Spring 2010 Vacation Guide for the Wild Rivers Coast, Oregon by America's Wild River's Coast

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rom the world’s tallest trees to some of its most scenic , craggy coastlines, America’s Wild Rivers Coast features unparalled scenic beauty, plus plenty to do when you’re not on the beach or in the woods. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, there’s no better place to play.

27 14 Tide Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Welcome/information centers . . . . . 9 Schedule of events . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Summer festivals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Art galleries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Roadside attractions . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Casinos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Lighthouses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Hiking the coast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Hiking inland Oregon . . . . . . . . . . .38

61 Hiking the redwoods . . . . . . . . . . .43 Camping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Bird watching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 Golf courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57 Charter boats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62 Jet boat tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65 Harbors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68 River fishing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71 Seals and sea lions . . . . . . . . . . . . .73 Expanded hiking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75

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TideJUNETables 2010

TideJULYTables 2010

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LOW TIDES A.M. P.M. Date Day Time Ft. Time Ft. SUNRISE 5:44 AM - PDT 1 Tu 9:32 -0.5 9:41 3.0 2 W 10:13 0.0 10:41 3.0 3 Th 10:55 0.5 11:48 2.7 4 F 11:37 1.0 ---- ---5 Sa 12:57 2.3 12:22 1.5 SUNRISE 5:43 AM - PDT 6 Su 1:59 1.8 1:09 1.9 7 M 2:52 1.1 1:58 2.4 8 Tu 3:39 0.5 2:48 2.7 9 W 4:22 -0.2 3:37 2.9 10 Th 5:04 -0.8 4:25 3.0 SUNRISE 5:42 AM - PDT 11 F 5:46 -1.3 5:13 3.0 12 Sa 6:28 -1.7 6:01 2.9 13 Su 7:11 -1.9 6:50 2.8 14 M 7:55 -1.9 7:44 2.7 15 Tu 8:40 -1.7 8:42 2.5 SUNRISE 5:41 AM - PDT 16 W 9:25 -1.3 9:46 2.3 17 Th 10:12 -0.7 10:56 1.9 18 F 11:00 0.0 ---- ---19 Sa 12:10 1.5 (11:51 0.8) 20 Su 1:23 0.9 12:45 1.6 SUNRISE 5:42 AM - PDT 21 M 2:30 0.2 1:44 2.3 22 Tu 3:30 -0.3 2:45 2.7 23 W 4:23 -0.8 3:44 3.0 24 Th 5:10 -1.1 4:38 3.1 25 F 5:54 -1.2 5:28 3.1 SUNRISE 5:43 AM - PDT 26 Sa 6:34 -1.3 6:14 3.0 27 Su 7:12 -1.2 6:57 2.9 28 M 7:48 -1.0 7:40 2.9 29 Tu 8:23 -0.7 8:25 2.8 30 W 8:57 -0.3 9:12 2.7

HIGH TIDES A.M. P.M. Date Day Time Ft. Time SUNSET 8:45 PM - PDT 1 Tu 2:24 6.2 4:29 2 W 3:10 5.7 5:13 3 Th 4:02 5.1 5:55 4 F 5:04 4.6 6:36 5 Sa 6:18 4.2 7:14 SUNSET 8:48 PM - PDT 6 Su 7:39 4.1 7:52 7 M 8:56 4.1 8:29 8 Tu 10:02 4.4 9:07 9 W 10:57 4.7 9:47 10 Th 11:46 5.0 10:28 SUNSET 8:51 PM - PDT 11 F (12:31 5.2) 11:12 12 Sa 1:15 5.4 11:57 13 Su ---- ---- 1:58 14 M 12:44 7.7 2:42 15 Tu 1:34 7.4 3:27 SUNSET 8:53 PM - PDT 16 W 2:27 6.9 4:13 17 Th 3:26 6.3 4:59 18 F 4:33 5.6 5:47 19 Sa 5:50 5.0 6:35 20 Su 7:17 4.6 7:25 SUNSET 8:55 PM - PDT 21 M 8:44 4.5 8:14 22 Tu 10:01 4.7 9:03 23 W 11:04 5.0 9:51 24 Th 11:57 5.2 10:37 25 F (12:41 5.4) 11:21 SUNSET 8:55 PM - PDT ---- ---- 1:21 26 Sa 27 Su 12:03 7.2 1:59 28 M 12:43 6.9 2:34 29 Tu 1:22 6.6 3:09 30 W 2:02 6.2 3:43

Ft. 5.3 5.3 5.4 5.6 5.8 6.1 6.4 6.7 7.0 7.4 7.6 7.7 5.6 5.8 6.0 6.2 6.4 6.6 6.9 7.1 7.3 7.4 7.4 7.4 7.3 5.5 5.6 5.6 5.7 5.7

LOW TIDES A.M. P.M. Date Day Time Ft. Time Ft. SUNRISE 5:46 AM - PDT 1 Th 9:30 0.2 10:03 2.6 2 F 10:03 0.7 11:00 2.4 3 Sa 10:37 1.3 ---- ---4 Su 12:03 2.1 (11:15 1.9) 5 M 1:07 1.6 (11:59 2.5) SUNRISE 5:48 AM - PDT 6 Tu 2:08 1.1 12:54 2.9 7 W 3:04 0.5 1:56 3.2 8 Th 3:54 -0.2 2:59 3.3 9 F 4:41 -0.8 3:58 3.2 10 Sa 5:26 -1.3 4:53 3.0 SUNRISE 5:51 AM - PDT 11 Su 6:09 -1.7 5:47 2.7 12 M 6:52 -1.9 6:40 2.4 13 Tu 7:34 -1.8 7:35 2.0 14 W 8:16 -1.4 8:32 1.7 15 Th 8:58 -0.8 9:32 1.4 SUNRISE 5:55 AM - PDT 16 F 9:41 0.0 10:37 1.1 17 Sa 10:26 0.8 11:47 0.8 18 Su 11:15 1.7 ---- ---19 M 12:59 0.5 12:12 2.5 20 Tu 2:10 0.2 1:19 3.0 SUNRISE 6:00 AM - PDT 21 W 3:14 -0.1 2:30 3.3 22 Th 4:10 -0.4 3:35 3.4 23 F 4:57 -0.6 4:31 3.2 24 Sa 5:39 -0.7 5:18 3.0 25 Su 6:16 -0.7 6:01 2.8 SUNRISE 6:04 AM - PDT 26 M 6:49 -0.6 6:41 2.6 27 Tu 7:20 -0.5 7:20 2.4 28 W 7:50 -0.2 7:59 2.3 29 Th 8:19 0.2 8:41 2.1 30 F 8:47 0.7 9:25 2.0 SUNRISE 6:09 AM - PDT 31 Sa 9:16 1.3 10:14 1.8

HIGH TIDES A.M. P.M. Date Day Time Ft. Time SUNSET 8:55 PM - PDT 1 Th 2:44 5.7 4:17 2 F 3:31 5.2 4:51 3 Sa 4:26 4.7 5:27 4 Su 5:34 4.2 6:05 5 M 6:58 4.0 6:47 SUNSET 8:54 PM - PDT 6 Tu 8:26 4.0 7:33 7 W 9:42 4.3 8:23 8 Th 10:41 4.6 9:13 9 F 11:29 5.0 10:04 10 Sa (12:11 5.4) 10:55 SUNSET 8:52 PM - PDT 11 Su (12:52 5.7) 11:45 ---- ---- 1:31 12 M 13 Tu 12:35 7.9 2:11 14 W 1:27 7.6 2:52 15 Th 2:22 7.0 3:33 SUNSET 8:50 PM - PDT 16 F 3:21 6.3 4:17 17 Sa 4:27 5.5 5:03 18 Su 5:44 4.9 5:53 19 M 7:13 4.5 6:48 20 Tu 8:44 4.5 7:45 SUNSET 8:46 PM - PDT 21 W 10:01 4.8 8:43 22 Th 11:00 5.1 9:37 23 F 11:45 5.3 10:26 24 Sa (12:23 5.5) 11:10 25 Su (12:56 5.6) 11:51 SUNSET 8:42 PM - PDT ---- ---- 1:26 26 M 27 Tu 12:29 6.8 1:55 28 W 1:07 6.6 2:23 29 Th 1:45 6.2 2:51 30 F 2:25 5.8 3:19 SUNSET 8:37 PM - PDT 31 Sa 3:09 5.3 3:49

Ft. 5.8 5.9 6.0 6.2 6.4 6.6 6.9 7.3 7.6 7.9 8.0 6.0 6.4 6.7 6.9 7.1 7.2 7.2 7.2 7.1 7.1 7.1 7.1 7.1 7.0 5.8 5.9 6.0 6.1 6.2 6.3

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Tide Tables SEPTEMBER 2010

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LOW TIDES A.M. P.M. Date Day Time Ft. Time SUNRISE 6:11 AM - PDT 1 Su 9:46 1.9 11:10 2 M 10:21 2.5 ---3 Tu 12:14 1.4 (11:05 4 W 1:22 1.1 12:06 5 Th 2:28 0.5 1:23 SUNRISE 6:15 AM - PDT 6 F 3:25 -0.1 2:39 7 Sa 4:16 -0.6 3:44 8 Su 5:02 -1.1 4:42 9 M 5:45 -1.4 5:37 10 Tu 6:27 -1.4 6:29 SUNRISE 6:20 AM - PDT 11 W 7:07 -1.1 7:22 12 Th 7:47 -0.6 8:16 13 F 8:28 0.1 9:12 14 Sa 9:10 0.9 10:13 15 Su 9:55 1.8 11:18 SUNRISE 6:25 AM - PDT 16 M 10:47 2.5 ---17 Tu 12:30 0.4 (11:50 18 W 1:44 0.4 1:09 19 Th 2:52 0.2 2:28 20 F 3:49 0.1 3:33 SUNRISE 6:30 AM - PDT 21 Sa 4:35 0.0 4:24 22 Su 5:14 -0.1 5:07 23 M 5:48 -0.1 5:46 24 Tu 6:18 0.1 6:22 25 W 6:46 0.3 6:57 SUNRISE 6:36 AM - PDT 26 Th 7:13 0.6 7:33 27 F 7:40 1.0 8:10 28 Sa 8:07 1.5 8:50 29 Su 8:35 2.0 9:35 30 M 9:06 2.5 10:27 SUNRISE 6:41 AM - PDT 31 Tu 9:43 3.0 11:30

Ft. 1.7 ---3.0) 3.4 3.5 3.4 3.1 2.6 2.0 1.5 1.0 0.6 0.4 0.3 0.4 ---3.1) 3.5 3.5 3.3 2.9 2.6 2.3 1.9 1.7 1.4 1.3 1.2 1.1 1.1 1.0

HIGH TIDES A.M. P.M. Date Day Time Ft. Time SUNSET 8:35 PM - PDT 1 Su 4:00 4.9 4:22 2 M 5:04 4.4 5:01 3 Tu 6:26 4.2 5:49 4 W 8:00 4.2 6:46 5 Th 9:20 4.4 7:49 SUNSET 8:30 PM - PDT 6 F 10:17 4.8 8:50 7 Sa 11:01 5.2 9:49 8 Su 11:40 5.7 10:44 9 M (12:17 6.1) 11:37 ---- ---- 12:54 10 Tu SUNSET 8:23 PM - PDT 11 W 12:29 7.8 1:32 12 Th 1:22 7.5 2:10 13 F 2:17 6.9 2:51 14 Sa 3:16 6.2 3:33 15 Su 4:21 5.5 4:20 SUNSET 8:16 PM - PDT 16 M 5:38 5.0 5:13 17 Tu 7:07 4.7 6:14 18 W 8:36 4.8 7:22 19 Th 9:47 5.0 8:28 20 F 10:38 5.2 9:27 SUNSET 8:09 PM - PDT 21 Sa 11:16 5.5 10:17 22 Su 11:48 5.7 11:00 23 M (12:16 5.9) 11:39 ---- ---- 12:42 24 Tu 25 W 12:17 6.6 1:07 SUNSET 8:01 PM - PDT 26 Th 12:54 6.4 1:31 27 F 1:31 6.1 1:56 28 Sa 2:11 5.8 2:23 29 Su 2:55 5.4 2:52 30 M 3:45 5.0 3:25 SUNSET 7:53 PM - PDT 31 Tu 4:47 4.6 4:07

Ft. 6.3 6.4 6.5 6.7 6.9 7.3 7.6 7.9 8.0 6.6 7.0 7.3 7.5 7.5 7.4 7.1 6.9 6.7 6.6 6.7 6.7 6.7 6.7 6.0 6.2 6.4 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5

LOW TIDES A.M. P.M. Date Day Time Ft. Time Ft. SUNRISE 6:43 AM - PDT 1 W 10:32 3.4 ---- ---2 Th 12:41 0.8 (11:45 3.6) 3 F 1:51 0.5 1:14 3.6 4 Sa 2:53 0.0 2:33 3.2 5 Su 3:45 -0.4 3:38 2.6 SUNRISE 6:47 AM - PDT 6 M 4:32 -0.6 4:34 1.8 7 Tu 5:15 -0.7 5:27 1.0 8 W 5:56 -0.5 6:17 0.3 9 Th 6:36 -0.1 7:07 -0.2 10 F 7:17 0.5 7:58 -0.5 SUNRISE 6:52 AM - PDT 11 Sa 7:58 1.2 8:50 -0.5 12 Su 8:41 1.9 9:46 -0.3 13 M 9:29 2.6 10:48 0.0 14 Tu 10:26 3.1 11:57 0.3 15 W 11:38 3.5 ---- ---SUNRISE 6:57 AM - PDT 16 Th 1:10 0.5 1:05 3.5 17 F 2:18 0.6 2:24 3.3 18 Sa 3:14 0.6 3:24 2.9 19 Su 4:00 0.6 4:12 2.4 20 M 4:37 0.6 4:51 1.9 SUNRISE 7:02 AM - PDT 21 Tu 5:09 0.7 5:27 1.5 22 W 5:39 0.9 6:01 1.1 23 Th 6:07 1.2 6:35 0.7 24 F 6:34 1.5 7:09 0.5 25 Sa 7:02 1.9 7:44 0.3 SUNRISE 7:07 AM - PDT 26 Su 7:31 2.3 8:23 0.3 27 M 8:02 2.7 9:06 0.3 28 Tu 8:38 3.1 9:57 0.4 29 W 9:21 3.4 10:57 0.5 30 Th 10:23 3.6 ---- ----

HIGH TIDES A.M. P.M. Date Day Time Ft. Time SUNSET 7:50 PM - PDT 1 W 6:07 4.4 5:01 2 Th 7:38 4.4 6:10 3 F 8:51 4.7 7:24 4 Sa 9:42 5.1 8:35 5 Su 10:23 5.6 9:38 SUNSET 7:43 PM - PDT 6 M 11:01 6.2 10:36 7 Tu 11:37 6.7 11:31 ---- ---- 12:13 8 W 9 Th 12:24 7.4 12:50 10 F 1:18 7.1 1:28 SUNSET 7:35 PM - PDT 11 Sa 2:13 6.6 2:08 12 Su 3:11 6.1 2:51 13 M 4:15 5.6 3:39 14 Tu 5:28 5.2 4:34 15 W 6:52 5.0 5:41 SUNSET 7:26 PM - PDT 16 Th 8:12 5.0 6:57 17 F 9:14 5.2 8:10 18 Sa 9:59 5.4 9:12 19 Su 10:34 5.7 10:03 20 M 11:02 5.9 10:57 SUNSET 7:17 PM - PDT 21 Tu 11:28 6.2 11:27 22 W 11:52 6.4 ---23 Th 12:06 6.2 12:16 24 F 12:44 6.1 12:40 25 Sa 1:23 5.9 1:06 SUNSET 7:09 PM - PDT 26 Su 2:04 5.7 1:34 27 M 2:48 5.4 2:05 28 Tu 3:40 5.1 2:42 29 W 4:42 4.9 3:28 30 Th 5:56 4.8 4:28

Ft. 6.5 6.5 6.7 6.9 7.2 7.5 7.5 7.2 7.6 7.8 7.8 7.6 7.2 6.8 6.3 6.1 6.0 6.0 6.1 6.2 6.2 ---6.6 6.7 6.8 6.8 6.8 6.7 6.5 6.3

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■ Outside the Crescent City Information Center, Redwood National and State Parks.

