If you love stargazing but live in the city, it can be hard to see stars at night because of light pollution. You may want to check out one of the four astronomical observatories in Oregon, that offer professional telescopes used for astronomy research. Some...
If you haven't stayed at SCP Redmond yet, then you don't know what you're missing. SCP Redmond is one of our favorite hotels, and it's reopening on Friday, May 15th, 2020 with enhanced cleaning protocols in place for guest health and safety. SCP Redmond - The Perfect...
Bend Oregon has a lot to offer visitors, especially those looking to get outdoors. For those visiting and looking for someplace close to get out and experience the beauty of central Oregon, Shevlin Park is the perfect spot. Shevlin Park A Local Favorite ...
The waters are mesmerizing, and as you stare out at this vast lake the landscape seems surreal. How can something this beautiful, this serene, this deep be right in our back yard? Crater Lake draws people from all over the world to Southern Oregon. Some see the lake...
Oregon has so many magnificent waterways and lakes to get out and explore that it would be hard to get to them all (but we can try). One great way to experience mellow lakes and rivers is stand up paddleboarding also known as SUP. Watch the short video below to get...
Apple pie, apple fritters, and an essential addition to school lunchboxes, apples are a staple to the American diet and a childhood favorite for many. What you may not know is that North America used to have 17,000 varieties of domesticated apples. Today only around...
In 1843, our Oregon pioneer forefathers gathered in a series of meetings that would unite them to a common purpose while ultimately causing the extinction of the indigenous Gray Wolf from our state lands. Wolves were as troublesome to early settlers and their...
Many have heard about the Oregon Caves near Cave Junction Oregon, but not many know the intriguing tale about their discovery. The story starts on a hunting trip in 1874 with Elijah Davidson and his faithful dog. Check out the video below to see how an underground...
One of my absolute FAVORITE Oregon attractions is the Wildlife Safari in Winston, just south of Roseburg. If you're thinking this is just another zoo or an exploitation of animal rights ("Tiger King", I'm looking at YOU), think again. Your private drive in your own...
Portland is home to an incredible garden that was planted to heal wounds and bring two cultures closer together. While some locals at first resisted the planting of the garden in 1963, the Japanese Garden has become an Oregon gem and a Portland treasure and is much...
Oregon has incredible rivers and creeks to get out and explore. We thought we'd share some of our favorites with you so you can explore them through photos and start planning your warm weather Oregon adventures. 1. Sweet Creek Falls View this post on Instagram...
If you're looking for a family friendly adventure when the weather warms up, hunting for Oregon's state rock is a great place to start. You can dig up your own beautiful thundereggs at a mine in central Oregon near Madras, which is a treasure hunt you don't want to...