left by ancient rivers and seas. Ocean Dunes was designed by well-known architect William Robinson, who kept the wind in mind while creating its low-running shots and high-lofted approaches. The course will challenge the ability of any golfer as they think their way around its unique landscape.

The par-71 course, with 18 holes and a 70 rating, is open to the public. It is a favorite for locals and travelers alike and offers a clubhouse and snack bar.

For more information, call 541-9973232 or visit www.threeriverscasino. com/golf.

Sandland Adventures

85366 Highway 101 In addition to being home to one of the area’s most exciting dune buggy experiences, Sandland Adventures also hosts an 18-hole miniature golf course that includes waterfalls, flowers, an enchanted castle and rich landscaping for golfers young and old.

The adventures don’t stop there — after golfing, you can ride the dunes, have fun bumping and splashing on the bumper boats, race on the Grand Prix style gokart track or take a ride on the Cloverline Railroad, a half-mile tour of 9 acres of property, including a tunnel, wooded areas, gardens, lakes and more.

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Public Art The City of Florence remotely Committee (PAC) met working of Oct. 26 with the task committee’s towards finalizing the n. The end kpla Wor suggested City be presented result of this work will ncil for Cou City nce to the Flore 16 meetconsideration at its Nov. ds and boar city the all ing, when their it commission will subm -23 bienni2021 the for osals prop um. en Springer PAC chairperson Harl with a preview opened the meeting ld be workof what the group wou the council ing on to present to recap of the and then turned the rities over to prio PAC of g reworkin omic DevelSarah Moehrke, Econ lyst.

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SEEING THE SIGHTS

Whale Watching Every year, thousands of grey whales migrate from the frigid waters of Alaska’s Bering and Beaufort seas south to the warm shallow waters of Mexico’s Baja Peninsula. There, the females give birth and then return in the spring — an annual journey of more than 10,000 miles.

The whales pass through Oregon waters near the end of December on their way south and again toward the end of March on their way back north with their calves. As many as 18,000 whales pass along the Oregon coast during those times.

Look for Oregon’s annual Whale Watching Weeks and visit 24 staffed locations along the coast. During these weeks, trained volunteers will be available to help visitors spot whales and answer questions.

The three designated whale watching locations closest to Florence are the Sea Lion Caves turnout, Cook’s Chasm and the Cape Perpetua Interpretive Center, all north of town on Highway 101.

Binoculars and warm clothes are standard whale watching gear. Calm days and elevated locations are best for spotting whales. www.TheSiuslawNews.com

27 Birdwatching There are hundreds of spots along the Oregon coast popular with birdwatchers. In fact, more than 18 million people visit the coast annually to see the dozens of native species of birds that make the Florence area their home.

In the South Jetty area, birdwatchers gather in the third parking lot for a good view of the marsh.

Shorebirds can be spotted past the foredunes and to the beach, as well as among the tidal flats. A cormorant rookery can be seen from the port.

Both Cleawox and Woahink lakes provide freshwater and mature forests for a diverse community of bird species. To the north, Cape Perpetua and Sea Lion Caves are popular viewing points for shorebirds.

To the east, head inland to area trails. Along the way, look for birds big and small, from eagles to finches.

At Siltcoos Lake, winter and summer provide views of an abundance of ducks and coots. Also in the Siltcoos area, birders can go to the Waxmyrtle Trail and Lagoon Campground, where the many kinds of birds can be seen.

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From Heceta Head to Coos Bay, from sea level to as high as 500 feet, the Oregon Dunes National Recreational Area offers a wealth of recreation for everyone — from those who enjoy a quiet hike or horseback ride and the possible sighting of wildlife to those who enjoy an action-packed adventure on two or four wheels.

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Florence provides the northernmost access to the Oregon Dunes National Recreational Area (ODNRA), a beautiful expanse rich in biodiversity and options for recreation. The dunes stretch for 31,566 acres within the Siuslaw National Forest and is administered by the United States Forest Service.

It is so visually striking that it inspired author Frank Herbert to research and write the famous science fiction novel “Dune” in 1965, as well as the subsequent series.

People can experience the dunes themselves every day and in every weather.

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dunes on a sandrail or grab a friend and take on the sand yourself on a dirt bike or all-terrain vehicle (ATV), also known as a quad. There are few marked trails, so check in with local sand-related agencies and let people know where you plan to go before heading into the area.

