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A Chinook Fishing Tale |
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7/27/2011 8:25:35 AM |
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 Last weekend I went white water rafting and had a rafting guide that pointed out many historical facts about the area we were rafting. One story he told us was about the Lewis and Clark Expedition. It wasn’t one I’d heard before and our guide told us that at one point the expedition had run out of food and they happened upon a tribe who offered them Chinook salmon. The group ate to their hearts content but then they were horribly sick (either they had eaten too much or the salmon was cooked in a way they weren’t used to eating). After that, many on the expedition refused to eat salmon (and at some point ate dog instead!). I’d always heard how they’d eaten Chinook salmon enthusiastically so this was news to me.
I love Chinook salmon and especially in the summer! Grilled salmon on the barbeque with a lemon glaze is amazing! Known as the "king salmon" in Alaska for its large size and flavorful flesh, the Chinook just happens to be the Oregon state fish – designated as such in 1961. Seaside, in fact, is a great place to get Chinook Salmon in the spring, late summer and fall. I’ve been planning another summer fishing trip and I’m so excited to enjoy the beautiful summer weather in Seaside while fishing for one of my favorite fish (I’m drooling thinking of smoked salmon too…yum!).
The Fall Chinook Season is for wild, non fin-clipped Chinook salmon and runs from August 1 – December 31. I’m planning to spend some time on the Necanicum River which is a body of water that feeds in and out of the Pacific Ocean – passing right through the heart of downtown Seaside. You can only catch one Chinook daily (with a limit of 10 over the course of a season), but an average mature Chinook is 10 to 50 pounds, which is quite a bit of fish!
I also have a recipe I’m going to try if I decide I don’t want barbeque. It’s called Lemon Cream Baked Salmon (I’ll share!).
Lemon Cream Baked Salmon
Arrange 3-4 salmon steaks (2 lbs.) in a buttered baking dish.
Mix 1 cup heavy cream, 5 teaspoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon minced onion,
dash of salt and pour over steaks.
Bake uncovered 25 minutes at 400° (or until fish flakes easily).
Spoon sauce over each serving and garnish with fresh parsley.
I do have a backup plan too. If I don’t have a successful trip I plan to still get my fill of salmon and other yummy items (including my favorite clam chowder) at Bell Buoy in Seaside. They’re located at the south end of Seaside, right on Highway 101. The address is 1800 S Roosevelt Drive but you can find them by their Bell Buoy sign! It’s still a few weeks away from August so you can start planning your Chinook fishing trip as well! Happy Fishing!
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Antiquing in Seaside |
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7/19/2011 4:13:45 PM |
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 Antiquing is a serious hobby and passion for many people. One of my favorite television shows, “American Pickers” on the History Channel, proves this. These two “pickers” go all over the nation looking through people’s collections, homes, garages, etc. to find antiques to sell (and sometimes keep for themselves). It’s a great show because it really educates the viewer on the rich historical significance behind antiques. Antiques can give us insight into how people lived, what was important to them and more insight into our history as a country (it’s a wonderful show!).
I love collecting children’s books so I’ve looked through many bookshops for just the perfect book, but I decided to do some antiquing in Seaside to see if I could find a new title to add to my collection. There are so many great shops in Seaside but I ended up at The Seaside Antique Mall, which is a block west of Highway 101 (between Roosevelt and Holladay) at 726 Broadway.
The Seaside Antique Mall has everything! Over 60 dealers occupy the expansive space that includes nearly 90 different collections. The mall features displays of American & European furniture; collectable glass, china and pottery; toys, books and jewelry. You’ll also find old magazines, photos and vintage advertisements – always very fun to look through. I found a wonderful little Mother Goose story to add to my collection of children’s books.
There are other great antique stores in Seaside to check out as well! China Collection at
402 Broadway, Cottage & Castles located at 501 S. Holladay and Seaside Antiques, positioned just east of Highway 101 at 1005 Broadway Street, are just a few.
Antiquing is an adventure. You have to be willing to lurk in dark corners, sift through garage sales and have an optimistic hope that you will find something in your search. Seaside is a great starting point and you can have a whole antiquing adventure right up to Astoria if you want a whole day dedicated to your search. Weekends are also a wonderful times for yard sales so be willing to stop and check them out (they usually want cash so make sure you visit your local ATM before you head out on your trip). I found a great silver candelabra today at a yard sale for just eight dollars! I felt just like a treasure hunter sifting through various items on sale.
The wonderful thing about antique stores is that they constantly update their wares so you can always check back to find new treasures to add to your collection.
Whatever you’re looking for remember to bring a sense of adventure, an open mind and allow yourself to enjoy your search for the perfect piece! Happy Hunting antiquers!
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Bruce's Candy Kitchen |
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7/5/2011 10:53:21 AM |
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 OK, so here’s my story…I love candy! Love it! Chocolate, gummy bears, peppermints, taffy, black licorice and lemon heads are just a few that I love! And Seaside has some amazing candy stores! Phillips Candies, Tom & Larry Candy and The Portland Fudge Company are among a few of the stores offering an abundance of lovely sugared options to please my sweet tooth. Bruce’s Candy Kitchen is another favorite candy store, but it’s located in Cannon Beach, so I was elated when I found out they were opening a second shop in Seaside.
