<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Laura Raney]]></title><description><![CDATA[Laura Raney]]></description><link>https://www.lauraraney.co/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 20:43:57 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.lauraraney.co/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Kingtide Bakery]]></title><description><![CDATA[I can't personally vouch for this one, but Kingtide Bakery appears to be delightful and is situated very near both rental houses (and the golf course). Friday–Monday 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM 609 Pacific Way Gearhart, OR 97138]]></description><link>https://www.lauraraney.co/post/kingtide-bakery</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5f077fbd30a9e3e57ca419</guid><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:47:49 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/da85a9_004d8870fd1e402fb8666bd297885f8d~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_638,h_970,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Laura</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tennis, Pickleball, &#38; Basketball]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gearhart’s public sports hub is located at 321 1st Ave. It features free-to-use facilities that include two tennis courts, lined pickleball courts with nets, and a basketball hoop. It sits parallel to Gearhart City Park. Public website info indicates they operate on a first-come, first-served basis. Rental houses should have racquets to borrow. More info here and here.]]></description><link>https://www.lauraraney.co/post/tennis-pickleball-basketball</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5f02ee61674ad8b6e29a61</guid><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:30:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/da85a9_90348afa855c42a9bf18c7c746951e98~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_516,h_387,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>lauraeraney</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wolf Moon Bakery]]></title><description><![CDATA[Known for their sourdough, Wolf Moon Bakery is a small, hard-to-find and rarely-open gem but it will not disappoint if you find a way to get there. Pro tip: they're often at the farmer's markets in surrounding towns. They also sell coffee beans. Technically in Nehalem, just south and east of Manzanita. Their website: https://www.wolfmoonbakery.com/]]></description><link>https://www.lauraraney.co/post/bread-and-coffee</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5ea82a61674ad8b6e19bb1</guid><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 23:03:25 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/da85a9_a16f6707a02d45b8bad7b00b452d4ac8~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_992,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>lauraeraney</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eighty Years Loved ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Just a few photos of our dear Cynthy.]]></description><link>https://www.lauraraney.co/post/eighty-years-loved</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5e99dd6adee9ecb1617ee2</guid><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 22:55:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/da85a9_21523e329c204d1f93411ceea9adecd6~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_295,h_640,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>lauraeraney</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gearhart Golf Links]]></title><description><![CDATA[Apparently Gearhart Golf Links is the oldest course west of the Mississippi River (I had no idea!). We have a booking for Monday morning, August 10 – let Dave know if you can join! The course is only minutes from both rental houses. See more: https://www.gearhartgolflinks.com/club-images/ Views of the course from McMenamin's!]]></description><link>https://www.lauraraney.co/post/gearhart-golf-links</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a528cd6c549c55b35b18d15</guid><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 18:36:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/da85a9_107baefff428438587a9475709007d80~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_678,h_452,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Laura</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Daughter's Wine Shop]]></title><description><![CDATA[Daughter's identifies as a coastal bistro and bottle shop. Lovely wine selection and even lovelier small plates. The patio is perfection. Good spot for daydreaming and recovering. Peek their Instagram for more.]]></description><link>https://www.lauraraney.co/post/daughter-s-wine-shop</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5285755c421b82021d4392</guid><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 18:11:34 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/da85a9_7ef6edceeeb54ccd88942c1ceb9648b1~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Laura</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fort Stevens]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of three forts designed to protect the mouth of the Columbia River, Fort Stevens is an essential part of any visit to Astoria, especially on a sunny day. Did you know? Fort Stevens remains the only military base on the U.S. mainland that has been attacked by a foreign power since the War of 1812. Don't miss Coffenbury Lake. Read more about its history here. P.S. The wreck of Peter Iredale is technically a part of the Fort Stevens Park. Two birds, one stone.]]></description><link>https://www.lauraraney.co/post/fort-stevens</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5282755c421b82021d3d57</guid><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 17:58:47 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/da85a9_4dbce14a1cd34f7cb83ce5f55d2e96a2~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_900,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Laura</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Salmonberry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Perhaps the best restaurant between Tillamook and Astoria. The views and the drinks are also divine. Peek their IG for more. Limited hours – Saturday (or lunch on Sunday) are the times that would work for this crew/our travel dates. But it's worth the drive from Kramers if you venture out before we stay out on the coast (it's located two hours from Oakmont Court, or 45 minutes from our rental houses).]]></description><link>https://www.lauraraney.co/post/the-salmonberry</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a527f8acf6bc9ce6ccef137</guid><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 17:49:39 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/da85a9_2c803e61c28d495296b91ec26f13528d~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Laura</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Wreck of the Peter Iredale]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Peter Iredale Shipwreck is likely one of the most famous features of Astoria's beach. The Peter Iredale ran ashore in 1906 as it navigated the treacherous waters of the Columbia River and has been there since. This stretch of coast was known as the “Graveyard of the Pacific”.]]