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![? You're Invited! ?
Traditional Ecological Knowledge on the Oregon Coast: Cultural Restoration Through Weaving & Land Work
✨ with Stephanie Craig of @kalaypuyaweaving + RootedWays
?️ Saturday, Nov. 1 | 1–3 PM
? Tillamook Pioneer Museum
?️ Free – Registration Required!
? Spots are limited! Register now:
? www.netartsbaywebs.org ?
The Netarts area, part of the ancestral lands and waters of the Tillamook people, has sustained Indigenous communities for countless generations. Join Netarts Bay WEBS and the Tillamook County Pioneer Museum (@tcpm1935) for an afternoon of storytelling, ancestral wisdom, and ecological insight with tradition keeper and educator Stephanie Craig.
Stephanie will share teachings from the lifeways of the Tillamook people, exploring connections between land, culture, and resilience. Learn about traditional foods, medicines, weaving practices, and the vital role of Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) in today’s world.
? Questions? Email us at: info@netartsbaywebs.org
? Donations welcome to support free educational events like this!
#TillamookHistory #IndigenousKnowledge #TEK #CulturalRestoration #NetartsBayWEBS #RootedWays #OregonCoast #FreeEvent #StephanieCraig #BasketWeaving #EcologicalStewardship]()
🌿 You're Invited! 🌿 Traditional Ecological Knowledge on the Oregon Coast: Cultural Restoration Through Weaving & Land Work ✨ with Stephanie Craig of @kalaypuyaweaving + RootedWays 🗓️ Saturday, Nov. 1 | 1–3 PM 📍 Tillamook Pioneer Museum 🎟️ Free – Registration Required! 🔗 Spots are limited! Register now: 👉 www.netartsbaywebs.org 👈 The Netarts area, part of the ancestral lands and waters of the Tillamook people, has sustained Indigenous communities for countless generations. Join Netarts Bay WEBS and the Tillamook County Pioneer Museum (@tcpm1935) for an afternoon of storytelling, ancestral wisdom, and ecological insight with tradition keeper and educator Stephanie Craig. Stephanie will share teachings from the lifeways of the Tillamook people, exploring connections between land, culture, and resilience. Learn about traditional foods, medicines, weaving practices, and the vital role of Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) in today’s world. 📧 Questions? Email us at: info@netartsbaywebs.org 🧡 Donations welcome to support free educational events like this! #TillamookHistory #IndigenousKnowledge #TEK #CulturalRestoration #NetartsBayWEBS #RootedWays #OregonCoast #FreeEvent #StephanieCraig #BasketWeaving #EcologicalStewardshipButton -
![? SNEAKER WAVE WARNING: Oregon & Washington Coast ?
?OCTOBER 20 through WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 22
? Oregon Coast (Clatsop, Tillamook, Central) & South Washington Coast
? Sneaker waves are potentially DANGEROUS waves that surge much farther up the beach than expected and can be a danger to people walking on the beach!
➡These waves can knock you off your feet and drag you into frigid, life-threatening waters
➡Roll heavy logs on the beach, causing serious injury or death
➡Strike even what the water appears calm
? COLD WATER in the Northwest can quickly cause paralysis and make escape nearly impossible. Survivors say the sand and water in clothes can feel like concrete.
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO:
✅Stay well back from the surf — more than you think is necessary
✅NEVER turn your back on the ocean
✅Avoid logs and debris near the water
✅Watch the ocean for 20 minutes from higher ground before heading to the beach
✅Know the tide & surf forecast before you arrive
?Be safe, ?stay alert, and ?respect the power of the ocean.
