Free hike of Bayocean spit set | Community … – Tillamook Headlight-Herald

Hike along Bayocean Spit Road, learn about coastal bays and estuaries, and discover the history of a lost town Saturday.

The guided hike is part of the Explore Nature series of hikes, walks, paddles and outdoor adventures. Hosted by a consortium of volunteer community and non-profit organizations, these meaningful nature-based experiences highlight the unique beauty of Tillamook County and the work being done to preserve and conserve the areas natural resources and natural resource-based economy, according to organizers.

The unique four-mile journey is an easy to moderate walk that winds along and over dunes at the intersection of the ocean and Tillamook Bay. Expect to navigate through puddles and mud, scamper up sand banks, and navigate around storm washed trees.

The event is free and open to the public. The hike will be led by Chrissy Smith of Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS and Kristen Penner of Garibaldi Cultural Heritage Initiative.

Experience the unique story of this coastline, the story of a long lost town buried beneath the salal, and learn about new efforts to preserve Tillamooks historical legacies. Join organizers in discovering the natural wonders and history of this special place.

Hike is scheduled from 1-4 p.m. Saturday.

There are no bathrooms or drinking water facilities on this hike. Organizers request hikers to bring water and snacks.

Weather on the Oregon Coast is unpredictable and trails can be slick and muddy, be prepared and bring appropriate gear and clothing.

The hike is described as an easy to moderate four-mile hike over flat gravel road, sand, moderate to steep sand dunes.

The hike will be at Bayocean Peninsula County Park near Cape Meares. The park is a 20 minute drive from downtown Tillamook. Please register for driving directions.

There is no charge to participate. Tax-exempt donations to Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS to enable programs like this are encouraged, but not required.

Registration is required and available at EventBrite.com. For a link to the registration page, visit netartsbaytoday.org or the Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS Facebook Event page.

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