South Coast Community Gathering 8/13/26

You're invited to join Rogue Climate for a community picnic and nature walk at the Millicoma Marsh! Our communities are facing significant challenges related to new and unjust immigration policies, rolling back our progress on climate and clean energy, and cuts to essential programs like Medicaid and SNAP. These developments have a direct and serious impact on the people we serve. To address these issues, it is more important than ever to come together to connect and support one another. Let’s share food, laughter, and create art together while we walk the beautiful trails of the estuary that sustains our coastal way of life. 

Whether you’re new to Rogue Climate’s work or have been a part of it for years, this is a chance to slow down and ground in nature.

South Coast Community Gathering - Picnic and Hike at Millicoma Marsh 

WHEN: Thursday, August 13th from 5:30pm-7:30pm 

WHERE: Millicoma Marsh Trailhead - located behind the Millicoma Marsh Middle School next to the track and field (936 D St, Coos Bay, OR 97420) 

RSVP: Dinner will be provided!

Accessibility information:  

• Food and non-alcoholic drinks will be provided.
• Options to join a guided hike on the marsh trail or stay at the gazebo. Nature art projects will be available (and encouraged!)
• The trail is not paved, but it is packed. May not be accessible for wheelchairs.
• There is a porta potty available at the track and field. 
• There will not be on-site bathroom facilities open; the closest public restrooms will be at the Eastside Boatramp (3-minute drive from the trail site).
• Please bring your own camp chair or picnic blanket, we will provide some, but may not have enough for everyone.
• Masks will be available, but not required.
• This is an all-ages event! Kids are welcome.
• The event will be in English. If you need Spanish interpretation to participate, please let us know. Esta celebración será en inglés. Si necesita interpretación en Español para participar, por favor, infórmenos.
• Please note in the RSVP form if you have additional access needs.

There will be options to join a guided nature walk around the Millicoma Marsh to learn about the marsh's history and discuss the importance of protecting estuarine habitats. There will also be options to create collective nature art, or simply sit and converse with new friends! Let’s come together while we prepare for the fight ahead.