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Governor Kotek hosts demobilization ceremony for returning Oregon National Guard Soldiers (Photo)

SALEM, Ore. — Governor Tina Kotek and Brig. Gen. Alan Gronewold, Adjutant General, Oregon hosted a formal demobilization ceremony in Salem, Oregon for the unit members of the Oregon National Guard’s A (-) 641st Aviation on Sept. 9, 2024.During their mobilization they provided fixed-wing air capabilities in support of the Combined Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa and AFRICOM from Djibouti and throughout the AFRICOM Theater of operations.“Just over a year ago we gathered to see off an exceptional

Full Schedule and Local Keynote Announced for the People’s Coast Summit in Florence

October 8-9, Florence, OR The Oregon Coast Visitors Association is thrilled to announce the full agenda for the 2024 People’s Coast Summit, an annual end-of-season tourism gathering taking place from October 8-9 in Florence, OR. Keynote Highlight – October 9th... The post Full Schedule and Local Keynote Announced for the People’s Coast Summit in Florence appeared first on Oregon Coast Visitors Association.

World War II U.S. Army Pvt. William E. Calkins Repatriation (Photo)

<div><p>Released B-Roll: <a href="https://dvidshub.net/r/es7lpp">https://dvidshub.net/r/es7lpp</a></p><p>Portland, Ore. - The remains of World War II U.S. Army Pvt. William E. Calkins were brought home to his Oregon relatives with planeside honors Friday, Sept. 6, 2024, at Portland International Airport. He will be laid to rest Sept. 13 at noon at Fir Lawn Memorial Park in Hillsboro.<br><br> </p></div>

New Mobi-mat Installed in Florence at Heceta Beach Park, Expanding Accessibility on the Oregon Coast

This Labor Day weekend marked another milestone for accessibility on the Oregon Coast with the installation of a new Mobi-mat at Heceta Beach Park in Florence. This is the second Mobi-mat to be installed on the coast this summer as... The post New Mobi-mat Installed in Florence at Heceta Beach Park, Expanding Accessibility on the Oregon Coast appeared first on Oregon Coast Visitors Association.

New Mobi-mat Installed in Florence at Heceta Beach Park, Expanding Accessibility on the Oregon Coast

Whale of a Tale: Crisis Communications Keynote Announced for the People’s Coast Summit

October 8-9, Florence, OR The Oregon Coast Visitors Association is thrilled to announce agenda additions to the 2024 People’s Coast Summit, an annual end-of-season tourism gathering taking place from October 8-9 in Florence, OR. Keynote – October 9th at 12:30... The post Whale of a Tale: Crisis Communications Keynote Announced for the People’s Coast Summit appeared first on Oregon Coast Visitors Association.

Gravel Biking on the Oregon Coast

As a new style in the cycling world, gravel riding has exploded in popularity across the country. Defined by its versatility, gravel biking allows riders to traverse a variety of less trafficked, nontechnical terrains that deliver ample opportunity for solitude, scenery and a variety of distances. Visitors find gravel riding perfect for mountainous states like Oregon due to the abundance of trails and nearly 30,000 national forest service roads in the state, where cyclists can explore for miles.

Marine Experiences Your Whole Family Will Love

If you and your kids want to learn about marine life, the Oregon Coast has you covered. You’ll find everything from aquariums with kid-friendly touch pools to interactive museums that uncover some of the ocean’s many mysteries. One must-see is Newport’s Oregon Coast Aquarium, which features a new giant Pacific octopus habitat designed to resemble a natural seafloor. “The wraparound viewing window gives guests the chance to see the octopus as it feeds, plays and displays its colorful camouflage,”

A Dog-Friendly Coastal Road Trip

With 363 miles of pristine coastline, the Oregon Coast is a dream vacation for beach-loving dogs. In addition to long stretches of sandy shores for splashing, your dog can sniff along fragrant evergreen trails that lead to ocean views, then chill on a friendly restaurant patio. Here are some ideas to map out your next coastal quest with your best buddy. For a place to stay, choose a dog-friendly hotel on the Coast. The post A Dog-Friendly Coastal Road Trip appeared first on Oregon Coast Visitor

Former National Guard Chief Honored in Southern Oregon Ceremony (Photo)

MEDFORD, Ore. — Retired General Daniel R. Hokanson, the 29th Chief of the National Guard Bureau, was honored Saturday in a ceremony at the Medford Armory, celebrating his 38-year military career and deep ties to Oregon.The ceremony, held on Aug. 17, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. in the Assembly Hall of the Medford Armory, came just weeks after Gen. Hokanson's official retirement from his position as a member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff on July 31.Gen. Hokanson, who previously served as the Adjutant Genera

