Around the County Quilts

Owned by the Pastega Family, Blue Heron French Cheese Company is a Tillamook-based company celebrating over 40 years in business in the Pacific Northwest. There is something here for the entire family: the famous Blue Heron Brie, gourmet foods, Oregon’s finest wines, a unique gift store, and a petting farm for the kids. Take a day off with family and friends and spend it at Blue Heron.

Currently a private residence, this building was built by the US Navy during WWII to house an oil fired boiler to create steam heat for the houses on each side of the building. The steam was then piped through small underground tunnels to each house. Both houses were also built by the US Navy. This property was returned to civilian use in the early 1970’s.

Fourth generation Tillamook dairy farmers with a proud German and Swedish heritage, great-grandfathter Herman Sander was a blacksmith and grandfather John Burns had a slaughterhouse on the Trask River (now Braden’s). The Sander family is still around and have been in the meat business for 35 years. Debbie built this business and has operated it for over 25 years.

Elite Car Wash was built in 2007 by a retired dairy farmer who thought the citizens of Tillamook would appreciate such a thing.

Built in 1912, this building operated as Hotel Elmore, an “excursion hotel,” for 21 years. It has seen life as a nursing home, pizza parlor and motel, and more. Today it is a premium boutique cannabis dispensary.

The Fairbanks, original owners of the property, have long family roots in Tillamook. In the 1920s, Guy Fairbanks transported surveyors up the Wilson River as they surveyed for the road (Hwy 6) yet to be built. In the 1930s, Grandma Fairbanks ran a boarding house in town. The Fairbanks property on Fairview Road was sold in 2016, but the block remains up.

Five Rivers Retirement & Assisted Living Community is operated by Prestige Care. The quilt block Winding Trails was given to Five Rivers in memory of Genevieve Noffsinger, a lady who loved the Quilt Trail and spent some of her last days at Five Rivers. The quilt block Oregon Rose once belonged to Norm Wyffles, also a resident several years ago.

Nestled between the base of Captain Robert Gray Mountain and Tillamook Bay, the Museum is dedicated to preserving the maritime heritage of the Pacific Northwest by collecting information concerning Captain Gray and his historic vessels, the Lady Washington and the Columbia Rediviva. Displayed are models of the ships, an eight-foot tall reproduction of the Columbia’s figure head, a half model of the Columbia showing how the ship was provisioned for long voyage, as well as reproductions of clothing of seafarers and musical instruments. The Museum, founded in 1986 by Col. Charles M. Parkin, Jr., opened July 1, 2004. Col. Parker served in the Army Corps of Engineers and co-authored an account of Captain Gray’s voyage, “Capt. Gray in the Pacific NW.”

JAndy Oyster Company has been growing oysters since 2012. The beach-grown oysters are raised in beautiful Netarts Bay, Oregon, and picked by hand. Todd Perman is a first-generation oyster farmer and the owner of the JAndy Oyster Company. His son Jacob is the namesake and ‘CEO’ of the company and is often found doing homework or helping around the shop. In 2021, JAndy Oyster moved from their location on Ivy Avenue in Tillamook, to the previously named, Hidden Acres Greenhouses. Visit JAndy Oyster and their unique oyster bar to enjoy fresh food or order in-shell oysters for takeaway.

Owned by the Tillamook County Pioneer Museum, the Kilchis Point Interpretive Trails highlight the Native American and Pioneer settlements, and the local flora and fauna in a series of interlocking trails. The Kilchis Point quilt block pattern is an original design by Diane Colcord. The block itself is a gift from the Tillamook County Historical Society and the Tillamook County Quilt Trail Coalition.

A replica of the Ben Lane home which once housed the Chamber of Commerce, Ben Lane’s real estate office, and his wife Joanna’s law office. From here, Lane sold lots, rented cottages and provided information for visitors to the area. Lane’s father, Edmund Halley Lane, was the founder of Manzanita. The building now houses the Manzanita Visitors Center.

Started by Don, Veta and Don Jr., joined shortly by Ed McRae, the business has been going strong for 55 years. The company originally began by making paper roll plugs, fish floats and paintbrush handles, but quickly expanded into developing other wood products. Now known as Precision Wood Manufacturing, they manufacture wood handles, cabinetry components, cutting boards, tabletops, butcher block countertops, and furniture.

Nehalem Bay Health Center & Pharmacy (formerly known as the Rinehart Clinic) serves Tillamook County with a mission of delivering compassionate, team-based healthcare and wellness education to improve the lives of all in the community. As a non-profit community health center, Nehalem Bay Health Center & Pharmacy gratefully accepts donations to help offset the cost of providing services to those in the community who need care.

