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Are you more than just a passing visitor to Newport's picturesque beaches? Do you find yourself visiting Newport regularly, working remotely, or perhaps contemplating a move to our coastal community? Maybe you want to grow yourself professionally in this beautiful environment. Here's an exciting chance to cultivate and elevate your leadership skills right by the beach. Imagine blending your beach retreats with a series of transformative classes designed to enhance your leadership abilities while immersing yourself in the vibrant local community of Lincoln County. Leadership Lincoln offers a compelling opportunity for both residents and visitors to Newport to embark on a journey of personal and professional growth. Designed to align with your busy schedule, Leadership Lincoln classes convene once a month, from September to June. These engaging sessions are meticulously curated to foster leadership and management skills, specifically tailored to individuals invested in Newport's future and the progress of Lincoln County as a whole. By participating in this unique program, you'll not only enrich your leadership capabilities but also gain valuable insights into the people, organizations, and industries that form the backbone of this community. Guiding you on this transformative journey is Jalene Case, an accomplished coach and consultant. With The Complete Leader program at the helm, Jalene will lead you through a comprehensive curriculum that includes an assessment to delve into your behavioral tendencies, motivators, and the development of 25 essential leadership skills. This holistic approach focuses on harnessing your strengths, enhancing communication, and customizing your development objectives. Through this enlightening process, you'll not only grow as a leader but also form enduring connections with fellow participants and community leaders. Dive into insightful panel discussions led by local experts, covering a range of pivotal topics from education and tourism to industry and public health. These sessions will be hosted at various locations across the county, offering you the chance to explore the diverse facets of Newport's thriving community. Scheduled on the second Wednesday of each month, classes run from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., promising a comprehensive learning experience. To learn more about this remarkable opportunity, join us at the "Leadership Lincoln at a Glance" open house. This informative session will be held at the Newport Chamber of Commerce office on Wednesday, August 23, from 5:15 p.m. to approximately 6:15 p.m. Discover how Leadership Lincoln can empower you as a leader while integrating seamlessly into your Newport lifestyle. Whether you're a longtime local or a curious newcomer, Leadership Lincoln invites you to embark on a journey of growth, connection, and leadership excellence in the heart of this vibrant coastal community. For more information, call the Newport Chamber of Commerce at 541-265-8801, email Maggie Conrad at maggie@newportchamber.org or visit newportchamber.org/leadership-lincoln.

Newport is a haven for pet lovers, and luckily, our beautiful beaches provide a perfect playground for your furry companions! With many pet-friendly lodging options available, you'll find it easy to plan a getaway that includes your four-legged family members. However, before you pack your bags and head to the coast, there are a few things to keep in mind to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for both pets and fellow beachgoers. Accommodation and Dining When planning your stay in Newport, be sure to choose from the variety of lodging options that are pet friendly. Many hotels and rentals warmly welcome pets, but it's a good idea to inquire about their policies and any pet-related fees when making your reservation. Additionally, if you're hoping to dine with your pet by your side, you'll be pleased to know that several restaurants in Newport have pet-friendly patios and outdoor seating areas. However, remember to double-check with each establishment beforehand to ensure they welcome your furry friend. Beach Adventures with Your Pets Most pets have a blast at the beach, frolicking in the sand and surf. To make the most of your beach outing and ensure a positive experience for all, here are some essential tips to follow: Leash and Commands: Keep your pets on a leash and ensure they respond well to commands. This prevents them from running off and ensures a safe and enjoyable time for everyone. Respect for Wildlife: Pets should not chase or disturb sea life, birds, or seals. It's important to maintain a respectful distance from other animals and people on the beach as well. Caution in the Water: While pets may be eager to dive into the waves, be cautious not to let them venture too far. Sneaker waves and rip tides can pose risks, so keep your pet within your control. Watch What They Eat: Prevent your pets from eating dead sea life found on the sand, as some marine creatures can be poisonous and cause health issues. Clean Up After Your Pets: Always clean up after your pets and dispose of waste properly in designated trash bins before leaving the beach. Newport's pet-friendly beaches offer a wonderful opportunity for you and your furry companions to enjoy the sun, sand, and surf together. By following these guidelines, you can ensure a safe, enjoyable, and respectful beach experience for everyone. So, bring along your pets, cherish the moments shared amidst the coastal beauty, and create lasting memories in Newport's welcoming atmosphere. The Newport Chamber of Commerce is always ready to welcome you to the beach! Visit newportchamber.org for a detailed calendar of events and a list of local businesses that will take care of every aspect of your stay.

