JACOBSEN SALT CO. PUTTING NETARTS BAY ON THE MAP

Here's something you may not know that I think is pretty cool and interesting! Right here in our own backyard the cold and pristine waters of Netarts Bay are being turned into salt that is being described by those with discriminating palates as having "beautiful taste, texture and appearance."  The proprietor of this new salt operation, Ben Jacobsen of Jacobsen Salt Co. has the mission of creating the best finishing salt America has to offer. And, from what I can gather he believes Netarts Bay has water capable of doing just that.  According to their website 94 restaurants (+/-) across the United States are currently using his salts in their creations, which may be a good indicator that he is in fact correct!

 This blog post started after a guy walked into Rob Trost Real Estate in Netarts yesterday with one question:  Do you know where I can buy that Netarts Bay salt?  He said he just saw it on AM Northwest!  We told him it was called Jacobsen Salt and directed him to The Schooner Bar & Grill around the corner on Netarts Bay. Immediately after he left we pulled up AM Northwest online and found a link to what he was talking about.  Take a peek at the footage in the link below!  I thought it was a fun segment. The hosts were so excited about the taste it made me want to run out and get some to try myself! 
Here is a link to the show:
http://www.katu.com/amnw/segments/FEAST-Portland-223674071.html

Something I also just became aware of while perusing their website is that Jacobsen Salt Co. is holding a Fall Dinner Series right at their Salt production facility on Netarts Bay!  Each dinner will feature a different chef and a four course meal, also wine or cocktail pairings and dessert all with the backdrop of glorious Netarts Bay.  Prior to each dinner, wine and appetizers are served as guests are given a tour of the facility and grounds to showcase the salt harvesting process. They are even offering round trip transportation from the Portland area (for an additional fee) if you don't live in and around Netarts.  The grand opening event took place September 7, but future dates include September 18, October 5 and October 19.  Dinner prices range from $135-$175.

Visit their blog for details: 
http://jacobsensalt.com/blog/

Perhaps they will someday have short kayak tours launching right from their bay front bank after dinner!  Now that would be a wonderful way to finish off the evening, considering their ideal location toward the South end of the bay -- especially in the Fall!  What do you think Ben?  I hear Kayak Tillamook puts on a great tour.  They'll even bring the kayaks!  Something to think about I'd say!

When you have a chance definitely check out their website.  There's a ton of great reading material and product to discover!
http://jacobsensalt.com/

Great job Jacobsen Salt Co.!  We are having a great time watching your success and love that Netarts Bay is so important to your creation.

See you at the beach!
~Wendy
www.iWantABeachHome.com

The Anchor is Open Once Again

Opening its doors once again is the infamous Anchor Tavorn in Oceanside Oregon, aka "Pacific Inn", now to be referred to as "The Schooner Inn and Bunk House." As the name implies, the owner's of "The Schooner Restaurant & Lounge" in Netarts have picked the place up, literally (lease with an option to purchase) and opened it's door for business.

If you are coming to Oceanside be sure to stop in and show some support. The new menu includes items like locally caught [crab] cake sandwiches, fresh fish tacos, manhatten clam chowder and french fries -- mainly items not currently offered by the two neighboring establishments, "Roseanna's and Brewin' in the Wind." Rumor has it they may sell picnic baskets to beach goers in the future and possibly offer breakfast if the demand is there. By early July the bar will likely be open, as well.

Five fantastic ocean view rooms are available for nightly rental, with rich Mahogany wood floors, down bedding, luxury bathrooms and unstoppable ocean and Three Arch Rock views.

A visit to Oceanside shall never dissappoint those in search of pristine beaches, unbelievable, untouched oregon coast tide pools & scenery, fresh ocean air, and a small town feel. If you love the beach, you'll fall in love with Oceanside over and over again. Hope to see you at the beach!