compiled by Andrea Scharf Wild Things Festival—May 11th, 2024 9 am to 4 pm at the Yachats Commons Wild Things coming to Yachats! Look for the beautifully illustrated poster designed by Yachats artist Lucinda Cross. The event itself will feature life-size puppets representing the wild things of … [Read more...] about Coming Events May & June 2024
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From the Chair by Joanne Kittel
Update on Yachts Ridge Acquisition Yachats Ridge was not discussed at the executive session of the OPRD Commissioners’ meeting on April 25th. OPRD continues to conduct their due diligence on Yachats Ridge, including a Yellow Book appraisal. Oral and written testimony in support of the Ridge is … [Read more...] about From the Chair by Joanne Kittel
VTF celebrated Earth Day 2024
View the Future participated in three events to mark Earth Day and our commitment to protecting our home. Yachats Ridge Tours On Saturday April 20 and Sunday April 21, fourteen people went on a tour of the 1,100 acres known as Yachats Ridge. Joanne Kittel, co-chair of View the Future, and Bette … [Read more...] about VTF celebrated Earth Day 2024
Nature’s Bounty: Spring
Ever wonder what’s good to eat in the forests around Yachats? Local forager Liz Byrd shares how to identify edible plants throughout the year, starting with Spring’s fresh greenery. (Plant identification is the responsibility of the forager. Be sure—before you eat!) SPRING Nettles: Urtica … [Read more...] about Nature’s Bounty: Spring
Supporting View the Future
Get Your Cool VtF Merch! Help support our mission to conserve and protect nature and cultural history by purchasing a t-shirt, sweatshirt or hat! Visit the Shop page: https://viewthefuture.org/home/shop-vtf/. Fred Meyer Community Rewards If you shop at Fred Meyer and want to support VtF at no … [Read more...] about Supporting View the Future
Learn, Act, Protect: View the Future 2024 Earth Day Activities
Dear Friends and Supporters of View the Future, Mark your calendars for an unforgettable experience on April 21, 2024, at 3 PM, as Yachats Academy of Arts and Sciences proudly presents View the Future—an enlightening journey into the heart of Yachats Ridge. Nestled within 1,100+ acres of pristine … [Read more...] about Learn, Act, Protect: View the Future 2024 Earth Day Activities
New Book on Yachats Trails by Local Authors
Afrodisa Press of Yachats is pleased to announce the publication of a new book co-authored by two of Yachats’ very own. Longtime resident Joanne Kittel needs no introduction; less famous and perhaps less infamous is Wally Orchard who has also lived in Yachats for some years. They have joined forces … [Read more...] about New Book on Yachats Trails by Local Authors
Update on Yachats Ridge April 2024
(Written by Joanne Kittel) Oregon Parks and Recreation Dept. (OPRD) continues its due diligence on the 1100+ acres referred to as Yachats Ridge and owned by Manulife and Weyerhaeuser, Real Estate Investment Trusts. Due diligence includes an appraisal that meets the Unified Standards for Federal … [Read more...] about Update on Yachats Ridge April 2024