When you come to Newport, you'll want to find the best time to explore tide pools, beachcomb rocks, and shells, dig for clams, or simply enjoy the largest beach possible for strolling, lounging, and kite flying. A tide table (available in print from many local businesses or from a variety of websites online) is a uniform chart of tide heights that tells you when high and low tides occur. Reading and understanding a tide table is easy and will best help you plan to maximize your time on the beach. You probably know that tides are big waves that move through oceans at predictable times and are controlled by the gravitational pull of the sun and moon. The Oregon coast usually experiences two high tides and two low tides throughout the day. The difference between high and low tide is known as the tidal range and can differ from barely noticeable to great distances of many feet. A tide table shows the local time for high and low tides and the height of those tides in a specific area. Start by picking up a paper tide table booklet or looking up tide tables from a reputable source online like NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) . Tide tables are set up like a calendar, so look up the dates that you’ll be at the beach. Another popular option is Tides Chart. You can find Newport's specific page here: https://www.tideschart.com/United-States/Oregon/Lincoln-County/Newport/ Next, find the times when the tides are the lowest; tides are listed in feet either above or below sea level, with the tidal height followed by an H for high tides and an L for low tides. Now you’re ready to plan your next visit to the beach, with the most beach available, for all of your fun activities! The Newport Chamber of Commerce is always ready to welcome you to the beach! Visit newportchamber.org for a detailed calendar of events and a list of local businesses that will take care of every aspect of your stay.

A local tea house and bakery offering custom teas and delicious baked goods. Open for breakfast, lunch, and afternoon tea time.

Grab your bathing suits, towels and flip flops! Whalers Rest RV Campground offers a pristine beach location just 150 yards from the Pacific Ocean. Open year-round, this RV campground on the Oregon coast offers beach goers activities including salt-water swimming, scuba diving, surfing, whale watching and fishing all within minutes Whalers Rest RV Campground. On those not-so-sunny days, our indoor pool and spa are fabulous alternatives. Billiards, tennis courts, horseshoe pits and mini golf are other popular activities at Whalers Rest RV Campground.

There are several options for private fishing charters in Newport. Use the link below to explore.

Vibrant starfish and sea anemones gathered in nature's tidepools... A lighthouse veiled by morning fog... Historic Bridges all lit up at sunset... These are a few of the images that will greet you at the Forinash Gallery Award-winning Newport photographer Chuck Forinash invites you to visit his gallery of coastal images, located on the Coast Guard end of Newport's Historic Bayfront. We offer a large selection of creatively framed fine art photography. This is the official online site of the Forinash Gallery and photographer Chuck Forinash. For directions to the gallery, click here. For contact information, click here. Check back to see the progress on this constantly updating site.

Do you have a passion for handcrafted blown glass art? Or are you interested in seeing how these beautiful pieces of art are created? Stop in at Oregon Coast Glassworks in Newport, Oregon where we offer one on one, personalized glassblowing lessons where you can make your own unique item or see one of our daily, professional demonstrations.

The Yaquina Art Gallery and Gift Shop are located in the historic Nye Beach District of Newport, Oregon. The gallery was established for the purpose of exhibiting and selling the work of the Yaquina Art Association members. A portion of the proceeds from the sales has been maintaining the gallery and helping fund a scholarship program and tuition-free art classes for the community. The Yaquina Art Association has been committed to supporting local artists. All of the works exhibited in the gallery are by local artists (Lincoln County Residents). YAA also hosts annual juried art shows and bi-monthly artist spotlight exhibits throughout the year. Visit us and browse our collection of paintings, photography, handcrafted jewelry, and glass art by local artists.

The Newport Visual Arts Center , located at the historic Nye Beach Turnaround, is a facility built by the City of Newport as a public art exhibition space and for art education programs and maintained by the Oregon Coast Council for the Arts. Opening in 1983, the Newport Visual Arts Center (or “VAC”) is the largest facility on the Oregon Coast built specifically for the exhibition of visual art. The VAC includes three traditional gallery spaces, as well two classrooms/event spaces. The William Runyan Gallery occupies approximately 1,100 square feet on the 1st floor and features rotating exhibits throughout the year. ( Click here for Runyan Gallery layout ) The 300-square foot Upstairs Gallery , located on the 3rd floor, also hosts rotating exhibits — primarily featuring new and experimental artists in the northwest region. ( Click here for Upstairs Gallery layout ) The Coastal Oregon Visual Artists’ Showcase (COVAS) , established in 2011, is located on the 2nd floor. Rotating exhibits in this space are typically 3-dimensional and feature work from coastal artists. ( Click here for COVAS Showcase dimensions ) Hours: Wednesday-Saturday – 12pm to 4pm (unless otherwise noted) All exhibitions are free and open to the public. The Visual Arts Center also offers classes, workshops, and community events.

