Halloween, a night of spooks and thrills, has long been shadowed by the fear of poisoned candy and razor blades concealed within innocent treats. Tales of lethal Halloween snacks have circulated for decades, creating a climate of fear and caution. Are strangers...
History
Experience Oregon’s Logging History at the Collier Memorial State Park and Logging Museum
Found on highway 97 in southern Oregon, Collier Memorial State Park stands as a testament to the rich history of logging and timber in the region. Named after the Collier family from Klamath Falls, this park offers visitors an immersive experience into the world of...
The Mysterious D.B. Cooper: Unraveling the Hijacking of Flight 305
In the annals of history, there exist tales that capture the imagination and curiosity of generations. One such enigma is the baffling case of D.B. Cooper, also known as Dan Cooper, the elusive hijacker who vanished into thin air with a fortune and left behind a trail...
A Walk Through Portland’s Tranquil Japanese Gardens
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...
Historic “Twilight” Location Finally Getting New Life After Devastating 2011 Fire
Yes, I was a Twilight fan. I'm not going to say I was a "Twi-Hard" by any means, but in my 20's I enjoyed the books immensely. I also may have seen every movie in the theater as they came out. Not that they were great by any stretch of the imagination, but two things...
Kirk’s Ferry Trading Post Offers Up Pizza, Prime Rib, and a Whole Lot of Oregon History
Unless you make it a point to take scenic drives through Oregon, you likely won’t find yourself passing through the small town of Brownsville anytime soon. However, you may want to consider setting aside an afternoon to do just this. Founded in 1846, this historic,...
New Native American Cultural Exhibit Featured at Oregon’s High Desert Museum
Have you had a chance to visit the High Desert Museum yet in Bend, Oregon? This awesome museum focuses on history, nature, and the culture of Oregon's High Desert, and it continually develops new and interesting exhibits for its visitors. Recently a new exhibit of...
A Trail Of Tears And Blood: Hiking Amanda’s Trail On The Oregon Coast
Scenic, and dark. Beautiful, and haunting. Amanda's trail on the Oregon coast is more than just a pretty spot to hike, it's a place of reflection on Oregon's dark history of forced relocation of native peoples. Visitors come here to hike in Oregon's coastal...
The Deadly Tsunami That Hit The Oregon Coast In 1964
There have been 21 tsunamis on the Oregon Coast since 1854. The last two damaging tsunamis were in 1964 as a result of the Great Alaskan Earthquake, and in 2011 as a result of the Great Tohoku Japan Earthquake that caused severe damage and contributed to the deaths of...
Why Oregon City is the Perfect Destination for Everyone
Located at the southern end of the Willamette River in Clackamas County, Oregon City is a historic character in and of itself. Located south of Portland, the town is situated just below the majestic Willamette Falls, which has played a significant role in the...
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...
The Mt. Hood Skiway Was a Flying Bus Trolley and an Epic Failure
(This article was partially reproduced with full permission via Creative Commons from Offbeat Oregon. We love their site...give them a browse sometime.) If the idea of cable car service to Mt. Hood's historic Timberline Lodge strikes you as a not particularly bad one,...