Just 10 miles south of Florence, the Oregon Dunes Overlook offers breathtaking views of the dunes and the ocean, as well as guided tours by ODNRA rangers. A threemile roundtrip trail through the dunes to the beach gives hikers the opportunity to explore every aspect of this unique landscape.

Wheelchair accessible

sites, such as Lagoon or Taylor Dune Trail and Oregon Dunes Day Use, open the wonders of the dunes to all visitors.

In 2014, the Siuslaw National Forest convened a group of stakeholders concerned about the threat to the dunes ecosystem and recreational opportunities due to the rapid spread of invasive species.

The Oregon Dunes Restoration Collaborative has since developed a strategy for how to restore the dunes.

In 2018, in an effort to raise public awareness, the group released this strategy as a coffee-table book along with a digital version on their companion website, www.

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Sand, wind & sun in the Oregon Dunes Sandboarding In addition to being the world’s first sandboard park, Sand Master Park is home to the best rides, equipment and sandboarding instructors in the world. During the summer, the park also hosts competitions that draw champion sandboarders to compete for the world title.

The park is at 5351 Highway 101 in Florence.

For more information, call 541-997-6006 or visit www.sandmasterpark.com.

ATV riding Dune lovers who prefer motorized entertainment descend upon “The Hill” and the other popular off-highway vehicle (OHV) riding areas off South Jetty Road, less than a mile south of the Siuslaw River Bridge in Florence.

For sand adventurers who prefer

someone else do the driving, both Sandland Adventures and Sand Dunes Frontier offer rides on OHVs that seat as few as four — or as many as 34 — riders.

Both are located south of Florence along Highway 101. For more information, visit www.sandland.com or www.sanddunesfrontier.com.

ATV and OHV camping Eight miles south of Florence, the Siltcoos Recreation Area offers several campgrounds with OHV staging areas and direct access to the dunes.

Beachcombing Long sandy beaches stretch for miles in either direction from the mouth of the Siuslaw River. There are many pullouts and parking spots along South Jetty Road. A short hike up and over the dunes will reward you with a breathtaking view of the Pacific Ocean and un-crowded miles of beachcombing.

On the north side of the mouth of the Siuslaw River, the wide, flat beach

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Hiking, exploring & birdwatching About eight miles north of Florence is Baker Beach, a popular place for hikers who want to explore sand and beach in areas less traveled by the tourists. Birdwatchers and horseback riders also enjoy this 29 beach for all it has to offer. At its northernmost point, the sand abruptly gives way to the rocks at the base of Heceta Head.

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A casual stroll in Old Town can take several hours as people shop for fine art, gourmet foods, fun fashions, vintage décor and the best in books. Pull up a chair for fine outdoor dining at 1285 Restobar, featuring Italian entrees and appetizers, or Bridgewater Fish House, offering eclectic seafood and American favorites. Local pubs provide regional flavors in beer, wine and cider. Plus, there are two coffee shops, River Roasters by the Siuslaw÷øùRiver Bridge and Old Town Coffee and Gallery by the Port of Siuslaw Boardwalk.

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Rent recreational vehicles through Torex ATV Rentals, Sand Dunes Frontier or Sandland Adventures, which also offer group dune buggy tours through the scenic dunes.

Visit Sand Master Park, the world’s first sandboard park, for lessons on sandboarding and to rent boards.

A hike in the dunes can provide glimpses into protected wildlife areas and the fragile ecosystem of the dunes. Groups are working to preserve the dunes by removing invasive species and beach grass to keep the dunes flowing free. Several trail heads and day use areas provide access to the dunes, including ADA-accessible locations.

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3. Coastal adventures A favorite destination just north of town on Highway 101 is Heceta Head Lighthouse State Scenic Viewpoint. Featuring the most-photographed lighthouse in Oregon and a sandy cove perfect for splashing around, Heceta Head is a great place to play catch, relax on the sand, eat a picnic lunch and take a moderate, halfmile hike up to the lighthouse. A day-use parking permit is required.

Heading south from the lighthouse is Sea Lion Caves, a large sea grotto that is home to a year-round colony of Stellar sea lions. An average herd of 200 sea lions occupy the region and can be seen sunning on the rocks. With the cost of admission, people can take an elevator down to a view area inside the cave system. It is a sight, sound and smell not to be missed.

Just outside of Florence is C&M Stables, the local beach and trail horseriding business. The stables offer several options to saddle up and explore local trails or ride along the sand. Riders must be 5 years old or older. For more info, visit www.oregonhorsebackriding.com.

