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The Charming Small Oregon Town That Ranks Among Top 10 Best Art Towns in America

Gorgeous parks, a thriving art and performance scene, good food and hand crafted wine make Ashland Oregon one of our favorite small cities to visit.

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 loved by all. History Of The...

Smoky Perfection: This NW Style BBQ Joint Will Make Your Mouth Water

Pulled pork, jalapeno corn fritters, and smoked prime rib? Apple Valley BBQ's menu is on fire and ready for you to explore when visiting Parkdale, Oregon. Nestled in the heart of the Hood River Valley, this family-owned establishment has been serving up mouth-watering meats and vegetarian options...

A Visit To This Small-Town Bakery In Oregon Will Be The Best Part Of Your Day

Sissi’s is a small and charming bakery in the quiet town of Philomath, Oregon, located just five miles southwest from the college town of Corvallis, home to Oregon State University (go Beavs!). The town used to be home to its own institute of higher learning, Philomath College (fun fact: philomath...

Oregon Rolling Out New Adorable Bee License Plates To Support Pollinators

Farmers grow a lot of different crops across our beautiful state: from grapes and sweet cherries, to coastal cranberries, red clover, pears, lavender, and more. None of these crops would flourish without bees however. Bees are essential to wild flowers that grow in open meadows, to crops, and to...
Everything You Never Wanted To Know About Ticks In Oregon

Everything You Never Wanted To Know About Ticks In Oregon

As the weather gets warmer and more people venture out into their back yard or favorite hiking trail, the risk for people picking up a tick and contracting a tick borne illness like Lyme disease rises. But how bad is Lyme disease, and what are your chances of picking...

Nectar Creek Offers Hand Crafted Mead Experience Unlike Any Other

Nectar Creek Offers Hand Crafted Mead Experience Unlike Any Other

According to Brewbound, 2 Towns Ciderhouse announced that they are excited to welcome the newly acquired Nectar Creek Meadery to the Forbidden Fruit LLC. craft alcohol family. Nectar Creek, who shut their doors in October 2019, is known for its award-winning and...

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