On any day of the year in Lincoln City, visitors discover treasure on the beach. For over 20 years, Float Fairies have hidden handmade glass floats along seven miles of beach for lucky explorers to find — and keep! The treasure hunt is inspired by history — in decades past, blown-glass floats used for Japanese fishing nets would sail across the ocean and wash up on Oregon beaches. Today the tradition is continued by local and regional artisans, who create beautiful glass floats as works of art. Each glass float varies in signature flair, drawing treasure seekers from all over the world to a one-of-a-kind seaside adventure. Over 3,000 floats are dropped throughout the year from Roads End to Siletz Bay. Keep an eye out for these elusive glass treasures, and when you see one, Finders Keepers! Let us know about your discovery by registering your float through our website. RULES OF THE HUNT: • Floats can be found above the high tide line and below the beach embankment. • Floats are never placed on the embankment or in the beach grass. • Floats are placed on the beach during daylight hours only. • Floats are hidden throughout the day, not at any specific time. • Floats can be discovered every day, rain or shine. • Be mindful of the environment when treasure hunting. • One float per household, per year. Share the love! BEACH & WATER The biggest scavenger hunt on the Oregon Coast OPPOSITE PAGE PHOTO BY NATHAN HOLSTEDT 16
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