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Situated half way along the spectacular Oregon coast, Florence offers a taste of everything that makes the region grand — from the serenity of its forests and sparkling lakes to the magnificent mountains of sand and the historic Old Town.

ANY TIME OF YEAR a trip to Florence means opportunities to fish rivers, lakes and ocean, and enjoy every water sport known to mankind; hike beach and mountain trails; dash up and over giant sand dunes; stroll along the Port of Siuslaw boardwalk and through Bay Street shops in Old Town; play a round of golf or a game of chance at the local casino; or tuck away in a beach-side cottage.

In summer the weather is warm and mild. By fall, those “in the know” head for the coast because the sun is out and the crowds aren’t.

In winter, storm watchers and beachcombers know the best places around town for a secret holiday.

Florence consistently ranks as one of the best places in the nation to retire, and it’s the warm sense of community — amid the slew of outdoor activities, friendly shops and

the multitude of complete service providers — that invites people to return again and again, many of whom settle into a new home or into retirement.

Whether you’re a visitor or have made the choice to make Florence your home, you’ll always find something new to do here. Discover Florence and all that it has to offer in the 2014-15 Midcoast Wave Visitors Guide.

Table of Contents Historic Old Town . . . . . . . . . 6-9 Honoring Veterans . . . . . . . . . . 8 Port of Siuslaw . . . . . . . . . . 10-12 Arts & Entertainment . . . . 13-15 Calendar of Events

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Rhododendron Festival

. . 20-21 A publication of the

Whale Watching . . . . . . . . . 22-23 Florence Area Map

Siuslaw News

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P.O. Box 10 • 148 Maple Street • Florence, OR 97439 • (541) 997-3441 www.TheSiuslawNews.com

Attractions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26-30 Do the Dunes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

PUBLISHER John Bartlett

PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR Ron Annis

Parks & Beaches . . . . . . . . . 31-35

GENERAL MANAGER Jenna Bartlett

Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36-38

EDITORIAL Theresa Baer – Editor Ryan Cronk – Features Editor Jack Davis Ned Hickson

COMPOSITION Peggy McHale Carolyn Nordahl

Birdwatching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Golfing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39-40

ADVERTISING Susan Gutierrez – Director Jeanna Petersen Roxanne Bowman & Kate Fishback

Lodging & Dining . . . . . . . 41-45

PRESS MANAGER Jeremy Gentry DESIGN/LAYOUT & COVER PHOTO Ryan Cronk INSIDE PHOTOS Editorial Staff & Contributors

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EXPLORE HISTORIC OLD TOWN

SIUSLAW RIVER WATERFRONT

Tucked under the famed Siuslaw River Bridge is the heart of Florence — Historic Old Town. Take a stroll along the riverside sidewalks and boardwalk for a glimpse of the town that sprung up here in the late 1800s.

FLORENCE AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Visitors Center sits atop the entrance to Old Town at 290 Highway 101. Stop by for information about every facet of this area.

FOR A COOL BREAK, step into the Old Town pocket park and gazebo and relax while taking in views of the lively Siuslaw River.

A UNIQUE VARIETY OF SHOPS, galleries and restaurants line Bay Street and the side streets, where some offer patio or sidewalk seating. Motels, bed-andbreakfast inns and other vacation rentals provide comfortable access to the downtown area.

THE CITY’S BELOVED LANDMARK, the Siuslaw River Bridge, was designed by Oregon’s most famous engineer, Conde McCullough, and opened for traffic in 1936. The art deco structure changed the face of the Florence area, its economy and its residents’ ability to travel and transport.

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Preserving history...

FOR A RICH HISTORY of the area, visit the Siuslaw Pioneer Museum, located in the renovated 1905 schoolhouse, later known as the Callison building, on Maple Street.

MANY OF THE POPULAR establishments in Old Town have preserved their early 1900’s architecture. Several historic buildings are marked with signs explaining their heritage. For instance, the Kyle Building, now the Bridgewater Restaurant, was the first mercantile here built in 1901.

VISITORS SEEKING A PEACEFUL STROLL or a place to observe the local waterfront should head for the Port of Siuslaw boardwalk in Old Town. Overlooking the commercial moorage basin, the boardwalk offers the perfect spot for gazing out over the Siuslaw River as well as viewing the port’s daily operations.

