The Ship Report: How noticing the natural world around us makes us safer on the river and ocean beach
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The episode discusses how to observe the natural world to enhance safety while enjoying river and ocean beach activities.
The Ship Report, Wednesday, July 8, 2026 Today we’ll talk about how we can look for clues in the marine environment right in front of us, or use readily available information, to keep us safe and enjoying life as we use the river and ocean beaches. We’ll talk about some things locals know that allow them to work with, instead of against, the immense power of the Columbia River and the ocean.
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