#SneakerWaves #BeachSafety #PNWCoast #ColdWaterSafety #ORCoast
#WAWaves
Netarts-Oceanside Fire District]()
🚨 SNEAKER WAVE WARNING: Oregon & Washington Coast 🚨 📅OCTOBER 20 through WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 22 📍 Oregon Coast (Clatsop, Tillamook, Central) & South Washington Coast 🌊 Sneaker waves are potentially DANGEROUS waves that surge much farther up the beach than expected and can be a danger to people walking on the beach! ➡These waves can knock you off your feet and drag you into frigid, life-threatening waters ➡Roll heavy logs on the beach, causing serious injury or death ➡Strike even what the water appears calm 🌊 COLD WATER in the Northwest can quickly cause paralysis and make escape nearly impossible. Survivors say the sand and water in clothes can feel like concrete. WHAT YOU SHOULD DO: ✅Stay well back from the surf — more than you think is necessary ✅NEVER turn your back on the ocean ✅Avoid logs and debris near the water ✅Watch the ocean for 20 minutes from higher ground before heading to the beach ✅Know the tide & surf forecast before you arrive 👍Be safe, 👀stay alert, and 🌊respect the power of the ocean. #SneakerWaves #BeachSafety #PNWCoast #ColdWaterSafety #ORCoast #WAWaves Netarts-Oceanside Fire DistrictButton -
![? Every beach walk is full of wonder!
As you stroll the shore, have you ever stopped to ask:
? What are those tiny jumping bugs at the ocean’s edge?
? What kind of plants actually like living in the sand?
? Why is the beach scattered with so many jellies?
? And what’s with all the crab shells?
The coastline is full of mysteries—if you pause to notice.
?TELL US IN THE COMMENTS…
?If you can name the wonders we spotted in this video!
?TELL US IN THE COMMENTS…?What do you wonder about when you explore the beach?
✨ WANT TO LEARN MORE? Come join us as we explore the beauty and curiosity of the shore during a Sunset Beach Walk along Netarts Bay.
? October 18 from 5pm to Sunset
? Netarts Bay, Oregon
? Register at www.netartsbaywebs.org
Let’s wander, wonder, and learn together.
#NetartsBay #OregonCoast #BeachWalk #MarineLife #CoastalCuriosity #SunsetWalk #ExploreNature #IntertidalLife #PNWBeaches @explorenaturetillamookcoast]()
🌊 Every beach walk is full of wonder! As you stroll the shore, have you ever stopped to ask: 🦐 What are those tiny jumping bugs at the ocean’s edge? 🌱 What kind of plants actually like living in the sand? 🌊 Why is the beach scattered with so many jellies? 🦀 And what’s with all the crab shells? The coastline is full of mysteries—if you pause to notice. 💬TELL US IN THE COMMENTS… 👍If you can name the wonders we spotted in this video! 💬TELL US IN THE COMMENTS…🤔What do you wonder about when you explore the beach? ✨ WANT TO LEARN MORE? Come join us as we explore the beauty and curiosity of the shore during a Sunset Beach Walk along Netarts Bay. 📅 October 18 from 5pm to Sunset 📍 Netarts Bay, Oregon 🔗 Register at www.netartsbaywebs.org Let’s wander, wonder, and learn together. #NetartsBay #OregonCoast #BeachWalk #MarineLife #CoastalCuriosity #SunsetWalk #ExploreNature #IntertidalLife #PNWBeaches @explorenaturetillamookcoastButton -
![From waves and wind to wings and wheels! ??✈️
Our Geology & Energy field trip took off at the @tillamookair after a last-minute weather pivot — and it couldn’t have been better.
Big thanks to the Air Museum for saving the day and giving our 4th graders the perfect space to explore rocks, erosion, and energy in action! ⚡️A huge thanks to our wonderful STEAM coach volunteers who bring the learning stations to life. This time we also had George Fox Elementary Educations college students come support our program, as part of a great partnership we’ve built along the years. Team work makes the dream work!]()
From waves and wind to wings and wheels! 🌊💨✈️ Our Geology & Energy field trip took off at the @tillamookair after a last-minute weather pivot — and it couldn’t have been better. Big thanks to the Air Museum for saving the day and giving our 4th graders the perfect space to explore rocks, erosion, and energy in action! ⚡️A huge thanks to our wonderful STEAM coach volunteers who bring the learning stations to life. This time we also had George Fox Elementary Educations college students come support our program, as part of a great partnership we’ve built along the years. Team work makes the dream work!Button -
![? Sunset Stroll at Netarts Bay ?
? Saturday, October 18
? 5:00 PM – Sunset
? Netarts Bay, Oregon
REGISTER AT NETARTSBAYWEBS.ORG/EVENTS
Unwind with us on a peaceful evening walk along the stunning shores of Netarts Bay!
✨ Breathe in the fresh coastal air, snap some amazing sunset shots, and learn about the fascinating ecology of the bay from marine biologist & photographer Jim Young.
