RiverCal – Events in the Siuslaw RegionRiverCal – Events in the Siuslaw Region
McKenzie River Trust is hosting a “Connect with the Land Tour” on Saturday, April 26 from 9:00 to 11:00 AM at the Oregon Dunes Day Use Area. Registration is required and space is limited. Use this link to register: https://give.mckenzieriver.org/…/secrets-of-the…/e673319.
The Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area is one of the largest expanses of temperate coastal sand dunes in the world. Join us for a guided hike with members of the Oregon Dunes Restoration Collaborative (ODRC) to learn about hte history and geology of this special place. ODRC members Dina Pavlis (dunes enthusiast and author) and Armand Rebischke (Restoration Botanist, Siuslaw National Forest) will take us through the forest and across open sand, sharing about the history and geology of the Oregon dunes. Dina and Armand will discuss how the dunes formed, the importance of the open sand habitat, why open sand is disappearing, and the efforts in place to try to save it. Additionally, you will explore a ghost forest, learn about the native plants and animals that call the dunes “home,” and discover the important benefits of the open sand habitat.
This hike will traverse sand that may be soft in some locations. There will be some elevation gains during the hike (with a short rest time/talk after each elevation gain). Closed-toe shoes, sunscreen, water, and snacks are recommended. Dress for the weather (layers recommended; bring rain gear if showers are predicted).
The Oregon Dunes Restoration Collaborative works to collaboratively support, guide and promote Oregon dunes restoration and the preservation of the open sand habitat that benefits the plants, animals and people who live and play in this special place.
From Florence, OR take Highway 101 south 11.4 miles. Look for the Oregon Dunes Day Use Area sign. Turn right (west) into the parking area.
From Reedsport, OR take Highway 101 north 11.5 miles. Look for the Oregon Dunes Day Use Area sign. Turn left (west) into the parking area.
Parking: A day use pass ($5.00) is required for this event. The pass may be purchased and printed ahead of time for your vehicle by going to this site: Siuslaw National Forest Site Pass in Oregon – Recreation.gov. A Northwest Forest Pass, Oregon Pacific Coast Pass, Interagency Annual Pass, or an Interagency Senior Pass may also be used instead of the day use pass.
