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.
In the day of UFO sightings becoming a regular thing, people are naturally curious and drawn to explainable lights and flying objects in the sky. As now even reported by local news stations as staff at KEZI counted…
If there's one thing we have no shortage of in America amidst the COVID-19 virus, it's at home entertainment. One of the most influential and talented bands ever known to man, Pink Floyd, is expected to launch a…
Looking to get some fresh produce? Well you will be happy to know the Corvallis-Albany Farmers' Market is expected to open up this Saturday, April 18. Of course, as shown in the post on Facebook, some basic guidelines…
If there's anything good to come out of the coronavirus pandemic, it would be the clearer skies, the cleaner air, and something most of us have probably never seen in our lifetime as the busy streets in major…
I recently came across an incredible and heartwarming story from OPB about a man known as Bill Lapschies. The man had a big reason to celebrate in Lebanon, Oregon outside the Edward C. Allworth Veterans’ Home - at…
Oregon is a treasure trove of natural wonders, with a bounty of stunning waterfalls that are waiting to be discovered. While Multnomah Falls might be the most renowned among them, there are many other awe-inspiring falls that are…
I've actually met people who don't love or appreciate The Goonies. I don't understand those people. How can you not have love for The Goonies? And if you're an Oregonian, well it's just kind of mandatory to at…
Ah yes. The legend of Bigfoot, the hairy man beast that stands "seven to nine feet tall and weighs between 600 and 900 pounds," according to the Unnatural Museum of History. Bigfoot has has been making appearances around…
Going keto is easy. Staying keto? Not so much. Instead of caving and ordering that tempting-but-deadly fettuccine alfredo, check out the menus at some of Oregon's most keto-friendly restaurants. Extra bacon, please! 1. CULTURED CAVEMAN (PORTLAND) Beginning life…
Editor’s Note: Elk Horn Brewery in Eugene permanently closed in 2024 after approximately ten years in business. Industry reporting indicates that the brewery ceased operations in June after being listed for sale without finding a buyer, while an…
January 11, 2020 brought an incredibly beautiful phenomenon to the Pacific NW coastline: the King Tide. Higher than normal tides typically occur during a new or full moon, or during specific seasons around the country. While amazing to…
Nestled between the vast open waters of the Pacific Ocean, Devils Lake, Cascade Head and Siletz Bay National Wildlife Refuge is the picturesque town of Lincoln City, Oregon. Thousands of visitors travel to Lincoln City every year for…