Visitor sites are rolling out welcome mat elcome to America’s Wild Rivers Coast, the hiddenaway home of some of the most beautiful natural settings in the world. Visitor centers throughout the region can be helpful for tourists looking for the area’s attractions or needing a place to stay, and for local residents eager to take a hike and learn alongside a naturalist. The dual purposes are appropriate, according to Debbie Savage. “I just encourage people to explore what’s in your own back yard that people travel from around the world to see,” said Savage, acting chief of interpretation for Redwood National and State Parks.

CALIFORNIA Two main centers in Crescent City provide a wealth of information yearround about the area’s outdoor, lodging and business offerings. A group of seasonal information areas are also located in state parks throughout Del Norte County. ■ Crescent City Information Center, Redwood National and State Parks 1111 2nd St., Crescent City (707) 465-7335 Hours: Open seven days a week, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., June-Sept.; 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sept.-Nov.; 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Dec.-March; 9 a.m.-5 p.m. March-May. This facility serves as the main information center in Del Norte County for Redwood National and State Parks. The center provides maps, orientation information for parks, and details about ranger-led programs. The center also hosts a small shop that sells books and souvenirs. ■ Kuchel Visitor Center, the other main informational center for Redwood National and State Parks, is located

south of Orick within Redwood National Park. This facility includes an array of exhibits, maps and parks information and a bookstore. The hours are the same as the Crescent City center. For more information, call (707) 465-7765. ■ Crescent City/Del Norte County Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center 1001 Front St., Crescent City (707) 464-3174 Hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., seven days a week from Memorial Day through Labor Day. After Labor Day hours are 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday-Friday. This center offers maps, travel information, tourism magazines, a small selection of merchandise and information on local attractions. It also provides literature about the chamber’s members, including RV parks, hotels and restaurants. A few smaller visitor centers that are open for the summer months include: ■ Hiouchi Information Center, Redwood National and State Parks Hours: Open seven days a week, 9

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a.m.-6 p.m., mid-June to mid-Sept. Closed for winter. This facility has books for sale and an auditorium that shows an introductory film about redwood forests. It’s located on U.S. Hwy. 199 across from the campground entrance in Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park. Call the Crescent City Information Center at (707) 465-7306 for more information. ■ Campground centers Two small visitor centers are open in the summer and occasionally during the winter within Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park’s campground and the Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park campground near each park’s amphitheaters. Evening campfire programs take place at each campground. Call the Crescent City Information Center at (707) 465-7306 for more information.

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OREGON It’s hard to miss the state of Oregon’s newest visitor center on the ocean side of Highway 101 just north of the Oregon/California border. The 4,500-square-foot center at Crissey Field State Park is part of a 40-acre park with 15 acres of ocean shore. The facility is a showcase of sustainable features designed to reduce impacts to the environment, including solar panels, waterless urinals and pipes made of recycled plastic. The center includes a reception area, indoor and 24-hour outdoor public restrooms and office space. It opened in December 2009. The building offers plenty of parking and views of the Pacific Ocean. Several trails lead visitors to the beach or the nearby Winchuck River. The center is also the new home for the U.S. Forest Service office, Travel Oregon, the Oregon state travel agency, and the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department. Forest Service office hours are from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 1:30

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GOLD BEACH The Gold Beach Visitor Center is situated directly off Highway 101 on the ocean side. The center offers more than just brochures and maps, it offers a coastal experience with a stunning ocean view, and access to nearby dunes and a long, sandy beach. There is a picnic area that features

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swings, volleyball nets and several trails. A check of the center’s log books shows tourists visting from as far away as Japan, Germany and Canada. Center staff often sit down with tourists and map out an itinerary of all there is to do in Gold Beach, Curry County, the coast and into the Rogue Valley. The visitor center offers numerous brochures, maps and guides covering the entire Oregon coast. Menus for local restaurants and a list of lodgings from the fanciest hotel to the most remote wilderness campgrounds are at tourists’ fingertips. Even road-weary travelers just looking for a break from behind the wheel are invited to sit down and watch one of the videos running constantly in the center. Everything is free, including the oneon-one itinerary planning. The Gold Beach Visitor Center, located at 94080 Shirley Lane, is open all year. The hours from Memorial Day through Labor Day are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays. After Labor Day the center is open 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday, closed Sundays. For more information, call (541) 2477526.

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■ SCHEDULE OF EVENTS ■MAY 2010 Outdoor Marketplace 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m., every Saturday and Sunday through September, Righetti’s Masquerade Village, 16372 Lower Harbor Road, Brookings. May 28-30, 71st annual Azalea Festival, “Beauty and the Beach,” street fair, parade, art show, craft fair, quilt show, seafood luncheon, barbecue and much more. Brookings, (541) 469-3181. May 29, HAM CRAM, the Del Norte Amateur Radio Club will allow participants to study for radio license exams in the morning, then take the FCC test for the class after lunch, Crescent Fire Protection District office. (707) 464-6254. May 29-30, Brookings-Harbor Farmers and Artisans Market, first weekend will be 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.; thereafter every Saturday 9 a.m.-3 p.m., through Oct. 16. Boardwalk, Port of Brookings Harbor. (541) 469-9522. May 29-30, “Aladdin,” Brookings-Harbor Community Theater. (541) 469-4700. ■JUNE 2010 Crescent City Farmers Market, begins June 19, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. every Saturday through October, Del Norte County Fairgrounds parking lot, call Ron, (707) 464-7441, ext. 259. BID’s Wednesday Farmers Market, downtown Crescent City, begins June 16 through Oct. 20. Call for hours, (707) 464-6600. Brookings-Harbor Farmers and Artisans Market, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., every Saturday through Oct. 16. Boardwalk, Port of Brookings Harbor. (541) 469-9522. Art Walk, 4-7 p.m., second Saturday of each month. A community of galleries and business venues showcase art and artists. Music and finger foods at most venues, Brookings, information: www.wildriverscoastart.com. Outdoor Marketplace, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday through September, Righetti’s Masquerade Village, 16372 Lower Harbor Road, Brookings. Wednesday Farmers Market, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., every Wednesday through September, Chetco Grange Community Center, Hwy. 101 and Zimmerman, Harbor. (541) 813-1136. June 5, 10th annual Crescent City Poker Run, a Relay For Life fundraiser, starts at 9 a.m. at Crescent Fire Protection Station, 255 Washington Blvd., for street-legal motorcycles to ride from Crescent City to Cave Junction and back. Cost: $25 per person or $35 per couple. Registration includes free breakfast from 6:308:30 a.m. (open to non-participants for a donation) and tri-tip lunch at the end of the ride. Call Cliff at (707) 951-5359 or e-mail cliff.coulter@yahoo.com. June 11, Family Movie Matinee, free snacks, Family Resource Center, 494 Pacific Ave., Crescent City, 3 p.m. (707) 464-5500. June 12, Chetco Federal Credit Union Tournament, Salmon Run golf course, Brookings. (541) 469-4888. June 12, KPOD Colgate Country Showdown,

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7:30 p.m., Lucky 7 Casino, Smith River. Finals will be July 4, 4 p.m. at Beachfront Park. (707) 464-9561. June 12, Lighthouse Quilt Guild handapplique class, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., 201 Del Norte St., Crescent City (707) 464-3538. June 12, Summer Sing Along, live musicians, suitable for ages 2-10, all are welcome, Family Resource Center, 494 Pacific Ave., Crescent City. Free. (707) 464-5500. June 13, American Music Festival free outdoor concert, 1 p.m., Azalea Park, Brookings. (541) 469-3181. June 17, Lighthouse Quilt Guild Sewing for Wounded Troops, come help design or sew blocks or just watch, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 201 Del Norte St., Crescent City (707) 464-3538. June 17-20, Pistol River Wave Bash, windsurfing contest to feature big names, as well as up-and-coming athletes, Pistol River State Park, 10 miles south of Gold Beach on Highway 101, milepost 339. (808) 280-4419. June 19, Health Fair, sponsored by the Del Norte County Dept. of Health and Human Services, at Del Norte County Fairgrounds, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., exhibits, activities, food and more. Free admission. (707) 464-3191. June 19, Rally for the Cure Ladies 9-Hole Golf Tournament, Del Norte Golf Course, 130 Club Drive, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., $50 fee includes golf cart, lunch and prizes. (707) 458-3214. June 20, American Music Festival free outdoor concert, 1 p.m., Azalea Park, Brookings. (541) 469-3181. June 24, Art Demo and potluck, 11:30 a.m., Crescent Harbor Gallery, 140 Marine Way. Free. (707) 464-9133. June 25, Black Tie and Tennis Shoes, 5-8 p.m., reception to meet artists participating in Open Studio Tour, Manley Art Center and Gallery, 509 Pine St., Brookings. June 26, Brookings Open Studio Tour, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., local artists open studios to public. Purchase tour book at Manley Art Center, 509 Pine St., Brookings. (541) 469-1807 or (541) 469-9522. June 26, Summer Sing Along, live musicians, suitable for ages 2-10, all are welcome, 1 p.m., Family Resource Center, 494 Pacific Ave., Crescent City. Free. (707) 4645500. June 26, Elks Club Tournament, Salmon Run golf course, Brookings. (541) 469-4888. June 26, Field Day with the Del Norte Amateur Radio Club, Beachfront Park near the gazebo, Crescent City. Make contact with other amateur operators throughout the U.S. and worldwide. (707) 494-6254. June 26, POP 4th annual Sweets By the Sea, dinner, specialty coffees, dessert samples and silent and live auctions, Cultural Center, 1001 Front St., Crescent City, 6 p.m. Dinner tickets are $35 each or $65 per couple; dessert only tickets are $20. Buy tickets at Del Norte Office Supply, Soul Feet and Mary Dorman’s

State Farm office. June 27, Del Norte Habitat For Humanity Garden Tour, 12:30-4:30 p.m. Four homes on tour, desserts by Vita Cucina. Tickets are $15, available at Del Norte Office Supply, Johnston’s Gift, Garden and Home and the Dutch Gardener. (707) 458-3709 or (707) 464-4262. June 27-July 4, the 32nd annual Jed Smith Mountain Men Rendezvous, traditional archery, period clothing, dutch oven and weaving demonstrations, apple pie contest and more, Rowdy Creek Gun Club, Smith River. (707) 722-4259 or go to www.jedsmithmountainmen.com. ■JULY 2010 Crescent City Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. every Saturday through October, Del Norte County Fairgrounds parking lot, call Ron, (707) 464-7441, ext. 259. (NOTE: will be held at the harbor July 3 and Aug. 8.) BID’s Wednesday Farmers Market, downtown Crescent City, through Oct. 20. Call for hours. (707) 464-6600. Brookings-Harbor Farmers and Artisans Market, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., every Saturday through Oct. 16. Boardwalk, Port of Brookings Harbor. (541) 469-9522. Sunday Artisans, every Sunday July through September, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., arts, crafts, and garden items. Chetco Avenue and Oak Street, Brookings. (541) 469-9522. Art Walk, 4-7 p.m., second Saturday of each month. A community of galleries and business venues showcase art and artists. Music and finger foods at most venues, Brookings, information: www.wildriverscoastart.com. Outdoor Marketplace, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday through September, Righetti’s Masquerade Village, 16372 Lower Harbor Road, Brookings. Wednesday Farmers Market, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., every Wednesday through September, Chetco Grange Community Center, Hwy. 101 and Zimmerman, Harbor. (541) 813-1136. July 2-4, Lighthouse Repertory Theatre’s annual 4th of July Melodrama, United Methodist Church, 664 H St., Crescent City, 6:30 p.m. on July 2-3, 3 p.m. on July 4. (707) 465-3740. July 3, the annual Chamber Deck Party, with live music, no-host bar and food, Crescent City Cultural Center, 1001 Front St., 5-8 p.m. (707) 464-3174. July 3, After Deck Party Dance, Del Norte County Fairgrounds, 8 p.m. July 3-4, Coast Redwood Art Association Arts Festival featuring local artisans, vendor and food booths, Cultural Center, 1001 Front St., Crescent City, Friday 4-8 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free admission. Oil painting raffle Saturday at 3 p.m. (707) 464-9133. July 4, KPOD Colgate Country Showdown Finals musical talent competition, 4 p.m., Beachfront Park stage, Crescent City. (707)

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464-9561. July 4, annual Fourth of July Festival, Crescent City celebration with a parade starting at noon, food, art show, merchandise and game booths. Fireworks begin at Beachfront Park shortly after 9 p.m. (707) 464-3174. July 4, CASA of Del Norte's 2nd annual Ducky Dash for CA$H! Your chance to win money when you pick the lucky ducky. (707) 464-3320. July 4, 29th annual Ice Cream and Homemade Pie Social, 8:30 a.m.2 p.m., Del Norte Historical Society Museum, 577 H St., Crescent City, on the parade route. (707) 464-3922. July 4, Fourth of July Celebration, Port of Brookings Harbor, activities and fireworks show at dark. July 4, Party at the Port, Port of Gold Beach, 3-11 p.m., live music, beer court, hot dogs, ice cream, games, fireworks at dusk. July 9-10, Relay for Life, starts at 7 p.m., Brookings-Harbor High School. Visit www.CurryRelayFor Life.com. (541) 661-2317. July 9-18, “Charlotte’s Web,” Brookings-Harbor Community Theater. (541) 469-4700. July 10, The 41st Annual Gasquet Raft Races, benefitting Gasquet American Legion. Registration 10-11:30 a.m. for a 2.5-mile race (costumes encouraged) on the Smith River. Awards given for most unusual raft. A deep-pit barbecue, beer tasting and other surprises. (707) 457-3064. July 10, Emblem Club’s Garage and Bake Sale, Elks Lodge, 359 H St. (707) 954-4530. July 10, Summer Sing Along, live musicians, suitable for ages 2-10, all are welcome, 1 p.m., Family Resource Center, 494 Pacific Ave. Free. (707) 464-5500. July 10-11, Men’s Club Invitational, Salmon Run golf course, Brookings. (541) 469-4888. July 10-11, Farmers Market, Artisans Craft Fair, Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Event Center on the Beach, Gold Beach. (541) 2477147.

July 11, American Music Festival free outdoor concert, 1 p.m., Azalea Park, Brookings. (541) 469-3181. July 15, Lighthouse Quilt Guild Sewing for Wounded Troops, come help design or sew blocks or just watch, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 201 Del Norte St., Crescent City (707) 464-3538. July 17-18, Southern Oregon Kite Festival, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., free event, spectacular kite show for two full days, booths, food, and activities, Brookings, www.southernoregonkitefestival.com. (541) 412-2941. July 22, Art Demo and potluck, 11:30 a.m., Crescent Harbor Gallery, 140 Marine Way. Free. (707) 464-9133. July 23, Family Movie Matinee, free snacks, Family Resource Center, 494 Pacific Ave., Crescent City, 3 p.m. (707) 464-5500. July 23-24, the 11th annual American Cancer Society Relay For Life, begins at 6 p.m. on Friday through 6 p.m. on Saturday at Del Norte High School Track, Crescent City. (707) 464-8277, option 3. July 24, Summer Sing Along, live musicians, suitable for ages 2-10, all are welcome, 1 p.m., Family Resource Center, 494 Pacific Ave., Crescent City. Free. (707) 464-5500. July 24, Faire by the Sea Renaissance Festival, noon-7 p.m., Azalea Park, Brookings, $5 adults, children free. (541) 251-4027. July 24, annual Innominata Garden Tour, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., tour gardens in Gold Beach area, tickets required, purchase at Flowers by the Sea and Sweet Briar. (541) 247-2689. July 24-25, Christmas in July, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Farmers Market, arts and crafts, Event Center on the Beach, Gold Beach. (541) 247-7147. July 25, American Music Festival free outdoor concert, 1 p.m., Azalea Park, Brookings. (541) 469-3181. July 29-Aug. 1, Curry County Fair, “Wild Berries, and Critters, and Rides, Oh My!” Entertainment, talent contest, bands, parade, livestock and carnival, Event Center on the Beach, Gold Beach. (541) 247-4541.

