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The Coastal Discovery Center at Camp Gray opened in 2016 to be the new home for OMSI’s coastal programs. Based on the success of OMSI’s other site, Hancock Field Station, in the 1960’s OMSI began the Science Safari camping programs to various locations along the Oregon Coast. Since then, OMSI’s coastal camps have always been about exploration and adventure. Between San Juan Island in Washington state, down to the Redwoods in Northern California, decades of OMSI campers have hiked, canoed, and explored the coast.
Nestled between Yaquina Bay and the expansive dunes of South Beach State Park, there are numerous opportunities to explore the wide range of ecosystems on the Oregon Coast. On a walk straight from the cabin door to the beach, campers investigate the connections between the ocean, geology, and ecology.
Housing
Housing
The staff shares a dorm-style staff house for the season. The house has a kitchen, full bathrooms, laundry, and wi-fi. Camp Gray is also close enough to town to receive cell phone reception.
Bedrooms come with twin beds, a desk and storage. Some staff might need to share a room depending on the season.
Weather
Weather
The Oregon coast is famous for its cloudy days and rainy weather, so staff should be prepared with proper rain gear and warm clothes. The temperature is usually between 50ºF and 75ºF but with high humidity, making many days and nights cold and damp.
Living in Newport
Living in Newport
The Oregon coast is famous for its cloudy days and rainy weather, so staff should be prepared with proper rain gear and warm clothes. The temperature is usually between 50ºF and 75ºF but with high humidity, making many days and nights cold and damp.
Camp Tour
Camp Tour
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