Oregon National Guard Soldiers Participate in Mobilization Ceremony Ahead of Deployment to the Balkans (Photo)

Salem, Ore. - The mobilization ceremony for Soldiers from the Oregon Army National Guard’s 41st Infantry Brigade Combat Team (IBCT) was held today, Aug. 16, at the Salem Armory Auditorium. This event marked the start of their upcoming deployment with the NATO-led Kosovo Force (KFOR) for a year-long mission.During the ceremony, members of the 41st IBCT were honored as they prepared for their deployment, which is part of KFOR’s 34th rotation. Established to end the Kosovo War, KFOR was authorized

Gold Beach Rolls Out Mobi-mats as the First Recipient of OCVA Mobi-mat Accessibility Funding

Great news from the Gold Beach Visitors Center: Mobi-mats were rolled out this weekend with help from volunteers from Trailkeepers of Oregon! At the Oregon Coast Visitors Association, part of our mission is to increase access to our beautiful coast... The post Gold Beach Rolls Out Mobi-mats as the First Recipient of OCVA Mobi-mat Accessibility Funding appeared first on Oregon Coast Visitors Association.

Oregon National Guard Soldiers prepare for deployment to the Balkans

SALEM, Ore. – A mobilization ceremony for the Oregon Army National Guard’s 41st Infantry Brigade Combat Team (IBCT) will be held at the Salem Armory Auditorium, 2320 17th St NE, Salem, Oregon, at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, August 16, 2024, as Citizen-Soldiers prepare for a year-long mobilization.The unit will be mobilizing as part of the NATO-led Kosovo Force (KFOR) and will be participating in the 34th rotation of this mission, known as KFOR 34.KFOR was established in 1999 following the signing of U

Discover Disc Golf on the Oregon Coast

The Oregon Coast has it all. Surfing, paddling, hiking, biking, and — disc golf! Here’s another great outdoor activity to add to the endless ways to experience the coast. Today, courses pepper Oregon’s western flank, from Astoria to Brookings. Each... The post Discover Disc Golf on the Oregon Coast appeared first on Oregon Coast Visitors Association.

Ride the Dirt Wave 2024 Recap: A Year of Growth and Connection for the Coastal Mountain Biking Community

August 4th wrapped up the third and final event of the 2024 Ride the Dirt Wave (RTDW) race series, sponsored by the Oregon Coast Visitors Association! This year, riders came from all over Oregon and beyond to experience our coastal... The post Ride the Dirt Wave 2024 Recap: A Year of Growth and Connection for the Coastal Mountain Biking Community appeared first on Oregon Coast Visitors Association.

Oregon National Guard Soldiers mobilized for assignment to the Middle East (Photo)

FOREST GROVE, Ore. – Approximately 230 members of the Oregon Army National Guard’s 2nd Battalion, 218th Field Artillery Regiment were formally recognized during their mobilization ceremony held at Pacific University in Forest Grove, Oregon on August 9, 2024, as they prepared for a year-long mobilization in the Middle East.Prior to departing overseas, they will first undergo training at Fort Sill, Oklahoma to enhance their proficiencies on the equipment and systems that they will operate as the p

Strengthening Coastal Hospitality: Keynote and Workshop Announced for People’s Coast Summit

October 8-9, Florence, OR The Oregon Coast Visitors Association, taking place from October 8-9 in Florence, OR, is thrilled to announce the first in our lineup of keynote speakers for the annual People’s Coast Summit. Plenary Session – Keynote Strengthening... The post Strengthening Coastal Hospitality: Keynote and Workshop Announced for People’s Coast Summit appeared first on Oregon Coast Visitors Association.

Strengthening Coastal Hospitality: Keynote and Workshop Announced for People’s Coast Summit

Oregon National Guard Soldiers prepare for deployment to the Middle East

SALEM, Ore. – A mobilization ceremony for the Oregon Army National Guard’s 2nd Battalion, 218th Field Artillery Regiment will be held at Pacific University in Forest Grove, Oregon at 1:00 p.m., on August 9, 2024, as Soldiers prepare for a year-long mobilization. The unit will be mobilizing as part of Task Force DEFENDER, and will be conducting rocket, artillery, mortar and unmanned drone defense operations in the Middle East. Prior to departing overseas, they will first undergo training at Fort

August is Oregon Albacore Month, and we’re celebrating with 10 Days of Tuna!

Each day for the next 10 days, the Oregon Coast Visitors Association, Oregon Seafare, and Oregon Albacore Commission will post to social media using the hashtag #10daysoftuna. Why Tuna? Albacore tuna, known also as longfin tuna, has a long history... The post August is Oregon Albacore Month, and we’re celebrating with 10 Days of Tuna! appeared first on Oregon Coast Visitors Association.