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■AUGUST 2010 Crescent City Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. every Saturday through October, Del Norte County Fairgrounds parking lot, call Ron, (707) 464-7441, ext. 259. (NOTE: will be held at the harbor Aug. 8.) BID’s Wednesday Farmers Market, downtown Crescent City through Oct. 20. Call for hours, (707) 464-6600. Brookings-Harbor Farmers and Artisans Market, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., every Saturday through Oct. 16. Boardwalk, Port of Brookings Harbor. (541) 4699522. Sunday Artisans, every Sunday through September, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., arts, crafts, and garden items. Chetco Avenue and Oak Street. (541) 469-9522. Art Walk, 4-7 p.m., second Saturday of each month. A community of galleries and business venues showcase art and artists. Music and finger foods at most venues, Brookings, information: www.wildriverscoastart.com. Outdoor Marketplace, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday through September, Righetti’s Masquerade Village, 16372 Lower Harbor Road, Brookings. Wednesday Farmers Market, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., every Wednesday through September, Chetco Grange Community Center, Hwy. 101 and Zimmerman, Harbor. (541) 813-1136. Aug. 1, American Music Festival free outdoor concert, 1 p.m., Stagelights Community Music Showcase featuring regional bands playing rock, folk, country and pop originals and covers. Azalea Park, Brookings. (541) 469-3181. Aug. 2, 12th annual Vintage VW Highway 1 Cruise, Curly Redwood Lodge, 701 Hwy. 101 South. Dozens of VWs will be making a stop in Crescent City. Martini party, 6 p.m. (805) 653-5009. Aug. 5-8, the annual Del Norte County Fair, at the fairgrounds, Crescent City. (707) 464-9556. Aug. 6-22, “Thar She Blows,” Chetco Pelican Players, call for show dates and times, 1240 Chetco Ave., Brookings. (541) 469-1857. Aug. 7, Habitat For Humanity Rummage Sale, 1301 Northcrest Dr., Crescent City, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. (707) 464-4262. Aug 7-8, Festival of the Arts, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m., Port of Brookings Harbor

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place on Wedderburn Loop, North Bank Rogue River, in Gold Beach. (541) 247-7084. Aug. 28, Mr. and Mrs. Tournament, Salmon Run golf course, Brookings. (541) 469-4888. Aug. 28, CASA of Del Norte’s 11th annual Chip in For Kids Golf Tournament, Del Norte Golf Club, 130 Club Dr., Crescent City. Shotgun start at 9 a.m. (707) 464-3320. Aug. 28, Summer Sing Along, live musicians, suitable for ages 2-10, all are welcome, 1 p.m., Family Resource Center, 494 Pacific Ave., Crescent City. Free. (707) 4645500. Aug. 28-29, 10th annual Coastal Fall Fest, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., farmers market and artisans craft fair. Event Center on the Beach, Gold Beach. Aug. 29, American Music Festival free outdoor concert, 1 p.m., Azalea Park, Brookings. (541) 469-3181. ■SEPTEMBER 2010 Crescent City Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. every Saturday through October, Del Norte County Fairgrounds parking lot, call Ron, (707) 464-7441, ext. 259. BID’s Wednesday Farmers Market, downtown Crescent City, through Oct. 20. Call for hours. (707) 464-6600. Brookings-Harbor Farmers and Artisans Market, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., every Saturday through Oct. 16. Boardwalk, Port of Brookings Harbor. (541) 469-9522. Sunday Artisans, every Sunday through September, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., arts, crafts, and garden items. Chetco Avenue and Oak Street. (541) 4699522. Art Walk, 4-7 p.m., second Saturday of each month. A community of galleries and business venues showcase art and artists. Music and finger foods at most venues, Brookings, information: www.wildriverscoastart.com. Outdoor Marketplace, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday through September, Righetti’s Masquerade Village, 16372 Lower Harbor Road, Brookings. Wednesday Farmers Market, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., every Wednesday through September, Chetco Grange Community Center, Hwy. 101 and Zimmerman, Harbor. (541) 813-1136. Sept. 3-5, 8th annual Slam’n Salmon Ocean Derby, the West Coast’s largest ocean salmon derby, vendor fair, beer garden, barbecue, daily prizes, $15,000 in cash awards, Port of Brookings Harbor. (541) 251-1563. Sept. 4, artists reception for the 2nd annual National Coast Redwoods Art Association Juried Art Competition, Crescent Harbor Gallery, 140 Marine Way, 6-8 p.m. (707) 464-9133. Sept. 11, Lighthouse Quilt Guild slice and dice quilting class, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 201 Del Norte St., Crescent City. (707) 464-3538. Sept. 12, Winchuck Fire Department barbecue, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., 00363 Winchuck River Road, Brookings. Sept. 12, American Music Festival free out-

door concert, 1 p.m., Azalea Park, Brookings. (541) 469-3181. Sept. 14, the Del Norte-Curry Community Concert Association presents Dallas Brass performing a large repertoire of musical genres, Crescent Elk Auditorium, 994 G St., 7:30 p.m. Cost: $15 at the door. (707) 4656572 or (707) 458-3373. Sept. 17, Lighthouse Quilt Guild Sewing for Wounded Troops, come help design or sew blocks or just watch, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., 201 Del Norte St., Crescent City. (707) 464-3538. Sept. 17-18, 10th annual Northcoast Redwoods Writers’ Conference, College of the Redwoods, Del Norte. Runs from Friday evening to Saturday at 5 p.m. giving attendees opportunity to learn from an agent, a publisher and published authors, with a publishing panel, workshops, readings and critique sessions. (707) 465-2303. Sept 17-19, 18th annual Agness-Illahe Gathering of the People, grand entry Saturday at noon on big bend of the Rogue. (541) 425-1663. Sept. 18, Prowl and Growl Tournament, Salmon Run golf course, Brookings. (541) 4694888. Sept. 18, Jefferson State Bike Tour, hosted by the Del Norte Chapter of the American Red Cross and Del Norte Amateur Radio Club. Four different rides: 10- and 25-mile family rides and 50- and 100-mile challenge rides. (707) 4646254. Sept. 18-19, 26th annual Festival of Quilts, “Quilting at the Beach,” Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; quilts galore, doll vendors, handmade boutique. Lunch available. Event Center on the Beach, Gold Beach. Sept. 23, Art Demo and potluck, 11:30 a.m., Crescent Harbor Gallery, 140 Marine Way. Free. (707) 464-9133. Sept. 24-Oct. 9, “Attack of the Killer Grasshoppers,” Brookings-Harbor Community Theater. (541) 469-4700. Sept. 25, Yurok-Style Salmon Feed, Crescent Harbor Gallery, 140 Marine Way, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., tickets $10. (707) 4649133. Sept. 25,The Wild Rivers Ducky Derby at Loeb State Park, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Brookings-Harbor. Sept. 25, Garage Sale Saturday, Brookings-Harbor community garage sale featuring more than 100 individual garage sales. Call the Curry Coastal Pilot, Brookings. (541) 4693123. Sept. 25, Friends of Curry County Home Health and Hospice Tournament, Salmon Run golf course, Brookings. (541) 469-4888. Sept. 26, Friends of Music Concert Series, Cellist Clancy Newman with Piano, 3 p.m., Calvary Assembly of God Church, 518 Fir St., Brookings. Sept. 26-28, Big Hook Fishing and Golf Tournament, Salmon Run golf course, Brookings. (541) 469-4888.

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KITE FESTIVAL One of the most anticipated summer festivals in Brookings is the annual Southern Oregon Kite Festival at the Port of Brookings Harbor. This year’s event is scheduled for 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 17-18. The spectacular kite festival will feature two full days of worldrenowned kite flyers who perform

Oc sa Da individual and team routines set to music. Thousands of visitors and locals will find plenty of food and merchandise offered by more than a dozen vendors. But one doesn’t need to be an expert to fly a kite. There are plenty of summer breezes and seaside locations on America’s Wild Rivers Coast to unfurl your own kite and let it soar. Basic kites can be purchased at most local stores. Sporthaven Beach at the Port of Brookings Harbor is one easy spot to fly a kite. The sandy beach stretches for a quarter mile, offering many open areas for launching a kite. Several local flyers often use this beach to practice their stunt-kite maneuvers. Harris Beach at the north end of Brookings is another favorite spot, as is Lone Ranch Beach about another three miles north. The wind always seems to be blowing at Pistol River, located half-way between Brookings and Gold Beach, as well as the beach fronting the city of Gold Beach itself. In fact, with so many beaches and plenty of wind, it’s hard not to find a perfect place to fly a kite.

FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS More than 100 fine artists and craftsmen will be selling their work at the 17th annual Brookings Harbor Festival of the Arts on Aug. 7 and 8 at the Port of Brookings Harbor, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. In 2006 and 2008, the festival was awarded “Best Fine Arts Festival” by the Oregon Festivals and Events Association. Organizers hope to outdo themselves this year with the help of artists from around the western United States who will be offering paintings in all media, photography, pottery, ceramics, jewelry, beadwork, metal sculpture, stained glass, woodwork, fabric art and furniture. The festival takes place on the boardwalk at the port, which has dozens of unique retail shops, services, restaurants and lodging facilities. Artist demonstrations will be held throughout the day, and a free Children’s Art Activity Corner will be provided by the Chetco Community Public Library. Free entertainment will be provided and food will be available through vendors and port restaurants. The reputation of the show has spread far and wide and applications are requested by hundreds of artisans. Each year the number of visitors increases,

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■ SUMMER FESTIVALS with an estimated 5,000 attending the festival last year. It is a juried show, filled with unique and original arts and crafts, and the committee reviews photographs of the work and booths of all participants to ensure a balanced show with highest quality items. No manufactured, assembled, or consumable items are accepted. Admission, parking and shuttle services are free. Festival programs and area maps are available. For additional information visit http://www.artfestcoast.com, e-mail artfestival@nwtec.com, or call 541-469-7120. The Festival of the Arts is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the promotion of original arts and crafts in the Brookings-Harbor area.

SLAM’N SALMON OCEAN DERBY The eighth annual Slam’n Salmon Ocean Derby is the West Coast’s largest salmon derby scheduled over Labor Day Weekend, Sept. 3-5. The three-day event event lures more than 500 hopeful fishermen and thousands of people to the Port of Brookings Harbor. It includes a large vendor fair, boats, cars and RV display, a beer garden, and culminates with the Sunday Salmon Barbeque. A total of $15,000 in cash awards will be handed out during the event. Money raised through entry fees is donated to various fish enhancement programs. For more information call 541-469-2218.

FOURTH OF JULY IN CRESCENT CITY The annual Fourth of July Festival is a traditional small-town celebration that draws a big crowd. Thousands of people show up in Crescent City each year for the festivities, including a downtown parade (starts at noon) that last year attracted 95 entries. Activities continue along the waterfront all day during the Beachfront Fair, featuring vendor booths, live music, Pastels in the Park, Cow Chip Bingo, Country Colgate Showdown, Rubber Ducky races and

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lots more for all ages. A massive fireworks show begins shortly after 9 p.m. over the Battery Point Lighthouse, with the best viewing locations being from Beachfront Park, Howe Drive, Whaler Island, South Beach, Brother Jonathan Vista Point, the Enderts Beach overlook and U.S. Hwy. 101. For general information about the Fourth of July events, call the Crescent City/Del Norte County Chamber of Commerce at (707) 464-3174. The festival also includes a major art fair that brings in numerous regional artists to meet and display their work, including photography, paintings and drawings, quilts, ceramics, jewelry and weaving. Watch artists paint their masterpieces at the fair, or put your money down for a group painting that will be raffled off on July 4 at 3 p.m. The art fair will be open 4-8 p.m. July 3 and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. July 4 at the Crescent City Cultural Center, 1001 Front St., adjacent to Beachfront Park. Admission is free. The art fair is sponsored by Coast Redwoods Art Association. For more

information, call (707) 464-9133.

KLAMATH SALMON FESTIVAL The Yurok Tribe will be celebrating its 48th annual Klamath Salmon Festival on Aug. 21. Thousands will congregate in Klamath to purchase locally made gifts, watch stick games, listen to live music and eat traditionally cooked chinook salmon. It’s a family-friendly event with activities for children. The day-long event will kick off with a veterans’ breakfast at 8 a.m., followed by a parade at 10 a.m. Attending the Salmon Festival is not just about having fun and eating delicious salmon, it’s also a chance to learn about Yurok culture while on the tribe’s reservation by the Klamath River. The festival will take place in front of the Yurok Tribal headquarters on Klamath Boulevard off U.S. Hwy. 101. For more information, contact the Yurok Tribe at (707) 482-1350 or visit www.klamathsalmonfestival.com.

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Something for everyone in region’s art galleries rt is alive and well along the Wild Rivers Coast, with an eclectic mix of galleries and studios in Curry and Del Norte counties to tickle the taste of

any art lover. In addition to a wide assortment of galleries open to visitors, receptions and events celebrating art are regularly scheduled. In Brookings, the Second Saturday Art Walk is not to be missed. The walk, beginning its sixth year, regularly includes a community of galleries and business venues offering a wide variety of art, plus live local musicians of varying styles, and refreshments, from 4 to 7 p.m. every second Saturday. Each venue offers a different special attraction, ranging from the featured

artists talking about their work, to readings of original stories and poetry, to the famous Brookings Limericists in competition. Where to find art:

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■ Robin’s Nest Antiques & Collectibles, 155 King St., across from

Marine Way, (707) 464-9133: local artists’ paintings, prints, pottery, photography, stained glass, kinetic sculpture. ■ Talking Crow Studio, 170 Marine Way, (707) 464-7690 or www.talkingcrowstudio.com, art gallery and studio offering mixed media art, clay, oil and ink pieces and workshops. ■ Gallery of Arts & Culture, 175 H

Crescent City Harbor, (707) 4646073: work of local artists, oils, pottery, native American baskets and beadwork. ■ Wild Bill’s Off the Beach, 1216 Second St., (707) 954-8420: blown art glass pipes, glass beads, unique paintings, all locally made. ■ Wright’s Custom Framing, 1072 Third St., (707) 464-3645. Art displays, custom matting and framing, fine art and photo reproduction.

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St., (707) 464-4745: work of local and regional artists, sculpture, baskets, oils, photography. ■ Bay Studios, 1030 Sunset Circle (behind Apple Peddler Restaurant), (707) 464-9324, art made from local resources by local artists: kelp baskets, pottery, watercolors, woodwork, linocut. ■ Roger Hogan Studios, 2361 Lake Earl Drive, (707) 464-7909, by appointment: original stained glass.

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■ Art Walk Antiques, frame shop and stained glass, corner of Art Walk Alley and Willow Street: featuring an

eclectic collection of art, old glass, sculptures, furniture and jewelry.