Jim will be sharing cool insights about beach finds, bay life, and offering photography tips for anyone wanting to capture the golden hour magic.
? Bring your curiosity, your camera, and your love for the coast—this is a perfect way to spend a fall evening.]()
🌅 Sunset Stroll at Netarts Bay 🌊 📅 Saturday, October 18 🕔 5:00 PM – Sunset 📍 Netarts Bay, Oregon REGISTER AT NETARTSBAYWEBS.ORG/EVENTS Unwind with us on a peaceful evening walk along the stunning shores of Netarts Bay! ✨ Breathe in the fresh coastal air, snap some amazing sunset shots, and learn about the fascinating ecology of the bay from marine biologist & photographer Jim Young. Jim will be sharing cool insights about beach finds, bay life, and offering photography tips for anyone wanting to capture the golden hour magic. 💬 Bring your curiosity, your camera, and your love for the coast—this is a perfect way to spend a fall evening.Button -
![Hi everyone, this is Marina, WEBS’ Stewardship Coordinator!
If you know me, you know that I really love trees. Especially big, old trees. This summer, I finally had the opportunity to visit the California redwoods, and they did not disappoint! So I was over the moon when I learned that we’d get to plan redwoods for our final Stewardship Day of the season!
We’ll be planting a small test grove to see how the redwoods do at Cape Lookout. We are north of their normal range, but with climate change, conditions in our area are likely to become more favorable for redwoods, while rising temperatures, drought, and fire threaten the southern end of their range. We’ll be planting on the North Trail at Cape Lookout where several fallen trees have caused trail closures over the past few years. With their strong, rot-resistant wood, we hope that redwoods will be a sustainable choice for this area.
I hope you’ll be able to join us on Wednesday, October 22nd, to get our redwoods in the ground! In the meantime, here are some photos of me ogling at these magnificent trees.
? Visit www.netartsbaywebs.org/events to register.]()
Hi everyone, this is Marina, WEBS’ Stewardship Coordinator! If you know me, you know that I really love trees. Especially big, old trees. This summer, I finally had the opportunity to visit the California redwoods, and they did not disappoint! So I was over the moon when I learned that we’d get to plan redwoods for our final Stewardship Day of the season! We’ll be planting a small test grove to see how the redwoods do at Cape Lookout. We are north of their normal range, but with climate change, conditions in our area are likely to become more favorable for redwoods, while rising temperatures, drought, and fire threaten the southern end of their range. We’ll be planting on the North Trail at Cape Lookout where several fallen trees have caused trail closures over the past few years. With their strong, rot-resistant wood, we hope that redwoods will be a sustainable choice for this area. I hope you’ll be able to join us on Wednesday, October 22nd, to get our redwoods in the ground! In the meantime, here are some photos of me ogling at these magnificent trees. 🔗 Visit www.netartsbaywebs.org/events to register.Button
Upcoming Community Events:
Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS is committed to offering high-quality, nature-based events led by experts, while also reducing the financial barrier of outdoor recreation. We do this by offering our events and programs at no cost to participants. Donations are always greatly appreciated to support the continuation of our work. Please consider donating to WEBS to keep conservation and environmental education alive on the coast.
Cape Lookout Stewardship Day
UPCOMING Dates:
Wednesday, October 22 *POSTPONED DUE TO HIGH WINDS*
Time: 2:00PM-4:00PM
Location: Cape Lookout State Park, Day Use Area
We're planting redwoods!
Every year, WEBS partners with Cape Lookout State Park to offer opportunities to give back, maintain our natural areas, and restore healthy coastal landscapes. For our final Stewardship Day of the season on October 22nd, we will be planting a small grove of redwoods on the North Trail.
This event requires a short hike (up to half a mile) and digging with shovels to plant the trees.
Traditional Ecological Knowledge on the Oregon Coast: Cultural Restoration Through Weaving & Land
Date: Saturday, November 1
Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Location: Tillamook County Pioneer Museum
Registration Required!
Netarts Bay WEBS and the Tillamook County Pioneer Museum for an afternoon of storytelling, ancestral wisdom, and ecological insight with tradition keeper and educator Stephanie Craig, owner of Kalaypuya Weaving & Consulting and the new nonprofit, RootedWays. The Netarts area, part of the ancestral lands and waters of the Tillamook people, has sustained Indigenous communities for countless generations.