Honoring our veterans Florence pays tribute to local service men and women.

Each year the town shows gratitude for the service and sacrifice of our armed forces, both active duty and veterans, at the annual Veterans Day Parade, held rain or shine on Nov. 11 in Old Town.

Military vehicles, bands, floats, marching groups and many others participate.

Veteran’s Memorial Park, the site of the annual Memorial Day observance ceremony, honors past military members with a dedicated memorial wall. The park sits near the intersection of Bay and Kingwood streets along the Siuslaw River.

Finishing touches are being made to the Oregon Coast Military Heritage Museum, which will provide education about the military as well as display veterans’ artifacts and memorabilia from their service. The museum, on Kingwood Street near the Florence Municipal Airport, is tentatively set to open later this year.

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SIUSLAW RIVER BRIDGE INTERPRETIVE CENTER, the city’s newest park, is a gathering spot off Bay Street 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.

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A WEALTH OF RHODODENDRONS inhabit Florence, also known as the City of Rhododendrons, and produce large clusters of colorful flowers. The plant is the inspiration behind the city’s annual Rhododendron Festival, the third oldest flower festival on the West Coast.

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VOYA G E TO THE PORT

PORT OF SIUSLAW

With quick access to the Pacific Ocean, the Port of Siuslaw is a paradise for sport and commercial fishermen, encompassing nearly 700 miles of the Siuslaw River watershed with 30 nearby freshwater lakes.

PORT FACILITIES INCLUDE a commercial wharf, marinas, fuel dock, hoist, boat launch and RV Campground with on-site amenities and a hiker/biker tent area.

MULTIPLE LANDINGS OFF THE BOARDWALK will lead visitors directly to the docks, where you can wander through the tied up boats, go crabbing and fishing or, if you’re lucky, catch a glimpse of seals, herons and other creatures in the river.

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is used throughout the year for such major activities as the Rhododendron Festival carnival, the annual Fourth of July fireworks show and a seasonal outdoor market in the summer.

FISHERS, CRABBERS AND BOATERS also use this area as the starting point to stock up on supplies or sell their goods.

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For more information about the Port of Siuslaw, call 541-997-3040 or visit portofsiuslaw.com.

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Camping convenience...

NESTLED IN HISTORIC OLD TOWN and away from the busy highways, the hiker/biker tent area at the Port of Siuslaw offers in-town conveniences with an “off-thebeaten-path” setting on the Siuslaw River. There are restrooms, showers, laundry, Wi-Fi, water, wind breaks with bolts to lock your bicycle, and shopping/restaurants a few blocks away. This area is hike-in or bike-in only.

No motorized vehicles are allowed. Rates are reasonable and stays are limited to seven consecutive nights per month.

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Art galleries, theater groups and musicians all thrive in the Florence area, providing top-notch entertainment year-round at the Florence Events Center, Three Rivers Casino and Hotel and other venues around town.

THREE RIVERS CASINO AND HOTEL, 5647 Highway 126, is the largest commercial venue in Florence. The 15,500-square-foot gaming facility is open 24 hours every day offering hundreds of slot machines and table games, multiple restaurants, a hotel and an events center that features world-class entertainment and concerts. The casino also operates Ocean Dunes Golf Links, an 18-hole golf course at 3345 Munsel Lake Road.

A FOLLIES HOLLY JOLLY

MANY GALLERIES AND BUSINESSES regularly display high-quality artwork from talented artists who live and work here. The artwork is diverse — oils and watercolors, textiles, glass, photography, sculpture, mixed media and more.

FULL SLATE OF

ENTERTAINMENT,

from live music to theater and variety shows, is booked throughout the year at local venues.

Plan your vacation around the annual Winter Folk Festival or Holly Jolly Follies to immerse yourself in the music party.

FLORENCE EVENTS CENTER, 715 Quince St., hosts hundreds of events each year at its 21,000-square-foot facility. It is the meeting place for local organizations, fundraisers and banquets and also houses two art galleries with monthly exhibitions.

