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Photographing a winter’s day

The North Coast is a photographer’s dream. Its dramatic sea stacks, marine species, wind-sculpted forests and angles of light…

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Reporting from the coast

For those who share a love of the coast, the connection is often spoken of as an act…

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Help us tell the Columbia-Pacific’s stories

Do you have a story to tell? Does it tell us something about the local arts and culture…

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Nominations open for Readers’ Choice Awards

This year’s Readers’ Choice Awards contest is now open. The ever-popular contest highlights the work of local businesses,…

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Your art could be in Our Coast magazine

Are you an artist working on the North Coast? Are you waiting for your next project? Our Coast…

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A bittersweet farewell

As anyone with a friend or family member in the military knows, the best laid plans often go…

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Use this paper wisely

Tis’ the season for ugly holiday sweaters, sparkly presents and twinkling light displays. But in all honesty, this…

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Enter the Coast Weekend Photo Contest

Calling all photographers, Coast Weekend wants to see your best work! The 2021 photo contest is open for…

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An important lesson about turtles

It’s an image no one wants to see on the beautiful beaches of the North Coast. A massive…

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Gift ideas from the North Coast

One of my favorite holiday movies is “Jingle All The Way.” If you haven’t seen the 90s flick,…

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