Stephanie will share teachings from the lifeways of the Tillamook people, exploring connections between land, culture, and resilience. Learn about traditional foods, medicines, weaving practices, and the vital role of Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) in today’s world.
This is an in-person presentation only. It will not be recorded or streamed online. Advanced registraition is required.
Previous Community Events:
Sunset Bay Walk
Date: Saturday, October 18
Time: 5:00 PM - Sunset
Location: Along Netarts Bay, Oregon
Join us for a relaxing and educational evening stroll along the beautiful shores of Netarts Bay and the surrounding beach. This in-person event is the perfect way to unwind after a long day and enjoy the natural beauty of the Oregon Coast. Don't forget to bring your camera to capture the stunning sunset views!
Marine biologist, professional photographer, and WEBS volunteer Jim Young will be guiding the walk and providing information about interesting beach finds, bay ecology, and more along the way. Additionally, if you are looking for advice on capturing the beauty of Netarts Bay with your camera, Jim is happy to share photography tips.
Netarts/Oceanside Beach Cleanup
Date: Saturday, September 27th
Time: 9:00AM - 12:00PM
Location: Option to start at The Schooner or Oceanside Upper Parking Lot
Celebrate National Public Lands Day by cleaning up the coastline with the Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS and Oceanside Action Partnership! We will have welcome tables set up at The Schooner Restaurant and the upper parking lot at Oceanside Beach, so you can choose where to start your day.
In addition to cleaning up the beach, join our marine debris survey demonstration at The Schooner at 9:30am to learn how we monitor debris on the beach year-round, and how you can help!
AND be sure to stick around after the cleanup for an oyster cookout at The Schooner - a special treat for volunteers donated by Pearl Point Oyster right here in Netarts!
Bring your own bucket to help us reduce waste from plastic trash bags. We will have extras to share.
Birds of Tillamook County:
Walk and Talk with Michael Krall
Date: Saturday, September 20th
Time: 7:30AM - 12:00PM
Location: Bird Walk at Cape Lookout Day Use Area followed by presentation at the OSU Extension Office.
Michael Krall caught the birding bug starting with Golden Eagle banding in central Oregon with his 8th grade science teacher some 60 years ago. Michael birds and photographs extensively in Tillamook County, around Oregon, and beyond.
Join him for an introduction to Tillamook County birds and birding. Michael will share his photographs, hints on where and when to bird Tillamook County, and a potpourri of birds that you can see here. We'll start out with an optional bird walk, meeting at 7:30 AM in the day use parking lot at Cape Lookout State Park (permits required). We will "bird walk" (slow and leisurely) for 1-2 hours over easy terrain, listening and looking for whatever we can find. Bathrooms are available at the parking lot. Dress appropriately for fall Oregon weather. Bring binoculars if you have them. We will have a few extra pairs that we can share, as well as a spotting scope or two.
We will follow the walk with a presentation at the OSU Extension Office from 10:30 AM- Noon. The program is oriented toward those with limited birding experience, but all levels are welcome.
Cape Lookout Stewardship Days
UPCOMING Dates:
Wednesday, September 17th
Time: 2:00PM-4:00PM
Location: Cape Lookout State Park, Day Use Area
Every year, WEBS partners with Cape Lookout State Park to offer opportunities to give back, maintain our natural areas, and restore healthy coastal landscapes. Our efforts to remove ivy and establish new native plants have made a huge impact in the park over the last few years, and we need your help to continue this important work!
Activities are designed to accommodate a variety of skill levels. Families are welcome.
KAYAK NETARTS
Date: Saturday, September 13th
Time: Bay Mouth (Novice) Paddle - 10:0 0AM to ~1:30 PM
Inner Bay (Intermediate) Paddle - 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: Netarts Bay
Enjoy and learn to respectfully explore Netarts from the water while appreciating the abundance of life in this living bay.
Volunteer STEAM Coach Training
Date: Wednesday, September 10th
Time: 9-2pm
Location: Garibaldi Boathouse
This Volunteer STEAM Coach Training is for new and returning volunteers who want to support environmental education school programs for Tillamook County students during the 2025-2026 school year.
