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From William Tugman State Park to Heceta Head RV Park
We'd planned to stay at William Tugman State Park for a full 14 days if it was possible, but unfortunately, we had to leave and come back after four days. Steve's sister would be staying at Tugman the next week so we needed to find a place to stay for a couple of days.
Though we looked high and low for reservations at nearby state parks, nothing was available so we gritted our teeth and booked two days at the Heceta RV Park. It was reasonable enough but private campgrounds are almost always glorified parking lots that make visitors feel like a sardine in a can.
Windy, foggy and cold, the trees would whip back and forth each morning when I looked out, condensation on the branches dropping noisily onto the roof of our RV. My frigid walks were only around the packed grounds and though I did see some nice flowers in planters, I couldn't bring myself to take any pictures there.
Happily, the sun came out by late morning and one day we decided to go for a drive and visit a famous lighthouse in the area. However, upon pulling into the packed parking lot we realized it may have been a mistake to visit a popular landmark…
Heceta Head Lighthouse and Horrible People
Even though it was July, I hadn't been around people since Covid hit--Steve had made all of the shopping trips since the virus changed everything. Climbing out of the truck and donning my mask, I was about to be in for a total shock. There was a lovely winding road that led up through coastal forest, past a historic guest house and out to the light house. This turned out to be a popular walk--too popular. Whenever we encountered people--which was often--we slipped on our masks, but to our amazement, most didn't wear them and stated their opinion by staring rudely as if we were space aliens. People often didn't observe distancing and dropped snarky comments in reply to Steve's remarks about reasonable precautions. I couldn't believe it! Steve had told me about the many situations he'd had in stores but to find the same thing out here…I was stunned!
The lighthouse was really cool, and so was the guesthouse. I really enjoyed seeing flocks of cormorants and common murres covering one of the prominent rocks that rose out of the sea next to the lighthouse, and the views up and down the coast were breathtaking. Before leaving, we walked out to take a look at the beach below the lighthouse which was another pretty sight.
However, by the time we got back to the truck I was totally fried by the experience of callous, unprotected people and fairly dove into the protective safety of the car. I was amazed that Steve had to deal with this every time he went out. I mean, it was one thing to imagine it. But being immersed was totally different and I sat there as we drove away, trying to get a grip on myself again. Part of me felt like such a baby because I was so freaked-out by this but on the other hand, it was the first time since Covid hit that I'd been around any strangers. I had a right to be jittery. But as I sat thinking, all of it made me feeling very reflective and uncomfortable about the average American and how they seemed to view the virus. Were most people truly that stupid?
Before we left the area, we pulled over to take pictures of the lighthouse and guesthouse from afar, with the jutting coastline and beautiful beach. What a view!!
Today's Pictures
My main picture was the iconic view from the pullout--what a pretty sight that was! I'm also including a view of the forest on the walk up the road and another one showing the lighthouse. I have a picture that shows the beach below the lighthouse--both from the road and the beach itself. There's also an image of the bird-covered rock and a couple of close-ups to see the colonies of birds and finally, a funny-looking cormorant as it was landing. (I'm also including another trip map so you can see where we were on our trip.)
I'll have one more set of pictures to share of this place, since there were just too many to share in one presentation!
I hope everyone is having--or had--a very nice weekend! Stay safe and here's hoping you get your vaccine soon!
Explored on 3/6/21; highest placement #2.
From William Tugman State Park to Heceta Head RV Park
We'd planned to stay at William Tugman State Park for a full 14 days if it was possible, but unfortunately, we had to leave and come back after four days. Steve's sister would be staying at Tugman the next week so we needed to find a place to stay for a couple of days.
Though we looked high and low for reservations at nearby state parks, nothing was available so we gritted our teeth and booked two days at the Heceta RV Park. It was reasonable enough but private campgrounds are almost always glorified parking lots that make visitors feel like a sardine in a can.
Windy, foggy and cold, the trees would whip back and forth each morning when I looked out, condensation on the branches dropping noisily onto the roof of our RV. My frigid walks were only around the packed grounds and though I did see some nice flowers in planters, I couldn't bring myself to take any pictures there.
