Reflecting on Returning to the Reserves
This series shares the stories of coastal residents who forged a relationship with an area in one capacity prior to its designation as a marine reserve, but later returned to it in another role. Read More
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How Oregon’s Marine Reserves Were Established
Did you know the planning and designation of Oregon’s marine reserves was over 10 years in the making? We’ve recently developed a chronicle of Oregon’s marine reserve planning and designation process, from 2000-2012, that we’re happy to share. Read More
Returning to the Reserves: Dick Vander Schaaf’s Sense of Place
Dick’s sense of place for Cascade Head started in his role as an ecologist for The Nature Conservancy. Soon he began developing a similar, albeit non-work related relationship, with Cape Falcon through his vacation time. Join us as we talk with this ecologist and conservation advocate to explore his knowledge of the reserves, how he came to know these waters and their shorelines, and his continued connections with them. Read More
When Waters Collide
The Pacific changes color depending on its mood. Sometimes it’s clear and blue, then it changes to murky green or brown. And sometimes, there’s long colored bands in the water, like those seen the last couple of weeks off the central Oregon Coast. Read More
Expanding Our Research With ARMs
How do you study those animals in the ocean that are often too small to see? You build them high-rise condominiums and let them live for free. Learn about how we monitor biodiversity. Read More
2018 Year in Review
We’re diving into 2018 highlights with a video. From oceanography to SCUBA surveys, and intertidal monitoring, to hook-and-line surveys, it’s been a busy year. Read More
SMURFing Week 17: Otter Rock Roundup
SMURF season is winding down. Get the lowdown on our latest trip to Otter Rock and check out a short summary of this site’s SMURF season. Read More
The Roar of the Tiger…
Rockfish aren’t usually known for their good looks, but the tiger rockfish is out to change that. Read More
What’s New at Knight Park?
A new kiosk at Knight Park highlights recreation and conservation in and around Cascade Head and the Salmon River estuary. This kiosk was created to educate the Park’s visitors about terrestrial, freshwater, and marine conservation measures in place in this area. Read More