Tyler James was born in Oregon and founded That Oregon Life in 2013 after finding peace and a renewed sense of purpose in the state’s forests, mountains, and coastline. What started as a personal connection to the outdoors became a way to help others discover new places, support local businesses, and appreciate Oregon’s quirks. He writes about local history, outdoor adventures, good food, and the occasional bit of satire, or whatever catches his attention before the coffee wears off.
With so many travel restrictions in place during COVID-19, it can be challenging to find places that are not only open but are taking the right precautions. If you are headed to the coast, specifically Lincoln City, you…
There's never a dull moment in the northwest these days, is there? If things weren't exciting enough for you as we head into the weekend, and the first day of August, we thought we'd heat things up a…
UPDATE On 7/28/20: Infrared mapping now places the fire at over 67,000 acres, or 106 square miles. Modoc County California has lifted all evacuation warnings and mandates at this time. Siskiyou County California still has a mandatory evacuation…
There's a couple of spots in my ol' stomping grounds that I love to stop for breakfast, on the Mckenzie River in Oregon. One of those places is nestled on the banks of the river, in the small…
If you're wondering how you can support local business, and happen to be in the Lincoln City area on the Oregon Coast, or Seaside, make sure and stop at our favorite store SCOUT Northwest Trading Company. As of…
As businesses begin to reopen in Oregon after a 2 month shut down in light of COVID-19, the 99W Drive-In in Newberg recently announced via Facebook they will be opening May 22. According to the post, starting tomorrow,…
Just on the heals if the COVID-19, as if the global pandemic wasn't causing enough panic already in the world today, a new species has emerged in America - specifically in the Washington state area. Washington State entomologist…
A man who stole a rifle and a scope from Mazama Sporting Goods in Eugene around 11:30 a.m. was caught on camera, and the owners are seeking any information you may have immediately. Mazama Sporting Goods, according to…
In light of COVID-19, Oregon State Parks have announced via Facebook that the state park system is to remain closed past May 8. This news comes just one day after Washington state announcing state parks will open again…
Josh Gad goes on a modern day treasure hunt to reunite the cast of the iconic 1985 movie The Goonies! Join them, and some very special guests, as they go down memory lane and bring their characters back…
If there's going to be a strip club open amidst a global pandemic, of COURSE it is going to happen in Portland, Oregon. Lucky Devil Lounge started with their new food delivery service, with dancers bringing food to…
Just a few miles North of Pacific City and Cape Kiwanda you will find the Sandlake Recreation Area, where a 40 foot male grey whale washed up on Sand Lake overnight. The area covers 1,076 acres of open…