4-5. Dine Out & Stay In Florence prides itself on dozens of delicious restaurants, both in and out of Historic Old Town. Newer favorites include food trucks, Nosh Eatery, Off Bay Street Bistro and The Pono Hukilau, as well as familiar favorites Waterfront Depot, 1285 Restobar, Bridgewater Fish House, Little Brown Hen and many more.

Ready to rest your head? The area is home to award-winning hotels, including Old Town Inn and the Riverhouse Inn, as well as many more. No matter where you stay, be prepared to wake up for more of Oregon’s Coastal Playground! 31

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Live Entertainment Florence is home to talented acting troupes and skilled performers.

The Last Resort Players theater company performs dramas and comedies seasonally at the FEC. Find current season information at www. lastresortplayers.com.

It’s About Time Productions performs several shows throughout the year, including dinner murder mysteries. For more information, go to www.face book.com/IATProd.

Children’s Repertory of Oregon Workshops (CROW) hosts workshops and classes for youth and adults at 32 its building, 3120 Highway 101 in Florence. Come see the cast of 60 children, ages 3 to 21, perform charming versions of popular musicals and fairy tales. A full contingent of volunteers teaches students to sing, dance and act and work on and off stage. Find current season information and year-round activities at crowkids.com.

For more adult entertainment, Florence is also home to drag queens Fanny Rugburn and Ana Khonda, who perform throughout Oregon.

Florence Events Center Florence is the “City in Motion,” and nowhere is this truer than at Florence Events Center (FEC), 715 Quince St., where there is “Always Something Happening.”

This gorgeous facility features 21,000 square feet of space, a nearly 8,000 sq. ft. dividable flat

floor, a 450-seat state-of-the-art performance hall, conference rooms, on-site catering, and a staff that works extra hard to create a memorable event for four to 400 people.

Outstanding annual events keep audiences returning to the FEC, such as the Florence Festival of Books in September, juried art shows in Galleries One and Five and jazz and music festivals.

SEAcoast Enter tainment Association presents a concert series each year that brings notable performers to town, and local performing groups, like Community Chorus of Florence, hold concerts throughout the year.

Visit online at eventcenter.org or call 541-997-1994.

Three Rivers Casino Resort Three Rivers Casino Resort, 5647 Highway 126, offers card games, slot machines, karaoke, giveaways, dining and concerts, in addition to operating a hotel and golf course. Headliners such as America, The Monkeys, Smothers Brothers, Crystal Gayle, 38 Special and Tony Orlando dazzle audiences in the casino’s 700-seat concert venue. Bands rock out to all genres, including local performers.

The 15,500-square-foot gaming facility is open 24 hours a day. There’s so much happening in Florence with golf tournaments, concerts and other events that Three Rivers Casino recently expanded to Coos Bay.

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Reserve everything from one room to the entire Florence Events Center for your board retreat, reception, memorial, gallery opening, car club, coffee meet-up and more. For additional resources, contact the Florence Area Chamber of Commerce or go to RiverCal.org to see what the Siuslaw region can set up for you.

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Port of Siuslaw Campground & Marina 100 Harbor St. www.portofsiuslaw.com

Driftwood Shores Resort & Conference Center 88416 First Ave. www.driftwoodshores.com

Siuslaw Public Library 1460 Ninth St. www.siuslawlibrary.info

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New Year’s Day Winter Music Festival

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Crab Crack Fraudville FEC Indoor Yard Sale

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Rotary Auction Home & Garden Show Community Job Fair PTA Talent Show Be Ready Disaster Expo

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Early Rhody Flower Show Community Health Fair CROW presents Spring Musical

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Oregon Dunes Triathlon Rhododendron Festival Rhody Flower Show Spring Dance Showcase Florence Big Wave PoetryFest

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Florence Area Chamber of Commerce Siuslaw Awards www.TheSiuslawNews.com

Mapleton & Siuslaw High School Graduations Fore Kids Golf Classic Kiwanis Golf Scramble Library Summer Reading Program

JULY

4th of July Celebration Wings & Wheels Fly-In Oregon Coast Military Museum Celebration Power of Florence Van Fans Ice Cream Social CROW Summer Theater Camps City of Florence Block Party

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Siuslaw Athletic Booster Club Banquet Florence Police Department National Night Out Siuslaw Open Golf Tournament

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Habitat for Humanity Beach Walk Florence Community-wide Garage Sale Rods ’n’ Rhodies Florence Festival of Books For updates, visit TheSiuslawNews.com, FlorenceChamber.com and RiverCal.org.

