Exploding whale fanatics will find a boatload of fun activities in Florence on Sunday, Nov. 16. There will be a 55-year ...

Oregon is packed with parks that offer great spots for camping and hiking, but not all of them get the attention they... The ...

We’re celebrating the 55th anniversary of the Exploding Whale! That story from the 1970s inspired some local filmmakers to ...

Coastal Oregon truly shines at this scenic beach recreation spot halfway up the coast where you can spot seals and whales ...

Eager to clear a popular beach in the US of a beached sperm whale, local authorities hatched upon a dramatic solution on ...

There’s nothing like the freedom of a road trip with the ocean as your constant companion. The world’s coastlines are filled ...

It's that time of year again. As the weather begins to change, doctors at the Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) say ...

Want front-row seats to humpbacks breaching, orcas on the hunt, and gray whales hugging the coastline? These U.S.

Gracie’s Sea Hag might sound like a place where mermaids go to retire, but it’s actually home to a seafood pasta so legendary that folks from Portland to Ashland make special trips just to twirl their ...

Discover hidden California viewpoints with breathtaking scenery, peaceful trails, and secret lookouts far from the crowds—perfect for your next Golden State escape.

The Oregon Coast Highway—U.S. Route 101 to the mapmakers—isn’t just a road; it’s 363 miles of jaw-dropping vistas, charming coastal towns, and natural wonders that seem almost too perfect to be real.

Schmidgall is passionate about sharing that knowledge with others. In the Seattle area, she has volunteered as a naturalist on tidepool treks and on whale-watching expeditions.