Check out the Events Calendar (pages 16-17) as well as Siuslaw News’ monthly entertainment guide, Coast Central, for ongoing activities in the area.

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Take the tour...

CHAT WITH LOCAL ARTISTS and view their work during the Second Saturday Gallery Tour, a self-guided tour of Florence-area galleries on the second Saturday of each month from 3 to 5 p.m. Everything from mixed-media paintings and jewelry to photography and ceramics can be seen. Visit florenceartists.com for details.

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There is always something to do here in the City of Rhododendrons, and events — from unique to traditional — keep this coastal community busy year-round. Check out the following activities in and around Florence.

EVERY MONTH SECOND SATURDAY GALLERY TOUR 3-5 p.m.

Self-guided tour of galleries, receptions; florenceartists.com

MAY 2014 RHODY COURT SCHOLARSHIP SHOWCASE Wednesday, May 7 – 6:30 p.m.

Florence Events Center OREGON DUNES TRIATHLON & DUATHLON Saturday, May 10 – 8 a.m.

Honeyman State Park & Woahink Lake; oregondunestriathlon.com EMERALD CITY JAZZ KINGS Saturday, May 10 – 1:30 p.m.

Florence Events Center

PACIFIC COAST WIND ENSEMBLE Sunday, May 11 – 2:30 p.m.

Florence Events Center 107TH ANNUAL RHODODENDRON FESTIVAL Friday – Sunday, May 16-18 – All day Old Town & various locations INTERNATIONAL SANDBOARD DAY Saturday, May 17 – All day Sand Master Park; sandmasterpark.com RHODY RUN Saturday, May 17 – 9 a.m.

Florence Events Center LET IT RIDE MOTORCYCLE SHOW Saturday, May 17 – 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Three Rivers Casino & Hotel ART FEST Saturday & Sunday, May 17-18 – 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday Florence Events Center CATCH A WAVE — THE BEACH BOYS TRIBUTE SHOW Saturday & Sunday, May 17-18 – 7 p.m. Saturday, 5 p.m. Sunday Three Rivers Casino & Hotel

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RHODY FLOWER SHOW & SALE Saturday & Sunday, May 17-18 – 1-5 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday Florence Events Center

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GRAND FLORAL PARADE Sunday, May 18 – 12 p.m.

Highway 101 & Old Town READ FOR THE NEED BOOK SALE Saturday – Monday, May 24-26 – 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, 12-5 p.m.

Sunday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday Florence Events Center FORE KIDS GOLF CLASSIC Saturday, May 31 – 11 a.m.

Sandpines Golf Links; bgcwlc.org

JUNE 2014 “THE CRASH OF THE CUSHMAN CANNONBALL” – IT’S ABOUT TIME PRODUCTIONS Friday – Sunday, June 6-8 & 13-15 – 7 p.m. Friday & Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday Florence Playhouse, 208 Laurel St.; itsabouttimeproductions.com MIDCOASTWAVE.COM

OREGON READS: BRIAN DOYLE Saturday, June 7 – 3 p.m.

Siuslaw Public Library

December 2014

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HOLLY JOLLY FOLLIES Friday – Sunday, Dec. 5-7 – 7 p.m. Friday, 2 & 7 p.m.

Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday Florence Events Center

AIR FORCE BAND OF THE GOLDEN WEST Saturday, June 7 – 7 p.m.

Florence Events Center

January 2015

SAND SCULPTING CLINIC Saturday, June 21 – 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Sand Master Park

SIUSLAW AWARDS Wednesday, Jan. 14 – 6:30 p.m.

Florence Events Center

INDOOR YARD SALE Saturday, June 28 – 8 a.m.-2 p.m.

Florence Events Center

WINTER FOLK FESTIVAL Saturday & Sunday, Jan. 17-18 – All day Florence Events Center

JULY 2014 FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION Friday, July 4 – All day; fireworks at dusk Old Town WINGS & WHEELS FLY-IN Saturday, July 5 – 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Florence Municipal Airport SAND SCULPTING CLINIC Saturday, July 5 – 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Sand Master Park OREGON BACH FESTIVAL Friday, July 11 – 7:30 p.m.

