Welcome to the Official Blog for The Coos Bay – North Bend Visitor & Convention Bureau! We believe there is no place like the Oregon Coast and want to share stories, events, photos and more information in our blog.
We have world class fishing, dunes, beaches, hiking trails, bird watching, gardens, unique gift, craft and antique shops, casinos, music, museums- and more. The Oregon’s Adventure Coast is an all season destination, with surprises and memories around every turn. We have a variety of fun itineraries, and offer oodles of other great ideas for your next adventure!
Have a story you’d like to share on our blog? Email us at info@oregonsadventurecoast.com
One of the best known music festivals on the Oregon Coast is just weeks away. The 2012 South Coast Clambake Jazz Festival is March 9-11, 2012 in various venues in Coos Bay & North Bend.
A “clambake” is a jam session- not a food festival (though we have plenty of those coming up). …
NOW – March 1, 2012
Here on Oregon’s Adventure Coast, we happen to think we have some of the best clam chowder you’ll find anywhere. In fact, we’re so confidant we’re putting our money where our mouth is.
Book our Chowder Bounty Lodging Specials at a participating hotel and we’ll give you a Dining Gift …
Planning a spring getaway? The Oregon Coast is an all season destination, but there is something very unique about spring time. The warmer air brings much to do and see and there is no shortage of great fun for people of all ages. Here are some ideas of some fun activities …
On the way into North Bend/Coos Bay, there is a Myrtlewood factory on the side of the road where visitors will find gourmet treats and handcrafted artisan products unique to our region. You have probably noticed the giants signs for The Oregon Connection, one of the largest and oldest factories in Oregon. Its specialty …
Whale watchers hoping to catch a glimpse of migrating Gray Whales as they make their annual trek from Mexico to The Bering Sea can visit Shore Acres State Park and 26 other locations along the Oregon Coast during Whale Watching Week- March 24-31, 2012 . Whale Watching Spoken Here volunteers will be on …
The Charleston Merchants Association’s Annual Crab Feed will be held at the Old Charleston School House on Seven Devils Road on Saturday February 11. The event, now in its 27th year, is a fundraiser for the Charleston Visitor Center and one of our favorite local traditions.
Over 1000 people attend each …
Oyster lovers, let me let you in on a little secret: you will find some of the best oyster dishes you have ever tasted on the Southern Oregon Coast. Yup! Trust me, it’s true! We got oysters like nobody’s business and all our oysters are farmed locally. Here are some …
Our favorite Jazz Festival returns to the Oregon Coast this spring! The South Coast Clambake Jazz Festival is March 9-11, 2012 in various venues with a special preview event featuring The Young Bucs at 7pm January 20, 2012 at The Mill Casino.
The Clambake Jazz Festival is well known throughout the …
SeaPort Airlines has announced that it will launch new service between North Bend/Coos Bay and Portland, Oregon beginning on January 15, 2012. The new service will include a schedule of three daily roundtrip flights from Southwest Oregon Regional Airport Monday through Friday, and one roundtrip flight on Sunday. Additional frequencies are …
2011 is drawing to a close, and what a year we have had! The Oregon Coast is ready to celebrate a new year and here are 5 local events and traditions for you to ring in 2012:
1. Whale Watch Week (Dec 26-Jan 1)Visit trained “Whale Watching Spoken Here” volunteers at …