■ Chetco Community Public Library gallery and showcase, 405 Alder St., (541) 469-7738: monthly exhibits include original art in all media, prints, photographs, sculpture, on a rotating basis. ■ Words and Pictures, 407 Oak St, (541) 469-7067: paintings in all media, sculpture, photos, sea baskets, jewelry, ceramics, fabric arts.

■ Signatures Gallery and JTo Prints, in a new location, 656 Chetco Ave., (541) 469-1085: offers original works of art and limited edition giclées by highly collectable regional, nationally and internationally known artists. ■ Dewey’s Digs, on Art Walk Alley, the lower level of the Curry Coastal Pilot newspaper: open during Second Saturday Art Walk, showing photography; home of the Limericists.

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■ Gold Beach Books, 29707 Ellensburg Ave., (541) 247-2495: features paintings and photography from artists of Wild Rivers Coast. ■ South Beach Gallery and Gardens, 29095 Ellensburg Ave., (541) 247-2897: a unique gallery of fine art, jewelry, ceramic pots, handmade batik sarongs and collectibles. ■ GoldRush Center, Ellensberg Avenue. Along every wall and in shops within this refurbished Gold Beach elementary school building visitors will find an eclectic collection of paintings, photography, sculptures and mixed media work from local artists.

PORT ORFORD ■ Finch’s Custom Jewelry, 1819 Oregon St., (541) 332-4400: paintings, objects d’art and custom-made jewelry. ■ Roaring Seas Gallery, 40 Hwy. 101, (541) 332-4444: by appointment, silk painting and fused glass art.

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■ ROADSIDE ATTRACTIONS

■ Ocean World offers an interactive experience with tidepool creatures and a chance to pet leopard sharks.

Stretch your legs at these attractions ust watch for the giant seals or the even bigger Paul Bunyon/blue ox combination. They’ll lead you to some of the most notable roadside attractions for family fun along America’s Wild Rivers Coast. They include Ocean World (home of the aforementioned giant seal statues out front) and Trees of Mystery (Bunyon and his ox). Here’s a look at both, as well as FunBus tours that offer an alternative way to take in the sights while leaving the driving to someone else.

OCEAN WORLD What better way for families to understand sharks than by petting them? Ocean World on U.S. Highway 101

South in Crescent City provides the opportunity to do so, along with a guided tour showcasing local fish and sea animals, a seal habitat and a gift shop. One of the prime attractions is the shark petting included on the tour. Two leopard sharks give visitors a chance to get up close and personal. Monitored by staff, the sharks allow participants to get their hands wet. New to Ocean World is the pinniped habitat with two adult harbor seals, Marina and Scully, and a 2-year-old sea lion, Cora, from Germany. “Scully likes to stick his tongue out at his trainers and mimic them with yakking noises,” says employee Heather Dickinson. “He smiles and growls and acts like E.T.” During tours visitors may get the opportunity to witness Cora during training sessions. Ocean World also houses a 500,000gallon aquarium, home to a variety of fish, sharks, rays and eels, but the real story is where the aquarium came from. The walk-through aquarium was an old floating barge that used to be called the Undersea Gardens. The barge was

brought onto land and the tanks were built around it in the early-1980s.

OCEAN WORLD DETAILS ■ WHAT: Hands-on, interactive experience with tidepool animals, petting leopard sharks and a guided tour. ■ WHEN: Seven days a week, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., tours scheduled throughout the day as people arrive. Tours are around 45 minutes long. ■ WHERE: 304 U.S. Hwy. 101 South, Crescent City. ■ COST: General admission is $9.95 per person, Children ages 4-11 are $5.95 and ages 3 and below are free. ■ CONTACT: Call (707) 464-4900 or go to www.oceanworldonline.com.

TREES OF MYSTERY If you want to know what the canopies of Del Norte redwood forests look like and view the amazing ways redwoods adapt to their environments, Trees of Mystery has just what the arborist ordered. “It’s a unique perspective of the

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redwood forest you can’t get any other way, besides being a bird,” said General Manager John Thompson, about the Sky Trail gondola ride at the attraction. The gondola follows a nearly one-mile-long trail through old-growth redwoods and includes signage and audio interpretations of exhibits. “It’s all about the area around here,” said Thompson. “At one time we were the largest privately owned tourist attraction in the United States.” Trees of Mystery isn’t just a self-guided meander through majestic redwoods and unique trees. The attractions include a world-famous Native American museum, a huge gift shop and a unique restaurant. “The inside is like being in a forest initially, the other section is like being at the bottom of the (Smith) River,” said Thompson about the Forest Cafe. “If you’re sitting at the bottom, you’d be able to see what was underneath.” The cafe accomplishes that with three-dimensional artwork complete with the under-sides of ducks, webbed-feet and all, and murals that wrap around the inside of the building. “It’s not only a lot of fun, it’s awe-inspiring and an awesome experience,” said Thompson, adding that as many people take pictures inside the cafe as on the trails. The hero of Trees of Mystery is Paul Bunyon, his myths and friends in the stories carved out by loggers of long ago. The Trail of Tall Tales is devoted to the myths surrounding Bunyon, as are the mammoth-size statue of his ox, Babe and himself in front of the building. “Paul Bunyon is a big hit with the kids,” said Thompson. He said the End of the Trail Museum, aptly named because of the redwood trail ending at the entrance to the museum, includes artifacts from tribes all over North America. “The End of the Trail Museum is said to be one of the best private collections in the world,” said Thompson. “It’s broad and very deep in its presentation.” A highlight of the museum is a statue carved from a huge redwood log entitled “The End of the Trail,” depicting an exhausted Native American with a spear at his side, leaning forward on his horse, which also looks like it’s had enough. “An artist named John Frasier created the original in 1915 and it sits in the Cowboy Hall of Fame today,” said Thompson. The replica was carved by Ambrose Gruenke, who traveled along the North Coast in the 1930s, hand-carving large redwood statues. “In 1938 he came here and carved this with a hatchet, handsaw and a pocket knife,” said Thompson. Trees of Mystery offers 23 rooms at the Motel Trees as well. If you don’t feel you’ve gotten close enough to the redwoods after leaving this place, try driving through the hollowed-out trunk of a giant at the Tour-Thru Tree just down the road in Klamath off Highway 169 just east of Highway 199.

TREES OF MYSTERY DETAILS

Paul Bunyon greets visitors to Trees of Mystery in Klamath.

■ WHAT: A self-guided, nearly one-mile long hike through pristine and unique redwoods, a gondola ride through redwood treetops, a Native American museum, a cafe offering the indoors experience of eating in a forest or underneath a river, a motel and a gift shop. ■ WHEN: Seven days a week, 8 a.m.-7 p.m., June through August. Museum hours are 8:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. ■ WHERE: 15500 Hwy. 101 South, Klamath. ■ COST: General admission is $14 per person; seniors 60 and over, $11; Children ages 4-11, $7; ages 3 and under, free. Museum admission is free. ■ CONTACT: Call 707-482-2251 or go to www.treesofmystery.net; for reservations at Motel Trees, call 1-800-848-2982.

FUNBUS TOURS Vacationers are often faced with not knowing where or how to begin exploring the wonders of America’s Wild Rivers Coast. Tourists in RVs are unable to visit many prime redwood, beach and river locations and they move on to other, more accessible vacation venues. With this in mind, FunBus Tours owner Aaron Funk offers a varied menu of adventure tours. “If we can offer tourists a unique experience at an affordable price, we can help them stay one more day,” explains Funk. “Vacationers will typically remain in an area as long as there are reasons to do

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so, and they spend dollars locally each day they are here.” The FunBus seats 26 passengers in wide-seat comfort, with panoramic windows, surround-sound and a 32-inch HD flat-screen monitor. “As we visit an area we present relevant video to add depth to the experience,” explained Funk. “In addition to the driver/guide’s narration, the video displays historical photos, close-ups and aerial views of a location.” Cited by Funk as examples are scenes filmed in Fern Canyon for the “Jurassic Park” movie series, wildlife close-ups and historical mining, logging, fishing and tribal photos. As the only tour bus authorized to visit the Redwood State and National Parks, the FunBus offers eco-tours into a number of popular groves with guided walks among the tall trees. Other eco-tours feature Fern Canyon, Gold Bluffs Beach, Coastal Drive, Oregon Caves and the Smith and Klamath rivers. Attractions featured in many tours include Trees of Mystery, Ocean World, Klamath Jet Boats, Battery Point Lighthouse, museums, galleries and area wineries and micro breweries. The FunBus also offers event tours to the Salmon Festival (Klamath), July 4th Fireworks (Crescent City), Kinetic Race (Arcata), Horse Races (Ferndale), Rodeo (Orick and Crescent City), the Cranberry Scoop (Bandon), Art Walk (Brookings), Music Festival (Eureka), Bigfoot searching and whale watching (Klamath). “It’s really satisfying to share our incredible natural resources, historic locations and commercial attractions with visitors from all over the world,” enthused Funk, who often

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■ ROADSIDE ATTRACTIONS Klamath Road, Klamath. ■ CONTACT: Call (707) 482-1030 or 888Funbus2 or go to www.FunBusTours.com

ON THE WILDER SIDE On the north end of the Wild Rivers Coast and inland on Highway 199, three longtime attractions put a different spin on the word “wild.”

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GAME PARK DETAILS ■ WHERE: 7 miles south of Bandon on Highway 101. ■ CONTACT: (541) 347-3106 ■ HOURS : 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

PREHISTORIC GARDENS Farther south, the critters are also wild—but tamer and older—at Prehistoric Gardens, where a collection of life-size dinosaur sculptures can be found amid the overwhelming green of a coastal rain forest. All animals are identified along with a pronunciation guide for their scientific names and facts about their diet and the period in which they lived. Since 1953, children of all ages have enjoyed cozying up safely to a T-rex or his other cousins, marveling at the colors, learning about their habits, and then wandering off around the next giant fern or skunk cabbage to see who else is lurking in the woods. PREHISTORIC GARDENS DETAILS ■ WHERE: 11 miles south of Port Orford on U.S. Hwy. 101. ■ CONTACT: (877) 332-4463. ■ HOURS : Daily 8 a.m. to dusk through

September.

GREAT CATS WORLD PARK A drive up U.S. Highway 199 into the Siskiyou Mountains of Southern Oregon can take you right into the heart of Africa—well, at least to where some big cats roam. Take a guided tour of Great Cats World Park to learn about and get up close with African lions, bengal tigers, snow leopards, jaguars, African servals, ocelots and many other exotic cats. The park has 35 cats and 17 different species at the park, many of whom are endangered or threatened. A stage show puts the cats in action to show off their natural ability. GREAT CATS WORLD PARK DETAILS ■ WHERE: 30 miles southwest of Grants Pass on Highway 199. ■ CONTACT: (541) 592-2957 ■HOURS : Open daily from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. ■ ADMISSION : $14 for adults, $12 for seniors age 65 and up, $10 for children 412 and free for children under 3.

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■ CASINOS

■ Lucky 7Casino, above and right, is in Smith River. Elk Valley Casino, below is in Crescent City.

Two places to play in Del Norte County or those interested in gambling, Del Norte County offers two casinos within 20 miles of one another. In Crescent City, Elk Valley Casino, which is owned by the Elk Valley Rancheria, offers hundreds of slot machines, bingo, and both blackjack and poker tables. A newly expanded bar and

restaurant also gives patrons the opportunity to eat, drink and gamble at the same time. Traveling north on U.S. Hwy. 101, travelers can hit the Lucky 7 Casino before reaching the Oregon border. Owned and operated by the Smith River Rancheria, this casino offers many of the same games— except for poker tables—and amenities, including a bar and

restaurant, with a convenient location just off the highway. The Lucky 7 Casino is in the midst of a $25 million expansion that will include covered parking, a larger gaming area, a convention center and a hotel. The casino is in the first of four phases of the project, and is estimating completion in the next three years. The next closest casinos outside of Del Norte County are, to the north, the Mill Casino in Oregon that is between Coos Bay and North Bend, and the Cher-Ae Heights Casino south of Crescent City in Trinidad.

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ELK VALLEY CASINO •Open 24 hours •23,000 square feet •More than 300 slot machines and video games •Blackjack tables open at 3 p.m., minimum bets starting at $3. Poker tables, including live Texas Hold ‘Em every night and tournaments Tuesday, Thursday and Friday at 6 p.m. •Play bingo Sundays in a non-smoking environment with early-bird games starting at 1:30 p.m. and regular games beginning at 2 p.m. On Monday, Thursday and Friday early bird games start at 6:30 p.m. with regular games beginning at 7 p.m. SOURCE: Elk Valley Casino Web site

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•Open 24 hours •More than 20,000 square feet •More than 300 slot machines and video games •Blackjack tables open daily, beginning at noon, table limits $3 to $200 •Play Bingo Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday, with regular games starting at 7 p.m. Wednesday is nosmoking day. SOURCE: Lucky 7 Casino Web site

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Point Lighthouse at Crescent City, Cape Blanco Lighthouse near the Sixes River north of Port Orford, Coquille River Lighthouse at Bandon, and Cape Arago Lighthouse near the entrance of Coos Bay, west of Charleston. Some are open to the public, at least part of the year, but one that is never open – the Pelican Bay Lighthouse at the Port of Brookings Harbor – is the newest of the breed and undoubtedly the most intimate. Pelican Bay is a private aid to navigation owned and built by Bill and Jo Ann Cady of Harbor as an exercise in nostalgia and family tradition. Bill Cady, whose father spent 37 years in the U.S. Lighthouse Service, grew up in California lighthouses at Point Loma, Cape Mendocino and Trinidad, and wanted to recapture those

days at his new home in Oregon. Resting comfortably on a bluff at the west end of Lower Harbor Road, Pelican Bay Lighthouse looks as cozy as a backyard gazebo, only much better lighted. Its beacon reaches 11 nautical miles into the Pacific. And it’s an official lighthouse, commissioned by the U.S. Coast Guard in 1999. Neither cozy nor readily visible, Point St. George Reef Lighthouse sits precariously on a rock six miles off the coast of Crescent City in some of the most treacherous waters on the West Coast. Its construction was inspired by the Brother Jonathon disaster, which claimed the lives of nearly 200 passengers and crewmen. It took 11 years to complete in 1892. Built on a 70-foot high concrete pier and equipped with a tower stretching

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FRED ENDERT MUNICIPAL POOL An indoor public pool with ocean views. Open year round. This pool offers lessons, family swims and fun for all!

DEL NORTE COUNTY VISITOR’S CENTER An informative jumping-off point for an incredible array of outdoor activities in Del Norte County. The Visitor Center includes maps and brochures, videos of local points of interest, restrooms, a picnic area in adjacent Beachfront Park, and access to the beach and Crescent City Harbor.

NORTH COAST MARINE MAMMAL CENTER Dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of stranded, sick or injured seals, sea lions, dolphins, porpoises and whales. Located in Crescent City’s Beachfront Park.

THE DEL NORTE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM Built in 1926 and used for the County Jail until 1963. The second floor contains original jail cells that serve as individual exhibit space. The most comprehensive museum on the north coast between San Francisco and Portland. Includes a renowned Native American basket and regalia collection, the first order Fresnel lens from St. George Reef Lighthouse, collections on logging, mining, fishing, music, domestics, and much more.

REDWOODS MURAL SOCIETY MURAL TOUR More than 30 murals and mosaics on public buildings throughout Del Norte County capture the essence of life on California Redwoods Coast, illustrating the symbiotic relationship between our community and our environment in striking and unexpected ways. The Redwoods Mural Society offers a free self-guided tour of the regions murals and mosaics. Tour brochures can be picked up at the Visitors Center.

