Description
2026 OSSS Summer Tour: Central OR Coast
September 11–13, 2026
Hosted by the Oregon Society of Soil Scientists
Base Location: West Laverne Large Group Campground; 61217 Coquille-Fairview Rd, Coquille, OR 97423
Join us for a weekend of field exploration, soil science, and community at the central Oregon coast!
This product page is for purchase of one Professional registration, which includes the activities, meals, and lodging options below for $107. If you are looking for the Student/Retiree or Lifetime Member Registration, please go back to the Events page to see links to those options.
Tour Overview
Friday, September 11 – Arrival & Welcome
Check-in: 4:30–9:30 PM
- Location: West Laverne Large Group Campground; 61217 Coquille-Fairview Rd, Coquille, OR 97423
- Dinner on your own
- We will informally meet at a local brewery if you would like to join (on your own dime, more info to come).
- Settle in, meet fellow attendees, and get ready for a weekend in the field!
Saturday, September 12 – South Slough
- Start Time: 8:00 AM
- Breakfast provided before departure to field
- Field Tour Highlights:
- Western Lily recovery project at Wasson Creek Restoration site
- Hydric soils
- Cultural community garden utilizing biochar (Southern OR Community College Ecological Program)
- Lunch included
- Restrooms and carpooled transportation provided throughout the day
- Dinner provided back at camp by OSSS
Sunday, September 13 – Cranberry Bog & Wrap-Up
- Start Time: 8:00 AM
- Breakfast provided before departure to field
- Pack up camping area prior to departure to field
- Cranberry bog field stop near Bandon
- Lunch included
Suggested Departure
1:00 PM (Estimated arrival to Corvallis by 4:30 PM, Salem by 5:00 PM)
Transportation & Logistics
- Vans provided for field tour transport
- Restrooms available at most stops
- Meals included:
- Saturday: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Sunday: Breakfast and lunch
- Lodging
- Tent camping spots available at the West Laverne Large Group Campground
- RV Hookup spots available
- Parking spots for car camping available
- Hotels can be booked in Coos Bay (~45 minutes from campground)
Register Now!
Secure your spot for the 2026 OSSS Summer Tour!
Questions? Email us at osss.pres@gmail.com
