Having lived on Netarts bay (west of Tillamook) for a while, I can say that the Oregon coast is not totally benign. Netarts bay is the outlet of the Trask River, and the tidal current often runs faster than small outboard boats. The rocky shore no doubt breeds strong currents. There are seal cubbing grounds around Netarts/Oceanside, and those attract predators; few locals surf along that coast. Strong winds bring the odd board sailor to the coast, and provide slope soaring off of the cliffs. When the winds are strong enough, the flatlanders come over from Portland to watch the storms. The place is beautiful. bob phillips ex Oregonner *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List Submissions: paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net Subscriptions: paddlewise-request_at_lists.intelenet.net Website: http://www.gasp-seakayak.net/paddlewise/ ***************************************************************************Received on Fri Mar 26 1999 - 13:28:51 PST
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