Meet Mark and Linda Lytle of Pacific City Fishing! In this episode, host Dan Haag chats with the Lytles about the rich history and culture of fishing in Pacific City, focusing on Dory boat fishing. Mark and Linda share their experiences, the unique aspects of fishing in the area, and the importance of community and conservation. They discuss the educational component of their business, memorable fishing stories, and their commitment to providing a top-notch experience for guests. Mark and Linda also share their vision for the future of fishing in Pacific City and the joy it brings to families and individuals alike.

Learn More:

• Pacific City Fishing

• Dory Fishing

• Pacific City

• Rockfish

• Lingcod

• Twist Winery

• Pacific City Fishing on Facebook

• Pacific City Fishing on YouTube

• Viral Crab Cleaning Video

Credits:

• Hosted by Nicole Steen

• Music by ⁠⁠Eric Sappington & Mercury Coast⁠⁠

• Edited by ⁠⁠Jon Richardson⁠
  

On this episode, Dan Haag, the Director of Trails, Outdoor Recreation, and Accessibility for the Tillamook Coast Visitors Association, shares insights about his role and the importance of environmental stewardship. He discusses partnerships with local organizations, the impact of the Leave No Trace initiative, and the focus on accessibility in outdoor recreation. Dan also shares his personal favorites about living on the Tillamook Coast and highlights upcoming projects aimed at enhancing community engagement and environmental care.

HELPFUL LINKS:

• Lower Nehalem Community Trust

• Trailkeepers of Oregon

• Friends of Netarts Bay

• Trails Day

• Alder Creek Farm

• SOLVE

• Tillamook Estuaries Partnership (Listen to our episode with TEP’s Claudine Rehn!)

• Bird Alliance of Oregon

• Salmon Superhighway

• Leave No Trace

• Visit Bend

• City of Rockaway Beach

• City of Manzanita

• Empowering Access

• Travel Oregon

• Wheel of the World

• Destination Verified Tillamook Coast

• Davids Chair

• Tillamook Air Museum

• Tillamook Creamery

• Sitka Sedge

• Neah-Kah-Nie Overlook

• Visit Tillamook Coast on Facebook

• Visit Tillamook Coast Instagram

• Reach out to Dan - dan@tillamookcoast.com

• Tillamook Coast Pledge

Credits:

• Hosted by Nicole Steen

• Music by ⁠Eric Sappington & Mercury Coast⁠

• Edited by ⁠Jon Richardson⁠

On this episode, we have a thrilling conversation with Claudine Rehn, Deputy Director of the Tillamook Estuaries Partnership. After explaining what an estuary is, Claudine explains the unique habitats created by the confluence of freshwater and saltwater, the importance of salmon to the local ecosystem and economy, and the community-driven efforts to protect and restore these vital areas. The conversation also highlights the role of the Tillamook Estuary Partnership in promoting sustainable practices and connecting visitors to the natural beauty of the region through various programs, including water trails and tidepool excursions. Claudine also dives into various nature programs available on the Tillamook Coast, emphasizing the importance of community collaboration and stewardship. She highlights the significance of foraging and responsible practices while exploring intertidal ecosystems.

Helpful links:

• TEP

• Friends of Netarts Bay

• Water Trail Guides

• North Coast Land Conservancy

• Explore Nature Tillamook Coast

• The Four Seasons of Foraging

• Lower Nehalem Community Trust

• Nehalem Bay Watershed Council

• Tillamook Bay watersheds Council

• Nestucca Sand Lake Watershed Council

• Cartm Recycling/Reuse Nonprofit

• Garibaldi Boathouse

• Oregon Youth Authority

Credits:

• Hosted by Nicole Steen

• Music by Eric Sappington & Mercury Coast

• Edited by Jon Richardson