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My husband and I spent two weeks driving the coast of Oregon this summer and heard several references to "winter storm watching" in Oregon. We are intriqued and seriously considering taking a week to go back during the winter. We are wondering what is the "best" time to do winter storm watching in Oregon and where? Thanks.
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The Top Ten Beaches of the Pacific Northwest
From sea stacks to orca whales, secluded beaches to popular surf spots, we bring you the best the coast of the great Pacific Northwest has to offer.
The Best North American Beginner Surf Spots
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Swellsville, USA
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Bare feet on hot sand. Surfboard on the waves. Lobster in the pot. A long, hot season to stay wet and never go back inside. summer starts here—don't let the screen door hit you on the way out.
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Gear

Check Out My Wood!
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How a carpentry-challenged nonsurfer built a classic wooden longboard with his own kook hands.
Women's Surfing
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Surfing
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Get dialed for summer's coolest sport
Complete Gear Archives: Surfing
From in-depth gear review articles and Gear Guy Q&A highlights to the latest—and past—entries in Outside magazine’s award-giving Summer and Winter Buyer’s Guides, a detailed overview of all things surfing.
Women’s Beach Gear Essentials
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Fitness

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Fittest Real Athletes – Kyle Daniels
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Win
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Wellness 2009
The Move
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Catch a wave with tips from pro surfer Damien Hobgood
Fit to Surf
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Attractions

Devil's Punch Bowl State Park

Good For Surfing

(eight miles north of Newport)
US Highway 101
Newport, Oregon 97365

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Cape Kiwanda

Good For Surfing

Pacific City, Oregon

Description: Catch Gas Chambers at Cape Kiwanda State Park to surf waves up to 12 feet high. Avoid the crowds. ... Read More

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Harris Beach State Park

Good For Surfing

1722 Arch Lane
Brookings, Oregon 97415

Description: Harris Beach State Park includes the largest island off the Oregon coast, Bird Island. Bird Island... Read More

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