BATTERY POINT LIGHTHOUSE AND DEL NORTE HISTORICAL MUSEUM An active lighthouse serving as a private aid to navigation. It was first lit with oil lamps on December 10, 1856. The lighthouse and its museum is open to the public for tours including opportunities to look into the personal quarters of keepers and their families and the furnishings and artifacts they have left behind since the 1850’s. Tours include a climb into the light tower.

WHALE WATCHING Spot gray whales less than 5 miles offshore during peak migration times. View them from the park at 9th Street and Pebble Beach Drive. Each winter, thousands of gray whales swim more than 6,000 miles from the chilly waters of Alaska’s Bering and Chukchi Seas to give birth and seek mates in the warm lagoons of Baja California. Whale watching season peaks in late December and early January and then again in late March.

DEL NORTE COUNTY LIBRARY The main branch is located at 190 Price Mall in Crescent City, California. Price Mall is at the northwest corner of Front and K Streets opposite the Del Norte County Chamber of Commerce. The branches serve the people of Del Norte County and visitors alike. The main branch library was established 1906.

TSUNAMI MEMORIAL View reminders of the devastating 1964 tsunami. Between H and K Streets view the memorial plaque at Tsunami Landing naming the eleven people who lost their lives. Along Front Street, you can see the giant 25 ton tetrapod (over a thousand of which make up the outer breakwater at Crescent City). This 25 ton tetrapod, was moved almost three feet by the tsunami.

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Battery Point Lighthouse, above, and Cape Blanco Lighthouse, below.

distinction as the state’s oldest continuously operated lighthouse since 1870, and its highest above sea level at 245 feet. The beacon from atop its 59foot tower beams signals 21 miles out to sea. The lighthouse opens for tours on selected days from May through October, and volunteer guides from the Bureau of Land Management like to point out magnificent ocean vistas, including seven arch rocks on nearby Blanco Reef and Port Orford Reef. The Bureau of Land Management shares jurisdiction with the U.S. Coast Guard, the Oregon State Parks Department and two Native American tribes in the operation of the facility. Back in the pre-electricity days of diesel-fired lighting, Cape Blanco Lighthouse once had a keeper named James Langlois who spent 42 years lugging fuel up a 63-step spiral staircase to the tower. He retired in 1918, taking with him a state record for tenure that still stands. Probably the state’s lowest lighthouse in elevation, the Coquille River Lighthouse near Bandon, sits just a few feet above the waterline not far from the point where the river meets the Pacific. It had a brief but exciting history of operation. Commonly known to mariners of the day as the Bandon Light, the Coquille River Lighthouse was one of the state’s last to go into operation in

1896 and one of the first to leave service in 1939. But during its years of operation, the Coquille River Lighthouse survived a fire in 1936 that wiped out Bandon, and was nearly rammed in the wreck of the C.A. Klose in 1903. The low-slung lighthouse structure stood abandoned for more than 35 years until restored as a museum in 1975. Because of its picturesque setting, the lighthouse is a popular subject for photographers and landscape painters. It is easily reached by visitors through the entrance to Bullards Beach State Park north of Bandon.

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Christian Science Church North Alder at Pine Street, Brookings Sunday Service ..............................11 a.m. Sunday School ...............................11 a.m.

Sunday..........................10:30 a.m. Wednesday Evenings ..........7 p.m. We are a Calvary Chapel Fellowship

Wednesday Testimony Meeting .................................7:30 p.m. Reading Room, Mondays and Wednesdays .......................1 to 3 p.m. Phone (541) 469-2398 or 469-3333

Brookings-Harbor Christian Church

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777 Fifth Street, Brookings Sunday AM Service 10:00 a.m. Weekly Communion Small Group Ministries

15803 Hwy, 101 S. Harbor Sunday School .............................9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship .........................10:30 a.m. Below: Call for Locations Sunday Small Groups ..........................6:00 p.m. Tuesday Youth Group ..........................7:00 p.m. Wednesday Small Groups ...................6:30 p.m. James Schultz Pastor (541) 469-3458

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9th & “E” St., Crescent City • 707-464-6312 Sunday Bible School for all ages...............9:30 a.m. Communion & Preaching ...........10:45 a.m. Junior Church Service..........Ages 3 thru 11 Evening Service ...........................6:30 p.m.

607 Pacific Ave., Brookings Sunday School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9:30 a.m. Worship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 a.m. Thursday Evening Bible Study . . . .6:45 p.m. Grades Pre-K - 12th . . . . . . . . .Wed. 6 p.m.

Pastor David Hunter • Phone (541) 469-3725

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Foursquare Church 144 Butte St. Crescent City • 707-464-9501 Pastor Tim Harrison Worship Services Saturday ......................................6:00 p.m. Sunday ...........................9:00 & 11:00 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 9 a.m. Nursery Care & Children’s Programs Youth Programs

Grace Lutheran (LCMS) 188 East Cooper Avenue, Crescent City Church 707-464-4712 Preschool 707-464-7604 Sunday Traditional Worship.......................8:30 a.m. Sunday School/Bible Classes ......9:45 a.m. Contemporary Worship...............11:00 a.m. Nursery Care Provided Pastor: Dan Schlensker Preschool Director: Jane Goss

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Living Waters Foursquare Church 1136 Fifield Street, Brookings Sunday Morning Worship . . . . . . .10:30 a.m. Wed. Kid’s Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7:00 p.m. Wed. Adult Bible Study . . . . . . . . . .7:00 p.m. Thurs: Youth Group . . . . . . . . . . . .7:00 p.m.

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■ HIKING THE COAST

■ Hidden Beach, left, is north of the mouth of the Klamath River on the California Coastal Trail. Whale’s Head, above, is on the Oregon Coast Trail north of Brookings. Additional information about Whale’s Head page 75

Amid the woods and the foliage, incredible views of Pacific await isitors to Oregon’s South Coast don’t have to go far to find miles of pristine hiking trails that hug the coastline and overlook the Pacific Ocean. Hiking options range from short day hikes to long overnight journeys in the Kalmiopsis Wilderness located 30 miles east of Highway 101. This area was named after a rare flowering shrub and its rugged country is accessible only by foot or horseback. More than 80 miles of winding trails of various levels of difficulty are found inside the wilderness boundary. Maps and a complete trail guide, which lists 21 hikes, are available at the Chetco Ranger District Office located at 541 Chetco Ave. in Brookings. The free trail guide includes a topographical description of the hiking area, length, distance from Brookings, degree of difficulty (easy through difficult), and a brief explanation of each trail. Trailheads can only be reached by

using Forest Service roads. A Northwest Forest Pass is required for parking at trailheads. Day passes cost $5 and annual passes sell for $30. Eighty percent of the fees collected are used to maintain trails and trailheads. A list of seasonal road closures is available at the district ranger office. OREGON COAST TRAIL Visitors looking for a change of scenery from the mountains and heavily wooded forest can traverse the Oregon Coast Trail. The well-maintained dirt trail with countless footbridges hugs the rugged coastline from just north of Brookings to the Columbia River. More than 300 miles are now in use. Many of those miles are on beaches and existing trails or newly built segments over the headlands. The trail has magnificent coastal vistas and is often bathed in sunshine. The section of trail located within Curry County is called Samuel Boardman Wayside. The local trail possesses many scenic

sections of coastline. Its rugged shoreline backed by forested bluffs, and steepwalled canyons often hide small secluded beaches. The ocean is littered with enormous rocks that are relentlessly battered by the surf. The south Curry County portion of the trail begins at Lone Ranch Beach’s parking area, five miles north of Brookings, and extends north to the Pistol River, a trek of nearly 20 miles. Several nice picnic areas can be found along the way. Other portions of the trail are scattered throughout the area and are marked by posts with the Coast Trail symbol. Maps and information are available at the Oregon Department of Parks and Recreation office at Harris Beach State Park, located on Highway 101 at the north end of Brookings. WHALE’S HEAD TO INDIAN SANDS It’s about half a mile on the U.S. Highway 101 from Whale’s Head Beach to the Indian Sands Viewpoint. However, by way of the Oregon Coast Trail, which follows each finger of land pointing out into the Pacific Ocean between the two Curry County landmarks, it’s much farther than that. The trail between Whale’s Head and

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Indian Sands is steep as well, especially the climb ascending the bluff to the north of the beach. At the top of the hill, there’s a meadow which extends out toward the ocean. A side trail makes its way westward, to a spot where the grassy meadow drops away abruptly at the edge of a 200-foot precipice. From there, hikers can survey the central part of Boardman Scenic Corridor, from House Rock in the south to Mack Arch in the north. Back at the fork of the trail, continue to your right to get to Indian Sands. This section of the route passes through a dense forest of spruce, fir and ferns. GOLD BEACH In the Gold Beach area, there are several portions of the Coast Trail. A favorite is the trail down (or up) Cape Sebastian. Located approximately two miles south of Gold Beach, this trail is approximately two miles down, with a return trip of two miles. The trail winds through the coastal forest to the tip of the Cape, which features waves crashing on the sandstone bluff. Some trail hikers will use two vehicles, and park one down at the first Myers Creek Beach turnout to make a one-way, downhill trek. PORT ORFORD Heading to Port Orford, the Humbug Mountain Trail is a “must see” area for the avid hiker. A winding trail up to the 1,700foot summit leads to a grassy meadow and a spectacular view of the Pacific. Take along some picnic items and relax and enjoy the fresh ocean breeze. Other area hikes include the Grassy Knob Wilderness, Bald Mountain, easy walking trails at Storm Ranch at New River and several beach walks. Cape Blanco State Park offers many trail hiking options. Starting near the Hughes House at the Sixes River Boat Ramp, exit through the gate and walk along the banks of the Sixes River Estuary. Visitors may spot birds such as the bald eagle and watch seals playing in the water. Head south on the beach toward the lighthouse and a trail near the end of the beach will lead up to the coastal bluffs with spectacular views. State Parks’ maps with trails are available and always check the tide before heading to the beach.

The California Coastal Trail’s Hidden Beach section.

Check with the Port Orford Visitor Center or visit with the locals, who are sure to point you to the best locations. In fact, pick up a brochure from the visitor center which lists a fantastic historybased walking tour through town featuring some of the many historic homes which are scattered throughout the area.

CALIFORNIA At the north end of Del Norte County, hiking opportunities include Kellogg Beach, Tolowa Dunes State Park and Point St. George. South of Crescent City, a coastal trail through Del Norte County covers 17 miles. It is broken up into three shorter sections for hikers who wish to tackle one five- or six-mile portion at a time. Hikers can begin near Crescent City and hike south, or begin at the Klamath River overlook near Klamath and head north. The coastal trail continues south of the Klamath River into Humboldt County. LAST CHANCE SECTION (6 MILES) The trailhead is located at the end of Enderts Beach Road. The first mile is pleasant, with incredible ocean views. At Nickel Creek, hikers can veer to the right from the main trail to visit Enderts Beach, voted one of the top 10 secluded beaches in the world by one travel Web site. Back on the coastal trail, after crossing Nickel Creek, the path becomes steep and hiking becomes strenuous until it meets up with the Old Coast Highway road. Vegetation is varied and plentiful along the trail, with red alder, Sitka spruce, old growth redwoods and more.

This section of the trail continues to Coastal Trail junction (look for sign marked CT) at Highway 101 milepost 15.6. DEMARTIN SECTION (5 MILES) The trailhead is located at U.S. Highway 101 milepost 15.6. The DeMartin section of the coastal trail begins with some steep grades and continues through awe-inspiring oldgrowth spruce, hemlock, Douglas fir and redwoods. The landscape switches from forests to prairies to panoramic ocean views. The hike concludes with more steep grades as the trail descends to a long beach and the now-closed DeMartin Redwood Youth Hostel. HIDDEN BEACH SECTION (6 MILES) From the Redwood Youth Hostel, begin an easy two-mile trail that follows Highway 101. At Lagoon Creek, cross the highway and head south along the coast. Take a very short side route to discover Hidden Beach. View impressive sea stacks and tidepools at this secluded locale that lives up to its name. Continuing on, hikers will encounter some steep grades, forested areas, bald prairies and even more incredible ocean views. As if the rest of the Coastal Trail’s views weren’t enough, the journey culminates at the Klamath River Overlook. The spot where the Klamath River empties into the Pacific is known for excellent whale watching during migration seasons, and provides viewing of other marine life like sea lions and sea birds.

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■ HIKING INLAND OREGON

■ Southern Oregon’s Vulcan Lake. The trail to the summit of Vulcan Peak is easy to follow but strenuous to walk.

Opportunities abound inland on Oregon trails here are plenty of inland hiking trails just a few miles from the Pacific Ocean in Curry County, and they’re easy to visit all year long. There is no better vantage point to take in the Chetco River and valley’s unique topography than from the broad, knife-edged summit of Vulcan Peak. The Chetco River drainage encompasses an immense wilderness area located in southern Curry County. The barren volcanic and glacial remnant of Vulcan Peak is one of the most pronounced topographical features in the region. The mountain impedes the course of the Chetco, forcing a circular northward detour around its imposing mass. Only after clearing the base of Vulcan Peak does the river begin its southwest journey to the Pacific Ocean. The summit of Vulcan Peak, at 4,655 feet, is the highest point in the southwestern corner of the Siskiyou National Forest. The familiar, hulking silhouette of

Mt. Emily stands guard – a silent, treeshrouded sentinel – to the southwest. Bosley Butte dominates the horizon in the northwest. In between the two mountains, the Chetco River slices a trough through the coastal mountains to the ocean. The trail to Vulcan Peak’s summit is easy to follow. From the trailhead, it climbs in a straight line up a subsidiary ridge for about 600 feet in elevation. At this point, the trail switches back for a short distance to the northwest, just below a prominent formation of ashy-gray rocks and boulders. The trail follows the contour of the steep slope, a boulder studded spur. Near the spur’s pointed terminus, the trail turns sharply back to the east, then leads directly up to the summit ridge. The reddish, earthy tones of the summit contrast against the gray rock formations just below the final ridge. The trail is more difficult to follow once the ridge is gained. It snakes between stunt-

ed, twisted pine tree branches and over oven-sized rocks. The branches form a dangerous obstacle, as they can easily throw off a hiker’s balance, forcing a nasty tumble downhill. Boulder hopping and route finding skills are required in order to traverse the length of the final ridge. Shattered glass and twisted rebar mark the ruins of a fire lookout that once stood atop the peak. The lookout was destroyed in 1968. When pondering the fate of the lookout, the power and fury of nature immediately come to mind. Vulcan’s summit lies a few feet above, and to the north, of the ruins. To complete the experience, it is necessary to traverse the length of the summit ridge to the north. From this point, about 50 yards along the ridge, it is possible to view Vulcan Lake, nestled in a forest of its own over 1,000 feet below. While carefully picking a path through the geologic debris, the unseen world of the east is revealed in various hues of brown – from sand to umber. Beneath the knife-edged ridge, broken rocks, shattered boulders and scorched pines give way to an empty void. In the east, beige ridges line up on a north to south axis. To the immediate

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■ HIKING INLAND OREGON southeast, at eye level with Vulcan Peak, stands the 4,660-foot mass of Chetco Peak. The valley below the summit cliffs was created by the Chetco River, flowing due north from its source at the base of Chetco Peak. Indeed, the headwaters reside in the heart of the Kalmiopsis Wilderness. In the hazy distance beyond Chetco Peak the higher summits of the Siskiyou Mountains begin to make themselves known. At 7,055 feet, Grayback Mountain, a massive dome dominating the southeast horizon, is the highest point visible from atop Vulcan. On steep terrain, it is important to remember that the descent is often more difficult than the ascent. For this reason, be careful on the way back to the trailhead. One misstep could throw a hiker over a steep bank with no hope of stopping the plunge for hundreds of feet. Remember, when ascending stop every so often and take a 360-degree look around. In this way, any trailing animal can be spotted before it has a chance to close in. However, the only animals usually encountered on any late afternoon journey to Vulcan are harmless – mostly grasshoppers, chipmunks and birds. VULCAN PEAK Length: One way is 2 miles from fork of FS 1909 and spur road 261; 1.1 miles according to U.S. Forest Service description. Difficulty: Strenuous. Required: Hiking boots, map, water. To park at the trailhead on spur road 261, a Northwest Forest Pass is required. The pass is $5 per day or $30 per year. Description: A straightforward climb of 1,000 feet from trailhead to summit of Vulcan Peak. The trail follows the back of a subsidiary ridge then accesses the summit ridge via two switchbacks. To summit: 45 minutes. Round trip: 1 hour, 25 minutes. Getting there – From Brookings: Take North Bank of Chetco River Road (Forest Service Road 784) east for 8 miles. Continue on FS 784 for a mile past Alfred Loeb State Park, then go right on FS 1376 where it crosses the Chetco River bridge to the south bank. Follow FS 1378 for 6.9 miles to the South Fork Chetco River bridge. Cross the bridge then go right on FS 1909. Follow FS 1909 right, at the intersection

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with FS 050. Go past FS 100 and FS 110, then go left at the next intersection, continuing on FS 1909. After another mile, turn right at the intersection with FS 1917. At the next intersection follow FS 1909 left. Stay right where FS 1909 intersects FS 240, then go left at the split with FS 250. Drive another mile to the trailhead at spur road 261. Approximate distance: 29.5 miles from Brookings. Driving time: 1 hour, 25 minutes to trailhead. Redwood Nature Trail Length: 1.2 miles. Driving time and distance: Half an hour from Brookings, 9 miles. Difficulty: Moderate. Description: Self-guided interpretive loop trail. View of northern extent of redwood forest. Some short, steep hills. CHETCO GORGE Length: 1.7 miles. Driving time and distance: One hour, 18 miles. Difficulty: Easy/Moderate. Description: Trail follows a forest path to the Chetco River. Features picnicking, swimming and sunbathing. SNOW CAMP Length: 5.3 miles. Driving time and distance: One hour, 15 minutes, 30 miles. Difficulty: Moderate/Difficult. Description: Access to Windy Creek and Meadow and to Snow Camp Meadow.

