If you find yourself on the coast, you have a standing invite to dive into Oregon’s commercial fishing culture this summer. It’s free, guided dockside tours hosted by Oregon Sea Grant and Oregon State University Extension Service.
OSU Extension tells us these engaging walking tours offer a behind-the-scenes look at Oregon’s working waterfronts and teach folks how to source fresh, local seafood straight from the dock. Tour-goers will learn about sustainable fishing practices, explore vessels and gear, and may even meet some of the fishermen who bring Oregon seafood to market.
In Newport: Shop at the Dock Tours
Tours are offered on a first-come, first-served basis — no registration required.
Tours 9:30 am, 10 am, and 10:30 am:
- July 11, 12, 18, 25
- 1, 2
- Dock 5, Port of Newport, SW Bay Boulevard
- For groups of five or more, call (541) 648-6816 to arrange a custom tour
In Other Coastal Communities: Discover Oregon Seafood Tours
These tours do require advanced registration and they’re longer. Duration is 60 to 90 minutes, and the walking distance is up to a half mile. Bonus, these tours offer a free gift tote with local seafood resources.
Tours start at 10 am and 1 pm at these locations and dates:
- Ilwaco, Washington: Sept. 20
- Warrenton: Sept. 5, 12
- Garibaldi: Sept. 19
- Winchester Bay: Aug. 30
- Charleston: Aug. 29
- Port Orford: Aug. 22, Sept. 5
- Brookings: Aug. 23
To register for Discover Oregon Seafood Tours or for more information, visit the Seafood Tours page.
UPCOMING BLOOD DRIVES
Don’t wait – add a blood or platelet donation appointment to your summer calendar today by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App. Here’s three upcoming local blood drives…
- 7/8/2025: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., Kings Circle Church, 2110 NW Circle Blvd.
- 7/10/2025: 12:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., First Alternative Co-Op, 1007 SE 3rd Street
- 7/14/2025: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., Historical Old School, 4455 NE Highway 20
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