Florence Events Center POWER OF FLORENCE VOLUNTEER DAY Saturday, July 19 – All day Various locations; powerofflorence.org

September 2014 FLORENCE FALL FESTIVAL: CITYWIDE GARAGE SALE Friday – Sunday, Sept. 5-7 – All day Various locations FLORENCE FALL FESTIVAL: RODS ’N’ RHODIES CAR SHOW Saturday & Sunday, Sept. 6-7 – All day Old Town COASTAL COMMUNITY CLASSIC MILLION DOLLAR SHOOTOUT Saturday, Sept. 20 – 10 a.m.

Ocean Dunes Golf Links FLORENCE FESTIVAL OF BOOKS Saturday, Sept. 27 – 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Florence Events Center

October 2014

VAN FANS ICE CREAM SOCIAL Saturday, July 19 – 1-4 p.m.

Florence Events Center

TASTE OF HOME COOKING SCHOOL Thursday, Oct. 2 – Time TBA Florence Events Center

SAND MASTER JAM Saturday, July 19 – 2-6 p.m.

Sand Master Park; sandmasterpark.com

WINE & CHOCOLATE GALA Saturday, Oct. 4 – 6 p.m.

Three Rivers Casino & Hotel

COOL AT THE COAST GOLF TOURNAMENT Saturday, July 26 – 10 a.m.

Ocean Dunes Golf Links

GOOD LIFE SENIOR EXPO Wednesday, Oct. 29 – Time TBA Florence Events Center

August 2014

November 2014

VIKING CUP GOLF TOURNAMENT & BEER TASTING Saturday, Aug. 9 – 2 p.m.

Ocean Dunes Golf Links

“LES MISERABLES” – LAST RESORT PLAYERS Friday – Sunday, Nov. 7-8 & 14-16 – 7 p.m. Friday & Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday Florence Events Center

RELAY FOR LIFE Friday & Saturday, Aug. 8-9 – All day Miller Park

VETERANS DAY PARADE Tuesday, Nov. 11 – 1 p.m.

Old Town

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February 2015 BUILDING BRIDGES BUSINESS EXPO Thursday, Feb. 12 – 3-7 p.m.

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FRAUDVILLE LIP-SYNC CONTEST Saturday, Feb. 28 – 6 p.m.

Three Rivers Casino & Hotel CRAB CRACK Date & Time TBA Florence Events Center HECETA HEAD COASTAL CONFERENCE Date & Time TBA Florence Events Center

March 2015 HOME & GARDEN SHOW Friday – Sunday, March 6-8 – Time TBA Florence Events Center FLORENCE GREEN FAIR

April 2015 FLORENCE GREEN FAIR Date & Time TBA Florence Events Center EARLY RHODY FLOWER SHOW Date & Time TBA Florence Events Center

ALL DATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE. CONTACT EACH VENUE FOR COMPLETE SCHEDULES AND TIMES. Florence Area Chamber of Commerce www.FlorenceChamber.com Florence Events Center www.EventCenter.org Three Rivers Casino & Hotel www.ThreeRiversCasino.com

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Banquets Weddings Receptions

Great Performances Festivals Musicals Ballets Theatrical Productions

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On & Off Site Catering & Rentals Conference Meetings

KEEPING TRADITION R H O D O D E N D R O N F E S T I VA L

DAVIS CARNIVAL AT PORT OF SIUSLAW

For more than 100 years, residents of Florence have gathered each spring, now the third weekend in May, to celebrate the native rhododendron. The 107th Annual Rhododendron Festival keeps the tradition alive, May 16-18.

PREPARE FOR A GRAND TIME while watching the Grand Floral Parade, featuring themed floats, marching bands, hot rods and more. The route runs along Highway 101 from 27th Street and continues south through Old Town.

THE RHODY COURT SCHOLARSHIP SHOWCASE officially commences the Rhododendron Festival with the crowning of Queen Rhododendra and — new this year — King of the Coast.

“Not Our First Rhody-O!” 107th Annual Rhododendron Festival May 16-18, 2014

A VARIETY OF ACTIVITIES are planned throughout the weekend, including a car cruise and show, 5K run and carnival.