Meadows full of azalea flowers in July. Climb to Snow Camp Lookout at 4,223 feet. From Snow Camp Trail: Hikers can access Snow Camp Lookout, Windy Valley and Panther Creek trails. TINCUP Length: 7.5 miles. Driving time and distance: One hour, 15 minutes, 30 miles. Difficulty: Moderate/Difficult. Description: Rolling trail under conifer and hardwood trees. Trail fords Mislatnah Creek. Access to Boulder Creek. Tincup Creek Trail continues for 2 miles to Darling Creek. MISLATNAH Length: 3.5 miles. Driving time and distance: One hour, 15 minutes. 30 miles. Difficulty: Difficult. Description: Hike 1.3 miles on the Tincup Trail to junction. Uphill trail to fire lookout on Mislatnah Peak. UPPER CHETCO Length: 17.5 miles. Driving time and distance: One hour, 15 minutes, 30 miles. Difficulty: Difficult. Description: Wilderness route from the west to east side of the Kalmiopsis Wilderness. Forest Service Information The Chetco Ranger District office at Crissey Field State Park publishes a guide to district trails. The complete guide and leaflets for specific trails are available to the public free of charge.

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is short, but some longer options are available for those who are up for more exploration. In the summer, Stout Grove can be accessed from Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park campground. Check at a park information station for ranger-guided walks through Stout Grove. SIMPSON-REED GROVE This easy and highly accessible trail is one of the first drivers come to after leaving Crescent City on U.S. Highway 199. Be cautious when pulling over to the side of the highway, because there are often people crossing the road to the trailhead. A restroom is available at the start of the trail. Informative placards along the path educate hikers about redwood trees and other vegetation found there. SimpsonReed Trail is great for newcomers to the redwoods and people with children. Just two-tenths of a mile into the trail, the Peterson Memorial Loop at the right can be taken to extend the hike. After crossing bridges over a babbling brook

and experiencing the wonders of an ancient redwood forest, hikers can join back up with the Simpson-Reed Trail to finish the trek. BOY SCOUT TRAIL Off Howland Hill Road, the Boy Scout Trail (5.6 miles round-trip) is known for its forest of majestic redwoods as far as the eye can see. And like a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow, Fern Falls treats hikers who make it to the end of this trail with the sight of cascading waters (more or less, depending on the season). The rainy winter season provides more of a rushing waterfall than the drier summer months. The Boy Scout Trail is not an easy trek, but the path is well-maintained, which makes the hike only moderately difficult. Any moments taken to stop and rest will be rewarded by the sights and silence of the forest. The feather in the cap of the Boy Scout Trail is the Boy Scout Tree, which is located off a short, unmarked side trail at 2.4 miles into the hike. So keep a sharp eye, because hikers do not want to miss this double-trunked giant! A small wooden sign is nailed to the tree, labeling it as “Boy Scout Tree.” Former Del Norte County Sheriff Jack Breen,

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Fallen redwoods along the California Coastal Trail’s Demartin Section.

accessible along U.S. Highway 101, contain most of the redwood hiking trails. Here is information about Jedediah Smith Redwood State Park from the California State Parks Web site: • Established in 1929, this predominately old growth coast redwoods park is bisected by the last major free-flowing river in California, the Smith River. Almost all of the park land is watershed for the Smith River and Mill Creek, a major tributary. The park has about 20 miles of hiking and nature trails, river access, a visitor center with exhibits and a nature store. • Nine miles east of Crescent City on Highway 199. • The park is named after the intrepid explorer Jedediah Strong Smith, who was the first white man to explore the interior of northern California. His journey through the coast redwood belt was part of a remarkable two-year trapping expedition which began in 1826. Smith pioneered a trail southwest from the Great Salt Lake across the Mojave Desert through the San Bernadino Mountains into California. Discovery of gold along the Sacramento and Trinity Rivers in the mid-1800s drew many thousands to northern California. The need for a supply route to remote mining camps initiated a spurt of exploration that motivated settlement of Humboldt and Del Norte counties. • Wildlife of the park is both abundant and varied, including such

animals as black bear, deer, coyote, bobcat, mountain lion, skunks, fox, beaver, river otter, squirrels, chipmunks and many others. Some of the rare or uncommon examples of bird life identified include the bald eagle, spotted owl, pileated woodpecker and marbled murrelet. The Smith River and Mill Creek are especially known for the king salmon and steelhead trout runs in the fall and winter. Mill Creek is a spawning ground for these fish. Here is some information about Del Norte Coast Redwoods State Park from the California State Parks Web site: • The park, established in 1927, has approximately 50 percent old growth coast redwood and eight miles of wild coastline. The mixed understory includes tanoak, madrone, red alder, big leaf maple, and California bay. Ground cover is dense with a wide range of species. Vegetation is predominately red alder which will eventually give way to fir and second growth redwood. • The topography is fairly steep with elevations from sea level to 1,277 feet. The predominant mountain range is oriented in a north-south direction with steep cliffs adjacent to the Pacific Ocean, making the bulk of the rocky seacoast generally inaccessible except by Damnation Trail and Footsteps Rock Trail. • Seven miles south of Crescent City, turn east on the campground road. The camp is two miles east of the highway.

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■ Jedediah Smith State Park campground is nestled among some of the world’s tallest trees, above. Nickel Creek Campground, right, is just a few hundred feet from the beach.

Myriad of opportunities to sleep under the stars ome people enjoy sleeping in a nice comfortable bed in a hotel room with air conditioning and an ocean view. Others enjoy sleeping in a tent out under the stars, with only the occasional owl hoot to keep them company. For those rugged types, Curry and Del Norte counties have several campgrounds to choose from.

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Patrick Creek Campground also has a few wheelchair accessible sites, as well as barrier free fishing. The site is open from May 22 through Aug. 31. Closer to Gasquet are the Grassy and Panther Flat campgrounds, both of which also take reservations. Grassy Flat is located five miles east of Gasquet and features vault restrooms and grills. There are 19 sites costing $10 a night ($5 for an extra vehicle), and the campground is open from May 22 through Aug. 31. Panther Flat is located two and a half miles east of Gasquet and features flush toilets, pay showers, drinking water and scenic views. There are 39 sites, some of which are wheelchair accessible. Sites cost $15 a night ($5 for an extra vehicle). The campground is open year-round. Big Flat is more isolated than the other campgrounds and is bordered by Hurdygurdy Creek. Located south of Gasquet off South

Fork Road, the site features vault restrooms. Campers will need to bring their own water and pack out their garbage when they leave. There are 27 sites costing $8 a night ($5 for an extra vehicle). Sites are open from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend. There are also several campgrounds located in the Redwood National and State Parks. Closest to Crescent City are the Jedediah Smith, Mill Creek and Nickel Creek campgrounds. Jedediah Smith Campground is located in Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park, 10 miles east of Crescent City near the town of Hiouchi. There are 86 campsites located in an old-growth redwood forest and the campground features restrooms, showers and bear-proof lockers. Campfire programs and guided walks are offered throughout the summer. Mill Creek Campground is located seven miles south of Crescent City off Highway 101 in Del Norte Coast Redwoods State Park. There are 145 sites available in a redwood forest and the campground features restrooms, showers, bear-proof

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mer is the perfect time to enjoy these spots. The parks offer breathtaking views of trees, rivers and beaches. Many of them also offer camping facilities. Reservations may be made at any of the parks listed by calling (800) 452-5687. A $6 reservation fee is charged plus a first night’s campsite rent as an advanced deposit. Virtual tours of each park may be found on the Oregon State Parks website at http://www.prd.state.or.us. There are numerous parks located within an hour’s drive of Brookings: Loeb State Park: Located east of Brookings, up the North Bank Chetco River Road, approximately six and a half miles. Loeb offers a variety of activities including camping, unsupervised swimming in the Chetco River and picnicking. The park is nestled in a myrtlewood grove and borders the Siskiyou National Forest. Hikers may find plenty of trails to enjoy including the Riverview Nature Trail. The park features overnight tent camping as well as three log cabins. The cabins are furnished with lights, heat, and beds with mattresses. Flush toilets, electrical hookups, fire rings and picnic tables are also available, as is handicap access. Harris Beach State Park: Located just north of Brookings on Highway 101, the park offers day and overnight facilities. It has full hookup spaces, electrical sites, tent sites and yurts. Yurts are a modern version of secure shelters used by nomadic tribes in Mongolia. They rent by the night and feature heaters, a bunk, outdoor fire ring, picnic table and have a lockable door. Cable TVhook-ups may be available at selected tent sites. Beach access is available from the camp sites. The park offers wildlife viewing opportunities and beach scenery. Because of the popularity of the park, reservations must be made as early as possible. Samuel H. Boardman:Located on Highway 101, this is a designated State Scenic Corridor. It features more than 11 miles of rugged coastline. It is a densely forested linear park that begins 4 miles north of Brookings. This corridor is home to 27 miles of the Oregon Coast Trail, which may be hiked. It is well marked and broken up into short segments. Easy to moderate hiking may be done here. Visitors may also stop at viewpoints overlooking rugged cliffs and forested offshore sea stacks. Other stops along the way in Boardman are Indian Sands and Natural Bridges. Caution should be exercised when visiting these sites.

Arch Rock is located on the northern end of the park and has a picnic area with restrooms available. McVay Rock: This designated Scenic Recreational Area is located just off Highway 101 two miles south of Brookings. Look for the Oceanview Drive sign and follow the road until you see the sign for the rock. Fishing is featured here, along with a viewpoint, beach access, and wildlife viewing. Winchuck Wayside:This park is one mile north of the California border, just over the Winchuck River bridge. It has no amenities, but provides beach access at low tide. The river rises to cut off access at high tide. Pistol River: Located on Highway 101 about 16 miles north of Brookings, the river features one of the two best windsurfing locations in the county. Pistol River is also known for surf fishing, natural wildflowers and dunes. Cape Sebastian: Like Boardman, Cape Sebastian is a Scenic State Corridor, located seven miles south of Gold Beach. It features a 1.5-mile trail to the tip of the cape, expansive coastal views, beach access and wildlife viewing. Restrooms and water are not available at this site. OtterPoint: This State Recreation Site is locatedfour miles north of Gold Beach on old coast highway. It offers views of unusual offshore rock formations, hiking opportunities and a chance to snap scenic photographs. Geisel Monument: Farther north, three miles from Otter Point, this small park provides picnicking in the shade and exhibit information. Humbug Mountain State Park: This park lies about 50 miles north of Brookings, just south of Port Orford. It features a fast-running trout stream and a long sandy beach that offers beachcombing and surf fishing. Sightseers may be interested in nearby Port Orford’s Battle Rock and an unusual boat moorage. Hikers may find a five and a half mile hiking trail that leads to the summit of the mountain. Asection of the Oregon Coast Trail winds through the park. The park features tent campsites and trailer spaces with full utility hookups, and a hiker/biker area. The park has a full wheelchair access site, firewood station, showers, dump station and host. Port Orford Heads:This is a former Coast Guard Station that features picnic tables under the trees. Visitors may also view wildlife and hike the trails. The view can be breathtaking, but caution should be exercised as it can be dangerous.

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alifornia’s remote and mostnorthwestern county has recorded more species of birds (423 as of 2007) than 23 entire states and nine Canadian territories and provinces. The rugged natural beauty of Del Norte County found along a new driving route to 43 of the best bird viewing sites on the California Redwoods Birding Trail is unrivaled. More and more visitors and new residents are flocking to this remote and wild redwood coast— to a place where ancient forests thrive, rivers run free, wild salmon still spawn, and rare bird, plant, and fish species rebound rather than disappear. The sources of this natural wealth are the diverse and large tracts of wild lands that can still be found intact throughout Del Norte County contained within tens of thousands of acres of public stewarded lands and 50 miles of pristine coastline. They include: • Castle Rock National Wildlife Refuge protects the second-largest nesting

seabird colony on the West Coast after the Farralon Island off San Francisco. • The Lake Earl Coastal Lagoon is the West Coast’s largest salt/fresh water lagoon of its type outside of Alaska. It and the surrounding Tolowa Dunes State Park encompass 11,000 acres of prime coastal dunes and wetland habitat, providing a major stopover during peak migratory times along the Pacific Flyway. • Redwood National and State Parks protect some of the world’s tallest trees and include 75 miles of hiking trails for exploration. • The Smith River National Recreation Area offers world-class recreation and is home to the wild and scenic Smith River, the state’s only undammed river of its size and one of the nation’s cleanest (http://www.nps.gov/redw). The California Redwoods Birding Trail map/guide was created to promote the county’s outstanding scenery and world-class bird watching to this growing segment of tourism that travels nationally and internationally just to see birds! Bird-rich states and counties throughout the United States are utilizing

birding trails and bird watching as one of the ways to enhance their economics from this select eco-tourism niche. By traveling to four dozen prime California Redwoods Birding Trail sites found on a 100-mile driving tour from Del Norte’s coast to inland mountains, visiting bird watchers are encouraged to stay several extra days during the peak migration times of early spring and fall—thus extending the county’s normal summer tourism season of June through September. The concept for the trail originated in 2006, when organizers of the Oregon Coast Birding Trail invited Del Norte County to appear in its upcoming coastal trail guide. (For several years, the Oregon Department of Tourism has been in the process of producing a series of six separate border-to-border birding trails throughout the state.) To tackle the project, a steering committee affectionately known as the “bird brains” was formed from members of the Crescent City-Del Norte Chamber of Commerce, the City of Crescent City, the Del Norte County Historical Society and organizers of the Aleutian Goose Festival. For more than a year, the team worked together to raise funds and write text. After contributing to Oregon’s coastal birding trail brochure, the committee decided to generate its own local and expanded bird guide, thus the

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CURRY COUNTY The variety of natural landscapes in Curry County – from dense mountains to sandy beaches to lush wetlands—attracts a plethora of birds, making it a perfect spot to break out the binoculars and follow the feathers.