This training will include an orientation session for new STEAM Coach volunteers, a catered lunch social, and hands-on demonstrations of upcoming field trip activities.
Plein Air Painting at Cape Meares National Science Viewpoint
Date: Monday, August 25th
Time: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Cape Meares National Scenic
Join us for a self-guided Plein Air painting afternoon at Cape Meares National Scenic Viewpoint. Artists of all levels are invited to bring their own supplies and capture the coastal beauty during golden hour in a relaxed, inspiring setting. Artist Anna Norris will be on hand to help guide the experience however the final piece you create is yours to determine. Whether you're experienced or just starting out, this is a perfect chance to create, connect, and enjoy the view.
Stories of Netarts Past:
Discover the rich history of Netarts Bay with author John Andersen at a reading & signing of The Amazing People Between the Capes
Date:
Sunday, August 10
Time: 1:00 pM - 2:30 pm
Location: Tillamook County Pioneer Museum
Join Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS and the Tillamook County Pioneer Museum for a special presentation with local author and historian John Andersen, celebrating the people and history of Oregon’s coastal communities. Andersen will share stories from his new book The Amazing People Between the Capes, offering a personal and insightful look into the lives of those who shaped Cape Meares, Netarts, and Oceanside.
Sustainable Clamming on the Bay
Date: Monday, August 11, 2025
Time: 8:00am - 12:00pm
Location: Netarts, OR
Are you ready to get dirty? ODFW and Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS are set to take a group of participants clamming. Learn about the various species of clams in the bay, how to harvest safety and responsibly, and so much more! ODFW will also share about their work to monitor clam populations and general bay health. WEBS will have shovels and other gear available for loan.
We can't wait to see you out on the bay!
Netarts Bay Salt Marsh Tour
Learn about how plants survive in a salty world!
Date:
Tuesday, August 5
Time: 9:00 AM - ~12:30 pm (approximate)
Location: Netarts + Cape Lookout State Park
Join Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS for a free, hands-on exploration of the salt marsh at Netarts Bay, featuring a presentation and guided walking tour. Learn about the unique plants and animals that thrive in this dynamic habitat and discover how they adapt to salty, shifting environments. This engaging program, led by biologist Jim Young, offers a deeper understanding of coastal ecosystems from forest to bay.
Ocean Celebration
Date:
Sunday, August 3
Time: 11:00PM-3:00PM (approximate)
Location: Cape Lookout State Park, Day Use Area
Celebre el arte, la cultura y el medio ambiente durante este maravilloso evento en el Parque Estatal Cape Lookout.
Celebrate art, culture, and the environment during this wonderful event at Cape Lookout State Park.
Cape Lookout Stewardship Days
Dates:
Sunday, July 27th
UPCOMING:
Wednesday, August 13th
Sunday, August 24th
Past:
Wednesday, July 9th
Time: 2:00PM-5:00PM
Location: Cape Lookout State Park, Day Use Area
Every year, WEBS partners with Cape Lookout State Park to offer opportunities to give back, maintain our natural areas, and restore healthy coastal landscapes. Our efforts to remove ivy and establish new native plants have made a huge impact in the park over the last few years, and we need your help to continue this important work!
Activities are designed to accommodate a variety of skill levels. Families are welcome.
Queer Flockers Coastal Birding Extravaganza
Date: Saturday, July 19th
Time: 9:00AM-3:00PM
Location: Meet at Bayocean Peninsula
Join us for a full day of birding on the Oregon Coast! This event is for queer folks to learn, bird, and be in community.
We'll start the day at Bayocean Spit where we will bird along the tidal flats of Tillamook Bay and then walk back along the beach on the ocean side of the spit. For the afternoon, we'll head over to Cape Meares State Park where we'll see who's hanging out in and around the cliffs.
Go Touch Grass: Eelgrass Exploration in Netarts Bay
Date: Saturday, July 12th
Time: 7:30AM-9:30AM
Location: Netarts, OR
Join the Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS, Tillamook Estuaries Partnership (TEP), and Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) for an exploration among the eelgrass in Netarts Bay! During this event, we will learn about current monitoring efforts and findings, and we will also get our feet wet as we explore the eelgrass and diverse critters that call it home.
