Oregon coast, and Californian Redwoods

Well, it has been a while since i have posted. I have finally found a library and will be making efforts to keep this posting process a bit more up to date. The First day down through washing ton got me to Nehalem Oregon where i camped the night at a state park near the ocean. It was nice falling asleep to the sound of the surf. But winters in oregon are nothing to be trifled with. The surf is not like it was when i was in maui, but harder faster and very brutal on the coast. I was told that in the winter the ocean drags most of the sand out to sea and in the summer gently returns it. I can see this myself as i watch the waves crash into the shore.
I spent my second night south of dunes city. A few friends had told me that it was a great place to see. And surely there was alot of sand. It was impressive, but I did not have much of an opportunity to stay and play in the sands. I am spending money on gas food and maintenance of the bike. I have made this a rule as I beleive that the round trip may take me 60 days at the outside.
I kept going until i got to brookings oregon, which is right near the border to california. A great little town that afforded me the opportunity to get some food fuel and water and camp for the night at another state park. These are great from 13$ to 20$ us, i can be garunteed a safe nights sleep. I am hoping that once I am out a bit more into the desert that i can skimp a little and use the vast amount of land avalible for some non park camping.
Other than that, it has been a great trip with some really cool sights. I have seen Stormy coast lines, whales jumping out of the ocean (which i couldn't get a picture of since the camera i have has a delay, and the wales dont pose), and giant redwood trees larger than my motorcycle or my SUV for that matter.
Well, I am off to Arcata, then to Redding and then eastwards to reno then salt lake city. More later. If the bike dies on me now, it was well worth it. I am so glad i have taken the opportunity.

Best Regards

Richard