History

Oregon’s “Great Flood” Had A Force 90 Times More Powerful Than The Largest Atomic Bomb

If you live in the Pacific Northwest there's a good likelihood that the land you're standing on is part of a massive floodplain; silt, and rock deposits swept here from Montana during the end of the last Ice Age. The floods advanced with a vengeance, unstoppable and vast in a matter of DAYS, not...

The Seldom-Told History of the All-Black Portland Rosebuds Baseball Team

Compared with other big cities, Portland isn’t exactly known for its profusion of sports teams. Yes, we have the Trail Blazers and two big name soccer teams, the Timbers and the Thorns, but we don’t have a football team or a major league baseball team. However, the Rose City does have a surprising...

Unraveling the Mystery: Bigfoot Sightings and Encounters in Oregon

There have been 258 credible sightings in Oregon, though people have been describing the hairy man of the wild for centuries. Check out these sightings and weird squatch facts.

Blasts from the Past: 14 Beloved Oregon Businesses That Vanished

The Covid-19 pandemic hit local businesses hard, causing many of them to shutter their doors for good. These closures devastated the communities they serve and it got us thinking about all the other Oregon companies that have come and gone over the years and are missed today. Here’s a rundown of...

This Historic Oregon Lodge Took 85 Years To Complete And Was Almost Torn Down

Difficulty accessing the area, financial issues, and lack of repairs plagued the lodge from the start. At one point the ceiling and floors were sagging and the walls were ready to collapse! Thankfully this historic site was saved and repaired for future generations!

See The Hidden Ski Resort You Probably Didn’t Know Existed On Mt Hood

See The Hidden Ski Resort You Probably Didn’t Know Existed On Mt Hood

Most people who live in Oregon have heard of Mount Hood Meadows, Mt. Hood Skibowl and Timberline Lodge.  All of these are prime spots for winter and summer recreation on Mount Hood, but have you ever heard of Cooper Spur Mountain Resort? Cooper Spur is hidden away on...

Your Guide To Pacific City Oregon – Things To Do, History, And More

Your Guide To Pacific City Oregon – Things To Do, History, And More

If you'd like to visit Oregon's north coast off the beaten path and away from crowds, Pacific City is the perfect spot on the Pacific Ocean. From bonfires on beautiful Oregon beaches, to layered cliffs and rock stacks, hang gliding and more, Pacific City has always...

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