This is a family-friendly event that will be fun and appropriate for all ages!
Netarts/Oceanside Beach Cleanup
Date: Saturday, July 5th
Time: 9:00AM-12:00PM
Location: The Schooner Restaurant
Join the Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS on Saturday, July 5th to keep our coastal ecosystems clean and healthy. Our goal is to remove July 4th debris before it has a chance to wash into the ocean, and we need your help! We will meet at The Schooner Restaurant and then split into groups to cover as much area as possible.
To thank you for contributing to this important work, The Schooner Restaurant will be offering 10% off your meal for volunteers on the day of the event!
Tidepool Discovery Days
Date: Saturday, June 28th
Time: 9:00AM-12:00PM
Location: Oceanside Beach Access and Recreation Area
What amazing creatures are lurking at the water’s edge? Come out to Oceanside during the lowest tides in June and see!
WEBS staff and volunteers will be onsite in the tidepools to share about the habitats along the coastal edge. Learn about anemone clone wars, how a sea star eats, or how hermit crabs steal shell homes from other crabs! From seaweeds to sculpin fish, there is an amazing world to discover. Come out and enjoy!
Tidepool Discovery Days
Date: Friday, June 27th
Time: 8:00AM-11:00AM
Location: Oceanside Beach Access and Recreation Area
What amazing creatures are lurking at the water’s edge? Come out to Oceanside during the lowest tides in June and see!
WEBS staff and volunteers will be onsite in the tidepools to share about the habitats along the coastal edge. Learn about anemone clone wars, how a sea star eats, or how hermit crabs steal shell homes from other crabs! From seaweeds to sculpin fish, there is an amazing world to discover. Come out and enjoy!
Tidepool Discovery Days
Date: Thursday, June 26th
Time: 7:30AM-11:00AM
Location: Oceanside Beach Access and Recreation Area
What amazing creatures are lurking at the water’s edge? Come out to Oceanside during the lowest tides in June and see!
WEBS staff and volunteers will be onsite in the tidepools to share about the habitats along the coastal edge. Learn about anemone clone wars, how a sea star eats, or how hermit crabs steal shell homes from other crabs! From seaweeds to sculpin fish, there is an amazing world to discover. Come out and enjoy!
Kayak Netarts Bay: Inner Bay Tour
Date: Saturday, May 17, 2025 June 21, 2025
Time: 8:30 am 2:30 pm
Location: Netarts, OR
Explore the channels and mudflats within the estuary as we search
for aquatic wildlife. While this adventure is full of wonder, it isn’t for
the timid! On the return trip, we will be paddling against an incoming
tidal current and possibly Northwest headwind.
Kayak Netarts Bay: Bay Entrance Tour
Date: Saturday, May 17, 2025 June 21, 2025
Time: 8:30 am 3:30 pm
Location: Netarts, OR
This tour offers an easier ride. Participants will meander through the bay while making stops to appreciate the variety of animals and algae within the bay. Investigate seaweed blades for hidden creatures, watch crabs scurry along the sandy bottom, see filtering shellfish, and appreciate other invertebrates bouncing between sand grains within the shallow waters of the cove.
Cape Lookout Stewardship Day
Date: Wednesday, June 18th
Time: 2:00PM-5:00PM
Location: Cape Lookout Day Use Area
Every year, WEBS partners with Cape Lookout State Park to offer opportunities to give back, maintain our natural areas, and restore healthy coastal landscapes. Our efforts to remove ivy and establish new native plants have made a huge impact in the park over the last few years, and we need your help to continue this important work
Tidepool Discovery Days
What amazing creatures are lurking at the water’s edge? Come out to Oceanside during the lowest tides in June and see!
WEBS staff and volunteers will be onsite in the tidepools to share about the habitats along the coastal edge. Learn about anemone clone wars, how a sea star eats, or how hermit crabs steal shell homes from other crabs! From seaweeds to sculpin fish, there is an amazing world to discover. Come out and enjoy!
Friday, June 13th from 8:00am - 11:30am
Sustainable Clamming on the Bay
Date: Saturday, May 31, 2025
Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm
Location: Netarts, OR
Are you ready to get dirty? ODFW and Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS are set to take a group of participants clamming. Learn about the various species of clams in the bay, how to harvest safety and responsibly, and so much more! ODFW will also share about their work to monitor clam populations and general bay health. WEBS will have shovels and other gear available for loan.
