Please wear sturdy shoes and dress for variable coastal weather. Parking is adjacent to the park and surfaces are gravel, wood chip and grass. This park is owned by the City of Manzanita and home to Elk, roaming Cougar and other wildlife. It is stewarded by the Lower Nehalem Trust with the help of the community.
Directions to Elk Meadows Park: Turn south off of Hwy. 101 onto Bayside Gardens Road. Take the last right turn onto Neptune Way. Park is at the end of Neptune Way on the Left
We appreciate you, your family, and friends celebrating this important time of year right along with us!
Follow the QR code for all the details!
Mark it on your calendar. Come join us for the North Coast Veterans for Peace meeting. Lots to talk about. The following is the info you’ll need for the VFP meeting:
Thursday – April 10th
Time – 10:30 am PST
Place – Manzanita library – 571 Laneda Ave
Everyone is invited, you need not be a veteran to attend. Really looking forward to seeing everybody.
If you can’t make it in person, you can always zoom via the following link
Veterans for Peace is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Join Zoom Meeting
us06web.zoom.us/j/87254740556?pwd=7rvDylDeoWZEIwrmAyp05UnohIGDm8.1
Meeting ID: 872 5474 0556
Passcode: 333942
Brian
$40
In Manzanita.
Text/call: 503-440-8076
Join our Spring Renewal Yoga & Sound Bath event at Nehalem’s Sea Dream studio!
This experience is designed to be a self-healing salve for our times, held on the full moon in April. The world is intense now; let’s open up and blossom anyways, like flowers do.
Guided by Sea Dream owner/founder April Clark, enjoy…
*Soft & strengthening yoga for all bodies; especially nourishing for recovery from birth-giving, injury, and chronic pain.
*Crystal singing bowl sound bath during savasana, coupled with (optional) aromatherapy and guided visualization.
*April will also guide you through a visualization with positive affirmations!
Sign Up: www.SeaDreamScheduling.as.me/SpringRenewal
We also invite you to check out the many classes (including NEW WEEKLY VINYASA CLASSES) and yoga workshops, breath work journeys, and more that we’ve got going on in our little studio by the river.
AND Sea Dream T-shirts are available for purchase inside of REVIVAL or in our studio after class! We really have something for everybody this month (at a range of prices). We hope to see you soon!
Moderator Terry Brooks will be joined by Pauls Toutonghi, Rene Denfeld, Joe Wilkins, Kerry Newberry and Shawn Speakman.
These group discussions are always illuminating as writers of different styles and genres compare and contrast not only the ways they work but their experiences in the industry to boot. Audience questions will also be taken.
There’s also coffee and pastries! Really, how could you go wrong?
If you’ve ever been curious about Get Lit at the Beach this is the way to find out what it’s all about. And… again, it’s totally free! Come on down to the Coaster Theatre this Sunday, March 13th, at 10am.
Learn more about the entire weekend of events at:
www.getlitatthebeach.com
Wheeler is slated to build a demonstration section of the trail this summer. Our neighbor to the south, Rockaway Beach, is preparing to develop a much longer trail through their town. Over time, the trails are envisioned to “grow together” to create a continuous path to connect our communities, provide a way for kids to ride bikes to school, attract tourism, and get hikers and bikers off of 101 along the coast.
The 82-mile-long trail will eventually connect the coast to the valley and provide a recreational opportunity for outdoor enthusiasts. Work on the east side has begun and rail beds have been converted to trails that will connect to other regional trails such as Banks/Vernonia, a popular biking path west of the Metro area.
To learn more and how you can help develop the trail visit salmonberrytrail.org/
Salmonberry Trail Foundation Awarded $62,474 Grant to Support Trail
Development in Wheeler
Wheeler, OR —April 8, 2025 — The Salmonberry Trail Foundation has been awarded
a $62,474 grant through the 2024–25 Tillamook Coast Visitors Association (TCVA)
Tourism Facilities Grant Program. The funding will support the development of a
demonstration segment of the Salmonberry Trail in Wheeler—a project focused on
safety, connectivity, and community impact.
Located on the Port of Tillamook Bay right-of-way, the 1,800-foot gravel trail will parallel
the Oregon Coast Scenic Railway (OCSR) tracks. Developed in partnership with the
City of Wheeler, the Salmonberry Trail Foundation, and OCSR with input from the Port
of Tillamook Bay (PoTB), local neighbors, businesses, and the Lower Nehalem
Community Trust (LNCT), the trail aims to enhance pedestrian safety, encourage
downtown walkability, and serve as a model for future segments of the Salmonberry
Trail.
