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Free Explorience or Private Tour? Here’s How to Choose

People ask me what the real difference is between the free Explore Lincoln City Beachcombing Explorience and a private tour.

The short answer is

Honored to Be Featured: Makers, Creators, and Eco-Warriors of Lincoln City

When the Lincoln County Leader published its recent feature, “Makers, Creators, Community Anchors: The Heart of Lincoln City,” I was genuinely honored to be included among the craftspeople and educators who help shape this coastal community. Lincoln City has always drawn people who live close to the land and sea—people who create, restore, and teach through their connection to place...

How True Rockhounds Comb Oregon Beaches for Agates and Other Treasures

"The Oregon coast is known for all kinds of natural beauty. Seashells, however, are not one of them. But that doesn’t stop crowds from coming to the coast to search the sand for that one special something. And here, that typically means a rock.

“We don’t find a lot of seashells because the ocean is rough, and also because seashells use their color to communicate,” said Laura Joki, a local rock expert based in Lincoln City. “Here, because the ocean is big and mean and ugly, not only do they have thick shells and are not trying to communicate, but they are trying to hide.”

🗺️ Our Oregon Rockhounding Map Just Got Better — Fossils Included!

💖Big news, rockhounds!

😃We’ve just updated our Best Beaches for Rockhounding in Oregon map… and guess what?

🦖Fossil locations are officially on the map! 🦖

We know you're always chasing that next agate, jasper, or beach-worn beauty—but now you can also hunt for fossilized treasures straight from Oregon’s prehistoric past. From ancient shells to petrified wood, these spots are perfect for adding a little ancient mystery to your next coastal adventure.

King Tides: The Truths, Myths, and Adventures Waiting to Happen

The allure of King Tides is undeniable. Every year, coastal enthusiasts, rockhounds, and thrill-seekers alike ask, "Can I rockhound during King Tides?" The short answer is yes... kinda! But as with most things involving the ocean, there's a mix of fact and fiction to sift through before you lace up your boots and head to the shore. So let’s break it down, myth by myth, fact by fact, to help you make the most of these powerful natural events while staying safe.

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