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Friday, June 13, 2014

Whalen Island Oregon

Whalen Island, incorporated with the Clay Myer State Natural Area, on the Oregon Coast is easy to miss. It's way off the beaten path and, easy to drive by without noticing it.

It is in Tillamook County, north of Pacific City and just off of Sandlake Road. It's not even close to 101.

It is Oregon's only camping island. And, it's quiet and peaceful because not many folks know about it. On the day I was there I saw only two campsites that were occupied.

The campground, itself is eight acres with thirty campsites. The whole site is about 200 acres along with the Myers Natural Area.

The water around the island is called "Sandlake" and is only, in general about two feet deep at high tide...but, some neat kayaking...probably best to go with someone that knows the water, though.

If you are into hiking there is a 2 1/2 mile loop trail. It was interesting that there was a warning about bear sightings and, what to do if you encounter one. My wife and I had taken a hike earlier or, we would have walked the entire loop.

To get to it, you cross a bridge into this cool setting.

Whalen Island Oregon

Whalen Island Oregon - Check Out The Blue Herons - The Mainland Is Off To The Left

Whalen Island Oregon - Queen Anne And Foxgloves

Clay Myers State Natural Area

Whalen Island Oregon

Monday, June 9, 2014

Yaquina River And More

There is a lot of talk about Yaquina Bay in Newport, Oregon but, not much conversation about the Yaquina River which flows westerly into the Bay.

It is approximately fifty miles long and, starts just west of Corvallis in the Siuslaw National Forest. In fact, as you head from Corvallis on Highway 20 to the coast you see it but, not necessarily at it's prime.

However, if you really want to take in a cool scenic route you have to travel the Yaquina Bay Road from Newport to Toledo or, vice versa. It follows the river to a "T" and, there are some cool stops along the way.

In a car, it's scenic but, not many places to pull over. Probably the best route is on a bike because it is easier to park along the way.

The first three photos here were taken in Toledo which is seven miles from Newport. The fourth photo was taken about halfway along Yaquina Bay Road.

There is a ship repair place right in Toledo. You see a little of this in the second and third pics. These are not small boats they are working on.

After the boats, there are a bunch of random photos taken in Toledo. One of my favorite places is the "Things Found Mercantile & Gallery"...really a different type of an antique store with extremely good prices on their merchandise. A five star place to visit.

We had lunch at "Gracie Mae's Bakery and Cafe"...a neat place to eat! Not just another boring place to eat! Cool grits! Check 'em out!

Yaquina River

A Salute To Our Veterans In Toledo Oregon

One Of Many Cool Benches In Toledo Oregon

Some Cool Art - Toledo Oregon

Toledo Oregon

Things Found Mercantile and Gallery - Toledo Oregon

Gracie Mae's Bakery and Cafe - Toledo Oregon

The Roost Apartments Along Main Street - Toledo Oregon

Things Found Mercantile and Gallery - Toledo Oregon

Friday, May 2, 2014

Seal Rock Oregon

Seal Rock Beach is located about ten miles south of Newport, Oregon. It's a beautiful place! And, that's not even giving it justice...it's like a very special gift from above and to be cherished.

Not really a place for the sunbathers. It's more of a "get in touch with nature and yourself type of place"!

I was fortunate to get down to the beach in a minus tide, early in the morning on a beautiful day. Seal Rock has a ton of tide pools filled with Starfish, Sea Anemones, Barnacles, Mussels and so on.

The first photo here depicts some huge and black shiny seaweed that has washed into this small cove. I set my tripod low to the ground and, shot fast, because the water was coming at me.

Seal Rock Beach

Seal Rock Beach- Mussels

Seal Rock Beach- Tide Pools

Seal Rock Beach

Seal Rock Beach- Sea Anemones

Seal Rock Beach

Seal Rock Beach - The Sentry!

Tuesday, April 22, 2014

Tulip Festival in Woodburn Oregon

One of the finest tulip festivals is in Woodburn, Oregon...the "Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm". Thousands flock to it every year when the tulips are in bloom.

I spent two days photographing beautiful flowers at the Wooden Shoe. It is a gala event and it is an event the whole family can enjoy.

The whole time I was there it was overcast. That's the best time to photograph flowers, not when it is sunny out.

I always try to go when they are first open. I f you don't there gets to be too many folks wondering around in your photos.

If you ever come to Oregon, make sure to visit when the tulips are in bloom...it's a great experience!

Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival

Tulip Festival

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Sunday, April 20, 2014

Visiting Jacksonville Oregon

This is the third post, and last for now, on Jacksonville, Oregon. A quaint and beautiful place on this earth, whereas if you have been good and kind to others, maybe they will let you visit.

The first two photos are of the Bluedoor Garden Store...does it remind of a "big box storefront"? I don't think so! This is a typical storefront in Jacksonville which just adds oddles of charm to the town.

The third photo is of the Jackson County Courthouse built in 1883. The county seat has since moved to Medford.

The fourth photo is of "Merci". The fifth and sixth of the "Magnolia Inn". The 7th...just a cool house!

The last two photos were taken on our way home back to Newport..."The Table Rocks" and the "Sandy Creek Covered Bridge".

Bluedoor Garden Store - Jacksonville Oregon

Jackson County Courthouse - Jacksonville Oregon

Merci - Jacksonville Oregon

Magnolia Inn - Jacksonville Oregon

Jacksonville Oregon

Sandy Creek Covered Bridge - Coos County

The Table Rocks - Jackson County Oregon

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Friday, April 18, 2014

What To Do In Jacksonville, Oregon

If you are in Southern Oregon, make sure you visit Jacksonville...a tad off of the I5 Freeway, north of Ashland. Then, do something different, get out of your car and explore.

Here is the first post (Link) Jacksonville, Oregon !

Maybe, even arm yourself with some type of a camera, walk around and have at it!

There is absolutely nothing that is boring about Jacksonville. Unless, of course you are a mall freak...you won't find one of those.

It's a historic town. A town that had redone itself, or maybe more accurately, preserved itself and has opted for charm.

The Antique Furniture Shop - Jacksonville, Oregon

Jacksonville, Oregon

Jacksonville Barn - Adit Public House - Jacksonville, Oregon

United States Hotel - Jacksonville, Oregon

Jacksonville Mercantile - Jacksonville, Oregon

McCully House Inn - Jacksonville, Oregon

Jacksonville, Oregon

Country Charm Gifts - Jacksonville, Oregon

1951 Vintage Studebaker - Jacksonville, Oregon

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Thom Zehrfeld is an artist and photographer based in Newport, Oregon, specializing in coastal wall art, nautical scenes, lighthouses, commercial fishing boats, vintage automobiles, and nostalgic Americana. His work blends photography, digital painting, texture, color, and imagination to create artwork with a strong sense of place and character. Inspired by the Oregon Coast, historic harbors, classic cars, old service stations, and seaside communities, Thom creates art that feels both familiar and timeless. His collections include Oregon Coast landscapes, retro car art, fishing boat scenes, lighthouse wall art, surreal coastal fantasy, and vintage-inspired decor. Thom’s artwork is available as fine art prints, canvas prints, metal prints, acrylic prints, and home decor through his online galleries.

Friday, June 13, 2014

Whalen Island Oregon

Monday, June 9, 2014

Yaquina River And More

Friday, May 2, 2014

Seal Rock Oregon

Tuesday, April 22, 2014

Tulip Festival in Woodburn Oregon

Sunday, April 20, 2014

Visiting Jacksonville Oregon

Friday, April 18, 2014

What To Do In Jacksonville, Oregon

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