The Ghost Tree Grill at Bandon Dunes

The Ghost Tree Grill at Bandon Dunes Bandon Dunes, a name synonymous with world-class golf, has added a new gem to its crown – the Ghost Tree Grill. This Pacific Northwest inspired steakhouse and raw bar is the latest addition to the resort’s already excellent array of restaurants. Last night was our 4th visit to […]

Top Fishing Spots on the Southern Oregon Coast

Top Fishing Spots on the Southern Oregon Coast Discover the Best Places for Fishing on the Southern Oregon Coast, and Prepare for an Unforgettable Adventure! The Southern Oregon Coast is a treasure trove for fishing enthusiasts. Featuring a diverse range of fish species, breathtaking scenery, and serene coastal towns, this region provides anglers with a […]

Best Wildlife Watching Spots on the Southern Oregon Coast

Best Wildlife Watching Spots on the Southern Oregon Coast The Southern Oregon Coast offers a fantastic opportunity to observe diverse and captivating wildlife in natural habitats. From the rugged cliffs and rocky shores to the picturesque dunes and marshlands, this breathtaking region has lots to offer wildlife enthusiasts. Discover some of the best wildlife watching […]

5 Benefits of Living in a Coastal Community

Five Benefits of Living in a Coastal Community Living in a coastal community in Southern Oregon can be an idyllic and exhilarating experience. The endless blue of the Pacific Ocean, combined with the eclectic communities that dot the coast, make this region a highly desirable place to call home. Here are 5 benefits of living […]

Bandon’s Beautiful Circles in the Sand

Bandon’s Beautiful Circles in the Sand Many have walked Bandon’s beach and taken in its beauty: towering sea stacks, perfect sand, ever-changing skies, crashing waves, and talkative birds. Not everyone, however, has been lucky enough to be rounding the point under the Face Rock Viewpoint when Denny Dyke, creator of Circles in the Sand, his […]

Windsurfing and Kiteboarding in Bandon

Windsurfing and Kiteboarding in Bandon The sports of windsurfing and kiteboarding have been around much longer than most people realize, but are recently rapidly gaining popularity, and they are accessible to more than just an elite few. The Bandon area with its mild climate, beautiful scenery, and relatively reliable wind draw windsurfers and kiters of […]

Oregon’s Public Beaches: A History

Oregon’s Public Beaches: A History Oregon’s public beaches are some of the things that make Oregon great, but they were not always open to everyone. If sight of sand and sky and sea has given respite from your daily cares, then pause to thank Oswald West former governor of Oregon (1911-1915). By his foresight, nearly […]

Meet the Multitalented Mark Tierney

Meet the Multitalented Mark Tierney I recently had the honor and privilege of talking with artists Mark and Victoria Tierney, two of the most fascinating people I have met since moving to Bandon. Victoria told her story of her life’s journey that took her from coast to coast and involved many well-known artists. While Victoria was […]

Life on the Southern Oregon Coast

Life on the Southern Oregon Coast If you’re like most visitors we meet, you live in an upscale urban or suburban area, and you and your spouse are educated, employed in a corporate or professional position, have achieved wealth, and have adult kids who are finding a life path of their own. You’re thinking about […]

A Dozen Things to do on a Rainy Day in Bandon

A Dozen Things to do on a Rainy Day in Bandon The winter rain on Oregon’s South Coast is a bit of a mixed blessing. We love the fact that it means green trees and plants and that it secures our water sources, but it also means many of our outdoor activities become a little […]