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have you found a glass float in Lincoln City Oregon?

I just want to know if anyone has actually ever found one cuz im gonna go huning for them soon. Any tips?

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The Oregon Coast will never cease to surprise you if you give it enough attention. Remarkable discoveries along this exceptionally pristine stretch of U.S. shoreline can be found all the time, often lurking in the tiniest or most unassuming places.

Taking a helicopter ride is probably one of the more obvious delights - in any locale. But this insanely cool excursion on Oregon's North Coast has something a little different, with several curious sides and surprises to it. If you want a glimpse of major Lewis & Clark landmarks, a peek at some sites from a cult movie classic as well as an eyeful of other natural wonders, Seaside Helicopters has it.

It's an unusual and powerful day on the coast: and with the wild, funky weather that flip-flops between small rain squalls and mostly warm, even muggy, sunny weather. It feels like August in the valley, but it's only mid-April.

It's in this atmosphere, one of slightly mystical weather, that I embark upon Gary Turel's mind-boggingly fun ride.

Gary bought into
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this business about four years ago, after years of being addicted to flying on his own. It's like his dream job, he confesses to me after the ride in the sky. The National Guard veteran exclaims his ultimate goal would've been to wind up a fighter pilot and eventually make his way into the astronaut program. But he didn't meet the rigid criteria for space flight, although he qualified for commercial flight.

Gary is a comforting and personable presence in the helicopter as he zips around the shores of Cannon Beach, the peaks of Tillamook Head and above the resort town of Seaside at about 100-plus miles an hour. First, you don the headset with the microphone system, enabling you to speak with Gary and he to speak to you. I blurt out, "I feel like an astronaut," and immediately wonder how many times has he heard that line.

Then, you're strapped in, and takeoff happens shortly after.

With a bubble window to the world below, you feel yourself ever so gently lift upwards, a sensation similar in some ways to easing up in an airplane, but in a helicopter there's definitely that spine-tingling feeling of rising faster. It's exhilarating to say the least, with the tilt of the aircraft pulling you against its quick upward ascension.

For me, I became used to this new and unique feeling within minutes, and it was soon no longer that intense thrill. I was too busy. I was armed with my digital and 35 mm camera, and quickly became engaged in trying to shoot as many photos as humanly possible.

In no time, we're up over the back of Tillamook Head - a 1300-foot-high, forested headland. Gary points out its sheer cliffs from this side, spots where elk congregate and even the small bald spot on top of the mountain that is a Lewis & Clark monument. It was here - some two hundred years ago - that William Clark, Sacagawea and a few others hiked over the headland to catch sight of a beached whale in what would become Cannon Beach. Along the hike, at spot now named after Clark, he peered out over the ocean, on one of the few sunny days the Corps of Discovery had while camping in Oregon over the winter of 1805/06.

Most incredible is approaching the tip of Tillamook Head as Gary points out a rocky arch sitting offshore called "Goonies Rock," which was featured in the movie "Goonies." Remember that scene near the end where the kids took a key and matched it to a rock structure with a hole in it? That rock is now named after the movie, visible from Indian Beach. Seeing it from above, however, in the context of everything around it from this viewpoint, is a bit mind-altering. It reminds you how tiny and insignificant we humans can be.

We never head far out to sea, not more than a quarter mile or so, for safety reasons. This means I can't get a close glimpse of the mysterious Tillamook Rock Lighthouse - which resides a mile offshore from Tillamook Head. It's visible from both Cannon Beach and Seaside, albeit a bit better seen from the Cannon Beach side. This enigmatic feature has grasped the imaginations of visitors for generations, sitting on a clump of basalt that invites consistent battering by waves and objects tossed around by the sea. Its real history is even far more colorful than what most can come up with conjecture, with many dying during its construction in 19th century and while getting to and from the boats that re-supplied it with lighthouse keepers and foodstuffs. It was decommissioned in the 1950's, and now houses urns of ashes of those who pay to be interred there.

I'm a little disappointed I can't get any closer, as this place has always had me riveted. Gary, however, hovers a ways out over the ocean a little while for me to snap a few pics of it. It's still highly gratifying.

