A glassy little souvenir

Commemorate your visit to the Oregon Coast with one-of-a-kind original glass float, being given away to some lucky winners by Newport merchants this winter. No stormy beachcombing or wave dodging are required to find one of these luminous artisan collectibles, hand blown by Oregon Coast Glassworks and The Edge Art Gallery in Newport.

The rules for the treasure hunt are simple. From now through the end of the year, visit one of the businesses listed at www.newportchamber.org/treasures-of-the-sea or on a map available from the Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce. Fill out an entry form and return it to the float display at the business. Enter at any or all of the participating sites. Winners will be notified after Dec. 31, when each business will select names from the pool of entrants. 

Eighteen local businesses will be participating in the Glass Float Hunt, ranging from restaurants and lodging to retail shops of all kinds.

The hunt is designed to introduce Northwest travelers to the value season in Newport, when slower traffic, great sales at various kinds of businesses and seasonal lodging deals come together to create a unique time of year — especially for those looking to do some holiday shopping in a more relaxed environment. All of that accompanied by the always-spectacular storm watch season.

The Newport Chamber encourages all float hunters to observe all COVID-19 travel and safety regulations, including wearing face coverings and social distancing.

The Chamber is located at 555 SW Coast Highway. For more information, call 541-265-8801.