It's a family business... Jeff is an Oregon Coast native who has been blowing glass professionally for over ten years. He began learning to blow glass in this very space over 12 years ago. As time went on he met and was privileged to work with more and more knowledgeable glass craftsmen. Over the years Jeff has steadily been acquiring the knowledge to build his own studio. Things came together in 2016 shortly after the birth of his daughter Fern and thus began the family business. Jeff and his wife Amanda live in the area with their daughters Fern and Juniper. Glass craftsman Jeff... I live on the Oregon coast and love using glass to express myself. I find a lot of my inspiration and energy from nature and the Pacific Ocean. Living next to a huge body of water and the forces it generates has a profound effect on my life and my works in glass. I enjoy making things that people use every day, taking functional glass items and turning them into works of art that I hope bring a smile to your face, they do mine. I often work solo but my wife Amanda has been assisting me more often. She brings great energy and a fresh perspective to the shop. When I'm not blowing glass I'm off with her and our two girls exploring the world.

Features the following fresh items: Oysters in the Shell Oyster Meat Oyster Cocktails Smoked Oysters Steamer Clams Check out our Prices for more information. Ships oysters worldwide call 1-541-265-5078 or e-mail your order to oregonoyster@actionnet.net. HISTORY The Yaquina Bay oyster industry began with a shipwreck. In January, 1852, the schooner "Juliet" was forced ashore by storms, and her captain and crew were stranded in this area for two months. When they reached the Willamette Valley, the captain reported that the Yaquina River was abundant with oysters, clams and fish of all kinds. Other visitors also reported on the abundance of oysters, and in 1863, two commercial oyster firms appeared on Yaquina Bay. The first was Winant & Company, represented by James Winant and Solomon Dodge, who established a community known as Oysterville. The second was Ludlow & Company, represented by Richard Hillyer. At that time, Yaquina Bay was a part of the Grand Ronde reservation, and disputes quickly arose as to who could do what, and at what cost. The Indian agent, one Ben Simpson, demanded a fee of 15 cents for each bushel harvested be paid to the tribes. Winant & Company complied; Ludlow & Company did not. Instead, they filed a lawsuit, which they lost, and then left the area. In 1865, a Dr. Kellog from Portland entered the scene. He established a settlement called Pioneer about the site of today's Elk City, and built a warehouse. While he was away, soldiers tore it down. He appealed to the Superintendent of Indian Affairs in Salem, but received hostility instead of help. Being more determined than Ludlow & Company, Kellogg carried his fight to Washington, which found that the agency had exceeded its authority, and ordered an end to the harassment of the doctor. The battle for the bay caught the attention of other potential settlers, and they began to push for the opening of the area. In 1866, the Department of the Interior removed from the Grand Ronde reservation the area from the Alsea River to Cape Foulweather and settlement began. The oyster business flourished for a few years, until the stock of native oysters was nearly depleted. Attempts to grow eastern oysters in Yaquina Bay failed, and by 1900 only a handful of men were involved in oystering in the bay, and that on a very small scale. In 1907, the Wachsmuth family opened what is today Dan and Louie's Oyster Bar in Portland. After that they founded today's Oregon Oyster Farms to assure a supply of high quality oysters. In 1918, the Pacific oyster from Japan was introduced into the bay. While the Pacifics grew well here, they could not reproduce in the colder water, so each year growers would import seed from Japan. World War II brought an end to the importation of seed, and even though it was resumed after the war, it became increasingly expensive. Oyster growers began to look for a better way. In 1968, Professor Willy Breese and Dr. Anja Robinson, along with Newport's Tom Becker and Mo Niemi, built three insulated rooms at the Marine Science Center, began research into the feasibility of hatching Pacific oysters locally. From those three rooms and Breese and Robinson's research, combined with the research of others, gave us the oyster industry in Yaquina Bay as we know it today. The west coast has now surpassed the east and gulf coasts as the top producer of oysters.