Jim Rogers, a bird watcher since 1974 and founding member of the Kalmiopsis Audubon Society, said the county’s habitats and warmth draw many birds. “We have probably about the greatest variety of habitats in Oregon,” Rogers said. “We have the ocean, beaches, coastal wetlands, lakes (and) forest-type habitats.” Since the South Coast is Oregon’s warmest spot, birds that are usually only seen in California can be viewed here too, he said. During his 30 years of birding, Rogers has noticed how global warming has brought certain birds farther north. Allen’s hummingbirds, for example, are considered California coastal birds and were rare in Curry County when Rogers started bird watching. Now they are abundant, he said. The opportunity to see how environmental changes affect birds is the greatest benefit of birding, Rogers said. “It makes you much more aware of habitat, of the necessity of having the adequate habitat for birds,” he said. “If things are being destroyed, you realize it right away. If you’re not a birder you’re kind of oblivious to it,” Rogers said. Some of Rogers’ favorite spots to catch a glimpse of various birds include New

River near Langlois, Cape Blanco, Euchre Creek and the mouth of the Rogue River. The best chances of finding a short-eared owl are at New River. Cape Blanco sometimes attracts vagrant warblers who have lost their way during migration from the Eastern United States to South America, Rogers said. At the mouth of the Rogue, “All the different gull species show up in the winter,” he said. Euchre Creek, with its reservoir of wetlands, attracts many ducks and shore birds. If it’s raining, Rogers suggests hopeful birders stick to habitats for ducks and shore birds, since they aren’t bothered by rain. Other birds “tend to stay hidden” when it’s raining hard, he said. The Kalmiopsis Audubon Society lists 376 species of birds found within Curry County in its 2004 edition of “A Checklist to the Birds of Curry County, Oregon.” The free booklet also includes an expanded guide to recommended bird watching spots. The checklist is available Crissey Field State Park, Words and Pictures on Oak Street, U.S. Forest Service at Crissey Field and Brookings-Harbor Chamber of Commerce in the port.

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■ Salmon Run Golf Course offers 18 challenging holes on a salmon and steelhead spawning tributary of the Chetco River.

Wide range of choices for golfers olfing enthusiasts can challenge themselves to more than 45 holes of golf at courses in Curry and Del Norte counties.

SALMON RUN GOLF COURSE It used to be when people talked about a “salmon run” in Brookings, they were referring to chinook in the Chetco River. Nowadays, that term also applies to golf. Salmon Run Golf Course, located three-and-a-half miles up the south bank of the Chetco River, is steadily gaining a reputation as a stern test of golf and one of the most picturesque courses on the Oregon Coast. Not bad for a track that’s only 5 years old—about the life span of a native chinook. The entire 18 holes opened for business

in June 2000 and ever since it has challenged both locals and visitors to come up with precise shots while having their attention drawn to the spectacular scenery. “Unlike Anywhere Else” is the course’s slogan. General manager Ed Murdoch said it is that raw, natural beauty that is the course’s calling card. “Just its natural beauty is its main strength. And being away from everything is another,” Murdoch said. “It’s different than anywhere else.” Built along and in harmony with Jack Creek, a salmon and steelhead spawning tributary of the Chetco River, the course winds its way like a deer trail through a coastal canyon. It is far enough inland to escape the summer fog. It is also far enough off South Bank Chetco River Road to feel like a ride in the woods. No homes, hotels or developments dot the landscape. Fir, spruce, alder and myrtle trees are the only hardwood visible to golfers. Ducks, deer, heron and the spawning salmon and steelhead are their only companions. “We’re just so far away from everything it’s tough to get people here. Once they’re here, though, it’s not hard to get them back,” Murdoch said. Length is not a premium at Salmon

Run. The course plays only 6,437 yards from the tips, but because of the narrow fairways, it requires exacting shots at all times. This is no place to grip it and rip it. No matter how a golfer is playing, the ride through the mature forest with firs and ferns is a reason to celebrate. The course added 65 new golf carts this year, which are recommended because of the extreme elevation changes. The course hosts a number of popular tournaments each year. The best known is the Big Hook in September which combines golf and salmon fishing. The course also features Bogey’s Restaurant, a pro shop, putting greens and a warm-up range. COURSE INFORMATION •18 holes, par 72. •Length: Professional tees – 6,437 yds. Tournament – 5,971 yds. Club – 5,458 yds. Resort – 4,197. •Rating/slope: Ranges from 76.2/151 on professional tees to 61.8/100 from the resort tees. •Green fees: 9 holes, $39; 18 holes, $64 (price includes cart). Resident fees, 9 holes, $25; 18 holes, $39. Senior special, Tuesday/Thursday after 1 p.m., 18 holes, $32 (includes cart).and a warm-up range. •Location: 99040 South Bank Chetco

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Built in 1953, Del Norte Golf Club is the dean of courses in the Wild Rivers Coast region. The course rests on a redwood-covered hillside just across Highway 199 from the north bank of the wild and scenic Jedediah Smith River. Wide fairways are normally easy to hit. Small greens, many perched on hillsides, are not. A creek comes into play on two holes. The course was recently purchased by the Elk Valley Rancheria, which operates Elk Valley Casino. The course features a driving range, putting green, pro shop, restaurant and bar.

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KINGS VALLEY GOLF COURSE Situated in the junction of Highways 101 and 199, Kings Valley Golf Course is a conveniently located course that gives golfers a good short-game exercise. The course features eight par-3s and one four-shotter routed over a relatively flat terrain. Coastal pines and alders make hitting some greens difficult. The course features a driving range, putting green, bar and snack bar. COURSE INFORMATION •9 holes, par 56 •Length: Men’s tees – 3,050 yds. Women’s tees – 2,965 yds. •Rating/slope: Men’s and women’s – 55/79. Green fees: 9 holes, $9; 18 holes $14 •Location: 3030 Lesina Rd., Crescent City, Calif. 95531. •Phone: (707) 464-2886.

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BANDON CROSSINGS GOLF COURSE The newest addition to the dynamic golf courses on the Southern Oregon course is Bandon Crossings Golf Course. Located five miles south of Bandon,

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this 18-hole, par 72 course was named one of the country’s Top Ten New Courses in 2007 by Golf Magazine. Unlike its sister courses at Bandon Dunes Golf Resort which boasts an ocean view, Bandon Crossings is situated inland and follows the natural contours of ancient sand dunes. The course also roams through wetlands, over streams and into open coastal forests.

COURSE INFORMATION •18 holes, par 72 •Length: Black tees – 6.855 yds. •Blue – 6,270 yds. White – 5,780 yds. •Rating/slope: Black tees – 73.6/126. Blue – 70.9/121. White – 68.8/116. •Rates: Summer rates (May 23-Sept. 30) – Standard 18, $75; Twilight, $45. •Location: 87530 Dew Valley Lane, Bandon, OR 97411 •Phone: (541) 347-3233

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■ A surfer catches a wave along Pebble Beach in Crescent City.

Where to go for surfing, kayaking uring spring and summer on America’s Wild Rivers Coast, the great outdoors is calling. Enthusiasts are hitting the waves and paddling their way to an adrenaline-soaked bliss. Despite the growing popularity of surfing and kayaking worldwide, the Southern Oregon and Northern California coast shores and rivers remain relatively undiscovered by such thrill-seekers. Those who do take to the chilly water will experience an adrenaline rush like no other, not to mention up-close and personal contact with the area’s natural beauty and array of wildlife. Unlike winter, when the coast is pummeled by powerful storms and giant waves, summer offers mellower conditions perfect for riding waves and cruising the rivers.

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There are many surf spots along Curry County’s coastline. Some are easy to get to, such as Sporthaven Beach at the Port of Brookings Harbor and the mouth of the Rogue River in Gold Beach. Others involve a lengthy hike or scramble down the hillside. South Beach in Del Norte County is widely regarded as the best all-around beach to surf. The flat beach just south of Crescent City is located off of Highway 101, providing a convenient place to park while riding the waves. The long, sandy beach is a fit for surfers of all abilities, including beginners. A series of shops, restaurants and hotels are located close to the beach. Farther north along the California coast, more experienced surfers can try Pebble Beach or Point St. George. A number of parking areas along Pebble Beach point surfers to places to catch waves, but all locations can be rocky and rougher than South Beach. There are several beach breaks located just north and south of the Oregon/California border, and several more located between Brookings and Gold Beach.

Ocean and river kayaking are other ways to enjoy the outdoors in Curry and Del Norte counties. Enthusiasts can use river or sea kayaks to paddle around Crescent City Harbor, Port of Brookings Harbor and on Lake Earl lagoon north of Crescent City. For ocean paddling, sturdier, larger sea kayaks should be used. South Beach, just south of Crescent City, is a prime launching spot for ocean kayaking. Most beginning kayakers rent equipment and paddle around the harbor boat basins, and up the Chetco River in Oregon and Klamath River in California. During the summer months, kayakers can put in the Smith River in California at the boat ramp off of South Fork Road north of Hiouchi—at the slant bridge—and float down to the ocean. The Smith River also offers premier, class three and four rapids during the kayaking season, which usually runs October-April. The water level is too low in the summer months to kayak the river’s North, Middle and South Forks. Adventurous kayakers in Oregon may want to drive up the North Bank Chetco River Road to one of several public access points.

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ROGUE RIVER, OREGON GOLD BEACH – The top tourist draw of the Southern Oregon Coast is undoubtedly the jet boat rides on the wild and scenic Rogue River, upstream from the Pacific Ocean 32 miles to Agness and well beyond. “We have people from all over the world come here,” said Jeff Ferguson, marketing manager for Jerry’s Rogue Jets/Rogue River Mail Boats, which operates out of the Port of Gold Beach. Jerry’s has been in business since 1958. Earlier this year the company purchased rival Rogue River Mail Boats and merged the two companies under the name Jerry’s Rogue Jets. The company offers a 64-mile round trip to Agness, an 80-mile whitewater trip and a 104-mile trip well into the wild river section of the Rogue, where other power boats are

forbidden. The company has special permits issued by the Forest Service. Trips are offered from May 1 into October, with the heaviest schedule in July and August. The passengers seem equally excited by the wildlife along the river, the wild river itself, and the ride on the powerful boats. “On a poor wildlife viewing day for us, most people will be amazed,” said Ferguson. “From mid-July to the first part of September you see the most black bear. That’s when blackberries are in season,” Ferguson said. Otter, deer, bald eagles, beaver, osprey, elk and turtles are often spotted. Ferguson said that 60 to 70 percent of the people who call or walk in have heard of Jerry’s boats. “The majority of the people who contact us already know us,” Ferguson said. “We had the first jet boat tour in America, started in 1958.” Jerry’s Rogue Jets was started by brothers Jerry and Laden Boice, who convinced their older brother Court Sr. to become one of their first pilots. They started with just two boats.

“Three of our whitewater pilots today are grandsons of Jerry,” Ferguson said. “You can’t just take out an ad for a whitewater boat pilot. They’ve got to grow up on them.” “We started out with wooden boats,” he said. “They ran on a single engine. Like any jet boat, they were flat bottomed. The pumps suck in water in their grates and push it out the back. They’re triple engines now. There’s lots of power.” Now the boats are aluminum. Ferguson said many people visit the south coast to ride the jet boats, then stay for a week or so visiting to see the other attractions from Bandon to Klamath.

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Klamath River Jet Boat Tours During the 45-mile, two-hour round trip excursion along the K l a m a t h R i v e r, a n e x p e r i e n c e d captain and narrator describes the river's rich history, local Native American culture, and thriving wildlife. See if you can spot a bear, blacktail deer, elk, soaring osprey, eagles, hawks, otters, mink and many other varieties of wildlife by looking carefully along the riverbanks. From May 1 to Sept. 30, tours

run daily from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Tickets are $42 for adults, $38 for seniors and military, $22 f o r c h i l d r e n a g e d 4 t o 11 a n d children under 4 years old are free. Registration is available by phone at 1-800-887-JETS or w w w. j e t b o a t t o u r s . c o m . I t a l s o offers shuttles up river to the Rivers West Lodge. The journey begins at the Klamath estuary called “Rekwoi,” the Indian name for where the fresh water meets the Pacific Ocean. Captains will provide a fully narrated river trip with plenty of stops to photograph spectacular vistas and wildlife. Bears are often seen feeding along the banks of the river on berries, fish and grubs. Ospreys return in April to their nesting area of the Klamath River from as far south as Brazil. Klamath mornings and evenings are typically cool or overcast near

the coast, so dress warmly in layers. As you travel upriver, be prepared to shed some clothing as the day heats up; hats and sunglasses are recommended. Information provided by www.jetboattours.com

Blue Creek Guide Service Blue Creek Guide Service is now also doing jet boat tours. People can enjoy a scenic view of the Klamath River and learn about the local culture and history. Pergish Carlson will take people about 25 miles upriver to Coon Creek. Along the trip, people can see e a g l e s , b e a r, d e e r a n d t u r t l e s . Carlson said the river is more beautiful and quiet above Klamath Glen. To book a trip for sight-seeing or fishing, go to yurokfishingguides.com or call (707) 482-0579.

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The heart of a coast town hether you’re seeking seafood, an upclose look at marine wildlife or just a stroll along the docks in the fresh sea air, a visit to the harbors of Crescent City in California or Brookings-Harbor, Port Orford and Gold Beach in Oregon can be a great way to spend a few hours on a summer day.

BROOKINGS-HARBOR The town’s active two-basin harbor in Brookings-Harbor boasts more than 400 commercial and 80 recreational boats that set off each day in search of albacore tuna, crab and bottom fish. Visitors can make use of the harbor’s six-lane boat launch, several public fishing areas and fish-cleaning stations. Or charter a boat to snag your own catch of the day. Tidewind Sport Fishing & Whale Watching has three boats ready to set sail year-round for those

who wish to gaze at birds or whales or hunt down rockfish, snapper, lingcod, or various other types of seafood, depending on the season. The port plays host to numerous festivals throughout the year including the annual Southern Oregon Kite Festival and the Festival of the Arts. Stroll down the charming boardwalk atop Brooking’s main pier, and enjoy the numerous gift shops situated here, including an ice cream parlor and shoe store. The port is also stocked with restaurants serving up fish and chips, fresh crab and clam chowder. Sporthaven Beach offers plenty of parking and easy access to a sandy beach, not to mention some of the best surfing waves around. On extreme low tide, one can walk south to hidden tidepools, or dig deep into the beach while scouting around for mussels or clams.

CRESCENT CITY Crescent City Harbor has weathered severe winter storms, tsunamis and the decline of significant fisheries. The local port has survived by leasing to a number of businesses and providing more

attractions for tourists. Visitors can access wireless Internet while in the harbor, and a chorus of sea lions waits to greet anyone who walks along the water near the Chart Room Restaurant. A collection of restaurants, marine equipment and rental gear is available in the harbor. Visitors can walk the docks among weathered fishing boats, or stop in at a local art gallery. Dungeness-crab lovers can buy fresh crab off the docks from fishermen during the winter season and watch fishing boats unload fresh-caught ocean seafood. Or more adventurous types can book a spot on local charter boats and go out in search of their own catch of the day, which, depending on the season, can include rockfish, salmon, shrimp and snapper. Charter boats also offer bird and whale-watching trips. Visiting fishermen can also set sail via the harbor’s boat launch. Those without a boat can fish anytime off the B Street Pier or, during daylight hours, from Citizen’s Dock. All the gear for these endeavors can be found at Englund Marine, right on Citizens Dock Road.

