Danielle Denham is a writer, photographer, and devoted history buff with a soft spot for Oregon’s forgotten places. Her love of old schoolhouses, abandoned homesteads, and the lives once lived inside them has taken her down back roads across the state. She was featured on OPB’s Oregon Field Guide, exploring the historic Charles Nelson House with a former resident shortly before the home was lost to wildfire. Watch the feature.
At That Oregon Life, Danielle shares local history, good food, memorable adventures, and the quirks that make Oregon home. When she isn’t exploring, you may find her spending time in Eugene with Tyler James and his two awesome kiddos. If there’s an old building with a mysterious past along the way, consider the afternoon’s plans officially derailed.
Orcas, aka Killer Whales, are a less common sight along Oregon's coastline than Gray whales, but when they do appear, folks are usually in for a spectacle. In fact, whale watching on the Oregon coast has become a…
Located within the larger Washington Park in Portland, Oregon, Hoyt Arboretum is a hidden gem that should be on the itinerary of any nature lover visiting the city. The arboretum spans over 190 acres and has 12 miles…
Are you in the mood for a little travel adventure? Nestled on the Central Oregon Coast, two hours west of Portland in Tillamook County, Oregon, lies the quaint and charming town of Oceanside. This hillside community with a…
If you've ever wanted to experience the breathtaking beauty of marine life in its natural habitat, whale watching on the Oregon Coast is the perfect adventure for you! With an incredible array of magnificent creatures, such as gray…
For many of us, a trip to Africa to see these animals roam free in their natural habitat is a dream that may never come true. But the Wildlife Safari in Winston, Oregon, just south of Roseburg, provides…
Pendleton is better when you plan for the real place. It is a working Eastern Oregon city with a compact historic core, living Indigenous history, a famous September week, and real tradeoffs around heat, distance, late-night options, and…
Welcome to Klamath Falls, a picturesque city in southern Oregon, serving as the county seat of Klamath County. Klamath Falls offers captivating landscapes, exciting outdoor activities, and rich cultural experiences, making it a worthwhile visit for those exploring…
The Oregon Coast is known for its natural beauty, fresh seafood, and diverse culinary scene. Fine dining on the Pacific coastline offers a unique experience that combines the region's natural beauty with exceptional food, wine, and service. Occasionally…
I love cheese. If you're from the Pacific Northwest, like me you probably grew up eating Tillamook cheddar on everything from sandwiches to your mom's broccoli. Its deliciousness was usually taken for granted until that one fateful day:…
Oregon Coast agate hunting is one of the simplest ways to turn a beach walk into a treasure hunt. These smooth pieces of chalcedony quartz can be clear, milky white, gray, honey-colored, orange-red, or blue-gray. The secret is…