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Depending on where you are along the Pacific Ocean, from Alaska to Baja California, you will come across beautiful sand dollars. It's officially known as the Dendraster Excentricus and is a member of the order Clypeasteroida.…
Summer is more than just a season, it's an experience, and your summer won't be complete without a trip to Wings And Waves Waterpark in McMinnville Oregon. This one of a kind waterpark in the scenic…
It wasn't until I took a road trip east, clear across Oregon, that I realized there was this whole other incredible world that I hadn't experienced. A part of Oregon that is unlike anything in the…
Most of us in Oregon are familiar with Portland's popular Saturday Market, but did you know Astoria has its own vibrant market every Sunday? The Astoria Sunday Market is an annual event that began in 2000…
Crater Lake is the blue gem of the Oregon Cascades. People travel worldwide to see Crater Lake in all its shining blue glory, but not many realize how many awesome hiking trails are nearby, both inside…
Plan Your Oregon Coast Beach Trip This roundup is a starting point, not a substitute for a current destination plan. Use the regional Coast Guide pages for town-by-town lodging, food, events, road conditions, and nearby attractions:…
Central Oregon's Painted Hills is one of those awe-inspiring things you have to see in person. Photos simply aren't enough to convey how impressive this prehistoric landscape is. Many Oregonians have never been to the Painted…
Work has left you weary. The city life has drained you. You need a place to escape. You need time to relax and recharge. Sunset Lodging in Sunriver promises not only to give you an unforgettable…
If you are looking for something fun to do this year, mark your calendars now as you don’t want to miss this event happening in Newport! These “Tall Ships” will be docking at the Oregon Coast…
I'm going to be completely honest, I have never heard of Thai Rolled Ice Cream until I came across an article recently at The Oregonian. In fact, the latest ice cream craze apparently is taking over U.S.…
If you've been to Portland, you've probably seen the Portland Aerial Tram or driven under it. You may have even taken a ride on it to get up Marquam Hill to OHSU. You might not know…
Recently I came across one of the coolest places to visit in Oregon. It's known as Richardson's Rock Ranch. UPDATE 3/9/2020: According to the Richardson's Rock Ranch's "About Us" section on their website, as of 2019…