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PORT ORFORD The Port of Port Orford in northern Curry County is the only Oregon port where boats are hauled in and out of the water by hoists and stored each night on trailers on a pier. This is done in an effort (occasionally futile) to protect them from fickle elements of the area. During those sometimes beautiful days from June to September, the port lies bathed in a a clear Mediterranean light. At other times the sky is a rainslate gray and wind whips among the fishing boats huddled on the pier like large, wet puppies seeking warmth. Port Orford was founded in 1851 by Capt. William Tichenor, who named the settlement after a look-alike town on the south coast of England. The port’s oncedeep harbor is just a memory now, due to a jetty built for protection but which allows a buildup of sand within the harbor,

changing the water depth beneath the hoists from its normal 20 feet to six inches during minus tides. It is at these times that many of the fishermen leave their boats on the pier and become clam diggers, harvesting the sand beneath the hoists. On nearby Highway 101, a variety of shops and restaurants offers visitors a welcome respite from the ocean winds. The Port Orford Chamber of Commerce calls Port Orford and the surrounding area the “Crown Jewels” of local history. North of town is the Cape Blanco Lighthouse, the oldest continually operating lighthouse on the coast of Oregon, and the 105-year-old home of Patrick Hughes, preserved in it original beauty and open for tours. Both are at Cape Blanco State Park. The old Coast Guard Lifeboat Station is on Coast Guard Hill in Port Orford and offers a rarely seen glimpse into the lives of the men stationed there and the harrowing rescues they made.

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north of Brookings, and the Rogue River that flows past it are famous for fishing. Clams are abundant on beaches and rocks. And children under 14 can fish for free at Libby Pond, a stocked trout pond 7.5 miles up the North Bank Rogue River Road. Children and adults may enjoy seeing how salmon are “made” at the Indian Creek Salmon Hatchery just north of Gold Beach on the Rogue. Those looking for more relaxed pursuits can delve into history at the Curry County Historical Museum in downtown Gold Beach and Jerry’s Rogue River Museum at the port, both free. Beachcombers will find shells, agates, driftwood, and fascinating tide pools. Beach access is on the south end of town, from the fairgrounds, or by the jetties at the north end. The jetties at the mouth of the Rogue are great places to watch resident sea lions compete with fishermen for salmon. The Cannery at the Port of Gold Beach features shops and dining. Nearby, half sunk in the river, is the Mary D. Hume, built in Gold Beach in

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1880. By 1978 it was the oldest operating ship on the Pacific Coast. The tugboat, named after a wife of the largest landowner in the county, was damaged during restoration and subsequently abandoned. Spanning the Rogue is the 1932 Isaac Patterson Bridge, which recently under-

went a $10 million facelift. Buffington City Park, just east of the Curry Public Library, has picnic areas beneath shady trees, barbecues for indoor and outdoor cooking, tennis courts and paths for strolling. It is also the home of an incredible play structure called Kid Castle.

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SMITH RIVER Prized in the angling community for its pristine waters, beauty and trophy fish is the Smith River. Before the river empties into the Pacific south of the California-Oregon border, it winds through the serpentine canyon rocks and redwood forests. The river features several popular driftboat launching sites. A favorite is at Ruby Van Deventer State Park on Highway 197 near Hiouchi. It’s close to Crescent City and perfect for campers with motorhomes or just a truck and a boat. Ruby Van Deventer is a fairly large

riverside area with picnic tables, barbeque grills and a gravel flat for trucks to roll boat trailers to the water. Another launch is located off of Fred Haight Drive near the town of Smith River. A drift between the two launches is popular and takes about three hours. The primary fishing times on the Smith begin in the fall, when giant king salmon return. Just when they head upstream depends on the weather, water levels and rainfall. In late December or early January, the steelhead action begins.

KLAMATH RIVER Another major river for angling is the Klamath, a broad river that begins in Southern Oregon, but arrives at the ocean near the southern border of Del Norte County. On the lower Klamath, boats motor along the river and shore anglers line the banks to catch salmon. Recreational fishermen can catch spring-run chinook during the summer months, and in August the fall chi-

nook start to move up river. Power boats are allowed on the Klamath and are a reliable way to make your way upstream to prime fishing holes. Klamath fish are expected to be hopping this year. While recrational fishing for chinook will be allowed on the ocean through Labor Day weekend, the continued commercial restrictions could bring an especially good in-river season for Klamath anglers. The Klamath is expected to reach its spawning goal of 35,000 fish, according to projections of the Pacific Fishery Management Council. Fall chinook season on the Klamath usually takes off in August and runs almost non-stop through mid-October.

CHETCO RIVER The Social Security Hole, located a quarter-mile west of the Riverside Market on North Bank Chetco River Road, is both a popular drift boat take-out and drive-up to the river bank fishing access point for anglers fishing the lower Chetco River. When the fish are in, you’ll find old timers with a hot cup of coffee in one hand, and a rod in the other. Loeb State Park, eight miles up North Bank Chetco River Road, offers full camping facilities, drift boat access and

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WINCHUCK RIVER Located within sight of the California border on Highway 101, the Winchuck River flows into the ocean. Bank fishermen are attracted to pursuing tidewater chinook at the wayside park just off Highway 101. One can drive eight miles up the picturesque Winchuck River Road to Oregon State Park. The park offers picnic areas, overnight camping facilities and easy-walking river access. There is a salmon hole located at the confluence of the Winchuck River and Bear Creek that offers anglers with handicaps a wheelchair access ramp that ends right at river’s edge. For groups of anglers, the popular Ludlum House, located at the confluence with Wheeler Creek, offers cooking facilities and sleeping quarters under dreamy forested skies. Picnic tables for day use and RV campsites are also available. Call ahead for reservations.

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ROGUE RIVER The Rogue River, which reaches the ocean at Gold Beach, was one of the initial eight federally-designated Wild and Scenic Rivers at the program’s inception in 1968. Prized for its beauty and recreational aspects, the Rogue is known world-wide for its phenomenal fishing opportunities. One of the highly prized catches on the Rogue is the spring chinook. Annually, word of the first spring chinook catch brings anglers to the river in hopes of catching their own—maybe even a “button” fish. “Buttons” are presented by both Jot’s Resort and The Rogue Landing for fish that weigh more than 30 (bronze), 40 (silver) and 50 (gold) pounds. Serious fishermen have hats heavy with the buttons for their efforts. Fall fish, too, are an important fishery with boats trolling in the Rogue’s estuary for the catch. In recent years, more large fish (40 pounds and more) have been landed, with the largest catch a record-setting 71-plus-pound salmon caught on a fly by a Grants Pass man in 2002. There are so many varied fishing opportunities on the Rogue, it is advised to closely read the regulations provided by the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife and check with the local tackle shops. Steelhead and other species of fish are also popular for angling on the Rogue. For the novice fisherman, hiring a guide can be a good way to learn some of the fishing basics.

ELK RIVER The Elk River, located just three miles north of Port Orford, is one of the federally-designated Wild and Scenic Rivers (designated in 1988) and a premier fishing spot. It is believed to be one of the most productive spawning streams for a river its size, with more fish per mile than any other watershed outside of the state of Alaska. The 17-mile section from the confluence of the north and south forks of the river up to Anvil Creek is classified as “recreational” with the “wild” portion of the river a two mile segment of the North Fork Elk River from the falls to the south fork.

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From docks to rocks, marine mammals grace the coastline hether in the harbors or at one of the innumerable ocean coves, visitors to America’s Wild Rivers Coast can see four main types of marine mammals, although they should keep their distance for the safety of everyone.

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NORTHERN ELEPHANT SEAL The elephant seal got its name from a large nose that resembles an elephant’s trunk. The northern elephant seal is the second-largest seal in the world with males getting as big as 13 feet and 4,500 pounds and females growing up to 10 feet in length and weighing in at 1,500 pounds. The elephant seal spends only a little time on land, during breeding season. The rest of the time it lives nearly 5,000 miles off shore and commonly descends to 5,000 feet below the ocean’s surface. While in the open ocean the elephant seal spends the majority of its time underwater, diving for two hours at a time and rarely spending more than four minutes on the surface. It is believed to eat deep-water, bottom-dwelling marine animals such as eels, rockfish and squid.

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The typical way to see elephant seals is through a spotting scope or binoculars because they breed on offshore islands.

CALIFORNIA SEA LION California sea lions are members of the “walking” family of seals because they have large flippers to propel themselves on land. According to experts, California sea lions can outrace humans over short distances. The California sea lion ranges in color from chocolate brown in males to a lighter golden brown in females. Males can grow to as large as 7 feet in length and 1,000 pounds. Females weigh up to 220 pounds and grow up to 6 feet in length. California sea lions breed mainly on offshore islands, but can also be found sunning themselves on docks and beaches without much regard for the presence of humans. They are opportunistic eaters and will feed on squid, octopus, herring, rockfish, mackerel and small sharks. The current population of the California sea lion is approximately 200,000.

STELLAR SEA LION While stellar or northern sea lions are sometimes confused with California sea lions, they are much larger and lighter in color. Males grow up to 11 feet and weigh almost 2,500 pounds and females may grow to 9 feet and weigh 1,000 pounds. It is much rarer to see stellar sea lions because while their range is similar to that of California sea lions along the West Coast, they tend to spend much of their time off shore and only breed on unpopulated beaches. They eat a variety of fish and invertebrates and even occasionally other marine mammals. Unlike the other three species of marine mammals commonly seen in this area, stellar sea lion pups are born off shore from midMay to mid-July. The current population of stellar sea lions is approximately 40,000, with about 500 living in California. According to experts, there is concern about the population in California because it has dropped by 80 percent in the last 30 years. While rare, it is possible to see stellar sea lions through spotting scopes or binoculars on Castle Rock. According to experts there is also a colony of stellar sea lions north of the mouth of the Klamath River, but the area is remote and getting a glimpse of them is nearly impossible. Hikers can hear their barking from the Coastal Trail.

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Whale’s Head:A precipitous descent on Oregon Coast Trail

here are a couple of good choices for the starting point on the trek north to Whale’s Head Beach near Brookings in Oregon’s Boardman State Park. Both are along the Coast Trail, a mixture of ocean-view vistas and dense forest. You can start north at Cape Ferrelo Viewpoint for a 3.9-mile one-way walk or House Rock Viewpoint (2.5 miles). Both feature ample parking spots and easy access off U.S. Highway 101, and the Coast Trail is well marked. From Cape Ferrelo, it’s a mile and a half through woods and vistas up to House Rock, the view of which is so good you might be tempted to stop right there. Continuing north is like entering a tunnel forged of foliage. The Sitka spruce-shaded forest floor seems to spread out for miles on either side — impossible, of course, since the ocean isn’t far off to the left. The cushy trail climbs and descends through visual delights of spruces, ferns and moss. This goes on for more than a mile before you emerge from nature’s

TRAIL NOTES ■ THE HIKE: The destination is Whale’s

Head Island. Start at Cape Ferrelo Viewpoint (3.9 miles one-way) or House Rock Viewpoint (2.5 miles). ■ HIGHLIGHTS: Lush Oregon Coast Trail sections through Sitka spruce forests, ocean vistas and a mile-long final stretch along Whale’s Head Beach (watch for a waterfall to the east). ■ SWEAT LEVEL: A fair amount of climbing, but it’s spaced out. The real sweat comes during the slow, precipitous final descent to the beach. ■ GETTING THERE: The entire hike is within Boardman State Park a few miles north of Brookings on U.S. Highway 101.

darkroom and catch glimpses of Whale’s Head Beach far below. Two short spurs to the left dead-end at ocean viewpoints. Then comes a sign reading “Beach” and “Trail,” accompanied by two arrows. If you’re game, follow the beach route for a precipitous descent that will garner your wholehearted, survival-conscious attention, step by step, switchback by switchback. Otherwise, stay on the main Coast Trail until you reach an easier

access route known as Whale’s Head Trail. The steeper descent lands you on Whale’s Head Beach at its southern edge, with almost a mile of sand still to walk on toward the big rock that is home to a seabird breeding colony.

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■ There is a wealth of redwood groves and memorial benches on the looping trails off Walker Road in Del Norte County.

Walker Road: Loop your way through redwood groves

urn north on Walker Road off of U.S. Highway 199 just 2.8 miles east of its junction with Highway 101, and you’ll find a land of many small groves of old growth. For almost a mile, there are a few roadside turnoffs that afford nice parking places and brief forays into the woods, but the trails don’t go far (the best of these is the Ernest L. & Lou R. Adams Grove). Then comes a fork. If you stay to the right you’ll soon be in deep gravel near the river. Instead, veer left and enjoy another scenic stretch with redwoods on one side and glimpses of the Smith on the other. After another half-mile, turn left into a small parking area. This is the beginning of Leiffer Trail, but the sign is well off the road. The key to this hike is to keep turning right, from Leiffer Trail onto Leiffer Loop onto Ellsworth Loop and back onto Leiffer Loop. Of course you

TRAIL NOTES ■ THE HIKE: A 2.2-mile double-loop through old-growth redwoods. Start on Leiffer Trail, take a series of right turns onto Leiffer Loop, Ellsworth Loop and eventually back to Leiffer Trail. ■ HIGHLIGHTS: Great trees throughout, plus a giant walk-through redwood stump in the middle of the trail. Numerous engraved benches, some at the end of short side trails. ■ SWEAT LEVEL: Moderately strenuous climbs at the start of each loop. ■ GETTING THERE: From Crescent City, drive north on U.S. Highway 101, then east for almost 3 miles on Highway 199. Turn north on Walker Road, drive just under a mile, veer left at a fork, then drive another half-mile to the trailhead for Leiffer Trail on your left.

could reverse the 2.2-mile course with all left turns — just don’t mix them or you might get loopy. Either way, you’re traipsing through an old-growth playground, and alive or dead, the

redwoods put on a show. After taking the first right onto Leiffer Loop, follow the trail right through the middle of an ancient giant defined by vestiges of its massive trunk that created a mini-amphitheater. Later on Ellsworth Loop, one longdead redwood still pushes its edifice of wooden shards into the air, stealing attention from its taller, living neighbors. Inspiration springs from departed humans as well. Philosophical messages are engraved on several benches along the trails, including this: “Walk wonderingly through the forest and experience the joy of discovery.”

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TRAIL NOTES ■ THE HIKE: A nearly 7-mile journey, mostly on the Last Chance Section of the Coastal Trail following the old Redwood Highway. ■ HIGHLIGHTS: In spots, evidence of the highway is strong, including glimpses of the solid white center line and milepost signs. Also some nice old-growth redwoods and views from ocean bluffs. ■ SWEAT LEVEL: There’s one strenuous uphill climb. Other than that, if you make it a one-way trip as recommended, it’s mostly level or downhill. ■ GETTING THERE: Leave one car in the Enderts Beach parking lot, then drive a second car south on Highway 101 to the Damnation Creek trailhead.

show through the forest debris. Soon you see traces of the old highway’s solid white center line, and after that a few blocky milepost signs along the side. About two and a half miles in, the original roadway is washed out where it crosses Damnation Creek. Fortunately, a walking bridge has been constructed

nearby. The route meanders west, then turns north when it hits the ocean bluffs. At some undetermined point the trail quits following the old highway. A moderately challenging climb lasts a half-mile or so, then you begin a long, steep descent. Once past Nickel Creek and a turnoff to the beach path, you rejoin the old highway on a final stretch of bluffs familiar to anyone who has ventured out from the Enderts Beach parking lot. In fact, every time you drive on Enderts Beach Road you’re following the original Redwood Highway, because this is the path it took away from the bluffs and into Crescent City.

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