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About Port Orford news. (Port Orford, Curry County, Oregon) 1958-current | View Entire Issue (April 3, 1969)
Excellent BY LANS LENEVE Colum ni st-Author The thousands of acres of logged off, burnt over land lying both to the east and northeast of Bandon, as well as the flat and bench-land that adjoins the far flung, tree-shornhllls,con sist of the natural habitats of both game animals and birds. Ample cover and protection are afforded all species of wildlife that exist throughout the area; during the course of time, both timber growth, greasewood, vine maple, huckleberry, var ious plants and shrubs have taken over the landscape to the extent, that today herds of deer frequent that section. Despite the annual toll the herds suffer at both the hands of the hunt ers and the toll taken by pred ators, game offlcals claim that the deer are increasingin num bers. In addition to the deer, the black bear also roams this section of the country, as well as such predators as the bob cat and coyote, while an occas ional cougar prowls the higher ridges while in search of prey. GAME BIRDS Blue grouse inhabit most sec tions of this area that are frequented by deer. The plum ed mountain quail--nearly twice the size of the California Valley quail—provides excellent sport for the shot-gunner. It is gen erally found frequenting the higher hills throughout sections —Continued below casional goose is bagged by hunters at Intervals during the fall months. . DEER SEASON FOR ARCHERS A special open season on deer, and one which generally includes either a buck or doe as the bag limit, Is sponsored by the State GameCommission. This is an annual event and in cludes archers only, and with all makes of firearms barred from the area set aside and designated as the site of the hunt. A REAL GOOD DEAL To the great majority of the sportsmen - tourists seeking pleasurable recreation while In pursuit of game, the Bandon area should meet with their full approval, inasmuch as it ai- fords them opportunities and privileges while hunting deer that Is absolutely unheard of in many sections of the coun try. One outstanding factor Is the fact that thousands of acres of hunting land adjacent to farm and dairy land (much of which is privately owned) is seldom found posted against entry. Nowhere will a stranger be extended a warmer brand of genuine hospitality than still exists here In this coastal sec tion of the state. To this, add the picturesque scenery of na ture’s own creation, as viewed during a stroll down Bandon’s beautiful beaches; and to view the fantastic, colorful hues painted across the western sky that marks the setting of the sun. Looking lor Properties Let us help you find the land or house that fits your desires! PHONE 347-5111 2nd Street, Downtown Properties! * Acreages * Commercial tom or ELMER GANT Hudson Realtors PHONE 347-6201 Bandon-by-the-Sea Highway 101 at 11th Street REALTOR - BROKER AU our Properties are very choice, deslreable and well priced 1 347-6333 — 347-9281 Next to Western Bank, __ !.. n . n r r RandOn of the deer country. Bandtail pigeons provide ex citing sport plus plenty of fast action here In the Bandon area. At a couple of watering spots located near the banks of the Coquille River and within a few miles of Bandon, while in the higher hills on the south side of the river, pass shooting may be enjoyed. At times, the huckleberry flats east of here produce good gunning for the band tails. Pheasants may be rouna scat tered at various points through out the entire community, as well as In the open fields on both the south and north side of the Coquille River from Prosper, through the Coquille Valley and as far as Powers. Here In the Bandon commun ity, most of these wary birds seek cover In patches of Irish Furze—bushes sporting thorns as sharp and as tough as those that adorn the shanks of any aged'Chinese rooster that seeks the protection of the Furze. Virtually all species of ducks known to the Northwest, as well as large numbers of jacksnlpe serve to provije fair shooting at times, both on the mudflats and local marshlands. An oc- Live where the Sandpipers play Build your home under the Rhododendrons. • • • (Yes, they are that Big) See Bill Magness at Bandon for a building site where you c ¿tart a collection of driftwoc agates and flowers. Phone Bandon 503-347-6833