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Florence Chamber Wine Walk & Chowder Trail Boomer & Senior Expo Okto-Fur-Fest 35 Wiener Dog Races Library demARTS KCST Great Pumpkin Giveaway Scare-CROW Haunted Maze

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Veterans Day Parade Food Share Pounding Kiwanis Community Thanksgiving Dinner Last Resort Players Fall Show

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Where to Worship Where to Dine Where to Stay Where to Camp Where to Shop

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WORSHIP Cross Road Assembly Of God Corner of 10th & Maple- 541-997-3533 Sunday Live Services: 9am & 11am (please pre-register) Facebook Streaming: 11am Sunday morning https://www.florencecrossroadag.org/church-online Other platforms update after the service. florencecrossroadag.org office@florencecrossroadag.org First Baptist Church - SBC 1935 25th St. 541-997-7660 Pastor, Ron Allen A friendly place to worship, vacationers welcome. firstbaptistflorence.org See our ad below.

Resurrection Lutheran Church, L.C.M.S. Every Sun., Bible Class 9 a.m., Worship Service 10 a.m.

85294 Hwy. 101 S. – 541-997-8038 DVD of Weekly worship service available. www.puppro.wixite.com/rlcflorence Saint Mary, Our Lady of the Dunes Catholic Church 1.5 miles South of river on Hwy 101 541-997-2312 www.ourladyofthedunes.org See our ad below.

St Andrew’s Episcopal Church 2135 19th St. – 997-6600 www.standrewsflorence.org St Andrew’s Welcomes You Worship Services Sunday at 9am and Wednesday at 11am Labyrinth & Garden Open Daily 8am - 5pm

FLORENCE CHURCH OF CHRIST Pre-Denominational (Romans 16:16) 1833 Tamarack Street (2 blocks east of Hwy. 101 on 18th St.) Bible Study: Sunday 10 a.m.; Worship: Sunday 11 a.m. www. churchofchrist orence.org

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Florence United Methodist Church 2nd & Kingwood • (541) 997-6025 Link to Sunday services at www.florenceunitedmethodist.org or find us on Facebook.

Foursquare Church 1624 Highway 101 (next to A&W) –- 997-6337 Pastor George Pagel – Something for the entire family.

Sun. Services: 10:45 a.m., Wed. Bible Study 7 p.m.

Website:florence4square.com New Life Lutheran Church, E.L.C.A. 21st & Spruce Street – 997-8113 Worship service: Sun. 10:30am Welcome to all! www.florencenewlifelutheran.org

St. Mary’s Our Lady of the Dunes Catholic Church Father Panneer Selvam 8560 S. Hwy 101 Florence, OR 97439 541-997-2312 www.ourladyofthedunes.org

Mass times limited to 100, Please call the office to sign up.

Mass: Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday@9:00 am Saturday@5:30pm Sunday@11:00 am www.TheSiuslawNews.com

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 1935 E. 25th Street • Florence, Oregon Office phone: 541-997-7660 E-mail: info@firstbaptistflorence.org Website: www.firstbaptistflorence.org

If you are traveling through coastal Oregon, looking for a new place of worship or considering a relocation to our area, we would love to have you be our guest.

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FOOD & DRINK DIRECTORY

FLORENCE 1285 Restobar abdefh$ 1285 Bay St. 541-902-8338 A&W Restaurant abej$ 17th & Highway 101 541-997-8124 Abby’s Pizza Inn of Florence abcej$ 1374 Highway 101 541-997-6608 Bay Street Grill 1341 Bay Street Unit E 541-902-9033

Bodega 180 Laurel Street 541-997-1508

Eatwell Organic Noodle 2465 Hwy 101 541-961-4071

Ichiban Restaurant 1179 Hwy 101 541-997-8868

Bridgeport Market 75 Harbor Street, Ste 100 541-997-5091

Eatwell Organic Noodles Food Truck 2465 Hwy 101 541-961-4071

International C-Food Market 1498 Bay Street 541-997-9646

Bridgewater Restaurant abcdefghj$ 1297 Bay Street 541-997-1133 Chen’s Family Dish 3620 North Highway 101 541-902-2020 chensfamilydish.com Clawson’s Wheelhouse 820 Hwy 101 541-590-3669