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F E A T U R I N G Rhody Court Showcase Davis Carnival Vendor Fair Grand Floral Parade Rhody Flower Show & Sale Arts & Crafts Fair Rhody Run Junior Parade & Kids Games Show ’n’ Shine Car Cruise 21

Stop by the Chamber Visitors Center, 290 Highway 101, for a complete schedule of events.

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WHALE WATCHING

SEA LION CAVES TURNOUT

Thousands of visitors and locals head for the coastal region at least twice a year, especially during Whale Watching Weeks, with the hope of catching sight of gray whales migrating at any of the 24 whale watching sites on the Oregon coast.

2014-15 Whale Watching Weeks Winter: Dec. 27-31, 2014 Spring: March 21-28, 2015 POPULAR WHALE-WATCHING SITES near Florence include the Sea Lion Caves turnout and the Cape Perpetua area, where hundreds of sightings are reported each year.

Gray whales are the predominant whales observed along the coast.

The blow is often the first visible part of a whale, but gray whales can often be seen rolling out of the water or fluking.

Trained volunteers are available to assist visitors at the 24 sites from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. during the designated weeks, a good time of day for whale sightings.

Be sure to bring binoculars and dress for the weather. Calmer days and higher locations are best for viewing.

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FLORENCE AREA

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SIGHTS TO SEE

VIEW FROM SEA LION CAVES

SIGHTS TO SEE

VIEW FROM SEA LION CAVES

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 road.

FIRST SIGHT OF HECETA HEAD LIGHTHOUSE means pull over and take in the view of the landmark that dates to the 1890s. The Heceta Head Lighthouse State Scenic Viewpoint — 12 miles north of Florence — offers a great place to picnic, play in the sand and hike the upward route to the circa-1894 lighthouse, where the ocean views are magnificent. Tours of the lighthouse are available, and the Queen Anne-style assistant keeper’s house serves as a bed-and-breakfast inn.

ATTRACTING NEARLY 150,000 TOURISTS each year, Sea Lion Caves — the world’s largest sea cave — has taken visitors “up close and personal” with the Steller sea lions that inhabit the area, about 11 miles north of Florence, for more than 80 years. Sea lions can usually be seen on any given day.

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DARLINGTONIA STATE NATURAL SITE, an 18-acre botanical park just north of Florence, takes you into a silent forest and a garden of carnivorous cobra lilies.

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CAPE PERPETUA SCENIC AREA, just past the lighthouse, sits on 2,700 acres of old-growth forest and 26 miles of hiking trails. A campground, interpretive center, Cook’s Chasm and views of the horizon enhance the visit.

FURTHER NORTH IS YACHATS, a quaint town that invites visitors to its annual LaDeDa Parade on the Fourth of July. Be sure to stroll the town’s galleries and charming shops.

DO THE DUNES Oregon’s sand dunes draw visitors year-round for off-road riding, sandboarding.

SOUTH JETTY AREA

BY CLIFF HARVEY

From Heceta Head to Coos Bay, from sea level to as high as 500 feet, the Oregon dunes offer a wealth of recreation for outdoor enthusiasts. Here are some places near Florence to enjoy all the dunes have to offer.

Sandboarders flock to Sand Master Park, 5351 Highway 101, for the best rides, equipment and instruction in the world. Visit www.sandmasterpark.com.

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

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. Visit www.sandland.com or www.sanddunesfrontier.com.

Eight miles south of Florence, the Siltcoos Recreation Area offers several campgrounds with OHV staging areas and direct access to the dunes. A little further south, the Oregon Dunes Overlook, part of the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area, provides breath-taking views of the dunes and the ocean.

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THE HISTORIC TOWN OF GARDINER, about 16 miles south of Honeyman State Park, holds on to its heritage in its proudly kept architecture and long-time residents who can recall the saga of the Oregon mill town.

HOLIDAY BOWL 1710 27th Street Florence, Oregon 97439 541-997-3332

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Heading south...

SOUTH JETTY BEACH

DRIVE ALONG SOUTH JETTY ROAD for quick access to the beach and dunes as well as a crab dock and good fishing spots.

