Charlie Plybon
As a founding member of the Newport, OR Chapter, Charlie has greatly advanced our mission through ocean conservation as the Oregon Policy Manager. He’s led a critical role in ocean protection through strategic engagement of our Oregon chapter network in policy initiatives, grassroots campaigns and community-based projects. With a BS in Marine Biology and as a member of the Oregon Ocean Policy Advisory Council, Charlie’s ties to the ocean reach far beyond the Surfrider Foundation. He enjoys surfing, fly-fishing and loves cheese biscuits.
News by Charlie Plybon
Oregon Expands Statewide Bag Ban
Envisioning Coos Bay
Oregon Capitol Currents: Coastal Bills That Made the Cut
Locked Gates & Closed Trails: How Federal Layoffs Impact Recreation on the Oregon Coast
Making Waves in Oregon's Capitol
Oregon's 2025 Ocean & Coastal Policy Shop
Recent Riprap Decisions Favor Public Beaches
Losing Ground: The Erosion of Oregon's Public Beaches
