When minus tides arrive in spring and summer it's time to break out your rubber boots and take advantage of tidepool season on the Oregon Coast. In Lincoln City, visitors can explore colorful intertidal environments and see fascinating tidepool creatures with local experts from Hatfield Marine Science Center.
Some of these dates may be cancelled in an effort to curb the spread of the recent COVID-19 outbreak. Visit the event's website for more information.
The group begins with an overview of intertidal communities living in the turbulent places between land and sea. Local guides will then take you on a tidepool tour to explore and identify local marine life such as sea stars, anemones, urchins and other colorful creatures.
Tidepool Exploriences is a free program, aimed at making the most of your tidepool adventure. Registration is not required; to participate meet at NW 15th Street beach access. Programs last about one hour; dates and times are listed below.
2020 Tidepool Exploriences Dates and Times
May 23 – Saturday, 8am
June 7 – Sunday, 8am
June 10 – Wednesday, 10am
June 23 – Tuesday, 9am
June 27 – Saturday, 11am
July 5 – Sunday, 8am
July 7 – Tuesday, 9am
July 10 – Saturday, 10am
Read about the instructors, what gear to bring and safety tips at: Explore Lincoln City Tidepools
Experience an Authentic Oregon Coast Tidepool Adventure in Lincoln City
Published: 03/31/2020
Photo by Gary Hayes
When the sea pulls back during spring and summer minus tide times visitors can get a guided tour and learn from local experts about Lincoln City's inter tidal zone and the fascinating tidepool creatures living on Oregon's rocky shore.
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Published: 03/31/2020
Photo by Gary Hayes
When the sea pulls back during spring and summer minus tide times visitors can get a guided tour and learn from local experts about Lincoln City's inter tidal zone and the fascinating tidepool creatures living on Oregon's rocky shore.
When minus tides arrive in spring and summer it's time to break out your rubber boots and take advantage of tidepool season on the Oregon Coast. In Lincoln City, visitors can explore colorful intertidal environments and see fascinating tidepool creatures with local experts from Hatfield Marine Science Center.
Some of these dates may be cancelled in an effort to curb the spread of the recent COVID-19 outbreak. Visit the event's website for more information.
The group begins with an overview of intertidal communities living in the turbulent places between land and sea. Local guides will then take you on a tidepool tour to explore and identify local marine life such as sea stars, anemones, urchins and other colorful creatures.
Tidepool Exploriences is a free program, aimed at making the most of your tidepool adventure. Registration is not required; to participate meet at NW 15th Street beach access. Programs last about one hour; dates and times are listed below.
2020 Tidepool Exploriences Dates and Times
May 23 – Saturday, 8am
June 7 – Sunday, 8am
June 10 – Wednesday, 10am
June 23 – Tuesday, 9am
June 27 – Saturday, 11am
July 5 – Sunday, 8am
July 7 – Tuesday, 9am
July 10 – Saturday, 10am
Read about the instructors, what gear to bring and safety tips at: Explore Lincoln City Tidepools
Some of these dates may be cancelled in an effort to curb the spread of the recent COVID-19 outbreak. Visit the event's website for more information.
The group begins with an overview of intertidal communities living in the turbulent places between land and sea. Local guides will then take you on a tidepool tour to explore and identify local marine life such as sea stars, anemones, urchins and other colorful creatures.
Tidepool Exploriences is a free program, aimed at making the most of your tidepool adventure. Registration is not required; to participate meet at NW 15th Street beach access. Programs last about one hour; dates and times are listed below.
2020 Tidepool Exploriences Dates and Times
May 23 – Saturday, 8am
June 7 – Sunday, 8am
June 10 – Wednesday, 10am
June 23 – Tuesday, 9am
June 27 – Saturday, 11am
July 5 – Sunday, 8am
July 7 – Tuesday, 9am
July 10 – Saturday, 10am
Read about the instructors, what gear to bring and safety tips at: Explore Lincoln City Tidepools
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