by Jessica Tomlinson | Apr 20, 2022 | Adventures
I have always loved spending time in the Tillamook State Forest. We took several field trips to this gorgeous forest in middle and high school, planted trees in an old burn area, and have enjoyed many scenic hikes and drives through the area. If you'd like to get out...
by Tyler James | Apr 18, 2022 | Featured, Lodging, Oregon Coast
Here at That Oregon Life, we love Astoria. The history, friendly folks, Sunday Market, and The Goonies, of course. Finding new places to stay there is always a welcome treat. The Bowline Hotel in Astoria, Oregon Located right on the Columbia River pier a mere 4-minute...
by Jessica Tomlinson | Apr 17, 2022 | Adventures, Beaches, Family Fun, Featured, Holidays, Interesting, Lincoln City, Lodging, Oregon Coast, Summer Break, Summer Vacation, Things To Do, Travel, Wildlife
Every day when the tide goes out in Lincoln City Oregon, a new world is revealed to those who know where to look: tide pools showcasing miniature displays of colorful ocean habitat. Through the free Tide Pool Exploriences program in Lincoln City, you can go on a...
by Danielle Denham | Apr 14, 2022 | Adventures, Beaches, Camping, Climbing, Conservation, Hiking, History, Kayaking, Road Trips, Waterfalls
Happy Cenntenial Birthday! As of April 2022, the Oregon State Parks system has officially been in place for 100 years, and it all started with a meager five-acre donation in 1922. Today that acreage encompasses over 100,000 with 254 park properties all over this place...
by Danielle Denham | Apr 13, 2022 | Adventures, Bend, Conservation, Eastern Oregon, Featured, Hiking, History, Interesting, Things To Do
A few months ago we brought you an article all about the geological wonder of Fort Rock and the incredible surrounding high desert area of Eastern Oregon's "outback" country. Last weekend we had the opportunity to book a tour of one of the most interesting and...