Gary swings around to the south from here, allowing me to shoot shots of Cannon Beach's Haystack Rock, Crescent Beach, Indian Beach and the top of Ecola State Park. These landmarks are enormous when you're there, up close. From above, they are diminutive and puny. I know these places intimately, but here they present numerous new discoveries.

From there, we swing around again, head north over Tillamook Head, and he shows me that rocky shoreline beneath the headland that can't be seen any other way. At this point, Seaside is in full view, as are the shores of southern Washington and hints of Astoria. Then it's back to the landing pad, with a zoom over the adjacent Seaside Family Fun Park and its numerous fun-tastic possibilities (http://www.seasidefamilyfunpark.com/, 503-738-2076).

Perhaps ten or 15 minutes have gone by. It's hard to tell. Apparently, most rides run about 10 minutes or so, beginning at $25 per person, with options including the Cannon Beach run, a nature/wildlife run, Seaside-from-above or other combinations.

He's had several marriage proposals happen during the flights, including one memorable excursion where the man and his friends had scrawled a huge "will you marry me?" in the sands of Seaside. She emphatically squealed "yes," says Gary.

Later, Gary and I chat, and it turns out he was a bit of a celebrity in the 90's. Together with his brother Stan Turel, the pair were the faces on Oregon TV commercials for their Columbia Tax Services. Yet another surprise today.

In the last year, Gary picked up another celebrity - in namesake, anyway. John Glen works for him as a second pilot: not John Glenn of space fame, however. Glen is a real trouper and lets his bosses get lots of mileage out of his name. This started back in the 60's, during his high school days, as the famous John Glenn was making orbits. Glen was a delivery driver for a store, and his boss used Glen's name to jokingly tout his business. The delivery vehicles were even named "capsule 1" and "capsule 2."

You'll find Seaside Helicopters and the Seaside Family Fun Park just south of Seaside. Gary still makes some runs during the winter and early spring - mostly on weekends - when those famous beautiful, dry days hit. Generally, it's considered closed during these months, and doesn't really start up with an eye on a full schedule until spring break. However, one secret about the Oregon Coast is that February tends to have a run of sunny, warm days (much warmer than inland), so you may get lucky and have a chance to grab a ride then or on other days the weather seems cooperative to flight. Hwy 101, S. Seaside. http://www.seaside-helicopters.com/. (503) 440-4123.

If you want to see the most fascinating scenery, visit Oregon. This place is full of unique and exciting places to visit, and great outdoor opportunities. It has a beautiful seacoast, impressive mountain vistas, lush greenery, inland waterways and even deserts and prairies.

The whole Pacific Coastline is public land and offers hiking, scuba diving, surfing, fishing, cycling activities, historic lighthouses, breathtaking viewpoints and stunning state parks.

It stretches 362 miles from Astoria to the Columbia River to Brookings near the California border, is also a breathtaking feature of the state. The coast also includes sites such as the Oregon Coast Aquarium, National Scenic Area and lighthouses. Seaside is the closest major coastal city in Oregon to Portland. With three miles of sandy beach and two miles of manicured, ocean front boardwalk, it is also a popular destination for tourists and travelers. Seaside is a national landmark with rich historical past. The end of the Lewis and Clark trail is commemorated with a statue. Cannon coastline is also a very scenic place of the area.

The Cascade Range is the interior range of the Pacific Northwestern United States. It stretches over 700 miles across Northern California, Oregon, Washington, and Southern British Columbia, running
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parallel to the Pacific, about 100-150 miles inland. The Oregon Cascades region is legendary for its recreational opportunities. The region is home to seven different national forests and is best known for Oregon's highest mountain, Mount Hood, and the nearby recreation area, the Columbia River Gorge.