Beachcomber 1355 & 1367 Bay Street 541-997-6357

Dominos abej$ 2775 Hwy 101 Suite A 541-901-3030 Open Late, We Deliver

Best Thai Cuisine 1565 W 9th Street 541-997-5229 Bj’s Ice Cream Parlor 2930 Highway 101 541-997-7286 1441 Bay Street, Old Town 541-902-7828

Dunes Cafe 1780 Highway 126 541-997-5799

Firehouse Restaurant 1263 Bay Street 541-997-2800 Florence Dairy Queen 125 Highway 101 541-997-3672 Fresh Harvest Cafe 3056 Hwy 101 541-997-4051 Game Thyme Food Truck 512-948-5843 The Hukilau 185 Highway 101 541-991-1071 Homegrown Public House 294 Laurel Street 541-997-4886

Ixtapa Florence 1015 Highway 101 North 541-997-4499 Jerry’s Place Bar & Grill 88274 Rhododendron Dr. 541-997-3815 Kathleen & Nina’s Pie and Specialty Rest 3611 Highway 101 541-997-7004 La Pomodori 1415 7th St 541-902-2525 Little Brown Hen Café 435 Hwy. 101 541-902-2449

Amenities: Breakfast

Homegrown Wildcrafters Kitchen & Deli 249 Maple Street 541-997-5916

Lunch Dinner Beer/Wine Only Cocktails Casual

Open for take-out, sidewalk & patio seating

Outdoor Seating

We are doing everything we can to safely serve our community.

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Fine Dining Old Town Entertainment Handicap Accessible Pizza • Burgers • Chicken Open 11:00 AM daily.

Open late for dine-in or take out.

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Los Amigos Burrito 529 Highway 101 541-997-6494

Papa Murphy’s Take & Bake Pizza 1737 12th Street 541-997-7272

Los Compadres Taqueria 397 Highway 101 541-997-1647 10am – 9pm “ Best margaritas in town” Lovejoy’s Restaurant & Tea Room kaefh$ 195 Nopal St. 541-902-0502 Mari’s Kitchen kabcdgefhj$$ 1277 Bay Street 541-305-2041 McDonalds of Florence 2060 Highway 101 541-997-5046 Mo’s Restaurant 1436 Bay St. 541-997-2185

Pizza Hut 1940 Highway 101 541-997-7770 Rosa’s Florence Mexican Restaurant 2825 Highway 101 541-997-1144 Rosemary’s Chocolates 954 Nopal Street 541-997-1247 Subway - North 1849 - 42nd Street 541-997-6311 Subway Sandwiches Dunes Shopping Center 541-997-6311 Sweet Magnolia Bakery 182 Laurel St 541-997-2959

Nosh eatery 1269 Bay Street 541-997-5899

Three Rivers Casino Resort Blue Bills Sports Bar & Tap Room 5647 Highway 126 541-997-PLAY (7529) threeriverscasino.com

Amenities: Breakfast Lunch Dinner Beer/Wine Only

Three Rivers Casino Resort Bonfire 5647 Highway 126 541-997-PLAY (7529) threeriverscasino.com Three Rivers Casino Resort Riverside Food Court 5647 Highway 126 541-997-PLAY (7529) threeriverscasino.com Traveler’s Cove 1362 Bay Street 541-997-6845

Cocktails Casual Outdoor Seating Fine Dining Old Town Entertainment Handicap Accessible

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Venny’s Coffee 101 1517 Highway 101 Waterfront Depot Restaurant & Bar 1252 Bay Street 541-902-9100

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Off Bay Street Bistro abcdgefhj$$ 165 Maple Street Florence, Oregon 97439 541-590-3569 Thursday & Sunday 11:30 AM-8PM Friday & Saturday 11:30 AM -9PM

Tacos Marias 1445 9th Street 541-590-0288 The Hukilau 185 Highway 101 541-991-1071

Darci Clark, Realtor 541-999-2346 Let a Local Realtor Work For you.

Pizza • Chicken • Sandwiches Pasta • Breads and Sides • Desserts • Drinks

WE DELIVER!

