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We Explored Oregon’s Ancient Fort Rock Cave and the Experience Was Awe-Inspiring
A few years back, we wrote an article all about the geological wonder of Fort Rock and the incredible surrounding high desert area of Eastern Oregon's "outback" country. In 2022, we had the opportunity to book…
Bend Brewfest Is Back After Two Year Absence
After a two year absence, the famous Bend Brewfest is returning in May of 2022 with over 65 breweries and more than 100 craft beers, ciders, and seltzers. This festival celebrates and showcases innovative and creative…
Fort Rock, Oregon: Your Adventure Guide to This Geological Wonder and Beyond
There are places in Oregon that look impressive in photos, and then there’s Fort Rock, which has a funny way of making every photo seem inadequate. You can see it long before you arrive, rising out…
Bend Oregon Is A Surfing Destination? Surfing In Oregon’s High Desert
140 miles from the Pacific Ocean, Bend Oregon lies in the heart of Oregon's high desert. Bend is one of Oregon's premier vacation destinations due to the miles of mountain biking trails, nearby ski resorts, dozens…
This Extraordinary Oregon Museum Gives Indigenous Plateau Voices the Space They Deserve
South of Bend, among ponderosa pines and high-desert light, the High Desert Museum offers the kind of Oregon outing that can easily turn into half a day. It is part wildlife center, part history museum, part…
There’s a Little Piece of Oregon In This Photo From the Moon
The only real backstory you need is this: From 1964-1966, NASA trained Apollo astronauts on the rocky surfaces of lava-flow abundant near Bend, Oregon. Through his training there, astronaut Jim Irwin became well-acquainted with Floyd Watson,…
Bend Oregon Couple Discover Large Lava Tube Under Their Home
In 2007 James and Suzanne Brierley purchased their Bend Oregon home on 10 acres and were told there was a small lava tube cave somewhere on their property. Now that they're selling their home they've discovered…
Where To Stargaze In Oregon – Dark Sky Parks, Observatories And More
Many love to stargaze but live in the city where it can be hard to see stars at night because of light pollution. Luckily Oregon has a new Dark Sky Park, and several observatories where visitors…
Check Out These Gorgeous Central Oregon Lakes By Wave Runner Or Pontoon Boat
Central Oregon has dozens of pretty lakes to explore with your friends and family this summer. From Wickiup Reservoir, to Paulina Lake which sits inside a collapsed caldera of a volcano, and Lava Lake which sits…
Sunriver Oregon Explodes in Popularity For Working From Home
Sunriver Oregon has always been a popular vacation destination but has now become Oregon's most popular place to stay while working from home. Over the last year of the pandemic, more people than ever before have…
Relax And Nurture Your Soul In The New Year At This Beautiful Historic Oregon Hotel
One of our favorite places to rest, relax and find tranquility is in Redmond Oregon. Redmond is the perfect place for a summer or winter retreat because of the outstanding beauty and nearby recreational opportunities. With…