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.
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…
In-N-Out fans in Oregon will be excited to know the popular burger chain is slated to open their doors this Thursday, December 12 in Keizer. In-N-Out Burger was founded in Baldwin Park, California in 1948 by Harry and…
Did you want an In-N-Out Burger from Santa this year? According to the latest from KATU, In-N-Out is expected to open their doors "before the holiday season comes to an end." Of course, this is of some concern…
Need to get your Christmas fix early? Well we have the place for you, as no matter what time of year, this Christmas store is always open 7 days a week - excluding Thanksgiving. Head on over to…
Ready or not, the snow is here in parts of Oregon. Southern to be specific, as the snow starting trickling down Tuesday morning on Sexton Summit and Canyon Mountain on Interstate 5 between Roseburg and Grants Pass. "Snow…
If you weren't tired enough after that turkey slathered in gravy, there's a new cannabis infused gravy to make sure it's lights out after you put down a couple of heaping Thanksgiving plates. The new gravy comes from…
Is this the beginning of the apocalypse starting in Oregon? What residents can only describe as "a large fireball" came falling out of the sky yesterday, Nov. 21, 2019, which apparently landed somewhere in the wilderness of southwestern…
According to the latest weather forecast, we could be in for some snow in Portland on Wednesday, Nov 27 and again the day after Thanksgiving on Friday, Nov. 29. Are you hearing about snow next week? It's…
One of our most favorite places to get in the holiday spirit and celebrate is held at one of Oregon's most beloved places, Silver Falls State Park. Every year the largest state park in Oregon transforms into a…
Since In-N-Out's popularity in Oregon has exploded, the major California-born burger chain hasn't slowed down any to open new locations. Their 3rd location according to officials at In-N-Out, has moved north and is slated to set to open…