2775 Highway 101 Suite A, Florence, OR • (541) 901-3030 Sunday-Thursday: 10:30AM-12AM Saturday & Sunday: 10:30am - 1AM www.TheSiuslawNews.com

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Economy Inn 3829 Highway 101, Florence OR 800-630-2689 or 541-997-7115 economyinn2016@gmail.com economyinnflorence.com

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Le Chateau Inn 1084 Coast Highway 101 Florence, 541-997-3481

Lighthouse Inn 155 Highway 101 866-997-3221 • 541-997-3221 lighthouseinn@oregonfast.net www.lighthouseflorence.com Pets allowed with nightly fee, 35# limit.

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Silver Sands Motel 1449 Highway 101, Florence OR 541-997-3459 silversandsmotel123@outlook.com silversandsflorence.com

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Beer/wine pub with a million dollar view.

We’re at the heart of your Oregon Coast adventure!

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Harbor Vista Campground 87658 Harbor Vista Rd, .......................................................................................................................................................(541) 682-2000 Heceta Beach RV Park 04636 Heceta Beach Rd, ................................................................................................................................................................(541) 997-7664 Jessie M Honeyman 84505 Hwy 101 South,........................................................................................................................................................................ (800) 452-5687 Lakeshore RV Park

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Port of Siuslaw RV Park & Marina 100 Harbor St. 541-997-3040 portofsiuslaw.com The park has 124 sites: 28 waterfront with full hook-ups; 70 Full hook-ups and 23 water and electric. All sites include basic cable, TV connections. Moorage facilities are also available. Check with the campground office on reserving a slip. Nestled in Old Town, away from the busy highways, the park offers in-town conveniences with an “off the beaten path” setting. Pets Allowed.

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Your campsite is within minutes from Competition Hill, plus being within a short walking distance to our Gift Shop, Snack bar, Mini Golf and Restrooms.

Siuslaw/Alder Dune Campground, 89630 Hwy 101........................................................................................................................................................ (541) 547-3679 Siuslaw/Driftwood II, Florence, ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... (541) 271-6000 Siuslaw/Lagoon, Florence, ................................................................................................................................................................................................................... (541) 271-6000 Siuslaw/Waxmyrtle, Siltcoos Beach Access Rd, .......................................................................................................................................................................... (541) 271-6000 South Jetty RV & Camping Resort, Siuslaw National Forest - Supervisor’s Office, 05010 S Jetty Rd, ............................................................. (541) 997-8296

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Woahink Lake RV Resort, 83570 Hwy101 S, (541) 997-6454 www.TheSiuslawNews.com

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SHOP All About Olives 541-997-3174 1411 Bay St. Florence, OR 97439 Ârtêfacts 541-991-3322 1255 Bay Street Florence, OR 97439 Backstreet Gallery 541-997-8980 1421 Bay St. Florence, OR 97439 Bay Street Tee’s 1499 Bay St. Florence, OR 97439 BeauxArts Fine Art Materials & Gallery 541-991-8213 2285 Hwy 101 Suite H/Box 3 Florence, OR 97439 Bicycles 101 1537 - 8th Street 541-997-5717 Blue Dolphin Antiques 575-A Hwy 101 541-997-2755 Blue Heron Gallery 541-997-7993 1385 Bay St. Florence, OR 97439 Bonjour! Inc. 541-997-8194 1336 Bay St. Florence, OR 97439 Books ‘N’ Bears 541-997-5979 1255 Bay St. Florence, OR 97439 Coins for All Ages 493 Hwy 101 541-997-9202 Driftwood Trading Company 1431 Bay Street 541-590-3705 Midcoast Wave 2020–2021

Florence Antiques & Coast Jewelers 541-997-8104 1220 Bay St. #100 Florence, OR 97439 Florence Grocery Outlet 541-997-0343 2066 HWY 101 Florence, OR 97439 Florence in Bloom 541-997-5391 1234 Rhododendron Dr. Florence, OR 97439 Florence Regional Arts Alliance 541-997-4435 120 Maple St. Florence, OR 97439

Lakeshore Myrtlewood 541-997-8563 83530 Hwy 101 S. Florence, OR 97439

Of Land & Sea 541-997-1904 1388 Bay St. Florence, OR 97439

Laurel Bay Gardens 541-997-5973 88493 Hwy 101 N. Florence, OR 97439

Odds-N-Ends/Wizard of Odds 1384 Bay Street 541-902-0602

Leather Works 1350 Bay Street 541-997-3106 Linda’s Affordable Thrift Store & Estate 3678 Hwy 101 541-997-1030 MANNA 1297 Bay Street 323-877-2595

