I am trying to organize a two week long distance buggy event here in Oregon. The idea would be to have a group of people (who ever is interested) buggy all of the Oregon coastline in support of wind energy. Of course the entire coastline cannot be traversed by buggy, but much of it can, so the idea would be to work either from south to north (or north to south), buggying at all of the rideable beaches, with a goal of covering 363 miles (the distance of the entire Oregon coastline). Each pilot could seek sponsorship for each mile they cover (ie: $0.10 per mile for 363 miles = $36). The money raised would then go towards one or several non-profit organizations helping to establish or promote Wind Energy.

Obviously this is still in the planning stages, but I am seeking funding from a few sources, that would allow for some provisions for people who wish to participate- hopefully stuff like food, and camp ground sites, maybe more. Pilots would need to provide their own buggy and kites as well as mode of transport. The travel schedule would be somewhat flexible to allow for varied wind and weather conditions. If people could buggy 10 out of 14 days and cover an average of 36.3 miles per day then the goal of 363 miles could be met.

My hope is that this could be a great event that will draw some media attention, raise awareness and funding for wind energy, and most of all be a memorable time buggying on some of the best beaches in the NW.

Tentative dates are planned for mid June. I am looking for people who are interested in participating and organizing. Any comments or feedback is welcome

Im interested !

I tell you what, if you organize it, I will be there.....

organizing events is not my forte' but i love to buggy, and I would love to be a part of something this monumental!
I would go, and I bet I could find about four more people from Montucky to join in as well....
AJ Krier 406-209-2008

Man I wanna do that , but dammit I live on the boring ass east coast( unless it's hurricane season). Sounds like a good time ,wish I could do it . But I cant get away that long.Would like to see pics lots of pics though.

Hi,

I'd love to help out. Pm me with what ya need. I've been organizing events for a few years. I think this could be a fun ride!

-sol

Thanks Sol-Flyer!

I imagine that you would be a great resource since you probably know the southern coast better than me. I'll be in touch when I really start to get things ramped up .

In the meantime, what do you think are the best buggy beaches in your neck of the woods?

Stace

I've been in touch with North winds kite shop in Coos bay, and is interested in getting a race circuit together down here. It would be a good spot for a halfway rest-stop. Lots of area with camping.
the best places i've found are whiskey run, north of bandon. And the dunes from florence to coos bay is a great ride. I've done some riding near gold beach, but there is a lot more coves and steep beaches along the southern coast. I'll get out there and do some scouting.

Thanks for the link to napkra.

here's a pic of my sweety getting her BUG on.