Incorporated in 1949, non-profit since 1954, OCC has been in constant use ever since. The area’s only public hall, it is available to rent for social gatherings. The OCC, in conjuction with the Netarts Community Club, sponsors scholarships at Tillamook Bay Community College, donates to local charities, and provides a meeting space for several local government entities. OCC and the Oceanside Protection Society contributed funds for the quilt block.

The Old Mill property was once home to a succession of lumber mills, the first opening in 1918, and the last closing in 1974. The still standing Smoke Stack is the last remnant of those by gone days. The property was purchased in the late 1970s and a RV park and main lodge were built. It is home to the annual Crab Races (March), a Garibaldi tradition since 1984.

Formed in July 2002, Oregon Coast Bank is a locally-owned, state chartered, FDIC-insured, community bank headquartered in Newport, Oregon. The organization is pleased to have a presence in Tillamook since 2015.

James Du Bois has been collecting samples of Oregon rain since 1999, and specifically in Tillamook County since 2003. With hundreds of bottles of Oregon rain labeled with the dates the rain fell, James Du Bois and his wife Cathleen (Cat Freshwater) DuBois use the rain to make Oregon Du Drops. Each Oregon Du Drop is sparkling Oregon rain suspended within the shimmering glass of a recycled light bulbs, and hung from solid brass temple bells from India. Customers can shop their store and purchase one that is special to them.

Established at its present location on the Tillamook County Fairgrounds in 1989. This area is used by Master Gardeners and apprentices to test and demonstrate techniques for successful coastal gardening. The garden changes seasonally so there is always something new to see. The public is invited to visit the garden for education and relaxation. Bring a lunch and enjoy a picnic!

OSU Extension Service, Tillamook County is a partner in the Partners of Rural Innovation Building on Third Street. Located by Tillamook Bay Community College and the Tillamook County Fairgrounds, the Extension Office faculty, staff and trained volunteers work alongside partners across Tillamook County to provide educational workshops, activities and services tailored to the unique industries, natural resources and demographics in our communities.

P&L Heating & Sheet Metal believes each customer is unique, and customizes their services to meet each customer’s personal needs. Their mission: to exceed customer’s expectations by recommending the best possible heating and/or cooling system to suit the customer’s needs, while providing prompt, courteous service.

In times past, the Port of Garibaldi was a link to the outside world. Today it is a powerful component of the local economy, providing hundreds of jobs and serving as a key fishing and boating hub for tens of thousands of commercial fishermen, sportsmen and tourists every year. Formed in 1910, the district totals 346 square miles and encompasses the cities of Bay City, Garibaldi and Rockaway Beach stretching from the coast to the eastern boundary of Tillamook County. It is home to nearly 20 water-dependent businesses, four charter companies, 55 commercial fishing boats and the U.S. Coast Guard station. The 277-slip marina is the largest between Newport and Warrenton. Eighty-five percent of the state’s clam harvest is landed in Garibaldi.

As a part of Naval Air Station Tillamook during WWII, construction of the Officer’s Mess Hall began in October 1942 and was completed in February 1943. Originally a building meant to feed the air station’s officers and house its bachelor officers, the facility was soon redesigned to be strictly a mess hall and provide sustenance to the station’s officers after long hours of anti-submarine patrols in the base’s airships. After the Navy decommissioned N.A.S. Tillamook, this property, which was deeded to US Department of Education which then deeded ownership to Tillamook School District #9, was acquired by the Port of Tillamook Bay in a land trade. Today the Officer’s Mess Hall is a multi- use building with space for long-term tenants and has a large event rental space.

Starting as the Port of Bayocean in 1911, the Port of Tillamook Bay evolved into its current status in 1953. Built during World War II, the Naval Air Station Tillamook (NAST) housed Navy blimps that patrolled the Pacific Ocean. The Port evolved into its current status after the Navy decommissioned NAST after WWII, and transferred the property from Tillamook County to the Port. It’s home to Hangar B, the world’s largest free span wooden building that is also on the National Registry of Historic Places.

The old dairy barn on which this quilt block sits was built by Basil Tone and his family in the mid 1950’s. Since then the property has been used for dairy farming – most recently as heifer & dry cow pastures.

Rosenberg Builders Supply is a ACE Hardware store in Tillamook. Their people have the knowledge and experience to help with all your “do-it-yourself” questions. They carry a variety of brands and high quality products for all your building and home improvement projects, both inside and outside. Build it, plumb it, wire it, paint it.

