Posts Tagged ‘ocean’

Tillamook Head Hiker’s Cabins – Backpacking From Cannon Beach To Seaside

Posted: December 27, 2012 in Adventures, Comedy and Art, Product Reviews, SB Tips, Sports, Survival Bros Challenges
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By Cameron McKirdy

Season’s greetings! Β On Christmas Eve my Dad and I hiked from Indian Beach in Ecola State Park to the Hiker’s Camp on Tillamook Head. Β We checked out the abandoned World War 2 bunkers, and the viewpoints too. Β Pops split, leaving me to spend the night by myself. Β In this HD video I show you the trail, my gear, and my fire. Β I also cooked up some Goulash thanks to my new flameless cookwear system by Trekmates. Β Enjoy the video. Β After a two hour nap, I decided to back to Seaside in the dark night. Β It was crazy. Β I used a glow stick, and my Coast HP14 flashlight to luminate the path. Β A recent storm kicked tons of massive trees down. Β I had to climb over many, with my 40 pound pack on. Β I booked it from the cabins, and got back to Seaside in just over 2 hours, covering 4 gnarly miles of ground. Β It was an intense op. Β I lost the trail briefly once, slightly rolled an ankle, and nearly slipped down a steep bank. Β It was one of the most rewarding, and challenging adventures of my life. Β Next, I plan to raft the Nehalem river this weekend. Β Thanks for visiting Survival Bros. Β I’d appreciate your comments, and likes. Β %^).

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Beachcombing Around Cannon Beach Oregon and Haystack Rock

Posted: November 15, 2012 in Adventures, Comedy and Art, Health & Nutrition, Parks
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Survival Bros had another full weekend. Friends and I journeyed to Cannon Beach, and took the snake-like road to Indian Beach to explore.

The park was nearly empty. I’m use to it being packed with surfers and hikers in the summer. We huffed the path down to the sand, and walked south. The rock formations at Indian Beach are incredible. The tide pools are bursting with life. We found creatures small and large such as barnacles, mussels, starfish, sea anemones, and a dungenous and hermit crab.

Plus, higher on the beach Mac and I identified a patch of medicinal Turkey Tail mushrooms growing on driftwood. He bagged them. Later the shrooms will be ground up, and put in vegetable capsules for preservation. Gotta love free meds. In Chinese medicine they are recognized as yun zhi (δΊ‘θŠ). They are known to boost the immune system. We scored two sand dollars as well.

After wandering around Indian, we cruised to Haystack Rock. The tide pool there is famous. I remember visiting in grade school on field trips. We found more of the same sea life here. No sign of One-Eyed Willie, or the Goonies! Beach combing was a blast. The Oregon Coast is legendary.

– Cameron McKirdy

Survival Bros Tsunami Preparedness Go Bag Items Photo

Posted: August 31, 2012 in Product Reviews, SB Tips, Survival Bros Challenges, Uncategorized
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If you live near the ocean, you should be prepared for a tsunami. NO EXCUSES. Put together a backpack with all the essentials, and have it on hand. Here’s Survival Bros example of a Go Bag, or emergency Bug-Out-Bag. You could survive at least 72 precious hours with these must-have items.

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Water Running and Survival Swimming Exercise in Seaside Oregon Estuary

Posted: August 18, 2012 in Adventures, Health & Nutrition, Parks, SB Tips, Survival Bros Challenges
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Looking for a secret spot to swim? Most tourists don’t know about The End of The World in Seaside Oregon. Here’s a quick blog about training in the estuary.

To find this chill beach spot, drive down 12 Ave. and turn right on N Franklin St. Go to the dead end and park. Take the short trail North to the beach. Hidden in the grass is yet another trail to explore.

The estuary is a great place to train. I swam the last two days there. The water is so cold! Maybe that’s why we were the only ones spashing around. When we went, the current was sucking hard into the Pacific Ocean. My hommie and I challenged ourselves to go upstream. I swam freestyle, then began swim-running in the shallow water. My Marine buddy worked on his survival/combat stroke. The combat side stroke, aka CSS was developed and taught by the United States Navy Seals. He was swimming on his side, kicking, and front crawling through the current. He had a very efficient technique. Learn that.

Swimming up current is tough. Survival Bros challenges YOU to try it this summer. Plus, If you like crab, you can wade through the estuary with a rake for an easy dinner. 2 or 3 crabs should satisfy your hunger after aqua running. All you need is melted butter.

Survival Bros is all about challenging yourself. Make missions for yourself to complete. It can be anything, from an endurance bike ride to swimming against Mother Nature. Go hard this summer. You’re responsible for your health. More preparedness blogs coming soon. Best wishes from the beach.

– Cameron McKirdy

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Relaxing and Sunning in Seaside Oregon

Posted: July 14, 2012 in Uncategorized
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Relaxing and Sunning in Seaside Oregon

Nothing beats a walk on the beach in the morning to get the blood flowing. I also enjoy biking, hiking, and yoga! There’s a million ways to deal with stress. What do you do to relax??? Produced by Cameron McKirdy

A Tye Dye Sunset in Seaside OR

Posted: July 14, 2012 in Uncategorized
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A Tye Dye Sunset in Seaside OR

Produced by Cameron McKirdy

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