Field Trips

LOCAL FIELD TRIPS

Field trips will occur on Wednesday afternoon, October 4. Choose your field trip option when you register for the meeting, to make changes to your field trip selection contact megan.kleibacker@oregonstate.edu. It's fall in Oregon, be prepared for rainy weather!

1. Explore Quests: Quests are clue directed hunts that combine educational experiences in fun and interactive ways. Learn about the applications of this creative Oregon Sea Grant outreach tool, and then try out a local Quest for yourself!

2. Walking Tour of Historic Downtown Astoria: Grab your walking shoes and learn about the history of Astoria and its unique architecture, ranging from Victorian to Art Deco, during this guided tour. Be prepared for a few hills!

3. Cape Disappointment: Cross the expansive Astoria-Megler Bridge to the state of Washington and visit the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center at Cape Disappointment. The center has spectacular views, hiking trails, a lighthouse, and is a great place to learn the history of the area. Be prepared for a short, steep walk up to the Interpretive Center.

4. Cannon Beach: visit the iconic Haystack Rock and coastal town. Plan to spend time on the beach with a naturalist from the Haystack Rock Awareness program or explore some of the local shops.