In an article in NWtripplanner.com, writer Lauren Braden describes her top three picks for storm-watching in Washington State. She suggests storm season will not disappoint along the coast from November through March. 1. Chito Beach Resort chitobeach.com | (360) 963-2581 | [email protected] 7639 Hwy 112 in Sekiu, WA (MAP) Chito Beach sits on a basalt outcrop between Clallum […]
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Travel to Hood River to Sailboard, Run New Half-Marathon
Wind surfing capital of the world is Hood River’s latest distinction. Previously known for growing luscious apples, pears, cherries, peaches and other fruits, and for the view of the majestic snowcapped peak of Mt. Hood, Hood River has become the destination of choice for wind surfers from around the world. The winds from the Columbia River […]
Discover Newport, OR – South Beach District – Part III
Discover Newport, OR – South Beach District – Part III Newport, Oregon’s South Beach District includes not only the Port Of Newport Marina and RV Park, but offers a number of other attractions such as a funky brewery (is there any other kind in Oregon?), the Oregon Coast Aquarium and the Hatfield Marine Science Visitor […]
Boaters Relish Gig Harbor’s Authentic Maritime Scene
By Leslee Jaquette In 1841 when Capt. Charles Wilkes charted the South Sound, he must have been tired. Or, perhaps, he had simply run out of names? You see, Wilkes named Gig Harbor, Wash., after the type of longboat, a gig, he used to survey the small bay. These days, perfectly protected and perfectly beautiful […]
ASTORIA – GATEWAY TO THE COLUMBIA
BY LESLEE JAQUETTE Standing on the dock at Astoria, Oregon’s East Basin Marina, I ponder the mighty Columbia River and the magnitude of the Lewis and Clark Expedition. A familiar, distant barking disturbs my reverie. Turning toward the sound, I spot a sign on the pier, “Danger, Sea Lions on Dock.” Refocusing my eyes, I […]