The new Seaside store is located in the Seaside Outlet Mall (where the Rocky Mountain Candy Company store used to be located). My friend owned the previous shop and I was so happy to see another candy store open up in the mall. There’s nothing better than browsing in stores with candy in hand, plus I firmly believe you cannot have enough stores offering different and unique candy options.
If you have been to Bruce’s Candy Kitchen then you already know of their amazing reputation for delectable taffy, wonderful seasonal mixes (their Christmas one is my favorite), giant jawbreakers (and I mean giant!) and so many other tasty treats.
Today I headed over to their new Seaside store with my little sister to see what they had to offer and was greeted by their familiar pink and white colors. Rows of their homemade taffy (peanut butter chocolate is my absolute favorite), packaged candies, novelty candy, and a huge Jelly Belly display made my candy-loving heart very happy. Like the store in Cannon Beach, they also make dipped chocolates, fudge, brittles, amazing caramel apples and their popular caramel corn.
Bruce’s Candy Kitchen is a family-operated store that opened in 1962. Mark Truax, who is a co-owner of the business, believes the location is just the right fit. "The Factory Outlet Mall is away from downtown Seaside where they already have their share of candy stores," said Truax.
My sister and I bought peach gummy candy, peanut butter caramels and some chocolate-covered gummy bears. We tried a new Merlot taffy (which wasn’t my favorite) and a cookies and cream fudge (that was pretty amazing). We also checked out all the fun novelty candy and laughed at the giant gummy bears they sold.
One of my favorite things about a candy store is the pure joy on people’s faces when they walk into the store and see all the candy. You feel just like a kid deciding which treat to take with you. So everyone is in the store smiling, buying candy and enjoying the thrill of a well-chose candy. Bruce’s Candy Kitchen is truly a wonderful addition to Seaside!
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Nate (Seaside VB) |
2/1/2013 9:57:00 AM |
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Thanks for the comment Betty! yes indeed, you can in fact order candy from your home from Bruce's Candy Kitchen at their website: http://www.brucescandy.com/
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betty wells |
1/30/2013 2:51:46 PM |
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can i order candy from your store, from my home..??? i would love to come and visit your candy store and walk on the beach, but, a wheelchair probably wouldn't get very far..my husband and i talk about seaside going back to the sea..things have changed for us..lost left leg due to dr.bad choice..so if i could order thru the mail, would be appreciated...love candy....i would be your best customer, in fact, you would have to kick me out of your store at closing, couldn't decide what i wanted...in fact if wasn't for the wheelchair, i would love to work in your store...you could pay me in candy..really, my pay would be candy...well, thank you for taking time to read this, sure hope i can order from you and your store..good luck on your second store, may you be blessed above all blessings...betty
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Library Events… Jo Pomeroy-Crockett Art Exhibit |
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7/1/2011 3:04:35 PM |
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 Just because it’s summer doesn’t mean you can’t take opportunities to better yourself and your family. Summer fun can also be educational! I’m a huge advocate for hands-on learning. Seaside offers some wonderful educational and fun opportunities for the entire family.
One of my favorite things to do is to re-read classic Children’s Literature. I’ve been reading L.M. Montgomery’s works including her Anne series, “The Story Girl”, “The Blue Castle” and a few others that are so endearing that I’ve been laughing and crying. I am enjoying the all around loveliness of Montgomery’s works. The Seaside Library has been instrumental in getting those books. I’m on a limited budget so the library makes my summer reading list easy to get through.
Besides offering access to a limitless number of books, the children’s programming and guest speakers, the Library is also hosting an art exhibit. Beginning Tuesday June 28, the Seaside Public Library will host an art exhibit by local painter Jo Pomeroy-Crockett. The paintings will be displayed in the Community Room and foyer and the show will run through September 6.
Jo Pomeroy-Crockett creates in watercolor, pastel, mixed media and collage. In addition to her work as a freelance writer and educator, her painting offers opportunities to experiment with various techniques, approaches, and materials.
Pomeroy-Crockett, a native of Arizona and a happy transplant to Oregon, holds a Ph.D. She completed advanced work at Oxford University, Oxford, England and the University of Jordan (Ammon, Jordan). She taught undergraduate and graduate classes for Phoenix College, Northern Arizona University, and the University of Phoenix. She currently teaches watercolor and collage on the Oregon coast and writes children's books and articles for regional publications. I’m definitely going to be checking out her books!
Pomeroy-Crockett's work has appeared in numerous juried exhibits and one-woman shows. Her work is in private collections in the U.S. and abroad. Working primarily wet-into-wet, the artist strives for dramatic value patterns. Bright colors, emphasis on the play of light, and a touch of whimsy mark her paintings.
I’m not an artist at all. I doodle, make cards and can make some fun mod podge projects but I’ve never been able to do fine art like Jo. I’m excited to see her exhibit and enjoy art while supporting a local artist. I may even venture into signing up for an art class this summer. I’m on the lookout for summer learning opportunities and I’ll be sure to pass along those experiences.
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