Westfir News

Janice Marschner and her husband, Jeff, are spending a couple of weeks relaxing at an RV park in Westfir, biking and enjoying life along the Willamette River.

“When I was playing on the beach early in the morning, the parking lot at that beach was empty”

Sunny conditions and somewhat deceptively calm seas brought a flood of visitors to the Oregon coast over the weekend, but with that came a run of rescues and two fatalities. via Beach Connection

“He wasn't a hero in his death”

A memorial for Ross Barfuss will be held 10 a.m. Saturday at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Hazeldale ward. via Oregonlive.com

Gleneden Beach, Oregon The 11-year-old child, a resident of Westfir, was identified as River Jenison. via Bend Weekly News

The 16-year old male who reportedly attempted to help with the rescue effort and was reported missing by a family member has not been found. via Salem-News.com

Be well prepared for your Christmas tree outing by bringing a handsaw or axe as well as winter clothing and safety equipment. via Salem-News.com

The Willamette and and Siuslaw national forests say permits to cut Christmas trees are now available. via Albany Democrat-Herald

“Currently, virtually all areas of the forest are considered to be open unless we specifically designate them as closed”

Whether your favorite camping spot on the Sweet Home Ranger District is accessible only by ATV or you simply enjoy taking your family for a Sunday afternoon drive in the woods, the Willamette National Forest ... via Albany Democrat-Herald