Happily, the sun came out by late morning and one day we decided to go for a drive and visit a famous lighthouse in the area. However, upon pulling into the packed parking lot we realized it may have been a mistake to visit a popular landmark…
Heceta Head Lighthouse and Horrible People
Even though it was July, I hadn't been around people since Covid hit--Steve had made all of the shopping trips since the virus changed everything. Climbing out of the truck and donning my mask, I was about to be in for a total shock. There was a lovely winding road that led up through coastal forest, past a historic guest house and out to the light house. This turned out to be a popular walk--too popular. Whenever we encountered people--which was often--we slipped on our masks, but to our amazement, most didn't wear them and stated their opinion by staring rudely as if we were space aliens. People often didn't observe distancing and dropped snarky comments in reply to Steve's remarks about reasonable precautions. I couldn't believe it! Steve had told me about the many situations he'd had in stores but to find the same thing out here…I was stunned!
The lighthouse was really cool, and so was the guesthouse. I really enjoyed seeing flocks of cormorants and common murres covering one of the prominent rocks that rose out of the sea next to the lighthouse, and the views up and down the coast were breathtaking. Before leaving, we walked out to take a look at the beach below the lighthouse which was another pretty sight.
However, by the time we got back to the truck I was totally fried by the experience of callous, unprotected people and fairly dove into the protective safety of the car. I was amazed that Steve had to deal with this every time he went out. I mean, it was one thing to imagine it. But being immersed was totally different and I sat there as we drove away, trying to get a grip on myself again. Part of me felt like such a baby because I was so freaked-out by this but on the other hand, it was the first time since Covid hit that I'd been around any strangers. I had a right to be jittery. But as I sat thinking, all of it made me feeling very reflective and uncomfortable about the average American and how they seemed to view the virus. Were most people truly that stupid?
Before we left the area, we pulled over to take pictures of the lighthouse and guesthouse from afar, with the jutting coastline and beautiful beach. What a view!!
Today's Pictures
My main picture was the iconic view from the pullout--what a pretty sight that was! I'm also including a view of the forest on the walk up the road and another one showing the lighthouse. I have a picture that shows the beach below the lighthouse--both from the road and the beach itself. There's also an image of the bird-covered rock and a couple of close-ups to see the colonies of birds and finally, a funny-looking cormorant as it was landing. (I'm also including another trip map so you can see where we were on our trip.)
I'll have one more set of pictures to share of this place, since there were just too many to share in one presentation!
I hope everyone is having--or had--a very nice weekend! Stay safe and here's hoping you get your vaccine soon!
Explored on 3/6/21; highest placement #2.
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I love the coastal landscape in the main image.............the sunshine is lovely and you've caught the wave action perfectly. Such a beautiful place to visit.
I like all the PiPs without exception. The close up view of the lighthouse is superb and I especially like the images third and fourth PiPs. The shot of the cormorant trying to land made me smile!
I was sorry to hear that the lack of observance of sensible Covid-19 precautions spoiled the day somewhat, but I hope getting all these lovely shots more than made up for it.
It's lovely and sunny here today and we've been working in the garden. We tend to stay home at weekends at the moment, especially when the weather is nice as there often far too may people out and about. I hope you're enjoying the weekend.
Bonne fin de soiree et bon weekend.
I can't believe that people are still ignoring the advice of experts on this COVID19 virus. I haven't been out of my home for over 15 months, apart from my last visit to the hospital and this visit - so I am quite understanding about your fear of mixing with people at this particular time. Mandi is exactly the same in Turkey and she only goes out once every 4 or 5 months - she's getting cabin fever now.
It's because of idiots like those you encountered , that the virus is still sprouting around us and causing so many deaths. If they all kept to the rules, then they would soon have the virus sorted out. We have idiots like that too, but luckily this part of the South West, there are hardly any COVID19 patients. Even though, the hospital is extremely careful and make sure that no virus can be passed along - everything is wiped down after each visit to the loo, the doors are wiped down - you name it - if it's been touched in any way - someone comes along and wipes it down with anti-bacterial wipes.
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MILLIONS OF DECEENT FOLK ARE NOT... NOT THE DUMB STUPID ONES.
LIFE CAN AND DOES GO ON. AND IF TAKEN CAREFULLY IT ISNT A CAUSE FOR UPSET.
SADLY THE SACRIFICE OF THE MANY ISNT A FACTOR FOR THE FEW.
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Intéressants tes commentaires, Janet !
Sorry about the rude ones. There are a lot of #$#% people out there. And they wonder why I could easily become a loner.
Janet Brien club has replied to Gary Benson (grbenso…As for the horrible people, yes, its the same here. Every time I take my dog out for a walk, there are hoards of people coming towards me, and I usually have to step aside to avoid them, they never have masks on.
I have had my first vaccination, but I think I am still a little paranoid about it all ;-)
Do take care, the two of you, and stay well.........
happy WE !
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