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 […]
Farm & Sea & Family
Farm & Sea & Family Driving slowly past Bandon’s charming harbor and Old Town restaurants and shops, I can make out the tall green industrial building on the Coquille River up ahead. For decades it was a successful processing plant for locally caught seafood. Today it is the home of Lori Osborne’s Farm & Sea […]
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, The Cranberry Capital of the World
Bandon, The Cranberry Capital of the World It may surprise some to learn that Bandon, with its temperate climate and crashing surf, is an ideal place for growing cranberries, and it has grown to a center of production since the berries were first commercially grown here in the 1890’s. In fact, today these cranberries make […]
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 […]
Good Earth Community Garden
Good Earth Community Garden As the weather turns from winters harshness to more springs mild sun, many Bandon residents are starting their work in the Good Earth Community Garden. Nestled in a residential neighborhood, it’s not in plain view of the town, but the garden and the organization have had quite an impact. The purposes of the […]
The Holidays in Bandon
The Holidays in Bandon Bandon is a small town, but certainly not a sleepy one, and this holiday season is proof. Saturday was a busy day for our fair town and included an artist reception, a nog walk/cider stroll, the annual Lighted Christmas Parade, and the opening night of The Nutcracker. The afternoon got started […]
The Four Seasons in Bandon
The Four Seasons in Bandon Some joke that the Oregon rainy season begins in September and lasts until July. Others say that there are really only two seasons – rain and summer. The truth, however, is much different than what people say with their tongues in their cheeks. There are four distinct seasons in Bandon […]
Meet The Gants of Bandon Rain Cider Company
Meet The Gants of Bandon Rain Cider Company There is something delicious happening in Bandon. Something sweet, but not too sweet; something tart, but not too tart; something steeped in family history and tradition yet on the cutting edge. Gary and Karen Gant, and their son and daughter-in-law Trevor and Mary Gant, have put their […]
The Ultimate Winter Road Trip Along The Southern Oregon Coast
The Ultimate Winter Road Trip Along the Southern Oregon Coast Winter is a season of quiet beauty and stark contrasts along the Southern Oregon Coast. As the crowds thin out, the coastline takes on a serene atmosphere, making it an ideal time for a road trip. Here’s your guide to an unforgettable winter journey along […]