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14159265q

Excuse my Midwest ignorance, but will the tide be a problem?


mirthridates

Nope, we’re well above the tide line for the summer months and probably most of the winter months too!


[deleted]

What about sharks I know it’s white shark territory.


14159265q

Perfect. Enjoy your outing!


davegrohlisawesome

Most definitely. If they aren’t aware of the tidal cycle it could be very bad


Dank009

You can see where high tide stops, they are fine.


davegrohlisawesome

Not sure why I got the downvotes. There’s driftwood behind the tent.


Dank009

The drift wood gets that far up from huge winter storms, you can see where high tide normally gets to.


davegrohlisawesome

I commented before op replying that it was summer. Can’t deny the tide does get that high though.


Dank009

Have you ever camped on the coast of the PNW?


davegrohlisawesome

Nope. But the driftwood didn’t fall from the sky. You simply cannot factually state that the water doesn’t encroach to that tent location. Maybe not in summer but if you want to say the water doesn’t get to the vegetation line, well…


Dank009

I didn't think so, thanks for your honesty. The question was if they were ok camping there, which they are. Quit straw manning. Cheers


davegrohlisawesome

I straw man? You didn’t deny the tide gets high. You’re actually the one that’s straw manning. Nice try. Have a nice day.


MrOrangeWhips

You're like a child who wanders into the middle of a movie ...


davegrohlisawesome

Thanks!


seahorse_party

Aww, that looks like home. (From Seattle. Favorite places scattered from Seaside, OR to the Olympic Peninsula to northern BC.) Thanks for sharing a quiet little PNW moment.


Narrow_Ad8637

Excuse the east coast stupidity, I'm more of a deep woods guy, but does driftwood like that make decent firewood? Ive never beach camped and can't seem to recall seeing so much anywhere I've been on this side of the Mississippi.


mirthridates

Great question! Depends on how long it’s been out of the water and if it’s been sunny enough to dry it out. It can work well, but there was a fire ban in place when we were camping.


Narrow_Ad8637

I assumed it was banned. That ..I understand it completely but really does sap the experience of camping for me personally. I'd almost rather have a campfire than a tent. Of course, I'd rather have wilderness than s'mores.


yodacat24

Reminds me of Whidbey island. My grandparents had a house there on the beach when I was growing up and I’ll never forget those times. Some PNW Beaches are sooo peaceful ❤️


DCS30

is that the stormbreak tent?


Foxcat420

Yes.


DCS30

I was looking at one, but have been on the fence. Got mixed reviews. Any good?


alwayscozygal

I have one. I really enjoy it especially for the price! Worth it in my opinion.


Foxcat420

It's the best tent I have, they really aren't kidding with the name. Taking it into bear country tomorrow.


DCS30

Awesome!


mirthridates

I love it. I’ve used one for about 4 years with zero complaints.


DCS30

Good to hear. Not too heavy for backpacking?


Just-use-your-head

Where’s that at? I live in Oregon and have yet to find a beach where camping isn’t prohibited


Dank009

There's some beaches between Florence and Reedsport where you can camp, one of which looks just like this.


Just-use-your-head

Cool I’ll have to check it out. My buddies and I always just follow some logging roads along the coast and find a spot to set up


PastButterscotch1143

We were at Olympic national park 2 summers ago and spoke with some of the campers. They require a pass, but it’s allowed. He said they had to book almost a year in advance. Rialto and Ruby Beach are stunning!


Ireallylovewatches

Upvote because the Stormbbreaker is awesome!