What do you do when an 8 ton whale washes up on shore? You blow it into a million stinky little whale pieces of course. This is the story that some of you may know, which took place in Florence, Oregon about an inexperienced highway engineer who thought the most...
The hike to Broken Top is an absolute gem in Oregon, offering some of the most stunning views of ponderosa pine tree forests, vibrant fields of wildflowers, and a strikingly turquoise lake nestled in the shadow of a vivid purple volcanic crater. While it's a must-do...
Update October 2019: The previously abandoned buildings as shown in this article no longer exist. The property where the once Fairview Training Center existed is private property. This historical article is for informational purposes only. Please do not visit the...
VANCOUVER, WA—It's been 35 years since Mount St. Helens erupted May 18, 1980. In April of 1980 a photographer for The Columbian, Reid Blackburn, took photographs during a flight over the simmering volcano. When Blackburn returned to The Columbian studio, he had...
We really are spoiled in the Pacific Northwest with so many great places to explore. There is no shortage of hot springs here to soak Oregon, and Bagby Hot Springs is a must-do for anyone looking for the perfect relaxing getaway. Hot springs are more than just a...