The historic Columbia River Highway is a good way to view the nice vistas and waterfalls. It has several wilderness areas and national forests. Crater Lake National Park has the deepest lake in the United States and the seventh-deepest in the world. Crater Lake is a stunning and special natural treasure, evolved more than 7,700 years ago. It has unbelievably blue water, according to Scientists, the water is completely clear to a depth of 123 feet and part of its blueness is a reflection of the sky. Rim Drive encircles Crater Lake and there are some spectacular view points on the 33 mile long road. The Oregon Cascades region is also known for the highest mountain in Oregon: Mount Hood. The area is very rainy, that's why Oregon has magnificent natural beauty and fresh, rain-scented air. The summers are quite warm, but never muggy. In wintertime there are many skiing and snowboarding activities available.

Portland, the "City of Roses", known for its world famous parks and vivid nightlife. The city adopted the rose as a symbol of its renewal and growth. Every year they celebrate the Portland Rose Festival. The city is Oregon's cultural center with large collections of museums, galleries and art centers. This special city and Salem, the capital city of Oregon - is located half way between Portland and Eugene - are both memorable places of the state.

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Coastal Oregon isn't the flashiest place to visit, but its simple beauty, straightforward personality and year-round activities make it as attractive as any other. In other words, just because towns like Lincoln City don't flaunt it, doesn't mean they've got nothing to brag about.

Lincoln City is on the north central coast of Oregon where life is laid-back, lovely, and filled with leisure activities. A visit here has the power to refuel, recharge, and replenish even the most stubborn and tired workaholics; it's something about the soothing ocean and the mild weather, apparently. You may have heard of the Millennium Float project, a sort of public art/community participation/fun memory-making beach event that helped to solidify Lincoln City's reputation as an artsy and vibrant place to hang out. If it's all new to you, take a few moments to acquaint yourself with this little slice of West Coast paradise.

First of all, the beach experience, though not exactly tropical and pina colada-ish, is worth exploring. The occasional storm (which would be worth taking in from a cozy spot) helps to upturn the sea and deliver a bevy of treasures for beachcombers to uncover along the shoreline. Shells, marine creatures, driftwood, and if the stars are aligned, a glass float created by a local artist and set free into the sea for the purpose of pleasing a person just like yourself. These eye-catching items make Lincoln City a special place to wander the sandy stretches of coastline, as you'll hopefully see for yourself.

The water is pretty chilly for most of the year, but that doesn't stop a dedicated few from grabbing a wet suit, a board, and a few waves. Surfing is popular, as are windsurfing and kitesurfing on both the ocean and Devil's Lake. If you've arrived with a need to feel the adrenaline pump through your veins, you'll certainly have the opportunity.

Whale watching will allow you a few thrills without actually immersing yourself in the ocean. From the shore or from the vantage point of a chartered boat, watching the sometimes playful whales breach, flip their tails, and stick their heads out for a peek might very well constitute the highlight of your Oregon adventure. Spring and fall are prime whale migration periods, so plan accordingly.

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Elsewhere you'll find more chances to stay active and become enthralled with the unique surroundings. The lake, the forests and marshes, and the proximity to the Cascades makes for an environment brimming with wildlife. Coyotes, chipmunks, black-tailed deer, and many other furry species as well as an array of birds make every stroll a potential brush with Mother Nature. Not to be missed are the harbor seals, who laze away their days in full view along the region known as Salishan Spit. Bring your binoculars to watch them fish, play, and sunbathe, and just think about how far away you are from your usual routine.

Fishing, golf, hiking, biking, skateboarding...the list of possibilities will seem endless. Hopefully you'll have taken enough time away from work to properly appreciate all the activities and events that Lincoln City has to offer, because leaving a place wishing you had done this or that can be a drag. The best way to ensure that you're in a position to see and do all that you want is to rent a vacation home for several days that will house you in comfort and place you in close proximity to all the hotspots.

Lincoln City Vacation Rentals are plentiful and have a way of showing off all of the region's best assets. Maybe it's just the attitude of being in a private, unique, well-equipped property near the ocean that makes everything seem a little rosier, but history shows that vacationers who choose a beach house tend to enjoy themselves a bit more than the hotel-dwellers.

Whether you're looking to discover a new community or escape all evidence of society, Lincoln City will provide you with the means to do it. Just a few minutes here will already have you feeling calmer and happier, so don't waste another moment just sitting there wishing something would happen. Start researching today and get ready for a great trip.

Caitlin Moore