></description><link>https://www.lauraraney.co/post/the-wreck-of-the-peter-iredale</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5276bf661479e527e4c4f4</guid><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 17:11:35 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/da85a9_7841072e07e645e68f44fd768f3244ba~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Laura</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Astoria Column]]></title><description><![CDATA[Climb the Astoria Column for views of the town, the Columbia River, and the Astoria-Megler Bridge. You might even spot the Goonies House at just the right angle (but you should also drive by that one – easily accessible on the way in our out of town if you're coming from Portland through Astoria). Don't get swept away! Climbing the column is free but it's $5 to park in the lot at the base of the column. To avoid the parking fee, get in a nice hike, and see a giant Sitka Spruce, take the...]]></description><link>https://www.lauraraney.co/post/astoria-column</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5275365c421b82021d2018</guid><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 16:55:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/da85a9_5746ed9d7a1c4aba9dc1e34724cbc117~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Laura</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Public Coast Brewery]]></title><description><![CDATA[A decent spot for fish and chips in Cannon Beach with a variety of beer and cider and appetizers. Can get crowded on the weekends and peak times but it's counter services so doesn't usually take an eternity. Their new-ish farmstand may be worth a stop – I think it's new in the last summer or two and haven't yet been myself.]]></description><link>https://www.lauraraney.co/post/public-coast-brewery</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a527389c549c55b35b15676</guid><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 16:49:44 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/da85a9_b1bbd021efaf4e4d9b238341b19da14e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Laura</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[But First, Coffee!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sea Level One of the best coffee options nearby. Check their IG because sometimes they'll take the day off to surf. (It's an easy stop on the way to Gearhart if coming from the south or from Portland.) Address: 3116 S Hemlock St, Cannon Beach, Oregon 97110]]></description><link>https://www.lauraraney.co/post/but-first-coffee</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a51a453661479e527e31cab</guid><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 02:08:49 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a5dc17_d11497c6a92240f1b7bfd69409ca0f1e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Laura</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Riverside Fish n' Chips]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you're looking for the best fish and chips in all of Oregon, here's your spot. (The coleslaw is also amazing.) Check open hours before making the drive. Website: https://www.facebook.com/riversidefishnchips/ Address: 35915 Hwy. 101 N., Nehalem, OR, United States, 97131 Phone: (503) 368-3344]]></description><link>https://www.lauraraney.co/post/riverside-fish-n-chips</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a51622f661479e527e290a1</guid><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 21:23:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a5dc17_5875e104bf2847e2b3c2709425a6d915~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Laura</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Party Details ]]></title><description><![CDATA[In honor of Cynthy's 80th birthday! Sunday, August 9 4:00 PM appetizers and sips served up 6:00 PM dinner and more Cynthy and Norm at Bergstrom Tasting House celebrating her 79th birthday ]]></description><link>https://www.lauraraney.co/post/menu-for-the-weekend</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a515f71661479e527e28a96</guid><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 21:09:31 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/da85a9_e752fc13f61b46b9ac96611afb445921~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Laura</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gearhart Beach(combing)]]></title><description><![CDATA[There's nothing more peaceful than the sounds of the sea. Both rental houses are within walking of the Pacific, and it's truly a serene stretch of the coast. 20 miles of pristine coastline are ready for you to explore at Gearhart Beach – you can build a bonfire, search for elk, go clamming, and find sand dollars. Drop by the local gardens and B&#38;B for a stroll and a smile. ]]></description><link>https://www.lauraraney.co/post/gearhart-beachcombing</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a507f485c421b820218e875</guid><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:13:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/da85a9_0d074eecda4e4c9183e5f36aebc06d3a~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_480,h_300,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Laura</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wonderful walks in Astoria]]></title><description><![CDATA[Several walking tours up north in Astoria (I can't personally attest to these but they have a good rep! Guided Tours Lower Columbia Preservation Society Tour: Every Sunday morning from mid-May through mid-October, these 90-minute tours cover a 10-block area. They start at the Astoria Nordic Heritage Park, explore architectural heritage, and finish downtown near the Flavel House Museum. Astoria Underground Tour: Located on Marine Drive, this 1-hour tour takes you beneath the streets into...]]></description><link>https://www.lauraraney.co/post/nature-walk-in-astoria</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a507eee5c421b820218e796</guid><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:11:55 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_4dd8d8c479064351b59511e9568d8c91~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Laura</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eat at Offshore Grill]]></title><description><![CDATA[Offshore Grill is one of the best restaurant cafes in this stretch of the coast. Check their hours before visiting! Coffee: 7 AM to 4 PM Lunch: 11 AM to 3 PM Dinner: 4 PM to 8 PM Wednesday – Sunday (closed Monday and Tuesday)]]></description><link>https://www.lauraraney.co/post/mexican-restaurant</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a507e2d661479e527e08a4b</guid><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:10:17 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/da85a9_3ce304ac66684dd0b9276a481beaeab7~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Laura</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manzanita Links]]></title><description><![CDATA[Golf, anyone? The Manzanita Links are mellow and less crowded, about 40-45 minutes south of the rental houses.]]></description><link>https://www.lauraraney.co/post/golf-course-example</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a507bf95c421b820218e0f0</guid><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:04:33 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/da85a9_61a48a5dd30744518f332f9dc8070484~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Laura</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>