Tillamook Coast Conversations
The Tillamook Coast Conversations podcast is your insider's guide to Oregon's captivating Tillamook Coast. We will dive into engaging discussions that highlight both visitor experiences and industry insights, capturing local voices, programs, and stories.
About the Podcast
From the lore of historic shipwrecks to the secrets behind the area's renowned culinary delights, each episode brings you closer to the heart of the Tillamook Coast. We'll explore topics of stewardship, the beauty of local trails, accessibility, cultural heritage, the vibrant arts scene, local cuisine, fisheries, plus the farmers, retail owners, and life-long residents that define the region. Whether you're a local industry professional, an adventurous traveler, or simply curious about local coastal life, join us for a journey through the stories, people, and places that make the Tillamook Coast truly special.
Questions or comments? Send us an email (podcast[at]tillamookcoast[dot]com).

Tillamook Coast Conversations is your insider’s guide to Oregon’s captivating Tillamook Coast. We will dive into engaging discussions that highlight both visitor experiences and industry insights, capturing local voices, programs, and stories. We’ll explore topics of stewardship, the beauty of local trails, accessibility, cultural heritage, the vibrant arts scene, local cuisine, fisheries, plus the farmers, retail owners, and life-long residents that define the region. Let’s venture coastward together!
On this episode of Tillamook Coast Conversations, Ashley Schahfer shares her journey into accessibility advocacy, detailing her experiences as a wheelchair user and the founding of her consultancy, Empowering Access. She and host Dan Haag discuss the challenges of incorporating accessibility into outdoor spaces, the importance of community engagement, and the role of technology in improving accessibility. Ashley stresses the need for collaboration and education to overcome barriers and highlights the positive shifts in attitudes toward accessibility in Oregon.
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Credits:
- Hosted by Dan Haag
- Music by Eric Sappington & Mercury Coast
- Edited by Jon Richardson