REEDSPORT LANES 2606 Frontage Road Reedsport, Oregon 97467 541-267-3822

CALL FOR WEEKLY SPECIALS! The 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. These displays feature the Pioneers whose occupations were primarily as loggers and fishermen. In the early days the Siuslaw River was the primary and nearly exclusive means of travel in the area. Visitors to the museum will have the opportunity to see real settings that these early pioneers lived in.

You could spend just an hour or two at the Siuslaw Pioneer Museum or perhaps make a day of it and include a self guided Historic Walking Tour which begins at the museum and brings you by 21 different buildings & locations in the Old Town Florence area.

The museum’s Research Library has documentary information regarding our local history and pioneer families. An audio-visual presentation shows a brief history of Florence along with information on early shipwrecks.

Enjoy the Historic “Mail Run” on the 64 Mile Round Trip or the Exciting 80 or 104 Mile White Water Trips!

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Make a DISCOVERY

CLEAWOX LAKE

Parks and campgrounds surround the Florence area, providing access to numerous lakes, trails and beaches, all within quick driving distance to the city. Make an expedition of visiting as many of these coastal gems as you can. *Miles & directions from mid-town Florence & Highway 101

CAPE PERPETUA

CAPE PERPETUA SCENIC AREA — 23 miles, N Miles of trails through old-growth forest, ocean views, campgrounds and an interpretive center.

SUTTON RECREATION AREA — 5 miles, N Campgrounds and a dayuse area like no other, with creeks and trails to explore.

NEPTUNE STATE SCENIC VIEWPOINT — 22 miles, N Encompasses four waysides along Highway 101, including Strawberry Hill and Bob Creek, which offer perfect day-atthe-beach spots.

STONEFIELD BEACH — 19 miles, N Reach a perfect expanse of beach after crossing a mark of smooth black stones.

ALDER DUNE CAMPGROUND — 7 miles, N Open year-round with sites for tents, trailers and RVs.

HARBOR VISTA PARK — 4 miles, NW

Off Rhododendron Drive, this campground has ocean views and river access. Follow this road to the North Jetty, a beach popular with hikers, surfers, whale watchers and divers.

HECETA HEAD SCENIC AREA

JESSIE M. HONEYMAN HARBOR VISTA MEMORIAL STATE PARK — 3 miles, S This park, the second largest overnight campground in the state, truly has it all, from wide open space for picnics and play, to lakes, dunes and trails, to a fishing dock, boat ramp and boat rentals.

CARL G. WASHBURNE STATE PARK — 14 miles, N

Fully equipped with camp amenities and quick access to the beach.

HECETA HEAD LIGHTHOUSE STATE SCENIC AREA — 12 miles, N A popular beach with trails to the lighthouse, one of the most admired landmarks on the coast.

SILTCOOS RECREATION AREA — 8 miles, S The lake on one side, the dunes on the other, plus the Siltcoos River, ocean access and three campgrounds.

BAKER BEACH — 8 miles, N A popular place for hikers, birdwatchers and horseback riders who want to explore the area’s beaches.

TAHKENITCH CAMPGROUND — 13 miles, S This area includes a lake that reaches miles inland to trails, campgrounds and viewpoints.

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CLEAWOX LAKE IS THE GO-TO PLACE during the summer for a quick swim or canoe ride. The freshwater lake at Jessie M. Honeyman State Park, about three miles south of Florence on Highway 101, is situated between two miles of sand dunes and the ocean — great for visitors who like sandboarding, hiking or wildlife watching.

Stop by the lodge for boat rentals. The lake is also a popular spot for fishing.

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WOAHINK LAKE IS POPULAR FOR FISHING, water skiing, boating, canoeing and kayaking. One of the best access points is a day-use area on the northeast shore and the east side of the highway, which can be reached from Canary Road. There are paved boat ramps, picnic areas, large grassy sections and a public swimming area.

SILTCOOS LAKE IS THE LARGEST LAKE on the Oregon coast, just six miles south of Florence.

There are several public marina access points, including a boat ramp in Westlake that offers yearlong free boat launching. Nearby is the start of a canoe and kayak trail, as well as ample parking, public restrooms, picnic tables and a dock that provides a good birdwatching spot.

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Crazy about crabs and clams? How about fish? Join the crowd, which often flocks to Florence to harvest abundant crops of these freshwater creatures. Follow these tips to make sure you get the most from the coast.

