This may be the most exciting thing happening in Oregon for summer of 2017. There is an extremely rare eclipse that will be passing over the Beaver State, and it's truly a once in a lifetime opportunity. The last time a total eclipse passed over the Northwest was...
Everything from the old stone salvaged from old foundations used in concrete for patios to the solar panels powering this beautifully crafted house makes it a strong contender for the world's greenest home. It's known as the Desert Rain House, and it's right here in...
If you are looking for the perfect getaway in Oregon, make sure and take a trip to Southern Oregon and visit one of the most interesting places you can stay. Located at Cave Junction, a small town near the California-Oregon border in the Redwood Forest, Vertical...
Recently I had the opportunity to check out the sexiest teardrop trailer I've seen on the market, and it happens to have been started right here in my hometown, Eugene, Oregon. Jon and Sawyer Christianson founded the company Oregon Trail'R, and set out to make a...
When you need to escape the noise and the daily grind, it may be time to escape to The Shire. Yes, I'm being serious, The Shire is calling your name. This magical place is just up the Columbia River Gorge mountainside, and you can take a cozy vacation in a Hobbit...
Before we enjoyed 80 inch 4K resolution smart tvs in the comfort of our living rooms, and well before my time decades ago, drive-in movie theaters were everywhere. In the United States alone, by the 1950s there were more than 4,000 drive-in theaters. The first one...
If you love tiny homes then you're going to love the news we have for you. A company located right here in Cottage Grove has perfected the modern Yurt and will gladly build you one for under 11k! This company has basically put Yurts on the map, and business is great...
Recently I came across the Primrose Bus Conversion at TinyHouseBlog.com, and knew this was something I had to share with our readers at That Oregon Life. I reached out to the couple, Karin and Joseph Beal of Bend, Oregon, and asked if they would be interested in...