“This project is a small but powerful example of what’s possible when communities work
together,” said Gavin Mahaley, Communications and Development Director at the
Salmonberry Trail Foundation. “We’re proud to help make Wheeler more walkable,
connected, and welcoming for residents and visitors alike.”
In addition to the trail itself, the project includes a concrete platform just south of
Hemlock Street where Oregon Coast Scenic Railway (OCSR) riders can safely
disembark in Wheeler. Along the trail, interpretive signage will share the ecological,
geological, historical, and cultural significance of the area, including Botts Marsh, which
the trail overlooks, providing visitors with both a scenic view and a deeper
understanding of the area.
Funding for the grant was made possible through a partnership between Tillamook
County and the TCVA. In addition to TCVA’s generous contribution, the project will be
supported by in-kind work and community donations.
“This demonstration segment in Wheeler shows how a thoughtfully designed trail can
support local economies, protect sensitive environments, and create meaningful
experiences for both visitors and locals,” said Karen Matthews, Council President,
Wheeler City Council.
Trail construction is expected to begin in Summer of 2025, with the City of Wheeler and
the Salmonberry Trail Foundation managing the project and its future maintenance.
About the Salmonberry Trail Foundation
The Salmonberry Trail Foundation is a nonprofit organization working to build the
82-mile Salmonberry Trail—from the Tualatin Valley to the Oregon Coast—connecting
communities through shared history, nature, and movement.
(((Please NO EMAILs)))
CALLS ONLY Please!
Good Morning Nehalem
I’m a local, a father of 3 and trying to pick up some extra (local) work.
Available in Nehalem/ Manzanita/ Wheeler /Miami Foley
If you have any projects needing attention.
Well then, I’m you guy!
I have many skills & wear many hats.
My skills include:
*Yard work (Large Properties and small I have my own equipment)
*Painting (interior/ exterior/ cars/ toys)
*Heavy Equipment Operater
*Gutters
*Skilled Car Mechanic
*Licensed driver
*Transporter
* Errand runner
*Pet Sitter & Walker
and Lots more!
If you have something in mind that’s not listed…
just ask me.
Most likely I’m your man!
Have a wonderful day!
Looking forward to working for you.
Call to discuss jobs
Landline:
(971)324-0149
~~~~ NO EMAILS!~~~~
Im a old OG dad that relays on his daughter’s to help him with emails and BBQ posts
(haha I’m trying to learn but my progress is slow)
so please just give me a call
(971)324-0149
Will throw in some cute sheets.
Selling ALL for $150- you move
Holly
(503)799-5758
Sunday, April 13 – IdeaFest
12:00-3:00
Heart of Cartm, in our new Creative Space
Want to be IN the Trashion Show? We can help make your dreams come true. Come play, plan, and get inspired. No need to sign up. Bring materials and friends—or come looking for both!
May 15–18 – Trash Bash Art Festival
White Clover Grange Hall, Nehalem
The beloved, annual celebration of resourcefulness and creative reuse you don’t want to miss! Tickets are live now—presale are just $20 for access to three amazing events. Buy online and gather with us!
CAPE LOOKOUT STEWARDSHIP DAY – FRIDAY, APRIL 18
Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS will kick off the Earth Week celebration at Cape Lookout State Park with our second Stewardship Day of the season on Friday, April 18th, from 2:00pm-5:00pm. WEBS will once again be partnering with the park to offer opportunities to give back, maintain our natural areas, and restore healthy coastal landscapes. Volunteers, along with WEBS and park staff, will be planting a brand-new pollinator garden, to create habitat for native species and add a burst of color for visitors to enjoy. We will be planting Common Yarrow, Beach Daisy, Western Columbine, and more! Additional projects will include planting trees in the campground to replace those that did not survive from our original plantings, and continuing our work to keep the ivy at bay.
Activities are designed to accommodate a variety of skill levels. Families are welcome.