CLAM ONLY AT “MINUS” TIDE, which is when the surf recedes farther than normal. Though most clams prefer to live as far as three miles offshore, those that live along the shoreline are easiest to reach one hour before and after minus tides. The best time for digging is between 7 a.m. and noon, midJune through early July. From early July to mid-July, you’ll have better luck between 5 and 11 a.m. Clams are usually within two feet of the surface. A fast digger can usually reach them before they burrow away. Use a spade and walk along the shallow surf. Look for pencilsized holes in the sand. Clamming season ends in mid-July and doesn’t reopen until late September.

RECREATIONAL CRABBERS ARE ALLOWED three pots each, which are generally checked every 15 minutes. Florence is one of many spots along the Pacific shoreline that the Dungeness call home. Crab pots submerged in the jetty channel are attached to buoys in order to mark locations and ownership.

Bait is usually herring, squid, chicken or turkey, which quickly attract the bottom-dwelling crab. Only males meeting the required length of 5-3/4 inches or larger can be kept; all females are returned to the sea, ensuring that the reproductive cycle continues. One hour before or after high tide is the best time to drop your pots in the water.

Remember: Anyone age 14 and older harvesting shellfish — clams, crab, mussels, abalone, oysters, piddocks, shrimp or scallops — must have a recreational shellfish license. Licenses can be purchased anywhere angling or hunting equipment is sold.

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POPULAR FISHING SPOTS in the Florence area include lakes north of town (Alder, Dune, Mercer, Munsel and Sutton) and south (Carter, Cleawox, Loon, Siltcoos and Woahink) in addition to the Siuslaw River. Many of these fishing spots provide docks and boat ramps. Such fish as largemouth bass, rainbow trout and coho salmon are common catches.

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There are hundreds of spots along the Oregon coast that have become popular with birdwatchers. In fact, more than 18 million people visit the coast annually just to exercise this hobby.

In the South Jetty area, birdwatchers in the know favor driving into the third parking lot, where they have a good view of the marsh.

Shorebirds can be spotted past the foredunes to the beach or on the tidal flats. Both Cleawox and Woahink lakes provide freshwater and mature forests for diverse species. All the major attractions to the north, Cape Perpetua and Sea Lion Caves in particular, are also good viewing points.

To the east, head for the PAWN Trail and Sweet Creek Falls. A leisurely drive along the Siuslaw River, following Highway 126, allows views of a surprising number of birds, big and small, eagles to finches.

At Siltcoos Lake, winter and summer provide views of an abundance of ducks and coots. Also in the Siltcoos area, birders suggest checking out the Waxmyrtle Trail. Another spot for watchers is Lagoon Campground. Look overhead and you might spot a bald eagle or osprey.

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OCEAN DUNES GOLF LINKS, 3345 Munsel Lake Road, has spectacular views, running over and through natural sand dunes left by ancient rivers and seas. Low running shots and high lofted approaches will challenge your ability to think your way around the course as few others will. The par 71 course, with 18 holes and a 70 rating, is open to the public. For more information, visit www.oceandunesgolf.com.

SANDPINES GOLF LINKS, 1201 35th St., uses sweeping landscapes and expansive ponds that have not only

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For more information, visit www.sandpines.com.

AVALON PITCH & PUTT, one mile south of the Siuslaw River Bridge, offers a scaled-down, nine-hole course with distances of 40 to 90 yards per hole. Call 541-902-9478 for more information.

SANDLAND ADVENTURES, south of Florence, is home to one of the area’s most exciting dune buggy experiences as well as an 18-hole miniature golf course for golfers young and old. For more information, visit www.sandland.com.

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Grab a quick bite or linger in one of Florence’s many eateries.

The finest in coastal cuisine is to be had throughout the city.

Below are some of the city’s restaurants and dining facilities, offering high-quality and delicious meals.