Following 21 years in Alaska, Kym opened Swift Stitches in Garibaldi in 2016. This fabric studio offers both fabric and patterns. Stop in, say hi, and swap quilting stories. On Facebook @Swiftstitches

Amy Tone, along with her husband Darin and their children, are the sixth generation to live on this farm. The farm has been in her family since her Great Great Grandfather, John Weber Sr, originally purchased the property after immigrating from Germany. In 1998 the Blaser Farm received a Century Farm 100 Year Designation and the Quilt Trail Block is appropriately placed next to the Century Farm Sign.

Debbie and Kelly Hale operate The Rusty Cow, which is Cloverdale’s one stop shop. You can find just about anything and everything you need here. Antiques, gifts, greet cards, and more. Also inside is Hair Remedies, a hair salon, service by appointment only. On Facebook: @therustycowcloverdale

Tillamook Bay Community College’s long term vision, in partnership with the community, is to establish a center for educational excellence that provides access to lifelong learning. TBCC has a very unique quilt block, designed and created by high school students.

Tillamook Bowling Lanes is family owned and operated. Great food featuring Tillamook Cheese, Tillamook Meat, and Tillamook Ice Cream. League bowling for all ages and abilities is available, along with great youth programs.

Since its start in 1997, Tillamook County residents have enjoyed a public transportation agency that provides passenger bus and dial-a-ride services countywide, as well as to Cannon Beach and Portland. TCTD also offers intercity bus service to Portland with regional connections. TCTD services are primarily supported by rider fares, state and federal grants, and a local permanent property tax levy with timber revenue sharing.

Serving Tillamook County since 1935, the Co-Op offers a huge selection of products: raingear and high quality work boots; John Deere and Breyer toys; lawn and garden items; metric nuts and bolts; farm fencing supplies; and electrical and plumbing fixtures. And be sure to check out their expanded pet supply department.

A state of the art family-owned business for 30+ years, it is currently run by third generation, Scott and Sara Cummings.

Open hearts, open minds, open doors. The Tillamook United Methodist Church welcomes one and all to Sunday morning worship, 11:00 a.m. Worship and word, with child care available.

TLC Fibre Federal Credit Union is headquartered in Tillamook. Members are eligible to join if they live or work in Tillamook, Lincoln, Clatsop, or Columbia counties in Oregon; or Cowlitz, Wahkiakum, or Pacific counties in Washington. As a not-for-profit, member-owned financial cooperative, TLC has better rates and fewer fees than you’ll find elsewhere. In addition to Tillamook, TLC has 13 branches in Lincoln City, Newport, Astoria, Seaside, and Rainer, Oregon, as well as Longview, Kelso, Kalama, Woodland, and Castle Rock, Washington.

Umpqua Bank is devoted to being a financial partner to all people and organizations in the communities they serve. They believe in working together for the betterment of their clients, communities, and employees. Whatever the cause, they are ready to roll up our sleeves and make a difference. The local Tillamook branch has volunteered hundreds of hours to local organizations including Tillamook County Pioneer Museum, Kilchis Point Reserve, Tillamook Early Learning Center, Tillamook Area Chamber of Commerce, and SMART Reading.

Located on Kilchis River Road this 1882 Century Farm was originally homesteaded by Alice E Jennings and W.B. Vaughn with Holstein dairy. The farm remains in the family to this day, and only Vaughn-Landis descendants and Kilchis Indians have lived here. The Whitney Logging Company railroad crossed the property and Kilchis River and joined the main railroad near Tillamook Bay. The old railroad grade can still be seen behind the home.

Located on the original Highway 101, the Victory House (built in 1926) was a jumping joint during WWII as THE place for the boys from the Naval Base to take a lady for an evening out. Serving good homemade food and providing music with an indoor dance floor, many a romance took hold there. The building at one time also operated as a bed & breakfast. The Victory House is now a private, single family residence.

The Old Wheeler Hotel was built in 1920 to replace two wooden hotel buildings that had occupied the same location, the Rector Hotel and the Hotel Annex. In 1940, Dr. Harvey Rinehart purchased the building and began operating it as the Rinehart Clinic which became well known as a facility for the treatment of arthritis. Patients would come and stay in hotel rooms on the upper floor of the building while receiving treatments on the first floor and basement. In 1980, the clinic closed and the Rineharts moved their family practice up the road. The Old Wheeler Hotel building changed ownership a couple of times in the 80s and 90s. Some improvements were made including new store-fronts, which once housed Creative Fabrics (original owner of the Quilt Block) and now The Roost café. In 2009, the building and business was purchased by Katie Brown, who is continuing the tradition of constant improvements, as a project like this is never truly “finished.”