What to Bring:
Water bottle and snacks
Long pants and sturdy boots
Rain gear and layers to stay warm and comfortable working on the Oregon Coast
Work gloves, hand pruners, shovels, and trowels if you have them! (WEBS will also provide tools)
NETARTS/OCEANSIDE EARTH DAY BEACH CLEANUP – SATURDAY, APRIL 19
Our annual Earth Day Beach Cleanup is the next day, Saturday April 19th, from 9:30am to 1:00 pm. Spring offers the perfect opportunity for us to unite as a community and protect our coastal ecosystems by cleaning up litter and marine debris from our beaches. Join WEBS, SOLVE and partners as we kick off this year’s event with warm drinks on the deck of the Schooner Restaurant!
Get more information about both events and find a link to register on our website at: www.netartsbaywebs.org/events
Consider donating:
Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS is committed to offering high-quality, nature-based events led by experts, while also reducing the financial barrier of outdoor recreation. We do this by offering our events and programs at no cost to participants.
Your donation helps in supporting the work of our organization. Every little bit helps! As a non-profit organization, we rely on donations and grants to keep us going, and growing.
If you would like to donate, please visit our website.
WEBS and partners are hosting this event as part of the Explore Nature series of hikes, walks, paddles, and outdoor adventures. Led by a consortium of volunteer community and non-profit organizations, these meaningful nature-based experiences highlight the unique beauty of Tillamook County and the work being done to preserve and conserve the area’s natural resources and natural resource-based economy. Learn more about Explore Nature at www.explorenaturetillamookcoast.com.
Stay social with Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS online @netartsbaywebs
Holly
(503)799-5758
Marilyn Milne and her family experienced the “war,” which took place throughout the 1960s. A story not well known outside Tillamook County, yet it had a lasting impact, particularly in the Nehalem Valley.
Marilyn will be signing books at the event – be sure not to miss this fascinating presentation. Saturday, April 26, 3:30pm at North County Recreation District. Hosted by Nehalem Valley Historical Society.
At the White Clover Grange, HWY 53
$10-$20 cash check or venmo @nknspiritdance
(kids are welcome to dance for free)
**no one turned away for lack of funds**
*This is a free-form movement and dance experience. No previous dance experience needed.
*All are welcome – Family friendly events – Come as you are.
*Connections are an option, be clear with your yes or no, verbal or nonverbal.
*Flow toys are welcome!
*Bring a water bottle and layers.
*Bring kindness and respect for yourself and others and your willingness to explore and to dive into the ecstasy of spirit available through movement
Currently, Monday morning April 7th, parking lots are open at NCRD, and likely parking lots will be open tomorrow, Tuesday April 8th. The contractors are preparing for the paving which will hopefully happen later this week – Thursday April 10th – or early next week (Monday April 14, Tuesday April 15), depending upon the weather, and will impact all the parking areas.
During the closures, patrons are asked to park at the downtown Nehalem parking lot, at the pickleball courts or the Nehalem Bay Methodist Church – and the WAVE bus will provide free rides to NCRD.
When the parking lots are closed, look for the signage at the parking areas. The Tillamook County Transportation District/The Wave Route 3 bus will provide a fare-free deviation as it travels north and south through Nehalem. Each trip will travel off route to serve the pickleball courts, the parking lot at Hwy. 101 and 7th Street, and the Nehalem Methodist Church lots and take customers to NCRD; then pick up at NCRD and reverse the extra stops along the route. Look for the sandwich boards in each location for the WAVE NCRD bus. Patrons should be at the lots a few minutes before those scheduled times and can board for free after telling the driver they wish to go to NCRD.
Here are the times each Route 3 trip is scheduled to be in Nehalem: 5:53a, 6:15, 8:58, 10:00, 10:58, 12:00noon, 1:38p, 2:00p, 3:28p, 4:30p, 7:13p and 8:15p
A reminder that NCRD is still an active construction zone – no parking in the lower lot by the new aquatics center, and obey all NO PARKING signage. Please bring your patience with you when parking at NCRD and be respectful of the neighbors by not blocking driveways or entrances. If you can carpool to classes or events, please do so to lessen the impacts. Do not utilize the City rights-of-way as parking spaces, especially on the east side of 9th Street. There are cones and signage, please do not remove the cones/signage, and obey the restrictions.
There are likely to be some changes to the paving schedule and we may have to close the parking lots to accommodate equipment, and preparations for the paving and striping.
“We appreciate the patience – we’ll say it again – of our patrons and our neighbors as we negotiate the final stages of the construction of the new Aquatics Center,” said Justin Smith, Executive Director.
If you have questions, please call 855-444-6273, or go to www.ncrd.org.