ABBY’S LEGENDARY PIZZA reminds us all that “we’ve got it good” here on the Oregon coast. All of that enjoyable sightseeing, shopping and entertainment creates an appetite. That’s where Abby’s comes in. They’ve got it good, too — from their legendary pizzas to their broasted chicken, salad bar, appetizers and more. Plus, they’ve got it good in terms of making it easy for you to order with just a few clicks at www.abbys.com. One taste, and you’ll agree that Abby’s is a true Northwest legend.

ers that range from BBQ oysters to coconut shrimp, and a delicious selection of beef, pork, chicken and pasta dishes. There are also vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options.

Enjoy a full dinner or savor appetizers and drinks in the remodeled Zebra Bar. Call 541-9979405 for reservations.

and shucked, Pacific steamer clams, seasonal fresh fish and a host of smoked fish products such as chinook salmon, albacore,

BRIDGEWATER RESTAURANT, located in the historic Kyle Building in Old Town, 1297 Bay St., specializes in ocean fresh fish, unique appetiz-

KRAB KETTLE — In the case of this landmark store near the Siuslaw River Bridge, customers will see fresh-cooked Dungeness crabs, fresh oysters in-shell

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LOVEJOY’S, located in Historic Old Town at 195 Nopal St., offers a traditional English tea room hosted by Judith and Liam Kingsmill, who will mark their 10th anniversary of owning the restaurant in July. They serve English teas along with a full lunch menu that includes deli sandwiches, pasties, crab cakes, dover sole, salads and soups — all freshly made on premise. There are also weekly specials featuring local favorites. A large collection of tea pots and tea cozies are available as gifts, in addition to a supply of English grocery items, including more than 26 varieties of tea for

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MAPLE STREET GRILLE in Old Town Florence is dedicated to the theme of hospitality. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner and includes full bar service. The specials are designed with fresh, local, seasonal foods in mind.

The lunch menu features salads, soups, burgers with flair, specialty sandwiches.

Dinner menu offers small and large plates, steak, seafood, chicken, pasta, sliders, cheeses and more.

Outdoor patio seating is available.

ic local groceries and produce as well as includes a deli and bakery. Only organic, fresh local ingredients are used, and the bakery has many treats that are both healthy and often gluten-free. Sit down and eat inside or pull up a chair in the outdoor seating and enjoy an espresso. Stop by and enjoy some of the most unique and delicious organic and free-range dishes on the Oregon coast.

IXTAPA FAMILY MEXICAN RESTAURANT is located at 1015 Highway 101 and features a Tex-Mex style menu, with lunch and dinner specials, and a full bar. Take out is available.

NATURE’S CORNER CAFE & MARKET is not only a great stop for breakfast, lunch and dinner, but is also your source for organ-

ROSA’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT — You’ll enjoy food that is traditional and incredibly well prepared at Rosa’s Mexican Restaurant, 2825 Highway 101. On the menu you’ll find mole, menudo, birria and all your traditional favorites.

Rosa’s also offers many vegetarian options for both lunch and dinner.

Located just off Highway 101, the restaurant is a little hidden gem with great food and a friendly staff.

Steak • Seafood • Chicken • Pastas

DAILY LUNCH & DINNER SPECIALS Located in the Historic Kyle Building in the heart of Old Town Florence

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Surfside Restaurant On the beach features classic Pacific Northwest cuisine with incredible ocean views!

Open for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner: 7 days a week.

Come see our newly renovated rooms & enjoy our indoor heated pool, extra large hot tub & kid’s aquatic splash area.

All rooms are ocean front with private balcony or patio.

Just steps away from the ocean!

Visit our new website www.DriftwoodShores.com 88416 1st Ave, Florence OR 97439 1-800-422-5091 . 541-997-8263

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Welcome to 80 Years of Excellence!

We Make All Our Own Ice Cream – Over 50 Flavors – Including Sugar-free Ice Cream & Non-fat Frozen Yogurt in a variety of flavors.

“Over 5 Generations of Old Fashioned Goodness!”

212 FLAVORS OF SALT WATER TAFFY ~ FULL FOUNTAIN SERVICE ~ 36 VARIETIES OF CHEESECAKE Assorted Pastries & Chocolate Candies Homemade Butter & Cream Fudge Novelty Items Available: Specialty Cakes Cheesecake on a Stick, Cluster Busters, Ice Cream Cookies, Ice Cream Pies, Nutty Bananas, Parfait Cups and Plain Bananas.

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