Oregon Beaches and Dunes Presentation Series
Learn about the ecology, history, and land use policies for beaches and dunes
SALEM - The Department of Land Conservation and Development’s Oregon Coastal Management Program (OCMP) is teaming up with various organizations in the coastal and valley regions to co-host a series of presentations about Oregon’s unique beach and dune environments. The series will begin in May and continue throughout the summer. Everyone is welcome to attend.
During the presentations, information will be shared about the importance of Oregon’s beaches and dunes and how they have changed over time. The beaches and dunes of the Oregon coast make up about 72% (or 262 miles) of the coastline and have undergone intense periods of change over the last 100 years, due to both natural and human-caused processes. Some of the factors contributing to change are: the rapid expansion of non-native beach grasses; development and management activities in foredune areas; rising sea levels and increased storm activity; and substantial shoreline changes around estuaries controlled by jetties.
The presentation will dive into some of these changes, while highlighting the many benefits of Oregon’s beaches and dunes. Beaches and dunes provide a buffer against erosion and flooding, store blue carbon, and provide essential habitat. An overview of the state policies aimed at protecting the values of beaches and dunes, as well as reducing exposure of people and development to coastal hazards will also be discussed.
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Date
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Time
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Location
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6/15/2023 (Thursday)
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7 to 8 p.m.
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Fort George Brewery1483 Duane St, Astoria, OR 97301
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6/20/2023 (Tuesday)*
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6 to 7 p.m.
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Hatfield Marine Science Center2030 SE Marine Science Dr, Newport, OR 97365
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7/11/2023 (Tuesday)
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6 to 7 p.m.
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Portland (Location - TBD)
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7/13/2023 (Thursday)
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5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
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Curry Public Library94341 3rd St., Goal Beach, OR 97444
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7/14/2023 (Friday)
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12:45 to 1:45 p.m.
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Chetco Community Public Library405 Alder St., Brookings, OR 97415
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9/06/2023 (Wednesday)*
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6 to 7 p.m.
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Old World Deli341 SW 2nd St, Corvallis, OR 97333
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*Indicates hybrid presentation
OCMP invites community members to attend any of these in-person presentations. Each meeting will follow a similar agenda. Additional event details can be found at the Oregon King Tides website at https://oregonkingtides.net/events/. Registration is not required to attend.
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