Olde Harbour Saltbox 129 Maple Street 541-999-4311 P. S. Winkles 541-902-7901 1335 Bay Street Florence, OR 97439 Periwinkle Station 541-902-7901 1308 Bay Street Florence, OR 97439

Found 1300 Bay Street Suite 541-991-3722 Goodwill 541-997-4066 1310 Highway 101 Florence, OR 97439 Heffy’s Gallery 231-590-0158 1856 37th Street Florence, Oregon 97439 Jambo World Crafts 1348 Bay Street 541-867-6438 Jawsome Kids Resale 1901 Hwy 101 541-999-0734 Joy of Quilting 2970 Hwy 101 541-999-8225 Kitchen Klutter 541-997-6060 1258 Bay St. Florence, OR 97439

SIUSLAW PIONEER MUSEUM

is the home of historic displays, pictures and other information about the Siuslaw River area, including The Pioneers and the City of Florence.

278 Maple St, Florence Oregon 541-997-7884

Museum Hours: Open Weekends (Sat/Sun.) Noon to 4pm Please double check website for the most current hours www.siuslawpioneermuseum.com A Siuslaw News Publication

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SHOP Purple Pelican Antique Mall 541-997-2220 478 Hwy 101 Florence, OR 97439

The Chicken Coop on Maple 541-991-7739 129 Maple St. Florence, OR 97439

Silver Lining Boutique 2217 Highway 101 Florence, Oregon 97439 541-997-2440

The Jolly Egret 1312 Bay Street 541-991-3842

Socks to a Tee 1341 Bay St. #F Old Town Florence 541-902-5222

The River Gallery 541-902-2505 1335 Bay St. Florence, OR 97439

Sticks and Stones Gallery 541-997-3196 1368 Bay St., Unit A Florence, OR 97439

The Studios at Jayne Smoley Design 541-991-0110 1458 1st Street Florence, OR 97439

Stitch & Sole 541-997-7463 1377 Bay Street Florence, OR 97439

Thrifty Threads 541-991-6196 168 Maple St. Florence, OR 97439

Twin Lake Store & Florence North Liquors #1266 88940 Hwy 101 Florence, OR 97439 (541) 997-3021 Waterlily Studio 541-997-7339 1340 Bay St. Florence, OR 97439

Wind Drift Gallery 541-997-9182 125 Maple St. Florence, OR 97439

OUT OLIV B A L AL Wind Drift Kites 541-997-9182 1395 Bay St. Florence, OR 97439

ALL ABOUT OLIVES 1341 Bay St. #F Florence, OR 97439 541-902-5222 Locally owned & operated

Extra Virgin Olive Oils, Balsamic Vinegars, Stuffed Olives, Pickled Vegetables, Dips, Pickled Garlic. We also have a large variety of housewares, aprons, coasters, & kitchen gadgets.

1141 Bay St. Old Town Florence allaboutolives.us

Art Materials BeauxArts

Come Visit, Engage & Create!

Whether you are a novice or master artist, BeauxArts is your one stop shop. We carry various types of paints, mediums, surfaces, drawing materials, artists tools, & other creative helpers. Be inspired at what you’ll discover!

EMPOWERING YOUR CREATIVITY 2285 Highway 101 •

Coastal Fitness Plaza

Florence • 541.991.8213 facebook.com/BeauxArtsFineArtMaterials www.TheSiuslawNews.com

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Feeling Under the Weather?

Far away appointments do not feel good. For your convenience, PeaceHealthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s local Walk-in Clinic offers same-day care; no appointment is needed. Walk in to begin feeling better. For wait times and more helpful clinic information, visit peacehealth.org/phmg/florence.

PeaceHealth Medical Group n Florence Walk-in Clinic 390 9th Street n Florence, OR 97439 n 541-997-7134

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v e r O 3 g n 0 i t a Y r e b e a rs l e C in Real Estate VOTED #1 REALTOR 6 YEARS Siuslaw News Best of Florence

J

im Hoberg is a Florence native and

Jim employs a true team style approach to

has been working in Real Estate Real Estate. Each member of the team at since 1989. He has served as a Realtor West Coast Real Estate is knowledgeable

for over 30 years. He has obtained several designations that require continuing education and keeps him on the cutting

about the Real Estate market in Florence and the surrounding areas. Over the years Jim and his team have helped many

edge of the industry. With every transaction he puts this knowledge and experience to work for his clients.

people with their Real Estate planning and discovering why Florence is such a great place to live.

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