Oregon Marine Reserves

First Day Hike at Oswald West State Park - Cape Falcon Marine Reserve Turns 10!
2026-01-01 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Oswald West State Park; Main Parking Lot, Oswald West State Park, Arch Cape, OR, 97102
Join the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department for a First Day Hike with a Park Ranger, a guest from the North Coast Land Conservancy, and a guest from ODFW Marine Reserves at Oswald West State Park. Explore the old growth forest, and discover the natural and cultural history of the oldest State Park on the North Oregon Coast. We will also be celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Cape Falcon Marine Reserve!
Learn more and register here.

Marine Reserves at the Portland Aquarium
2025-12-05 | Portland Aquarium, 603 SW Broadway, Portland, Oregon, 97205
Stop by and visit ODFW, North Coast Land Conservancy, Cape Perpetua Collaborative, Friends of Otter Rock Marine Reserve, and the Oregon Marine Reserves Partnership at the Portland Aquarium for fun, interactive experiences and resources to dive deeper into Oregon’s marine reserves.

Beneath the Waves: Redfish Rocks SMURF Project Community Presentation
2025-11-21 17:00 - 19:00 | Mr. Ed’s Underground Pub, 1870 Oregon St, Port Orford, OR, 97465
How are young fish adapting to Oregon’s changing ocean, and what does this mean for local fisheries? Oregon State University scientists are diving into that question, and you can too at a free community presentation on Friday, November 21. The presentation is hosted by Oregon State University, in partnership with the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife Marine Reserves Program, and the Oregon Coast Aquarium.
OSU researchers Dr. Kirsten Grorud-Colvert and Cameron Royer will share findings from the long-term SMURF(standardized unit for recruitment of fishes) study and discuss how their work in the Redfish Rocks Marine Reserve helps us understand and protect the future of Oregon’s coastal ecosystems. Collaborators from ODFW’s Marine Reserves team will also share insights about how this important work connects to broader marine conservation and stewardship goals.
Join us for this fascinating look “beneath the waves” and learn how the smallest fish can tell us big things about our ocean’s health. Refreshments will be provided.

Beneath the Waves: Otter Rock SMURF Project Community Presentation
2025-11-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Spyglass Restaurant, Inn at Otter Crest, 301 Otter Crest Dr, Otter Rock, Oregon, 97369
How are young fish adapting to Oregon’s changing ocean, and what does this mean for local fisheries? Oregon State University scientists are diving into that question, and you can too at a free community presentation on Thursday, November 20. The presentation is hosted by Friends of Otter Rock Marine Reserve in partnership with Oregon State University, the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife Marine Reserves Program, and the Oregon Coast Aquarium.
OSU researchers Dr. Kirsten Grorud-Colvert and Cameron Royer will share findings from the long-term SMURF(standardized monitoring unit for recruitment of fishes) study and discuss how their work in the Otter Rock and Redfish Rocks Marine Reserves helps us understand and protect the future of Oregon’s coastal ecosystems. Collaborators from ODFW’s Marine Reserves team and Friends of Otter Rock Marine Reserve will also share insights about how this important work connects to broader marine conservation and stewardship goals.
Join us for this fascinating look “beneath the waves” and learn how the smallest fish can tell us big things about our ocean’s health. Pizza and cookies will be provided.

State of the Coast Conference
2025-11-15 | State of the Coast, Coos Bay
The ODFW Nearshore Ecology Program will be leading a breakout session at the State of the Coast conference hosted by Oregon Sea Grant. Learn about ODFW’s new Nearshore Ecology Program and collaborative efforts to (1) better understand Oregon’s marine reserves and nearshore environment and (2) engage Oregonians in marine conservation and stewardship.

High Tech at Low Tide: An Argument for Simulating Ocean Experiences Hatfield Marine Science Center Lecture
2025-10-30 15:30 - 16:30 | 2030 SE Marine Science Dr, Newport, OR 97365, 2030 SE Marine Science Dr, Newport, OR, 97365, United States
Interested in learning more about the Otter Rock Augmented Reality Pilot Project developed in collaboration between ODFW, Oregon Reality Lab (University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication), and Friends of Otter Rock Marine Reserve? Dr. Danny Pimentel (University of Oregon) will discuss how technological nature, or the use of emergent media to simulate or extend our experience with the natural world, can help connect people to nature. From virtual reality (VR) to cutting edge augmented reality (AR) smart glasses, Dr. Pimentel will share examples of how these devices can function as tools for strengthening human-nature bonds.
See more event details here including the streaming link

Otter Rock Augmented Reality Experience
2025-10-04 10:00 - 12:00 | Otter Rock, Exact Meeting Location Provided Upon Registration
Explore the Otter Rock Marine Reserve like never before with a new augmented reality tool ! Using this innovative technology, you’ll discover the different habitats and wildlife that call Otter Rock home and learn about the boundaries and protections in place for the marine reserve. The Otter Rock Augmented Reality Project is a collaboration between the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, the Oregon Reality Lab (University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication), and the Friends of Otter Rock Marine Reserve.
Light refreshments will be provided.
View the event invitation.
Register at bit.ly/otterrockevent
Contact Katie Darr, katie.d.darr@odfw.oregon.gov, with any questions.

Cape Falcon Marine Reserve Community Meeting
2025-09-27 16:00 - 17:30 | Arch Cape Fire Station Community Room, 72979 Highway 101, Arch Cape, 97102
In partnership with the Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife, the North Coast Land Conservancy is hosting a casual meeting for members of the communities surrounding the reserve, including Manzanita, Arch Cape, and Falcon Cove. At this community meeting, learn about NCLC’s Marine Program, the science and research underway, and information about harvesting restrictions.
Scott Groth, Resource Assessment and Management Section Leader with ODFW’s Marine Resources Program, will be present to answer any questions you might have about the reserve! Afterward, stick around for light refreshments and to meet other folks in the community who are passionate about marine conservation.
For more information, contact Marine Program Manager Angela Whitlock at angelaw@NCLCtrust.org.

Newport Pride
2025-09-21 10:00 - 13:00 | Newport Recreation Center, 225 SE Avery St, Newport, OR, 97365, United States
The ODFW Marine Reserves team will be tabling at Newport Pride. Stop by to learn more about Oregon’s Marine Reserves, answer some reserves trivia, and spin the wheel for a prize!