We can't wait to see you out on the bay!
Cape Lookout Stewardship Day
Friday, April 18, 2025
2:00pm-5:00pm
Location: Cape Lookout State Park Day Use Area
LET'S PLANT!
At the beginning of April, we prepared the soil for a new pollinator garden, which means during this Stewardship Day on April 18th, we get to start planting! Additional projects include planting trees in the campground to replace those that didn’t survive from our original plantings, and continuing our work to keep the ivy at bay.
Every year, WEBS partners with Cape Lookout State Park to offer opportunities to give back, maintain our natural areas, and restore healthy coastal landscapes. Our efforts to remove ivy and establish new native plants have made a huge impact in the park over the last few years!
Program Highlights & Stories
Lighthouse History Tour
August 17, 2024
Today's weather of rain showers, lightning, and thunder on the Oregon Coast made for an exciting and insightful backdrop for our Lighthouse History Tour.
Park Ranger Supervisor Travis Korbe from Cape Lookout State Park gave an in-depth walking tour of the Cape Meares National Wildlife Refuge, focusing on what life was like for the lighthouse keepers over the decades.
First lit in 1890, the Cape Meares Lighthouse had two Lighthouse keepers at a time. One would keep the light burning through the night. During the day, the other would wash both sides of each piece of glass in the specialty lens, and well as both sides of the plate glass lighthouse windows.
Typical durations of service as a lighthouse keeper were only a few months long. At times, a mobile library would reach Cape Mears to provide the keepers and their families with new books to entertain and educate themselves with.
During the winter, the Oregon Coast is exposed to fierce storms with strong winds and pounding rain. Throughout these harsh conditions year after year, the lighthouse was still operational until 1963 when it was decommissioned.
In the late 1960s, Cape Meares Lighthouse was adopted as an Oregon State Park and is now a Visitor Center, with visitation around 600-700 people per day during the busy season.
Kayak Netarts Bay
September 7, 2024
With foggy sky's overhead, this morning, 40 paddlers on two different guided tours launched from the Netarts Boat Basin guided by Kayak Tillamook. One route ventured up the bay to the sand dollar beds, and the other paddled across to Netarts Spit. Weather conditions were perfect. Clouds kept us cool, and the bay was glassy without waves or wind.
Throughout the tours, expert WEBS Naturalists shared about bay ecology. We found several species of crabs, clams, seaweeds, and kelp. Plus juvenile flat fish, anemones, seastars, sand dollars, and more! One participant even found a mermaid's purse (which is the common term for a skate egg case).
Thank you to Ken Siegrist for capturing some of these kayak photos.
Netarts Spit Hike
July 24, 2024
Today was an im-peck-able day for our Netarts Spit Hike, focusing on birds and fun beach finds!
This morning, we were joined by Cape Lookout State Park Ranger Travis Korbe, who kicked off our hike with an overview of the dune history at Cape Lookout State Park. Travis shared photos from multiple decades, helping us visualize the amount of dune erosion that has occurred along this part of the Oregon Coast.
Cara Gates from Bird Alliance of Oregon was our Western Snowy Plover expert today. Cara shared about the nesting preferences, mating rituals, and conservation status of these tiny feathered friends. Western Snowy Plover rely on flat, sandy areas where they prefer to create nests (shallow depressions in the sand) near drift wood, shell bits, and sometimes marine debris.
Although we didn't see any plovers today, Cara brought model plover eggs for us to visualize what surveyors are looking for when counting Western Snowy Plover nests during the six-month long nesting season.
While walking back up the spit, we were shocked to find a surprise egg - a Common Murre egg! This large speckled blue egg was found right along the edge of the incoming waves. Although it was cracked and no longer viable, it was a wonderful opportunity to admire the unique shape of these eggs that helps prevent them from falling off the rocky edges where Common Murres form their nests. This one, however, must have fallen over the edge.
Thank you to Cara, Travis, and our WEBS volunteers who all shared their skills and expertise to make today wonderful! Also, happy birthday to Sandra, who spent part of her day hiking with us all!
Now, all of us who hiked these 12 miles today are ready to rehydrate and rest our feet!
