~ This entry was posted on June 29, 2011
The annual 2011 Sand Master Jam is coming up fast!! The Sand Master Park in Florence Oregon is hosting the longest running sandboard competition in the world… the Sand Master Jam! If you haven’t reserved lodging yet, here is a link for Florence vacation rental info.
This year will offer something very special above and beyond the exciting sandboard competition. World Sand Sculpt champion, Bill Dow, will be giving free sand sculpting lessons right here at Sand Master Park all day to all those interested in learning this fascinating art! But that’s not all… Three Rivers Casino is hosting and sponsoring the Big Air segment right at the casino itself to tie in a total area event for SAND LOVERS of all sorts!
Rail slides, slalom, drag races, sand sculpting and BIG AIR…
Saturday, July 16th~ the Jam will kick off at 2:00pm at Three Rivers Casino with crazy sandboard jumps and then will move on for slalom and drags and wind up at Sand Master Park for the final segment… rail slide competition.
But that’s not all…
Sunday, July 17th~ team sand sculpting competition for all those who learned the day before and wish to apply their new skills on sand. All of this is FREE! (No cost to participate or spectate)
If you are interested in competing at sandboarding OR learning to sand sculpt and can put together a team of three people to build your sand master piece call Sand Master Park and register ASAP!!
This Oregon Coast event information is provided by:
Sand Master Park
5351 Hwy 101
Florence, OR USA 97439
541.997.6006
~ Thanks & have fun AT THE BEACH!
~ This entry was posted on June 17, 2011
While traveling on the Central Oregon Coast you can now enjoy your vacation home without preparing meals! A Posto Personal Chef Services create delectable dining experiences to be enjoyed by yourself, or celebrated with family or friends, right in the comfort of your own Oregon Coast vacation rental home!
A Posto Personal Chef Services LLC of Newport, Oregon offers personal chef services for preparing delicious meals selected by you made from the incredible bounty of the Oregon Coast like the fresh produce found at the Lincoln County based farmers’ markets or the variety of local seafoods caught right off the coast. Their personal chefs create custom menu plans using healthy and whole foods that are seasonal, sustainable, and affordable.

Photo Compliments~ A Posto Personal Chef Services
Why Use a Personal Chef?
Stay out of the kitchen during your summer fun on the Oregon Coast (Pacific City to Florence) and let them take care of the cooking! Take advantage of a Summer Special available May 16 – August 31, 2011~ For $300.00, their personal chefs will prepare five four-portion meals in your vacation rental property that you and your friends or family can enjoy anytime during your stay. This special offer includes all ingredients, menu planning, shopping, preparation, packaging/labeling, and clean-up. The best part is you decide what you want made and then you get to eat it when you want!
If you have any questions concerning their Summer Special Service Offering, please contact Pati D’Eliseo at 971-506-6695 or Bruce Birt at 541-270-5387 or email: chef@apostochefs.com
~ Thanks & have fun AT THE BEACH!
~ This entry was posted on June 9, 2011

Westport Sunset Compliments of Vacations By the Sea~
Westport Washington is a town built on fishing and steeped in history… you can climb Washington’s Tallest Lighthouse, watch the migrating gray whales, visit their new coastal Westport Winery, discover the Cranberry Coast, take a surfing lesson, bike the Lighthouse Dune Trail, try stand up paddling or kayaking on the quiet tidal flats of Grays Harbor, or simply enjoy a walk on the beach to see what treasures you can find.
Explore all these from Vacations by the Sea vacation rental condos! Their one bedroom units start at only $159/night and their two bedroom units start at $179/night, making this an affordable indulgence. These luxury one and two bedroom condos are just a short two hour drive from downtown Seattle and three hours from Portland. Vacations by the Sea located in Westport Washington is the most modern and closest vacation resort to the beach, you will be staying literally steps away from the surf!
Festivals are a great way to enjoy the small town ambiance that makes Westport special… here’s a quick list of events:
April~ World Famous Crab Race
June~ Rusty Scuppers Pirate Daze (be sure to bring your four legged family members along for the Salty Dog costume contest)
Fourth of July~ at the Maritime Museum (and some amazing unsanctioned fireworks displays on the beaches)
August~ Westport Art Festival
After Labor Day~ Washington Coast’s Largest Community Swap Meet that stretches from Tokeland to Westport
*This information is provided by Vacations by the Sea please visit their website for details
~Thanks & have fun AT THE BEACH!